Alan Walker To Martin Garrix: The Best EDM Artists Of 2022 For An Epic Playlist
© Provided by AugustmanEDM or Electronic Dance Music is a large umbrella that covers a wide range of genres of finger tapping music. This umbrella term for about 10 different sound styles is the heart and soul of any party. This type of music is usually played at festivals in front of large crowds who groove to techno beats, trippy melodies and of course lights to complete the techno symphonies created by mixing different genres and matching new beats. Playing EDM is synonymous with fun. Before we get to the best EDM artists of 2022, let's first understand what this music is.
Old-school music fans might think that EDM has evolved and gained popularity over the past decade, but that's only partially true. The origins of EDM can be traced back to Jamaica in the 1960s, when musicians began experimenting with many different genres, taking advantage of the rapid technological advances sweeping the music scene at the time. This practice paid off as "dub music" as it became known and became very popular in bars and pubs.
Just when the world understood this revolution, a man named Frankie Knuckles changed the entire ball game in the 1970s, and with him EDM, as we know it, cemented its position as one of the most popular music genres in the world today. . platforms. . Its appeal is universal and its popularity continues to grow.
Imagine: you're hanging out with your band at your favorite pub on a weekend you want to relax, and a fun mix of EDM songs is playing. How will you keep your feet tapping or your head moving rhythmically? That's the magic of EDM, whether you like it or not, but you can't ignore it, as it is the third most popular music genre in the world according to a report from the International Summit in 2019.
The evolution of EDM, its subgenres and top artists
© Provided by Augustman Credit: Long Truong/UnsplashWhen electronic music debuted in the 1970s, it was limited to underground nightclubs and loud scenes, but it quickly became an important part of the mainstream music industry. It's hard not to be familiar with EDM because there's something for everyone. There are currently four main subgenres of EDM performed by global artists. They are:
House: Perhaps one of the most popular styles of house music, it was developed by Knuckles and is considered one of the first EDM sounds. The music has a Latin soul that emphasizes kicks and drum beats. House music debuted in Chicago nightlife in the 1970s and has never gone out of style.
Techno: This subgenre became a buzzword for EDM concerts, especially in the 1980s and 1990s. Artists Giorgio Moroder and Kraftwerk repeatedly used electronic instruments such as synthesizers to shape this sound. Techno dominated the EDM scene in Chicago, Detroit, London and Germany before the rest of the world caught on.
Trance: The most interesting of all the subgenres, trance music is for people who don't like to get up and dance spontaneously. As the name suggests, this EDM category is designed to put you in a trance. Artists such as DJ Armin van Buuren, Paul Van Dyk, Tiesto, Paul Oakenfold and John Digweed represent the trance train. This style is achieved by creating a symphony of melody and vocals grouped around repeated variations of the same sound.
Dubstep : The EDM music scene is largely dominated by this subgenre today, with artists such as Skrillex, Diplo and Major Lazer specializing in this type of sound inspired by the authentic Jamaican drumming sound with very deep bass lines.
Here's a look at some of the best EDM artists set to rock the world in 2022:
This Dutch DJ has been a hit on the EDM scene since his debut in 2013. Born in 1996 in Amstelveen, Holland, Martijn Gerard Garritsen exploded in fame in 2016-2018 after being named the number one DJ in the 'Top 100' DJ . Mag DJ". As the founder of Stmpd Records, the EDM artist has won numerous electronic music awards at such a young age, including the best electronic category at the 2019 MTV Europe Music Awards.
His current net worth is around $30 million, making him one of the richest DJs in the world.
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Tijs Michiel Verwest, known as the godfather of EDM, is another Dutch DJ with longstanding global recognition and mastery of subgenres such as progressive, future and electro house. Tiesto was named "Best DJ of All Time" by DJ Mag in 2013 and continues to delight fans around the world. He was also a pioneer and inspiration for Martin Garrix and others.
His estimated net worth in 2022 is around $170 million.
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This name does not need to be entered as it is a known name. Without David Guetta's number, neither side is relevant. This French DJ became famous after releasing the album One Love in 2009, and Guetta became the grandfather of EDM. While gaining steady popularity since her debut, her single "I Gotta Feeling" from her 2011 album Nothing But The Best earned her two nominations for the 52nd Grammy Awards.
He is worth around $150 million and has sold over 50 million albums to date.
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Did you know that this masked DJ owns shares in a real marshmallow company called Stuffed Puffs, founded by Michael Tierney? Jokes aside, the DJ is one of the most famous EDM artists and his 2020 net worth is $56 million according to Forbes . His hit albums include Joytime (2016), Joytime II (2018) and most recently Joytime III (2019).
The mystery of his identity seems to have worked well for the talented music producer, as his songs "Happy," "Alone," "Wolves" and "Silence" all charted on the Billboard Hot 100.
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The Scottish musician can be credited for bringing EDM to the mainstream, and his popularity in Los Angeles nightlife is unparalleled. His life story is interesting and so is his music. For the uninitiated, he was a grocery store clerk before his big break with I Created Disco in 2006.
He was nominated not once or twice, but five times for the 55th, 56th and 60th Grammy Awards. Be it Rihanna, Dua Lipa or Sam Smith, he has worked with all the big names in the music industry. His net worth is $38.5 million in 2019.
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The 24-year-old DJ and producer from Bergen, Norway made history in the EDM scene in 2015 after his song "Faded" broke all records. The song catapulted him to instant success as it garnered over three billion Spotify streams and over 3.3 billion YouTube video views. It is also the 19th most viewed clip on YouTube since its release.
Other hit singles include "Sing Me To Sleep" (2016), "Alone" (2016), "Tired" (2017), "Darkside" (2017), "Diamond Heart" (2018) and "Different World" (2018) . . ). ).
He has collaborated with well-known artists such as Ava Max, Noah Cyrus, Sia, Bruno Mars and Coldplay.
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Dmitri Vegas & Like Mike won DJ Mag's Top 100 DJs of 2019 poll . The DJ duo debuted in 2015 and have been going strong ever since. Their single "Complicated" featuring David Guetta and Kiiara has over 130 million streams on Spotify and 75 million views on YouTube.
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Known for his performance at Tomorrowland, the Dutch music producer specializes in great mixes across all genres of electro house, big room and progressive. His net worth is about 22 million dollars.
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Felix De Laet aka Lost Frequencies is one of the fastest growing EDM artists in the world and is set to perform at Sunburn Goa 2022. He debuted in 2016 with the album Less Is More , and since then his career has been on a steady upward trajectory. . His rendition of Where Are You Now is his latest hit, having generated nearly 500 million streams by February 2022, and he also receives BBC Radio 1's Track of the Week in 2022.
He has been a regular member of the DJ Mag Poll since 2017.
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Born Sonny John Moore, Skrillex is one of the biggest influences on the EDM dubstep subgenre and has produced music for multiple platforms, from casual to video games. He has won eight Grammys and is one of EDM's most popular artists, especially with his October 2010 single Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites. important records to date.bu.
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One of the highest-paid DJs, his net worth reached $10 million in 2018, according to Forbes . He will perform at Ultra Music Festival 2022 with Sunburn Goa 2022 from India. His 2011 single "Give Me Everything" is still considered the party's most popular number. He has worked with Pitbull, Ne-Yo and Nayer on this.
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This Canadian DJ specializes in progressive house music, but has also successfully ventured into other genres, collaborating with Buuren on State of Trance and Tiësto on In Search of Sunrise 6: Ibiza . He is one of the world's most thought-provoking DJs, and his Cube 3.0, unveiled in Virginia during the 2019 Ultra Music Festival in Miami, offers users a unique and immersive experience.
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Andrew Taggart and Alex Pall formed the hit machine The Chainsmokers. They are worth $80 million, making them one of the richest DJ duos in the world. His hits include "Closer," "Something Like This," "All We Know," "Don't Let Me Down," "Hope" and "Paris."
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