Dance Music News

Jax Jones is responsible for some of the most iconic house hits of the past 10 years with amazing tracks like ‘I Got U’, ‘House Work’, and ‘Where Did You Go.’ But this year he’s broadening his horizons with the beginning of his new Y2J! project which sees him taking on a whole new style. The British DJs latest release ‘Bad Boys’ was the first introduction to this new style which he has now given more context to in a recent video on social media. He explained that “I’ve not been feeling inspired

Canada-born drum & bass visionary René LaVice has garnered global recognition for his profound influence on the genre, from his groundbreaking original productions and remix work to his expertly curated track selections. A prominent figure at BBC Radio 1 for nearly five years, LaVice’s impact has left an indelible mark on the international music landscape. As his label, DeVice, celebrates five years of chart-topping releases and the incredible milestone of over one million streams on Spotify

Instagram has started testing a new feature dubbed as “Lockable Posts.” Not just a gimmick, this feature will allow creators to hide a post behind a secret code, which could become a real tool for creators, brands, and marketers. Imagine teasing a product launch, hiding bonus content behind a puzzle, or sharing something only select followers will see. Check out how it works on a sample post from the company below: This post shared by Instagram requires you to enter a secret code in o

In an exciting collaboration, Grammy-nominated producer Dom Dolla has teamed up with music legend Kid Cudi for the release of their track ‘Forever‘. Evoking feelings of youthful romance and nostalgia, ‘Forever’ blends Dom’s signature house with Kid Cudi’s iconic vocals, that speak to the heart. In summary, ‘Forever’ captures the essence of young love and unforgettable memories. A Young Love Anthem with a Kid Cudi Nostalgic Twist Opening with a dreamy melody and Kid Cudi’s soothing audi

Acclaimed electronic powerhouse Ben Nicky and rising star Hix unveiled their collaborative and euphoric hit, ‘Sober’, featuring the outstanding vocalist Tori Smith, on April 11th under the renowned Armada record label, which has the illustrious legend himself, Armin van Buuren, as its founder. ‘Sober’ definitely captivates listeners with its blend of trance and dance-pop, combined with high-tempo production and a memorable vocal hook. The track thoughtfully explores the emotional complexiti

Surf Mesa, the innovative artist from Seattle who currently is based in Los Angeles, teams up with DJ and producer John Alto to drop their new emotional ballad, ‘Holding On’. This collaboration has arrived today on Friday, April 18, 2025, through Breakaway Projects. Click ‘Play’ on the Spotify link below to stream ‘Holding On’ from Surf Mesa and John Alto, a track that perfectly merges the mellow musical style of the former with the upbeat bass-influenced production process of the latter.

A tastemaker that takes over every stage she performs at, Indira Paganotto landed in California for a two-weekend performance in the desert at Coachella Music Festival. The Spanish DJ and producer leads a younger generation of artists with her influential Psy-Techno sound and her label ARTCORE Records. We chatted with “Psymama” herself after a long and hot day, where she debuted her high-speed and powerful melodies at the Yuma Tent. Shortly after, the ARTCORE label head joined HEKATE’s found

Kevin de Vries teams up with Bigfett and vocalist Frýnn for ‘Crashing Down’, a new single released on April 18, 2025, via Ame Records. This track showcases de Vries’ signature melodic techno sound, blending emotive vocals with driving rhythms to create a compelling dancefloor experience. ‘Crashing Down’ opens with floating vocal layers that evolve into a hypnotic build, anchored by deep bass and precise percussion. The drop lands with impact, balancing melodic lift and rhythmic force—perfect

Pop newcomer Jules Liesl is off to a rapid start. Her debut single “Cherry”, released via Halogen Entertainment, is already gaining traction in clubs and online alike—most recently at a packed-out release celebration at West Hollywood’s legendary Abbey. The energy in the room was palpable as the crowd danced, filmed, and sang along with the track, highlighting a rare early-career moment where an artist’s music immediately is finding it’s audience early on. Watch the clip here. Liesl – or

Afrotech talents Alex Wann and Shimza have teamed up for their new single ‘Skill of Love’, releasing today via Helix Records. Listen below. Premiered during their back-to-back at Miami Music Week and later performed at the Pyramids of Giza, the track blends atmospheric vocals with uplifting piano chords and a tense, evolving bassline. The result is a restrained yet emotional piece that reflects both artists’ distinctive styles. Alex Wann, known for his breakout track ‘Milkshake’, continu

Words by Alex Lambeau, Zach Salafia, and Ross Goldenberg. Mary Droppinz – Drop In Freshly removed from an appearance at Coachella’s famed Do LaB — where she appeared alongside the likes of Sara Landry, Amelie Lens, Indira Paganotto, and more as part of Landry’s BLOOD OATH takeover this past Saturday — Mary Droppinz has returned with her refreshing brand of bass music on her latest single. “Drop In” lands as the debut release on Zeds Dead’s Deadbeats for the first of four Dancing Astronau

Dabin has once again captivated the electronic music landscape with his fourth studio album, Aura Park. Dropping a week ahead of his highly anticipated second annual Stay In Bloom festival at Stanford, CA this multi-talented instrumentalist and producer delivers his most sonically diverse and emotionally stirring project to date, a collection of thirteen tracks that individually have its own “aura“, a unique emotion, a different energy. Aura Park is Dabin’s love letter to the music that’s shaped

Techno titan Enrico Sangiuliano, known for his melodic/driving production, has just released Discipline EP on his NINETOZERO Imprint. This 3 track release includes tracks from Secret Cinema & About Sofiya (‘You Know What I Was Thinking’) and Zimmz (We Build And Reset’) who join Enrico Sangiuliano alongside Charlotte de Witte, Antonio d’Africa, Mattia Saviolo, GMS, Alex Lentini, STOMP BOXX for a release on NINETOZERO. Listen here. ‘The Techno Code’ (Enrico Sangiuliano ) is both a mani

Barkin is back with his 2nd record of the year. Off the heels of his Hexagon debut with ‘Percolator’ comes ‘Soak It In’ out on 2Dutch Records. The energetic house track takes influence from both the Bass and Tech House genres. The breaks feature sultry and inviting female vocals that pull you in. The track has a simple message: soak in and soak up every moment that you can. And of course, enjoy it. The drops feature a groovy bassline and punchy drums. While the bassline is plucky, it has th

The future is now. Alvin Lucier died in 2021, yet he is still making music. How, you ask? A team of artists and scientists have joined forces to create a lab-grown ‘mini-brain’ made from the blood cells of the American experimental composer. His resurrected brain is currently making music at an exhibition in Australia. The project is known as Revivification and is hosted at the Art Gallery of Western Australia in Perth. Admission is free until August 3rd. Lucier led the way in neurological

Dutch producer Laidback Luke has consistently proven his ability to evolve and surprise, and his latest offering, ‘1000 BPM,’ is no exception. Teaming up with the formidable bass house force Nostalgix, Luke delivers a raw and hard-hitting tech house monster that lives up to its audacious name. Out now on Dim Mak Records, this track is a chaotic, BPM-shifting journey that will leave listeners breathless. ‘1000 BPM’ wastes no time establishing its stomping groove. Punchy drums and a driving ba

Defected Records is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated rework of Noir & Haze’s seminal deep house track ‘Around’ by the renowned Italian trio, MEDUZA. The updated version of this certified Defected staple is set to drop on April 18th, promising to inject a fresh, techy energy into a beloved classic. Initially released in the early 2010s, a golden era for house music, ‘Around’ quickly became an underground sensation, particularly Solomun’s iconic Vox remix, which dominated

STVW is back, and this time he’s teamed up with powerhouse American vocalist Micah Martin to deliver their new single, ‘Alone Here.’ Following the raw energy of “Welcome to My Life,” STVW doubles down on their signature punk rave aesthetic, crafting a track that’s less a gentle nudge and more a full-force shove onto the dancefloor. ‘Alone Here’ is a thrilling collision of gritty rock energy and high-impact dancefloor power. From the moment the track starts, you’re thrown into the relentless

Swedish House Mafia has unveiled their latest venture: Superhuman, a new music label that marks a bold step into the future of electronic music. Superhuman aims to become a creative platform that blends music, art, and technology to push the boundaries of the genre.​ A New Era for Swedish House Mafia Superhuman represents a fresh chapter for the iconic trio, known for their groundbreaking contributions to electronic dance music. The label’s launch is accompanied by a series of innovative

The track ‘Like This’ dropped on Wednesday, April 9th, and it’s an exciting first collaboration between bass music powerhouse NITTI and the genre-blurring trio Levity. This catchy anthem combines Levity’s signature gritty bass style with NITTI’s fresh production touches, and it’s already getting a lot of love on social media. Plus, it gives fans a sneak peek of Levity’s upcoming EP, which looks like it’s going to be one of their most adventurous projects yet. From the get-go, ‘Like This’ bri

Adam Beyer’s Truesoul has long been a breeding ground for next wave talent. Artists including Cirez D, Hot Since 82 and Patrick Topping all released on Drumcode’s little brother label, long before they were the headliners we know today. Next up for the imprint is rising US artist Dark Heart, a former Hollywood talent agent, who has his label debut ‘XYZ’ out now, featuring contributions from LA vocalist Amarha and John Cala, a Columbian, Barcelona-based musician/producer with Latin influences.

Emerging goth-pop artist, Georgi drops a remix of her single “That Night” by Al-P of MSTRKRFT on April 18 via Bitch House Records. ‘That Night (AI P MSTRKRFT Remix)’ is a taste of what’s coming from remixes of tracks off her forthcoming debut album Love After Dark by artists such as Aesthetic Perfection and Coatie Pop. It seamlessly blends dance floor elements from the techno, indie dance, darkwave, and EBM genres. Georgi continues her collaboration with Al-P with studio sessions planned

Tim Bergling—known globally as Avicii—left us in 2018, yet his melodies forever echo through clubs, bedrooms, and city streets. Seven years after his passing, the Swedish innovator’s creative spark fuels countless playlists and late‑night drives. His posthumous compilation, AVICII FOREVER, arriving May 16, 2025, gathers nineteen anthems and one unreleased jewel into a single, purposeful heartbeat. The collection promises commemoration rather than nostalgia, framing his evolution instead of freez

There’s dance music that assaults you, and then there’s dance music that actually gives a damn about your emotional wellbeing. MYRNE’s “Heal EP” falls firmly in the latter category – four tracks of what the Singapore producer has aptly dubbed “emotional dance music,” and in this chaotic world, it’s exactly the sonic medicine we needed. The EP opens with the title track “Heal” featuring Shallou, immediately establishing that this isn’t what you reach for when you want to lose your mind; it’s

Dom Dolla x Kid Cudi – Forever Dom Dolla links up with Kid Cudi for ‘Forever’, a genre-blending house anthem that pairs Kid Cudi’s unmistakable vocals with Dom Dolla’s signature groove. The track fuses emotional depth with a club-ready beat, creating a crossover hit that feels both introspective and euphoric. PAWSA ft. Malachiii – BANG BANG PAWSA teams up with Malachiii for ‘BANG BANG’, a high-energy tech-house banger with bouncy basslines and a bold vocal hook. Designed for peak-time dance floo