5 Modern Bangers for Your Next Breakdancing Routine
Fresh beats to fuel your power moves and footwork
The right track is everything. It sets the vibe, dictates the pace, and can be the secret weapon that makes your routine unforgettable. Forget digging through dusty crates for the perfect break—the new school is delivering heat. Here are five modern bangers that blend fresh production with that classic breakbeat spirit.
Glitch Mob
The Glitch Mob, featuring Elohim
This track builds from a haunting vocal intro into an absolute monster of a beat. The halftime drop is pure, unadulterated power move fuel. The distorted 808s and complex, glitchy percussion provide a chaotic yet rhythmic landscape perfect for showcasing your most explosive freezes and windmills. Use the build-up for dramatic toprock and hit the drop with everything you've got.
→ Open in SpotifyNeon Fractals
IMANU, josh pan
Don't let the slower BPM fool you. This track is a masterclass in syncopated rhythms and deep, pocketed grooves. The intricate drum & bass-lite patterns are a dream for complex footwork and musicality. It’s weird, it’s funky, and it will make your footwork look incredibly technical. Perfect for a set that emphasizes style, flow, and precision over raw power.
→ Open in SpotifyBrick Bank
The Kount
This is a straight-up modern breakbeat anthem. The Kount chops up soulful vocals and gritty guitar licks over a rock-solid, head-nodding drum loop. It has that timeless funk feel but with a crisp, contemporary mix. This is your go-to track for a classic-style routine that oozes cool. Its steady, infectious groove is ideal for locking in your rhythm and showcasing your foundational style.
→ Open in SpotifyRumble
Skrillex, Fred again.., Flowdan
A cultural reset in a track. "Rumble" is all about space and bass. The menacing sub-bass and sparse, impactful drums create a tense, dramatic atmosphere. This track is for the b-boy or b-girl who commands the circle with presence. The minimal structure means every move, every freeze, and every hit has maximum impact. Dance big and own the space between the beats.
→ Open in SpotifyThe Last One
K+Lab
K+Lab is a virtuoso of funky, electronic breaks. This track is a high-energy journey through squelchy basslines, disco-infused samples, and relentless, upbeat drums. It's fast, it's fun, and it's impossible not to move to. This is the perfect finale track—it brings pure, joyous energy that will leave the crowd hyped. Use its infectious energy for a routine that's all about speed, flair, and having a great time.
→ Open in SpotifyThe key is to match the music's energy with your own. Listen to these tracks, feel their unique rhythms, and let them inspire your next set. Now get out there and tear up the floor.
Keep breaking. Keep evolving.
