10 LGBTQ+ Artists Who Indelibly Shaped the House Music Landscape

Italy

Marco Faraone

United States

Saeed Younan

Danny Tenaglia’s long and fabled career didn’t begin with one runaway hit or quick shot to fame, but rather with a slow burn and years of dedication to developing his craft.

Tenaglia’s love of music began when he was just 10 years old, growing up in New York, listening to his first vinyl records. He cites artists like Marvin Gaye, The Trammps, Giorgio Moroder, and Hugh Maskela as early inspirations, pulling from their soul, motown, disco, and jazz inspired sounds to build the foundation for his own music.

Tenaglia began DJing in 1985, after a move to Miami and a subsequent residency at Cheers nightclub. After five years in Florida, however, he returned home and began to bolster his career in a new way, remixing artists like Madonna and Jamiroquai. And in 1995, he fully took the plunge into creating his own music with the release of his first album, ‘Hard and Soul,’ on New York’s Tribal Records.

Over the next five years, Tenaglia would edge his way closer and closer to the fame he’s now secured. Through a series of gigs and residencies at clubs like New York’s Roxy and Twilo, and international releases like 2000’s “Athens” mix in the UK-based Global Underground series, he slowly built himself up until it seemed the whole dance music world was finally taking note.

Now, the famed DJ/producer is among the names etched into dance music history. In 2002, he was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Remixed Recording for his take on Depeche Mode’s “I Feel Loved.” Although he didn’t ultimately go home with the prize, Tenaglia’s been decorated by 3 DJ Award’s, 3 International Music Award’s, and two Musik Award’s. He’s still playing clubs and festivals around the world, too, and has surely made an impact on the next generation of dance music stars, with many of them citing him as an inspiration.

classic progressive house

garage house

tribal house

Danny Tenaglia

France

big room

dance pop

pop dance

David Guetta

pop house

uk dance

MEDUZA

United Kingdom

deep groove house

house

James Hype

Spain

Hï Ibiza

David Guetta & MORTON Present Future Rave Opening Party

David Guetta and Morton present Future Rave

uk house

Secondcity

Melé

Türkiye

turkish pop

Bora Uzer

tech house

uk tech house

Eskuche

Daniel Orpi

Denmark

Manda Moor

french tech house

Sirus Hood

arab electronic

Yousef

deep tech house

latin tech house

Cuartero

HVNLEE

elrow Ibiza

Avant Gardner

elrow New York: Dance With The Serpent

danish electronic

scandipop

MORTEN

David Guetta & MORTON Present Future Rave Week 17

Germany

minimal techno

schranz

techno

Len Faki

Park Slope Brooklyn Warehouse

STAX: Danny Tenaglia & Len Faki

Carl Cox

Danny Tenaglia's 60th Birthday Live Stream Marathon!

chicago house

deep house

disco house

Dave Lee

Honey Dijon

Glitterbox

David Guetta & MORTON Present Future Rave Week 5

Switzerland

deep disco house

melodic house

melodic techno

swiss house

Adriatique

acid techno

float house

CINTHIE

french techno

minimal dub

Anetha

Ben Böhmer

Belgium

belgian techno

electra

Charlotte de Witte

Eliza Rose

nu gabber

Héctor Oaks

Kerri Chandler

minimal tech house

The Martinez Brothers

Netherlands

dark techno

Reinier Zonneveld

detroit house

detroit techno

Octave One

electronica

german techno

leipzig electronic

Paul Kalkbrenner

acid house

canadian electronic

microhouse

Richie Hawtin

ukg revival

salute

, an annual event held in Barcelona, is a globally renowned festival that celebrates advanced music and new media art. Founded in 1994 by Ricard Robles, Enric Palau, and Sergi Caballero, Sónar has grown into a cultural phenomenon, attracting thousands of attendees from around the world.

The festival is divided into two distinct parts: Sónar by Day and Sónar by Night. Sónar by Day focuses on showcasing emerging talent, hosting professional networking activities, and featuring exhibitions and conferences that delve into the intersection of technology, creativity, and music. This segment is known for its relaxed atmosphere, set in various urban locations around the city, providing a platform for artistic exploration and innovation.

Sónar by Night, on the other hand, transforms into a high-energy extravaganza featuring some of the most acclaimed names in electronic music. The night-time events are held in expansive venues, where cutting-edge audiovisual performances and immersive experiences create a unique ambiance.

One of the festival’s key highlights is its dedication to fostering dialogue between the creative and technology sectors. The Sónar+D conference runs concurrently with the festival, offering workshops, panel discussions, and presentations by industry leaders and innovators. This convergence of music, art, and technology positions Sónar as a forward-thinking event that continuously pushes the boundaries of creativity.

Over the years, Sónar has expanded its reach with international editions in cities like Reykjavik, Hong Kong, and Buenos Aires, further solidifying its reputation as a global hub for contemporary culture. With its unique blend of music, art, and technology, Sónar Festival continues to inspire and influence the global creative community.

Danny Tenaglia

Articles

Other artists