After the death of Avicii, it may seem as though dance music is about to pass into irrelevance; but all genres go through periods of decline before reappearing on mainstream radar screens again.
Before coming to a definitive answer, it’s worth exploring why some believe EDM to be dead. Here are some of the main factors:
It’s over because it’s too associated with bad fashion
Dance music became one of the world’s most beloved forms of music during the 1980s, thanks to its high energy beats and catchy melodies. Not only was dance music great party fare, it was also used in films and TV shows, helping it become part of mainstream culture; today it remains one of the most beloved genres.
Recent years have witnessed the emergence of Electronic Dance Music (EDM), which is distinguished by big drops and high production values. Popular among young people, EDM remains popular even today; yet many still prefer house music’s original sounds which have endured for decades and continue to thrive today.
EDM’s rise has coincided with a wave of criticism that has resulted in its own decline and caused other dance music subgenres – like breaks, minimal, and electro house – to decline significantly as well. There have even been reports that EDM is dead!
Dance music has unfortunately become associated with bad fashion and certain types of teenagers, and has also been misused to obtain drugs or alcohol. While this issue must be addressed immediately, it seems unlikely that dance music will completely vanish from society anytime soon.
Eurodance was an immensely popular form of dance music during the 90s. Artists like Ace of Base and Vengaboys produced high-energy hits that made it impossible to resist dancing; their success was powered by hip hop/rap music’s widespread appeal that gave Eurodance a larger following.
Though some have speculated on whether dance music has seen its last days, others remain confident it is not over and continue to consider it an integral part of pop culture – some even organize festival dedicated solely to this genre!
Some believe Avicii’s death signaled the end of dance music as we know it, however this is simply not the case; his death simply indicated a decline in its popularity.
It’s over because it’s too generic
No matter your taste in music, there’s no disputing that dance music has become rather generic in recent years. While at one time every track from an EDM artist sounded unique and different from its peers, now they all sound alike and this has led to less innovation within genres such as trance, dubstep and trap as each has lost its distinct identity and has given rise to negative perceptions regarding innovation within them.
Due to Avicii’s death and market saturation, dance music has experienced a decline in its popularity; this shouldn’t be seen as evidence that it has reached its peak. Instead, this should be taken as an opportunity for some space and breathing room within this genre.
As we move forward, it’s crucial that we learn from past errors so we can ensure dance music remains as vibrant in its future form.
As more artists and bands make a living from dance music, some often get overlooked due to not fitting the stereotypical image of DJs. One such band is Dead Can Dance who combine elements of European folk music with ambient pop and worldbeat flourishes for an original sound that draws influence from medieval art as well as Gregorian chant.
They have released several albums since 1998, such as A Passage in Time and its subsequent greatest-hits compilation in 2005. After touring extensively and recording 12th studio album Anastasis in 2012, Dionysus inspired by ancient Greek god of wine and ecstasy has finally arrived, marking a return to form following a hiatus since 1998. This record features songs that range from dark to uplifting folk-influenced genres of music that will appeal to fans of those genres.
It’s over because there have been too many DJs ’faking it’ scandals
One reason dance music may have lost its edge is due to an onslaught of DJ “faking it” scandals. Each week seems to bring news of another well-known DJ caught using fake beats or samples, and this damage both the artist he/she defrauded as well as dance music itself. People need to understand that dance music is more than bass drops and giant arenas – it can also be an art form.
Reasons that dance music may have reached its zenith include events like TomorrowWorld and Ultra Europe having reached their pinnacle. Events such as these boasting fireworks more powerful than G8 countries’ air forces, Hollywood-worthy production values, and unparalleled hype levels that cannot be contained. Unfortunately, however, all this spectacle has led to dance music becoming unruly; competing to see who can scream the loudest or throw the biggest glow sticks, rather than providing an outstanding show is now more important than ever before.
As with any form of music, dance music risks becoming homogenized over time. While diversity in its artists and audiences is essential for meaningful dance music experiences, if only wealthy white kids with Instagram accounts who love bass drops end up listening it would be tragic.
There are still artists attempting to keep dance music alive, including some producers like Propellerhead. Their Dance Diffusion app enables users to easily create music quickly based on machine learning based on what it hears; creating some truly stunning electronic dance tracks.
Dance music may have received some bad press in recent years, but it remains alive and kicking today. While its popularity may have diminished slightly over time, dance remains an integral component of music industry.
It’s over because it’s too big
Summer brings with it many events of note – from blockbuster movies and major festivals to high-profile events and fashion shows – but when it comes to music, few genres have reigned supreme like dance and EDM.
Thus, many have asked whether dance music is dying out. Although that isn’t necessarily the case; rather its genre has undergone shifts over time. From Avicii’s passing to Drake and Beyonce becoming superstar artists – change is clearly taking place within dance music today.
But what does that mean for dance music? In general terms, it means it hasn’t enjoyed as much popularity; this could be for various reasons including its becoming so widespread as to lose its identity.
Another contributing factor is too many DJs and producers trying to break into the scene, which has resulted in a lot of low-quality music being produced, harming both industry as a whole and labels’ competition over signing new artists – all factors which contribute to genre’s decline.
But even though the genre has become too expansive for its own good, it still has many fans out there who enjoy it. Finding your niche within it is key if you hope to succeed in the music business.
The last reason is the rise of other genres; hip-hop has overtaken rock as the most popular music genre. Folk, rap and R&B genres have also experienced substantial increases in popularity.
Some countries do not appreciate dance music at all; these include most of Europe and some South American nations. Although they don’t want the genre to fade away completely, they no longer find it as appealing compared to when they first heard of it – this is unfortunate considering there are so many talented musicians creating incredible tunes out there!