Gothic is a subculture that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s, and is characterized by a dark, romantic, and mysterious aesthetic. The gothic subculture is associated with music, fashion, literature, and art that have dark, macabre, and sometimes occult themes.
Gothic subgenres can include:
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Gothic rock: A musical subgenre of post-punk and alternative rock that emerged in the late 1970s. Gothic rock bands often feature dark, gloomy, and atmospheric soundscapes and lyrics that deal with themes such as death, love, and the occult.
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Deathrock: A subgenre of gothic rock that emerged in the early 1980s. Deathrock bands often feature a more aggressive sound and lyrics that deal with themes such as death, horror, and the macabre.
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Darkwave: A subgenre of post-punk and alternative rock that emerged in the early 1980s. Darkwave bands often feature a more electronic sound and lyrics that deal with themes such as love, loss, and the occult.
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Neoclassical darkwave: A subgenre of darkwave that emerged in the late 1980s. Neoclassical darkwave bands often feature a more orchestral sound and lyrics that deal with themes such as love, loss, and the occult.
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Ethereal wave: A subgenre of darkwave that emerged in the late 1980s. Ethereal wave bands often feature a more ethereal sound and lyrics that deal with themes such as love, loss, and the occult.
It is important to note that gothic subgenres have evolved and diversified over the years, and the above list is not exhaustive. Also, some bands and artists may incorporate elements of different subgenres, making it hard to classify them into one specific subgenre.