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Written by veteran journalist Shawn Reynaldo, First Floor is a weekly newsletter that focuses on electronic music, along with the culture and industry that surround it. Over the course of just a few years, it’s become one of electronic music’s most influential platforms, routinely putting many of the genre’s thorniest issues under the microscope while reckoning with changes in the culture during a time of profound transformation. A collection of Reynaldo’s most thought-provoking essays, Firs

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Earlier this month Rockwell released ‘LOW ART [Remixes]’ on Obsolete Medium. In honour of this, we asked the man himself to select his favourite remixes. Disclaimer: he told us it was very very hard to pick just ten! Visages – Lunar Eclipse ft. Strategy [Alix Perez Remix] I was a big fan of the original, and played it every set until I got my hands on the remix! The remix smoothed out the arrangement and made the drop section really exciting – leaving that silence with the vocal re

After a successful edition last year, the Martin Garrix Amsterdam RAI show won’t happen this year, in 2024, the artist announced via Twitter. Nonetheless, Martin Garrix confirmed that he would play at the Amsterdam Music Festival on the 19th and at the STMPD label night on the 17th during ADE. Martin Garrix’s ADE show at Amsterdam RAI got global attention in 2018 when the massive show production was recorded in full an put on YouTube. The almost 2-hour show now sits at 3 million streams on YouT

Ross Mintzer may not be a household name in the mainstream, but within the ever-evolving landscape of electronic dance music, he’s carving out a unique niche. Known for his ability to seamlessly merge live instrumentation with digital production, Mintzer’s genre-defying sound is quickly earning him a dedicated following. His music takes inspiration from an eclectic array of influences, blending electronic beats with elements of world music, folk, and even rock, creating a sound that’s distinctly

Listen to a beautiful track we recently came across. We’re happy to welcome back an artist we’ve featured a number of times on our site. Even if you don’t recall his name at first, you surely have heard his music, at ASOT1000 for instance, or the Group Therapy radioshow, or Andrew Rayel’s sets. He’s all over the world, and his name is Loreno Mayer. Loreno Mayer From Croatia to the world, Loreno Mayer has truly left a mark on the Dance scene during his years involved in the industr

Seven years since Pretty Lights released new original music, the drought is over. Pretty Lights, who returned to the stage last summer after a half-decade hiatus, recently announced a pair of rare Vegas arena concerts taking place in late-October. The iconic electronic music producer has now revealed details, but there's much more than meets the eye—and ear. Pretty Lights today shared a trailer on YouTube to tease the shows, which are billed as "3033: Ancient Future" and "1996: Rave Origins." Hi

You’ll surprise yourself singing “in my mind, in my mind” later today, trust us. We’ve got great news to share. DJ and producer longstoryshort continues his impressive run of productions with the release of his new Bass House tune, ‘In My Mind‘. This brand-new track offers a deep dive into the artist’s psyche, exploring themes of escapism and self-reflection. Since launching his journey with ‘Back to the Start’ in 2019, longstoryshort has forged a path that defies expectations, deliverin

MGM Resorts International has announced a new project in Dubai called The Island. Located on Bluewaters Island, the resort will have three separate hotels – MGM, Bellagio, and Aria. But what’s even more interesting is that the complex will have a special round-shaped event space, in other words, a Sphere-like building, much like the Las Vegas one. MGM Resorts CEO Bill Hornbuckle said that the Dubai Sphere won’t be as big as the one in Las Vegas, but it will still be very impressive. The capa

They say good things comes to those that wait. Referred to by fans as ‘Soundbar ID 03‘, Jeremy Olander‘s ‘Nextune’ has been wreaking havoc in the Swede’s sets across the globe for close to a decade. Now, it’s finally getting an official release on Vivrant Imprint. Patience is a virtue, and this song is as timeless as ever. ‘Nextune’ Right at the intersection of Deep House and Techno, Olander possesses the skills to develop enigmatic and inspiring soundscapes. ‘Nextune’ has been a fa

If I tell you Loco Dice x Afrojack would you believe me? This collaboration is something you see rarely in the music industry. Afrojack has released a new single, Work, together with Sven Fields but, there’s a twist. This time Afrojack has released the song under his alter-ego, Kapuchon. And guess where it has been released? You’re right, Loco Dice’s music label SB Recordings is the home of Work. Work is SB Recordings‘ 10th release so far. The song is a sonic powerhouse that seamlessly blends

Fred V & Grafix, the deeply influential drum & bass duo, are reuniting for a rare DJ set in London. The pair amicably split back in December 2018 to pursue solo projects, with Fred V saying at the time that the duo's "journey has been nicely concluded" after completing a three-album deal with Hospital Records. 2016's Oxygen album was a tour de force, defining an era of liquid drum & bass music through timeless tracks like "Ultraviolet" and "Altitude." The iconic label's global events

A new study has revealed that dance music has a unique ability to improve mental health. Fans of EDM and healthcare professionals have both recognized the uplifting impact. From a personal standpoint, I could not agree with this more. I have found that dance music always brings joy to my day and has pulled me out of ruts. The study has proved EDM is therapy and provides emotional needs to its listeners. Conducted by the team behind Tebra’s The Intake platform, a comprehensive online resourc

Delta Heavy have waved the drum & bass flag for 15 years. Their ongoing global tour features the largest North American stretch of their career, and it seems the world is picking up on the same contagious rhythm that’s captivated them since youth. "Nightlife, going out, clubbing, raving, going to a festival. It's the perfect way to escape—a bit of a cliché but—from day-to-day life," Delta Heavy’s Ben Hall tells EDM.com. Hall and Simon James recently celebrated the 15th anniversary of their f

The hallowed grounds of Miami's Ultra will host the first-ever collaborative DJ set between Anyma and Solomun, the festival's organizers revealed today. The techno and house music superstars have been confirmed as a headliner of Ultra's Main Stage in 2025. It's a big moment for the storied EDM fest ahead of its 25th anniversary event in March. The rare performance marks a can't-miss convergence of talent that comes with the promise of a trip through the bleeding edge of electronic music culture.

Aimee May enchants with “Cosmic Love,” her new single exploring AI-driven cosmic love. As one of the first photorealistic, AI-generated avatars launched in August 2023, Aimee May blends human creativity with technological innovation. Under the direction of Pascal Davis, who composed the music and used Aimee May’s distinctive AI-generated voice, the track “Cosmic Love” explores new dimensions of digital artistry. Pascal also created the entire music video using advanced video prompting techniques

This weekend, ILLENIUM will be making his debut at the Brooklyn Mirage for 3 straight nights. For those who won’t be here to experience any of the shows, the denver based artist will be broadcasting his Sunday performance on September 29th at 10:30pm EST on Amazon music. Over the past few years, ILLENIUM has always given much love to New York City. From playing at more intimate venues like Marquee and Webster Hall, to performing at big arenas like Barclays Center and Madison Square Garde

Tinashe is searching for DJs to match her freak on tour. The chart-topping artist's new DJ contest, launched in collaboration with SoundCloud, aims to discover new talent to support her on the North American leg of her "Match My Freak" world tour. In each city, Tinashe will personally select one DJ to open her concert. According to its official rules, the competition is open to DJs over the age of 21 who have a current, valid account on SoundCloud as of the date of submission. Entrants who are s

Ultra Music Festival is preparing to return to life and start the hype-building for its massive 25th Anniversary in March 2025. The 2024 Aftermovie just dropped, and ticket waitlists re-opened, so ticket sales and Phase 1 lineup are only weeks away. While Ultra Music Festival is always a great time with a groundbreaking lineup, Ultra Anniversary festivals are on another level entirely. You do not want to miss out 2025, and you can bet that tickets will sell out earlier this year because of it. L

Black Tiger Sex Machine continues to expand their captivating fictional universe with the release of their new single, ‘Mind Expanding.‘ This track follows the previous single, ‘You Shall See,’ which introduced a new set of characters called the Taiyans, led by General Taiyō. ‘Mind Expanding’ delves deeper into the Taiyans’ ideology, presenting a narrative-driven song with intense production and a score-like quality. The track features classic nature documentary narration, echoing the

Bicep has also curated a stellar line-up featuring Mall Grab, Daphni, Helena Hauff, Bubble Love (Ross From Friends), Sherelle, and more After a successful debut at last year’s Repercussion, electronic music duo Bicep are set to bring their acclaimed Chroma AV DJ Set back to The Warehouse Project on Friday 6th December. Renowned for their genre-defying sound and captivating live performances, Bicep’s Chroma AV DJ Set offers a fusion of immersive audiovisuals and their signature blend of house

TikTok has announced plans to close its music streaming platform, TikTok Music. TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, will officially take TikTok Music offline and permanently delete its consumer data on November 28th, 2024, the company announced in a post on its website. Originally called Resso, the app launched back in 2019 to compete with Spotify, Apple Music and other major platforms. The streaming service was only available to users in select countries, including Brazil, Mexico and Australia.

On the cusp of returning to North America for the wildly anticipated second leg of their universally acclaimed tour in support of Hyperdrama, French electronic standard-bearers Justice have released a new video for the album’s breakout hit ‘Neverender (starring Tame Impala)‘ as it continues its steady ascent on the Alternative Radio chart. Produced by Cekai and directed by Masanobu Hiraoka with Kota Iguchi (Tokyo 2020 Olympics) and Armand Beraud (IRIS, A Space Opera by Justice), the ‘Neverender’