[Expert Picks] 10 Dance Tracks with Satisfying Kicks

The most important part of dance music: the kick.

It’s often layered multiple times, and because it reflects the producer’s personality, people even say things like, “If you can make a cool kick, you’re off to a good start.”

At the same time, the kick is the key element that governs the groove.

Especially in four-on-the-floor, where it’s constant, if this part is weak, even an otherwise cool track can be ruined.

In this article, Toru Ikemoto—an artist recognized by the minimalist icon Richie Hawtin and an official Ableton trainer—will pick standout tracks with great kicks from a wide range of genres and break them down.

If you’re particular about kick sounds or you’re a producer, be sure to use this as a reference!