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Are you passionate about underground electronic music? Do you have an ear for what it takes to make a perfect mix? What track is driving underground dancefloors? We looking for a dedicated music enthusiast to take the helm of our “Mix of the Week” and “Track of the Week” selections. About the Role We are seeking a knowledgeable and passionate curator who lives and breathes underground electronic music. No commercial EDM—just the unique, cutting-edge, and diverse sounds that push the boun

LIDO Festival, is the newest addition to London’s summer calendar, announcing the final addition to its series of concerts. Massive Attack has announced to headline LIDO Festival in Victoria Park; their first London festival show in 9 years. On Friday 6th June, the iconic Bristol band will not only perform their acclaimed live show (designed in collaboration between Robert Del Naja, United Visual Artists and documentarist Adam Curtis) but continue their work with ACT 1.5 to rapidly decarbonise l

With more than three decades experience running the world class Tresor club in Berlin, Dimitri Hegemann is now finding success with an alternative strategy at the previously-struggling sister venue in western Germany, and is dedicated to sharing the knowledge of successful club management across Europe and beyond. Patrick Hinton reports Continue reading...

MashApp, a new music app that allows users to curate and play back real time personalised ‘mashups’ of their favourite songs in an environment that supports artists and songwriters, has launched in the Apple App Store in the US. Tracks from music labels and music publishers including Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment,  Warner Music Group (including Warner Chappell Music and Warner Recorded Music), Kobalt Music and Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG)—MashApp makes it easier

Stunning cultural escape Medaina Festival arrives at Jordan’s ancient Petra and the nearby Wadi Rum valley from May 21 to 26, 2025. This multi-day event is a unique mix of music, art, gastronomy, culture and sustainability in one of the most beautiful and ancient places in the world.  Modern wanderers seek more than just destinations, they crave immersive, multidimensional experiences that go beyond the ordinary. And that’s exactly what Medaina Festival, curated by Tithorea, offers: an intri

New York City  – one of dance music’s global capitals and a city that’s always had a special relationship with Anjunabeats. From Above & Beyond’s iconic ABGT100 show at Madison Square Garden and their acoustic performance at Radio City Music Hall to open-air label takeovers throughout the city, it’s been an incredible 25-year relationship with the city that never sleeps.  In celebration of the past, present, and future of the Anjuna family of labels, Anjuna will present its one and only

After over five (5) years of contentious and controversial litigation, Lorin Ashton aka Bassnectar has settled the civil lawsuit against him. The lawsuit alleged claims of sexual abuse, grooming, and even sex trafficking at one point. In 2020, Lorin Ashton faced multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, including claims of engaging in inappropriate relationships with underage girls. These accusations led to a lawsuit filed in 2021, alleging child sexual abuse, sex trafficking, and the crea

Steve Angello and Modern Tales release their new single ‘Darkness In Me‘ via Astralwerks / SIZE. The song explores themes of resisting temptation and impulsive desires. Alongside the track, they released an exciting video. In the video, the protagonist, Gleb Sazonov, takes an emotional and transformative journey towards personal acceptance. The pulsing beat paired with powerful artistic scenes, strobing lights, and AI visuals make for a unique immersive viewing experience. ‘Darkness In M

The 10,000-capacity venue, located close to Bramley-Moore Dock, allegedly placed "road ahead closed signs" outside its events without planning permission Continue reading...

Hilda Jackson, a 104-year-old from Derbyshire, UK, is proving that age is just a number as she prepares to celebrate her 105th birthday with a full-fledged rave. Set to take place on February 25 at Holbrook Hall care home, the event will feature a live DJ, UV lighting, and glow sticks, ensuring a vibrant night for Jackson and her fellow residents. Jackson, who has always had a passion for dancing and music, requested a high-energy celebration to reflect her zest for life. “She’s always been

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

The band are set to headline LIDO’s debut edition – their first London festival show in some nine years Continue reading...

The drum ‘n’ bass MC has spent more than 200 days in hospital after being diagnosed with acute monoblastic leukemia Continue reading...

CamelPhat, the Grammy-nominated DJ and production duo from the UK, bring their unique deep, groovy and melodic house sounds to Pacha ICONS for an exclusive musical trip.   The platinum-selling Liverpool duo have firmly established themselves as one of the most in-demand acts on the planet. From legendary residencies at the world’s best clubs including the last two summers at Pacha Ibiza to collaborations and chart topping singles with the likes of Anyma, Elderbrook, Jake Bugg and Jem Cook, the

2025 is shaping up to be a massive year for T & Sugah. With their latest release ‘Louder’ kicking things off this year, they are now working towards the first indoor edition of their very own High Tea Festival.  What started in 2011 as a musical collaboration between the two, grew to become the High Tea Music label in 2016, with the first Festival in 2022. With years of experience as producers and numerous sold-out events under their belt, they know the scene inside and out. “Go hard and

When Hilda Jackson was born, the idea of a "rave" would have been about as foreign a concept as TikTok dances and Boiler Room. Fast-forward 105 years, and the English woman is about to prove that basslines and glowsticks are just as much for centenarians as they are for kids exploring their first music festival. Set to celebrate her 105th birthday on February 25th, Jackson, according to BBC News, has one request: a full-fledged rave at her Derbyshire care home, complete with a live DJ, ultraviol

Gesaffelstein's dystopian world is once again expanding beyond the confines of the studio after the iconic French producer announced a new leg of his ongoing "Enter The Gamma" tour. A string of high-profile festival dates will showcase the dark, commanding energy of 2024's stunning GAMMA album, Gesaffelstein's first full-length project in five years.  Last year, the shadowy producer made his highly anticipated live return with a series of large-scale shows and select festival appearances, includ

In the wildest crossover since Chardee MacDennis met beer pong, electronic music fans across the country are preparing to dance their nights away at "SUNNY RAVE," a tour inspired by It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Organized by Austin-based electronic artist dj pressed, the tour is taking the absurd and chaotic energy of "The Gang" to new levels. "My personality is pretty much a string of Always Sunny references, loud electronic noises and desperate cries for attention, so the 'SUNNY RAVE Tour

One week after sending out ‘Bibis Tower’ to all fans who subscribed to his mail list, Skrillex sent out another surprise track today. Titled ‘Scut,’ the song is one of the artist’s most anticipated IDs, having been played for the first time at Lost Lands 2023 by Infekt. Featuring a riddim sound, ‘Scut’ focuses on taking fans through an instrumental journey, rather than a lyrical experience. After reinventing his style and releasing various genres of music since his comeback, Skrillex‘s new song

The email arrived quietly, with a subject line so nondescript it could have easily been mistaken for a routine work message: "Mix test." No announcement, no cryptic social media tease, just an unassuming note from Skrillex himself. "Good Monday from my mixing room in Los Angeles," the body of today's email reads. "Hope you are keeping well." Fans who opened the attachment expecting further pleasantries were instead met with something far more explosive: a preview of his unreleased track, "Scut."

The email arrived quietly, with a subject line so nondescript it could have easily been mistaken for a routine work message: "Mix test." No announcement, no cryptic social media tease, just an unassuming note from Skrillex himself. "Good Monday from my mixing room in Los Angeles," the body of today's email reads. "Hope you are keeping well." Fans who opened the attachment expecting further pleasantries were instead met with something far more explosive: a preview of his unreleased track, "Scut."

There's a certain irony in the fact that one of electronic music's most compelling new voices built his career around the challenge of using his actual voice. In his new documentary, The World Pushed Against You, Shrimpnose reveals how electronic music became his truest form of expression in a world that all too often demands verbal fluency. The DJ and producer, whose whose real name is Riley Smithson, has navigated a stutter since the age of five. About 1% of the world's adults live with a stut

Martin Garrix, the best DJ in the world, will return to Ushuaïa Ibiza for his 10th residency this summer. This will be a historic event that solidifies his position as one of the most important people in electronic music. In honor of this important anniversary, the Dutch superstar will launch “X,” a unique residency idea that honors ten years of groundbreaking performances, cutting-edge sound, and career-defining moments at the island’s best outdoor club. It will be open every Thursday from June

Frank Butselaar, a prominent tax attorney known for representing world-famous DJs Tiësto and Afrojack, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for tax fraud in New York. A serious blow to Butselaar, a 65-year-old consultant dubbed the “taxman to the stars” by the Dutch press. Tax Fraud This outcome of the fraud could provide advantageous for Butselaar’s clients Afrojack and Tiësto. The court has ordered Butselaar to pay an astonishing $19.25 million in restitution. This is the amount

Sandro Cavazza, one-half of the hit record ‘Forever Yours‘ alongside Avicii, recently opened up on socials clarifying he’s against releasing the Demo version now out to the public. The artist, who allegedly has more unreleased material with Tim, made a statement on his social media mentioning he didn’t approve of the release of the track as a standalone single. “Just so you all know“, the statement starts, “I have not agreed on released this as a single. I have only agreed on releasing Tim’s