"Melodic techno" technically falls under the category of techno, but it often borrows elements from progressive house, such as a focus on harmonious melodies, atmospheric layers, and emotional build-ups.

### Melodic Techno:

  • Category: Techno (subgenre)
  • Characteristics: Minimalistic, deep basslines, hypnotic and often melancholic melodies, mid-tempo (120-130 BPM).
  • Artists: Tale of Us, Stephan Bodzin, ARTBAT.
  • Audience: Focused on a more introspective and sometimes underground experience.

### Progressive House:

  • Category: House (subgenre)
  • Characteristics: Melodic, uplifting, longer builds and drops, more focus on groove and energy, often slightly faster (123-128 BPM).
  • Artists: Eric Prydz, Sasha, Hernán Cattáneo.
  • Audience: Targeted at large-scale festivals and a broad dance audience.

Overlap: Both styles share an emotional and melodic core. As a result, melodic techno often resonates well with progressive house fans but remains closer to techno in terms of production and rhythmic structure.

As a DJ, you can seamlessly combine both genres, especially during a set's build-up or emotionally charged moments. 🎶



    Tracklist
    05:00    Samm (BE) - Holding You (Original Mix)
    06:00    Andrea Oliva - Side By Side
    10:30    Fahlberg - There's Hope In Your Eyes (Original Mix)
    30:30    &ME/Rampa/Adam Port/Alan Dixon/Keinemusik - Thandaza feat. Arabic Piano
    35:30    Ivory (IT) - When It's Cold
    39:30    Emanuel Satie - Phantasy (Edit)
    43:30    Chemical Surf - Winner (Extended Mix)
    47:30    HUGEL - I Adore You (Argy & Mor Avrahami Extended Remix)
    50:30    Kevin de Vries/Y do I - Saga
    54:00    Alar - Together
    59:30    Empire Of The Sun - We Are The People - ARTBAT Remix


    Techno, Melodic Techno, progressive house
    • Type: DJ-Set
    • California City, CA, USA