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Ah, New York nightlife – a labyrinth of dos and don’ts, especially when it comes to your sartorial choices. Forget about just showing up; your outfit is your ticket past the gatekeepers, the omnipotent doormen and bouncers who are all about cultivating that elusive “vibe.” Meet Jonah Almost, the gatekeeper at Silencio and sometimes Inferno, who chatted with NYLON about the quest to weed out the “NPCs” – that’s “non-player characters” for the uninitiated. Apparently, the club scene isn’t just

With over a decade of delivering mesmeric hits and riveting live sets, What So Not has consistently been at the forefront of sonic exploration. His remix of RÜFÜS DU SOL’s “Innerbloom” and 2022 album, Anomaly, showcase his ability to pull from a variety of influences to forge something fresh and organic. During the last few months, What So Not has been heating up with a series of summer anthems, such as his chilling September release with San Holo, “ENERGY”. Just as dynamic and imaginative

What So Not is turning his 2025 North American tour into a platform for aspiring artists by crowdsourcing his opening acts, he announced on social media. Instead of relying on industry insiders or booking agencies, the Australian electronic music virtuoso has invited "young, aspiring artists" to drop their details directly in the comments section of an Instagram post. These local DJs and producers will be considered for a performance slot as part of his upcoming North American tour, "Motions." T

It’s been four years since What So Not’s debut album, Not All The Beautiful Things, but fans won’t have to wait much longer for album #2. With today’s release of “As One” with Herizen, What So Not has revealed his next album, Anomaly, is officially out September 16. WSN enlightens, “For some time, this song was just an iPhone recording of the two of us riffing in the house one day. Me on an OP1 synth & Herizen humming melodies. I later showed the recording to DUSKUS and we quickly fleshed o

Once simply another coveted ID, "Lights Go Out" from What So Not, Benson and Lucy Lucy is now the immortalization of the artists' decade-long friendship. "This tune was birthed from FM synthesis and true friendship," What So Not explained. "Benson letting me sleep on his couch all those years ago so I could afford my first ever gigs in Melbourne, and Lucy living down the street from my parents, doing some of her first solo recordings with me in my bedroom studio. It’s been a long time coming for

For someone whose music so often makes people dance, it's ironic that What So Not is more fascinated by the hidden choreography of our daily lives. That's the inspiration behind his new EP, Motions, which he says is his attempt to breathe audible life into the feelings, textures and other sentient phenomena that dictate our shared reality. As you listen, you might feel the weight of a stranger's gaze or the electric charge of an unspoken connection. For What So Not, whose real name is Chris Emer

By pure happenstance, I’ve been lucky enough to see What So Not live twice in the past couple of weeks, once at Canacopia in Arizona and once just a couple days ago at his album release party in Los Angeles with Brownies & Lemonade. The first gave me a taste of his current musical influences while the second was a pure depiction of the album as it is, and is now out everywhere. Without exaggerating, Anomaly is WSN’s best work to date (and he would agree). Though the project spans just 11 so

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After a year teeming with speculation, the 7th installment of Excision's flagship music festival, Lost Lands, is just days away. The festival's lineup is once again stacked with dubstep and bass music talent, featuring Zeds Dead, Subtronics, Nero and more alongside rising stars such as Tape B, Control Freak and EDM.com Class of 2024 trio Levity. This year also comes with significant upgrades to the event's production as well as a new 360° stage, The Crater. Read on to discover EDM.com's complete

Dreamers! We are treading really closely to our reunion. The Queen Mary will have us once again to share our love for Trance and Techno in Long Beach for Insomniac’s Dreamstate Music Festival Southern California 2024. The love and the light will reign supreme for two days of high-energy sets, art, and twisted afterparties. However, once most prepare, and if there’s something we learnt last year is that the dynamic is different than the NOS Center in San Bernardino. So, let’s start packing and pl

"It's a coming-together of an entire scene... and it's a sect of EDM that is unlike anything else we've seen."  Those are the words of electronic music star Grabbitz, but they're reflected by the tens of thousands of ravers and artists alike who annually attend Lost Lands. Despite facing challenges in 2024, like a ban of open flames and pyrotechnics, the 2024 edition of Excision's flagship festival came out on top as its most groundbreaking yet, reinforcing its standing as the gold standard for

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If you’ve been to Las Vegas’s Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), you know that the music, lights, and pure happiness make it an experience you’ll never forget. But among the pumping beats and flashy production, the amazing fireworks shows and mesmerizing ceremony acts are some of the most memorable parts. Check the map to see where the fireworks are. Our guide will also drive through EDC Las Vegas 2024. Main Fireworks There is no better show than the Main Fireworks at EDC. From 1:41 AM to 1:47 AM

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Tomorrowland 2025 Worldwide tickets sale is set to go on sale on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 17:00 CET. Ensure your account is ready, as the sale opens at the specified time, offering various travel packages for the iconic festival experience. With exactly 6 months left since the 2025 festival edition, Tomorrowland is ready to open ticket selling. Please read below for more info on how to get them. Important Information about Tomorrowland Global Journey You can buy one Package for up to s

In a world where music often feels as though it's retreading familiar ground, Whethan's new single with AG Club and Snakehips ignites a fresh blaze. With its bulbous, punchy bassline and loungey synths, "Room Is On Fire" stands as a testament to the power of simplicity. The track's hook, delivered in a deadpan tone, contrasts sharply with its high-energy verses, creating a dynamic interplay that's sure to both captivate and intrigue from start to finish. The new single marks a significant moment

Everyone knows that life is full of lessons. Not everyone knows, however, how to channel those lessons and the emotions that come with them into impactful music. That's what WHIPPED CREAM has done with her new EP, is this real?, imbuing a new dimension to her sound. The project, she says, was penned during the "darkest time" of her life. "I think many times people ask themselves in good or bad situations, 'Is this really happening? Is this really my life?'" WHIPPED CREAM said in a press release.

Celebrate your inner “Child” with WHIPPED CREAM‘s latest masterpiece, a song that lives in the moment as we did when we were younger. The new anthem written and produced by Caroline Cecil aka WHIPPED CREAM is raw and emotional, focusing on inner strength and inspiration. Through its beautiful, wholesome sounds and message, “Child” asks that for the next three minutes and 13 seconds, we let go of the pressures of everyday life and just be free. The song’s music video flashes back to Cecil as a

WHIPPED CREAM has arrived on the scene in 2022 with her first original of the year — and she invited some rather iconic friends to the party — Big Freedia, Moore Kismet and UNIIQU3. The collaborative single “HOLD UP” doubles as a club banger and empowering anthem, celebrating black sheep everywhere with fierce energy and bounce. The team up of these bold artists and personalities is beautifully executed, with intent to encourage anyone who may hear the collab to be themselves unapologetically.

With over a decade of production experience and a lifelong immersion in music, Who is Silus? embarks on a unique journey of self-discovery and connection. This project isn’t just about music—it’s a deep exploration of what it means to be alive. The debut single “TETHER” has already set the stage, and more releases are on the horizon, promising to expand on the project’s distinctive aesthetic. Who is Silus? is more than just an artist; the project invites listeners to reflect on their own exp

D.I.Y collectives and figureheads have long been integral to movements that drive changes in taste. They often invite exploration of more open-minded views, breaking the monotony that can, unfortunately, creep into scenes from time to time. In a post-pandemic world where any rule book that once existed has been tossed aside, the nightlife landscape of 2024 feels entirely different. This shift has been so challenging for many music industry workers that it has led to an unprecedented rate of nigh

Oscar Kenny, known by his moniker Bypass Music, is a rising star in the electronic music scene. With his debut EP, he has managed to create a unique blend of ambient textures and emotional depth that resonates with listeners on a personal level. Based in Leeds, Oscar has been honing his craft since his early teens, spending countless hours in his home studio. In this exclusive interview, we dive into his creative process, inspirations, and plans for the future. What are you up to now? I’