8bit
what it is
8-bit refers to a style of electronic music inspired (and performed) by the sound of old computer consoles from the 8 bit era of video games. This music will often reflect sounds from technology that is seen as primitive or "outdated" such as the Game Boy and home made synthesizers.
✦ start here: albums
✦ who's making it, level by level
level 1 · mainstream
the pop everyone knows
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
✦ make 8bit a playlist
turn these 26 artists into something you can press play on.
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questions
What is 8bit?
8-bit refers to a style of electronic music inspired (and performed) by the sound of old computer consoles from the 8 bit era of video games. This music will often reflect sounds from technology that is seen as primitive or "outdated" such as the Game Boy and home made synthesizers.
What are good 8bit albums to start with?
Try The Protomen by The Protomen, Airbrushed by Anamanaguchi, Hitler Dancing Lessons by DanceStopGo!, and Kawaii by :(.
Who are some women making 8bit?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/8bit/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making 8bit, from mainstream to underground.
genre notes from last.fm listeners · artists and albums from last.fm, updated 2026-10-20