There are few countries with as vibrant and thriving a dance music culture as the Netherlands. If you’re looking to explore the sound of Dutch dance in 2024, then you absolutely must give these artists a try.
1. Sander van Doorn
If you’re looking for some iconic Dutch electro house then Sander van Doorn is the artist for you. From DJing in Ibiza to making remixes for the likes of the Arctic Monkeys, he’s well and truly earned his spot in many a DJ Mag top 100.
2. Fedde Le Grand
In 2006, Fedde Le Grand was blasted into the public eye by the success of his single “Put Your Hands Up 4 Detroit”. Since then, his personal blend of tech and progressive house have kept him on playlists around the world.
3. W&W
Of course it’s not all about the solo artists as DJ duo W&W prove only too well. As the founders of Mainstage Music, Willem van Hangem Jr and Wardt van der Harst have been instrumental in shaping the modern big room house scene. Meanwhile their original tracks cover a huge range of dance music genres providing a true insight into the Dutch DJ sound.
4. Ferry Corsten
Dance music simply wouldn’t be where it is today without Ferry Corsten and his incredibly innovative approach. Active in the genre for over thirty years, Corsten has always been an artist whose work pushed the boundaries of what dance music could be. If you want to know more about Dutch dance music as well as modern dance music as a whole, then Corsten 100% belongs on your list.
5. Sam Feldt
An incredible DJ known for tracks like “Summer on You” and “Runaways” – not to mention his explosive remake of Robin S.’ “Show Me Love – in recent years Sam Feldt has expanded beyond music and into the world of activism as his charity, The Heartfeldt Foundation, seeks to raise awareness on the subject of climate change.
6. Lucas & Steve
Two of Spinnin’ Records biggest breakout stars, Lucas & Steve are some of the most interesting creative collaborators in the space right now – having even worked with multiple other entries on this list before now. Their music incorporates synths and keyboards along with a more technical approach to creating an original sound.
7. Jay Hardway
Known in part for his collaborations with Dutch icon Martin Garrix, Jay Hardway’s sound speaks to everything that’s incredible about Dutch dance music. Cutting edge and modern, Hardway’s music has brought him an international audience both from across Europe and the wider world of dance.
8. Blasterjaxx
Another Dutch Dance DJ Duo, Blasterjaxx are one of the more recent entries on this list but their sound speaks to the new wave of artists coming through. First hitting the scene in 2010, they’ve worked with some of the dance world’s biggest labels including Spinnin’ Records, Revealed, and Mixmash just to name a few and their big house/electro style is always worth a listen.
9. Mike Williams
Another artist from the Spinnin’ Records lineup, Mike Williams is seen by some as a future successor to champion of Dutch House himself, Tiësto. Even Tiësto went so far as to describe him as an artist of the future and the two have collaborated together. If you’re looking for a fresh take on that classic sound, then Williams certainly belongs on your list.
10. Julian Jordan
Last but certainly not least, Julian Jordan is a prime example of how modern Dutch house music blends every house genre without restraint. From electro to bass, progressive, and even big room, Jordan’s catalogue is, in many ways, like taking a tour of the genre.
And if you’re looking for somewhere to start, then why not check out “Kangaroo” – a collaboration with none other than Sander van Doorn.
