Dance Music News

Las Vegas native Hekler is back on Bassrush Records, this time unveiling a thunderous five-track EP entitled ‘HEK SZN.’ The project follows the previously released lead single “BUMPIN,” alongside BLVCK JVCK, as well as Hekler’s debut album ‘Abyss,’ which was released on the label earlier this year. Hekler leads the EP off with “Work It,” a wildly dynamic destroyer that sees the veteran producer exploring new ground. An upbeat dance-friendly melody brings a nostalgic feel as breakbeat drums a

Long time friends and studio buddies, Tobtok and farfetch’d, finally reveal their 6-track My Friends EP in all its experimental glory. Marking an evolution in sound from their multi-platinum-selling singles of yesteryear, this passion project draws inspiration from all sides of their musical tastes, spanning house through rave, French and glitch with sprinkles of disco and a kick of breaks and drum ’n’ bass. The EP opens up with “I Like When You,” a delightful French piano house tune. Bristl

What would you think if I told you I had a vibey, deep-house track from an artist you’d never expect? If you guessed 4B, congratulations, because his latest single “Haunted” is already one of my favorite tracks of the year. Featuring an ethereal female vocal, some of the best synths around, and a groovy bassline. The drop seamlessly blends together an old school sound with modern house vibes. That low synth that provides the melody of the track is an incredible touch. The second drop is incr

Paul van Dyk and DJ Pierre AKA PHUTURE, two icons of the dance music industry, have teamed up for a brand new 3-track EP, ACID TRAXXX. The EP’s title track, based on PHUTURE’S 1987 single “Acid Tracks” seeks to bridge the gap between classic and contemporary styles. Featuring those signature 303 basslines and squelching acid house synths, ACID TRAXXX is sure to excite fans old and new. Clocking in at over 8-and-a-half minutes long, “ACID TRAXX” is meant to transport you back to an old school

Disco Face, an enigmatic sensation who has skyrocketed to amassing over one million loyal followers across platforms within just one year, has just returned in a huge way.  Following the success of his earlier 2023 single “Daylight,” the masked artist now offers something more profound, as revealed in his debut original single, “Dance With My Demons,” out now via independent label TH3RD BRAIN.  The masked artist is frequently compared to dance icons such as Daft Punk and Marshmello. Howe

Two years post the launch of their groundbreaking album “Dark,” where they redefined the UK Garage genre, Antwerp’s sensation KRANKk is back with a captivating new single, ‘Into My Home’. This track, set to be released under the esteemed electronic label cloudshaper, boasts the vocal talents of the renowned Yann Gaudeuille. KRANKk, consisting of the talented trio – Aram Abgaryan on the keys, Thomas Geysen behind the drums, and Willem Heylen showcasing his prowess on the guitar and electronic

Norwegian producer and composer Niilas (Peder Niilas Tårnesvik) has unveiled another single, ‘Oshea’, on October 20th 2023. This is the second track off his upcoming fourth album River Of Noise, set for release on the 3rd of November 2023. His award-winning music has received widespread acclaim, earning airtime on BBC Radio 1, obtaining recognition and praise from the likes of VICE, Stereogum, Magnetic Magazine and ElectronicGroove. and accumulated over 1 million plays across all platforms. He i

The JLB and the innovative Eastend outfit GRAVY have united their creative forces in the release of their latest record, ‘Too Much Toosh’, set to drop on October 20th. This track defies easy categorization, striving to transcend conventional genres. The JLB is the main moniker of Croydon-raised Jamie Bulled. He has been producing his unique brand of UK Bass music for 10 years. GRAVY is a production duo voiced by Casper a multi-faceted writer, rapper, vocalist, producer, artist and designer occas

MONOWIRE is a mysterious and anonymous phonk producer whose hypnotic beats seamlessly blend electronic, metal, and hip-hop, resulting in a hypnotic cocktail of sound that makes massive waves with every drop. His latest single “POV YOU’RE UNSTOPPABLE” is a thrilling ride from start to finish, fusing screamo and bass house with his unique spin that is guaranteed to get your blood pumping. Sonically, it feels like a blur between Justice & Rezz, truly a sound you don’t hear often which also

Escape Halloween is only a week away. North America’s largest Halloween festival returns to the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino October 27-28. Select tickets are still available. Insomniac has also teamed up with Grand Central Night Market for a special screening of Scream (1996) at the Million Dollar Theater on October 24. RSVPs have sold out, but you can still secure a ticket at the screening, all while enjoying all of the plentiful food the Market has to offer. To help you get in

With a revolutionary sound, Dirt Monkey has a knack for crossing so many genres across the electronic spectrum and succeeding incredibly well. The forward-thinking artist is always one step ahead, and continuously unites the bass music community at festivals such as EDC Las Vegas and Electric Forest. Late-night headline shows with Dirt Monkey always result in top-notch visual production, but most importantly, showcase his signature bass-infused sound we all fell in love with from the start. Seam

Since first breaking into the global electronic scene, multi-instrumentalist Gryffin has earned his name as an unforgettable live act. Known for crafting infectious melodies and captivating beats, Gryffin has delighted fans with a string of smash singles, including platinum certified hits like “Tie Me Down” featuring Elley Duhé. His debut album, Gravity, soared to the top of Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Albums chart in 2019, solidifying his status as a chart-topping powerhouse. In 2023, Gry

It’s been a big year for Nicky Romero, but the biggest is yet to come. The Dutch superstar recently announced his first ever open-to-close solo show “Nightvision”, taking place December 2 at AFAS Live in Amsterdam. The show will take place one day after the release of Nicky’s forthcoming Nightvision EP, which will feature previously released singles like “Give In”, “Mahoya”, and his latest release with TELYKAST and Linney, “Desire.” We recently got the chance to sit down and chat with Nick r

We’ve been buzzing with anticipation every since Disco Donnie Presents & Probably Nothing began teasing their 2024 Texas Eclipse festival in Burnet, TX April 5-9. Well, the wait if finally over, as this 5 day art, music, science, and tech extravaganza has revealed the first wave of artists along with immersive experiences that double as family friendly activities. There’s something for everyone at this festival, from mesmerizing rhythms of jam bands such as STS9, to the massive wubs of Z

Kaskade returns with his new single “Save Me” with Lauren L’aimant, the first from his upcoming REDUX 006 EP, due out on October 27. It’s been two years since REDUX 005, and “Save Me” picks up right where the last EP left off. Featuring euphonious melodies, ethereal vocals, and a minimalistic sonic aesthetic, “Save Me” is the perfect encapsulation of the REDUX sound. It’s after hours, but it’s a vibe that engulfs everyone in the crowd. Speaking of those crowds, Kaskade is currently on a mini

Silhouetted Horizons is the brainchild of Benjamin Hurd, who’s already a well-renowned sound designer and engineer in the highly specialized world of fine art. His work has been showcased at prestigious events and venues such as the Locarno Film Festival, The Venice Biennale, Tate Modern, The British Art Show, The Berlin Biennale, deYoung, Bonniers, The Serpentine, ICA, and various collaborations with Nike. He’s put his talent on displays most recently in his brand new single “Overtone”, a t

Two of NYC’s finest artists – multi-platinum DJ and production duo Disco Fries and 2x Billboard-charting DJ and producer HARBER – have reunited for their anthemic single “Falling For You ft. Syndtherockerkid” out now via Lowly. Disco Fries & HARBER compliment each other in wonderful ways, with an amazing ability to craft catchy, uplifting arrangements powered by a glistening topline that all together feels like a massive hit. It truly is a radio-ready anthem that’s perfect for the Summer

ADE is right around the corner and here to help bolster your soundtrack for this iconic gathering is Chicago’s prolific DJ, producer, A&R, and podcaster Sherm. He’s unleashed a simmering tech house single “Light Show” that is out now via the highly anticipated Hood Politics x Bring The Kingdom ADE Sampler. Sherm has a knack for crafting compelling grooves, seamlessly fusing techno, tech house, and hip hop influences into tracks that stick with you. “Light Show” is no different, featuring

There’s an interesting spoken word phenomenon in the UK that many stateside punters may not be aware of; a combination of the classic, stream of consciousness-style poetry and traditional hip hop-style rap that’s been quite popular in Blighty but never had much of a toehold in North America. Aside from the TikTok famous Louis Theroux jape, “My money don’t jiggle; it folds,” there really aren’t too many modern examples of this mashup on either side of the pond, but it was quite popular in the 90s

Masterfully bridging the worlds of happy hardcore and hardstyle, acclaimed talents Gammer and Dougal have returned, landing on tastemaker label Dancing Dead with “Take It Down.” An explosive single, “Take It Down” nicely explores both artists’ impressive range with its intoxicating melodies and dancefloor-ready production, while it marks their first collaboration in 6 years. The tune immediately kicks off with the help of thumping kicks, while it swiftly transitions towards a series of mind-bend

Alison Wonderland’s Whyte Fang project has been garnering attention from fans all around the world the minute since she announced it, followed by her massively successful debut album GENESIS. Now, she’s back with a booming new single “24 HRS“, one that is guaranteed to light up any DJ set. Its pulsating energy is elevated by a mantra-style vocal, exploring drum and bass, house, and techno is exciting and intriguing ways. Check it out below! This article was first published on Your

Arky Waters is an Australian newcomer who is crafting a unique blend of breakbeat electronica with swelling techno influences, which has a sound that can be likened to a mix between Bicep, Overmono and Godford. Just a few months ago Arky Waters treated us to a very impressive debut ep titled “Arky Sucks”, and now he’s back with a mesmerizing new single, “Take My Time.“ The single whisks you on a beautiful trip to the underground, exploring downtempo and break beat influences backed by a vibr

Born in Joshua Tree, California, Mojave Grey is a dynamic duo crafting a unique brand of electronica known as “desert dance music,” intertwining Western roots, rock elements, and dance beats. Their work, from the beat of the sunrise to the pulse of the sundown, intoxicates and captivates. Comprised of singer Zander Bleck, known for his collaborations with Avicii and Swedish House Mafia, and Michael Pozzi, formerly associated with HBO, they’ve created a unique sound that’s resonated with fans all

YEDM has been following SINES, or rather, its producer Jason Wann, since 2021. With a couple of wickedly-produced, synth-forward albums under the SINES name and a cheeky side project called Blood Oyster, it would be hard not to notice the splash Wann’s made in the electronica world, especially with his female-and-human rights focus. With all his work being quite female-focused and SINES always being intended as a duo, Wann considers Gravity to be said duo’s first album. Now that collaborator, vo

When we were coming up with the list for our Artists To Watch in 2023, Matt Barri was the first name that we added. Though he didn’t end up as the featured artist for the list this year, his unique sound, landing somewhere between emo, electronic, and euphoria, built up immense anticipation for his newly released debut EP, ‘The Only Way Out Is Up‘. Barri is a genius with both the pen, the production, and the mic, with an amazing ability to deeply immersed with every word he sings and note he