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30 million subcribers is a serious feat and Spinnin’ Records have just passed this incredibly tally. To celebrate this they have launched a special animated series called ‘Infinity’. The series will be available exclusively on YouTube Shorts – preview all of the episodes here This included content from KSHMR, Timmy Trumpet, Gabry Ponte, Lucas & Steve & Lumix. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Spinnin’ Records celebrates being the first recorded music l

Are you prepared for a ceremonial journey led by a sonic alchemist, whose musical vessel transforms the raw energy of hard techno into a transcendent experience? If not, then you better prepare, because Sara Landry has just dropped her highly-anticipated debut album –‘Spiritual Driveby’, Since her debut Boiler Room set in 2023 that amassed over 6 million views which remains the 3rd highest streamed Boiler Room Set of the last 2 years, and her sold out All Night Long tour, Sara Landry, also known

An Overview: What Makes Splash House Special Splash House, the beloved poolside music festival in Palm Springs, once again delivered two back-to-back weekends of sun-soaked fun, electrifying music, and endless good vibes. Hosted at three iconic venues—The Renaissance, Margaritaville, and The Saguaro—this festival merges the best of electronic, house, and disco music with the unique charm of Palm Springs. Whether you’re floating in the pool, dancing at the after-hours Air Museum parties, or r

Original Photo by Blake Daryaie for Splash House Splash House has just announced the August lineups for their 10-year celebration this year. CID, J. Worra, LP Giobbi, Vintage Culture and Wax Motif headline the first weekend of the festival from August 11-13. Drama (Club Set), Flight Facilities (DJ Set), Matroda, Sidepiece, Skream and Tchami top the festival lineup on the second weekend from August 18-20. The traditional after hours at the Air Museum in Palm Springs might be even more stac

The Splash House Vibe & What to Expect What: A three-day poolside music festival focused on electronic, house, and disco music. Expect lots of splashing in floatie-filled pools, dancing poolside, and general revelry. When: August 9-11, August 16-18. Pool parties run from noon to sundown on Saturday and Sunday. The after-hours parties are on Friday and Saturday. Where: Pool parties are hosted at three Greater Palm Springs resorts: The Saguaro, Renaissance Palm Springs, and Margari

Splash House has announced the complete lineup for its August 2024 double weekenders. For over a decade, Splash House has crafted an idyllic summer festival experience in the heart of Palm Springs complete with forward-thinking music curation, a devoted fan community, and boutique resort amenities. The party returns August 9-11 and August 16-18 to take over the storied poolside locales of The Renaissance, Margaritaville, and Saguaro Hotels. This year, Splash House returns its focus to its fa

On the heels of a two-year hiatus from his Spor alias, Jon Gooch – more commonly known by his Feed Me moniker – debuts on mau5trap under his alternate drum & bass persona. Having only previously released on the deadmau5-run label as Feed Me, Gooch now takes to the esteemed tastemaker to deliver his frenetic drum & bass as Spor. Spor’s “Let Me Be” is out now ahead of his forthcoming Cave EP. “My career as Spor ultimately was what led me to meeting Joel in London and signing with mau5trap

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SI The Party presented by Captain Morgan returns for Big Game Weekend 2024 at XS Las Vegas on Feb. 10. Sports Illustrated: The Party will make its XS Las Vegas debut on February 10, 2024 as the event series returns for Big Game Weekend ’24 in Las Vegas. Presented by Captain Morgan, SI: The Party [...] The post Sports Illustrated: The Party Hits Las Vegas for Big Game Weekend appeared first on DJ Life Magazine.

Listen to a banging track we recently came across. Some artists excel at their field of expertise: you see them lead the entire corner of their sound and inspire generations with their techniques. But when was the last time you listened to a man who can do a bit of everything, and do so in proper style? We’ve got news for you today. Meet Sporty-O. Sporty-O Sporty-O is a multi-genre producer and vocalist from Atlanta, whose front has been bridging the gap between EDM and Hip-Hop fo

Spotify has long been at the forefront of blending music with social media, and it seems like they’re gearing up to take that integration to the next level. Rumors are swirling about a new Spotify feature that would allow users to continuously share their music directly through Instagram’s Notes. This potential game-changer, first spotted by app reverse engineer Alessandro Paluzzi, has the internet buzzing with anticipation. Continuous Sharing: The Next Evolution of Music and Social Media?

Spotify and Universal Music Group (UMG) have reached a new multi-year agreement aimed at reshaping their partnership and potentially, artist royalties. The deal is expected to introduce a tiered subscription model with benefits for “superfans.” While specifics are not yet fully disclosed. The agreement signals a shift in how music streaming services and record labels might collaborate going forward. Spotify superfan perks and royalties adjustments UMG’s vision, known as “Streaming 2.0“,

Daniel Ek, co-founder and CEO of Spotify, has built an impressive fortune estimated at $6.7 billion, according to Forbes. This immense wealth positions him as wealthier than any musician in history, which raises many concerns in the industry. Launched in 2008 after being founded in 2006 by Ek and Martin Lorentzon, Spotify has become a dominant force in the music streaming industry. The platform currently boasts over 381 million active users, with 172 million of them subscribing to its premi

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Spotify has successfully resolved a recent widespread outage that prompted some users to speculate about a potential hacking incident. The company quickly clarified that these claims are “completely inaccurate”. On Wednesday, tens of thousands of users faced challenges while using the music streaming service, but Spotify restored functionality within a few hours. They communicated their progress effectively on social media, stating on a post they published on X, “All clear — thanks for your

Spotify recently made headlines after donating $150,000 to support the 2025 inauguration ceremony of President Donald Trump. This contribution was part of the company’s ongoing efforts to establish a more significant presence in Washington D.C. and further the goals of its platform and creators, especially podcasters. A Spotify spokesperson, in an email stated: In addition to the donation, Spotify hosted a pre-inauguration brunch attended by prominent podcasters such as Joe Rogan, Ben Sh

The discussion around AI has become increasingly prevalent over the past year, with the advent of many AI image generation services like Midjourney, OpenAI’s DALL-E, or ChatGPT. AI services, in a way, have been used for a long time but they’re now becoming more intelligent and, more importantly, more open to casual users. Spotify, the leader in music streaming, is now joining the fray with a tool they’re calling simply: DJ. This isn’t the first generative playlist Spotify has launched, but it’

Spotify is taking its AI DJ feature to the next level by launching a Spanish-language version. This exciting expansion introduces the AI DJ beta to select markets in Latin America and Spain. It will provide users with a more personalized and immersive listening experience. New Voice, Same AI Magic The Spanish-language voice for the AI DJ is provided by Spotify’s senior music editor, Olivia “Livi” Quiroz Roa. Users now have the option to switch between hearing Livi or Xavier “X” Jernigan,

Spotify has become the latest service to integrate with Google’s Gemini AI through its Gemini Extension, marking a significant step in enhancing user convenience and music accessibility. Following the rollout of the WhatsApp Gemini Extension, Spotify now joins the lineup of third-party integrations, bringing powerful “play & search” functionality similar to what is found on YouTube Music. However, this new feature is currently exclusive to Android users. How It Works To use the Spoti

Spotify just upped the personalization game with the launch of their first-ever Spanish-speaking AI DJ, “Livi.” This exciting development builds upon the success of the original English-speaking AI DJ, “X,” offering a more tailored experience for Spanish music fans. Just like “X,” whose voice is based on a real Spotify employee, “Livi” brings music discovery to life with a friendly and realistic voice. Olivia “Livi” Quiroz Roa, a senior music editor at Spotify based in Mexico City, lends her

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If you’re an avid Spotify listener, you might have to shell out a bit more to keep those beats going. For the second time in a year, Spotify is raising the prices of its premium subscription plans in the United States.  Starting in July 2024, the price for Spotify’s Individual plan will increase from $10.99 to $11.99 per month, marking a $1 hike. This might seem like a small jump, but it’s part of a 20% increase since 2020. For those sharing an account, the Duo plan will see a $2 rise, going

Just when you thought your monthly subscription was safe, Spotify has decided to raise prices—again. Starting next month, US subscribers will face higher fees for Premium, Duo and Family plans, marking the second increase within a year. Beginning in July, Spotify Premium will cost $11.99 per month, up from the previous $10.99. Duo plans will rise by $2 to $16.99 per month and Family plans will see a $3 increase, bringing the total to $19.99 per month. Spotify justified these increases by stating

Personalized Playlists with a Creative Twist Spotify, the popular music streaming service, has taken playlist creation to the next level with its new feature: AI Playlist. The tool allows users to craft playlists based on written prompts. Whether you’re a seasoned playlist curator or a beginner, AI Playlist pairs powerful personalization technology with artificial intelligence to deliver the perfect musical mix just for you. Spotify’s AI-powered playlist creation feature allows users to