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Drumcode Records has long been a pillar of excellence for independent record labels in the dance/electronic scene. Adam Beyer‘s imprint has been bringing techno to the masses since it was established in 1996, and now, 28 years later, it’s still going stronger than ever. Between the caliber of its releases and the rigorousness of its touring schedule this year, Drumcode further affirmed its status as one of the dance/electronic genre’s preeminent record labels, prompting its recognition as Dancin

Words by Ross Goldenberg. “Carry You” can only be defined as an abnormality. Typically, Dancing Astronaut‘s Track of the Year selection is a release that originates within the same calendar year. For more reasons that one, “Carry You” is unlike many that have come before it. Immediately after Martin Garrix acquainted us with “Flashlights” — the track’s original, fan-dubbed alias following Ultra 2023 — pleas for the ID’s release hadn’t even begun to scratch the surface. But as the one-ye

The 2024 Coachella lineup boasts a variety of dance music headliners, including Justice, Everything Always (comprising John Summit and Dom Dolla), Anyma, Bicep, and more. Still, Coachella’s small but mighty Yuma Tent tends to generate some of the major festival’s best programming, and even some of it most memorable moments. Presented and hosted by Framework, the 2024 Yuma bill exemplifies a stellar cast of in-demand DJ talent. Gorgon City, ANOTR, Kevin de Vries, and Reiner Zonneveld, in addition

New year, new artists to watch. Back by popular demand, Dancing Astronaut’s annual class of artists to watch underscores 25 of the dance/electronic genre’s most enticing future achievers. From unique underground wavemakers to soon-to-be festival big shots running the gamut from bass to techno, with so much in between, we’re proud to continue our Artists to Watch feature for the 12th year — enjoy. Artists appear in alphabetical order. Aaron Hibell When conceptualizing Dancing A

Rhetorical question: Are there more stars in the universe or Max Styler hits?  We’re fully aware that Max Styler isn’t a new artist. But in 2024, it felt like Styler experienced the surge he’d been working towards for the past decade or so — an ascension that prompted him to become one of the most-talked-about artists in all of dance music this year, and an ascension that would eventually provide the basis for this article.  Styler’s deservingness of Dancing Astronaut’s Breakout Artist o

In 2023, over 500,000 people flocked to Amsterdam Dance Event — also known as ADE — the epicenter of the global dance music industry. This renowned music conference and festival brings together dance music fans, artists, and industry professionals from across the globe, filling the Dutch capital with unforgettable sounds and must-attend experiences. 2024 is set to be the most impressive edition to date, with over 1,000 events spanning across 200 venues. And while ADE can feel overwhelming, Danci

Words by Alex Lambeau, Zach Salafia, and Ross Goldenberg. Cassian – SOS Cassian has been responsible one of the most sought-after IDs of the past month or so, with him now taking to John Summit’s Experts Only for his label debut, “SOS.” Despite an ambiguous vocal sample with some indiscernible lyrics, “SOS” is nothing short of Aahigh-octane club weapon that’s already become a centerpiece in Cassian’s latest sets. The release follows his unending hit streak over the past year alone that i

Words by Alex Lambeau, Zach Salafia, and Ross Goldenberg. Mary Droppinz – Drop In Freshly removed from an appearance at Coachella’s famed Do LaB — where she appeared alongside the likes of Sara Landry, Amelie Lens, Indira Paganotto, and more as part of Landry’s BLOOD OATH takeover this past Saturday — Mary Droppinz has returned with her refreshing brand of bass music on her latest single. “Drop In” lands as the debut release on Zeds Dead’s Deadbeats for the first of four Dancing Astronau

Words by Alex Lambeau and Zach Salafia The Temper Trap – Sweet Disposition (ARTBAT remix) Landing on their own UPPERGROUND imprint, ARTBAT‘s remix of The Temper Trap’s “Sweet Disposition” preserves the original’s emotional essence while injecting their signature peak-time energy. A standout in their global festival sets – from Tomorrowland to Ultra – the euphoric remix has captivated crowds and cements ARTBAT’s place among dance music’s elite. Alongside a growing list of collaborators in

Words by Alex Lambeau, Zach Salafia, and Ross Goldenberg. Martin Garrix & Mesto – Limitless (Arcando Remix) Things have officially come full circle for one of Dancing Astronaut‘s Artists to Watch in 2025. Exactly a year removed from Martin Garrix unsuspectingly including Arcando’s “Jungle” remix in his Ultra 2024 tracklist, Garrix tasked Arcando with transforming “Limitless” with Mesto into a drum ‘n’ bass weapon. Slotted just moments before Garrix would also debut the pair’s current

The best in new dance music this week from Dancing Astronaut including Adam Sellouk, Fred again.., Hardwell, Linska, Zeds Dead & more. Featured image: Ultra Music Festival The post Dancing Astronaut’s New Music Friday: December 13, 2024 appeared first on Dancing Astronaut.

Dancing Astronaut’s New Music Friday featuring the best in new dance music from Adam Beyer, Anyma, Chris Lorenzo, RL Grime & Knock2, Wax Motif & more. Featured image: Eric Dew The post Dancing Astronaut’s New Music Friday: December 6, 2024 appeared first on Dancing Astronaut.

Words by Alex Lambeau, Zach Salafia, and Ross Goldenberg. New music highlights from Dancing Astronaut’s Artists to Watch in 2025: DREYA V – Up Front “Up Front” marks DREYA V‘s first original release since her rebrand from MISS DRE. And it’s understandably received massive pre-reelase support from the likes of HNTR, ALOK and VNSSA. Perhaps most notably, the Realm Records release served as one of the standout IDs from Alesso and Gorgon City’s back-to-back at Coachella’s Quasar stage in

Words by Alex Lambeau, Zach Salafia, and Ross Goldenberg. New music highlights from Dancing Astronaut’s Artists to Watch in 2025: Jackie Hollander, Malóne & Baby Bash – What The World Is Exactly two decades ago, Akon and Baby Bash released an all-time classic. Fast forward to present day and Jackie Hollander has brought it back to continue her red-hot release run. Teaming up alongside Malóne, an iconic vocal sample to turn it into the ultimate summer anthem. Hollander’s summer to

Words by Alex Lambeau & Zach Salafia Knock2 – nolimit [Album] One of the year’s most anticipated albums has already arrived. Knock2’s triumphant debut album, nolimit, features a towering 17 songs, including three previously released singles: “come aliv3” with RL Grime and Abi Flynn, “feel U luv me,” and “hold my hand” with Sophia Gripari. The album is a masterclass in the San Diego native’s ability to blend the genres of bass house and trap. It follows his recognition as Dancing Astr

Words by Alex Lambeau and Zach Salafia Arodes – Kidz (CamelPhat Remix) The most-played track in Tulum for 2025 is none other than Arodes’ hit single, “Kidz”. Now, the Grammy-nominated duo CamelPhat have elevated the track even further with an uptempo melodic house rework. Following a release-heavy 2024, CamelPhat is kicking off the new year strong with their take on one of dance music’s catchiest vocal records. Meera (NO) – No Title Yet Out now on Crib Records, “No Title Yet” by

Words by Alex Lambeau and Zach Salafia PACS – FAREWELL EP The man behind many Tale of Us IDs, PACS, has finally released two of his most requested tracks on Ruback’s Error label. “Farewell” and “Timeshift” (2025 Remaster) are loaded with punchy synths and a heavy bassline. Named a Dancing Astronaut Artist To Watch in 2025, PACS first release of the year makes a bold statement for the year ahead. Max Styler – Don’t Stop EP Reigning Dancing Astronaut Breakout Artist of the Year, Ma

Words by Alex Lambeau, Zach Salafia, and Ross Goldenberg. Alesso & Becky Hill – Surrender (John Alto Remix) Anyone that was tuned into Alesso and Gorgon City’s back-to-back at Coachella’s Quasar stage about a month ago were likely wondering who was responsible for the then-unreleased remix of Alesso and Becky Hill’s Ultra ID-turned-collaboration, “Surrender.” The answer would be John Alto, one of Dancing Astronaut‘s Artists to Watch in 2025. And that remix has officially arrived as o

Words by Alex Lambeau, Zach Salafia, and Ross Goldenberg. Alison Wonderland – Get Started (Mary Droppinz Remix) Mary Droppinz has returned to the release radar with her signature brand of bass music, this time offering an undertaking of Alison Wonderland’s “Get Started.” The remix from the Dancing Astronaut Artists to Watch in 2025 arrives just ahead of her set at Lightning in a Bottle, where she plays the Thunder stage just two years after serving as a stage opener at the very same fest

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Words by Alex Lambeau, Zach Salafia, and Ross Goldenberg. New music highlights from Dancing Astronaut’s Artists to Watch in 2025: Will Clarke – Burn This City (DREYA V Remix) After formally announcing her rebrand as DREYA V — previously MISS DRE — she’s back to remix what she described as one of her favorite tracks off of Will Clarke’s album, Midnight Mass. Released via Armada, DREYA V’s “Burn This City” remix comes as her first release under the new moniker and follows her origi

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