Gabber vs. Hardstyle — What's the Difference?

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.

Hardstyle is an electronic dance genre that emerged in the late 90s in the Netherlands and Belgium. Hardstyle mixes influences from techno, new beat and hardcore.

To talk idly or incessantly, as about trivial matters.

(music) A genre of electronic dance music that combines elements of trance, techno, and hardcore.

Idle talk; chatter.

(sports) In contrast to sports style, a specifically intensive workout exercise, such as a swing squat.

(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.