Modern electronic music has its roots deep within New Zealand. Early post-punk group Danse Macabre featured synthesizers in their lineup and Donna Summer’s Giorgio Moroder Euro-disco music was widely available here. Synthony in the Park at Auckland’s Domain was an unparalleled mix of dance music and orchestral sound – and was an event which sold-out […]
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It was an extraordinary year of experimentation in electronic music. Dubstep expanded its horizons exponentially, juxtaposing brown note anticipation with high-pitched Legend of Zelda samples and aggressive loudness warfare with Bromst. Dan Deacon marched on in his defense of loudness war with Bromst and made them all take notice with his marathon methodology. 1. Two
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Electronic music can have a powerful influence on our brains. It can increase energy levels, focus and creativity levels as well as emotional balance – but it may also cause anxiety. EDM music’s rapid tempo increases heart rate and blood flow while activating motor cortex cells to make listeners want to dance uncontrollably. It increases
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EDM stands for Electronic Dance Music. This genre encompasses numerous subgenres of percussive rhythm-based electronic music that are meant for audiences to dance to. Such genres include disco, synthpop, house, trance music, drum and bass and dubstep. Some subgenres gained widespread recognition during the 2010s thanks to artists such as Skrillex, Deadmau5, and Sebastian Ingrosso;
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French music from the ’80s saw blurring lines between pop and electronic culture, from Heldon’s gritty techno to Avant-garde Neo Folk by Video Listz; this collection showcases this moment of cultural melting pot. Saint-Etienne’s Metaphor Collectif produces some of the heaviest industrial, Lyon’s gonzo rave revivalism is provided by BFDM, and Pilotwings seamlessly combine breakbeats,
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In the 2000s, several new dance genres made waves in society. Berlin especially was home to this explosion, especially styles utilizing Roland’s TB-303 bassline synthesizer for jaw-dropping basslines that gave rise to spin-off genres like drum and bass. Michael Mayer from Kompakt’s production company played an outsized role in shaping what clubbers danced to. His
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These iconic electronic songs will enthrall from start to finish. Use headphones for the best experience! Sebastian Ingrosso and Alesso, along with OneRepublic singer Ryan Tedder from OneRepublic, joined forces on this uplifting festival hit which has become one of the most widely popular progressive dance songs ever produced. D.A.N.C.E. by Justice At that time,
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The 20th century saw an evolution in electronic music production. Once exclusive to avant-garde composers, electronic technology became widely utilized within popular music. Wendy Carlos made headlines in 1968 for composing Bach keyboard works using a Moog synthesizer – sparking debate over whether synthetic sounds sapped their musicality. The Hammond Organ The Hammond Organ was
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Mid-2010s witnessed EDM DJs become internationally-acclaimed. One such track, Titanium, featuring pop star Sia and continues to generate momentum today. Fedde Le Grand’s “Fast Car” showcases techno’s catchy qualities with an upbeat, infectious beat. Fatboy Slim’s “Right Here Right Now” stands out as an irrefutably catchy tune that cannot be forgotten. ATB’s “Ecstasy” Andre Tanneberger,
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No matter your mood, electronic music has something suitable. The selection is impressive and provides something for every taste imaginable. Techno was the initial genre to break through. Originating from disco music, its foundation lay heavily in drum machines and synths. Techno Techno is an electronic music genre which originated in Detroit and Berlin and
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