Progressive can be distinguished by the complex track structures and tricky arrangements. Individual notes and chords are getting on top of each other, like layers, one after another. The vibe is built in the rhythm section, where the beats often fill every eighth note of the bar (tribal). Deep, warm and steady bass kicks up the rhythm. Its line, usually written in two bars can also circumscribe the melody of the song. The sound of different emotions emerges on such phenomenal background. The samples, which are very often dubbed or echoed, give the music a deeper mood, fulfilling the function of being both a guide and an element of surprise. Every note of the every sampled instrument plays a crucial role in the final shape of a song, therefore usually there's no leading theme. Progressive is also known from its moderate tempo (120-130 bpm), dramatic crescendos and frequent rhythm breakdowns. It is some sort of a hybrid of house, techno and trance.

Such a wide scope gives almost unlimited creative space to producers and a chance to play almost everything that fits the tempo and their personal preferences to DJs. It doesn’t mean that a progressive DJ plays only progressive tunes. Let’s learn to see the difference and enjoy the diversity.

Translated by: Maciej Wilczyñski

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