Category:Techno

Techno is a genre of electronic dance music that emerged in Detroit in the mid-1980s, characterized by repetitive beats, futuristic soundscapes, and synthesizer-driven grooves.

Characteristics

• Four-on-the-floor drum patterns, typically between 125-140 BPM.
• Futuristic, industrial sound design, often using synths, drum machines, and effects.
• Hypnotic, repetitive structures, focusing on rhythm and movement.
• Influence from funk, electro, and industrial music, shaping its sonic evolution.
• Subgenres include minimal techno, Detroit techno, and acid techno, each with unique stylistic elements.

Artists and Labels

Techno has been championed by various artists and labels, including:

• Tresor
• Drumcode
• Underground Resistance

Notable artists in the genre include:

• Jeff Mills
• Juan Atkins
• Richie Hawtin
• Charlotte de Witte
• Adam Beyer
• Nina Kraviz