The Best of 2014 House Music

The year is coming to a close, and that means it’s time to reflect on the best of what 2014 had to offer. In the world of house music, there were plenty of great tracks to choose from. Here are our picks for the best of the best.

The Best House Music Tracks of 2014

2014 was a great year for house music, with some amazing tracks being released by both up-and-coming and established artists. If you’re looking for some of the best house music tracks of 2014, look no further than this list.

1. “All I Need” by Rufus Du Sol
2. ” Apache” by Audiojack
3. “I Got You” by Duke Dumont
4. “F For You” by Disclosure
5. “Pushing On” by Oliver $ and Jimi Jules
6. “Hideaway” by Kiesza
7. “Love Sublime” by Tensnake featuring Nile Rodgers and Fiora
8. “Gecko (Overdrive)” by Oliver Heldens
9. “I Could Be the One” by Avicii vs Nicky Romero
10. “Wizard” by Martin Garrix

The Best House Music Remixes of 2014

It’s no secret that we love house music here at runthetrap. We’ve been covering the scene for over 3 years now and have seen the genre explode in popularity. In 2014, we saw some amazing new talents emerge and some old guard veterans continue to impress us with their productions. With so much great music being released, it was hard to narrow it down, but we’ve compiled what we believe to be the best house music remixes of 2014. These are the tracks that got us moving on the dance floor and inspired us in the studio. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

The Best House Music Producers of 2014

It’s been an amazing year for house music, with new producers and DJ’s emerging and making a name for themselves in the scene. We’ve rounded up some of the best house music producers of 2014, including both up-and-comers and established artists, to give you a taste of the best the genre has to offer.

1. Disclosure – One of the hottest names in house music right now, Disclosure has had an absolutely massive year. Their debut album Settle was widely acclaimed, spawning several huge hits including “Latch” and “You & Me”. If you’re looking for classy, soulful house tunes, Disclosure is definitely worth checking out.

2. Duke Dumont – Another big name in 2014, Duke Dumont first made waves with his track “Need U (100%)”, which topped charts around the world. He followed it up with a string of other club-ready bangers, cementing his place as one of the most exciting house producers around.

3. Jamie xx – Jamie xx is best known as part of The xx, but he’s also an incredibly talented solo producer in his own right. His debut album In Colour was one of the most hyped releases of the year, and it lives up to the hype with its gorgeous blend of different styles and genres. If you’re looking for something a little different from your typical house fare, Jamie xx is definitely worth checking out.

4. Klangkarussell – Austrian duo Klangkarussell had a huge hit on their hands this year with “Sun Don’t Shine”, which was impossible to escape whether you were in the club or just listening to the radio. They’ve got a really unique sound that’s bound to get your feet moving, so be sure to check them out if you haven’t already.

5. Maceo Plex – Maceo Plex is one of those producers who’s been around for years but really came into his own in 2014. His dark, atmospheric style is perfect for late-night listening, and he always manages to inject just enough melody into his tracks to keep things interesting. If you’re looking for some deep house tunes to lose yourself in, Maceo Plex is definitely worth checking out

The Best House Music Labels of 2014

In 2014, many house music labels exceeded expectations and released some amazing tracks. Here are the best house music labels of 2014:

1. Spinnin’ Records
Spinnin’ Records is a Dutch record label founded in 1999 by Eelko van Kooten and Roger de Graaf. The label focuses mainly on dance music. In 2014, Spinnin’ Records released some of the biggest hits in house music, including “Animals” by Martin Garrix and “Tsunami” by DVBBS and Borgeous.

2. Ultra Music
Ultra Music is an American record label founded in 1995 by Patrick Moxey. Ultra Music focuses on electronic music genres, such as house, techno, dubstep, and trance. In 2014, Ultra Music released some great tracks, including “Get Lucky” by Daft Punk and “Summer” by Calvin Harris.

3. Defected Records
Defected Records is a British record label founded in 1998 by Simon Dunmore. The label specializes in house music and has been home to some of the biggest names in the genre, such as Bob Sinclar and Soul Clap. In 2014, Defected Records released some great tracks, including “Love Ting” by UKG could be we continue to support rising artists who have contributed to make this year a memorable one for us so stay tuned because we have big plans for 2015!