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Two of electronic music’s greatest made the most of their time overseas. Illenium and Martin Garrix both played Creamfields in Hong Kong a couple of weeks ago. And over the weekend, both posted that they met up in the studio in Tokyo to work on some music! Martin is seen holding a guitar but other than that, no other information has been released. To no one’s surprise, the internet is all for it. With intense die hard followings for both artists, it’s going to be hard to not get excited

Dimension and Alison Wonderland hold nothing back in their first collaboration, a soaring dance track called "Satellite." "Satellite" is the perfect fusion of both artists, seamlessly intermingling their signature sounds through an arrangement dripping in nostalgia. The intro sees Wonderland step into the spotlight as her airy vocals lead to a bouncy four-on-the-floor sequence. Her catchy songwriting is yet another highlight in a track brimming with matchless talent. She calls out to those feeli

Excision has revealed the lineup for the return of Bass Canyon in 2024. Alongside Excision and the three sets he plays every year, he's enlisted the help of some of the biggest bass music acts in the world. Zeds Dead, Ganja White Night, Ray Volpe, Space Laces and Kill The Noise are all set to throw down at the scenic Gorge Amphitheatre in August. The dubstep superstar has diversified the Bass Canyon lineup further, tapping drum & bass artists like 1991, Kanine and Friction while also booking

The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds every week as artists become more innovative with their compositions. EDM.com's weekly Fresh Picks series is helping uncover the latest and greatest tracks from the underground dance scene. You can find the below tracks on EDM.com's Fresh Picks Playlist. Follow to stay up-to-date and submit tracks for consideration here. EDM.com Fresh Picks Manu Dia - Often Inside Sideluv - No Feelings Jouska - Why'd You Leave Me in the Red Sh

Chinese-American producer and DJ HELANG has officially imparted the penultimate single, “No One,” ahead of her forthcoming Lovers of the Unknown EP. Now streaming on her self-founded record label, Dauntless Recordings, “No One” materializes a direct follow up to her March-released one-off, “Wise Devil.” Having tended decks alongside the likes of Eli Brown, CamelPhat, Joris Voorn, and deadmau5‘s Testpilot alter ego, HELANG aims to capitalize on her snowballing traction with the May 17th release o

When it comes to the world of electronic dance music, collaborations between superstar DJs and producers are always highly anticipated events. These joint efforts often result in massive hits that dominate festival stages and mainstream charts alike. However, some truly memorable collabs have flown under the radar over the years, overshadowed by the constant influx of new music. In this article, we revisit five forgotten EDM collaborations that deserve to be rediscovered and appreciated. Dav

Since its inception in 2019, Peggy Gou‘s Gudu label has established itself as a truly international house for electronic music talent from around the world. The label’s latest release, Gudu & Friends Vol. 2, doubles down on that cosmopolitan ethos, compiling a wildly diverse array of artists from Korea, Italy, the US, and beyond. The compilation is the second installment of Gudu‘s various artists series. It follows last year’s eclectic Gudu & Friends Vol. 1. This new edition sees famili

Armin van Buuren co-founded label Armada Music, based in Amsterdam has set up a new parent company, Armada Music Group as it continues to grow through acquisition. Its latest acquisition is Netherlands-based label and publisher Cloud 9 Music. The new parent company which will encompass Armada’s label, publishing and investments arms. Last year, the label announced the BEAT Music Fund, which it described as the first-ever dance music investment fund and a plan to spend $100 million on catalog acq

Fusion Remixes 02​/​03 by Len Faki Berlin-based renowned techno artist Len Faki has announced the second instalment of his Fusion remix trilogy, out on his label imprint Figure. Nearly a year on from the original LP release, Fusion Remixes 02/03 reminds us of the versatility and musical expansiveness of Len Faki’s latest masterwork. The Berliner has hand-picked his favourite producers, from ANNA to Modeselektor, to reimagine eight originals on the second double 12“ EP of the Fusion Remixe

Ten years ago, the electronic dance music scene was rocked by the release of ‘Tremor’, a monumental collaboration between Martin Garrix and the powerhouse Belgian duo Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike. Released on April 21, 2014, ‘Tremor’ quickly became a festival anthem known for its seismic bassline drops and unforgettable melody, defining the sound of a generation in EDM. First teased during the DJ Mag Top 100 DJ party in Amsterdam in October 2013, ‘Tremor’ captured the attention of the globa

Located on the beachfront with views across the Mediterranean, Playa Soleil is a multi-sensory oasis, designed to nourish mind, body, and soul. Following its debut season in 2023, which saw the immersive beach experience become one of Ibiza’s most talked-about hotspots, Playa Soleil will open its doors for the 2024 season on Friday 26 April. The Grand Opening Party is scheduled on Sunday 28 April, and carefully curated music residencies are set to inspire and energise guests on Ibiza’s sun-drenc

John Graham, known to dance floors as Quivver, makes his debut on Franky Wah’s cutting-edge imprint, SHÈN Recordings.  Still riding high on the wave of his Beatport chart-topping success with his Balance Music Mix compilation, alongside Dave Seaman, Quivver’s two-track release for SHÈN, road-tested on dance floors globally by Wah, is a testament to Quivver’s enduring ability to resonate with the ever-changing landscape of electronic music. Graham, under his moniker Quivver, remains a true le

Etherwood is launching his own label, Stillness Music. After 10 years at Med School and Hospital Records, he thought it was time for something new. Drawing from his third album, In Stillness, Etherwood was inspired by nature, meditation, and mental health. He hopes to bring this same ethos of peace to his new label. “The idea behind Stillness Music is a focus on the more chilled and serene side of drum and bass, creating a space to find calmness and stillness among the chaos of everyday life,” h

Recently spotlighted by DJ Mag as an artist to watch and having graced SiriusXM’s Chill channel, Nico de Andrea continues his impressive run following a standout performance at Miami Music Week alongside Black Coffee. He’s now releasing the deluxe edition of his critically acclaimed debut artist album, “Love Therapy.” This expanded version—available digitally and on high-quality vinyl—deepens the emotional narrative of the original with three new tracks: “Legion,” “Lose Your Love” (featuring

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The tech house juggernaut keeps on rolling: John Summit, the Brooklyn-bred DJ/producer behind a string of massive dancefloor anthems, has unleashed his latest high-octane offering – the appropriately titled “Eat The Bass.” Released via his own Darkroom/Experts Only imprint, the new single sees the EDM superstar and label boss at his gritty, groove-laden best. A true club weapon from the first pulsating kick drum, “Eat The Bass” brings enough power to fuel both the twilight warm-up and 5 a.m. af

Having already impressed with his previous albums ‘Infinity’ and ‘Polyton’, Teho presents us with his most exciting project to date, his third studio album titled ‘Shifting’. The build for this album began all the way back in October 2023 with the release of the single ‘Lyra’ and now the wait is finally over as Teho gives us the 13 track album in its entirety, The album shows Teho‘s growth as an artist, continuously evolving both personally and sonically as a producer. Always one to take us

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Balance Series · Essential Progressive Breaks mixed by Danny Bonnici || Balance Music This week we head to Melbourne with Danny Bonnici with a driving Essential Progressive Breaks Mix. Around the turn of the millennium, Danny Bonnici, as part of Nubreed, was at the forefront of an emerging sound known as progressive breaks—a golden era in electronic music. Celebrating that, he has curated a 2-hour mix featuring tracks from Luke Chable, Nubreed, Sasha, Andy Page, and more for Balance Music

In just two weeks, Mitis’ Unity tour is about to go ham. Not only does his tour finally land in the Lone Star state, but he’s also joining forces with Ham Choi Production, to deliver an unforgettable fusion of music and southern hospitality. Coming to Houston’s 9PM Music Venue on 5/2, Austin’s Concourse Project on 5/3, and Dallas’ The Factory in Deep Ellum on 5/4, be prepared for a Texas- sized celebration that you can’t miss because everything is bigger in Texas.  Established in 2017, Ham C

The Norwegian electronic music star, Kygo, has teamed up with rising British singer-songwriter Zak Abel and legendary producer-guitarist Nile Rodgers in dropping this beautiful new track, ‘For Life’. This track makes everyone who listens to it feel very good about themselves. Also, Modjo‘s classic hit single, ‘Lady’, provides a noticeable influence on the track. In particular, the lyrics in the chorus are, ‘Lately, I just feel like. I can’t get you out of my mind. I feel love for the first time.

Camelphat’s ‘Spiritual Milk’ Round 3 Remix Album Features Massano, Cristoph, and Adana Twins Camelphat has collaborated with an impressive group for remixing their album Spiritual Milk. The remix lineup includes Massano, Cristoph, Adana Twins, Layla Benitez, Arabic Piano, Samm & Ajna, and the Scenarios collective. Released via When Stars Align and under exclusive license to The Nations, CAMELPHAT continues to enchant listeners with their melodic tracks. Among the remixes, Massano del

The most highly anticipated set of Coachella 2024 went down yesterday at the Quasar Stage and it was one for the books. Eric Prydz played b2b with Anyma for several hours. Perhaps the coolest nugget in this set was the dual screens which hosted Eric Prydz HOLO visuals on one side with Anyma humanoids on the other. The set featured the two going track for track, and you can peep the tracklist here. The big moments came after the sun had set and the visuals came out in full force. The duo pre