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In what will be one of the last events of its breakout 2024 season, Breakaway Festival is returning to Charlotte with a monster lineup in September. The largest touring festival in the US, Breakaway is officially coming back to the zMAX Dragway Grounds at Charlotte Motor Speedway and bringing fans a lineup of epic proportions. Electronic music superstars Alesso, Marshmello and Chase & Status have been billed to headline the festival’s first day while its mainstage will host sets by FISHER, L

WIN has returned with his first sonic offering of the new year. After putting up a towering nine singles in 2024—and having already gained prior DJ support from the likes of Martin Garrix, Tiësto, Chris Lake, and many more—the Norwegian talent is now looking to surpass what can only be described as his most impressive year to date, delivering “K” via This Ain’t Bristol. A single listen of “K” ensures that the latest delivery from the WIN WIN Situation founder has all the tools to become a qu

Winamp music platform, is today releasing an advanced version of Winamp for Creators, making it the first all-in-one suite of tools for artists, covering everything from distribution, copyright and licensing, to collectibles, fan engagement, collaboration and marketing. Winamp is focusing its attention on empowering independent artists and labels, at a time when streaming is not serving the majority of artists who are unable to make a living out of it. The need to diversify revenue streams b

Cool, calm, crisp and incisive. For half a decade now Wingz has graced the scene with his mercilessly methodical production, interwoven with soulful rhythms and grooves, ultimately soaring into the stratosphere of respected scene legend. A true master of the craft, we’ve seen him release on a number of labels, moving effortlessly between the sounds and styles of the genre sphere, but it’s his development with Overview Music that has set him apart. A jewel in the stable of the Brighton/Bristo

It’s now two weeks since Ultra Day 1, and we have finally regained enough brain cells to process what happened during MMW24. We took some time to think over all the events of the week beyond just Ultra to distill some of the biggest winners and losers from Miami Music Week 2024. Read on for the full lowdown. Winner: Mother Nature Music Week 2024 was an unexpected reminder that Mother Nature is undefeated in the universe. The best-made plans can go to s**t when storms come through, e

Globally recognized as the longest-running electronic music conference of its kind, Winter Music Conference (WMC) will make its highly-anticipated return to Miami Beach for its 35th anniversary celebration, taking over the historic Eden Roc Miami Beach from Wednesday, March 26 – Friday, March 28, 2025. The 35th edition of the globally-renowned conference will deliver three days of dynamic, cutting-edge programming, blending educational panels, keynote talks, networking opportunities, and exclus

Get ready to dance the night away under the winter sky as Pulse Events returns with their highly anticipated second annual Winter Solstice Festival. This year’s event will take place on November 16, 2024, at the iconic Great Hall at Avant Gardner. Headlining this year’s festival is a not-to-be-missed back-to-back set from the legendary Dillon Francis and Valentino Khan. Known for their genre-defying sounds and infectious energy, these two heavyweights will deliver a high-octane performance t

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Wiwek's beloved EP series, Jungle Terror, is clawing its way back. The Dutch DJ and producer ushered in a movement a decade ago, when he released the first Jungle Terror EP in 2014. Its groundbreaking music took on a life of its own and spawned a new genre as Wiwek inspired legions of artists in his wake to produce big room bangers with a tribal twist. Prized collaborations with Skrillex, Hardwell and many others poured gasoline on his patented sound, leading to its explosion on the festival cir

Dutch super-producer Wiwek, known for defining out his own sound with “jungle terror,” returns with vol. 5 of his iconic EP series of the same name. Released on Yellow Claw’s Barong Family label, ‘Jungle Terror Volume 5’ celebrates the concept’s 10-year anniversary. Wiwek continues to push the sound that defined his career on the new installment. Arriving four years after “Jungle Terror vol. 4,” the blister 3-track EP gives fans more of what they love — a vibrant mix of big kicks, punchy

When Dutch super-producer Wiwek comes back to Yellow Claw’s Barong Family with vol. 5 of his famous “Jungle Terror” EP series, new songs are added to celebrate the idea’s 10th anniversary. The EP: Jungle Terror vol. 4 “Jungle Terror vol. 4” EP from Wiwek hasn’t been released in 4 years. “Cola” with Emy Perez starts the party with heavy bass, strong kick drums, and vocals that sound like they were recorded in an urban setting. This is a theme that runs through all three songs. In “Scream” wit

Expectations can often confine artists to a singular sound, but Wiwek's journey reveals depth and versatility that's been simmering just beneath the surface.  Known for igniting dancefloors with his high-energy "jungle terror" sound—a genre which he pioneered—the Dutch producer has now taken a bold step beyond the club scene by scoring his first feature-length film, Electric Child. Swiss director Simon Jaquemet, who had previously woven Wiwek's electrifying tracks into his films, approached the

After a 9-year hiatus, Dutch DJ and producer extraordinaire Wiwek makes a triumphant return to Hardwell’s Revealed Recordings with his latest track, “Remedy.” As the architect of the groundbreaking “jungle terror” genre, Wiwek’s comeback is nothing short of terrifying. Jungle terror, a genre pioneered by Wiwek, is a high-energy fusion of electronic dance music that draws inspiration from tribal rhythms, primal sounds, and intense, driving beats. This unique style emerged in the early 2010s a

With a name like "Remedy," Wiwek's latest track promises a cure for the mundane, injecting listeners with a powerful dose of jungle terror. In true spirit of the jungle terror movement he defined, Wiwek's latest offering is a potent concoction of heart-racing kicks and frenetic synth design. Notably, the "Killa" producer is making his triumphant return to Hardwell’s Revealed Recordings after a nine-year break in the action. Opening with whistling synths that cut through the air like a referee's

Wobbleland in Northern California has been the reigning king of bass festivals on the west coast for nearly a decade, and it seems like they’ve taken their break in 2021 in stride with a stellar return for next January. The official lineup just dropped and it’s a who’s who of everyone you could possibly want. From JOYRYDE b2b Ghastly as GHOST RYDR, Kayzo, NGHTMRE, and Slushii on the headline row to 12th Planet, Gammer, Wavedash, Riot Ten b2b Spag Heddy on the main stage, then Champage Drip, Lil

France’s WODD is closing out his biggest year yet with his second EP on Kannibalen Records, The Garden. After dropping his 4th Dimension EP earlier this year, as well as playing the main stage at Lost Lands, WODD is dropping three new bass-fueled hits that many fans got to preview live already. Capping off the EP is a stunning and trippy bass tune, “Turn Off The Light.” Filled with menacing whispers and a dastardly bassline, the song easily conveys a sense of fear and foreboding that sends chil

In the electronic dance music scene, it’s common for artists to branch out and experiment with new styles and genres as they evolve. This often leads to artists finding their perfect fit while bringing fresh sounds to the table. Such is the case for Wolverave. Wolverave, a French DJ and producer from Bordeaux, began his music production journey at the young age of 14, over a decade ago. Throughout his career, he has explored various electronic genres, including house, dubstep, drum and bass,

After being featured in Notion, DJ Mag, Electronic Groove, True Underground, Plastic Mag, along with receiving support from BBC Radio 1 Dance’s Jaguar, Jezz Iszatt and a Dancefloor Moment with Phoebe I-H, Wolvo is back with ‘Mash It Up’, turning up the heat with a massive blend of bass house and UK garage. Having carved out a niche with releases on powerhouse labels such as Armada Music, Warner Music & Xploded, Wolvo is no stranger to the electronic music scene. His tracks have earned the en

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Los Angeles mourns the tragic loss of a member of their dance music community, following the fatal stabbing of a girl known as Amanda “Dandy Mandi” Torres, early Sunday morning. The incident, which occurred outside a downtown warehouse after party, has sparked numerous calls for increased safety measures at local events. Details surrounding the attack remain unclear, but according to Torres’ family, she was stabbed multiple times around 1:00 am on January 26th by a man who had been ejected f

A Nevada woman is feeling the heat after Nevada authorities hit her with fines for offering rides to Burning Man. 61-year-old Susie Holland recently shared her story with the Reno Gazette Journal. Holland says Nevada Transportation Authority agents swarmed her car when she arrived to pick up Burners making their way to Black Rock Desert. It turns out her Burners were undercover agents. Holland says agents searched her car before informing her she could face up to $30,000 in fines.

A woman unfortunately fell from a tall climbable Burning Man art. Rachael Gingery fell from an art piece resembling a sinking ship. Just before 6 a.m. on Saturday, Gingery climbed the wooden planks suspended on steel cables to the installation’s tilting crow’s nest, which sat atop a slanting pole that festival attendees could slide down. She fell about 20 feet. Luckily, she seems to be doing fine and will make a full recovery. After losing her grip on the pole and falling, Gingery was transp

The European summer of 2024 has been a vibrant celebration of electronic music, with women dominating the dance floors and solidifying their place in the scene. As always, Ibiza stands as the epicenter of this excitement, and this year is no exception. The White Isle, known for its pulsating energy and iconic parties, has become the stage for some of the most promising and influential female DJs of the moment. Carly Wilford is a name that deserves special recognition. The British DJ and prod

In light of the recent report – Misogyny in Music, it’s evident that women are underrepresented in the industry compared to men. However, if you’re a woman aspiring to carve your path in the world of music, don’t let this deter you. While there’s still progress to be made in closing the gender gap, comparing historical data reveals a promising trend: we’re moving in the right direction. Today, let’s keep the spotlight on the positive. We want to introduce you to some phenomenal women working

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