Trip hop

Londoners Morcheeba and Glideascope are also often associated with this sound. The latest additions to this line of performers are Jem and Australia's Spook. The Bristol Sound came out of the wider

Abstract Hip-Hop

James Lavelle, owner of the famous Trip-Hop label Mo'Wax used to say, "British Hip-Hop lacks the lyrical skills of U.S. counterparts, but British kids have got the musical side." This offers insight as to why Trip-Hop artists like DJ Shadow, DJ Krush, and DJ Cam often choose to strip out vocals in their works. The absence of vocals produces an effect that emphasizes the intrinsic nature of the music, allowing the listener to step into unknown territory (just like viewing an abstract painting). Though this style of music is coined "Trip-Hop," many artist (including DJ Shadow) frown upon this term, disagreeing with the interpretation. DJ Cam calls this style of music "Abstract Hip-Hop."

Related Topics:
James Lavelle - Mo'Wax - DJ Krush - DJ Cam

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