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Les Plages Électroniques are back for their 18th edition, ready to break records once again. After three sold-out days in 2024 with 60,000 attendees, 90 artists and performers, and countless hours of live music still resonating on the beach of the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, the festival is unveiling the first names for its line-up—all set to perform on the festival’s Main Stage. More than just a Beach Party, Plages Électroniques has established itself as one of the major summer events in F

The rave never has to come to an end, thanks to Apple Music's new 24-hour EDM station, Apple Music Club.  So far, a slew of exclusive mixes have already been confirmed from Jamie xx, FKA twigs, Honey Dijon and Nia Archives. Plus, Circoloco, Tomorrowland, fabric, Hï Ibiza and more renowned curators will showcase DJ sets on the station. Guided by hosts Tim Sweeney and NAINA, who will add thoughtful insights and commentary about various tracks and mixes, the station will play everything from mainst

Camping World Stadium in Orlando, where EDC Orlando takes place each year, is undergoing a significant expansion over the next few years. This upgrade includes 18,000 new seats, a 360-degree concourse, and a 100,000-square-foot indoor event center. These changes aim to improve the fan experience and make the stadium more suitable for larger events. Essentially, the plan is to make the stadium symmetrical, add an upper bowl with a concourse to walk around the entire stadium from the upper level,

Following the success of his singles “TAGIOG” and “White Teeth”, Quicche returns with ‘CYAN II’, marking his third release on the legendary R&S Records. The enchanting track paves the way for his forthcoming debut album, set to arrive in spring 2025.  Drawing influences from experimental indie, folktronica, shoegaze, and ambient music, through “Cyan II”. This lead single will further solidify his place as an emerging force in the new wave of alternate and electronica music scenes.  Marc Grün

Maike Depas makes a triumphant return with his latest project, ‘Sexy Devil Horse EP’, out now on his visionary label, Innovation Studio Records. Following the success of his ‘Circle of Life’ EP on Pushmaster Discs, this ambitious 10-track release not only underscores Depas‘ meteoric rise in the Hard Techno scene but also signals an exciting new era for his label and artistic journey. Sexy Devil Horse EP is a powerful celebration of collaboration and innovation. Featuring an impressive lineup of

Brazilian techno talent Acid Asian, also known as Fábio Seiki, returns to collaborate with Charlotte de Witte, this time showcasing his much-anticipated Deep Soul EP on her renowned KNTXT label. This dynamic collection of tracks showcases his unique fusion of hard techno, acid, rap/trap, and psytrance, reflecting his diverse musical background and innovative approach. Since starting the Acid Asian project during the pandemic in 2020, Fábio has rapidly risen in the techno world, becoming the

Today, international house music sensation HUGEL and creative visionaries TAFARI and KAMALI unveil TAFARI WORLD, a forward-thinking new apparel label that reimagines streetwear sensibilities through an uniquely artistic lens. Fusing together innovative design and high-end style with an avant-garde edge, TAFARI WORLD arrives on the scene as more than a contemporary clothing brand; it is a movement, a celebration of the connective power of creativity that harnesses fashion as its medium. 

EXIT Festival just revealed its first wave of artists for the 2025 edition. The award-winning Serbian festival is gearing up to celebrate 25 years of unforgettable moments with its “State of EXIT” edition. From 10th – 13th July, the Petrovaradin Fortress will once again transform into a global music hub, offering fans an experience like no other. The event is set to return for its milestone 25th-anniversary edition from the 10th to the 13th of July 2025 to Novi Sad, Serbia’s Second City whe

Avant Gardner is gearing up to celebrate its 10th anniversary and to come along with it – upgrades to the venue in many aspects. Brooklyn Mirage will be receiving a facelift with a focus on innovation, community, and improved guest experiences. The venue has recently announced a series of major upgrades and enhancements, promising an even more immersive and unforgettable experience for all. With the addition of new hospitality areas, expanded dance floors, and improved security measures, Av

Hard Techno Priestess Sara Landry, just announced her plans to bring her one-of-a-kind tour experience, ETERNALISM to New York City. On Thursday, May 1, the explosive it-girl will bring catharsis and communion to the city that never sleeps with ETERNALISM Brooklyn. It will take place at the city’s most coveted electronic music outposts, The Brooklyn Mirage. /center> ETERNALISM As she continues to blur the lines between the underground and the avant-garde, Landry is bringing her re

Gproject, a high-energy electronic music duo from Israel, were honing their craft for quite some time. Each member has a distinct Psytrance anthem impressed upon the dance scene. Together, they now deliver a truly epic new track ‘The Moment’. This single is more than set on captivating audiences worldwide, with the addition of fellow Israeli DJ/Producer Coexist. The end result is a track that can’t be missing from anyone’s hard-hitting playlist this year. Returning on Vini Vici’s imprint, Altez

Globally recognized as the longest-running electronic music conference of its kind, Winter Music Conference (WMC) will make its highly-anticipated return to Miami Beach for its 35th anniversary celebration, taking over the historic Eden Roc Miami Beach from Wednesday, March 26 – Friday, March 28, 2025. The 35th edition of the globally-renowned conference will deliver three days of dynamic, cutting-edge programming, blending educational panels, keynote talks, networking opportunities, and exclus

TATE SEDAR ensures to cite his progressive house origins in ‘Coming Home (I. M.U)‘ (standing for ‘I Miss You’) – a euphoric, festival-style single melding homesick female vocals with his newer ‘post-EDM’ sound (EDM of the past and present mixed with electroacoustic sounds). This track echoes his beginnings in electro and progressive house as well as a journey for identity and sounds and sights of his home San Francisco, clearly evident in the artwork. Rewind to 2023 – and TATE was between a

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Matt Sassari is a globally renowned DJ and producer hailing from Marseille, France, known for his distinctive blend of techno, tech house, and minimal sounds. With releases on industry-leading labels like Drumcode, Terminal M, and Truesoul, Sassari has earned widespread acclaim for his intricate production style and infectious grooves. Tracks like ‘Give It to Me‘ have solidified his status as a dancefloor favorite, gaining support from top-tier artists like Carl Cox, Adam Beyer, and Richie Hawti

*Featured Cover Photo Credit: Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times Decca Live is a brand-new venue in Jacksonville, FL. that will have its grand opening on Jan. 31, 2025. According to an article from VenuesNow, it is a 1,000-capacity venue that is located in a former hardware store that specializes in ship chandlery. Then, that store later became the headquarters for the Florida State Theater Company. This was a historic music venue that later got a little refreshing touch through the innova

Even though their music has been on an indefinite hold, the Daft Punk nostalgia machine keeps on churning. The legendary robots are welcoming fans back to the anime sci-fi world of Interstella 5555: The 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem, which is airing in 4K in theaters across the world. In honor of today's global cinematic event, Tokyo-based clothing brand GEEKS RULE has released a rare capsule collection inspired by the 2003 film and its iconic supervisor, Leiji Matsumoto. The collection compri

Solid Grooves boss Michael Bibi is back and stronger than ever after defeating a rare form of cancer this year. Now, he's giving away the trip of a lifetime. Fans of the London-based house music icon are currently vying for an unforgettable fusion of house music and Tulum jungle mystique deep in the enchanting Quintana Roo. Bibi's massive giveaway includes flights, hotel accommodations and a pair of tickets to his January 5th DJ set, complete with exclusive backstage passes. Adding to the allure

As the dust settles on the announcements for SOUNDSTORM 2024, one name has sent shockwaves through the electronic music world: Axwell /\ Ingrosso. The legendary Swedish duo is set to reunite for what appears to be a one-night-only performance at Riyadh’s premier music festival. Scheduled for Saturday, December 14th, from 1:00 AM to 2:30 AM, this monumental set will mark their first performance together since 2019. SOUNDSTORM 2024 and Axwell/\ Ingrosso The last time they hit the stage as a duo

As most of the country experiences its first snow of the season, Movement Festival has brought visions of sunshine after revealing the first wave of artists for its 2025 lineup. Each Memorial Day Weekend, techno fans from all over the world head to the genre's birthplace for one of the nation's most storied dance music festivals. With multiple stages hosting rare performances from hip-hop icons, local Detroit DJs and some of the biggest techno and house artists on the planet, Movement has become

The Misfits Festival, a global electronic music sensation, is making its way to Malaysia for the first time ever. Brought to you by Future Sound Asia and conceptualised by world-renowned global DJ Ben Nicky, Misfits Festival Malaysia promises an electrifying night of beats, breathtaking visuals, and immersive experiences at Surf Beach, Sunway Lagoon on 26 April 2025. Tickets go on sale starting 9 December 2024 at futuresoundasia.com. Since its inception, the Misfits movement has taken the globa

Tomorrowland presents “One Year,” a gripping 45-minute film that envelops viewers in the heart and soul of Tomorrowland‘s events and celebrations across 2024 and remembers a spectacular 20th anniversary year as the year draws to an end. Celebrating 20 years of unmatched impact on world culture, “One Year” explores the dreams, vitality, and relationships that define Tomorrowland as a phenomenon going beyond music. Filmed for distribution on December 27 on YouTube, “One Year” promises to be an am

Today, Empire of the Sun announced the 2025 North American leg of their Ask That God tour. The headline run will kick off on February 26 at Honolulu’s Blaisdell Arena and include shows at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre (April 28), the Greek Theatre in Berkeley, CA (May 3) and New York City’s Brooklyn Mirage (May 21). See below for full itinerary. The artist ticket pre-sale will begin on Wednesday, December 11, at 10:00 AM local time. Fans can pre-register for the artist pre-sale at https://la

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Known to the world as Asia’s biggest electronic dance music festival, Sunburn Goa has been delivering top of the range festival experiences for since 2007. With each year that passes, it seems near impossible to go bigger and better than what came before but that is something that they keep on doing as Sunburn Goa gears up for yet another edition where they don’t hold any punches. As if their initial lineup announcement which included major names such as Alesso, KSHMR, and ARGY wasn’t big enough