Dance Music News

Few people have burst onto the electronic music scene quite as fast or quite as emphatically as the wild Australian DJ Fisher with his insane tech house banger ‘Losing It.’ At a time where tech house was a genre that largely stuck to the underground scene, Fisher managed to bring it to the mainstream and ‘Losing It’ contributed massively to the shift from mainstage EDM going into the charts to house and tech house being the more dominant force. Following leaving the DJ duo Cut Snake, Fisher

Summer can’t be all silly and jolly. Emotions power through in the bliss of the heat and sometimes, we need a dark and twisted track to keep us in check. deadmau5 returns under his prestiged Techno Alias TESTPILOT to deliver a twisted, soaking track. ‘Wet’ is the perfect track for all of us Techno fiends. Thanks to mau5trap A rhytm that sways between Techno and dark tech-house, inspiring complex emotions in all of us. Soakin’ ‘Wet’ When you think Summer 2024 can’t get any better, T

Anjunabeats has become the first dance music label to sponsor a tennis player during the grass court season. This unique partnership saw British tennis star Alicia Barnett proudly sporting Anjunabeats’ iconic ‘A’ logo during her matches at Wimbledon. Barnett, an avid Anjuna fan, fought hard over the past two weeks, participating in both the women’s doubles and mixed doubles events. She reached the quarter-finals in the mixed doubles alongside her partner Marcus Willis. Originally from Painsw

John Summit has freshly unveiled what might be the most-anticipated electronic album of the year. Now streaming via Experts Only in partnership with Darkroom Records, Comfort In Chaos comprises 12 original mixes, each a distinct reflection of Summit’s deep-rooted appreciation for house, techno, and their neighboring sub-genres. The album takes listeners on a sonically diverse yet cohesively sound journey, showcasing Summit’s mastery over melodic house, dissonant techno, liquid drum & bass, U

Hailing from Australia and now based in Las Vegas, THMPSN is a multifaceted Phonk producer, DJ, and violinist. His musical journey began with classical training and international tours, performing at prestigious venues such as Dvorak Hall in Prague and Rheingoldhalle in Mannheim, as well as opening the Australian embassy in Berlin and lecturing at the French Conservatory of Music. After relocating to the United States, THMPSN gained prominence as a viral content creator, building the YouTube cha

British DJ/producer Duke Dumont has returned with an electrifying new single, ‘ENERGY,” out today via Astralwerks. With an uptempo 134 BPM masterclass infused with mesmerizing analogue synth progressions, ‘ENERGY’ is perfectly crafted to ignite the dance floor throughout the summer and is poised to be a standout addition to Duke Dumont’s illustrious discography. The track follows hot on the heels of his successful 2023 releases like ‘The Chant’ and ‘Losing Control’. The release of ‘ENE

With Colorado’s Global Dance Festival just a few weeks away, it’s time for a closer look at the artists hitting the stages July 26 and 27 at the National Western Complex Center. This year’s festival promises an electrifying atmosphere with state-of-the-art stage productions and immersive visual effects. Attendees can also expect a diverse lineup featuring both established names and rising stars across various subgenres of electronic music. Headliners The Chainsmokers, Duke Dumont, Gryffin, and F

The man of the moment is back for yet another infectiously catchy track. Since the launch of his very own WHYNOTUS label a few months ago, Club Space resident and globetrotting artist Malóne hasn’t stopped pumping out anthem after anthem. From Ibiza to Berlin, Miami and beyond, he’s been carving a space for himself all over the world — and all over the scene, too. The Tech House maestro, Beatport Afro House chart-topper and 1001Tracklists’ Future of Dance artist is back in the spotlight

Odyssey Music Festival is once again bringing cyberpunk culture and electronic music to St. Petersburg, Florida in 2024. Now expanding to two days, the outdoor boutique festival will take place on October 4th and 5th at a new venue, The Factory, in the city's warehouse district. Odyssey was previously located at Vinoy Park, a waterfront area in downtown St. Petersburg. This year's phase one lineup features Mija, Ternion Sound and more across two unique stages. The former will headline the Rawsom

One year ago, SABAI released ‘North Star‘ in collaboration with Hoang, capturing hearts and minds of thousands of fans across the world. And now the Vancouver based artist continues to inspire and encourage listeners of his music to seek their true purpose with his emotionally stirring 14 track album, North Star. This epic release serves as the perfect launchpad for his highly anticipated mainstage performance at Lost In Dreams festival this Saturday. Out now on SABAI’s labels Hidden

A collision of SLANDER and Nikademis' euphoric production and the emotionally intoxicating lyricism of Poo Bear has brought to fans a new anthem with an existential twist. Out now via SLANDER's own Heaven Sent label, "If Tomorrow Never Happens” explores the finite nature of humanity while maintaining a triumphant sound and feeling. Together with Poo Bear, the melodic bass duo debuted the new single together at Miami's Ultra Music Festival in March before dropping it again at EDC Las Vegas in May

Prospective attendees of Sweden's Way Out West Festival, in the form of sperm and eggs, will soon be incubated to the sounds of its headliners, including Fred again… and Peggy Gou. That's according to the festival's organizers, who this week announced the creation of a new stage in collaboration with renowned designer Love Hultén. They are planning to activate the miniature stage, dubbed "Future Fan Stage," at Eliva, an IVF clinic in Stockholm. Complete with colorful (albeit gentle) visuals, the

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An action group challenged the Tomorrowland campsite permit recently. Just days before tens of thousands of festival-goers arrive at Boom, Belgium, the Dreamville campsite associated with the iconic Tomorrowland music festival is battling a last-minute obstacle. The action group Leefmilieu Rupelstreek has filed an appeal against the permit of the place, accusing potential environmental damage and legal breaches. The appeal centres around alleged failures by the festival organisers to sec

deadmau5 is planning to take fans to church ahead of a hotly anticipated EP—Hackney Church, that is. Standing in East London since 1275, the church recently underwent an ambitious renovation, transforming the historic building into a destination for music and art events alongside regular services. The venue, cozy and intimate, will present deadmau5 for "his most intimate London show in years," according to the concert's organizer, LWE Events. Scheduled for July 16th with Volaris as support, the

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Vitalic, the OG French electro wizard, just dropped a straight-up banger with Cercle Records. “You Are Not Alone” is a certified face-melter that’ll have you questioning your existence while your body moves involuntarily to its relentless pulse. This joint kicks off with some retro-futuristic arps that’ll make you feel like you’re piloting a spaceship through a wormhole. Then BAM! That four-on-the-floor beat hits you like a freight train, anchoring the track with the gravitational pull of a bla

Following the heart-wrenching conclusion of ODESZA's "The Last Goodbye" tour, the duo is giving back by signing limited-edition prints for charity. Developed by the Soundwaves Art Foundation to benefit the Sweet Relief Musician's Fund, the prints provide fans with rare memorabilia that transforms into art their favorite songs and sounds from the beloved electronic duo's fourth album, The Last Goodbye. The prints are readily available to fans in various sizes and formats, which ODESZA's Clayton K

RÜFÜS DU SOL released the official remix package for their new song “Music is Better” today. It includes a club version and a remix by Belgian producer/DJ Maxi Meraki. The package was released by Rose Avenue. The band has always paid tribute to their dance roots with remixes made for clubs, and “Music is Better Remixed” is no different. Some of their biggest hits have been remixed by Solomun, Adriatique, Anyma, Adam Port, Carlita, and more over the years. “Music is Better Remixed” builds on

Worlds collide in this absolute heater of a collab. Las Vegas based Max Styler and Italian producer GENESI come together for a perfect tech heavy dance floor banger. With some of the most unique sounding synth work in any current track being rinsed at festivals around the world, ‘See You Sweat’ invokes a need for speed on the dance floor. Listen here. California-born Max Styler is a dynamic force in the world of dance music, utilizing his near-decade of production experience to consisten

Off The Grid Campout returns for its eighth edition from Friday, October 10 to Monday, October 14, 2024, at Sirius Ranch in Apple Valley, California. Known for its grassroots origins, this festival has grown into a significant event in the underground music scene. Tickets are on sale now, and excitement is building. An Unrivaled Musical Marathon Prepare for 76 continuous hours of house, techno, drum ‘n’ bass, and more. The lineup features over 150 acts, including notable names like Gary

The music industry is on the verge of a revolution, where cutting-edge technology amplifies human creativity. Leading the charge is Ravyn Lyte, a groundbreaking AI artist, DJ, and champion for positivity. Ravyn Lyte explodes onto the scene with her debut single, ‘11111 (Just Be the One).’ This futuristic drum and bass anthem explores the complexities of love and longing. The lyrics delve into unspoken emotions and the push-and-pull of relationships, culminating in the chorus’s powerful plea

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