Top Electronic Dance Music of 2016

A look at the top electronic dance music of 2016. These are the tunes that got us moving and shaking on the dance floor.

Introduction

Electronic dance music has come a long way since its humble beginnings in the underground club scene. What was once a niche genre of music is now enjoyed by millions of people all over the world.

There are many different sub-genres of EDM, but the two most popular are house and techno. House music is characterized by a 4/4 time signature, thumping basslines, and catchy melodies. Techno is a more experimental genre that often incorporates elements of industrial and acid house music.

No matter what your taste in EDM is, there was plenty of great music released in 2016. Here are some of the best tracks of the year:

1) Bicep – “Glue”
2) Joy Orbison – “Hyph Mngo”
3) Floating Points – “Nuits Sonores”
4) Moderat – “Reminder”
5) Glass Animals – “Life Itself”
6) Underworld – “I Exhale”
7) TheChemicalBrothers – “Sometimes I Feel So Deserted”
8) LaurentGarnier – “Wake Up”
9) Skream – “You Know, Right?”
10) Jamie xx – “Gosh”

What is Electronic Dance Music?

Electronic Dance Music, or EDM as it’s commonly called, has ballooned from a niche genre to become one of the most popular forms of music in the world. It has taken the place of rock music as the soundtrack to our lives, and its influence can be heard in everything from pop music to hip-hop.

But what exactly is EDM? It’s a question that even diehard fans can have trouble answering, because the genre is so diverse and ever-changing. At its core, EDM is simply music that is produced electronically. This means that it can come in many different styles, including house, trance, dubstep, techno and more.

EDM is often characterized by its high energy beat which can make it perfect for dancing. But not all EDM is created equal – some producers are more concerned with making catchy hooks or creating a chilled-out atmosphere than making you want to hit the dancefloor.

Despite its reputation as being “ rave music”, EDM has actually been around for decades. It first gained popularity in the clubs of Europe in the 1980s, before exploding into the mainstream with hits like “Gangnam Style” and “Levels” in recent years.

If you’re new to EDM, or just looking for some good tunes to add to your collection, check out our list of the top electronic dance songs of 2016.

The Best Electronic Dance Music of 2016

2016 was a great year for electronic dance music. There were so many great songs released that it was hard to keep track of them all. In this article, we will countdown the top 10 electronic dance songs of 2016.

Skrillex

One of the most popular American DJs and producers of electronic dance music, Skrillex, released his much-anticipated album, Recess, in 2014. The album includes the singles “Stranger” featuring KillaGraham, “Recess” featuring Fatman Scoop, and “Doompy Poomp”. Skrillex is known for his unique style of music that often features heavy bass and drum beats.

Calvin Harris

Calvin Harris is a Scottish DJ, singer, songwriter and record producer. His debut studio album, I Created Disco, was released in June 2007 and peaked at number eight on the UK Albums Chart. Its first two singles “Acceptable in the 80s” and “The Girls”, reached numbers 10 and three on the UK Singles Chart, respectively. His second studio album, Ready for the Weekend (2009), reached number one on the UK Albums Chart and includes the singles “I’m Not Alone”, “Ready for the Weekend” and “Flashback”.

In 2012, Harris rose to prominence with the release of his third studio album, 18 Months. Topping the UK charts, the album became his first to chart on the US Billboard 200 chart. Its lead single “We Found Love” topped both charts in several countries including the US, becoming Harris’ first US number one single as a lead artist. He achieved similar international chart success with his fourth album Motion (2014), which debuted at number two in Scotland and number three in both Ireland and the UK; its lead single “Outside” also reached number one on both those countries’ main singles charts as well as in Australia and New Zealand. In 2016 Harris partnered with Rihanna on her seventh studio album Anti: they co-wrote four tracks including her international hit single “This Is What You Came For” which topped multiple major music charts including Billboard Hot 100 chart in July 2016; it also won them a Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at 59th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony held in February 2017.

David Guetta

French DJ and producer David Guetta is one of the most popular names in electronic dance music today. Known for his innovative work in the studio as well as his high-energy live sets, Guetta has been a major force in the EDM scene for over a decade. His 2016 album, Listen, was a commercial and critical success, featuring the hit singles “This One’s for You” and “Would I Lie to You.”

Conclusion

We hope you have enjoyed our look at the top electronic dance music of 2016. This has been a great year for the genre with many new and exciting artists emerging. We can’t wait to see what 2017 has in store for us!