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How did an encrypted genre with triangles in its names become the foundation of modern dark electronic music? Read the history of Witch House: from Salem’s canonical album to the powerful wave of Ukrainian raves.

The Witch House genre has long moved beyond the status of an internet curiosity or an aesthetic joke. Today it is a multi-layered musical phenomenon that has traveled a long path—from the American underground of the late 2000s to a powerful Eastern European rave wave that effectively prevented the genre from disappearing. Origins of the genre: from a joke to a cult Witch House took shape in the late 2000s…

Anna’s Archive reported obtaining 86 million tracks and Spotify metadata. The company has launched an investigation. Why this is an alarming signal for the industry.

The non-profit project Anna’s Archive has reported the large-scale acquisition of content from the streaming platform Spotify. The dataset reportedly includes 86 million audio tracks and metadata for 256 million musical works. Spotify has acknowledged the fact of unauthorized access and announced the launch of an internal investigation. The company clarified that a third-party entity was involved in the data…

The court dismissed Moon Records’ lawsuit against the family of Kuzma Skryabin for ₴600,000. Details of court decision No. 910/9689/25 and the protection of the artist’s legacy rights on Minatrix.FM.

The Commercial Court of the city of Kyiv has refused the company MUN RECORDS its claim to recover more than 600,000 hryvnias from LLC “KUZMA SKRYABIN” in a case concerning an alleged infringement of copyright and related rights to the musical works of the band “Skryabin.” In doing so, the court effectively put an end to one of the most high-profile legal disputes surrounding the legacy of…

A story about how music erases borders between Iran and Ukraine. Why are HestiLL’s family and the first snowfall more important to Minatrix.FM than algorithms and charts? Read on…

People often say that music knows no borders, but in today’s industry this has turned into an empty cliché. At Minatrix.FM, we see it differently. For us, a “global community” is not dry listening statistics from different countries or soulless analytics charts. It is a living ecosystem made up of real people who share moments of their lives with us—genuine joy, personal stories, and…

The perfect blend of jazz, ambient, and broken rhythms. Why is Intelligent Drum & Bass called intellectual electronic music? The genre’s history, LTJ Bukem, and modern Deep DnB.

Intelligent (also known as Intelligent Drum & Bass or Intelligent Jungle) is a subgenre of drum & bass that emerged in the mid-1990s as a more melodic, atmospheric, and conceptual alternative to hard jungle and dancefloor-oriented D&B. The core idea of the genre is a shift away from dancefloor aggression toward musicality, mood, and thoughtful composition. Intelligent is aimed less at clubs and more at…

Discover everything about Psy Chill: from chillout zones at trance festivals to modern meditative electronic music. A list of the best artists (Shpongle, CBL), sound characteristics, and how it differs from Ambient on Minatrix.FM.

Psy Chill (or Psychedelic Chillout) is a subgenre of electronic music that emerged as a calm, atmospheric counterpart to psytrance. It blends elements of ambient, downtempo, dub, ethnic music, and psychedelic electronics, while preserving the depth and spatial awareness characteristic of the trance scene. Unlike dancefloor-oriented psytrance, Psy Chill is not designed for peak energy, but for relaxation, recovery,…

Florida Breaks — a breakbeat subgenre from Florida. The history of the Orlando Sound, rhythmic characteristics, and the influence of Miami Bass and the 1990s club scene.

Florida Breaks (also known as Orlando Breaks or Orlando Sound) is a subgenre of breakbeat that emerged in Central Florida (USA) in the late 1980s and developed most actively during the 1990s. The genre became an important part of American club culture and had a noticeable influence on the development of the U.S. breaks scene. Florida Breaks is characterized by an energetic, dancefloor-oriented feel, a powerful bass…

New Age — a genre of calm and atmospheric music. The history of the movement, sound characteristics, notable artists, and the genre’s modern development.

New Age is a music genre that emerged in the second half of the 20th century and is focused on calm, atmospheric, and meditative soundscapes. Its primary purpose is to create a relaxing audio environment that supports rest, concentration, and inner balance. Unlike dance or pop genres, New Age is not designed for active listening. It is music for background use, reflection, and contemplation, where overall mood and…

What is Chillstep? A detailed analysis of this EDM subgenre: its origins at the intersection of dubstep and ambient, musical characteristics (BPM, bass, rhythm), and a list of key artists (Blackmill, CMA).

Chillstep is a subgenre of electronic music that emerged at the intersection of dubstep, ambient, and downtempo. Its defining characteristic is the combination of dubstep’s signature rhythm and bass structure with a soft, calm, and melodic sound. Unlike aggressive forms of dubstep, chillstep is not designed for the dancefloor but rather for contemplative and emotional listening. The genre gained widespread…

The online radio Minatrix.FM is celebrating its birthday! The history of the project, key milestones, interesting facts, and gifts for every listener who visits the website on December 12. Join the festive broadcast!

December 12 is a special date for everyone who loves electronic music, club culture, and live online radio. It was on this day, back in 2010, that Minatrix.FM aired its first broadcast. No one could have imagined that a small enthusiast project would grow into the largest club portal and one of the most stable music platforms — one that survived every storm, every crisis, and even the disappearance of its…

The condition of People's Artist Stepan Hyga is critical after an emergency surgery. According to insider reports, the singer has fallen into a coma and has undergone an amputation. All details and the family's position.

The condition of the People’s Artist of Ukraine Stepan Hyha remains critical. According to the latest reports, the artist has fallen into a coma following severe complications, making his current situation extremely serious. Doctors continue to fight for his life, while the family and his team ask the public to respect the artist’s privacy. Emergency surgery and cancellation of concerts It should be…

Goa Trance is an iconic subgenre of electronic music born on the beaches of Goa. Read about its history, influence, the acidic TB-303 sound, and key artists: Goa Gil, Astral Projection, Hallucinogen.

Goa Trance is one of the most iconic and mystical subgenres of electronic music, born on the sunny beaches of Goa and transformed into an entire philosophy of freedom, trance and spiritual journey. Today, nearly 30 years after its golden era, Goa Trance is experiencing a powerful revival: new artists are experimenting with the sound, and global festivals are bringing the style back to the main stages. What is Goa…

Dub Techno — the music of fog and eternal echo. A hypnotic techno subgenre created by Basic Channel in Berlin. Listen to the classics and the new wave of 2024–2025.

Dub Techno is one of the most atmospheric and meditative subgenres of techno. It is the music of fog, space, and endless echo, where every sound seems to dissolve into deep reverberation. In recent years, the style has regained massive popularity on streaming platforms and in the club scene. Producers are returning to the analog sound of the ’90s, and listeners — to hypnotic rhythms where time seems…

Synthwave — the music of neon nights and digital nostalgia. Discover the history of the genre, its subgenres, 80s aesthetics, modern artists, and 2024–2025 trends. Listen to the best Synthwave on Minatrix.FM.

Synthwave is one of the most iconic genres of modern electronic music, inspired by the aesthetics of the 1980s: neon lights, VHS culture, retro-futurism, analog synths, and the spirit of cyberpunk. But Synthwave is no longer just a retro sound. In 2024–2025, the genre is experiencing a new resurgence, gaining fresh sonic ideas and an updated visual wave of popularity. What is Synthwave? Synthwave is a style…

Glam Rock — music of glitter and flamboyance. History, aesthetics, and why the genre matters in 2025. Listen to hits by T. Rex, David Bowie, and modern Måneskin in MP3 320 kbps.

Glam Rock is a style that turned music into more than sound — it became a true spectacle. It’s a genre where glitter, theatrics, eccentricity, and powerful guitar riffs merge into one big show. And in 2025, interest in Glam Rock is skyrocketing again. From fashion and film to pop music and TikTok — the glam-rock aesthetic is returning brighter than ever. What Is Glam Rock? Glam Rock is a…