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“Everything was better in the 90s!” You probably heard this phrase a million times, and while it may not always be true, it does relate to Faithless’ “Insomnia.” Released back in 1995, Sister Bliss, Maxi Jazz, and Rollo Armstrong gave the world one of the greatest dance hits ever created. With a mesmerizing production, powerful vocals, as well as lyrics, the British band took the rave scene by storm from only their second release. “I spent 20 minutes with a pad jotting down my thoughts, finished

Henri Bergmann’s Automatik label is continuing to break dance music boundaries with the release of Interstellar VA II, a 15-track compilation that bridges the gap between veteran underground artists and rising stars. Building on the success of the first Interstellar compilation, this latest project further cements Automatik’s reputation as a home for cutting-edge club music and emerging voices within the electronic music scene. The compilation features an impressive roster of talent, includi

Are you ready to dance away your Thanksgiving feast calories? Cheat Codes has got you covered with one of the best Thanskgiving weekend parties as they takeover Marquee New York on November 29. Tickets are still available here. Cheat Codes is an American electronic music trio hailing from Los Angeles, California. Composed of Trevor Dahl, Kevin Ford, and Matthew Russell, the group has taken the electronic music scene by storm. Known for their dynamic and unforgettable live shows, their nonsto

Sonar Festival 2025 first names have been announced! The Barcelona establishment will witness its 32nd edition next year. It will stretch through 12th to 14th June next summer. A total of 66 artists have made the list for the first draft of artists set to perform. First drop of the artist roster includes a host of names spanning across genres. This includes major acts like Eric Prydz, Four Tet, Honey Dijon, Vintage Culture and Jayda G. Peggy Gou, Helena Hauff, Overmono and Arca are als

The countdown is on! Electric Daisy Carnival Mexico has released the 2025 lineup which features a stellar roster of artists, showcasing both international headliners and local talent. EDC Mexico is set to return to Mexico City from February 21 to 23, 2025, at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. The lineup includes some of the biggest names in the game, including some of the Techno heavy hitters such as Nico Moreno, Sara Landry, Amelie Lens, Mau P, Lilly Palmer, and more. Other huge names are

Today, the techno festival, Awakenings, set off a firestorm with a social media post about saying (temporary) goodbye to the legendary Gashouder venue in Amsterdam. We’ve already said temporary farewell to Printworks and we saw Miami’s Club Space closed for the entire Summer for its renovations. What’s happening with Gashouder? As it turns out, these plans have been in motion since August. On August 10, Amsterdam granted a permit to build a basement under Gashouder. Right now, the

Verknipt Croatia | Holiday Festival is announcing its hotly-anticipated return in 2025 with a reimagined event layout, new production elements, and an even more diverse line-up than its debut. The event will descend upon Zrce Beach, Croatia, from June 29th to July 3rd, 2025, with intentions to raise the bar across every aspect of the holiday festival. Verknipt once again proves its dedication to creating the most immersive and high-production events in the scene.  The carefully curated line-

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The endless quest for IDs has propelled Shazam to an unfathomable milestone: over 100 billion searches. Representatives of the Apple-owned platform put the number of searches into perspective in a celebratory blog post, noting that it would take 12 searches from every person on the planet to reach 100 billion. If a single user tried to reach that figure, they would need to Shazam a new song every second for 3,168 years. The data illustrates the explosive growth garnered by Shazam since its debut

As Art Basel is once again set to sweep through Miami with a fresh whirlwind of creativity, Experts Only will be orchestrating a night out in Magic City where house music reigns supreme.  Co-produced by Diskonect and Third Eye Hospitality, both of whom are annual staples of Miami Music Week, the show will transform Miami's Toejam Backlot into a haven for house and techno fans at Art Basel 2024. Leading the charge is Experts Only, the ascendent record label founded by dance music superstar John S

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Tomorrowland has sparked excitement across the electronic music world with a captivating teaser for its 2025 Belgium edition theme. Shared on Instagram, the mysterious visuals feature an icy, cosmic aesthetic intertwined with symbols resembling ancient runic alphabets, often associated with Norse mythology and Viking culture. These enigmatic symbols evoke a mystical and timeless vibe, perfectly complementing the teaser’s blend of celestial imagery and Nordic influence. Fans speculate that To

Passenger 10, born as Christian Beat Hirt, is a Swiss melodic house artist who has received nominations for the Grammys in the past. On November 15, he returned to his house label, Enormous Tunes, and released his latest single, ‘Falling’, a track that definitely generates tons of touching emotions from start to finish. Passenger 10 initially released ‘Falling’ as demo for the Cyclopedia 2 sample pack and the demo gained a lot of good reviews. As a result, the artist decided to transform it into

John Summit has elevated his hit single ‘Where You Are’ feat. HAYLA with a live and orchestral version that features Dutch music producer Maddix and brings together electronic dance music and live instrument arrangements. Released as a live recording from The Forum in Los Angeles, this version offers an emotive and cinematic listening experience. Song Breakdown The orchestral version opens with sweeping strings and keys, gradually building to the hook. Drums join in, leading to a powerfu

*Featured Cover Photo Credit: Mina Kim/PA (PA Wire) The U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has officially provided his backing for Parliament plans to make spiking a criminal offense nationwide. The PM’s backing comes after the Labour Government made spiking a criminal offense as a form of assault under the “Offences Against the Person Act” on July 17th. The criminal offense, which Parliament included it in the 35 proposed bills, also got its introduction during the King’s Speech that occurred

Hï Ibiza has been voted ‘World’s Best Club’ for the fifth consecutive time in the International Nightlife Association’s prestigious “The World’s 100 Best Clubs® 2024” list. Ushuaïa Ibiza was also voted into third place in a list that features the world’s premier nightlife venues around the world.  The list of The World’s 100 Best Clubs® 2024 was selected from a total of 420 nominated venues from 65 different countries. The online popular vote accounted for 50% of the final vote, while the ot

Mha Iri has just dropped the first installment of his highly anticipated four-part EP series, “Elements.” Titled “Leader of the Pack,” this track is a high-energy, bass-driven anthem that sets the tone for the rest of the series. “Leader of the Pack” is a sonic journey that takes listeners on a wild ride through Mh a Iri‘s signature sound. The track features a driving bassline, pulsating synths, and soaring melodies that create an irresistible groove. “Leader of the Pack” is just t

When two trailblazers like Subtronics and Alison Wonderland team up, the result is bound to shake the bass music scene. Today the duo delivers their much-anticipated track, ‘No One Does It Like,’ out now on Cyclops Recordings. The track is a thrilling ride through heavy bass, glitchy textures, and Alison Wonderland’s echoing vocals. Whether you’re a fan of Subtronics’ chaotic yet precise production or Alison’s dynamic energy, this release hits all the right notes. This isn’t the first time

On November 21, 2024, electronic music power house Kaskade unveiled ‘Heaven Knows‘ a collaborative effort with UK duo Punctual and vocalist Poppy Baskcomb, marking his return to Monstercat. The track seamlessly blends nostalgic elements reminiscent of Kaskade’s early work with contemporary dance music sensibilities. Kaskade shared, “This song wasn’t designed to be a time machine but somehow it does transport me back to my earlier days, so if you’ve been with me for a minute on this journey,

The legendary EDM venue Club Space Miami announced today that legendary Dutch DJ Tiësto will return after over a decade from his last show in the club. Link Miami Rebels’ Coloma Kaboomsky teased the big announcement earliet today on a post that alluded to the DJ’s In Search of Sunrise mix series from decades ago. Tiësto at Club Space Then, the news broke out at 5pm ET today that one of EDM’s biggest names will return to the Terrace to provide us with a joyous and delightful sunrise

Canadian powerhouse producer and DJ Deadmau5 has signed with Creative Artists Agency (CAA) for representation. The partnership, led by agent Ferry Rais-Shaghaghi, aims to enhance deadmau5’s future projects. A Legacy of Innovation in EDM Deadmau5, born Joel Zimmerman on January 5, 1981, in Niagara Falls, Ontario, is renowned for his innovative contributions to the electronic dance music world. His unique blend of progressive house, techno, and electro-house, characterized by intricate me

Just when the battle between Malaa and his Alter Ego couldn’t get any fiercer, the two strike again. This time, DJ and producer Odymel chooses his side. Joining forces with the Alter Ego, Odymel collaborates on the new high-energy track ‘Mango Disco’. Fresh off the success of Malaa’s recent release ‘Make It Work’, the masked Alter Ego keeps the energy fired up, with a high-octane anthem that showcases hard techno in its truest form. Infused with playful and infectious melodies, ‘Mango Disco’ sh

DJ/producer Oliver Heldens under his HI-LO moniker has teamed up with Holland’s most celebrated producers, the legendary duo Chocolate Puma, for his latest single, ‘WTFU,’ out now on HILOMATIK.  Quite simply, ‘WTFU’ does what the title suggests: it Wakes you The F*ck Up! There is no break from the peak time madness here, from the opening sample that first commands your attention to the droning race car techno throughout, this is the soundtrack to the darkest and sweatiest club experiences. ‘

Mark Reeve returns to Monika Kruse’s Terminal M Records with his highly anticipated 2-track Golden EP. Featuring a reimagined version of his 2019 hit ‘Golden’ alongside the brand new track ‘All We Have’, the EP highlights Reeve’s evolving sound and his mastery of deep, atmospheric techno. Golden (2024 Remake) The title track reimagines ‘Golden’ with a more intense, modern feel. The revamped version intensifies the basslines and rolling rhythms while preserving the original’s emotive core

Returning to the stunning island of Sunny Side Festival lineup 2025 CARISTA, Dungeon Meat, Felipe Valenzuela, Hamish & Toby, Harry Mccanna, Magda, Margaret Dygas, Maxime DB, Sam Bangura, Sonja Moonear and many more now emerge from this world-class mix of rising stars, legends, and cutting-edge talents from across the house and techno spectrum. Between Sicily and the coast of North Africa, Malta is a magnificent gem in the middle Mediterranean with glistening seas, immaculate beaches, and p