It’s pretty amazing to look back and see how my taste in music has evolved over the years. In my previous post, I mapped out my musical journey—my influences, the artists who shaped my taste, and how I arrived at where I am today. But here’s the thing: I’m not done. And honestly, for a music fanatic like me, I doubt I ever will be. There’s just too much incredible music out there waiting to be discovered, appreciated, and understood.
That said, if you’d told me years ago that I’d one day be diving deep into electronic music, synth-pop, or even straight-up pop, I would’ve laughed. Growing up, I was all about rock—nothing else. But as I got older, I started opening up. It’s funny because I can trace it all back to my high school days when I first heard Random Access Memories (2013) by Daft Punk. That album was a game-changer. If you haven’t listened to it yet, do yourself a favor and fix that—seriously, you’re missing out on a masterpiece packed with genre-spanning influences.
And here’s where things get interesting: my love for electronic music actually stems from my appreciation for disco. Yeah, you heard me—DISCO DOES NOT SUCK. THANK YOU VERY MUCH. LEARN TO APPRECIATE IT. IT’S THE BACKBONE OF SO MANY ICONIC BEATS TODAY! (Okay, I’ll stop yelling now, but you get the point.) Those funky rhythms, infectious grooves, and melodic foundations laid the groundwork for so much of what we hear in electronic music today. Even as a kid, I secretly loved disco—Michael Jackson’s Thriller (1982) and Off the Wall (1979), the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack (1977), ABBA’s Gold (1992), Diana Ross, the Bee Gees—my parents’ record collection had a lasting impact. But it wasn’t until I revisited those records years later that I fully understood their influence.
That rediscovery led me straight to George Clinton—cue the AHHHHH! If you haven’t heard his music, think Funkadelic, Parliament, and his 1982 album Computer Games. That record bridges the gap between funk, electronic experimentation, and cutting-edge production. And that’s where it all clicked for me—I’ve always had a soft spot for music that fuses funk with electronic elements. The groove gets deeper, the beats get richer, and the whole thing just comes alive. Naturally, this brought me back to Daft Punk, whose discography isn’t just a celebration of music—it’s a masterclass in blending genres. You will lose yourself in the music.
From there, I took another step forward—into synth-pop. Enter Chromeo. Their sound is instantly recognizable, effortlessly blending electronic elements with pop hooks and infectious grooves. If you’re new to the genre, start with White Women (2014), Clusterfunk (2023), or Adult Contemporary (2024). Trust me, these records strike the perfect balance between electronic experimentation and pure pop accessibility. And right now, as I write this? White Women is playing in the background—and it’s as engaging as ever.
These days, my love for electronic music has expanded so much that DJs are taking over my algorithm, and I find myself appreciating their craft more and more. I’m no DJ myself, but the amount of work that goes into curating a mix—crafting a seamless flow of beats while taking creative risks—is something I have massive respect for. And let’s be real: when it’s done right, the beats slap.
Of course, my musical taste will keep evolving—there’s no doubt about that. But one thing I do know? This is a genre that isn’t going anywhere. People once thought disco was dead, but in reality, it just transformed, laying the foundation for electronic music as we know it. So, if you’re hesitant to dive in, take the risk. Give it a shot. You might just find yourself on the same journey I did—hooked after just one song, ready to branch out into a whole new world of sound.