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Ultranouts, Ultra Music Festival 2025 tickets are officially live! Fans can now secure their spot for next year’s edition, one which is sure to be for the books. Making its annual return to the beautiful Bayfront Park, the Miami-based music festival is expected to go bigger than ever for its 25th anniversary. Looking back at past anniversary celebrations, Ultra has repeatedly delivered surprises for its attendees. For example, during its 15th anniversary, Ultra hosted its festival for tw

If you’ve been to Las Vegas’s Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), you know that the music, lights, and pure happiness make it an experience you’ll never forget. But among the pumping beats and flashy production, the amazing fireworks shows and mesmerizing ceremony acts are some of the most memorable parts. Check the map to see where the fireworks are. Our guide will also drive through EDC Las Vegas 2024. Main Fireworks There is no better show than the Main Fireworks at EDC. From 1:41 AM to 1:47 AM

The AIM Independent Music Awards returns on 17th October for its fourth edition at London’s iconic Roundhouse, the ceremony’s natural home. In 14 brief years, the event has established itself as the UK’s leading music tastemaker award – recognising the best, brightest, most unique and diverse artists, labels, and entrepreneurs.  Submissions are open via www.aimawards.co.uk and close at 23:59 on Wednesday 12th June.  The ‘One To Watch’ and ‘Best Boutique Label’ categories will celebrate the n

Club Factory, one of the most emblematic venues of the 90s nightlife scene, became known not only for its vibrant atmosphere and pulsating electronic music but also for representing an ideology of freedom and creative expression. Now, it is making a triumphant return this year in Ibiza, amid a vigorous resurgence of the nightlife scene after the challenges faced during the pandemic. The island is buzzing, and Club Factory stands out as one of the top destinations for electronic music lovers.

In the new age of AI-powered musical impersonation, deepfakes and bots, an artist’s greatest asset in the digital world is their Name, Image, Likeness, and Voice (NILV). Today, identity verification is essential to ensure trust, integrity, and authenticity. .MUSIC and global identity verification provider Shufti Pro are partnering to authenticate the digital identity of the entire global music community to create a trusted ecosystem of verified artists, creators, industry professionals, organiza

RUMORS by Guy Gerber returns to Playa Soleil this season, offering an enhanced experience of bohemian escapism in the vibrant heart of Platja d’en Bossa. Known for its unique flair and high-energy atmosphere, RUMORS promises another exhilarating season at its spiritual home, boasting an outstanding lineup of talented artists from across the electronic music spectrum. Under the guidance of visionary artist Guy Gerber, a trailblazer and one of Ibiza’s most celebrated resident DJs, this season’

AREA15 is an immersive entertainment district just a few minutes from the Las Vegas Strip. During EDC Week (the week of May 16), mau5trap will set up camp there for mau5hop Las Vegas, a four-day pop-up shop and the start of the deadmau5 “immer5ive experience,” an eight-week activation celebrating the career and art of one of electronic music’s most famous artists. immer5ive experience The “immer5ive experience” will take over AREA15’s Museum Fiasco from May 16, 2024, until July 11, 2024. It wi

Former NBA All-Star, Shaquille O’Neal AKA DJ Diesel presents a new headline show at Red Rocks this October. He will be presenting ‘Shaq’s Bass All-Stars: Halloween Edition’, a stage takeover consisting of other bass music artists. The lineup is curated by Diesel himself, choosing some of the most talented and skillful acts. A few artists that are set to take the stage with him include Habstrakt, Riot Ten, CELO, and Benda.        During DJ Diesel’s announcement on Instagram, he acknowledged t

Calvin Harris Lands in Ushuaïa Ibiza for a Star-Studded Summer Residency This summer, the iconic Ushuaïa Ibiza welcomes back Calvin Harris. The residency is set to be the highlight on the calendar. The Grammy-winning artist will take over the famous open-air stage, delivering a series of electrifying performances that promise to captivate the audience with a vibrant soundtrack. MK, known for his influential house music, will join Harris as a chief supporter. The second weekend in June wi

The techno scene is buzzing with excitement over the latest masterpiece, ‘Time’, a collaboration that sees Reinier Zonneveld and Kiki Solvej venturing into uncharted waters. Released under the renowned label Filth on Acid, ‘Time’ marks a significant departure from the duo’s usual pounding techno anthems. This track is a captivating journey into the realms of progressive beats mingled with trance-like melodies, setting a new benchmark for what we might expect from these trailblazing artists in th

LIV Las Vegas is Featuring Major Acts following EDC 2024 Kicking off Memorial Day Weekend, LIV Las Vegas at Fontainebleau is heating up for the summer. If you’re still in Vegas following EDC, you won’t want to miss this stacked weekend at Vegas’s premier nightclub. Located conveniently on the Las Vegas Strip, across from Circus Circus, LIV features a nightclub as well as the LIV Beach poolside day club experience. After opening its doors in December 2023, the club welcomed John Summit a

TranceFamily, rejoice! The 21st installment of Armin van Buuren’s iconic A State of Trance mix series was released in full today on Armada Music. Three distinct mixes are packed with 42 tracks from Trance heavyweights and rising stars for over three hours of nonstop music. “Trance music has become so widespread and compatible with other genres that I’m having both a very fun and very difficult time narrowing down the shortlist to ‘only’ 42 tracks,” Armin said via press release. A Sta

Mirage season is back in NYC and the venue has kicked off the season with acts like the legendary Swedish House Mafia and most recently progressive house producer Audien with support from Ship Wrek, Frank Walker, Öwnboss, Third Party and more. What was originally a Sunday daytime show, was rescheduled to a prime time Saturday night show — and the shift in energy that followed it was evident in the music tone shift. There were some surprisingly heavy drops and song choices now that the event took

As the saying goes, “it’s not goodbye, it’s see you later”, and it’s no different with Miami’s legendary Club Space. We told you about plans for the historic venue to undergo some renovations over the Summer, but now we have the details on the Space Closing Parties. Did you really think Space would go out (for the Summer) without a bang?! Of course not. The details are here, but the tickets are already flying off the digital shelves, so act fast! Memorial Day Weekend MDW is Weekend 1 of

German electronic music legend ATB announces today that he will release his final studio album in 2025. With an incredible career that includes a total of 10 studio albums and over 55 gold and platinum awards in numerous countries, ATB has always gone the extra yard with his studio albums, routinely releasing double album projects that feature a disc aimed for the dance floor and a separate disc curated for the come down, crafted with beautiful soundscapes.   While 2025 will see the final AT

Because sometimes the best things in life are determined by pure randomness, NITTI and Myles O'Neal have joined forces for a rare event in Los Angeles. The unlikely duo—one a Grammy-nominated producer and the other a rising star in dance music—will celebrate their birthday tonight at LA's famed Academy club, where they'll each perform special DJ sets on a 360° stage. Tickets are on sale now, but before then O'Neal is celebrating early by dropping a new track, "All I Need." With hypnotic soundsca

Our favourite trio will take the wheel on this week’s episode, to celebrate a huge milestone on their brother imprint. The bond between Above & Beyond and Anjunadeep goes a long way into the past, for those who are not aware. Initially born as a place to showcase the music they thought unfitting for the early days of Anjunabeats, the label has grown to become one of the leading houses of the deeper sounds of Electronic music. The bond is even stronger as we notice one of its heads, James

Moore Kismet has never shied away from taking risks musically. And in their latest EP, huemor me, they've fearlessly done it again.  Arriving by way of RL Grime's Sable Valley, huemor me showcases the best of Kismet through intrinsic energy and raw production. The EP thrives on its variation as each track flourishes in its own lane while embracing a new era of their sound. It's a stunning body of work, one that aptly follows UNIVERSE.  The EDM.com Class of 2021 inductee kicks off with a bang, le

Camping festivals are in their prime, and Relentless Beats is leading the charge. Known for their finely tuned roster of exceptional homegrown festivals and nightlife events, the Arizona-based powerhouse is adding a new gem to their crown: Coconino Festival. This three-day camping extravaganza promises a deeper vibe with a lineup that’s been meticulously curated, spanning the realms of bass, funk, ambient, psytrance, trap, reggae, and everything in between. Set to take place at Flagstaff’s P

Shaquille O'Neal's dominance on the court and in the booth is undeniable. Now, he's set to conquer yet another stage: Red Rocks Amphitheatre O'Neal, who has transformed from a basketball icon into a formidable force in the electronic music arena, has announced his debut solo headlining set at the iconic open-air concert venue in Colorado. The outing Red Rocks marks yet another milestone in his music career, which is presently in overdrive following the acclaim of his headbang-worthy album, GORIL

BC’s Shambhala Music Festival is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year with an incredible lineup. Taking place from July 26 to 29 at Salmo River Ranch, the festival will feature headlining performances by Disclosure, Chromeo, James Blake, Dillon Francis, San Holo, and DJ Pee .Wee, the alter ego of Anderson .Paak. This year’s lineup also includes CloZee, Excision, Ganja White Night, LSDREAM, Subtronics, and Tipper, who will perform two sets. Fans can look forward to seeing Dimension, PEE

After a successful campaign at EDC Las Vegas 2023, End Overdose has instated an ambitious goal to expand their life-saving training and naloxone distribution at this year's festival. The industry-leading nonprofit is finalizing plans to train 20,000 festival attendees when EDC returns to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway this weekend. From May 17-19, End Overdose will teach them how to recognize and respond to overdose situations as well as distribute 20,000 doses of naloxone, a life-saving resource.

The popular DJ software rekordbox has officially launched its seventh version. As a matter of fact, AlphaTheta – the parent company of Pioneer DJ – made the announcement on Tuesday (May 14). It’s been four years since the last major update – rekordbox 6 – which changed the landscape of the software dramatically. This time, the changes are more subtle on a visual standpoint, but the effiency of the software has really improved. Let’s take a look at some of them. rekordbox 7 takes the aesthet

Eight years ago, on May 13, 2016, Marshmello released his breakout single ‘Alone’, a track that would not only define his career but also leave an indelible mark on the electronic dance music landscape. Since its release, ‘Alone’ has become a massive success, with its official music video amassing over 2.5 billion views on YouTube, a testament to its widespread appeal and Marshmello‘s growing influence. ‘Alone’ stands out for its infectious melody, catchy beats, and emotive undertones. The t

With his new EP, Effin's Jukebox Vol. 1, Effin is proving that a little alchemy can transform musical relics into pure gold. The seasoned producer masterfully spins vintage soul and modern synths into a bold symphony in the new project. It beams to life by virtue of its opening track, "Down Town," an effort that starts with a deceptive jazz ease only to explode into a maze of gritty bass. In a clash of epochs, Yung Joc meets Rita Reys to set the stage for an EP that boldly seeks to shatter styli