is a subgenre of post-punk that blends gothic rock with elements of punk, often featuring dark, atmospheric sounds and theatrical, macabre themes. Emerging in the late 1970s and early 1980s, it draws influences from bands like Bauhaus, Christian Death, and Siouxsie and the Banshees. Known for its eerie, haunting melodies and nihilistic lyrics, deathrock remains a vital influence on gothic and alternative music scenes.
