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Walker & Royce have released their newest album, No Big Deal, via Dirtybird Records. This album should be a big deal, no pun intended, for anyone who loves rhythmic, yet chill Dance music. The album provides ten stellar tracks for all to enjoy as these tracks have soundscapes that complement anywhere that rocks an upbeat vibe. The phenomenal Tech House duo of Walker & Royce had already released six of the ten pieces of No Big Deal on two separate EPs, Part 1 and Part 2, of the same title

Last Thursday, March 21 in Miami Beach, music lovers gathered at the Surfcomber Hotel pool party to witness a spectacle unlike any other. Mau P, brought his infectious beats all the way from Amsterdam to the magic city of Miami. The crowd was buzzing with excitement, knowing that they were in for a night to remember. As Mau P took to the stage, the energy in the air was palpable. His music had a way of transcending boundaries and bringing people together, and on this night, he did not disapp

Nearly 25 years after forever changing the fabric of digital music distribution, it seems Napster is still focused on innovation. This time around, they're experimenting with a more unconventional form of marketing: fortune cookies.  Napster, which is now a streaming service, has partnered with OpenFortune, a marketing company whose mission is rooted in promoting brands through fortune cookies distributed to restaurants. Their campaign will embed papers with QR codes into cookies to promote indi

After teasing new music at some of the biggest stages in the world, including EDC Mexico and Tomorrowland Winter, the next chapter of Alesso is finally here. His latest single, "Zig Zag," has arrived via Capitol Records. A conduit for crowd-control, "Zig Zag" offers fans a hypnotic listen. Subtle percussion and a mesmerizing vocal sample slither through the mix to entrance them before the arrangement builds into a minimalistic and infectious drop. Alesso is preparing for yet another big year in

With festival season on the horizon, the latest high-powered, mainstage-ready collaboration has arrived in the form of "16," a new track from Hardwell, Maddix and Blasterjaxx. Arriving by way of Hardwell's Revealed Records, "16" is a relentless festival anthem that perfectly captures each of the Dutch producers' signature sounds in 2024. The track masterfully showcases their production expertise, delivering a big room-influenced beat with tinctures of techno. Hardwell, Maddix and Blasterjaxx are

One People, the freshly minted Defected Records offshoot, has tapped AMÉMÉ for his latest Afro-house track, "Wild Animal." "Wild Animal" is as infectious as it is electrifying. The track beautifully captures the essence of the EDM.com Class of 2023 alumni's sultry sound, instilling haunting grooves through its percussive elements. With a driving beat that'll keep everyone moving all night long, "Wild Animal" also beautifully speaks to the vision of One People. The label aims to "orchestrate a so

When the beat drops at Defqon.1, the world listens. The world's preeminent music festival for hard dance has once again shattered expectations, unveiling a colossal lineup of over 350 artists and a closing ceremony that promises to etch itself into the annals of festival lore.  From the 27th to the 30th of June, Biddinghuizen will transform into a sanctuary for the hardstyle faithful. Defqon.1, an annual pilgrimage for over 250,000 fans, embarks on its 20th edition with an electrifying roster fe

We’ve been hotly anticipating the release of Sinners‘ latest compilation ‘Brightness Pt. 2.’ This innovative label has a knack for curating lineups of ridiculously talented artists that blow my mind. And let me tell you, they’ve truly outdone themselves this time around. Just look at the names gracing this tracklist. Reading the artists featured gets us giddy with excitement. I’ve had Esoteric Circle‘s breathtakingly atmospheric sounds on repeat lately, getting lost in their lush, gauzy textur

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