Experimental techno, also known as Intelligent dance music (IDM). This is music composed digitally, creating sounds from bits rather than with bits and the instrument of choice of most IDM artists is a laptop computer. Typical artists include: Telefon Tel Aviv, Boards Of Canada, Autechre, Aphex Twin, Mu-ziq, Black Dog, Cex, Ulrich Schnauss, and Album Leaf.
SomaFM is a listener-supported, commercial-free online radio station broadcasting over 30 unique channels of underground and alternative music. All music is hand-picked by their DJs and music directors, featuring a wide variety of genres from ambient and electronic to indie pop, metal, and jazz. The station is currently in its April fundraising drive, seeking donations to meet its monthly budget.