martial
what it is
Martial music, also known as martial industrial, is a music genre originating in late 20th century Europe. It often borrows musically from classical music, neofolk, neoclassical, traditional European marches and from elements of industrial and dark ambient.
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level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
What is martial?
Martial music, also known as martial industrial, is a music genre originating in late 20th century Europe. It often borrows musically from classical music, neofolk, neoclassical, traditional European marches and from elements of industrial and dark ambient.
What are good martial albums to start with?
Try Muse in Arms by Triarii, Campo di Marte by Camerata Mediolanense, But, What Ends When the Symbols Shatter? by Death in June, and Three Hours by TriORE.
Who are some women making martial?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/martial/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making martial, from mainstream to underground.
genre notes from last.fm listeners · artists and albums from last.fm, updated 2026-10-20