Category:Chill Out

Chill Out is a broad genre of electronic and ambient music designed for relaxation, introspection, and atmospheric listening. Originating in the 1990s as a response to high-energy dance music, chill-out blends elements of ambient, downtempo, trip-hop, and lounge music to create a soothing and immersive listening experience. It is often associated with after-hours club settings, lounge bars, and relaxation spaces.

Characteristics

• Slow tempos and relaxed beats, typically between 60-110 BPM.
• Lush, atmospheric soundscapes, often incorporating pads, reverb, and delay effects.
• Incorporation of organic instruments, such as acoustic guitars, soft piano, and world music elements.
• Minimalistic and smooth production, creating a meditative and calming effect.
• Influences from ambient, downtempo, and trip-hop, blending electronic and acoustic textures.

Artists and Labels

Chill Out music has been championed by various artists and labels, including:

• Café del Mar
• Kompakt
• Ultimae Records

Notable artists in the genre include:

• Kruder & Dorfmeister
• Air
• Thievery Corporation
• Zero 7
• Boards of Canada
• Moby