Downtempo is a laid-back electronic music genre characterized by slow beats and mellow atmospheres, perfect for relaxation and introspection.
Characteristic Instruments
Synthesizers, soft drum patterns, smooth basslines, and ambient soundscapes are commonly used to create Downtempo’s chilled vibe.
Dominant Styles
Downtempo incorporates elements from ambient, trip-hop, chillout, and lounge music, blending them into a relaxed and atmospheric experience.
Top Artists by Era
Classic Era
- Massive Attack
- Portishead
- Morcheeba
- Zero 7
Modern Era
- Thievery Corporation
- Bonobo
- Air
- Kruder & Dorfmeister
Contemporary
- Emancipator
- Tycho
- Nujabes
- ODESZA