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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Cats Without Claws (40th Anniversary)
Album - 19 Tracks - Released April 18, 2025

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