Many criticized minimalism during this decade as devoid of sexuality, yet not when listening to German label Perlon’s early catalog – from Baby Ford & Zip’s low end “Windowshopping” to Narcotic Syntax’s Spanish female vocal, its first-rate seduction music. Etta James’ 1962 classic remains an infectious dance floor classic and this sensuous and soulful remix […]
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Dubstep, or electronic dance music with heavy bass frequencies, originated in London during the late ’90s and is characterized by half-tempo beat patterns with an emphasis on bass frequencies. Dubstep music draws inspiration from genres like Jungle, Drum ‘n Bass and 2-Step Garage, with early releases often including a bass drop that disrupts its regular
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There were various developments which ultimately contributed to modern electronic music. Audio-frequency technology had advanced so much that sine and square wave generators, amplifiers, quality control equipment, filter circuits and loudspeakers were readily available for purchase. Radiodiffusion Francaise (RDF) broadcast composer Pierre Schaeffer’s Etude aux chemins de fer on 5 October 1948, marking its debut
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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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Since that first performance in 2001, Umfang has gone on to conquer Berghain and help end New York City’s outdated dance law; Sherelle mesmerised Boiler Room audiences with her minimal footwork; while Mumdance set the bar high with their instrumental take on grime music. Digital technology has revolutionized music composition. Playlist culture has transformed DJing
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DJ-created dance club music varies significantly by genre – techno, trance, bass music and others all fall under this genre umbrella. Beats Per Minute (BPM) measures the tempo of a song. Distortion – Distortion is a sonic effect which adds extra harmonics to sound waves, typically for more full or aggressive soundscapes. There are various
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While early rock was at its height, several composers began exploring electronic music for the first time. Dockstader made his mark as an electronic music pioneer with 1964’s Quatermass, using vast libraries of source recordings to compose an original work that challenged traditional musical form. Tangerine Dream Edgar Froese established Tangerine Dream in September 1967
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Modern electronic music production involves computers as its centerpiece, perhaps lending it a less familiar and glamorous image than playing an instrument or drum kit. Once a producer has identified an excellent musical idea, they’ll start crafting its broad structure and arrangement – this step is central to creating a good song. Live shows Performers
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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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EDM emerged as an increasingly popular genre during the early 2000s. A variety of new styles emerged, such as drum and bass (initially called jungle), which combined hip-hop breakbeats to house tempo while anchoring them with dub reggae-influenced bass patterns (notable practitioners include Roni Size, Goldie and dBridge & Instra:mental). Kraftwerk’s synth-heavy “krautrock”, alongside works
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