Dance Music News

Try not to spill your Slurpee in the mosh pit—7-Eleven is the new presenting sponsor of Las Vegas emo festival When We Were Young. The global convenience store chain announced yesterday that it has teamed up with festival promoter Live Nation to purchase the official naming rights for this year’s weekend event, which returns to the Las Vegas Festival Grounds on October 18-19. The deal will also see 7-Eleven bring on-site experiences to New York City’s Governors Ball and California’s Rolling Lou

Chris Lake is headlining Red Rocks for the first time ever. The UK tech house icon just announced on social media that he’ll bring his high-energy beats to Morrison, Colorado’s world-famous open-air amphitheatre on August 30, marking his debut headline at the venue after more than two decades of touring and influential releases. Lake will be joined on the night by three of his leading collaborators and Black Book Records label talents, including his Anti Up partner-in-crime Chris Lorenzo, reno

Coachella‘s 2025 iteration was yet another reminder of why the Indio-based festival remains the gold standard for live music experiences. This year’s edition continued Coachella’s further lean into dance music culture while continuing to maintain its diverse, genre-spanning lineup. While some changes sparked debate — most notably, the relocation of the Quasar and Do LaB stages — it was ultimately the electronic acts who stole the spotlight and left lasting impressions across both April weekends.

Maverick Helicopters, the official helicopter charter for EDC Las Vegas, is back with its exclusive Electric Sky flight offering for 2025, offering 10-minute aerial tours of Insomniac’s famous Electric Daisy Carnival below. With bookings available during the festival from midnight on Saturday, May 17, to the early hours of Monday, May 19, attendees can experience the festival’s iconic flyovers for themselves, soaring above the art, music, lights, pyrotechnics, and some 175,000 dancers below. Gu

Belgian techno powerhouse Charlotte de Witte is set to dominate New York City with an extended series of shows from May 21 to May 24. Known for her hard-hitting techno sets and commanding stage presence, Charlotte will perform at multiple iconic venues across Brooklyn, making this one of her most anticipated US runs yet. The announcement follows a landmark year for Charlotte de Witte, who earlier sold over 70,000 tickets across three nights at Belgium’s Flanders Expo and hosted a spontaneous

CITYFOX REGENERATE is preparing for The Brooklyn Mirage opening weekend. The Mirage is currently undergoing a massive renovation. CITYFOX REGENERATE will present its newest concept with immersive art installations, multi-sensory stage experiences, and live experimental performances. On May 3rd, the Cityfox journey enters a new world. This sunset-to-sunrise, three-stage takeover will immerse you in a new world built for the visionaries and adventure seekers. Featuring performances from Andhim

The convenience store giant 7-Eleven is officially stepping into the world of live music. It has inked a major sponsorship deal with Live Nation that includes naming rights for the 2024 edition of When We Were Young festival. This marks the first time the nostalgic pop-punk gathering, held annually in Las Vegas, has aligned with a naming partner. It is now billed as “When We Were Young Presented by 7-Eleven.” As part of this partnership, festivalgoers will enjoy a dedicated 7-Eleven “qu

London four-piece act Le Bon Jams have returned with their latest dance floor anthem ‘What U Need ‘on PIAS Recordings in anticipation of their debut EP set for release in June.  ‘What U Need’ is a groove-driven house track, merging smooth basslines, shiny synths, and soulful vocal cuts into a club-primed, feel-good anthem. With crisp percussion across their collection of instruments, coupled with rolling rhythms, the result is an infectious momentum and bright melodic flourishes with a subtle bu

The Saudi desert whispered of change as the gates of 1001 Festival opened under the stars of Riyadh on April 24 and 25. Unlike the soaring spectacle of Soundstorm, this event arrived quieter, smaller, but infinitely more meaningful. There were no headlining rappers, no genre collisions. This was not about attracting everyone. It was about calling the right ones. Not an echo of the West, nor a repetition of the past. It was something new. Something purely Saudi. A declaration in rhythm and light

Formula 1, also known as F1, is the highest class, single-seater racing competition in the world. These cars, these speeds, these challenges are created to push the driver and their vehicle to their absolute limits. The location of these exhilarating races is held in different cities all over the world. And now, you have the opportunity to watch the next race, because they will be fully throttled in Miami. The Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix is taking place May 2-4, 2025. Along with the race hap

All Day I Dream, the acclaimed Berlin-based label founded by British DJ and producer Lee Burridge, continues its tradition of seasonal releases with Spring Sampler. Known for ethereal, melodic house soundscapes, the label’s newest offering perfectly captures the spirit of renewal and introspection that defines the spring season. This compilation showcases the label’s signature dreamy, melodic house sound while introducing listeners to both established artists and promising newcomers from around

Fankee, the world’s first community-driven music label, proudly announces the release of “Send Me An Angel” by Italian DJ/producer Ayko with the multi-talented British artist Sam Stray Wood. Dropping on April 18th, this highly anticipated track blends Ayko’s signature electronic sound with Stray Wood’s dynamic vocal presence. Fankee is revolutionizing the music industry by transforming fans into co-producers and co-owners, allowing them to earn a share of music royalties and actively participat

London four piece act Le Bon Jams have returned with their latest dance floor anthem ‘What U Need ‘on PIAS Recordings in anticipation of their debut EP set for release in June.    ‘What U Need’ is a groove-driven house track, merging smooth basslines, shiny synths, and soulful vocal cuts into a club primed, feel good anthem. With crisp percussion across their collection of instruments, coupled with rolling rhythms, the result is an infectious momentum and bright melodic flourishes with a subtl

Amsterdam’s techno powerhouse Grace Dahl joins forces with some of the genre’s most formidable names on the latest Vault Records release, VS10YRS Part Three — the third chapter in a special EP series celebrating 10 years of Vault Sessions. The four-track compilation showcases blistering productions from Alarico, Setaoc Mass, Cleric, and Grace Dahl, each representing a distinct yet cohesive vision of high-intensity techno.Dahl’s contribution, ‘The Green Room’, is a stripped-down weapon built f

American innovator HAUMS returns with ‘Squaring the Circle’, his second full-length album, on his own Quantum Feels imprint. Across eight expansive tracks, HAUMS invites listeners into a cinematic and deeply spiritual journey through melodic house – one that explores the eternal dance between the finite and infinite, the human and the divine.   Guided by a belief in the transformative power of music, HAUMS creates sound as ceremony—each track designed to awaken the body, stir the soul, and ope

One of the most promising Brazilian acts stopped by for a friendly chat. Today, we bring you a very interesting interviewee. Ragie Ban, a gifted DJ and producer, is making a name for himself in both the Brazilian and global music scenes. At just 22 years old and with three years under his belt, Ragie has already built up a remarkable CV, gaining support from prominent artists and releasing tracks on well-respected record labels. His music crosses genres, blending aspects of Techno, House, an

Here’s to a semester packed with new ideas, piloted by the world’s leading Organic label. It’s always a great day when we have news from All Day I Dream. Is it too much of a wordplay to say we’ve been dreaming about this one for a while? Hopefully it’s not too cheesy. But that’s the actual truth: every month we patiently await the day when the leading Organic House label of the market will delight us with new music. And this month, it’s an entire album-worthy selection. Last Friday, Lee

Did I hear you ask for a daring fusion of styles made into a Dance album? We’ve got you covered. We truly hope you enjoy this one as much as we do. Italian DJ and producer Riva Starr released his fifth studio album, Keep Me On The Dancefloor, on his label Snatch! Records on April 24th. The album marks a new direction for Starr, highlighting his growth as a producer and artist with a stronger focus on songwriting and collaborative efforts. Riva Starr is renowned for his energetic DJ sets

Insomniac has officially locked in the dates and initial details for the 2026 return of EDC Thailand. After bringing its flagship Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) festival to Southeast Asia for the first time ever this past January, the powerhouse promoter will bring the three-day festival back to a new venue, Rhythm Park Phuket from January 16-18, 2026. Though lineup details for EDC Thailand 2026 are under wraps at the time of writing, this year’s debut brought a bevy of global superstars to Tha

If you’re looking to kick off this week in style, look no further. Are you a fan of Anjunadeep? Are you a fan of UV? Soundgarden? Univack? Well, this set may speak to you then. Paul Arcane is perhaps the most promising act from Chile to set foot on Deep and Organic grounds right now. With a long career that already includes releases on the highest labels out there, he was the man Anjuna needed to kick off their Open Air celebrations in Santiago. I’m not kidding when I say Anjuna’s social

Slovenian DJ and producer Brina Knauss makes a powerful debut on Interstellar Recordings with ‘Savannah‘. The track is rich and stirring, highlighting her classical roots and distinctive melodic touch. ‘Savannah’ Known for her deep, atmospheric sets, Brina blends sweeping chords and celestial piano lines with a tender male vocal and warm, rolling rhythms. The result is a track that feels both intimate and vast, grounded yet dreamlike. Says Brina of the track: The release

Party like a pro, stay like a star. Welcome, fellow Headliners, to the exciting return of Hotel EDC for 2025! This year, we are thrilled to announce that Hotel EDC will be taking over an all-new location at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Get ready for an immersive weekend filled with EDC-themed experiences that you won’t want to miss. From festival tickets to exclusive pool parties, wellness sessions, and more, Hotel EDC promises to be an unforgettable experience for all attendees. Join us for a w

Canadian bass producers and DJs Torcha and Jiqui recently dropped their collaborative track, ‘Mucus’, on April 18th via the HypnoVizion imprint of bass music star Rezz. The name says it all—’Mucus’ is as gnarly as they come, packed with grimy bass and filthy dubstep vibes that are sure to get festival crowds hyped. With its deep low-end sounds and punchy percussion, Torcha and Jiqui really play around with some heavy, guttural sound design and warped basslines. ‘Mucus’ really reinforces HypnoViz

The ARTBAT duo is back, and they have delivered a powerful reimagining of one of the most iconic dance club anthems, The Temper Trap’s ‘Sweet Disposition’, released on the UPPERGROUND imprint. This remix preserves the emotional depth of the original while injecting ARTBAT’s signature energy, resulting in a transcendent version that commands festival stages around the globe. Uplifting, euphoric, and pulsating with groove, this remix is a peak-time powerhouse that can stop crowds in their tracks b

British duo CamelPhat and Vomee collaborate on a brand-new EP, Needed You, featuring two tracks that continue to showcase their mastery of tech house. The first track, ‘Needed You,’ sets a high-energy tone with a rhythmic synth and a catchy female vocal singing the title lyric. The groovy bass and upbeat melody evoke day club vibes, complete with mimosas, loose clothing, and blacked-out shades. The second track, ‘Renewal,’ brings a contrast with its deeper, more melodic tones. The track starts s