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Aug 23, 2023 · The dark chord progressions evoke certain emotions that can be hard to describe but are undeniably impactful. One of these striking chord progressions is the i – VI – III – VII, also known as 1 – 6 – 3 – 7 in the Key of C or Cm – Ab – Eb – Bb.
Mar 24, 2023 · Use these chord progression examples to start playing dark music. Note that chord progressions are written with roman numerals, with each number representing a chord's place in one key. For instance, the I chord in G major is a G major chord.
Nov 10, 2023 · Dark chord progressions captivate listeners and draw them in with intrigue and a combination of: Minor chords; Diminished harmonies; Occasionally twists (major chords) The uniqueness of dark chord progressions lies in their power to evoke a wide range of emotions, from melancholy and sorrow to suspense and eeriness.
Apr 4, 2024 · Today, we'll explore 4 dark chord progressions in Billboard charting songs from Travis Scott to Billie Eilish and analyze what makes them so effective. We'll break down the basic triads and explore how to achieve those darker undertones by using the extended seventh, suspended, and diminished chords.
- What Are Drill Chords?
- C Minor – AB Major
- AB Minor 7 – Eb7sus2 – Eb Minor
- AB Major – G Major – C Minor – Eb Major
- Eb Minor – AB Minor
- G Minor – F Major – Eb Major
- Eb Minor – D Diminished – F Diminished – Eb Minor
- C Minor
- G Minor – AB Major
- B Minor – G Major – E Major
Drill chords are the typical chord types, voicings and harmonic progressionsfound in the drill sub-genre of hip-hop. Most drill chords and progressions are in a minor key. Also, there are rarely any drill chord progressions that are more than four chords. Keeping it simple is key. In this article, I’ve rounded up the most popular drill chords and p...
If there was one drill chord progression to rule them all, this would be the one. C minor to Ab major keeps things simple enough. But, it boasts enough movement and power to justify a heavy hitting beat over top. You’ll hear this one in Lil Baby’s biggest hits, J. Cole’s “Middle Child”, Kodak Blacks “Walk”, and Chief Keef’s “Love Sosa”. Moving betw...
Adding seventhsand extensions to minor chords is another way to bring more color and texture to your drill chord progressions. What’s great about this progression, is that it has a delayed resolution. It’s very close to being a simple two chord progression. The Eb7sus2 delays the inevitable for a brief moment. Slamming the 808 on the Eb root note w...
Use this progression if you’re looking to start your drill chords off on a brighter note. It carries an uplifting emotional feeling. but immediately slaps it down on the third chord. The chromatic movement that carries the root note from Ab to G can make for a heavy hitting 808 line. The resolution to C minor brings the darkness back before resolvi...
This is one of the coldest progressions in music. It’s only two chords, but it can inspire any potential beat to slap hard. Moving from minor chord to minor chord will always create a dark and sinister sound. The riff in Kendrick Lamar’s “Humble” surrounds these two simple chords. It’s very similar to the second progression. but what you’ll be able...
Epic is the first word that comes to mind when playing this progression. The last two chords make the progression feel powerful and satisfying to the listener. This progression is in the track “For Fun” by Lil Uzi Vert. When using this progression, aim to make the Eb major twice as long as the G minor and F major. That way, you’ll have an even numb...
Since I already listed one of the coldest sounding drill chord progressions, it’s time for the darkest. This progression has to be the darkest of them all, thanks to some grim sounding diminished chords. This progression is in Lil Baby’s hit, “Pure Cocaine”. The diminished chord is the darkest chord in music. This is because it’s constructed with s...
You might have thought I made a mistake and left out a bunch of chords in this progression. Truth is, staying on one chord and building up your track sonically can be powerful. Chilling on C minor while using different voices, inversionsand extensions is legit. This will be a driving force if done well. Consider adding a minor ninth on the 2nd bar,...
This one is from Yeats’ track ‘System’. What I like about this progression is how heavy it hits. Having the two chords root notes only a semitone away sets the stage for a heavy 808 bass line. Like the first progression, these two chords actually share a ton of similarities. The Ab major chord actually comes from the G Phrygian scale. So, if you’re...
This progression taps the epic style once more. It actually comes from Radiohead’s track “Climbing up the walls.” I haven’t heard it in any hip hop or drill music yet, but I’m certain it would work. It has a dark but heroic quality to it. What makes it sound this way is going from G major, to E major. The shift between the G natural in the G major ...
Jul 26, 2023 · These are the darkest, scariest chord progressions to haunt a house or bring the chills to your audience. Ready to be scared? Well, bring that popcorn and your guitar because the train to the darkest side of music departs right now. All aboard!
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Creating dark music isn’t all about picking the right chord progressions, but that’s often where the creative process starts. I’ve researched, listened and put together 13 chord progressions found in dark music of many genres.
