Ready to enter the electrifying world of the hottest new EDM songs of 2024?
This year, the electronic dance genre exploded with captivating beats, unforgettable drops, and chart-smashing tracks that should undoubtedly be on your playlists moving forward. From trance to house and everything in between, we’ve enjoyed a variety of songs across different genres within EDM.
From underground gems to Billboard chart-toppers, the EDM scene has witnessed innovative sounds with artists that are pushing the boundaries by mixing music to create tracks that appeal to both casual listeners and hardcore EDM fans.
Whether you’re raving at EDM festivals, jamming at home, or vibing in your car, these tracks will keep you dancing. They are not just songs; they’re anthems that set the tone of the future of electronic music.
This guide takes you through the hottest new EDM songs of 2024 that are cementing the genre in the centerspace of the global music scene.
EDM Billboard Chart Toppers of 2024
Let’s open this guide with the EDM tracks dominating the Billboard charts in 2024. These tracks are proof of the power of electronic dance music’s popularity.
1. "I Like It" by Alesso and Nate Smith
Alesso has proven that his beats are as infectious as they are versatile with this hot jam!
Whether its playing on the airwaves, in a club, or at home, Alesso’s collaboration with rising country star Nate Smith is a fusion of dance and country music that feels like a throwback anthem for EDM lovers.
Released in July 2024, this track pushed the Swedish dance music superstar to the top of the Billboards’s Dance/Mix Show chart and the Mediabase Dance Radio Airplay chart.
Alesso sealed his position as a chart-topping artist with a second single titled Never Going Home Tonight, also achieving the same feat. Both tracks took the top two spots on November 2nd, earning him a Dance Radio history record of back-to-back No. 1 singles in consecutive weeks.
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2. “Body Moving” by Calvin Harris and Eliza Rose
Coming off his 2024 album titled 96 Months, Calvin Harris features Eliza Rose on Body Moving, a collaborative masterstroke that merges Rose's distinctive vocal prowess with a dynamic blend of disco-fueled beats and basslines.
The result is a perfect symphony of celebration and dance. It invites you to bring your friends to the dancefloor and bask in the magic of musical nights.
With this single, Harris broke a 20-year Billboard charting record for the most #1 records in the Billboard's Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart.
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The Hottest New EDM Songs of 2024
Here’s a list of the hottest EDM songs of 2024 that defined the dancefloor:
1. "Show Me Love" by Nostalgix
This heartfelt single is a masterful ode to Nostalgix’s loneliness, heartbreak, and isolation struggles. It is an emotional exploration of her despair and resilience in a world where most people put up a show of polished perfection.
With this dance record, she opens up on her challenges with loss, unsure how to move forward, and hopes for brighter days ahead.
The single’s release is accompanied by a striking music video that puts the song’s raw energy and emotional depth on display with vivid transitions, strobes, and light display. Electronic music lovers will find it comforting.
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2. “Gatekeeper” by Deathpact
With the release of the highly anticipated track, EDM ravers are eagerly anticipating Deathpact's 2025 headlining tour, From Darkness, Comes Light, set to begin in January 2025.
Gatekeeper highlights the group’s mastery of intense, dark, blistering bass sounds with precision. It delivers a dramatic and thought-provoking dialogue with sinister church bells, crashing thunder, and organ melodies providing an enthralling background.
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3. “Uzumaki” by Munchkin Kat
Inspired by the famous work of horror manga artist Junji Ito, Uzumaki is a dark and disorienting bass track with a glitch-hop twist that drags listeners into a mangled musical plane. It is an audio rendering of Ito’s visual horror production and leaves the listener reeling.
Munchkin translates Ito’s story about a quiet town thrown into disarray when its inhabitants become obsessed with spirals into a darkly disorienting bass music. The track mimics the concept of Ito’s spirals, and listeners can feel the musical layers weaving around their ears.
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4. “Come Aliv3” by RL Grime, Knock2, and Abi Flynn
Knock2 collaborates with RL Grime to produce an upbeat track that is sure to be a festival favourite!
As with every release from the duo, Come Aliv3 is an unforgettable single that compels you to listen and dance. It combines Knock2's club-ready precision and Grime's apocalyptic grandeur to produce creative magic.
Come Aliv3 opens with a bright and euphoric rhythm that lights up any stage or club before ascending into a filthy and snarling trap sequence that pulls you in. Both sequences are tied together by Abi Flynn's airy vocals that offer an intimate pull, contrasting with the track’s explosive production.
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5. "Forever & Always" by VLTGE
Romantic jazz and ferocious dubstep meet in this unique and heavy-hitting soundscape.
Forever & Always is a space opera-themed track off the producer’s EP titled A Space Love Story that tells the story of desperate lovers separated by time and space. It stands out with an alluring saxophone whisper that is overshadowed by a ferocious bass drop that makes the heartbreak and despair vivid.
With this track, VLTGE makes it clear that it is possible for vulnerability and rage or melancholy and mayhem to coexist. It is an ode to the most vulnerable and turbulent moments in love stories.
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6. “A State of Trance Year Mix 2024” by Armin van Buuren
Armin van Buuren presents his 21st iteration of his annual mix show that follows the evolution of the trance sub-genre in electronic dance music.
The mix opens with a rousing introduction narrated by Moby, whose words invite listeners to be immersed in the transformative power of the 113 carefully curated songs featured in the mix. The versatile track selection captures the timeless, dynamic, and ever-evolving essence of trance.
With this, van Buuren pays homage to the contributions of trance legends like Ferry Corsten and newcomers who are already making a mark on the sub-genre’s next chapter.
7. “The Party Never Dies” by Party Favor
The powerhouse producer sure knows how to leave a lasting impression with a final act that showcases his boundary-pushing artistry!
Party Favor released a new EP titled The Party Never Dies to mark a gracious exit from his solo endeavors for the foreseeable future. After 13 years of releasing the hottest EDM productions, he has released a final body of work that is filled with the same creativity, passion, and chaos that have made his career iconic.
The EP affirms that the music lives on and conveys the sense of euphoria and fun that listeners will love.
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EDM Tracks to Listen To
Now that you know the latest EDM songs of 2024, it's time to revise your playlist and turn up the volume. This year's tracks, ranging from chart-topping hits to underground gems, demonstrate the vibrant and innovative nature of EDM. Share your favorite tracks with us, and let’s keep the party alive!
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