This year has been a transformative one for my relationship with electronic dance music. From my Spotify Wrapped revealing new sounds that dominated my playlists to unforgettable live shows, backstage moments, and insightful interviews, 2024 was packed with inspiration. This list isn’t just about popularity or streaming numbers—it’s a celebration of the artists who shaped my year with their creativity, energy, and passion for music.
I discovered so many incredible new talents this year, expanding my horizons beyond what I thought was possible. At the same time, there were familiar favorites who continued to push boundaries and deliver on all fronts, earning their rightful spot on this list again. Whether it was a euphoric drop in the middle of a live set or a candid chat in the DJ booth, these artists brought the magic of electronic dance music to life.
2024 was a phenomenal year for EDM, with some truly groundbreaking releases that redefined genres and elevated the global dance scene. This list is a reflection of the artists who moved me, inspired me, and kept me dancing through it all. Let’s celebrate the return of old favorites, welcome the rising stars, and dive into the soundscape of electronic dance music together. Here’s to the Top 50 DJs of 2024—each one a piece of the vibrant tapestry that is our shared love for the music.
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| KYAU & ALBERT ⬆13 | TINLICKER ⬆2 | DAVID GUETTA ⬆7 |
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| JORIS VOORN ⬇4 | PAUL OAKENFOLD ⬇2 | GARETH EMERY ⬆14 |
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| LA FLEUR (NEW ENTRY) | DEADMAU5 (NEW ENTRY) |
COSMIC GATE ⬇1 |
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| MOTRY (NEW ENTRY) | PAUL VAN DYK (NON MOVER) |
RYAN FARISH ⬇11 |
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| MARSH (NEW ENTRY) | HEDEGAARD (NEW ENTRY) |
SUPER8 & TAB ⬆18 |
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| MIKE SAINT-JULES ⬇10 | ABOVE & BEYOND ⬆8 | TIËSTO ⬆16 |
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| AIRWAVE ⬇10 | CARL COX ⬆6 | ADAM BEYER (NEW ENTRY) |
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| BORIS BREJCHA (NEW ENTRY) |
MORGAN PAGE ⬇7 | SWEDISH HOUSE MAFIA ⬆3 |
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| FEDDE LE GRAND ⬆3 | GABRIEL & DRESDEN ⬆4 |
RICHARD BEDFORD ⬆4 |
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| P.O.S. ⬇13 | MARKUS SCHULZ ⬆3 | ERIC PRYDZ (NEW ENTRY) |
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| ROBBIE RIVERA (NEW ENTRY) |
JES ⬆4 | NICK WARREN ⬆8 |
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| ALY & FILA ⬆9 | TIMO MAAS ⬆11 | ATB ⬆13 |
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| BLACK COFFEE ⬇8 | CLAPTONE (NEW ENTRY) |
CHARLOTTE DE WITTE (NEW ENTRY) |
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| TONIC WALTER (NEW ENTRY) |
DURANTE (NEW ENTRY) | MR.BLACK (NEW ENTRY) |
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| TOMCRAFT ⬇26 | SOLOMUN ⬆3 | SASHA (NEW ENTRY) |
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| MATT FAX ⬇4 | JAMES HYPE (NEW ENTRY) |
CHEYENNE GILES (NEW ENTRY) |
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| JOHN 00 FLEMING (NEW ENTRY) |
Awesome list!