Frenchcore vs. Gabber — What's the Difference?

Frenchcore is a subgenre of hardcore techno. The style differs from other forms of hardcore in terms of a faster tempo, usually above 190-250 BPM, and a loud & distorted offbeat bassline.

Gabber (; Dutch: [ˈxɑbər]), is a style of electronic music and a subgenre of hardcore techno. It is characterised by fast beats and samples, and was developed in Rotterdam in the 1990s by producers like Paul Elstak.

To talk idly or incessantly, as about trivial matters.

Idle talk; chatter.

(obsolete) A liar; a deceiver.

One who is addicted to idle talk.

A radio commentator or disc jockey.

A subgenre of hardcore techno characterised by an intense, distorted kick sound and controversial lyrics or samples.

(countable) A gabber music lover, usually dressed in a tracksuit, often with a complete shaved head or partially for women, seen primarily in the 1990s.

A liar; a deceiver.

One addicted to idle talk.