Dance Music News

DubVision has returned to STMPD RCRDS in style. Their newest track ‘I’ll Be There’ is a huge progressive house track. It is beautiful festival anthem that has been played out for sometime now. It is a mesmerizing blend of uplifting melodies and infectious beats. Played by Martin Garrix throughout ADE, it is the first single after the release of their debut album Another World. DubVision has been on a tear for many years now but 2024 has been a special one for them. Dropping their debut album

Carl Cox, a bastion of Miami's iconic Ultra, is unveiling a "never-before-seen" live show at next year's festival, its organizers announced today. The techno legend, who remains a lynchpin of Ultra's storied RESISTANCE MegaStructure, did not appear in 2024 after performing at the festival a staggering 19 times since its launch back in 1999. But he's now returning and meeting the moment by debuting a brand-new show, "Evolution." The venture marks Cox's "first-ever fully live Ultra set," according

AlphaTheta‘s iconic brand, Pioneer DJ, has just introduced the DDJ-FLX2, a budget-friendly, versatile DJ controller designed to cater to both beginners and experienced DJs. This compact and user-friendly device offers a range of features to enhance your DJing experience. Priced at just $179, Pioneer made sure that wallet size is not a worry, effectively allowing virtually any interested individual to dive into the world of DJing. The DDJ-FLX2 is compatible with most popular DJ software right

News of renovation works come a week after the station’s communal area was closed off following health concerns Continue reading...

Fan of UK Garage? Then there’s a 90% chance you’ve already heard of DJ Jackum. Dressed in a pink balaclava and huge yellow glasses, he’s making serious waves in the electronic scene. He’s taking us back to ten years ago, to the heydays of 140, dubstep, and grime. With his aggressive and energetic garage, he wants to bring this big energy back to the rave.  If you’re going to a DJ Jackum set, you can expect “big tunes, dubs, and rowdiness”, as he explains it. “People come to these nights know

Google is seeking to redefine the DJ experience with its latest generative AI innovation, MusicFX DJ, which allows users to mix tracks simply by typing prompts.  The tech giant's new AI-powered DJ tool doesn’t rely on existing tracks, instead creating entirely new music in real-time by adjusting sounds based on user-generated text prompts. Working in partnership with Grammy-winning musician Jacob Collier, Google refined the tool to be more accessible, encouraging novel forms of musical experimen

The organizers of Creamfields have revealed HALO, an innovative "mega stage" coming to the popular electronic dance music festival in 2025. HALO serves as both a rebrand and an expansion of Creamfields' fan-favorite Runway stage, which debuted back in 2022. The cyclical outdoor arena stands at a diameter of 45 meters and will be outfitted with "pioneering 360 and overhead video, lighting and sound" from the multi-disciplinary UK design studio Lucid Creates. "We're incredibly grateful to be given

However the industry body has said that “laws alone are not enough," highlighting the need for "a cultural shift" to prevent sexual harassment Continue reading...

Techno King, Carl Cox, is bringing some excitement to kick off your Tuesday. We already knew that Carl Cox was returning to Ultra Music Festival 2025 to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the festival, and we already knew that he was planning something big. Now we’re getting some info on just what he has in store. After Carl Cox brought his Hybrid-Live show to Ultra a few years back, he’s taking it to the next level of ingenuity with his new ‘Evolution’ show. Carl Cox announced his new show

Find out how you can help those affected by the humanitarian crisis in Lebanon, from ways to donate to further reading and information Continue reading...

The highly anticipated Primavera Sound, 2025 lineup just got even more exciting! British rap sensation Central Cee has been added as a headliner, joining Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, and Chappell Roan for the June 5-7 festival at Barcelona’s Parc Del Fòrum. Returning after his 2023 Primavera debut, Central Cee’s star has only risen, and his unique blend of Drill, Hip-Hop, Dancehall, and Reggae will bring a new flavor to this year’s lineup. Central Cee: A British Rap Icon Comes Full Circ

Lancashire Police said that the unlicensed event featured “loud music, lights, lasers and drones” Continue reading...

The iconic Carl Cox kicks off his highly anticipated November tour across the US and Mexico, delivering a series of electrifying performances. This tour brings his renowned Hybrid and DJ sets to life, offering fans one last opportunity to catch Cox live in North America before the year ends. An Immersive Experience in Los Angeles The standout show of the tour is Carl Cox’s first-ever 360° performance at the Shrine Expo Hall in Los Angeles. This in-the-round format immerses the audien

With his most recent release “Delta,” Dutch master Jochem Hamerling unequivocally distinguishes himself. He provides a piece that appeals to both the heart and feet with equal eloquence. Beyond its initial dance floor impact, “Delta” – his fourth milestone release on the esteemed Sinners imprint – has importance. Like its geographical designation, the song is a confluence of musical currents where Hamerling’s trademark melodic sensitivities meet the raw intensity of modern progressive trance. T

When a robot says it loves Daft Punk, you know the future has arrived.  EDM.com has discovered a TikTok video in which Tesla's Optimus bot surprised a group of inquisitive attendees at the company's recent "We Robot" event with its top music pick: Daft Punk. Speaking with the group, the Optimus bot said EDM is its favorite genre before referring to the legendary duo by name. The interaction added a dash of pop culture flair to the high-tech event, where fans had the rare opportunity to interact

San Francisco's Mission District has a new secret DJ, and it's not spinning decks—it's eavesdropping on every song that drifts through its streets. There’s a musical spy lurking above San Francisco's Mission District: a solar-powered Android phone hidden on a street pole in an undisclosed location, tirelessly listening to every "bop" it catches below. Tracking the sounds of the 415 like a silent music sleuth, the low-budget contraption is operated by an old Android phone rigged with Shazam and l

Listen to a banging track we recently came across. Some artists excel at their field of expertise: you see them lead the entire corner of their sound and inspire generations with their techniques. But when was the last time you listened to a man who can do a bit of everything, and do so in proper style? We’ve got news for you today. Meet Sporty-O. Sporty-O Sporty-O is a multi-genre producer and vocalist from Atlanta, whose front has been bridging the gap between EDM and Hip-Hop fo

We’re going back to the golden ages with this one! 2024 has been one great year for Dance music superstar Ferry Corsten. He’s been working and showcasing his upcoming album Connect for an entire year already, slowly unveiling single after single. The theme of the album is, as you might remember from our interview with him, old sounds, old souls, but modern approach to production and some new, sometimes futuristic flair. After tracks that felt truly unreal to have released in 2024 such as

Vinyl’s resurgence hit a snag this month as Billboard’s reporting error sent ripples through the music industry. Billboard recently removed its vinyl sales figures from the site, sparking confusion and speculation about the real state of vinyl in the U.S. After Billboard reported a jaw-dropping 33.3% year-over-year decline, many were left questioning if the vinyl revival was finally cooling off. Digital Music News (DMN) launched an investigation, only to find that the vinyl sales picture was mur

Paradise Blue, the beloved destination festival Excision has called a "headbanger's paradise," will not return in 2025, its organizers announced. Launched by the dubstep superstar's event organizer, Excision Presents, the oceanfront weekender debuted by virtue of a splashy takeover at Cancún's Marriott Resort and all-inclusive Four-Diamond Paradisus Resort back in 2022. It has since become one of the top destination events for fans of bass music, joining the ranks of the company's other fan-favo

RÜFÜS DU SOL, dance music's de facto architects of tender singalong moments, have sold an astounding 500,000 tickets to their 2025 "Inhale / Exhale World Tour." A touchstone of atmospheric dance music, the illustrious trio is less than two weeks removed from the release of their fifth album, Inhale / Exhale. Spanning 47 shows across four continents, the eponymous tour marks the biggest headlining run of RÜFÜS DU SOL's career, according to a press release shared with EDM.com. From intimate wareho

There's nothing sugary about "Ear Candy," the latest collaboration from PEEKABOO and Sully. A masterstroke of deep dubstep, the wobbly track is out now via Wakaan and arrives hotly anticipated after becoming a staple in the DJ sets of both producers throughout 2024. It's a seamless blend of beauty and chaos, both a brain-bender and a body-shaker. "This one always gets some of the craziest crowd reactions whenever we play it live," Sully said of the new single. View the original

The UK’s nightlife scene is in trouble. A staggering 37% of clubs have closed over the past four years, translating to roughly 10 closures per month. This decline is driven by a combination of factors, including rising operational costs, economic pressures, and changing consumer habits. Industry experts warn that without immediate government intervention, the UK could witness the end of an era that has defined generations of music lovers. Michael Kill, CEO of the Nighttime Industries Associa

Listen to a gigantic track we recently came across. Music evolves, and it changes and it morphs as the years go on. But some styles manage to stay in the collective mind and, even twelve years after their boom, still put a smile on people’s faces. One of those styles is Progressive House, and a case in point has just come out. Meet Brainheart. Brainheart Roei Zoar, known professionally as Brainheart, is a multi-talented musician who seamlessly blends Electronic, Acoustic, and Pop

In an era where progressive house music often feels like a fading polaroid, DubVision are clinging to the genre's golden age and reinventing it for today's ravers. They've done it again with "I'll Be There," out now on Martin Garrix's STMPD RCRDS. There's something almost defiantly old-school about dropping a pure progressive house anthem in 2024, but "I'll Be There" wears its traditionalism like armor. The cynics might call it formulaic, but DubVision consistently remind us why some formulas be