Dance Music News

The wildly popular collaboration between HUGEL, Topic, Arash, and Daecolm in the track ‘I Adore You‘ already set a high bar for blending diverse musical influences. Now, with ARTBAT‘s remix, the song transforms into an ethereal experience, perfect for both dance floors and introspective listening. ARTBAT, the Ukrainian DJ and production duo known for their atmospheric and emotive remixes, takes ‘I Adore You‘ to another level. Their remix emphasizes deep, rolling basslines and transcendent sy

Saudi Prince Turki bin Muqrin Al Saud just built a magnificent sound system worth $1.5M in his $70M superyacht. The superyacht’s name is ‘The Special One’ and the prince himself docks it in the Mediterranean Sea. The $1.5M sound system that one can enjoy blissfully in his superyacht and feel one with the environment and other beautiful surroundings of the sea. According to an article from Headphonesty, the sound system contains 150 custom Focal speakers, and each of them cost around $1,000. Capt

Looking for spectacular music from an expert roster this weekend? We’ve got you. Great news for everyone in Miami this weekend. Resident DJ and producer Malóne, alongside his esteemed label WHYNOTUS, will be curating a special stage at Factory Town‘s highly anticipated New Year’s Eve Weekend celebration. Hialeah, Factory Town’s venue where the parties will be hosted, has rapidly grown to become a nightlife hotspot, attracting some of the world’s best. While the event will have a plethora

The two turned to the W Santiago hotel to present a special set on its rooftop. What happens when two prolific producers collide for a good time together? Incredible things, dare I say. Not long ago, two of the best exponents of Progressive House in Chile, Abaze and Paul Arcane, joined forces to present a masterfully executed hourlong set on top of one of the highest-rated hotels in the Chilean capital, W Santiago. Located in the heart of the city, the rooftop allows for stunning views o

Relive the most magical moments of 2024 and embark on a cinematic journey like no other with Tomorrowland presents ‘One Year’. It is a captivating 45-minute film that immerses viewers in the heart and soul of Tomorrowland’s festivals and events throughout 2024 and reminisces on a magical 20th anniversary year. Celebrating 20 years of unparalleled influence on global culture, ‘One Year’ goes beyond the music, diving deep into the dreams, energy, and connections that make Tomorrowland a phenomenon

Festival fans, get ready: Electric Love Festival has unveiled its second line-up phase, featuring superstars like Marlon Hoffstadt, Robin Schulz, $oho Bani, Dimension, and many more. Just two weeks after announcing its first wave of artists, including headliners like Major Lazer, Hardwell, Hugel, Tream, and Sub Focus, Electric Love Festival raises the bar yet again. With international top acts such as Marlon Hoffstadt, Robin Schulz, $oho Bani, Dimension, and others, the 2025 line-up continues t

As we’re about to say goodbye to the year 2024, Awakenings New Years promises to deliver an unforgettable experience on December 29th, at Amsterdam’s iconic Gashouder. This event holds unique significance as it will be one of the last New Year’s celebrations at the Gashouder before the venue closes for major renovations in 2025. Known as a “techno temple,” the Gashouder has been a cornerstone of Awakenings’ legacy since 1997, offering an unmatched setting for electronic music events. Between 14.

Daniel Ek, co-founder and CEO of Spotify, has built an impressive fortune estimated at $6.7 billion, according to Forbes. This immense wealth positions him as wealthier than any musician in history, which raises many concerns in the industry. Launched in 2008 after being founded in 2006 by Ek and Martin Lorentzon, Spotify has become a dominant force in the music streaming industry. The platform currently boasts over 381 million active users, with 172 million of them subscribing to its premi

2024 has been a remarkable year for the electronic music community. Several groundbreaking artists emerged, catching new wind and further solidifying their place in the scene with unforgettable performances, chart-topping hits, and innovative productions. These artists not only captured the attention of global audiences but also shaped the direction of their respective genres and the future of EDM. Here’s a deeper look at the top artists who made waves in 2024 and continue to influence the futur

Today, DJ, producer and multidisciplinary artist, Anyma one of electronic music’s fastest rising stars, Massano, and vocalist Nathan Nicholson release their brand-new single entitled, “Angel In The Dark” via Afterlife/Interscope Records. The atmospheric song features a hypnotic bassline and evolving, layered textures that create a sense of emotional depth and an expansive listening experience. Accompanying the single is a captivating visual, which can be seen live during his upcoming shows at Sp

As we come to the end of the year, many artists take this time to reflect on what has come in the 12 months prior, but that is not the case with STVN LEON as he continues to unleash some awesome tunes for us to enjoy at this holiday season. Fresh from the release of his previous single on Don Diablo‘s Generation HEX record label, Chicago-based artist STVN LEON offers up a brand new two track solo EP containing singles ‘Voices’ and ‘In My Mind’. The EP opens with ‘Voices’, a single which is load

Kasablanca has quickly risen through the ranks of Dance music must-see acts over the past four years. Launching into the scene with their first singles in 2020, they struck gold with their hit collaboration with Lane 8, ‘Run’ which has been streamed over 40M times. They haven’t looked back since. The duo’s journey has been explosive over the years since their first Human Learning EP in 2020. Kasablanca are widely known for their enthralling live performances. The duo has played some of the world

Malaa’s Alter Ego is ending 2024 with a bang, dropping his latest adrenaline-fueled track, ‘Psycho,’ and shaking up the music world in time for the new year. The release is poised to make waves not only in the Drum & Bass scene but also in the harder Techno community, seamlessly bridging the gap between both genres with its intense, energetic fusion. In collaboration with Irah, ‘Psycho’ introduces a Mid-Tempo groove that blends seamlessly into Malaa’s heavy basslines. Irah’s gritty, deep

As the countdown to New Year’s Eve approaches, Electronic music trailblazer Lilly Palmer is set to ignite clubs and dancefloors around the world with her electrifying new reimagining of the true Dance classic, ‘Dooms Night’. Originally crafted by Azzido Da Bass, ‘Dooms Night’ became a seminal rave anthem, gaining legendary status in 2000 with the release of Timo Maas’ iconic remix that stormed the UK charts and beyond. 24 years later, Lilly Palmer has transformed this historic track into a m

Spotify has become one of the most profitable streaming platforms in the music industry. In 2024, Its executive team including CEO Daniel Ek had their biggest Spotify stock payout. This massive pile of cash came out to over a billion dollars. It is no surprise its financial model has faced constant backlash with concerns about how little artists are paid per stream. Recently, a popular tool, the Spotify Unwrapped calculator, was shut down after facing legal pressure from Spotify’s legal team.

Absolut Vodka, the Swedish powerhouse in vodka, continues to be a phenomenal partner of Tomorrowland, the #1 dance/electronic music festival in the world, since they first teamed up in 2017. This wonderful innovative partnership continues to strengthen the bonds between the two international household names in spirits and dance/electronic music alike via the vodka company’s “Born to Mix” campaign, a beautiful campaign that emphasizes on promoting societal change throughout the whole world. T

As 2024 comes to a close it’s time to look back on what has been a thrilling year in techno where there have been plenty of huge headlines. Continuing on from 2023, Charlotte De Witte once again was crowned as the highest-ranking techno artist on the DJ Mag Top 100 DJ’s list climbing 2 spots to number 16. She has had another incredible year that has continued to establish her status as the queen of techno with her dropping ‘Roar’ which has fast become one of her biggest tracks along with having

“But inside, I was crying too…“ What if we closed the year on a slightly tangential note to our usual coverage? Have a look at this. Above & Beyond member Tony McGuinness, who you may know has a long and fruitful story in the music world, released a long-locked-away project of his halfway through the year, a Folk/Rock album titled Salt. And just before the year is over, both he and his team decided they’d give a little more love to one of the best-received songs of the album: ‘Crying‘.

Celebrating Illenium’s 34th Birthday  On December 26, 1990, the world was introduced to one of electronic music’s most influential figures—Nicholas Daniel Miller, better known by his stage name, Illenium. Born in Downers Grove, Illinois, Illenium’s early life was shaped by a diverse range of experiences. He spent much of his childhood in Chicago but also lived in Seattle and France before ultimately settling down in Denver, Colorado where he resides now and continues developing his passion for m

The very first DJ show at the acclaimed Sphere Las Vegas is tomorrow night! Given the cultural significance of this mini-residency and the fact that the Sphere may represent the future of live entertainment, it’s not surprising that Anyma is planning much more than a typical DJ set for this show. We knew the show was called The End of Genesys, but that’s all we knew. We expected some crazy visuals, but now we’re getting a sense for how expansive the show will be. Anyma took to social m

Anyma’s much-awaited event series “The End of Genesys” at Las Vegas’s Sphere has been announced (lineup) as a four-act cybernetic opera, stretching the boundaries of live electronic music performance into hitherto unexplored terrain in an unparalleled mix of robots, electronic music, and philosophical investigation. The news, which has rocked the electronic music scene, exposes an ambitious production including the first robotic cello duet, where Universal robots will accompany Anyma’s electron

Drumcode Records has long been a pillar of excellence for independent record labels in the dance/electronic scene. Adam Beyer‘s imprint has been bringing techno to the masses since it was established in 1996, and now, 28 years later, it’s still going stronger than ever. Between the caliber of its releases and the rigorousness of its touring schedule this year, Drumcode further affirmed its status as one of the dance/electronic genre’s preeminent record labels, prompting its recognition as Dancin

A 3-day event meant to unwind and be free gone sour! One of South East Asia’s largest electronic dance music festivals, Djakarta Warehouse Project, is facing the heat due to excessive policing. This comes amid reports of intense safety and security measures amid its recent event. Patrons of the festival in Indonesia had taken to social media earlier sharing alleged aggressive rendezvous with local law enforcement authorities. The allegations range from extortion to intense security checks, and

Going into 2012 both Avicii and Nicky Romero were coming off the back of releasing possibly their most iconic tracks as in 2011 Avicii had dropped the iconic ‘Levels’ and Nicky Romero had released the legendary ‘Toulouse.’ When it came to this date 12 years ago they unveiled what is easily one of the best progressive house anthems ever. The timeless classic ‘I Could Be The One.’ The track was first unveiled in November of 2011 as an instrumental and would go under the working title of ‘NickTim’

Lady Gaga, the iconic pop star known for her boundary-pushing music and avant-garde fashion, has recently announced that her upcoming album, dubbed ‘LG7’, will be heavily influenced by industrial dance music. In an interview with the Los Angeles Times, Gaga expressed her excitement about collaborating with DJs and Gesaffelstein on this new project. Set to be released in February, ‘LG7’ promises to be a diverse and genre-defying album that explores the chaotic nature of life and ultimately finds