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Introduction of House Music
House music is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in the 1980s in Chicago, Illinois. It is characterized by its use of a four-on-the-floor beat, synthesizers, and electronic drum machines, as well as prominent basslines and vocals that often feature repetitive phrases and a strong emphasis on rhythm. House music is often associated with the club scene and has been popularized by DJs and producers who create and play the music at clubs and other venues around the world. It has also been influential in the development of other electronic dance music genres such as techno, trance, and garage.
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House Featured Releases
intro_p – Promises (Spotify)
“Skip your cheap headphones here, open your quality monitors or headset, don't hesitate to give bit volume. The sound quality here and the right sound set used here erupts all the beauty of harmonics layers. Listener steps into an emotional diving of grooves that hypnotize him in an endless music trip. Wonderful music from intro_p with -Promises- on Introp Music imprint.”
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Intro_p is back out of his rabbit hole with 2 brilliantly soothing and absorbing tracks for his 9th EP called “Promises”. This EP underlines the common values of humanity, even if we have different cultures, religions, social backgrounds, etc. At the end of the day, we all have similar attitudes towards promises. It is ironic though, that “promises” are made by political leaders to divide us.
Pretty Pink – Come Back (Spotify)
“Pretty Pink with their single Come Back under Anjunabeats imprint delivering stunning sound quality, beautiful trance arp harmonies, and heartwarming vocals. A track that tease your ears as a feather and invites sound freaks to explore the mixing qualities here.”
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German producer Pretty Pink presents her debut single on Anjunabeats, ‘Come Back’.
Pre-lockdown, Pretty Pink was a sought-after name in the international club scene, known for official remixes of Armin van Buuren and Mr Probz as well as an underground edit of Daft Punk ‘Get Lucky’. She also owns and curates her label Wanderlust, as well as the label, podcast and concept live show Deep Woods, which has hosted the likes of Lost Frequencies, Milkwish, AKA AKA and more.
Produced during lockdown, ‘Come Back’ was debuted on her Deep Woods radio show and was a standout moment in her #AnjunaUnlocked set earlier this summer.
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Risen from the deep & dark woods of the Harz in Germany, Pretty Pink made her way through the steaming and raging international club zone to manifest her belief into the most intimate basement raves and the biggest festival stages – ultimately settling into an exclusive group of DJs that have the skill to work both levels of the scene. Her unique performances cultivated a great following across Europe and continue to broaden the horizons of dance music. Pretty Pink never shies away from a challenge as she continues to grow and evolve in her career and in her sound.
Through a regular stream of high quality mixes in her radio show ‘DEEP WOODS’ she has begun to turn heads in underground circles. Within the span of two years, it landed on 30 leading radio slots worldwide and reached 1 million streams via her socials. ‘DEEP WOODS’ consists of DEEP SENSATION and KLING KLANG, Pretty Pink’s self-branded residency and well known event series that have attracted over 8,000 festival guests. After playing alongside respectable tastemakers at a myriad of revered venues in her homeland – Nature One, Sonne Mond Sterne, Airbeat One, New Horizon, World Club Dome and more – her loyal fanbase and bookings began to skyrocket. Pretty Pink has garnered a devoted fan base across the globe through her diverse productions, radioshow and stirring live shows, which launch listeners on an unforgettable musical journey. On stage she is known for her galvanizing stage performances as she continues to impress crowds with her dynamic natural ease, serenity and expertise.
Shifting her focus toward production, Pretty Pink has amply proved her serious talent in the studio as well as behind the decks. Whilst Pretty Pinks DJ sets are very energetic, she also manifests her wandering soul on the producer side. Pretty’s own music has provided her with the chance to reveal a kinetic combination of dark, pulsating house and tech-house, driven beats, and natural energetic melodic compositions paired often with her own vocals. Pretty Pink had her recording debut in 2013 with an unforgettable edit of Daft Punk’s ‘Get Lucky’, which demanded the attention of the scene with massive national and international support. With her clearly uncanny ability to create instantly astounding records she extended with ‘GUNFIRE’ her follow-up EP on Suara, which climbed to #2 on Beatport Deep House Chart of 2016. Pretty Pink possess a long list of high conceptual tracks like RUN, MY KICK, FLURAMA, TRICK, CHANGE on captivating sounding labels like Suara, Armada Deep, Sony, Warner, and Universal. Forming tracks to uncommercial club anthems was her mission, which allowed her unique signature sound to make remixes for Armin van Buuren, Lost Frequencies and also for 90’s tastemakers. Gracing the pages of notable electronic publications such as DJ Mag Mexico, EARMILK, Magnetic Magazine and more, Pretty Pink is quickly becoming one to watch on the fronts of the electronic scene.
Things aren’t slowing down anytime soon as Pretty Pink’s most recent single ‘PURE’ topped the Beatport charts for over six weeks at #3 on Progressive House. The single has even caught the ear of uber tastemakers such as CamelPhat, Lane 8, Josh Butler, Monkey Safari and more who have all featured the single in their sets. On a hunt to envelop and solidify her sound, she jump-started her own record label, Wanderlust Music.
For now, with her upcoming releases, studio sessions, ongoing radio show to residencial performances, record label and a packed tour diary, Pretty’s showing signs of becoming a unique individual artist. Pretty Pink blends a tasteful sound with a twist of madness that elevates the crowd to new heights. With years of experience under her belt, the multi-talented workaholic has created a brand built to last. She will stop at nothing to continue cultivating and developing her sound. Time may pass and trends will fade, but the Pretty Pink’s sound will never cease to impress. Her massive accomplishments only mark the beginning of her future conquests.
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Trenox – Far Away (Spotify)
“Mysterious rhythms overlap with the spatial melody. The feeling that you are in a small room, and the music makes you dance. This is so relevant in our time, because each of us wants to have fun. Do this, boost your joy with this new single of Trenox!”
“Загадочные ритмы пересекаются с пространственной мелодией. Ощущение, что вы находитесь в небольшом помещении и эта музыка заставляет вас танцевать. Она так актуальна в наше время, ведь каждый из нас хочет веселья. Сделай это!”
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Latest House discoveries
Kapuzen – Chemicals (On The Dance Floor)
House groove with a lot of old school elements with a modern sound and production. Catchy vocals that are smoothly placed and arranged to add more atmosphere a... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #techhouse #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @KapuzenMusic TW: @KapuzenMusic
Jesusdapnk x Ivonne Calvillo – Under Your Skin
Rhythmic and very groove house track, with all the old school elements that defined the style in the 90's. Sub bass line and percussive loops, catchy and beaut... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #houseoldschool #deephouse #nagamag #musicmagazine
Casamena x Amma Whatt x Vick Lavender – One More Time (Casamena Living Room Remix)
House vibe and groove with a lot funk elements is making this song very catchy and smooth. Vocals are produced and layered so well. All edits and effects are d... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #houseoldschool #latinhouse #nagamag #musicmagazine
Cadence x Brooke Williams – Be What I Need
Moody and beautiful atmosphere in the beginning changes into a summer anthem with the chorus part and when the beats come in. Arrangements plays so well, balan... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #commercial #deephouse #tropicalhouse #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @imcadence TW: @imcadence1
Idin Gorji x Cafe De Anatolia – Melodic Setar
Eastern themes leads this progressive track with their atmosphere perfectly. Ethno vibes of the amazing guitar themes are perfectly layered into a modern club ... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #organichouse #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @idingorji TW: @idinGorji
Hans Glader x Isenberg – Real
Faster tempo gives the track really good drive and groove. Vocal samples are edited so well, stutter effect gives such atmosphere, harmonic structure and adds ... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #chillwave #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @hansgladermusic
me.ringo – Wet
Seductive vocal is something that pulls you in the song instantly. The way it is arranged, from the verses to the chorus parts and the background edited ones. ... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #deephouse #nagamag #musicmagazine IG: @me.ringo
Fleanger – The One
Almost cinematic, darker and very atmospheric beginning. Beautiful theme in the background is creating some wonderful mood, layered with a subtle but effective... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #deephouse #nagamag #musicmagazine
Markus Homm, Brad Brunner, AG Swifty – The Big Con
Bass line steals the show with this track. It is very funky and so groovy, perfect fit with the groove and a driving force behind the track. Subtle synth house... >>> Read more & listen to this song on Nagamag #deephouse #minimaltechno #nagamag #musicmagazine
Some House subgenres
There are many subgenres of house music, each with its own unique characteristics and influences. Some common subgenres of house music include:
Deep house: A subgenre of house that originated in the 1980s and is characterized by its use of complex chord structures, smooth basslines, and a relaxed, atmospheric sound.
Tech house: A subgenre of house that combines elements of techno and house music and is characterized by its use of intricate, percussive rhythms and a strong emphasis on production techniques.
Acid house: A subgenre of house that originated in the 1980s and is characterized by its use of the Roland TB-303 synthesizer, which produces a distinctive, squelchy sound known as the “acid” sound.
Tribal house: A subgenre of house that originated in the 1990s and is characterized by its use of percussion-heavy rhythms and a strong tribal influence.
Electro house: A subgenre of house that originated in the 2000s and is characterized by its use of electronic and synthesized sounds, as well as heavy basslines and a fast tempo.
Chicago house: A subgenre of house that originated in Chicago, Illinois and is characterized by its use of a four-on-the-floor beat, electronic drum machines, and synthesizers.
Funky house: A subgenre of house that combines elements of funk, soul, and disco with a four-on-the-floor beat and electronic production techniques.
Minimal house: A subgenre of house that originated in the 2000s and is characterized by its use of stripped-back, minimalist production techniques and a focus on subtle changes in sound and rhythm.
Progressive house: A subgenre of house that originated in the 1990s and is characterized by its use of complex, evolving melodies and a focus on building tension and releasing it through the use of breakdowns and buildups.
Soulful house: A subgenre of house that combines elements of soul, funk, and disco with a four-on-the-floor beat and electronic production techniques.
Bass house: A subgenre of house that originated in the 2010s and is characterized by its use of heavy basslines, distorted synths, and a focus on high-energy dancefloor appeal.
Jackin’ house: A subgenre of house that originated in Chicago and is characterized by its use of a four-on-the-floor beat, funky basslines, and a strong emphasis on rhythm.
Ghetto house: A subgenre of house that originated in Chicago and is characterized by its use of raw, stripped-back production techniques and a focus on bass-heavy, percussive rhythms.
These are just a few examples of the many subgenres of house music that exist. Many house producers and DJs draw from a wide range of influences when creating their music, and the lines between different subgenres can be blurry at times.
The most used instruments in House Music
In house music, electronic instruments and production techniques are often used to create the distinctive sound of the genre. Some common electronic instruments and equipment that are used in the production of house music include:
Synthesizers: House music often makes use of synthesizers to create a wide range of electronic sounds, including basslines, melodies, and percussion.
Drum machines: House music often makes use of drum machines to create the characteristic four-on-the-floor beat that is a hallmark of the genre.
Samplers: House music producers often use samplers to manipulate and incorporate sounds from other sources, such as vocals, percussion, or other instrumentation, into their tracks.
Digital audio workstations (DAWs): House music producers often use digital audio workstations to create, edit, and arrange their tracks.
DJ controllers: House music DJs often use DJ controllers to mix and manipulate tracks in real-time.
Effects processors: House music producers and DJs often use effects processors, such as reverb, delay, and filters, to shape the sound of their tracks.
Vocals: vocals are often used in house music. In many cases, vocals are used to provide a catchy, repetitive phrase or hook that helps to drive the rhythm of the track and create a memorable listening experience. House music vocals are often processed with effects such as reverb, delay, and filtering to give them a distinctive sound. In some cases, house music producers will sample vocals from other sources, such as classic soul or disco tracks, and incorporate them into their own tracks. House music vocals can be performed by a solo artist or a group, and can be sung or spoken in a variety of styles. The lyrics in house music can vary widely depending on the specific track and the artist who created it. Some house music tracks may have lyrics that focus on themes such as love, relationships, or personal experiences, while others may have more abstract or spiritual themes. In some cases, the lyrics of a house music track may be secondary to the overall atmosphere or groove of the track, and may be used more as a means of creating a particular mood or feeling rather than conveying a specific message. In other cases, the lyrics of a house music track may be more prominent and may be used to convey a specific message or theme. Ultimately, the meaning of the lyrics in a house music track will depend on the specific artist and the context in which the track was created.
In addition to these electronic instruments, some house music producers and DJs may also incorporate live instrumentation, such as keyboards, drums, or guitar, into their tracks.