Description: Trip-hop is a genre that emerged in the early 1990s, primarily from the UK, blending elements of hip-hop, electronic music, and downtempo. Here are some key characteristics of trip-hop:
**Slow Tempo**: Trip-hop typically features slower beats, often around 70-90 BPM, creating a laid-back and relaxed feel.
**Sampling**: The genre heavily relies on sampling, incorporating snippets from various musical styles, including jazz, funk, soul, and rock. This adds depth and texture to the tracks.
**Atmospheric Soundscapes**: Trip-hop is known for its moody and atmospheric soundscapes, often using ambient sounds, reverb, and echo to create a sense of space and depth.
**Vocals**: Vocals in trip-hop can range from ethereal and dreamy to more spoken-word or rap styles. Female vocalists are particularly prominent in the genre, often delivering haunting and emotive performances.
**Influence of Hip-Hop**: While trip-hop incorporates elements of hip-hop, it often eschews traditional rap in favor of a more melodic approach. The beats are usually laid-back and syncopated.
**Lyrical Themes**: The lyrics in trip-hop often explore introspective and sometimes dark themes, including love, loss, urban life, and existential musings.
**Fusion of Genres**: Trip-hop frequently incorporates elements from various genres, including rock, reggae, and electronic music, making it a versatile and eclectic style.
Notable artists associated with trip-hop include Massive Attack, Portishead, and Tricky. The genre has had a significant influence on various other musical styles and continues to resonate with listeners today.
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gweilojake
Love this compilation! Would rank it right up there with
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CHAMELEON
As for some gothic legends....Fields Of The Nephilim, dark
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CHAMELEON
I see Klonavenus in there. They need a home here as well.
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harpagon21
Nice
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CHAMELEON
The Comsat Angels....legends.
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CHAMELEON
These Immortal Souls...great add DS. I got a few more to
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harpagon21
Admin, tendra este EP por favor
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HYPNAS
Great idea to have selected this band!! Thanks DS !!
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HYPNAS
blood.twin,If I had an Instagram account, I could go see.
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gweilojake
EVERY release from the Unknown Pleasures label is
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