Hi-nrg

Hi-NRG is an upbeat, energetic subgenre of disco and dance music that emerged in the late 1970s and gained prominence in the 1980s. Characterized by a fast tempo, typically around 120-140 BPM, it features pulsating basslines, soaring synthesizers, and powerful, often soulful vocals. The genre often incorporates elements of Eurodisco, funk, and electronic music, creating a high-energy atmosphere perfect for dance floors. Popularized by artists such as Donna Summer, Patrick Hernandez, and Evelyn Thomas, Hi-NRG songs often have a euphoric and anthemic quality. With its infectious rhythms and vibrant production, Hi-NRG remains a staple in dance music history, continuing to influence contemporary genres like synth-pop and electronic dance music (EDM).

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Delusions
Single - Released May 23, 2025

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Aleky
Aleph
Amii Stewart
Anita Campagnolo
Antares (Italy)
April
Armonics
Army Of Lovers
Atrium
Axel Force
B.O.B. Ltd.
Bad Boys Blue
Bananarama
Bizzarro Universe
Bravo, Bravissimo
Bronski Beat
Candy Apple Blue
Cerrone
Charles B
Cherry
Christianoshi
Cruisin' Gang
Cyber People
Daniela
Danny Keith
David Dima
Daydream
Daylight
Dead Or Alive
Deelight
Denis
Disco Channel
Disco Risque
Diva Surprise
Donna Summer
Dyva
Evelyn Thomas
Fancy
Fastway
Fun Fun
G.j. Lunghi
Gabriella Marolda
Gaznevada
George Aaron
George Kranz
Gladys Del Pilar
Hypnosis
Italo
J.D. Jaber
J.K.
Jack Jennings
Jeff in Leather
Jimmy & Susy
Julio Mena
Kelly Marie
Ken Laszlo
Kirlian Camera
Koto
Laserdance
Lena
MEGA NRG MAN
Magic Affair
Marco Passarani
Martinelli
Matt Pop
Meccano
Mflex Sounds
Mike Rogers
Mito
Neil Smith
Oksana Kovalevskaya
Patrick Cowley
Patty Johnson
Paul Rein
Plazma
Porterhouse
Reeds
Right Said Fred
Sandra
Sandy Chambers
Sean Ensign
Secret Wish
Shannon
Shelley
Shy Rose
South East Players
Stage
Steps
Sylvester
Sylvester
Taylor Dayne
The Weather Girls
Tina Charles
Toni Basil
Trans-X
VITO
Vanello
Yello
Руся
Bronski Beat
The Pointer Sisters
Donna Summer
Michael Sembello
Dead Or Alive
Patrick Hernandez
Bananarama
Frankie Goes To Hollywood
Taylor Dayne
The Weather Girls
The Communards
Masterboy
Amii Stewart
Right Said Fred
Tina Charles
Bad Boys Blue
Sylvester
Yello
Army Of Lovers
Trans-X
Leslie Parrish
Silent Circle
Cerrone
Boys Town Gang
Stacey Q
Samantha Fox
Fancy
Magic Affair
Mark 'Oh
MEGA NRG MAN
Patrick Cowley
Shannon
Ken Laszlo
Systems In Blue
Frankie hi-nrg mc
Ivan
Jimmy Somerville
Fun Fun
Go2
Toni Basil
Fastway
Freeez
Kirlian Camera
MAX
Steps
Sandy Chambers
Koto
Hotblade
Norma Sheffield
Kelly Marie
KING & QUEEN
DJ Space'C
Miquel Brown
Evelyn Thomas
Mflex Sounds
David Dima
Shy Rose
Axel Force
Plazma
GoGoGirls
Carroch
Daniela
Sinitta
Charles B
Laserdance
Gladys Del Pilar
Master Genius
Suzy Q
Lucia
Mike Rogers
Videosex
Cherry
People Like Us
A-Europa
Mito
Malibu
George Kranz
George Aaron
Boytronic
VIRGINELLE
Руся
Telex
Tony Caso
Neil Smith
Gaznevada
Gina G.
Anita Campagnolo
DOMINO
Pamsy
Hypnosis
Belle Epoque
Christine
Shihori
Nuage
B.O.B. Ltd.
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Danuta
Denis
Matt Pop