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Breakout singer-songwriter, producer and EDM.com Class of 2024 inductee Kenya Grace is receiving some well-deserved recognition from ASCAP. The leading performance-rights organization will soon award Grace with its prestigious Global Impact Award, which recognizes her meteoric ascent to the upper echelon of electronic music following the release of her 2023 hit "Strangers." After going viral on TikTok, the track effectively redefined liquid drum & bass for a new generation of dance music ent

No amount of Häagen-Dazs can cure a broken heart, but if there's anyone to prove its resiliency, it's Kenya Grace and her new project, The After Taste. Written, produced and performed entirely by Grace, the record is a rare concoction that reinforces the EDM.com Class of 2024 star as one of the scene's most formidable songwriters. Pangs of euphoric rave bliss mingle with introspective whispers and brooding alt angst, all unified by irresistible pop hooks that cut deep like emotional shrapnel. A

The residency is set to run from May until October Continue reading...

KERRI CHANDLER is back at Chinois Ibiza with his ‘KAOZ Theory: IBIZA’ residency, this time for eleven Thursday nights 31st July – 9th October. The New Jersey legend’s return is universally welcomed, especially with the calibre of guest DJs he brings with him.   ‘Ibiza! I can’t wait to bring ‘KAOZ Theory: IBIZA’ to Chinois this summer, joined by musical friends and family. Hope to see you there. With Love, Respect and Admiration. Kerri’ His ethos this year of celebrating the old school vibes

KERRI CHANDLER presents KAOZ THEORY at Club Chinois, for six Thursdays from May – October. A Club Chinois debut residency for the New Jersey legend together with his special guest DJs. ‘Ibiza! I can’t wait to bring Kaoz Theory to Club Chinois this summer. I have curated six nights, where I’ll be joined by musical friends and family – each one bringing their unique sound. Hope to see you there. With Love, Respect and Admiration. Kerri’ So many reasons to visit Club Chinois – ancient Asian opu

The giveaway celebrates what would have been his father’s 73rd birthday Continue reading...

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), the giant behind the world-renowned soft drink, has announced a significant acquisition for its portfolio. The company has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in GHOST, a popular energy drink brand, for approximately $990 million. Founded in 2016 by Dan Lourenco and Ryan Hughes, GHOST has experienced rapid growth in recent years. And far from being just a store product, recently GHOST has also been the energy drink of choice at several Insomniac fest

In an age of division, international recording artist Kēvens has crafted a resonant anthem of unity: “Sweet Lady Liberty”. Released in 2018, this stirring composition paints a compelling picture of a country built on the principles of liberty and equality. However, Kēvens’ message dives deeper. It reminds us of our collective responsibility to cherish these ideals and the power each of us holds to drive societal change. As a former DJ from Miami, Kēven’s journey led him to the groundbr

Kevin De Vries, a force in the Melodic Techno scene, has dropped a new release — the Saga EP. This time, he collaborates with rising act Y do I, crafting a three-track journey full of emotion, energy, and the unmistakable Afterlife sound. Together, they create an EP that strikes a perfect balance between light and dark, making it a must-listen. A Dynamic Collaboration Kevin De Vries, a key figure at Afterlife, teams up with Y do I, an exciting newcomer in the Techno world. Their combined

Kevin de Vries teams up with Bigfett and vocalist Frýnn for ‘Crashing Down’, a new single released on April 18, 2025, via Ame Records. This track showcases de Vries’ signature melodic techno sound, blending emotive vocals with driving rhythms to create a compelling dancefloor experience. ‘Crashing Down’ opens with floating vocal layers that evolve into a hypnotic build, anchored by deep bass and precise percussion. The drop lands with impact, balancing melodic lift and rhythmic force—perfect

Just ahead of Afterlife’s event in Milan, planned for tomorrow, Tale Of Us’s imprint is spicing things up with a new imprint. Long-time Afterlife artist Kevin De Vries has teamed up with the Y do I duo for Saga EP. The three-track EP includes Parts Of Me and Arrakeen as well as the EP title track. The new EP combines emotionally charged moments with pulsating basslines and high-energy harmonies. Tapping into the juxtaposition of light and dark, the EP exemplifies the Afterlife sound, cultivatin

Internationally acclaimed Kevin de Vries has joined forces with Italian DJ/producer SLVR for a monumental collaboration on their latest single ‘Life’, released on Tomorrowland Music. Featuring the ethereal vocals of rising star Stella von Lingen, ‘Life’ is a genre-bending melodic weapon designed for peak-time dancefloors. The track fuses Kevin de Vries’ signature emotional intensity with SLVR’s percussive finesse, building towards a powerful, cinematic drop that delivers pure sonic adrenali

The French natural DJ and Producer Kevin Krissen took the Asian EDM scene by storm. Creating and experimenting with music since a young age, Kevin is incredibly gifted and is certainly one of the biggest artists based in Vietnam at the moment. Amassing over half a million streams on Spotify only, Kevin is regularly bringing fresh songs to his audience. With a strong-rooted musical talent and a vibrant love for festival-ready songs Kevin often receives support from DJs all around the globe, prov

Tame Impala frontman Kevin Parker gave clubbers a surprise while DJing at Barcelona’s famous Nitsa Club on Saturday, as he debuted a song from what is believed to be the group’s first new album in five years. Footage shared on social media shows the psychedelic rock visionary pausing his set to ask the crowd: “You want to hear a new Tame Impala song? You’re going to be the first ones to hear it, you realize? There’s no going back from this point on.” With full, thumping kick drums, hazy, atmos

It marks the “first original” e-Dancer release since 1998’s ‘Heavenly’ Continue reading...

In 1998 Kevin Saunderson’s e-Dancer released Heavenly, the definitive Detroit techno album. Now, Kevin Saunderson, in collaboration with his son Dantiez, has created the first original e-Dancer album in over 25 years. e-Dancer is groove-fuelled, underground techno straight from the heart of Detroit.  e-Dancer’s evolution into a father-son project was unveiled in October 2024 with the release of debut single, Melodica. Now, Emotions, lays down the next glimpse of the album with deep, hypnotic

"This is about me, the pioneer, passing the torch to carry the legacy," says Detroit techno originator Kevin Saunderson Continue reading...

Powerhouse DJ/Producer Kevin Timmer is set to release his much anticipated single, “Moonlight.”  Moving in an all-instrumental direction, the energy in the track is far from lost. Timmer exuberates non-stop creative chemistry spearheading the record with an energizing blend of techno. Uplifting beats and breaks move listeners throughout the track, emitting almost 80’s nostalgia vibes. Timmer has demonstrated consistency in connecting with his audience and executing vibrant and unique records

Amid their new IN:TENSION album, a collab with Ciara, and coinciding tour, DJ LIFE caught up with Keys N Krates to get the inside scoop.  Keys N Krates have built a venerable reputation as one of the leading live electronic acts today. On the strength of its onstage instrumentation, energetic sets, and string of hits [...] The post Keys N Krates: Making ‘IN:TENSION’ appeared first on DJ Life Magazine.

The record is the tenth release on her imprint slash, embodying her Continue reading...

Did you know that KI/KI will be taking over the Gashouder tonight with an epic five-hour set as part of ADE? Hosted by Awakenings and powered by Jägermeister, this marathon runs from 00:00 to 05:00, and the audience can expect an unforgettable performance. KI/KI, an Amsterdam-based DJ, has quickly risen as a leading figure in the techno and rave scenes. Starting out as a resident at the renowned Spielraum in 2018, she has since performed at legendary venues like Bassiani and Boiler Room. Her mus

Mixmag and Burn Energy will be heading to Poland in October, exploring Warsaw's flourishing club community and showcasing the sounds of KI/KI, Sept, Hekato and Ola Teks Continue reading...

The artist's set came to an abrupt end after he was injured attempting to leap from the stage at the Sahara Tent on Sunday Continue reading...

The injury, which was the result of an attempt to jump off the stage during his set, is "much more serious" than had originally been reported Continue reading...

The track is taken from his forthcoming album, set for release this summer Continue reading...