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The Ibiza born party WooMooN is returning to the iconic Cova Santa for another season of escapism through sound, art, and immersion in music. Heading into their ninth year they’re looking to raise the bar once again with their new enticing ‘Kinetic’ theme. WooMooN is a beautiful blend of circus, theatre, and music making it one of the most creative parties in the world. This year it’s back every Friday from May 16th to October 3rd with a whole assortment of amazing new features to create a 360-d

EDM.com is gearing up for another epic Miami Music Week with the return of its open-air kickoff networking party, "EDM.com & Friends," on Wednesday, March 26th. Following successful events in Miami, Amsterdam, Tulum and other cities around the world, we're bringing together key players from all corners of the electronic dance music scene for a networking event and party. This year's event will take place on the C-Level Rooftop of the iconic Clevelander South Beach, in the heart of Miami's Ar

In an industry where late nights and alcohol often go hand in hand with performance, Zedd has shared a refreshingly honest perspective on his journey to sobriety behind the decks. Appearing on Lewis Howes' School of Greatness podcast, the electronic music superstar, whose real name is Anton Zaslavski, revealed that alcohol was his pre-show ritual to combat performance anxiety for over a decade. "My default used to be to drink onstage for over 10 years, every single show, because I still get nerv

There's a certain irony in the fact that one of electronic music's most compelling new voices built his career around the challenge of using his actual voice. In his new documentary, The World Pushed Against You, Shrimpnose reveals how electronic music became his truest form of expression in a world that all too often demands verbal fluency. The DJ and producer, whose whose real name is Riley Smithson, has navigated a stutter since the age of five. About 1% of the world's adults live with a stut

Brooklyn Mirage is both a paradise and a paradox. Unparalleled programming and production intertwined with some serious pitfalls have created a perception of the storied EDM venue that seesaws between excellence and dysfunction. But with new leadership at the helm, 2025 could be a turning point. First, the good. There’s no denying that the New York venue’s curation is top-notch. Dance music’s biggest artists—like Carl Cox, John Summit, Keinemusik, Black Coffee and Swedish House Mafia—often take

The vibrant streets of Downtown Los Angeles will once again reverberate with the sounds of house and techno as Skyline Festival returnd this weekend for its fourth iteration.  Organized by Insomniac Events, the two-day event will once again return to Grand Park for a multi-block takeover stretching from the music center to city hall. Within those boundaries, attendees can expect to find three distinct stages showcasing an array of international talent within the house and techno genres. Cloonee,

As Women's History Month unfolds, now is the perfect time to celebrate and reflect on the indelible contributions that women have made to the world of electronic dance music. While luminaries like Alison Wonderland and Peggy Gou continue to shape and influence the industry, there’s an ever-growing wave of emerging trailblazers shaking things up, carving out their own unique sound. These women not only break barriers, but also create new opportunities for others to follow in their footsteps. To h

On February 22nd, a sold-out crowd at the Hollywood Palladium witnessed firsthand the biggest headline show of Ray Volpe's career. From the awe-inspiring audiovisual production to the emotional send-off that heralded a new era with the announcement of his debut album, the EDM.com Class of 2022 star delivered a night that took the bass music community by storm. EDM.com was onsite for Volpe's landmark performance in LA. Here are five things you missed that made the final show of his expansive "VOL

When Hilda Jackson was born, the idea of a "rave" would have been about as foreign a concept as TikTok dances and Boiler Room. Fast-forward 105 years, and the English woman is about to prove that basslines and glowsticks are just as much for centenarians as they are for kids exploring their first music festival. Set to celebrate her 105th birthday on February 25th, Jackson, according to BBC News, has one request: a full-fledged rave at her Derbyshire care home, complete with a live DJ, ultraviol

In a shocking study that absolutely no one asked for, researchers have mapped out the intersection of BPM and bowel movements by identifying the top artists people listen to on the toilet. New research conducted by QS Supplies, a prominent UK-based retailer specializing in bathroom products, unveils a strange but undeniable truth: when it comes to dropping beats—and other things—the bathroom is the most intimate venue. This, ahem, explosive study highlights a trio of influential producers as the

A free rave is scheduled to take place at The Woods, a premium weed dispensary and lounge in Los Angeles co-founded by Woody Harrelson. Although not officially affiliated with the renowned promoter, the event is branded as a "Boiler Room" party and will take place on Saturday, February 22nd from 6-10pm PST. Promising an intimate night in a truly unique setting, it is presented by Tell Somebody and sponsored by Outcast Clothing. The Woods is one of LA’s most renowned cannabis destinations, blendi

Editor's Note: The list contained in this article will be updated as more events and lineups are announced. If you'd like to request an addition, correction or update, reach out to [email protected]. For those who have not yet experienced Miami Music Week, it's where your sleep schedule goes to die—happily. Just ask any one of the disheveled rave zombies stumbling through the Miami International Airport on Monday morning. These are the survivors, the ones who danced until their bodies pleaded fo

A surprise transmission from Skrillex: a new album is coming tomorrow, April 1st. It's not an April Fool's joke. Moments ago, the dubstep icon stunned fans by sending them an email containing an MP3 file with snippets of a slew of unreleased tracks. The file's metadata says it all: "OUT TOMORROW." Particularly of note is the inclusion of "Voltage," an unreleased dubstep track for which fans have been clamoring since as early as 2011. The same goes for his long-awaited collaboration with Space La

Above & Beyond are set to make their long-awaited return with their fifth studio album, Bigger Than All Of Us, their first in seven years. The influential trance trio comprising Jono Grant, Paavo Siljamäki and Tony McGuinness will release the album's first single, "Quicksand (Don't Go)" on March 21st. The track marks a return to the group's roots and is being touted as "the comeback of Above & Beyond," according to a press release shared with EDM.com. During their time away from collecti

Adam Beyer is stepping into a bold new chapter with the announcement of a new album, Explorer Vol. 1, marking his first full-length studio release in over two decades. Scheduled to release June 13th via his own Drumcode label, its title suggests this collection represents just the first installment in a broader creative vision from one of techno's most respected figures. The project is described in a press release as reflecting "permutations of Adam's headspace and who he is," with both musical

As the electronic music industry returns to pre-pandemic crowds, an enduring question has never been more urgent: how do we party without putting people in danger? Last week, the Association For Electronic Music (AFEM) convened a virtual roundtable titled "From Dance Floors to Festivals: Rethinking Crowd Safety," offering an in-depth look into the challenges and solutions being discussed by the industry at large. Moderated by powerhouse publicist Nikki McNeill, who is also an AFEM Executive Boar

Afrojack channels his roots through "Never Forget You," a nostalgic dance anthem tailor-made for mainstages and moments of pure emotional release.  Out today, the Grammy-winning producer's first single of the year marks a triumphant return to the euphoric, festival-ready sound that helped catapult him to global acclaim. For longtime fans, it's a welcome return to form. For newer listeners, it's a masterclass in what made EDM's golden era so magnetic. "Never Forget You" opens with the striking vo

Afterlife, the electronic music powerhouse founded by Tale Of Us, has announced its expansion into the festival market with two major events planned for 2025. The inaugural Afterlife Festivals will take place May 9-10 at Mexico City's Hipódromo de las Américas and June 13-14 at Barcelona’s Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The expansion represents what Afterlife calls "a new chapter" for the brand, which has grown to become one of electronic music's most recognizable names since its 2016 inception

Confusion hit the ODESZA fanbase after an AI-generated album surfaced on streaming platforms, masquerading as the duo's original work.  The fake release, which was fraudulently linked to ODESZA's official unique identifier for artists on streaming services, was initially available on SoundCloud, Amazon Music and YouTube. ODESZA's team has since removed the music, but the incident serves as a wake-up call that without stronger protections in place, AI-generated fraud will continue to create probl

Alan Walker is set to transform NYC's iconic Central Park into an electronic dreamscape on May 31st, when the masked hitmaker will take over its bespoke SummerStage venue for a can't-miss concert. Known for its eclectic programming spanning rock, hip-hop and global music, SummerStage no stranger to EDM greatness, but Walker's atmospheric sound feels particularly suited for its open-air spectacle. His live shows fuse eye-popping visuals with anthemic drops, immersing fans in a high-energy yet emo

Few tracks hit like a flashback and a future classic in one breath, but Alesso and Becky Hill's "Surrender" does both. Clocking in at 140 BPM, the track draws on the pulse of early-2000s trance while charging forward with the cinematic intensity of modern progressive house. Out now via Capitol Records, "Surrender" arrives fresh off its live debut at Ultra Music Festival in Miami, where Alesso previewed the track to a roaring mainstage crowd. It's a full-circle moment for the duo, who previously

Just one day before its 13th anniversary, Alesso and Ryan Tedder have come together to reveal a sequel to their iconic EDM track, "Calling (Lose My Mind)." Released in 2012 by Alesso, Tedder and Swedish House Mafia's Sebastian Ingrosso, "Calling (Lose My Mind)" is now widely considered a generational dance anthem. Coupled with Tedder's soaring vocals, the track’s euphoric progressive house melodies defined an era of festival anthems and became a staple during what many consider the "golden age"

ALLEYCVT is back with a new track, "STRANGERS," a battle cry for those trying to move on from their pain. It's the first single of the year for the rising electronic music star, who was recently named to the EDM.com Class of 2025 alongside Tape B, Max Styler and others. "STRANGERS" begins with haunting keys beneath moody synths as her powerful vocals take the fore, ultimately leading into a seismic, pounding dubstep drop. The final result is another anthemic offering from ALLEYCVT, whose blend o

It feels like ALLEYCVT dropped into electronic music and instantly stuck the landing. But her journey to the EDM.com Class of 2025, selling out Denver’s famed Ogden Theatre and major festival appearances, dates back further than her discography suggests. ALLEYCVT’s musical voyage is lifelong. With her various musical identities, you could construct a Spider-Man-like "ALLEY-VERSE." Those identities still echo in her music today, particularly her vocals. "I see a girl that has been through many mu

Amazon's Alexa+ just got a musical upgrade, but major record labels are not singing along. The tech giant has partnered with AI music company Suno for a new integration that allows users to generate complete songs, including lyrics, vocals and instrumentals, simply by asking Alexa. The feature is part of Amazon's broader rollout of Alexa+, an upgraded version of its voice assistant infused with AI-powered capabilities, according to Billboard. "Using Alexa's integration with Suno, you can turn si