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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

Bass don SNAILS has finally released his long awaited SNAILED IT MIX Vol. 8 “Return To Slugz City“. This isn’t your average compilation mix; it’s a journey deep into SNAILS’ creative lab over the past few years. His longtime fans are in for a treat with this one since its been 5 years since the release of his volume 7 mix. Here’s what Fred had to say about the mix: “For so long I’ve been holding myself to show you all this new music I worked on these past few years! Now has come the time

The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds inspired by the scene of yesteryear. EDM.com's weekly Fresh Picks series discovers new music and unearths influential tracks that help define 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 Kasbo - Blur Ordley - Be There 4 U LORA - bittersweet Rome in Silver, Lhasa Petik - idgaf Ross from Friend

After a four-year hiatus since their acclaimed sophomore effort, Pleasurekraft return with their third and final album, On Growth and Form. Amidst a backdrop of global upheaval, including a pandemic, concurrent wars, political polarization, and existential threats from climate change and artificial intelligence, this album stands as a testament to human resilience and creativity. As on previous albums, the album’s opening track sets the thematic stage for the musical journey ahead. On the op

We recently sat down with the latest sensation in Dance music, gamer and YouTuber Vikkstar. We’ve had numerous people of the Dance spectrum in our space for a chat, from established legends such as Hardwell, Ferry Corsten and Carl Cox, to soon-to-be heroes of their niche, photographing their words at that particular point in time. But we’d never had a Sidemen with us! There’s a first time for everything, they say. Vikkstar Vikkstar made an appearance on the internet quite a while ago

California-born Max Styler returns to Experts Only with another high-energy release built for the main stage, ‘Lights Out.’ It features the perfect rolling bass to get your body moving to the beat. The male vocal is hypnotic in nature and complements the other brain-tingling synths. No stranger to John Summit’s circle, Styler’s previous label releases include the two-track ‘Wanna Dance / Rock The House’ and ‘Fly With Me‘ as Habitatt.  After an unforgettable Miami Music Week 2024, perform

On May 4, 2015, the world of electronic dance music was treated to a spectacular collaboration between two of the genre’s biggest names, Martin Garrix and Tiësto, with the release of ‘The Only Way Is Up’. This track not only highlighted the unique talents and styles of each artist but also captured the essence of what makes EDM so thrilling. ‘The Only Way Is Up’ features a catchy melody built around distinctive vocal snippets that lead into euphoric chords, taking the listener on an upliftin

We have all witnessed Michael Bibi’s challenging year as he battled CNS Lymphoma. However, he successfully emerged cancer-free and in remission after undergoing six months of treatment. Upon his return, he surprised his fans with a set at Ibiza, his first performance since his diagnosis. He has also since announced his One Life tour, and recently played an incredible extended set at the new Qasar stage at Coachella. Something new today, is Michael Bibi’s Clothing Collection. One Life Clothi

Award-winning DJ and producer FISHER is working with Jennifer Lopez on a new version of Lopez’s iconic 1990s hit “Waiting For Tonight,” which will set the mood for summer 2024. The song comes out May 3rd on FISHER’s own label, Catch & Release. What makes “Waiting For Tonight” different from the original Jennifer Lopez hit that became a worldwide hit in 1999? Lopez was nominated for her first Grammy at the same time the record broke into the Top 10 on several Billboard charts and went multi-

Daft Punk’s Interstella 555 is set to land in North American cinemas from June onwards Continue reading...

It’s that time of the week in which we embark in a celestial soundscape. South African, LA-based producer Jono Stephenson return to Purified Records with ‘Midnight Sun’ feat. Australian musician Haptic. Shall we fade into this surrealistic evening sunlight? ‘Midnight Sun’ Known for deep, melodic, and beautiful grooves, Purified Records remains one of the strongest labels for progressive and melodic House and Techno. ‘Midnight Sun’ joins the ranks as one of the most powerful tracks thi

MYTHM is one of Canada’s rising stars in the bass music scene and on April 26, he unveiled his debut album, Mind of Madness. The label that MYTHM released Mind of Madness on is Zeds Dead‘s awesome, bass-pumping record label, Deadbeats, and the album is a must-hear for fans who always love great helpings of bass in their eardrums. In short summary, this album brings out explosions of creativity in terms of outstanding, innovative musical sounds and it may become the launching pad for the rising b

Verknipt, the renowned hard techno event organizer, is gearing up for their most monumental event yet – Verknipt ArenA. This electrifying festival is set to take place on Saturday, July 20th, 2024, at Amsterdam’s iconic Johan Cruijff ArenA, with a staggering capacity of 40,000 visitors. As anticipation reaches a fever pitch, Verknipt has decided to give fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the meticulous preparations leading up to the event through their new video series, Road to Verknipt

Sven Fields is gaining more stripes in the renowned Tech House scene as we speak. With his work catching the attention of a lot of big artists like Loco Dice, it’s time for his third track ‘Fuego’ to be released on his own label, Fields Vision. Just under 2 weeks ago, on April 19, 2024, Sven dropped a free download called ‘ZeZe’ on his SoundCloud page, continuing to provide his musical colleagues and fans with his creativity and freshness. His last official release on Fields Vision was on Ja

Get ready to elevate your underground dancefloor experience with this massive collaboration between Alan Fitzpatrick and HI-LO. Oliver Heldens has been on a tear with HI-LO and is certainly continuing with ‘Gimme The Word.’ Exclusively on his label HILOMATIK. This peak-time techno banger is fueled by a groovy swing that’s guaranteed to keep you moving. Featuring a hypnotic kickdrum that’s as infectious as it is driving, and backed by a captivating vocal hook that will have the crowd chanting

Prepare for an electrifying journey as W&W reunites with Vini Vici to unleash their latest collab! Following the monumental success of ‘Chakra’, the dynamic duos return to Rave Culture with an explosive new anthem that’s set to dominate festivals worldwide. Drawing from the timeless melodies of Mozart‘s ‘Eine Kleine Nachtmusik’, W&W and Vini Vici infuse their signature styles into the iconic composition, producing the adrenaline-fueled marvel: ‘Rave Mozart’. Brace yourself for pulsat

It was only last year when Allegra broke the dance music scene when she worked alongside the legend Tiësto for a remix of her single ‘Round & Round’. An instant hit, this remix helped propel her into the spotlight, receiving the #1 spot on the Music Week Commercial Pop Chart. Now following up on that in style, Allegra presents a brand new remix of her single ‘Love You Right Back’ by none other than ALOK. Released via Radikal Records, the Alok remix of ‘Love You Right Back’ is a fast

"Can you see me?" sounds like a rhetorical question. But for Rezz, it's as tangible as the dark magic in her album of the same name. Rezz's tendrils are creeping into the wider consciousness as she claims the mantle of electronic music's necromancer supreme. She's no longer a whisper in the shadows—the prophecy of 2017's breakout debut, Mass Manipulation, is coming true. "I can't explain to you how much that matters to me. I want to be influential," Rezz tells EDM.com in an exclusive interview.

The kickstart of every year on the white isle is marked by a myriad of grand openings on the clubbing calendar. For those in the know, the iconic CircoLoco remains the prominent beacon that beckons an international crowd that ignite with underground music and stand aside from the masses. A true clubbing culture that has been cultivated by providing the worlds greatest parties since their first inception. Stepping foot into the venue is akin to coming home. To review one of your already favourit

The newest permanent exhibition from Meow Wolf, the renowned organizer of immersive events, will take root in a movie theater in Los Angeles, the brand revealed today. A longtime favorite of the electronic dance music community, Meow Wolf's experiences are not mere exhibitions—they are gateways to alternate realities. The company's visionary artists and storytellers develop mind-warping hallways, illusory labyrinths and secret rooms teeming with otherworldly creatures, empowering visitors to sha

Miami’s legendary nightclub, Club Space, will undergo renovations and safety improvements at its 11th Street location, prompting a temporary closure starting June 2nd. The venue teased a fall reopening on their Instagram page, ensuring fans they’ll be back dancing soon. The hiatus is necessary to improve safety measures and comply with building codes, as Club Space co-owners Coloma Kaboomsky, David Sinopoli, and Davide Danese explained to Resident Advisor. This involves demolishing one

Tiësto, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike (DVLM), and Gabry Ponte have released their own cover of ‘Mockingbird’, Eminem’s hit single from 2005. For this cover of ‘Mockingbird’, it represents another collaborative effort between Tiësto and Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike since they released their cover of ‘Thank You (Not So Bad)’ with W&W and Dido (which currently, it is garnering over 130 million streams on Spotify). The track is out now via the Musical Freedom record label. Tiësto play

The 10-minute rework is out now via Dekmantel Continue reading...