A thorough guide to Hall of Fame EDM albums and classic dance music masterpieces

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Hardwell – GODD (Official Video)

The dramatic comeback of a top DJ is making waves worldwide! Dutch artist Hardwell has broken nearly four years of silence to release his long-awaited second album.

His surprise return at Ultra Miami 2022 became a legendary set, and this record distills that frenzy into one powerful work.

Pivoting boldly from big room sounds to a darker, more aggressive techno, he achieved a striking evolution—and the album was selected among the year’s best.

Listening to his musical pursuit, captured by the phrase “the rebellious spirit never dies,” is sure to set your heart racing with the new possibilities of dance music!

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NLW – Free Your Mind

Top Dutch DJ Afrojack releases his first EP under the NLW alias, “Unity”! On this record, he returns to his club roots and pursues a more aggressive sound, delivering an energetic body of work.

Distinct from the glitzy tracks under his Afrojack name, these bass-driven, underground-oriented cuts shake the listener to the core.

While NLW has yet to garner awards, the floor-shaking power packed into this EP is the real deal.

When you want to forget the everyday and surrender to powerful dance music, this EP might just lead you into a world of pure euphoria.

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Zedd – Beautiful Now ft. Jon Bellion (Official Music Video)

German genius producer Zedd unleashes his “true colors” in True Colors.

The sonic world he weaves with a diverse roster of guests, including Selena Gomez, is like a grand palette of sound.

This acclaimed masterpiece, which won Best Album at the Billboard Music Awards, is distinguished by giving each track a color theme.

It’s a synesthetic experience so vivid that scenes spring to mind just from the music—truly impressive.

With his classical background, the delicate and dramatic soundscapes he paints are sure to make even familiar views feel more colorful.

It’s also fun to switch the color you listen to depending on your mood.

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Avicii – Wake Me Up (Official Video)

A truly revolutionary album that rewrote the history of EDM has arrived! It’s the landmark 2013 debut, True, by Swedish genius DJ Avicii.

Distinct from the mainstream sound of the time, it boldly fuses warm genres like country, folk, and bluegrass.

There’s even a story that this innovative style sparked both praise and criticism when first unveiled at a festival.

Yet the sound born from his unwavering conviction swept charts around the world and earned nominations for numerous music awards, including the Billboard Music Awards.

If you want to experience the joy of music that transcends genres, this is essential listening.

The melodies imbued with his soul are sure to set your heart free.

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LMFAO – Party Rock Anthem ft. Lauren Bennett, GoonRock

This is the second album by LMFAO, the American uncle-nephew duo who took the world by storm with Party Rock.

The record swept numerous awards, including the Billboard Music Awards, and was even featured in the Super Bowl halftime show—truly a milestone in party sound! The album title literally means “Sorry for Party Rocking,” and as the name suggests, waves of energetic, humorous tracks keep coming, letting you forget the everyday just by listening.

It’s the kind of album that lifts you up with irrepressible brightness and gets your body moving naturally when you’re feeling down.

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Marshmello – Alone (Official Music Video)

This is the debut album from Marshmello, the DJ who has captivated the world with his white marshmallow-shaped helmet.

Released in 2016, Joytime is a treasure chest of tracks that mark the beginning of his brilliant career.

Centered on electro house and future bass, it’s characterized by an irresistibly bright and catchy sound.

Cracking the upper ranks of Billboard’s dance chart, the album also drew attention for its cleverly crafted structure that functions seamlessly as a DJ tool.

Put it on when you want a boost—its magic can make your everyday scenery feel like a dance floor.

Enjoy the experience!

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Kygo – Firestone ft. Conrad Sewell (Official Video)

In recent years in Europe and the U.S., hits of classic party tunes have been declining, and instead a somewhat mellow style of dance music called tropical house has been trending.

The leading figure of tropical house is Kygo from Norway.

His debut album, Cloud Nine, became a major hit and was certified platinum.