Dance Music News

Eleven years ago, on October 28, 2013, Avicii released ‘Hey Brother’, the third single from his groundbreaking debut album ‘True’. Blending folk, bluegrass, and electronic dance music, ‘Hey Brother’ became an instant classic, captivating listeners around the world. Co-written by Avicii, Ash Pournouri, Salem Al Fakir, Vincent Pontare, and Veronica Maggio, the track soared to the top of the charts in numerous countries, including Austria, Belgium, Brazil, France, Germany, Sweden, and the UK. What

‘ITALO DISCO – Never Stop Dancing!’ will celebrate the Italian pioneers of the genre to its global success Continue reading...

The famed French electronic producer will headline fabric's Room 2 at a launch party for the mix in December Continue reading...

As the music industry continues to evolve, the road to success for independent artists seems to be getting even steeper.  A new report published by Right Chord Music and Musosoup, "The Musician's Census 2024," highlights a series of hurdles that make navigating the path of an independent musician more difficult than ever. The Musician's Census is one of the most in-depth surveys of grassroots musicians. The global study gathered responses from 300 independent artists across 64 countries, and the

World-renowned music, travel, art and culture series Gates Of Agartha is heading deep into the Mexican jungle where ancient Mayan civilisation once thrived. The acclaim series’s next event from January 16th to 19th, 2025 is in Tulum, nestled on the Caribbean coast of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, and offers a two-day festival experience as well as an exclusive Lagoon Opening Ceremony and party and Cenote Closing Party for those lucky few who purchase the Full Experience. Pre-sale begins October 9t

EDC Thailand has lived up to the hype! Insomniac founder Pasquale Rotella had appeared to spill the beans about the festival coming to the country in March. This was done at the end of the live stream to witness the EDC Las Vegas 2024 lineup reveal. The news further gathered momentum in July with the dates and venue being finalized. The Boat Avenue Lakefront area of Phuket is poised to witness a spectacle on January 17th – 19th, 2025. It will see the likes of Tiësto, Skrillex, Afrojack, ILLENIU

When it comes to DJing, having the right gear is essential for delivering a top-notch performance. Danish audio company AIAIAI has recently unveiled a groundbreaking innovation in the world of DJ headphones – the TMA-2 DJ headphones, specifically designed for wireless DJing. With ultra-low latency below ten milliseconds, these headphones are set to revolutionize the way DJs perform. Design and Features The TMA-2 DJ headphones boast a sleek and modern design that is both functional

The place of all places for Dance music sourcing is finally introducing a very handy lossless format. Great news comes today from Beatport, the go-to website for sourcing Electronic music. They’ve expanded their offerings with the introduction of high-quality FLAC audio. Now, both Beatport Streaming Professional and Beatsource Streaming Pro+ subscribers can enjoy a wider range of music with crystal-clear sound quality, and with considerably less size and, in turn, buffering time. FLAC au

Subsonic Music Festival, one of Australia’s most celebrated underground music and lifestyle festivals, has announced its 15th-anniversary edition, set to take place just north of Sydney from November 29 to December 1, 2024. Known for its dynamic lineup of music, stunning natural setting, and vibrant community spirit, Subsonic has become a haven for music lovers, creatives, and those seeking an escape from the mainstream. This year marks a significant milestone for Subsonic as it celebrates 1

Bye Bye Plastic Foundation Launches #BringYourOwnBottle Campaign in Electronic Dance Music Scene The Bye Bye Plastic Foundation, a leading organization in the fight against single-use plastics in the music industry, is proud to announce the launch of the #BringYourOwnBottle campaign. This groundbreaking initiative aims to revolutionize sustainability practices in the nightlife and festival industry, particularly within the electronic dance music community. A New Era of Environmental Responsibili

Taking over the Tate Modern's Blavatnik Building, the free event will coincide with the recent re-release of the seminal 1994 album Continue reading...

Previously Pioneer DJ, AlphaTheta introduced the DDJ-GRV6. But what is it? The DDJ-GRV6 is a next-generation DJ controller meant to maximize performance and inventiveness to hitherto unheard-of degrees. With its creative ‘Groove Circuit’ capability and design that reflects club-level equipment, it is destined to become the new gold standard for DJs worldwide. What’s new in the DDJ-GRV6 controller The innovative ‘Groove Circuit‘ element, unique to rekordbox compatibility, drives the DDJ-GRV6. D

Beatport has announced the addition of high quality, lossless FLAC audio to Beatport Streaming. FLAC audio is available to both Beatport Streaming Professional plan subscribers, and Beatsource Streaming Pro+ plan subscribers. Beatport Streaming Professional plan subscribers can now stream and mix its catalogue of over 12 million electronic music tracks in crystal clear sound quality. Beatsource Streaming Pro+ plan subscribers can do the same with Beatsource’s 7 million track strong open form

Spanning almost 25 years, the catalogue includes classic tracks from Skream, J:Kenzo, and more Continue reading...

November 29th + 30th at Radius in Chicago  December 8th at Factory Town in Miami, Art Basel Prepare to ascend into a higher state of consciousness as elrow brings its latest hyper-sensory concept Hallucinarium to the US. Created in collaboration with visionary artists Alex & Allyson Grey, the themed immersive experience first transcended audiences at its world premiere at Ibiza’s legendary Amnesia this past September. Hallucinarium will make its U.S. debut at Radius in Chicago on Novembe

A Comprehensive Overview of Key Events Highlighting Women and Youth in ADE  The Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2024 is set to feature a series of events that promote the talents of women and youth in the electronic music scene. This year’s lineup aims to highlight the contributions of established and emerging artists, ensuring that diversity remains at the forefront of the festival. ADE 2024 will present several key events focused on empowering women and youth within the electronic music industry

Kelly and Fitch combine for an immersive vocal-led progressive dance cut teeming with uplifting harmonies, introspective lyrics and vast atmospheric textures. Perfect Havoc management artist Jack Kelly returns with another standout track, joining forces with Jonny Fitch on ‘Minus Degrees’. This moody, progressive dance tune is elevated by the hypnotic vocals of UK singer Hazy Dark, whose sultry delivery adds depth and intrigue to the track. ‘Minus Degrees’ creates an atmospheric sonic pool, per

Released on October 8, 2004, ‘Traffic’ stands as a milestone of electronic dance music, encapsulating the sound and spirit of the trance era. Produced by Dutch DJ Tiësto and featured on his acclaimed album ‘Just Be’, the track originally appeared as the B-side of the vinyl for “Love Comes Again“, another iconic hit from the legendary artist.  The track is celebrated for its unforgettable melody, which draws inspiration from Sean Deason‘s track ‘Psykofuk’. The song’s compelling rhythm and masterf

As the Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Orlando comes a close, the is far from over for dance music enthusiasts. Insomniac, the renowned event production company, is gearing up for a series shows that are set to keep the energy alive long after the festival ends. One of the most anticipated events in this lineup is the EDC Orlando afterparties at Insomniac’s own venue, The Vanguard. With a diverse range of artists and genres, these parties promise to keep the music going and the crowd dancing all n

Rezz has a knack for transporting fans to the future with her spellbinding soundscapes and visuals, but she's now she's creating a direct pathway with her new audiovisual show, "PORTAL." The experience will debut March 1st, 2025 at Cow Palace, a 12,000-capacity indoor arena in San Francisco. According to a media alert shared with EDM.com, the ambitious show expands on "the vivid multi-dimensional graphics, hyperactive lasers and entrancing lights that have become pillars of Rezz’s stage producti

Deorro took the phrase "kids at heart" to a whole new level by turning Chuck E. Cheese into the rave venue we never knew we needed. To celebrate the release of his latest track, "En El Audi," Deorro brought the house down last week at the iconic home of arcade games and pizza slices. His exclusive "Chuck E. Cheese After Dark" experience took place at the location in Northridge for only 200 people. The family-friendly event tapped into the early aughts nostalgia with which longtime fans of Deorro

Barkin is back with another Club House banger. Dropping on Mixa Records ‘Wrapped Around’ is a groovy House track with energy throughout. It is an unique sound taking influence from both Bass and Tech House. A big male vocal greets us to open the track and before we know it energy begins to rise. ‘I Got You Wrapped Around’ is the last thing we hear before we are thrusted into the drop. The hypnotizing and mesmerizing drop features gritty and nasty sounds. It is hard to stop your body from mov

Key themes for the summit this year include queer spaces, sustainability, drug testing and more Continue reading...

fabric Originals is back with a bang, unveiling the fifth edition of their celebrated “SELECTS” series, a meticulously curated compilation that has become synonymous with cutting-edge sounds and forward-thinking artists. Slated for release on October 4th, “SELECTS V” continues fabric’s tradition of pushing boundaries, featuring an all-star lineup of underground heavyweights, including Sweely, Anna Wall, Cinthie, Enzo Siragusa, Traumer, and Josh Baker: https://fabric.lnk.to/SELECTSV. Leadi

Rebel Sounds looks at how Ukraine’s underground scene is persevering in the face of Russia’s invasion, among other movements in the 20th and 21st centuries Continue reading...