Dance Music News

Today, music’s most explosive it-girl Sara Landry (with a fanbase of over 1 million followers on Instagram alone) unveils news about her highly-anticipated debut album Spiritual Driveby. Hot on the heels of her history-making Tomorrowland performance and a massive LA takeover, which included TWO sold-out Factory 93 nights and a pop-up tarot / merch experience. The latter took place at LA’s beloved metaphysical destination House of Intuition. The dynamite prepares to shatter boundaries once again

Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is the world’s largest festival and business gathering for Electronic music. From personal experience, it is one of the best events you can go to. They have more events than you can imagine and your calendar will be jam-packed every day. Today, they reveal the second wave of confirmed artists for ADE 2024. Among the newly released artists are Adam Beyer, Amelie Lens, Anyma, Charlotte de Witte, DJ Heartstring, DVS1, Eefje de Visser, Gene on Earth, Job Jobse, KI/KI, Kor

Is it too early to think about winter weather, snow on the mountains, and music festivals on top of mountains? Maybe not as Tomorrowland Winter has just announced its return to Alpe d’Huez for the 5th edition in 2025. Imagine a world where the beats of electronic music connect with the white slopes of the French Alps. This is what expect you at Tomorrowland Winter, a unique festival experience that combines the best of both worlds – world-class EDM and winter sports. So, What is Tomorrowland W

It won’t be their first appearance in public tho. FLAMENCA, a new group mixing together electronic music and flamenco, was premiered at the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival. Now, they’ll return for a full show at the World Club Dome event in Frankfurt from September 6 to 8, 2024. At the core of FLAMENCA is an imaginary “Corrida” concept. Just imagine a spectacular dance floor that brings to life the drama, tension, and raw emotion of the traditional Spanish bullfight. Across four distinct ac

Hi!, Who are you?  Most people reading this know me as Jauz, but my real name is Sam. I’ve been making all kinds of electronic music as Jauz for over ten years now, and have run my label Bite This! Since 2018.  What’s your ethos? The goal and “tagline” for the Jauz project has always been “Music Has No Boundaries.” I grew up listening to so many different styles of music and always would bounce between polar opposite styles and sounds based on my mood or the situation. Early on, I sp

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Tomorrowland Winter is returning to the beautiful winter wonderland of Alpe d’Huez in France. From March 15-22, 2025 The world’s finest electronic artists will perform across a collection of magical indoor and outdoor stages. The weeklong festival is a winter festival adventure filled with snow, skiing, snowboarding, amazing outdoor activities, and delicious mountain food. Thanks to the Tomorrowland Winter Simulator, people can now start putting together their own favorite travel packages fe

Avi Sic brings a fresh collaboration, uniting with Costel Van Dein to release their Bass House production, ‘Feel Alive’ via Tiger Records. Individually skilled, creative, and innovative, the union between these two Producers has given way to a bold track, one that seamlessly blends each of their signature styles and complements their shared abilities when it comes to creating immersive soundscapes.   Establishing herself as a noteworthy player within Electronic Music, with previous releases

The always-loud, always-awesome Deadbeats label from Zeds Dead came out with another fiery compilation album on August 23rd. This album is We Are Deadbeats Vol. 6 and it contains 16 equally diverse and innovative tracks that would influence fans to get off of the edge of their seats, chairs, sofas, or beds. As any of the previous compilation albums preceding We Are Deadbeats Vol. 6 have shown, these wonderful releases provide an opportunity for the fans to hear bass music’s future global phenoms

With over a decade of production experience and a lifelong immersion in music, Who is Silus? embarks on a unique journey of self-discovery and connection. This project isn’t just about music—it’s a deep exploration of what it means to be alive. The debut single “TETHER” has already set the stage, and more releases are on the horizon, promising to expand on the project’s distinctive aesthetic. Who is Silus? is more than just an artist; the project invites listeners to reflect on their own exp

Parisian DJ and producer Alex Wann continues to make a name for himself in the global electronic music scene. Known for his innovative approach and versatile sound, Wann has become a prominent figure in the Deep House genre, blending elements of Afro-house, tech house, and melodic house. His latest release, a remix of the 2014 hit ‘My Love’ by Route 94 featuring Jess Glynne, showcases his ability to reimagine iconic tracks while staying true to his soulful roots. Released on EMI’s Positiva R

*Featured Cover Photo Credit: Ashley Harrell / SFGATE On September 2nd, the Labor Day holiday, tens of thousands of Burning Man attendees enjoyed their last day at the festival’s playas. While departing (or trying to depart), the Burning Man attendees faced a heavy dust storm that affected traffic significantly. According to an article from The Daily Beast, the attendees faced delayed traffic times of up to 10 hours getting off-site. Not just that, the dust storm affected the visibility of t

Autumn is almost there and it means just one thing: Amsterdam Dance Event is around the corner. This year, a lot of new and old friends will return to ADE. Zamna is among them and, it’s not alone. For the 2024 party during ADE, Zamna has teamed up with SONA. Who’s SONA you may ask. Well, it’s a collective, founded by three friends, who bring innovative sounds and visual concepts to life. They run brands like No Art, expo, Wavy and Stichting Synergy. For the 2024 Amsterdam Dance Event, Sona w

In an unexpected convergence of house music luminaries, Chris Lake and Disclosure have collaborated on a pair of new tracks, they revealed on Friday. Fans are abuzz with speculation after each took to social media to tease the new music and share previews. Lake, known for his chugging basslines and singular approach to sound design, brings a raw energy to the table while Disclosure—who leaned into a more club-focused sound in last summer's Alchemy album—craft their irresistible melodies. Built a

Fifteen years ago, on September 3, 2009, deadmau5 released ‘Strobe’, a track that has since become a defining moment in the progressive house genre and a cornerstone of his illustrious career. As the sixth single from his album ‘For Lack of a Better Name’, ‘Strobe’ captivated listeners with its intricate melodies, gradual build-up, and emotional depth, quickly earning its place as one of electronic music’s most celebrated compositions. ‘Strobe’ transcended the typical dance track, resonating dee

Wilza keeps his momentum driving forward as he drops his latest Tech House track, ‘U Know It Ain’t Cool’ via his label SwingBeat Records. A quick return following the release of his single, ‘What You See,’ Wilza now brings a fresh take on Bobby Brown’s 1980s hit ‘Don’t Be Cruel,’ offering the second single from his new Jack House swing project in which he works to revitalise the New Jack Swing genre by adding his own contemporary twist. Taking the skills and experience he has fostered over his l

Heritage Listed unites with Le Hutin to deliver their House track, ‘Soothe My Soul’ via Basics Recordings. Although their debut musical collaboration, the pair have built a solid working foundation as joint label heads of Basics Recordings and now team up to bring this newest release, offering compelling energy to House fans globally. As they come together through a shared passion for House music, Heritage Listed and Le Hutin ensure that listeners experience the best of their unique styles in th

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Former Volt & State member, Quentyn is back with I Wanna Know. The new single from the indie-electronic music artist blends electronic festival-feel melodies with organic indie band sounds. “I Wanna Know” showcases Quentyn’s signature style; festival-feel melodies are intertwined with the raw, organic sounds typical of indie bands. Quentyn’s songwriting process is unique; he begins each track on the piano, crafting the perfect melody loop before layering in electronic elements. This metho

Sara Landry, scorcher of dancefloors and rewirer of minds, has announced her long-awaited debut album, Spiritual Driveby. As the self-anointed "High Priestess of Hard Techno" prepares to unleash her sonic grimoire, anticipation is building for an album that will crystallize one of the most explosive electronic music breakouts in recent memory. The EDM.com Class of 2024 superstar has built a large and devoted following with her uncompromising approach to the genre, fearlessly pushing the tempo to

Dubbed "the world's wettest party," S2O Festival made a splash over the weekend with its U.S. debut at the Brooklyn Mirage. One of Asia's premier festival brands, S2O launched in Bangkok back in 2015 and has since hosted larger-than-life festivals in Japan, China, Taiwan, South Korea and Vietnam. The festival is beloved for its interactive water effects, which drench fans in euphoria alongside electrifying EDM lineups. Its organizers are now celebrating a successful—and soaked—stateside debut ov

In a fascinating twist, three-time World Speedway Champion Tai Woffinden, known for his dominance on the speedway track has now embarked on a thrilling new adventure in the world of electronic music. Inspired by top-tier artists like FISHER and motivated by his natural drive as a professional athlete, Tai is releasing tracks on Armada Music and collaborating with legends like Gabry Ponte. We caught up with him to explore his fresh perspective on music, balancing life as a DJ, racer, and father,

Summer 2024 was one for the books, with dance floors across the globe buzzing with energy and excitement. As festivals lit up the nights and beach parties stretched into the early hours, five artists emerged as the true stars of the season. Here’s a look at the dance artists who absolutely dominated this summer. 1) Charli XCX Charli XCX has always been a pop sensation, but this summer, she fully embraced the dance music scene—and the results were electric. Her latest album, ‘Hyperdrive’, brought

A Nevada woman is feeling the heat after Nevada authorities hit her with fines for offering rides to Burning Man. 61-year-old Susie Holland recently shared her story with the Reno Gazette Journal. Holland says Nevada Transportation Authority agents swarmed her car when she arrived to pick up Burners making their way to Black Rock Desert. It turns out her Burners were undercover agents. Holland says agents searched her car before informing her she could face up to $30,000 in fines.