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French production duo 2smile makes a poignant return with their latest single, “Tribute To Frikkyo,” paying homage to the late DJ ‘Da Frikkyo,’ an influential figure in the Italian hard techno scene. Crafted on the night of Frikkyo’s passing, the duo recalls their creative process as deeply spiritual, describing it as if guided by an ethereal presence. “Tribute To Frikkyo” seamlessly blends exhilarating guitars and rich basslines with sampled vocals from the legendary Fela Kuti. This fusion of e

The talented producer Teho is back with another insanely infectious, intricately crafted melodic trip called “Rising.” If you’re familiar with their work, you know Teho has an uncanny ability to craft these lush, atmospheric soundscapes that just wrap you up and transport you somewhere else entirely. “Rising” is the latest glimpse into Teho’s melodic mind, and it’s a tantalizing one. The melodies are intricate and evolving, the synth work is rich and layered – it has all the hallmarks of a Teho

Parra For Cuva, a German electronic producer and multi-instrumentalist, releases the third song from his highly anticipated fifth studio album in April. It’s called “Pinie.” Orbit, a rising DJ and producer, has been tapped by Parra For Cuva to create a seductive sound trip for Pinie. This shows how well the two can work together. The track is the last thing he’s put out before his new record, Mimose, comes out. ‘Pinie‘ takes listeners into a private and mysterious world, inspired by a deep lin

Groove Armada and Mark Knight joined forces with Knght remixing “Get Down” – a dance floor holy grail. The original is an iconic Groove Armada anthem released over 20 years ago. The vocals and synths are instantly recognizable with the tune ingrained in dance music history. Knight was thrilled about the opportunity. As the Toolroom founder, reimagining this beloved classic was an honor. The result is pure adrenaline with the remix distilling dancefloor passion. From the first time we hit play

“Introducing ‘Willow,’ the latest release by Bryony Jarman-Pinto, a singer, songwriter, and musician based in Lancaster. This single expresses her protest against politicians through themes of defiance against misinformation. Set to be featured on her forthcoming album ‘Below Dawn’ (Releasing on Friday, 10th May via Tru Thoughts), the track was produced by Ben Lamdin, also known as Nostalgia 77, from the same label. Bryony’s previous singles garnered significant backing from BBC Introducing, Jaz

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The electronic music scene is buzzing, thanks to John Summit’s latest teasers. This dance music music marvel has a knack for effortlessly blending the various styles of house & techno. From the deep, soulful rhythms of progressive, to the pulsating beats of tech-house, the man can do it all. It could even be argued that he’s even well-versed in techno. His recent social media post reveals his dedication. It states that he’s been “locked in the studio finishing up these new ones for Coachell

Listen to the most flavour-packed tracks we discovered this week. Music makes the world go round. And in that regard, we’re constantly on the lookout for new, exciting tunes to share with our audience. We’ve found some that cause goosebumps, and make you open your eyes and get up from your chair to dance. So put on your best pair of headphones, or turn up your speakers, and enjoy this week’s New Music Friday. Here are our top picks for the best music we came across this week, in no parti

The Mad Hatter released all the craziness from wonderland in San Bernardino. This year’s Beyond Wonderland SoCal gave us everything we wanted and more, from one of Insomniac‘s best lineups to date, to raging afterparties that went until 6am. We shall dig deeper into the rabbit hole and reminisce all the goodies that we found this past weekend. The event shined a light to all genres of EDM across six psychedelic stages. Nevertheless, wonderland was stacked with incredible Techno and Hardstyle act

Los Angeles’ own Skonka is back at it. This time, channeling his inner Pokemon trainer, sort of. He does so with his new track, ‘Purple City’, released on Lee Foss’ Repopulate Mars. What makes this one stand out? He’s gone back to our childhoods and sampled the theme from Pokémon’s Lavender Town. Yeah, you heard that right – that slightly spooky, totally catchy tune from the game has found its way into a house and techno beat that’s as fresh as it is nostalgic. No stranger to the limelight,

In a surprising twist that has left fans and stakeholders in a state of disbelief, the much-anticipated Imagine Festival has announced a sudden halt to its operations for 2024. The festival, known for its immersive aquatic fairytale experience, has been a beacon for EDM lovers, bringing together a unique blend of music, art, and community. However, this year, the organizers have decided to take a step back, aiming to “enhance your experience,” as revealed in a heartfelt Instagram post addressed

Originating from Dillenburg, Germany, Tom Apex has built quite the following around his project, amassing millions of streams, enthralling audiences worldwide with his inventive take on dance music. Continuously evolving and redefining his sound, his adept fusion of classical elements with modern influences positions him as a trailblazing figure in the field. With each stride, Tom Apex ventures further into uncharted musical realms, not merely creating music but also sculpting the trajectory of

Out now via Afterlife/Interscope Records, Anyma has delivered the highly anticipated Genesys II album. A double-sided LP, Disc 1 includes seven new originals, while Disc 2 offers 11 remixes from both Genesys and Genesys II. Named Dancing Astronaut‘s ‘2022 Label of the Year,’ Afterlife has continued to flourish under it’s new partnership with Interscope. Continuing to explore the depths of technology, AI, and nature through melodic techno, Genesys II materializes a culmination of Anyma’s continu

Get ready to be delighted by a gigantic Organic House release. We hope you enjoy your Good Friday with your loved ones if you commemorate this date. As for us here at EDMTunes, we’re pleased to share with you a colossal EP for those who are craving a good, proper Organic time for their Good Fridays. And it comes from Amonita, one of the Organic stars in the world right now. As the ethereal musician she is, known for her enchanting compositions and captivating live performances, Amonita h

DJs rejoice; Kyle Watson has unlocked a coveted track ID sampling Hans Zimmer‘s famed movie soundtrack that helped break the box office—and it’s free to download. Streaming exclusively on SoundCloud, “Dune Tool” is a crisp, percussively intricate, and wonderfully timely take on Zimmer’s dark and dystopian “Dune: Part Two” film score. As made evident in the track’s title, in addition to the free download link, Watson’s cinematic new tech-house edit is but a set-boosting gift to DJs everywhere, pr

Chrome tears rolling down cyborg cheeks, Gesaffelstein is at his most vulnerable in GAMMA, his first album in five years. The French electronic music icon reinforces himself as a sculptor of emotional resonance, building out monolithic structures carved with dark, glitched-out bass. Yet within these imposing edifices, intricate nuances shimmer and whisper. Gesaffelstein's mastery lies in this equilibrium. If Hyperion was a chrome-plated monument, GAMMA is the demolition, its anguished vocals wri

In the ever-evolving realm of Electronic music, few announcements stir the airwaves quite like the unveiling of a pioneering collaboration. This time, the spotlight gleams on Nicole Moudaber and Ida Engberg, legends of the Techno scene, who have intertwined their formidable talents to birth their first-ever track together, ‘I Haven’t Felt This Way‘. Released under the prestigious banner of Moudaber’s InTheMood imprint, this track is not just a song but a declaration of musical mastery. A Har

TATE SEDAR has made a mark in electronic music, notably performing at the 2020 Insomniac Discovery Project: EDC Virtual Rave-a-Thon. Collaborations with industry heavyweights like Dada Life, Don Diablo, and more have cemented his status as an innovative artist. With over 5.7 million plays in 2023 and tracks like “Heaven” and “Find a Way” featured on massive publications, SEDAR’s global influence is undeniable. His remix of Empire’s Terrell Carter’s “Hero” and edit of Justin Bieber’s “Hold On” de

Genix, born as Damion ‘Damo’ Houchen, has released his newest double A-side single Dance Like Nobody’s Watching / On & On via the legendary Trance and Progressive House record label, Anjunabeats. The release of this special UK rave-influenced banger comes out on time as Genix announces his upcoming tour and new album, YOU.ME.NOW. The album will come out on June 14 and on that month, that is when he will begin his tour of North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. The release of Dance Like No

Anyma (aka Matteo Milleri) is a world-renowned, multi-disciplinary artist whose melodic-techno beats, dreamy sounds, and one-of-a-kind audiovisual live experience has captivated the attention of millions. Anyma is the solo project of Matteo Milleri also known as one half of the duo Tale of Us and the co-founder of Afterlife Records. Anyma has just released his sophomore album Genesys II, which combines unsettling, dystopian tunes with pulsating techno beats and his signature eerie synthesizers.

The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds every week as artists become more innovative with their compositions. EDM.com's weekly Fresh Picks series is helping uncover the latest and greatest tracks from the underground dance scene. You can find the below tracks on EDM.com's Fresh Picks Playlist. Follow to stay up-to-date and submit tracks for consideration here. EDM.com Fresh Picks rSun - Without You Hxly xo, THRSHXOLD - swtr Harry Hayes, Lily Ward - Pain Away Disco L

The esteemed promoters at Framework have announced a groundbreaking dance music event scheduled for June 1st in Southern California. Booked for an extended eight hour DJ set at Mandalay Generating Station in Oxnard, CA, Ibiza kingpin Solomun will make history at the first ever public show to be held at an abandoned power plant. Framework has always done exceptional work in transforming unlikely spaces into extraordinary live experiences, but on Saturday, June 1st, the dance music producers will

Fame is often synonymous with visibility, but Johan Röhr has become one of the streaming era's most illustrious shadows. Orchestrating a Spotify discography that outperforms the highest echelons of pop royalty without ever stepping into the spotlight, this Stockholm symphonist has been identified as the mastermind behind over 650 artist aliases on Spotify. Röhr's compositions have amassed a staggering 15 billion streams, according to The Guardian. Röhr's prolific output includes over 2,700 songs

Multi-platinum producer Dzeko is back with another banger this time joining forces with chart-topping rapper Lil Yachty for a track titled ‘Wu Tang.’ The track was meticulously crafted in the studio more than a year ago and is primed to be a weapon to pump the crowds at any dancefloor or festival this spring/summer. Dzeko described the creative process as an exploration of ideas in a press released he shared to EDMTunes. “The song with Lil Yachty came about by hitting the studio literally la