Dance Music News

We are all feeling a bit need for speedy right now. Belgian Techno Mogul Charlotte de Witte just released her forthcoming single ‘Roar‘. After a fantastic 2023, the DJ brings out this massive track that feels like the mutation of ‘Doppler’, ‘Rave on Time‘, ‘Overdrive‘, and ‘High Street’ all together. Long-story short, it’s a fun and massive genre-bending track that makes you feel like you’re at the Formula 1 Grand Prix. Pretty Loud ‘Roar’ ‘ROAR’ is a sonic revolution – a turbo-charged

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April is a huge anniversary month for the iconic Brazilian club and label D-EDGE as it celebrates 24 years of history. The São Paulo club and its new sister venue in Rio have lined up a series of special events to mark the occasion. The British icon Pete Tong, Running Back boss Gerd Janson, drum & bass maestro DJ Marky, the Italian techno titan Marco Faraone, and the German tastemaker Stella Bossi, disco crew Horse Meat Disco will all play amongst many more.  The iconic D-EDGE is recogni

In a move that resounds with both curiosity and controversy, the Russian Republic of Chechnya has implemented a novel regulation on its musical landscape. The authorities have declared a ban on music considered outside the tempo range of 80 to 116 beats per minute (BPM), as announced by the Minister of Culture, Musa Dadayev. This directive, firmly endorsed by Chechen leader Ramzan Akhmatovich Kadyrov, is shaping the auditory experience in Chechnya, aligning it closely with what is deemed appropr

Creative Australia yesterday released a research report entitled Soundcheck: Insights into Australia’s music festival sector. The first of its kind, the report provides a broad overview of Australia’s music festival industry. Showing that almost one in four music festivals in Australia are electronic (23% of the festivals in this report) this research is timely for the electronic music community considering the current turbulence we find the industry in. With the Australian sector curr

In a surprising move, Chechnya, a Russian republic, has reportedly issued a decree restricting the tempo of music played within its borders. According to the Moscow Times, the Chechen culture ministry announced earlier this week that all music must conform to a tempo range of 80 to 116 beats per minute (BPM). This regulation effectively bans a vast array of Western music genres, particularly EDM, rave and techno music. The new standard, imposing relatively slow tempos, starkly contrasts with

The Vinyl Factory at 180 Studios presents REVERB, a major multimedia exhibition exploring the intersection of art and sound, opening on 23 May 2024. In the largest show of its kind, REVERB will bring together over 100 artists and musicians working across mediums including visual arts, music, film and live performance. REVERB will feature new site-specific audio-visual installations and sonic experiences, commissioned by The Vinyl Factory, from artists including Theaster Gates, Es Devlin, Jul

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Mau P has been on a tear the last year. This September, the global trailblazer returns to New York City at Under The K Bridge for another all-night-long show under his Baddest Behaviour party concept. After his NY debut at Knockdown Center in February, Baddest Behaviour quickly garnered a reputation and a huge following in the Big Apple. The new event will take place on September 13th and will see Mau P perform an open-to-close set at the one-of-a-kind venue in Brooklyn. Under the K Bridge i

Indie R&B singer Aryeè The Gem had an unconventional path in the music industry. Raised primarily by her cousin due to her parents’ inability to care for her, she turned this adversity into an opportunity to nurture her passion for music. “What sets me apart is my dedication and commitment to my craft,” she explains. “I’m always learning, so you’ll see constant growth and evolution in my journey.” Growing up without her siblings, dropping out of college, facing creative setbacks, and bat

If the Coachella 2024 couldn’t get any better, Goldenvoice has certainly outdone themselves once again. After a historic amount of electronic bookings were announced in 2023, Coachella has decided to bring six more coveted electronic performances to a new stage. Taking over the grounds of the old Sahara tent, the Quasar Stage will include two gigantic LED walls, making for ideal production for electronic dance music sets. With all headlining sets guaranteed for three hours or more, attendees are

Taking multitasking to a whole new level, a New Jersey man is attempting to set a new world record by completing the London Marathon while DJing. Imagine running 26.2 miles with a 17-pound mini-stage strapped on your shoulders—that's the challenge for Gus Fraser. The New Jersey native, 45, says he'll attempt to run the grueling marathon in under five hours while mixing live on a Numark DJ controller to break the Guinness World Record for "Fastest Marathon whilst DJing (male)." This year's London

Inspired by the timeless production of Gesaffelstein, Fred again.. has joined forces with the French electronic music icon for a new single, "BerwynGesaffNeighbours." Released in collaboration with Gesaffelstein and BERWYN, the song appears on Fred's compilation album, USB. The track is a rework of "Destinations," a haunting single from Gesaffelstein's influential debut album Aleph. Taking to social media, Fred said he'd been "obsessed" with the song and worked on a myriad of different bootlegs 

W&W are back with "Jump Jump Jump," teaming up with ItaloBrothers and Captain Curtis to drop a peaktime festival bomb. At a blistering BPM of 152, it's a vocal-driven four-on-the-floor anthem that ushers in festival season with a euphoric banger for the mainstage. The track's undeniable highlight, however, is its quaking drop, where hyperactive synths and a pumping bassline collide and soar through its uplifting arrangement. Here, the trio of W&W, ItaloBrothers and Captain Curtis manage

If you have been on TikTok in the last week you probably have heard Above & Beyond’s ‘Blue Monday.’ Thanks to a clever trend, the 4-year-old song has ignited the app. The viral TikTok dancing trend that uses the track has led to a whopping 5.5 billion views and over 750,000 creations using the track. The rework became the current #1 viral song on TikTok in the UK, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Ireland, Greece, and Spain, while hitting #3 in the USA. To date, the song has reached #1

EDMTunes has got some exciting news to share with you! Today, on April 8, 2024, John Summit, the amazing multi-genre artist and global Dance sensation, released his latest single called ‘EAT THE BASS‘ via Darkroom/Experts Only. And, guess what? His new release has come just in time for his two highly anticipated performances at this year’s Coachella Music Festival. You can listen to the fantastic new track by clicking HERE! If you’re a fan of Tech House, then you’re going to love ‘EAT THE BA

Avicii‘s timeless hit ‘Levels’ continues to resonate with fans worldwide, and now, they have a unique opportunity to celebrate this iconic track through a special merchandise collection. Subscribers of the official Avicii newsletter received exciting news today about the upcoming launch of a limited edition ‘Levels’ merchandise line, set to release in mid-May on Avicii‘s web shop. In a thoughtful tribute to the song’s tempo, the collection is limited to just 126 units per product, mirroring

With more than 120 events scheduled this summer, including the Official Opening Party on Saturday 27 April, this will be Hï Ibiza’s longest and biggest season to date. The now legendary multi-room venue is set to present a peerless weekly rotation of the Electronic scene’s most in-demand talents, including Black Coffee, Damian Lazarus, David Guetta, Eric Prydz, FISHER, Glitterbox, James Hype, Meduza, Paco Osuna, Patrick Topping, Tale Of Us Present Afterlife, The Martinez Brothers and Vintage Cul

Coachella, arguably the biggest festival in the world, is officially back to offer some of the best contemporary music the industry has to offer. Whether you want to catch headliners like Lana Del Rey or Tyler, the Creator or check out the festival's iconic art installations, there's plenty to do and explore in Coachella's metropolis this year. And with new upgrades to the festival's illustrious Sahara Tent as well as the addition of the brand-new, all-electronic Quasar stage, Coachella has made

Born from the vibrant undercurrents of Southern California's festival and art scene, the Do LaB has matured from a fledgling idea among three brothers into a pivotal element of the Coachella ethos.  Year after year, the brand reinvents the standard for festival stage design, merging the heart of electronic music with the kind of experiential artistry that can't help but captivate. The evolution continues in 2024 with another stage design for the ages. While full color renderings of this year's d

Music fans around the world eagerly anticipate the electrifying performance of the iconic duo, Skream and Benga, at the prestigious Coachella music festival. However, their hopes were dashed when news broke that due to unforeseen visa issues, the dynamic duo would no longer be gracing the Coachella stage. Disappointment and disbelief spread like wildfire among fans, but amidst the chaos, a glimmer of hope emerged as Skream and Benga announced their determination to overcome the obstacles and aim

Fans can now discover the action-packed world of HiROQUEST straight from the mind of Steve Aoki after he revealed a new graphic novel. Adding another achievement to his long list of accomplishments, the chart-topping producer has announced HiROQUEST in collaboration with the Eisner Award-winning writer Jim Krueger. Aoki said HiROQUEST took a year to write and comprises 250 pages of over 50,000 words.  View the original article to see embedded media. Fans should be n

House music superstar John Summit is back with a new single, "EAT THE BASS."  Driven by a seductive vocal refrain, "EAT THE BASS" was designed for late, sweaty nights on the dancefloor. A far cry from the euphoria of his breakout dance anthem "Where You Are," the track is a sultry showcase of Summit's penchant for down-and-dirty club music. Out now via Darkroom/Experts Only, "EAT THE BASS" arrives just days before Summit's return to Coachella, where he'll perform two DJ sets. He'll throw down Fr