electronic dance music
[ɪˌlɛkˈtrɑːnɪk dæns ˈmjuːzɪk]
noun
música eletrônica de dança
1. A genre of music produced primarily for use in a nightclub setting, characterized by a strong beat, synthesizers, and repetitive rhythmic patterns
Electronic dance music has become increasingly popular at music festivals around the world.
A música eletrônica de dança tornou-se cada vez mais popular em festivais de música em todo o mundo.
2. Music created using electronic instruments and digital production techniques, typically designed to accompany dancing
The DJ mixed several electronic dance music tracks to keep the crowd energized throughout the night.
O DJ misturou várias faixas de música eletrônica de dança para manter a multidão animada durante toda a noite.
Electronic dance music is a significant cultural phenomenon globally, with major presence in Brazil's club scene, especially in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. In the USA and NYC, EDM is associated with nightlife culture, music festivals like Electric Zoo, and youth culture. The abbreviation EDM is commonly used in both Portuguese and English contexts.
NYC Slang
house beats / electronica / the beat
Related Idioms & Phrases
drop the bass (momento clímax da música onde o baixo ressoa)
on the dance floor (na pista de dança)
rave culture (cultura rave)
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