Music
Breaks Events This Month in New York City
Breaks, short for breakbeat, emerged in the late 20th century, drawing deep influence from the syncopated drum patterns of funk, jazz, and soul records sampled in early hip-hop. Find upcoming Breaks events in New York City this month below.
Breaks Events This Month · New York City
Sound profile
A danceable, high-energy sound.
energy
80
danceability
90
valence
50
grit
60
organicness
40
commerciality
40
tempo
60
vocality
20
About Breaks
Breaks, short for breakbeat, emerged in the late 20th century, drawing deep influence from the syncopated drum patterns of funk, jazz, and soul records sampled in early hip-hop. Primarily defined by its non-linear, broken rhythms that deviate from the standard four-to-the-floor kick drum pattern, the genre utilizes heavy sub-bass, atmospheric synthesizers, and intricate percussion loops. Tempos typically fluctuate between 110 and 140 beats per minute, creating a high-energy, driving mood that ranges from gritty underground aesthetics to polished, cinematic soundscapes. Semantically, it serves as a rhythmic bridge between the sampled aesthetics of old-school jungle and the synthetic precision of modern electronic dance music, influencing sub-genres like big beat and nu-skool breaks.
Also known as: Breakbeat
Parent genre:Electronic
Breaks events in New York City this month - FAQ
- What Breaks events are in New York City this month?
- Mood tracks all Breaks events in New York City this month - club nights, concerts, DJ sets, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily as new events are announced. Each listing includes the full lineup, venue address, ticket prices, and a direct purchase link. Browse the complete monthly schedule above to plan ahead and book before events sell out.
- Where can I find Breaks in New York City this month?
- Breaks, short for breakbeat, emerged in the late 20th century, drawing deep influence from the syncopated drum patterns of funk, jazz, and soul records sampled in early hip-hop. Find every Breaks venue and event in New York City this month above - with lineups, door times, and tickets.
- What is Breaks music?
- Breaks, short for breakbeat, emerged in the late 20th century, drawing deep influence from the syncopated drum patterns of funk, jazz, and soul records sampled in early hip-hop. Primarily defined by its non-linear, broken rhythms that deviate from the standard four-to-the-floor kick drum pattern, the genre utilizes heavy sub-bass, atmospheric synthesizers, and intricate percussion loops. Tempos typically fluctuate between 110 and 140 beats per minute, creating a high-energy, driving mood that ra…
Breaks events in other cities