Freestyle

Freestyle music is a style of electronic dance music, heavily influenced by hip-hop, breakdance, and disco music. The hybrid of hip-hop and dance erupted in the early 80s and marked a feeling of futurism; a freak style full of drum loops, vocal samples, and sound effects, ready for sampling.

Importance of freestyle samples in music production

1982’s “Planet Rock” by Afrika Bambaataa and Soul Sonic Force was an essential record that preceded the birth of freestyle music. Producer Arthur Baker (of electro-funk group Planet Patrol) was another key figure in the style, who co-produced New Order's freestyle-inspired track “Confusion.” Freestyle samples are the perfect building blocks that allow producers to experiment, innovate, and craft unique, futuristic soundscapes.

Breakdance music revival

Are you a fan of breakdance music and the culture that comes with it? Tracklib's freestyle samples can transport you back to the golden era of breakdancing. Explore hard-hitting beats, groovy basslines, electro-funk, and industrial sound effects in this freestyle samples collection.

Futurism in pop music

In a similar vein to Art of Noise’s productions of chart-topping hits in pop, freestyle music also represents a futuristic sound with origins in the early 80s. Tracklib's extensive library of electronic music samples and collections like Sci-Fi Sounds and Back To The Future allow you to infuse your music with a touch of the future.

Clearing freestyle samples for legal use

One of the significant advantages of using Tracklib is the ease of clearing samples for official release. With our platform, you can confidently use freestyle soul samples without worrying about copyright issues. There are even options to release music with unlimited sample clearance for your freestyle samples!

Similar sample styles on Tracklib

If you're exploring freestyle samples, you might also be interested in related styles on Tracklib including Disco, Breakbeat, Hip House, and Miami Bass.