big room house
subgenre of house
Big room house bursts forth with an exuberant energy that’s both thrilling and euphoric. It’s a sound anchored by colossal synths, infectious melodies, and thumping basslines designed to ignite the dance floor. Picture massive drops that make crowds raise their arms in unison and melodies that feel like they could fill a stadium. The genre’s production is often polished to a gleaming sheen, emphasizing its larger-than-life charisma while delivering an unmistakable pulse that drives both exhilaration and joy.
Emerging in the early 2010s, big room house carved out its niche against the backdrop of underground house music and progressive trends. Originating from the European dance scene, it gained significant traction through festivals and nightclubs. Artists like Hardwell, whose track "Spaceman" became a festival anthem, and Martin Garrix, who made waves with "Animals," helped define the sound. Their work encapsulated a spirit of celebration, leading the genre to peak in popularity around 2014, as producers crafted tracks that were both accessible and monumental.
For newcomers eager to dive into big room house, start with Hardwell’s “Spaceman” for its quintessential energy, or Martin Garrix’s “Animals,” which remains a defining anthem of the genre. Avicii's “Wake Me Up” offers a crossover appeal, blending elements of folk into electronic music effortlessly. Don Diablo’s productions also showcase a modern twist on the big room sound. Beyond these essentials, don’t miss the vibrant world of progressive house for similar euphoric feels waiting to be uncovered.
22 artists in the catalog.
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Top big room house albums
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All big room house artists
Martin Garrix
Dutch house, deep house
Galantis
deep house, electro house
Nicky Romero
deep house, electro house
R3hab
electro house, electronic dance music
KSHMR
electro house, psychedelic trance
DVBBS
electro house, electronic dance music
W&W
Dutch house, electro house
Maddix
techno
Mau P
tech house
Mark Sixma
progressive house, trance
Maestro Harrell
electro, electro house
Rave Republic
Ummet Ozcan
electro house, house music
Artihkh
Brazilian bass, deep house
Kuyano
bass house, electro house
Karanda
progressive house, progressive trance
About big room house
What is big room house?
subgenre of house
Where should I start with big room house?
Start with "Seven" by Martin Garrix. It captures what makes big room house worth exploring.
What are the best big room house albums?
The big room house albums worth hearing first: "Seven" by Martin Garrix, "Gold Skies" by Martin Garrix, "Bylaw" by Martin Garrix, "Pharmacy" by Galantis and "Church" by Galantis.
How many big room house artists are there?
northsound.fm covers 22 big room house artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.