Dance Music News

Destino Five Ibiza’s Grand Opening for the 2025 season takes place on Thursday, 19 June 2025 with Marco Carola and CamelPhat, while Carola is also set to return for a full Music On residency this summer.     The stunning luxury of Destino Five Ibiza is located on the cliffs of Cap Martinet above the resort of Talamanca, with truly mesmerising views over Ibiza Town and towards Formentera. It is an intimate place to party and one of the few open-air venues on the island with otherworldly product

APRIL 18 – 20, 2025 NDSM DOCKLANDS AMSTERDAM BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE After unleashing their vast daytime programming and announcing Friday’s official opening night line-up, DGTL Amsterdam puts the cherry firmly on top of their 2025 edition with their final announcement, a monster line-up across Saturday and Sunday nights. For die-hard DCTL fans who want to experience the festival to the fullest, the night programs offer a unique opportunity to continue well into the early hours. Expect energeti

A new era for nightlife discovery has arrived with Dancefloor, the revolutionary platform for finding the best DJs and club nights in your city. Available now on iOS and Android, it is the one and only place to go whether you’re planning ahead or looking for a spontaneous night out.    Dancefloor is to club nights what Songkick is for gigs. The simple to use platform keeps you in the loop with personalised notifications whenever your favourite DJs are playing near you. The daily feed also high

What’s the best advice you’ve ever received as an artist? “Stay true to yourself.” That’s something I always carry with me. The music industry can be filled with external pressures, but it’s crucial to follow your own path. Authenticity will always stand out. How do you handle creative blocks or times when you’re feeling uninspired? I find inspiration in everyday life—whether it’s a trip to a new place, a conversation, or just a quiet moment. When I feel blocked, I take a step back from the s

Do Not Sleep is returning home to the iconic Amnesia Terraza for its 2025 Ibiza season with an unforgettable opening party on Thursday, May 15th. Initially, the party will run every Thursday before shifting to Tuesdays from June 3rd, culminating with the Amnesia Terraza season closing on Tuesday, July 8th. This year, the event series raises the bar with globally renowned names alongside hot-topic, up-and-coming talent that promises a season that will leave you wide awake and craving more.

Groundbreaking Drum & Bass artist Yellock is set to release his highly anticipated new album, Post Virtual Humanism, on February 14th, 2025. The album explores the chaos and humanity of the AI era and the digital age, blending hard-hitting beats with live instruments like guitar, piano, and vocals. This unique sound reflects Yellock’s desire to push the boundaries of electronic music while still maintaining its core essence.   Post Virtual Humanism continues the themes from his previous wo

After weeks of teasing, bass music titans Doctor P and Flux Pavilion unveil their long-anticipated, self-titled debut collaborative album via their own Circus Records – a landmark moment, which, we can say, was over 20 years in the making in the form of both artists long-lasting friendship, spanning 23 years. As co-founders of the influential label and longtime friends and collaborators, this release marks a full-circle moment in their storied careers. The 15-track body of work takes listeners

After a tour in Latin America, WLHM presents a deep and percussive sonic journey alongside Abel Djassi. WLHM and Abel Djassi introduce “Echo Nexus,” a track that blends deep techno with tribal energy. Released under Siblings Audio on March 13th, the collaboration explores hypnotic rhythms and organic textures, offering an immersive club experience. Available for DJs on Beatport. “Echo Nexus” is built around pulsating rhythms and evolving soundscapes. The track captures a trance-like movement t

Famous When Dead Records returns with its highly anticipated second release, “Together” by Dutch DJ and producer Xamount. Building upon the success of their debut track, “Another One” by UK artist Syncia, Famous When Dead continues to cement itself as a vital force in the current electronic music scene with this single.   “Together” creates a seamless blend between House and Garage embodying the bumpy groove of UKG from days gone by, driven with a solid 4X4 House drum pattern that amplifies th

Berlin-based DJ and producer Grayson Repp is stepping up his game once again, dropping his latest single, ‘Heart and Soul’, via Gray Area Recordings. As the official lead DJ for the FIFA World Cup 2026, Repp isn’t just soundtracking the biggest sporting event on the planet, he’s crafting euphoric, emotionally charged experiences for stadiums and dance floors alike.   With over 3 million Spotify streams and heavyweight backing from Tiësto and The Chainsmokers, Repp’s rise has been nothing short

Bohemia Beach Club continues to lead from the front in Dubai with global heavyweights and rising stars all playing between now and the end of May.  Now, Bohemia Presents welcomes back house specialists Defected, which held its 25th anniversary at the iconic beach club earlier this year. Returning with a year-long residency, the UK label and events series has already hosted the likes of HoneyLuv and Hot Since 82, with more genre trailblazers to come, including Mele, Sam Divine, and more. Duba

Flower Power is Ibiza’s longest running and most authentic party with transformative sounds and free spirit in endless supply and now it reveals headliners for the celebrated Saturday sessions which run from 7 June – 30 August, as well as on 4 October 2025   Each week, host Bora Uzer sets the tone with his immersive live sets, multi-instrumental skills and heartfelt blend of genres that draw on his vast library of sound.   Joining him this year is a who’s who of international talent includ

Label: 22WEST MUSIC Release Date: 24/01/2025 Buy Link Pre-save Artist Socials FLOYD WEST22 is starting 2025 with a bang! “Dance All Night” is a masterful fusion of tech house and melodic techno, blending pulsating basslines, driving rhythms, and hypnotic melodies into a captivating sonic journey. This track encapsulates the essence of forward-thinking electronic music, seamlessly weaving together a gritty energy emotive atmospheres and intricate melodies typical of melodic techno. The deep

Héctor Oaks, Shlømo, Luude, Holy Goof, Indira Paganotto, Steve Aoki, Fedde Le Grand, Da Capo, Enoo Napa, Miss Bashful and more will feature at Bootshaus through the first half of 2025   Bootshaus Cologne has been a driving force in the German scene for decades and that continues in early 2025 with a blistering array of events featuring leading brands and international DJs across the techno, bass, house and EDM spectrum.  Bootshaus Cologne leans into its reputation as a wild child of the und

NIBIRII Festival, promoted by the iconic Bootshaus Cologne, is Germany’s most essential weekender for GOA, Techno, and D&B fans, returning on August 22–24, 2025. With 60,000 people and over 100 acts, it will take place on over four stages across three days at the stunning Dürener Badesee in Düren.    NIBIRII is for electronic music lovers who want to experience a unique open-air festival at the swimming lake in Western Germany, next to cities like Aachen and Cologne (Köln). It takes place

Afro tech sounds, merging Parisian creativity and Düsseldorf’s signature grooves gave birth to a hypnotic journey through music The collaboration between Paris-based Hanna Haïs and Düsseldorf producers Dante T. and Mario Da Ragnio has resulted in “Wekena,” a dark yet hypnotic Afro tech track set to release on 7 February 2025 via Donkela Records. The track is available for DJs on Beaport. This marks a significant step in Afro tech exploration, blending diverse influences and production expert

Rising electronic DJ-producer HAUMS drops an astronomical new single, “Lost on Mars,” via his imprint, Quantum Feels. This track serves as the second single from his highly anticipated upcoming album, following the recent release of “Awake Me.” New single “Lost on Mars” is a masterful blend of progressive and melodic elements, unfolding over deep, hypnotic beats. As the track builds, uplifting chords rise through the mix, intertwining with inviting claps and storytelling leads, creating a sense

HAUMS teases his upcoming album ‘Squaring The Circle’ on Quantum Feels with new single ‘Awake Me,’ which is rooted in the question “What if life isn’t a problem to be solved but a reality to be experienced?”   American born and bred DJ-producer HAUMS is an artist who looks to stimulate thought, arousing feelings and trigger movement in his music. He releases on labels like Harabe and UV Noir and has had numerous Top 100 Beatport tracks over the course of his career. Elsewhere, he has had su

Ben Hemsley, Chris Stussy, Doorly, Denny, DJ Gigola, Jess Bays, LF System, Sam Divine and more all added   Hideout is Croatia’s original and best festival experience and today the complete line-up and beach party details are revealed for their unmissable 15th anniversary edition. Taking place from 22nd – 26th June 2025, Hideout is five days of non-stop musical action, adventure and holiday escapism on Zrce Beach.  Every year, Hideout gets underway with a bang with the legendary opening beac

Home Again announces the return of its Club Festival for 2025, promising a celebration of electronic music culture. Taking place from May 28 to June 2, 2025, across the iconic RSO.BERLIN and the sprawling Valley Stage, this third edition solidifies Berlin’s status as the heartbeat of global club culture.   With Thursday, May 29, marked as a public holiday in most of Europe, it’s the perfect excuse for an extended Berlin escape. This year’s lineup is the festival’s most dynamic yet, featuring h

Described by The Guardian as a “fine singer” and “an eye (and ear) opener” by fRoots Magazine, Katie Rose, an innovative vocal artist, releases two mesmerizing remixes of “Can U Feel It,” masterfully produced by renowned EDM music producer and DJ Michael Doiley, at Spring Equinox: 21st March.   Katie Rose is not just an artist and singer-songwriter: she is also a powerhouse, multitasking musical maestro, wholly committed to making the magical benefits of singing accessible and inclusive. She h

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

Renowned songwriter JJ PARKI is set to release his highly anticipated EP, ‘My Infernal World (Ode to Lina & Paw) – The Remixes’, on February 14th, 2025. GETTING TO KNOW JJ PARKI Introduce yourself and your project: JJ PARKI, songwriter.  JJ PARKI & Co. (Collaborations in creative Company) Explain what musical genre fits you best: My roots are in EDM, and fusing sounds with my collaborators is a real buzz.  However, I can’t resist projects in other genres, such as singer-songwriter

Jamie Jones has revealed the lineup for ‘Jamie Jones Presents Paradise in the City’, the first-ever, full-scale, UK outdoor festival from his world-renowned Paradise brand. Taking place across 4 stages at Boston Manor Park in London from 12pm to 10pm on 2nd August 2025, Jamie Jones has curated a stellar lineup featuring the cream of house and techno. With more names still to be announced, heavy hitters revealed today include Vintage Culture, Seth Troxler, Hot Since 82, wAFF, Manda Moor, East E

Scandinavia’s fastest-rising dance artist, joki, is back with a bang, releasing his highly anticipated dance-pop anthem aliceon February 28th, 2025, through NITRON Music and Sony Music Germany. Known for his infectious energy and ability to create irresistible melodies, joki has already amassed over 3 million monthly listeners on Spotify in just seven months, a testament to his rapid rise in the music scene. Following successful collaborations with Sam Feldt on TEN and Sevek on Coca, joki is pr