How to make electronica music: a guide for producers

Not all electronic music is dance music. Electronica is a broad spectrum of electronic music that focuses on listenability over danceability. Unlike EDM, which focuses on driving beats and crowd-pleasing drops, electronica leans into artistry. Musicians of this genre blend acoustic and synthetic elements into highly textured compositions. Not all electronica is dancefloor-averse, but its uniqueness lies in its versatility of soundscapes and creative freedom…