Techno is a form of electronic dance music (EDM) that emerged in Detroit, Michigan, USA during the mid to late 1980s. The first recorded use of the word techno, in reference to a genre of music, was in 1988. Many styles of techno now exist, but Detroit techno is seen as the foundation upon which a number of subgenres have been built.
Techno had its roots in the electronic house music made in Detroit in the mid-'80s. Where house still had explicit connection to disco even when it was entirely mechanical, techno was strictly electronic music, designed for a small, specific audience.
The first techno producers and DJs -- Kevin Saunderson, Juan Atkins, and Derrick May, am ...
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Percussive electro - world piece with Indian Tabla, traditional instruments, and glitchy synth sounds, all supported by a heavy dub-step beat. Armed with catchy tunes, this instrumental is ideal for TV shows, movies, video games and documentaries related to ethnicity, exotic places and action. Instrumental, Indian, Indian Electronica
Minimalistic techno piece, with subtle variations and a hypnotic vibe. Somewhat dark and mysterious, but also playful, edgy, fun, sassy, sweet & energetic. Party, night clubs, dancing, rave. Great for fashion shows, mysterious themes, modern sitcom, opening, infomercial. Simple, sexy, repetitive. Instrumental, Dance, Techno
Exciting, happening, stream of information and updates. Drums and groove kick in after about 30 seconds. A sense of positive urgency and new frontiers. Good for corporate presentations, visual imagery, 3D animation and more. Instrumental, Dance, Techno
Energetic, uplifting, futuristic dance beat. Happy synth riff, groovy drums and percussion. High energy, hi-tech, youth, party. Perfect for media productions, games, films, corporate presentations, bar and night club scenes, as well as for workouts, exercise, aerobics, training, spinning and sports. Instrumental, Dance, Hard House
Chilled Progressive House track slowly building from melodic arpeggios to lush string pads. Imagine it’s the last track the DJ spins as the sunrises. Perfect for clubbing holidays and promotions. Instrumental, Electronic, Electropop
Youthful, contemporary, driving and heartfelt... Sunn's style is truly her own, from her skillful songwriting to her cutting-edge Dance remix productions. "Shoulda" tells a very personal story we can all relate to -- one of overcoming a bad relationships and finding the strength to move on... Female Vocals, Dance, Techno
Determined, slick, spacey, futuristic dance beat. Fresh synths, groovy bass and steady drums. High energy, hi-tech, youth, party. Good for media productions, games/film, corporate presentations, bar and night club scenes, as well as for workouts, exercise, aerobics, training, spinning and sports. Instrumental, Dance, House
Check out this awesome Techno mix! Described as “Katy Perry vs. Lady Gaga meets Taylor Swift," Sunn's style is truly her own, from her skillful songwriting to her cutting-edge Dance remix productions. "Shoulda" tells a very personal story we can all relate to -- one of overcoming a bad relationship. Female Vocals, Dance, Techno
A funky electronica, dancefloor number built on a repeated sine synth pattern and moderately fast, but not too hard, techno rhythms. Has a sense of excitement, development, activity, movement, tasks being carried out. Instrumental, Dance, Techno
Think: "BATTLE-STAR GALACTICA" "ET EXTRA TERRESTIAL" Medium fast Futuristic Funky Techno club banger with pulsating Synths the Oliverwho Factory is known for. Great for Futuristic & Space movies-Club scenes and Video games, Instrumental, Dance, Techno
Ambient dance track with atmosheric and somewhat mysterious mix of beats, real drums, synths, guitarsamples and choir. Cool for film, tv and games. Great for newsitems and openingsthemes, Instrumental, Electronic, Psybient
Dangerous, motivated, serious Electronica instrumental with middle eastern violins and fast tempo. Builds up with synth and beat comes in at 20 second mark. Fitting for themes like action, danger, dancing, chase, and more. Instrumental, Dance, Techno
A minimalistic electronica track with a subtle arrangement and evolving athmospheres. Positive, optimistic, futuristic, highly suitable for science & technology, climatics and corporate presentations. Also fits lifestyles, fashion, shopping, luxury. Rich and famous people, celebrities. Instrumental, Pop, Synthpop
Contemporary corporate friendly pop synth track is upbeat & easygoing. House techno vibe is funky modern and happy. Wide range of possibile uses. Perfect for commercial, corporate advertising, documentaries fashion show infomercials csi investigation type shows and reality tv. Instrumental, Corporate, Electronic Progressive
Progressive techno trance / deep-house. Strong, upbeat, determined drive. Excited, energy oozing, motivating. Good for dance club, euphoric dance, exercise and workouts, swirling on-screen visuals, exciting product launch, video games and more. Very energetic, motivated and uplifting. Instrumental, Dance, Electro House
Check out this hot and popping electronic dance track... certain to get your production hopping! Features a steady drum groove, syncopated, intricate synthesizers... and dynamic breaks. Perfect for any dance, exercise, fashion show, corporate, high tech or modern production, project or commercial. Instrumental, Dance, Techno
The tense atmosphere of this electronic track can cause mixed feelings. It is great for video, websites, radio, etc.. Works great as a background track. Instruments: synth lead, synth poly, synth pad, synth bass, electronic drums, percussion, fx! Instrumental, Dance, Techno
A blend of pop, electronica and dance, this is a polished dance track available in a vocal version as well as an instrumental version. Highly polished and with a very catchy chorus and irresistable synth bass on the verses. Male Vocals, Pop, Pop Music
Pounding club dance-floor beats written for upbeat contemporary radio & TV commercials. Europop, Techno, Hip-hop style dance featuring solid beats & modern dance synth sounds with lazer style 'whooshes' FX. Ideal for pop dance radio ads. 30sec full mix & 30sec underscore mix, Instrumental, Dance, Dance-Pop
High energy dance, techno. Fast electronic beats, strong forward drive. Euphoric, energizing, movating, determined. Good for energetic media and presentations, sports and action footage, cycling, running, exciting and motivational media, and more. (There is also a Vocal version of this track ava, Instrumental, Dance, Trance
Bright and funky Electro Dance Pop, European pop charts style, Emotive / Euphoric, Free flying, melodic synth patterns and strong, hard dance beats, Catchy and spirited, Good for young, exciting, colourful media, dancing and partying, exciting product launches and more, Also good for exercise, work, Instrumental, Dance, Dance-Pop
This high-energy dance track features an intense groove fueled by some cool electronic sounds as well as some soulful female vocals... Female Vocals, Dance, Techno
Dance track that builds on a classic 4/4 kick drum pattern, but evolves into a sick drum & bass drop with great enthusiasm! Whoever might use this as their theme music, strength and honor will bestow them as they live a determined and focused life. Power is the underlying message of this music! Instrumental, Dance, Electro House
A bright, sparkling, refreshing Pop / Dance track, influenced by Chart pop, R&B / Dance crossover artists such as Rihanna, Timbaland, DJ Antoine and David Guetta. Funky / Frisky / Youthful / Party music, Instrumental, Pop, Pop/EDM
Slick and streamlined pop-groove track featuring swirling pads, subtle guitar solos and vocal layers. Positive and uptempo, yet smooth and warm as well - blending elements of rock, pop, techno and soul / r&b to great effect. Instrumental, Pop, Pop Groove
High-tech electro grooves, pumping and sizzling. A moody but upbeat electronica track with distant vocal chants and swirling pads. Great for commercials, product presentation, dance/club scene, confident corporate material, sports footage and much more. Instrumental, Dance, House
Modern sounding electronic track with dutch influenced club sound. Blends of Trap and Main Room House in this upbeat and funky sounding tune. The track opens with a slow breakdown with off beat drums and low brass stabs. Male Vocals, Dance, Rave
Techno/Electro/breakbeat track with dynamic drum parts. Hot and great fun! Super cardio fitness track or developing romance, urban club scene, or romantic comedy. Chaotic youthful vibe for 20-somethings. Cool sexy sassy catwalk or new car commercial. Instrumental, Dance, Techno
Catchy synth-pop. Bright and fresh with up-front melodies and party mood. Good for young audiences, party nights, fashion shows, colorful and youthful media. Fun and uplifting; naïve, bubbly, Instrumental, Pop, Pop/EDM
Very tension techno music track. Excellent for background music, web, video, presentations, dance floors and even listening. Instruments: synth poly, synth pad, synth bass, electronic drums, percussion, fx. The tense atmosphere of this electronic track can cause mixed feelings. Instrumental, Dance, Techno
Pulsating upbeat danceable synth track with a positive funky vibe and 4 on the floor beat. Suitable as a film underscore, commercial, TV ads documentary and travel, sports and corporate use. Theme music to reinforce scenes of action, fun, excitement, Action, fun, full of bouncy, lively energy, Instrumental, Dance, Techno
Highly quirky, eccentric, bizarre and downright kooky electro/techno track with all the cheeky elements making it perfect for children's TV, tweenies, teens and any ads, commercials or scenes requiring quirkiness. Cheesy synth lines, heavily layered, beats, techno buzzes and squirts. All out fun! Instrumental, Dance, Techno
Dynamic hi tech track with driving keyboard riffs. Reminiscent of C&C Music Factory with a futuristic flare. Think: Madd Maxx movie or an action packed sports event with high energy. Can also be heard in Sci-Fi films the likes of Blade Runner. Scores that need a marching beat such as "Drumline." Mixed Vocals, Action, Theme Power Play
A funky and sassy Pop / Dance track with influences from Chart Pop, House / Techno and Dubstep / UK Bass. Party mood. Strutting, confident. Good for party, fashion, youth lifestyle, sport / workout and more, Instrumental, Pop, Pop/EDM
