By Andrea Caccese

Electronic Dance Music is an ocean formed by a multitude of drops. As soon as you think you have it all figured it out, a new sub-genre will pop up in the form of a new definition you have never heard before.

A bit of confusion is understandable, particularly If you are getting closer to EDM coming from different genres, such as hip-hop.

Here we'll share a few articles that will shed some light on the vast network of sub genres and influences that live at the core of EDM.

A quick start with some of the most common genres:

House
The most common evolution of disco, focusing on straightforward melodies and catchy hooks.

Dubstep
Heavier and thicker, with slower tempos and massive breakdowns, as made famous by artists such as Skrillex.

Hardstyle
A lovechild between rap and dubstep.

Trance
A lush and atmospheric take on EDM.

Techno
Cold, precise, metallic electronic music with a heavy focus on drum machines, synths and pads.

Drill deeper with these complete guides:
Complex: A Beginner's Guide to EDM from a Rap Fan's Perspective
Complex: An Idiot's Guide to EDM Genres
Pigeonandplanes: Introduction to Electronic Dance Music: Breaking Down the Genres

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