Glitchcore

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Glitchcore is an aesthetic characterized by the maximalistic use of visual glitches and distortion, incorporating heavily saturated colors, rainbows, flashing patterns, pixelation, and eyestrain.^[1] It peaked in popularity on TikTok in 2020-21,^[2] often associated with the Danganronpa fandom. The aesthetic frequently features characters and artwork from cartoons, anime, and video games.

The term "Glitchcore" sometimes also refers to a microgenre of music related to Hyperpop and Digicore. This style is characterized by high-pitched vocals, sharp 808s, frequent hi-hats, and exaggerated use of distortion and glitch effects. Artists like 100 Gecs and Twikipedia are considered pioneers of the Glitchcore music genre. However, it is a common topic of debate on whether it really constitutes a genre.^[1]

Visuals[]

Highly saturated colors
Black and white, but not gray
Pixels
Patterns such as waves, stripes, and checkers
Peace signs, hearts, starts, smiley faces, and other symbols
Anime/cartoon characters

Music[]

Glitchcore as a 2020s music genre is inspired by the dance music vibes of the mid to late 2000s and the sped-up aesthetics of early 2010s Nightcore. The genre builds on the ethereal hip hop-like beats of mid-2010s such as Drain, integrating elements of hip hop and significant hyperpop influences. Characterized by its energetic, danceable bass and use of vocal chops to create a vibrant and surreal auditory landscape.

Other genres associated with the aesthetic include: