Category:Progressive

Progressive is a term used across various electronic dance music genres, typically describing styles that emphasize gradual builds, evolving textures, and deeper, hypnotic grooves. It is commonly associated with progressive house, progressive trance, and progressive techno.

Characteristics

• Gradual build-ups and long transitions, creating a sense of progression over time.
• Layered melodies and atmospheric sound design, often with a cinematic feel.
• Deep, rolling basslines and smooth percussion, maintaining a steady groove.
• Extended track lengths, allowing for slow, immersive development.
• Influence from trance, house, and techno, with subgenres blending elements from each.

Artists and Labels

Progressive music has been championed by various artists and labels, including:

• Bedrock Records
• Anjunadeep
• Sasha's Last Night On Earth

Notable artists in the genre include:

• Sasha
• John Digweed
• Hernán Cattáneo
• Guy J
• Pryda
• Nick Warren