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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

Techno sensation Amelie Lens is poised to elevate her live performances with the announcement of "Aura," a brand-new visual concept the DJ is implementing at her shows in 2025. The Belgian electronic music superstar developed the concept in partnership with High Scream Studios, the production company renowned for their cutting-edge work with David Guetta, Ushuaïa Ibiza and UEFA Euro, among others. According to Lens, her new show concept focuses squarely on the energetic exchange that has become

Some songs are built for the dancefloor, others for the heart—LMNT 115's "Holding Onto Us" manages to do both. Inspired by anime and manga, the duo may be a mystery, but their music is anything but elusive. The enigmatic band consists of songwriter Z and producer Fab, who debuted back in November with their first release, "Close to You." With their new single, they deliver a sleek dance track that strikes a balance between deep, club-ready grooves and anthemic pop sensibilities. Featuring the un

Anyma has announced his third studio album, The End Of Genesys, scheduled for release on May 23rd. The announcement came during the finale of the Italian superstar's historic residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, in which he became the record-breaking venue's first-ever electronic headliner. The forthcoming release will effectively complete a trilogy of albums that started with 2023's Genesys and its predecessor the following year, Genesys II. While details about the album's content remain scarce,

The weeks ahead will mark the end of a seminal chapter for Anyma, the Italian techno superstar who made history by headlining the first-ever electronic music residency at the iconic Vegas Sphere. The Afterlife co-founder has now opened up about his unprecedented residency as it nears its "bittersweet" end. Anyma, who is typically laconic on social media, took to Instagram to reflect on what he called the "most difficult and fulfilling challenge" of his life. "3 years ago I set out hoping to real

Just weeks after completing a historic sold-out residency at the Vegas Sphere, Anyma has signed an exclusive global publishing deal with Kobalt, a strategic move that seeks to elevate his flourishing Afterlife empire. The timing of the announcement mirrors a growing shift in how electronic dance music is valued, not just by fans and festivals, but by the industry’s most powerful financial participants. Recent months have seen the genre’s most iconic figures turn heads with blockbuster catalog sa

Anyma is back with a new single, "Neverland (From Japan)," another surefire hit in a streak of transformative dance releases. Both cinematic and strangely human, the a collaboration with Egyptian techno producer Baset arrives just before his highly anticipated b2b set with Solomun at Ultra Miami 2025, marking the first time these two electronic music titans will share a stage. "Neverland (From Japan)" builds around a slow-burning, hypnotic pulse, layering textured vocals over a rolling bassline

Apashe and Malaa have joined forces for "No Escape," a track that stomps through time, blurs genre boundaries and scorches through cathedral ceilings into the club underworld. Rising like a gothic opera, the new collaboration is a dramatic fusion of orchestral melodrama and blistering techno that finds two of dance music's most theatrical minds operating at full force. Long revered for fusing classical music with with cinematic bass, Apashe sets the scene like a film composer. His signature is u

Apashe’s big gamble paid off. He executed his vision immaculately January 24th at Seattle’s Wamu Theater, bringing a classical symphony center stage for electronic music fans. Approximately 7,000 concertgoers packed in for one of two philharmonic orchestra shows to see the innovative producer's ambitious "Antagonist 2.0 Tour" production. Apashe’s philharmonic orchestral show is a masterstroke. Already one of electronic music's most innovative producers, he is now equipped with a live show that

The age of carrying crates of vinyl or hoarding USBs might not be dead, but Apple Music just gave DJs a reason to leave them at home. The streaming giant today announced the launch of DJ with Apple Music, a sweeping integration with leading DJ software and hardware platforms that gives DJs direct access to its catalog of over 100 million songs. The update represents a major leap for performance technology, embedding Apple's streaming muscle into platforms like Serato, AlphaTheta and inMusic's En