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Kantrum is a traditional folk music genre from the Khmer Surin region of Thailand and Cambodia, characterized by its fast-paced, rhythmic, and celebratory nature. It is heavily associated with village festivals, weddings, and communal dancing, featuring a distinctively syncopated beat driven by traditional percussion and stringed instruments.
Origin: Khmer Surin region, Thailand and Cambodia.
Era: Ancient roots, evolved significantly in the 20th century through regional folk integration.