Category:House

House is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in Chicago in the early 1980s. It is characterized by a four-on-the-floor beat, repetitive basslines, and soulful or uplifting melodies. House music has evolved into numerous subgenres, influencing dance music worldwide.

Characteristics

• Four-on-the-floor drum patterns, typically around 120-130 BPM.
• Deep basslines and steady grooves, often built around looped samples.
• Soulful, uplifting, or hypnotic melodies, sometimes featuring vocal hooks.
• Emphasis on repetition and gradual progression, creating a hypnotic dancefloor experience.
• Influence from disco, funk, and electronic music, shaping modern club sounds.

Artists and Labels

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

• Trax Records
• Strictly Rhythm
• Defected Records

Notable artists in the genre include:

• Frankie Knuckles (the "Godfather of House")
• Larry Heard
• Marshall Jefferson
• Todd Terry
• Kerri Chandler
• David Morales