Dance Music News

Get ready to immerse yourself in disco beats and the magical aura of Carl Cox‘s Purple Party, resurrected right in the heart of Los Angeles! Renowned DJ and music maestro Carl Cox is set to ignite The Spotlight on May 10th with a celebration that promises an amazing show. Cox created the Purple Party as a tribute to the legendary musician Prince at Burning Man. Still, it soon became a popular event that transcended boundaries and captured the attention of party-goers worldwide. This immersiv

Porter Robinson‘s first single from his third artist album has dropped! We finally can confirm, even though we heard from the man himself, that he’s tapping into the 2010-2013 Indie Rock era. Of course, he’s added his own Porter twist to it as well as his own vocals! In an IG Live Porter did with jamesjamesjames, Wavedash, Frost Children, Rezz, and his wife Rika shortly after the song dropped, Porter asked Rika what is one word that could describe the new album. Rika said, with a smil

Croatian DJ and producer Solomun will return to Pacha Ibiza this Summer for his acclaimed Solomon+1 residency. Since its inception in 2013, Solomun+1 has become an Ibizan staple, captivating audiences with its unparalleled energy and musical prowess. This year promises to be no exception, as Solomun prepares to take the stage once again. Solomun’s residency kicks off later than usual, but the magic will still be there in full force. For the first four Sundays of the season, Solomun+1 will f

This week, the New York soul bus was robbed. Fred again.., Four Tet, and Skrillex have come to the rescue raising $12,600 to repair the bus. They famously played in it at Times Square last year before their massive MSG show. A GoFundMe has also been started for the NYC bus. The robbers took everything inside including DJ and sound equipment. Sadly they have a massive Riddim Bus event coming up where the bus is required. Over $20,000 has already been raised thanks to generous ravers. Ci

Nashville might be the home of country music, but in recent years, it has also become a hub for some of the best electronic and underground acts. Promoter, DJ, and talent buyer Austin Knight has been instrumental in nurturing the city’s dynamic electronic music scene through his work at Full Circle Presents. His parents, Jim and Allison Knight, owners of Night We Met and co-owners of Deep Tropics: Music, Art & Style Festival, have also played a crucial role in the city’s burgeoning electroni

From Denver’s close-knit music community, Lev Averbakh aka Since JulEYE is a versatile DJ/producer who has gained recognition for his distinctive bouncy hip-hop beats and electrifying live shows. His in-demand performances have graced festivals such as Summer Camp Music Festival, Gem & Jam, Color Field, and Wavespell, as well as two official Pretty Lights pre-parties in Colorado and Chicago. Lev has shared stages with notable artists including The Floozies, Mersiv, Maddy O’Neal, and Manic Fo

Le Youth has once again captivated the electronic music scene with the release of ‘About Us [Deluxe]’, an expanded edition of his acclaimed album that brings a fresh perspective to his already impressive discography. This latest project not only revisits the essence of the original album but enhances it with five new singles and remixes, offering fans and newcomers alike a deeper dive into his musical universe. A Fresh Take on the Familiar ‘About Us [Deluxe]’ is more than just an album;

Electric Polar Bears, composed of Zero and Snowball, have built quite the exciting brand around their Arctic-inspired identity with pulsating dance beats, creating immersive performances featuring LED heads, confetti cannons, lasers, frost machines, and a penguin parade. Collaborations with Paris Hilton, Nitti Gritti, and CAZZETTE, alongside support from industry giants like Afrojack and Illenium, and performances at Decadence Arizona and Global Dance Festival have all attributed towards cementi

If we've learned anything about Porter Robinson over the years, it's that running the emotional gauntlet of his music is unavoidable. His albums are few and far between, but when they do come, we all willingly plunge into his bitcrushed universe of unfiltered nostalgia. As fans wait with bated breath for his long-awaited third LP, Robinson today released its first single, "Cheerleader." The anime-inspired dance track shimmers like a Tokyo cityscape, fusing bubbly hyperpop and indietronica to del

With the release of their hotly anticipated album Hyperdrama quickly approaching, Justice has unveiled the massive new single ‘Saturnine (with Miguel)’ and shared the album’s full track list and collaborator details ahead of its April 26th release via Ed Banger/Because Music.  “We don’t think we’ve ever made anything that sounds remotely like this track before,” states the band of the song’s epic scope. “It started with Gaspard playing around with an E-mu synthesiser guitar sound, and he fou

Born in Iran but deeply embedded in the Canadian dance music scene, Nostalgix embodies versatility as a DJ, producer, and writer. Infusing her music with a spirited charm and old school flair, characterized by booming basslines and vibrant beats, she is featured on prominent labels like Night Bass and Confession. Embracing a persona reminiscent of the ’90s ‘It Girl’, Nostalgix champions a positive atmosphere within dance music. Her energetic sound has graced esteemed stages worldwide, including

It’s officially spring in North America, and for us, Lane 8’s mixtape dictates seasonal changes more than the calendar date that dictates season changes. Today, enjoy your Wednesday with 38 amazing songs that run for 2 hours and 29 minutes. The mixtape includes 9 unique IDs, and a lot of unreleased This Never Happened tracks. It’s a perfect way to enjoy a hump-day with pure musical joy! First 2024 Mixtape Introducing the first seasonal gift of 2024 – a masterpiece that combines som

Supported by BBC Radio One and Zeds Dead, bass music phenomenon Eater is poised for takeoff with his upcoming Master EP. Out now via Wubaholics, the EP features the title track and the electrifying ‘Melt Your Brain ft. K.V.N.’ ‘Master’ opens with an eerie atmosphere, building tension with haunting pads and a cryptic voice sample. The soundscape explodes with a thunderous bass drop, showcasing Eater’s innovative production style.’ Melt Your Brain’ takes a much more upbeat and energetic approa

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It should come as a surprise to virtually no one that March earns a banner of Dancing Astronaut‘s favorite time of the calendar. Productivity has already plummeted over the last week as Ultra gradually begun its construction within the confines of Bayfront Park, effectively green lighting our longstanding tradition of watching the Bayfront Park Live Beach Cam at all hours of daylight. But before we make our annual trip to Miami for the consensus starting point to the year’s festival season,

It feels like summer already with all these weekly festival lineup drops even though we’re still in March! Today, we got to finally confirm who will be performing at Chicago’s Lollapalooza happening August 1-4 of this year. Set in the downtown Millennium Park, this festival brings together many different genres with the city skyline as a spectacular backdrop. Let’s take a quick look at some of the names that will be flocking to the Windy City. We’ll start with the headliners! The legendary S

Renowned German artist Konstantin Sibold and burgeoning talent Adam Sellouk have fused their musical prowess to unveil the captivating The Dusk & Dawn EP. This collaborative masterpiece, released on Tomorrowland Music, marks a significant milestone as the duo’s inaugural project together. The EP, comprising two tracks, is a testament to the harmonious blend of Sibold and Sellouk’s distinct styles within the realms of melodic house and techno. The EP stands as a testament to the seamless

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One of House music’s biggest emerging names just released a new catchy booty-shaking track. The California-born producer remixed one of Pleasurekraft‘s 2010 classics ‘Tarantula‘. While the original gives out a minimal and eerie vibe, Max Styler‘s remix opens up a different perspective for the song named after the big arachnid. Let’s crawl to the dancefloor and dissect ‘Tarantula (Max Styler Remix)‘. ‘Tarantula’ While the original thrives in its simplistic beat and mysterious melodie

Balearic Sanctuary Beachouse celebrates 10 glorious years with a blissful programme of beach days, candlelit dinners, and parties, including a not-to-be-missed birthday bash.    Located on the palm-tree-lined shores of Playa d’en Bossa in Ibiza, Beachouse has become synonymous with White Isle indulgence, offering a welcoming oasis for guests to dip their toes in the sand and soak up laid-back Balearic vibes. Promising contemporary dining, immersive cultural events and a full, day-to-night guest

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In 2023, the music community held its breath as Michael Bibi stepped away from the limelight, facing one of the most personal and daunting challenges yet.  The news of his cancer diagnosis rippled through the hearts of fans and peers alike, casting a shadow over the dance floors he once electrified. However, as the year waned, a beacon of hope emerged: Michael Bibi announced he was cancer-free and in remission. This signified more than just a personal win; the milestone marked the begi

Entrepreneurial with others at the core of her mission, pyxis is back with yet another stunning example of togetherness, this time with her debut album HEAD2HEAD. Released as part of her HEADSBASS series, a compilation series launched in response to World Mental Health Day back in 2019, the album sees pyxis teaming up with an incredible line-up of producers to deliver us 12 tracks of gorgeous, feel-good D&B. The HEADSBASS compilation series showcases top-tier drum & bass from nea

San Francisco-based RENASSENSE, an artist known for her unfiltered honesty and profound sincerity, melds vulnerability, connection, and authenticity into her music, crafting sounds that invite listeners into a journey of introspection and reflection. Her latest music video, a sexualized exploration of primal passion features the lead single “Lust” from latest EP “Human Experience.” The song and it’s accompanying video encapsulate the magnetic pull of desire and the yearning for connection throug