Post-Rock

Post-Rock: 74 upcoming festivals, including 23 with tickets on sale.

Post-rock is an experimental rock subgenre characterized by its expansive, often instrumental soundscapes, utilizing typical rock instrumentation to create unconventional rhythms, harmonies, and melodies, frequently incorporating elements of alternative rock, art rock, and electronic music. The term was coined by Simon Reynolds in 1994 to describe bands pushing beyond traditional rock structures, often building atmospheric pieces through dynamic shifts and textural exploration. Iconic artists include Mogwai, Sigur Rós, and Godspeed You! Black Emperor. Its focus on instrumental narrative and sonic experimentation has profoundly influenced various forms of modern ambient and experimental music.

Parent genreAlternative Rock / Indie