Best Underground House Music of 2015
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A look at some of the best underground house music tracks of 2015. Featuring artists such as Disclosure, Jamie xx, and Jack U.
Introduction
Underground house music has been on the rise in recent years, with more and more people getting into the genre. 2015 was a big year for the genre, with many great tracks and albums being released. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best underground house music of 2015.
What is Underground House Music?
Underground House Music is a sub-genre of House Music that developed in the late 1980s. This style of music is characterized by its deep basslines, dark melodies, and sparse percussion. It is often associated with the rave and club culture. Many people believe that Underground House Music is the best type of House Music because it is the most experimental and diverse.
The History of Underground House Music
House music is a genre of electronic music that originated in Chicago in the 1980s. It was initially popularized in dance clubs and has since spread to nightclubs, festivals, and radio. House music is characterized by a 4/4 time signature, bass-heavy beats, and synthesized melodies.
The origins of house music can be traced back to disco, particularly the sound of Chicago’s Warehouse club, which was founded in 1977 by DJ Frankie Knuckles. House music emerged out of the disco scene in the early 1980s as a result of DJs seeking to create a new sound that was more stripped down and minimal than disco. The first house tracks were often simple drum machine patterns with little or no melody.
In the mid-1980s, house music began to evolve with the addition of elements from other genres, such as acid house (which incorporated elements of acid jazz and trance) and hardcore (which incorporated elements of techno). By the late 1980s, house music had become widely popular in Europe and the United States. In the 1990s, house music experienced a decline in popularity but made a comeback in the 2000s.
Nowadays, there are many different subgenres of house music, such as deep house, tech house, minimal house, progressive house, electro house, and ghetto house. underground house is a subgenre that is not widely commercially successful but has a loyal following among clubgoers and music enthusiasts.
The Sound of Underground House Music
The sound of underground house music can be described as minimal, deep, soulful, and often times hypnotic. The music is typically produced by smaller independent labels and producers, and has a more experimental or avant-garde sound than what is typically found in commercial house music. Tracks often have a slow to medium tempo, and commonly feature stripped down percussion patterns with heavy use of atmosphere and mood.
The Best Underground House Music of 2015
2015 was a great year for underground house music. There were so many great tracks that it was hard to keep up with them all. In this article, we’ll take a look at the best underground house music of 2015. We’ll go over the top tracks, the best producers, and what made this year so special.
Jamie xx – In Colour
Jamie xx – In Colour is the debut studio album by English record producer and DJ Jamie Smith, better known as Jamie xx. The album was released on 29 May 2015 by Young Turks. After working with members of the London-based band the xx as a remixer and producer on their 2012 album Coexist, Smith began his solo work in 2014. Recording took place across a three-year period in various locations, including London, New York City, Dallas, Reykjavík, Los Angeles and Marfa, Texas. The album’s title was inspired by the experience of hearing colours while under the influence of MDMA.
In Colour received universal acclaim from music critics upon its release. At Metacritic, which assigns a normalised rating out of 100 to reviews from mainstream publications, the album received an average score of 87 based on 35 reviews, which indicates “universal acclaim”. NME hailed it as “a masterpiece” and stated that Smith had “pulled off something rather remarkable: an understated party record that’s also sad, beautiful andCompanion deep.” MusicOMH described it as “one of those rare albums that deserves to be called a ‘grower’, gradually revealing more and more details with each listen.” Pitchfork awarded In Colour their coveted Best New Music accolade upon its release
Jack U – Skrillex and Diplo Present Jack U
Jack U – Skrillex and Diplo Present Jack U is the debut studio album by American electronic music duo Jack U, consisting of DJs and producers Skrillex and Diplo. It was released on February 27, 2015, by Owsla, Mad Decent, and Atlantic Records. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, making it both artists’ second solo album to reach the top spot on that chart.
Upon its release, Jack U was met with mixed reviews from music critics. At Metacritic, which assigns a normalized rating out of 100 to reviews from mainstream publications, the album received an average score of 57 based on 17 reviews. Nevertheless, some praised Jack U for itscollaborative effort between both artists and forSkrillex’s production work on the album.
Disclosure – Caracal
There’s no doubt that Guy and Howard Lawrence, the brotherly duo behind Disclosure, had a breakout year in 2013. Their debut album, Settle, was one of the most highly anticipated releases of that year, and it did not disappoint. The record spawned a handful of hits, including “White Noise,” “You & Me,” and “Latch,” which went on to become one of the biggest dance tracks of the decade.
Caracal, Disclosure’s follow-up to Settle, was released in September of 2015, and it is every bit as good as its predecessor. The album features a number of high-profile guest vocalists, including Lorde, Sam Smith, Miguel, and The Weeknd. But despite all the star power, Caracal is very much a Disclosure album through and through. It’s packed with catchy hooks, groovy basslines, and intricate production work.
If you’re a fan of house music or simply looking for a great album to dance to, you need to check out Caracal by Disclosure.
Tame Impala – Currents
In 2015, Tame Impala released their third album, Currents. The record was a massive success, debuting at number one in Australia and peaking at number four on the Billboard 200. It was nominated for Best Alternative Music Album at the 2016 Grammy Awards.
Currents is a psychedelic pop album that draws heavily from disco and bedroom pop. The album’s lead single, “Let It Happen”, was an instant hit, landing on many year-end best-of lists. The album’s second single, “Cause I’m a Man”, was also very well-received, and the album’s third single, “The Less I Know the Better”, became a viral sensation.
Critics praised Currents for its innovative sound and exploration of different genres. Pitchfork named it the second best album of 2015, behind only Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp a Butterfly. Spin named it the tenth best album of 2015.
The Weeknd – Beauty Behind the Madness
The Weeknd’s album “Beauty Behind the Madness” was one of the most well-received albums of 2015. The album was a commercial success, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 and selling 348,000 copies in its first week. It was also a critical success, with many reviewers praising its dark and atmospheric sound.
Conclusion
So there you go: the best underground house music of 2015. I’m sure I missed some, but these are the tracks that really stood out to me this year. If you liked any of these tracks, be sure to check out the artist’s other work; you might find something you like even more. As always, thanks for reading, and I hope you have a great day.
