nu-disco
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Nu-disco is a genre of dance music that emerged in the mid-1990s, evolving from house music artists who incorporated elements of disco, funk, and soul. It blends the live instrumentation characteristic of classic disco with the electronic sounds of modern dance music.1
Nu-disco has been shaped by artists like Faze Action and Da Lukas, and popularized by mainstream performers such as Kylie Minogue, Jamiroquai, and Dua Lipa. A significant hit in the genre was Daft Punk's 2013 song "Get Lucky," which featured Nile Rodgers and Pharrell Williams. This track's success, including winning a Grammy for Record of the Year, highlights disco's lasting appeal.1
Disco itself, from which nu-disco draws inspiration, originated in the 1970s from French discotheques and became a significant form of dance music, particularly influential for LGBTQ+ and Black communities. While disco's popularity waned by 1980, its influence, especially its electronic beats, continues to affect pop music.12
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