Folktronica

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Folktronica, also known as laptop folk or nu folk, blends acoustic folk instrumentation with electronic soundscapes, often featuring sampled acoustic instruments combined with computer-generated sounds to create an ethereal and often introspective atmosphere. This genre emerged in the late 1990s as acoustic guitars regained popularity, their melodies intertwining with nascent computer-generated sounds. The release of Four Tet's *Pause* in 2001 is often cited as a pivotal moment in its birth. Key artists include Four Tet, Tunng, Caribou, and RY X.

Parent genreFolk