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Digital hardcore

Digital hardcore is a music genre that emerged in Germany in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of hardcore and punk music. Explore key artists and related styles.

About Digital hardcore

Digital hardcore is a music genre that emerged in Germany in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of hardcore and punk music.

Artists closely associated with the genre include Death Grips.

From Wikipedia

Digital hardcore is a fusion genre that combines hardcore punk with electronic dance music genres such as breakbeat, techno, and drum and bass while also drawing on heavy metal, industrial and noise music. It typically features fast tempos and aggressive sound samples. The style was pioneered by Alec Empire of the German band Atari Teenage Riot during the early 1990s, and often has sociological or leftist lyrical themes.

Genre family tree

Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Digital hardcore.

Key artists

  • Death Grips

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Frequently asked questions

What is Digital hardcore?

Digital hardcore is a music genre that emerged in Germany in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of hardcore and punk music.

Where and when did Digital hardcore originate?

Digital hardcore originated in Germany in the 1990s.

Who are famous Digital hardcore artists?

Death Grips.

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