Description of rap metal music
Rap metal is a genre of music that combines elements of hip hop and heavy metal. It emerged in the late 1980s and early 1990s, and became popular in the mid-1990s with bands such as Rage Against the Machine, Faith No More, and Anthrax.
Rap metal typically features aggressive rapping, heavy guitar riffs, and loud, heavy drum beats. The lyrics often deal with social and political issues, and the music frequently incorporates elements of funk, punk rock, and alternative metal. Some examples of rap metal bands include Linkin Park, Limp Bizkit, and Papa Roach.
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