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After two years, Ultra Music Festival finally returns to Miami — and at Bayfront Park, no less. As always, the festival will be live streamed for everyone who isn’t there. The first day’s stream will feature sets from Ookay, Sullivan King, Timmy Trumpet, SVDDEN DEATH presents VOYD, Martin Garrix, Pendulum, and more. (Full schedule below.)   Photo via Rukes.com This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: ULTRA RETURNS! Watch The Friday 2022 Live Stream Here

After three successful editions of Road To ULTRA Hong Kong, the much-anticipated first ULTRA Hong Kong event will take place this September. It will be the first ULTRA Worldwide event in the area since 2018 when ULTRA Hong Kong 2024 takes place. ULTRA Worldwide has just announced the first edition of ULTRA Hong Kong. This will be the first ULTRA Worldwide event in the area since 2018. The event will take place at Central Harbourfront Event Space in Central, Hong Kong, on September 14, 2024. It

The anticipation for Ultra Music Festival’s 25th-anniversary celebration is at all-time high as the iconic festival unveils its RESISTANCE lineup. This year, the festival will mark this significant milestone with a lineup that promises to be unforgettable. One of the most exciting announcements is the world debut of Carl Cox’s ‘Evolution’ live show, which will close out the inaugural Carl Cox Invites’ stage takeover. With a stellar lineup of renowned DJs and producers, including Adam Beyer, Rich

For the first time in its history, ULTRA Worldwide is heading to the Middle East. In 2008, Ultra began transporting the unrivaled experience from the Miami flagship festival to destinations around the globe with ULTRA Worldwide. The brand produces international festivals in all six inhabited continents, having hosted events in more than 30 countries including Argentina, Australia, Brasil, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, India, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Singapore, South Africa and so many more. Fr

Ultra Music Festival’s innovative sustainability initiative, ‘Mission: Home’, continues to set the bar for environmental responsibility in the festival world. The program achieved significant milestones in 2024, earning accolades both statewide and internationally. From the Sustainability Program Award from the Florida Festivals and Events Association (FFEA) to its recognition as a global leader, ‘Mission: Home’ demonstrates Ultra’s dedication to the planet. Leading the Charge in Sust

Ultra Live is officially back. Starting tomorrow (September 14), Ultra will livestreams the sets of a few of the biggest electronic music acts on the planet from Tokyo, for the Ultra Japan iteration. Let’s take a look at what to expect. Ultra announced in a video that the livestream will include mainstage performances from Afrojack, Armin van Buuren, and Steve Aoki. In addition to that, viewers from around the globe will be able to witness live the sets of a bunch of Techno artists on the Re

Many people know Ultra Music Festival as simply an annual music event in Miami that hosts scores of DJs and producers and tens of thousands of attendees. What many people don’t know is that UMF also has a sustainability and community program that aids local objectives. The program focused on five objectives – Waste Reduction, Pollution Prevention, Nature Preservation, Community Engagement and Climate Action – and has now received awards and verifications at the international, state and local le

Following three banner years in Ibiza, Ultra recently announced the launch of RESISTANCE’s inaugural U.S. club residency in the festival’s beloved hometown of Miami Beach. RESISTANCE Miami will transport the fully-immersive Ibiza clubbing experience to America for the very first time at M2, the newly-minted nightclub in the heart of the Art Deco District. RESISTANCE Miami has unveiled the first round of Season 1 headliners, presenting an array of underground titans. Performing acts include Anfi

ULTRA Worldwide’sesteemed underground series RESISTANCEwill continue its celebrated U.S. club residency during Miami Race Week from Friday, May 3 – Saturday, May 4, 2024, atM2 Miami. Since launching during Miami Music Week 2023 with four sold-out nights, RESISTANCE Miami welcomed underground music lovers to M2 on Saturdays throughout the fall/winter, and recently concluded an impressive five-night run during Miami Music Week 2024. The residency has showcased some of the world’s most in-deman

ULTRA Worldwide’s underground series RESISTANCE will continue its celebrated US club residency during Miami Music Week, hosting five nights of house and techno programming from Wednesday, March 20 – to Sunday, March 24 at M2 Miami.  After successfully launching during Miami Music Week 2023 with four sold-out nights, RESISTANCE Miami has welcomed underground music lovers to M2 on Saturdays throughout the fall and winter. The residency has showcased some of the world’s most in-demand house and

Slovenian Techno pioneer UMEK and breakthrough talent from the US Sam WOLFE have joined forces on a new collaboration, ‘Reloaded’. The record is officially released on Reinier Zonneveld’s mighty imprint Filth on Acid. Moreover, the track is a deep plunge into the depths of pure Techno. In ‘Reloaded’, the two giants bring in highly flammable elements to the track, creating an irresistible atmosphere with powerful, fast-paced beats and a hefty bass, enhanced by spell-binding vocals. ‘Reloaded’

Ultra Music Festival (UMF) returned once again to Miami last month from March 22-24. Some 55,000 ravers from around the world gathered at Bayfront Park to experience the magic and music of this year’s festival. From mainstage headliners to underground sensations, the lineup boasted an impressive roster of DJs and producers, ensuring there was something for every taste and preference. Testing the (Rain) Waters In our eyes, Ultra Music Festival has always been a top tier festival. It’s inc

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Universal Music Group, ABKCO and Concord Music Group are seeking "at least" $500 million in damages after filing a copyright infringement lawsuit against TuneCore and the music distributor's parent company, Believe, Billboard reports. TuneCore allows independent artists to easily distribute their music across major streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon. The company, which in 2015 was acquired by Believe for an undisclosed sum, says it's paid out over $4 billion in revenue to ar

DJ and producer Tristan Alary, known by his alias UNCLØSD, drops his latest single “Kick Back,” featuring collaborator Niala’Kil. This deep house track promises to deliver an irresistible fusion of 4/4 beats and grooving basslines that will captivate listeners worldwide. “Kick Back” is the result of a shared passion for house beats and all of its best features. Its inception came about when Alary sent a rough ID to Niala’Kil, who then worked on the arrangement, aiming to infuse it with bounce an

Many in our world see Miami's Ultra Music Festival as the ultimate escape, a place that envelops us in a cocoon of sun rays and the pure, unfiltered energy of dance music. That all changed, however, over the weekend, when an unprecedented deluge of rain battered the festival on its first day. But while the elements transformed Bayfront Park into a quagmire, they were no match for the team behind Ultra and the tens of thousands of ravers for whom they tirelessly worked. Under the storied festival

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“NEED ME” - WINK Rising star WINK is spearheading the next wave of trap and bass music, with his debut on bitbird “NEED ME” making for a stunning display of his distinct sound. “Freedom (In Your Mind)” (Kiimi Remix) - TIBASKO Taking on TIBASKO’s recent his “Freedom (In Your Mind),” London-based trailblazer Kiimi expertly showcases their distinct approach to dance music, delivering an intoxicating remix. "I'll Find You/One Of Us” - TCHDWN Bridging contemporary electronic music elements with the

Future Joy’s journey is as unconventional as their sound. Started by saxophonist Zach Simms in 2018 before finding its final form when Emily Cooper joined in 2019, the duo has literally driven their way into dance music’s consciousness with their mobile RV stage, splitting time between Denver’s mile-high scene and St. Petersburg’s coastal vibes. Their latest track “Just Breathe,” a collaboration with UnderLux, showcases their unique position in electronic music. What began as UnderLux’s driv

With their unique take on “White Horse,” Ukrainian electronic powerhouses UNDERMOON and Beat Inside have turned the 1983 Laid Back anthem into a booming melodic techno statement. Four decades after the Danish pair Laid Back first brought the world those legendary vocals, and years after Wonderland Avenue’s electro rebirth in the 2000s, this fresh rendition slices through the shroud of nostalgia with razor-sharp clarity. The production team has created something honoring the original while firml

What about some solid melodic techno on one of Empire of the Sun‘s classics? That’s what UNDERMOON have done with Walking on a Dream. Hailing from Ukraine, Skober and R.A.N. form UNDERMOON. They have been waves recently released on international techno labels such as Drumcode, Terminal M, Tronic, and many more. They both use digital and analog gears but in the latest period have been experienced with analog synthesizers and drum machines. Their take on Walking on a Dream is made most by it. If

Coming together for a second year in a row, Underworld & KETTAMA combined experience and youth in a smashing collaboration Fen Violet, out now on Smith Hyde Productions. KETTAMA was happy like a little kid when he took to social media to share footage of him sharing the stage with the legendary duo Underworld in … Continued Underworld & KETTAMA release thunderous collaboration ‘Fen Violet’: Listen

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FORWARDS has revealed today that UNDERWORLD, the iconic electronic duo, has been added to the Sunday bill for the 2024 festival lineup following their international tour. This will be UNDERWORLD’s only Bristol performance for 2024. With a rich legacy spanning over three decades, Karl Hyde and Rick Smith better known as Underworld, persistently challenge conventions and redefine electronic and dance music with their unparalleled ingenuity. This eagerly awaited occasion heralds Underworld’s so

A newly uncovered voice memo of Avicii provides another intimate glimpse into the creativity and kindness of the late EDM icon. The genius of Avicii is echoing louder than ever amid the success of Netflix's documentary I'm Tim, which has led to his posthumous resurgence on the Billboard charts. Now, a voice memo shared by songwriter Jonas Wallin has arrived to rekindle that studio magic. The recording from Jonas Wallin, who is credited as a co-writer on Avicii's songs "City Lights" and "Somewher