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In the 2010s, electronic dance music exploded from niche nightclubs to mainstream stages. But this surge wasn't just about bottling the euphoria of the music—it fueled community, fashion and a seismic cultural shift.

Avicii, Alesso, Calvin Harris and many more DJs dominated the festival circuit with their many progressive house anthems, helping build a legacy that produced countless "you had to be there" moments. These days, platforms like YouTube and Spotify are the only ways to relive the magic without the invention of a time machine.

Read on to discover the top 20 most-streamed electronic music artists in Spotify history.

David Guetta

Calvin Harris

The Chainsmokers

Marshmello

Avicii

Kygo

Tiësto

Diplo

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