Axemusic

Axemusic is a portmanteau of the words "axe" (slang for electric guitar) and "music". It generally refers to music, typically rock or metal, where the electric guitar plays a dominant and prominent role. It can also refer to the general culture surrounding guitar-centric music, including guitarists, their instruments, and the techniques they employ.

The term often implies a focus on guitar virtuosity and technical skill, emphasizing complex riffs, solos, and overall guitar performance. While not strictly limited to any specific genre, Axemusic is most commonly associated with hard rock, heavy metal, blues-rock, and instrumental rock.

The term is informal and not considered a formal musical genre or subgenre. It is used primarily in casual conversation and journalistic contexts to describe music where the electric guitar is a central and defining element. The exact meaning and connotations can vary depending on the context and the speaker's interpretation.

Axemusic may also sometimes be used in a derogatory fashion to describe music perceived as overly focused on guitar skill at the expense of songwriting, melody, or other musical elements.