Dance Music News

Four Tet has returned to the studio with Skrillex, Ellie Goulding, Fred again.. and more for new music on the horizon. The prolific electronic music producer this week shared demos of five unreleased tracks just a matter of months after dropping Three, his 12th studio album. While each preview is brief, fans can still get an idea of what to expect from Four Tet, who is revered for his ability to oscillate between genres with ease. The first of the five has the working title "Eye" and features a

Above & Beyond's Tony McGuinness ensures that even in the land of nod, the beat goes on. In celebration of World Sleep Day, the influential trance music outfit teamed up with Pandora for a special takeover of "Sleep Radio." McGuinness lent his voice to the classic English fairytale Jack and the Beanstalk, bringing a narrative to listeners seeking a retreat from the day's hustle and bustle. Since their transformative sunset yoga set at Burning Man in 2014, Above & Beyond have embarked on

After announcing a momentous headlining tour earlier in the month of June, ALLEYCVT is back with her latest mind-melting track, "IN THE ALLEY." She's added another crowd-pleaser to her growing catalog with "IN THE ALLEY," a track as heavy-hitting as it is anthemic. Her production is relentless from front to back, ebbing and flowing between screeching synths and wobbly, distorted basses. The dubstep banger displays her vast range, painting a vivid, bass-centric soundscape brimming with clever sou

ANOTR have dropped their latest single, "SET IT ON FIRE," on their own No Art label. Serving as a preview of their forthcoming album On a Trip, the track marks the house duo's first to feature their own vocals, a move that signals a bright new creative direction. Diverging from their usual funky, disco-infused house sound, "SET IT ON FIRE" ventures into new territory with a rebellious punk-rock energy. The song carries a powerful, unifying message with its incendiary lyrics. Listen below. ANOTR

Argy is embarking on a groundbreaking voyage into a New World with his latest Afterlife release, which explores uncharted techno territory. Colliding Argy's rhythmic beats with compelling sound design, the new album serves as a declaration of his unique sound. Many of its 14 mesmerizing tracks infuse tribal elements by virtue of distorted vocal chants, juxtaposing the old with the new. Combined with energizing synths, these retrofuturistic sounds provide a glimpse into the Greek producer's signa

There's a moment in every DJ set when the music takes over completely, and with "All Night," Armin van Buuren and John Christian deliver that moment on repeat. Out now via Armada, "All Night" soars with cinematic intensity and anthemic production. The new collaboration is a love letter to those fleeting, transcendent moments on the dancefloor when time seems to dissolve. Every crescendoing drop feels like it's engineered for maximum impact, bottling the feeling of never wanting the night to end.

Meet ARYMÉ, the Moroccan DJ and producer quickly making a name for himself with a unique blend of afro house and melodic techno. ARYMÉ’s journey took a big leap in 2021 when he signed with Deeproot, the label run by DJ Francis Mercier. Ever since he’s been setting the scene on fire with an infectious blend of deep, soulful beats and vibrant rhythms. His music, a blend of Afro, Deep, House and Melodic Techno, has earned him international acclaim and a growing fanbase who flock to his perform

If anyone knows how to infuse uplifting energy into dance music, it's BLOND:ISH and Night Tales. Naturally, their new collaboration oozes good vibes. "Shout It Out" captures the joyful essence of a sun-soaked day, when everything feels effortlessly perfect and the world glows with positivity. Still steaming from her recent releases "Never Walk Alone" and "Different Way," BLOND:ISH continues to ride the wave of a sparkling and ecstatic sound. Her recent releases and sonic direction will culminate

Boombox Cartel has released Proof of Life, a stunning song-cycle that paints a picture of the search for hope in the throes of desolation. Released via his own Monta label, the album is masterstroke of storytelling through electronic music. Exploring the theme of disillusionment, Proof of Life dabbles in the sounds of trap, midtempo, drum & bass, house and more through its 18 tracks, guiding us through the mind of Boombox Cartel, who called it the "biggest emotional rollercoaster" of his lif

Buku peeled back the layers of what made him the artist he is today and shared the sounds straight from his core. Whether he's releasing bass anthems fit for the main stage, or techno suited for a sweaty nightclub as Calvin Stanley, Buku's essence is immediately noticeable. His newest EP, The Unraveled Essence, out now on Of The Trees' Memory Palace, is an introspective journey into the core message and motivations that influence his sound. Buku says the EP isn't just a look at what inspired him

Calvin Harris and Ellie Goulding's latest anthem, "Free," reinforces the fact that some artistic partnerships are simply destined for greatness. Their consistent ability to create chart-topping hits speaks to an innate understanding of dance music's role in human catharsis. That competency reaches crescendo in "Free," where Harris' production expertise and Goulding's gossamer vocals form a perfect alchemy and once again turn emotions into danceable gold.  Much like the duo's prior work, "Free" i

At this stage in their illustrious careers, it's clear that Chris Lake and Disclosure intend more on shredding the envelope of house music than pushing it. That's more clear than ever after today's release of their new collaboration, "in2minds," out now via Astrawerks and Lake's Black Book Records. It's house music stripped to its naked core, then rebuilt with a dark, postmodern edge that cuts through the noise of its formulaic counterparts in the genre. As the track unfolds, it reveals layers o

Deerock and Sammy Adams have joined forces for a new single, "Used To," an ode to lost youth. With lyrics and production that echo a longing for simpler times, "Used To" is a faded Polaroid unearthed from a dusty attic. It's a sonic snapshot of the human experience, a wistful yet cathartic exploration of the bittersweet moments that shape us. Adams' melancholic vocals drape over the track like a favorite sweater—warm and familiar, but a poignant reminder of past connections. His lovesick lyricis

Following a string of viral moments, Disclosure's summery single 'She's Gone, Dance On" has finally hit streaming platforms. The sun-kissed house track, which samples a 1978 song by the late Italian composer Ennio Morricone, first broke online when Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were spotted dancing to it during Dom Dolla's set at Coachella. "She’s Gone, Dance On" is an irresistible summertime hit. Disclosure expertly interpolate the infectious sample throughout the dancefloor-ready track, spicin

Who knew DJ Snake had a dark side? Last month, Excision gathered some of the biggest names in dubstep and bass music for the dazzling 2024 edition of Lost Lands. While its lineups have evolved each year, last month's festival featured the most musically diverse lineup in its history, offering fans many more options outside the bass umbrella.  Before the French superstar took the stage, he teased a new alias set to perform amongst the dinosaurs, The OUTLAW. The posts were cryptic, but he said tha

If you enjoy a good club anthem but also heavy bass, Doctor P's new single, "Nicotine Baby," might be just the song for you. The fresh track is rooted in dubstep, but its producer, one of the genre's most influential, has intentions of going far beyond a singular stylistic classification. "I really wanted to make a crossover between dubstep and hyperpop," Doctor P said in a statement. "KLEO PATRA's vocals really brought the track to life. I had a lot of fun making this one with her." Off the rip

Four Tet Ellie Goulding "In My Dreams" In a world of sonic conformity, "In My Dreams" is a refreshing breath of unconventional brilliance. Released moments ago via Three Six Zero Recordings, the new single is a distorted dreamscape of dance music that's both mesmerizing and unsettling. Goulding's voice, as delicate as ever, plunges us into a dream within a dream. She sings of "just visiting" our dreams, a phantasmic figure gliding through the subconscious. Meanwhile, Four Tet's production adds l

It's out today on his own Text Records label

A mark of greatness in any artist is a signature sound that's instantly recognizable, a tenet Ganja White Night and Tape B know well. Out now via SubCarbon Records, their new collaboration showcases how their unique sounds can seamlessly blend together to create a cohesive, heavy-hitting bass banger. In "Ganja Tape," Ganja White Night's distinctive wobbly sound design pairs perfectly with Tape B's gritty, low-end frequencies. Tape B's signature "Yo Tape B!" vocal entwines with GWN's "Yes, Ganja,

Chrome tears rolling down cyborg cheeks, Gesaffelstein is at his most vulnerable in GAMMA, his first album in five years. The French electronic music icon reinforces himself as a sculptor of emotional resonance, building out monolithic structures carved with dark, glitched-out bass. Yet within these imposing edifices, intricate nuances shimmer and whisper. Gesaffelstein's mastery lies in this equilibrium. If Hyperion was a chrome-plated monument, GAMMA is the demolition, its anguished vocals wri

Ghost In Real Life has released her most defiant single yet, a drum & bass heater called "YCTMWTD (You Can’t Tell Me What To Do)." Out now amid Women's History Month, the track highlights Ghost In Real Life's diverse musical background. The track is a pop-punk-influenced joy ride, forgoing the traditional structure of drum & bass. The halftime-inspired drops are filled with rumbling percussion and winding synths, hypnotizing while an earworm of a vocal ebbs and flows. The recent wave of

Panamanian DJ and producer Gian Varela is back with "Gua Gua," a late-summer dancefloor filler with a Latin twist. Out now via Municipal Recordings, the track is a collaboration with Latin Grammy-winning super-producer Maffio, who has created music for Pitbull, Akon, will.i.am, Nicky Jam, Farruko and many more. Together, their expertise shines through in the production, with each element carefully placed to maximize impact on the dancefloor. The track's four-on-the-floor beat, a relentless heart

This past weekend, tens of thousands of people frolicked and celebrated at Electric Forest in Rothbury, Michigan. At the same time, the Supreme Court repealed Roe v. Wade. For many, it must have been incredibly difficult to capture the full experience of the festival as their rights were being unceremoniously ripped away. Yet the core of our community has always been to uplift, and so, if you were able to separate yourself from the rest of the world for the weekend, you might have found an escap

Returning to Future Classic, Hayden James has dropped his third studio album, We Could Be Love. Spanning 11 tracks, the album is a showcase of the duality of the house music virtuoso. James channels those roots in the underground and branches them out into threads of indie-dance and pop, reinforcing him as one of dance music's most versatile producers. His radiant sound shimmers throughout with production both uplifting and emotive, delivering an irresistibly danceable album. "This album takes m

Imagine a dancefloor drenched in synth-y disco, palpitating to the same beat as your heart. That's exactly where Haywyre transports you in his new single, "Use My Love," a collaboration with Molly Moore. With equally matched skills as a classical musician and DJ, the renowned electronic music producer and keyboardist has been revered for his production and sound design for over a decade, with a Grammy nomination under the belt for his remix of Bazzi's "Young & Alive." Commonly heard in Haywy