uplifting trance
what it is
Uplifting Trance (also known as Anthem Trance and Epic Trance) is a term to describe several styles of music; all of which are subgenres of Trance. The name, which emerged in the wake of Progressive Trance in 1997, is derived from the feeling which listeners claim to get (often described as a "rush"). The genre, which originated in Germany,[1] is massively popular in the Trance scene, and is one of the dominant forms of dance music worldwide.
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What is uplifting trance?
Uplifting Trance (also known as Anthem Trance and Epic Trance) is a term to describe several styles of music; all of which are subgenres of Trance. The name, which emerged in the wake of Progressive Trance in 1997, is derived from the feeling which listeners claim to get (often described as a "rush"). The genre, which originated in Germany,[1] is massively popular in the Trance scene, and is one of the dominant forms of dance music worldwide.
What are good uplifting trance albums to start with?
Try 009 Sound System by 009 Sound System, Northern Lights by Gareth Emery, French Girls by Dove Cameron, and Shook by Sugababes.
Who are some women making uplifting trance?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/uplifting-trance/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making uplifting trance, from mainstream to underground.
genre notes from last.fm listeners · artists and albums from last.fm, updated 2026-10-20