Dance Music News

Ultra Live is officially back. Starting tomorrow (September 14), Ultra will livestreams the sets of a few of the biggest electronic music acts on the planet from Tokyo, for the Ultra Japan iteration. Let’s take a look at what to expect. Ultra announced in a video that the livestream will include mainstage performances from Afrojack, Armin van Buuren, and Steve Aoki. In addition to that, viewers from around the globe will be able to witness live the sets of a bunch of Techno artists on the Re

STARSIGNS is back on Lost In Dreams Records with their highly anticipated debut EP, ‘FIRE SIGNS‘. Following the release of their lead single, ‘Leo (Flicker),‘ earlier this year, the trio comprised of yetep, Manila Kila, and MYRNE is ready to take listeners on a journey through the cosmos with their latest project. Inspired by golden-era EDM and infused with a touch of the astral, ‘FIRE SIGNS‘ pays homage to the fire signs of the zodiac (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius). The EP showcases STARSIGN

Entertainment giant Tomorrowland just announced they’ll be presenting a documentary soon. The piece, titled ‘We Are Tomorrow‘, narrates the story of four different festivalgoers — the People of Tomorrow —, one of them being Brazilian DJ Vintage Culture. The other three stories appear to reflect the personal struggles each had to go through, and how music played a key role in their lives and their wellbeing. The full documentary will be revealed on Monday, September 16 on YouTube. Little else

Welcome back, boys! We’re glad to announce the return of an iconic duo to the Dance world. GRAMMY-award-winning UK duo Dirty Vegas (aka Paul Harris and Steve Smith) have returned to the spotlight for their first release in four long years. This time, the music package comes in the form of ‘Believer‘, their latest single, which sealed the deal with Anjunabeats. The duo behind ‘Days Go By’ achieved widespread fame in the early 2000s. Their iconic track won a GRAMMY award and became a popul

Out now is the newest single from rapidly rising London-born and Brooklyn-based electronic music phenomenon, Kamino, and UK producer and DJ, Cristoph, entitled ‘Falling.’ Released on Casablanca Records and featuring Amsterdam’s MRYN, ‘Falling’ layers warbling hypnotic synths atop a thumping oil-slick bass line. It taps into old school house and garage energy ignited by 21st century fire. Over this vibrant backdrop, MRYN’s mesmerizing vocals immediately captivate, amplifying the impact

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In the largest drug bust in Spanish History, Guardia Civil discovered €25 million worth of drugs including over 1 million ecstasy pills. Seized in the party island of Ibiza the Spanish police called it “the largest ecstasy drug bust in Spanish history”. According to the head colonel of the Guardia Civil in the Balearics, Alejandro Hernández, the operation was a success after police seized 1,071,327 pills. It is honestly impressive how they stored all that. Officers have arrested nine pe

Nora En Pure dances with her own inner dialogue in hew new single, "Train of Thoughts." There aren't many producers whose music can tell stories in the absence of words, but most producers aren't Nora En Pure. True to form, her latest emerges like a lucid dream on the dancefloor, a signature instrumental track with cinematic strings and swelling synths that seep into the cracks of an effervescent deep house arrangement. "Train of Thoughts" isn't background music—it's a foreground experience wher

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WINK and nikko have joined forces to release SEEING DOUBLE, a dark horse for the year's best collaborative EP. The Bay Area-based wunderkinds are two of the electronic scene's most promising producers, blending nostalgia and novelty to make heady dance music that defies the constraints of their youth. In SEEING DOUBLE, they don't just cross boundaries—they rupture them, leaving listeners dizzy, disoriented and desperate for more. Featuring five tracks, the EP is a testament to WINK and nikko's r

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We’ve got an absolute killer track today for you. When two gigantic minds collide, good things tend to happen. This is a case in point. DJ-producer phenoms Steller and AG have joined forces to create a unique production which offers the best of the Bass genre, yet is driven in a very hypnotic direction. Their track is called ‘Digital Delusion‘, and is out now. Steller is a rising star in the Dance scene, renowned for her unique sound and energetic performances. Her music blends heavy bas

The powerful duo have once again joined forces for a spellbinding release. Music days are always good days — even more so with news like this one. Ørjan Nilsen and Mark Sixma, under their collaborative alias nilsix, have been creating exceptional Trance music. Their tracks have resonated with fans worldwide. Tracks like ‘Old’s Cool’ and ‘Anhedonia’ impacted the industry for all the good reasons, and this time, they’re back with more to offer. They’ve just knocked on the door of Dreamstat

Chart-topping Techno artist Layton Giordani has worked his magic on one of deadmau5’s most iconic tracks, ‘Strobe‘, creating a brilliant rendition that pays homage to the original while adding his own unique touch. Giordani skillfully preserves the song’s renowned chords and infuses it with a mesmerizing blend of pulsating synths and beats, giving the track a fresh new depth and energy. Expressing his profound admiration for the original track, Giordani shares, “‘Strobe’ is undoubtedly one of my

Esteemed DJ/producers MORTEN and ARTBAT have joined forces with the help of Swedish singer/songwriter Bonn for their new Insomniac Records single, ‘Hollow.’ An anthemic vocal-driven Melodic Techno track, ‘Hollow’ combines Bonn’s moody vocal croons with a peak-time groove aimed at festival and club floors alike.   “ARTBAT and I are combining our sound and energy, and it’s an incredible experience to collaborate with friends on this track“, MORTEN says. “It’s truly the best of both world

Michael Bibi has donated to a cause. The Solid Grooves founder has contributed over £120,000 to the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. The pledge was made following his One Life show at Finsbury Park. Bibi’s One Life festival had taken over the same venue on the 6th of July for a day. This show was part of his One Life World Tour to commemorate his cancer-free status since December 2023. The tour oversees another five shows across Europe through late September. The English DJ and producer

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Can you imagine an artist born in the picturesque landscapes of Switzerland, shaped by the pulsating nightlife of Berlin, and now calling the vibrant streets of Mexico home? Well, Leo Leonski‘s journey is as eclectic as his sound. As the founder of Night Heat Records and the creative force behind Salon Tropical, Leonski has carved out a unique niche in the industry. His music is a tapestry of influences. It weaves together house rhythms, tropical flavors, and indie dance sensibilities. On the

The two-day tour will see GORDO play two mammoth 12 hour sets in São Paolo and Nova Lima. Diamante Blackmon, better known as GORDO, has announced a 24-hour music marathon in Brazil. On November 8th, GORDO will kick off his two-day Brazilian tour with a 12-hour performance at Canindé in São Paulo, followed by another electrifying 12-hour set at Club 415 in Nova Lima on November 9th, marking the debut of his innovative Hybrid Set format in the country. These back-to-back events promise to deliver

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Hear ye, hear ye! The boys are back! After quietly slipping off into a 4-year hiatus, deeply adored scene favourites – Brookes Brothers – return with new track ‘Enemies’: a signature sounding track for the pair with a lick of 2024 energy. From their first release back in 2006 to ‘Make No Sound’ in 2020, the brothers have been churning out feel-good D&B bangers for the entire duration of their career. Welcoming them back with open arms, their return to the scene is a familiarity that

Atlanta, the city renowned for its musical innovation and cultural vibrancy, has seen its share of celebrated festivals over the years. Yet, among its historic lineup, some of those have come and gone, leaving a lasting impression before disappearing from the scene. Here’s a look at five defunct Atlanta music festivals, examining their rise and fall and revealing the stories behind their brief but memorable impact on the city’s festival landscape.   1. Tomorrowworld   Tomorrowworld was a spinoff

Spanish sensation Crusy has just unleashed his biggest track to date on Toolroom Records. “Hey Girls, B-Boys” has already been pinned by the most in-demand artists including Danny Howard on BBC Radio 1 and Martin Garrix on his weekly show. Since his breakout hit “Selecta” on Toolroom Trax in 2022, Crusy’s career has been on an unstoppable upward trajectory. Now signed to Toolroom management, he’s leading in the house music scene. Crusy has been releasing tracks on prestigious labels such as Def

Today, a powerhouse collaboration between MEDUZA, and GRAMMY nominated vocalist HAYLA arrives in what promises to be an existential culmination of electronic and vocal sound, ‘Another World’, via Republic Records. ‘Another World’ is an homage to the ethereal but also visceral emotions that music can draw out. The initial phase of the vocal drifts and harmonises with the beat cutting through, driving the pace of the record before HAYLA’s powerful voice calls out to the listener. The plucky sy

Insomniac, the world’s leading music festival and live events experience creator, in partnership with Lunchbox Packs, has launched its latest initiative as part of its ongoing commitment to safeguarding and enhancing attendees’ festival experiences. With Lunchbox Packs, Insomniac has co-developed a line of bag policy approved, built to last, exclusive anti-theft packs at a low cost. Pre-orders are available here.  Anti-Theft Line For over three decades, Insomniac has been at the foref