Tech House: Where Techno Meets House Music

Dave ThompsonMarch 25, 202415 min read
Club Culture

Tech house emerged in the mid-1990s, bridging the gap between house music's soulful groove and techno's mechanical precision. The genre has evolved to become one of clubland's most popular sounds.

Technical Specifications

  • BPM Range: 124-128
  • Key Characteristics: Rolling basslines, tech percussion, house grooves
  • Energy Level: 8/10
  • Typical Song Length: 6-7 minutes

Leading Artists

  • Carl Cox - Genre pioneer
  • Fisher - Modern icon
  • Hot Since 82 - Deep tech master
  • Green Velvet - Chicago legend
  • Patrick Topping - UK innovator
  • Michael Bibi - New school leader
  • Jamie Jones - Paradise founder
  • Martinez Brothers - NYC sound
  • Solardo - Manchester duo
  • Dennis Cruz - Spanish influence

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Genre Comparisons

Similarities with House:

  • Groovy basslines
  • Vocal elements
  • Danceable rhythm

Differences from Techno:

  • More groove-focused
  • Less industrial
  • More vocal elements

Essential Playlists

Tech House Essentials

Club Tech

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