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

In the world of EDM and dance music, there are countless masterpieces that stir the heart and set the soul free.

From legendary albums that took the club scene by storm to innovative sounds like Clarity, these are the gems that set dance floors ablaze.

Have you ever had your life changed by music? This time, we dive into the enduring appeal of EDM albums that continue to be loved across generations.

A thorough guide to Hall of Fame EDM albums and classic dance music masterpieces (11–20)

Peace Is the Mission

Lean On feat.MØMajor Lazer

Major Lazer & DJ Snake – Lean On (feat. MØ) [Official 4K Music Video]
Lean On feat.MØMajor Lazer

A true milestone of EDM that gives you the exhilarating feeling of traveling the world through music! Major Lazer, led by America’s Diplo, released this album in 2015 and set an astonishing record when “Lean On” became the most-streamed song in Spotify’s history.

Centered on dancehall and EDM, the sound blends a wide array of genres like reggaeton and soca, and its many high-profile collaborations also made waves.

The album won numerous music awards and cemented their global acclaim.

Put it on when you need a boost—this is a record that naturally lifts your mood and fills you with energy and power.

Neon Future Odyssey

Neon Future (feat.Luke Steele)Steve Aoki

Steve Aoki feat. Luke Steele of Empire of the Sun – Neon Future (Official Video)
Neon Future (feat.Luke Steele)Steve Aoki

A truly grand concept album that charts a journey into the future, released in 2015 by Grammy-nominated American artist Steve Aoki! This deluxe edition compiles the popular works Neon Future I and II into one, and even adds bonus tracks for a total of 28 songs.

It also drew attention for being used as the soundtrack to the film The Hive, with Aoki himself serving as executive producer.

With tracks that premiered at Tomorrowland, the album is structured like a package of pure festival energy.

Its futuristic sound crosses a wide range of genres, delivering an immersive experience that feels like stepping into a sci-fi movie.

Put it on when you want to embark on an epic EDM journey—you’re bound to discover something new.

So Far So Good

RiptideThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers – Riptide (Official Lyric Video)
RiptideThe Chainsmokers

This is the fourth album from the American duo The Chainsmokers, created as they pushed through post-tour fatigue and returned to the roots of their craft.

For the first time in their career, they invited no featured artists, completing the project solely with their own strengths.

It’s a cohesive work where an intimate, melody-forward sound intertwines with soft, mature vocals rather than relying on heavy drops.

Listening to what many fans have called their best work to date, don’t you feel you can hear the music they truly wanted to make? With introspective, beautiful soundscapes that overturn their previous image, it’s a perfect match for nights when you want to fully immerse yourself in music.

#willpower

#thatPOWER ft. Justin Bieberwill.i.am

will.i.am – #thatPOWER ft. Justin Bieber
#thatPOWER ft. Justin Bieberwill.i.am

Will.i.am, the American leader of the Black Eyed Peas who’s also active as a producer, released his fourth solo album, #willpower, which drew attention for its star-studded collaborations.

The dream-team features with stars like Britney Spears and Justin Bieber are truly a highlight.

Its sound, a superb fusion of EDM and pop, is packed with powerful dance tracks that instantly lift your mood.

Many listeners have likely heard the song that was used as an NBA theme.

With its grand sense of scale, this album is the perfect pick when you want to take a party scene to the next level!

United We Are

Follow MeHardwell

Hardwell feat. Jason Derulo – Follow Me (Official Music Video)
Follow MeHardwell

Hardwell, an artist who has even been voted the No.

1 DJ by DJ Mag and is now regarded as a new king of the EDM scene.

His debut album is United We Are.

It’s a nonstop run of straightforward beats and developments that epitomize the very core of EDM, making United We Are an album that’s practically a textbook of the genre.

Memories…Do Not Open (Deluxe)

Something Just Like ThisThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers & Coldplay – Something Just Like This (Official Lyric Video)
Something Just Like ThisThe Chainsmokers

The Chainsmokers are a popular EDM duo who have released numerous hit songs, including their collaboration with Coldplay, “Something Just Like This.” Their long-awaited debut album is “Memories…Do Not Open.” From the first track, “The One,” to the very end, it’s a wonderful album filled with tear-jerking melodies.

Of course, “Something Just Like This” is included as well.

A Thorough Guide to Hall of Fame EDM Albums and Classic Dance Music Masterpieces (21–30)

Intense

This is What It Feels LikeArmin van Buuren

Armin van Buuren feat. Trevor Guthrie – This Is What It Feels Like (Official Music Video)
This is What It Feels LikeArmin van Buuren

Armin van Buuren, often called the king of EDM and known for countless hits, released the album “Intense.” If he appears at EDM festivals like Ultra, he’s guaranteed to be a headliner, and whenever he drops a track, it’s bound to hit number one on the charts.

He’s that kind of presence.

The album “Intense” is packed with hit songs as well, including plenty of tracks like “This Is What It Feels Like” that make you want to dance while crying.