The Best Dance Electronic Music of 2018

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A look at the best dance and electronic music of 2018. These are the tracks that got us moving and shaking on the dance floor.

Best Dance Songs of 2018

The best dance songs of 2018 were a mix of viral hits, fresh tracks from long-awaited albums, and artists breaking onto the scene. These tunes will get you moving on the dance floor, whether you’re at a club or throwing a house party.

The best dance songs of 2018 include:

1) “All Night” by The Vamps ft. Matoma
2) “Friends” by Marshmello & Anne-Marie
3) “Havana” by Camila Cabello ft. Young Thug
4) “No Tears Left to Cry” by Ariana Grande
5) “One Kiss” by Calvin Harris & Dua Lipa
6) “Paradise” by George Ezra
7) “So Close” by NOTD ft. Felix Jaehn & Captain Cuts
8) “Solo” by Clean Bandit ft. Demi Lovato
9) “Tell Me You Love Me” by Galantis & Throttle
10) “Your Love (9PM)” by ATB

Best Dance Albums of 2018

The best dance electronic music of 2018 was a year of surprises. In the mainstream, trap and emo-rap continued to dominate, with artists like Lil Peep and XXXTentacion finding widespread success. But underground and leftfield scenes also thrived, with a new generation of club music producers taking cues from Chicago house, Detroit techno, and other classic styles and infusing them with modern ideas.

Here are our picks for the best dance albums of 2018.

Best Dance Albums of 2018:

1. Kaytranada – 99.9%
2. Mura Masa – Mura Masa
3. Four Tet – New Energy
4. Bonobo – Migration
5. Moderat – III

Best Electronic Artists of 2018

2018 was an incredible year for music, and dance electronic was no exception. We saw a surge in popularity for genres like future bass and Melbourne bounce, and artists like Flume and Martin Garrix continued to dominate the charts.

But who were the best dance electronic artists of 2018? Here are our picks for the top 10:

1. Flume

Australian producer Flume is one of the most innovative and exciting artists in the electronic music scene today. His unique blend of future bass, IDM, and hip-hop has won him legions of fans all over the world, and his live shows are legendary.

2. Martin Garrix

Dutch producer Martin Garrix is one of the biggest names in dance music right now. At just 21 years old, he’s already headlined some of the biggest festivals in the world, including Ultra Music Festival and Tomorrowland. His signature sound is a mix of progressive house and electro house, with a healthy dose of melodic elements thrown in for good measure.

3. The Chainsmokers

American duo The Chainsmokers exploded onto the scene in 2014 with their debut single “#SELFIE”. Since then, they’ve gone on to release a string of hits including “Don’t Let Me Down”, “Closer”, and “Something Just Like This”. Their sound is a mix of pop, EDM, and indie electronica, making them one of the most dynamic groups in dance music today.

4. Calvin Harris

Scottish producer Calvin Harris is one of the richest DJs in the world, thanks to his prolific production work and high-profile collaborations with superstars like Rihanna and Kylie Minogue. His signature sound is a mix of house, techno, and pop that always gets crowds moving.

5. Axwell ^ Ingrosso
M Swedish duo Axwell ^ Ingrosso are best known as two thirds of legendary house group Swedish House Mafia. Since going solo in 2014, they’ve released a string of hits including “Something New”, “Can’t Hold Us Down”, and “Dream Bigger”. They always bring energy and excitement to their live shows, making them one of the best acts to see in person. 6 Diplo

American DJ and producer Diplo is one of the most versatile musicians in the electronic music scene today. He’s known for his work with Major Lazer as well as his solo act Jack U (with Skrillex), but he also collaborates with all kinds of artists from different genres including Miley Cyrus, Madonna, Justin Bieber, and Beyonce. No matter what he’s working on, Diplo always brings his signature style to his productions – a unique blend of dancehall, hip-hop ,and electro that always gets people moving . 7 Zedd

German producer Zedd first rose to prominence with his 2012 hit “Clarity” , which earned him a Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording . Since then , he’s gone on to release a number of club -ready hits like “Stay The Night “ , “ Break Free “ ,and “ I Want You To Know “ . His sound blends elements of EDM , pop ,and metal – something that sets him apart from other producers in the genre . 8 Tiësto

Dutch DJ Tiësto is considered by many to be the Godfather or grandfather )of EDM . He got his start spinning trance records in clubs back in 1984 ,and he hasn’t stopped since . He’s played some ofthe biggest shows inthe world including Tomorrowland Ultra Music Festival Coachella Download Festival 9 Armin van Buuren

Another Dutch DJ , Armin van Buuren is oneofthe most popular trance DJsin recent years . His weekly radio show ” A State Of Trance ” has millionsoflisteners worldwide ,and he’s headlined someofth ebiggest festivals onthe planet including Coachella Electric Daisy Carnival 10 marshmello

American DJ marshmello first rose toprominence withhis 2016 single ” Alone ” . Since then ,he’s releaseda numberofhit singles like ” Silence” ,” Friends “,and ” Happier” . He often wearsa marshmallow -shapedhelmet duringhis performances n public appearances which adds an air offun mysteryto his act

Best Electronic Labels of 2018

In 2018, there was a plethora of great electronic music released by a wide variety of labels. In this article, we will be taking a look at some of the best electronic labels of 2018.

-Ninja Tune
-Anjunabeats
-Astralwerks
-Black Hole Recordings
-Critical Music
-Drum&BassArena
-Electronic Elements
-Monstercat

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