2013 House Music: The Best of the Year

Looking for some fresh new house music to add to your playlist? Check out our picks for the best of 2013!

Intro

It’s been another great year for house music, with plenty of new talents and fresh sounds emerging. As 2013 comes to a close, we take a look back at some of the best tracks, albums and moments of the past 12 months.

Best House Tracks of 2013

2013 was an incredible year for house music. Artists like Disclosure, Tchami, and Oliver Heldens brought a fresh new sound to the genre, and it quickly gained popularity all over the world. If you’re a fan of house music, then you’ll definitely want to check out these tracks.

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10. “BDD” by Disclosure
Disclosure is the name to watch in house music right now, and “BDD” is one of their most catchy and infectious tracks. It’s sure to get your feet moving and get the party started.

9. “Gentleman” by Madeon
Madeon is a French producer who gained fame with his mashup of over 70 songs, entitled “Pop Culture.” “Gentleman” is a bit more subdued than some of his other work, but it’s still a great track that will keep you moving.

8. “Get Lucky” by Daft Punk feat. Pharrell
This track needs no introduction – it was one of the biggest hits of the year, crossing over from the club to mainstream radio. It’s catchy, it’s fun, and it will make you want to dance all night long.

7. “Youth” by Talul
Talul is a Polish producer who creates some of the most beautiful and atmospheric house music around. “Youth” is a perfect example of his unique sound, and it will leave you wanting more.

Best House DJs of 2013

2013 was a great year for House music with many new and upcoming DJs making a name for themselves. In this article, we will be taking a look at the best House DJs of 2013.

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1) Cedric Gervais- “Molly”
This French Miami based DJ and producer was propelled to stardom in 2013 with his Petty remix of Lana Del Rey’s “Summertime Sadness,” but it was his original track “Molly” that made him a household name in the electronic dance music world. The track features an infectious bass line and ethereal vocals that come together to create a perfect summertime anthem.

2) Disclosure- “You & Me” feat. Eliza Doolittle
The English brother duo of Guy and Howard Lawrence took the EDM world by storm in 2013 with their debut album Settle. The album featured a number of standout tracks, but it was their single “You & Me” featuring Eliza Doolittle that really captured the hearts of house music fans around the globe. The track is a perfect blend of Disclosure’s signature garage sound with Doolittle’s pop sensibilities, creating a sound that is both fresh and nostalgic at the same time.

3) Calvin Harris- “Thinking About You” feat. Ayah Marar
Scottish DJ and producer Calvin Harris had a massive year in 2013, thanks in large part to the success of his fourth studio album 18 Months. The album featured a number of hit singles, but it was his collaboration with Ayah Marar on the track “Thinking About You” that really caught our attention. The track is a vibe-y piece of deep house perfection that is sure to get your feet moving on the dance floor.

4) Duke Dumont- “Need U (100%)” feat. A*M*E
UK DJ and producer Duke Dumont had one of the biggest songs of the year with his club banger “Need U (100%)” featuring A*M*E. The track, which was Dumont’s debut single, peaked at #1 on the UK Singles Chart and #2 on the US Dance Chart, cementing Dumont as one of the leading forces in house music today.

5) Nero- “Me & You”
UK dubstep trio Nero returned to their house music roots in 2013 with their second studio album Welcome Reality. The album featured a number of standout tracks, but it was their lead single “Me & You” that really captured our attention. The track is a beautiful piece of deep house music that features Nero’s signature brand of ethereal vocals and haunting melodies.

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10. Thomas Gold
9. Fedde Le Grand
8. W&W
7. Hardwell
6. Armin van Buuren

Closing

Another great year for house music is drawing to a close, and as we reflect on the past twelve months, it’s time to take a look back at some of the best tracks that have graced our speakers and headphones. 2013 has seen the return of some dance music legends, the rise of some new stars, and plenty of incredible tracks in between.

Here are our picks for the best house tracks of 2013:

– ‘Sunshine’ by Flight Facilities
– ‘Don’t You Worry Child’ by Swedish House Mafia
– ‘I Love It’ byIcona Pop feat. Charlie XCX
– ‘Get Lucky’ by Daft Punk feat. Pharrell Williams
– ‘Easy’ by Mat Zo feat. Porter Robinson
– ‘Alive’ by Empire of the Sun
– ‘We Are Young’ by fun. feat. Janelle Monáe
– ‘Atmosphere’ by Kaskade