Hauntology is a concept that explores the lingering presence of the past in contemporary culture. It suggests that the past continues to influence the present, often in ways that evoke nostalgia or a sense of loss. This idea is often associated with Jacques Derrida, a French philosopher who coined the term, emphasizing how the specters of history shape our current experiences. In art and music, hauntology manifests through the use of vintage sounds, imagery, and themes that evoke memories of bygone eras. Artists and musicians, such as The Caretaker and Boards of Canada, often create works that reflect this sense of haunting, blending the familiar with the eerie to comment on the passage of time and cultural memory.