Most Challenging Music Genres to Get Into
Some of you may already like these genres. But for some people that never heard of these genres or are just new to music in general these are some of the most challenging genres to get into.
Basically a genre with no distinct characteristics. It has no formula and usually is very odd and weird. A perfect example of a No Wave album is Filth by Swans. It's full of obscure time signatures, strangled vocals, industrial sounds, lyrics with no sign of a pattern and a creepy uncomfortable atmosphere.
Usually involving lots of adventurous irregular ways of creating music. Full of odd time signatures, obscure concepts and lots and lots of atmosphere. If you want a really obscure but important Avant-Garde album, try Trout Mask Replica by Captain Beefheart.
Very obscure and dark. Contains a dooming, apocalyptic atmosphere with very poetic and vile lyrics. I'm not quite sure what to think of this genre myself but it's definitely a challenge to get used to.
A good Neofolk album is But, What Ends When the Symbols Shatter? by Death In June.
Very hard to get into
The vocal style is definitely one of the deciding factors. Most Black Metal involves a very dark and brooding atmosphere and lots of tremolo picking. The idealism may be another deciding factor too. Most Black Metal bands aren't necessarily Satanic, but for someone new to the genre, it may seem that way. I'm not necessarily a fan of the genre but I do know some things about it.
A good Black Metal album to start with is De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas by Mayhem.
Trying this genre for a lot of time. Can't get into. I could get into technical death metal though. But never liked black metal and similar genres.
Yes, Epitaph by Necrophagist and Cosmogenesis by Obscura are relatively "soft" and more melodic albums that are good for beginners. There are many albums from this genre that are critically acclaimed but they are much heavier (Annihilation of the Wicked by Nile, None So Vile by Cryptopsy). Also, some Obscura albums may be better than Cosmogenesis but Cosmogenesis is good to start with.
Probably the hardest metal genre to get into. If you are not a fan of Death metal, than this genre will definitely give you a hard time. It usually involves really heavy instrumentation and creepy but brutal growls.
Some good albums to check out is Epitaph by Necrophagist or Cosmogenesis by Obscura. (Props to Metal_Treasure for helping out with a better recommendation.)
Yes that's true.
By the way it's one of my favorite metal genres
This can range from more melodic types of Noise rock to just loud and terrifying Noise music. They usually are loud songs that focus on abrupt and/or unique sounds.
A good example of some Noise Rock is Songs About F-ing by Big Black.
I gave a listen to the song Precious Thing by Big Black - it wasn't as bad as I expected. Will try more when I have time.
Some of the bands of this genre get some influence from other obscure genres but the basis of Post Rock/Metal is usually the same. It usually is an experimented music genre, involving strange production techniques and a progressive flow. Some good examples are Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas to Heaven by Godspeed! You Black Emperor and To Be Kind by Swans.
Most post-rock is really good
A very creepy and dark Electronic subgenre. If you like weird, creepy music, this is a genre for you. But for most, it may be hard to digest as it does leave a very sinister feel when listening. Just try not to listen to this in the dark.
A good album for this genre is The Place Where the Black Stars Hang by Lustmord.
This one is lower because some of the bands of this genre are actually very easy to get into if you just have the patience for long songs. But there are many bands to choose from in this genre.
A good Progressive Rock album to try is Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd and a good Progressive Metal album to try is Dream Theater's Images and Words.
A lot of progressive rock/metal is easy to get into, but there is some very challenging music in the genre, like Gentle Giant, King Crimson's 1970s work, Fates Warning, maudlin of the Well, etc.
It wasn't difficult, I have no problem with long and complex songs. My problem now is that these aren't heavy and fast enough to my current taste.
For me it was different. I got into it from hearing two or three prog metal songs.
It's hard to describe Down Tempo. It's like a slowed down, ambient EDM song that seems to leave listeners in a clear-minded trance. It's a very peaceful genre that usually is great for relaxing the mind. Songs are often very long. It's very spacey as well, like your traveling through the depths of outer space. I say this is a challenge because you do need patience when listening and it isn't something that you can just pick up on and dance to. It's more so a genre for relaxing or sleeping.
A good example of a Down Tempo album is World of Sleepers by Carbon Based Lifeforms
Jazz is a music genre that originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans, United States, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and developed from roots in blues and ragtime. Jazz is seen by many as "America's classical music". I used to hate jazz because I found it boring, but after finding out how hard it is to play I started having some respect for it.
I just listened to some Merzbow and I can't decide if this is terrible music or amazing music that I don't understand.
I guess it sounds interesting? It pushes the boundaries of music? But what the actual heck am I listening to..
Judging by its name this might give me a hard time.
Yes, this is a genre.
Hard to get into, but one of the good bands in this genre is 'Stoma' from the netherlands
It certainly isn't for everyone (it isn't supposed to be either).
Crunkcore (also known as crunk punk and scrunk) is a musical fusion genre characterized by the combination of musical elements from crunk, post-hardcore, heavy metal, pop, electronic and dance music. The genre often features screamed vocals, hip hop beats, and sexually provocative lyrics. The genre developed from members of the scene subculture during the mid 2000s.