Dark ambient music is a genre that creates a haunting and eerie atmosphere through the use of atmospheric sounds, drones, and textures. It often incorporates elements of industrial, experimental, and electronic music. This genre is known for its ability to evoke feelings of dread, unease, and mystery. It is often used in film scores, video games, and other forms of media to create a sense of tension and suspense. Some of the key characteristics of dark ambient music include slow and repetitive rhythms, distorted and manipulated sounds, and a focus on creating a sense of atmosphere and mood.
Here is a list of dark ambient artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the dark ambient genre. You can find out what dark ambient genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.