Drone

The drone genre is characterized by its use of sustained sounds, often created through electronic manipulation or instrumental techniques, to produce a continuous, unchanging tone. Emerging in the 1960s and 1970s, drone music drew from avant-garde, experimental, and ambient traditions, with pioneers like La Monte Young and Tony Conrad pushing the boundaries of sound. The genre gained popularity in the 1990s and 2000s, particularly in the underground and noise scenes. Drone music often features minimalist, repetitive patterns, and is frequently used to create a meditative or immersive atmosphere. Its cultural significance lies in its ability to challenge traditional notions of music and sound, while also providing a sonic reflection of contemporary anxieties and introspections. Drone's relationship to other genres, such as ambient, noise, and experimental, is marked by its emphasis on texture and atmosphere over traditional melody and rhythm. What sets drone apart is its use of sonic stasis to evoke a sense of timelessness and spatiality, often incorporating elements of dissonance and tension to create a complex, thought-provoking listening experience.

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Album - 10 Tracks - Released November 17, 2025

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Chantress Seba
Claire M Singer
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Devin Shaffer
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Drew McDowall
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Erick Endres
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Fede Scaglioni
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Jens Pauly
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Jonny Alias
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Kali Malone
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Laurie Spiegel
Lennart Altgenug
Lia Kohl
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Mike Parker
Mr. Chaff
Muslimgauze
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Oneohtrix Point Never
Quiet Luke
Quinto Memento
R Climent
RGB
ROM
Robert Lippok
Ryuichi Sakamoto
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Seefeel
Silent Bob
SleepBye
Slow World
Steve Reich
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The Narrator
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John Cale
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