The 10 Best Electronic Music Group Names

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Don’t miss out on our list of the 10 best electronic music group names. From Daft Punk to Swedish House Mafia, these are the acts that have defined the genre.

The 10 Best Electronic Music Group Names

In no particular order, here are the 10 best electronic music group names. Some of these are famous, others are more obscure. All of them are interesting in their own way.

Daft Punk

Daft Punk is one of the most popular and well-known electronic music groups in the world. They are known for their innovative sound, creative visuals, and skillful production. Daft Punk has won numerous awards and has been nominated for several Grammy Awards.

The Chemical Brothers

The Chemical Brothers are an English electronic music duo composed of Tom Rowlands and Ed Simons,
who were both born in London in 1965. They met at the University of Manchester in 1987 and formed the duo soon after.
Their first three albums—Exit Planet Dust (1995), Dig Your Own Hole (1997), and Surrender (1999)—are considered landmark works
in the rave and big beat genres, and helped to popularise chemical grime music.

The Prodigy

The Prodigy is an English electronic music group formed by Liam Howlett in 1990 in Essex. The current members are Liam Howlett (keyboards, bass guitar), Keith Flint (vocals, dancer), Maxim (MC and vocals) and Leeroy Thornhill (dancer). The Prodigy first came to prominence in the early 1990s and have since released six studio albums, achieving sales of over 30 million records worldwide and winning a number of music awards. The group has been nominated for five Grammy Awards, won two Brit Awards and have received a number of other accolades.

Fatboy Slim

1. Fatboy Slim – This group takes the cake when it comes to having the best name in electronic music. With a name like this, how could you not be successful?
2. The Prodigy – This group has been around for years and is still going strong. They have a unique sound that sets them apart from other electronic groups.
3. Daft Punk – This group has a unique sound that is sure to get you moving. They are one of the most popular electronic groups around.
4. Chemical Brothers – This group is known for their unique sound and their ability to get people moving.
5. Moby – This group has been around for years and is still going strong. They have a unique sound that sets them apart from other electronic groups.
6. The Crystal Method – This group has a unique sound that is sure to get you moving. They are one of the most popular electronic groups around.
7. Fatboy Slim – This group takes the cake when it comes to having the best name in electronic music. With a name like this, how could you not be successful?
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Moby

Moby is an American electronic music group formed in 1992. The members are Moby, Richard Melville Hall, andts three-piece live band. They are best known for their hit singles “Porcelain” and “Natural Blues”, as well as their critically acclaimed album Play.

2. The Chemical Brothers

The Chemical Brothers are an English electronic music duo consisting of Tom Rowlands and Ed Simons. They are best known for their hits “Block Rockin’ Beats” and “Setting Sun”. They have released eight studio albums, five of which have topped the UK charts.

3. Daft Punk

Daft Punk is a French electronic music duo consisting of Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo and Thomas Bangalter. They are best known for their hits “Around the World” and “Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger”, as well as their collaboration with The Strokes on the song “Instant Crush”. They have released four studio albums, all of which have topped the charts in France.

4. Underworld

Underworld is a British electronic music group formed in 1980. The members are Karl Hyde and Rick Smith. They are best known for their hit single “Born Slippy .NUXX”, which was used in the film Trainspotting. They have released eight studio albums, four of which have topped the UK charts.

5. The Prodigy

The Prodigy is an English electronic music group formed in 1990. The members are Liam Howlett, Keith Flint, and Maxim . They are best known for their hit singles “Firestarter” and “Breathe”, as well as their album The Fat of the Land, which was the fastest-selling UK album at the time of its release.

The Crystal Method

Formed in Las Vegas in the early 1990s, The Crystal Method is one of the longest-running and most successful electronic music groups in history. Comprised of Scott Kirkland and Ken Jordan, the duo has released six studio albums, scored multiple film and TV soundtracks, and played sold-out shows all over the world. The Crystal Method’s signature sound combines elements of rock, hip-hop, and techno to create a unique and unforgettable listening experience.

The Orb

The Orb is a British electronic music group known for their innovative and influential work in the ambient techno and trance genres. Founded in 1988 by Alex Paterson and Jimmy Cauty, The Orb began as a dub / acid house project and quickly gained notoriety with their early singles, “Little Fluffy Clouds” and “Blue Room.” The group has since released thirteen studio albums, three live albums, and numerous compilations and mix albums. The Orb’s music is characterized by its use of samples from other sources, often taken from obscure or unusual television programs, movies, or field recordings.

Leftfield

Leftfield is a English electronic music group formed in 1989. The group was founded by Neil Barnes and Paul Daley, who were later joined by former Cardiacs drummer Justin Bennett. Leftfield is considered one of the pioneers of the big beat genre.

The group’s debut album, Leftism, was released in 1995 to critical acclaim. The album peaked at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart and was certified double platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). It was nominated for the Mercury Prize in 1996.

Leftfield’s second album, Rhythm and Stealth, was released in 1999 to mixed reviews but still managed to reach number 2 on the UK Albums Chart. The album’s lead single, “Release The Pressure”, peaked at number 8 on the UK Singles Chart.

In 2015, Leftfield announced they were working on a new album, which was eventually released in 2018 under the title Alternative Light Source.

Discography:
-Leftism (1995)
-Rhythm and Stealth (1999)
-Alternative Light Source (2018)

Underworld

Underworld is a British electronic group formed in 1980 by Karl Hyde and Rick Smith. The group has experimented with different genres over the years, including house, techno, drum and bass, and trance. Underworld is best known for their work on the “Born Slippy .NUXX” track, which was used in the movie Trainspotting.

Plastikman

Plastikman is a Canadian electronic music group formed in 1991 by Richie Hawtin. The group’s music is characterized by minimalist composition and sparse arrangements, often involving repetitive bass lines and dark, industrial-inspired percussion. Plastikman’s best-known work is the 1993 album Musik, which was ranked #11 on Pitchfork Media’s “Top 100 Albums of the ’90s”. Other notable releases include the albums Closer (1994), Consumed (1998), and Closer to the Edge (2003).

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