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In general, I've been interested in music for as long as I've been able to conceive humans thoughts, however, this had me wondering.
What sort of music do other people like? I'm big on genres like Shoegaze (Bands like My Dead Girlfriend, Honeydip, Masudore, Kinoko Teikoku), and alternative rock bands (Ling Tosite Sigure, The Pillows, etc).
I'm always hungry for a new genre of music, or a redo of the same genres we all know and love.
Won't you tell me your favorite albums? If you haven't got any, at least one of your favorite songs.
If there's any special meaning to you liking the specific album so much, I'd love an explanation.
Looking forward to it!
Here's one of mine:

 

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I've never heard of a genre called shoegaze, I'm guessing the video you sent is that? Sounds a bit like rock...

 

As for me, I'm more into electronic music with high tempo and heavy kick. Genres such as hardcore, gabber, hardbass, hands up, hardstyle. I like them because they make me want to get up and dance, and sound fun.

My favorite album would probably be "EXCEPTIONAL-02" by dat file records, or "Escarlue Heavenz Energy" by otomekan. But honestly, it's much better in my opinion to listen to individual songs made by certain people. Because some people just have a specific style that only they can create.

So for composers I really love moro (hardcore/gabber), LENK64 (hardbass), rider (hardstyle), DJ Nanasaki (scouse house). Here are a few of the songs:

 

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I love music; it is to me a medium unique in its ability to capture and communicate emotion. In its variety, I perceive the spirit of creativity that I attribute to the imago Dei. In its theory, I learn to appreciate a side of the natural world that seems entirely created for enjoyment, technical aspects and all. In my time on this forum, I've been continuously introduced to new music genres I didn't know existed, while also being given fresh views on genres I'd previously written off. Many of these experiences are still chronicled on the site; you've probably already seen the Share Music You Like thread, but if you haven't I'd recommend you do so. Off the top of my head, I can think of several albums that I either found through posts there or featured there myself.

For instrumental albums, Kitaro's Kojiki, V.K's Our Story, and The Piano Guys' Uncharted are all represented in part on that thread. My personal collection also includes Phil Keaggy's Lights of Madrid and Frank Klepacki's Rocktronic. In some cases, I can't point to a specific album, but would still recommend the general work of Louie Zong or maritumix. Don't discount classical music, either; if one considers the modern album equivalent to a symphony, then Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 and Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik both deserve consideration, to say nothing of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons, imo one of the greatest musical accomplishments in history. If you consider soundtracks acceptable for casual listening, then my favorites are Yasunori Nishiki's Octopath Traveler and Pascal Michael Stiefel's A Hat in Time (and perhaps I'll throw in Alkis Livathinos's Hue, too). Finally, I'll list World Beyond's Mindshell separately, because I'm not entirely sure whether to consider it a soundtrack or not.

If you prefer vocal music, the aforementioned thread includes songs from The High Kings' self-named album (I wish the industry didn't do this so often, the resulting albums are always confusing to reference), Masayoshi Oishi's Entertainer, and David Meece's Learning to Trust; Steve Taylor is also there I think, but the specific album I'd recommend from him is On the Fritz. I remember Michael W. Smith's Change Your World fondly, though I don't listen to it as much these days. Some of my favorite artists (for whom no particular album comes to mind) are Michael Card, Steve Camp, and Casting Crowns; I suppose their respective best-of albums would be ideal recommendations, but that seems like cheating.

Make sure you check out the other music threads on the forum as well; Odd Music Discovery and National Music! don't get much traffic, but are ideal for facilitating the discovery of especially obscure music. On the other hand, Other Game Music and Musical Discoveries in Touhou Fandom represent years worth of exploration into the art of music; they may be a bit less personal then you're looking for, but exploring them a little could still be rewarding.

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On 2/12/2024 at 6:53 PM, kymoh said:

I've never heard of a genre called shoegaze, I'm guessing the video you sent is that? Sounds a bit like rock...

 

As for me, I'm more into electronic music with high tempo and heavy kick. Genres such as hardcore, gabber, hardbass, hands up, hardstyle. I like them because they make me want to get up and dance, and sound fun.

My favorite album would probably be "EXCEPTIONAL-02" by dat file records, or "Escarlue Heavenz Energy" by otomekan. But honestly, it's much better in my opinion to listen to individual songs made by certain people. Because some people just have a specific style that only they can create.

So for composers I really love moro (hardcore/gabber), LENK64 (hardbass), rider (hardstyle), DJ Nanasaki (scouse house). Here are a few of the songs:

Shoegaze is a subgenre of rock that uses a lot of pedals, so you're on the money!
I personally don't listen to much electronic music, but I do love it every once in a while as a sort of 'treat' you could say- I unironically think that it's great for focusing.
The two tracks you've sent sound great! I've got a pair of headphones where you can max out the bass and the first song just blew my ears out lol.
And I totally agree on the individual tracks part! I listen to music by the album most of the time, but some albums I just don't like one or two particular tracks, sometimes even most of the album might not be up to my tastes but one song is. Back when I was super into touhou (maybe around 4-5 years ago), I couldn't get into any of TAMAONSEN's music, but I just loved Dear Rainy Day in particular.
Thanks for your input dude!

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On 2/12/2024 at 7:04 PM, Ken Hisuag said:

I love music; it is to me a medium unique in its ability to capture and communicate emotion. In its variety, I perceive the spirit of creativity that I attribute to the imago Dei. In its theory, I learn to appreciate a side of the natural world that seems entirely created for enjoyment, technical aspects and all. In my time on this forum, I've been continuously introduced to new music genres I didn't know existed, while also being given fresh views on genres I'd previously written off. Many of these experiences are still chronicled on the site; you've probably already seen the Share Music You Like thread, but if you haven't I'd recommend you do so. Off the top of my head, I can think of several albums that I either found through posts there or featured there myself.

For instrumental albums, Kitaro's Kojiki, V.K's Our Story, and The Piano Guys' Uncharted are all represented in part on that thread. My personal collection also includes Phil Keaggy's Lights of Madrid and Frank Klepacki's Rocktronic. In some cases, I can't point to a specific album, but would still recommend the general work of Louie Zong or maritumix. Don't discount classical music, either; if one considers the modern album equivalent to a symphony, then Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 and Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik both deserve consideration, to say nothing of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons, imo one of the greatest musical accomplishments in history. If you consider soundtracks acceptable for casual listening, then my favorites are Yasunori Nishiki's Octopath Traveler and Pascal Michael Stiefel's A Hat in Time (and perhaps I'll throw in Alkis Livathinos's Hue, too). Finally, I'll list World Beyond's Mindshell separately, because I'm not entirely sure whether to consider it a soundtrack or not.

If you prefer vocal music, the aforementioned thread includes songs from The High Kings' self-named album (I wish the industry didn't do this so often, the resulting albums are always confusing to reference), Masayoshi Oishi's Entertainer, and David Meece's Learning to Trust; Steve Taylor is also there I think, but the specific album I'd recommend from him is On the Fritz. I remember Michael W. Smith's Change Your World fondly, though I don't listen to it as much these days. Some of my favorite artists (for whom no particular album comes to mind) are Michael Card, Steve Camp, and Casting Crowns; I suppose their respective best-of albums would be ideal recommendations, but that seems like cheating.

Make sure you check out the other music threads on the forum as well; Odd Music Discovery and National Music! don't get much traffic, but are ideal for facilitating the discovery of especially obscure music. On the other hand, Other Game Music and Musical Discoveries in Touhou Fandom represent years worth of exploration into the art of music; they may be a bit less personal then you're looking for, but exploring them a little could still be rewarding.

What a list, my friend! While I don't listen to much classical music and admittedly I believe I can't really appreciate classical music just yet, but I think sometime later in life I'll be on my way. I do listen to game soundtracks casually, I was actually already aware of the soundtrack to A Hat in Time and I have a few tracks from there in my playlist.
I'll give your favorite artists a listen when I get the time and hey, a little cheating isn't so bad every once in a while lol!
I wasn't aware of the other music threads on the forum which is why I made this, thanks for letting me know and I'll definitely check it out.
New music is rewarding all the same! Thanks for your input my man!
 

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