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Charlotte de Witte’s KNTXT sub-label RPM welcomes Austrian Trance tastemaker Alpha Tracks for his superb new Thrife Life EP. Across four cuts he blends ethereal vocals, widescreen synth craft and deep hypnotic power. The EP is a masterclass of new Trance. Each track has its own personality, rich with melodies and intriguing vibes.
Vienna’s Felix Benedikt is the man behind this vital alias and is one of Europe’s most fascinating acts right now. He has released his evocative sounds on several influential labels and often produces his music live on analogue machines. In efect, they lend each track a dynamic edge. Moreover, he ignores all rules and tempos and explores across a wide range of subtle in-between styles. Thus, he shows this perfectly in this ep. 
He is one of Europe’s most fascinating acts right now. He has released his evocative sounds on several influential labels such as Ellen Alien’s BPitch and Morbid records.  Often, he produces his music live on analogue machines which lend them a dynamic edge.
Thrife Life EP
This new record brings together his most diverse musical influences of recent years and explores brand new sonic territory by overcoming existing genre boundaries. It was produced in a small secluded fishermen’s village in Greece and experiments with a new aesthetic in terms of vocals and various genre references.
First up is ‘New Forgiveness’ with its tightly woven layers of gurgling bass and loopy percussion. Ghoulish voices are offset by super sweet female tones and suspensory chords that keep you floating above the dance floor. ‘Secrets’ picks up the pace with rubbery and smooth drums and bass. The cherry on top is the angelic vocals all working you into a trance.
Then the superb ‘Collect The Sun’ has a dubby and driving undercurrent with future synth lines. Furthermore, the song posseses richly atmospheric pads making for a cinematic trip. ‘Insomnia’ is an eerie and alluring blend of deep, urgent drums and bass. In addition, it has pitched up vocals that bring an ethereal and otherworldly edge. 
These are four fresh tracks that have a personality all of their own, here is the Thrife Life EP
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Steve Angello, one third of Swedish House Mafia is celebrating his birthday today. Looking back on his journey, Angello released a lot of memorable tracks, either solo, together with Swedish House Mafia, or through different aliases along with Axwell or Sebastian Ingrosso.
Starting in early 2000s, Angello released his first records under the name of Who’s Who. In 2003 he launched his own label called ‘Size Records,’ a company that still releases music to this day and the label through which Angello puts out most of his solo tracks.
Later in the 2000s, he rose to fame with productions such as his 2006 hit ‘Tell Me Why’ with Axwell and ‘Baby When The Light’ with David Guetta in 2007. Angello’s biggest single came in 2008 when he released a remake of ‘Show Me Love’ by Robin S.
A year later, the Swedish House Mafia members released their first track together along with Laidback Luke. ‘Leave The World Behind’ defined a new era of house music and the start of progressive house becoming one of EDM’s many portraits. However, the record was not credited under the group name, so Angello’s first official track as part of Swedish House Mafia was ‘One,’ a collaboration that featured Pharrell Williams.
From then, Steve Angello, also nicknamed as ‘Boss’ by the fans, released many successful productions, mainly with Axwell and Sebastian Ingrosso.
Following the break up of the supergroup in 2013, Angello decided to work solo again, releasing two albums, ‘Wild Youth’ and ‘Human,’ both showcasing different types of electronic music, but loved by fans. 2018 saw the boys get back together, reuniting on the Ultra Miami mainstage, closing the festival.
In present, Angello is doing work and touring both solo as well as with the Swedish House Mafia.
Celebrate Steve Angello’s birthday with his top 10 streamed tracks:
10. ‘Let You Do This’ Salvatore Ganacci and Sebastian Ingrosso [14m Streams]
9. ‘Wasted Love’ feat. Dougy [18m Streams]
8. ‘Nothing Scares Me Anymore’ [24m Streams]
7. ‘Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)’ [25m Streams]
6. ‘Children Of The Wild’ feat. Mako [27m Streams]
5. ‘Baby When The Light’ with David Guetta & Cozi [40m Streams]
4. ‘Payback’ with Dimitri Vangelis & Wyman [54m Streams]
3. ‘Leave The World Behind’ with Axwell, Sebastian Ingrosso, Laidback Luke [75m Streams]
2. ‘Tell Me Why’ with Axwell [151m Streams]
1. ‘Show Me Love’ with Laidback Luke [153m Streams]
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Breakaway Music Festival has taken major strides in transforming the festival experience into a more eco-conscious environment. As the festival tours across the United States, including stops in California, Michigan, Florida, and North Carolina, Breakaway has made significant progress in minimizing its environmental impact. From carbon emissions to waste management, the festival is paving the way for a greener future.
A Powerful Partnership for a Greener Future 
To address the environmental footprint of large-scale festivals, Breakaway has teamed up with Zero Waste Event Productions, focusing on waste reduction through recycling, composting, and water bottle refills. This collaboration has had a substantial impact, enabling Breakaway to recycle thousands of pounds of materials in 2024. Here’s a breakdown of the impressive numbers: 
• 7,205.4 lbs of cardboard 
• 4,306.2 lbs of mixed plastic 
• 4,211.1 lbs of aluminum cans 
• 2,959.5 lbs of glass 
• 580.3 lbs of mixed material 
• 48.3 lbs of film/soft plastic 
• 2,194.2 lbs of food scrap composted  
 
In addition to recycling efforts, Breakaway has also contributed to local communities by donating 400 pounds of food to the ‘Food Not Bombs‘ organization and 200 pounds to local shelters, further solidifying their commitment to sustainability.  
The Power of Attendee Participation 
A key factor in Breakaway’s sustainability success is the active participation of festival-goers. By taking the initiative to recycle and reuse, attendees play a crucial role in reducing the environmental impact of the event. Breakaway’s 2024 success shows that when everyone contributes, even the smallest actions can lead to significant results.  
Impressive Growth: Sustainability from 2018-2024 
Looking back at previous years, Breakaway’s sustainability efforts have come a long way since. From 2018 to 2024, the festival’s recycling efforts have drastically improved. In 2023, the overall recycled weight was 5,800.3 pounds, but in 2024, they managed to recycle over 21,905 pounds—an astounding 300% increase in just one year.  
CO2 Impact: A Massive Reduction in Emissions 
The environmental benefits of Breakaway’s recycling efforts extend beyond waste reduction. By diverting 21,905 pounds of materials from landfills, Breakaway has prevented approximately 35.49 tons of carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere. To put this into perspective, that’s equivalent to the amount of carbon absorbed by 591 trees over 10 years, or the energy needed to fully charge 4,317,103 smartphones.
Looking to the Future: A Sustainable Legacy 
With their impressive achievements in 2024, Breakaway Music Festival continues to set the standard for sustainable festivals. Their partnership with Zero Waste Event Productions, the commitment of festival-goers, and their drive to innovate will help ensure that every year brings even more sustainable progress. As they look toward the future, Breakaway is on track to leave a lasting, positive impact on both the environment and the festival industry as a whole. 
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We could be dubbed as the ultimate spoilt-for-choices music generation, literally! A single day of music releases in this era is greater than the entire calendar year of 1989. This is per a report by Music Radar that intends to look into the current state of “music creation economy”. It also probes into subscription models with added inputs from Spotify’s former Chief Economist, Will Page.
The same report by Music Radar also cites a study by business analyst, MiDIA. It reveals that there was a 12% boost in the number of music creators between 2021 and 2022, rising to 75.9 million. MiDIA also forecasts that the number of music creators around the globe will swell considerably. It predicts an increase to 198.2 million people by 2030. This is figuratively more than double that of 2022.

A past study by music data analysis company Luminate supports these increasing dynamics. The study discovered 120,000 new tracks being uploaded to streaming services every day (as of 2023). Luminate said that this unanimously surpasses the figure of 93,400 the previous year. They also anticipated more than 43 million tracks being added to Spotify and other streaming sites by the end of 2023.
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In some kind of cringey alternate pop-culture universe, Coachella's lineup is out in November before Mariah Carey unthaws from her cryogenic chamber to wreak havoc with "All I Want For Christmas Is You."
The festival's organizer, Goldenvoice, usually announces its lineup the first week of January. But the annual hype machine has shifted into overdrive much earlier than usual, which means influencers have six extra weeks to plan out their Instagram captions for Fashion Nova.
Headlining Coachella in 2025 are Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone and Travis Scott. Beyond those contemporary superstars, however, is a wellspring of electronic music talent. And after a year teeming with unforgettable EDM moments—many of which went down at the stunning new Quasar stage—the nation's most popular music festival is primed to again spotlight the genre.
Coachella returns to Indio's Empire Polo Club over two 2025 weekends: April 11-13 and April 18-20. In the meantime, check out a full list of the lineup's DJs and electronic music producers below.
Coachella 2025 electronic music artists
A.G. Cook
Above & Beyond
Alok
Amelie Lens
AMÉMÉ
Arca
Austin Millz
Basement Jaxx
Beltran
Ben Böhmer
Boris Brejcha
Charli XCX
Chase & Status
Chris Lorenzo
Chris Stussy
Coco & Breezy
Damian Lazarus
Dennis Cruz
Disco Lines
Dixon x Jimi Jules
DJ Gigola
Eli Brown
Francis Mercier
HAAi
horsegiirL
Indira Paganotto
Indo Warehouse
Infected Mushroom
Keinemusik
Klangkuenstler
Kraftwerk
Layton Giordani
Maribou State
Massano
Mau P
MEUTE
Mind Against
Moon Boots
Parcels
PARISI
Pete Tong x Ahmed Spins
Pole & Pan
salute
Sammy Virji
Sara Landry
Shermanology
Snow Strippers
The Prodigy
Tinlicker
Tripolism
underscores
Vintage Culture
VTSS
Yulia Niko
Zedd
The Coachella 2025 lineup is topped by headliners Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone and Travis Scott.Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
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Kayzo has released a new web-based game, Kayzo Unleashed XL, a riot on wheels that's ready to test your rhythm ahead of the DJ's 2025 tour.
The game puts players behind the wheel of an unruly tour bus with a death wish, careening through through streets littered with obstacles as if the Road Runner moonlighted as a tour manager. The objective of this pixelated escapade? Snag guitars while dodging barbed wire in a high-stakes game of "don't crash and burn."
Using just three keys—up, down and the rebellious Z for leaping—players must dodge the spikes and collect guitars along the way. While not groundbreaking, the game oozes charm and reckless fun to mirror the energy of its creator, who is beloved for infusing his blistering beats with a punk-rock edge.
The game arrives ahead of Kayzo's "Unleashed XL" 2025 tour as well as the release of "SWEAT!," a new collaboration with Sullivan King dropping tomorrow, November 22nd.
You can play Kayzo Unleashed XL here.
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Shazam just recently reached the “100 billion song recognitions” mark ever since the music recognition app came into fruition back in 2002. According to music business news publication Music Business Worldwide, Shazam in 2002 started off as an SMS service in the UK where people would dial 2580, hold up their phones in the air to identify music, and receive song details via text. In 2008, it then became the popular music recognition app it is now famous for when it arrived in Apple‘s App Store. Apple then acquired Shazam in 2018 for $400 million and since then, it had developed innovative ways for its fans to discover new music, which paved the way for the app to reach 100 billion song recognitions this year.
This achievement is another strong example of the many successes that Shazam has provided for these past couple years. Last year, it launched “Concerts”, a personalized in-app concert discovery hub that lets users see any concert recommendations through any of the tracks on their Shazam history. Also in 2023, the app also unveiled the “Auto Shazam” feature, which allows users to identify songs on Shazam while they still logged onto TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and other apps. With the ever-enhancing popularity of Shazam worldwide, especially as many music fans around the world have more broadening musical tastes compared to decades past, it will be a matter of time until Shazam will have a total of 1 trillion song recognitions.

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From the floor of LA's fabulous Kia Forum, the arena's imposing stage looked like a technicolored spaceship.
Standing front and center was its conductor and commander, John Summit. A vanguard of today's dance music space, Summit seemed at ease as the sharp-edged vessel hovered and hypnotized, embracing the cheers as he pivoted through a symphony of soundscapes for two hours.
The show wrapped up a trio of sold-out performances Summit made inside the famed Inglewood venue. As part of his "Comfort in Chaos" tour, the Chicago native embraced the City of Angels and offered exclusive experiences only on display at these LA concerts. 
One of those experiences was an angelic opening performance of his "Where You Are," his stratospheric dance anthem with HAYLA. Named one of EDM.com's best songs of 2023, the track and its soaring chorus were beautifully reimagined by a live orchestra.
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As cheers reverberated from the walls of the storied site, the symphony faded and Summit shifted the gears of his spacecraft. Punching it into overdrive, he was relentless, delivering an exhibition of electronic euphoria.
Throughout the course of the exhilarating night, Summit ran the gamut of his personal catalog. From "Eat The Bass" to "Human" and "What A Life"—and Odd Mob's massive remix of "Palm of My Hands"—he seamlessly cycled through his recent hits alongside his earlier projects.
John Summit performing at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles.Nat Goldie
Additional moments reserved specifically for the audience at the Forum included a string of special guest performances. These included Paige Cavell, who took to the stage for a live rendition of "Tears," and KOATES, who emerged later to perform "Undo."
The live orchestra returned to the front of the space capsule once again, this time with Julia Church. Her stunning live performance of "Go Back" was a feast to the ears, her melodic notes elevated by the soaring instrumentation alongside her. 
John Summit, Paige Cavell, Julia Church and HAYLA.Nat Goldie
The final special guest lending her talents to Summit's spectacle was none other than powerhouse vocalist, HAYLA. Having contributed to not one, but two of Summit's biggest records in the last year, her vocals were fitting for the conclusion of a show of this caliber.
For HAYLA's first appearance, Summit relinquished control of the vessel and allowed her to command the audience before her. Impassioned and in unison, a sea of hypnotized humans sang along, hanging on to every syllable of "Where You Are."
John Summit and HAYLA.Nat Goldie
HAYLA returned shortly thereafter, this time in the company of the live orchestra for one final number, "Shiver." What followed was an exhilarating concoction of dance music nirvana. The subtlety of the string instrumentation paired with HAYLA's live vocals and the driving bass thumping from the speakers was literal music to our ears.
If an alien life form ever visited our troubled, turbulent planet and wanted to know what could sow division in our world, I would bring them to the last few minutes of this show. From the top rows to the floor of the Forum, everyone seemed to be in a moment of pure ecstasy. 
John Summit performing at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles.c/o Press
The entirety of Summit's two-hour renegade was a safeguard from the ongoing of the outside world. As captain of the spacecraft, he carefully guided the audience through a kaleidoscopic visual and auditory journey. 
Summit's mastery of his craft, paired with state-of-the-art production allowed us to suspend our realities, allowing for a brief moment of comfort in chaos. 
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deadmau5 is redefining the boundaries of his creative empire by signing with CAA "for representation in all areas," Billboard reports.
CAA, which was named 2021's best talent agency in EDM.com's list of the year's best industry leaders, will work closely with deadmau5 to amplify his global reach in various artistic ventures. Those include global touring and fostering his innovative work in the gaming and tech spaces.
The electronic music icon has launched an array of unique projects at the intersection of gaming and tech, like his recent simulator game inspired by his late cat Meowingtons. Back in 2021, he launched PIXELYNX, a groundbreaking metaverse music platform co-founded with Richie Hawtin and gaming industry luminaries Ben Turner, Dean Wilson and Inder Phull.
deadmau5 performing at the iconic Tomorrowland festival in Belgium.Tomorrowland
With such a diverse portfolio, it's only natural for deadmau5 to seek out holistic representation to support his multitude of interests and goals.
"deadmau5 has redefined the intersection of music, art and technology, and we're thrilled to be a part of his next chapter," said Ferry Rais-Shaghaghi, deadmau5's agent at CAA.
On the music front, deadmau5 has been quite busy in 2024. He recently breathed new life into his 17-year-old track "Jaded" and released a stunning remix of his generational dance anthem "Strobe" produced by Layton Giordani.
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Daft Punk fans yearning for the futuristic soundtrack of Tron: Legacy are in for a surprise with the film's sequel, Ares, which will crank up the industrial intensity.
The divergence from the duo's legendary Legacy soundtrack will soon manifest in the raw, cinematic style of Nine Inch Nails. Band members Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross are a fascinating pairing for the Tron franchise due to their innate, eerie ability to blend deeply visceral and machine-like elements in their music.
The film's director, Joachim Rønning, has now opened up about the decision to bring on the influential band as Daft Punk's successors.
"With Nine Inch Nails making the music, this installment will be a little grittier, a little bit more industrial," Rønning told Empire. "It’s been important for me to contrast The Grid and the real world. In that sense, Nine Inch Nails lends itself perfectly into this new Tron world that we are creating."
While the storyline of Ares is expected to take a darker turn, the film will retain a human pulse à la Daft Punk's third album, Human After All.
"What I always look for in any story is a strong emotional core," Rønning explained. "This film will probably be more emotional than people are expecting. It’s about the cost of being human."
When Tron: Ares lights up theaters next year, it will break a 15-year silence since Legacy rebooted the iconic 1982 sci-fi saga. The star-studded cast includes Jared Leto, Evan Peters and Greta Lee, among others. The film is scheduled to release in US theaters on October 10th, 2025.
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A suffocating haze of toxic smog in New Delhi will prevent Charlotte de Witte from performing as the city cracks down to halt further environmental damage.
The techno superstar's Sunburn Arena performance, which was scheduled for this weekend, has officially been cancelled as the city grapples with the toxic air conditions.
"The show in Delhi on Saturday sadly can’t take place. Due to a severe case of air pollution, the government is not allowing any big events to happen," de Witte wrote on Instagram. "I’m very sorry i won’t be able to be with you this weekend. I’m hoping to be able to give you the show you deserve in the future, in safer conditions."
The air pollution in India's capital is at its most hazardous this season, with the lethal fog enveloping the city at a staggering "50 times the safe limit," according to an AP report. Life in India's capital is drastically changing due to the noxious conditions as the city has reportedly taken action to close schools, ban "non-essential" trucks and diesel vehicles, stop construction projects and encourage residents to stay indoors.
At the time of this writing, de Witte will still perform in Bangalore and Mumbai as planned on November 22nd and 24th, respectively.
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Acting as a spin-off of the popular after-hours Splash House events, Desert Air Festival was rebooted this past weekend after a three-year hiatus.
The two-day festival was held at the Palm Springs Air Museum and immersed guests into an electronica-fueled spectacle surrounded by aircraft of a bygone era. This year, the not-so-traditional venue was split in two: an outdoor airfield-adjacent dance floor known as The Terminal, and an indoor bass-thumping clubland known as The Hangar. 
Club Heat: Tove Lo & SG LewisTyler Borchardt
Produced by Goldenvoice, the aviation-themed event leaned heavily on its setting. As guests entered the museum, a row of World War II airplanes were on display, ready for those Ista-worthy photo ops. Furthering the immersion, bartenders and other event employees donned flight attendant gear as they aided the needs of the attendees. 
The skies above also played a major role in engaging guests, as one of the Palm Springs International Airport runways abutted the festival grounds. Throughout the night, attendees were treated to passenger airlines taking off and landing on the runway, adding to the immersion as they danced their cares away.
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The collection of artists who performed at this year's Desert Air was a more eclectic showcase than the previous iteration. With a strong lean on Gen Z aficionados, the festival diversified its roster with new faces mixed in with electronic veterans. 
Notable acts from Friday include COBRAH, Shygirl, VTSS, Kaytranada, and the special Club Heat presentation by Tove Lo and SG Lewis. 
COBRAH Tyler Borchardt
On Saturday, the night started strong with performances by Pretty Girl, Kelly Lee Owens, and Mall Grab. As the evening came to a close, Sammy Virji, Avalon Emerson, Jamie XX, and Ketboi69 all contributed to a proper sendoff. 
Ultimately, Desert Air Festival fulfilled its purpose of reviving its brand after its 2021 debut. The festival's partnership with the Palm Springs Air Museum remains its strongest point, creating a unique space for music lovers seeking immersive experiences. Here's to hoping we take to the skies again in 2025. 
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Journey into the depths of melodic techno with EDMTunes as we sit down with the enigmatic artist, KAS:ST ahead of his set at Artbat’s Upperground showcase at Drumsheds on Friday. This French producer and DJ has been captivating audiences worldwide with his immersive soundscapes and hypnotic rhythms, blurring the lines between the ethereal and the driving forces of techno. From his early releases on Flyance Records to his recent explorations on Afterlife, KAS:ST has consistently delivered a unique blend of emotion and energy. Join us as we explore the mind behind the music, delving into his creative process, inspirations, and what the future holds for this rising star in the melodic techno realm.
How has your year been so far, what have been some of the highlights?
As some of you already know, I’m now on my own with the KAS:ST project. It’s a big change, but I’m very happy about it, as it allows me to develop a more personal vision, both musically and visually, and I’ve been working hard over the last few months on a new album I’ll start releasing some singles off of early next year. Beyond that, I’ve had a lot of tracks released on different labels and in different styles, like Afterlife, HILOMATIK, Interstellar, Upperground and my own imprint Flyance! I’ve also had some great connection moments on tour in Turkey, Greece, Argentina, Colombia, the US and Europe. Each gig is special, unique – meeting the fans who love my music is really something incredible for me, and I’m grateful every day to experience that.
Tell us about your journey into dance music and the key lessons you have learned up to now?
My journey into dance music really began a few years ago when the KAS:ST project was born. What I’ve learned is that you have to do things with passion. It may sound simple, but it’s the only thing that drives me!
Tell us about your last tune Are We Truly Free? on Interstellar. What inspired it, what was the aim, what gear did you use on it?
The aim of this song with the speaking voice was precisely to question whether we are truly free or not, in the sense that today with this continuous flow of information everyone is trying to find their own meaning of existence. This track, like all the others, was worked exclusively with vst, omnisphere 2, Serum, Diva, and Ableton to name but a few.
And are we truly free? Do you think we have autonomy in this life, this digital world, or are we all pawns of big business, mainstream media, capitalism?
This is a very broad question and I’m going to be careful with my answer, because I think it is quite complex. In the capitalist world it is obvious that according to our social classes the perspectives, visions, obligations and concerns are completely different and therefore freedom is relative depending on the person. Personally, I try to keep an open mind, not to take for granted the first information that we find on social networks, in the media… but above all I try to never think with fear. I think that we can be part of a system while being aware of what it contains, both good and bad. But absolute freedom is something deeply metaphysical to which I unfortunately do not have the answer.
You play the UPPERGROUND show at Drumsheds this Friday – will you scale up your sound to suit the vastness of the venue, do you tailor sets in that way when required?
Not necessarily. I’m going to play the music I usually play, my own 100% unique style but I’m very much looking forward to what should be an amazing party!
How long do you spend prepping tunes for a gig, or weekend of gigs? How do you do it? Do you have special playlists with different vibes, for example?
Usually during the week before the gigs I listen to the promos I receive, and organize my playlists depending on where I play, at what time, for how long, and whether it a club show, headline hard ticket show, festival, branded event etc. Given that my style is quite broad in terms of music and bpm, I can easily switch from one vibe to another and having that range of tunes I can play is really something I love!
Tell us about your own label Flyance Records, what’s the sound, who do you look to work with?
Flyance Records is more of a platform where I release my own music rather than a full-fledged label that releases lots of different artists like, Afterlife, Upperground, Drumcode etc. I’m not looking to release other artists, which was the case at the very beginning. Today, I prefer to focus on my own music with my next project. In terms of sound, I would say that I have a fairly wide spectrum of productions – I can produce Melodic Techno but also harder stuff, even psytrance like my recent relesae “DGAF” on Hilomatik, but also break, ambient, etc. I love having this freedom and not being limited to a single “genre”, and I want to keep this DNA that characterizes my project.
What is the scene in Paris like? What sounds are hot right now, does the city inspire you musically?
I don’t know the Parisian scene very well anymore, because I haven’t lived there for several years. I’m currently based in Barcelona. But in general, I’m not really inspired by cities, it’s more the feelings, the moods of everyday life, my travels, my gig experiences that make me want to transmit certain emotions rather than others. For me, music is really a reflection of life.
What hopes, goals or dreams do you have for 2025 and beyond? Do you set targets like that?
I don’t think we can reveal everything here but of course I set myself goals, I think that everyone at their level has them and that it is very beneficial to have them and to always give the best of yourself.
What does dance music need to do better?
I think there is already a lot of improvement but to be even more present everywhere in the world.
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Get ready to dive deep into the world of hypnotic basslines and infectious grooves! EDMTunes is thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with none other than Goom Gum, the dynamic DJ duo who have been setting dancefloors ablaze with their unique blend of house, techno, and a touch of the unexpected. We sat down with these sonic sorcerers to discuss their creative process, their journey through the electronic music scene, and what they have in store for their ever-growing fanbase. Buckle up, because this is one ride you won’t want to miss.
Your remix of Alphadog’s “It’s Insanity” was the track that really blew up for you guys. How did it come about and how was the experience of watching it catch fire in the scene? As we noticed a long time ago, tracks that become bangers are created quite easily and you don’t plan for it to become a banger. That was the case with this track. We didn’t place any bets on it and it only took us 3 days to create it. We had no idea that the remix would catch on with so many DJs, including the legendary Tale Of Us. They were playing completely different music at the time, but they would play our remix from set to set. When we got the offer from the label to do the remix, we immediately realized what the remix should be. It had to be something in indie dance style, but we didn’t think it would be something that could be played on festival dancefloors.
You’ve already developed a signature sound. How would you describe it? We love the energy of techno style, but the main thing for us in music is melody and positive mood. We want our music to give joy and make us have fun. It’s very difficult to bring major or cheerful notes into melodic techno, but we always try to do it. Many people say that our style is already recognizable because the ideas and melodies of our tracks are very bright. Some of the DJs even said that our tracks are so powerful that after listening to them, any other track will lower the intensity on the dance floor. Stephan Jolk once called our style “happy techno” and we really liked that name. It defines our sound as accurately as possible. We want people to be happy with our techno.
You have a new single, ‘Devotion’, out now. Tell us about this one. We have long dreamed of releasing on the legendary Watergate label. We’ve been to the club of the same name in Berlin many times and we liked the format of the club. We also really liked always the releases of this label. The track “Devotion” was created more than 2 years ago and during these 2 years it was supported by many top DJs. But we couldn’t find the right label for it. It seemed to us that this track could perfectly fit the current Watergate sound of today.
You’ve collaborated with Argy and done remixes for Anyma and Armin van Buuren. Who are other artists you’d like to collaborate with? The next artist we are preparing a collaboration with in 2025 is trance music legend Paul Oakenfold. It’s fantastic to be able to do something with legends. We’ve already worked with iconic names like Pete Tong, Depeche Mode and even Brigitte Bardot, and every time you can hardly believe what’s happening. We are happy that we have reached such a level that we have the opportunity to create something together with legendary personalities. Now we are in talks with a few more musicians about collaborations. But we don’t want to reveal all the secrets yet. Believe me, we will not leave our fans without surprises.
What can we expect from Goom Gum in 2025? For 2025, our goal is to have at least one release per month. We have accumulated enough interesting tracks and remixes that are waiting to be released. Some of them have been successfully working at our shows for 2-3 years already. In general 90% of our set usually consists of our tracks, and for the sound to stay current these tracks should be released. In the meantime, we are waiting for everyone at our shows, so you can listen to these tracks first, without waiting for their releases.
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Getting excited for Spotify Wrapped? Read on for some tips to access it early.
Since 2016, Spotify Wrapped has become one of the most highly-anticipated moments of the year. Every winter, Spotify releases each users’ annual personalized report in a mini aesthetic presentation, showing their top artists, songs, genres, and more based on listening data throughout the year.
The viral marketing campaign has only grown in popularity since 2016, and Spotify Wrapped has become a staple in the cultural zeitgeist of the 20-teens and beyond. Other brands have even attempted to jump on the bandwagon, but have failed to come to close to the offerings Spotify Wrapped can provide.
When Will We See Spotify Wrapped for 2024?
While Spotify doesn’t ever announce the exact release date, we can look at previous years to get an idea of when to expect it in 2024. The date has varied slightly over the years, but has typically remained in the two week window of end of November/beginning of December. The last three years saw it land on a Wednesday, on either November 30 or December 1.
How Can Users Access Spotify Wrapped Early?
If you’re eager to get those results a little early this year, there are several third-party sites that track Spotify data and will do the work for you. Stats for Spotify provides ongoing lists of your top songs, artists, and genres over different time periods, like the last four weeks, six months, or your entire listening history. While it’s similar to Spotify Wrapped, it doesn’t have the same flashy presentation. However, it offers daily updates and is easy to access with your Spotify account. If you prioritize data over aesthetics, Stats for Spotify is a good choice.
If you’re willing to pay for a service to dig a little deeper into this data, Volt.fm or Stats.fm (formerly Spotistats) are two more options for you. Both of these sites will provide detailed breakdowns of your listening tastes.
Otherwise, stay tuned for the official Spotify Wrapped to drop in the next couple of weeks. “Keep playing what you love, and we’ll get in touch when it’s ready,” says Spotify.
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Tomorrowland Winter‘s countdown is started! Set to welcome more than 150 of the best electronic musicians worldwide in the stunning French resort of Alpe d’Huez, Tomorrowland Winter (tickets) officially unveils the lineup for the 5th edition of the renowned winter festival from March 15–22, 2025. An astonishingly varied collection of outstanding artists.
The Tomorrowland 2025 lineup includes AFROJACK, Agents Of Time, Agoria, Alex Wann, Alok, Andromedik, Amber Broos, Amelie Lens, ANNA, Argy, Armin van Buuren, Axwell, Dimitri Vegas, DJ BORING, HAAi, Henri PFR, HUGEL, Indira Paganotto, Jennifer Cardini, Joris Voorn, Kevin de Vries, Kölsch, Lost Frequencies, LP Giobbi, MANDY, MATTN, Meduza, Mind Against, Miss Monique, Mr. Belt & Wezol, NERVO, Netsky, Nina Kraviz, Odymel, Pablo Bozzi, R3HAB, Rivo, Rose Ringed, Samm, Steve Aoki, Sub Zero Project, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Vintage Culture, W&W, Yulia Niko, and many more.
They will perform on several spectacular indoor and outdoor platforms. Sales of all Tomorrowland Winter Packages—including hotel in Alpe d’Huez—as well as 7-Day Festival Passes are exhausted. There are still one-day festival passes as well as four-day ones.
Tomorrowland Winter 2025 lineup The iconic 2025 winter festival will be inspired by the brand-new theme of Paperworld
Inspired by the brand-new theme Paperworld, a fascinating parallel universe linking the several Tomorrowland realms, which will find its way to Alpe d’Huez in 2025. Paperworld is the parchment patchwork of all Tomorrowland stories ever told, generating words, phrases, and finally, stories that can each transform into a unique world of their own. A metaverse of places.
Serving fans of all genres and sounds in electronic music, the winter festival will welcome 22.000 People of Tomorrow in the stunning Alps for a unique week-long winter festival adventure packed with snow, skiing, snowboarding, great outdoor activities, and the best electronic music performances. More than 150 of the best musicians on the planet will be performing in 7 indoor and outdoor venues on the mountains and in the ski resort—also accessible for non-skiers and pedestrians—including a brand-new covered Mainstage, CORE, Cage, and Frozen Lotus, as well as The Reflection of Love and Amare. Following a run of amazing events worldwide, the renowned new CORE stage is making its way to Alpe d’Huez to start the year in style, hosting world-class performances alongside an amazing audiovisual experience by the best performers in house and techno.
Best DJs and producers from France
Live musician and DJ/producer Pablo Bozzi and the legendary Jennifer Cardini will be collaborating for a special b2b performance at Tomorrowland Winter 2025, promising fresh music and an amazing spectacle high up in the gorgeous mountains. Rivo, known for his viral remix of Disclosure’s classic hit “You & Me,” as well as multi-disciplinary artist Agoria, Latin house master HUGEL, Marseille-based DJ & producer Matt Sassari, and hard techno star VIDO will all present an exclusive performance alongside Alex Wann, the Parisian DJ & producer who took the music world by storm with his afro house record “Milkshake.”
Female force behind the decks
From around the globe, a great spectrum of female musicians will be getting behind the turntables at Alpe d’Huez: Belgian techno DJ and One World Radio resident Amber Broos, Belgian techno superstar Amelie Lens, Brazilian DJ & producer ANNA, Scottish BBC Radio 1 DJ Arielle Free, Spanish artist B Jones, Australian-born electronic producer HAAI, Spanish psy-techno producer French-born legend Jennifer Cardini, Australian techno artist Juliet Fox, American classically-trained jazz pianist LP Giobbi, German tech house DJ Lovra, Belgian hard dance powerhouse MANDY, Belgian dance sensation MATTN, Ukrainian label owner Miss Monique, Australian twin sisters NERVO, techno queen Nina Kraviz, Belgian hard techno talent NOVAH, melodic producer Yulia Niko, more.
Tomorrowland Winter Reflection of Love stage 2024 Special back-to-back sets
Armin van Buuren b2b Joris Voorn, HAAi b2b DJ BORING, Kölsch b2b Kevin de Vries, NERVO b2b B Jones, Pablo Bozzi b2b Jennifer Cardini, and others will perform among several unique back-to-back sets in the highlands.
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Amsterdam Dance Event is now in its 29th edition and once again reaffirmed its position as the world’s premier dance music event and business conference for the global electronic music industry. Over 500,000 were in attendance including artists and industry professionals from every corner of the globe. 
From October 16-20, Amsterdam pulsed with energy, encompassing over a thousand events with more than 3,000 artists, producers and DJ’s performing. ADE transformed the city into a vibrant epicenter for creative exchange, industry insights, insider knowledge and immersive performances with hundreds more cultural and conference events alongside live music.
Here’s the lowdown on our top ten highlights and experiences from this year’s ADE:
Ron Trent Interview – Rush Hour Records
This was one of those ADE special moments with only around sixty people crammed in the basement of venerable record shop institution Rush Hour Records for a talk and listening session with the the legendary Ron Trent. Considered to be one of the architects of the Chicago dance music scene, he has remained an enduring influence ever since. Ron talked through so many brilliant and insightful moments and perspectives, which included how great artists should seek to achieve true Mastery of their tools – know your tools, your mixer, know your soundsystem inside and out was Trent’s mantra.
He described the mixer being an instrument and a way for him to embue his feelings and emotions into the ‘live DJ mix’ and the way that the music he plays, uses the soundsytem as a vehicle to create a new language with the music, only achieved through an intimate understanding. The need to learn and understand the tools we use in order to get creative with them is a very apt point in todays AI revolution; and from the very man who saw the birth of acid house originate by pushing a poorly regarded musician’s accompaniment bass machine called a 303 by Roland well beyond its natural purpose and function to produce screaming acid riffs.
Audio Obscura x Innervisions – Raw Factory x The Loft
Audio Obscura throw some of the best parties during the course of ADE and their collaborations with Innervisions are always iconic. This year saw a 24-hour takeover that was simply unlike any other event that week. Featuring label bosses Âme and Dixon, this marathon event started at the massive Raw Factory with a dream lineup including AME & Dixon, AME Live, DJ Boring, Jimi Jules, Modeselekor, Sama’ Abdulhadi, Trikk, Fjaak,Gerd Janson and many more. I mean that in itself should be enough to tell you the gravitas of just how epic this was, offering an immersive soundscapes that kept attendees swelling at capacity and dancing all day and night for over 24 hours.
The Loft was the scene for what came next. This is such a spectacular setting for delivering the most epic parties and a firm favourite, towering high above the backdrop of the city with backdrop of wall to ceiling glass. It is basically the penthouse on the 16th floor of the monumental A’DAM Tower so when the next leg kicked off after the Saturday night at 7AM its fair to say this went stratospheric with AME, Dixon Jimi Jules and Chloe Caillet delivering the goods. Simply a breath-taking, stunning close through the early morning and easing you into the Sunday afternoon!
Sasha b2b Patrice Baumel – Het Sierrad
This event is fast becoming become an absolute must-attend at ADE with the most special pairing of two musical craftsmen at the top of their game performing in another of our fave venues at ADE; Het Sierrad. Set Against a monumental backdrop of endless brick walls, pillars that seem to end in outer space, a glass roof and humongous stained glass windows, nights at Het Sieraad are capable of producing instant epic memories. If we had one niggle it would be that in the past it has suffered slightly from sound issues with such an impressive and unique towering space but that seemed well under control with all new insulation and soundproofing installed this year for next level sonics. And this certaibly didnt disappoint with these two powerhouse DJs seemingly in total sync and even dropping classic bombs like The Sky Was Pink and Leftfield’s genre-bending Song of Life through to fresh future anthems like Jamie XX ‘All You Children’ and of course so many brilliant, fresh new Track ID’s, soundscapes, and most of all delivering a hell of a journey. Stunning, and all wrapped up by 9pm too!
Hernan Cattaneo b2b Nick Warren – Westerunie
This has become one of the flagship events at ADE for the massive progressive and melodic house crowds as these two titans of the scene craft an epic journey for a huge crowd of over 2,000+ joyous, happy revellers. Westerunie is a large scale industrial club in the heart of Westergas and a landmark venue in the Amsterdam clubbing scene for nearly 20 years. Hernan and Nick certainly brought the magic with an electrifying set that locked in a real flow state and camaraderie between them behind the decks. They just made it looks so easy having fun, interacting with the crowds and at all time being locked into the energy; interweaving so much fantastic new music I barely recognised a track. Simply Amazing – never fails to blow me away!
Jon Hopkins ‘Rituals Immersive Experience’ – The Other Side
Jon Hopkins can deliver a totally different experience being so multi-faceted whether leaning into classically trained roots, being a rugged techno DJ, acting as a super producer to the stars like Coldplay or crafting deep, ambient, psychedelic records. Here he seemingly brought that knowledge together to produce something totally different that I’ve ever experienced. I was slightly skeptical with the ambitions here of breaking down ones ego to its core, connecting with primal feelings and rebuilding you back again. However this listening experience really grabs you and takes you on a mental and emotional journey all supported by the way the soundscape works on a fully immersive 22.1 surround sound system. It shakes you hard to your core, makes you feel warm and fuzzy, trip out, disorientates, deconstructs and then leaves you feeling whole again. It was basically a playback session and talk for Jon’s latest album produced with 7Rays ‘Rituals’ and was life-affirming for the lucky few who experienced it as I spoke to a number of people after having had similar experiences.
We went into this new nightclub space removed our shoes and laid out on the floor which was new to me. The album had been mixed in fully immersive 22.1 glory and ow presented on one of the best systems I’ve ever heard in a club space by L’Acoustics using their L’Isa system. It was out of this world on this system in a new space (the Other Side only opened a few years back) – cathartic and life-affirming are the only superlatives to describe this which I know sound strong but its one of those where you have to be there; I’ve even struggled explaining this to even close friends in the industry but isn’t that true of the best experiences in life?  
Seladoria – Loods12
Loods12 was a new venue for us this year but was a truly fantastic end of the week ADE event. We are very familiar with Selador nights which are some of the best in the House and Techno scene. However this year felt different. It was hosted in a warehouse which offered boho-chic aesthetic and setting and madly interesting decor including airplane toilet cabins (yes – real, actual ones), six foot padlock birthday cakes and more – super quirky and with the feel of an old skool sweaty warehouse rave up but in a more intimate space. Casa Productions party ringleader cris-H was co-promoting and kicked off the show.
We arrived to witness Dannny Howells warming up the crowd and building into a frenzy for Anthony Pappa to take the reigns and deliver a stunning progressive house tinged trip up to the main maestro and Selador boss Dave Seaman; who delivered a deadly closing set of house and techno bangers which tore the roof off. Too many highlights to mention from this one and a lot of familiar faces were in attendance but included Dave’s new single Two By Two which is a recent Decoded fave and a few unreleased track IDs Dave’s been busy road-testing. This really was the coming together of three of the best to ever do it. Hardworking unrelenting DJ’s working seamlessly together locked into a unified groove. The crowd, atmosphere and energy of the room were fantastic; impressive to see them at the top of their game after so many years of success and relentlessly touring the world.  
ADE Lab
Amazing to get hands on with all the latest gear from pioneers in the tech software and hardware space like Novation, Ableton, Arturia, Native Instruments, Allen & Heath alongside new players like Modular Synths were we even bumped into Kerri Chandler road-testing this exciting new concept, through to the passionate DJ Studio team who seem to be garnering a lot of interest showing off their DAW for DJ’s . All in a cosy space decked out like a bachelors living room. Exciting to get hands on with gear like the new Adam A3 close range monitoring speakers, new Ableton Push Controller ‘Move’ and brand new Synths and software from the music making masters Arturia.
Afterlife & Tomorrowland – Ziggo Dome
Afterlife & Tomorrowland are two titanic brands at the top of their game, so to see them combine and come together for two spectacular nights during Amsterdam Dance Event was a must-see. We opted for the opening night with Tale of Us, Chris Avantgarde B2B Massano, Colyn and recent signee SCRIPT rounding out the night at Ziggo Dome. This was an essential highlight of this year’s ADE at a cavernous venue which was transformed into a real audio-visual extravaganza including Anyma’s mind-blowing Genesys visuals which are quite frankly head and shoulders above most others. Afterlife is always an incredible spectacle on the cutting edge of visuals and electronic audio trends with Tale of Us and Anyma and this did not disappoint!
The Bonanza ADE Mixer – Hotel De L’Europe
This was a serious line up of heavyweights from the industry throwing one hell of a mixer which included Media Nanny, The Brand Father, Circulate, Entourage, Spike Management and Audio Obscura, in partnership with Audemars Piguet and Armani Exchange. And boy did they host a kick-ass party at this rather luxurious hotel setting in a beautiful intimate function room with stunning backdrops of canals and winding historic streets and buildings. We walked into the room to experience Seth Troxler in full effect – the ultimate party starter, he was dropping bombs left right and centre getting the party moving in every direction with everyone locked to the same good groove.
Next rising super star of the moment Mochakk took to the decks and we were excited to see him as hadn’t witnessed a live DJ set yet. He certainly didn’t disappoint and went charging through so many bangers from Latino-tinged tech to booty shaking house – he certainly knew his music and was up for a party jumping, moving and snaking around behind the decks cooking up a frenzy without ever stopping for breath. We missed our next event this was so good and stayed on to catch NOYA close with a more hypnotic trance leaning set. It was certainly an unforgettable party and so much fun in a stunning intimate space with a beautiful backdrop. We also found out about and caught Seth’s book launch the next day which is now firmly on the reading list too.
straf_werk presents Folamour – De Kromhouthal
This event goes way beyond exciting taking over a large warehouse space and turning it into a real communal happy place which is no easy fete at such a large scale, transient event as ADE. Folamour was clearly ready and fully prepped for this one and it felt very personal and emotional for him this year; visibly seeing him break tears of joy and happiness through key moments of a faultless eight hour set. Apparently, pretty much everyone was there from open to close for what is clearly becoming another regular annual congregation and mass at ADE. Building a magical feeling of all being together, dancing in unity and sharing the experience as one with each other, the energy was off the charts.
This is a blueprint in how to host an unforgettable party in todays saturated market! Everyone was so mesmerised and harmoniously together – there was no need for phones, instagram posts or distractions and it felt fantastic and liberating that all recognise what you can only feel in a collectively shared live experience in a room full of people on the same journey and living in the moment. Bravo Folamour – one of the best to do it currently for us – this man clearly knows his music – a real player and at the top of his game!
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Available: Black Friday timed release:
Art Yard Sale Timed Release Online 29th November until 2nd December
80cm x 80cm sized C-Type at £425.00.
After Dec 2nd –  95 x 95cm limited edition of 30 print available at £1,150
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fabric has always been about culture, music culture, club culture, youth culture and art. The venue has always strived to be as forward thinking and innovative on all levels not just its music offering. The artwork for our flyers across 25 years has always been progressive as too the artwork for our mix series. Its makes sense that the physical CD compilations of fabric are documented and celebrated.  We are thrilled to work with UK artist Mark Vessey, who will immortalise the collection for all to see”. Cameron Leslie, fabric Co-Founder
There is a large section society that adores nightlife, electronic music and dancing, London’s fabric nightclub has been a mecca for these people and a celebrated international destination for countless hedonists for a quarter of a century. Arguably maintaining one of the most innovative, respected and incorruptible music policies in the club world. Having survived many challenges including a pandemic and government intervention, the venue remains an absolute career high for any DJ to play within its deep underground walls. Now its label and mix curation series are celebrated as part of their 25 year anniversary with a special commemorative photographic print by UK music culture artist Mark Vessey.
This work continues Mark Vesey’s specialist ideology of honouring the past, reminding us of the physical mediums we cherish and what they mean to us. By shooting collections using medium and large-format photography he draws our attention to the physicality of objects and magnifies their significance.Here is photographs fabrics physical CD releases for an artwork that celebrates and depicts the labels most loved mix compilations, created by the scene’s leading and most respected Electronic Music DJs. Visually documenting the unique, cutting edge and pioneering sounds that spearheaded the clubs long history and trailblazing music policy. All in their iconic and instantly recognisable tin casing.
“Being able to document the physical mix series for such a world renowned club and label is an honour. I hope to immortalise and distil the impact of their physical release series within my art, so much that it will be there to view on display in the club for future generations of clubbers to see”. Mark Vessey
It’s no secret that London club fabric is celebrating 25 years of bringing joy to the dancefloor. This landmark anniversary year has featured a world tour, special music releases, a commemorative book and now this unique artwork.
From November 2001 to November 2018, fabric ran two mix compilation series, compiled by a variety of emerging and established DJs. These were fabric and fabriclive, mirroring and reflecting the sound of their main club nights. All the mixes are released independently on an alternating monthly basis. Both series combined sold over staggering 1.8 million physical units globally.
The mixes were cherished and religiously played by their loyal global fanbase, featuring some of the industry’s biggest names including names including Ricardo Villalobos (2007), DVS1 (2017), LCD’s James Murphy and Pat Mahoney (2017) ,LTJ Bukem (2009), Four Tet (2011), Daniel Avery (2012), Mo Wax and UNKLE James Lavelle (2001) and Swayzak in addition to many others. Both series ended with their 100th instalments respectively in Oct 2018.
The passion and spirit of this collection has been captured visually by artist Mark Vessey, a rising creative star, best-known for exploring and celebrating icons of contemporary pop and dance culture. He lovingly curates, the subjects of his images which include magazines, books and vinyl records that have had special significance within the popular cultural heritage of the 20th and 21st Centuries. This new print and photograph follows on from his critically acclaimed work with Carl Cox, Norman Cook aka Fatboy Slim and Founder of Defected Records Simon Dunmore, continuing his DJ and vinyl music theme.
‘fabric’ includes the following compilations:  A-Z Zip
Zero T
Wiggle
Visionquest
Tyrant Craig Richards
Tyler Stadius
Toddla T
The Glimmers
The Duke Dumont
Tayo
Tale of Us
Swayzak
Surgeon
Steve Bug
Steffi
Stanton Warriors
Special request
Spank Rock
Soul Clap
Skream
Simian Mobile Discco
Shackleton
Scuba
Scratch Perverts
Sasha
Sandwell District
Ryan Elliott
Rub-N-Tug
Roman Flügel
Robert Hood
Rob da bank
Richard Villalobos
Rhadoo
Raresh
Ralph Lawson
Radio Slave
Prosumer
Preditah
Pinch
Petre Inspirescu
Person Sound/ Ramadanman
Pangaea
Optimo (Espacio)
Oneman
My Nu Leng
Mumdance
Move D
Monki
Midland
Michael Mayer
Mefjus
Maya Jane Coles
Matthias Tanzmann
Matthew Dear as Audio
Mattew Jonson
Matt Tolfrey
Martin
Mark Farina
Marco Carola
Maceo Plex
M.A.N.D.Y
Luke Slater
Luciano
LTJ Bukem
Logan Sama
Levon Vincent
Kode9 & Burial
Kasra
Kahn & Need
Joseph Capriati
Joris Voorn
Jon Marsh
John Tejad
John Peel
John Digweed
Jimmy Edgar
Jesse Rose
Jay Haze
Jamie Jones
James Murphy & Patt Mahoney
James Lavelle
Jack Beats
Illum Spere
Howie B
Holy Goof
Hipp-e & Halo
Hannah Want
Grooverider
Goldie
Get Familiar Mixed by Sinden
Gerd Janson
Friction
Freq Nasty
Four Tet
Flava D
Filthy Dukes
Fake Blood
Fabriclive Nitiin Sawhney
Fabriclive Bent
Fabric Live The Freestylers
Fabric live Diplo
Fabric live 2 Ali B
Fabric Live – High Contrast
Fabio
Ewan Pearson
Erol Alkan
Ellen Allien
Elijah & Skilliam
Eddie Richards
Ed Rush & Optical
Eats Everything
DVS1
Dub Phizix
Drop the Lime
DJ T
DJ Sneak
DJ Q
DJ Heather
Dj Hazard
Dimension
Digital Soundboy Soundsystem
Deeton
Death in Vegas
David Rodigan
Dave Clarke
Daphni
Daniel Avery
Damian LAzarus
D-Bridge & Instrumental Present Autonomc
Craze
Craig Richards
Craig Richard presents The Nothing Special
Commix
Cassy
Calyx & Teebee
Call Super
Calibre
Buy in the Attic
Buraka Som Sistema
Brodinski
Boys Noize
Ben UFO
Ben Sims
Baby Mammoth, Beige & Sqlid Doctor
Baby Ford
Art Department
Apollonia
Ame
Aim
Agoria
Adam Freeland
Adam Beyer
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For three glorious days and nights from Friday 8th to Monday 11th August 2025, leading label Balance Music brings you the inaugural Balance Croatia Festival – a monumental Progressive and Melodic House beach + boat party in Europe, where they have also invited brand partners The Soundgarden, Skyline Events, and Super Progressive, who’ll be there to celebrate 25 years of Balance.
Balance Music will host the biggest line-up of progressive and melodic artists to ever grace the incredible Garden Resort, Tisno. Make Balance Croatia your number one festival choice this summer as the temperatures soar on the delectable Dalmatian coast. This music, at this location is simply a match made in heaven, whether at The Yard Stage with its incredible visuals, the Beach Stage dancing on the sand (and in the sea as many do), or amongst the trees at the much-treasured Olive Grove Stage. And then there’s the amazing boat parties on the infamous Argonaut. Just imagine how special this is going to be. And at €199 for Early Birds, can you afford not to make this your summer holiday of 2025?
Tom Pandzic, founder of Balance says: “Balance Croatia will be an exciting and historic showcase of progressive and melodic house, spanning the decades, genres, and with international artists – both major stars and rising talent, which I believe has never been seen before on this scale at the one event for fans of this genre. We have also launched the Balance Croatia podcast featuring festival artists, with Eelke Kleijn delivering the first mix.”
Balance Series · Balance Croatia 001: Eelke Kleijn With presale sign-ups already well exceeding expectations and expected to go past capacity before Early Bird tickets of €199 are released on 28th November, make sure you get your tickets quickly as Balance are expecting Balance Croatia to sell fast! There’s a wealth of on-site accommodation options at The Garden Resort, from apartments and luxury mobile homes to unique airstreams and glamping under the stars amongst fig and olive trees in a boutique tent, whatever you choose, we have you covered.
Hotel Miran is the official Balance hotel partner, which is off-site and only 10 minutes by taxi or uber to The Garden Resort (the main festival site). Meet like-minded festival goers as you sip a cocktail on Hotel Miran’s terrace bar, soundtracked by Balance resident DJs, or take a refreshing dip in one of two swimming pools or the hotel’s private beach that overlooks the picturesque Adriatic Sea.
Visit https://www.balancecroatia.com/ for more information and tickets
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It has been ten years since Austrian drum and bass maestro Mefjus released his seminal debut album Emulation on Kasra’s Critical Music, a game-changing record that not only redefined the genre’s sonic landscape but also set a major benchmark for innovation and production. 
Two key aspects cannot be overstated. First, this album fundamentally altered the trajectory of drum and bass for years to come. Second, it was Critical Music that provided the platform for such freedom in bold artistic expression. 
Emulation, featuring a balance of Mefjus’ solo and collaborative work, melded the frantic intensity of neurofunk with intricate rhythms and experimental textures, challenging—and ultimately obliterating—existing boundaries, transforming neurofunk in the process. Together, Mefjus and Critical Music formed a dynamic partnership that produced a release that was bold, unapologetic, and ahead of its time. This creative synergy earned Emulation the title of ‘Best Album’ at the 2015 Drum&BassArena Awards.
Emulation solidified Mefjus’ place as one of the most innovative figures in drum and bass. Following its release, he continued to build on the album’s momentum with standout tracks like his electrifying remix of Ivy Lab’s ‘Sunday Crunk’, the ferocious ‘Reptilians’ with Noisia and Hybris, and the foot-stomper ‘Pulsation’ alongside InsideInfo to name a few. 
However, the journey leading up to Emulation was equally significant in shaping Mefjus as an artist and laying the foundation for the album. His releases on T3K, Virus Recordings, and Neodigital hinted at the creative style that would soon come to define his work, something Mefjus himself attests to. 
“It’s funny you point that out because everything before 2012, I don’t really have it on my professional radar anymore because back then, I didn’t really plan to go full time with music. But, looking back, yes, when I wrote stuff like ‘Far Too Close’ on Neodigital, it definitely changed my mindset and sort of led to Emulation, with the track being the first record of the album.”
“I think I quit my job and started making music full-time in 2013. That’s when I started writing the album. So, it was very much hand in hand, like the life decision and transitioning musically as well.”
Making it through a full-length album is no easy feat, let alone one of this magnitude. Yet, when Mefjus started working on the project, he had no predefined expectations of how he wanted the album to sound. The creativity just flowed, and from that organic process came the album’s formation which was driven purely by artistic freedom- free of any style or tempo boundaries. 
“Back then I had no expectations about what my album could sound like, so I didn’t really put any expectations on the project. I was speaking to Kasra before for a while, I remixed stuff for Critical, did a single and then an EP. The next thing he says is, “Want to do an album?” Yes, of course!.”
When reflecting on the feeling of finishing Emulation, Mefjus spoke about the importance of staying true to what feels right creatively, rather than focusing on accolades or recognition during the writing process, and allowing his ideas to guide him without restriction.
“The album resonated with so many people, it was recognised, it won an award, and stuff like that, but that was never the end goal. When I finished writing the album, I didn’t feel like a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders. I simply told myself, “Okay, this is over. What’s next?” I assume this applies to every person writing their debut album. You just do what you feel is right, and that’s it.”
Another key aspect of the conversation was how the approach to crafting an album has changed dramatically in response to the changing dynamics of drum  and bass music. Mefjus emphasised that even with these changes, it is important to stay dedicated to one’s vision and creative instincts. 
“If I would have to write my third album now, I would already be thinking “Oh God, there’s so many things I should do and so many that I shouldn’t.” Back then you didn’t think of these things. You just made music without any pressure and that’s it. It may sound weird, but it’s kind of like the more you know, the worse it gets.”
Before drum and bass became the defining force in Mefjus’ musical journey, hip-hop was the genre that captured his attention and shaped his early sound. However, as he delved into the realm of D&B, Mefjus intended to establish a unique space where the meticulousness of hip-hop production integrates with the relentless energy of drum and bass. 
That’s when he found a perfect home with Critical Music; a label that not only embraced innovation but also fostered an environment where artists were motivated to challenge conventions and explore their creativity without restraint. Critical allowed Mefjus the creative freedom to merge his past and present, supporting his artistic vision as he created tracks that were rich with hip-hop influences while simultaneously pushing the limits of what drum and bass could be.
“I was afraid that there wouldn’t be any space for my hip-hop roots within drum and bass. But that was something that Critical took off my shoulders because they were so multi-genre and still are. They basically they told me, “Dude, it’s your playground. If you want to put like an 80 bpm thing on there, be our guest” which was really cool from them.” 
That goes also hand in hand with the relationship with Maksim MC, who featured on the lead song Emulation. We still work together to this day and put out singles together and even have our own hip-hop side project. Critical really empowered me with that, and I’m super happy with the songs that made it  on the record, some weren’t exactly drum bass.”
One quick glance at the tracklist of Emulation and it becomes immediately clear- these tunes aren’t just sound for the sake of sound, they are born from something deeper. They come from a place rich with life experiences and personal stories where moments of triumph, struggle, introspection, and growth are carefully woven into each offering on the album, and Mefjus fully resonates with it.
“We can talk about this in-depth, but it was so different from writing this album back then compared to writing music now. Back then, it was a different mindset all along. Not even me, but the whole scene, I think. I just remember not thinking about the bigger picture of the music industry or how an album should sound or which songs do I need to playlist? Because it wasn’t a thing back then. I literally sat down and thought “Okay, today I’m going write a song for the album.” Then I would work on the song until it got to a certain stage and then the next one. Literally just track by track, working how I felt in that moment. 
The track names, of course, come from experiences or just things that were still in my head. Like the whole theme of Emulation was a transitioning phase from coming from a full time job into creative work full time. But also my job back then was programming. So programming also has some sort of involvement in Emulation. You can still hear a mix of personalities in the album I guess.”
Writing your first album is often one of the most challenging milestones in an artist’s career. It’s a creative undertaking that comes with immense pressure, not just to produce something cohesive and impactful, but to lay down a sonic foundation that could define your musical identity for years to come. 
The discussion around Emulation highlights not merely a compilation of tracks, but a daring redefinition of the genre that defied norms and brought forth innovative textures, all executed with a level of technical precision that captivated the scene. 
Looking back, the lessons learned, the creative risks taken, and the boundaries pushed likely provide Mefjus with a profound sense of accomplishment. Yet, as with any artist, hindsight also brings a critical eye, and he reflected on how he views the project with a more nuanced perspective today.
“Now with the 10 year anniversary of the album coming up, I listened to the whole thing again in the car and I haven’t listened to the full album in forever, and I remember my first thoughts were, wow, this is very aggressive and very angry.
Back then and even now, one of my primary responsibilities as a producer has always been to strive for the highest quality of sound. And I always looked up to people like Noisia in terms of how forward-thinking they always have been. When I first heard Noisia’s music from 2005/06, my initial thought was, “How does their sound stand out so much?” This always served as my inspiration to create a unique, powerful, and energetic sound. With Emulation, my goal was to make each song sonically as good as possible. I also strive to write with the utmost quality and authenticity. 
No half-baked efforts. Every song has to be 100%. I wouldn’t like making music if I just took Splice samples and presets and stuff like that because that takes out the most fun thing about making music. So for me the most fun thing about making music is being in the studio with a blank page and figuring things out, trying new techniques, talking to friends about new plugins, you know, what have you heard? Try this, try that, and see what sticks.”
Then came a particularly inspiring moment in the conversation when Mefjus spoke about his relentless drive to keep learning. From experimenting with innovative synths to uncovering distinctive sound design techniques, or even discovering fresh inspiration in the most unexpected places, he remains dedicated to ensuring his music stays dynamic and continually evolves.
“I’m 36, I’ve been making music for 20 years, and I’m still learning. That’s the most fun thing for me about making music. I wouldn’t able to make tunes with splice. I mean, I would, but it would take all the fun out of it. When I make music, I just want to find new things that drive me to make music, and that was a big driving force behind emulation as well. Trying to get better at music production.”
Emulation has now reached its 10 year milestone, and to celebrate this momentous occasion and honour an album that redefined drum and bass with its groundbreaking production and forward-thinking approach, Mefjus and Critical Music are giving it a fresh new life.
A curated selection of tracks from the album are being reinterpreted by prominent figures in the drum and bass scene, with the man himself remixing a ‘Emulation’. Calyx and Enei, both celebrated for their groundbreaking soundscapes and impactful production techniques, have taken the initiative to present their distinctive takes on Mefjus’ creations. Joining them are two of Critical Music’s brightest rising stars, SMG and VISLA, who embody the label’s forward-thinking spirit. They present their daring and modern interpretations of Mefjus’ classic tracks, seamlessly integrating the legacy of the past with the promise of the future.
“I think the remixes that we picked, that we had the honour to work with, they embody what I’m all about, but also what Critical is all about. It is amazing that there is another generation of producers who do what we did back then, just have fun with it and just don’t give a damn. SMG and VISLA, I love their sound, and I’m really happy they’re part of the project.
Then we got Enei, who has been a friend and a colleague since I started making music. So, we have known each other for 14 years now. We’ve toured together, travelled the world together, we’ve made songs together. I featured on his album, and he’s just such a lovely dude, and he has remixed ‘Suicide Baseline.’ The remix is insane, and I’m just so happy he’s on board because to me Enei is like Kasra. He’s part of the family!
Speaking of Calyx, who for me personally is one of the artists I look up to. He’s such an idol to me. His debut album on Moving Shadow, ‘No Turning Back’, in 2005; I can remember, that was one of my most influential records I’ve heard. So having him on board remixing one of my tunes, it’s just amazing. He was killing himself over this remix, and he asked me if I liked the remix, I was like, dude, I’m already stoked you’re on board, and he also smashed his remix.”
Mefjus has also stepped into the role of label owner, a move that reflects his broader vision for the genre and his desire to nurture the next wave of talent. His label, Modus Music, has quickly built a reputation for releasing music that embodies both his and Camo & Krooked’s boundary-pushing ethos. We were curious about the driving force behind the creation of Modus Music. What inspired him to start his own label, and what vision does he and Camo & Krooked have for its future?
“Well, it was after Camo & Krooked and I put out ‘No Tomorrow’ and ‘Sientelo’. That was a time when we wrote a lot of music together because it was COVID where there was no touring. But in terms of, what we created in that period, it was insane. Every day I just drove to the studio, hung out on Skype, and it was the only social interaction. Even when we’re not in the studio, we call each other, and ask “have you seen this film? Or have you seen this artwork or this book or whatever?”
Anyway, we always hired the same graphic designer, a friend of ours who did the artworks for tracks like ‘No Tomorrow’ and ‘Sientelo’, so everything came from our end anyways. The vision, the music, the artwork, the storyline. And I felt like, so we’re giving away 50% of our share just for a label to push the upload button basically.
So, we said to each other, you know what, we can do it ourselves as well, this is the last missing step. I’ve been playing with the idea of starting my own label since Manifest, but I looked into it and very quickly decided for me as a one-man army, I can’t pull this off. It’s like starting a new company from scratch. You need the whole finance side of it, the whole accounting side of it, then the whole distribution side of it.
Then it became more concrete and we started to see the benefits of what we could do with it, because other than bringing artists under our wings, the label could also be for our solo career, the next right step to manifest ourselves into the scene by having our own look, our own sound, our own label. That merger was transformed into MODUS, and that is kind of our sound; very sleek, very clean, minimal. We just all like that. And it feels nice to have that as your home playground.”
A lot has happened for Mefjus in the decade since Emulation. His life’s work has been revolutionary, marked by watershed moments in his career and an unquenchable thirst for more of the same. His capacity to continually innovate while captivating has been on full display throughout his career, as evidenced by the abundance of groundbreaking songs he has released. 
Whether it’s through his high-profile collaborations with esteemed figures in the business or the release of Manifest, another groundbreaking album that solidified his position as a forward-thinking producer, Mefjus has consistently demonstrated that he’s a drum and bass visionary. Naturally, we were eager to hear Mefjus’ reflections on the past ten years. How does he view this incredible journey, and what lessons has he taken away from it?
“Sometimes I wish I could go back 15 years and have a conversation with my younger self—it’s interesting to think about how much has changed, both in my personal life and in the music world. The industry itself has gone through massive shifts, especially with things like COVID, which changed everything.
For me, it’s all about progression. As we get older, our perspective shifts, and I’ve noticed how trends in music and culture tend to recycle. My tastes and the kind of music I want to make change over time too. Lately, I’ve felt drawn back to darker, more technical sounds, which I hadn’t focused on for a while. After years of doing that, I explored more melodic, musical styles to keep things fresh and learn new aspects of production. But now, maybe because of the Emulation anniversary, I’m revisiting that heavier, technical side—it just resonates with me again.
I think it’s important to keep things exciting, both for myself and for my listeners. One thing I always admired about Noisia was that you never knew what to expect from them, and that’s something I aim for too. I don’t want to be predictable, I want people to be curious about what’s next. That unpredictability keeps the creative process alive and engaging.”
We simply couldn’t have closed our conversation without addressing if there’s a third album on the way. He acknowledged that the thought of another album is always there in some form, lingering at the edges of his creative process, but he also mentioned how the entire landscape of making an album has changed in the last ten years; and how he would approach it if he were to make one now. 
“If I were to do another album, it would mean spending at least three years focusing solely on those tracks, with minimal output during that time. Then, once it’s released, say in 2027, after a week, people might move on—it’s a tactical decision not to go that route. Instead, I treat singles like album tracks, releasing them as soon as they’re ready rather than letting them sit on a hard drive for years. In a way, the singles I’ve put out over the past couple of years could be seen as an album, just released differently.
I do see the value in albums, though, and while I’m not sure if I’ll ever make a third one, the idea has been creeping into my mind lately. That said, I keep reminding myself of the drawbacks: holding back music for years, only to have it quickly forgotten after release. It’s a lot of effort for such a fleeting impact.”Whether through game-changing albums, groundbreaking singles, or his role as a label head, Mefjus is an artist who thrives on evolution and innovation. His reflections on the past decade, combined with a careful consideration of what lies ahead, showcase a producer who harmonises creativity with deep contemplation. The future of a third album may be in question, but one fact stands out Mefjus’ journey is continuing, and whatever lies ahead is sure to influence the genre in bold and unexpected ways.

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Offering a tailored breakdown of your music and podcast listening habits, YouTube Music Recap is YouTube’s response to Spotify Wrapped. Playlists, stories, and statistics highlighting your most-listened-to music, artists, and podcasts over the year or a certain season are part of this tool. Recap might also include Google Photo images to produce a distinctive musical photo album.
This tutorial will walk you through how to access and use YouTube Music Recap whether your interests are in your listening habits or you want to share your favorite moments with pals.
What is YouTube Music Recap?
Designed to represent your music and podcast choices on YouTube platforms, YouTube Music Retroactive offers a customized experience. It consists in yearly and seasonal summaries that provide you understanding of:
Your top songs, albums, and artists. Podcasts you listened to. Total listening hours. Unique playlists curated from your favorite tracks. If you opt-in, YouTube Recap can create a dynamic, shared photo album by matching your Google Photo images with music highlights.
How to View Your Recap
Regarding the Android and iOS YouTube Music Apps
Sign in here. Launch the YouTube Music app and confirm your Google account is logged in. Find Your Recall. Tap your profile picture found in the app’s top-right corner. Choose from the dropdown menu your recap. Examine Your Data To examine your listening statistics on the Recap page—which are interesting, narrative-style cards—tap Get Your Recap. These tales might have top performers, total listening hours, and custom playlists made to suit your tastes. Save and Share From the app, you can download or share your Recap stories straightforwardly to others. Your customized playlist will also show on the Recap page; you may save this to your library for simple access. Customize with Google Photos (Optional). YouTube Music Recap can mix your preferred tunes with personal images to create a musical photo album if you use Google Images and opt-in for the photos option. In order to activate this function: On the Recap page, tap Connect to Google Images. Pull down to view your new photo book and reload the page. Choose Manage Photos from the options page to turn off this function should you choose not to use images. On the Android and iOS YouTube Apps
Sign in here. Launch the YouTube application and ensure you are logged in. Discover Your Recap. At the lowest point of the screen, tap the You tab. Look for and press the banner marked Your Music Recap is Here! Review the Playlist. Click the given URL to access your playlist for recalls. For next listening, save this playlist to your library. On desktop computers.
Although most Recap functions are designed for mobile devices, you can still view your Recap playlist on desktop:
Log in on the YouTube website. Look for Your Music Retroactive in the Library area or check your email for a direct playlist link. Save the playlist for easy access any-time. Sharing Your Recap
Sharing your music story with friends and followers is simple thanks to YouTube Music Recap:
Share playlist (YouTube and YouTube Music) Tap Share from your playlist on Recap. Make the playlist Public or Unlisted, then verify. Choose from the several sharing options (social networking, messaging applications, etc.), copy the link or otherwise. Share Photo Cards ( YouTube Music Only ) Choose a Share icon on a photo card on the Recap page. Download or straight forwardly distribute these photo cards using social media apps. Share Stories from YouTube and YouTube Music. Tell the Share icon your recap stories. Additionally download your story cards and manually distribute them on the platforms of your choice. Requirements for eligibility for a recap
Your listening exercise needs to satisfy the following requirements if you are to view your Recap:
Minimum Listening Criteria
At least four hours of music listening across each season constitute seasonal recap. At least ten hours of music listening annually, between January 1 and November 10. At least two hours of podcast listening throughout the same period constitute the Podcast Recap. Activity Guidelines
Verify your watch history is turned on. Watch history paused or deleted won’t count toward your Recap. To guarantee enough listening data is kept, disable auto-delete for activity older than three months. If most of your listening is for podcasts or made-for-kids music, ineligible Content Recap isn’t available. Podcasts imported via RSS feeds or Google Podcasts will not show up in the Recap. Advice for troubleshooting:
Here’s what to check if you cannot access your Recap:
Version of Applications Make sure your YouTube Music app is current with version 5.32 or newer. Version 18.43 or latest should be the YouTube app. Review Historical Settings See if your watch history is auto-deleted or stopped. Turn on these tools as necessary. Integration with Google Pictures Make sure you have photographs ready for integration and have linked your Google Photo account. Listing Time Check to be sure you have fulfilled the minimal listening criteria. Why Use YouTube Music Recap?
A good and interesting approach to consider your listening practices is YouTube Music Recap. It offers by combining statistics with imagination a:
Customized playlists including your best tunes. Visualized statistics honoring your favorite musical and podcast moments. Simple sharing tools to stay in touch with pals via common musical experiences. Your Recap will change with new metrics and playlists annually by keeping on using YouTube channels. Start exploring right now to see how well your taste in music shines!
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