Why do DJs always say 'drop the bass'?

DROP THE BASS : Its normally when the percussion pauses for a second and then comes back with a heavier bassline. It's basically when a song is playing (most of the time it's dubstep music) and the music accelerates in rhythm then it literally drops the bass of the song. read more

We have to say it a few times per dj set or we get fined by the venue. It is 100% mandatory. If we forget to say it, or neglect to say it enthusiastically enough, we can be severely psychologically and physically abused (and often are). read more

(ft. Lil Jon) YouTube; DJ Steve Aoki Responds To SNL 'Bass Drop' Sketch - Duration: 3: 15. HuffPost Live 338,486 views. 3: 15. read more