This playlist honors the dance music of 1989. That year was marked by synths and 808s returning to charts while rappers such as Beastie Boys and Public Enemy promoted teenage machismo. House music became immensely popular throughout Chicago and Detroit, producing their own distinct styles. Breakbeat hardcore brought techno and acid house energy to illegal […]
Dance as an artistic form can be used to express emotion or tell a tale, as well as to relieve aggression or anxieties, or connect with the divine. Music often shapes the style and dramatic quality of dance performances. But choreographers such as Merce Cunningham can work without music altogether or in such a way
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Rhythm is at the core of dance music, driving beat, creating tempo, and setting mood. A good rhythm should be strong yet steady without sudden shifts that disorient listeners or cause them to lose energy. Songs with high danceability scores create a vibrant, energetic, and lively environment. Spotify’s danceability attribute measures how effectively each track
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EDM (electronic dance music) has never been bigger. From festivals to the pop charts, EDM is now an irrepressible force in dance music culture. Although dance music’s popularity has skyrocketed, terrestrial radio has struggled to keep up. Clear Channel abandoned two HD Dance channels in 2008 and then, due to the merger between XM/Sirius channels
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The Waltz is one of the most beloved dances performed in 3/4 time. It can be found across genres of music – classical, pop, jazz – from jazz standards to opera. Early in the 20th century a movement to revive folk dance, particularly morris dancing, gained steam. While most agreed with its motivation and desirability
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Breakbeat, drum and bass, jungle electro and UK garage music are some of the more popular upbeat genres of dance music. Breakbeat music uses sampled drum breaks from funk and soul songs pitched up at an appropriate BPM for dancing purposes. Psytrance music blends hypnotic beats with atmospheric melodies and psychedelic influences for an otherworldly
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Dance club music was an integral component of 1990s culture. From ethereal melodies and hypnotic beats to energetic vocals and captivating builds-up, dance music club captivated fans worldwide. Trance music defined the decade and was an unmissable force that transcended genre boundaries. Eurodance acts like Aqua and Vengaboys topped charts with catchy tunes that proved
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In the early 70s nightclubs began hiring DJs as an economical way of playing music tracks. DJs specialized in danceable tunes that could easily be done to – including four-on-the-floor bass drum beats with hi-hats playing on offbeats for easy dancing – leading to what would eventually become known as disco music. Groups such as
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Dance can be an engaging way to exercise, express emotions, and simply have some fun! Plus it provides an ideal opportunity for socialization between participants. Dance rarely develops without some form of musical accompaniment, as both involve rhythmic patterns. History Dance to music has long been part of human culture, adding transcendence to spiritual rituals
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Hip hop music is a dance music genre characterized by rapping and break beats, which stems from its cultural foundation as self-expression through community service and work ethic. Hip-hop originated in the Bronx during the 1970s as an effective response to socioeconomic hardship and limited recreational outlets. Deejays like Kool Herc used turntables to mix
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