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After raising the bar with its latest and most memorable season, Pacha ICONS makes a much anticipated return with none other than world renowned techno legend, Carl Cox playing Playa Pacha, FIVE LUXE (Dubai) on 17 October 2025.   Playa Pacha at FIVE LUXE is now a world renowned and striking beachfront destination located in the vibrant  and iconic neighbourhood of JBR. With a unique twist of magical Ibizan charm, it  has become the region’s go-to destination for music lovers who want a high-thr

There are artists who dabble in different genres, going off-piste with different vibes and flavours every once in a blue moon, and then there is SALO: a singer, songwriter, pianist and producer living in multi-genre, crème de la crème, sweet-spot world of drum & bass, soul and jazz. And yes, it is as delicious as it sounds, but wait, there’s more… The mancunian vocalist and resident Bloc2Bloc DJ – known for her work with the likes of Chimpo, GLXY and Sustance – is creating interchangeabl

RÜFÜS DU SOL ‘s  Inhale / Exhale returns in a new form with Inhale / Exhale Remixed, as the Grammy-winning trio invite a global group of underground selectors to reinterpret their 2024 album. Known for balancing festival-scale emotion with late-night intimacy, the band hands over the keys to their world— resulting in a sprawling 15-track remix collection. Released via Rose Avenue / Reprise Records, the album sees the Sydney-born, LA-based band tapping into their roots. While we also see them

Zeds Dead’s Deadbeats has shared the full lineup for its annual Backyard Jamboree in Denver. The day after the powerhouse bass duo makes its return to Red Rocks for “Deadrocks XI,” producers Dylan Mamid (aka DC) and Zachary Rapp-Rovan (aka Hooks) will stick around in Denver for the single-day festival in Civic Center Park on July 4. Hosted by their influential bass label, this year’s Deadbeats Backyard Jamboree will feature a traditional headline set from the label bosses, with support from to

Imagine this: you’re at your favorite music festival, the energy is electrifying, and you want to capture every heart-thumping beat, every stunning light show, every unforgettable moment. Or maybe you’re a DJ, seeking to document your journey and share your passion for music with the world. Perhaps you’re just a tech aficionado, always on the lookout for the latest and greatest gadgets. Whichever category you fall into, the GoPro Hero 12 Black, currently on sale for just $300, is your ticket to

Manchester’s foundational Sankeys nightclub is teasing a comeback in its home city. The Sankeys brand, which has lived on as a promoter and party series in the eight years since its flagship nightclub in the city’s Ancoats district closed, hinted at a return to Manchester in a post on Instagram yesterday. “Hello Manchester… it’s been a while,” the company wrote, alongside a black and white image of its former space at Beehive Mill, the former cotton mill and soap factory that housed the venue

Damian Lazarus’ famous Day Zero jungle party is heading to Brazil in 2026. After 11 years of transcendental beats in the jungles of Tulum, the long-running destination event will debut on Brazil’s northern coast in São Miguel dos Milagres on January 3, 2026.  Lineups and additional details will be unveiled in the coming months, with the trailblazing Crosstown Rebels boss set to curate another sunset-to-sunrise showing from DJ tastemakers and unique live acts on the fringes of modern house and

It may be the beginning of Summer but we’re already looking forward to Fall, when music lovers from around the world should mark their calendars for one special date – the return of Atmosphere by Tomorrowland. This year, the anticipation is higher than ever. After a long wait, the event is back on Friday, November 14, at Antwerp Expo, and it promises to be a night of unforgettable music, awe-inspiring performances, and high-energy crowd interactions. Tomorrowland Atmosphere isn’t just a conc

London-based four-piece Le Bon Jams return with their highly anticipated debut EP, ‘109%’, due for release on Friday 20th June via [PIAS] Électronique.   Following a breakout year that saw praise from tastemakers like Arielle Free, Jess Iszatt (BBC Radio 1), Mark Knight, TSHA, and Don Diablo, Le Bon Jams turn up the heat with their debut EP ‘109%’. Bursting with disco-tinged house, uplifting pop hooks and an electric French-touch vibe, the four-track release blends nostalgic warmth with a mode

Fresh off a run of gigs in Brighton and Ibiza, Stirling returns to Canada feeling more inspired than ever. With a powerful story of persistence, passion, and purpose, he sat down with us to talk about his journey from discovering vinyl in a friend’s living room to playing internationally and building serious momentum with his productions. Let’s get into it… Hey DJ Stirling, thanks for taking the time to chat with us today! To kick things off, where in the world are you right now? “Yes, cert

Audiovisual Artist and EDM magnate Eric Prydz began his Summer residency at the new hyperclub UNVRS in sunny Ibiza. The ‘Opus’ author brought out the big guns to debut his reimagining and revamping of his 2019 Holosphere show. “Holosphere 2.0” will blow your mind every Monday this summer, featuring cutting-edge technology and incredible visuals. Lucky for you, we got a couple of videos to share the level of entertainment Prydz’ production has to offer. UNVRS Brought to Ibiza by

Marking a bold new chapter in their enduring legacy, Café del Mar sets to release its first-ever artist-led album ‘Journey Within’ crafted by electronic heavyweights Pig&Dan. Released on June 13th, 2025, the album represents an exciting genre shift for both artist and label, fusing Pig&Dan’s signature techno-edged soundtrack with the icon, laid-back, immersive ethos of Café del Mar’s chillout heritage.   Globally recognised for defining the chillout and Balearic sound, Café del Mar is

BIIA drops her second self-released single of 2025, “Daisy Chain” – a raw, euphoric cut lifted from her upcoming EP Human Skin. Daisy Chain is a striking evolution of BIIA’s signature sound – an emotionally charged, high-impact track that fuses nostalgia with intensity, and vulnerability with power. Marking her second release of her upcoming EP, the track continues to cement BIIA’s status within the underground electronic scene. Over the past year, BIIA has carved out her space as one of the

On the night of May 30, 2025, the island of Ibiza shifted on its axis as a UNVRS within a universe officially opened its doors on the White Isle. A UFO sculpture crashed through the front gates of [UNVRS], thousands of clubbers followed in its cosmic trail, and a new landmark in global nightlife was born. There have been countless opening nights in Ibiza’s storied history—but none quite like this. From Concept to Cosmos: A New Vision from The Night League The idea behind [UNVRS] wasn’t j

It’s already time to begin planning for EDC Las Vegas 2026, as today, Insomniac dropped official dates and details for the return of Hotel EDC next year. The powerhouse festival promoter will again team up with music-led destination experience company Vibee to offer the exclusive resort-stay experience during the week of its sold-out flagship Electric Daisy Carnival event, which returns to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway from May 15-17, 2026. After debuting at the off-strip resort last month, Hot

Adventure Club is turning back the clock to melodic dubstep’s heyday with a special throwback tour for fall 2025. After teasing the run on social media over the past week, the Montreal duo—whose cinematic remixes and original bass productions helped define the surging genre in the first half of the 2010s—announced today that a long-awaited “Adventure Club Throwback Tour” will kick off in Houston on August 8. Quelling high demand across North America, members Leighton James and Christian Srigle

Fans around the world can tune into live coverage of the Vans Warped Tour next weekend. With the iconic punk-rock festival back for a special 30th anniversary tour this summer, Vans Warped Tour has announced that its sold-out stop at the RFK Festival Grounds in Washington, D.C., on June 14-15 will be broadcast live via Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Music’s Twitch channel, running from 5PM to 2AM local time on both dates. The lineup for this year’s historic tour opener in D.C. features more tha

Making another surprise move into uncharted dance territories, world renowned Grammy Award-winning artist David Guetta has remixed one of this year’s most acclaimed club tunes ‘A Gira‘ by up-and-coming Brazilian artist unfazed. It’s a record that already breathed strong Brazilian vibes in its original guise, featuring warm percussion and feverish, sun-drenched vocals. Now, the French maestro reworked this early 2025 anthem with some powerful hooks, providing the initial afro house and Latin atmo

Kölsch and CamelPhat have officially released their long-awaited collaboration, ‘Waste My Time’, available now via Kölsch’s own label, IPSO. Initially teased during their electrifying back-to-back set at Pacha Ibiza last summer, ‘Waste My Time’ quickly became a fan favorite. The track masterfully blends Kölsch’s cinematic depth with CamelPhat’s festival-ready energy, resulting in a hypnotic groove that resonates on dancefloors worldwide. Accompanying the release is a nostalgic, AI-genera

Few artists today navigate the worlds of commercial dance and underground techno with as much style and intention as Oliver Heldens. With his chart-topping productions and a darker alias HI-LO making waves in the global techno circuit, the Dutch producer continues to push musical boundaries — and connect with fans in the most unexpected ways. Fresh off a vibrant tour through South America and moments before taking over the decks at Cologne’s legendary Bootshaus, Heldens sat down with us for

The infamous Fyre Festival brand, associated with the disastrous 2017 event, is attempting another comeback, this time as a week-long “experience” in the Caribbean. Announced on June 2nd via an Instagram collaboration between the official Fyre account and its founder, the convicted fraudster Billy McFarland, the new venture is dubbed the “Fyre Coral View Pop-Up.“ Scheduled to take place from September 3rd to 10th on Utila, one of Honduras’ Bay Islands, the event is being marketed as a g

Brazilian DJ and producer Vintage Culture is teaming up with Von Dutch Loves, the bold new label from the iconic Von Dutch brand, for their first ever artist collaboration with a limited edition capsule collection. Known for its fearless designs and connection to music, nightlife and rule breaking creativity, Von Dutch Loves finds a perfect partner in Vintage Culture, whose genre defying sound and global influence embody the spirit of nightlife and creative rebellion. The highly anticipated

ULTRA Europe has officially unveiled the 2025 edition of Destination ULTRA, introducing new locations and a refreshed format across Croatia’s coastline and islands. The seven-day event will take place from July 11 to 17. It will blend festival experiences with island travel, scenic venues, and a diverse selection of artists representing the spectrum of electronic music. The week kicks off in Split, where ULTRA Europe returns to Park Mladeži from July 11–13. The lineup includes some of the sc

Get ready to dive deep into the cosmos of sound as EDMTunes sits down with one of the most explosive names in today’s techno scene, Space 92! Known for his searing basslines, relentless energy, and chart-topping releases that have dominated dancefloors worldwide, the French producer has carved out a unique and powerful niche. We recently had the incredible opportunity to connect with the maestro himself to discuss his meteoric rise, creative process, and what aural asteroids he has in store for

After making a powerful statement with her first single “When She Was Your Soldier” from the upcoming debut album “Forever Fighting” (out August 8), 23-year-old dance artist LUNAX now showcases a lighter, more carefree side with her new single “Summer Nights” (feat. myne) – just in time for summer and ready to take over playlists and dance floors. “Summer Nights” is an infectious dance-pop anthem that combines LUNAX’s driving festival beats with catchy pop melodies. The song captures the ess