Noise as a Spectre in Dub Techno

Authors

  • Bahadırhan Koçer Student

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12801/1947-5403.2024.16.01.05

Abstract

This article explores dub techno's history and sonic characteristics, focusing on the role of noise as a critical stylistic element. It introduces hauntology as a hermeneutic framework to understand the intricate function of noise within the genre. This interpretive paradigm elevates noise beyond mere auditory embellishments, imbuing it with significant philosophical resonance. The article presents a chronological exegesis of dub techno's evolution and positions it as a conduit for philosophical contemplation. It highlights the enigmatic aesthetic essence of noise, urging readers to reevaluate its role in dub techno and electronic dance music. The objective is to offer insights and promote understanding, encouraging readers to engage with noise as a key component of philosophical and aesthetic discourse in dub techno.

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Published

15-Nov-2024

Issue

Vol. 16 No. 1 (2024): Spaces of Dancing

Section

Feature Articles

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