Old School Reggaeton
Old School Reggaeton refers to the pioneering sound of the genre from the late 1990s to early 2000s, originating in Puerto Rico and Panama. It features the iconic dembow rhythm, raw Spanish-language rapping, heavy basslines, and streetwise energy, laying the foundation for modern reggaeton with artists like Daddy Yankee and Don Omar.
Origin: Puerto Rico and Panama, evolving from underground parties and Panama's reggae en español scene.
Era: Late 1990s to mid-2000s
