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Underworld is one of electronic music’s most enduring and influential acts. Founded by Karl Hyde and Rick Smith, with Darren Emerson joining in 1992 and leaving in 2000, the group helped define the sound of late-90s and early-2000s club culture. Their signature blend spans techno, progressive house, ambient, and trance influences, delivering anthems that have resonated with dancers and casual listeners alike.