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Progressive Trance at its finest, ladies and gentlemen. The Digital Drift boys have done it again. What once started as an innocent collaboration between longtime pals Nitrous Oxide and Simon Gregory, worked so well that they ended up making a new alias for their conjoint releases. A common ground for both, the Digital Drift project has represented the solidification of a core and iconic sound in the Progressive Trance scene, finally addressed. What I mean to say is, being this the nth t

In 2023, over 500,000 people flocked to Amsterdam Dance Event — also known as ADE — the epicenter of the global dance music industry. This renowned music conference and festival brings together dance music fans, artists, and industry professionals from across the globe, filling the Dutch capital with unforgettable sounds and must-attend experiences. 2024 is set to be the most impressive edition to date, with over 1,000 events spanning across 200 venues. And while ADE can feel overwhelming, Danci

Celebrating 10 years of their underground record label, Cuttin’ Headz, The Martinez Brothers will headline he 15,000-capacity venue known as Drumsheds London. An evening featuring their signature underground style, Cuttin’ Headz’ showcase will prove to be a must-see event during London’s fall calendar. As the UK club scene continues to struggle, Drumsheds London has remained consistent in providing a top-notch experience of visuals, sound, and world-class talent. Taking over the new venue c

Get ready to witness history in the making at Thailand’s first edition of one of the world’s top festivals, Electric Daisy Carnival. Set to take place from January 17th to 20th, 2024, at Boat Avenue in Phuket, this festival promises to be talked about for years to come. With the full lineup just announced, excitement is at an all-time high! The excitement is amplified with three days of non-stop music across kineticFIELD, circuitGROUNDS, and stereoBLOOM. The kineticFIELD is the main stage, offer

As Hurricane Helene continues its pernicious path through the Southeastern United States, scores of beleaguered music venues and professionals are seeking a lifeline. Helene has mutated into one of the largest and most harmful storms to develop in the Gulf of Mexico in the last century after making landfall as a Category 4 hurricane September 26th in Florida, according to NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. The death toll today climbed over 215, making the storm the deadliest since 2005's Hurrican

Following Oliver Heldens’ latest release, ‘Chills’ (with David Guetta and Fast Boy), which has now surpassed 12 million streams, the superstar returns with his newest single, ‘SHINE.’ It was produced in collaboration with Bajan/UK singer RoRo, who is best known for her Top 10 hit with Hannah Laing, ‘Good Love,’ and has recently released with A-lister dance artists, including Riton. ”Shine’ is a groovy high energy track that emphasizes the brightness of RoRo’s voice and Oliver Helden’s recent piv

SNAILS has teamed up with the legendary metal band Stained With Silver and the talented NITTI for an explosive new collaboration, ‘BASS FACE‘. This bass banger comes after Fred’s last metal bass track ‘BODIES.’ This mayhem inducing track seamlessly blends the aggressive guitar riffs and powerful vocals of metal with the heavy basslines and intricate rhythms of dubstep, and is immediately felt from the first 30 seconds. The male vocalist’s belting vocals bolster the track with a heavy dose of

MUST DIE! is back with another banger, showing he’s one of the most consistent bass producers in the game today. His latest single, ‘Kick Back’, is the third installment of his highly anticipated EP on Kannibalen Records. ‘Kick Back’ is a masterclass in genre-bending, effortlessly fusing elements of trap and dubstep into a cohesive and explosive sound. MUST DIE! pays homage to the golden era of hybrid music while simultaneously pushing the boundaries of the genre with his innovative producti

Amelie Lens just announced the release of her brand new single ‘Falling For You’, out on October 11. It bears all the unmistakable hallmarks of the sonic production styles Lens is so respected for. ‘Falling For You’ is also coupled with a breathtaking, cinematic vocal – a signal that Amelie Lens is continually pushing forward, driving her music in new, unexplored directions. Amelie has already teased the track in her sets recently, and it has been met with an instantly rapturous reception among

Kasablanca delivers the first half of their debut album Higher Resolution. It brings fans an 11-track Side A complete with seven new tracks. They have quickly risen through the ranks of dance music must-see acts over the past four years. This was attained after hitting through multiple milestones. Launching into the scene with their first singles in 2020, they struck gold with their hit collaboration with Lane 8. Titled ‘Run’, it has been streamed over 40M times post which they haven’t looked ba

Spotify sees another major re-shuffle! Spotify‘s Global Head of Music, Jeremy Erlich, is departing the music streaming giant. He will be transitioning to an advisory role through February 2025 as reported by Hits. Erlich is likely to commence an entrepreneurial journey after his exit February end which is yet to be announced. The now soon-to-be former Head of Music’s tenure of 5 years was laced with growth and expansions for Spotify over the years. Jeremy’s stint saw the streaming platform doub

Now, time for some Trance. Armin van Buuren and Vini Vici drop another audial slam dunk in the form of ‘Sarabande’. Drawing Georg Friedrich Händel’s classical piece of the same name and featured exclusively on A State of Trance, Ibiza 2024, this inspirited trance banger will go off on major stages worldwide. The track follows earlier releases from this partnership, on hyper-successful cuts such as ‘Great Spirit’ and ‘We Come Alive’. ‘Sarabande’ With the incredible vocals from Anna T

Twenty-four years ago, in 1999, Canadian electronic group Delerium teamed up with singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan to create ‘Silence’, a track that has become one of the most iconic trance anthems of all time. However, it was Tiësto’s transformative “In Search of Sunrise” remix, released on October 4, 2000, that propelled the track to legendary status. This remix not only earned ‘Silence’ a permanent place in dance music history but also helped define Tiësto’s career as one of the world’s lead

One of the most prominent figures in the Electronic music scene, Mau P, has achieved significant success this year. He recently earned five gold and one platinum certification for his music. He dedicated these achievements to his late father, sharing an emotional message on social. Mau P, formerly Maurice West, has been working in the music industry for many years. He has collaborated with renowned artists like Hardwell and W&W. But despite this, he struggled to achieve proper recognitio

The sound of future rave and big room house can always be described as powerful, and that is exactly what we can describe the brand new single from DJ Greyhound and Trance Tyler titled ‘Earthquake.’ Released via the HIGHER WAVEZ RECORDS imprint, ‘Earthquake’ causes quite the shake as it brings thumping future rave vibes with a big room energy and power. Not only bringing the power and energy, this single is also quite catchy, as the two artists use male vocals that add even more memorability to

The new track establishes the project's intention to explore the artist's South American heritage through an electronic lens Continue reading...

Factory Town is one of Miami's most beloved destinations for sunset-to-sunrise grooves, especially during Art Basel. The outdoor, multi-stage campus completely transforms for its Factory Basel series, which annually features star-studded lineups for multiple days of marathon raves. As 2024 Art Basel announcements slowing start to arrive, Factory Town has revealed their massive opening and closing parties. Mayan Warrior will kick things off Thursday, December 5th in the venue's Infinity Room. Thi

Sara Landry, notorious for short-circuiting minds and incinerating dancefloors, has released her debut album, posing life's greatest questions at blistering BPMs. Spiritual Driveby is searing techno that asks big questions, not with words, but with hyperkinetic rhythms that jolt us into dancing and connecting in ways words fail to capture. Landry says the album was inspired by the idea that our bonds derive from somatic happenstances that we can't quite perceive, but should embrace. "This sonic

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Last year, for Black History Month, we had the privilege of speaking with some incredible artists about how bass music brands can step up and truly celebrate the genre’s deep roots in Black culture. One message stood out loud and clear: education is key. Brands should embrace the opportunity to educate new fans on the rich history of bass music and its intrinsic connection to Black culture. This year, we’re taking that advice. We’ve teamed up with the legends at Velocity Press to bring you s

As one of the most reliable dance music experiences around, CRSSD Fest once again proved to be a dependable source for fans of electronic music as it closed out its 2024 season.  The biannual San Diego festival returned to Waterfront Park for two days of staggering performances from leading names in the house and techno genres. Produced by FNGRS CRSSD, the festival has become a San Diego favorite due to its consistent roster of electronic heavy-hitters alongside a laidback atmosphere. Its modest

PAWSA's fully-loaded arsenal of unreleased dancefloor bangers just got a little smaller after the release of his long-awaited track, "Collect The Commas." Out now on Circoloco Records, the track has been electrifying crowds since as early as 2023. Fans of PAWSA had taken to social media in droves to check in on an official release. "Collect The Commas" expertly showcases the London-based producer's trademark production style, lacing enticing vocal hooks and funky synths through thumping, minimal

Bangkok is about to witness an epic electronic music takeover from October 11 to 13, 2024, as the We Are On The Mission descends upon BITEC Bangna. Over the course of three days, the festival will spotlight different styles of electronic music, from techno to trance to hardstyle, bringing together some of the world’s most revered artists in a festival experience like no other. The festival kicks off with Techmission 2024 – Immersive Reality on October 11, promising a futuristic techno experience

Don’t Let Daddy Know are thrilled to be back to ignite the dance music scene in Poland once again. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable night of euphoria as they unite at the spectacular ERGO Arena, on February 15, 2025! Join thousands of music enthusiasts from near and far as they gather under one roof to celebrate the power of music and the unity it brings. With a line-up that showcases the best artists across genres, DLDK guarantee an epic journey through sound that will leave you craving

We have always been attentively tracking Toolroom Records’ recent releases and have to admit, they have been simply fantastic lately! Allow us to introduce to you two particularly noteworthy songs that will light dance floors ablaze. Illyus and Barrientos D.A.N.C.E First of all, with their brand-new track “D.A.N.C.E.,” our beloved Scottish pair Illyus & Barrientos is making a comeback. For ten years, these fellas have been Toolroom mainstays. They are regularly producing outstanding tracks