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Genre channels are specialized channels that showcase content within a specific musical style. They’re one of the best ways to discover beats that match the sound you’re looking for.

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What Are Genre Channels?

A genre channel is a dedicated page for a specific musical genre like Hip-Hop, R&B, Trap, or Pop. Each genre channel brings together:
  • Beats in that genre
  • Albums tagged with the genre
  • Producers who create content in that style
  • Playlists featuring that genre

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Finding Genre Channels

You can access genre channels in several ways:

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From the Homepage

  1. Look for genre-related sections on the homepage
  2. Click on any genre card or link
  3. You’ll be taken to that genre’s dedicated channel
  1. Type the genre name in the search bar
  2. Look for genre results in the search suggestions
  3. Click to go to the genre channel

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From Beat Pages

  1. View any beat’s details
  2. Find the genre tags listed on the beat
  3. Click a genre to see its channel

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What’s on a Genre Channel

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Genre Header

Each genre channel features a distinctive header that includes:
  • Genre name — The name of the musical style
  • Visual background — A cinematic background image representing the genre
  • Optional subtitle — Additional context about the genre

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Content Sections

Genre channels organize content into multiple sections:
  • Top Beats — Most popular beats in the genre
  • New Releases — Recently uploaded content
  • Featured Albums — Collections in this style
  • Top Producers — Artists who excel in this genre
  • Related Playlists — Curated compilations
The specific sections vary by genre and how much content is available.

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Custom Beat Requests

At the bottom of genre pages, you may see an option to submit a custom beat request. This allows you to request a beat specifically tailored to the genre you’re browsing.

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Browsing Sections

Each section in a genre channel can be browsed like any other channel:
  • Scroll horizontally to see more items
  • Click View more to see the full section
  • Click any item to view its details

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Starting Genre Radio

From a genre page, you can start a genre-based radio station:
  1. Look for the options menu or More button
  2. Select Go to genre radio
  3. Enjoy a continuous mix of beats from that genre

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Exploring Related Content

Use genre channels as a jumping-off point:
  • Click producers to explore their full catalogs
  • Click beats to see similar content
  • Discover producers you wouldn’t have found otherwise
While genres vary based on what producers upload, common genre channels include:
  • Hip-Hop — Classic hip-hop beats and instrumentals
  • Trap — Heavy 808s and modern trap productions
  • R&B — Smooth, melodic beats
  • Pop — Radio-friendly instrumentals
  • Drill — Dark, sliding 808 patterns
  • Lo-Fi — Chill, nostalgic beats
  • Afrobeats — African-inspired rhythms
And many more depending on the community’s uploads.

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Tips for Using Genre Channels

  • Start with broad genres — If you’re unsure what you want, browse major genres first
  • Explore sub-genres — More specific genres give more targeted results
  • Check multiple sections — Don’t just look at top beats; explore new releases and albums too
  • Use genre radio — Let BeatPass create a continuous mix while you work
Found a genre you love? Bookmark the genre channel page for quick access, or follow producers in that genre to see their new releases in your feed.

Genres & Tags

Learn more about genres and tags on BeatPass.

Radio

Start a radio station based on your favorite genre.