UK garage is a genre of electronic music that emerged in the United Kingdom during the late 1990s. It blends elements of garage house, jungle, and R&B, characterized by its syncopated rhythms, bass-heavy beats, and chopped vocal samples. The genre often features a tempo around 130 beats per minute and incorporates influences from hip hop and dancehall. The sound of UK garage is often associated with artists and producers like MJ Cole and Artful Dodger. It gained popularity in underground clubs and radio stations, leading to the rise of sub-genres such as grime and 2-step. The genre has had a lasting impact on the UK music scene and continues to influence contemporary artists.