Skyrocketing in popularity! Spotlight on promising recommended DJs [2020]
What kind of dance music do you like? If you’ve found your way to this article, you’re probably tuned into the latest trends—someone who keeps their antenna up and thinks, “Which DJ is going to blow up next in 2020?” A true music fan who faces music head-on! In this article, we’ll introduce recommended DJs: from newcomers who might break out in 2020 to rising stars we expect to be absolutely killing it again this year.
We’ve deliberately chosen artists across different genres.
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Trending rapidly! Recommended up-and-coming DJs to watch [2020] (1–10)
Deadman (prod. by Mark The Beast & Nitepunk)Nitepunk
Night Punk is a duo from New York made up of Peekaboo and Pixel Terror.
Their achievements are undeniable, with long-running hits on dance-music download sites like Beatport.
This track is classic, straight-ahead dubstep.
It may not break new ground, but it goes straight for the jugular—the production quality is high, and it sounds awesome.
Starry NightPeggy Gou
Korea’s top charismatic female house DJ! Officially supported by Louis Vuitton, she draws attention for her model-like, cute looks, but what deserves the most attention is her songwriting sense.
Her house music is simple and rooted in tradition.
Her unadorned, natural approach to engaging with music is praised for its great taste.
Bad (Feat. Boogie T)Sam Lamar
It might be hard to believe in Japan, but overseas there seems to be demand for suddenly incorporating cinematic, horror elements right at a festival’s peak time.
He’s also a new hope in the industrial, bass-driven scene.
Doesn’t this track bring back the shock we felt when Skrillex and Diplo first burst onto the scene? That’s how I feel—how about you?
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Summer of Love (Alan Fitzpatrick Remix)Alan Fitzpatrick
Originally, they drew attention with releases on prestigious underground techno labels like Drumcode, but recently they’ve made waves with releases that lean toward more upbeat house.
They’ve been attracting even more attention by performing at massive outdoor festivals, and expectations for their continued success are growing.
This track also has a catchy sound that seems likely to win over fans of tech house and future house.
Love Thang (feat. Ookay)YDG
A future bass DJ and producer with punk and emo rock roots.
He’s followed by tens of thousands on SoundCloud and social media, and many say he’s on the verge of breaking through.
His tracks are melodic as well.
In recent years, the key to a dance music breakout has largely come down to having a keen sense for top-line elements.
Paradise (Feat. Insight)Rossi
Rossi’s set is inspired by tech house that emphasizes minimal grooves, a style rapidly gaining popularity across Europe.
His work has a subtly jazzy, stylish flair, with soulful basslines as a defining feature.
Musically, he draws inspiration from the sounds of Archie Hamilton, Rosko & Jevanni, and Michael James.
Terminal SlamSquarepusher
Squarepusher has returned to Japan for the first time in five years, releasing a solo tour and an album.
An artist from Cornwall, England, he rose to global prominence around the same time as Aphex Twin and is now a seasoned veteran, but in 2020 his new endeavors are drawing attention.
He has enlisted Japan’s renowned visual artist Daito Manabe and is showing a strong commitment to his music videos.
Perhaps he found inspiration in Japan, which is in the spotlight with the Tokyo Olympics? Anticipation among fans is mounting for his live shows and more.