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Slowcore, also known as sadcore, is a subgenre of indie rock characterised by subdued tempos, minimalist instrumentation, and calm, sombre vocal performances. The genre began in the 1980s and 1990s, w
Lana Del Rey, pictured in 2013, has self-described her music as "Hollywood sadcore".
American Music Club performing at Bush Hall in 2008. They are considered to be one of the earliest slowcore bands.
Codeine are considered to be one of the first slowcore bands. They are pictured here performing at Alexandra Palace during their 2012 reunion tour.
Low, pictured in 2013, are heralded as pioneers of slowcore with their early releases.
Low (band)
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Low was an American indie rock band from Duluth, Minnesota, formed in 1993 by the husband and wife duo of Alan Sparhawk and Mimi Parker.
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…with a pensive style inspired by genres such as singer-songwriter and folk, laid the groundwork for the genre in the early years. In the mid-1990s, Low played a pivotal role in establishing slowcore as one of the era's microgenres; however, despite their retrospective acclamation as slowcore pioneers…
Sparhawk in 2004 recording at Sacred Heart in Duluth
Parker performing in 2013
Low at Duluth's Electric Fetus