Certainly one of the dreamiest varieties of electronic music, Ambient concerns itself with the blending and motion of sonic textures, both organic and artificial. Although beats and rhythmic elements can come into play, Ambient music's key feature is formlessness. This is music for the mind, not the dancefloor. Mood and emotion are presented in waves of ethereal energy, provoking images through dynamic sound manipulation, natural field recordings, and amorphous melody. Two of the most groundbreaking Ambient outfits include the Orb and Global Communication, both of which have had a huge impact on the genre since their seminal releases in the early '90s.

Notable Artists: the Orb, Global Communication, Ulf Lohmann