| Occult rock | |
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| Stylistic origins | |
| Cultural origins | Late 1960s to early 1970s, England and United States |
| Typical instruments | Vocals, guitar, bass, drums |
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Occult rock (also known as doom rock[1] or witch rock)[2] is a subgenre of rock music that originated in the late 1960s to early 1970s,[3] pioneered by bands such as Coven[3][4] and Black Widow.[3]
The genre is influenced by hard rock, proto-metal, psychedelic rock, progressive rock and blues, as well as commonly incorporating lyrics referencing the occult with influences from classic horror movies to books by Dennis Wheatley.[5] Despite the common perception, it has been noted that occult rock is not inherently gloomy nor dark, although many bands have made music with these qualities.
- ^ Kim, Grim (21 October 2011). "INTO THE COVEN: WOMEN OF OCCULT ROCK". Retrieved 16 June 2018.
- ^ Alisoglu, Scott (6 October 2008). "BLOOD CEREMONY 'Blood Ceremony'". Blabbermouth. Retrieved 17 June 2018.
- ^ a b c Lawson, Dom (24 November 2011). "Occult rock: do you believe in black magic?". The Guardian. Retrieved 16 June 2018.
- ^ TK, Levan (19 February 2018). "Occult Rock Pioneers Coven Hold Unholy Mass at the Regent". LA Weekly. Retrieved 16 June 2018.
- ^ 13 Essential Occult Rock Albums — Kerrang!
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