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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

Police officers in the southern part of the Netherlands discovered an MDMA-covered garden gnome. The Dongemond Police Force, which covers the municipalities of Oosterhout, Geertruidenberg, Drimmelen and Altena, discovered the MDMA garden gnome earlier this month during a drug bust. According to an article from the BBC, the gnome weighed 2kg (4lb) and the Dongemond police authorities stated, “Drugs appear in many shapes and sizes, but every now and then we come across special things”. Knowing the

A new report from AIF shows that the number of festivals cancelled from 2023 to 2024 has doubled Continue reading...

Announcing two intimate shows at The Cause, the duo said “we will be debuting all of the new music that we’ve been working on!” Continue reading...

Multi-platinum trio Cheat Codes has joined forces with rising pop sensation salem ilese for their latest single, ‘TYSM.’ This infectious dance-pop track transforms heartbreak into an empowering anthem, blending Cheat Codes’ signature euphoric production with Ilese’s witty lyricism and sparkling vocals. Cheat Code’s latest release, ‘TYSM,’ is a refreshing departure from their usual high-energy, club-ready tracks. This time, the trio opts for a more mellow, nostalgic vibe, creating a swe

The hills of Red Rocks may not have eyes, but on this night, they had ears. Of The Trees recently took over the iconic Colorado venue for a career-defining performance on November 16th, when we experienced the uncompromising energy of a generational artist coming into his own. "I never imagined taking this project as far as I have," said the DJ, whose real name is Tyler Coombs. "I have always had dreams of being a rock star—ever since I was a little boy, but I'm not sure I ever really grasped wh

Tomorrowland has unveiled its 2025 Belgium edition theme, and it’s nothing short of promising. Titled “Orbyz,” this year’s concept introduces a magical, otherworldly universe crafted entirely from ice, unlocking the secrets of a hidden civilization that has thrived beneath a colossal ice cap for generations. A World Awakened The story of “Orbyz” revolves around an indigenous community that emerges as the ice and glaciers begin to melt. This newly revealed society is powered by mysti

After a year of not releasing any original material, Gentlemens Club is back. This multigenre trio has never been afraid to break boundaries within the bass scene, experimenting with whatever subgenre that comes their way. Their mild release hiatus ended with ‘FEVER’, which came out on Deadbeats, and it’s one of many tunes to still come out. Gentlemens Club brings the energy we know them for, blending UK dub, bass, and breakbeat elements to create a fun track start to finish.  It follows the

Tomorrowland has revealed Orbyz as its 2025 theme, in an amazing continuation of its iconic themed storytelling. Following the epic narrative paths of past years like “LIFE” and “Adscendo,” the forthcoming edition promises to carry the People of Tomorrow into a hypnotic realm of ice, secret civilizations, and transforming energy. What’s Orbyz, Tomorrowland 2025 Theme? Orbyz is an immersive story landscape, not only a celebration theme. Imagine a large, frozen cosmos in which a whole civilizati

Drake has issued a double legal filing against Universal Music Group, also claiming defamation Continue reading...

The 3,500-capacity venue has had its license reinstated under the condition that it adheres to a number of police measures Continue reading...

Containing work by Laurie Spiegel, Laurie Anderson and Pauline Oliveros, the album has been called “a historically significant feminist statement” Continue reading...

The gnome weighed 2kg, equivalent to around 8,000 pills Continue reading...

Swiss artist Wassay is making waves with his debut single ‘Embrace’, a house music gem guaranteed to get you grooving instantly. While this marks his official debut as a recording artist, Wassay has long been captivating audiences with his high-energy DJ sets and feel-good vibes. A sought-after DJ both in his native Switzerland and internationally, he has shared the stage with industry heavyweights like Michael Grey, Yves Larock, Jenn Getz & Alfie, Igor Blaska, and eSQUIRE, earning a reputat

Synth pop icons Dead Or Alive’s 1985 album Youthquake is being celebrated with an expansive 4CD deluxe boxset reissue, set for release on February 21st, 2025. This special edition marks the 40th anniversary of the album’s original release in 1985, an album that propelled the band into global superstardom with its infectious blend of new wave, electronic dance, and glam pop. Packaged in a stunning 7” Deluxe double gatefold wallet with O-ring, this 41-track reissue offers fans an unparalleled

“Everything was better in the 90s!” You probably heard this phrase a million times, and while it may not always be true, it does relate to Faithless’ “Insomnia.” Released back in 1995, Sister Bliss, Maxi Jazz, and Rollo Armstrong gave the world one of the greatest dance hits ever created. With a mesmerizing production, powerful vocals, as well as lyrics, the British band took the rave scene by storm from only their second release. “I spent 20 minutes with a pad jotting down my thoughts, finished

Henri Bergmann’s Automatik label is continuing to break dance music boundaries with the release of Interstellar VA II, a 15-track compilation that bridges the gap between veteran underground artists and rising stars. Building on the success of the first Interstellar compilation, this latest project further cements Automatik’s reputation as a home for cutting-edge club music and emerging voices within the electronic music scene. The compilation features an impressive roster of talent, includi

Are you ready to dance away your Thanksgiving feast calories? Cheat Codes has got you covered with one of the best Thanskgiving weekend parties as they takeover Marquee New York on November 29. Tickets are still available here. Cheat Codes is an American electronic music trio hailing from Los Angeles, California. Composed of Trevor Dahl, Kevin Ford, and Matthew Russell, the group has taken the electronic music scene by storm. Known for their dynamic and unforgettable live shows, their nonsto

Sonar Festival 2025 first names have been announced! The Barcelona establishment will witness its 32nd edition next year. It will stretch through 12th to 14th June next summer. A total of 66 artists have made the list for the first draft of artists set to perform. First drop of the artist roster includes a host of names spanning across genres. This includes major acts like Eric Prydz, Four Tet, Honey Dijon, Vintage Culture and Jayda G. Peggy Gou, Helena Hauff, Overmono and Arca are als

The countdown is on! Electric Daisy Carnival Mexico has released the 2025 lineup which features a stellar roster of artists, showcasing both international headliners and local talent. EDC Mexico is set to return to Mexico City from February 21 to 23, 2025, at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. The lineup includes some of the biggest names in the game, including some of the Techno heavy hitters such as Nico Moreno, Sara Landry, Amelie Lens, Mau P, Lilly Palmer, and more. Other huge names are

Today, the techno festival, Awakenings, set off a firestorm with a social media post about saying (temporary) goodbye to the legendary Gashouder venue in Amsterdam. We’ve already said temporary farewell to Printworks and we saw Miami’s Club Space closed for the entire Summer for its renovations. What’s happening with Gashouder? As it turns out, these plans have been in motion since August. On August 10, Amsterdam granted a permit to build a basement under Gashouder. Right now, the

Verknipt Croatia | Holiday Festival is announcing its hotly-anticipated return in 2025 with a reimagined event layout, new production elements, and an even more diverse line-up than its debut. The event will descend upon Zrce Beach, Croatia, from June 29th to July 3rd, 2025, with intentions to raise the bar across every aspect of the holiday festival. Verknipt once again proves its dedication to creating the most immersive and high-production events in the scene.  The carefully curated line-

The DJ mentored the party’s founder for three months ahead of them being awarded the fund, which was powered by Relentless and Pirate Studios Continue reading...

The endless quest for IDs has propelled Shazam to an unfathomable milestone: over 100 billion searches. Representatives of the Apple-owned platform put the number of searches into perspective in a celebratory blog post, noting that it would take 12 searches from every person on the planet to reach 100 billion. If a single user tried to reach that figure, they would need to Shazam a new song every second for 3,168 years. The data illustrates the explosive growth garnered by Shazam since its debut

As Art Basel is once again set to sweep through Miami with a fresh whirlwind of creativity, Experts Only will be orchestrating a night out in Magic City where house music reigns supreme.  Co-produced by Diskonect and Third Eye Hospitality, both of whom are annual staples of Miami Music Week, the show will transform Miami's Toejam Backlot into a haven for house and techno fans at Art Basel 2024. Leading the charge is Experts Only, the ascendent record label founded by dance music superstar John S