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Ex-Global Head of Publisher Licensing Adam Parness has claimed that Spotify’s new subscription service scheme is “misguided and unfair” Continue reading...

Spotify sees another major re-shuffle! Spotify‘s Global Head of Music, Jeremy Erlich, is departing the music streaming giant. He will be transitioning to an advisory role through February 2025 as reported by Hits. Erlich is likely to commence an entrepreneurial journey after his exit February end which is yet to be announced. The now soon-to-be former Head of Music’s tenure of 5 years was laced with growth and expansions for Spotify over the years. Jeremy’s stint saw the streaming platform doub

As of 2022, Spotify boasts around 82 million songs from over 11 million artists and creators. For around 433 million active monthly listeners, that’s a lot of music to have to sift through to find something you aren’t listening to. Plenty of Spotify playlists exist to help users find more music, as it can be broken down by genre or activity. Then there’s Discover Weekly, New Music Friday, etc., that promote new music on a more consistent basis. A friend, @christyhayekart, recently turned me ont

Pulse Events returns with its third annual Spring Festival: Lunar New Year Celebration. Its the biggest event yet at the famed Brooklyn venue Avant Gardner‘s Great Hall. Expanded to three days, Spring Festival will take place the weekend of the New Year, from Thursday, January 30, to Saturday, February 1, honoring the Year of the Snake. Fittingly, global icon DJ Snake will cap off the event on night three, while the melodic dubstep icon ILLENIUM will ignite it on night one, and DJ DIESEL also kn

An album beloved of fans since its release in March 2004, Ultravisitor is one of the most popular records in Squarepusher’s discography. A distinctive blend of studio and live recordings, it’s an excellent showcase for the diversity of his music; from the anthemic title track, through the breakneck mayhem of ‘Steinbolt’, to the sunlit bliss of ‘Tommib Help Buss’ and beyond. For the 20th anniversary, Warp is proud to present this expanded deluxe version – a limited edition one-time pressing,

In early 2021, if you were following Squnto on social media, you probably saw some really troubling posts. For a period of a few months, the EDM community was focused on his out of character actions and beliefs as he shared them frequently on Twitter and Facebook. Many of the things he said were racist, homophobic, or worse, and screenshots of DMs where he would use slurs were common. Even then, many felt that this sort of behavior was not the result of “just” drug use. In a new post from Squnt

‘Up To The Top‘ is the explosive new single by SRNDE, Titanz, & Martin Noiserz. It features Scarlett’s powerful and captivating voice. This track combines cutting-edge electronic production with anthemic pop sensibilities, creating an irresistible fusion of energy and emotion. The song’s dynamic arrangement and infectious melodies are designed to lift listeners and inspire them to pursue their highest aspirations. Lyrically, ‘Up To The Top‘ is a celebration of perseverance and ambition.

One of electronic music’s hottest rising talents St. Mary has teamed up with GRAIL for their first release of the new year, “RELIGION” out on Lowly. LA-based producer St. Mary hails from the small island country of Cyprus. She has quickly become one electronic music’s most innovative new producers. Her new release “RELIGION” with GRAIL uses soft piano keys to paint a serene soundscape as the record commences. Beautifully distorted vocal synth work acts as a call to action as RELIGION progres

St.Sinny is a talented DJ/ Producer with a sense of humor. His name is a humorous jab at an ever-changing but over-saturated industry. For far too long, songs, attitudes, and even wardrobe choices have been copied and remade in the hopes of fitting in; St.Sinny wants to forge his own route through eclectic, intuitive, and original creations that are free of creative constraints.  It’s clear to hear this attitude in his music, especially his latest single, “LeftRight“, out today on Pharaoh Phoni

Listen to a banging track we recently came across. If you know where to look, you’ll begin to notice good music doesn’t always come from your typical chart-topper superstar. Talented people exist on all levels of the industry, and we’re so glad to have given the following artist a play. One artist, mind you, who blew us away with a catchy sound and quite the technique. Meet Staches. Staches Hailing from the country that divides the Americas into two continents, Panama, Staches is

Police and festival organisers were warned of a disturbance at the Forest Area on Saturday evening during the event Continue reading...

The organizers of Stagecoach, the massive country music festival, have invited some unexpected guests to the honky-tonk. The Chainsmokers and Marshmello, two acts more accustomed to bass drops than steel guitars, will be saddling up in the Coachella Valley this weekend. The EDM superstars will throw down at Diplo's HonkyTonk, a stage blurring the lines of country and dance music. Other notable DJs performing at Diplo's curated stage over the weekend include Cheat Codes, Cloonee, Dillon Francis a

Hailing from Madison, Wisconsin, bass producer/DJ Phil Parhamovich, better known as Star Monster, is a multi-instrumentalist who blends elements of experimental hip-hop with high energy dubstep. First debuting in 2017, Star Monster has captivated audiences with his dynamic sound and hypnotizing live sets, which have taken him to marquee festivals like Burningman, Emissions, and Stilldream, in addition to his own solo tours throughout North America and beyond.  Star Monster today stands at the u

Versatile in his talents, DJ, producer, and visual artist Star Monster recently unveiled his inaugural release of the year, “DIMENSIONS.” This track emerges on the heels of a triumphant string of performances comprising his ‘DIMENSIONS’ tour, where audiences were treated to an immersive audiovisual spectacle spotlighting his innovative ‘Star Monster Show’ concept. “DIMENSIONS” serves as a compelling representation of Star Monster’s ongoing evolution and expertise within the wonky deep dubste

For the idealistic minds behind the producers of music festivals, one question often gnaws like a spider in the brain: can a stage be more than just a platform? For Heather Shaw, it's a resounding "yes." Shaw is the designer of Coachella's brand-new Quasar stage, which propelled electronic dance music as one of the iconic festival's biggest draws in a year teeming with unforgettable rave moments. As the founder and CEO of Vita Motus Design Studio, Shaw has executed phantasmagoric stages for EDC,

2024 has been a milestone year for both Tarmo and Starmode, with a total of seven new tracks dropped, showcasing their continued synergy as a powerful duo in the electronic music scene. Over the years, they’ve consistently delivered compelling tracks, solidifying their dynamic partnership. Their 2021 hit single, ‘Need You’, amassed over 500,000 streams on Spotify, marking a major success that resonated with fans worldwide. Now, Tarmo and Starmode are back with their latest release, ‘All I Need’.

STARSIGNS is back on Lost In Dreams Records with their highly anticipated debut EP, ‘FIRE SIGNS‘. Following the release of their lead single, ‘Leo (Flicker),‘ earlier this year, the trio comprised of yetep, Manila Kila, and MYRNE is ready to take listeners on a journey through the cosmos with their latest project. Inspired by golden-era EDM and infused with a touch of the astral, ‘FIRE SIGNS‘ pays homage to the fire signs of the zodiac (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius). The EP showcases STARSIGN

"This collection offers a glimpse into my journey thus far, with the anticipation of more to come." Continue reading...

Electronic Music production duo Stefanno b2b Julianno unleash their latest sonic offering to their listeners. Out now via Addictive Sounds, the pair put forward their two-track Melodic Techno/Progressive EP, ‘Time Loop,’ showcasing their signature sound yet again with more fresh and engaging music. With a musical journey that continues to be driven by their passion for Electronic Music and their craft, Stefanno b2b Julianno shows their commitment and dedication time and time again, keeping their

As autumn sets in and ADE season approaches, Stefanno b2b Julianno deliver a mix that captures the vibrant energy of Amsterdam’s nightlife. Drawing inspiration from the city’s streets and the pulse of its dancefloors, the duo have crafted a selection that reflects their love for dynamic, high-energy records. With their upcoming trip to ADE, this mix serves as the perfect preview of the excitement to come, setting the tone for a season filled with unforgettable music and shared experiences on the

The Romanian duo Stefanno b2b Julianno offer Progressive House sounds with the release of their track, ‘Eclipse’ via ANAMELI Records. With its driving energy and evolving sound, this latest Stefanno b2b Julianno original sees the duo maintaining their signature style, crafting a production poised to captivate listeners as it welcomes them into an immersive soundscape.   Having been building on their creative efforts since first stepping onto the Electronic Music scene, Stefanno b2b Julianno rema

The sound we know and love Stefano Ierardi for is back in action, as he leads us into a new decade along with his anticipated single “Hello World” It rocks an upbeat, four-on-the-floor groove matched with classic rave synths and a thick bassline. Chords strike at just the right moments, working in all the feels before dropping it again. It seems there’s no slowing down for the vetted artist and his latest discography. With his name firmly on the radar of EDM fans, Stefano has set himself up to

We’ve got an absolute killer track today for you. When two gigantic minds collide, good things tend to happen. This is a case in point. DJ-producer phenoms Steller and AG have joined forces to create a unique production which offers the best of the Bass genre, yet is driven in a very hypnotic direction. Their track is called ‘Digital Delusion‘, and is out now. Steller is a rising star in the Dance scene, renowned for her unique sound and energetic performances. Her music blends heavy bas

StéLouse has always been a go-to figurehead when it comes to the electronic scene and future bass production. His latest release on Dim Mak is no exception with a dark mysterious drum and bass inspired build up before climaxing into the melodic and inspiring future bass sound that he built his original project on.  As one of the founding members of the future bass golden era of SoundCloud of 2014 remixing popular artists such as ODESZA, Doja Cat and more. StayLoose followed up with his debut

In his new EP, VEGGIE GAMES, INFEKT proves that his creative nutrients are anything but depleted. Planting seeds of chaos that blossom into a wild garden of riddim, he takes his "organic dubstep" sound to new heights in the project, out now via Monstercat. The rising electronic music superstar called VEGGIE GAMES his "proudest work to date" after a determined period of painstaking work on the technical side of his production. "Over the last year I've progressed so much in sound design, mixdown,