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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

The organizers of Breakaway Festival are meeting the moment of their 2025 homecoming in Columbus by revealing a massive lineup. "Columbus has been home to Breakaway for over 12 years, and it remains a core part of our identity," said Co-Founder Zach Ruben. The nation's fastest-growing traveling festival will return home for the 12th edition of Breakaway Ohio from May 30-31 at the Historic Crew Stadium Festival Grounds. And they brought the heat with this year's headliners: Dom Dolla, Marshmello,

A busted mid-century TV set hums alive, its channels bleeding into a universe only Zeds Dead can tune.  Their long-awaited sophomore album, Return to the Spectrum of Intergalactic Happiness, bridges yesterday's voices to tomorrow’s beats. Eight years in the making, it's out now via the influential electronic music duo's own record label, Deadbeats. The album's conceptual framework—a television flickering through time—perfectly suits Zeds Dead's sampling prowess and lets their obsession with crat

One of New York's most popular electronic music venues, Brooklyn Mirage, has reinvented itself multiple times over the past decade. Its latest transformation, revealed today, is its most ambitious redesign yet. "The Brooklyn Mirage has always been a place to dance, to lose oneself in moments of pure, electrifying energy,” said Josh Wyatt, who took over as CEO of Avant Gardner last fall. "When we decided to rebuild the venue from the ground up, we aimed to honor its legacy while expanding the dan

Calvin Harris is back behind the mic for the first time in seven years in his new single, "SMOKE THE PAIN AWAY." Known for lending his own vocals to generational dance hits like "Feel So Close" (2011), "Summer" (2014), "My Way" (2016) and "I Found You" (2018), the chart-topping producer took a step back from singing in recent years. His comeback, however, is nothing short of captivating. Harris this week surprised fans with the release of "SMOKE THE PAIN AWAY,"  a unique blend of country and hou

Calvin Harris is set to become the first artist to secure a double residency at the iconic Ushuaïa Ibiza, one of the world's most illustrious clubbing destinations. The superstar DJ and producer will take over Ushuaïa's open-air stage for 25 exclusive performances, performing on Tuesdays and Fridays throughout the season. Harris, a longtime dominant force in electronic dance music, is set to introduce a new live concept for the shows at Ushuaïa, according to a press release. The landmark residen

A Calvin Harris vocal performance doesn't come around often, but when it does it's a moment worth savoring. The chart-topping producer, who famously lent his own vocals to his 2011 classic "Feel So Close" before largely stepping away from singing, has announced a brand-new single called "Smoke The Pain Away" with his familiar voice leading the cut. Posted as an extended teaser on his Instagram, Harris' latest preview incorporates earthy harmonica riffs, twangy plucked strings and punchy, thumpin

Carl Cox's return to Detroit's Movement Festival has been delayed by one year, he announced this week. The British techno legend was slated to return for the first time in eight years with a special "Hybrid Live" performance. To the dismay of fans, he revealed that scheduling conflicts preclude him from delivering his hotly anticipated performance, which has now been postponed to 2026. "I'm sorry for any inconvenience this may cause, but I promise to make it worth the wait," Cox said in a statem

A great dance track owns the space around it, and with their new collaboration "Where I’m From," Cassian, SCRIPT and Belladonna do exactly that.  Even before its official release, "Where I’m From" was already leaving a mark. Cassian has certainly championed the track in his own DJ sets, sending it surging through some of the biggest dancefloors in the world, but its most recent lift came when Anyma and John Summit dropped the incendiary track in a surprise b2b set at LIV Las Vegas. Cassian has b

After 15 years of shaking dancefloors and redefining techno with a staggering 25 EPs, Charlotte de Witte is finally ready to release her debut album. The Belgian DJ and producer today announced the self-titled opus, which is due out November 7th via her own record label, KNTXT. The 11-track album, which de Witte sayd "feels surreal," promises to reflect her evolution, both artistically and emotionally. "This album is the most personal project I’ve ever worked on," the techno superstar said in a