Dance Music News

Back in 2010 before he had become arguably the biggest electronic music artist in the world, Martin Garrix was working on a song titled ‘Swedish House Mafia Break’ that wouldn’t be finished or released. This may seem like an irrelevant project amidst his incredible discography, but the melody from this project would go onto to be part of one of the most iconic songs ever made, ‘Animals.’ Martin Garrix had a rapid rise to the top following being signed by Spinnin Records in 2012 after they he

After a period of anticipation, the globally adored South African-Swiss DJ and producer, Nora En Pure, has made a triumphant return to the release front with greatly anticipated tour ID Pretoria. This record is a testament to her profound connection to her homeland, capturing the essence of euphoria and positive energy that fans have been patiently waiting for. With playful work, driving basslines, and rhythmic percussion, Pretoria is a versatile masterpiece that is equally fitting for road tri

Melbourne-based producer Selfless has released a captivating new single that seamlessly fuses atmospheric melodies with crushing basslines. “Bleeding Moon” kicks off with a wide, grooving bassline that immediately draws the listener in with its infectious rhythm. Hypnotic harmonies build tension as the track progresses, hinting at the drama about to unfold. The long main theme presents a fresh take on cinematic sound design, with lush synth pads swelling into view. Soft melodic lines cascade ov

Late Night Therapy has recently unveiled his most ambitious and unique track yet, “Altitude.” It promises to take listeners on an emotional rollercoaster. In a recent interview, the artist shared insights into the creative process behind this remarkable piece of music. “Altitude” is a departure from the traditional structure of a DJ set, where transitions between songs create a sense of excitement and reset. Instead, Late Night Therapy has crafted a single track that encapsulates three distinct

The American house music producer Bexxie is back on Insomniac’s sister label IN / ROTATION with her second song, “Gotta Be Real,” which came out June 11th. In “Gotta Be Real,” she pays tribute to her roots by sampling the famous track “Injected With A Poison” by Praga Khan. She describes this record as a key piece of music from her early days as a dancefloor reveler. There are old-school rave stabs, diva-style vocal hooks, disco-calling vox samples, and a well-done breakbeat breakdown in the s

In doing so, she becomes just the ninth artist to release a full body of work on Marcel Fengler's IMF label Continue reading...

The record will be available both digitally and on vinyl from June 28 Continue reading...

Don your Teletubby antennae and dancing shoes because AREA15 is firing up the nostalgia machine with a rave featuring your favorite childhood characters. AREA15, Las Vegas' cutting-edge immersive entertainment destination, is set to open the doors of its mind-bending Portal room by welcoming electronic music fans to a surrealist dance party inspired by the fantastical Tubbyland. Picture a dancefloor set against Tubbyland's serene hills, all under the playful gaze of the Teletubby Sun Baby; it's

If music is a lens into an artist's mind, Zingara's debut album is a portal to her conscious, subconscious and what exists in between. The Code of Dreamz sonically translates a life of peculiar occurrences. "There was a huge tsunami and earthquake that hit Japan…" Zingara tells EDM.com. "It’s one of the biggest in history. The night before it happened—I was a kid and didn’t know how to spell 'tsunami'—I had a dream with the ocean and saw it. I basically lived through it from a woman’s perspectiv

If sitting still was a class requirement, NIIKO X SWAE's Detention EP would land everyone in hot water. The duo's latest release practically demands movement, wholly inspiring an irresistible urge to dance. The collection sees NIIKO X SWAE truly come into their own with uplifting rhythms that carry a spirited sense of urgency and fun. Taking center stage is "My Head," a track that lyrically strikes a rebellious chord. The vocal-heavy arrangement reverberates like a whispered conspiracy, inviting

The four-tracker VA dives into 90s progressive sounds with a hearty nod to club culture Continue reading...

The first release of the regenerated imprint lands next month Continue reading...

Listen to the most flavour-packed tracks we discovered this week. Music makes the world go round. And in that regard, we’re constantly on the lookout for new, exciting tunes to share with our audience. We’ve found some that cause goosebumps, and make you open your eyes and get up from your chair to dance. So put on your best pair of headphones, or turn up your speakers, and enjoy this week’s New Music Friday. Here are our top picks for the best music we came across this week, in no parti

The label mainstay aced his ADID production once again. Great news comes from one of the finest Organic House imprints out there — All Day I Dream. This Friday sees the awaited release of a trio of tracks coming from one of the label’s most consistent producers: DIM KELLY. The Homily EP, as it’s been titled, once again explores the top-notch techniques and sounds of the artist, currently in his fifth year as a producer under the name. Talk about growth! Keeping his pace of an ADID EP a y

We’ve got the next big summer anthem for those after-sunset moments. Right off the back of his recent team-up with Disney star Kylie Cantrall on ‘Unsure‘, superstar Alan Walker is back with the brand-new, surefire summer anthem, ‘Barcelona‘. This number marks his third time joining forces with the ever-talented vocalist Ina Wroldsen, the voice behind tracks such as Steve Aoki’s ‘Lie To Me’, and her own ‘Strongest’, a track later remixed by Alan Walker, and which has earned just shy of two hu

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has abruptly pulled the plug on a Brown Line "Rave Train" event that was set to take place in the Windy City on June 15th. The event's organizer, Redline Chicago, sold out of tickets to what was billed as an "exclusive charter train experience" complete with performing DJs across three multiple cars while traversing the city's downtown stations. Redline Chicago characterized the last-minute cancellation as "shocking" and maintain that they had been in talks wi

Henri Bergmann, a rising producer in the melodic house and techno space, has returned with a new track under her very own Automatik record label. Out now, “Come On” is a joint effort alongside Wennink, who also sang on Henri Bergmann hit singles “Here’s The Fear” and “Higher Dimension.” Now boasting releases on Afterlife, Watergate, and Stil Vor Talent, among others, it’s time for Bergmann’s Automatik imprint to take center stage. “Come On” triumphantly capitalizes on its melodic bassline an

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

Zeds Dead just revealed the highly anticipated lineup for the sold-out Deadrocks X, set to take place July 2 and 3 at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado. The 10th edition of the event will feature Doctor P, VCTRE, Levity, Bou feat. B Live 247, IMANU b2b Nitepunk, Alleycvt, and more. For fans interested in keeping the party going, you won’t want to miss the 4th annual Backyard Jamboree on July 4th at Denver’s Civic Center Park. The Event The Backyard Jamboree promises

Ah, New York nightlife – a labyrinth of dos and don’ts, especially when it comes to your sartorial choices. Forget about just showing up; your outfit is your ticket past the gatekeepers, the omnipotent doormen and bouncers who are all about cultivating that elusive “vibe.” Meet Jonah Almost, the gatekeeper at Silencio and sometimes Inferno, who chatted with NYLON about the quest to weed out the “NPCs” – that’s “non-player characters” for the uninitiated. Apparently, the club scene isn’t just

Franky Wah has been robbed in Ibiza, the English house music star revealed this week. Taking to social media, the DJ said his laptop and bags were robbed on the island. Wah called on his fans and music contemporaries in the area to help him locate his belongings and their captor, offering a reward to anyone who can aid in locating the stolen belongings. "Everything's been taken," he said in his video. "It's got so many irreplaceable items in there. All my music, my laptop, everything." Many of W

Prepare your dancing feet for Eternal Reverie, TOKiMONSTA's upcoming fifth studio album. In addition to the album's reveal, the Grammy-nominated DJ and producer today released a new single, "Switch It." The hip-house track, a collaboration with Cakes da Killa and GAWD, will tide fans over until the album's fall 2024 release under TOKiMONSTA's own Young Art Records banner to align with the label's 10-year anniversary. The album's title is fitting, as TOKiMONSTA's lighthearted yet beautifully comp

This past weekend, one of the biggest music festivals on all of the East Coast returned to New York City’s Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Governors Ball has established themselves as one of the most anticipated weekends of the year for music lovers from all over who travel to town to experience the magic of the festival. Every year, the iconic festival stacks their lineup with unbelievably talented artists over the course of 3 days defining an experience unlike any other. This year was no differe

Following the release of his single, ‘Russian Roulette,’ on June 7th, DJ/producer Porter Robinson has now gifted us with an official lyric video for the track. Featuring screenshots from various social media platforms and websites, the video visually conveys the overall message of the song, touching on the pressure one can feel from modern-day social media culture. ‘Russian Roulette’ is the third single of the producer’s upcoming third album, expected to drop on July 26th. It follows

At a Tape B show, it's not uncommon (in fact, it's expected) to hear some of your favorite hip-hop throwbacks along with current hits, mixed and distorted into a wobbly barrage of bass. The breakout DJ and bass music producer has now revealed his biggest tour to-date, giving fans and strangers alike the chance to experience his unique "old school x new school" style. Along the way of the 16-show tour, which represents its first phase, other rising artists in the trap and dubstep scenes will join