Futuristic

Futuristic music sprouted up in the late 20th century, largely from the audacious imaginations of electronic pioneers who fancied themselves musical prophets of tomorrow. Think synths that sound like they were snatched from a spaceship and beats that make you feel as if you're rushing through a neon-lit metropolis at two in the morning. The genre seems to delight in presenting a glimpse into the absurdities of what might come next, often blending styles in ways that are equal parts thrilling and baffling, much like trying to assemble IKEA furniture after three pints.