Dance Music News

Tiësto is bringing a marathon set to Morrison, with a return to the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater on tap for November. Set to deliver a branded performance titled "Prismatic," Tiësto is once again poised to elevate the standard for electronic music performances at the majestic open-air concert venue with a landmark four-hour performance.  Tiësto has typically reserved such sets for special occasions and career milestones. His return to Red Rocks is particularly notable, however, considering it'l

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The trailblazing Drum & Bass legend, Mampi Swift, is to celebrate his thirty-year reign in style with a headline show on Friday 5th April at the essential nightlife venue, XOYO London. Jungle and Drum & Bass culture heralds its originators, many of whom are still pushing the boundaries of the genre. London’s Mampi Swift is one of them. From record store clerk at Lucky Spin Records to becoming one of the genre’s most important names, Mampi Swift brings with him a host of top-tier guests t

Ruckus24 is a party for the people, by the people. Created by seasoned veterans of the UK, Berlin and Ibiza nightlife scenes, the event has been inspired by decades of partying and the anarchist ways of the acid-house era. The brand delivers a modern, eye-catching, vibrant occasion complete with a playful atmosphere that has led to many sell out events. Ruckus24 is one of the fastest growing underground parties in the UK; while born in Leeds the party has grown to light up venues across the coun

Wavy, electronic slow jam ‘How Do You Feel?’ is the first official single crafted between childhood friends Frankie Knight and Robert Swaine AKA Submyth. ‘How Do You Feel?’ combines Submyth’s playful basslines and ambient jungle pads with Frankie Knight’s soft keys and lush vocals; reminiscent of Jesse Lanza, FKA Twigs, Ross from Friends and IAMDDB. The track aims to keep alive conversations on how we can progress society to create a more compassionate and peaceful world. Knight says of the

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Twelve years ago, on March 13, 2012, the world of electronic dance music was gifted with ‘Calling (Lose My Mind)’ by Swedish producers Alesso and Sebastian Ingrosso, featuring vocals from Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic. This track not only received critical acclaim but also achieved widespread commercial success, being certified 2x Platinum in Sweden and reaching #1 on Billboard’s US Hot Dance Club Songs chart. ‘Calling (Lose My Mind)’ played a pivotal role in Alesso‘s rise in the EDM scene, marking

Twelve years ago, on March 13, 2012, the world of electronic dance music was gifted with ‘Calling (Lose My Mind)’ by Swedish producers Alesso and Sebastian Ingrosso, featuring vocals from Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic. This track not only received critical acclaim but also achieved widespread commercial success, being certified 2x Platinum in Sweden and reaching #1 on Billboard’s US Hot Dance Club Songs chart. ‘Calling (Lose My Mind)’ played a pivotal role in Alesso‘s rise in the EDM scene, marking

Since its inception in 2012, globally renowned annual music festival Family Piknik has flourished to claim its position as one of the world’s leading festivals, as voted for in the DJ Mag Top 100 Festival Awards in 2022 and 2023. Returning to its idyllic seaside location in Frontignan, South of France, the open-air festival presents a stellar lineup for its two-day event on August 3 & 4, 2024. Welcoming some of the planet’s leading DJs and live acts from the house, techno and hardstyle c

Since its inception in 2012, globally renowned annual music festival Family Piknik has flourished to claim its position as one of the world’s leading festivals, as voted for in the DJ Mag Top 100 Festival Awards in 2022 and 2023. Returning to its idyllic seaside location in Frontignan, South of France, the open-air festival presents a stellar lineup for its two-day event on August 3 & 4, 2024. Welcoming some of the planet’s leading DJs and live acts from the house, techno and hardstyle c

Located in the depths of culture in Hackney Wick, Colour Factory is a well-favourted institute that spearheads a solid plethora of DJs, live acts, bands, crews, and collectives sold out week in and week out. Building on what was a pivotal year for the East London hotspot with names such as Boiler room, Queens Yard Summer Party, and Body Movements to name a few, 2024 is set to be a monumental year for the warehouse, with a fresh load of residents starting from March! Each resident will be feature

Since its inception in 2012, annual music festival Family Piknik has flourished to claim its position as one of the world’s leading festivals, returning to its idyllic seaside location in Frontignan, South of France, the open-air festival presents a stellar lineup for its two-day event on August 3 & 4, 2024.   Welcoming some of the planet’s leading DJs and live acts from the house, techno and hardstyle circuits, Family Piknik attendees will be treated to mesmerising soundscapes from over

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‘It’s funny, I’m sort of doing a reverse Skream! I’m the house DJ turning to bass music, he’s the bass music DJ that turned to house’ – Barclay Crenshaw Barclay Crenshaw, better known currently as house music powerhouse Claude VonStroke, is flipping the script with his brand new alias. After nearly 20 years of service as one of house music’s most loved DJs and producers, he boxes up his iconic Dirtybird brand and puts it to one side. The Barclay Crenshaw Project is born, and a new chapter in

In the game of love, one TikTok user in particular isn't just playing chess—he’s built his own rulebook complete with eight romantic tenets.  Enter Brad Collyer, a TikTok creator well-attuned to the pulse of rave culture. However, his passion for electronic music extends well beyond the confines of the dancefloor, apparently dictating his love life as well. Brad has received some online pushback in the past for his seemingly high standards when it comes to matters of the heart, but his new list

Electronic music superstar Anyma has announced his sophomore album, Genesys Part II. The influential melodic techno producer, who was recently named one of EDM.com's best artists of 2023, will release the new album on March 29th, he revealed today. The record follows last year's fan-favorite Afterlife debut, Genesys. Genesys Part II, a two-pronged album, comprises 21 total tracks. Its first component will feature original music, including recent singles "Pictures of You" and "Higher Power" as we

MEDUZA's ascent to prominence is not merely a tale of musical prowess, but a testament to their deep-rooted belief in the transformative power of sound. The trio, hailing from Italy, has always been driven by a shared vision to redefine the contours of electronic and more specifically, its method of consumption.  Since bursting onto the scene in 2020 with hits such as "Piece of Your Heart" and "Lose Control," MEDUZA have made their mark on the club circuit, including becoming staples in Ibiza wi

‘The legendary Irish music group, The Wolfe Tones, have revealed their final London performance, set to be their largest UK show yet. This historic event will occur at Finsbury Park on Friday, July 5, 2024, commemorating their remarkable 60-year journey. Joining them for this extraordinary celebration will be The Undertones, The Sharon Shannon Big Band, The Scratch, and Brògeal.’ Tickets go on general sale at 9AM on Friday 15 March 2024 from this page on Ticketmaster. Speaking about the show,

Feature Image Photo Credit- Thea Greenfield I’ve been making music for a long time now and in that time I’ve had a few different studio setups. One was almost completely analogue and others have been either hybrid or totally in the box. My preferred setup for speed and ease of use is in the box but they all had their merits.  That said, one of my favourite pieces of studio gear is the Roland VP-03. Currently I own the Behringer VC340 which is an analogue re-creation of this classic s

The $1.8 billion buy-out would include the company's artist services, record labels and popular distribution arm TuneCore. The post Warner mounts bid for Believe & TuneCore distribution appeared first on 5 Magazine.

Set to be housed within the ex-school building in Amsterdam, the new venue is said to be launching next month Continue reading...

Meta Quest gamers are experiencing a whole new level of "Digital Love" after Daft Punk's music joined the illusory realms of Beat Saber. From the iconic vocals of "Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger" to the ageless melodies of "One More Time," Daft Punk have finally sliced their way into the beloved VR rhythm game. The legendary robots were "hands-down one of the most requested artists from fans to add to the Beat Saber lineup," per Meta. The ambitious effort to activate Daft Punk in Beat Saber to

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The Belfast trio join a number of artists who are boycotting the Austin-based festival in solidarity with the people of Palestine Continue reading...