Atmospheric post-metal is a genre that combines the heaviness and intensity of metal with atmospheric and ambient elements. The music often features long, sprawling compositions that build and evolve over time, incorporating elements of post-rock, shoegaze, and other genres. The use of dynamics and texture is key, with quiet, introspective moments giving way to crushing, cathartic crescendos. The genre is characterized by its emotional intensity and its ability to create a sense of vastness and awe.
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