Category:Vocal House

Vocal House is a subgenre of house music that prominently features soulful, melodic, and expressive vocals. It emerged in the late 1980s and 1990s as house music became more song-driven, incorporating elements of gospel, disco, and R&B.

Characteristics

• Prominent vocal performances, often with gospel or soulful influences.
• Uplifting, melodic compositions, focusing on harmony and emotion.
• Deep house and garage house influences, with warm basslines and rhythmic grooves.
• Typically structured like traditional songs, including verses, choruses, and hooks.
• 120-130 BPM range, maintaining a steady dancefloor energy.

Artists and Labels

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

• Defected Records
• Strictly Rhythm
• Nervous Records

Notable artists in the genre include:

• Frankie Knuckles
• David Morales
• Barbara Tucker
• CeCe Peniston
• Kathy Brown
• Crystal Waters