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[UNVRS] Ibiza just landed one of its most anticipated residencies of the summer: Anyma is officially taking over Tuesdays on the island’s revolutionary new venue, for eight unmissable nights of cutting-edge sound and storytelling. From July 8 through August 26, the multidisciplinary mastermind will curate a weekly series that promises to reshape the way we experience club music—again. Fresh off the heels of his record-breaking “The End Of Genesys” residency at Las Vegas’ Sphere, Anyma (aka M

The Summer kicks off with the latest from Sultan + Shepard, the renowned melodic and progressive house duo. With their new singles, Mio and Mainline, the duo continues to evolve their sound, bringing fresh energy to their fans. Known for their intricate blends of house and melodic journies, Sultan + Shepard has maintained a reputation for crafting tracks that bridge the euphoric highs and atmospheric lows. Together, they offer an immersive experience that resonates with their dedicated listeners

KAS:ST makes an impressive return to the HILOMATIK record label of HI-LO, the techno alias of Oliver Heldens, with his new single, ‘Sound Of The Soul’. In fact, this release of this exciting track is building on the momentum of his 2024 release, ‘DGAF’. Furthermore, this fresh track explores the deeper, more melodic facets of his sound, fusing powerful driving rhythms with rich, emotive undertones. The composition resonates with an undeniable intensity, creating a listening experience that reach

The 2025 season of Solomun +1 promises to be one for the books, brimming with standout moments and high-caliber performances at Pacha Ibiza. This year’s lineup strikes a balance between trusted allies, musical pioneers, and intriguing newcomers. Returning favorites include Jamie xx, Four Tet, Âme, DJ Gigola, Denis Sulta, Chloé Caillet, Steve Angello, and Job Jobse—each bringing their own unique flavor to the +1 experience. Solomun himself will take center stage for four all-night-long sets—marki

Hardwell is back with a bang, having just unleashed his latest electrifying track, ‘Sanctuary‘. This track is a storm on the dance floor, with a bassline that promises to keep the energy and vibes going all night. Moreover, ‘Sanctuary’ showcases deep, roaring synths that take us back to Hardwell’s early years, expertly tapping into the nostalgia that new and OG ravers crave. The banging rave track embellishes Hardwell’s mastery, proving once again that he is one of the legendary talents in t

The flames of Fyre Festival have flared up once again—this time with another round of confusion, vanishing updates, and a whole lot of uncertainty. Fyre Festival 2, the infamous sequel to the 2017 disaster, appears to be in jeopardy after a sudden postponement notice was quietly deleted from the festival’s website, leaving fans and critics alike wondering: is the fire officially out? On Wednesday, ticketholders were sent into a frenzy when the official website posted a message stating that t

[UNVRS] continues to unveil its monumental 2025 season with one of the most anticipated announcements of the summer: Anyma will take over Tuesdays at [UNVRS] with an exclusive eight-show residency, starting July 8th. Known for pushing the boundaries of live electronic performance, Anyma’s presence at [UNVRS] is set to redefine the Ibiza clubbing experience in 2025. As the solo project of Matteo Milleri, co-founder of Tale Of Us and Afterlife Records, Anyma has rapidly become one of the most

Spotify has successfully resolved a recent widespread outage that prompted some users to speculate about a potential hacking incident. The company quickly clarified that these claims are “completely inaccurate”. On Wednesday, tens of thousands of users faced challenges while using the music streaming service, but Spotify restored functionality within a few hours. They communicated their progress effectively on social media, stating on a post they published on X, “All clear — thanks for your

This Sunday, April 20th, Aloe Blacc, the renowned singer featured on Avicii’s iconic global hit ‘Wake Me Up,‘ will host a special online memorial event. The purpose of this live tribute is to honor the life and celebrate the significant legacy of the late Swedish DJ and producer, Tim Bergling, widely known as Avicii. Aloe Blacc’s Live Stream Memorial Scheduled to take place on Instagram Live, the gathering serves as a point of remembrance as the date marks the seventh anniversary of Tim’

The sky turned gold as Covebeach Dubai unveiled ICONIC, its next Dubai chapter by the beach with a launch party on April 11. While the official opening to the public was set the day after, invited guests got a first look at the reimagined space. Located at La Vie, JBR, the venue now stretches across multiple levels, each designed for a different pace of play. Getting there wasn’t easy—traffic through Jumeirah Beach Road and the Marina area demanded patience. Upon arrival, we were welcomed bu

Romania’s UNTOLD Festival is offering upcoming DJs the chance to play on the mainstage at this year’s edition. Part of the ‘Untold Creators by Visa‘ programme, one lucky winner will have the experience of a lifetime, joining a line-up that features names such as Martin Garrix, Armin Van Buuren, Fisher and many other stars of the worldwide music scene. The contest is free for everyone and individuals who wish to participate can sign up via this link. 20 applicants will be chosen, and will go thr

LePrince, the reggatronic trailblazer known for fusing hard dance energy with raw vocal power, now steps into the techno spotlight — and he’s doing it loud and proud on scene-defining label Filth on Acid. His debut techno EP Who Dem is a high-impact statement, blending his signature fire with uncompromising underground sounds. The EP kicks off with the solo title track Who Dem, a straight-up rave weapon built on square-pounding drums and razor-sharp acid lines. Next up, Issa Vibe sees

After 50,000 daily steps and tons of surprises, we returned from the first weekend of Coachella Music Festival with tons and tons of emotions. The heat didn’t stop us from having a grand time in the desert, April 11-13, and the music gave us life. Nonetheless, Weekend 1 is always a trial and error for the festival, as mishaps surely happen. We will now review the festival, including the lineup, the campsite, production, and what we think could improve heading into weekend 2. The Music

We recently sat down with a brilliant mind for a quick chat. The industry is so crowded with producers right now, that it’s quite hard to distinguish true talent from just a name with good promotion. And helping settle that difference for you all, we’ve just had a quick chat with one of those names we truly believe are clear future diamonds — Waxman. Waxman is a Canadian producer, DJ, composer, and mixer based in Melbourne, producing rather rich and vibrant Dance and Electronica tunes. N

In a shocking turn of events, local residents of South Gloucestershire have blocked a psytrance festival that was set to happen in September due to residential complaints. The local council made this decision on April 8th. The council informed the organizers of Goa Cream of their decision. Goa Cream is currently scheduled from September 12th to 14th, for the third year in a row. Environmental health officer Florence Fisher expressed that there were 11 complaints from locals last year about t

Cristoph has recently unleashed his full debut artist album – Life Through a Different Lens, which has been garnering some rave reviews! At the risk of creating something spectacular, he set upon a vision to release a debut artist album, an album that truly captures the essence of ‘dusk till dawn clubbing’. The ‘Consequence of Society’ label boss recently sat down with us for his honest take on Life Through A Different Lens and the entire tentative creative process that he implemented to churn o

South African-born producer and DJ Jono Stephenson has been steadily making a name for himself in the melodic house and techno scene. His passion for music was ignited early on, influenced by his mother—a singer and multi-instrumentalist—which laid the foundation for his emotive and polished sound. His breakout single, ‘I Can’t Save You’, released in October 2023, surpassed 1.5 million streams within its first year, marking a major milestone in his rising career. Beyond the studio, Jono Step

The Fyre Fest 2 saga continues with a turn of events no one, and I mean no one expected. Billy McFarland’s Fyre Fest 2 sent out an email to ticket holders explaining that they had decided to delay the event and change the location. This was due to multiple arguments with local officials. The Fyre Fest 2 Timeline At first, the event was allegedly happening at Isla Mujeres May 30 to June 1. However, after an official statement from the Isla Mujeres social media accounts, the event mov

Throughout his entire professional music career, and even long before that as a listener and a beginner DJ, Roman Messer has always loved and cherished trance music, and especially uplifting trance if he had to pick his one true love. Being the closest thing in Roman’s book to the elusive label of “true trance” if there is one, uplifting trance and closely related sounds always held a special place in the artist’s heart. But anyone with more than a couple years of listening to the genr

Titus1 and Roger Raw teamed up for a groovy and emotional new release titled ‘Ground’ on Deeper Harmonies label. This collaboration from two highly respected and talented acts takes us on an emotional, uplifting and introspective journey. Inspired by the contrast between melodic techno and progressive house, this track from Titus1 is another example of his genre-crossing, versatile nature. The Canadian DJ and producer uses his experience and knowledge to create a musical experience that showcase

From poolside grooves to late-night sets, EDX has been a staple of Miami Music Week for years—and 2025 is no exception. We caught up with the Swiss DJ and producer during the chaos of MMW to chat about his longevity in the scene, his evolving sound, and what fans can expect next: Let’s jump right into it and start with Sirup, it’s been 25 years now? EDX: Yeah, it’s crazy. We are into our 25th year now and there’s a ton of excitement. A very emotional one too; it brings back so many memories from

Coachella is widely recognized as one of the world’s most iconic music festivals, bringing together top artists, cutting-edge fashion, and unforgettable desert vibes over two action-packed weekends. Weekend one often grabs the spotlight with influencer presence, early buzz, and surprise moments. But for those heading to weekend two, there’s a strong case to be made that the second round might just be the better experience. Let’s dive into why weekend two might actually be the best choice for y

DJ Mag’s annual Top 100 Festivals 2025 Voting is now open. You can cast your vote here. Voting closes on May 28th, so make sure to give your favorite festival a vote before it’s too late. The results are set to be announced on June 18th via a countdown across DJ Mag’s social media channels. Now entering its fifth year, DJ Mag’s Top 100 Festivals is the definitive guide to the world’s best events, ranked entirely by votes from DJ Mag’s global audience. There was a record number of votes last

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is exploring the idea of introducing a 24-hour nightlife experience to the city by bringing in E11EVEN, Miami’s renowned ultraclub. During a recent appearance on the Flagrant podcast hosted by Andrew Schulz and Akaash Singh, Adams mentioned, “We need an E11EVEN in New York.” He further revealed, “I spoke to some folks. We may be rolling it out in New York.” ​ E11EVEN Miami, located in downtown Miami, is celebrated for its continuous 24/7 operations, offering a

Today, Interscope Records, Pophouse, and the Avicii Estate are proud to announce the upcoming release of AVICII FOREVER, a compilation featuring 19 essential tracks from Avicii’s iconic catalog, along with the brand-new single “Let’s Ride Away” featuring Elle King. Listen to a teaser clip here.   This special release honors the lasting impact and influence of Tim Bergling, better known to the world as Avicii. With beloved hits like “Wake Me Up,” “Levels,” “Heart Upon My Sleeve” (feat. Imagin