The Best Electronic Music Artists of 2020

In this blog post, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best electronic music artists of 2020. These are artists that have pushed the boundaries of what’s possible with electronic music, and have produced some truly incredible tracks.

Best Overall

When it comes to electronic music, there are a lot of different artists out there to choose from. However, some of them are just better than others. In this list, we’ll be counting down the best electronic music artists of 2020. These are the artists that you need to be listening to if you want to stay up-to-date with the latest and greatest in the world of electronic music.

Porter Robinson

Porter Robinson is an American electronic music producer and DJ. He is best known for his debut album, Worlds, which was released in 2014. His music has been described as a “melting pot” of various genres, including house, dubstep, drum and bass, and more.

Madeon

Madeon is a French electronic music artist who first gained popularity with his song “Pop Culture”, a mashup of 39 different popular songs released in 2012. He has since released two studio albums, Adventure (2015) and Good Faith (2019). His style of music is a blend of several different genres, including electro house, synth-pop, and moombahton.

Madeon’s live shows are also highly praised, with his 2016 Coachella performance being nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Music Film. He has collaborated with several other artists, including Porter Robinson, Lady Gaga, and The Naked and Famous.

Best New Artist

Illenium

Illenium is an electronic dance music producer who has been active since 2013. He has released three albums and four EPs. His debut album, Ashes, peaked at number five on the US Billboard 200 and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His second album, Awake, peaked at number three on the Billboard 200 and was certified platinum by the RIAA.

Seven Lions

British producer Seven Lions is one of the most popular and acclaimed names in the trance and progressive house world. His unique sound has won him a devoted following, and he has collaborated with some of the biggest names in dance music including Above & Beyond, Tritonal, and Illenium. Seven Lions’ debut album, Worlds Apart, was released in 2014 to critical acclaim, and he has since released several EPs and singles that have showcase his evolving sound. In 2020, Seven Lions won DJ Mag’s ‘Best New Artist’ award, cementing his status as one of the most exciting talents in electronic music.

Best Live Act

Above & Beyond

Formed in 2000, Above & Beyond is a British trance music trio consisting of members Jono Grant, Tony McGuinness, and Paavo Siljamäki. The group has won numerous awards, including two Grammy nominations, and their music has been featured in films and television shows such as The X-Files,queer as folk and Castle. Above & Beyond is widely considered to be one of the best live acts in the world, with a style that blends emotional songwriting with energetic DJ sets.

The Chainsmokers

DJ duo The Chainsmokers are best known for their Grammy-winning EDM anthem “Closer,” which topped international charts in 2016. Formed in 2012 by Andrew Taggart and Alex Pall, The Chainsmokers have released four studio albums and a string of chart-topping singles, including “Don’t Let Me Down,” “Something Just Like This,” and “Bad at Love.” The duo has also collaborated with some of the biggest names in music, including Coldplay, Halsey, and Florida Georgia Line. In 2019, The Chainsmokers were named the second-highest-paid DJs in the world by Forbes magazine.

Best Remix

As the year comes to a close, we take a look at the best remixes of 2020.

Zeds Dead

electronic duo from Toronto, Canada, composed of Dylan Mamid (stage name “DC”) and Zachary Rapp-Rovan (stage name “Hooks”). They produce and perform a mix of house, dubstep, and hip-hop. they are signed with Deadbeats, an independent label started by the duo in 2014.

Flume

Flume is an Australian electronic music producer and DJ who first rose to prominence in 2012 with his self-titled debut album. His music often features sparse arrangement and organic instrumentation, and has won him critical acclaim as well as commercial success. In 2016, he collaborated with American rapper Pitbull on the track “Heidecker” from his albumClimate Change.

Best Collaboration

In 2020, there were plenty of great electronic music artists who collaborated with other artists to create some amazing music. Here are some of the best electronic music collaborations of 2020.

Skrillex & Diplo

Skrillex and Diplo are two of the most popular and successful electronic music artists in the world. They have collaborated on numerous hits, including “Where Are U Now” and “Jack U.” They are also both highly acclaimed producers, with Skrillex winning six Grammy Awards and Diplo producing hits for major artists like Madonna, Coldplay, and Beyoncé.

Calvin Harris & Dua Lipa

Calvin Harris and Dua Lipa’s track “One Kiss” was one of the biggest songs of 2018, and the two wasted no time in following it up with another collaboration, “Electricity.” The song was released in October 2018 and quickly rose to the top of the charts, becoming one of the biggest hits of Harris’ career.