boom bap

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Definition of boom bap in English English dictionary

A style/sub-genre of hip hop characterized by hard-hitting drums, usually containing the kick-drum/snare drum/hi-hat combination rather than claps, snaps, TR-808 bass drums, cowbells, shakers, and various other percussion sounds used for rhythm

A beat made with the 808 drum kit isn't boom bap!.

Etymology

[ 'büm ] (verb.) 15th century. imitative.