Afrikaansbased

Afrikaansbased is a term used to describe musical genres or styles that incorporate elements of Afrikaans music. Afrikaans music itself is a broad category that encompasses a diverse range of genres and influences, reflecting the cultural history of the Afrikaans-speaking people of South Africa and Namibia. These influences include Dutch folk music, German folk music, Malay music, indigenous African rhythms, and more contemporary styles like rock, pop, and jazz.

When a musical piece is described as Afrikaansbased, it suggests that the core musical identity or thematic content draws from or is inspired by traditional or modern Afrikaans musical traditions. This could manifest in various ways, such as the use of Afrikaans language lyrics, the incorporation of specific melodic patterns or harmonic structures common in Afrikaans folk songs, or the fusion of Western instrumentation with rhythms or vocal styles found in African music that have been integrated into the Afrikaans musical landscape. The term is often used in contemporary music reviews or descriptions to highlight a specific cultural flavor or heritage within a musical work, distinguishing it from more generic genre classifications. It signifies an intentional engagement with and adaptation of Afrikaans musical heritage within a broader musical context.