Alt Pop, Alternative Dance, Alternative Rock, Dream Pop, Electroclash, Emo, Garage Rock, Indie Dance, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Indietronica, Latin Rock, Lo-fi Rock, Math Rock, Pop Rock, Post Rock, Psychedelic Rock, Shoegaze, Slacker Rock, Slowcore, Surf Rock
Alt PopMusic with the broad appeal of pop, yet lies outside of the mainstream (Billie Eilish, Gus Dapperton, Lorde) Average approval rate: 23%
Alternative DanceElectronic dance music that has a bit of alternative feel. Think Spotify's "Altar" editorial playlist (eg. Caribou, Fred Again...) Average approval rate: 20%
Alternative RockA rockier or slightly grungy sound, often drawing inspiration from the 90s. Smashing Pumpkins, Radiohead, My Bloody Valentine Average approval rate: 25%
Dream PopAn atmospheric brand of indie rock that focuses heavily on sonic textures / atmospheres as well as pop melodies (Beach House, M83) Average approval rate: 25%
ElectroclashA raw fusion of synthpop and punk, known for its lo-fi sound, edgy lyrics, and rebellious energy (eg. Digitalism, Erol Alkan, Mstrkrft) Average approval rate: 18%
EmoA rock music genre with lots of emotional expression (generally sad and moody) both sonically and often through confessional lyrics Average approval rate: 30%
Garage RockA raw and energetic style of rock and roll that flourished in the mid-1960s and has experienced a series of subsequent revivals — generally comprised of basic chord structures and fuzzy guitars with a "made in the family garage" feel Average approval rate: 23%
Indie DanceBlends alternative rock songwriting with electronic dance production (eg. New Order, LCD Soundsystem) Average approval rate: 21%
Indie Pop*NOT POP* — this is a more upbeat, light-hearted indie rock (Vampire Weekend, The Postal Service, The Shins) Average approval rate: 26%
Indie RockArcade Fire, Broken Social Scene, The National, Alt-J Average approval rate: 25%
IndietronicaCombines elements of indie, electronica, rock, and pop music (Passion Pit, Friendly Fires, Miike Snow, Miami Horror) Average approval rate: 19%
Latin Rock*in Spanish Average approval rate: 34%
Lo-fi RockMac DeMarco, Ariel Pink Average approval rate: 20%
Math RockComplex, atypical rhythmic structures (including irregular stopping and starting), counterpoint, odd time signatures, angular melodies, and extended, often dissonant, chords (Tricot, Battles) Average approval rate: 29%
Pop RockRock that tends to be well-packaged for commercial success Average approval rate: 24%
Post RockUsually instrumental, often lacking a standard song structure (Explosions in the Sky, Mogwai) Average approval rate: 24%
Psychedelic RockClassic psychedelic rock examples include Pink Floyd and The Grateful Dead, although it's a genre more recently made popular by Tame Impala Average approval rate: 23%
ShoegazeAlternative rock that is typified by obscured vocals, guitar distortion and effects, feedback, and overwhelming volume (My Bloody Valentine, Silversun Pickups) Average approval rate: 31%
Slacker RockCharacterized by lo-fi production, laid-back / lackadaisical vocals, and often incorporates elements of noise pop, post-punk, and garage rock (Pavement) Average approval rate: 24%
SlowcoreA sad style of alternative rock that features bleak lyrics, downbeat melodies, slower tempos, and minimalist arrangements (Cat Power, Duster) Average approval rate: 27%
Surf RockDistinguished by reverb-drenched electric guitars played to evoke the sound of crashing waves (Real Estate, DIIV, Beach Fossils, Day Wave) Average approval rate: 24%
Chillwave, Cyberpunk / Darksynth, Gothic / Dark Wave, Hyperpop, Indie Electronic, Nu-disco, Synthwave, Vaporwave, Wave, Witch House
ChillwaveCharacterized by a faded or dreamy retro pop sound — think Ryan Gosling in Drive (Neon Indian, Memory Tapes, Teen Daze) Average approval rate: 36%
Cyberpunk / DarksynthHeavy, dark electro music with elements of sound design similar to movies like Tron Average approval rate: 34%
Gothic / Dark WaveLargely based on minor key tonality and introspective lyrics, and have been perceived as being dark, romantic, and bleak, with an undertone of sorrow (Siouxsie and the Banshees, Joy Division) Average approval rate: 30%
HyperpopHyperpop is a microgenre characterized by an absurd and maximalist take on popular music. Average approval rate: 12%
Indie ElectronicNick Murphy (Chet Faker), Ratatat, CHVRCHES Average approval rate: 22%
Nu-discoA 21st-century dance music genre associated with a renewed interest in the late 1970s, 80s, and early 1990s disco and European synth music Average approval rate: 30%
SynthwaveA synth heavy, electronic sound inspired by 1980s films, video games, and cartoons Average approval rate: 38%
VaporwaveBlends slowed lounge and jazz samples with lo-fi beats. It has a distinct visual style that incorporates early internet imagery, late 1990s web design, glitch art, etc. Average approval rate: 30%
WaveLots of synths. Spaced-out sci-fi themes. Often heavy on the bass Average approval rate: 34%
Witch HouseWitch house is an occult-themed dark electronic music microgenre and visual aesthetic that emerged in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Average approval rate: 30%
80s Rock, 90s Rock, Art Rock, Classic Rock, Jangle Pop, Krautrock, Modern Progressive Rock, New wave, Power Pop, Progressive Rock, Rockabilly, Soft Rock, Southern Rock / Red Dirt, Synthpop
80s RockDoesn't have to be from the 80s, but sounds like the 80s Average approval rate: 25%
90s RockDoesn't have to be from the 90s, but sounds like the 90s Average approval rate: 17%
Art RockAn avant-garde approach to rock which makes use of unconventional elements (David Bowie) Average approval rate: 18%
Classic RockPink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, The Who, Fleetwood Mac Average approval rate: 25%
Jangle PopA genre of Alternative rock marked by the use of jangly guitar sounds and 1960s-style pop melodies Average approval rate: 27%
KrautrockA broad genre of experimental rock that developed in West Germany in the late 1960s — blends elements of psychedelic rock, electronic music, and various avant-garde influences (Kraftwerk, CAN) Average approval rate: 12%
Modern Progressive RockLike classic prog rock of the '70s, yet with contemporary influences from metal, alternative, and experimental genres (eg. Porcupine Tree, The Mars Volta) Average approval rate: 20%
New waveInspired by the late-70s/80s; usually with distinct visual styles, electronic music, and a quirky pop approach (Talking Heads, Duran Duran, Depeche Mode, Kraftwerk, A-Ha) Average approval rate: 28%
Power PopA form of pop rock based on the early music of bands such as The Who, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and The Byrds. Average approval rate: 23%
Progressive RockCharacterized by classical influences, the use of keyboard instruments, and lengthy compositions (Pink Floyd, Genesis, Rush) Average approval rate: 20%
RockabillyOne of the earliest styles of rock; it's "Classic" Rock and Roll (Elvis, Buddy Holly, Little Richard) Average approval rate: 25%
Soft RockSimple, well-produced, melodic pop rock Average approval rate: 21%
Southern Rock / Red DirtSouthern rock developed from rock and roll, country music, and blues and is focused generally on electric guitars and vocals. Red Dirt, a sub-genre, is described as "country music with an attitude" Average approval rate: 30%
SynthpopVery synth heavy with an 80s feel. A sub-genre of new wave that has seen a resurgence in 2020. The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights” is a prime example Average approval rate: 23%
Bossa Nova, Cinematic / Epic Music, Classical Strings, Crossover Classical, Jazz, Jazz Fusion, Neo / Modern Classical, New age, Nu Jazz / Jazztronica, Solo Piano, Tango, Traditional Classical
Bossa NovaA style of samba developed in the late 1950s and early 1960s in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Average approval rate: 34%
Cinematic / Epic MusicMusic that is composed for film. Broad definition, but typically orchestral or etherial sounds (John Williams, Ennio Morricone) Average approval rate: 31%
Classical StringsSongs where string instruments (violin, viola, cello, etc.) are the central element (Yo Yo Ma, Janine Jansen) Average approval rate: 46%
Crossover ClassicalA wide branching classical genre that includes Broadway, Classical Singing, Classical Pop, Operatic Pop, Opera, and Classical Covers (e.g. David Foster, Josh Groban, Andrea Bocelli, The Piano Guys, Michael Buble, Celine Dion, and Yanni) Average approval rate: 31%
JazzMiles Davis, Norah Jones, Billie Holiday Average approval rate: 31%
Jazz FusionCombines jazz harmonic elements and improvisation with rock, funk, and rhythm & blues. Average approval rate: 26%
Neo / Modern ClassicalNils Frahm, Ólafur Arnalds, Sigur Rós Average approval rate: 49%
New ageA genre intended to create artistic inspiration, relaxation, and optimism. Expect the almost mythical use of acoustic instruments and long sequencer runs (think yoga, massage, and meditation) Average approval rate: 39%
Nu Jazz / JazztronicaThe term was coined in the late 1990s to refer to music that blends jazz elements with other musical styles, such as funk, soul, electronic music, and free improvisation Average approval rate: 31%
Solo PianoJust piano, on its own. Nothing else Average approval rate: 58%
TangoIt is traditionally played on a solo guitar, guitar duo, or an ensemble, known as the orquesta típica, which includes at least two violins, flute, piano, double bass, and at least two bandoneóns. Average approval rate: 48%
Traditional ClassicalA more rule-based approach to classical music (18th/19th century) Average approval rate: 45%
Big Room, Brostep, Chillstep, Deep Trance, EDM, Future Bass, Happy Rave, Hardstyle, Melbourne Bounce, Midtempo, Moombahton, Psytrance, Slap House / Brazilian Bass, Trance, Trap (EDM), Tropical House, UK / Happy Hardcore
Big RoomPopularized in 2010 by the likes of Martin Garrix + Nicky Romero, it's electro house that frequently makes use of super-saw synthesizer sounds Average approval rate: 28%
BrostepIt is usually more aggressive and louder than traditional Dubstep. It is characterized by its lurching & aggressive wobbly bass (Skrillex, Excision) Average approval rate: 22%
ChillstepA derivative of dubstep (similar tempos), however Chillstep centers around more relaxed sounds: low bass, less-heavy percussion, add a female's voice to the hook and you've got some chillstep. Average approval rate: 20%
Deep TranceSlower and more serious than typical Trance; It's Trancey sound design distinguishes it from Melodic Techno or Progressive House Average approval rate: 21%
EDMAvicii (RIP), Calvin Harris, Zedd Average approval rate: 27%
Future BassHudson Mohawke, What So Not. Average approval rate: 30%
Happy RaveSimilar to Happy Hardcore, yet Happy Rave encompasses a broader range of EDM styles associated with rave culture (Scooter, Cascada) Average approval rate: 27%
HardstyleAn electronic dance genre mixing influences from trance and hardcore (Headhunterz, Da Tweekaz) Average approval rate: 34%
Melbourne BounceA swinging version of electro house that often features influences from Dutch House, Psytrance, & Hardstyle (Will Sparks, Joel Fletcher) Average approval rate: 33%
MidtempoA relatively new genre (2010s) that fuses elements of dubstep with electro house and glitch hop; it commonly has a cyberpunk aesthetic (eg. REZZ) Average approval rate: 18%
MoombahtonA fusion genre of house music and reggaeton that was created by American DJ and producer Dave Nada — bpm is normally around 110 PsytranceTrance that is characterized by arrangements of rhythms and layered melodies created by high tempo riffs; it's synth sounds are distinctly different from other trance sub-genres Average approval rate: 21%
Slap House / Brazilian BassBouncy, bassy sub-genre of deep house that has elements of tech house and is basically a sexy new version of EDM (Matroda, ALOK) Average approval rate: 36%
TranceTrance pace tempo (150 bpm) that features uplifting melodies, often with vocals, led by the likes of Armin van Buuren Average approval rate: 27%
Trap (EDM)Blends elements of EDM (build ups, drops, etc.) and trap music, which is an offshoot of Southern hip hop (Baauer, Flosstradamus) Average approval rate: 28%
Tropical HouseA sub-genre of deep house that uses commercialized balearic sounds (Kygo, Thomas Jack) Average approval rate: 24%
UK / Happy HardcoreA more melodic and commercial-sounding style of fast-paced rave music; similar to Hardstyle, but somehow different (Darren Styles, Gammer) Average approval rate: 29%
Breakbeat, Chiptune, Dubstep, Electro, Electro Swing, Electronica, Ghettotech, Glitch Hop, Heavy Drum & Bass, Jersey Club, Juke / Footwork, Jungle, Light Drum & Bass, Mainline Drum & Bass, Riddim / Tearout, UK Garage, Vapor Twitch
BreakbeatBreakbeat is a broad style of electronic or dance-oriented music that utilizes breaks, often sampled from earlier recordings in funk, jazz and R&B, for the main rhythm. Average approval rate: 27%
ChiptuneSynthesized electronic music that was popularized with retro arcade games Average approval rate: 9%
DubstepEmerged out of in London in the late 1990s; Characterized by sparse rhythmic patterns, minimal atmospheric drums sounds and heavy bass (Burial, Benga, Skream) Average approval rate: 25%
ElectroTypically feature drum machines (notably the TR-808) and heavy electronic sounds (with a Detroit Techno feel) — if you're unsure, Google "Planet Rock" by Afrika Bambaataa Average approval rate: 17%
Electro SwingElectro swing is a music genre that combines the influence of vintage or modern swing and jazz mixed with house, hip hop, and EDM. Average approval rate: 13%
ElectronicaA broad range of electronic music intended for listening more than for dancing (Jon Hopkins, Moderat) Average approval rate: 22%
GhettotechHas hardcore and rave elements but a bit more on the house side; usually it's higher tempo 135+; similar to Juke music Average approval rate: 15%
Glitch HopDark intricate electronic elements fuse electronic dance music (EDM) and hip-hop, while incorporating aspects of “glitch” music (KOAN Sound) Average approval rate: 34%
Heavy Drum & BassIncludes darkstep, techstep, neurofunk, and hardstep Average approval rate: 24%
Jersey ClubA more smoothed out, melodic version of Baltimore Club; usually featuring chopped R&B samples at 130 - 140 bpm with a triplet kick pattern Average approval rate: 16%
Juke / FootworkA style of house/street dance that originated in Chicago. Draws from styles such as house, hip-hop and R&B. Tracks frequently feature heavily syncopated samples and are around 160 bpm Average approval rate: 39%
JungleA pre-cursor to Drum and Bass. UK rave music originated in the 90s that features breakbeat samples from funk and jazz recordings. Average approval rate: 38%
Light Drum & BassGenerally smoother, more chill sounds than Heavy Drum & Bass; features sub-genres liquid, sambass, intelligent drum & bass, atmospheric drum & bass Average approval rate: 31%
Mainline Drum & BassIncludes ragga drum & bass, jump-up, drumstep, halftime, drill 'n' bass. Average approval rate: 30%
Riddim / TearoutBare + simplistic subgenres of Dubstep with heavily distorted, swinging bass lines (eg. Rusko, Obsidia) Average approval rate: 31%
UK GarageFeaturing a distinctive syncopated rhythm, heavy basslines, and chopped vocal samples (eg. Disclosure) Average approval rate: 27%
Vapor TwitchFuture bass sub-genre featuring "Vapor-style" sounds that were made popular by the likes of Hudson Mohawke + Rustie (ZHU) Average approval rate: 7%
Acoustic Folk, Alt Country , Americana, Bluegrass, Chamber Pop, Country, Folk, Folk Pop, Folk Punk, Folk Rock, Folktronica, Indie Folk, Neofolk, Psychedelic / Freak Folk, Singer Songwriter, Twee
Acoustic FolkThese are folk sounds that are solely, or primarily, produced through acoustic means, rather than electronically Average approval rate: 30%
Alt Country Acts and sounds that differ significantly from mainstream Country sounds (eg. Wilco, Kevin Morby) Average approval rate: 24%
AmericanaMostly acoustic, but can be full band. American roots music styles, including country, roots rock, folk, gospel Average approval rate: 25%
BluegrassBluegrass normally solely features acoustic stringed instruments, which emphasizes the off-beat. Often fast-tempo; banjos frequently involved Average approval rate: 25%
Chamber Popaka Orchestral pop; focuses around the intricate use of strings, horns, piano, and vocal harmonies; incorporates orchestral arrangements (Belle and Sebastian, Destroyer, Grizzly Bear) Average approval rate: 14%
CountryRyan Adams, Neko Case, Calexico, Dixie Chicks, Brad Paisley Average approval rate: 30%
FolkIron & Wine, Nick Drake, Bon Iver, Fleet Foxes, Cat Power, Joanna Newsom Average approval rate: 29%
Folk PopFolk songs with pop arrangements (eg. Phoebe Bridgers, Big Thief) Average approval rate: 28%
Folk PunkThe energy and DIY ethos of punk rock mixed with folk music elements, often featuring acoustic instruments, storytelling lyrics, and a rebellious spirit Average approval rate: 19%
Folk RockCombines elements of folk music and rock music. Average approval rate: 22%
FolktronicaComprised of folk elements — like acoustic instruments — as well as electronica, by incorporating hip hop, electronic or dance rhythms (Bibio, The Books) Average approval rate: 21%
Indie FolkIndie folk is a music genre that arose in the 1990s among musicians from indie rock scenes influenced by folk music. Indie folk hybridizes the acoustic guitar melodies of traditional folk music with contemporary instrumentation Average approval rate: 29%
NeofolkBlends folk and industrial / experimental music (Death in June, Current 93) Average approval rate: 16%
Psychedelic / Freak FolkFolk that's a bit avant-garde, and can have elements of baroque pop and psychedelic folk; usually has uncommon sounds, themes, and vocal styles Average approval rate: 24%
Singer SongwriterTypified by artists who write and perform their own material, which is often self-accompanied on acoustic guitar or piano (Cat Power, Mirah, Jeff Buckley) Average approval rate: 26%
TweeCharacterized by its simplicity and perceived innocence, some of its defining features are boy-girl harmonies, catchy melodies, and lyrics about love Average approval rate: 17%
African Hip-Hop, Alternative Hip-Hop, Autotune, BoomBap, Cloud Hop / Emo Hip-Hop, Country Rap, Deutschrap, Disco Rap, Drill, French Hip-Hop, Gangsta Rap, Grime, Hip-Hop / Conscious Hip-Hop, Horrorcore / Trap Metal, Instrumental Hip-Hop, International Hip-Hop, Latin Hip-Hop, Lo-fi Hip-Hop, Lo-Fi Rap, Old-school Hip-Hop, Phonk, Pop Rap, Rap, Study beats / Jazz-hop / Chill-hop, Trap (Hip-hop), UK Hip-Hop
African Hip-HopHip-Hop from Africa (there are way too many sub-sub-genres from the continent to have a unique SubmitHub genre for each) Average approval rate: 23%
Alternative Hip-HopEncompasses a wide range of styles that are not typically identified as mainstream Average approval rate: 22%
AutotuneT-Pain, Migos, Swae Lee Average approval rate: 19%
BoomBapA hip-hop subgenre characterized by raw production, sample-based beats, and emphasis on an old-school aesthetic Average approval rate: 32%
Cloud Hop / Emo Hip-HopLil Peep, Young Lean, and all those hip new acts out there Average approval rate: 18%
Country RapA blend of Country music with Hip-Hop singing or rapping (eg. Lil Nas X, Blanco Brown) Average approval rate: 15%
DeutschrapAverage approval rate: 26%
Disco RapA fusion of the sounds of disco with the lyrical and vocal style of rap (The Sugarhill Gang, Bruno Mars) Average approval rate: 12%
DrillDrill is a style of trap music that originated in the South Side, Chicago in early 2010. It is defined by its dark, violent and nihilistic lyrical content and ominous trap-influenced beats. Average approval rate: 22%
French Hip-HopAverage approval rate: 19%
Gangsta RapGenerally emphasizes the "gangsta" lifestyle — lyrics assert the culture and values typical of street gangs and street hustlers Average approval rate: 25%
GrimeA style of electronic rap music that has emerged out of the UK (Skepta, Stormzy, Wiley) Average approval rate: 24%
Hip-Hop / Conscious Hip-HopTends to have no auto-tune, a more measured pace, less aggressive. Often referred to as "conscious" hip-hop. (The Roots, A Tribe Called Quest, Common, Mos Def) Average approval rate: 26%
Horrorcore / Trap MetalSimilar genres. Horrorcore has more lyrical emphasis, while Trap Metal brings in heavier metal influences Average approval rate: 22%
Instrumental Hip-HopHip-hop beats without the vocals Average approval rate: 41%
International Hip-HopNon-English lyrics Average approval rate: 25%
Latin Hip-Hop*in Spanish Average approval rate: 38%
Lo-Fi Rap*** For songs with rapping *** This is a lo-fi hip-hop/rap genre that primarily has rappers over it Average approval rate: 21%
Lo-fi Hip-Hop*** For instrumental songs with NO rapping *** This is 99% instrumental lo-fi hip-hop (vocal samples okay) Average approval rate: 51%
Old-school Hip-HopBest understood as the sound and spirit of the hip-hop’s own childhood Average approval rate: 25%
PhonkBass-driven Hip-Hop beats with plenty of distortion, known for using vocal samples from Memphis-based rappers of the '90s (Almost feels a bit like gangsta Sega Nintendo music) Average approval rate: 33%
Pop RapRap with catchy hooks, melodic choruses, and that is generally more accessible to the mainstream Average approval rate: 21%
RapA$AP Rocky, Future, Young Thug, Lil Jon. Average approval rate: 25%
Study beats / Jazz-hop / Chill-hopLaid back instrumentals over chill lo-fi beats (no vocals), popular on the YouTube streams like “lofi hip hop radio - beats to relax/study to” Average approval rate: 51%
Trap (Hip-hop)A Hip-hop style originating from Southern United States that features complex hi-hat pattern and tuned kick drums with long decay, notably from Roland's TR-808 drum machine (Waka Flocka Flame) Average approval rate: 23%
UK Hip-Hop(Stefflon Don, Stormzy, Dave) Average approval rate: 25%
Acid House, Acid Techno, Amapiano, Bass House / Electro House, Chicago House, Chill House, Deep House, Detroit Techno, Dub Techno, French / Filter House, Future House, Hard Techno, Hardgroove, House (Old-school), Jackin House, Latin House, Lo-fi House, Melodic House, Melodic Techno, Minimal House, Minimal Techno, Organic House, Peak / Driving Techno, Progressive House, Tech House, Techno, Tribal / Afro House
Acid HouseDefined primarily by the deep basslines and "squelching" sounds of the Roland TB-303 electronic synthesizer-sequencer Average approval rate: 14%
Acid TechnoDerived from European acid house in the '90s; it's techno known for it's squelching synth sounds Average approval rate: 21%
AmapianoA deep house hybrid from South Africa that incorporates, jazz and lounge music characterized by airy pads and wide and percussive basslines Average approval rate: 16%
Bass House / Electro HouseTypically blends bouncy, upbeat four-on-the-floor beats, with prominent synth leads that often resemble the wobbles, growls and synth stabs also found in other EDM forms like brostep or trap. Average approval rate: 25%
Chicago HouseBorn in Chicago in the early 1980s, often combining 4/4 time signature of house music with soul and disco influences, utilizing drum machines and synthesizers Average approval rate: 19%
Chill HouseA sub-genre of House music characterized by a relaxed, ambient and downtempo style aimed at chilling out or relaxing Average approval rate: 27%
Deep HouseLarry Heard, Black Coffee, Hot Since 82 Average approval rate: 29%
Detroit TechnoOriginating in Detroit in the 1980s, Techno that contains a minimalist beat with futuristic sounds, particularly the Roland TR-808 Average approval rate: 21%
Dub TechnoEven less aggressive than minimal techno! Average approval rate: 19%
French / Filter HouseTypically a more old-school sounding subgenre of house music, exemplified by repetitive, filtered samples as the main melody Average approval rate: 32%
Future HouseA fusion between deep house and EDM (Oliver Heldens, Don Diablo, Tchami) Average approval rate: 27%
Hard TechnoDarker, harder, more industrial sounding style of techno / hardcore music Average approval rate: 30%
HardgrooveHard kicks, with a distinct focus on percussive elements, hence the "groove" part (eg. Baugruppe90) Average approval rate: 24%
House (Old-school)For "house music" that doesn't fall into one of the newer genres listed here Average approval rate: 25%
Jackin HouseBeatport defines it as having "spirited attitude, elastic beats, shuffling percussion, booming basslines, and chopped-up samples from styles such as Hip-Hop, R&B, Jazz, Swing, Funk, and Disco" Average approval rate: 42%
Latin HouseLatin house is an electronic dance music genre that combines house and Latin American music, such as that of Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, and African origin Average approval rate: 25%
Lo-fi HouseStyled with muffled drums, fuzzy synths and a gauzy, saturated quality (Mall Grab, DJ Boring, Ross From Friends) Average approval rate: 25%
Melodic HouseUplifting and atmospheric house music, defined by its focus on harmonious melodies and choice of synth Average approval rate: 32%
Melodic TechnoTechno beat and sounds with emotive melodies and atmospheric soundscapes Average approval rate: 31%
Minimal HouseSimple, repetitive basslines and the addition of elements over time to build up a groove from nothing and then break it all back down (Matthew Herbert, Ricardo Villalobos) Average approval rate: 22%
Minimal TechnoRepetitive and understated, less aggressive techno Average approval rate: 25%
Organic HouseA slower, more ethereal sounding house genre, referred to Burning Man frequenters as "playa tech" (Nicola Cruz, Oliver Koletzki, Lazarusman) Average approval rate: 39%
Peak / Driving TechnoReverb, compression, & white noise-laden techno sounds with suspenseful builds; Meant to feel BIG! Average approval rate: 33%
Progressive HouseFocus on melodies and chords with long builds and bridges where the beat drops out Average approval rate: 27%
Tech HouseA subgenre of house music that combines stylistic features of techno with house (Carl Cox, Claptone) Average approval rate: 30%
TechnoNina Kraviz, Maceo Plex, Maya Jane Coles Average approval rate: 25%
Tribal / Afro HouseMusic that combines traditional house music with world music Average approval rate: 34%
Ambient, Balearic Beat, Downtempo, Drone, Experimental Electronic, Future Garage, IDM / Glitch, Leftfield Bass, Lounge, Nature Sounds, Psydub / Psychill, Trip-Hop
AmbientMinimalist sounds consisting of nice atmospheres + harmonics and generally don't contain formal melodies or steady rhythms Average approval rate: 39%
Balearic BeatAKA Ibiza House or Ibizan Chill-out, it's DJ-led dance music characterized by a slower R&B-influenced beat & often features acoustic instruments Average approval rate: 22%
Downtempo*** NOT SOUL OR R&B. TENDS TO NOT HAVE VOCALS *** (Tycho, Boards Of Canada, Bonobo) Average approval rate: 29%
DroneMinimal, ambient-ish music known for having long stretches where practically nothing changes; ie. sustained sounds, notes, or tone clusters Average approval rate: 39%
Experimental ElectronicA broad genre category, features artists like (but not limited to similar sounds): Björk, Arca, & Aphex Twin Average approval rate: 20%
Future GarageMinimalistic and atmospheric evolution of UK garage (eg. Burial) Average approval rate: 33%
IDM / GlitchAn abstract or "cerebral" sound better suited for home listening than dancing (Aphex Twin, the Black Dog, the Orb, The Glitch Mob) Average approval rate: 19%
Leftfield BassA Beatport genre, which includes Deep Dubstep, Juke / Footwork and Global Bass Average approval rate: 27%
LoungeEasy listening music popularized in the 1950s-60s. Usually tranquil, while remaining thematically focused on its retro-space-age elements. These days you might hear it at a chill beach bar in Ibiza, or even in a hotel lounge / bar Average approval rate: 23%
Nature SoundsPretty self-explanatory; Ambient or background sounds that can be used for relaxation, meditation, or creating a soothing atmosphere Average approval rate: 47%
Psydub / PsychillA fusion genre that has sonic roots in Psytrance, but is chill and ambient Average approval rate: 19%
Trip-Hop*** THIS IS NOT HIP-HOP *** It is dazed, and almost hypnotic, electronica on a slow hip-hop beat (Massive Attack, Thievery Corporation, Portishead) Average approval rate: 21%
Alternative Metal, Black Metal, Death Metal, Deathcore, Doom Metal / Sludge, Electronicore, Glam / Hair Metal, Gothic Metal, Grunge, Hard Rock, Industrial, Melodic Metal, Metalcore, Noise Rock, Post-grunge, Post-Metal, Progressive Metal / Djent, Rap Metal, Screamo, Stoner Rock, Symphonic Metal, Thrash Metal
Alternative MetalAlternative rock meets heavy metal, which creates a fusion of aggressive and melodic sounds (Tool, Deftones, System of a Down) Average approval rate: 31%
Black MetalAn extreme subgenre of heavy metal music. Common traits include fast tempos, a shrieking vocal style, heavily distorted guitars played with tremolo picking, raw recording, unconventional song structures, and an emphasis on atmosphere Average approval rate: 45%
Death MetalA fast-past, aggressive metal, often with lowered vocals/instruments Average approval rate: 43%
DeathcoreA combination of death metal and metalcore. Think, the dark vibe of death metal mixed with hardcore punk elements Average approval rate: 42%
Doom Metal / SludgeA slower-tempo metal Average approval rate: 31%
ElectronicoreA fusion metal genre that includes elements of various electronic music genres (Enter Shikari, I See Stars) Average approval rate: 24%
Glam / Hair MetalSub-genre of heavy metal that features pop-influenced vocal hooks and guitar melodies (Mötley Crüe, Def Leppard) Average approval rate: 43%
Gothic MetalGothic metal is a fusion genre combining the heaviness of heavy metal with the dark atmospheres of gothic rock. Average approval rate: 24%
GrungeGrunge fuses elements of punk rock and heavy metal. Nirvana being the top example Average approval rate: 27%
Hard RockGenerally a heavier rock / alternative sound, that originated with bands like AC/DC and eventually bands like Foo Fighters and Wolfmother Average approval rate: 32%
IndustrialAn aggressive fusion of rock and electronic music (Nine Inch Nails) Average approval rate: 23%
Melodic MetalEmploys highly melodic guitar riffs (Amon Amarth, In Flames, The Black Dahlia Murder) Average approval rate: 33%
MetalcoreCombines elements of extreme metal and hardcore punk Average approval rate: 42%
Noise RockA diverse style of experimental rock employing noise music elements, which spun off from punk rock in the 1980s Average approval rate: 40%
Post-MetalIt's metal music that disregards some of the genre's basic conventions (Neurosis, Godflesh) Average approval rate: 26%
Post-grungeFoo Fighters, Live, Bush, Puddle of Mudd, Staind, Nickelback, Theory of a Deadman, Default, Creed and Matchbox Twenty. Average approval rate: 34%
Progressive Metal / DjentA fusion genre that melds heavy metal and progressive rock. Djent is variation with high-gain, distorted, palm-muted, low-pitch guitar sound Average approval rate: 33%
Rap MetalRage Against the Machine, Korn, Linkin Park Average approval rate: 35%
ScreamoAn aggressive style of emo that is strongly influenced by hardcore punk and characterized by the use of screamed vocals (The Used, Underoath, Alexisonfire) Average approval rate: 52%
Stoner RockDoom metal combined with psychedelic rock and acid rock Average approval rate: 31%
Symphonic MetalMetal that makes use of symphonic or orchestral elements Average approval rate: 25%
Thrash MetalFast metal Average approval rate: 32%
Acapella / Vocal, ASMR, Binaural Beats, Christian, Comedy, Holiday Music, Noise / Harsh Noise Wall, Solo Guitar, Spoken Word
Adult Contemporary, Afrobeats / Afro-pop / Afro-fusion, Bedroom / Lo-fi Pop, Commercial, Dance Pop, Dancehall, Electro Pop, French Pop, German Pop (Schlager), J-Pop, K-Pop, Latin Pop, Reggaeton
Adult ContemporaryBallad-heavy, easy-listening, radio music of the present day; ranging from pop, to soul, to R&B, and rock Average approval rate: 23%
Afrobeats / Afro-pop / Afro-fusionNot to be confused with "afro beat," this 21st-century genre is most identifiable by its signature driving drum beat rhythms, whether electronic or instrumental (example artists: Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy) Average approval rate: 27%
Bedroom / Lo-fi PopDIY-recorded pop with a rockier influence. Think fuzzy Indie pop recorded in someones bedroom (example artists: Still Woozy, Gus Dapperton) Average approval rate: 23%
CommercialAverage approval rate: 28%
Dance PopRadio hits that are also intended for nightclubs (Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Madonna) Average approval rate: 24%
DancehallReggae, but a bit dancier with electronic elements infused. (Beenie Man, Sean Paul) Average approval rate: 26%
Electro PopCharli XCX, Lana Del Rey, Katy Perry, Yelle Average approval rate: 21%
French PopPop music sung in the French language Average approval rate: 21%
German Pop (Schlager)Schlager music features catchy instrumental accompaniment to vocal pieces of pop music with simple, happy-go-lucky, and often sentimental lyrics Average approval rate: 19%
J-PopJapanese pop music Average approval rate: 16%
K-PopKorean popular music Average approval rate: 15%
Latin Pop*in Spanish Average approval rate: 30%
ReggaetonVocals include rapping and singing, typically in Spanish. Evolved from dancehall and influenced by American hip hop, Latin American, and Caribbean music Average approval rate: 30%
Hardcore Punk, Melodic Hardcore, Pop Punk, Post-Hardcore, Post-Punk, Punk, Ska, Skate Punk
Alternative / Indie R&B, Blues, Contemporary R&B, Disco, Electro Funk, Funk, Neo-Soul, Retro Soul
Alternative / Indie R&BA sometimes-contentious term used by music journalists to describe a stylistic alternative to contemporary R&B (Frank Ocean, How To Dress Well, Blood Orange) Average approval rate: 27%
BluesWith roots in African musical traditions, African-American work songs, and spirituals, the genre originated in the Deep South of the United States and is characterized by it’s jazz like qualities, shuffling rhythms, and performers often improvising over a chord progression Average approval rate: 27%
Contemporary R&BJohn Legend, Janet Jackson, Trey Songz Average approval rate: 29%
DiscoThat classic disco sound (Chic, Diana Ross) Average approval rate: 29%
Electro FunkTHIS IS NOT EDM! A genre of electronic music and early hip hop directly influenced by the use of the Roland TR-808 drum machines, and funk. Average approval rate: 19%
FunkA mixture of soul music, jazz, and R&B Average approval rate: 24%
Neo-SoulFrom classic to modern / neo. (Lauryn Hill, D'Angelo, Raphael Saadiq, The Weeknd) **IMPORTANT** If your song includes hip-hop or rap, please also select one of those genres Average approval rate: 31%
Retro SoulJanelle Monáe, Charles Bradley, Curtis Harding Average approval rate: 30%
Brazilian Funk / Funk Carioca, Brazilian Progressive Rock, Celtic, Cumbia, Dub, Flamenco, Global Bass, Reggae, Regional Mexicana, Salsa, Son Cubano, Tropical, World Music (African), World Music (Far East), World Music (Latin & Hispanic), World Music (Middle Eastern & North African), World Music (Other), World Music (South Asian)
Brazilian Funk / Funk CariocaA blend of hip-hop, electronic music, and traditional Brazilian rhythms; it's high-energy and emphasizes dance and party culture (MC Marcinho) Average approval rate: 28%
Brazilian Progressive RockA mix of traditional Brazilian influences with the lengthy compositions of progressive rock Average approval rate: 4%
CelticStemming from folk music of the Celtic people, it's generally played in ensembles, with melodic instruments playing in unison rather than harmony Average approval rate: 21%
CumbiaTraditional folk music of Latin America which varies by area / culture Average approval rate: 59%
DubEcho- & reverb-laden edits of songs without vocals. Tracks are stripped down to emphasize the drum and bass sections Average approval rate: 42%
FlamencoTraditional / folk music of Southern Spain; themes of which can be found in other Spanish music Average approval rate: 35%
Global BassThink heavy electronic bass mixed with traditional musical elements from regions around the world – from the Balkans to Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East (according to djbroadcast.net) Average approval rate: 26%
ReggaeBob Marley, Peter Tosh, UB40 Average approval rate: 38%
Regional MexicanaA recently popularized sound which encompasses traditional Mexican genres, including banda, norteña, mariachi, grupero, and more (eg. Christian Nodal, Yahritza Y Su Escencia) Average approval rate: 42%
SalsaIt's a hybrid musical form based on Afro-Cuban music but incorporating elements from other Latin American styles Average approval rate: 24%
Son CubanoA foundational Afro-Cuban genre that laid the rhythmic groundwork for the likes of Mambo and Salsa music Average approval rate: 20%
TropicalUsually associated with Caribbean Spanish speaking countries, this rhythmical genre features European and African instruments (Tito Puente) Average approval rate: 28%
World Music (African)Average approval rate: 24%
World Music (Far East)Average approval rate: 20%
World Music (Latin & Hispanic)Average approval rate: 36%
World Music (Middle Eastern & North African)Average approval rate: 28%
World Music (Other)Average approval rate: 20%
World Music (South Asian)Average approval rate: 23%
