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Kantrum is a traditional folk music genre from the Khmer Surin region of Thailand and Cambodia, characterized by its fast, rhythmic, and percussive nature. It is deeply rooted in rural communal celebrations, featuring call-and-response vocals and intricate, syncopated drum patterns that drive the dance-oriented energy.
Origin: Khmer Surin region, Thailand and Cambodia.
Era: Ancient roots, modernized in the 20th century.