Category:Experimental

Experimental music is a broad category that encompasses avant-garde and boundary-pushing sounds across various genres. It often involves unconventional techniques, abstract compositions, and innovative sound design.

Characteristics

• Unconventional structures and rhythms, breaking away from traditional song formats.
• Innovative sound design, including glitch effects, noise, and abstract elements.
• Use of non-traditional instruments, sometimes incorporating found sounds or field recordings.
• Fusion of multiple genres, often defying easy classification.
• Strong influence from avant-garde, electronic, and contemporary classical music, prioritizing exploration over commercial appeal.

Artists and Labels

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

• Warp Records
• Editions Mego
• Important Records

Notable artists in the genre include:

• Aphex Twin
• Autechre
• Merzbow
• Oneohtrix Point Never
• Tim Hecker
• Fennesz