The albums that define
progressive house.
Our picks for where to start with progressive house — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top progressive house artists
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The progressive 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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Paul van Dyk
The Politics of Dancing
A pulsating blend of euphoric melodies and driving beats that channels the spirit of early 2000s trance.
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Paul van Dyk
Hands on in Between
A collection of dynamic remixes that showcase ethereal melodies intertwined with energetic beats and an uplifting trance atmosphere.
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Calvin Harris
Normani x Calvin Harris
A vibrant fusion of dance-pop and electro house, showcasing infectious grooves and smooth vocals perfect for the club.
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Calvin Harris
96 Months
A vibrant blend of infectious dance-pop anthems and euphoric electronic beats crafted for the ultimate festival experience.
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Underworld
Barbara Barbara, we face a shining future
An immersive blend of pulsating beats and atmospheric melodies that beckon listeners into a vivid sonic landscape.
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Underworld
Change the Weather
A vibrant blend of synth-pop and techno, infused with progressive house rhythms and introspective lyrics.
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deadmau5
At Play
A vibrant fusion of pulsating beats and intricate melodies that beckon listeners into a hypnotic electronic soundscape.
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Meowingtons Hax Tour Trax
A vibrant blend of pulsating beats and intricate synth melodies that define the electro house landscape of the early 2010s.
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David Guetta
7
A pulsating blend of dance-pop anthems and electro-house beats, designed to ignite the dance floor.
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David Guetta
Just a Little More Love
A vibrant blend of infectious beats and uplifting melodies that epitomizes early 2000s dance music culture.
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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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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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Benny Benassi
Rock 'n' Rave
A pulsating blend of electro house and pop that ignites dance floors with infectious beats and catchy hooks.
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Benny Benassi
Electroman
A vibrant fusion of electro house and pop, pulsing with infectious grooves and catchy hooks.
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Afrojack
Forget the World
This album showcases Afrojack's ability to create exhilarating atmospheres through vibrant beats and catchy hooks. It includes collaborations with various artists, providing a well-rounded experience of his versatility in electronic music.
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BT
Electronic Opus
A sweeping blend of lush electronic landscapes and emotive melodies that transcend genres, inviting listeners into a dreamlike state.
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BT
Morceau Subrosa
A sprawling ambient odyssey that intertwines ethereal soundscapes with intricate electronic textures, inviting deep introspection.
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Avicii
True
'True' highlights Avicii's unique approach to combining folk influences with dance tracks, setting the stage for understanding his impact on the genre. The cohesive sound throughout this album makes it an ideal first listen.
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