Why is hardcore dance music called hardcore?

Hardcore dance music is called hardcore because of its intense, aggressive sound and energy. It is characterized by fast tempos, heavy basslines, and distorted sounds, and it is often considered to be a more extreme form of dance music. The term "hardcore" is used to describe music that is considered to be more intense or harder to listen to than other types of music, and it is often used to describe music that is considered to be controversial or offensive.

The term "hardcore" was originally used to describe a type of punk rock music that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s, and it was later adopted to describe a type of dance music that emerged in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Hardcore dance music is often associated with the rave scene, and it is often played at nightclubs and festivals.