Dance Music News

May 2025 arrives with a surge of bold new music from every corner of electronic dance. From remix albums that celebrate global club culture to genre-defying debuts and festival-ready anthems, this month’s releases are as expansive as they are emotionally charged. Artists are pushing boundaries, exploring new aliases, and revisiting their roots to deliver tracks that speak to both the heart and the rave. Whether it’s euphoric techno, liquid drum & bass, or future house with a pop shimmer, thi

HUGEL joins forces with David Guetta, Kehlani, and Daecolm to deliver “Think Of Me,” a song built for summer. Released via Astralwerks, the track marks a first-time collaboration between the French house producer and these global icons. Each artist brings their distinct sound, creating a fusion that feels fresh, dynamic, and intentionally crafted for the world’s biggest dancefloors. Brings his signature Afro and Latin rhythms for “Think Of Me”, HUGEL sets the foundation for a groove-driven a

Klangkuenstler is bringing his larger-than-life OUTWORLD show to Amsterdam’s famous Ziggo Dome for Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2025. One of a few early programming announcements for this year’s ADE, the German hard techno producer-DJ revealed on social media that he’ll bring the high-intensity audiovisual experience to the Dutch capital on October 25, playing “all night long” at the city’s famous Ziggo Dome, one of the Netherlands’ largest indoor venues. “So proud to bring my own event to one

Day Trip Seattle has confirmed an A-list lineup for 2025. The single-day party from Insomniac’s West Coast house brand is back in the Pacific Northwest for a fourth consecutive summer on July 26, bringing a crop of the scene’s foremost artists to Seattle’s famous Gas Works Park, a 19-acre greenspace on the North bank of Lake Union that features unique structures from a retired goal gasification plant. This year’s lineup features a headline set from house hitmaker and Black Book Records boss Ch

SLANDER is heading back to Red Rocks with a brand new show this summer. The fan-favorite melodic bass duo, known for hits like “All You Need To Know” and “Love Is Gone,” announced on social media today that they will make their headline return to Morrison, Colorado’s world-famous outdoor amphitheatre on July 17, with an all new audiovisual experience and a lineup of to-be-announced support. After their stunning “Chimera” live show rattled Red Rocks’ sandstone cliffs last summer, SLANDER presen

Hermetik returns on LVLD Music with his new track, ‘The Static.’ Produced over the winter in 2024, this song finally sees the light of day as the artist looks to pay an homage to fellow Canadian producer, Jerome Robins. In an official press release, Hermetik opens about the song and how Robins helped his production journey: “He’s helped me tremendously with my mixing as well as mastering skills over the last little while through some mentoring sessions & I wanted to showcase a simple but cl

Summer is not complete without some house music blasting on your speakers. Sictric & Mingo Marrero bring you their new disco house anthem, ‘Open Your Heart,’ ready to get listeners funky to a reimagined ’80s classic. The artists sampled Madonna’s iconic 1986 song and turned it into a modern day EDM heater. The song features a blend with a rhythmic groove and bass, creating a more than just a danceable experience for audiences. ‘Open Your Heart’ is a soulful song that can easily turn any bore

Since 2019 Bootshaus has remained in the top 10 of DJ Mags ranking of the top 100 clubs in the world. On a recent visit to the legendary venue, we got to have a look into why Bootshaus has been so consistently successful and why going there should be on your bucket list. Having a focus on music may sound like a simple thing but it’s something that a lot of clubs are losing as crowds watch more of the set through their phones. The attitude within Bootshaus is that you should be in the moment and

Wehbba, the acclaimed electronic music producer and founder of HIFN, has announced the release of Studio Dump, a boundary-pushing album project that redefines the traditional album structure. Wehbba has gifted us with the first two tracks, ‘RENN‘ and ‘EXIT TIME,’ as the rest of Studio Dump unfolds over the next several weeks. The full album will culminate with its release on May 30, 2025. About Studio Dump Each track in Studio Dump exists to serve a specific moment — some may disrupt

After a seven year hiatus, Kaskade will reignite the excitement with the highly anticipated return of his iconic beachside festival, Sun Soaked 2025, this summer. Mark your calendars for September 6, when Sun Soaked will make its grand comeback to Huntington State Beach, offering an unparalleled one-day experience for fans. Sun Soaked Over the Years & 2025 Sun Soaked made its dazzling debut in 2017, quickly establishing itself as a premier event in the electronic music scene. The in

Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL) has unveiled its 2025 lineup. Another eclectic roster of more than 150 musical acts will descend upon Zilker Park in Austin, Texas, when the famed multi-genre festival returns over two weekends this fall, October 3-5 and October 10-12. Headline performances at ACL 2025 will come from pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter, multi-platinum singer-songwriter Hozier, fan-favorite alt-rappers Doja Cat and Doechii, country hero Luke Combs, iconic NYC rockers The Stro

Create Music Group has acquired Monstercat in a deal that will bring together two of electronic music’s top independent labels. After receiving a $165 million injection from private equity firm Flexpoint Firm and an ensuing $1 billion valuation last year, Create Music Group today announced its purchase of the longstanding Canadian electronic label for an undisclosed fee. In a press release, Create said it will invest an additional $50 million over the next two years to artist development, adva

A trailblazer in the scene, ACRAZE has cemented himself as one of music’s most in-demand names today. Known for his magnetic stage presence and genre-defying sound that seamlessly blends hip-hop, pop and electronic music, the serial-chart-topper’s meteoric rise has been defined by his penchant for the bold and ardent refusal to follow the status quo. His latest release ‘Telephone Ringin,’ is a playful, yet turbo-charged spin on the ringback tone of a phone call. Aptly named for its cle

The National Police of Spain intercepted a Dutch Man carrying two large suitcases with 163,000 Ecstasy Pills at the Ibiza Airport. Per the Ibiza Newspaper, the man had smuggled his suitcases from the Netherlands. Spanish authorities then arrested the individual as he landed in Ibiza, lacking measures to conceal that cargo. The Investigation On The Ecstasy Contraband The Airport Police, working alongside the Drugs and Organized Crime Unit (UDYCO Police), seized the man as he had flown in

Across the global music industry and within MDLBEAST, the phrase empowering women appears everywhere—from hashtags to headline panels. But often, the promise proves hollow. In the MENA region, where gender disparities remain stark, questions of inclusion are even more complex. This year, the MDLBEAST Foundation, led by Nada Alhelabi, is confronting that tension head-on. Shedding light through this EDMNOMAD exclusive interview, MDLBEAST Foundation claims it is doing more than symbolically sup

FEATURING LEGENDARY PRODUCTIONS FROM LUMINARIES INCLUDING DELERIUM, MARKUS SCHULZ, BT, JES, RABBIT IN THE MOON, SANDRA COLLINS, DEEPSKY, NEIL KOLO & CHRIS FORTIER’S FADE, CONJURE ONE & MANY OTHERS After previous stop-offs in The Netherlands, Germany, The UK and Belgium, May 2025 finds ‘Hypnotised’ – the country-by-country-hopping history of trance music – reaching American shores. There it explores one of the genre’s lesser told yet equally fascinating tales. The fifth album in the seri

Les Plages Électroniques has officially revealed its full lineup for 2025, returning to Cannes from August 8–10 for its 18th edition. The festival, long considered one of Europe’s most scenic summer parties, will once again transform the Palais des Festivals beach into a multi-stage electronic music hub — complete with stages on the sand, in the water, and under the stars. This year’s headliners include Tiësto, Peggy Gou, Charlotte de Witte, Eric Prydz, Booba, Mochakk, Laylow,

On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. A lot of lives have never been the same since, and Sounds of Ukraine want to tell their story. The collective behind TheLena, J.ZeF, Tonika Funkmasters, with support from new joiners and leading producers from Ukraine, is spreading the word through music, events. Recently they released a movie about their experiences.  With TheLena and J.ZeF in London, Tonika still based in Lviv, new members such as Trinetic in Amsterdam, and others in Europe, th

KINDA STUDIOS presents the premiere of Your Inner Symphony, one of four newly commissioned artworks featuring in Feel the Sound at the Barbican Centre this summer (22 May – 31 August 2025). Feel the Sound is a new multi-sensory immersive exhibition that transforms how we think about sound and joins the roster of experiential exhibitions produced by the Barbican before touring the world. A collaboration between Kinda Studios –  the first women-led neuroaesthetics studio and lab maximising the

One of the Czech Republic’s most streamed artists, MIKOLAS, launches a brand-new musical era with the release of his single SAMBA, the first track from his highly anticipated second studio album, II. Alongside this release, MIKOLAS announced his return show in Lucerna Great Hall (2500 capacity) which sold out in little over 7 minutes. “I am both humbled and excited. Its a huge responsibility towards the fans and I know they are up for a great show. I cant wait.” Following the triple platinum

After a little bit of a hiatus, we’re bringing back one of our most loved (and yes, hotly debated) features the Decoded Magazine Mix of the Month. But this time, we’re doing it differently. We have enlisted our former Mix of the Month winner, Ben Clifford, to adjudicate and we are opening up more genres to submit. We’re here for the DJs who dig deep. No EDM. No chart-toppers. No chasing plays. We want substance, not popularity contests. This isn’t about who can rack up the most streams or dr

Frap Tools, a manufacturer of Eurorack modules and accessories alongside professional audio compressors in the 500-Series format, latest venture into the world of high-end keyboard synthesizers with its introduction of MAGNOLIA — announced as an 8-VOICE ANALOG THRU-ZERO FM SYNTHESIZER built to unlock every sound associated with ‘West Coast’ modular synthesis through a classic keyboard interface. As an 8-VOICE ANALOG THRU-ZERO FM SYNTHESIZER, MAGNOLIA unlocks every sound associated with the s

As summer festival season heats up, Accessible Festivals is again helping people with disabilities get to their favorite music festivals, for free. Applications are now open for the nonprofit’s seasonal Dan Grover Memorial Ticket Grant Program, which provides free access to entertainment outings, concerts, festivals, and conventions for individuals with disabilities and their loved ones. With each festival season, the organization, dedicated to improving accessibility in the live events industr

Healthy King! It seems like benders aren’t the only thing keeping you hot and skinny in Miami! Superstar producer and DJ John Summit celebrated Miami Race Week early with a one-of-a-kind workout at the world-famous Club Space in Miami, Florida. The artist attended the high-intensity, interval training session alongside fans, days before he hopped on the decks for a signature marathon set, where he usually plays 8+ hours into the afternoon. “SUMMHIIT” The Experts Only label head is tak

Marking his first EP release in two years, Slushii is back onto the scene with Operation: Overload, a commanding statement that showcases his musical evolution. Far from a simple rehash, this collection of tracks sees the multifaceted producer digging deep, delivering a project that oozes vulnerability and sonic creativity. For those who’ve followed his genre-bending journey, Operation: Overload is his declaration: Slushii is back, and he’s operating on a whole new level. The EP is kic