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2024 is already shaping up to be a milestone year for rising producer Danny EVIZA, who has impressed us with the releases of ‘Gone’ and ‘I Am Done’. These standout tracks have solidified his reputation as an artist to watch. Now, Danny EVIZA is further elevating that status with his third release of the year, an electrifying collaboration titled ‘Take A Shot’ with Chris Burke and Kom. Created in collaboration with Scottish artist Chris Burke and Italian artist Kom, ‘Take A Shot’ marks another hi

With his previous release coming at the start of 2023, ‘Dark Passenger’, K3X makes a powerful return to our playlists with his new single, ‘Dystopia’. After many months spent in the studio, K3X has found the perfect time to release what he has been working on and that begins with this incredible single. Released on Unstoppable Records, K3X blends the evocative elements of melodic deep techno with a dystopian narrative, creating a unique tone in the single which sets it apart from other releases

25 years later, Darude's "Sandstorm" remains the delightfully unhinged gift that keeps on giving.  For anyone who remembers the "Sandstorm" era, it was an unstoppable force, sweeping through clubs, soundtracking countless gaming videos and living on as the internet's universal trolling answer to, "What song is this?" Now, an official remake by Sikdope has hit streaming platforms, recapturing that same boundless energy but amplifying it for today's festival crowd. Longtime fans of the original ma

Ollie Mundy presents ‘Kirima’ featuring Kenyan vocalist Nes Mburu on his OVAVA Music imprint. Marking the 6th release from OVAVA, Kirima exemplifies the signature blend of Melodic and Afro-inspired sounds that fans have come to expect from the exciting new label.  Driven by infectious rhythms and powerful bassline, Kirima showcases captivating vocals from Nes Mburu skillfully brought together by Ollie Mundy’s exceptional production. Recognised globally for his powerful and highly emotive Melodic

A recent study by Lloyds Bank revealed that Oasis Live ’25 tickets have become a prime target for scammers and their platform of choice is Facebook Marketplace. Since the announcement of the Oasis reunion tour in August, around 70% of reported concert ticket scams have involved Oasis tickets. Victims of these scams typically lose around £346, though some have reported losses as high as £1,000. Scammers are primarily targeting individuals aged 35-44, who make up 31% of fraud reports. High-pro

The chill is setting in, and the world’s iciest festival is back to turn up the heat: Igloofest Montreal returns from January 16 to February 8, 2025, in the heart of the Old Port, with an untamed lineup that’ll unleash everyone’s party animal! Let’s take a look at all the weekends. Kicking off on Thursday, January 16, Igloofest opens with a bang as UK tech house sensation Michael Bibi makes his much-anticipated Montreal debut. The heat continues Friday, January 17, with local legend Apashe 

Losing your phone at a music festival isn't just annoying—it's an epidemic. Festivals and raves have become hotbeds for phone thefts, turning carefree events into stress-filled searches for stolen devices. In fact, an astonishing 70 million phones are lost or stolen annually—that's enough for an entire country the size of Thailand. With a phone lost or stolen every half-second worldwide, it’s no wonder that festival-goers are looking for ways to keep their devices secure. But one startup, Clutch

In an unprecedented achievement, Alesso has become the first artist to land back-to-back #1 singles on dance radio with two different tracks in consecutive weeks. His song "I Like It" (with Nate Smith) topped the Mediabase Dance Radio Airplay chart on October 20th before "Never Going Home Tonight" (with David Guetta and Madison Love) defied the odds and rocketed to the same position on the 27th, sealing his record-breaking status. The tracks also briefly reigned supreme atop Billboard's Dance/Mi

Back at the end of 2022, Pioneer DJ had welcomed the newest controller creation in its family of products that are aimed towards helping any aspiring DJ find a starting point to an eventual career. And ahead of this holiday season, anyone that’s starting out in their DJ journey while hoping to not break the bank on a reliable, affordable, and professional-looking option should consider the DDJ-FLX4 as a go-to controller. Starting at a budget-friendly price of $299 and formerly replacing Pion

Kygo's "Higher Love" has reached even greater heights after joining Spotify's elusive billion-stream club. It's not hard to see why. The Norwegian dance music superstar's 2019 remake of the Whitney Houston classic blended the untouchable diva's powerful vocals with his sun-soaked beats, creating a modern anthem that effortlessly bridges generations. Houston's voice, already immortal, found new life in Kygo's fresh arrangement, which feels eternally summer. It's the kind of track that somehow fit

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Dreamers! We are treading really closely to our reunion. The Queen Mary will have us once again to share our love for Trance and Techno in Long Beach for Insomniac’s Dreamstate Music Festival Southern California 2024. The love and the light will reign supreme for two days of high-energy sets, art, and twisted afterparties. However, once most prepare, and if there’s something we learnt last year is that the dynamic is different than the NOS Center in San Bernardino. So, let’s start packing and pl

Barclay Crenshaw has been on an absolute tear this year, with the official send-off of his OG Claude VonStroke moniker and the release of his Open Channel album and accompanying tour. The DJ/producer is now back with another new track, the emotionally charged ‘Goodbye My Friends,’ featuring vocals from his son, Jasper Crenshaw. This track marks a significant moment as Jasper’s first official release, coinciding with his journey into college life. Renowned for his electrifying performan

In a cloudy succession of events in the early hours of November 5th, the Norwegian Joy, the cruise currently hosting EDC’s EDSea, had to return to Miami after running into medical emergencies on board. While little is currently known about the situation and no official statement has been released, internauts at the festival have been sketching the situation for the rest to try and understand. Theories involve a concussed individual who fell off a balcony, cases of overdose, and even one pas

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By now, the word is out: one of the world’s biggest and most iconic electronic music festivals, Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), is set to electrify Thailand. From January 17th-19th, 2025, EDC Thailand will transform Boat Avenue Lakefront in Phuket into an unforgettable, three-day celebration. With a massive lineup spread across three main stages, EDC Thailand promises to be a landmark event for Southeast Asia’s festival scene. While the lineup boasts returning legends like Alesso, Fisher, Illeniu

Ibiza bid a bittersweet farewell to one of its most beloved nights, Trip, at Chinois, and it was nothing short of an electrifying sendoff. The evening was electric from the moment doors opened, with queues snaking around the corner, capturing the island’s loyal locals who came out to celebrate and say goodbye to their favorite night. Kicking off the night, Bobby Pleasure took to the decks, delivering a masterclass in genre-blending. Known for his impeccable tune selection, he rolled ou

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Today marks the 57th birthday of the legendary David Guetta who is still at the top of his game and showing no signs of slowing down. The French DJs journey in music started all the way back in 1984 where he started DJing in Paris and gradually made a name for himself in the club scene even becoming the manager of the ‘Le Palace’ nightclub. But it was in 2007 when Guetta’s career really took off with his third studio album ‘Pop Life’ featuring the unforgettable track ‘Love is Gone’ which reached

Crys L‘s “Hironoda” boldly moves backward to forward in a time when electronic music sometimes follows the next trend. This throbbing work of electronic craftsmanship offers a fresh version that resonates with modern audiences and is a love letter to the pioneering sounds of 1980s Electronic Body Music (EBM). With truly old synthesizer tones that could have come from a forgotten underground club circa 1985, “Hironoda” sets its retro credentials from the first minutes. The basis of the music is

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In a pivotal moment for the music industry, it’s rare to see an artist emerge with the power to redefine boundaries. Chizawa Q has crafted a forward-thinking collection that proudly honours foundational influences while pushing into new sonic territory. His debut album on the powerhouse label R&S Records ‘Xenoverse’ is set for release November 22, 2024. Chizawa describes his album as “a soundtrack to a universe not yet born – a sci-fi score stirring memories of a world we’ve never known.

After setting Transmission Bangkok 2024 ablaze with an electrifying performance, Maddix sat down with us to reflect on his unique musical journey, his game-changing collaborations, and the recent launch of his signature Maddix Rumble plug-in. Known for pioneering a bold fusion of Big Room, Techno, and Trance, Maddix opened up about the freedom he’s found in merging genres and his evolving role as an inspiration to aspiring producers worldwide. From his unforgettable set at Transmission to his up