Category:Euro House

Euro House is a subgenre of house music that emerged in the late 1980s and early 1990s, combining elements of house, Italo-disco, and Eurodance. It is characterized by melodic synth lines, uplifting vocals, and a commercial, dancefloor-friendly sound.

Characteristics

• Four-on-the-floor house beats, typically around 120-135 BPM.
• Melodic synth hooks and anthemic chord progressions, often inspired by Italo-disco.
• Energetic and polished production, designed for mainstream dancefloors.
• Vocal-driven tracks, featuring catchy choruses and uplifting themes.
• Influence on Eurodance and mainstream pop-dance music, making it highly accessible.

Artists and Labels

Euro House has been championed by various artists and labels, including:

• ZYX Music
• Blanco Y Negro
• Media Records

Notable artists in the genre include:

• Snap!
• 2 Unlimited
• Technotronic
• Corona
• La Bouche
• Haddaway