Dance Music News

On April 21, 2014, Tremor was released. At the time, Martin Garrix was riding the success of Animals, while Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike were already established names in the festival circuit. This collaboration brought together their strengths, resulting in a song that quickly became a staple in big room house sets. The track was first introduced during the DJ Mag Top 100 DJ party in Amsterdam in October 2013. Its inclusion in the TomorrowWorld 2013 Aftermovie further amplified anticipation. B

Tomorrowland and Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike have celebrated the start of their 18-week residency on Wednesday at Ushuaïa Ibiza at yesterday’s spectacular opening party with epic performances by the legendary Belgian brother duo, as well as Agents Of Time, Lost Frequencies and MATTN. This season will welcome a series of world-class special guests from the likes of Oliver Heldens, Robin Schulz, Steve Aoki, Timmy Trumpet, and many more. With a string of 17 mesmerizing shows ahead, it’s time to m

Fresh off a massive performance at Tomorrowland’s mainstage, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike are back with the first single, “She Knows”, from their upcoming debut studio album. “She Knows” is the perfect leadoff track for their upcoming album, Rewind + Repeat, as it’s a wonderful shot of nostalgia. DVLM teamed up with longtime collaborator and fellow superstar, David Guetta, as well as Akon. Guetta and Akon first teamed up back in 2009 for “Sexy Bitch” one of the first true crossover pop/EDM hits

Last weekend, Ignite Group’s Twilight Harbor Festival transformed the Duggal Greenhouse into a mesmerizing realm of electronic music and Halloween spookies. Headlined by Dimitri Vegas, the event was a sensory overload of high hitting beats, dazzling visuals, and a spooky atmosphere. Duggal Greenhouse, a breathtaking industrial space, was adorned with eerie decorations and state-of-the-art lighting, creating the venue into a Halloween festive party. In addition to photo ops, there was also a

The calming, repetitive splosh of New York City's East River is about to have a new soundtrack: a sinister, Halloween-themed rave headlined by Dimitri Vegas. Scheduled for October 26th, Twilight Harbor is going down in the heart of Brooklyn in the hallowed halls of Duggal Greenhouse, which was once a shipbuilding facility during the World Wars. It's now a warehouse where music lovers dance the nights away with jaw-dropping views of the city's waterfront. That's exactly what attendees of Twilight

At first you barely hear it. Almost imperceptible, like a faint heartbeat under thundering drums and relentless rhythms. But you know it’s there. You can feel it. Then suddenly, two of the most recognisable notes in dance music history burst through in all their brilliance, demanding that a new generation of fans lose their sh*t on the dance floor. The track in question is Tiësto‘s seminal masterpiece ‘Traffic’, the rework is by Techno star DIØN, and what’s about to drop is a hard dance cove

Today, Diplo and international house sensation Mau P have delivered a collaborative new single, ‘Receipts,’ featuring acclaimed rapper Gunna. The genre-defying track harnesses the essence of each artist’s individual style, delivering a new sound uniquely in a category of its own. The result of several sessions preparing for their b2b set at Coachella earlier this year, ‘Receipts’ signaled the onset of an authentic personal and creative partnership for Diplo and Mau P. The pair first unleashed th

The superstar DJ is once again in the thick of things. Diplo is under attack once again. Not even a week after being called out by Spanish police for hosting an illegal party in a protected area in Ibiza, he’s now facing more legal troubles, this time coming from California. A lawsuit was recently filed in that state by a woman by the name of Jane Doe, accusing him of distributing revenge porn. The information now public states Doe and Diplo began chatting in early-mid 2016, which, back

A significant chapter has occurred in the legal battle against music producer Diplo (real name Thomas Wesley Pentz). The anonymous plaintiff, known as “Jane Doe“, who had accused Diplo of sharing “revenge porn”, has voluntarily dismissed her lawsuit. This decision follows a recent court order that would have compelled her to reveal her real name to proceed with the case. In a court filing submitted on Monday, January 13th, Doe’s legal counsel requested the dismissal of the lawsuit “without p

Our favorite DJ Superstar showed off dance music at its finest on New Year’s Eve. While on Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen’s CNN’s New Year’s Eve special, Diplo was asked “I’m so curious, what’s the most conventional place that you’ve done LSD?” Diplo took no time to hesitate and stated “Right now...I did some on the helicopter, on the way here…I’m not even lying.” It is very Diplo-like to be tripping on live TV and have no one be able to notice. The co-hosts burst out laughing as Diplo clari

Shelly Auguste first filed for a restraining order against the American DJ in November 2020, while the US artist had responded with a separate restraining order in 2021 Continue reading...

On the latest episode of The Running Interview Show, Diplo joined Kate for a jog along the sunny Miami boardwalk during Art Basel. Between strides, Diplo shared fascinating insights into his life as a DJ, his love for running, and the origins of the Diplo Run Club. Here’s what we learned from this uniquely entertaining interview. From South Florida to Global Stages Diplo reminisced about his upbringing in South Florida, a region he credits for shaping his diverse perspective. Growing up

Diplo began releasing music as Diplo Presents Thomas Wesley, his alt-country project, back in 2019 beginning with “So Long” featuring Cam. Since then, he’s released a full album with collaborators including Morgan Wallen, Zac Brown, Julia Michaels, Ben Burgess, and more, and also played Stagecoach Festival. This past Friday, Diplo returned a new track, “Wasted,” featuring Kodak Black and Koe Wetzel, and an accompanying video directed by long-time collaborator Austin Peters, who directed the doc

Diplo took to Instagram to unveil a very special place to him. He penned a heartfelt message to the world showing off his beautiful $100m mansion in Jamaica. The tropical oasis is stunning in photos and you can see where he got his inspiration from for Major Lazer and more projects. While on horseback, he states it was purchased for his 18 children. Yes, I too am just learning he has 18 children. Very Bob Marley of him. Diplo believes this house and creative space is the greatest project he

An anonymous plaintiff claims that the musician has been sharing “intimate and/or nude” photos and videos of her without permission Continue reading...

The unlicensed party reportedly took place at Cala d’Hort viewpoint - a protected site in Ibiza Continue reading...

The 2023 GRAMMY Nominations were revealed this morning, with Diplo, RÜFÜS DU SOL, and Beyoncé being the only artists to crossover between the Recording and Album categories in Dance/Electronic. Diplo, RÜFÜS DU SOL, Odesza, Bonobo and Beyoncé were nominated for Best Dance/Electronic Album this round, all of them putting out stellar performances. While Odesza didn’t make the cut, apparently, for a Recording nomination, David Guetta & Bebe Rexha entered with their reimagination “I’m Good (Blue

2 months ago we covered Diplo’s amazing new home in Jamaica. He built a tropical oasis in the middle of the jungle. The home has inspired so many of his records and projects. Now, he is ready to share the inspiration of the home for everyone to enjoy. He originally made the home for his 18 children to get away. He attributes Jamaica for giving him so much inspiration for dancehall and beyond. He has rescued horses and planted sweet potatoes, strawberries, kale, and pineapples around the gro

With a revolutionary sound, Dirt Monkey has a knack for crossing so many genres across the electronic spectrum and succeeding incredibly well. The forward-thinking artist is always one step ahead, and continuously unites the bass music community at festivals such as EDC Las Vegas and Electric Forest. Late-night headline shows with Dirt Monkey always result in top-notch visual production, but most importantly, showcase his signature bass-infused sound we all fell in love with from the start. Seam

Since his start, Dirty Audio has made an indelible mark on the industry. His versatility knows no bounds, effortlessly traversing genres such as trap, hip-hop, house, and dubstep, captivating a global fan base with his eclectic soundscapes. He recently unveiled his lates single “Bands”, a collaborations with Bobby Blakdout who together, enlisted none other than Gucci Mane for this trap-infused track. As the distinctive vocals of Gucci Mane unexpectedly enter the scene, the anticipation mou

Dirty Audio and DirtySnatcha are two renowned and innovative producers in the dubstep and bass music realm. With a reputation for pushing the boundaries of electronic music, these artists recently teamed up for a highly anticipated collaboration “UFO.” “UFO” blends the signature styles of Dirty Audio and DirtySnatcha, resulting in a relentless onslaught of powerful basslines, mind-bending sound design, and spine-tingling drops. The combination of their unique production techniques creates an

Dirty Audio has emerged as a premiere rising star in the dance music scene since his start. He draws on inspiration from classic artists like Benny Benassi, Deadmau5 and Skrillex and crafting his own dynamic and sophisticated sound with the theme of heavy-hitting bass. Now, he’s back, teaming up with MAAHEZ and vocalist Albania Sofia for their groovy dance floor heater, “BOBO”. It’s mesmerizing from start to finish, perfectly pairing the talents of both producers as Sofia’s alluring vocals ride

Dirty Audio is no stranger the trap scene with his iconic signature sound and hard hitting tunes. He is back after a long awaited return to the trap scene with his fresh EP, ‘Unbreakable’. Dirty Audio teamed up with some great collaborators for this EP including $teven Cannon, GAWM, Typhon and Drumma all share creative input and styles to this inspiring and expansive EP. Returning on the Iconic label BARONG Family for the second time, Dirty Audio flexes hybrid trap elements, while keeping the n

A new remixed album from This Never Happened is underway, and the first remix from Sultan + Shepard’s‘ Endless Dawn is out today. Dirty South, a well-known artist from Australia, has returned to Lane 8’s label, as he puts his spin on S+S’s ‘Highest Love’. Give it a listen and let us know how much you enjoyed the rework of ‘Highest Love’. ‘Highest Love’ (Remix) – Dirty South Dirty South’s rendition of ‘Highest Love’ replaces the subtle guitar chords with a consistent beat and subtle

Welcome back, boys! We’re glad to announce the return of an iconic duo to the Dance world. GRAMMY-award-winning UK duo Dirty Vegas (aka Paul Harris and Steve Smith) have returned to the spotlight for their first release in four long years. This time, the music package comes in the form of ‘Believer‘, their latest single, which sealed the deal with Anjunabeats. The duo behind ‘Days Go By’ achieved widespread fame in the early 2000s. Their iconic track won a GRAMMY award and became a popul