Description: Breaks music is a genre that emerged from the electronic music scene, particularly in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It's characterized by its syncopated rhythms, heavy basslines, and prominent use of breakbeats - rhythmic patterns sampled from funk, hip-hop, and other genres. Breaks music often features energetic and repetitive loops, making it popular in dance clubs and festivals. Subgenres include Nu Skool Breaks, Big Beat, and Breakbeat Hardcore, with artists like The Chemical Brothers, Fatboy Slim, and The Prodigy contributing to its popularity.