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Party Favor knows how to leave a lasting impression.  With his new EP, The Party Never Dies, the trailblazing DJ and producer is bowing out of his solo endeavors as Party Favor for the foreseeable future. After 13 years, he's released his final body of work, a project brimming with the same passion, creativity and chaos that has defined his career. To commemorate the release, Party Favor has shared an "honorary funeral music video" featuring over 20 artists, including Dillon Francis, A-Trak, AC

Party Favor is evolving. With his past few singles, he’s shown a drive and passion for reinvention, most especially with his newest single, “Whenever You’re Around.” As the follow up to his 2021 singles “Save Me” and “Losing My Mind” featuring Elohim, “Whenever You’re Around” is a low-bass sophisticated rump-shaker. Says Party Favor, “This song first started life as a session with my friend Drew Love way back before the pandemic. It was super pop-leaning and we both loved it but never really e

It’s been three years since Party Favor’s debut album, Layers, came out. Though, given the events of the past few years, it feels like so much longer. It’s refreshing, then, that Party Favor’s newest album comes out and absolutely redefines the artist’s sound and expression with a brand new intensity and vision. RESET feels very intentionally named, as PF has long been relegated into the trap and party sound that ignited his career. Considering the ubiquity of some of his early songs like “Bap

Bursting with elation, Party Favor's latest dance anthem channels the genuine, untethered joy that only close friends and good times bring. In "Ur Love," he channels the breezy four-on-the-floor beats of his SIDEPIECE alias, but at a breakneck 140 BPM he's clearly not content with the sensual slink of that project's tech house music. Instead, he launches us into a heady, blissed-out chase through a rapturous rhythm that doesn't let you come up for air. Party Favor's production sparkles and surge

Not too long ago this year, Johnny Depp and Amber Heard were embroiled in a harsh legal battle with competing defamation claims. At the heart of the battle were claims of domestic abuse, with each side accusing the other of attacks. The case stirred intense public interest with innumerable articles, TikTok videos, and think pieces regarding who was right or wrongm or what evidence was valid or not. But the heart of the matter remained domestic violence, which is unacceptable in any regard. Some

EDC Orlando just wrapped up its 2024 edition, and one common critique among attendees was that the festival felt more crowded than ever. It might surprise you to learn that EDC Orlando has almost twice as many attendees as Ultra Music Festival over its three days. Organizers expected over 300,000 ravers to attend EDCO 2024, while Ultra hosts about 165,000. Whether it was increased attendance or layout changes, there were issues with crowd flow, particularly during times when there were big headl

Passenger 10, born as Christian Beat Hirt, is a Swiss melodic house artist who has received nominations for the Grammys in the past. On November 15, he returned to his house label, Enormous Tunes, and released his latest single, ‘Falling’, a track that definitely generates tons of touching emotions from start to finish. Passenger 10 initially released ‘Falling’ as demo for the Cyclopedia 2 sample pack and the demo gained a lot of good reviews. As a result, the artist decided to transform it into

Patchpool has released another sound library from their Falcon Singles-series. Metal Percussion for UVI Falcon 3.0 is a collection of unusual percussive sounds build upon samples... Read More

Patricia Zavala has officially launched her music career with the release of ‘Pop The Low,’ an exciting collaboration with well-known artists Aura, Emanuele Esposito, and Gianni Romano. The track merges their unique talents to deliver a vibrant afro house anthem that invites listeners to escape to a tropical paradise, fueled by irresistible beats and captivating melodies. ‘Pop The Low’ stands out with its blend of English and Spanish lyrics, creating a culturally rich listening experience. The

Few collaborations can match the talent on display in the newly released single ‘Pop The Low’. Combining the creative forces of well-established artists Patricia Zavala, Aura, Emanuele Esposito, and Gianni Romano, this track is a true showcase of artistic synergy. Together, they’ve crafted an afro house anthem that promises to transport listeners straight to a sun-soaked paradise, cocktail in hand. ‘Pop The Low’ stands out not only for its infectious rhythm but also for its unique blend of Engli

After gaining significant attention with her debut single ‘Pop the Low’, which reached the Top 3 in the UK Club Chart, Patricia Zavala unveils the official follow up titled ‘Thunder’. This single sees Patricia link up once again with Gianni Romano, Aüra, and Emanuel Esposito as they prove that the first hit was no mistake. ‘Thunder’ explores intense emotions of love and longing, with vivid imagery and powerful lyrics written by Patricia Zavala herself. Notable lines include “Now I crave you lik

Today we go a little deep, really digging under the surface of mainstream melodic techno. Patrick Ruprecht is a 33-year-old DJ and producer from Zurich, Switzerland. He just landed on Black Rose Recordings with a 2-track EP, Overthinking Mind. The tunes mark the 18th release of the label. Black Rose Recordings is an independent music label, founded in 2020 by Erly Tepshi during the melodic techno wave of the same time. Now, the imprint has solidified its position having released and launched s

Patrick Schwarzenegger checked into Coachella at the perfect time. Following last weekend’s Season 3 finale of The White Lotus, the actor supported his co-star Lisa (aka Lalisa Manobal) on Friday during her opening night set at Coachella Valley music festival. He took to social media to share a video from the audience of himself singing and dancing along to her single ‘Money’ (which might be the perfect song given that season 3 took place in Thailand). “Excuse my dancing I had a cocktail,”

After hearing “Mad Motion” teased across multiple stages at last weekend’s Arc Music Festival, there was no way I could get this track out of my head. The infectious rhythm, playful vocals, and undeniable energy had festival-goers buzzing, and I found myself waiting in anticipation for its official release. Today, that wait is over. Patrick Topping and Green Velvet have finally dropped “Mad Motion,” and it’s every bit as captivating as it was live. Patrick Topping, known for his infectious beat

The electronic music scene is always evolving, and thanks to unabashedly vulnerable artists like Patrick Topping, sober raves are becoming more and more common. The renowned DJ and house music producer recently took to X to announce a new curated rave, "Sober October," and open up about the effects on his life of touring sober. Topping refrained from announcing a date but said the event will take place at the end of the month. "I started playing sober in 2017 and it changed my relationship with

Renowned DJ and producer Patrick Topping just announced plans for a sober daytime rave, coinciding with the celebration of Sober October. In an Instagram post, Topping shared, “I’m putting on a Sober October Rave! No alcohol will be served and it will be during the day“. Topping, who began playing sober in 2017, emphasized that the event isn’t about opposing alcohol, but instead about offering an alternative experience, often underlooked by eventgoers. “I just want to provide an opportunity

Patrick Topping, the celebrated UK DJ and producer, just pulled off something that had many in the scene doing a double-take: a sold-out, alcohol-free rave. In an era where club culture is often intertwined with drink and aftereffects, Topping took a bold step by launching his very first sober rave event. The move wasn’t just a hit; it was a groundbreaking shift in the rave experience, and Topping couldn’t be more thrilled. Breaking Boundaries With A Sober Rave Concept For Topping, this

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All night long sets, debuts, Shogun Audio’s 20-year birthday celebrations and much more make this Patterns’ biggest season to date. Patterns Brighton, the south-east’s most cultured venue, has programmed another irresistible season of sound to see out 2024 in style. Between now and mid-December, the taste-making likes of Chicane, Hunee, Anjunadeep, Sofia Kourtesis, Dusky, Eats Everything, Dan Shake, Fat Tony, Mr Scruff, SOSA, Voltage and Shogun Audio will all play a multi-genre mix of parties

Electronic music icon Paul Kalkbrenner announces the release of “KABELMANN,” a multi-part short film project accompanying the artist’s upcoming two-track Kabelmann EP. The films, created by Mother Berlin and SMUGGLER, and directed by Björn Rühmann, premiered at the renowned Ciclope Festival in Berlin earlier this week and were released alongside the EP today. A Tale of Connection in Two Parts “KABELMANN” unfolds in two short film chapters, each scored by Kalkbrenner’s tracks. The films follows

Paul Oakenfold has a legendary history of performing at some of the most incredible venues in the world, including Stonehenge (the first ever to perform there), the base camp at Mount Everest, and the Great Wall of China. Now, he’s primed to move into the digital space as he takes hold in the metaverse for a career-first project, Perfectoverse. The 72-minute set will feature an immersive and grand audio/visual experience in Paul’s own corner of the metaverse, with creative visuals and an all-ne

As part of Perfecto’s 30th anniversary, Paul Oakenfold presents new single “Hallucinate“. Co-written by Paul and Penny, Hallucinate’s lyrics are inspired by Penny’s spiritual home – Ibiza, where the track will no doubt go down a storm this summer. It’s pure dancefloor euphoria – a sure fire anthem which builds into an overwhelming sensory rush, just like its title. To mark a major milestone for one of the most famous dance music companies, there will be special releases, remixes, collaboratio

There’s only just over six weeks until Paul Oakenfold reveals Perfectoverse, his first foray into the augmented reality of the metaverse with his own original production, visuals, and original set. After performing at Stonehenge (the first ever to perform there), the base camp at Mount Everest, and the Great Wall of China, the legend is looking forward to entering a whole new universe. Below, you can watch as he speaks about his history as a legend in electronic music as well as what performing

Trance is more alive than ever, if I’m allowed to say that myself. Wink wink. Happy Friday everyone! This is our time of the week to enjoy a plethora of new music, coming from all angles and corners of the Dance industry. In particular, I’d love to turn your attention to Trance, a long-lasting genre whose latest contribution has come today from Amon Vision: Paul Skelton and Andy Newtz have collaborated on a tremendous single, ‘Angel‘. The Australian imprint brings this little treasure to

Paul van Dyk and DJ Pierre AKA PHUTURE, two icons of the dance music industry, have teamed up for a brand new 3-track EP, ACID TRAXXX. The EP’s title track, based on PHUTURE’S 1987 single “Acid Tracks” seeks to bridge the gap between classic and contemporary styles. Featuring those signature 303 basslines and squelching acid house synths, ACID TRAXXX is sure to excite fans old and new. Clocking in at over 8-and-a-half minutes long, “ACID TRAXX” is meant to transport you back to an old school