# Musical Genre Mixing 'White Denim' "Fits" Is A Forray into Uncharted Musical Territories By Jacqueline Parrish | Published 2009-10-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-denim References: [whitedenimmusic](http://whitedenimmusic.com/) & [myspace](http://www.myspace.com/whitedenimmusic) Upon hearing the premier song off of Austin, Texas trio [White Denim](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-modular-house-1)’s MySpace playlist called “Mirrored and Reverse,” I experienced a momentary blackout. Immediately the image of a bare-chested, raspy-voiced Jim Morrison belting out Riders of the Storm danced in my head. White Denim’s new album “Fits” is an [acid-rock, eclectic mix of genres](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bochum-welt-js-ep) that evokes [legendary rock icons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-youth-band-tee) such as The Doors, but also brings to mind such popular, fresh and quirky acts as MGMT and ska-punk band The Johnstones. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eclectic Genre Mixing:** Exploring the blending of multiple musical genres to create unique and diverse music experiences. - **Fresh and Quirky Acts:** Embracing unconventional and unique music styles to cater to a younger and more adventurous audience. - **Revival of Acid-rock:** Reviving the psychedelic sounds of acid-rock and incorporating them into contemporary music for a nostalgic yet modern twist. ### Who This Affects Most - **Music Production:** Opportunity for music producers to experiment with genre mixing and create innovative and captivating sounds. - **Event Management:** Organizing music events that showcase eclectic genre mixing, providing a platform for emerging and unconventional artists. - **Online Music Streaming:** Curating platforms that promote and support fresh and quirky acts, catering to the demand for unique and alternative music experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reimagined Pop-Culture Music Genres](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whole-new-sound.md) - [Iconic Band Apparel Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freaks-store-2.md) - [Subculture-Themed Generational Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet.md) - [Brand Refresh Preview Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheap-monday-event.md) - [Experimental Craft IPAs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craft-ipa.md) - [Boldly Bizarre Budget Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/budget-guitar.md) - [Eclectic Electro-Acoustic Guitar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electroacoustic-guitar.md) - [Curated Music Discovery Playlists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niche-mixes.md) - [Rising Rockstar Workwear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rising-rockstar-blondshell.md)