Moombahton?!?!

Lets talk about Dillon Francis; don't be alarmed if you don't know who he is. Dillon is an avid producer in the sub-genre of Moombahton and has been making it big in the electronic arena. Before I continue talking about this killer producer let me expand on the sub-genre of music called Moombahton.


It is surprising to see how many people don't know this sub-genre of music. Unlike Hip-Hop, Rap, R&B, House and other genres of music that are well known and popular Moombahton is still in its early stage. Moombahton which is a sub-genre of electronic dance music was created by a DJ and producer by the name of Dave Nada in 2009. How was this sub-genre created? Dave Nada took a Dutch House track created by Afrojack and reduced its beat per minute (BPM) from 128 to 108. Usually Moombahton tracks stay around the 110BPM area because it allows for an electronic and reggae ton combination. Typically, Moombahton tracks have bigger build ups and heavier drops, sometimes as heavy as dubstep just not as sped up. Currently, producers such as Dillon Francis, Munchi, Nadastrom, :DFace, gLAdiator, and others  are pushing for the recognition and popularity of Moombahton.


Returning back to Dillon Francis, check out this track called "Hit's Me Like A Rock" (Dillon Francis Remix) by CSS. I am sure that many of you know CSS but Dillon is able to turn a rock-esque song into a Moombahton monster. Take a listen, if you have never heard a Moombahton track before prepare to have your minds blown.



Let me blow your mind one more time and introduce to you gLAdiator. If you are like me and attend Skidmore College then most likely you have hear of Danl Goodman. Although he graduated last semester he taught me many important and key points in regards to being a DJ. gLAdiator is a DJ/Production duo of Danl Goodman and Ian Johnson and they are fu***** sick! This track that I am about to show you is one that I was fortunate enough to hear during its creation, I even helped Danl create the album cover for this track! Anyway, take a listen and put on your dancing shoes, this track is about to make you cry.


Shout out to Danl Goodman and Ian Johnson, keep killin' it in LA. Keep an eye out for this duo, they are going H.A.M!



- Yoshii