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John Summit, the house music sensation, has recently expressed his desire to collaborate with the ever-talented Charli XCX, sending waves of excitement through the EDM community. Summit took to Twitter to share his enthusiasm, posting, “hi brat, @charli_xcx i have a very sl*tty song i just made and there’s no one else I’d rather have on it -john”. This tantalizing teaser has fans eagerly anticipating what could be an electrifying partnership. The Rise of John Summit John Summit, born Joh

For this exclusive interview, we’re joined by Alden Song to learn more about his journey into music production, his approach when it comes to creating powerful tracks, and the techniques, processes, and equipment he uses most in his production practice. Having had a decade on the music scene, Alden Song has become known for his dynamic sound and vibrant energy, both within his studio productions and through his live DJing sets. So, we’re looking forward to sitting down in conversation with the t

Ushuaïa and Hï Ibiza unveil two very special events this summer, as BBC Radio 1 arrives on the island in August for the Radio 1 Dance Weekend Ibiza 2024. Radio 1 Dance X @ ANTS, Ushuaïa Ibiza On Saturday 3 August, Radio 1 Dance’s own Pete Tong will return to Ushuaïa Ibiza’s iconic poolside stage, along with a huge lineup of red-hot talents, scene innovators, and ANTS favourites, including Andrea Oliva B2B John Summit, Chloé Robinson, Kitty Amor, Melé, and TSHA. Along with its world-class soun

Ushuaïa Ibiza’s trailblazing underground party ANTS returns to the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) on Thursday 17 October 2024. This much-anticipated event will take over Hemkade 48, promising an unforgettable night of cutting-edge house and techno music. The world-renowned event series ANTS has garnered a global reputation for its awe-inspiring production, innovative audio-visual experiences, and exhilarating soundtracks. What began as a party for Ibiza’s workers community has since evolved into

Underground trailblazers The Martinez Brothers and Paco Osuna return to Hï Ibiza every Tuesday from 8 June to 24 September with their third show-stopping season. With The Martinez Brothers at the helm in the Theatre and Paco Osuna presenting his Now Here residency in the Club Room, there is no better place to discover forward-thinking sounds and an exhilarating mix of guests from the forefront of house and techno THE MARTINEZ BROTHERS The Martinez Brothers have an infectious charm and a deep

Wilza unveils a fresh take on Samuelle‘s ‘So You Like What You See,’ dropping his Tech House remix, ‘What You See’ via SwingBeat Records. Coming as the debut release for his Jack House project, a project in which he aims to revive the classic New Jack Swing genre from the late 1980s and early 1990s, this latest single from Wilza is poised to excite, showcasing his potential and promise as he embarks on his new musical journey. With a diverse background in DJing, having cultivated over twenty

Cyazon adds his unique signature touch to the recent production, ‘Out of Frame’ from Skybreak, Sharks, and LUTHIEN; presenting a brand-new remix, Cyazon once again comes to showcase his driving sound and compelling energy as he offers a Dubstep rework of the track, inviting listeners on a high-energy journey through intense arpeggiators, bold melodic lines and powerful details. A Producer whose committed work ethic and passionate love for music creation continue to act as the driving force behin

DJ Dris returns with yet another Afro House track, ‘Eternal Flame,’ featuring the vocals of Roxa Damas. Known for his dynamic and genre-blending style, DJ Dris keeps pushing the boundaries of his creativity, offering his audience a fresh listening experience with each release. Set for release via Born Digital Music, ‘Eternal Flame’ is poised to be a standout track within DJ Dris’ discography, showcasing his sonic originality with groovy beats, mesmerising lines, and inspiring vocal layers. T

Fred V is a seasoned pro at making people feel warm and fuzzy inside with his DJ sets, radio shows, and undeniably delicious beats. He’s been there, he’s done that, he even bought the T-shirt. And although he will continue to create melodic bangers that many will do teary-eyed 2-steps to; his latest release tells another story entirely. Focusing on the prominence of the drop, Fred’s new album Luminous takes a turn to the dance floor. The energetic 13-track solo project is an exciting journey

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After releasing 2 powerful and authentic singles ‘Again’ and ‘I Need You’ through Warner Music last summer, the talented Venezuelan electronic music producer Speaker Boy continues to make important steps in his career as an independent producer, recently signing an agreement with the British company AWAL which was acquired by Sony Music Entertainment in 2023. This company offers exponential growth to indie artists, and Speaker Boy was not the only exception, to what the producer expresses as

As ODESZA's "The Last Goodbye" tour finally turned into an actual prophecy, their fans weren't prepared for the void they'd soon confront. Returning to the breathtaking Gorge Amphitheatre in their home state of Washington, the duo developed "Echoes," a tech-driven art installation moonlighting as a monument to their unparalleled connection with those ride-or-dies.  "The Last Goodbye," which takes its name from ODESZA's scintillating album of the same name, persisted for roughly three years and i

Originating in Barcelona, Brunch Electronik brought their beloved day-to-night party to downtown Los Angeles for a day attendees won't soon forget. In collaboration with LA-based underground event collectives Minimal Effort and SBCLTR, the event took place on Saturday, July 6th at Exposition Park. Brunch Electronik's organizers transformed the venue into a lush oasis with verdant trees, vines, and natural fiber decor, making it feel like you were in a dreamlike jungle rather than the heart of DT

Did all the bullets richochet, or what? World-acclaimed EDM producer and DJ Afrojack revealed on an Ushuaïa Ibiza Interview that he co-produced the massive hit ‘Titanium’ with David Guetta ft. Sia. However, he claims he opted out of the credits. Afrojack also surprised us with many other secrets we may not have known before. Afrojack In Ushuaïa The Walls Recording label owner told the audience five special things we didn’t already know about him. He mentions signing artists like R3H

Today (July 8th), Anjunadeep announced the launch a new record label : Explorations. After eight years and 25 Explorations EP compilations, it’s time to welcome a new era for Explorations. As a matter of fact, the creation of a whole new label will bring the focus on unearthing the next generation of Anjuna talent, and welcoming a new wave of acts to the roster. The Explorations imprint is an evolution of the much-loved Various Artist EP series of the same name, which spanned 25 editions bet

The OVO and Keinemusik crews are reuniting for a new collaboration that comes with the promise of a long and breezy summer of dance music. Thanks to Keinemusik's hypnotic marathon DJ sets, the techno and house music collective, who were named in EDM.com's list of the best performances of 2023, is one of today's most coveted live electronic acts. Their growing prestige came to a head during a recent show at the Brooklyn Mirage, where they dropped an unreleased collaboration with Drake. Performing

Amnesia and Pyramid Ibiza have become virtually inseparable, intertwining identities and the essence of Ibiza’s revered nightlife since the party’s inception. As the series have entered its 2024 season, Pyramid has reinstated their focus on fostering a community where music remains at the center, and invites all attendees to “appreciate the past, live the present, and dance into the future.” Kicking off on June 9 and running through October 6, 2024, Pyramid has transformed Sundays into a mec

Calvin Harris is back with a brand new collaboration, and this time he’s reuniting with a familiar face – the powerhouse vocalist Ellie Goulding. The Scottish DJ teased the unreleased track during a recent set at Ushuaïa Ibiza, sending the crowd into a frenzy. This marks their fourth collaboration, following the chart-topping hits ‘I Need Your Love’ (2012), ‘Outside’ (2014), and last year’s ‘Miracle.’ Based on the snippet Harris shared, the new track looks like an absolute banger. The pr

Last week, Zeds Dead returned to Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado for their 10th annual two-night show, Deadrocks X. The 10th anniversary was nothing short of iconic, with a lineup featuring Torcha, Mary Droppinz, Levity, VCTRE, and Doctor P on July 2nd and SIREN, Eater, ALLEYCVT, IMANU B2B Nitepunk, and Bou ft. B Live 247 on July 3rd. The boys themselves delivered a two-hour closing set each night, and pulled out all the stops for this year’s milestone event. Read on for a detailed

The massive festival classic, City of Dreams, was released 12 years ago, today. Produced in 2014 by Alesso in collaboration with Melbourne-based DJ, Dirty South, the duo created the track of a lifetime. Joining them in the effort to produce such a remarkable tune is Ruben Haze with passionate vocals. The track stems from the beginning of Alesso’s discography during a period which he dropped one classic after another. The record can be considered one of the progressive EDM classics along the

Out today is Ben Böhmer‘s newest single, ‘Hiding,’ a collaboration with award-winning artist Lykke Li. ‘Hiding’ marks the second single on Böhmer’s upcoming studio album, Bloom, out on September 27 via Ninja Tune.  An effortless combination of indie, pop, and electronica, ‘Hiding’ is flooded with Ben’s lush pads and triumphant melodies, while Lykke Li’s iconic vocals wash over crisp breakbeats. “It’s a song that I’ve always wanted to write” Ben remarks on the new release. The single continue

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Flume and visual artist Jonathan Zawada are deconstructing the idea of "EDM" for their new art exhibit. This month, the Art Gallery of New South Wales is honoring Australia's live music scene by virtue of Volume, a special series that showcases the visual art and music in the region and beyond. Australian artists Genesis Owusu and Tkay Maidza will represent their country while André 3000 and Kim Gordon will bring the sounds of the U.S. to Sydney.  The venture will also feature a special art exhi

We’re back for yet another monthly roundup! June gave us a ton of new music from all the near-infinite corners of the Dance polygon. From highly-requested, sought-after IDs to complete surprises, this month had it all. And for that, we’re waving goodbye in style, looking back at the best of the best of EDM. For all that new music shaping the Dance scene and which we had the pleasure to encounter, we’ve decided to make a little recap highlighting those tunes we can’t get out of our heads. So

The 2024 return of Global Dance Festival promises to look better, sound better and run later than previous events. In less than three weeks, Denver will welcome the return of one Global Dance, one of its biggest and most beloved electronic music festivals. Many years ago, the event took place at Red Rocks until it outgrew the amphitheater's natural space and moved to Empower Field at Mile High. Now, Global Dance Festival's organizers have revealed its new home at Denver's National Western Comple