The mid-90s saw dance music dominate the , moving away from niche clubs and into the living rooms of the general public.

Following the late 80s house explosion, the early 90s saw the birth of . This genre became the "sound of the decade," typically featuring a melodic female chorus paired with rhythmic male rap verses.

Snap!, 2 Unlimited, Culture Beat, and Ace of Base. Defining Hits: "Rhythm is a Dancer" and "No Limit." Mainstream Crossover & Global Icons

Groups like The Prodigy and The Chemical Brothers brought a grittier, "Big Beat" sound to the UK and US, while Robert Miles pioneered "Dream Trance" with the instrumental hit "Children."