Chillout music is characterized by its relaxing, slow-paced, and atmospheric sounds that create a calm and soothing listening experience.
Characteristic Instruments
The genre often features synthesizers, soft pads, gentle percussion, and smooth melodic lines that evoke tranquility and relaxation.
Dominant Styles
Chillout encompasses ambient, downtempo, lounge, and other slow-tempo electronic styles designed for relaxation and mood-setting.
Top Artists by Era
Classic Era
- Moby
- Massive Attack
- Air
- Zero 7
Modern Era
- Bonobo
- Thievery Corporation
- Boards of Canada
- Tycho
Contemporary
- ODESZA
- Emancipator
- FKJ
- Nicolas Jaar