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Jump Up events in London this week. Updated daily.
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Sound profile
A high-energy, electronic sound.
Jump up is an energetic subgenre of drum and bass that emerged in the mid-1990s UK rave scene as a more playful, dancefloor-oriented alternative to technical jungle. It is defined by its signature wobble basslines, which utilize low-frequency oscillators to create oscillating, synthetic textures paired with sharp, punchy drum patterns. The genre typically maintains a high tempo of around 170 to 175 BPM, favoring a simplified two-step rhythm that emphasizes physical movement and high-octane energy over complex syncopation. Semantically positioned between the grit of neurofunk and the accessibility of dancefloor DnB, jump up remains a staple of modern electronic festivals due to its aggressive yet catchy sonic profile.
Also known as: Jump-up