Dance Music News

The globally renowned electronic dance event, Don’t Let Daddy Know (DLDK), is gearing up for another unforgettable night at Amsterdam’s iconic Ziggo Dome on March 1st, 2025. Following the success of its sold-out tenth anniversary edition, this year’s event promises to surpass expectations with a stellar line-up and unmatched production. DLDK Amsterdam has become a melting pot for dance music enthusiasts from over 65 countries, earning its reputation as a premier global event. Known for its elect

Heisenberg, the renowned minimal house label, marks a decade of groundbreaking music with the release of ‘Ghost Sequence’. The captivating new EP from label head Saktu offers a glimpse into the future of the innovative imprint. With three meticulously crafted tracks, it captures the essence of the label’s signature sound. Founded in 2014, Heisenberg began as an underground club, quickly establishing itself as a beacon for unique music and immersive atmospheres. It has since evolved into a label

The six weekend tour is in partnership with the Music Venue Trust and will raise funds for grassroots venues and awareness for how more artists can do the same Continue reading...

Nvidia has pulled off a trick unheard of! The computer chip giant has added to their artificial intelligence contributions. It has developed a new generative AI audio model that can “produce sounds never heard before.” Named Fugatto, the model can synthesize “high-quality singing voices” from text inputs. Nvidia quotes its new technology as “a Swiss Army knife for sound”. Fugatto stands for Foundational Generative Audio Transformer Opus 1. Nvidia claims it is able to generate, transf

“I stepped into Disclosure’s world and together we created an atmosphere that blends where we’re both coming from,” says the rapper Continue reading...

The ultimate festive gift, celebrating five decades of iconic nightlife—now available worldwide on Amazon. The Limited Edition Coffee Table Book Traces the Pacha Ibiza legacy – from its Nascent Stage, to its Present Glory. Celebrate the magic of the festive season by gifting a piece of Ibiza’s history with Fifty Years of Bliss, the ultimate tribute to Pacha Ibiza’s legendary five-decade journey. Now available on Amazon (Global), this beautifully crafted book is the perfect gift for music love

Known for her sharp production skills and her ability to craft tracks that balance intensity with deep groove, Kyrist has earned her place as a leading name in the D&B world. However, her latest project ‘Plexus EP’ on Overview, marks a significant moment in her career. A labor of love, it’s not just a collection of tracks but a reflection of her personal journey through self-care, and a redefined relationship with creativity. After taking a brief hiatus from music to focus on her well-b

Last year the total revenue from recorded music, publishing and royalties reached $45.5bn compared to global box office revenues of $33.2 billion Continue reading...

Are you ready to showcase your DJ prowess and create a mix that stands out from the crowd? Artists & Relations, Rent Sound System, LabelRadar and Lumberjack, the French DJ and producer duo, invite DJs and music enthusiasts to participate in the highly anticipated Lumberjack Mix Challenge, a unique competition where talent and creativity take center stage. This exciting contest challenges DJs to craft an unforgettable mix featuring Lumberjack’s latest banger “Welcome to the Game”.  What’s at

In their new single “RAMA,” which is out on Dreamstate Records, Giorgia Angiuli and Shanti People have a profound musical dialogue pushing the boundaries of electronic music’s spiritual potential. “RAMA” is a spiritual trip imprinted in sound, not only a musical track. Working with Shanti People pushes the work above a standard electronic music release and creates a transcendent experience that links modern electronic production with age-old spiritual practices. The song moves like a well-craf

The longstanding music venue said its future is in “jeopardy” after plans to build housing nearby were approved Continue reading...

East London artist Charlotte Archer is set to present her most ambitious art exhibition yet at Fabric nightclub in London on December 6th. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the iconic venue will host an art event unlike any it has seen before, spotlighting the vibrant and influential UK underground rave culture through a unique blend of art, sound, and visuals. Charlotte Archer, a self-taught multidisciplinary artist, began her artistic career in 2015 in Ibiza, creating murals and installati

Friction walks in. He’s finishing something on his iPad before tucking it away with a friendly greeting, a little hoarse after just getting back from a big USA tour. K-Tee appears at the same time from a different entrance, and we get seated around waters and ginger tea. This morning, we’re in business mode. There’s a late-summer sun peaking through the glass panes and reflecting off Regent’s Canal. There’s an ambience of 11am café chatter and clatter. The conditions are ripe for a deep dive on

With fast-growing British-Gambian rapper Pa Salieu, multi-platinum duo Disclosure shares their new single “King Steps,” an incredibly exciting partnership. Released today on Disorder/Capitol Records, the larger-than-life track is Disclosure’s first fresh music since receiving a GRAMMY® nomination for their chart-climbing summer blockbuster “She’s Gone, Dance On.“ Built on their fiercely creative sound design, “King Steps” enhances Disclosure’s long-standing reputation of boundary-pushing collab

Pretty Lights and his band have an uncanny ability to leave a cosmic footprint in any city they perform in, leaning in and listening closely to the distinct heartbeat of each city on their tour. This was certainly the case when the Soundship Spacesystem landed in the nation's oldest city, St. Augustine, Florida. The three-night run transformed the city's timeless charm into kaleidoscopic ecstacy. In a twist of fate, the Pretty Lights show coincided with St. Augustine's iconic Night of Lights fes

Subtronics cast his watchful eye over the Tacoma Dome as his Cyclops Army assembled. I want to think he’s what Sauron would have been like if he had been shown more affection. The dubstep superstar and an all-star lineup planted the one-eyed flag of victory at the second annual Cyclops Dome November 15-17. “Please drink some water, eat some food, and tell your friends and family how much they mean to you,” Subtronics said after each night in Tacoma. “Please be f—ing nice to each other. Lastly an

Black Coffee, South Africa's most illustrious DJ, used his international platform to give back to the youth of his country. Earlier in the month of November, the house music superstar brought together DJs and other local celebrities to St David's Marist Inanda, a school in Johannesburg, for a charity outing. Benefitting the school, the fundraising event featured performances by South Africa's DJ Fresh, Que DJ and pioneering Amapiano producers Major League DJz, among others. The brotherly duo of

Spotify executives have reportedly cashed out over $1.1 billion in company stock in 2024, a figure that would take artists an astronomical 314 billion streams to match through royalties. That's according to Music Business Worldwide founder Tim Ingham, who today bemoaned the disparity in a LinkedIn post. A report published by the outlet on Wednesday says Spotify CEO Daniel Ek has sold 875,000 shares of Spotify for a total of $283 million this year. That figure pales in comparison to the cash amas

Danish-Egyptian artist Ashibah returns with ‘Autumn’, a captivating melodic house track released on Lane 8’s label This Never Happened. Known for her heartfelt vocals and lush production, Ashibah once again proves her ability to create music that resonates deeply with fans. An Emotional Journey Through Sound ‘Autumn’ captures the beauty and melancholy of its namesake season. Ashibah’s soulful vocals pair perfectly with pulsating basslines and crisp beats, creating a track that feels both

We are back from the Queen Mary and resting from an entire weekend of dancing and dreaming. This year’s edition of Dreamstate Southern California was nothing short of amazing and impactful. To a top notch production, to a crowd flow that alleviated most of our concerns that were raised last year. This Insomniac production has quickly become one of our favorites, so let us tell you why. Jamal Eid for Insomniac The Production At Dreamstate This year’s Dreamstate Music Festival in South C

FL Studio 2024.2 has officially landed just in time for the holiday season, offering music producers more flexibility and precision—and relief on their wallets thanks to a solid Black Friday deal. FL Studio, the storied digital audio workstation (DAW) from Image-Line, has raised the bar with the release of FL Studio 2024.2. Packed with a treasure trove of user-requested workflow tweaks, the update offers a more intuitive production arsenal and—true to Image-Line’s ethos—it's completely free for

Swedish artist and creative director Alexander Wessely has been announced as the Creative Director for DJ and producer Anyma. Wessely is renowned for his revolutionary visual storytelling and groundbreaking music collaborations. The news comes ahead of Anyma’s highly anticipated Anyma: “The End of Genesys” live performance series at the Sphere in Las Vegas. It spans eight sold-out shows between December 27–31, 2024 and January 1, 10 & 11, 2025. The series is set to be a highlight of the musi

VLTGE shatters genre boundaries with his new single, "Forever & Always," a space opera-themed banger that pirouettes between tender jazz intimacy and heavy-hitting dubstep. The unique track appears on the producer's new EP, A Space Love Story, which tells the story of a pair of desperate lovers separated by time and space. "Forever & Always" is the project's undeniable standout, where sultry saxophone whispers are suddenly obliterated by ferocious bass drops that feel like heartbreak mad

Pendulum have announced a rare concert they're calling the "biggest ever live show" of their career. The influential electronic band is set to take the stage of England's massive Milton Keynes Bowl, which has a capacity of 65,000. While it's their first headlining performance at the venue, it's not their first time performing there. Back in 2008, Pendulum supported Linkin Park before sharing the stage with The Prodigy two years later. The supporting artists for the upcoming show, scheduled for A

As if 808 Festival’s lineup wasn’t already massive—with Anyma making his first-ever stop in Southeast Asia, a Drumcode takeover led by Adam Beyer, and DJ Snake unveiling his The Outlaw alias in Asia for the first time—808 just turned up the heat. The festival has added even more star power to its 2024 edition, announcing Zedd, Merow, Just Us, and Marie Vaunt as part of its explosive lineup. Zedd Returns to 808: A Magical Encore Zedd’s return to the 808 stage is a dream come true for fans who wi