Italodance and Eurodance music dominated the airwaves during the late 90s and early 2000s, and many of the best tracks were featured on popular compilations. Here are the top 10 Italodance and Eurodance compilations from the years 1999-2003:
- Deejay Parade
Deejay Parade was one of the most popular dance music compilations during this time period. The series was released by Universal Music Italy and featured the latest and greatest dance hits. Some of the standout tracks from Deejay Parade include “L’Amour Toujours” by Gigi D’Agostino and “Tell Me Why” by Prezioso feat. Marvin.
- Hitmania Dance
Hitmania Dance was another popular dance music compilation that featured a mix of Italodance and Eurodance hits. The series was released by Universal Music Italy and was known for its upbeat and high-energy tracks. Some of the standout tracks from Hitmania Dance include “Blue (Da Ba Dee)” by Eiffel 65 and “Better Off Alone” by Alice Deejay.
- Discoradio Compilation
Discoradio Compilation was released by Time Records and was one of the biggest dance music compilations of its time. The series featured a mix of Italodance and Eurodance hits, as well as other dance genres. Some of the standout tracks from Discoradio Compilation include “Lady (Hear Me Tonight)” by Modjo and “Surrender” by The Soundlovers.
- Los Cuarenta Compilation
Radio Italia Network Compilation was released by Italian radio station Radio Italia Network and featured a mix of Italodance and Eurodance hits. The series was known for its focus on Italian dance music and for featuring up-and-coming artists. Some of the standout tracks from Radio Italia Network Compilation include “Tu Es Foutu” by In-Grid and “Giulia” by DJ Lhasa.
- Eurodance Compilation
Eurodance Compilation was a series released by Warner Music Italy and featured a mix of Eurodance and Italodance hits. The series was known for its focus on high-energy and catchy tracks. Some of the standout tracks from Eurodance Compilation include “U Got 2 Let the Music” by Cappella and “Scatman (Ski Ba Bop Ba Dop Bop)” by Scatman John.
- Hit Mania Dance Estate
Hit Mania Dance Estate was a summer-themed dance music compilation that was released annually by Universal Music Italy. The series was known for its fun and upbeat tracks, perfect for summertime partying. Some of the standout tracks from Hit Mania Dance Estate include “Dragostea Din Tei” by O-Zone and “Le Disc Jockey” by DJ Lhasa.
- M2O Compilation
M2O Compilation was released by Italian radio station M2O and featured a mix of dance hits. The series was known for its focus on Italodance and for featuring tracks that were popular in Italian clubs. Some of the most popular M2O compilations from this era include “M2O Vol. 1”, “M2O Vol. 2”, “M2O Vol. 3”, and “M2O Vol. 4”. These compilations were praised for their diverse selection of tracks, which included everything from mainstream dance hits to more experimental tracks. In addition to the regular M2O compilations, the radio station also released special editions that focused on specific themes or genres. For example, “M2O – The Dance Collection” featured classic dance hits from the 1990s, while “M2O – The History Of Dance” showcased the evolution of dance music over the years.