Spacegrunge

Spacegrunge is a subgenre of alternative rock characterized by its fusion of heavy, distorted guitar riffs and dreamy, atmospheric soundscapes. Emerging in the 1990s, spacegrunge drew inspiration from shoegaze, grunge, and psychedelia, often incorporating swirling effects pedals, driving rhythms, and introspective, ethereal vocals. This genre thrived in the mid-1990s, particularly among college radio and indie circles. Culturally, spacegrunge reflected a sense of disaffection and introspection, capturing the angst and disillusionment of Generation X. Notable for its blending of heavy and ethereal elements, spacegrunge distinguished itself from other alternative styles through its use of reverb-drenched guitars, hypnotic melodies, and often, a sense of sonic experimentation. This unique sound resonated with fans seeking a more cerebral and immersive listening experience, cementing spacegrunge's place in the alternative rock canon.

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Dharmakāya
Album - 11 Tracks - Released August 30, 2024

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Castor
Catherine Wheel
Cave In
Centaur
Cloakroom
Codeseven
Entropy
Failure
Hum
Ken Andrews
Molly McGuire
Narrow Head
Season To Risk
Shiner
Spacemen 3
Spiritualized
Starflyer 59
Superheaven
Swervedriver
The Life And Times
The Smashing Pumpkins
Title Fight
Year Of The Rabbit
The Smashing Pumpkins
Superheaven
Title Fight
Narrow Head
Starflyer 59
Hum
Spiritualized
Failure
Catherine Wheel
Swervedriver
Spacemen 3
Cave In
Cloakroom
Ken Andrews
Centaur
Shiner
Codeseven
Year Of The Rabbit
The Life And Times
Castor
Entropy
Season To Risk
Molly McGuire