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

PromisesNero

Nero – Promises

Welcome Reality, the first album by UK-based producer Nero.

Though he first made a name for himself through remix work, his original album is also outstanding.

This album includes the hit song Promises, so if you’re going to listen to Nero, this is the place to start.

Nonsense feat.Mark FosterMadeon

Madeon – Nonsense (Official Video) ft. Mark Foster

The debut album Adventure by French producer Madeon.

When it comes to French dance music, names like Daft Punk and Justice often come up, and you can feel the influence of those predecessors on this album.

Tracks featuring vocals from Foster the People and Passion Pit are also highlights.

Da FunkDaft Punk

Daft Punk – Da Funk (Official Audio)

Daft Punk’s landmark debut, Homework, from the legendary French duo.

It’s a record with an irresistibly gritty texture, a bit different from the polished image they later became known for.

Born in their home studio in 1997, this album packs the raw heat of the club as if vacuum-sealed—the stripped-down beats are just incredibly cool.

Take in the swell of French house that devours techno and disco, and you can almost see the frenzy on the dance floors of the time.

There are tracks that shout their roots, too, letting you feel the depth of their love for music.

Experience the primal spark that changed the course of dance music with this classic.

Get Lucky ft. Pharrell Williams, Nile RodgersDaft Punk

Daft Punk – Get Lucky (Official Audio) ft. Pharrell Williams, Nile Rodgers

This is the fourth and final album released by the legendary French electronic duo, Daft Punk.

Meticulously devoted to live instrumentation and analog gear, it resurrected the disco and funk of the ’70s and ’80s for the modern era, and went on to win the Grammy Award for Album of the Year.

It dominated charts worldwide and became a shining milestone in music history.

The warm, grand sound woven with an all-star cast is like a kaleidoscope of tones.

Its deeply human groove overturns the image of electronic music and might make everyday life feel just a little more special.

It’s a record you should play when you want to experience the timeless magic of music.

Bulletproof (featuring Harrison Miya)NERVO

NERVO – Bulletproof feat. Harrison Miya (Official Video)

Nervo, the twin duo from Australia also known as Grammy-winning songwriters, released their debut album Collateral in 2015 as the culmination of their long career.

Rooted in EDM while hinting at disco and drum & bass, it’s a sparkling, treasure box-like record brimming with diverse sounds.

The title Collateral reflects the idea that “everything we’ve experienced has built up to who we are now.” Put it on when you want to feel your best, and you’ll be filled with the positive energy that electrifies dance floors around the world.

Share it with someone, and tomorrow—and every day after—might shine even brighter.

HeroesAlesso

Alesso – Heroes (we could be) ft. Tove Lo

Alesso, a popular EDM artist from Sweden.

His signature is those shimmering synth leads, and most of his tracks sit squarely in the heart of EDM: starting with a calm mood, gradually building with beats and rhythm, then exploding all at once in the chorus.

This album includes hit songs like “Heroes” and “Sweet Escape.”

Mosh PitFlosstradamus

Flosstradamus feat. Casino – Mosh Pit (Official Video) [Explicit]

Trap, which has become a massive boom in the EDM world, is a movement that also connects with the resurgent hip-hop scene.

The pioneers of this trend could be said to be Flosstradamus.

Their sole album, Hdynation Radio, has a curious charm: despite its aggressive and ominous sound, it still makes you want to dance.