/r/Mallsoft
We are living in 2020; we are living in mallsoft.
Mallsoft, or "elevator music", is a vague type of background music, often containing elements of smooth jazz, pop, bossa nova or soft rock. Mallsoft is distinct in that it is typically meant to be left on repeat while the listener does other things. The repetition of the music eventually forces its way into the listener’s mind subconsciously, to be recalled at later date as a memory of something that may or may not have happened.
Common places to encounter mallsoft include shopping centres, grocery stores, elevators, hotel lobbies and clinic waiting rooms; over any intercom or through telephone hold music.
This page serves as a place to share content pertaining to the mallsoft sound or aesthetic. Music samples, field recordings, photography, videos, artwork and personal anecdotes are all accepted and encouraged.
/r/Mallsoft
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJmt5ifMn3M
I'm doing some experimental work, give me a helping hand if you can
New Mallsoft. Released yesterday
Culture is a cage. Learn to lift the latch.
Saw this on Instagram and Shazam couldn't find the song. I've heard it used before so I doubt it's lost media. It sounds so comforting
I’ve wanted to have a go at making a mallsoft track myself focusing on 80s UK, any feedback would be much appreciated (and if this even counts as mallsoft). I’m very rusty with music so i know this could be better, I’m more of an illustrator usually.
Music sampled is Digging Your Scene by the Blow Monkeys and the voice samples are from an old Nescafe ad :)