About Occult rock
Occult rock is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of hard rock. Its influences include occult music.
Artists closely associated with the genre include Blue Öyster Cult.
From Wikipedia
Occult rock (also known as doom rock or witch rock) is a subgenre of rock music that originated in the late 1960s to early 1970s, pioneered by bands such as Coven and Black Widow.
The genre is influenced by hard rock, proto-metal, psychedelic rock, progressive rock and blues, as well as commonly incorporating lyrics referencing the occult with influences from classic horror movies to books by Dennis Wheatley. Despite the common perception, it has been noted that occult rock is not inherently gloomy nor dark, although many bands have made music with these qualities.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Occult rock.
Key artists
- Blue Öyster Cult
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Occult rock?
Occult rock is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of hard rock. Its influences include occult music.
Who are famous Occult rock artists?
Blue Öyster Cult.