Dance Music News

Music Tectonics is no stranger to Southern California wildfires, since the Getty Fire in 2019 drove a last-minute venue change. The conference organisers aren’t backing down—they’re committed to LA’s unique intersection of tech and music as the community recovers, thrives, and grows. The locations Music Tectonics attendees have come to love—the Santa Monica Carousel, the Annenberg Community Beach House, and the rooftop Expert Dojo—remain untouched by the fires that devastated the region. As this

Moog Music has unveiled the Moog Messenger, a compact yet powerful monophonic analog synthesizer designed to deliver the iconic Moog sound to a new generation of musicians. Officially announced today and available beginning early summer, Messenger blends timeless analog warmth with innovative functionality, like dynamic wavefolding, a next-generation ladder filter with resonance bass compensation, and an intuitive hands-on interface. This makes it an inspiring instrument for both newcomers to sy

In a seamless meeting of two of Germany’s most creative electronic voices, internationally renowned DJ and producer duo andhim now unveil their highly anticipated remix of Monolink’s “Powerful Play”, out now via Embassy One. Known for their emotive fusion of deep grooves and dynamic, electronic storytelling, andhim’s interpretation of “Powerful Play” reimagines the original into an evocative, hypnotic journey built for introspective dance floors and blissful sunrise moments. Originally relea

In 1996, drum and bass legend Peshay (Paul Pesce) crafted “Studio Set 1996”, a mix that has become a cornerstone of electronic music history. For decades, this mix has become a time capsule of jungle’s golden era and has inspired artists, generations of producers, and acted as a gateway to the genre. Its 3.8 million YouTube views weren’t just numbers, they represented a living archive of a genre that shaped rave culture worldwide. But in 2025, this piece of history was erased twice by wrongf

HARD Summer returns for its 2nd year at Hollywood Park the first weekend in August — and it’s coming back even bigger, bolder, and bass-heavier than ever. After making its move from the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in 2024, the festival has found its perfect home adjacent to SoFi Stadium and YouTube Theater. As the Southern California sun cranks up the heat, HARD Summer 2025 promises to match the hot August temps with a lineup that’s nothing short of a solar flare. Set for August 2–3, 2025, thi

Von Dutch just surprised the rave community with its biggest move yet. Launching Von Dutch Loves right in the heart of Europe’s music scene. This summer, Barcelona’s Sónar and Brunch Elektronik Festivals will both feature Von Dutch activations. It brings together music lovers, DJs, and fashion fans under one rebellious banner. At Brunch Elektronik, Von Dutch will go even bigger by hosting its own stage. This puts the brand front and center at one of the city’s most anticipated music gatherings.

KERRI CHANDLER is back at Chinois Ibiza with his ‘KAOZ Theory: IBIZA’ residency, this time for eleven Thursday nights 31st July – 9th October. The New Jersey legend’s return is universally welcomed, especially with the calibre of guest DJs he brings with him.   ‘Ibiza! I can’t wait to bring ‘KAOZ Theory: IBIZA’ to Chinois this summer, joined by musical friends and family. Hope to see you there. With Love, Respect and Admiration. Kerri’ His ethos this year of celebrating the old school vibes

Armand Van Helden, Angerfist, Sam Divine, Fish56Octagon, Pan-Pot, Julian Jeweil, Boys Noize, Franky Wah, Joris Voorn, Hector Oaks, Daria Kolosova, Space 92, Popof and many more join the lineup. Mixmag, a global reference in dance music, kicks off its first residency on the White Isle on Wednesday, June 11th with a grand opening featuring the legendary Armand Van Helden, Defected star Sam Divine, and the innovative Ares Carter. Mixmag Ibiza Sessions will occupy a total of eight dates taking

A perfect mix of elegance, style, and class, Villa delle Rose delivers unforgettable nights of high-quality entertainment. Located in Misano Adriatico on the Italian Adriatic Riviera, this is the ultimate summer club experience. On Friday 9th and Saturday 10th May 2025, Villa delle Rose officially opens a new season – a fresh chapter in a legendary story that began in 1992 and continues to evolve with unforgettable moments year after year. A legacy that looks to the future. As always, Villa del

Grant Jackson, a well-known Detroit-based DJ known for hosting the popular local club night ‘Taco Tuesdays,’has passed away at the age of 35. His family announced the news on his Facebook page on Friday, May 2nd, 2025. “We’re grateful for all the messages, memories, and photos you’ve shared of your time with Grant,” the post read. “He would want everyone—friends and family alike—to come together and celebrate a life that, while brief, was full of meaning.” The cause of death has not been disclo

From Denver, to London, Den-Lon marks the start of a new chapter for Tantok, created between tour dates and shaped by transatlantic ambition   Released on April 18th via the newly founded Tok About It Records, “Den-Lon” is the first official release from Tantok’s imprint. Available now on digital platforms Written in transit and completed between international dates, the track blends elements of tech house, acid house, and melodic techno, shaped by the artist’s evolving experiences on the r

Foreign Beggars x Noisia – Contact “I’m seasoned like a chicken tikka wrap in Dalston” NOW, you CANNOT go wrong with a nice Chicken Tikka Wrap and who’s better to start the list other than the mighty Foreign Beggars. PAV4N pays homage to his Indian roots by shouting out a favourite dish which is quite popular in the UK.  MC Det Skibadee and Shabba D “Mans spicy like peri-peri, jumpin’ on riddims like I’m mad off curry” Obviously, being a fan of the jungle and drum

Hong Kong’s Boomerang is on a mission to prove that Las Vegas doesn’t have all the fun. Five years in and the club has just earned its fifth consecutive spot in DJ Mag’s Top 100 Clubs, hitting 40, their highest ranking yet and a clear signal that Asia’s taking the global club scene seriously. From their kinetic motorized ceiling (yes, really) to a Funktion-One sound system Boomerang isn’t playing around. Located in Hong Kong’s nightlife epicenter Lan Kwai Fong, they’ve been climbing steadily

Three powerhouse names in electronic music—Mangoo, Alex Pizzuti, and Mark Neve—have come together to deliver an unforgettable collaboration. Their new single, ‘Moments’, has been released on May 9th, blending cinematic emotion with dancefloor-ready energy in a track that captures the bittersweet tension between heartbreak and hope. Driven by atmospheric synths, pulsing percussion, and a euphoric drop, ‘Moments’ strikes a perfect balance between heartfelt songwriting and high-impact production. T

ILLfest Music and Street Art Festival returns to Austin, Texas for its seventh edition in 2025. The newly announced lineup features headliners Tape B B2B Peekaboo, Wooli and Liquid Stranger plus a loaded undercard with names like Dancing Astronaut Artist to Watch in 2025 ALLEYCVT, HOL! and Ray Volpe. The festival takes place May 30 – June 1 at the Travis County Expo Center. For the first time, ILLfest has expanded their offering to three days giving festival goers an extra day to soak in the

Dance music’s tropical house king, Kygo, headlined opening weekend of the new Palm Tree Beach Club, and brand new dayclub at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. The venue is a collaboration between Palm Tree Crew – the global lifestyle and entertainment brand founded by Kygo and his manager/entrepreneur Myles Shear – and hospitality titan Tao Group Hospitality. Kygo kicked off his first-ever daylife residency by opening up Palm Tree Beach Club the only way he knows how – with a stellar performance f

Some songs are destined to be festival anthems from the start and the 2013 collaboration between Sebastian Ingrosso and Tommy Trash is definitely one of them. Iconic doesn’t even begin to describe ‘Reload’ as over the past 12 years it has continuously wowed crowds around the world. Originally released as an instrumental in 2012, ‘Reload’ found its spark a year later with the assistance of vocals from the legendary John Martin. Also helping in the writing of the lyrics was Michel Zitron, a regula

As Montréal thaws out from another long winter, the city is once again ready to usher in summer with its beloved open-air event series: Piknic Électronik. The weekly outdoor parties return from May 17 to October 12, serving up a steady dose of Sunday (and long weekend Monday) soirées on Île Sainte-Hélène. With a lineup that spans dance music’s most seasoned acts, Piknic promises another vibrant season on the dancefloor. Whether you’re a university student unbothered by that 8AM Monday lectur

Insert the Jesse Pinkman / Breaking Bad “he can’t keep getting away with this!” meme here! But the thing is, he rightfully can and deserves to. As if John Summit hasn’t conquered so much of the world already, the Chicago native producer announced that he is set to perform for his biggest crowd yet. Thanks to AEG Presents Rocky Mountains, October 18th, 2025 is about to go down in history. A landmark location for a landmark moment in Summit’s career. He will be playing a jampacked set ins

The name on every Hard Techno fan’s mind: Sara Landry, is joining forces with one of the scene’s most revered innovators, Indira Paganotto to cast a spell with an invigorating collaborative sonic offering – ‘Pressure (Indira Paganotto Remix).’ The addictive new track is akin to throwing gasoline on a fire as it ramps up the energy on an already turbo-charged track that has electrified dance floors across the globe. listeners are plunged into a dark paradise of communion and catharsis. The tr

Your Paradise festival is expanding to the Maldives in 2026. After ten years of premier island music experiences in Fiji, the renowned boutique destination festival will add the tropical South Asian island to its offerings next year, hosting its first international edition at the luxury Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort, set in the Maldives’ stunning Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, from May 11-16, 2026. At the festival’s first-ever second-home, organizers say Your Paradise Maldives will deliver

Dance music has always been about transcendence, but Lincoln Jesser is taking that concept to entirely new frequencies – literally. His latest single “Paradise” continues the LA-based producer’s fascinating exploration of what happens when club culture meets consciousness expansion. Following his breakthrough track “Quema Quema,” this new offering delves even deeper into what Jesser has dubbed “Healing House” – a movement he’s been cultivating through worldwide tours that blend infectious ho

Cyprus’ BEONIX festival is bringing the best of house and techno to the Mediterranean Coast. The three-day celebration is back on the shores of Limassol from September 19-21, unfolding throughout ETKO, an expansive open-air venue on the site of a historic former winery, with a deep performance roster of genre greats. A collection of global dance music’s most influential names will headline BEONIX 2025, including trance legend Armin van Buuren, renowned Swiss melodic duo Adriatique, masked mini

UK techno heavyweight Eli Brown has released his latest single, ‘Wavey’, out now via Insomniac Records. Known for his high-energy productions and dynamic performances, Brown’s upcoming track is poised to be a festival mainstay this season. The track has been previewed during Brown’s official Instagram and TikTok account, generating anticipation among fans. ‘Wavey’ marks another collaboration between Eli Brown and the Insomniac Music Group, following previous releases on its underground impri

Spotify, the major music and podcast streaming platform, is testing a new function for premium subscribers. This new Snooze option allows users to hide tracks they have on recommendations for about 30 days. This serves as a short break from hearing the track if it’s too overplayed. Snooze And Other Updates The option will pop up for users once they decide to hide a track, removing it from the recommendations for 30 days. Although the option is only available for premium subscribers at th