In an era where musical boundaries blur and listeners embrace eclectic playlists, genre-fluid art is the new frontier. Unlike “open-format” artists willing to play anything for the dance floor, genre‑fluid creators craft cohesive musical narratives that freely mix styles while maintaining a distinct identity.
This isn’t just mashups or genre-hopping—it’s an intentional tapestry of mood, texture, and energy, pulling from diverse genres and styles to resonate with the moment. It’s the natural evolution of music consumption—thanks to streaming, mindful curation, and shifting identity—in which artists and audiences evolve together according to a distinct narrative shaped by lyrics, melody, and rhythm.
4EVER Genre-Fluid, our sonic mantra, captures this spirit: it’s a space in the MISFITS LOS ANGELES universe assembled for boundary-defining sets, hybrid beats, and creators who refuse to be boxed in.
Wonky Petals Radio (WPR), our unapologetically genre-fluid weekly mix series curated by MISFITS LOS ANGELES founder RISSY, drops a new episode weekly on YouTube.
L.A. DJs (ladies first): Want more exposure on your mix? Email editor@misfitsla.com with a link to your best mix for consideration as a guest on a future episode of WPR.
DANCE MUSIC GENRES WE LOVE
A bite-sized guide to the sounds that move us.
💥 Drum and Bass (D&B)
Fast, fierce, and full of energy. D&B thrives on breakbeats around 170 BPM, heavy basslines, and a sense of controlled chaos. Whether it’s the soulful glide of liquid, the raw breaks of jungle, or the sci-fi darkness of neurofunk, this genre keeps your heart racing and feet flying.
🏠 House Music (All Kinds)
The heartbeat of the underground. Born in Chicago, house is all about 4/4 grooves, hypnotic loops, and soulful repetition.
- Deep House: Smooth, jazzy, and mellow—perfect for a sunset set.
- Tech House: Minimal and bouncy with late-night warehouse vibes.
- Progressive House: Long builds, big feels, emotional journeys.
- Electro House: Punchy, loud, and festival-ready.
- Acid House: Trippy 303 basslines and rave nostalgia.
🌪️ Dubstep
Dark, spacey, and bass-heavy. UK-born and subwoofer-approved, dubstep combines deep low-end, syncopated rhythms, and dramatic drops. From the clean minimalism of OG London dubstep to the chaotic energy of American brostep, it’s a genre built to rattle your core.
🌸 Future Funk
A glittery daydream of the past and future. Future Funk chops up vintage disco, Japanese city pop, and funk into hyper-smooth loops layered with neon visuals and vaporwave flair. Think anime edits, roller skates, and a boombox blasting from a retro convertible.
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