Category:House (Old School)

House (Old School) refers to the early form of house music that developed in Chicago and New York during the 1980s. It laid the foundation for modern house music and retained a strong connection to disco, funk, and electronic music.

Characteristics

• Classic drum machine beats, primarily from the Roland TR-808 and TR-909.
• Disco and funk-inspired basslines, often looped or sampled.
• Soulful and gospel-style vocals, creating an uplifting atmosphere.
• Raw and stripped-down production, compared to later house subgenres.
• Influence on deep house, acid house, and garage, forming the blueprint for electronic dance music.

Artists and Labels

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

• DJ International Records
• Nu Groove Records
• Jack Trax

Notable artists in the genre include:

• Frankie Knuckles
• Ron Hardy
• Farley "Jackmaster" Funk
• Steve "Silk" Hurley
• Chip E.