Dance Music News

Avicii - I’m Tim, an intimate documentary about the life of the late EDM icon Avicii, is coming to Netflix, the streaming service announced in a press release. Netflix will also premiere Avicii - My Last Show, which chronicles the DJ's final performance at Ushuaïa Ibiza back in 2016, per a press release. Ubiquitously known as one of the most virtuosic dance music producers of all-time, Avicii, whose real name was Tim Bergling died by suicide two years later at the age of 28 after grappling with

Fresh off the success of his recent album, Bigger Than Us, Electronic music producer Stephan Jacobs, known by his stage name BOSA, is back with a new remix. This time, he’s taken on Sia’s powerful anthem, ‘Towards the Sun‘, infusing it with his signature blend of deep, organic grooves and cinematic soundscapes. BOSA is just one of the many aliases Jacobs wears to make music. While BOSA is focused on House and grooves primarily, he’s also hypnotizing crowds under his Psychedelic Tractor monik

Thematic Electronic music producer AVANCE has unveiled his latest long-play, I Saw The Screen Bleed. This album, honoring its name, dives deep into the darker sides of Dance music, drawing inspiration from the haunting atmosphere of horror films, and shifting that uneasy feeling over to the auditory corner of the senses. The album is a testament to AVANCE’s ability to evoke powerful and intense emotions through his music. Each track was designed to be a different journey into the unknown, fi

With the countdown to Envision Festival 2025 well underway, it's now hit a snag: an unexpected email blast written by Founder & Creative Director Joshua Wendel with the title "Envision 2025 Postponement: Back To Our Roots for a Stronger Future." "We are writing to share a significant decision we’ve made regarding the future of Envision," the email begins. "After careful consideration, we’ve decided to postpone the 2025 event until 2026... While this is not an easy step, it’s one that we beli

Eran Hersh and Shooma have joined forces for an official remix of Swedish House Mafia and Alicia Keys' soaring dance anthem, "Finally." The original track, a cover version of Kings of Tomorrow's Defected classic of the same name, dropped in August. Hersh and Shooma inject it with even more soul, reimagining it through a sultry Afro house arrangement that thrums with fresh intensity. Their remix simmers with a vibrant Afro house pulse that feels both hypnotic and electrifying. Keys' distinct voca

News of the record comes following the tragic passing of frontwoman Danielle Moore in August Continue reading...

Here’s one unique multigenre track for you to kick off the week. Electronic music powerhouses Excision and Dion Timmer have teamed up today to deliver their latest, a truly explosive track, with a tongue-twister of a name. ‘DABADABADABADABA‘ is a high-octane collaboration, which also serves as their welcome return to Monstercat after a year-long hiatus, while being their first joint release on the label. The release arrives during a landmark year, with Excision’s flagship festival Lost L

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Berlin’s legendary club Tresor has reintroduced its mentorship and training program, designed to support aspiring nightclub managers and venue projects. Initially launched in early 2024, this 12-week mentorship course was created by Tresor’s owner, Dimitri Hegemann, along with former booker Diana Alagić and sociologist Martin Fuller. Scheduled from January to June 2025, the Tresor Foundation’s Academy of Subcultural Understanding is open to young adults in the EU who aim to establish venues

Dreamstate SoCal is just a few weeks away! The Insomniac trance festival will take place at the Queen Mary Waterfront in Long Beach on November 22nd – 23rd. Featuring a picturesque waterfront view, there will be a total of four unique stages that ravers can explore and dance at. Additionally, the official afterparty lineup is out and is a cherry on top because it takes place at the same festival venue. The afterparties take place each night of the festival, starting from 12am and going all t

Prodigy Artists, the powerhouse music management company behind some of electronic music's biggest stars, has named Eric Bindman its new Director of Operations.  Bindman's promotion signals Prodigy's continued focus on scaling up operations and expanding its reach. Founded by Steven Haddad and Will Runzel, the firm represents a who's who of elite DJs and electronic dance music producers, including NGHTMRE, Audien, SLANDER, Grammy-winning producer Bēkon and rising stars like Pauline Herr. Prodigy

Nintendo is rewriting the rules of in-game music with Nintendo Music, a mobile app that invites fans to stream the soundtracks behind their favorite games. Available now for iOS and Android, Nintendo Music allows Switch Online members to enjoy exclusive game tracks in a streamlined interface packed with nostalgic surprises and curated playlists that bring Nintendo's beloved worlds to life. Tailored exclusively for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers, the company's unexpected foray into music stre

A Las Vegas resident by the name of James Kay, has filed a lawsuit against the Las Vegas Sphere venue, alleging excessive noise levels that have disrupted his quality of life. The lawsuit, filed in Clark County District Court, targets the Sphere’s operators and Clark County for approving a waiver allowing the venue to exceed county sound limits. Kay, a resident of Park Towers, claims that the Sphere’s loud sound tests, which began in July, have caused significant disturbances, including ratt

Federal police indicted nine people for the murders of both Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira Continue reading...

The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds inspired by the scene of yesteryear. EDM.com's weekly Fresh Picks series discovers new music and unearths influential tracks that help define the underground dance scene. You can find the below tracks on EDM.com's Fresh Picks Playlist. Follow to stay up-to-date and submit tracks for consideration here. EDM.com Fresh Picks Champion, Fout Tet, Skrillex, Naisha - Talk To Me Darby, ÊMIA - AUTOPILOT Covex, Lexi Shanley - I Miss U (

Xenoverse by Chizawa Q 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 techno label R&S Records ‘Xenoverse’ is set for release November 22, 2024. Born in Yokohama, Japan, Chizawa Q remains deeply rooted in his homeland, recording this full-length project across from Tokyo Bay. Following the success of two lead singles: “Beluga” (October 4) and “Black Nebula” (Oct

“Shooting Stars” lands as Marc Antonix’s latest love letter to bass and electro-house muscle with an unexpected twist. A bubbling talent on the West Coast, Antonix has carved his path through the LA underground, igniting Academy LA and Avalon Hollywood while stacking 3.75 million Spotify streams. Through releases like “Love Wantz Lovin,” “So Fine,” and “Flashback,” Antonix has carved out his own corner of the electronic landscape – one where experimental sound scapes and unpredictable drops

mobilee · Eli Fola "Healing For The Youth" – mobilee298 Nigerian / American artist Eli Fola has released ’the powerful two-track EP ‘Healing For The Youth’ on Mobilee. This compelling project showcases two standout tracks: the title piece, a collaboration with spoken word artist Cyrus Aaron, and the vibrant instrumental Nation of Dance by Eli Fola himself. ‘Healing For The Youth’ is a call to empower and uplift young people, especially those in inner cities who often feel marginalized or

Crazy P announce their ninth studio album Any Signs Of Love with the emotive lead single ‘Human After All’. The full album arrives on the 29th of November, via Walk Don’t Walk in association with !K7 Music. Completed earlier this summer, before the passing of beloved frontwoman Danielle Moore, Any Signs of Love is the culmination of three decades of unforgettable live performances, deep friendship and above all, incredible music. With the loss of Danielle, and the outpouring of love that

Disgruntled locals complained of “crap” music through the night until the early hours Continue reading...

On November 1st, Swedish House Mafia and Alicia Keys unveiled a set of fresh remixes of their popular track ‘Finally’, and in these new takes, one remix has quickly captured fans’ attention: Eran Hersh and Shooma’s Afro-house take. This reimagining brings a unique twist to the progressive house original, infusing it with vibrant Afro-house energy that revitalizes the song with a new feel. The remix blends Eran Hersh and Shooma’s distinct styles, blending classic Afro-house elements with modern p

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In a time when electronic music sometimes seems caught between commercial accessibility and underground authenticity, Fritz Kalkbrenner‘s ‘Third Place‘ is a brilliant link between worlds. Released on November 1, 2024, the album is a careful investigation of what makes public places so essential to our collective experience, not just another compilation of party music. The Changing Character of a Sound Those who know Kalkbrenner’s path from his breakout song “Sky & Sand” (with brother Paul

Bristol’s dance music maestro, Jody Wisternoff, has unveiled the second single, ‘Sweetest Thing,’ from his eagerly awaited third studio album, Welcome To My World. The track is a deep house journey through ethereal soundscapes, blending thought-provoking spoken word samples with percussive grooves and ever-evolving synths. Layers and layers of various percussive beats and dazzling synths build upon each other throughout the track. Wisternoff’s masterful production skills are on full di

*Featured Cover Photo Credit: Kursza The 2024 edition of Breakaway Bay Area, which returned to the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco. was a spectacular experience. It brought tons of great bass, mesmerizing audiovisuals, electrifying pyrotechnics, and importantly, a lot of fans just having a great time jamming to amazing music on the weekend of October 25-26. Just like last year’s event, Breakaway Bay Area 2024 was a celebration of not just the world-class dance/electronic music