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  stylistic Origins Techno , Industrial
  cultural Origins 1990s , Frankfurt , Rotterdam , New York City and Newcastle, New South Wales
  instruments Drum Machine &ndash Sequencer &ndash Sampler
  popularity Moderate, largely in mid-late to 1990s
  derivatives Gabber , Breakcore
  subgenrelist List of electronic music genres
  subgenres Speedcore , Terrorcore
  fusiongenres Digital Hardcore
  regional Scenes Schranz , Swechno
  other Topics Electronic Musical Instrument &ndash Computer Music &ndash Record Labels &ndash Notable Artists And DJs


Hardcore techno, often referred to as ''' Hardcore ''', is a style of Techno Music that originated in the early-to-mid-1990s in multiple locations including Rotterdam , New York City and Newcastle, New South Wales . The style is typified by a fast tempo (160-300 Bpm and up) and the rhythmic use of distorted and atonal Industrial -like beats and samples.


HISTORY

Mescalinum United 's " We Have Arrived " (1990) is considered by many to be one of the first hardcore techno tracks.


PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES

Hardcore techno is usually composed using Music Sequencer s, and many earlier tracks were produced on home computers with Module Tracker software. The criticism that early Amiga and PC sound was "8-bit shit" became an article of pride amongst hardcore producers. The wide availability of computers, combined with the absence of financial remuneration, means that many hardcore techno musicians write for their own enjoyment and the pleasure of innovation.


STYLES OF HARDCORE TECHNO

Hardcore is distinguished from its close relative, Gabber , a primarily a Dutch phenomenon that is generally slower in speed and which also incorporates synthesised melodies.

Hardcore techno has also spawned several subgenres and derivative styles including;
  • Happy Hardcore is probably the best known variant, which aims at invigorating and uplifting rapid dancing as opposed to the normally morbid focus.

  • Speedcore - With tracks can range from 350 bpm all the way up to 1000 bpm.

  • Terrorcore - Employs the use of 'scary' sounding samples and sounds to give the tunes a frantic "terror" feel.

  • Breakcore - Combines hardcore with elements of Breakbeat and Glitch music.

  • New style hardcore - A somewhat slower but darker variant of hardcore techno.

  • Schranz - A style based around massively bass-heavy kick drums, driving percussion and distorted, looping synth noises.


Often certain substyles of hardcore are classified by the city or country in which it was produced, such as the Newcastle sound, the Frankfurt sound, the French sound.


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