House
House is a genre of electronic music with its own unique characteristics and history.
Typical BPM
118-135
Mood
Energetic
Era
1980s
Rhythm
Four-on-the-floor beat with syncopated hi-hats and a prominent bassline
About
House music is a genre of electronic dance music characterized by a repetitive four-on-the-floor beat and a tempo of 120 to 130 beats per minute. It is often layered with synthesized melodies, samples, and vocals. Subgenres include acid house, deep house, progressive house, and tech house.
History
House music originated in Chicago in the early 1980s. It's named after the Warehouse club, where DJ Frankie Knuckles pioneered the sound by mixing disco, funk, and electronic music. It quickly spread to other cities and countries, becoming a dominant force in electronic dance music.