The Best of 2000s Techno Music

A look at some of the best techno music from the 2000s. Featuring tracks from the likes of Richie Hawtin, Sven Vath, and more.

The Beginnings of Techno in the late 80s and early 90s

Techno music originated in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It was created by DJs and producers who were influenced by electronic music. The first techno tracks were made with synthesizers and drum machines. Techno music became popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

The first techno parties in Detroit

In the late 1980s, the first techno parties were thrown in Detroit. At these parties, DJs would play a mix of electronic dance music and electro. The music was often played at a very high volume, and the atmosphere was intense and often dark. People would often dress in black and dance all night.

The birth of techno labels

In the late 1980s and early 1990s, a number of record labels began to specialize in techno music. The most influential of these was Plus 8, founded in Canada by Daniel Bell and John Acquaviva. Plus 8 quickly became the leading force in techno, releasing seminal records by artists like Richie Hawtin, Jeff Mills, and Joey Beltram. Other important techno labels of the time included Warp (in the UK), Tresor (in Germany), and Metroplex (in the US).

The Rise of Techno in the Mid-late 90s

Techno music first rose to popularity in the mid-late 1990s, and it has since become one of the most popular genres of electronic music. The genre is characterized by its fast tempo, often between 140 and 150 beats per minute, and its use of synthesizers and drum machines.

The second wave of techno parties in Detroit

The second wave of techno parties in Detroit began in the mid-late 1990’s. This was a time when the music was just beginning to take off commercially, and producers were starting to get recognition for their work. The second wave is often considered to be the peak of Techno music, with some of the most well-known and respected artists coming out of this period.

The late 1990s saw a massive increase in the popularity of techno music, both in the United States and internationally. This was due in large part to the work of a few key figures who helped to bring the music to a wider audience. Chief among them was Richie Hawtin, who founded the label Plus 8 Records and released some of the most important techno records of the era. Other influential figures included Carl Craig, who founded Planet E Communications, and Jeff Mills, who started his own label, Axis Records.

These artists and labels were instrumental in helping to spread techno music around the world and make it into the mainstream. In Detroit, this led to a second wave of techno parties, which were even more popular than the first ones. These parties would typically last all night and would sometimes go on for days. They were often held in warehouses or other industrial spaces, and they attracted people from all over the world.

The second wave of techno parties in Detroit was a truly global phenomenon, and it helped to cement the city’s reputation as one of the birthplaces of techno music. Some of the most well-known and respected artists came out of this period, including Richie Hawtin, Carl Craig, and Jeff Mills. These artists helped to spread techno music around the world and make it into the mainstream.

The internationalization of techno

In the 1990s, techno music spread throughout the world, often attached to the rave culture that developed in the wake of acid house. Techno entered Eastern Europe and Asia relatively late compared to other dance music genres, but by the early 2000s it had produced scenes and stars in countries as far-flung as Japan, Israel, and South Africa. The music’s global popularity was also boosted by a number of compilations and mix albums that introduced it to new audiences; chief among these were Dave Clarke’s World Series (1999), a three-disc set that surveyed techno’s history up to that point, and Richie Hawtin’s Decks, EFX & 909 (1998), a mix album showcasing his minimalist style.

Techno in the 2000s

Techno music saw a resurgence in the 2000s, with artists like David Guetta, Tiesto, and Armin van Buuren becoming household names. The genre had its origins in the underground rave scene of the early 1990s, and by the 2000s, it had become one of the most popular genres of electronic dance music.

The third wave of techno parties in Detroit

The third wave of techno parties in Detroit began in the early 2000s and continued into the 2010s. These parties were often hosted in warehouses and were known for their underground, DIY vibe. Many of these parties were organized by women and queer people of color, and they served as safe spaces for marginalized communities. This wave of techno parties was incredibly important in shaping the sound of Detroit techno and giving rise to some of the scene’s most iconic DJs and producers.

The global popularity of techno

In the late 1990s and early 2000s, techno achieved mainstream popularity in Europe as well as great acclaim. By the mid 2000s, the genre was also widely popular in South America and Asia, particularly in countries such as Peru, Chile, Japan, and China. In the United States, techno achieved some mainstream success durings its second wave in the early 2000s. The popularity of techno music continued to grow throughout the world in the 2010s.

The rise of electronic dance music (EDM) in the 2010s coincided with a renewed interest in techno music. Many people who were not familiar with techno became interested in the genre due to its heavy presence in EDM. In recent years, techno has seen a resurgence in popularity, with many young people attending techno clubs and festivals around the world.