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Petit Biscuit has always been a master of evocative dance music, but he's outdone himself with his new single, "The Forest." The renowned producer collaborated with Maxime Chabroud, better known as the French YouTuber Amixem, to create the spellbinding song deep in a forest in just 24 hours. They then performed it live at the 2024 Beauregard Festival in the Loire Valley of France. "I never set myself any challenges (let alone time constraints) when it comes to composing, but when Maxime called m

Marking its 17th edition in 2024, Les Plages Électroniques once again shone as a pristine Mediterranean dance music experience–and arguably Cannes' very best. Taking place from August 16-18, the festival's 2024 edition enchanted roughly 60,000 attendees over three days and nights. With a stellar lineup, 15 hours of nonstop music from 2pm until 5am and a festival site taken out of a movie set, there was nothing not to love.

An investigation has been launched after the woman, identified as Kendra Frazer, was found unresponsive at the festival on Sunday morning (August 25) Continue reading...

The latest release from Mincer, “Mansion”, captures the emotional essence of finding home in unexpected places. Forced to leave his home country due to an economic crisis, Mincer found solace and inspiration in a new connection that brought comfort and joy. The production of “Mansion” was a six-month journey, pieced together in various locations from coffee shops to airports, reflecting the diverse experiences and emotions behind the song. With its uplifting energy and themes of love and positiv

MPH stuns with Refraction, his debut album, out now via Night Bass. In the sonic labyrinth of Refraction, the UK producer shatters genre boundaries like a prism splitting light. It's a shapeshifting beast, prowling the shadowy realms between garage's swagger, jungle's frenetic pulse and the quaking rumble of 140 dubstep. To that end, Refraction isn't just a display of technical skill; it's a journey through the evolution of UK dance music, reimagined through one producer's unique lens. The album

Lawyers for André 3000 and Big Boi claim that the ATLiens name was created by Outkast, and the US duo are confusing people by using it Continue reading...

As the pulsating energy of Tomorrowland 2024 swirled around us, I found myself in a quiet corner, face-to-face with one of electronic music’s most intriguing rising stars. Might Delete Later, with her warm smile and eyes that sparkled with creativity, immediately put me at ease. There was something refreshingly genuine about her presence – a quality that, I would soon learn, infuses every aspect of her artistry. As Might Delete Later began to share her story, I was struck by the beautiful simp

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It’s time for some real hard techno, shall we? Belocca and Heerhorst join forces for an exciting new release on Factory 93, ‘Flipping’. The tune, which is a mix of hypnotic beats and nonstop percussions, is another massive tune on Insomniac’s techno-driven imprint. The beat is fast, mysterious, and dark. The vocal perfectly merges with the techno vibes creating a narcotic feeling. The synth on the drop generates the right depth to bring Flipping on the bigger festivals. The breakdown slows dow

Montréal’s summer isn’t winding down just yet—not if Piknic Électronik has anything to say about it. After a standout season featuring over 23 electrifying events, the UK’s Disclosure is making a triumphant return for a special one-night DJ set that promises to be one for the books. Set against the backdrop of Parc Jean-Drapeau’s island, OfF Piknic is pulling out all the stops with Disclosure headlining on Friday, August 30, 2024. Setting the stage for the night’s main event, UK dubstep trai

The first ever U.S. Edition of S2O Festival is less than a week away from splashing down this upcoming weekend in New York City. There’s no better place to be in the tristate area as this 2 day festival takes place during Labor Day Weekend on August 31st and September 1st at the Brooklyn Mirage. Known as one of the best festivals which takes place in countries such as Thailand, Hong Kong, Korea, and Taiwan, the anticipation for this event is at a high. S2O is set to revolutionize the U.S. fest

Get ready for the ultimate experience as the people’s DJ, Le Youth, makes a powerful comeback! In excitement for his upcoming & EP release, Le Youth has unveiled his North American Tour this fall, featuring special guests. For those who have been following EDMTunes, it’s no secret that we are massive fans of Le Youth. He has been a force to reckon with in our Year of Tunes. Earlier this year, his electrifying track ‘Stay Still’ dominated our top 10 list. Wes has had a string of stellar relea

Mura Masa has always been ahead of the creative curve, but with his new album, the tenured producer is consciously forging a path inspired by his newfound independence. "Feels very different to be releasing a record this time around," Mura Masa said of Curve 1. "Being independent affords so much more control and connection to the work. I wanted to make something no frills, no cynical music industry narrative, no manipulative backstory. Just music that I think is really great and that people can

If you've ever considered what the force of magnets sound like, Stacco has the answer. This innovative instrument turns magnetic attraction and repulsion into a matrix of electronic sounds that's as unpredictable as it would seem. At its core, the innovative device utilizes an interface embedded with magnetometers to attract and repel magnetic spheres, turning their movements into sound. As these spheres dance and shift across the instrument’s surface, Stacco captures the changes in magnetic fie

Of The Trees is about to take his fans on an unforgettable journey through enchanted soundscapes and stage designs as he's poised to embark on his largest headlining tour yet, "Moonglade." His journey will see him hit iconic venues from coast to coast. With a dazzling LED castle as the foundation of his live performance setup and a lineup that includes a slew of promising support acts, the forthcoming tour is shaping up to be a must-see for fans of bass music's experimental leanings. One of the

As both an icon and a trailblazer in the world of electronic dance music, Kaskade has some fascinating stories and insights from his three decades in the music industry. Just before his headlining "Redux" set at Nashville's Deep Tropics festival, we caught up with the electronic music superstar, whose real name is Ryan Raddon, for an interview on the current state of the dance music scene. He's humbly snacking on Sour Patch Kids in his trailer as we sit down to chat. Raddon has long-positioned h

Bringing yet another jaw-dropping lineup, Breakaway is poised for its debut festival in Music City. The largest touring festival in the US, Breakaway is slowly wrapping up its most impressive summer season to-date. The brand's upcoming Nashville edition is the penultimate fest of its impressive 2024 run, taking place before a huge sendoff in the Bay Area over Halloween Weekend. Nashville marks the third new market for Breakaway this year. The two-day fest will feature a Silent Disco soundtracke

Grammy-winning live electronic trio RÜFÜS SOL has recently dropped an official remix of their single ‘Lately’ by Israeli producers Adam Ten and Mita Gami. were first treated to a preview this remix during RÜFÜS DU SOL’s pop-up DJ set at The Cause London, where the duo showcased their talent for blending deep house and melodic techno. Adam Ten and Mita Gami’s remix of “Lately” brings a fresh perspective to the track, infusing it with their signature blend of deep house and melodic techn

A luminary of sound design, Virtual Riot's name has always been synonymous with his virtuosic dedication to the craft of electronic music production. But in a recent podcast conversation, he showed a different side of himself, one that’s just as inspiring as his otherworldly tracks.  Speaking with SlamCast, Virtual Riot opened up about the transformative impact of sobriety on his life and career, sharing his journey from living in Los Angeles to teaching advanced music production and embracing a

There has been another sad loss to the Brooklyn dance community this past month. Last year, 2 men were found dead in a creek near the Brooklyn Mirage. Both men were 27 years old. This summer’s tragedy is eerily similar to two other deaths and many are wondering if they are all connected. Damani Alexander, 30, attended the Knockdown Center on July 28, but his body was found in the waters of Newtown Creek two days later, according to his mother, Desiree Nicholson. Details about Alexander’s fi

A settlement has been reached in Los Angeles between the State of California and leading ticket reseller StubHub. When the COVID-19 pandemic started, and events were canceled, San Francisco based StubHub changed its FanProtect Guarantee. Instead of providing full cash refunds, as advertised at the time, it began offering credits that could be used for future events. Thus, California Department of Justice investigation found the San Francisco-based company failed to issue timely refunds for cance

Making its 6th edition this year, Same Same But Different is returning to California's idyllic Lake Perris State Park for three days and nights of radiant electronic music and intimate festival experiences. Since its humble beginnings back in 2018, SSBD has exponentially grown into one of the West Coast’s most popular boutique festivals. This year's fest, however, has the feel of its biggest and best so far. Tickets are on sale now for the 2024 edition, which boasts headlining sets from electron

Barkin has unleashed his inner growl with his latest track. Fittingly titled ‘BARK’ the Bass House record takes you on a journey towards unleashing your inner fury. The New York-based artist has been bringing the heat this year and ‘BARK’ is no different. The hip-hop drum beat in the beginning is a sign of things to come later in the track. As tension and energy begins to rise we are thrown into a ferocious first drop that will be stuck in your head. The massive synth and bass lead the way