Description: IDM, or Intelligent Dance Music, is a genre of electronic music that emerged in the early 1990s. It is characterized by its complex rhythms, intricate melodies, and a focus on artistic expression rather than danceability. Here are some key features of IDM:
**Complex Rhythms**: IDM often features unconventional time signatures and intricate drum patterns. The beats can be syncopated and fragmented, creating a sense of unpredictability.
**Melodic Complexity**: Melodies in IDM are often rich and layered, utilizing a wide range of sounds, including synthesized tones, organic samples, and ambient textures. This complexity contributes to the genre's emotional depth.
**Use of Technology**: IDM artists frequently experiment with software and hardware to create unique sounds. This includes using samplers, synthesizers, and digital audio workstations to manipulate audio in innovative ways.
**Atmospheric Elements**: Many IDM tracks incorporate ambient sounds and textures, creating immersive soundscapes that evoke various emotions and moods. This atmospheric quality often invites listeners to engage deeply with the music.
**Non-Standard Structures**: IDM tracks may not follow traditional song structures (like verse-chorus patterns). Instead, they can shift and evolve unpredictably, often leading to a more exploratory listening experience.
**Emotional Range**: While some IDM tracks can be upbeat and energetic, others may explore darker or more introspective themes. This emotional range allows for a diverse listening experience.
**Influences**: IDM draws from various musical styles, including techno, ambient, glitch, and experimental music. Artists may incorporate elements from these genres to create a unique sound.
Notable IDM artists include Aphex Twin, Autechre, Boards of Canada, and Squarepusher. The genre is often appreciated for its artistic merit and innovation, appealing to listeners who seek a more cerebral approach to electronic music.
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Dextro
Winded
(2009)
Dextro
Respire
(2024)
Dextro
In The Crossing
(2016)
Dextro
Consequence Music
(2007)
Dextro
An Hour Is A Sea
(2020)
Second Seasons
Density Of Traction
(2024)
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Moreno Padoan
Memento, Tributo A Dylan Thomas
(2024)
Retrogramme
Retrogramme
(2008)
Retrogramme
For Our Dearly Departed
(2012)
![Retrogramme - Feed (2015) [2CD]](/uploads/posts/2024-09/thumbs/1726924626_cover.jpg)
Retrogramme
Feed
(2015)
Haujobb
The Machine In The Ghost (Deluxe Edition)
(2024)
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DJ Stingray 313
Molecular Level Solutions
(2021)
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DJ Stingray 313
Industry 4.0
(2024)
DJ Stingray 313
F.T.N.W.O.
(2022)
DJ Stingray 313
Aqua Team
(2022)
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The Black Dog
Seclusion
(2024)
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Headdreamer
In My Dreams
(2024)
Haujobb
The Machine In The Ghost
(2024)
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Soma
The Winged Measurer
(2024)
Soma
The Inner Cinema
(1996)
![Soma - Stygian Vistas (1997) [EP]](/uploads/posts/2024-09/thumbs/1726735269_cover.jpg)
Soma
Stygian Vistas
(1997)
Soma
Soma
(1993)
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Soma
Sleepwalker
(1995)
Soma
My Ancient Vihmaana
(2001)
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gweilojake
Damn! Love this. Has a neo-psychedelic edge a lot like
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gweilojake
carlmcoy, Yep...completely agree. Cash well spent. And no
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CHAMELEON
excellent thx!
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carlmcoy
This is realy great thanks
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carlmcoy
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carlmcoy
HAUJOBB, You should buy a turbobit monthly account, only
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gweilojake
This is solid old-school gothic rock/darkwave here. Can
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doscaras
Nice!! Thanks for sharing!!
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HYPNAS
A wonderful discovery for me !! THANKS DS !!!!!
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HAUJOBB
Please have someone all Discography by this expectacular EBM
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