7 Hidden Gems in Electronic Music: A Producer's Guide to Playlist Discovery

Looking to improve your production skills while discovering exciting new talent? Let me show you how curated playlists can help you improve your own tracks.

As an electronic music producer with over 30 years of experience, I understand the thrill of discovering new talent. It’s an exhilarating experience, akin to striking gold. But how do you sift through the noise to find these hidden gems? This article will explore the best playlists for discovering new electronic music talent, and how you can apply these insights to your own music production.

Discovering the Goldmine: Platforms and Playlists for New Talent

Platforms like Spotify, SoundCloud, and Bandcamp are a treasure trove for new electronic music. Spotify’s ‘Discover Weekly’ and ‘Release Radar’ are personalized to your listening habits, making them a unique resource. Similarly, SoundCloud’s ‘Fresh Pressed’ and Bandcamp’s ‘New & Notable’ playlists are superb for unearthing emerging talent.

Why does this matter for electronic music? It’s a genre that thrives on innovation and fresh talent. By keeping abreast of emerging artists, you stay inspired and informed about the latest trends and techniques. For example, I once discovered an unknown artist on SoundCloud who employed an innovative use of granular synthesis. This inspired me to experiment with Omnisphere in my productions, leading to some of my most creative work.

However, a common mistake is to passively consume these playlists. Instead, actively analyze the tracks. What makes them stand out? Is it the production, the mixing, the mastering, or something else? Remember, you can book a track consultation with Euterpa Studios to further dissect and understand these tracks.

Curating Your Own Playlist: An Exercise in Active Listening

Creating your own playlist is not just about personal enjoyment, but also an exercise in active listening. Include tracks that inspire you, challenge you, and push the boundaries of electronic music.

This technique is especially relevant in electronic music due to its diverse sub-genres. By curating tracks from various sub-genres, you expose yourself to a wide range of production techniques. For instance, while working on a client’s house track, I drew inspiration from a glitch-hop track I’d recently added to my playlist. The result was a unique house track with glitchy elements that my client loved.

Remember to avoid the pitfall of sticking to familiar sub-genres. Explore and experiment. If you feel stuck, consider applying for our full production service at Euterpa Studios. We can help bring a fresh perspective to your tracks.

Applying Playlist Insights to Your Production

The ultimate aim of discovering new talent and curating your own playlist is to improve your own productions. Incorporate elements you admire into your work. This could be a unique sound design technique, a compelling song structure, or an innovative mixing method.

In electronic music, the possibilities are endless. One such example is when I incorporated a unique sidechain technique I heard in a deep house track into a client’s synthwave track. It added a pulsating rhythm that elevated the track. However, be careful not to copy but instead, adapt and personalize these techniques.

To ensure you’re on the right track, consider getting your track professionaly mixed or mastered at Euterpa Studios. I can help refine your sound and bring out the best in your productions.

In conclusion, discovering new electronic music talent through playlists is not just about finding new music to enjoy. It’s a journey of continuous learning and inspiration that can significantly improve your own productions. So embrace the thrill of discovery, and let it guide your music production journey.

Ready to take your music production to the next level? Learn more about our services at Euterpa Studios. We can help you breathe new life into your tracks with innovative techniques and fresh perspectives.