The Emergence of Korean Rap Music

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Korea has been a hotbed for entertainment during the past few years. Korean hip hop first started to develop during the last 1980s and became a full-force music genre during the 1990s. During the past few years, it has become incredibly popular globally.

There are a lot of elements that make up Korean hip hop culture such as rap and DJ music. There are a few differences that separate Korean hip hop from other types of music. There is a lot of technology that goes into Korean rap music. They are known for using odd flutes, synthesizers, and other advanced percussion instruments. This has served to set Korean rap music apart from other elements that might be considered more mainstream. On the other hand, there has been some criticism as well. Some have stated that the genre of Korean rap music doesn't have a unique sound and therefore doesn't have a distinct identity. On the other hand, this has done nothing to temper the popularity of Korean rap music.

One of the biggest reasons why Korean rap music has become so popular is that there is a strong social media following. Korea has always been a hotbed for technology and this is reflected in the size of the groups that follow these artists on social media. Those who are looking to get involved in Korean rap music have become experts in leveraging these platforms to spread the word about their music. They can use platforms such as Snapchat, Twitter, Facebook, and more to let everyone know what their beats sound like. This shortens the amount of time it takes for them to get noticed. Even Rap TV has played a role in this.

Finally, as Korean rap music has continued to grow, it has taken more of a global flavor. Many of these groups have even started to tour the rest of the world, making waves in Japan, the United States, and even Europe. This has given them access to more entertainment resources and has grown the profile of Korean rap music and hip hop as a whole. Many have even pointed to Korean rap music as a subgenre of Korean pop. In many ways, this has given rise to a cult-like following of Korean rap music and Korean pop in general.

These are just a few of the important points that everyone should note when it comes to the emergence and growth of Korean rap music. This is a genre that is only going to continue to grow during the next few years.

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