Dream Pop is a genre characterized by an overall subdued atmosphere - from the vocals to the melodies - producing a dream-like, sleepy, or spacious feel. As the name suggests, songs are structured around traditionally Pop-sounding progressions, often with a steady though de-emphasized beat and vocals that are lower in the mix and possibly run through effects so as to offer a more ethereal feel.

Band structures are usually pretty straightforward sporting a guitar, bass, drums, and vocals. Vocals are a distinguishing element of Dream Pop and can often be viewed predominantly as an instrument, with importance being placed moreso on providing melody and less on the actual lyrics. In addition, it is not uncommon for there to be more than one vocalist, either working in unison or switching off. Women have a very prominent role in this genre in this respect, with acts such as My Bloody Valentine, Slowdive, and Mazzy Star - among others - having female vocalists.

It is also not uncommon for Dream Pop to be fused with other genres like Shoegaze or Noise Pop. The main distinguishing factors though are that while they all offer a similar, "blanketing" feel, Dream Pop does not rely on "walls of sound" (as in Shoegaze) or heavily distorted, very driving guitars (as in Noise Pop).

~ Feel free to submit music you've found, music you've created, or have discussions related to the genre.

~ Please refrain from posting playlists, as well as songs by well-known artists within the genre such as slowdive, cocteau twins, mazzy star, the sundays, etc.

~ Low effort posts and memes may be removed at the moderators discretion.

~ ⋆ ✦ resources ✦ ⋆ ~

• If you're new to Dream Pop, or you'd just like some recommendations, please refer to these lists:

• Pitchfork Top 30
• RateYourMusic Dream Pop Chart

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