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Following the success of ‘Back It Up’ and ‘Again’ ft. Whiteroseemoxie and Yona, rising artist Sam Silver has announced the release of his latest single, ‘Downtime’ ft. Leap96, a collaboration with ALRT and French singer Yona. Released on September 27th 2024, ‘Downtime’ is the third track from Sam Silver‘s highly anticipated EP, ‘Leap 96’, which will be released on October 18th via TH3RD BRAIN Records. ‘Downtime’ brings a fresh, emotionally resonant sound, blending speed garage influences with

The world-renowned music festival concept Don’t Let Daddy Know (DLDK) expands to Lima, Peru on December 14th 2024 with a stunning line-up: Nicky Romero, Blasterjaxx, Showtek, Third Party, and many more! Don’t Let Daddy Know started twelve years ago on the magical island Ibiza and is now a worldwide phenomenon with events in more than twenty countries. Entertaining thousands of DLDK fans across the globe, the brand has the reputation to create a unique feeling of togetherness, even in the most m

Who needs expensive design firms when you can just recruit seven-year-olds to do your graphic design? Lane 8 is celebrating last week's release of his wondrous new album, Childish, the cover of which features a goofy cartoon face made out of Perler beads. In a new thread looking back at the creation of the record, the deep house superstar opened up about how its artwork was created by his own kids. The influential deep house producer, whose real name is Daniel Goldstein, explains that the title

This is pure A&B greatness, but with a few BPMs taken away. Mmmmm. It took a while, a bit of hype, an amount of FOMO I’m ashamed to admit, but at last, here we are. You might be familiar with the news that Above & Beyond debuted their first-ever Peak-Time Deep set at a festival a few weeks ago in London. Well, now their historic set at Finsbury Park, where Anjunadeep Open Air London took place, is out on YouTube, in full length. Of course, this is far from being Above & Beyon

The discovery of fresh talent is the heartbeat of the music scene, fueling innovation and pushing boundaries. Japanese producer and DJ Chizawa Q raises the bar with his unique approach and masterful soundscapes, distinguishing himself from the crowd. Fans will be thrilled by his return to R&S Records with the highly anticipated album ‘Xenoverse’, led by the release of the first single, ‘Beluga’. In a recent announcement Chizawa Q makes his long-awaited return to R&S Records, with his up

In September, BLNK CNVS unveiled plans and dates for its inaugural New Year’s Eve celebration in Nashville, set to transform the Nashville Fairgrounds into the city’s most anticipated new end-of-year party on December 30-31, 2024. This two-day event underscores BLNK CNVS’s growing presence in the Southeast and expertise in curating premier electronic music events. Today, “To The Future” announces its lineup, showcasing some of the biggest names in electronic music. Leading the bill is iconic

Escape Halloween, one of the world’s largest Halloween music festivals, is set to deliver an unforgettable experience this year with a new collaboration with Boiler Room, the renowned music platform and cultural curator. The partnership will bring a unique and immersive stage experience to Escape Halloween, featuring a lineup of cutting-edge Electronic music talent. Boiler Room is known for its innovative approach to music events, creating a close-knit atmosphere where artists and audiences

An extremely rare auction of Avicii's personal belongings has raised over $700,000 in support of his family's efforts to advocate for suicide prevention. Fans of Avicii, whose real name was Tim Bergling, were able to place bids to own a tangible memory of the iconic DJ, who in 2018 tragically died by suicide at the age of 28. Presented by Stockholms Auktionsverk, which claims to be the world's oldest auction house, the collection included sneakers, clothes, musical instruments and other memorabi

Twelve years ago, on October 2, 2012, Zedd released his debut album ‘Clarity’, marking the beginning of a new era in electronic dance music. At just 23 years old, Zedd, born Anton Zaslavski, signed with Interscope Records and made waves with his energetic productions and undeniable ear for catchy hooks. The album introduced the world to his unique blend of progressive house and pop, catapulting him into the spotlight. The album’s breakout single, ‘Spectrum’ featuring Matthew Koma, quickly became

On October 2, 2015, Avicii released his sophomore album, ‘Stories’, during one of the most successful periods of his career. Riding the wave of his global hits like ‘Wake Me Up’, ‘Hey Brother’, and ‘Addicted To You’, Avicii took his sound to new heights with ‘Stories’, blending electronic dance music with pop, folk, and rock influences. The album demonstrated his versatility as a producer and his ability to craft emotionally resonant tracks that transcended genres. ‘Stories’ featured standout co

Wilkinson, Mozey, Metrik, Bou, Koven, Kings Of The Rollers, P Money x Whiney, Flava D and many more to play over the weekend Photography by Giulia Spadafora The festival season will start earlier than ever in 2025 as world-renowned drum and bass brand Hospitality launches a brand new indoor venture, Hospitality Weekender, which will play out Friday 31st Jan – Sunday 2nd Feb 2025 at holiday resort Butlins in Bognor Regis. The essential three-day getaway will transform the legendary holiday r

The sold-out festival at Stanmer Park in Brighton saw highlight sets from K Motionz, Denis Sulta, and Sota as the sun came out to make the 2024 edition of Boundary Festival one of the most memorable yet. Boundary has announced that the 2025 edition is incoming with Loyalty Tickets now on sale from just £20.  Boundary Brighton Festival closed out the summer in spectacular fashion at Stanmer Park in Brighton on Saturday. An estimated 20,000 festival fans enjoyed a day of glorious sunshine and s

Daft Punk's interstellar legacy shined bright once again at a rare, one-night-only event in Los Angeles. Following the debut Los Angeles screening of Daft Punk's iconic anime film, Interstella 5555: The 5tory of the 5ecret 5tar 5ystem, a panel took place featuring two pivotal figures of the duo's storied career: former manager Pedro Winter and Creative Director Cédric Hervet. Presented by IHEARTCOMIX, it was a particularly special reunion considering both Winter and Hervet were instrumental in s

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Bogi Productions and Ignite Group are set to ignite the Atlanta nightlife scene with their exhilarating new event series, “1NIGHT,” featuring superstar DJs and producers Tiësto and Diplo. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience on October 10 for Tiësto and October 18 for Diplo, both taking place at the iconic Underground Atlanta. This historic venue, with its stunning skyline views, will serve as the perfect backdrop for a night of electrifying music and vibrant energy. But “1NIG

In an era where nostalgia is currency and remixes are a dime a dozen, Cedric Gervais and Nile Rodgers have achieved the near-impossible: they’ve created a reimagining that not only pays homage to a classic but propels it into the future with startling relevance. Their take on Sister Sledge’s “We Are Family” is less a remix and more a rebirth, a phoenix rising from the ashes of disco to soar over today’s EDM landscape. From the first beat, it’s clear that this is no mere facelift of a beloved

Ganja White Night and Tape B’s hotly anticipated collaboration “Ganja Tape” emerges as a formidable contender for the genre’s throne. This union between the established wobble wizards Ganja White Night and Tape B is less a meeting of minds and more a collision of sonic universes. The track opens with the now-iconic call-and-response, “Yo Tape B! Yes, Ganja,” a vocal sample that’s become a rallying cry for bass heads nationwide. It’s a clever bit of branding, instantly recognizable and meme-w

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Ministry of Sound, the iconic London club, is turning 33 this season. To commemorate its life, and the way it has shaped the Dance industry ever since, they are bringing back the clubbing prices of 1991. Over the next year, the London club will release 20,000 event tickets for just £5 each. In addition to the discounted ticket prices, Ministry of Sound will also be offering drinks at yesteryear prices from 10 pm to midnight every single night. This nod to the club’s early days is a way to ce

Besides delivering world-class events, Zamna also has its own music label. This month, Zamna Records welcomed Sevenn, Jono Stephenson, and Liu Bei for the March Of Avalon EP. Right from the beginning, the introduction with its magical and gloomy components produces an interesting mood. For the audience, this decision creates a mystery and expectation. A deft production approach is the change into a dreamy, cinematic soundscape for the collapse. It most certainly offers the tune a moment of emot

In the ever-churning world of EDM remixes, where chart-toppers are reborn as dancefloor anthems with clockwork regularity, R3HAB’s take on Doc Backer’s “Tequila” arrives with the subtlety of a shot glass slammed on a bar top. The Dutch-Moroccan producer, known for his Midas touch in transforming pop hits into club weapons, approaches Backer’s track with his trademark bravado and a toolkit of production elements that have served him well over the years. R3HAB’s remix is a masterclass in crowd-ple

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Reason 12 by Reson Studios Hey UKF crew! Let’s talk music. I get asked about the gear that I use a lot. In reality, the only real gear I use is a MIDI keyboard and Reason 12. That’s all I need. Reason 12 is my go-to DAW because it’s super fast and easy to use. I love how quickly I can get my ideas down and start playing around with them. The way Reason’s interface is set up helps me move from one idea to the next without getting stuck, which is key when I want to turn spontaneous thoughts i

The future of transportation hit a speed bump over the weekend outside San Francisco's Portola Music Festival, where at least two of Google's autonomous Waymo vehicles appeared to malfunction and block traffic. The two-day electronic music festival returned to Pier 80 on Saturday, September 28th with a lineup featuring RÜFÜS DU SOL, Gesaffelstein and Justice, among others. Many festivalgoers on Sunday night reported unexpected delays due to a number of stalled Waymo cars heading westbound on Ces