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Recommendations for Techno: From Classic Masterpieces to Popular Tracks of the 2000s and Beyond

In the early 1980s, techno was born in Detroit as a derivative of house music, which originated in Chicago’s clubs.

Its spirit of innovation has continued to exert a major influence on artists across other genres.

From a music history perspective, electronic music pioneered by artists like Kraftwerk and YMO is undeniably important.

However, in this article, we’ll focus on techno purely as dance music, introducing classic and popular tracks.

We’ve selected a wide range—from well-known classics to standout tracks from the ’90s and ’00s that emerged alongside the genre’s evolution.

If you’re thinking of getting into techno, be sure to check these out!

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Recommendations for Techno: From Classic Masterpieces to Popular Tracks of the 2000s and Beyond
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1eastExtraKen IshiiSignature tracks by technomusician Ken Ishii
2eastWindowlickerAphex TwinPioneering techno music, experimental and diverse sounds
3eastBorn Slippy (Nuxx)UnderworldIconic songs from the movie Trainspotting
4eastStrings of Life (Original Mix)Rhythim Is Rhythim, May Day, Derrick May & MaydayDerrick May, a pioneer of Detroit techno
5eastThe BellsJeff MillsMusic by Jeff Mills, a leading figure in techno
6eastKnights of the JaguarDJ RolandoThe allure of techno masterpiece DJ Roland
7eastEnfants (chants)Ricardo VillalobosRicardo Villalobos's music
8eastFirestarterThe ProdigyInnovative music that fuses techno and rock
9eastInferno (Original Mix)Carl Cox, Reinier Zonneveld, Christopher CoeThe legendary DJ of Ibiza, Carl Cox’s classic track
10eastHi-Tech JazzGalaxy 2 GalaxyFrom Detroit, a representative track of jazz-fused techno
11eastMr. NavigatorArmin van Buuren vs Tempo GiustoA powerful collaborative track by masters of tech-trance
12eastVoices In My HeadAnyma, Argy, Son of SonA work that pioneers a new frontier in melodic techno
13eastL’Annonce Des CouleursMac ZimmsAn iconic trance track from the ’90s—moving and emotional.
14eastBe The OneEli BrownEli Brown’s acid house-style tech trance
15eastThe Greatest DancerRobert HoodA killer Detroit minimal track, a classic by Floorplan/Robert Hood.
16eastAt Les (Versus Edit Version)Carl CraigInnovative artist of Detroit techno
17eastSharevariA Number of NamesTechno-origin, the cool classic ‘Sharevari’
18eastBig FunInner CityThe Detroit techno classic “Big Fun”
19eastThe Groove That Won’t StopKevin SaundersonKevin Saunderson, a pioneer of Detroit techno
20eastThe Man With The Red FaceLaurent GarnierA signature track by Laurent Garnier, a heavyweight of the techno world
21eastGhetto KravizNina KravizSiberian-born DJ performs in Kyoto wearing a kimono
22eastOrange Minus 1Richie HawtinRichie Hawtin's acid house
23eastPitch BlackFumiya TanakaFumiya Tanaka, a pioneer of techno music
24eastDominoOxiaA classic track by OXIA, a heavyweight of French EDM
25eastStar GuitarThe Chemical BrothersElectronic masterpiece, a big hit at clubs
26eastBlue MondayNew OrderNew Order, pioneers of techno-pop
27eastSmack My Bitch UpThe ProdigyThe Prodigy’s big beat music group
28eastSwerve (Original Mix)DubfireInnovator of techno music, Grammy nominee
29eastTechnologicDaft PunkExpress a futuristic techno vibe with a kids’ voice
30eastL’esperanza (Âme Reinterpretation)Sven VathA techno masterpiece, a work by Sven Väth
31eastPacific 202808 StateA signature song by a soulful techno band that expresses nature.
32eastT-SymmetryDeetronA track by Swiss DJ Sam Gellaitry
33eastThat’s What I’m Talking AboutDJ RushArtistic music by techno maestro DJ Rush
34eastLittle Fluffy CloudsThe OrbLondon DJ unit creates unique music in ambient techno
35eastI Remember (303 Version)KiNKThe innovative sound of techno heavyweight KiNK
36eastDon’t Laugh (Agent Orange DJ Re-Work)WinxWinx House Don’t Laugh, Evolution Version
37eastEnergy FlashJoey BeltramA groundbreaking track from the dawn of the tech era
38eastThird WaveWehbbaThe classic track by dark techno DJ Wehbba
39eastFragile (Original Mix)Joseph CapriatiItalian DJ Joseph's musical activities
40eastFlashGreen VelvetGreen Velvet's techno music
41eastAtmosphereGesaffelsteinA DJ who brought innovation to the techno scene
42eastYour MindAdam Beyer & Bart SkilsTechno anthem, Nordic-style groove
43eastWisdom To The Wise (Red 2) (A. Mochi Re-Edit)Dave ClarkeThe classic track by techno heavyweight Dave Clarke
44eastSubzeroBen KlockFrom Berlin, a heavyweight minimal techno classic
45eastFollowAmelie LensAmelie Lens, the female DJ leading the techno scene
46eastDominatorHuman ResourceThe famous opening sound source of rave techno
47eastSpastik (Original Mix)PlastikmanSignature tracks of Plastikman, the innovator of techno music
48eastAcperience 1HardfloorInnovative in hardfloor and with the TB-303
49eastPhylyps Trak Ii/IiBasic ChannelThe allure of Basic Channel, aka B-Chan
50eastFrench KissLIl’ Louis, The WorldAn innovative classic of Chicago house
51eastThe Battery (Original Mix)Boys NoizeAn influential DJ from the French electro scene
52eastPump ItDJ FunkDJ RIP, a pioneer of Chicago house music
53eastAll My Friends Are In The Bathroom (Feat. Fadi Mohem, J.Manuel)FJAAKTechno Trio: Simple Music and Originality
54eastDead Man Watches the ClockMarcel Dettmann & Ben KlockBen Klock and Marcel Dettmann co-starring
55eastCleopatra (Ricardo Villalobos Cleopathique Remix)Tiga & The Martinez BrothersTechno DJ Tiga’s groundbreaking music collaboration
56eastThe Approach (Original Mix)Alan FitzpatrickPopular techno DJ from Berlin, musical developments
57eastFalling Up (Carl Craig Remix)Theo ParrishTheo Parrish remix by Craig
58eastWhen I RockThomas SchumacherThe signature track of techno DJ Schumacher, an immortal groove.
59eastI’ll ProvideMoodymannA masterpiece that conveys the depth of techno
60eastTyperope (Original Mix)Mathew JonsonThe appeal of unconventional techno music artists
61eastStranger (To Stability) (Len Faki Podium Mix)Dustin ZahnDark techno’s big anthem, a rush of euphoria
62eastLFO (Leeds Warehouse Mix)LFOThe hit songs by LFO and the hiatus after the founder’s death
63eastDrone LogicDaniel AveryAvery’s unique techno sound
64eastClearCybotronAtkins, a pioneer of Detroit techno
65eastEntropieEfdeminA DJ who is active worldwide in minimal techno
66eastTemper TemperGoldieIn the ’90s, the possibilities of electronic music expanded.
67eastPlastic DreamsJay DeeA techno classic with a funk-inspired approach
68eastDomina (Maurizio Mix Edit)MaurizioExplaining key figures in the techno scene and the characteristics of their tracks
69eastConfusion (Pump Panel Reconstruction Mix)New OrderNew Order, the band that revolutionized New Wave