Dance Music News

Electronic music fans have received a hard-learned lesson in media preservation after Nest HQ, the defunct media platform owned by Skrillex's OWSLA label, removed all of its original music from SoundCloud. As the Internet Archive battles existential legal challenges and repositories of our favorite websites remain at risk, preservationists around the world have been alerting the public that no media existing entirely online is safe, and backups are essential. That's hit particularly close to hom

This Never Happened has had an outstanding year filled with remarkable releases. Today’s introduction is French producer Massane’s latest EP, Visage 8. This captivating three-track EP arrives just months after his exceptional release of his 7th edition of Visage project this summer, showcasing his continuous artistic evolution and commitment to delivering high-quality music. Visage 8 Visage 8 begins with the captivating track ‘Promise You,’ released by Bruno just a few weeks ago.

Fans are questioning whether the new emote, which resembles a gang-affiliated dance move, is appropriate for a game played by children Continue reading...

R-Trybe is hyped to announce the launch of its label alongside an inclusive artist-driven community, a concept inspired by Huxley (Defected, Toolroom, Aus), Ramin Rezaie (Solid Grooves, Silky), and BAKKIS (Dumb Safari).  With a combined mission to create a welcoming space for electronic music artists to learn, collaborate, and promote themselves, R-Trybe is set to challenge the traditional industry approach, focusing on genuine support over commercial gain. Rooted in a passion to uplift

News comes after the Met Police submitted a file of evidence into multiple sexual abuse allegations against the former BBC DJ Continue reading...

Over recent years, Rimbano has made a notable impact on the global house music scene. With releases on prominent labels like Sink Or Swim, Retails Records, and Material Series, this Italian artist has garnered support from industry heavyweights, including John Summit, Cloonee, Gordo, Acraze, CID, and more. Now, Rimbano is back on our new music feeds with another compelling addition to his growing catalog. His latest track, titled ‘Safada’, marks his seventh release this year, showcasing that

With his previous release coming at the start of 2023, ‘Dark Passenger’, K3X makes a powerful return to our playlists with his new single, ‘Dystopia’. After many months spent in the studio, K3X has found the perfect time to release what he has been working on and that begins with this incredible single. Released on Unstoppable Records, K3X blends the evocative elements of melodic deep techno with a dystopian narrative, creating a unique tone in the single which sets it apart from other releas

Dance music legend Armin van Buuren is taking fans behind the scenes of his highly anticipated A State of Trance Year Mix 2024 album. The Dutch DJ and producer is hosting a live stream from his home studio, making the process of connecting with fans worldwide all that more special. During the livestream, fans can join an interactive Discord chat — which you can join right here — to ask questions and engage with Armin in real time. The livestream will feature a deep dive into the track select

The famed Colombian DJ was hospitalised following the attack, while another person was killed Continue reading...

Hocus Pocus Festival took place from October 31st to November 2nd at Factory Town in Miami, Florida. Hosted by Miami Link Rebels and Insomniac, the event embodied all things Halloween complete with a costume contest and a haunted house. Across four stages, attendees were treated to a myriad of electronic music styles, from Latin beats to hard techno. Venue Located in Hialeah, Miami’s “City of Progress,” Factory Town is committed to fostering a diverse community of music lovers and creatives. Whi

Drum & Bass music, once an underground movement, now sits firmly on the global stage. Continuing to channel its melting pot origins, the genre flexes a diverse mix of styles, visually translated within the accompanying creative. Enhancing stand-out in a crowded, super accessible music arena, this creative plays an integral and essential part in the magic of the end product; whether it’s being delivered via digital platforms or on tangible traditional vinyl sleeves (a recent resurgence in th

93 Feet East on Brick Lane has been at the heart of London’s underground music scene for a quarter of a century. This iconic East London institution is now marking its 25th year with the much-anticipated return of the game-changing party FUSE while an upgraded sound system and cutting-edge lighting setup mark the start of a bold new chapter for this vital cultural space.  93 Feet East is situated within Shoreditch’s Old Truman Brewery complex and has always been synonymous with some of the U

Opening with a foreword from prolific Rush frontman Geddy Lee, THE MINIMOOG BOOK presents more than a decade’s worth of research-turned-storytelling by author, esteemed journalist, and music historian JoE Silva.⁠ Readers can expect exclusive interviews and features with legendary musicians like Keith Emerson, Rick Wakeman, Chick Corea, Tony Visconti (David Bowie), George Duke, Anne Dudley (Art of Noise), Bernie Worrell, Devo, Kraftwerk, Air, J Dilla, Gary Numan, and many others — as well as

Pet Shop Boys release their new double A-side single, ‘New London boy’ / ‘All the young dudes’, today, November 7. The single is available now as two digital bundles and from November 15 as two CD singles. The first five-track format includes a new radio edit of ‘New London boy’ and a cover version of the David Bowie-penned ‘All the young dudes’ produced by James Ford with orchestral arrangements by Anne Dudley. Pet Shop Boys originally performed this song in February in BBC Radio 2’s ‘Piano

2024 is already shaping up to be a milestone year for rising producer Danny EVIZA, who has impressed us with the releases of ‘Gone’ and ‘I Am Done’. These standout tracks have solidified his reputation as an artist to watch. Now, Danny EVIZA is further elevating that status with his third release of the year, an electrifying collaboration titled ‘Take A Shot’ with Chris Burke and Kom. Created in collaboration with Scottish artist Chris Burke and Italian artist Kom, ‘Take A Shot’ marks another hi

With his previous release coming at the start of 2023, ‘Dark Passenger’, K3X makes a powerful return to our playlists with his new single, ‘Dystopia’. After many months spent in the studio, K3X has found the perfect time to release what he has been working on and that begins with this incredible single. Released on Unstoppable Records, K3X blends the evocative elements of melodic deep techno with a dystopian narrative, creating a unique tone in the single which sets it apart from other releases

25 years later, Darude's "Sandstorm" remains the delightfully unhinged gift that keeps on giving.  For anyone who remembers the "Sandstorm" era, it was an unstoppable force, sweeping through clubs, soundtracking countless gaming videos and living on as the internet's universal trolling answer to, "What song is this?" Now, an official remake by Sikdope has hit streaming platforms, recapturing that same boundless energy but amplifying it for today's festival crowd. Longtime fans of the original ma

Ollie Mundy presents ‘Kirima’ featuring Kenyan vocalist Nes Mburu on his OVAVA Music imprint. Marking the 6th release from OVAVA, Kirima exemplifies the signature blend of Melodic and Afro-inspired sounds that fans have come to expect from the exciting new label.  Driven by infectious rhythms and powerful bassline, Kirima showcases captivating vocals from Nes Mburu skillfully brought together by Ollie Mundy’s exceptional production. Recognised globally for his powerful and highly emotive Melodic

A recent study by Lloyds Bank revealed that Oasis Live ’25 tickets have become a prime target for scammers and their platform of choice is Facebook Marketplace. Since the announcement of the Oasis reunion tour in August, around 70% of reported concert ticket scams have involved Oasis tickets. Victims of these scams typically lose around £346, though some have reported losses as high as £1,000. Scammers are primarily targeting individuals aged 35-44, who make up 31% of fraud reports. High-pro

The chill is setting in, and the world’s iciest festival is back to turn up the heat: Igloofest Montreal returns from January 16 to February 8, 2025, in the heart of the Old Port, with an untamed lineup that’ll unleash everyone’s party animal! Let’s take a look at all the weekends. Kicking off on Thursday, January 16, Igloofest opens with a bang as UK tech house sensation Michael Bibi makes his much-anticipated Montreal debut. The heat continues Friday, January 17, with local legend Apashe 

Losing your phone at a music festival isn't just annoying—it's an epidemic. Festivals and raves have become hotbeds for phone thefts, turning carefree events into stress-filled searches for stolen devices. In fact, an astonishing 70 million phones are lost or stolen annually—that's enough for an entire country the size of Thailand. With a phone lost or stolen every half-second worldwide, it’s no wonder that festival-goers are looking for ways to keep their devices secure. But one startup, Clutch

In an unprecedented achievement, Alesso has become the first artist to land back-to-back #1 singles on dance radio with two different tracks in consecutive weeks. His song "I Like It" (with Nate Smith) topped the Mediabase Dance Radio Airplay chart on October 20th before "Never Going Home Tonight" (with David Guetta and Madison Love) defied the odds and rocketed to the same position on the 27th, sealing his record-breaking status. The tracks also briefly reigned supreme atop Billboard's Dance/Mi

Back at the end of 2022, Pioneer DJ had welcomed the newest controller creation in its family of products that are aimed towards helping any aspiring DJ find a starting point to an eventual career. And ahead of this holiday season, anyone that’s starting out in their DJ journey while hoping to not break the bank on a reliable, affordable, and professional-looking option should consider the DDJ-FLX4 as a go-to controller. Starting at a budget-friendly price of $299 and formerly replacing Pion

Kygo's "Higher Love" has reached even greater heights after joining Spotify's elusive billion-stream club. It's not hard to see why. The Norwegian dance music superstar's 2019 remake of the Whitney Houston classic blended the untouchable diva's powerful vocals with his sun-soaked beats, creating a modern anthem that effortlessly bridges generations. Houston's voice, already immortal, found new life in Kygo's fresh arrangement, which feels eternally summer. It's the kind of track that somehow fit

Ahead of tickets going on sale this month, we've put together a step-by-step guide to the new booking system Continue reading...