Electronic dance music on the radio

Electronic dance music (EDM) is a broad term encompassing various genres of electronic music that are intended for dancing. EDM emerged in the late 1980s and early 1990s and has since gained significant popularity worldwide. The genre is characterized by its repetitive beats, synthesized melodies, and heavy use of electronic instruments and effects.

Some of the most popular subgenres of EDM include house, techno, trance, dubstep, and drum and bass. Popular EDM artists include Calvin Harris, David Guetta, Tiësto, Avicii, Martin Garrix, and Swedish House Mafia.

There are several radio stations that exclusively play EDM music, including Electric Area on Sirius XM, BPM on Sirius XM, and DI.FM. These stations offer a wide variety of subgenres within the EDM umbrella, allowing listeners to explore and discover new artists and sounds. EDM festivals, such as Tomorrowland and Ultra Music Festival, have also become popular events around the world, attracting massive crowds of music fans.