Deathrock

Deathrock: 22 upcoming festivals, including 12 with tickets on sale.

Deathrock is characterized by its simple chord structures, prominent guitars and bass, and repetitive 4/4 drum patterns, all contributing to an eerie, horror-infused atmosphere often achieved through strummed chords. Emerging from the West Coast US in the early 1980s, it developed as a punk rock subgenre closely related to gothic rock, drawing heavily on dark themes and introspective lyrics. Iconic artists include Christian Death, 45 Grave, and Specimen. Its cultural impact extends to fashion and aesthetics, solidifying its place within the broader gothic subculture.

Parent genreIndustrial & Gothic