darkpsy
what it is
Dark psytrance (also called killer psytrance, darkpsy, horrortrance or simply dark) is a darker, faster and more distorted form of psychedelic trance music, with tempo ranges usually from 145 to 165 BPM. Originating in Russia and Germany, the style has recently expanded to other countries worldwide. The term "dark psytrance" was first used by audiences to describe harder-sounding psychedelic trance, while the name killer psytrance is a more rarely used term (with its use depending mostly on the geographical area).
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What is darkpsy?
Dark psytrance (also called killer psytrance, darkpsy, horrortrance or simply dark) is a darker, faster and more distorted form of psychedelic trance music, with tempo ranges usually from 145 to 165 BPM. Originating in Russia and Germany, the style has recently expanded to other countries worldwide. The term "dark psytrance" was first used by audiences to describe harder-sounding psychedelic trance, while the name killer psytrance is a more rarely used term (with its use depending mostly on the geographical area).
What are good darkpsy albums to start with?
Try Sigilweaver by Ghreg on Earth, Esoterica by Xyla, Zagadala Vnov by Psykovsky & Mysterion featuring The Svara, and Psychogenica by Ajja.
Who are some women making darkpsy?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/darkpsy/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making darkpsy, from mainstream to underground.
genre notes from last.fm listeners · artists and albums from last.fm, updated 2026-10-20