Braindance

Braindance is a subgenre of electronic music characterized by its frenetic, breakbeat-driven rhythms, often paired with intricate, jazz-influenced melodies and unconventional sound design. Emerging in the mid-1990s, braindance evolved from the UK's IDM (Intelligent Dance Music) scene, influenced by the experimental and avant-garde traditions of krautrock, acid house, and techno. During its peak in the late 1990s and early 2000s, braindance thrived as a cult phenomenon, attracting fans drawn to its cerebral, boundary-pushing approach to electronic music. Notable for its emphasis on sonic experimentation and eclecticism, braindance often incorporates elements of noise, ambient, and glitch music, setting it apart from more mainstream dance genres. Artists within this sphere are known for their innovative production techniques, resulting in a distinctive, futuristic sound that rewards close listening and rewards repeat exploration.

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Album - 11 Tracks - Released July 16, 2025
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  1. July 16, 2025
  2. June 29
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    RLD DT1
    1 tracks
  8. January 23
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  10. December 17, 2024
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    LA
    8 tracks
  14. November 8
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    GRFM
    1 tracks
  15. November 8
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    MTP4
    1 tracks
  16. October 28
  17. October 23
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    WTAB CNX
    2 tracks
  18. October 18
  19. October 9
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    KW5a
    1 tracks
  20. October 4
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  25. September 8
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  29. August 28
  30. July 17
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  1. June 29, 2025
  2. April 15
  3. March 18
  4. February 17
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    RLD DT1
    1 tracks
  5. January 23
  6. November 20, 2024
  7. November 8
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    GRFM
    1 tracks
  8. November 8
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    MTP4
    1 tracks
  9. October 23
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    WTAB CNX
    2 tracks
  10. October 9
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    KW5a
    1 tracks
  11. October 3
  12. October 1
  13. September 17
  14. September 6
  15. September 4
  16. September 3
  17. August 28
  18. July 17
  19. June 18
  20. June 6