a synthesizer. In contrast to techno, short, high-pitched synthesizer tones are used. Hands Up does not rely on the structure of tension build-up, but rather is based on the typical verse-chorus pop music scheme. The main elements are the bassline, drums and a catchy lead sound. A typical stylistic device of Hands Up is pitched female or resulting feminine vocals, but male vocals are also common. In addition, distorted, autotuned, chopped and repeated spoken phrases are common characteristics. See also Reggae fusion (Euro reggae) List of Eurodance artists List of Eurodance songs References External links EuroDanceHits.com Eurodance Magazine The Eurodance Encyclopedia, by Karine Sanche 1980s in music 1990s in music 2000s in music Electronic dance music genres Pop music genres European music genres