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11 Popular Progressive House Artists, Music and Albums

Monday, 23 September 2024

Do you enjoy exploring progressive house music? Owing to its outstanding soundscapes, we believe you should. Allow us to help you. 

 

Progressive house is a subgenre of electronic dance music. The tracks have a predominant melodic, uplifting sound, with intricate synth work, building crescendos, and driving rhythms.  

 

Progressive house music is popular because of its soaring melodies and energetic beats. Over the years, the genre has effortlessly captured the hearts of music lovers. 

 

So, in this detailed read, we will explore some of the best progressive house artist and their latest electronic music releases. 

 

Let's begin!  

 

11 Popular Progressive House Artists, Music, and Albums  

 

There are tons of famous progressive house music artists and albums worth notice. However, we have talked about our favourite ones – 

 

1. Armin van Buuren –

 

Often referred to as the 'King of Progressive House,' Armin van Buuren is a Dutch DJ and producer known for his uplifting and melodic tracks. His annual compilation album, 'A State of Trance,' is legendary in the EDM world.  

 

Must-Listen Tracks: 'In a Different State,' 'Wasted,' 'Blah Blah Blah'  

 

Albums: 'Mirage,' 'Balance,' 'Intense'  

 

Above & Beyond—

 

The British trio is celebrated for its anthemic progressive house tracks. They offer a blend of trance and classical music elements. Their live performances are legendary, and their fans are known as 'Groupies.'

 

Must-Listen Tracks: 'Sun & Moon,' ‘Group Therapy,' 'Gratitude'  

 

Albums: 'Common Ground,' 'We Are All We Need,' 'Flow State'  

 

Deadmau5 —

 

The Canadian DJ and producer is known for his distinctive mouse-head helmet and experimental electronic music. He adds elements of progressive house to his tracks for the ultimate listening experience. 

 

Must-Listen Tracks: 'Ghosts n Stuff,' 'Strobe,' 'I Remember'  

 

Albums: '4x4,' 'Random Album Title,' 'For Lack of a Better Name'  

 

Eric Prydz –

 

A Swedish DJ and producer renowned for his innovative and atmospheric progressive house tracks. His live sets feature cutting-edge visuals and sound design.  

 

Must-Listen Tracks: 'Call on Me,' 'Pjanoo,' 'Proper Education'  

 

Albums: 'Pryda,' 'Opus,' 'Aftermath'  

 

Lane 8 –

 

An American DJ and producer known for his classical progressive house tracks with an emotional blend. His music has indie rock and electronic elements, and he has a private record label named Anjunadeep. 

 

Must-Listen Tracks: 'Fingerprint,' 'Bright Lights,' 'Shooting Arrows' 

 

Albums: 'Little by Little,' 'Bright Lights,' 'Reviver'  

 

Kaskade –

 

An American DJ and producer known for his progressive house tracks who achieved a rank of 36 among other known names. He is one of the most popular DJs in the world, and his live sets are always a highlight of major electronic music festivals.  

 

Must-Listen Tracks: 'Atmosphere,' 'Only You,' 'Sacrifice'  

 

Albums: 'Atmosphere,' 'Fire & Ice,' 'Redux'  

 

NERVO-

 

This Australian sister duo, is known for its bold, progressive house tracks with mystic beats meant for dancing. They have collaborated with many top-tier artists in the EDM world.  

 

Must-Listen Tracks: 'When Love Takes Over' (with David Guetta), 'Goddess,' 'Hold On'  

 

Albums: 'Revolution,' 'Army,' 'NERVO'  

 

Oliver Heldens –

 

A Dutch DJ and producer who believes in good-vibes-only music and offers melodic progressive house tracks. He is also known for his collaborations with other famous EDM artists.  

 

Must-Listen Tracks: 'Gecko,' 'Wombass,' 'The Right Song'  

 

Albums: ‘Heldens,’ ‘The Singles,’ ‘Oliver Heldens’  

 

Martin Garrix –

 

A Dutch DJ and producer known as the youngest and most successful progressive house artist who became famous in 2013. He has even reached the top of the DJ Mag Top 100 list.  

 

Must-Listen Tracks: 'Animals,' 'Don't Look Down,' 'Scared to Be Lonely'  

 

Albums: 'Bylaw,' 'The Martin Garrix EP,' 'IDEM'  

  

Tiesto –

 

A Dutch DJ and producer known for his energetic and uplifting progressive house tracks. He is one of the pioneers of electronic dance music and has been a central figure in the industry for decades.  

 

Must-Listen Tracks: 'Adagio for Strings,' 'Red Lights,' 'Wasted'  

 

Albums: 'Just Be,' 'Elements of Life,' 'A Town Called Paradise'  

 

Gareth Emery –

 

A British DJ and producer known for his melodic and uplifting progressive house tracks. He is also renowned for his annual 'Electric Forest' festival in 2024.  

 

Must-Listen Tracks: 'Sanctuary,' 'U,' 'Tokyo' 

 

Albums: 'The Sound Of Garuda,' 'Drive,' 'Northern Lights (Re-Lit)'  

 

These are only a few talented artists creating a sensation with progressive houses. The innovative sound and inspiring melodies continue to push the boundaries of electronic music and captivate audiences around the globe.  

 

Learn more about progressive house artists and electronic music festivals at Casa. We keep you informed of the EDM sphere and what's new to explore in music! 

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