Style Explorer
Browse genres and discover the best moods, instruments, and tips for each style.
Pop
Catchy melodies, accessible lyrics, and polished production
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Focus on catchy hooks and repetitive chorus. Keep verses simple.
Rock
Guitar-driven energy with powerful vocals and drums
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Layer guitars for thickness. Use dynamic shifts between verse and chorus.
Hip Hop
Rhythmic vocals, beats, and creative wordplay
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Emphasize rhythm and flow. Use 808 bass and crisp hi-hats.
Electronic
Synthesizers, drum machines, and digital production
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Build tension with drops. Layer synths for rich textures.
R&B
Soulful vocals with smooth rhythms and harmonies
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Smooth chord progressions. Focus on vocal expressiveness.
Jazz
Improvisation, swing rhythms, and complex harmonies
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Allow space for improvisation. Use extended chords (7ths, 9ths).
Classical
Orchestral arrangements with rich harmonic depth
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Think in movements. Build dynamics from quiet to powerful.
Country
Storytelling lyrics with acoustic instruments
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Tell a story. Keep production organic and warm.
Reggae
Off-beat rhythms, bass-heavy grooves, and positive vibes
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Emphasize the off-beat. Keep bass prominent and deep.
Metal
Heavy distortion, aggressive vocals, and complex riffs
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Use drop tuning. Layer distorted guitars with double kick drums.
Folk
Acoustic instruments and narrative storytelling
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Prioritize storytelling. Keep arrangements simple and organic.
Latin
Rhythmic diversity from salsa to reggaeton
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Focus on rhythm variety. Mix traditional with modern elements.
Blues
Expressive vocals, 12-bar progressions, and raw emotion
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Use call-and-response patterns. 12-bar blues structure works well.
Punk
Fast tempos, raw energy, and DIY ethos
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Keep it fast and simple. Three chords and attitude.
Ambient
Atmospheric textures and immersive soundscapes
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Use long reverb tails. Build evolving textures slowly.
Soul
Emotional depth with gospel-influenced vocals
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Vocal performance is key. Use gospel-influenced harmonies.