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by Negre Marron Records September 1, 2018
Get the KomPopmug. Ethno-KomPOP is a sub-genre of music that fuses the traditional elements of Haitian Kompa with the catchy and contemporary sounds of Euro-American Pop music.
Coined by René Guemps, the Founder-CEO of Negre Marron Records, an independent Internet record label specializing in distributing Haitian music through digital audio formats over the Internet.
It is characterized by the innovative use of the song title within the lyrics, where the title is both the starting and ending lyric of the song.
Notable among the songs in this sub-genre is 'Ethno-Kompa,' a variation of an Ethno-Kompa song titled 'Ethno-Kompa.' In 'Ethno-KomPOP,' the song title is featured prominently throughout the song, distinguishing it as a unique and exciting musical style.
Coined by René Guemps, the Founder-CEO of Negre Marron Records, an independent Internet record label specializing in distributing Haitian music through digital audio formats over the Internet.
It is characterized by the innovative use of the song title within the lyrics, where the title is both the starting and ending lyric of the song.
Notable among the songs in this sub-genre is 'Ethno-Kompa,' a variation of an Ethno-Kompa song titled 'Ethno-Kompa.' In 'Ethno-KomPOP,' the song title is featured prominently throughout the song, distinguishing it as a unique and exciting musical style.
René Guemps, the visionary behind Negre Marron Records, introduced the world to 'Ethno-KomPOP,' a genre that beautifully marries the traditional rhythms of Haitian Kompa with the infectious melodies of Euro-American Pop. In this sub-genre, the song title isn't just a label but becomes a central and creative element within the lyrics, offering a fresh and captivating musical experience.
by Negre Marron Records October 24, 2023
Get the Ethno-KomPOPmug. Kompa and Beat: The term was coined in 2018 by René Guemps, the Founding member of NYC-based independent internet record label Negre Marron Records.
Kompa and Beat refers to a captivating music genre that fuses the infectious rhythms of Kompa with the energetic beats of various genres like hip-hop, reggae, Afrobeat, and electronic music.
This unique fusion creates a melodic and rhythmic experience that transcends boundaries and ignites the dance floor.
Unleash your inner groove with Kompa and Beat! This genre offers a harmonious journey of genre blending, where traditional Kompa elements harmonize with modern beats and arrangements. Imagine the irresistible sway of Kompa melodies intertwined with pulsating hip-hop drums or the fusion of soucous-inspired guitar riffs with electronic synths.
Kompa and Beat is a celebration of rhythmic fusion, captivating listeners with its melodic vibes and infectious energy. Whether you're dancing to the beat at a lively club, enjoying it on your headphones during a commute, or discovering new tracks on curated playlists, Kompa and Beat is a genre that leaves a lasting impression.
Kompa and Beat refers to a captivating music genre that fuses the infectious rhythms of Kompa with the energetic beats of various genres like hip-hop, reggae, Afrobeat, and electronic music.
This unique fusion creates a melodic and rhythmic experience that transcends boundaries and ignites the dance floor.
Unleash your inner groove with Kompa and Beat! This genre offers a harmonious journey of genre blending, where traditional Kompa elements harmonize with modern beats and arrangements. Imagine the irresistible sway of Kompa melodies intertwined with pulsating hip-hop drums or the fusion of soucous-inspired guitar riffs with electronic synths.
Kompa and Beat is a celebration of rhythmic fusion, captivating listeners with its melodic vibes and infectious energy. Whether you're dancing to the beat at a lively club, enjoying it on your headphones during a commute, or discovering new tracks on curated playlists, Kompa and Beat is a genre that leaves a lasting impression.
“Join the movement and immerse yourself in the world of KOMPA AND BEAT! Experience the genre's unique sounds, explore its vibrant artist community, and let the rhythmic fusion take you on a musical journey like no other.”
by Negre Marron Records May 30, 2023
Get the KOMPA AND BEATmug. The name is a portmanteau of the Afro-Haitian Rara and Rabòday, sub-genre of Rabòday Music which get its stylistic origin from Rasin music (Haitian Root Music).
Key stylistic element:
Vocals include a blend of SingRapping, chanted Vocals with lots of Collisions, Calls and Reponses which are sung in Haitian Creole, usually Feature a Folk-Lead artist, guest artist or Backing Vocalist or a Rapper who 'd contribute a guest verse.
Other Key elements:
Singable folk-based melodies that's loaded with raunchy, sexually explicit rhymes and cryptic, bawdy and pithy lyrics and full of "Voye pwen,” (Haitian Creole) or “sending a point.” (English) which means to indirectly accuse/speak of someone, to imply, to give a hint, to indirectly place the blame on an individual
The concept usually includes using Electromechanic musical instruments and Electronic Music Technology or Electronic Musical Instruments , which is distributed via digital audio formats over the Internet.
Rara-Bòday is often played in Afro-Creole Music Festivals, inghtclubs from mainly the Afro-Creole and Afro-Latino American and Crenglish speaking countries of the Caribbean, the Antilles such as Haiti, Dominican Républicain (DR) Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Cuba, Martinique, Dominica, Panama, Guadeloupe, Jamaica, Trinidad
Brasil, Hondunras and Columbia as well as Canada, France, Western Africa and Haitian communities in the Untited States most notably New Orleans.
Key stylistic element:
Vocals include a blend of SingRapping, chanted Vocals with lots of Collisions, Calls and Reponses which are sung in Haitian Creole, usually Feature a Folk-Lead artist, guest artist or Backing Vocalist or a Rapper who 'd contribute a guest verse.
Other Key elements:
Singable folk-based melodies that's loaded with raunchy, sexually explicit rhymes and cryptic, bawdy and pithy lyrics and full of "Voye pwen,” (Haitian Creole) or “sending a point.” (English) which means to indirectly accuse/speak of someone, to imply, to give a hint, to indirectly place the blame on an individual
The concept usually includes using Electromechanic musical instruments and Electronic Music Technology or Electronic Musical Instruments , which is distributed via digital audio formats over the Internet.
Rara-Bòday is often played in Afro-Creole Music Festivals, inghtclubs from mainly the Afro-Creole and Afro-Latino American and Crenglish speaking countries of the Caribbean, the Antilles such as Haiti, Dominican Républicain (DR) Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Cuba, Martinique, Dominica, Panama, Guadeloupe, Jamaica, Trinidad
Brasil, Hondunras and Columbia as well as Canada, France, Western Africa and Haitian communities in the Untited States most notably New Orleans.
Hey Destin,
Is it true that Rara-Bòday musician s use the Rara-Bòday song s as a way to “voye pwen,” which in English literally means “sending the point"?
Is it true that Rara-Bòday musician s use the Rara-Bòday song s as a way to “voye pwen,” which in English literally means “sending the point"?
by Negre Marron Records June 9, 2019
Get the Rara-Bòdaymug. Rap N Ragga is a fusion of Rap Kreyòl or Creole Hip Hop and Reggae base beats music originating from Haiti with artists of Haitian origin. rapping and singing in French Haitian Creole or Crenglish.
Typical instruments include, Bass guitar, Drum kit, percussion instrument, guitar, electric, organ/Keyboard, synthesizer, brass instrument, delay, melodica,
sequencers, drum machines, and digital audio workstations (DAW), Vocals, Chorus vocals, samples" and "loops
Just like Hip hop Reggae, most Haitian artists include socio-economic topics in their lyrics such as topics concerning their rough childhoods and difficult living conditions slum life, gang warfare, the drug trade, and poverty.
Typical instruments include, Bass guitar, Drum kit, percussion instrument, guitar, electric, organ/Keyboard, synthesizer, brass instrument, delay, melodica,
sequencers, drum machines, and digital audio workstations (DAW), Vocals, Chorus vocals, samples" and "loops
Just like Hip hop Reggae, most Haitian artists include socio-economic topics in their lyrics such as topics concerning their rough childhoods and difficult living conditions slum life, gang warfare, the drug trade, and poverty.
Wow!
Thee late Master Dji, , DJs, and
Master DJi would of enjoyed this Rap N Ragga record if he was alive today,.as hé was thé first Haitian Rapper/DJ who influenced and encouraging other young Haitians to become rappers back in thé 80s.
Thee late Master Dji, , DJs, and
Master DJi would of enjoyed this Rap N Ragga record if he was alive today,.as hé was thé first Haitian Rapper/DJ who influenced and encouraging other young Haitians to become rappers back in thé 80s.
by Negre Marron Records October 13, 2018
Get the Rap N Raggamug. The term White Kompa is used to describe Haitian Kompa music sung by non-Haitian or French-Caribbean singers or artists.
usually Feature a lead vocalist and 2-3 backing Vocalists and sometime a guest-vocalist who 'd contribute a guest verse.
Characterized by and performed on typical musical instruments which are played only by Kompa musicians of Haitian origin.
Key elements of White Kompa include:
repeated rhythmic phrase, tone/timbre, Melodic hook (often with strong use of tremolo (volume oscillation) but not so much vibrato (pitch oscillation).
Identifying factors include generally short to medium-length songs written in a variants format.
The lyrics in White Kompa songs don’t usually have any deep meaning,often the lyrics are frivolous and encourage dancing.
The origins of the genre and term was pioneered by Negre Marron Records' CEO and label Director René Guemps who always thought - if language was the barrier that stop Haitian Artist from crossing over or become mainstream to other mwrket - why not bring artist of non-Haitian Origin and have them crossover to Kompa music.
FYI: This is the first time in the history of the Haitian Music Industry (HMI) that a record label will be selling the beauty of an international artist from another race as a concept in a market that's not his or hers."
usually Feature a lead vocalist and 2-3 backing Vocalists and sometime a guest-vocalist who 'd contribute a guest verse.
Characterized by and performed on typical musical instruments which are played only by Kompa musicians of Haitian origin.
Key elements of White Kompa include:
repeated rhythmic phrase, tone/timbre, Melodic hook (often with strong use of tremolo (volume oscillation) but not so much vibrato (pitch oscillation).
Identifying factors include generally short to medium-length songs written in a variants format.
The lyrics in White Kompa songs don’t usually have any deep meaning,often the lyrics are frivolous and encourage dancing.
The origins of the genre and term was pioneered by Negre Marron Records' CEO and label Director René Guemps who always thought - if language was the barrier that stop Haitian Artist from crossing over or become mainstream to other mwrket - why not bring artist of non-Haitian Origin and have them crossover to Kompa music.
FYI: This is the first time in the history of the Haitian Music Industry (HMI) that a record label will be selling the beauty of an international artist from another race as a concept in a market that's not his or hers."
Myrtha was the one who suggested that we call the sub genre WHITE KOMPA instead of KomPOP, because most of the artists who sing that style of music are either from the United States, Canada or Europe.
by Negre Marron Records July 24, 2022
Get the White Kompamug.