The albums that define
deep house.
Our picks for where to start with deep house — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top deep house artists
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The deep house essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Tiësto
Kaleidoscope
A vibrant blend of uplifting melodies and driving beats that encapsulates the essence of electronic dance music.
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Tiësto
A Town Called Paradise
A vibrant tapestry of euphoric beats and melodic hooks, merging progressive house with pop sensibilities.
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Disclosure
Settle
A vibrant fusion of UK garage and deep house, pulsating with infectious rhythms and soaring vocal hooks.
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Energy
A vibrant fusion of UK garage and deep house that pulses with rhythmic energy and eclectic vocal contributions.
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Kygo
Stargazing
A vibrant fusion of tropical rhythms and melodic hooks that invites listeners to escape into a sun-soaked paradise.
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Kygo
Cloud Nine
Lush tropical melodies intertwine with bright electronic beats, creating an uplifting soundscape perfect for summer escapism.
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Galantis
Pharmacy
A euphoric blend of infectious melodies and dancefloor-ready beats encapsulating the spirit of electro-pop and house music.
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Galantis
Church
An uplifting blend of euphoric synths and infectious beats that celebrate love and resilience in turbulent times.
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Felix Jaehn
I
A vibrant blend of tropical house beats and catchy melodies that evoke sun-soaked dance floors and carefree summer days.
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Alan Walker
Walkerworld 2.0
A vibrant blend of melodic hooks and pulsating beats that captures the essence of electronic dance music.
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Alan Walker
Different World
This album encapsulates the essence of Alan Walker’s sound, providing a balanced experience of energetic tracks and emotive melodies. It's structured well for newcomers to grasp both his musicality and thematic depth.
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Ani Lorak
Solntse
Energetic dance-pop beats intertwine with lush electronic melodies, creating an uplifting soundscape that invites listeners to move.
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Ani Lorak
15
A vibrant blend of dance-pop and electronic beats, layered with emotive vocals that pulse with energy and yearning.
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Maya Jane Coles
Comfort (Maya Jane Coles album)
'Comfort' exemplifies Maya Jane Coles' artistry, combining deep basslines with ethereal melodies. This album serves as a strong foundation for understanding her unique approach to deep house music.
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Dan Snaith
Suddenly
An ethereal blend of shimmering synths and organic textures creates a dreamlike soundscape infused with introspection.
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Dan Snaith
The Milk of Human Kindness
A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic textures and organic melodies that invites listeners into an otherworldly soundscape.
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Martin Garrix
Seven
An energetic blend of pulsating beats and melodic hooks that captures the vibrant essence of modern electronic dance music.
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Martin Garrix
Gold Skies
Euphoric melodies and pounding basslines intertwine in an electrifying celebration of the festival experience.
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Alle Farben
Synesthesia - I Think in Colours
A vibrant blend of deep and future house that pulses with colorful rhythms and melodic layers.
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Becky Hill
Only Honest on the Weekend
'Only Honest on the Weekend' captures the essence of Becky Hill's style, showcasing her signature sound across multiple tracks. The album combines rhythmic energy and personal narratives, inviting listeners to engage both physically and emotionally.
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Becky Hill
Get to Know
Energetic dance-pop anthems blend with deep house grooves, showcasing infectious hooks and emotive vocals across the album's vibrant soundscape.
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Lost Frequencies
Alive and Feeling Fine
A vibrant blend of deep and tropical house, radiating warmth through catchy melodies and uplifting rhythms.
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Lane 8
Rise
A seamless blend of atmospheric melodies and driving basslines, evoking both introspection and euphoria on the dancefloor.
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Petit Biscuit
Petit Biscuit
'Petit Biscuit' showcases a cohesive blend of styles that captures the essence of his artistry. The album introduces listeners to his signature sound while maintaining a flow that keeps you engaged throughout.
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By decade
Where deep house landed in each era.