Dance Music News

The non-profit organisation is partnering with IMS Ibiza and AlphaTheta for the inaugural charity cycle event Continue reading...

Building on the success of her January release, ‘Can’t Remember Your Name,’ Elohim continues to pave the way for her forthcoming album with the unveiling of ‘Tiny Human.’ Drenched in a dark, dance-infused ambiance, ‘Tiny Human’ diverges from the luminosity of its predecessor. The track delves into the insignificance of individual existence within the vast cosmos. It evokes a sense of humility in the face of life’s grandeur. Right when the drop hits, you will think of Rezz and her signature s

This is the first time the pair have co-released a track in over a decade Continue reading...

MATE Records · Rafa Santos (Franck Roger remix) – Where Is The Clubbing? (MATE014) Spanish label Mate welcomes Rafa Santos and Franck Roger for a new deep house EP that shows the kids how it’s done. It is Santos who serves up the originals starting with ‘Where Is The Clubbing?’ which has depth but also drive – rich pads swirl about over the supple kicks and clipped vocals bring the soulful little hooks. French maestro Franck Roger remixes with a little more swing and a stripped-back, lat

We all know about StubHub by now. Many use the third party site for tickets to various events all around the world. Now, it’s been reported that the major player in online ticket resale markets is aiming for an initial public offering (IPO) by late summer 2024, targeting a valuation of $16.5 billion. According to The Information, StubHub is testing investors’ appetites for cash-strapped companies as the firm has piled up more than $2 billion in debt. Additionally, CNBC has discovered that St

The suit is stacked against the Ticketmaster parent company, Wall Street Journal reports Continue reading...

Here is “Now Love Will Begin,” a song that mixes different types of music by trance superstar Armin van Buuren and techno superstar HI-LO. ‘Now Love Will Begin’ is a groundbreaking mix of techno’s pulsing beats and trance’s euphoric melodies. It was premiered on “A State of Trance” and was a standout track in Armin van Buuren and HI-LO‘s much-talked-about B2B set at A State of Trance Rotterdam. People who hear the song are taken on an exciting trip through both genres, which lights up dance

Win a DJ set at Ushuaïa Ibiza this summer, expert career mentorship, and more. After crowning breakout stars Us Two in 2023, ANTS begins fresh search for the next generation of DJ talent. Visit unitedants.com for more info  ANTS is a global event series renowned worldwide for its creativity, passion and dedication to unearthing future stars. Today it commits to that mission once more, as it begins a fresh search for the next generation of DJ talent. The ANTS: Next Gen Artist Program builds o

Jax Jones, Sonny Fodera, Tita Lau, and more exciting names have been announced for Radio 1 Dance: Malta, taking place on Saturday 17 August 2024 at UNO Malta. Radio 1 will be heading to Malta this summer for a dance-fuelled night packed full of some of the freshest music and hottest DJ sets. Acts announced include (in alphabetical order): Plus more names to be announced in the coming months. Danny Howard says: “Radio 1’s mission to keep us raving all summer continues as we announce the

‘10:10’ celebrates 10 years of his NTS Radio residency featuring Angel D’lite, Sepehr, and more Continue reading...

Ibiza’s premier sunset spot Café Mambo is opening its milestone 30th birthday year with a bang, with sets from Grammy-nominated Chicago house legend Felix da Housecat and renowned Dutch tech-house heavyweight Ferreck Dawn ushering in a new decade in style from 6pm on Friday 19th April. The night will also feature sets from long-standing Mambo residents Jason Bye, Andy Baxter and Ryan McDermott — a fitting way to celebrate Mambo’s legacy. Synonymous with spectacular West Coast sunsets and

Thirteen years ago, a powerhouse collaboration between Afrojack, Pitbull, Ne-Yo, and Nayer produced ‘Give Me Everything’, a track that became a global phenomenon. Released in 2011, this single not only topped charts around the world but also became an anthem of the summer, encapsulating a spirit of carefree celebration. ‘Give Me Everything’ showcased a perfect blend of Afrojack‘s electrifying EDM beats with Pitbull‘s energetic rap verses, Ne-Yo‘s smooth R&B vocals, and Nayer‘s sultry hoo

As the sun set over the Empire Polo Fields in Indio this past weekend, the Coachella Valley was transformed once again into a whirlwind of spectacular sounds, iconic guests, and eye-popping productions for the first of its two weekend runs in 2024. While stacked lineups and idyllic festival scenery are yearly guarantees, this edition debuted some major innovations and unexpected thrills that kept the energy stratospheric across all three days of music. The brand new “Quasar” stage Perhaps the

While the price of Spotify’s monthly subscription fee is increasing yet again, we will have access to a new feature. It’s rolling out TikTok-inspired remix features within its own space. What does that mean? According to the Wall Street Journal, Spotify is developing tools that would allow paid subscribers to “speed up, mash-up, and otherwise edit” tracks from their favorite artists, which could then be saved for repeat listening. According to the WSJ, Spotify will likely make some of these

As the lights of Coachella's fabled Sahara stage bathed fans, Steve Angello unleashed the enduring spirit of Swedish House Mafia during an epic closing set. Angello took us on a journey in Indio over the weekend, where his set culminated in the euphoric reveal of a long-awaited Swedish House Mafia's song, tentatively titled "Lioness." The unreleased track, destined to dominate the festival circuit just as their 2023 anthem "Ray of Solar" did, reverberated through the crowd with its majestic choi

Over the weekend at Coachella's Do LaB stage, Alison Wonderland and Kaskade sparked a technicolor dream for dance music fans by previewing their first collaboration. It was the type of surprise that may have been mistaken for a mirage in the desert of Coachella. However, it was hardly anything of the sort. Alison Wonderland and Kaskade indeed delivered a surprise b2b set that resonated like a pulse through the veins of the Do LaB stage.  Despite their distinct soundscapes—Alison's emotive, bass-

The pursuit of a perfect martini is giving way to the pursuit of a cancer-free future at "Cocktails for a Cure," a philanthropic event in Los Angeles raising money for children's cancer research. Scheduled for Wednesday, April 17th, the private event is fundraising for St. Baldrick's Foundation, the nation's largest charitable funder of childhood cancer research grants. A child is diagnosed with cancer every two minutes worldwide and one in five in the United States will not survive, according t

If there's anyone to provide the soundtrack of a walk-on-air summer rave, it's Chris Lake. The house music superstar has announced "Black Book on the Pier," a two-day takeover of the Brooklyn Army Terminal by his esteemed imprint, Black Book Records.  Scheduled for July 19-20, the shows will each feature a headlining performance by Lake, who is fresh off a monster performance at Coachella alongside his Anti Up bandmate, Chris Lorenzo. Lorenzo is poised to perform a solo set at "Black Book on the

Music’s favorite couple has been spotted once again. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were spotted at Coachella dancing their feet away to Dom Dolla. One of the best parts of the video is Ice Spice 3rd wheeling in the background. This is a win for dance music and I’m sure all the swifties are thrilled to see them dancing together. Dom Dolla’s hit ‘Saving Up’ can be heard in the background; who doesn’t love that track? The highlight of his set came when Nelly Furtado, who delighted onlooker

The collaborative project between Monkey Shoulder, Worldwide FM, and Gilles Peterson was launched with a panel and Q&A session on the future on the future of grassroots music Continue reading...

ULTRA Worldwide’sesteemed underground series RESISTANCEwill continue its celebrated U.S. club residency during Miami Race Week from Friday, May 3 – Saturday, May 4, 2024, atM2 Miami. Since launching during Miami Music Week 2023 with four sold-out nights, RESISTANCE Miami welcomed underground music lovers to M2 on Saturdays throughout the fall/winter, and recently concluded an impressive five-night run during Miami Music Week 2024. The residency has showcased some of the world’s most in-deman

The London-based Producer and DJ IND:RA unveils his newest Melodic House & Techno release, ‘Remember Me’ via Panda Lab Records. A multi-genre talent, IND:RA is no doubt keeping the bar raised as he brings this brand-new, captivating release for his fans to enjoy; as he continues to build a production catalogue detailed with must-listen tracks, this talented Producer and DJ surely maintains his determined drive, continuing with an unstoppable momentum to stand out and carve a unique way withi

Freekbass returns with another release, presenting a Funk/Disco rework of his own track, ‘I Know You Do,’ with his ‘I Belong To The Light’ remix. Having just dropped his production, ‘Change My Mind,’ Freekbass is continuing to keep his momentum high as he builds a production catalogue filled with unique productions. With this latest track, Freekbass invites listeners to delve further into his vibrant sonic world as he welcomes them on an auditory adventure through an immersive soundscape. A

Canguru unveils his new Trap single, ‘West Goes The Sun’, bringing a production unique in sonic makeup and distinct in musical character: a refreshing listening experience, this latest track from the talented Producer places his originality in the spotlight, offering a soundscape that serves to highlight his diverse range of influences and varied musical background. With a production style that blends elements from genres like Alternative Dance, Melodic Techno, and Alt-Hip-Hop, Canguru has c

DJ Dris is back with his next powerful release, this time bringing mesmerizing vibes with an Afro House track titled ‘Ethereal,’ featuring vocals from the talented Olivia London. Released through Born Digital Music, the production offers listeners dreamy vibes, inviting them on an enchanting musical journey that will no doubt captivate. With a signature style that continually results in impactful music, whether bringing high energy through groovy productions or creating tracks moving in soni