Analyze and classify music genres, subgenres, and micro-genres with deep knowledge of characteristics, history, and relationships for accurate style specification
name: genre-analysis
description: Analyze and classify music genres, subgenres, and micro-genres with deep knowledge of characteristics, history, and relationships for accurate style specification
allowed-tools: Read, Write, Edit, WebSearch, WebFetch
id: SK-MAC-006
Genre Analysis
Provide deep genre classification and analysis for accurate music style specification.
Overview
This skill provides comprehensive genre knowledge for precise musical categorization. It encompasses genre taxonomy, historical context, characteristic identification, fusion analysis, and platform-specific genre tagging.
Capabilities
Genre Taxonomy
Classify primary genres accurately
Identify secondary genre influences
Specify subgenres and micro-genres
Map genre relationships
Understand genre evolution
Characteristic Identification
Identify sonic signatures per genre
Recognize typical instrumentation
Define tempo and rhythm patterns
Note production conventions
Describe vocal approaches
Historical Context
Trace genre origins and development
Identify key artists and albums
Map era-specific characteristics
Understand regional variations
Note cultural contexts
Fusion Analysis
Identify compatible genre combinations
Describe fusion techniques
Note successful hybrid examples
Avoid genre clashes
Create coherent blends
Platform Tagging
Know Suno-specific genre tags
Understand Udio genre vocabulary
Map internal tags to platform terms
Optimize for AI interpretation
Genre Reference Database
Electronic
Subgenre
BPM
Characteristics
Era
House
120-130
Four-on-floor, synth stabs
1980s+
Techno
130-150
Mechanical, industrial
1980s+
Drum & Bass
160-180
Breakbeats, heavy bass
1990s+
Dubstep
140
Wobble bass, half-time
2000s+
Ambient
60-100
Atmospheric, textural
1970s+
Synthwave
80-120
Retro synths, 80s homage
2000s+
IDM
90-160
Complex, experimental
1990s+
Trance
130-150
Melodic, euphoric
1990s+
Rock
Subgenre
BPM
Characteristics
Era
Classic Rock
100-140
Guitar-driven, blues-influenced
1960s-70s
Punk
140-200
Fast, raw, simple
1970s+
Grunge
100-140
Heavy, distorted, angsty
1990s
Indie Rock
100-140
DIY aesthetic, alternative
1980s+
Post-Rock
80-130
Atmospheric, crescendos
1990s+
Shoegaze
80-120
Layered guitars, reverb
1980s-90s
Metal
100-200+
Heavy, distorted
1970s+
Hip-Hop/R&B
Subgenre
BPM
Characteristics
Era
Boom Bap
85-100
Sampled drums, breaks
1980s-90s
Trap
100-175
808s, hi-hats, dark
2010s+
Lo-fi Hip-Hop
70-90
Relaxed, jazzy samples
2010s+
R&B
60-90
Soulful, melodic
1940s+
Neo-Soul
70-100
Organic, jazz-influenced
1990s+
Drill
140-150
Sliding 808s, aggressive
2010s+
Pop
Subgenre
BPM
Characteristics
Era
Synth-Pop
100-130
Electronic, catchy
1980s+
Indie Pop
100-140
Alternative, quirky
2000s+
Dream Pop
80-120
Ethereal, atmospheric
1980s+
Electropop
110-130
Electronic production
2000s+
Art Pop
Varies
Experimental, avant-garde
1970s+
Other Genres
Genre
BPM
Characteristics
Era
Jazz
60-200
Improvisation, swing
1900s+
Folk
80-140
Acoustic, storytelling
Traditional
Country
80-140
Twang, storytelling
1920s+
Reggae
60-90
Off-beat rhythm
1960s+
Classical
Varies
Orchestral, composed
1750+
World
Varies
Cultural traditions
Varies
Usage Guidelines
Genre Classification Process
Identify primary sonic characteristics
Note tempo and rhythm patterns
Analyze instrumentation
Consider vocal style
Map to genre taxonomy
Identify subgenre specifics
Note any fusion elements
Verify with reference tracks
Quality Checklist
Primary genre is accurately identified
Subgenres are specific and correct
Characteristics match genre conventions
Historical context is accurate
Fusion elements are coherent
Platform tags are appropriate
Integration Points
Related Skills
SK-MAC-002 (style-specification) - Genre in context
SK-MAC-008 (production-guidance) - Genre production