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Get ready for Art Basel Miami Beach, the ultimate contemporary art fair in North America, making its exciting return to the lively city of Miami Beach! Since it first kicked off in 2002, this incredible event has been a go-to for art lovers, collectors, and industry insiders from all corners of the globe. With over 80,000 visitors heading to the Miami Beach Convention Center each year, Art Basel Miami Beach has become an absolute must-see on the international art calendar. Beyond the fantast

From the creators of the famed Remix Awards comes the Electronic Dance Music Awards (EDMAs), making their highly-anticipated debut this summer. The awards will be voted on by the fans, industry professionals, and artists and the awards will air virtually soon after the votes are in. Voting for the first-ever EDMAs is open now and will close on Friday, June 17, 2022.  Since getting their start in 2016, annually held during Miami Music Week/Winter Music Conference, the Remix Awards helped pave th

With the forthcoming release of The Element‘s latest EP, “Flames of Emotions,” UNSEEN Records once more shown its dedication to stretching aural limitations. This two-track wonder is a deep investigation of sound, emotion, and the careful balance between light and dark as much as a musical release. The EP starts with the title song, “Flames of Emotions,” which instantly carries listeners into a world of ethereal complexity. From the opening seconds, the song creates a complex atmosphere with bo

An unprecedented mix of electronic music and visual talent pushing the envelope of live entertainment is shown in the freshly unearthed footage of Anyma’s “The End of Genesys” concert at The Sphere. The one-hour and forty-five-minute performance explains why this event among electronic music’s most discussed ones has grown to be so popular. Starting with the title song “The End of Genesys,” which features Grimes‘ ethereal acapella from “Welcome to the Opera,” the play opens abruptly. With the r

Tanner Petulla, known professionally as Getter, is an American DJ, producer, and rapper who has significantly influenced the electronic music scene. Emerging in the early 2010s, Getter gained recognition for his dynamic dubstep tracks and collaborations with prominent labels like Firepower Records and OWSLA, the latter founded by Skrillex. Getter became a beloved name in bass music. However, his career took a major turn with the release of his 2018 album ‘Visceral‘. Visceral marked a departu

HARD Summer and Insomniac Events made their triumphant return to the city of Los Angeles this past weekend. It was the first full scale electronic music festival to be held in the city in a decade; the first since HARD Summer last took place at LA State Historic Park in 2013. The city has been warming up for this; Kaskade and deadumau5 played a full show at the Coliseum last December, and Insomniac has been hosting events at “The Torch”, the Coliseum’s northeast entrance. However, this was t

Alesso is one of the best DJs and producers in the world and has produced some of the most iconic EDM tracks of all time. Over the years his sound has evolved, his style has changed, and he has masterfully adapted to the times and trends. With how his style has shifted over his career, we thought it was time to have a look back to the beginning to see how he has evolved as an artist and how he’s managed to continuously be successful for so long. He initially gained some recognition in 2010 with

Since its inception, Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) has been more than just a music festival—it’s a vibrant tapestry of self-expression, unity, and cultural convergence.  As EDC has grown from an underground gathering to one of the world’s largest music events, its attendees’ fashion has mirrored this evolution, reflecting broader societal shifts and the diverse communities that create its foundation. Read on below as we chart rave fashion through the years. The 1990s: Birth of the Rave Aesthe

Ex Medias, a renowned artist collective celebrated for its unity and diverse talents, has revealed the launch of the fourth edition in their esteemed Ex Medias compilation series. This latest release, featuring a whopping 15 tracks, marks a significant milestone for the collective, showcasing their dedication to presenting a wide spectrum of sounds and talents while strengthening their distinctive bond as a creative family. Kicking off the album is Able Grey with “I Need Your Love,” featurin

We are one week out from EDC Orlando and we are buzzing with excitement. Here’s some highlights of what to expect for the weekend. Aside from their superstar lineup across their five stages: KineticFIELD, circuitGROUNDS, neonGARDEN, stereoBLOOM and Ryno Bus Art Car, there will also be a stellar selection of after parties. Tickets are almost sold out so make sure you get yours while they are still available at edcorlando.frontgatetickets.com. Also be sure to download the Insomniac Events App so y

All My Friends, the event brand founded by dance music icon Destructo, has released general on-sale bookings for the 2025 edition of The FriendShip music cruise  Aboard the Norwegian Joy for the floating music festival’s fifth edition, FriendShip 2025 will take place Friday, February 21 – Wednesday, February 26, 2025, departing from Miami and landing at the private Harvest Caye island in Belize. More than 4000 revelers are still buzzing from the 2024 sailing of the world’s premier nautical m

The FTC (Federal Trade Commission) just announced its final ‘Junk Fees Rule’ that aims to crack down on hidden fees that appear at checkout. These hidden fees usually appear for consumers who are purchasing tickets for live events, hotels, AirBNBs, and other entertainment and leisure amenities. The FTC chairwoman Lina Khan stated, ““People deserve to know up-front what they’re being asked to pay—without worrying that they’ll later be saddled with mysterious fees that they haven’t budgeted for an

Decadence Colorado is an awesome two-day New Year’s Eve event at the Colorado Convention Center. The promoters for NYE’s Decadence Colorado are two brands who have developed great reputations as stellar promoters in the music industry, Global Dance and AEG (the former also co-promotes the Decadence Arizona festival as well alongside Relentless Beats). These promoters will also make sure that the attendees at Decadence Colorado will have an unforgettable NYE weekend as they get to experience two

Teaming up with electro-funk duo The Funk Hunters, The Sponges have released their third and most-anticipated track of the year, "I Like 2 Party." You know that feeling of being in the right place at the right time? This track embodies that sense of communal bliss.  Combining elements of The Sponges signature take on disco with The Funk Hunters' old-school funk, "I Like 2 Party" can be best categorized as psychedelic disco funk. Out now via Westwood Recordings, this sensational collaborative eff

Everything is better with friends! Right? The Funk Hunters certainly seem to live by that adage with their newest album, Music w/ Friends, featuring collaborations on every track. And you can truly feel the fun oozing from every note. Big Gigantic, Dr. Fresch, Opiuo, Haywyre, Champagne Drip and more feature on remixes and originals throughout the album, plus an impressive cover of “Eleanor Rigby” to open the album up and set the tone. “We worked on this really special cover of The Beatles icon

Ridley Bronson, a native of Milwaukee, WI, began his musical adventures at the age of thirteen, while the rest of us were worrying about boring adult stuff. Ridley, inspired by the Golden Age of Hip Hop, devoted himself to sampling at a time when experimentation was at its height. This young producer’s success was no accident; he was soon offered gigs all throughout the county and the love of the stage sprouted ahead of his skills even taking off. From dance floors to disco’s, Ridley’s was s

Ryan Mitchell is a Los Angeles-based multi-talented artist and songwriter who has caught the attention of music fans worldwide with his single “Russian Roulette”. Drawing from diverse musical influences such as My Chemical Romance, Blackbear, Queen, and Post Malone, he’s aiming to inject passion into pop music. His release “Covergirl” received an impressive 30k+ streams in its first three days on Spotify before being discovered by the renowned UK record label Promoting Sounds leading up to its

Ryan Mitchell is a Los Angeles-based multi-talented artist and songwriter who has caught the attention of music fans worldwide with his single “Russian Roulette.” Drawing from diverse musical influences such as My Chemical Romance, Blackbear, Queen, and Post Malone, he’s aiming to inject passion into pop music. His release “Covergirl” received an impressive 30k+ streams in its first three days on Spotify before being discovered by the renowned UK record label Promoting Sounds leading up to its

In the fast-evolving world of music production, aspiring EDM producers need tools that are both accessible and powerful. Amped Studio, a browser-based digital audio workstation (DAW), is an excellent choice for anyone starting their journey into EDM production. Let’s explore the unique advantages of Amped Studio and how it caters specifically to the needs of electronic music creators. 1. Accessibility and Affordability One of the standout features of Amped Studio is its accessibility. As a brows

The field of artificial intelligence (AI) has seen astonishing advances in recent years, with AI systems achieving superhuman performance in various domains across the board. From image generation to natural language processing, AI’s capabilities continue to expand at an unprecedented rate. Now, the music industry is bracing for the potential disruption that AI could bring to the art of music production, specifically in the realm of electronic music which already is called by some as “beep-boop”

Some 1.5 years ago, the iconic Dutch city of Breda got featured on UKF as the ninth instalment of ‘Rave Scenes’. And one previously mentioned artist (among other local upcoming producers in the scene) definitely deserves a dedicated publication.  We’re talking here about the man like Stekker to be precise. With a deep-rooted passion for music that transcends trends, Stekker’s (Teun Streefkerk) journey evolved into a defining force within the scene of jungle. From initial experimenting wi

Getter will no longer make music under his original moniker, he revealed this week. The decision came to light in a candid Q&A session via the Instagram page of Terror Reid, the hip-hop alias of the renowned DJ and producer. When a fan asked if he has plans to make music as Getter in the future, he replied flatly: "NO." After years of releasing heavy-hitting dubstep hits, Getter in 2018 released Visceral, which proved to be a watershed moment in his career. The stunning album found him embra

Split across the Glade Stage and Glade Dome, this year's programme features Faithless, Mall Grab, Logic1000 and more Continue reading...

In computing, the function ctrl+alt+del most commonly brings up the task manager, an operating system component that gives a user access to some of the computer’s most internal processes and information. Here, you can inspect hardware usage, add/remove programs and processes, look up app history, and more. In short, it’s the not-so-secret window into your favorite electronics’ soul. The Glitch Mob have been a pillar in electronic music for over a decade, and their influence on live show product

Gone are the days, apparently, of earning your festival stripes through actual experiences. Now, you can buy the look of a seasoned raver without ever having to endure fan-clackers or dilapidated port-a-potties, thanks to Balenciaga. In a move that screams, "How do you do, fellow kids?" louder than Steve Buscemi in a backward cap, Balenciaga has released a "Raver Bracelet" at the astounding price of €3,500 (roughly $3,789 USD). Where haute couture meets dumpster dive, this overpriced piece of wr