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CONTROL ALT DΞLΞTΞ has been introduced as the cutting-edge bass music alias of globally renowned producer and creative innovator, Don Diablo. He intends to channel his boundary-pushing vision into a raw and futuristic soundscape. All this while he continues to work on his highly anticipated 2025 Don Diablo artist album. Launched with a thunderous debut featuring UK grime icon P Money, CONTROL ALT DΞLΞTΞ will spawn a fresh chapter of high-tech music. Music which has been designed to shake the sys

After debuting his latest groundbreaking live setup at the 2024 Dreamstate SoCal festival, Giuseppe Ottaviani has announced a new alias to complement the innovative project. Dubbed OTTAGON, the alias will be used as a vessel to produce a new sound for the Italian trance star. Blending the symbiotic worlds of trance and melodic techno, Ottaviani's new venture is named after his ambitious live show, which launched last November at Insomniac's all-trance festival. The cutting-edge production, which

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Parklife have just announced their lineup for the festival’s 15th edition, bringing huge names of the music industry to Manchester once more. Along with famous artists such as 50 Cent and Charli XCX, Parklife have also curated a one of a kind electronic music lineup for the ravers. Here’s the top five EDM acts you do not want to miss at Parklife 2025. 5. Prospa The English duo is taking over the Matineé stage on Sunday, 15th of June, bringing their unique vibe to Parklife for the first time ever

Awakenings Festival, the iconic three-day techno weekender and a must-attend event for any techno fan, proudly unveils its full line-up for the 2025 edition. From July 11–13, nearly 100,000 techno enthusiasts from around the globe will gather in Hilvarenbeek for an unparalleled musical journey with techno at its core. A Dynamic Mix of Established Icons and Future Heroes This year’s line-up continues Awakenings’ tradition of delivering a vibrant mix of world-renowned names and emerging ta

Two global icons, one shared vision—Amelie Lens and Charlotte de Witte are joining forces for One Mind, their debut collaborative EP. Slated to release February 6th, the long-awaited collaboration marks a new chapter for two of techno's most influential artists, whose careers have often run parallel. With both commanding massive fanbases and festival stages worldwide, the project has the feel of a cultural moment for the genre. "It’s hard to put in words how much this means for both of us," the

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Another Ibiza season to remember is on tap after two of the island's biggest clubs, Ushuaïa and Hï, revealed massive opening party lineups. Scheduled for April 26th, each party features a handful of today's leading producers of techno and house music. The iconic open-air stage of Ushuaïa will feature performances by Adriatique, Ben Böhmer, Deer Jade, Kevin de Vries, Miss Monique and Palk Kalkbrenner, the lattermost of whom will perform one of his signature live sets. You can purchase tickets to

The third entry of Rezz's haunting Halloween series, "Nightmare on Rezz Street," will debut at one of the world's most iconic outdoor venues, Colorado's Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Rezz is returning to Red Rocks in the fall for her seventh headline event, "Rezz Rocks VII." She's poised to deliver two unique sets October 18-19 alongside different supporting casts for each concert. The opener will feature YDG, Shadient, NotLö and TINYKVT before the second evening hosts AC Slater, AHEE, Digital Ethos a

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The most famous clubs of Ibiza, Ushuaïa and Hï Ibiza, will ignite the summer with two unmatched events on Saturday, April 26, 2025, so drawing on another amazing season on the island with a massive lineup. Celebrated for their unparalleled energy, innovative line-ups, and amazing production, these historic events offer to create unforgettable memories and set the stage for yet another revolutionary summer in Ibiza. Ushuaïa Ibiza Opening Party Ushuaïa opening lineup 2025 Saturday 26 April 2025

The popularity of sub-genres rises and falls in the electronic music world, but few could have predicted the demise of big room house music in the mid-twenty-tens. But the genre is now staging a furious comeback, sparking new creativity and connection amongst producers worldwide. That's according to a recent study by MIDiA and Splice, whose research shows that downloads of big room house samples surged by an average of 188.9% annually over the past two years. Over 5.3 million downloads were reco

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Following the release of its Phase 1 lineup before the holidays, Veld Music Festival has now released the full lineup for its 2025. Joining previously announced headliners Deadmau5, Dom Dolla, John Summit and Tiësto, Veld will also welcome Alesso, Chris Avantgarde, Cosmic Gate, Eli Brown, Excision, Lane 8, Massano, Meduza, Odd Mob, Sullivan King, and many more.  With a full range of genres on its lineup, Veld Music Festival is sure to draw fans from far and wide. A B2B you would not want to miss

A newly uncovered voice memo of Avicii provides another intimate glimpse into the creativity and kindness of the late EDM icon. The genius of Avicii is echoing louder than ever amid the success of Netflix's documentary I'm Tim, which has led to his posthumous resurgence on the Billboard charts. Now, a voice memo shared by songwriter Jonas Wallin has arrived to rekindle that studio magic. The recording from Jonas Wallin, who is credited as a co-writer on Avicii's songs "City Lights" and "Somewher

Taking bolder initiatives, GiNN 諸葛靖 has kick-started the year with the dark and audacious single ‘//MHM//’. Much aligned with the singular trademark that has gained him a breakthrough in the scene, the first single from the LA-based artist sets the bar high with a robust, experimental production in cohorts with imposing vocals. GiNN 諸葛靖 has a rather magnetic discography, mostly because his tracks brandish his deep, raspy vocal timbre over speaker-rattling productions that coalesce an eclectic sl

For Don Diablo, artistic reinvention isn’t just a metaphor—it's a command. With CONTROL ALT DΞLΞTΞ, his new drum & bass alias, the Dutch producer isn’t merely refreshing his sound, but executing a full-system reboot. Hitting pause on his characteristically euphoric brand of dance-pop, Diablo is instead ushering in a surge of shadowy breakbeats and rugged basslines that could power a cyberpunk rave. His alias' debut single, a high-octane rework of Michael Sembello’s 1983 anthem "Maniac," hija

In the dim glow of the studio, a musician strums a chord progression that took months to perfect. Across the internet, an AI churns out a melody in seconds. Such is the reality of making music in 2025. But Deezer, the Paris-based streaming service, is taking action to ensure human artists aren't having to elbow AI programs at every turn in their efforts to earn a living from royalty-based income. The company revealed this week that its newly launched AI-detection tool is already flagging 10,000

With less than two weeks to go, we are feeling the pre-festival jitters. Next month, we will reunite in Tacoma for Excision Presents: The Thunderdome. We thought we would give you a lil’ something to help you prepare for three-days of gorgeous Bass mayhem provided by one of Bass’ most influential artists, Excision. Top 5 Sets To watch Flux Pavillion One of the OGs, Flux Pavillion has blessed us with incredible tracks since 2008. From ‘I Can’t Stop’ to his latest EP Fluxiverse, V

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After a difficult period, dance music and festivals are white hot once again. As the industry continues to grow and evolve, we want to make sure we are equipped to stay on the bleeding edge of the dance music scene in 2024. Here at EDMTunes, we’re looking to grow our talented team and want our dedicated readers to join our stellar team of writers, editors, social media experts and music lovers. Do you have a passion for dance music and want to potentially get involved in the industry? Writ

Emerging duo Fresh Powder unveils their latest Tech House offering, ‘Passin Me By,’ a brand-new track that sees the pair put forward a fresh-sounding soundscape, keeping their signature groove intact to bring their listeners yet more unique music. Building on the momentum of their previous releases, dropping originals like ‘Lucid Dreams’ whilst reworking hits like Billie Eilish’s ‘CHIHIRO,’ ‘Passin Me By’ showcases the duo’s evolving artistry, marking an exciting start to their 2025 and chapter

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Awakenings creates a special mix that influences the future of techno combining sets from icons like Richie Hawtin, Indira Paganotto, FJAAK, and Adam Beyer with new stars like DJ Gigola, VTSS and 6EJOU. A prominent three-day techno weekender and a must-see event for any techno enthusiast, Awakenings Festival proudly reveals its full line-up for the 2025 edition. Nearly 100,000 techno aficionados will meet in Hilvarenbeek from July 11–13 for an unmatched musical trip with techno at its core. Th

MITCH DB builds on his momentum, returning to unleash his Hypertechno cover, ‘Rockstar.’ Released via Soave Records, the talented Producer and DJ this time collaborates with Aurelios and Mingue to bring his fans more dynamic music and once again highlight his collaborative spirit and passion for uniting with like-minded creators. A blend of styles, visions, and approaches, this new single exemplifies MITCH DB‘s ability to seamlessly fuse creative influences into a cohesive and energising track t