Syncopation is used in many musical styles , and is fundamental in black-influenced styles such as Cuban music , funk , ska , reggae , ragtime , rap , jump blues , progressive rock , extreme metal , jazz , breakbeat , drum 'n' bass and dubstep . Syncopation is used in many musical styles , and is fundamental in African derived styles such as funk , ska , reggae , ragtime , rap , jump blues , progressive electronic dance music , progressive rock , progressive metal , jazz , breakbeat , drum 'n' bass and dubstep .