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Grimes has issued an apology after "technical issues" interrupted her DJ set at Coachella. Fans watching Coachella's livestream over the weekend could hear her shrieking in frustration at times as she performed on the festival's iconic Sahara stage on Saturday night. She ultimately addressed the situation in a post on X. "I want to apologize for the technical issues with the show tonight," Grimes said. "I wanted to come back rly strong and usually I always handle every aspect of my show myself -

If you haven’t seen yet, Grimes had quite the performance at Coachella. She experienced extreme technical difficulties when her mixer did not work as intended. It appears Grimes was trying to use the Sync button on the DJ controller. This button was not working, however. This is easily the worst nightmare for any performer. Having it happen at Coachella in front of thousands and for millions to see online, is probably the worst thing that can happen. Her struggle mixing songs led to many awk

Kaleena Zanders has unveiled "SAVE ME," a collaborative masterpiece featuring the London-based vocal group House Gospel Choir. With its invigorating melody and soul-stirring lyrics, "SAVE ME," which arrives three years in the making, promises to leave you feeling rejuvenated and uplifted. Complemented by uplifting synths, its deep and infectious house beat serves as a captivating backdrop for the soulful vocals of Zanders and House Gospel Choir, which take center stage in the enchanting track. P

Returning to the scenic Mulberry Mountain with a bang in 2024, the organizers of Backwoods Music Festival have announced its biggest lineup to-date. Scheduled for June 6-9 in Ozark, Arkansas, this year's fest marks Backwoods' 16-year anniversary. With more than 100 acts spread across four stages, festival-goers can expect a diverse array of musical talent across the genre spectrum. The lineup is impressive, featuring headliners ILLENIUM, Jai Wolf, STS9 and a "new live experience" from renowned e

IMS (International Music Summit) Ibiza will recognise the outstanding achievements and contributions of the Elrow & The Arnau Family who are today announced as the recipient of the annual IMS Legends Award 2024 as part of this year’s Beatport Awards.  The Arnau Family will be presented the award by IMS co-founder and BBC Radio 1 broadcaster Pete Tong at the landmark event celebrating excellence in electronic music production and DJ culture that takes on Wednesday, April 24 at House of WO

Eli Brown has brought a visceral energy to club sonics ever since his emergence on the scene in 2016. Coming up in Bristol’s famed dance community, Brown’s production style captures the raw atmospherics of his homeland’s icons. His innovative approach to club sounds roots itself in the sinister; placing the listener in the darkest sonic recesses before throwing them onto the dancefloor at breakneck speed. This sound has helped him rise to prominence, rapidly gaining support from the likes of Car

In 2023 over 6 million young people ages 18 – 34 across the UK attended festivals, watching their fave artists, live acts, and DJs, in their favourite fields and venue spaces. But – that same massive number didn’t vote in the last election. They didn’t show up to make their voice heard and their vote count. There is a shocking set of statistics that show the youth are increasingly disengaged with politics, feeling like they can’t make a difference. Most people under 34 are more likely to hea

19MIL’s latest single, “All You Do,” is a vibrant and empowering track that showcases her shameless and bold personality. The song is inspired by a less-than-ideal date experience, which 19MIL describes with a touch of humor: “He utilized all his time the entire date criticizing every aspect of me and my personality. By the end of the date, I was exhausted from not only listening to him but acting like I even mildly cared what HE thought of ME.” With “All You Do,” 19MIL turns this negative e

Dutch artist Alex O’Rion’s new album Nostalgia blends different music styles, combining grooves, organic elements, and progressive sounds for a soulful journey with a playful nod to earlier electronic music. Globally respected for his uplifting releases on labels spanning from Guy J’s Lost & Found to Hernan Cattaneo’s SUDBEAT, Alex has also shared his music through Anjunadeep, Meanwhile, Movement, and has been featured on compilations by iconic brands like Global Underground. This al

Spotify Will Be Raising The Price Of Its Monthly Subscription By Around $1.00 In The US And £1.00 In The UK For the second time within a one-year period, Spotify will be increasing premium membership subscription prices. Last summer marked the first time in 10 years since the app hiked the price of its premium plan. Previously, the premium plan cost £9.99 per month in the UK. However, it was raised to £10.99 per month. In the US, the premium subscription plan increased from $10 to $11 monthl

SHM Shares Sebastian Ingrosso Photo Post Tagging Alicia Keys on Facebook… On Friday Sebastian Ingrosso of Swedish House Mafia shared a photo of Alicia Keys on social media, possibly hinting at a collaborative track release sometime soon. While nothing is yet certain, fans are speculating that it could be an official release of the collaborative cover track Finally, which Swedish House Mafia has played multiple times at major festivals over the last few years. First debuting in San

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The Sahara Tent was the place to be on Saturday night at Coachella. Aussie DJ/producer Dom Dolla brought his A-game for a headlining set that nobody in attendance will soon forget. As Dolla kicked things off by unleashing his hotly anticipated unreleased track “GIRLS” on the festival crowd, you could feel the electric anticipation in the air. But it wasn’t just any crowd – the viewers went next-level as megawatt stars Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and Ice Spice danced feverishly in the front row.

Cyazon continues to make his mark on the landscape of Electronic Music, delivering productions that continually serve as proof of his impressive talents and unique creativity. Known for a sound that blends across genres, including Dubstep, Drum & Bass, and Midtempo, Cyazon’s production catalogue is becoming increasingly detailed with high-quality tracks and high-energy collaborations with other gifted Artists. So, today we’re looking forward to being joined in conversation with Cyazon to tal

Musée d’Orsay, Paris, France last month invited electronic musician and digital artist Agoria to perform celebrating the premiere of Le Code d’Orsay – a first for the institution and now as our Mix of the Week. A fresh fusion of art, technology, and science, Agoria’s commission and performance represented a groundbreaking journey into the digital sphere. Musée d’Orsay’s recent focus on the connection between the emergence of experimental art and its collections resulted in a rare invitation to

The talented Producer Clan Brude continues to lead an exciting musical journey, so today we’re looking forward to being joined by him to discuss his highlights so far, diving into the standout moments of his career. As we learn about his initial interest in pursuing his passion for Electronic Music and gain an insight into his musical background, we discover more about his determination and ambition when it comes to establishing a reputation within the genre today. So, join us as we present this

In this exclusive interview, the Producer and DJ Avi Sic joins us to discuss her recent single, ‘Dancing With My Boyz’; a high-energy Tech House production, detailed with pounding beats, potent basslines, and infectious rhythms, the track no doubt impressed, climbing high on the list of fan favourites for the Producer. So, today we’re looking forward to learning more about the process, technical elements, and the influences behind the track, gaining an insight into Avi Sic’s approach when it com

Twelve years ago, the electronic dance music scene was set ablaze with the release of ‘Kontiki’, a collaboration between Hardwell and the then-rising star Dannic. Released in early 2012, ‘Kontiki’ quickly made waves, landing high on the Miami Buzz Chart and garnering significant attention with a teaser that amassed over 2 million views. ‘Kontiki’ is the epitome of a big room anthem, characterized by its energetic stabs, commanding lead theme, and robust basslines. The track is further elevat

Fresh from the release of his latest single, ‘Timewarp’, Sander Wilder joins us for this exclusive interview to take us behind the scenes of the track, diving into his inspirations and the process that led to such an electrifying production. As he continues to make a name for himself within Electronic Music, both through his unique signature sound, one that blends elements from across genres like Progressive and Melodic, and with monthly episodes of his high-quality radio show, ‘Global Feelings’

Symbiosis by Callecat Dutch producers Koen and Gijs, aka Callecat, present the hotly anticipated Symbiosis album, released on 12th April on Manual Music. Every collaboration is equally as brilliant as the previous, taking you on a blissed-out journey with some of the best producers in electronic music. Callecat themselves are very much a symbiotic relationship. Koen is more the DJ and Gijs the producer in this union, though both are very capable in each field. Their shared sense of humour

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