About Folktronica
Folktronica is a music genre that emerged in United Kingdom in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of electronica.
Artists closely associated with the genre include Ellie Goulding, AURORA, Go_A, alt-J, Imogen Heap and Boards of Canada.
From Wikipedia
Folktronica is a genre of indie electronic music incorporating elements of folk music and electronica, often featuring uses of acoustic instruments and incorporating delicate, textural sound design. The Ashgate Research Companion to Popular Musicology describes folktronica as "a catch-all [term] for all manner of artists who have combined mechanical dance beats with elements of acoustic rock or folk".
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Folktronica.
Key artists
- Ellie Goulding
- AURORA
- Go_A
- alt-J
- Imogen Heap
- Boards of Canada
- Andrea
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Folktronica?
Folktronica is a music genre that emerged in United Kingdom in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of electronica.
Where and when did Folktronica originate?
Folktronica originated in United Kingdom in the 1990s.
Who are famous Folktronica artists?
Ellie Goulding, AURORA, Go_A, alt-J, Imogen Heap and Boards of Canada.