Dance Music News

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

House music is coming home in 2025 after the organizers of Chicago's ARC Music Festival unveiled a jaw-dropping lineup that proves the genre's birthplace is still beating strong. The beloved techno and house music festival returns to Chicago's Union Park over Labor Day Weekend from August 29-31. This year's lineup marks ARC's "most sonically diverse and ambitious curation yet," according to a press release. Heading to the Windy City in 2025 are Jamie xx, Richie Hawtin, Boys Noize, Amelie Lens, F

Renowned dance music label Armada Music has nabbed Peloton's first-ever global DJ residency, bringing the energy of the imprint, founded by iconic DJ and producer Armin van Buuren, to the brand's studios in New York and London. Merging electronic music with the community-driven workouts for which Peloton is known, the residency kicks off in April with ARTY headlining Peloton Studios New York on April 3rd. The influential producer will soundtrack Peloton's inaugural "LIVE Dance Cardio" and "LIVE

The world first caught a glimpse of Armin van Buuren and Jon Bon Jovi's "Keep the Faith" nearly a year ago at Ultra Music Festival, when the legendary rocker himself stormed the stage to debut the track alongside van Buuren. Now, almost a year later, the full-throttle collaboration has arrived. Released via Armada Music, the track marks both an unexpected collision of two music titans and a testament to both of their legacies. Armin van Buuren approached the project with reverence, knowing the w

The walls between classic and contemporary trance come crashing down in "Is It Beautiful?," the first-ever collaboration between pioneering producer Armin van Buuren and genre innovator Ben Hemsley. Together with singer-songwriter Lucy Pullin, they bridge generational gaps while answering their own titular question with a resounding yes. A masterclass in emotional crescendos, the track is out now via van Buuren's Armada label after a teaser in the A State of Trance Year Mix 2024. The production

Decentralized music platform Audius is deepening its commitment to community ownership with an ambitious rewards program to distribute approximately $3 million in crypto rewards to its users. The platform differentiates itself in the streaming landscape by allowing artists to set their own terms and control pricing, with fans able to support creators through direct payments. Audius has attracted Skrillex, deadmau5, Zedd, REZZ, Disclosure and many more influential electronic artists alongside par

Some words belong in museum halls, others live on dancefloors. "UNTZ," the latest from Avi Sic and Trentino, firmly plants itself in the latter. The Chicago-born producers, who cut their teeth in the city's club circuit long before "untz untz" became shorthand for the heartbeat of house music, deliver a track that's equal parts precision and playfulness. Out now via What Ya Need, it's engineered for maximum impact on sweat-drenched dancefloors. "UNTZ" thrives on momentum, with propulsive basslin

The death of Avicii led to countless tributes from artists inspired by his music, including large-scale tribute concerts, dedicated satellite radio stations and a pair of high-profile Netflix documentaries. The EDM icon's music is returning to the stage in a new performing arts context, courtesy of a former collaborator. Fredrik "Benke" Rydman was developing on a world tour with Avicii, but he decided to quit touring prior to his tragic death by suicide. Now, the Swedish choreographer is honorin

Arash "Ash" Pournouri, the former manager of Avicii, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Avicii: True Stories director Levan Tsikurishvili, reigniting long-standing tensions over how the late EDM icon's story has been told. Filed in Stockholm District Court, the suit claims the 2017 documentary misrepresents Pournouri’s role in Avicii’s career, specifically accusing the film of portraying him as someone who pressured the legendary DJ to perform against medical advice, the Sweden Herald report

On August 28th, 2016, Avicii took the stage for the last time. The performance at Ushuaïa Ibiza is the subject of a Netflix mini-documentary, Avicii - My Last Show, which released alongside the feature-length documentary, I'm Tim. During the show, fans were treated to plenty of Avicii's originals, which have since become some of the most influential tracks in EDM history. Alongside classics like "Levels" and "Wake Me Up," he performed a then-unreleased track called "Forever Yours." Now, it has r

15 years ago, they taught us what it meant to be slizzard. Now, The Cataracs and DEV are back to prove lightning can strike twice. The architects of your questionable college decisions have reunited for a new single, "Make Ya Body Whistle," out today via EMPIRE. The track might not change the game for previous collabs like "Bass Down Low," but it's an undeniable banger for anyone who misses the days when Kesha was spelling her name with a dollar sign and BlackBerry BBM was the height of social c

Canadian DJ and producer Ben Fox has dropped a new single, "Playground," his debut release on his new label, Foxxed Records. Featuring the ethereal vocals of Liinks coupled with vibrant piano house beats, the song is a testament to Fox’s ability to merge the underground energy of house with mainstream dance music. "This record is really special to me because it reflects my love for house music and my home in British Columbia," Fox said. "Having Liinks bring her magic to it took it to another lev

Music serves many purposes in the lives of those who consume it, but chief among those goals is to make the listener feel. "Above The Water," a new collaboration between producers Blanke and CADMIUM with singer-songwriter Ben Provencial, passes that test with flying colors. "Above The Water" is a stirring blend of melancholy and triumph that underscores each artists' versatility. At the heart of the track is Provencial’s soaring vocal range, drenched in regret and introspection, effortlessly gui

Miami Music Week is a breeding ground for innovation, and no one embodies that spirit more than BLNK CNVS. Born out of the beloved Life In Color events, BLNK CNVS rebranded to redefine their scope far beyond paint parties, setting their sights on innovating Miami’s electronic music scene. What started as a single series of events during Miami Music Week has now evolved into one of the most dominant promotion powerhouses in the Southeast, organizing nearly 30 events during this year's edition alo

Pacha Ibiza has been the crown jewel of the island’s nightlife for over 50 years, but until now, no female DJ has ever been tapped to headline as a resident artist. That changes this summer when BLOND:ISH becomes the first female to lead a season-long residency at the iconic club, according to Billboard. The Canadian DJ, producer and sustainability advocate, who has long championed the intersection of music and environmental responsibility, will take over Pacha Ibiza every Wednesday from May 21s

Boys Noize has been tapped as the exclusive opening act for Nine Inch Nails' sprawling "Peel It Back World Tour." Kicking off in Europe this June before storming North America in August, the tour promises a collision of electronic music and industrial grit—two worlds that Boys Noize and NIN masterminds Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross have already proven they can fuse with fiery results. Their history isn't new. Last year, Boys Noize reworked Reznor and Ross' brooding score for Luca Guadagnino's Ch

In Dallas, a place where live music often plays second fiddle to sports and barbecue, Breakaway Festival made a compelling case for change. In a city known for its big hair and bigger personalities, the nation's fastest-growing traveling music festival managed to successfully plant its boots in a market long overlooked by the EDM circuit. Breakaway's Dallas debut this past weekend was a big moment for the barnstorming brand, which in late-2024 announced its expansion to six new locations before