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roller

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈɹoʊɫɝ// UK //ɹˈəʊlɐ// roller Informal Slang

n. a high-energy drum and bass track that has a steady, rolling rhythm. You use this word for music that keeps a constant, heavy groove going without many big changes.

n. a drum and bass track characterized by a continuous, driving rhythm and a consistent bassline that creates a sense of forward momentum. Informal in register; primarily used within electronic music subcultures.


SIMPLE

The DJ played a heavy roller that kept everyone dancing.

CONTEXTUAL

The second track on the EP is a dark roller with a deep, hypnotic bassline that never lets up.

COMPLEX

While some producers focus on complex edits and frequent drops, he is known for crafting the kind of minimalist roller that maintains peak energy throughout a ten-minute set.

Synonyms
Origin

* From Middle English rollere, equivalent to roll + -er. * (credits in TV or film): These were originally printed on a physical cylinder that was rotated in front of the camera.

Usage

Commonly used in the context of UK garage, jungle, and drum and bass music scenes.

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