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Balance Series · Balance Selections 317: Praveen Achary Praveen Achary stands out in the progressive house music landscape, not just for his captivating DJ sets that span the globe but also as the juice inside the respected label Juicebox Music. Since launching in 2013, the label has been a launchpad for both emerging and established artists, fostering a rich community around its distinct sound. Achary’s own musical contributions have earned him spots on heavyweight international record l

With Ultra's 25th anniversary and the return of Winter Music Conference on the horizon, Miami Music Week is about to reach new heights in 2025. And at the heart of it all is The Clevelander, a Miami Beach staple set to host a weeklong celebration of electronic dance music. Known for its lively ambiance and prime location, the iconic Art Deco hotel is joining forces with EDM.com along with 1001Tracklists and a number of other influential outlets to bring a cant-miss party experience to the Magic

Electronic music artist Deathpact is facing serious allegations following a recent meet-and-greet session where a fan accused the artist of inappropriate conduct. The incident has ignited widespread discussions within EDM community, with fans expressing a mix of outrage, disappointment, and calls for accountability. The controversy began after Reydn Thammavongsa, the boyfriend of the victim, posted on Facebook describing an alarming interaction that allegedly occurred after Deathpact’s recen

Chicago-based DJ and Producer BARKER returns with his latest Bass House release, ‘Like That’, out now via Putyouon Music Group. Known for his groove-heavy productions and dynamic approach to sound design, BARKER continues to build on his momentum, delivering a track that blends infectious rhythms with sharp, club-ready energy.  Throughout his journey, BARKER has continued to work at carving out a sonic identity that will set him apart within the genre and capture the attention of global Electron

Mondingo, the Belgium-based Producer, Songwriter, and Live Electronic Artist, unveils the next chapter of his musical journey with his latest single, ‘Underwater,’ released via his MOODSHINE Records. As anticipation builds for his forthcoming album, ‘Island,’ this release offers a glimpse into the evolving sound and artistic vision that will define both his debut record and his path as Mondingo. With its deep groove and rich melodies, the track is an immersive experience: a sonic adventure poise

Know Good have dropped a new single, "Bag," a track built for those who like their nights long and wallets empty. With a brooding yet heavy-hitting sound that defies genre categorization, the surging electronic music duo has made quite an impression since joining forces in 2020. They're now gearing up for their debut at one of the nation's most coveted live music venues, Colorado's Red Rocks Amphitheatre, as well as a performance at GRiZ's inaugural Seven Stars Music Festival. In "Bag," Know Goo

Eli & Fur, renowned for their captivating sound, join forces with YOTTO, the visionary behind Odd One Out label, for an exciting debut collaboration on ‘Somebody To Love’. This highly anticipated track is now available on Odd One Out Records. It delivers an unforgettable musical experience that you won’t want to miss! This beautiful track blessed our ears for the first time ever at Anjunadeep Seattle B2B set of Eli and YOTTO last summer. The crowd’s reaction was ecstatic under the

Tiësto has journeyed through many different genres over the years with one of the eras that fans look back on most fondly being the days of trance Tiësto. Now fans have been given hope of a return to trance from the legendary Dutch DJ as he has announced that he will be performing an ‘In Search of Sunrise’ set at EDC Las Vegas. ‘In Search of Sunrise’ first appeared in 1999 as a compilation CD of the best trance tracks, mixed by Tiësto, and released on SongBird which was a subdivision of Black Ho

Berlin police have opened an investigation into an allegation of sexual assault at Berghain, the city's world-renowned nightclub, after an attendee reported being raped during a late-night event earlier this month. The incident allegedly occurred on Sunday, March 2nd, during one of Berghain’s famed "Klubnacht" parties, according to reporting by Berliner Zeitung. The assault is said to have taken place in the restrooms of Panorama Bar, one of the club's two main dancefloors. The case came to publ

Martin Garrix is breaking new ground with "Angels For Each Other," a collaboration with Indian singer-songwriter Arijit Singh in which he sings on his own track for the first time. Out now via his own STMPD RCRDS imprint, the track blends English and Hindi, melding diverse musical influences and offering a unique fusion of Garrix's signature sound and Singh's soulful Indian melodies. "Angels For Each Other" is also the first-ever English language showcase for Singh, the world's most followed art

Music promotion platform Collabhouse have unveiled their eagerly anticipated new ‘Campaigns’ feature. The online marketplace tool allows music makers to connect directly with content creators for bespoke music promo campaigns across social media channels including TikTok and Instagram. For their part, content creators stand to reap the benefits of a new stream of revenue and easy access to the pre-cleared international music industry with high quality music in every genre. The rise of social med

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In a move that surprises exactly no one familiar with Richard D. James' eclectic universe, the electronic music pioneer better known as Aphex Twin has unleashed a characteristically unconventional offering: a massive selection of 191 tracks for streetwear giant Supreme. Titled with quintessential Aphex understatement as "Aphex Twin: [mostly mellow]," the collection represents a rare glimpse into the listening habits of electronic music's most enigmatic figure. From Brian Eno's ambient exploratio

Berlin’s top club, Berghain, recently encountered a predicament that led to the Berlin police launching an investigation. One of the club’s attendees claimed to have been sexually assaulted in the club earlier this month on March 12th. The attendee was allegedly raped in the toilets near the Panorama Bar. A Reddit post described the incident and the offender. The user has informed us they have had help to uncover the individual’s Instagram name and phone number, as well as, the police have b

In a scene obsessed with faceless DJs, Richard Finger has found the ultimate loophole: they're just a finger. The mystery of Richard Finger is one of the strangest—and most entertaining—storylines to emerge in electronic music so far in 2025. If you spend enough time scrolling through dubstep discourse on X, you've probably stumbled across this quirky saga recently. If not, all you need to know is that somewhere, somehow, a sentient finger managed to strong-arm its way into a live performance de

Swiss melodic techno pioneers Adriatique and Belgian rising star Samm have joined forces for their long-awaited collaboration. ‘Back To Life’ is out now on X Recordings. melodic techno pioneers Adriatique and Belgian rising star Samm have joined forces for their long-awaited collaboration. ‘Back To Life’ is out now on X Recordings. The track features deep, sultry production with evocative synth lines, intricate percussion, and a commanding vocal. ‘Back To Life’ effortlessly merges Adriatiqu

ACRAZE drops his new single ‘Rock My World,‘ a tech house hit infused with the rich, R&B-inflected vocals of Miami artist Puku. The highly anticipated track arrives the same day as ACRAZE’s hometown headliner at The Vanguard in Orlando, FL, and ahead of a series of club dates and festival appearances. After an ethereal intro, ‘Rock My World’ instantly transcends listeners onto a turbo-charged dancefloor with dominating basslines and laser-like tones that drive the track forward. Showcas

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Eric Prydz fans, pinch yourselves to believe, or slap yourselves if you still don’t! The unthinkable has happened! Eric Prydz’ has finally dropped ‘Call on Me’ after 21 years! The 2004 international hit catapulted Eric to the path of initial global superstardom. It has been completely abandoned by the Swedish dance music titan for more than two decades, till 03/15/2025 at The Concourse Project. Eric Prydz dropping ‘Call on Me’ at The Concourse Project, Austin, Texas The ’20 Years of Pry

Netsky and Andromedik, two of the best Drum & Bass DJs and producers in the world, work together for the first time on their exciting new song “Out of Body,” which is out now on Helix Records. Together, they’ve made a high-energy, melodic gem that will be played on dance floors all over the world. “Out of Body” is an addicting, high-octane track with emotional vocals, strong peaks, and a huge drop that strikes the perfect balance between melody and energy. The catchy beat and intense feel-g

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Let us introduce you to Mono Black. He grew up listening to Flux Pavilion, Modestep, and Skrillex, before changing lanes to hip-hop for a while. This scene is where he really learned the ropes and got into producing, sampling from random €1 vinyls and picking out tunes in his favourite record shops. And when you discover he’s from Antwerp, a city with a vibrant underground scene full of undiscovered gems, things will start to click.  Mono Black makes music for the underground, for the people

Adriatique and Samm (our interview), two rising stars from Belgium and Switzerland who are known for their lyrical techno, have finally worked together on a song called “Back To Life,” which is now available on X Recordings. “Back To Life” is a deep, sultry production with evocative synth lines, complex percussion, and a commanding voice. It combines Adriatique‘s signature melodic sound with Samm’s warm, feel-good mix of melodic house, Afro house, and soul. The track features captivating singin

The duo of Tobias and Samuel otherwise known as NOTD started off the year with a big track named ‘Another Life‘. Now they are back with a brand new EP called ‘Digital Notes‘ featuring 5 completely new tracks on top of their earlier release of ‘Another Life’. The EP features a handful of collaborations from talented artists such as Mercer Henderson, INJI and Maia Wright and more. The EP features songs with uplifting melodies that almost provides an immersive video game-like experience. Take a lis

In the early days of Martin Garrix’s music he stuck to making Big Room House where he produced some huge tracks like ‘Tremor’ and ‘Animals.’ When 2015 came around he started to really diversify his sound entering into the realms of progressive house and pop which is a journey that began with his fantastic collaboration with Usher, ‘Don’t Look Down.’ This collaboration wasn’t planned and came around purely by chance when Garrix sent a demo of the track to his manager who happened to have the king