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As the desert sun set over the dusty polo fields this past weekend, an otherworldly transformation took place in one corner of the Coachella campgrounds. The familiar sights and sounds of the iconic Do LaB stage emerged once again, but this year brought an entirely new vibe and scenery. After years of awe-inspiring but somewhat uniform tent-like structures, 2024 saw Do LaB return to its roots with a wildly imaginative “trippy forest” design that stunned festivalgoers from the moment they stepp

As Tomorrowland Brasil 2024 opened its beautiful realm from October 12–14, the enchanted universe of electronic dance music once more descended upon Itu, São Paulo. Inspired by “Adscendo,” this year’s edition carried over 150,000 People of Tomorrow into an amazing audiovisual voyage, attaining yet another festival milestone. Day 1: The Rise of ‘Adscendo’ The grandeur of the ‘Adscendo’ Mainstage enthralled visitors as the gates of Parque Maeda opened on Friday, October 12. Having traveled from

The city’s iconic Ultra Music Festival just wrapped up its 24th edition after three massive days of electronic dance music performances at Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami. Despite facing some dicey weather early on, the sold-out festival went off without a hitch, welcoming 165,000 attendees from over 100 countries around the world. The stacked lineup did not disappoint, delivering memorable moments across multiple stages. Calvin Harris made his first Ultra appearance since 2013, while Armin van

The 2025 BPM Festival Costa Rica marks the sudden end of yet another difficult chapter in the festival’s history. Originally scheduled for January 8–12, 2025, in Tamarindo, Guanacaste, the celebration ran across several challenges that finally resulted in its cancellation after just two days of running. BPM Festival Costa Rica 2025 was canceled after its first two days due to multiple factors: strong opposition from local residents (183 community members signed a petition against it), concerns

The highly anticipated “rave” in San Francisco’s Civic Center Plaza featuring superstar DJs Fred Again.. and Skrillex came to an abrupt halt on Saturday night after the duo hit the city’s 10 p.m. sound curfew. The English DJ and producer Fred Again.. and his American counterpart Skrillex were in the middle of a song when the audio system was shut off due to the curfew. Though the music stopped, the pair remained on stage for several minutes afterwards, waving to the massive crowd of an estimate

What should have been a triumphant return with new music for the Swedish House Mafia has turned into an unexpectedly bumpy road for the reunited electronic dance music legends. The buildup to their hotly anticipated new single “Lioness” has been plagued by delays, mixed messaging, and even some fan backlash – an uncharacteristic misstep from the usually hyper-meticulous DJ/producer trio of Axwell, Sebastian Ingrosso, and Steve Angello. It all started promisingly enough when Swedish House Mafia

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