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Roland Juno 10 Burr Oak let us know what they can’t live without in the studio. We had the privilege of having this classic hardware synth in the studio for several years thanks to a friend of Julien’s, and this iconic piece of hardware has become an integral part of our music-making process, infusing our tracks with its distinctive melancholic and emotive synth tones. What we love about this synth, like many vintage hardware synths, is how its sound evolves over time. Even more so w

With one of the biggest festival lineups of the year, the excitement surrounding the 2024 edition of Ultra Music Festival in Miami was palpable. This year's festival faced a series of setbacks, including a shutdown due to inclement weather on its first day. Despite these challenges, the spirit of Ultra prevailed and these difficulties did little to diminish its reputation as an unparalleled platform for showcasing the latest and greatest in electronic dance music. Whether through playing their b

Since the dawn of time, the world of dance music has long been dominated by male artists and producers. However, there have been numerous influential women who have left an indelible mark on the genre, paving the way for future generations. From pioneering DJs to innovative producers and vocalists, these seven women have played a crucial role in shaping the sound and culture of electronic dance music as we know it today. Their contributions have transcended gender barriers and inspired count

Ghost In Real Life has released her most defiant single yet, a drum & bass heater called "YCTMWTD (You Can’t Tell Me What To Do)." Out now amid Women's History Month, the track highlights Ghost In Real Life's diverse musical background. The track is a pop-punk-influenced joy ride, forgoing the traditional structure of drum & bass. The halftime-inspired drops are filled with rumbling percussion and winding synths, hypnotizing while an earworm of a vocal ebbs and flows. The recent wave of

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 Klsr - Frequency Geller - Bliss Golfers - Rudiments Dad Sports - take yr time Samuel Or

Surging producer Ahadadream has joined forces with Skrillex to release their electrifying collaboration, "TAKA." Anticipation for the release had been sky-high after a viral moment during Ahadadream's Boiler Room set, wherein he dropped the unreleased track alongside a surprise appearance from Skrillex himself. With its infectious, Afro-house-inspired drums and euphoric breakdown, "TAKA" is impossible not to groove to. Swiss singer-songwriter Priya Ragu's entrancing vocals seamlessly intertwine

Truesoul · TSS012 – Truesoul Sounds – DOSEM Mix from Spain This week we head to Spain with an industry legend – Dosem, who recorded for Truesoul monthly mix series Fusing over a decade of mastering his craft in the studio, along with an unmatched touring pedigree across some of the world’s leading clubbing brands, his fusion of deep textured sounds and driving percussion grooves have driven him to become one of the most influential Spanish artists in the scene. Honing his craft since 2008

The new record, which will land on Bodega's ambient tweets imprint next month, is said to centred around "sleeplessness" Continue reading...

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Live At Leeds: In The Park is a key date in the summer festival calendar for indie enthusiasts and fans of new music. As one of the top emerging festivals in the country, it is guided by Live At Leeds’ tastemakers who showcase essential new names and pioneering favorites in alternative music for 2024. Renowned for its all-day festival vibe and high-energy celebrations, Live At Leeds: In The Park 2024 reaches new heights with today’s announcement of the final lineup additions. Adding to an alrea

In rather unexpected and spicy Techno news, Italian DJ Anyma and Canadian musician Grimes announced their romance. The ‘Welcome to the Opera‘ duo hard-launched their relationship on social media with a post titled Beauty and the Beast, alluding to the Disney Movie. Beauty and the Beast Formerly Elon Musk’s wife, Claire Elise Boucher aKa Grimes has devoted the years of her career to produce acclaimed alternative hits like ‘Oblivion’ and ‘Genesis’. Later on, she dabbled more into DJ

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As I waded through knee-deep puddles leaving Ultra’s flooded Bayfront Park grounds on Friday night, I’ll admit I had my doubts about whether the show could go on. Mother Nature had just delivered a devastating one-two punch, forcing a complete cancellation of opening night after severe thunderstorms, high winds, and tornadic conditions made it too dangerous to continue. My Ultra wristband was soaked, spirits were damp, but little did I know the festival was about to overcome this adversity in ep

NuvolveMusic · Aruhtra – Together ‘Together’ sees Aruhtra building on a stuttered garage groove with a flurry of expert production flourishes. Featuring fluttering synth melodies, intricate percussion and a flowing lead vocal, this is an uptempo 2-step tune with teeth. The vibe is positive and the mix is bright on this masterfully crafted tune from the in-demand DJ and producer. UK born, Aruhtra has continuously thrilled crowds across the globe for the last two decades, from London to Asi

Today, the organizers of Shindig Festival (May 23rd – 26th) revealed that the upcoming 2024 edition will mark the festival’s final installment. The complex events industry environment, along with a pattern of delayed ticket purchases and insufficient Government backing, present escalating hurdles for independent festivals’ sustainability. Numerous events face a comparable fate, with over 20 others regrettably either canceled or opting to bow out this year. Taking place at the Dillington Estate

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Loop.Fans has been built by a highly experienced team with prior experience in building and scaling multiple Web3 projects. This new platform is here to ensure that artists can earn what they deserve from their music while also building, nurturing and rewarding their fan base.  Loop built the world’s first multi-utility NFT technology in 2022, meaning each token can offer a range of benefits that can be viewed, redeemed, and unlocked including exclusive content, event ticketing, private memb

Fully Focus and Sofiya Nzau are trailblazing a new musical sound with their new collaboration, ‘Mwanake‘. Following the viral sensation of ‘Mwaki‘, the duo presents the lead single from Fully Focus‘ groundbreaking EP, ‘Kikuyu House‘. This EP, a labor of love for Fully Focus, sees him seamlessly blending elements of traditional Kikuyu music with the infectious beats of house music, creating a fresh sound that is primed to make waves globally. ‘Mwanake’, the EP’s lead track, serves as a testame

Marking ten years since his passing, join Defected in honouring the enduring legacy of house music pioneer, Frankie Knuckles with a week of content dedicated to the legend’s illustrious career.   Available for pre-order from Monday 25th March, exclusively via DStore, all proceeds of ‘House Masters: Frankie Knuckles’ will be donated to Frankie Knuckles Foundation as it was when the compilation was originally released back in April 2015. In addition to the new vinyl pack will be a dedicated radio

Today, Goldenvoice Surf Club and Sound Nightclub have announced the lineup for Sound Presents. Set to take place on Sunday, April 14th at the Palm Springs Surf Club. Taking over curatorial duties at the brand new daytime event series, Sound will present some of the world’s leading house and techno selectors in a unique desert venue transformed into the ultimate oasis for dancefloor revelers.  Sound Presents at Goldenvoice Surf Club will feature performances from Innervisions label head Âme,

Cynthia Laclé is back with yet another hard-hitting Techno banger for her fans to enjoy; titled ‘Abduction’, this new release is guaranteed to draw in listeners, immersing them in its hypnotic energy and relentless sound. Having consistently been adding unmissable productions to her release catalogue, Cynthia Laclé is quickly becoming one of the most thrilling talents currently on the scene, continually elevating herself to higher heights as she discovers new ways to innovate and excite. Now, wi

The latest vocal Trance heartwarmer just got a deeper treatment for your by-the-beach cocktails. Far and wide, critics absolutely loved ‘Crazy Love‘, the most recent Above & Beyond singalong. Featuring the lovely, iconic vocals of Zoë Johnston, old-school Trance leads and cute soft sounds. We’ve described the track before as “one of those pieces that works flawlessly: every element, every note, every lyric of the vocal. Everything“. And we stand by that. Yet this recent take? Woah, i

No stranger to delivering memorable live performances, Armin van Buuren pulled out all the stops at this year’s Ultra Music Festival, bringing out an incredible group of surprise musical guests during his mainstage set on Sunday. The weekend’s most unexpected moment unfolded as Jon Bon Jovi took the stage to unveil Armin van Buuren’s unreleased remix of the legendary American rockstar’s iconic track ‘Keep The Faith.’ The collaboration came to life after the DJ and producer approached Bon Jov

This past weekend, Miami experienced heavy rainfall causing chaos in the city. Despite this, the Ultra Music Festival made a triumphant return after, unfortunately the evening was canceled on Friday. If you were unable to attend the festival or missed some sets, do not worry. The Ultra Miami 2024 live sets are now starting to appear on YouTube for you to relive the experience from the comfort of your own home. Despite the cancellations thanks to Mother Nature, the Ultra family made an effort

Organisers were forced to abandon day 1 on the Miami-based festival due to flooding and thunderstorms Continue reading...