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[2025] Recommended for Summer! A Roundup of Dance Music in Western Pop

If you’re looking to get hyped this summer with up-tempo dance tracks, or searching for the perfect BGM for midsummer drives and parties, this article is for you!

We’ve put together a roundup of dance numbers perfect for summer—featuring the latest hits and buzzworthy tracks, plus of course timeless classics.

“Dance music” covers a wide range of styles, and this time we’ve picked a diverse mix from EDM and disco-pop to Latin music and reggaeton.

Use it as a reference to create your very own summer playlist!

[2025] Best Picks for Summer! A Collection of Western Dance Music (11–20)

Things I Haven’t Told YouDavid Guetta, Audio Bullys, DJs From Mars

David Guetta, Audio Bullys, DJs From Mars – Things I Haven’t Told You (Official Audio)
Things I Haven’t Told YouDavid Guetta, Audio Bullys, DJs From Mars

This track is a true dream collaboration, bringing together France’s world-class top DJ and producer David Guetta, the UK’s Audio Bullys, and Italy’s DJs From Mars.

At its core is Audio Bullys’ classic “We Don’t Care,” which reached No.

15 on the UK charts in January 2003.

Fans who’ve heard its rebirth for the modern festival stage are raving about its floor-shaking energy.

The original’s powerful message—“we don’t care what others think”—matches perfectly with the sleek, refined beat.

Released in August 2025, this song is a positive anthem that blows away everyday frustrations and is perfect for moments when you want to move forward.

SEE U DANCEJoey Valence & Brae

Joey Valence & Brae – SEE U DANCE (Feat. Rebecca Black)
SEE U DANCEJoey Valence & Brae

A track by the American hip-hop duo Joey Valence & Brae, who made waves in 2022 with their single “Punk Tactics,” certified Gold by the RIAA.

Crafted to evoke the early-2000s club scene, it’s an exhilarating, high-energy number.

Here, featured artist Rebecca Black delivers a catchy hook that captures the heat of the dancefloor.

The straightforward message—celebrating the joy of dancing with abandon, without worrying about anyone’s gaze—is spot on.

Give this cut from the album “HYPERYOUTH,” set for release in August 2025, a spin to boost your mood at parties or on a drive.

I Like ItAlesso, Nate Smith

Alesso, Nate Smith – I Like It (Official Video)
I Like ItAlesso, Nate Smith

A new track by world-renowned EDM producer Alesso and country musician Nate Smith is making waves.

This song is a party anthem perfect for summer festivals, where energetic beats and soulful vocals blend seamlessly.

Released on July 12, 2024, it’s drawing attention as a groundbreaking work that fuses dance music with country elements.

The lyrics, centered on youthful energy and fun, portray the allure of nightlife and spontaneous encounters, captivating listeners from start to finish.

Highly recommended for anyone looking to elevate their summer activities—whether festivals, barbecues, or road trips.

WaterfallsJames Hype

James Hype – Waterfalls (ft. Sam Harper & Bobby Harvey)
WaterfallsJames Hype

This is a dance anthem crafted by UK-born DJ James Hype, who seamlessly moves between tech house and EDM.

After his debut single shot straight to No.

8 on the UK charts in 2017, this track he dropped in August 2025 stands out with its energetic, UK garage–rooted sound.

The shimmering synths in the drop and the accelerating tempo perfectly capture the frenzy of summer festivals.

Lyrically, it compares overflowing emotions to a grand waterfall, delivering an exhilarating message to let everything go and surrender to the flow.

Whether you want to break free from everyday constraints or turn up with your crew, this is guaranteed to lift your spirits!

Just A Dance (ft. Nile Rodgers)Alfie Templeman

Alfie Templeman – Just A Dance feat. Nile Rodgers (Official Video)
Just A Dance (ft. Nile Rodgers)Alfie Templeman

This song, which has been trending thanks to a collaboration with legendary guitarist Nile Rodgers, is a sublime dance tune that fuses funky, ’80s-disco-inspired guitar riffs with a catchy melody.

It carries a positive message that since life is ultimately “just a dance,” we should enjoy it more—making it a perfect track for the present moment.

Featured on the album Radiosoul, it was released on June 3, 2024, and is slated to be performed on the subsequently announced world tour.

It’s a stylish, happy number you’ll want to blast on a nighttime drive.

MAGNET (with MAX)Gryffin & Disco Lines

MAGNET (with MAX) – Gryffin & Disco Lines (Official Music Video)
MAGNET (with MAX)Gryffin & Disco Lines

An energetic dance tune themed around the strong bond and pull between lovers has arrived! Gryffin and Disco Lines team up with MAX’s catchy vocals, blending emotional depth with an uplifting mood.

Released in May 2024, the track features distinctive synthesizer rhythms and a dynamic beat—perfect for getting crowds hyped at both clubs and festivals.

It’s also ideal for summer drives, making it a great recommendation for young couples.

Gryffin himself has said it’s “one of my favorite collaborations,” too.

[2025] Recommended for Summer! A Compilation of Western Dance Music (21–30)

Tear It Down (feat. Bok Nero)Riot Ten

Riot Ten – Tear It Down [Monstercat Release]
Tear It Down (feat. Bok Nero)Riot Ten

A hard-hitting track that fuses energetic dubstep sounds with aggressive rap.

This collaboration by Riot Ten and Bok Nero was released in June 2024 on the Monstercat label.

Characterized by a heavy bassline and pounding, hard-hitting beats, it conveys a sense of breaking through the status quo and hope for a new beginning.

Released as the second single from Riot Ten’s Feral EP, this is a must-listen for dubstep fans—perfect for listeners looking to ignite the crowd at summer festivals and in the club.