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Vocal trance

Vocal trance is a music genre that emerged in Europe in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of trance. Explore key artists and related styles.

About Vocal trance

Vocal trance is a music genre that emerged in Europe in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of trance.

Artists closely associated with the genre include Armin van Buuren, Paul van Dyk and ATB.

From Wikipedia

Trance is a genre of electronic dance music that emerged from the techno and EBM scene in Frankfurt, Germany, in the late 1980s and early 1990s, and quickly spread throughout Europe.

Trance music is typically characterized by a tempo between 120 and 150 beats per minute (BPM), repeating melodic phrases and a musical form that distinctly builds tension and elements throughout a track often culminating in 1 to 2 "peaks" or "drops". Although trance is a genre of its own, it liberally incorporates influences from other musical styles such as techno, house, chill-out, classical music, tech house, ambient and film scores.

Genre family tree

Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Vocal trance.

Key artists

  • Armin van Buuren
  • Paul van Dyk
  • ATB

Related genres

Frequently asked questions

What is Vocal trance?

Vocal trance is a music genre that emerged in Europe in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of trance.

Where and when did Vocal trance originate?

Vocal trance originated in Europe in the 1990s.

Who are famous Vocal trance artists?

Armin van Buuren, Paul van Dyk and ATB.

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