The Best New Electronic Music of 2020
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A look at the best new electronic music of 2020. Featuring artists like Rina Sawayama, SOPHIE, and 100 gecs.
Introduction
We are rapidly approaching the end of 2020, and with it, the end of a decade. It’s been 10 years since dubstep emerged from London’s underground and began its ascent to global popularity, and electronic music has changed a lot in that time. But one thing remains constant: the best new electronic music comes from artists who are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible within the genre.
This year has seen a wide variety of sounds and styles come to the fore, from poppier fare to more experimental work. But whatever your taste, there’s sure to be something on this list that will get your feet moving. So without further ado, here are our picks for the best new electronic music of 2020.
Best New Electronic Music of 2020
Did you know that electronic music is one of the fastest growing genres? Every year, new and innovative artists emerge, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with music production. In 2020, we’ve seen some incredible new electronic music releases. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best new electronic music of 2020.
Best Albums of 2020
Whether it’sinfectious synth-pop, entrancing ambient, or mind-bending IDM, 2020 has been a great year for electronic music. Below are 10 of our favorite albums from the past 12 months.
1. Dua Lipa – Future Nostalgia
2. Grimes – Miss Anthropocene
3. Sufjan Stevens – The Ascension
4. Oneohtrix Point Never – Magic Oneohtrix Point Never
5. Hana Vu – How Many Times Have You Been Here?
6. Kelly Lee Owens – Inner Song
7. JPEGMAFIA – All My Heroes Are Cornballs
8. Caterina Barbieri – Patterns of Consciousness
9. Objekt – Cocoon Crush
10. Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith – EARS
Best Songs of 2020
The past year was an eventful one for electronic music, with a number of artists breaking through to the mainstream and established stars continuing to push the boundaries of the genre. Here are our picks for the best electronic songs of 2020.
“Circles” by Odesza
Odesza’s “Circles” is a beautiful track that showcases the duo’s talent for crafting emotional, hypnotic melodies. The song slowly builds from a gentle piano refrain into a soaring cinematic soundscape, backed by thumping bass and delicate percussion. It’s a perfect example of the group’s ability to create intricate soundscapes that evoke a sense of wonder and nostalgia.
“Roses” by Seven Lions & Jason Ross feat. Fiora
Seven Lions and Jason Ross team up with vocalist Fiora for this gorgeous track, which blends elements of trance and progressive house. “Roses” is built around a catchy piano melody and synth arpeggios, with Fiora’s ethereal vocals adding an extra layer of emotion. The result is a powerful track that’s perfect forlost in thought or dancing the night away.
“All My Friends Are Robots” by Illenium & Excision
Illenium teams up with dubstep heavyweight Excision for this massive collaboration, which blends both artists’ signature styles into one booming track. The song starts with a delicate piano melody before dropping into a huge drop filled with distorted bass wobbles and complex drum patterns. It’s an exhilarating ride from start to finish, and one of the best examples of Illenium’s ability to create emotionally charged dance music.
“Lights” by Gareth Emery & Ashley Wallbridge feat. PollyAnna
Gareth Emery and Ashley Wallbridge team up with singer PollyAnna for this gorgeous trance anthem. “Lights” is built around a catchy synth melody and PollyAnna’s infectious vocals, which combine for an uplifting track that’s perfect for summertime drives or late-night dancing. The production is top-notch, as always from Emery and Wallbridge, making “Lights” one of the stand-out tracks of 2020.
Best Remixes of 2020
From house and techno bangers to more experimental and ambient cuts, these are our favorite remixes of 2020.
1.
Tinlicker – “Sunbeam” (RÜFÜS DU SOL Remix)
Tinlicker’s beautiful track “Sunbeam” gets a remix from Australian trio RÜFÜS DU SOL that amplifies the original’s emotive qualities with soaring synths and a thumping bassline.
2.
Yaeji – WAKING UP DOWN (HAAi Remix)
HAAi adds her signature percussive style to Yaeji’s track “WAKING UP DOWN,” giving the original a wonky, off-kilter feel that will get your body moving.
3.
Nina Kraviz – Ghetto Kraviz (EDDIE C’s Remix)
EDDIE C’s remix of Nina Kraviz’ “Ghetto Kraviz” is a deep, dubby house cut that maintains the hypnotic quality of the original while adding his own groove-laden twist.
4.
Four Tet – Teenage Birdsong (orceremony_ Remix)
British producer four tet teams up with Baltimore-based duo orceremony_ for a remix of his track “Teenage Birdsong.” The result is a dreamy, ethereal electronica track that will transport you to another place.
Conclusion
In conclusion, 2020 was a great year for electronic music. We saw new sub-genres emerge, old genres make a comeback, and a lot of great music being produced all around the world. We can’t wait to see what 2021 has in store for us!
