epic
what it is
"Epic" meant "historical" or "legendary" in Ancient Greek. In modern slang, "epic" denotes something grandiose, of legendary proportions. The word is often used to refer to trailer music and symphonic soundtracks, especially ones associated with fantasy or adventure, as well as fantasy-themed metal.
✦ start here: albums
✦ who's making it, level by level
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 epic a playlist
turn these 10 artists into something you can press play on.
✦ nearby genres
questions
What is epic?
"Epic" meant "historical" or "legendary" in Ancient Greek. In modern slang, "epic" denotes something grandiose, of legendary proportions. The word is often used to refer to trailer music and symphonic soundtracks, especially ones associated with fantasy or adventure, as well as fantasy-themed metal.
What are good epic albums to start with?
Try Born This Way by Lady Gaga, Wonder World by Wonder Girls, Colors by Between the Buried and Me, and Talvikuningas by CMX.
Who are some women making epic?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/epic/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making epic, from mainstream to underground.
genre notes from last.fm listeners · artists and albums from last.fm, updated 2026-10-20