Dance Music News

It’s that special time of year again. When we eagerly anticipate the transformation of our calendars and embrace Lane 8’s anticipated seasonal mixtape. As the world comes alive in spring this March, Lane 8 fans can immerse themselves in three hours of the enchanting 2025 Spring Mixtape. Debuting today on This Never Happened, this cherished tradition has united listeners for over a decade. As always promising an unforgettable musical journey that captures the essence of the season. Spring

Tech house aficionados Westend and HOSANNA have joined forces to unleash their latest track, ‘Drum Death’, a pulsating anthem released on Experts Only. This collaboration not only showcases their production prowess but also highlights the deep-rooted friendship between Westend and John Summit, the label’s founder. Drum Death’ is a masterclass in tech house production, featuring a driving bassline, crisp percussion, and hypnotic vocal samples that collectively create an electrifying atmospher

Cristoph is here today with another new single titled ‘Where Do We Go‘ out now on his own Consequence of Society Recordings. This release follows the success of his latest work ‘String Thing‘. His label allows him to explore his artistic vision, and also bring other artists with a similar sonic vision to the forefront. ‘Where Do We Go’ continues to showcase his strength for atmospheric and progressive sound while adding a retro flair to this one. The synthwork is dynamic as the lyrics repeat

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 pro

Winter Music Conference (WMC) has announced its second wave of programming for the highly anticipated 35th anniversary edition, taking place from Wednesday, March 26 – Friday, March 28, 2025, at Eden Roc Miami Beach. This latest update includes WMC-sanctioned events, official parties, industry-leading speakers, and a special Closing Keynote featuring Danny Tenaglia and Nicole Moudaber. WMC 2025 Sanctioned Events: A Celebration of Electronic Music Returning for another landmark edition, W

The Winter Music Conference (WMC) is back for its landmark 35th edition, set to take place from March 26–28, 2025 at the Eden Roc Miami Beach Resort. As the longest-running conference in electronic music, WMC has been a cornerstone for industry professionals and artists. This year, the event promises insightful panels, educational workshops, exclusive events, and a chance to connect with influential voices shaping the future of the electronic music industry. Top Speakers and Programming High

Miami’s legendary music week is about to get a serious upgrade. Wynn Nightlife, the powerhouse behind Las Vegas’s most iconic club experiences, has announced a landmark partnership with Hyde Beach at SLS South Beach, promising five days of non-stop, sun-soaked revelry from March 26th to 30th, 2025. This first-time collaboration brings together the unparalleled production and talent curation of Wynn Nightlife with the vibrant, beachfront energy of Hyde Beach, creating a must-attend destinatio

LA-based producer, singer, and DJ XIE had just dropped her empowering new single, ‘Siente El Ritmo’, on March 21st featuring the talented Spanish singer-songwriter ANGE, as part of the inspiring Lady of the House Latin America compilation, available now via the Lady Of The House label. XIE provides bold and empowered rhythms in ‘Siente El Ritmo’ In fact, ‘Siente El Ritmo’ embodies the vibrant spirit of Latin dance culture with sultry vocals, hypnotic rhythms, and pulsating house grooves.

This past weekend, Los Angeles-based producer, singer, and DJ XIE took a significant step in her career by releasing her latest track, ‘LOVE LANGUAGE’ through the Lady Of The House label to celebrate Valentine’s Day. To emphasize the powerful message of the track, ‘LOVE LANGUAGE’ serves as a heartfelt tribute to the vibrant energy and spirited community that defines the house music scene. The track features XIE’s flirty and enchanting hazy vocals, which beautifully complement the lush synth

Eli & Fur, renowned for their captivating sound, join forces with YOTTO, the visionary behind Odd One Out label, for an exciting debut collaboration on ‘Somebody To Love’. This highly anticipated track is now available on Odd One Out Records. It delivers an unforgettable musical experience that you won’t want to miss! This beautiful track blessed our ears for the first time ever at Anjunadeep Seattle B2B set of Eli and YOTTO last summer. The crowd’s reaction was ecstatic under the

Mumbai, brace yourselves! The esteemed Zamna Festival kickstarts its return to India on the 28th of March. The eminent Mexican entity, with its annual gathering headquartered in Tulum, has quickly risen to become a staple for dance music fans since 2017. After its acclaimed debut in India in September last year which oversaw a capacity of more than 12,000 revellers, Zamna India sees an early return in 2025. A reason for delight early in the year as well for the Indian techno connoisseur. Zam

It’s been over eight years since this trailblazing duo released an album, but today bass heads worldwide felt the Earth tremble when Zeds Dead dropped Return To The Spectrum Of Intergalactic Happiness. This 14-track opus is their gift of self-expression to the world. As you listen, the music takes you to alternate dimensions, jumping across all parallel universes from track to track. From Toronto, Canada, Zeds Dead (Dylan “DC” Mamid and Zachary “Hooks” Rapp-Rovan) has performed at shows sinc

Zeds Dead had quite the weekend in New York. It all started on Thursday, March 20th, when they took over the world-famous Katz Deli. They served more than pastrami sandwiches and gave the pop-up crowd plenty to feast on. Katz Deli was filled to the brim with ravers as the Canadian duo played their world-famous sound in an iconic venue. Their New York takeover continued into Friday and Saturday night at the sold-out Avant Gardner. Support for the shows was impressive, including Truth, Mr.Carm

Earlier this month, Zeds Dead released their new cosmic album, Return To The Spectrum Of Intergalactic Happiness, that allowed the duo to bring back some of their roots in experimenting with beats and rhythms that took their fans on a psychedelic odyssey. The album was released on March 7th, but on the 4th at the Los Angeles Fine Arts Theatre, they held a private invite-only viewing of their stunning audio-visual experience. This exclusive film transcends viewers through space and time as t

The world of electronic dance music is about to witness the rise of a young prodigy. 13-year-old DJ sensation Dario Di Bona is set to release his debut single “Jaded” on March 21st through record label Tankfloor/WMG, marking the beginning of what promises to be an extraordinary career. Born in Padua, Italy, and raised in Geneva, Switzerland, Dario discovered his passion for electronic music at the tender age of four. A vacation to Ibiza first ignited his love for DJing when he was mesmerized by

20/20 Vision Recordings celebrate 30 years with a series of records and events called Full Circle.   Started in a farmhouse studio outside Leeds by Ralph Lawson & Carl Finlow the label has gone on to be one of the most respected electronic music labels on the planet with a consistent output over three decades approaching 500 releases and 2000 tracks. Full Circle will feature highly sought rarities from the label sitting alongside new remixes, edits and unreleased versions. The first vol

AVA London returned for its eighth year, gathering thousands of leading artists, creators, thought leaders, industry professionals & fans across three dynamic days of conferencing, cutting-edge live music events and global debuts. AVA delivered a hybrid programme of keynotes, industry forums, masterclasses, and raves beyond boundaries.  Quotes from Speakers “Superserve your superfans” – Tom Schroeder on The Game Changers “Queer is an orientation and a political practice that extends bey

A new album, a new era for Adam Beyer and his music. The revered Swedish producer, DJ, and label head of Drumcode and Truesoul has consistently pushed the boundaries of techno in his own 30+ years of releases, while his imprints have launched many new artists and boosted the clout of major stars. Now, he announces a new studio album for summer release, ‘Explorer Vol. 1’, presaged by title track single ‘Explorer’, out today. ‘Explorer Vol. 1’, the album: that ‘Vol.1’ is a tantalising hint of thi

The electronic duo AIGEL reveals the release of their sixth studio album, Killer Qız, on March 28, marking a key milestone in their creative journey. The album’s focus track will be Barsı Da Bezdä. This is the second album by the group recorded entirely in Tatar, exploring themes of loss and rediscovery, death and rebirth, the complexity of human nature, and trust in faith. At the heart of Killer Qız is a bold narrative: a DJ killer dances until the death of a high-ranking official, then escap

AlphaTheta announces the release of “We Become One”, a new documentary film exploring the power of shared musical experiences. AlphaTheta’s mission, One Through Music, is based on a passionate belief that music has the profound power to unite people. From dancefloors to festivals, music has an undeniable ability to create shared experiences, dissolve boundaries, and bring us into a collective state of flow. But why does this happen? What is it about music that connects us so deeply?   “We Beco

Afro-house sensation AMÉMÉ is giving DJs and producers the chance to reimagine his hit single “Power” featuring the captivating vocals of Mario Reyes. As the founder of “One Tribe”, label and events series known for its vibrant gatherings that unite diverse individuals across art, fashion, and music – AMÉMÉ is gearing up for another massive year of performances around the globe. The winning remix will receive an official release on AMÉMÉ’s One Tribe Records and earn a spot on the lineup for the

As Milan pulses with energy during Fashion Week, Amnesia Milano sets the tone for an electrifying month of music. March 2025 brings a lineup of world-class DJs, uniting cutting-edge soundscapes with Amnesia’s legendary atmosphere. From the hypnotic rhythms of Indira Paganotto to the stripped-back groove of Chris Stussy and the melodic mastery of Brina Knauss, this month’s events promise an unforgettable experience. The festivities begin on Saturday, March 1st, with an explosive night featuring

FORWARDS’ brand-new dance tent, The Arches, will debut in 2025 with ANNIE MAC as its first-ever headliner on Saturday 23rd August. The new tent at FORWARDS marks an exciting expansion for the festival, bringing together heritage acts and rising stars from across the electronic spectrum to create a dedicated space for dance music fans.   A legend of dance music and radio alike, Annie Mac has become a leading personality and talent in the global electronic scene, delivering high-energy performan

Hot on the heels of the standout first single ‘Dheere’ which made waves across the underground, Anvaya now serves up their super debut EP ‘Sands Between Us’ in full on Indo Warehouse. It arrives on April 4th and offers a deep dive into the full richness of their sound.   Anvaya is the fast-rising pair of dynamic husband-and-wife team Sonia and Kaushal Majmudar. Formed in 2023, the duo has quickly garnered international acclaim and carved out a space for themselves as innovators in South Asian-

Indo Warehouse continues to define the sound of South Asian-inspired electronic music with “Dheere,” the hypnotic new single from rising duo Anvaya, out March 7th as the first taste of their highly anticipated debut EP, Sands Between Us. Marking a major moment in Anvaya’s fast-evolving journey, “Dheere” arrives just ahead of a landmark, sold-out Indo Warehouse showcase at The Roundhouse, London on Friday 7th March, where the duo will perform alongside label founders Kahani and Kunal Merchant. W