Dance Music News

Coming as part of Hyundai Artlab’s digital commission series, audio-visual artist Kohui uses experimental sound and data to highlight the country’s biodiversity in his new project ‘Record for Disappearing Beings’ Continue reading...

The globally renowned, Berlin-based Keinemusik collective will bring their groundbreaking Kloud event series to AlUla on April 4, 2025 for the first time, presented by MDLBEAST. This one-of-a-kind performance will take place at the UNESCO World Heritage site of AlUla, a breathtaking destination where ancient history crosses over with modernity. Offering an unparalleled experience for lovers of arts, culture, and travel, AlUla has emerged as one of the Middle East’s most dynamic cultural hubs.

Balance Music takes the festival experience to the next level with their final international line-up for Balance Croatia, featuring the newly reformed Deep Dish and SOS (Desyn, Omid, Demi) making their Garden Tisno and Barbarella’s debuts). Breaks icons Stanton Warriors & Adam Freeland join the party, with heroes of the scene James Zabiela, Patrice Bäumel, & Just Her, plus many other exciting additions and pre-parties. From Friday 8th to Monday 11th August 2025, leading label Balance

Simon Shackleton pushes the boundaries with his new multimedia live show, ‘The Shadowmaker’. The first show of its kind from an electronic music producer, this ‘living documentary’ blends live performance of his new album with film and personal storytelling into an exploration of human resilience, vulnerability, and liberation. A raw and unflinching portrayal of self-discovery, ‘The Shadowmaker’ traces Shackleton’s turbulent journey to finding his emotional voice through music. Premiering at Den

With his stunning new Transcendence EP including two very distinct but equally strong sounds—one track is to dance to, the other one to listen to— techno tastemaker Enrico Sangiuliano returns to his prominent NINETOZERO label. Tickets for a unique SOLO event in Milan on Saturday 21st December will help to promote the release. For the Italian underground hero, this new book ends an amazing year. Just a few months following his Interconnection EP and a packed run of headline events, it signals ye

Someone collected all the Dragon Balls and wished to Shenron for more Zedd in their anime. Back in September, the superstar DJ was revealed to be a part of the final Dragon Ball anime on which creator Akira Toriyama worked before his death. Fans have been able to replay the opening theme of Dragon Ball DAIMA since the show's October release, but Zedd has now officially dropped "NAKAMA," its ending theme. Not to be confused with the leading game server technology, "NAKAMA" features the talents of

Rising upstart Levi, known for his chart-topping hit ‘Jump,’ is back with a fresh take on MGMT’s iconic track, ‘Electric Feel.’ Released on Get Together Records & Resound Records, this new single showcases Levi’s unique production style and his ability to breathe new life into classic songs. Levi’s ‘Electric Feel’ rework pays homage to the original while adding a modern twist. The track features deep basslines, sharp synths, and a progressive pulse that perfectly complements Oram’

The Electronic Dance Music Awards (EDMAs) are returning to Miami with a twist, joining forces with the resurgent International Dance Music Awards (IDMAs) to host an "elite experience for music industry professionals and fans" in 2025. Touted as the longest-running awards ceremony dedicated to the electronic music industry, the IDMAs have long been a focal point of Miami's Winter Music Conference. They're now returning alongside the beloved summit for the first time in five years after an indefin

Apple Music has leveled up its radio game, introducing three live global radio stations—Apple Música Uno, Apple Music Club, and Apple Music Chill. These additions complement existing stations Apple Music 1, Hits, and Country, bringing an even richer listening experience to fans worldwide. Accessible for free on Apple devices and the web, these stations showcase live-hosted content by iconic artists and tastemakers, offering a bespoke blend of curation and culture. Apple Música Uno: A Cel

Due to overwhelming success, Tomorrowland is excited to announce that the Tomorrowland Immersive Experience has been extended. The festival’s immersive audio-visual experience for all ages opened at the emblematic WiZink Center (La Sala de Cristal) in the heart of Madrid. It will now run through March 16, 2025. he past two months, the Tomorrowland Immersive Experience in Madrid has been attracting everyone from around the world. They embarked on a nearly 45-minute journey into the magical w

Billboard is revamping its dance charts offerings in 2025 to better recognize the diverse sounds of our favorite genre. While the metrics for the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart will remain unchanged, starting on January 18, 2025 (which reflects activity from January 3-9, the first full week of the year), the eligibility criteria for songs debuting on the ranking will shift. Going forward, only tracks primarily created by DJs or producers with a focus on electronic-based production will qualify

Grammy-winning artist DJ Snake has unveiled the highly anticipated world tour for his bass alias, The OUTLAW. Kicking off in 2025, the tour will electrify audiences in iconic cities such as New York, San Francisco, Denver, Seattle, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and more. Known for his high-energy performances, cinematic visuals, and cutting-edge production, The OUTLAW promises an immersive experience like no other. This announcement follows The OUTLAW‘s groundbreaking debut at Bangkok’s premier 808

In a candid interview during his performance at Dreamstate SoCal 2024, trance icon Armin van Buuren delved into the transformation of the genre, his artistic journey, and the future of electronic music. As one of the most influential figures in the dance music world, Armin shared insights into how trance has evolved and how he continues to innovate within the ever-changing industry landscape. The Evolution of Trance Reflecting on trance music’s trajectory, Armin highlighted its adaptabil

Junction 2 has revealed the first wave of artists that will perform at the next iteration of the festival. The event, which will take place at Boston Manor Park in London (UK), will feature once again some of the biggest acts in underground house and techno. Let’s take a look at this first wave announcement made the organizers. Attendees will have a chance to see perform artists like Charlotte De Witte, Daria Kolosova b2b Dr Rubinsten, Dax J b2b Helena Hauff, DVS1, Kettama, Nina Kraviz, Job

Awakenings, the iconic techno event series from the Netherlands, is set to elevate the festival experience with the return of Awakenings Upclose on May 17 and 18, 2025, at Houtrak. “This year’s lineup continues our mission to push boundaries, bringing together the pioneers, innovators, and fresh talents who embody the spirit of techno. After an unforgettable sold-out debut, the journey continues.” – Awakenings Official Facebook Page The 2025 lineup features a dynamic mix of techno stalw

Dom Dolla just announced a second night at New York City’s iconic Madison Square Garden, solidifying his meteoric rise in the global dance music scene. Known for his infectious grooves and captivating stage presence, Dom took to social media to share his excitement: A Historic Weekend in NYC Madison Square Garden, a venue synonymous with musical legends, will now host Dom Dolla across two unforgettable nights. This marks a significant milestone for the Australian producer, whose genr

Grammy-winning artist DJ Snake has just announced the world tour for his bass alias, The OUTLAW. The tour includes stops in iconic cities such as New York, San Francisco, Denver, Seattle, Los Angeles, , Atlanta. This highly anticipated tour marks a bold new chapter for DJ Snake as he brings his electrifying performances to some of the world’s most renowned venues. Fans can look forward to an immersive experience featuring his signature high-energy sets, cinematic visuals, and cutting-edge produc

In just a few years, Italian DJ and producer GENESI has carved out a space in the dance music world, blending his craft of Melodic House, Techno, and underground culture into an instantly recognizable signature. His rapid rise has been punctuated by monumental achievements, including ranking #44 on 1001Tracklists’ Top 101 Producers of 2024, where he was the second-highest new entrant of the year. GENESI’s breakout track, “Everything You Have Done (Meduza Edit),” has been a defining moment in his

Yesterday, we took a trip down memory lane to revisit our first-ever dubstep upload. Today, it’s all about the origins of our Music YouTube channel – and it begins with a bang: KOAN Sound’s remix of Skrillex’s ‘Kill Everybody’ As we count down to the grand finale of our UKF15 celebrations – a sold-out extravaganza at the mighty Drumsheds on December 13 – we’re having a quick catch up with KOAN Sound. Your remix of Skrillex’s ‘Kill Everybody’ was the first upload on our UK Music Cha

Carl Cox, DJ Minx, DJ Gigola and Jamie xx are among the bill Continue reading...

Knock2 and ISOxo returned to San Diego over the weekend for a pair of epic homecoming shows, which the latter called "way more meaningful than anything we've ever done." Until next year. The breakout electronic music duo, collectively known as ISOKNOCK, took over Snapdragon Stadium December 7-8 for their headlining twin bill, dubbed "San Diego 4EVR." They're now poised to expand the concept into a full-fledged annual festival called Niteharts Fest, they announced onstage Sunday night. Niteharts

The ‘We Are I.E.’ producer is credited with creating some of the earliest breakbeat tracks Continue reading...

DJ Ruby · Sasha – Bloodlock (DJ Ruby 2024 Rework) [FREE DOWNLOAD] An active DJ for more than 2 decades, and an active member of purveying House in his hometown, this Malta royalty and resident of the island, has a quiet yet formidable reputation around the electronic dance music circuit. Affable, and a powerhouse performer in a huge expanse of music land left deliberately open, to be explored and mapped out on one’s own, that one which he has in his stride , he has set a benchmark for being o

Taking place Friday the 14th of March 2025 at London’s esteemed Roundhouse, pioneering electronic composer and multi-disciplinary artist Max Cooper explores the intersections of art and science through his new ‘LATTICE 3D/AV’ show – his most ambitious live system yet. Highlighting his vision of elevating electronic music as an art form, the influential artist takes over London’s iconic Roundhouse for an elevated live experience, built with input from his audience. Lattice 3D/AV is Max Cooper

The tech means DJs don't need to manually submit set lists for royalties to be paid to producers, and there is also no cost for venues to participate Continue reading...