r/slowcore
A subreddit for fans of the Slowcore and Sadcore genres of music. Discussions and links to songs are both welcome.
How to think about r/slowcore
This community is dedicated to fans of Slowcore and Sadcore music, genres characterized by their melancholic soundscapes and introspective lyrics. Members engage in discussions about various artists, albums, and songs, sharing links and recommendations. The distinct atmosphere is one of reflection and appreciation for the emotional depth of the music, often highlighting lesser-known tracks and artists within these genres.
Confidence 4/5
Audience
Participants in this community typically include music enthusiasts who appreciate slower, more atmospheric sounds. The demographic is diverse, often comprising younger adults and teens who resonate with the themes of melancholy and introspection. Members are generally supportive and passionate about music, seeking to connect over shared tastes and discover new artists within the Slowcore and Sadcore scenes.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes song recommendations, album discussions, and personal reflections on music experiences. Members value authenticity and depth in posts, while overly promotional or superficial content tends to be downvoted. The community encourages a steady flow of posts, with a mix of new music discoveries and classic favorites, fostering ongoing conversations around the genre.
Brand engagement notes
Brands looking to engage with this community should prioritize authenticity and a genuine love for the music rather than overt promotion. Sharing curated playlists, thoughtful articles about Slowcore and Sadcore, or engaging in discussions about the genre can resonate well. However, blatant advertising or attempts to commercialize the community may be met with hostility. Collaborations with artists or sponsoring music events that align with the community's ethos could be more positively received.
Top keywords
What r/slowcore talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
- youtube.com
- youtu.be
- open.spotify.com
- v.redd.it
- i.redd.it
- candlepinrecords.bandcamp.com
- on.soundcloud.com
- soundcloud.com
- nocreastodoloqueescuchas.blogspot.com
- reddit.com
- inabedroom.bandcamp.com
- thecowardrobertford.bandcamp.com
- twitter.com
- dormermusic.bandcamp.com
- sadnaprecords.bandcamp.com
- stoneypointband.bandcamp.com
- npr.org
- twin-leaf.bandcamp.com
- m.youtube.com
- dropbox.com
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/NEETspeaks
- u/[deleted]
- u/husbands_bos
- u/gazinglow
- u/DoggedMeerkat76
- u/charlienovember8
- u/liljmc
- u/Chamade1969
- u/raaam-ranch
- u/LovesToGaze
- u/hahacoolusernamebro
- u/Francis8
- u/slowcourtt
- u/microdreams
- u/Jord3nwl
- u/argykaris
- u/ununtitled01
- u/MaeButArt
- u/cbsound96
- u/Comfortable6
- u/hyjlnx
- u/Subject-Statement786
- u/_frigid_stars
- u/XJ220RACER
- u/Jamie_Penn
- u/aaronrkc
- u/forestpunk
- u/tamarind-cheek
- u/minesdk99
- u/No_Veterinarian5720
- u/Settingsunthrowaway
- u/Ok-Resolution5925
- u/Jedilantern7
- u/BidBest1463
- u/-davis_
- u/inlessons
- u/ImportantSupport8770
- u/AlmostDeadDog
- u/depresiontropicall
- u/blaspheminCapn
- u/mocomopfito
- u/rafayctstk
- u/Hotepzz
- u/GhostwNoName
- u/kabwab
- u/janjensendavis
- u/pewisamood
- u/BrienneOfBarf
- u/pistolwhip66
- u/JmeBounceBounce
- u/Drother
- u/Conwon100
- u/VincentFahey
- u/Legitimate-Ad6106
- u/gnome_of_the_damned
- u/sulokero
- u/schnore
- u/stinkypoo242
- u/Broad_Variety5351
- u/maudedorr
- u/Felyne2000
- u/Realitybreackdown
- u/Big_Jam
- u/ggggg228
- u/luicervan
- u/hoprecordss
- u/Life_Caterpillar9762
- u/cpende232
- u/ffreely
- u/cityprojectmusic
- u/Coma_Cabana
- u/Alitheprophet
- u/ForeverLeg
- u/acrypt_x
- u/theegoobler
- u/ezracares
- u/joesfuckingworld
- u/bed-occupant
- u/MalikTheGeek420
- u/signalstonoise88
- u/Mandogv3
- u/bluenavyband
- u/eliotjnc
- u/ffffuuuuzzzz
- u/Pretty_Primary_1401
- u/screwwillneverdie
- u/Ok__o
- u/AcidGDev
- u/RevolutionaryDesk345
- u/Short_Quarter_8074
- u/magiccatstars
- u/aanowo87
- u/vacuumnoise
- u/drone__alone
- u/OkCommunication5686
- u/joey_data
- u/Miserable_Ad_5585
- u/purplketchup
- u/Yawgmoth420
- u/mattosaur
By votes
- u/NEETspeaks
- u/DoggedMeerkat76
- u/[deleted]
- u/AlmostDeadDog
- u/_frigid_stars
- u/Yawgmoth420
- u/husbands_bos
- u/blaspheminCapn
- u/liljmc
- u/mattosaur
- u/charlienovember8
- u/hahacoolusernamebro
- u/depresiontropicall
- u/XJ220RACER
- u/lilfantome
- u/Francis8
- u/forestpunk
- u/mocomopfito
- u/reddituserviktor
- u/gazinglow
- u/RadiantHovercraft6
- u/Jamie_Penn
- u/rafayctstk
- u/Chamade1969
- u/Interesting_Reply701
- u/tamarind-cheek
- u/microdreams
- u/pewisamood
- u/slowcourtt
- u/aaronrkc
- u/LovesToGaze
- u/janjensendavis
- u/hiddenLeafOtaku_04
- u/minesdk99
- u/Jord3nwl
- u/Ok_Ticket_6075
- u/Hotepzz
- u/GhostwNoName
- u/Drother
- u/ununtitled01
- u/MaeButArt
- u/No_Veterinarian5720
- u/safebutedgy
- u/kabwab
- u/Intrepid_Tap7588
- u/UnArbreVert
- u/Notesky
- u/kingkrule101
- u/pistolwhip66
- u/JmeBounceBounce
- u/Illustrious-Exit290
- u/Quiet_Bison6418
- u/vvavva69
- u/BrienneOfBarf
- u/BidBest1463
- u/raaam-ranch
- u/schnore
- u/cbsound96
- u/Vhs4675
- u/anntwuan
- u/Obbie2
- u/virulentchasm
- u/Necrosis11
- u/dickhighswitchheel
- u/VincentFahey
- u/Settingsunthrowaway
- u/renegadeangel
- u/Lostinallthedamage
- u/EnvironmentalDig7493
- u/Buttxtouch
- u/Conwon100
- u/maudedorr
- u/navvthe
- u/wizzycat
- u/cooprevolutionist
- u/stupidplover
- u/DullJackfruit5487
- u/ggggg228
- u/SirIsaacGlut3n
- u/half_past_12
- u/Ok-Resolution5925
- u/Jedilantern7
- u/Broad_Variety5351
- u/pacolinoo
- u/starosexx
- u/RileyChristopher
- u/wasnevercool
- u/Proper-Connection924
- u/yasucub
- u/Comfortable6
- u/BreadfruitNegative78
- u/Sir_Nuplesterry
- u/Bitter-Document6366
- u/Playful-Original-114
- u/angrysons
- u/364LS
- u/Legitimate-Ad6106
- u/air_____hunger
- u/ChefHelvetica
- u/Mindless_Pay_2867
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/[deleted]
- u/hahacoolusernamebro
- u/Vyse
- u/eliotjnc
- u/hotnickelsyo
- u/postpaintboyy
- u/Life_Caterpillar9762
- u/husbands_bos
- u/cmcb21
- u/VergeIll
- u/Stokie610
- u/sulokero
- u/Ooijennnnnn
- u/itsmebarfyman392
- u/dipper1985
- u/nickybhoof
- u/virulentchasm
- u/An_D_13
- u/slingerslug
- u/Skyyg
- u/Transmit_Failure
- u/gazinglow
- u/Ieatbabyorphanz
- u/liljmc
- u/tamarind-cheek
- u/monkeydogfish
- u/AlmostDeadDog
- u/Lostinallthedamage
- u/noireviolette
- u/spookyjim___
- u/Traditional_Rush_827
- u/microdreams
- u/GhostwNoName
- u/JacobdaTurtle61
- u/cbsound96
- u/loveyourselfinsummer
- u/Adef25
- u/Comfortable6
- u/getsomesleep1
- u/CrowBlownWest
- u/jamesismynamo
- u/Guyroo23
- u/disintegrationpoops
- u/Mukavuusnystyra
- u/mountaincentermike
- u/Ok_Ticket_6075
- u/LewisDirie
- u/LowDexterityPoints
- u/FlabberDaggers
- u/ondugglan
- u/minesdk99
- u/Brokenhill
- u/Agent_Gordon_Cole
- u/Desdinova20
- u/MicmotionRecords
- u/ColorMeDark
- u/Stayingmedicated
- u/chrishabachi
- u/luugburz
- u/lukewarm_pudding
- u/shittymusicc
- u/Blue_boy_
- u/razorxchan
- u/JoeMagnifico
- u/This-Nature-4115
- u/ziggy_jackson
- u/PuzzleheadedBee3565
- u/Kenaqj
- u/dinner_for_one
- u/DumpsterCyclist
- u/gnome_of_the_damned
- u/Pfinnn
- u/ThatLaughingStock
- u/saltmeadowhay
- u/milkybrewn
- u/wasnevercool
- u/DoggedMeerkat76
- u/peepoon
- u/flxico
- u/aeszoku
- u/anvil_chandelier
- u/hyjlnx
- u/4doorpickup
- u/angstyauthorboi
- u/yag_ghost8
- u/TearsAreInYourEyes
- u/Legitimate_Cancel753
- u/ironic-cookie
- u/SociallyAwkward_Egg
- u/raphaelvstheworld
- u/That1Sniper
- u/blueeygirl
- u/Bladeluna
- u/Intrepid-Lake-2560
- u/Ms_annalisekeating
- u/grim-jim
- u/purplketchup
- u/aeniamah
- u/LovesToGaze
- u/Green_hippo17
By votes
- u/[deleted]
- u/hahacoolusernamebro
- u/sulokero
- u/AlmostDeadDog
- u/itsmebarfyman392
- u/Vyse
- u/postpaintboyy
- u/dipper1985
- u/minesdk99
- u/Over_Chemistry_5896
- u/dime_st0re_fangs
- u/Ooijennnnnn
- u/dinner_for_one
- u/Lostinallthedamage
- u/FlabberDaggers
- u/spookyjim___
- u/Life_Caterpillar9762
- u/cmcb21
- u/eliotjnc
- u/songofsalmon
- u/VergeIll
- u/Stokie610
- u/hotnickelsyo
- u/grim-jim
- u/Green_hippo17
- u/JacobdaTurtle61
- u/husbands_bos
- u/odetotheblue
- u/CrowBlownWest
- u/ondugglan
- u/anvil_chandelier
- u/Ieatbabyorphanz
- u/peepoon
- u/noireviolette
- u/angstyauthorboi
- u/Torifxct
- u/DummyBoysBackup
- u/Chamade1969
- u/DumpsterCyclist
- u/tamarind-cheek
- u/Brokenhill
- u/Agent_Gordon_Cole
- u/luugburz
- u/liljmc
- u/monkeydogfish
- u/GhostwNoName
- u/sneedlee
- u/Yoyoge
- u/ravedownhittheground
- u/InAFloodplain
- u/jamesismynamo
- u/LewisDirie
- u/slingerslug
- u/Blue_boy_
- u/Transmit_Failure
- u/hyjlnx
- u/YoloStalin
- u/loveyourselfinsummer
- u/Adef25
- u/Lake_Speed
- u/getsomesleep1
- u/Guyroo23
- u/LowDexterityPoints
- u/Desdinova20
- u/nickybhoof
- u/ColorMeDark
- u/lukewarm_pudding
- u/razorxchan
- u/Skyyg
- u/gazinglow
- u/This-Nature-4115
- u/yag_ghost8
- u/purplketchup
- u/PseudoScorpian
- u/localkine
- u/mysticplaces
- u/dinbm
- u/goooooberto
- u/UnArbreVert
- u/Insect-Loop
- u/Postmodern101
- u/foreverablankslate
- u/WoweeBlowee
- u/GuerrilleroDeNoche
- u/cropdusts
- u/cbsound96
- u/Comfortable6
- u/raidraidraid
- u/stars_will_fall
- u/pistolwhip66
- u/laceupyrboots
- u/disintegrationpoops
- u/Mukavuusnystyra
- u/virulentchasm
- u/Stayingmedicated
- u/chrishabachi
- u/An_D_13
- u/shittymusicc
- u/JoeMagnifico
- u/ziggy_jackson
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FAQ
r/slowcore — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/slowcore have?
r/slowcore has approximately 13,067 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/slowcore created?
r/slowcore was created on January 7, 2012 (14 years ago).
What is r/slowcore about?
This community is dedicated to fans of Slowcore and Sadcore music, genres characterized by their melancholic soundscapes and introspective lyrics. Members engage in discussions about various artists, albums, and songs, sharing links and recommendations. The distinct atmosphere is one of reflection and appreciation for the emotional depth of the music, often highlighting less…
What subreddits are similar to r/slowcore?
Communities similar to r/slowcore include r/duster, r/dreampop, r/emoscreamo, r/shoegaze, r/screamo.
Who are the most active posters on r/slowcore?
The most frequent posters on r/slowcore include u/NEETspeaks, u/[deleted], u/husbands_bos.
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