ELECTRONIC MUSIC / 2026

ELECTRONIC
HALL OF FAME.

Five hundred electronic records selected through a transparent multi-source coverage model. An all-time historical canon built from specialist rankings, longevity and cross-source recognition.

500FOUNDING TRACKS

5coverage FAMILIES

1970s–2020sERA COVERAGE

Electronic music Hall of Fame performance and DJ culture

Professional DJ deck representing house and techno history — 01HOUSE + TECHNOFoundations, classics and modern canon

Electronic production studio representing electronica and experimental music — 02ELECTRONICA + EXPERIMENTALSound design, IDM and leftfield history

Professional performance deck representing trance and rave history — 03TRANCE + RAVEAnthems, club lineage and global scenes

Professional DJ mixer representing drum and bass and bass music — 04D&B + BASSBreakbeats, low end and electronic evolution

01 / WHAT THIS IS

LEGACY,
NOT HYPE.

The Electronic Hall of Fame rewards enduring recognition across electronic and dance-music history. Current chart success can be useful evidence, but a record does not enter this list simply because it is hot in 2026.

Cross-source electronic music recognition coverage

01CROSS-SOURCE RECOGNITION

Records gain strength when independent specialist or historical sources recognize the same recording.

Electronic music longevity across generations

02LONGEVITY

Time matters. Older records can demonstrate decades of staying power instead of one season of popularity.

Ranked electronic music source position coverage

03SOURCE POSITION

A high placement on a published ranked list carries more weight than a lower placement or an unranked editorial mention.

04ELECTRONIC ONLY

Broad dance lists are filtered. Pop, country, rock and hip-hop records do not enter just because they appeared on a general dance list.

02 / coverage METHOD

SHOW THE
EVIDENCE.

The 2026 founding class combines modern retrospectives with older all-time polling. No single publication controls the result, and another source's rank is never relabeled as The DJ Hangout's own.

RESIDENT ADVISOR2000–25 ranked retrospective

RA's Dec. 10, 2025 electronic-tracks project supplies 200 ranked records with artist, title, year and label metadata.

MIXMAGReader poll + 2000–25 + dancefloor lists

The 2013 reader-voted all-time Top 50, the 2025 quarter-century review and 2023–25 dancefloor retrospectives add long-term and recent club recognition.

PITCHFORKHouse + Electroclash + electronic year-end coverage

Specialist lists add house history, the 2026 electroclash canon and electronic year-end selections from 2022–25.

ILM COMMUNITY POLLElectronic dance tracks of the 2000s

A community-voted 2012 poll adds another independent view of 2000s underground electronic canon formation.

DJ HANGOUT CROSS-CHECKFoundational electronic records

A conservative foundation set keeps pre-2000 electronic landmarks from being underrepresented by sources focused mainly on the 21st century.

HALL SCORE

Baseline + weighted source evidence + rank-excellence bonus + independent-source recurrence + up to 10 longevity points, capped below 100. Popularity, editorial opinion and historical recognition are not treated as identical measurements.

coverage SNAPSHOT / 2026-09-30

03 / THE FOUNDING 500

FIVE HUNDRED.
ONE CANON.

Search, filter and open any record without leaving The DJ Hangout. Rankings remain fixed to the 2026 founding coverage snapshot while genre classification can become more precise as verified metadata is added.

The founding Top 500 electronic music Hall of Fame

THE FOUNDING 500SEARCH · FILTER · OPEN DATA

RANKTRACK / ARTISTYEARGENRESCOREDATA

Music Sounds Better With YouStardust

1998House98.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE98.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 3 evidence streams; release history of 28 years. Highest cited source position: #6 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1998. Label: Roulé.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #6
Pitchfork House 90s — source rank #28
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONHouse

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Around The WorldDaft Punk

1997House98.6OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE98.6 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 3 evidence streams; release history of 29 years. Highest cited source position: #7 on Pitchfork House 90s. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1997. Label: Virgin.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #15
Pitchfork House 90s — source rank #7
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONHouse

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

SpastikPlastikman

1993Minimal Techno92.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE92.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 33 years. Highest cited source position: #7 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1993. Label: Novamute.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #7
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONMinimal Techno

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

XpanderSasha

1999Progressive House91.4OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE91.4 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 27 years. Highest cited source position: #9 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1999. Label: deconstruction/BMG.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #9
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONProgressive House

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Hyph MngoJoy Orbison

2009Electronica / Club90.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE90.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 17 years. Highest cited source position: #9 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2009. Label: Hotflush.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #9
ILM 00s poll — source rank #17

CLASSIFICATIONElectronica / Club

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

TransitionUnderground Resistance

2002Techno90.6OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE90.6 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 24 years. Highest cited source position: #5 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2002. Label: Underground Resistance.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #5
ILM 00s poll — source rank #94

CLASSIFICATIONTechno

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

I Feel LoveDonna Summer

1977Electronic Disco89.5OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE89.5 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 49 years. Highest cited source position: #19 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1977. Label: Casablanca/GTO.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #19
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic Disco

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Blue MondayNew Order

1983Synth / Electronic88.5OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE88.5 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 43 years. Highest cited source position: #18 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1983. Label: Factory.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #18
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONSynth / Electronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

The Man with the Red FaceLaurent Garnier

2000Electronic87.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE87.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 3 evidence streams; release history of 26 years. Highest cited source position: #43 on ILM 00s poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2000. Label: F Communications.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #97
ILM 00s poll — source rank #43
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Hey Boy, Hey GirlThe Chemical Brothers

1999Big Beat86.1OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE86.1 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 27 years. Highest cited source position: #11 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1999. Label: Freestyle Dust/Virgin.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #11
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONBig Beat

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Coma CatTensnake

2010Electronic82.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE82.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 3 evidence streams; release history of 16 years. Highest cited source position: #25 on ILM 00s poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2010. Label: Permanent Vacation / Defected Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #200
Mixmag 2000–25 annual pick — editorial / research inclusion
ILM 00s poll — source rank #25

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Born SlippyUnderworld

1995Electronic / Dance81.4OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE81.4 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 31 years. Highest cited source position: #4 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1995. Label: Junior Boys Own.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #4

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

InsomniaFaithless

1995Electronic / Dance81.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE81.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 31 years. Highest cited source position: #5 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1995. Label: Cheeky.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #5

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Out Of SpaceThe Prodigy

1992Breakbeat Hardcore81.2OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE81.2 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 34 years. Highest cited source position: #22 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1992. Label: XL.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #22
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONBreakbeat Hardcore

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Smack My Bitch UpThe Prodigy

1997Breakbeat / Big Beat81.1OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE81.1 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 29 years. Highest cited source position: #3 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1997. Label: XL.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #3

CLASSIFICATIONBreakbeat / Big Beat

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

SandwichesDetroit Grand Pubahs

2000Electronic81.0OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE81.0 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 26 years. Highest cited source position: #3 on Pitchfork Electroclash. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2000. Label: Intuit-Solar.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #73
Pitchfork Electroclash — source rank #3

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Café Del MarEnergy 52

1993Trance80.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE80.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 33 years. Highest cited source position: #23 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1993. Label: Eye Q/.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #23
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONTrance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

One More TimeDaft Punk

2000French House80.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE80.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 26 years. Highest cited source position: #1 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2000. Label: 2000 / Virgin.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #1

CLASSIFICATIONFrench House

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Show Me LoveRobin S

1993House80.6OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE80.6 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 33 years. Highest cited source position: #21 on Pitchfork House 90s. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1993. Label: Champion.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #34
Pitchfork House 90s — source rank #21

CLASSIFICATIONHouse

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Blind (Frankie Knuckles Remix)Hercules & Love Affair

2008Electronic80.6OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE80.6 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 18 years. Highest cited source position: #28 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2008. Label: Parlophone UK.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #28
ILM 00s poll — source rank #49

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

ChimeOrbital

1990Techno / Rave80.4OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE80.4 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 36 years. Highest cited source position: #31 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1990. Label: FFRR.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #31
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONTechno / Rave

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

WutGirl Unit

2010Electronic80.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE80.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 16 years. Highest cited source position: #32 on ILM 00s poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2010. Label: Night Slugs.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #38
ILM 00s poll — source rank #32

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

For An AngelPVD

1998Electronic / Dance80.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE80.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 28 years. Highest cited source position: #8 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1998. Label: Deviant Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #8

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Que Belle EpoqueRicardo Villalobos

2000Electronic80.1OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE80.1 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 26 years. Highest cited source position: #3 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2000. Label: Frisbee Tracks.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #3

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

FirestarterThe Prodigy

1996Big Beat / Breakbeat80.0OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE80.0 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 30 years. Highest cited source position: #25 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1996. Label: XL.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #25
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONBig Beat / Breakbeat

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Let Me Be MeThe Other People Place

2001Electronic80.0OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE80.0 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 25 years. Highest cited source position: #1 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2001. Label: Warp Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #1

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Superstylin'Groove Armada

2001Electronic79.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE79.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 25 years. Highest cited source position: #44 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2001. Label: Jive Electro.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #92
Mixmag reader poll — source rank #44

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Right Here, Right NowFatboy Slim

1999Breakbeat / Big Beat79.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE79.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 27 years. Highest cited source position: #10 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1999. Label: Skint.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #10

CLASSIFICATIONBreakbeat / Big Beat

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Adagio For StringsTiesto

2004Trance79.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE79.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 22 years. Highest cited source position: #2 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2004. Label: Independance.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #2

CLASSIFICATIONTrance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Papua New GuineaThe Future Sound Of London,

1991Breakbeat / Ambient79.7OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE79.7 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 35 years. Highest cited source position: #35 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1991. Label: Jumpin' & Pumpin' Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #35
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONBreakbeat / Ambient

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Touch MeRui Da Silva & Cassandra Fox

2001Electronic79.7OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE79.7 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 25 years. Highest cited source position: #8 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2001. Label: Kismet.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #8

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Inner City LifeGoldie

1995Drum & Bass79.5OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE79.5 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 31 years. Highest cited source position: #30 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1995. Label: FFRR.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #30
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONDrum & Bass

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Peace of MindClaro Intelecto

2004Electronic79.2OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE79.2 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 22 years. Highest cited source position: #7 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2004. Label: Ai Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #7

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Anti War DubDigital Mystikz

2006Dubstep / UK Bass79.0OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE79.0 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 20 years. Highest cited source position: #2 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2006. Label: DMZ.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #2

CLASSIFICATIONDubstep / UK Bass

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

SkengThe Bug & Flowdan

2007Electronic78.6OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE78.6 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 19 years. Highest cited source position: #6 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2007. Label: Hyperdub.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #6

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Another ChanceRoger Sanchez

2001House78.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE78.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 25 years. Highest cited source position: #55 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2001. Label: Defected Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #55
Mixmag 2000–25 annual pick — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONHouse

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Chrome CountryOneohtrix Point Never

2013Electronic77.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE77.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 13 years. Highest cited source position: #10 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2013. Label: Warp Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #10

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

RewindKelela

2015Electronic77.1OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE77.1 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 11 years. Highest cited source position: #4 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2015. Label: Warp Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #4

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

NightBenga & Coki

2008Dubstep / UK Bass75.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE75.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 18 years. Highest cited source position: #84 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2008. Label: Tempa.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #84
Mixmag 2000–25 annual pick — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONDubstep / UK Bass

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Your LoveFrankie Knuckles/ Jamie Principle

1986House75.7OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE75.7 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 40 years. Highest cited source position: #43 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1986. Label: Persona.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #43
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONHouse

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Unfinished SympathyMassive Attack

1991Trip-Hop / Electronic75.5OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE75.5 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 35 years. Highest cited source position: #37 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1991. Label: Virgin.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #37
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONTrip-Hop / Electronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Voodoo RayA Guy Called Gerald

1988Acid House75.4OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE75.4 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 38 years. Highest cited source position: #42 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1988. Label: Rham!.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #42
Foundational electronic canon — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONAcid House

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

DeleriumSilence (Tiesto remix)

1999Trance74.6OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE74.6 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 27 years. Highest cited source position: #12 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1999. Label: nettwerk.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #12

CLASSIFICATIONTrance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

LifePépé Bradock

2000Electronic74.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE74.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 26 years. Highest cited source position: #25 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2000. Label: Atavisme.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #25

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Two Months OffUnderworld

2002Electronic74.2OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE74.2 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 24 years. Highest cited source position: #19 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2002. Label: Junior Boy's Own.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #19

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Queen In My EmpireRhythm & Sound & Jennifer Lara

2003Electronic73.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE73.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 23 years. Highest cited source position: #23 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2003. Label: Burial Mix.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #23

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

TemperanceMarcus Intalex

2004Electronic73.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE73.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 22 years. Highest cited source position: #18 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2004. Label: Soul:r.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #18

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Rhythm & Gash Pt. 1Rebound X

2006Electronic73.6OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE73.6 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 20 years. Highest cited source position: #13 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2006. Label: White Label.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #13

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Losing My EdgeLCD Soundsystem

2002Electronic / Dance73.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE73.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 24 years. Highest cited source position: #41 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2002. Label: DFA.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #41
ILM 00s poll — source rank #51

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

A Little More LoveDavid Guetta

2001Electronic / Dance73.2OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE73.2 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 25 years. Highest cited source position: #20 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2001. Label: Ultralab.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #20

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

La Rock 01Vitalic

2001Electroclash73.1OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE73.1 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 25 years. Highest cited source position: #16 on ILM 00s poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2001. Label data is not shown where the coverage sources did not provide a verified label.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Pitchfork Electroclash — source rank #20
ILM 00s poll — source rank #16

CLASSIFICATIONElectroclash

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

In Da Club Before Eleven O'ClockDJ Rashad

2007Electronic73.0OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE73.0 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 19 years. Highest cited source position: #22 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2007. Label: Juke Trax Online.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #22

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Roll With The PunchesPeverelist

2007Electronic73.0OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE73.0 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 19 years. Highest cited source position: #24 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2007. Label: Punch Drunk.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #24

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Grand Central Part 1 (MCDE Bassline Dub)DJ Sprinkles & MCDE

2009Electronic72.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE72.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 17 years. Highest cited source position: #16 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2009. Label: Mule Musiq.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #16

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Sky And SandPaul & Fritz Kalkbrenner

2009Electronic / Dance72.4OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE72.4 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 17 years. Highest cited source position: #14 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2009. Label: BPitch Control.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #14

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

EscándalooVerraco

2023Electronic72.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE72.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 3 evidence streams; release history of 3 years. Highest cited source position: #157 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2023. Label: Voam.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #157
Mixmag dancefloor 2023 — editorial / research inclusion
Pitchfork electronic 2023 — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Vaporware 07Donato Dozzy & Bee Mask

2013Electronic72.2OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE72.2 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 13 years. Highest cited source position: #12 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2013. Label: Spectrum Spools.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #12

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Feels So GoodArmin van Buuren feat Nadia Ali

2011Trance72.1OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE72.1 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 15 years. Highest cited source position: #13 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2011. Label: Armind.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #13

CLASSIFICATIONTrance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Fuck The Pain AwayPeaches

2000Electronic72.0OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE72.0 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 26 years. Highest cited source position: #36 on Pitchfork Electroclash. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2000. Label: Kitty-Yo / XL Recordings.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #130
Pitchfork Electroclash — source rank #36

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Ragysh / Snooze 4 LoveTodd Terje

2013Electronic71.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE71.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 13 years. Highest cited source position: #21 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2013. Label: Running Back.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #21

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Butterfly EffectShinichi Atobe

2014Electronic71.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE71.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 12 years. Highest cited source position: #15 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2014. Label: DDS.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #15

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

One (Your Name)Swedish House Mafia

2010Electronic / Dance71.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE71.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 16 years. Highest cited source position: #17 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2010. Label: Polydor.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #17

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

JUST LIKE WE NEVER SAID GOODBYESOPHIE

2015Experimental Electronic71.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE71.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 11 years. Highest cited source position: #11 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2015. Label: Numbers.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #11

CLASSIFICATIONExperimental Electronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

LevelsAvicii

2011Electronic / Dance71.7OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE71.7 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 15 years. Highest cited source position: #16 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2011. Label: Universal.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #16

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Submit XGesloten Cirkel

2014Electronic71.7OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE71.7 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 12 years. Highest cited source position: #20 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2014. Label: Murder Capital.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #20

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Inspector NorseTodd Terje

2012Electronic71.4OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE71.4 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 14 years. Highest cited source position: #40 on ILM 00s poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2012. Label: Olsen Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #128
ILM 00s poll — source rank #40

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

J.A.N.Moodymann

2001House71.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE71.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 25 years. Highest cited source position: #84 on ILM 00s poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2001. Label: KDJ.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #109
ILM 00s poll — source rank #84

CLASSIFICATIONHouse

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

La RitournelleSébastien Tellier

2004Electronic71.2OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE71.2 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 22 years. Highest cited source position: #59 on ILM 00s poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2004. Label: Record Makers.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #112
ILM 00s poll — source rank #59

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

NoidYves Tumor

2018Electronic71.0OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE71.0 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 8 years. Highest cited source position: #17 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2018. Label: Warp Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #17

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Fizheuer ZieheuerRicardo Villalobos

2006Electronic70.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE70.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 20 years. Highest cited source position: #56 on ILM 00s poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2006. Label: Playhouse.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #114
ILM 00s poll — source rank #56

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

XtasisNick León & DJ Babatr

2022Electronic70.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE70.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 4 years. Highest cited source position: #14 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2022. Label: TraTraTrax.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #14

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Strings Of LifeRythim Is Rythim

1987Electronic / Dance70.0OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE70.0 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 39 years. Highest cited source position: #28 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1987. Label: Transmat.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #28

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Contemplation (King Britt's Funke Mix)Josh One & King Britt

2001Electronic69.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE69.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 25 years. Highest cited source position: #32 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2001. Label: 1-Off Recordings.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #32

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Oldschool, Baby (Piano Mix)Westbam & Nena

2002Electronic69.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE69.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 24 years. Highest cited source position: #27 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2002. Label: Low Spirit Recordings.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #27

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Lost AngelTheo Parrish

2001House69.7OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE69.7 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 25 years. Highest cited source position: #36 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2001. Label: Music Is… Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #36

CLASSIFICATIONHouse

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

DLP 1.1William Basinski

2002Electronic69.7OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE69.7 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 24 years. Highest cited source position: #31 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2002. Label: 2062.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #31

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

La La LandGreen Velvet

2001Electroclash69.5OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE69.5 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 2 evidence streams; release history of 25 years. Highest cited source position: #14 on Pitchfork Electroclash. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2001. Label data is not shown where the coverage sources did not provide a verified label.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Pitchfork Electroclash — source rank #14
ILM 00s poll — source rank #99

CLASSIFICATIONElectroclash

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Grant Me Utterance (Chris Gray's Deep Pain Vocal)Utterance

2000Electronic69.4OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE69.4 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 26 years. Highest cited source position: #50 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2000. Label: Deep4Life.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #50

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Turn The PageThe Streets

2002Electronic69.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE69.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 24 years. Highest cited source position: #42 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2002. Label: Locked On Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #42

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Back TogetherHardsoul & Ron Carroll

2004Electronic69.2OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE69.2 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 22 years. Highest cited source position: #33 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2004. Label: Soulfuric Recordings.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #33

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Pulse XMusical Mob

2002Electronic69.1OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE69.1 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 24 years. Highest cited source position: #49 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2002. Label: Inspired Sound Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #49

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

El PájaroDJ Fist

2003Electronic68.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE68.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 23 years. Highest cited source position: #47 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2003. Label: Tumbata Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #47

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Poison Dart2AM/FM

2005Electronic68.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE68.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 21 years. Highest cited source position: #37 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2005. Label: Spectral Sound.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #37

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

South London BoroughsBurial

2005Dubstep / UK Bass68.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE68.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 21 years. Highest cited source position: #40 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2005. Label: Hyperdub.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #40

CLASSIFICATIONDubstep / UK Bass

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

GoMoby

1991Electronic / Dance68.7OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE68.7 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 35 years. Highest cited source position: #32 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1991. Label: Outer Rhythm.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #32

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

DesperadoArtificial Intelligence

2005Electronic68.7OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE68.7 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 21 years. Highest cited source position: #44 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2005. Label: V Recordings.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #44

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Where's Jason's K?Syclops

2008Electronic68.6OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE68.6 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 18 years. Highest cited source position: #30 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2008. Label: DFA Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #30

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

OAR003-BOni Ayhun

2009Electronic68.5OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE68.5 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 17 years. Highest cited source position: #26 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2009. Label: Oni Ayhun Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #26

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

I'm GodClams Casino & Imogen Heap

2010Electronic68.0OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE68.0 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 16 years. Highest cited source position: #35 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2010. Label: Self-released.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #35

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Flight FMJoy Orbison

2024Electronica / Club67.9OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE67.9 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 3 evidence streams; release history of 2 years. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2024. Label data is not shown where the coverage sources did not provide a verified label.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag 2000–25 annual pick — editorial / research inclusion
Mixmag dancefloor 2024 — editorial / research inclusion
Pitchfork electronic 2024 — editorial / research inclusion

CLASSIFICATIONElectronica / Club

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Knights Of The JaguarThe Aztec Mystic

1999Electronic / Dance67.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE67.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 27 years. Highest cited source position: #26 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1999. Label: Underground Resistance.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #26

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Dancing On My OwnRobyn

2010Electronic67.8OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE67.8 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 16 years. Highest cited source position: #39 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2010. Label: Konichiwa Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #39

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

S.T. (VFTL Rework)Voices From The Lake

2012Electronic67.6OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE67.6 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 14 years. Highest cited source position: #34 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2012. Label: Prologue.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #34

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Mad YouthSilent Servant

2011Electronic67.4OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE67.4 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 15 years. Highest cited source position: #45 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2011. Label: Sandwell District.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #45

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

YoursSteffi & Virginia

2011Electronic67.4OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE67.4 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 15 years. Highest cited source position: #46 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2011. Label: Ostgut Ton.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #46

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Man With The Red FaceLarent Garnier

2000Electronic / Dance67.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE67.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 26 years. Highest cited source position: #29 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2000. Label: F Communications.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #29

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

It's OnlyMatthew Herbert & DJ Koze

2012Electronic67.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE67.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 14 years. Highest cited source position: #43 on Resident Advisor 2000–25. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2012. Label: Pampa Records.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Resident Advisor 2000–25 — source rank #43

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

SatisfactionBenny Benassi

2002Electronic / Dance67.1OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE67.1 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 24 years. Highest cited source position: #27 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2002. Label: D:vision.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #27

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

Window LickerAphex Twin

1999IDM67.0OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE67.0 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 27 years. Highest cited source position: #33 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 1999. Label: Warp.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #33

CLASSIFICATIONIDM

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

100

I Rememberdeadmau5 featuring Kaskade

2008Electronic / Dance66.3OPEN DATA +

2026 HALL SCORE66.3 / 100

A transparent consensus score derived from source placement, cross-source recognition and longevity. It is The DJ Hangout's coverage score, not a source's rating.

WHY IT'S HERESupported by 1 evidence stream; release history of 18 years. Highest cited source position: #24 on Mixmag reader poll. Source rankings remain separate from the DJ Hangout Hall score.

Originally released in 2008. Label: Mau5trap.

SOURCE EVIDENCE

Mixmag reader poll — source rank #24

CLASSIFICATIONElectronic / Dance

Genre labels are conservative. Where the source material does not expose a precise subgenre, the record stays in a broader electronic/club lane instead of receiving an invented microgenre.

100 OF 500 MATCHING RECORDS SHOWN

04 / YOUTUBE STORY ENGINE

500 TRACKS.
HUNDREDS OF STORIES.

The Hall is also a programming engine for @TheDJHangout. Every ranking, genre, decade and source comparison can become a long-form episode, Short, article or recurring series without leaving the electronic-music lane.

01 / Countdown electronic Hall of Fame story

01 / COUNTDOWNTHE 25 GREATEST ELECTRONIC RECORDS IN THE 2026 HALL

A flagship countdown explaining the evidence behind each placement instead of reading a list on camera.

02 / Genre Halls electronic Hall of Fame story

02 / GENRE HALLSHOUSE · TECHNO · TRANCE · D&B · DUBSTEP

Turn the master list into genre-specific Hall of Fame episodes, with subgenre branches and historical context.

03 / Time Machine electronic Hall of Fame story

03 / TIME MACHINETHE BEST ELECTRONIC RECORD FROM EVERY YEAR

Use the year data to move decade by decade through the records that shaped electronic music.

04 / Deep Dive electronic Hall of Fame story

04 / DEEP DIVEWHY THIS RECORD IS IN THE HALL

One track per episode: source evidence, longevity, scene context, influence and what DJs can still learn from it.

05 / Then Vs Now electronic Hall of Fame story

05 / THEN VS NOWCLASSIC STATUS VS 2026 ACTIVITY

Compare Hall of Fame legacy with today’s separately labeled Beatport, Traxsource, streaming and discovery signals.

06 / Forgotten Classics electronic Hall of Fame story

06 / FORGOTTEN CLASSICSTHE RECORDS NEW DJS SHOULD KNOW

Surface lower-ranked or older tracks with strong historical evidence that younger electronic audiences may not have heard.

05 / READ IT CORRECTLY

CANON IS
NOT A FACT.

An all-time ranking is a coverage model, not an objective law of music. The important part is that the evidence is visible, the rules are consistent and the list can be revisited when the 2027 class is researched.