Informative Speech: Electronic Dance Music
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This blog post will explore the history and popularity of electronic dance music, also known as EDM. We’ll take a close look at its roots in underground clubs and rave culture, and how it has evolved into the mainstream. We’ll also discuss some of the biggest names in the genre, and what makes EDM so unique and exciting.
Introduction
Since the early 2000s, Electronic Dance Music, or EDM, has been growing in popularity in the United States. EDM is a broad term used to describe a wide variety of genres, including House, Techno, Trance, Drum & Bass, and more. Today, EDM festivals are some of the most popular events in the country, attracting millions of fans each year.
In this speech, I will be giving an overview of EDM history and culture. I will discuss the origins of EDM and how it has evolved over time. I will also talk about the different genres of EDM and the artists who create them. Finally, I will explain why EDM is such a popular form of entertainment today.
I hope that after listening to this speech, you will have a better understanding of what EDM is and why it is loved by so many people around the world.
What is EDM?
Electronic Dance Music, also known as EDM, is a type of music that is produced electronically. DJs and producers create this type of music using various electronic music production equipment. This type of music became popular in the early 1990s and has continued to grow in popularity ever since.
Origins
The first electronic dance music festival was held in 1970 at an open-air location in New York City called Randall’s Island. The event, which was organized by Steve Kool-Aid and featured live performances by various artists, is widely considered to be the first ever EDM festival.
The late 1970s and early 1980s saw the rise of disco music, which quickly became one of the most popular genres of the time. This new genre of music was characterized by its heavy use of synthesizers and drum machines, which made it perfect for dancing. Disco quickly evolved into a subgenre called Hi-NRG, which was even more focused on danceability.
In the mid-1980s, a new type of music called house began to emerge in Chicago. House music was influenced by disco and Hi-NRG, but it also drew from other genres such as soul, funk, and techno. House music quickly gained popularity in clubs around the world, and it remains one of the most popular genres of EDM to this day.
By the early 1990s, EDM had become a global phenomenon, with festivals and clubs popping up all over the world. In 1992, the first official EDM festival, called Energy 52, was held in Germany. This event is widely considered to be one of the most important moments in EDM history. Today, EDM is more popular than ever before, with festivals and clubs featuring world-renowned DJs drawing massive crowds from all over the globe.
Popularity
In recent years, EDM has exploded in popularity, particularly among young people. In the United States, EDM festivals like Electric Daisy Carnival and Ultra Music Festival have become hugely popular, with attendance in the hundreds of thousands. Celebrities like Madonna and Justin Bieber have jumped on the EDM bandwagon, helping to further increase its popularity.
EDM Festivals
According to Billboard, in 2017, revenue from music festivals grew by 8.2% to a total of $1.25 billion dollars. The electronic dance music industry is a driving force in this growth. This genre of music has always been popular with the younger generation. And now, it seems, that popularity is transferring to older generations as well. The average concert-goer is now 31 years old.
Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland is an electronic music festival held in Boom, Belgium. The festival takes place on two weekends in July and has been held since 2005. Tomorrowland has grown to become one of the biggest and most popular EDM festivals in the world, with over 400,000 people attending each year. The festival features a wide range of EDM genres, including house, techno, trance, Drum and Bass, and more. Tomorrowland is also known for its spectacular stage productions and pyrotechnics.
Ultra Music Festival
Ultra Music Festival is an annual outdoor electronic music festival that takes place in Miami, Florida. The festival is held on the last weekend in March and features performances by some of the biggest names in EDM, as well as up-and-coming artists. Attendees can expect to hear a wide range of genres, from techno and house to trance and drum & bass. Ultra is one of the most popular EDM festivals in the United States, with over 165,000 people attending in 2017.
EDM Genres
There are many sub-genres of electronic dance music. The four main genres are house, techno, trance, and drum and bass. Within these genres, there are sub-genres and sub-sub-genres. For example, some popular sub-genres of house music are deep house and tech house.
Trap
The Trap subgenre is characterized by aggressive, hard-hitting Hip Hop drums with layered synths and atmospheric pads. Artists often rap over Trap beats, but the genre has also been successfully used for EDM tracks, as well.
House
House is a genre of electronic dance music characterized by a repetitive four-on-the floor beat and a common time time signature. The tempo of house music is generally around 120 beats per minute, although it can be as fast as 135 BPM. House music often incorporates elements of techno, acid house, garage house, and deep house.
Drum and Bass
Drum and bass is a type of electronic dance music that emerged in the early 1990s. The genre is characterized by fast breakbeats, often with heavy basslines. Drum and bass began as a fusion of jungle and slam. Today, the genre is fused with various other styles, including hip hop, dubstep, and techno.
Conclusion
To conclude, electronic dance music has come a long way since its humble beginnings in the underground club scene. Today, EDM is one of the most popular genres of music, enjoyed by millions of people all over the world. Whether you’re a fan of its melodies, its energy, or its ability to make you move, there’s no denying that EDM is here to stay.
