Techno
Techno is a form of electronic dance music that became popular in Frankfurt, Germany during the early 1980s. It was influenced by synthpop, house music, funk, post-disco and futuristic fiction ideas that were important during the end of the Cold War in the United States at that time. Juan Atkins is generally thought to be the founder of Detroit Techno music.[1] Detroit Techno first became successful locally and then became popular around the world in the 1990s.
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Usage of the term
The word "techno" comes from "technology". Fans of Techno music are careful in their use of the word. They are careful not to confuse it with other types of music that are similar but different (for example house, trance, trap). At the same time, the word "techno" is commonly used when talking about all forms of electronic music and dance music, especially in Europe, the Americas and Australia. Despite the common usage of the term to refer to all electronic dance in general, techno is a specific genre with its own, distinguishable sound. By nature, techno tends to be highly repetitive, instrumentally-oriented music which follows a regular four-on-the-floor beat. The genre places a strong emphasis on rhythm, and techno tends to have a very beat-based sound.
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The Belleville Three performing at the Detroit Masonic Temple in 2017. From left to right: Juan Atkins, Kevin Saunderson, and Derrick May
Roland TB-303: The bass line synthesizer that was used prominently in acid house.
Doorway to Dorian Gray in Frankfurt, venue of the dance event Technoclub by Talla 2XLC
The original Tresor club (1991–2005)
Tanith in 1994
Underworld during a live performance
References
- ↑ Mason, Natasha. "Magnetic Music Roots: The Origin of Techno with Juan Atkins". Magnetic Magazine. Retrieved 2021-06-09.
Other websites
- Sounds Like Techno – an online documentary
- Korg EMX Summer in Detroit at YouTube, a video example of techno being performed live
- Techno songs Archived 2014-12-18 at the Wayback Machine blog with regular updates of the newest techno beats and electro music