The albums that define
dubstep.
Our picks for where to start with dubstep — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top dubstep artists
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The dubstep essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Lights
Lights
Ethereal synths blend with catchy melodies and introspective lyrics to create a vibrant pop landscape.
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Lights
PƎP
A vibrant blend of catchy hooks and introspective lyrics wrapped in an uplifting electropop soundscape.
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Dizzee Rascal
Maths + English
A vibrant fusion of grime and UK garage, driven by sharp beats and Dizzee's distinctive lyrical flair.
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Dizzee Rascal
Boy in da Corner
A raw, electrifying fusion of garage beats and sharp lyrical wit that captures London's gritty urban landscape.
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Skrillex
Don't Get Too Close
A vibrant blend of UK garage and electronic dance rhythms that pulse with emotional resonance and innovative production.
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Skrillex
Quest for Fire
An eclectic blend of frenetic beats and melodic interludes, capturing the chaos and beauty of modern electronic music.
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Zedd
Telos
A vibrant blend of pulsating beats and melodic textures that invite listeners to dance and dream.
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Zedd
Clarity
Euphoric synths blend with haunting vocals, creating an immersive electronic landscape that defines modern dance music.
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Tinie Tempah
Disc-Overy
A vibrant fusion of UK rap, electro-hop, and rave energy that energizes the dance floor.
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Tinie Tempah
Youth
Youth blends vibrant UK rap with electronic influences, capturing an energetic and youthful spirit.
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Labrinth
Euphoria Season 2 Official Score – From the HBO Original Series
A haunting blend of electronic soundscapes and emotive vocals that encapsulates the series' intense emotional journeys.
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Labrinth
Euphoria
A kaleidoscopic blend of electronic beats and soulful melodies, echoing themes of love and self-discovery.
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Katy B
On a Mission
A vibrant blend of UK garage and contemporary R&B, pulsating with dancefloor energy and emotive lyrics.
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Katy B
Little Red
An eclectic blend of contemporary R&B and UK garage, pulsating with emotional depth and rhythmic flair.
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Kele Okereke
The Boxer
Kele Okereke blends introspective lyrics with pulsating electronic beats and indie rock sensibilities throughout this vibrant debut solo album.
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Kele Okereke
The Waves Pt. 1
A reflective blend of electronic soundscapes and intimate lyrics that explore the complexities of identity and belonging.
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Burial
Untrue
A haunting blend of ambient soundscapes and fragmented rhythms that evoke urban desolation and emotional depth.
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Burial
Rival Dealer
A haunting exploration of identity and isolation, layered with intricate beats and ethereal soundscapes.
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Krewella
Get Wet
Energetic anthems blend soaring vocals with pulsating beats, encapsulating the party spirit of electronic dance music.
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Krewella
Play Harder
A pulsating collection of remixes that blend high-energy beats with euphoric melodies, igniting the dance floor.
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Knife Party
Rage Valley
Pulsating basslines and frenetic synths create an aggressive soundscape that defines modern electronic dance music.
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Knife Party
Trigger Warning
A relentless barrage of high-energy beats and bass drops designed for the festival crowd.
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Flux Pavilion
Lines In Wax EP
A vibrant collision of bass-heavy dubstep and melodic hooks, capturing the genre's early 2010s energy.
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Flux Pavilion
Blow the Roof
Energetic dubstep beats collide with melodic hooks, creating a vibrant soundscape perfect for both clubs and festivals.
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