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Imagine walking into your local pub to grab a pint, but instead of encountering the grizzled bartender who consoles (and overserves) you after every breakup, you see Fred again.. tickling the keys. Just a few short weeks after performing Glastonbury, the chart-topping electronic music superstar played the role of busker over the weekend after showing up to a British pub to perform a secretive set alongside The Japanese House. The intimate performance went down on July 12th at The Rising Sun, a p

Amid the dazzling spectacle of Tomorrowland's epic 20th anniversary opening weekend, Hardwell delivered a fittingly nostalgic trip down memory lane. The origin of Hardwell's special throwback EDM set that captivated Tomorrowland's opening night on the Freedom stage was the product of a fan-fueled Instagram poll, whereby fans eagerly voted en masse for him to revisit the iconic big room and progressive anthems that defined the mid-2010s. Today, the Revealed Recordings label head is renowned as a

AlphaTheta announces the release of “The Evolution of Ibiza.” But what is it? “The Evolution of Ibiza: Can the White Isle retain its legendary magic?” is a new feature-length documentary exploring the evolution of the island’s club scene. Research conducted by AlphaTheta (Pioneer DJ parent company) found that more than 77%* of club-goers see Ibiza as a must-visit destination for clubbers. They also found out that over 63%* agree that nowhere else on Earth compares to the unique dance music cul

Before taking the stage at Coachella, ISOxo threw down heaters in an underground parking garage. Back in February, the rising electronic music superstar teamed up with DEF, a red-hot promoter showcasing the sounds of the alternative in unique locations. For over 90 minutes, the EDM.com Class of 2022 star took over a parking garage in Atlanta for a riveting DJ set. DEF is a women-owned promoter who's made serious noise in the underground with their intimate, gritty DIY events featuring the sounds

On June 30, 2023, electronic music fans were treated to a-in-a-lifetime experience as John Summit took the stage at the iconic Madison Square Garden. The energy in the air was palpable as eager concert-goers filled the arena, ready to dance the night away to the puls beats of one of the best DJs in the industry. The anticipation was high, and as the lights dimmed and the music began to play, the crowd erupted into cheers, knowing they were about to witness something truly special. As the vid

Justice are inviting fans worldwide today to celebrate their homecoming. The legendary electronic duo headed back to their hometown of Paris today to headline the storied Accor Arena for a sold-out performance inspired by Hyperdrama, their first album in nearly a decade. It's one of Justice's final Hyperdrama shows of the year following sets at Coachella and Glastonbury, among many other high-profile events and venues. Justice livestreamed the concert, in which they also launched their first-eve

Micky Kasablanca's life changed in early-2024, when he was suddenly diagnosed with cancer. After his diagnosis and an emergency surgery, the Kasablanca duo adjusted their touring plans while Micky battled the cancer by undergoing aggressive chemotherapy regimen. At the end of February, he shared news of his completed treatment on social media but noted he still had a "long road to recovery as I wait for news of remission." A scheduled performance at the iconic Ultra Music Festival served as a li

The OVO and Keinemusik crews are reuniting for a new collaboration that comes with the promise of a long and breezy summer of dance music. Thanks to Keinemusik's hypnotic marathon DJ sets, the techno and house music collective, who were named in EDM.com's list of the best performances of 2023, is one of today's most coveted live electronic acts. Their growing prestige came to a head during a recent show at the Brooklyn Mirage, where they dropped an unreleased collaboration with Drake. Performing

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In an outing that melded raw energy with artistic synergy, Knock2 joined forces with Zedd for a collaborative DJ set that set Echostage alight. Knock2's live sets have turned heads throughout the dance music community as the EDM.com Class of 2023 star has delivered on a series of notable b2b performances in recent times, each seemingly more exhilarating than the last. From teaming up with RL Grime at Ultra Music Festival to joining forces with Dillon Francis at Imagine Music Festival, Knock2 has

It's a good thing they made Marc Rebillet wear two robes because you can't ask him to stay fully-clothed onstage—even if he's performing for Google execs. Earlier in the week, Google hosted its I/O developer conference to show off its work to shareholders whose hourly rate is greater than most people's rent payments. Developers and execs in the showcase shared some of the new products and features ready for release from the tech behemoth. While these things typically comprise exhaustive slidesho

Marlon Hoffstadt, has joined the ranks of electronic artists urging fans to limit excessive smartphone usage at shows. Hoffstadt, fans of whom affectionally call "DJ Daddy Trance," hopped on the mic during a recent performance in Melbourne to request that fans enjoy the last 20 minutes of his set phone-free. "I'm not forcing anyone, but if you can take your phone away, you're gonna have mad fun," he told the crowd. "Jump around, sing along." The German producer joins a slew of dance music artis

Martin Garrix threw down an incredible set last night at Ultra Music Festival as he returned to headline the main stage once again. Blazing through 38 tracks in 70 minutes, including five of his own IDs, he looked right at home on the massive stage. Though the first day concluded less than 24 hours ago, his full set is already available on YouTube to experience once again or for the first time if you couldn’t catch it last night. Watch the full set below, including a new unreleased collaborati

You guys are NOT gonna want to miss Martin Garrix throwing down at Ultra Music Festival Miami this year! The man himself is taking over the decks at 10:15 PM on the Main Stage and it’s gonna be absolute insanity. Watch and listen live the full set! The post Watch Martin Garrix LIVE at Ultra Music Festival Miami 2024 [Full Set] appeared first on The Groove Cartel.

A staggering 45,000-plus attendees gathered at London's Finsbury Park to kick off Michael Bibi's "One Life" tour, celebrating the beloved DJ's return after a six-month battle with cancer. The momentous event, which became the largest electronic show in the city's history, is now available to watch in-full on YouTube.  Emotions ran high throughout Bibi's headlining set, with tear-jerking footage from his experiences in hospital and clips from his childhood playing on-screen. His father also joine

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The 2024 festival season is coming to an end. But there’s no time to be sad as Mysteryland has released some serious footage from the 2024 closing ceremony. After a three-day sun-drenched weekend, Mysteryland unveiled an unprecedented finale that left attendees in awe. For the first time ever, a 10-minute choreography seamlessly combined 600 drones, fireworks, 3D video, lights, music, and vocals. This cutting-edge performance was developed in collaboration with TWOFIFTYK DRNS (known for their

April 2024 marked six years since we lost Avicii, one of the most iconic DJs and electronic dance music producers of all-time. The Avicii Experience, an interactive tribute museum in the artist's hometown of Stockholm, recently honored his life by hosting exclusive screenings of his final DJ set in Sweden. The never-before-seen footage was recorded at Avicii's performance in Pildammsparken, Malmö on August 5th, 2016. The rare video has now been released on Avicii's YouTube channel for fans who w

Next month will mark six years since we lost Avicii, one of the most iconic electronic dance music producers of all-time. Now, The Avicii Experience, an interactive tribute museum in the DJ's hometown of Stockholm, will honor his life by hosting exclusive screenings of his final performance in Sweden. The never-before-seen footage was recorded at Avicii's performance in Pildammsparken, Malmö on August 5th, 2016. Taking place from March 28th to April 7th, the Avicii Experience's special film scre

A pair of electronic music legends took the stage at Tomorrowland over the weekend for a rare performance that fans won't soon forget. Attendees of the iconic EDM festival's landmark 20th anniversary event saw Armin van Buuren invite Rob Swire, the deeply influential vocalist and co-founder of Pendulum, onstage to perform a new song, a drum & bass rendition of their collaboration, "Sound of You." The remarkable cameo took place July 19th during van Buuren's set on Tomorrowland's Mainstage, w

Forget playing with fire—Roy LaCroix wants you burning up from the inside out with his sweltering new house track, "Tabasco."  The LA-based DJ and producer crafts a wonky beat with a seductive vocal hook, each line dripping with sizzling innuendo. The result is a deliciously unconventional house anthem that sears the senses with its smoldering wordplay and chugging basslines. LaCroix even used actual peppers to bring the track to life, clasping them with alligator clips and routing them to Ablet

Picture this: sunset at Coachella on the brand new Quasar stage. What’s better? Well, maybe the fact that Australian electronic trio RÜFÜS DU SOL took the decks for an unprecedented 3+ hour DJ set. Once you get there, you are immediately struck by the massive LED panels that make up the performance area. The striking futuristic design radiated an almost extraterrestrial energy. As RÜFÜS took their place behind the towering DJ booth, those panels blinked to life with abstract, ever-evolving geom

Skream and Mala recently blessed Denver with a performance that Colorado's electronic music community won't soon forget. Boiler Room made its long-awaited return to Denver in September, when the pair graced a popup stage at the Civic Center Park for a rare B2B DJ set. For over two hours, Skream and Mala gave an electronic history lesson and a masterclass in 140 dubstep. The epic set featured selections from Mala's influential Deep Medi Musik imprint as well as music from legends like Benga and D

Few artists can trend on Twitter for simply announcing a single show, but that’s what Skrillex did last week before his grand return to New York City at Avant Gardner, his first set in the state in four years. It’s been a long four years for Skrillex fans, bombarded with promises (or, rather, rumors) of an album, year after year after year. Not to mention plenty of releases that spanned various genres, many of them outside what was considered the artist’s “typical” style. Nonetheless, it’s wid

The Swedish House Mafia may have reunited and taken their Paradise Again Tour around the world, but tonight Steve Angello returns to his solo roots with a headlining set at Coachella‘s Outdoor Theatre. It’s been a momentous few years for the Stockholm-born DJ/producer. After Swedish House Mafia’s dramatic split in 2013, Angello launched into crafting his debut solo album HUMAN, which he brought to Coachella in 2017 with a headlining performance. That set was a high-concept spectacle, with Angel