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Ukrainian electronic duo ARTBAT has once again captivated the techno scene with their latest release, ‘Afterparty’, which officially dropped on February 28, 2025. This track is a testament to ARTBAT’s signature melodic techno sound, seamlessly blending pulsating beats with atmospheric synths to create an immersive auditory experience. ‘Afterparty’ is designed for those who live for the music long after the lights go down. The track builds gradually, introducing layers of intricate melodies t

It’s Friday and BARELY ALIVE has just blessed the dubstep community with another smashing single, ‘don’t stop‘. The track marks a return to their “OG sound” while incorporating a touch of 2010s dubstep flair, creating a nostalgic yet fresh listening experience. Out now on their new label, none hundred, it’s been a lethal addition to their live sets during their WATT tour. Right from the outset, ‘don’t stop’ starts with a countdown building tension before the track explodes into a barra

British electronic music producer Rusko returns with a powerful statement after a two-year hiatus, unveiling his latest EP, 1 Man Army. This captivating five-track collection marks an exciting debut under the Monstercat Uncaged label. With its signature blend of heavy basslines and dynamic rhythms, the EP showcases Rusko’s unparalleled dubstep sound. Don’t miss out on this thrilling release—experience 1 Man Army on your favorite music streaming platform. 1 Man Army EP Dubstep enthusiast

Insomniac announces the return of EDC Week in Las Vegas, taking place May 14 – 20, 2025, with the unveiling of the first phase of artists to be performing during the weeklong schedule of night and day parties in anticipation of the 29th edition of North America’s largest dance music festival, Electric Daisy Carnival. In the week leading up to the festival at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, over 40 of dance music’s biggest names and innovators will inundate 16 of the Strip’s premier indoor and outd

Following a string of notable releases and collaborations, Ghanaian-Australian sister duo Kinder return with their latest single, ‘Still The Same’, out now via Warner Music Australia. Expanding on their unique approach to Afro House, the track sees them further refine their sound, blending rhythmically rich production with a dynamic vocal presence.  ‘Still The Same’ carries a natural sense of movement, led by a groovy beat, intricate and catchy guitar riffs, and uplifting vocals that weave s

Terry Golden continues his momentum with the release of ‘Bring Me To Life:’ a Melodic House & Techno remix featuring vocalist Patricia Vivanco via Brain Pain Records. As he retains focus in his creative efforts, the Producer and DJ ensures his release schedule keeps giving way to unique-sounding music, delivering tracks that showcase his artistry and distinct sonic identity.   This latest single sees Terry Golden rework the iconic Evanescence’s original, infusing the classic Rock track w

Following a string of notable releases and collaborations, Ghanaian-Australian sister  duo Kinder return with their latest single, ‘Still The Same’, out now via Warner Music  Australia. Expanding on their unique approach to Afro House, the track sees them  further refine their sound, blending rhythmically rich production with a dynamic vocal  presence.  ‘Still The Same’ carries a natural sense of movement, led by a groovy beat, intricate and  catchy guitar riffs, and uplifting vocals that weave

TATE SEDAR is putting it all out there with THIS IS POST-EDM, out today. The EP encompasses a genre-blurring, rule-breaking project that bridges the energy of the 2010s EDM explosion with fresh, forward-thinking production. After racking up 500,000+ streams, securing radio play for “Our Goodbye” with Liv Kennedy, and closing out 2024 alongside R3hab at Avalon Hollywood, SEDAR needed a new creative direction. That moment arrived with post-EDM—a term he coined to describe his sound, blending t

Today, Elohim released a beautiful new cover of ‘Sail’ as a part of the Deluxe Edition her album Power of Panic. The cover breathes new life into an album already layered with emotional weight. ‘Sail’, Elohim’s stripped-down rework of AWOLNATION’s defining anthem, dials back the intensity and replaces it with an intimate, vulnerable delivery. The defiant energy of the original morphs into a quiet contemplation, transforming its raw power into something hauntingly personal. ‘Scratch My Brain’ int

As the world transitions from winter to spring, Swiss-South African artist Nora En Pure delivers a radiant new anthem with her latest release, ‘Tranquility’, out now via Enormous Tunes. Infused with her signature organic house elements, this captivating piano-driven track embodies renewal, warmth, and positivity, setting the perfect tone for the changing seasons. I want to be walking through a national park while listening to this on repeat. Fresh off a six-week North American tour and a bre

Electronic music producer Rebūke is set to release his highly anticipated album, The World of Era, in spring 2025, pushing creative and conceptual boundaries in the genre. Leading the album is the single ‘Choose Life,’ a collaboration with rising artist Linska, released today, February 28. Inspired by ‘Trainspotting,’ the track reimagines Irvine Welsh’s iconic monologue with a modern techno twist, exploring themes like streaming culture, AI, and automation. Listen here. Following their succ

Grabbitz has released a new album, Big Epic Nothing, unearthing raw emotion across 11 tracks and painting an intimate portrait of an artist who has never been afraid to embrace vulnerability.  Grabbitz has never been one to conform. The genre-blending singer-songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist has long occupied a lane of his own, bridging electronic music with rock and consistently pushing boundaries in the process. With Big Epic Nothing, his fifth studio album and first full-length r

After finding a home in Los Angeles, Cloonee is ready to deliver what he's calling the biggest show of his career in honor of the city that helped him grow. The house music star in June is joining forces with Insomniac's Factory 93 brand to showcase the sounds of his label, Hellbent Records, label in downtown Los Angeles. Fans of the British DJ will also be treated to the sounds of a handful of special guests, who have not been announced at the time of this writing. Cloonee also got in front of

Amazon's Alexa+ just got a musical upgrade, but major record labels are not singing along. The tech giant has partnered with AI music company Suno for a new integration that allows users to generate complete songs, including lyrics, vocals and instrumentals, simply by asking Alexa. The feature is part of Amazon's broader rollout of Alexa+, an upgraded version of its voice assistant infused with AI-powered capabilities, according to Billboard. "Using Alexa's integration with Suno, you can turn si

Oh this one got us really excited! Miami based producer and fan favorite John Summit presents us his rendition of Anyma’s ‘Hypnotized’ featuring Ellie Goulding. The Melodic Techno track was one of the highlights of Anyma’s Sphere performances in Las Vegas, and after Daddy Summit jokingly posted his audition tape for the Sphere a month back, he now joins the roster for his debut Sphere performance. The remix is now available just ahead of his shows at LIV Las Vegas tomorrow and The Sphere this Su

By now, you’ve seen REBŪKE‘s cyberfuturistic teasers on cult-classic film, Trainspotting, with ‘Choose Life‘ featuring Digital Dream collaborator, Linska. The single is out now and is also the title single of REBŪKE‘s debut studio album The World of Era. Mark your calendars for its release on May 19th via his Era label. The album promises to push creative and conceptual boundaries, cementing REBŪKE’s reputation as one of the most forward-thinking artists of the genre. Additionally, he debuted t

Things are about to heat up! The 3rd edition of Brunch Electronik Festival in Barcelona is coming full throttle with a carefully curated underground House and Techno lineup of over 90 artists and 4 days of fun. This year, the festival will take place August 7-10 across brand new venues. Moreover, they will have an exclusive opening party with Maribou State and a live performance by Pretty Girl. Furthermore, they will offer afterparties in three more venues. Festival Lineup After a s

Two Drumcode mainstays, Layton Giordani & Bart Skils, join forces on rapturous but dark-edged Techno thriller ‘Deadly Valentine’, out now on Adam Beyer’s imprint. Skils is globally renowned for his chart-invading take-no-prisoners Techno. The Dutch producer’s last release on Beyer’s imprint was the 2024 Sakura EP comprising collaborations with SUDO and Drunken Kong. Giordani, also a chart topper, at the forefront of an exciting new genre-bending sound, combines influences of Melodic House, P

February waves goodbye in true Trancy fashion today. The Anjunabeats female duo of the moment is back. Amy Wiles and Leena Punks have collaborated again, this time with vocals from flowanastasia, on a new Trance track called ‘Heard It All Before’. After their highly successful debut conjoint work ‘Sweet Feeling’, the bar was high for this release. And I think they’ve crushed it. Amy Wiles, a regular artist on Anjunabeats, has released several successful tracks on the label, ever since h

Los Angeles-based duo NIIKO X SWAE are back, and they’re paying homage to their roots with their latest single, ‘Drop It Low.’ This electrifying house banger, released via Dim Mak, is a testament to their playful spirit and deep-rooted love for the sounds that shaped their youth. ‘Drop It Low’ transports listeners straight to the sweaty, vibrant energy of a 90s basement rave. The track pulsates with a funked-out groove, driven by an acid-inspired bassline that cuts through the mix like

Words by Alex Lambeau and Zach Salafia. Tinlicker – Never Let Me Go In honor of Anjunabeats‘ 25th anniversary, Tinlicker have returned to the label they’ve become so synonymous with for a special original, “Never Let Me Go.” The one-off release includes a glorious seven-minute extended version and follows the duo having been announced as part of Anjuna’s Open Air South Africa lineup. And if “Never Let Me Go” wasn’t enough, Tinlicker also just uploaded their New Year’s Eve set from The Co

News Welcome to February’s edition of the UKF Monthly Round-Up! Another month down, and bass music continues to thrive as we head deeper into 2025. Let’s dive into some of the biggest moments from the last few weeks. First up, we had some big news of our own—UKF was nominated for ‘Best Record Label’ at the Radio 1 Dance Awards! It was an absolute honor to be on the shortlist alongside some of the biggest and best in the game. Massive congratulations to Defected for taking home the win, a

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 IMANU, KROY - Hush Mild Minds - I NEED U DRKTMS - All of Me Giorgio Fazio - It Felt Like Fire (But I Think

As a dance music producer, knowing when your track is truly finished can be a challenge—there's always room for refinement. But if you ever find yourself unsure of how to elevate your song, asking John Summit to remix it will reveal the answer. In his latest dancefloor-ready jewel, the house music superstar put an electrifying spin on "Hypnotized," Anyma's high-profile collaboration with Ellie Goulding. Out today, the official remix transforms an atmospheric journey into a full-fledged club weap

One of the most highly anticipated IDs in bass music has finally arrived, "System Shock," a seismic collaboration between Subtronics, Hedex and IRAH. Out now via Helix Records, the track was first unleashed on audiences across the country during Subtronics' 2024 US tour, for which Hedex provided direct support, before becoming a fan-favorite weapon in their DJ sets. A word to the wise: if you're listening on your own sound system, make sure your speakers can handle the shock because this track d