UK Electronic Dance Music: The Top Tracks of 2019
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A look at the best UK electronic dance music tracks of 2019. Includes links to listen to the tracks on Spotify.
Introduction
In the United Kingdom, electronic dance music (EDM) has been one of the most popular genres of music for several years now. Every year, hundreds of new EDM tracks are released, and it can be hard to keep up with all of them. Fortunately, we’ve put together a list of the best EDM tracks of 2019, so you can make sure you’re up to date on the latest and greatest in UK EDM.
What is EDM?
EDM stands for electronic dance music, and it is a genre of music that is made with electronic instruments and software. EDM is typically made for clubs and festivals, and it is often characterized by its repetitive beats and melodies.
Origins
EDM is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in the late 1980s in the United Kingdom. It is characterized by a heavy use of synthesizers, drum machines, and vocoders, and often has a thumping, 4/4 beat.
EDM began to emerge as a distinct genre in the late 1980s and early 1990s, with tracks such as “Pump Up the Volume” by M/A/R/R/S (1987) and “Rave On” by Second Phase (1989). These tracks were characterized by their use of powerful basslines and drum machines, which became a staple of the genre. In the early 1990s, EDM began to gain popularity in the United States, with tracks such as “No Limit” by 2 Unlimited (1991), “Just Can’t Get Enough” by The Shamen (1992), and “Everybody Everybody” by Black Box (1990) becoming hits.
In the mid-1990s, EDM entered into its golden age, with popular artists such as The Prodigy, The Chemical Brothers, Fatboy Slim, and Daft Punk releasing groundbreaking tracks that defined the genre. This period also saw the rise of trance music, which became one of the most popular subgenres of EDM. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, EDM began to lose some of its mainstream appeal; however, it maintained a strong underground following. In recent years, EDM has once again gained popularity in the mainstream thanks to artists such as Calvin Harris and Avicii.
Characteristics
UK electronic dance music, or EDM, is a genre of music that emerged in the early 1990s. It is characterized by a strong bassline and played at a high tempo. The genre often features elements of house music and techno. EDM is often associated with the rave culture and clubbing.
The Top EDM Tracks of 2019
2019 was a great year for electronic dance music, with a wide variety of artists releasing fantastic tracks. In this article, we’ll be counting down our top 10 EDM tracks of 2019. From bass-heavy bangers to beautiful melodies, these are the tracks that stood out to us the most this year.
“7 rings” by Ariana Grande
“7 rings” is a song recorded by American singer Ariana Grande for her fifth studio album, Thank U, Next (2019). It was written by Grande, Tiffany Monique Wachtel, Victoria Monét McCants, Kaydence Krystal Tomplin, Michael Pmento Locascio, Charles Anderson and its producers Tommy Brown, Caroline Ailin and Andrew Watt. The song was released as the album’s second single on January 18, 2019. “7 rings” is a trap-pop and R&B song with a self-empowering message. In the song, Grande brags about her wealthy lifestyle and reflects on failed relationships.
The music video for “7 rings” was directed by Hannah Lux Davis and released on February 2, 2019. It features Grande and her friends living extravagantly in a mansion while they get ready for a party. The video received mixed reviews from critics; some praised its color scheme and luxury while others called it materialistic. Grande has performed “7 rings” live on several occasions, including at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards and on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
“Sucker” by the Jonas Brothers
The Jonas Brothers had one of the biggest comebacks of 2019 with their hit album “Happiness Begins.” The album featured the track “Sucker,” which quickly rose to the top of the charts. The track is a fun, upbeat pop song with a catchy hook that is sure to get stuck in your head.
“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X
“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X is one of the top EDM tracks of 2019. The song debuted at number 19 on the UK Singles Chart and has since peaked at number one. The track is a remix of the country song “Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X and features vocals from Billy Ray Cyrus.
Conclusion
As the 2010s come to a close, it’s time to look back at the best electronic dance music that the UK had to offer in 2019. From club tracks to EDM bangers, these are the songs that got us moving this year.
