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We went to M2 for Carl Cox & Mathame this past Race Week. For those who have been to the prior iteration of this club, M2 is bigger, better, and completely reimagined. The production is frankly unmatched and the club has it more than deserved to be on any of the world’s top clubs list. The staff are also hardworking and very friendly. As for the Selecta Friday night, Carl Cox — as usual — did not disappoint. King Carl took us all on a magical journey playing mostly hard, dark Techno trac

EDC Las Vegas is under 2 weeks away and we are ready to be reunited with the Electric Sky. You can always expect larger-than-life stages, hundreds of musical acts, and spectacular art embellishing the Las Vegas Speedway. Some new additions are going to spark your night and ensure your experiences are unique and unforgettable.  Downtown EDC Downtown EDC – In a brand new central location of the festival this year, this is the buzzing heart of EDC! A long-needed wish of headliners is fulfil

Just over two months to go before Tomorrowland is back! Set to welcome more than 800 of the world’s best electronic artists across 16 mesmerizing stages during two weekends of magic in De Schorre, Tomorrowland now releases the full line-up for its special 20-year anniversary edition. Tomorrowland Belgium 2024 will revolve around the new theme ‘LIFE’ – the prequel of the 2016 ‘Elixir of Life’ theme – and will take place from July 19-21 and July 26-28, uniting 400.000 People of Tomorrow from over

OUTLOUD Music Festival at WeHo Pride announces the return of SUMMERTRAMP, this summer’s sexiest sun-soaked party featuring headliners Purple Disco Machine and a DJ set from Hot Chip. Attendees will be treated to two days of decadence and delight with DJ sets and additional performances by Snow Wife, Kaleena Zanders, DJ Holographic, Crystal Waters, Kiesza, and many more.  The hot and heavy dance bash is located within the OUTLOUD Music Festival and will take place from 1 p.m. – 12:00 a.m

South by Southwest is set to debut in the UK next year. Austin’s beloved conference and festival will head to London in June 2025, marking the first time the event series will be held in Europe. Similar to Austin’s SXSW festivities, the London version will follow the same format with keynote speakers, musical performances, and a showcase of leading innovations in tech, gaming, and film. Lineup and further details are said to come in the next few months. About SXSW SXSW first debut

On yet another interesting piece of news coming out from our industry this week, Universal Music Group (UMG) presented the information discussed during their past week’s Q1 meeting. There’s plenty to dissect so, buckle up! Joking, we’ve made it easy for you to grasp everything at a glance. Read on. If there’s one piece of information you should walk out of this post knowing, though, is Universal is coming back to TikTok. After a three-month licensing standoff, the music giant and the short-f

Rising costs have left many festivals with no choice but to cancel this year, and one major Australian EDM festival is the latest domino to fall. The organizers of Australia's Return to Rio festival have cancelled this year's event due to a staggering 529% cost increase, according to the Sydney Morning Herald. In New South Wales, a government mandate called the Music Festivals Act allows state administration to fully control the prices of police presence, medical necessities and more. Electronic

Sherm and Olivia Mancuso are setting a new standard for industry collaboration in the birthplace of house music.  The Windy City-born DJ and Elevated Frequencies podcast host are readying the inaugural Chicago Music Nexus event, a new summit promising to bring together artists, industry professionals and entrepreneurs for networking, education and electronic music discovery sessions. "The US dance music scene is blossoming and growing at an extremely rapid pace—there is no denying its relevance

Emotions recently ran high at the Hollywood Bowl, where deadmau5 played an unreleased track in a heartfelt tribute to the late i_o. "Gone but definitely not forgotten," deadmau5 said at the larger-than-life show before dropping his unreleased song, "input_output." Palpable emotions reverberated through the dancefloor as the song's rising synths built toward a thumping techno drop. The song commemorates the beloved i_o, who tragically passed away four years ago at the age of 30. Check out footage

Hot off the back of the huge 50th release on Dirtbox and a massive return to the label, we come back thick and fast with very little time to spare and introduce a relatively new name to the label in Noize Komplaint, a true collaboration of the minds with a faction of US DNB Producers coming together to create a brand new sound. Formed in 2015, Mike Thomas, Dave Hauser, Greg Oerlemans, and Brett Baker, have already showcased their collective minds and talents with other industry labels such a

ODESZA are getting in on all the summer blockbuster hype.  Last summer, fans of the superstar duo headed to the silver screen for special broadcasts of their debut film, The Last Goodbye Cinematic Experience. Unlike many big-budget pictures à la Dune and Barbie, the showtimes and locations were very limited so many fans did not have a chance to attend the rare screenings. Now, ODESZA have unveiled a physical and digital release of the film so all can enjoy it from the comfort of their homes. The

Here's how you can support youth in need and meet one of EDM's biggest stars at the same time. Charitybuzz has made a name for itself by hosting philanthropic auctions in support of various non-profit organizations around the world. In the past, we've seen them collaborate with ILLENIUM, Martin Garrix, Marshmello, Steve Aoki and Avicii's Tim Bergling Foundation, among others. Now, they've joined forces with David Guetta. Before he takes the stage this summer at Encore Beach Club, the top bidder

After a prolific run of singles and EPs, Channel Tres will finally release his debut album next month. The "Topdown" and "Controller" hitmaker will is set to unveil Head Rush on June 14th via RCA, he revealed last week. Now, he's given fans a taste by virtue of "Berghain," the album's lead single featuring Barney Bones. Colliding hip-hop and house influences, the song is a testament to the one-of-a-kind, signature style of Channel Tres. Blending deep vocals with reverberating synths and punchy p

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The organizers of Austin City Limits have revealed the full lineup of artists set to take over the festival smack-dab in the middle of the city. Since 2002, fans of all genres have descended on Austin for the beloved music festival, which was inspired by a longtime program on the city's local PBS station. What was once a single-day event has now become a three-day fest spanning two back-to-back weekends.  While there's only one electronic headliner at this year's event in October, the optics sur

Following their stunning debut, "All I Need" earlier this year, Kito and Chrome Sparks have unveiled their debut EP under their IS U IS U EP alias, Melter. IS U IS U marks Kito and Chrome Sparks’ latest artistic venture, a DJ super-duo that draws from each artist’s unique background to deliver melodic dancefloor anthems. Out now via Mad Decent, Melter finds IS U IS U expertly merging their respective sounds for an intoxicating record that’s as irresistible as it is eclectic. Chrome Sparks’ maste

In the music industry, where financial transparency often feels like a mirage, Mogul is emerging as a lifeline for artists seeking clarity in their earned compensation. Mogul addresses the longstanding problem of financial opacity in the music business by centralizing royalty data across all rights types into a single actionable hub, an effective go-to solution for artists aiming to simplify their finances and capture every cent of their earnings. According to a press release shared with EDM.com

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UK’s leading independent festival Secret Garden Party (SGP) shakes up the music industry with their announcement to support Chai Wallahs’ Drop a Headliner campaign, in order to nurture grass roots artists for their 2024 edition. Further highlighting a 20 year history as an incubator event for emerging and independent talent.  In a bold departure from traditional festival programming, Secret Garden Party is foregoing big-name headliners to allocate resources to supporting rising performers and p

Life, love, art, and music are celebrated all over the world at EDC Las Vegas 2024. It takes place under the Electric Sky, at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway from May 17th to May 19th. There is a lot to enjoy at EDC Las Vegas, from the amazing stages and sounds to the mesmerizing fireworks and captivating performers. You are welcome to wander, explore, interact, and connect at EDC Las Vegas. Positive energy and imagination are what made this amazing event possible. Each area is a unique mix of tec

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With a series of groundbreaking releases from renowned underground producers such as 4am Kru, Guido YZ, Krunx, and Phasmid, Da Demolition Squad has quickly established itself as a dominant force in the UK grassroots scene, earning a valid reputation for pushing the boundaries of multi-genre bass music.  Established in 2020 as an offshoot of Singularity UK, Da Demolition Squad boldly test the confines of bass music through multi-genre grassroots revitalisation. What sets them apart is their i

Thirteen years ago, before hitting monumental success with ‘Levels’, Avicii, the Swedish DJ and producer who would become one of the most influential figures in electronic music, released ‘Blessed’. This track came out on May 9, 2011, showcasing Avicii‘s signature melodic piano house style that had already begun to captivate fans worldwide. ‘Blessed’ quickly became a fan favorite, resonating deeply with audiences, especially after Avicii included it in his groundbreaking performance at Tomor

The hero of the documentary Era of Dance and the ideologist of revolutionary rave culture events during the 80s and 90s Indulis Bilzens passed away in Frankfurt following an illness. Last weekend in Frankfurt people from different generations who were close connected to Bilzens, said Adios to the Master (as many called him). Indulis Bilzens. Born in Riga on April 27, 1940 – a refugee of WW2- graduating from the Latvian Gymnasium in Munster, Cambridge College and Technical University of Stutt

Desert Hearts Festival has long been defined by a feeling of belonging and solidarity on its universally celebrated dancefloor. It’s a place where self-discoveries are realized, lifelong family is found, and the boundary between artist and reveller evaporates with ease. This year, Desert Hearts has sought a return to its roots, teaming up with its longtime allies at Walter Productions to reinvigorate their foundational ethos at the beautiful Playa Ponderosa in Northern Arizona, July 4-8. In