Progressive House

Progressive house is a subgenre of house music that emerged in the early 1990s. It's characterized by its evolving, atmospheric sound, focusing on melody and gradual changes over time. It generally avoids abrupt changes, and features layers of sounds that build up and break down to create a dynamic listening experience.

Progressive house developed in the early 1990s as a reaction against the harder, more repetitive sounds of early house and techno. DJs and producers began experimenting with longer track lengths, more complex arrangements, and more melodic elements. Key figures in the genre's development include Sasha, John Digweed, and Nick Warren. The genre gained popularity throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, becoming a staple of club culture and dance music festivals.