Loudness War

The Loudness War is a trend in music production where recordings are made increasingly louder, often by compressing and limiting the audio. This boosts perceived volume and grabs attention but can reduce dynamic range, making music sound more flat and less natural. The goal is to make recordings stand out on playlists or radio, but excessive loudness can lead to listener fatigue and loss of detail. The trade-off is between immediate impact and audio quality—many now advocate for more balanced, dynamic recordings.