The Aesthetics of Repetition: Iconic Minimal Techno Tracks. Recommended Popular Songs

If you’re not very familiar with music, the word “minimal” might make you think of terms like “minimalist.”

Minimal techno—the focus of this article—is an evolution of techno music, characterized by repeating a single pattern with the fewest possible sounds.

It’s not always the case that minimal music from contemporary classical is the foundation; many artists naturally adopted a minimal style on their own.

Because the genre of minimal techno is quite subdivided, in this piece we’ve gathered standout tracks that fall under the broader sense of “minimal techno.”

Beginners are welcome—enjoy!