Top Techno Music of 2009
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The top techno music of 2009 was a great year for the genre, with many artists experimenting with new sounds and styles. Here are our picks for the best techno tracks of the year.
What is Techno?
Techno is a type of electronic dance music that was created in Detroit, Michigan in the 1980s. The style is characterized by a heavy use of synthesizers and drum machines, and is often accompanied by visuals projected onto walls or screens.
Defining the genre
Techno is a type of electronic dance music that originated in Detroit, Michigan, in the United States in the 1980s. The first techno tracks were produced by innovators such as Juan Atkins, Derrick May, and Kevin Saunderson, who were influenced by electro and funk music. Techno is characterized by a fast tempo, repetitive beats, and synthesized melodies.
The history of Techno
Techno is a form of electronic dance music that emerged in the mid-1980s. The first techno productions were characterized by a fast, 4/4 beat and synthesized melodies created with drum machines, characteristically played in an uninterrupted sequence without changes to the pitch or tempo. This style of music was first played in nightclubs in Detroit, Michigan, United States by pioneering DJs including Juan Atkins, Derrick May, and Kevin Saunderson.
In the 1990s, techno achieved mainstream success in Europe and the United Kingdom, with artists such as Carl Cox, The Prodigy, Moby and Fatboy Slim. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, techno became increasingly popular in East Asia and South America with the help of Japanese and Brazilian DJs.
The Best Techno Songs of 2009
This year’s techno music was all about experimenting with new sounds and pushing the boundaries of the genre. Artists like Deadmau5 and Calvin Harris were at the forefront of this movement, and they released some of the best techno songs of 2009. If you’re a fan of techno music, then you definitely need to check out these songs.
“We Are the People” by Empire of the Sun
“We Are the People” is a song by Australian electronic music duo Empire of the Sun. It was released as the lead single from their debut studio album, Walking on a Dream (2008). The song peaked at number 10 on the Dutch Top 40, number 16 on Billboard’s Hot Dance Club Songs chart, and number three in Belgium.
“I Remember” by Deadmau5
I Remember is a song by Canadian electronic music producer Deadmau5, released as the fifth single from his albumRandom Album Title. It peaked at number 51 on the UK Singles Chart in April 2009.
The song was co-written and co-produced by American singer Kaskade. In an interview with Pitchfork Media, Kaskade said of the song: ” Joel [mau5] had made this sick little track and he played it for me. I remember thinking, This is awesome, so I wrote some lyrics for it.”
The song features vocals from American singer Skylar Grey.
“Breathe” by The Prodigy
“Breathe” is a song by the English electronic music group The Prodigy. It was released as their second single from their third studio album, The Fat of the Land, on 7 July 1997, through XL Recordings in the United Kingdom and Mai Tai Recording in the United States. The song was a number-one hit in nine countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia and Germany. It peaked at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 Airplay chart.
The single’s success helped The Fat of the Land become one of the best-selling albums of all time. In 2008, Q magazine readers voted “Breathe” the fourth greatest dance record of all time; Maxim placed it at number eight on their Top 10 Prodigy Songs list; NME placed it at number 22 on their 50 Best Tracks of the ’90s list; and Pitchfork Media placed it at number 33 on their Top 100 Songs of the ’90s list. In 2010, NME placed it at number five on their 150 Best Tracks of the Past 15 Years list.
“Derezzed” by Daft Punk
“Derezzed” is a song by Daft Punk from the 2010 film Tron: Legacy. The song was released as a single on November 22, 2010. The song peaked at number 55 on the French Singles Chart.
“One More Time” by Daft Punk
“One More Time” is a song by French electronic music duo Daft Punk, first released as a single on 30 October 2000 and later included in their 2001 album Discovery. It was written by the duo and sung by lead singer Thomas Bangalter. The song is particularly notable for its vocals, which are heavily Auto-Tuned and mixed to sound artificial.
The single peaked at number one in Denmark, Finland, France and Italy. In the United Kingdom, it peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart, while in the United States, it reached number five on the Billboard Hot 100. “One More Time” was ranked No. 5 on Pitchfork Media’s Top 500 Songs of the 2000s list and is featured in several musical compilations such as Now That’s What I Call Music! 16 (U.S.), Non-Stop Erotic Cafe 6 (U.K.), Best of Teen Party (Australia) and Best of Black Celebration (France).
The Future of Techno
Techno music has been around for a while and it’s only getting more popular. The top techno music of 2009 includes a mix of older and newer songs. This list features the top techno songs of 2009.
Where is the genre headed?
Techno music has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, with artists like Skrillex and Marshmello becoming household names. But where is the genre headed?
Most experts agree that the future of techno lies in its ability to cross over into other genres. Techno has always had a strong influence on genres like house and trance, and this is likely to continue. While some purists may object to this trend, it seems clear that the genre is evolving and growing. This can only be a good thing for fans of techno music.
One trend that is already evident is the growing popularity of so-called “melodic techno.” This subgenre combines the driving beats of traditional techno with catchy melodies and often vocals. It’s not uncommon for melodic techno tracks to be more than six minutes long, giving DJs plenty of time to build up a head of steam.
If you’re looking for something new to listen to, keep an eye on the melodic techno scene. It’s likely to be one of the most exciting areas of the genre in the years to come.
Will it continue to be popular?
Popularity is hard to predict, but if the past is any indication, techno will continue to be popular in the years to come. 2009 was a big year for techno, with many new artists emerging and old favorites continuing to produce great music. Here are some of the best techno tracks of 2009:
– ‘Anger’ by The Prodigy
– ‘Babylon’ by Infected Mushroom
– ‘Breathe’ by The Prodigy
– ‘Elemental’ by Pantera
– ‘Elysium’ by Infected Mushroom
– ‘Exhale’ by Covenant
– ‘Falling Down’ by Remix Artist Collective
– ‘In Silico’ by Pendulum
– ‘Komor Kommando – Komor Kommando Remix’ by Combichrist
– ‘Leaving Babylon’ by Juno Reactor
