The Best House Music Vinyl to Collect

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If you’re a house music fan, then you know that one of the best things about the genre is the amazing vinyl that’s been released over the years. But which records are the must-haves for your collection? Here are our picks for the best house music vinyl to collect.

what is house music?

In its simplest form, house music is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in the Chicago club scene in the early 1980s. It is characterized by a repetitive four-on-the-floor beat, a relatively shallow bassline, and occasional synthesizer riffs. The style was initially popularized by DJs who played extended nightclub sets, and it eventually spread to other genres of music such as techno, acid house, and trance.

where did house music come from?

House music is a genre of electronic music created by club DJs and music producers in Chicago in the early 1980s. Early house music was generally characterized by repetitive 4/4 beats, rhythms mainly provided by drum machines, off-beat hi-hat cymbals, and synthesized basslines. While house displayed several characteristics similar to disco which preceded and influenced it, as both were DJ and record producer-created dance music genres that emphasized the use of drums, drum machines, and synthesizers, house was more electronic and minimalistic than disco, emphasizing simple drum machine rhythms and sometimes even incorporating live drums. House music quickly spread to other American cities such as Detroit, New York City, Baltimore, Newark – all of which developed their own regional scenes. In the mid-to-late 1980s, house music became popular in Europe as well as major cities in South America, Australia.

what are the different sub-genres of house music?

There are many different sub-genres of house music, each with their own unique style and sound. The most common sub-genres are:

· Acid house – a style of house music that emerged in the late 1980s, characterized by its use of the Roland TB-303 bass synthesizer.

· Chicago house – a style of house music that emerged in the early 1980s in the city of Chicago. It is characterized by its use of drum machines, synthesizers, and vocoders.

· Deep house – a style of house music that emerged in the early 1990s, characterized by its use of organic instrumentation and soulful vocals.

· Garage house – a style of house music that emerged in the mid-1990s, characterized by its use of hard-hitting drums and basslines.

what are the best house music vinyls to collect?

As with any genre, there are countless great house music vinyls out there to collect. But if you’re just getting started, where should you begin? This list of essential house vinyls will get you on the right track.

1. Wild Pitch Classics Vol. 1
This landmark compilation from 1998 features classic tracks from Chicago house legends like Mr. Fingers, Frankie Knuckles, and Marshall Jefferson. It’s the perfect introduction to the history of house music.

2. Green Velvet – “Flash”
This 1995 track from Green Velvet (aka Curtis Jones) is a perfect example of the cross-pollination between house and techno that was happening in the ’90s. It’s catchy and danceable, but also deep and moody.

3. DJ Pierre – “Box Energy”
This 1991 track from DJ Pierre (one half of the pioneering duo Phuture) is a acid house classic. Its squelchy synth riff is guaranteed to get any party started.

4. Daft Punk – “Da Funk”
This 1996 track from French duo Daft Punk helped to bring house music to a wider audience with its catchy melody and clever sampled vocal hook. It’s as timeless as it is influential.

5. Armand Van Helden – “You Don’t Know Me”
This 1999 track from Armand Van Helden features one of the most iconic vocal hooks in house music history: “You don’t know me! / I’m not just anybody!” It’s impossible to hear this track without dancing along.

If you’re a house music fan, then you probably know that vinyl is the best way to enjoy your music. There’s something about the sound of vinyl that just can’t be replicated digital formats. Plus, collecting vinyl is a fun hobby that can yield some great finds.

But what are the most popular house music tracks of all time? That’s a tough question to answer, but we’ve compiled a list of 10 essential house tracks that any fan should have in their collection.

1. “Can You Feel It” by Mr. Fingers
2. “Pump Up the Volume” by MARRS
3. “Do You Believe” by Delirium feat. Sarah McLachlan
4. “Feelin’ Good” by Nu Yorican Soul feat. India
5. “Show Me Love” by Robin S
6.”Make Me Feel Better” by Alex Adair
7. “How Deep Is Your Love?” by Calvin Harris & Disciples
8.”I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” by Whitney Houston
9.”Finally” by CeCe Peniston
10.” thinking about you”by Calvin Harris feat. Ayah Marar

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