Dancing to an exceptional DJ set is life affirming. Those magical moments where everything clicks: the music is flawless, the blends are mindblowing, the mood hits a transcendent peak - even the scent of sweat in the air brings an intoxicating rawness to the formula.

Although losing yourself in music is visceral and in the moment, experiences on the dancefloor can leave a lasting impression that remains long after the lights turn on and the club empties out, the memory of which can evoke a twinge of emotion and slight lip curl into a grin months or years down the line. We're smiling now.

We’re forever grateful for these moments, for the DJs who facilitate them, and in 2017, these sets have been plentiful. Masters of the art have made our lives that bit better and brighter with inspiring performances on deck. See our picks for the finest DJs of the year below.