phonk
Phonk is a subgenre of hip-hop that blends the aesthetics of 1990s Memphis rap with lo-fi production and a nostalgic, cinematic feel. It typically relies on samples from older hip-hop, funk, and soul records, as well as horror-film vocal clips. The sound is often described as muffled and dusty, with heavy reverb, a slowed or chopped-and-screwed feel, and prominent 808 basslines.
Origins and development: Phonk traces to the Memphis scene of the early 1990s, drawing on the chopped-and-screwed
Modern revival and spread: Since the mid-2010s, phonk has experienced an internet-driven revival on platforms such
Cultural context: Phonk intersects with the broader lo-fi hip-hop and Southern rap movements, influencing underground circles