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Jedi and Sith alike are invited to feel the force together on the dancefloor at a new series of Star Wars-themed raves. The organizers of "STAR RAVE," I3C Event Concepts and DEF ALIEN RECORDINGS, promise live electronic music alongside "movie-quality costumed characters, light saber glow sticks, massive LED screens featuring remixed edits from the Star Wars extended cinematic universe." In addition to the costumed actors, there will be a costume contest to encourage concertgoers to break out the

Words by Alex Lambeau and Zach Salafia Henri Bergmann, Monophase & Be No Rain – Cheating Heart Henri Bergmann and Monophase unveil “Cheating Heart” – a hauntingly beautiful love song – just in time for Valentine’s Day. Featuring powerful vocals from Be No Rain, this progressive anthem has been over a year in the making and now finds its home on Joris Voorn’s Spectrum label. With its uplifting synth melodies and an unforgettable vocal performance, the track delivers a perfect balance

With a remarkable 30-year career, Ray Keith is rightly celebrated as the godfather of jungle and drum & bass, earning legendary status within the scene. Known for an extensive list of pseudonyms, including Dark Soldier, Renegade, and London’s Most Wanted, he is the mastermind behind Dread Recordings and has played a vital role in shaping the genre during its transition from the acid house and hardcore explosion of the late ’80s and early ’90s. Starting out as a rare groove, soul, and fun

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Grabbitz and Rezz are no strangers to alchemy, but "Love You Til' I'm Dead" may be their most haunting concoction yet.  Aptly released on Valentine's Day via Blue Butterfly Records, the lead single from Grabbitz's forthcoming album BIG EPIC NOTHING takes a daring step away from the duo's usual bass-heavy formula, trading dark, hypnotic drops for raw emotional weight. Grabbitz’s signature, soul-stirring vocals guide the track with an aching intensity while Rezz—typically known for her eerie, bass

Sampling his own wedding vows, deep house producer Spherical has released a deeply personal new track, "Ride Slow." Out now to celebrate Valentine's Day, the track opens and closes with intimate snippets from the producer's vows, adding an emotive touch. The samples form the emotional core of the song, complementing Spherical's melodic house elements. "This song is very dear to me—it’s a reminder to breathe, trust, and simply ride slow through life together," Spherical said.  Musically, "Ride Sl

Italian DJ and producer duo Agents Of Time have unleashed an electrifying remix of Zerb, Ty Dolla $ign, and Wiz Khalifa’s global hit, ‘Location.’ Infusing the track with their signature melodic techno sound, Agents Of Time transform the original into a high-energy, club-ready masterpiece. Their rework injects a powerful, iconic twist, blending pulsating rhythms with deep, emotive melodies that push the boundaries of electronic music. Known for crafting forward-thinking soundscapes, this remi

On August 28th, 2016, Avicii took the stage for the last time. The performance at Ushuaïa Ibiza is the subject of a Netflix mini-documentary, Avicii - My Last Show, which released alongside the feature-length documentary, I'm Tim. During the show, fans were treated to plenty of Avicii's originals, which have since become some of the most influential tracks in EDM history. Alongside classics like "Levels" and "Wake Me Up," he performed a then-unreleased track called "Forever Yours." Now, it has r

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Pretty Pink teams up with ODYSSAY for an unforgettable return to Interstellar Recordings ahead of her performance at EDC Mexico.   A truly multifaceted artist, Pretty Pink has graced the stages of legendary events like Airbeat One, New Horizon, and World Club Dome. Known for her euphoric sound and chart-topping releases with countless esteemed labels, including her own Deep Woods imprint, she continues to push boundaries within the melodic house and techno space. Balance is the sort of per

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

Alesso sparked news last week by announcing tinnitus was the reason for his recent show cancellations. In an emotional video, Alesso was saddened by the health issue but said they were getting better. Now, Martin Garrix has also come out in a recent interview saying he too has tinnitus. Both artists were quick to tell us all to “wear earplugs”. Martin says he has a “nonstop beep” and prefers always to have “music on in the background.” He compared it to having “10 mosquitos” around your ear.

Love has always found its rhythm on the dancefloor, but the electronic dance music scene has taken matters of the heart to euphoric new heights. From sun-soaked festival moments to intimate late-night club encounters, these tracks have become more than just songs – they’re the soundtrack to countless love stories unfolding beneath the strobing lights. Whether it’s the ethereal vocals of Sam Smith in Disclosure’s “Latch” or the timeless groove of Modjo’s “Lady (Hear Me Tonight),” these anthems ha

Love has always found its rhythm on the dancefloor, but the electronic dance music scene has taken matters of the heart to euphoric new heights. From sun-soaked festival moments to intimate late-night club encounters, these tracks have become more than just songs – they’re the soundtrack to countless love stories unfolding beneath the strobing lights. Whether it’s the ethereal vocals of Sam Smith in Disclosure’s “Latch” or the timeless groove of Modjo’s “Lady (Hear Me Tonight),” these anthems ha

Avicii – Forever Yours (Tim’s 2016 Ibiza Version) Interscope Records, Pophouse and the Avicii Estate have released Avicii’s “2016 Ibiza Version” ‘Forever Yours’ ft. Sandro Cavazza. The track is being released as an official single in response to fans’ reactions to two acclaimed Netflix documentaries:  Avicii: I’m Tim and the concert film Avicii: My Last Show, which began streaming on December 31, 2024.  The track was performed during Avicii’s final live performance at Ushuaia in Ibiza in 2016, a

Happy Valentine’s Day to all as Henri Bergmann and Monophase enlist Be No Rain’s voice for a chilling love song titled ‘Cheating Heart‘. This collaboration took over a year to make but the result is this progressive single. We see its release on Joris Voorn’s Spectrum label. The track is already well received with support from Armin Van Buuren, Joris Voorn, CAMELPHAT, and more. What’s more, this record is fresh off the success of her collaboration with Wennink on ‘Guardian Angel’ for Crosstown R

Shawn Matthew continues to make waves with the release of his latest single, ‘U Got All I Want’, a track that seamlessly fuses classic tech house grooves with the raw energy of early hip-hop. Designed for both the dancefloor and the airwaves, this release delivers a punchy blend of driving rhythms, hypnotic synths, and a bouncy organic bassline that throws it back to the spirit of 1992.   With influences from Mark Knight, Green Velvet, and James Hurr, the track plays like a future club favor

The new song “Darkness In Me” by Steve Angello and Modern Tales is out now via Astralwerks / SIZE. The song is about avoiding temptation and giving in to your urges. Along with the song, they put out an exciting film. The main character in the movie, Gleb Sazonov, goes on an emotional and life-changing journey to accept himself. The pulsing beat, strong artistic scenes, flashing lights, and AI images all work together to create a one-of-a-kind way to watch something. This is Angello’s first ne

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Influential house tastemaker Sonny Fodera brings his unique sounds to Pacha Ibiza with his brand new Monday residency. A carefully curated mix of dance music pioneers and red hot new stars with join the chart topping Fodera each week    House sensation and BRIT Award nominee Sonny Fodera is set to make Monday nights his own with his brand new debut residency at Pacha Ibiza. For 17 weeks from 16 June – 6 October, 2025, the platinum selling artist will line-up alongside a brilliant selection of

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

20/20 Vision Recordings celebrate 30 years with a series of records and events called Full Circle.   Started in a farmhouse studio outside Leeds by Ralph Lawson & Carl Finlow the label has gone on to be one of the most respected electronic music labels on the planet with a consistent output over three decades approaching 500 releases and 2000 tracks. Full Circle will feature highly sought rarities from the label sitting alongside new remixes, edits and unreleased versions. The first vol

Sandro Cavazza, a singer-songwriter, has openly questioned the release of “Forever Yours – Tim’s 2016 Ibiza Version,” a song on which he and the late EDM pioneer Avicii sing together. Cavazza spoke out against the release on social media, saying that he had agreed to include Tim’s demo version in a full live record from the artist’s last show but not as a separate single. The song was played at Avicii’s last live show in 2016 at Ushuaia in Ibiza. It was released by Interscope Records, Pophouse,

Steve Angello, BUNT., Lavern, Megisto, and Nova Blue have all been confirmed to join Martin Garrix at his biggest UK solo show to date, which will take place at Gunnersbury Park in London on August 16, 2025. Special guest Steve Angello shines just as brightly on his own as he does with Swedish House Mafia, the group he helped form and which has been nominated for two GRAMMY® awards. He has been on DJ Mag’s “Top 100 DJs” list for 14 years and has won two DJ Awards. His remixes have been used by

Today, Avicii‘s “Forever Yours – Tim’s 2016 Ibiza Version” was released as an official single by Interscope Records, Pophouse, and the Avicii Estate. This is in response to how fans felt about the two highly praised Netflix documentaries, Avicii: I’m Tim and Avicii: My Last Show, which started streaming on December 31, 2024. The song was played at Avicii’s last live show at Ushuaia in Ibiza in 2016, which is shown in the movie. Today, you can get “Forever Yours – Tim’s 2016 Ibiza Version” Feat.