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Öwnboss and Fafaq work together on the hot new track “Bacilando” on Future House Music. The way that the smooth Latin singing and the darker, underground beat fit together in this song is a lesson in contrast and unity. Deep melodies and sultry, sun-soaked words that make you feel like you’re in a tropical evening pull you in from the first few bars. Don’t get too comfortable, though, because “Bacilando” quickly turns into a full-on sound storm, releasing driving rhythms, dirty basslines, and a

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To our wonderful community of EQ Music Blog readers, we are thrilled to share some exciting news! You may have heard that the prestigious SXSW festival, which annually captivates audiences in Austin, Texas, marks its debut in London this June. This event promises to be Europe’s largest, and most dynamic cross-sector networking opportunity, uniting tech innovators, creative visionaries, and influential business leaders to shape the future. But here’s the secret we’ve been eagerly waiting to unve

A crane collapsed during the opening day of AXE Ceremonia, a popular music festival held at Parque Bicentenario in Mexico City, resulting in the deaths of two people and prompting the event's abrupt cancellation, its organizers confirmed Sunday. The victims, identified as photographers Berenice Giles and Miguel Hernández, were killed Saturday when the structure at the festival site gave way during a gust of wind, according to reports by the Associated Press and local newspaper El Universal. The

The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds inspired by the scene of yesteryear. EDM.com's weekly Fresh Picks series discovers new music and unearths influential tracks that help define the underground dance scene. You can find the below tracks on EDM.com's Fresh Picks Playlist. Follow to stay up-to-date and submit tracks for consideration here. EDM.com Fresh Picks Skrillex, Zacari, Starrah - MOMENTUM (feat. IIykimchi) Byegone, shy tea - Boiling Point whoisinnocent - th

Following a 5-year hiatus Carl Cox’s techno record label Intec Digital has reemerged with a brand-new EP from Carlo Lio and M.I.T.A. titled ‘Chasing Ghosts.’ Originally founded in 1998 by Carl Cox and DJ C1, the then titled Intec Records played host to releases from huge names including Richie Hawtin, Pete Tong, and Paul Oakenfold. Its greatest success came in 2002 with the release of Tomaz and Filterheadz’s techno marvel ‘Sunshine’ which sold 25000 copies. Intec Records ran up until 2006 and th

The Weekend Festival’s lineup is being expanded with new superstars, as world-renowned DJ/producers Hardwell and Robin Schulz join the event’s artist roster. Other top producers are now also being announced for Weekend, including Finnish power duo Super8 & Tab, who are celebrating their 20th anniversary, and Vini Vici, a regular at dance music’s biggest festivals. Weekend will be held at Vermo Event Park in Espoo, Finland on August 1–2. Dutchman Hardwell has had a career spanning over ten ye

Vancouver-born producer Heat Ledger is turning up the heat with his electrifying new single, “El Calor” — a Latin-infused house track that brings the rhythm, energy, and undeniable club vibes. Inspired by the sultry Miami nightlife and the timeless grooves of ‘90s house music, “El Calor” is a hypnotic blend of crisp percussion, deep pulsing basslines, and a sultry vocal hook that demands movement. The track’s standout lyric — “El calor va subiendo, los cuerpos van bajando” (As the heat rises

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Grammy-winning live electronic group RÜFÜS DU SOL announced that their highly praised album Inhale / Exhale will have an official remix package coming out on May 1. 2. Adriatique‘s remix of “In the Moment” is out now on Rose Avenue/Reprise Record. It gives you a sneak peek at the future 15-track remix collection. 1. Inhale / Exhale Remixed is a celebration of the band’s deep ties to club music and undeniable impact in the electronic space. It adds to their legacy as both creators and tastemaker

Dutch electronic giants and live artists Tinlicker release their new single ‘I Started A Fire’ featuring London-based producer Hero Baldwin, out now on Remember The Future/[PIAS]. The duo’s ability to connect emotionally with their collaborators as well as their audiences, beautifully showcased on their acclaimed last album ‘Cold Enough For Snow’, has made them a creative force. Their signature sound weaves melodic elements with soulful vocals, evocative lyrics, heart-felt indie guitar

EVAN GIIA kicks off a new chapter with ‘HARD FEELINGS’, the first of three upcoming singles from the Breakaway Projects signee. Known for her powerful vocals and emotionally charged lyrics, the Brooklyn-based artist doesn’t hold back on this raw and relatable release. ‘HARD FEELINGS’ dives into the ache of losing a close friend, echoing sentiments of betrayal and disappointment with lines like “I thought this shit was real, but I guess you got enough.” The track balances vulnerability with d

North Coast Music Festival finishes off its 15th-anniversary artist lineup with a phase 2 announcement for the 2025 event. This top-tier lineup will take the stage at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, IL from August 29-31, 2025. NCM is already generating significant buzz with its massive headliners. Previously, in phase one, they announced headliners like Chris Lake, Excision, Galantis, Zedd, and more. Now, they have added psychedelic dubstep legend Liquid Stranger, bass duo ATLiens, electro-soul

World-renown, Chicago-Native Star Kaskade joins long-time collaborator and Australian producer Lipless. Out now on Colorize, the single ‘State of Mind’ brings these two masterminds together for a Progressive House feast. Blending lush synth textures, euphoric basslines, and cinematic atmospheres, ‘State Of Mind’ arrives on the heels of Lipless’ single Incomplete and stands as a defining moment for Colorize in 2025. With early support from electronic heavyweights like Above & Beyond, Chic

April 2025 is already delivering a vibrant array of fresh sounds and new music tracks to liven up your playlists. This month’s selection, handpicked by EDMNOMAD, showcases a diverse palette of electronic music, from seamless melodic house fusions and forward-thinking progressive textures to captivating vocal anthems and innovative reimagining of beloved classics.  The curated selection awaits you below: Joris Voorn x YOTTO, x White Lies – Seventeen Seventeen is a seamless fusion of m

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This edition includes a project linking Mancunian and Palestinian artists Continue reading...

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For decades, audio engineers have lived by Hofmann's Iron Law, the fun-killing principle that essentially says you can have deep bass or portability, but never both. It's like being told you can have either cheese or chocolate, when any reasonable person demands both. Enter Brane Audio's mind-boggling Brane X, which solves that problem with a technological apparatus that essentially gaslights the laws of physics. Founded in 2015 in Austin, Texas—because of course a company breaking audio rules w