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Questions about Electronic dance music

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did Kool Herc introduce large bass-heavy speaker rigs to the Bronx?

Kool Herc introduced large bass-heavy speaker rigs to the Bronx in 1973. His parties kick-started the New York City hip-hop movement and laid groundwork for electronic dance music.

Who produced I Feel Love for Donna Summer in 1977?

Giorgio Moroder produced I Feel Love for Donna Summer in 1977. It became the first well-known disco hit to have a completely synthesized backing track.

Where did Gqom originate around 2009 or 2010?

Gqom originated around 2009 or 2010 in Durban through local record producers. This genre blends elements of techno broken beats and house music while eschewing the typical four-on-the-floor rhythm.

How much money did the 2014 Ultra Music Festival bring to the Miami South Florida region economy?

The 2014 Ultra Music Festival brought over two hundred twenty-three million dollars to the Miami South Florida region economy. The event brought 165,000 attendees to the festival.

When did Robert F. X. Sillerman re-launch SFX Entertainment as an EDM conglomerate?

Robert F. X. Sillerman re-launched SFX Entertainment as an EDM conglomerate in June 2012. He announced his plan to invest one billion dollars to acquire EDM businesses including ID&T which organizes Tomorrowland.