Give the Drummer Some More: Advances in Breakbeat Analysis and Synthesis

Explore the evolution and impact of breakbeats in electronic music through this 51-minute conference talk from Papers We Love Conf 2022. Delve into the intersection of affordable computer technology and consumer markets that led to the emergence of popular electronic music in the late 1980s. Examine the role of digital sampling in incorporating professional-quality recorded performances into productions, with a focus on breakbeats - short percussion solos from funk and jazz performances. Investigate the ethical concerns surrounding the use of these samples without consent or recognition, and learn about current approaches for breakbeat analysis, synthesis, and transformative effects developed by the SoMA Group at Birmingham City University. Gain insights into the urgency for ethical redistribution of cultural value to acknowledge the influence of previous generations of artists on modern music genres.