Where to Start with hardcore

genre of electronic dance music

84 artists

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hardcore Artists

About hardcore

What is hardcore?

genre of electronic dance music

Where should I start with hardcore?

Start with "Kaleidoscope" by Tiësto. It captures what makes hardcore worth exploring.

What are the best hardcore albums?

The hardcore albums worth hearing first: "Kaleidoscope" by Tiësto, "Drive" by Tiësto, "A Town Called Paradise" by Tiësto, "Compiler Optimization Techniques" by The Algorithm and "The London Sessions" by Tiësto.

How many hardcore artists are there?

Spinsource covers 84 hardcore artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.