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DESIRE: The Carl Craig Story lands in cinemas across the UK and Ireland on May 8 Continue reading...

‘Light Beams’ is the first single from Sainte Vie’s upcoming album ‘Pablo’, which is named after and dedicated to the memory of his Father who passed away in 2023.   Mexico-born, Miami based Sainte Vie blends electronic and world music influences to create an eclectic, emotional style. Starting in the rock scene as a teenager, he later discovered electronic music while studying in France, leading him to pursue sound design in New York City.  Now as a DJ and producer, he has performed at Bur

Amsterdam, February 28th, 2025 — Following up last month’s hit ‘Road Runner’, Loco Dice returns with his latest single ‘Ice Cold Dealer’, featuring rap-legend Haftbefehl.   Out today via Virgin Records, this collaboration marks a significant intersection of Loco Dice’s pioneering techno and hip-hop roots, alongside Haftbefehl’s iconic status in the German rap scene. The track brings together two of the most influential figures from their respective worlds, each with a rich legacy that is deepl

Marlon Hoffstadt, Eric Prydz, Benwal, Adriatique, Hardwell, Paul van Dyk, Indira Paganotto are set to take visitors on a trip to musical dimensions. With a whole new festival set up, this year’s edition promises to redefine the Mysteryland experience and exceed every expectation   As Mysteryland prepares to mark its 32nd year, the festival proudly unveils its highly anticipated 2025 lineup, promising a musical journey like no other. From August 22-24 2025, over 100,000 electronic music fans fr

‘Is This What We Want?’ protests against proposed changes to music copyright law in the UK Continue reading...

There aren’t many artists who’ve soundtracked the birth of dance music and are still leading its development more than three decades later. There are even less who have gifted both the club and pop scenes with unforgettable musical moments that get talked about in hushed tones years after their creation. Dave Seaman is one of a select few. Whether it’s one of his spine-tingling Global Underground or Renaissance CDs that’s still burning a hole in your stereo years after its purchase, or the perf

If you are a Londoner, you’ll know that a 24 anything license is a rare as,…. well, anything, so to get news that one of East London’s go-to pizza bars has secured a 24 trading / alcohol license, along with a kick arse soundsystem, decks and an epic line-up, really caught our attention (plus we are hungry) Known as one of the few go-to havens for after-hour thrill seekers, Starlane Pizza Bar, a rare gem hidden in the depths of East London has officially secured a coveted 24-hour license for

Progressive House Is Back—And This Time, It’s Personal If you’ve been following festival lineups and artist movements lately, you might have noticed something strange—something we haven’t seen in almost a decade. Progressive house is creeping back into the spotlight, and 2025 is shaping up to be the genre’s biggest comeback year since its golden era (2012-2015). The signs are everywhere: Tomorrowland 2025’s stacked B2Bs – Third Party b2b Matisse & Sadko, DubVision b2b Third Party A shift in

Carl Cox's return to Detroit's Movement Festival has been delayed by one year, he announced this week. The British techno legend was slated to return for the first time in eight years with a special "Hybrid Live" performance. To the dismay of fans, he revealed that scheduling conflicts preclude him from delivering his hotly anticipated performance, which has now been postponed to 2026. "I'm sorry for any inconvenience this may cause, but I promise to make it worth the wait," Cox said in a statem

In a shocking display of either blind optimism or sheer audacity, Billy McFarland, the mastermind behind the legendary disaster that was Fyre Festival in 2017, has announced its return. That’s right—Fyre Festival 2.0 is officially happening from May 30 to June 2, 2025, on Isla Mujeres, a beautiful island off the coast of Cancun, Mexico. Because if there’s one thing the world needed, it was another luxury festival led by a guy famous for not actually delivering a festival. The first Fyre Festival

After a triumphant debut in 2024, SonarLab x Printworks will return for its second year at the highly anticipated 32nd edition of Sónar in Barcelona. This year, Printworks will unite with Sónar for an exhilarating stage takeover on June 13th and 14th. SonarLab x Printworks 2025 In 2025, the SonarLab x Printworks stage will take you on a journey with its co-curated showcase. They will be building on the momentum of last year’s debut. This collaboration will intricately explore the uniqu

Billy McFarland is officially back (for now). After multiple lawsuits, a prison sentence, and two documentaries, the disgraced founder is ready for Fyre Festival round 2. Surely he couldn’t screw it up twice, right? The revived festival is set to take place from May 30 to June 2 on Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo, Mexico. Billy had this to say: Citing new management of the company, McFarland insists that this time will be different. While no artists have been confirmed, he claims he expects t

Surrounded by towering skyscrapers on all sides, Los Angeles' Skyline Festival lived up to its name by engulfing the streets of downtown with the hard-hitting beats of techno and house music. The Insomniac Events production absorbed three city blocks for two days of dance music utopia. Using the elegant city hall tower as its anchor, the festival went with a more minimalistic approach in design in 2025, utilizing all of the amenities Grand Park offered. 

A State of Trance (ASOT) returned to Rotterdam Ahoy on February 21-22, 2025, for another unforgettable weekend celebrating the best in trance and electronic music. The two-day festival brought together over 40,000 passionate fans worldwide, showcasing an impressive variety of trance subgenres across five uniquely designed stages. As my third ASOT experience and second time at Rotterdam Ahoy, I was eager to see how this year’s edition would unfold. Friday kicked off with two areas open until 1 AM

Coachella 2025 is already shaping up to be a haven for electronic music lovers, and the Do Lab’s recently announced lineup has just amplified the excitement. Known for its eclectic and forward-thinking bookings, the Do Lab is bringing a diverse roster of artists to the desert, further solidifying Coachella’s as one of the best music festivals in the country. The Do Lab’s presence at Coachella dates back to 2005, and over the years, it has become a festival within a festival, showcasing both

15 years strong and only getting bigger, Chicago's beloved North Coast Music Festival has revealed a powerhouse Phase 1 lineup that reads like an electronic music lover's dream journal. North Coast is scheduled to return over Labor Day Weekend from August 29-31, 2025. The first wave of artists features a formidable list of headliners, including Zedd, Excision, REZZ, Chris Lake, RL Grime, Zeds Dead, Seven Lions, SVDDEN DEATH's VOYD and EDM.com Class of 2024 star Of The Trees. In a significant hom

Blossoming into one of the world's elite festivals, UNTOLD has announced an impressive roster of talent for its milestone 10th anniversary edition, scheduled for August 7-10 in Cluj-Napoca, Transylvania. The festival's organizers have secured a mix of electronic music heavyweights and mainstream artists, including a headlining performance by chart-topping superstar Post Malone. UNTOLD is hosting eight stages, where 250 acts will perform for an expected audience of over 400,000. The anniversary e

LUCRE returns with ‘Infinity’ on DENAR RCRDS, unleashing another hard-hitting Techno production that shows off his signature sound and expertise. As he remains forward-thinking in his approach towards his work, the Producer and DJ continues to carve out his niche within Electronic Music, establishing a unique sonic identity with the aim of setting himself apart from his contemporaries on the scene.   At the root of LUCRE’s artistry lies a deeply ambitious, motivated and passionate creator wh

The death of Avicii led to countless tributes from artists inspired by his music, including large-scale tribute concerts, dedicated satellite radio stations and a pair of high-profile Netflix documentaries. The EDM icon's music is returning to the stage in a new performing arts context, courtesy of a former collaborator. Fredrik "Benke" Rydman was developing on a world tour with Avicii, but he decided to quit touring prior to his tragic death by suicide. Now, the Swedish choreographer is honorin

The beloved venue has undergone a lengthy legal battle after being served an eviction notice in 2022 Continue reading...

At Berlin's legendary Berghain, where the music is relentless and the energy unyielding, even a moment of stillness feels surreal. That rare silence came last weekend when Danish DJ and producer Kasper Marott fainted mid-performance, falling onto the mixer and briefly bringing one of the world’s most revered dancefloors to a halt. Marott was in the midst of delivering a high-intensity set at Berghain when he suddenly collapsed behind the venue's DJ decks. The incident momentarily stunned the cr

Locals closed off entrances to nearby car parks using large rocks Continue reading...

Alfiya Glow makes her return with her next captivating single, ‘Cloudland’ via her own label, CosmycGlo Records. An Organic House production, the track emerges as a bold symbol of Alfiya Glow’s artistic vision: unique in its arrangement yet driving in the energy it creates, this latest release reflects her musical journey, seeing her continue with her pursuit to offer listeners music that is fresh and engaging. An Artist who takes a distinct approach towards Electronic Music creation, Alfiya Glo

Rising Afro house artist Will B kicks off 2025 with an enthralling new single, ‘Shy,’ a collaboration with Kobina Akin featuring the vocal talents of S.O. This club focused track will light up dancefloors worldwide upon its release on February 21st. ‘Shy’ marks Will B’s first original composition following two highly acclaimed edits that solidified his presence in the Afro house scene. For this release, he joins forces with Kobina Akin, the moniker of Mick Wilson, known for both his DJ and produ

Hospitality On The Beach is making its grand return to Tisno, Croatia on 1st – 8th July 2025 for a 7-day drum & bass holiday. Today they announce their complete 2025 lineup including partners and legendary headliners Hybrid Minds, Netsky, Kings Of The Rollers, A Little Sound and more. Joining them is a stacked line up of the best up and coming and established selectors and acts in the UK and Internationally right now including the likes of Flava D, P Money, Camo & Krooked, Anaïs, Sot