Toasting
A Jamaican vocal style in which a deejay chants or raps rhythmically over an instrumental track or riddim, often improvising phrases to hype a crowd. Toasting is considered a direct precursor to rap vocal delivery.
Where it comes up
- 70s Dub Reggae · 1968-1980
- Jamaican Dancehall · 1979-1995
- Underground UK Garage · 1991-2002
- 2 Tone · 1979-1984