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This was, without a doubt, one of the highlights of the entire Tomorrowland 2024 festival. Weeks ahead of time, Dance music icon Hardwell ran a poll on his social media channels, letting fans and followers know he would be playing not only at the Mainstage but also had a slot on the Freedom Stage, in which he would play a different set, given the name of the booth.
Among the options, the clear winner was the Throwback EDM Set, which promised to relive all those golden classics we loved, danced to, sang our lungs out to, and even cried to, around ten full years ago. And so he got to work with it, unearthing the best mashups and tracks from yesteryear. And boy, was it a beautiful set.
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Hardwell’s Throwback EDM Set @ Tomorrowland
We promise you, it was gemstone after gemstone, and singalong after singalong. Our only complaint is that it was only an hour long.
But those 60 minutes were an ABSOLUTE HIGH for everyone, both physical attendees, Hardwell himself, and even those who were tuning in to the livestream from around the world. Robbert’s set was a walk down memory lane, from the get-go, with his Tomorrowland 2015 intro. Some of the tracks that were played include Showtek and Justin Prime’s ‘Cannonball‘, Krewella’s ‘Alive‘, Armin van Buuren’s ‘Ping Pong‘, the mythical unofficial golden EDM anthem ‘Mammoth‘, and many, many more.
Check the full tracklist via 1001Tracklists, or simply play the video and enjoy jumping into this beautiful hole, completely blindfolded. Do us a favour and note down the amount of goosebumps you might get. It was pure fan service, although seeing Hardwell smile like he hadn’t in years makes it 100 times better.
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That was a CD containing a Clubland X-Treme Hardcore compilation, one of many that were instrumental in the popularization of hardcore techno, acid house, gabber and other heart-pounding genres after the series' 2003 inception.
His formative years in music were spent immersing in the raw, unfiltered electropunk energy of The Prodigy and the ferocious drum & bass of Pendulum and NERO, among other deeply influential electronic acts. Now, after nearly a decade of painting dancefloors with the pastel hues of dance-pop, Sigala is diving back into the palpitating underbelly of club culture that once fascinated him as a young boy in England.
For those weaned on his many Platinum dance-pop confections, this evolution may induce whiplash. But for the nocturnal creatures who thrive in the strobe-lit chaos of the underground, it'll feel like home.
Sigala's shift, which his label has called the start of a "bold new era," feels like watching a mad scientist in action—delightfully unhinged and hungry for more. We caught up with the hit-making producer to discuss his next chapter and the "liberating" experience of making music for the rave in lieu of the radio.
Sigala.Reuben Bastienne-Lewis
EDM.com: Take us back to the beginning. Which artists and sounds deeply inspired you growing up in Norfolk?
Sigala: So this sounds like a made-up story, but the way I discovered electronic music was when I found a CD on the side of the road in Norfolk, England where I grew up. CDs were still shiny cool objects back then, so I picked it up. I had no idea what it was, and it turned out to be a Clubland X-Treme Hardcore mix and it blew my little mind.
I'd honestly never heard anything like it before. I was just a kid at this point and my parents were into bands and rock music so that was all that I had heard. I hadn't heard much in terms of electronic music. It really excited me, and I got obsessed with the CD, then I started to discover other artists of different genres. I listened to a lot of drum & bass from people like Sub Focus, lots of Fatboy Slim, NERO, Prodigy and Pendulum—such a sick time for electronic music. So that was my early years of getting into dance music or electronic music.
EDM.com: Fast-forward to 2024, a year that's said to kickstart a "bold new era" of your production after seven Platinum-certified global dance hits. What inspired you to move towards a more rave-inspired sound?
Sigala: Honestly, I just get bored of doing the same thing. I know there's a lot of purists when it comes to genre, but I don’t think genre has to be so black and white. I think it can be way more fluid.
I’m always looking for a new sound or a new idea that I can get excited about dropping at my next show. I also think it's really important to keep pushing yourself and trying to break the mold or break other people's perception of you. Plus I just really love ravey tunes.
Sigala.Eli Koren
EDM.com: Do you feel a sense of creative liberation now that you're experimenting with a more club-oriented sound? How does it compare to crafting radio-friendly hits?
Sigala: It’s definitely rewarding in a totally different way because the stuff that I make for radio I'm always having to make edits, club edits, festival edits to make sure it works in a club environment. The pop stuff is never written with the club or live performance in mind, so it has been really fun making music that is solely designed for live consumption and being able to see a real-time response.
That's been really fun, approaching it in a different way and thinking about a different audience and a different experience—liberating in its own way.
EDM.com: Looking back on "Easy Love," which is celebrating its 10th anniversary next year, can you dissect the evolution in your approach to production? Beyond the higher tempos, what changed?
Sigala: I don't think my approach to production and making music has changed—I guess it's just my taste that will always keep evolving. Saying that I do think it's important to never stop learning and I still buy nerdy producer magazines and waste money on new synths that I will never use!
EDM.com: From a technical standpoint, is there a music production epiphany you had along the way that you wish you could go back in time and implement in that debut single?
Sigala: That's a really interesting question! Maybe one thing that I was very guilty of when I first started producing was layering sounds unnecessarily. A big lesson I have learned along the way is that sometimes 'less is more' and you can make a bigger sound with less parts or less layers. That's something that I’ve had to be strict on myself with, and something that I try to avoid doing.
Now I try to make each sound as good as it can be before you start adding more in, because you can probably make it work with what’s already there. That bad habit also probably came from a lack of confidence in my own skills—now it's about being brave and saying this is the killer sound that people need to hear.
EDM.com: Your music of yesteryear often explored chasing love and the highs that come with it. From a lyrical perspective, will your stylistic shift in sound come with any surprising themes or subject matter?
Sigala: I have lost count of how many of my songs have "Love" in the title, but I guess it’s such a universal feeling, so everyone can relate to it. I try not to overthink that stuff though. When it comes to lyrics and concepts, it either resonates with me or it doesn't.
It really is a case of, "Does it make me feel something when I’m listening to it?" If it makes me feel something, then usually that will translate to other people. The lyrics do definitely have an impact on how I approach the style of the track though, so with new genre exploration there will definitely be a change in lyrical content.
EDM.com: You've worked with a diverse range of artists, from Kylie Minogue to The Vamps and now 24kGoldn. How do you adapt your sound to suit different collaborators without compromising your signature style?
Sigala: It’s one of the reasons why I love working with other people: it gives me more of a license to experiment with other sounds. I would never have made a disco-inspired record if it wasn't for the involvement of Nile Rodgers on "Give Me Your Love." I loved working with Fuse ODG because I was able to experiment with mixing Afrobeats with my own style, and it's the same story for a lot of my songs.
I kind of love that you asked that question because I really don't want to be known for just one genre or one track.
EDM.com: What's next for you? What's the most exciting thing in the Sigala pipeline you can give our readers without getting into trouble?
Sigala: Haha! Not sure if I can reveal. More great music that you need to listen to loud!
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You can find the below tracks on EDM.com's Fresh Picks Playlist. Follow to stay up-to-date and submit tracks for consideration here.
EDM.com Fresh Picks
Mild Minds, edapollo - IN YOUR EYES
Tiffany Day - HEART TO HEART IN THE TATTOO PARLOR
MARO, NASAYA - LIFELINE
salf - sugar free
MELVV feat. Royal & the Serpent - Nectarines (Flawed Mangoes Remix)
Curbi, Eleganto, Janet Livv - Like That
Punctual, RY X - You're Not Alone
Tourist - Protector
Gryffin - MAGIC (feat. babyidontlikeyou)
Killen., Oaks - Love You Better
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"Ibiza is said to be home to sirens and sea-nymphs, who tried to lure Odysseus from his ship in Homer's Odyssey," says van Buuren. "It is also thought of as the holy island of Tanit, the Phoenician lunar goddess worshiped as the patron goddess of fertility, who became Ibiza's patroness. This inspired me to make a track about the island.”
A chorus of voices kicks off the progressive house track, enticing us in a siren-like chant, which carries throughout the arrangement. Meanwhile, its dazzling beat builds to a bouncing drop, agile in both rhythm and melody, begging for a sun-dappled dancefloor. The energy of "Es Vedrà" only increases throughout, making the song a heater of mythological proportions.
The track arrives ahead of an expansive touring schedule for the famed Dutch DJ, one that includes a September residency at the legendary Ushuaïa Ibiza club.
Listen to the new single below and find it on streaming platforms here.
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Funkin Matt is not new to Heldeep fans and followers. In fact, Open Your Eyes is his 10th single on the label.
The tune kicks off with a solid percussive rhythm to slow down and open up on the first breakdown. The chill synth works and clean lines prepare the listener for the melodic techno drop of the second part. The tune is clean and fresh with sounds that will flow through your soul.
Funkin Matt, a renowned producer and DJ hailing from Oslo, Norway, has been a prominent figure in the electronic music scene since 2007. He is known for his ability to seamlessly blend techy electro bangers with future house bliss. Matt has consistently delivered quality music with room for experimentation and genre-twisting.
With releases on labels like Tiesto’s “Musical Freedom,” Diplo’s “Mad Decent,” and A-Trak’s “Fool’s Gold,” his tracks have become mainstays in the sets of top DJs worldwide.
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Flash-forward just a few years, Sammy now stands tall as a renowned promoter, producer and DJ, playing alongside the likes of Netsky, Dimension, What So Not, Mala and Troy Boi. She is – time and time again – a key player mentioned by other Australian artists. Not only for her bass-driven, relentless sets with buckets of energy but for her care and devotion to supporting and nurturing the Perth D&B scene. As a promoter, she strives to provide opportunities for others through her events Euphoria Festival, Dipped in Candy, Utopia, and Dystopia.
With her latest EP dropping on Riot Records, it was time to bring her in for questioning.
Sammythesinner – how did this artist name come about?
Ha! I knew I’d eventually be asked this question. I’ll give you the mild version, I used to be pretty wild back in the day and my friends started calling me sammythesinner. It became more of an alter ego then it kind of just stuck with me. A lot of people online assume I’m a satanist but the truth is I’m scared of the dark so there’s no way I’d praise Lucifer. I just love being able to unleash this bad girl alter ego when I’m on stage.
You’re a frequent name mentioned when it comes to both Perth but also the wider D&B scene in Australia. Talk to us about your many ventures!
That’s awesome to hear! I’m currently juggling a few event brands (Euphoria Festival, Dipped in Candy, Utopia, and Dystopia) as well as my sammythesinner project. I’ve been running events for 3 years full time in between touring. I’ve done some pretty crazy things over the past year. I ran my first festival last year – Euphoria in the Fields – whilst running two weekly events, club shows and a few beach raves. This year I decided to pump the breaks on the amount of shows I was running so I could focus on music. I moved. Lots of crazy stuff, I make it work!
There’s no rest for the wicked. What’s it like balancing life as an artist, and a promoter? Does one end up taking the lead?
It’s chaotic to say the least. It can be a hard one to juggle at times. Trying to do music and organise events is very time consuming and straining on my mental health. When I first started my events company 3 years ago I quit my job and invested all of my time into my business. This meant I had little time to produce but at the start of this year I decided to run larger capacity shows less frequently so I could spend more time in the studio.
Your new EP is about to drop on Riot Records – what’s the vibe? Was there any specific aim with this project?
This EP is a hybrid of dancefloor and 4×4 DnB. I wanted to create a fusion of all the styles and genres I love playing in my sets. These sub-genres have been dominating my sets so naturally it started itching its way into my productions and now it’s a fundamental element to a lot of my music. This EP was by far my best work to date and I was over the moon when Georgie was keen to sign it to Riot Records. I couldn’t have found a better home for it.
We’re taking it back a little bit now Sammy; why did you start a career in music? What’s the driving force behind your work?
I have been obsessed with discovering new music since I was in school. I bought my first set of controllers when I was 14 so I could teach myself how to mix. I had no idea what I was doing back then but, I threw myself in the deep end and played at house parties. When I turned 18 I moved up to Perth to do a DJ course at Lab Six. I then decided I wanted to delve deeper into music so I studied a Diploma of Sound Production at SAE Institute. I would say the driving force was the fact that I had this unhealthy obsession with music and I couldn’t picture myself in any other career.
Love that. How has your sound adapted since ‘Sweep’ and ‘Purgatory’?
My sound has evolved massively since ‘Sweep’ and ‘Purgatory’. I came from a trap / future bass background so naturally those elements trickled into those productions. My sound has become a lot heavier, deeper and darker.
Last but not least: How has the scene changed in Australia/Perth over the years and what do you think needs to be done to help further develop it?
The Australian music scene as a whole is struggling, festivals are getting cancelled due to the lack of ticket sales, talent pool is limited, cost of living is high so people aren’t going out as much and tend to invest in the bigger-scale shows. Although the D&B scene here is strong. Especially in Perth, our community is forever expanding. There is a lot of saturation in the market, however, I have been quite fortunate as my brands are unique in their offerings. I think if there was more fairness in the scene in terms of getting talent, that would lead to more successful events.
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An Anthem with a Message
‘Change It’ is more than just a house anthem; it’s a call to action. With lyrics that resonate deeply, the song delivers a profound message encouraging listeners to take control and transform their lives. The simple truths embedded in the lyrics act as a wake-up call, offering positivity and motivation to those who need it most. The powerful words aim to uplift anyone feeling down, reminding them that change is possible.
The Perfect Groove
Musically, ‘Change It’ is a masterclass in house production. The high-energy bassline drives the track, creating a groove that’s impossible to resist. The arrangement is spot-on, with perfectly timed drums and effects that enhance the listening experience. Each beat and sound is meticulously crafted, making the track a joy to listen to. The second drop, in particular, stands out, delivering a burst of energy that keeps the momentum going strong.
When asked about ‘Change It’, The Botanist had the following to say:
Rising Star from the Westside
Firstly, The Botanist is quickly becoming a household name, especially on the westside of Los Angeles, CA. His unique blend of talent and charisma is winning him fans locally and internationally. Major artists are taking notice, with many incorporating his tracks into their sets, further propelling his rise to fame. This growing support is a testament to his artistry and the universal appeal of his music.
With ‘Change It’, The Botanist not only cements his place in the house music scene but also inspires listeners to believe in the power of change. Lastly, this track is sure to become a staple in clubs and playlists worldwide. In conclusion, the Botanist’s ‘Change It’ is out now on Club Level Records, and can be streamed below, enjoy!
About The Botanist:
Bay Area-raised and LA-based DJ/producer The Botanist emerged onto the scene in 2023, and has been turning heads on dancefloors across Los Angeles, San Diego, and New York with his high-energy sets, infectious sound, and vibrant social presence.
After several years producing for emerging pop, alternative, and indie artists, The Botanist returned to his first love: house music. The multi-instrumentalist blends his organic roots with heavy hitting bass lines and intricate percussive grooves, crafting records designed to ignite the dance floor. His recent releases and deep bag of new IDs have already seen support from artists like Louis The Child, AYYBO, LF System, Folamour and more.
A lifelong crate digger and music enthusiast, The Botanist takes pride in uniquely curating his DJ sets to guide audiences through a seamless journey of house, disco, techno, and more. With notable festival appearances at HAGS Fest and Wonderfront Festival in 2024, The Botanist is poised for an exciting year ahead including new releases, collaborations, and shows to further secure his spot as one of the most intriguing new faces in the scene.
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Once the pandemic dissolved and dance floors reopened, Jackie Hollander endured a steepening rise onto the scene. Currently, she boasts releases on top performing dance imprints, including Gorgon City‘s REALM Records, Nervous Records, W&O Street Tracks, Insomniac Records, and even a one-off placement, “Freak,” appearing on LP Giobbi‘s Femme House Vol. 2. Most recently, the producer turned in “The Life” on Insomniac’s IN / ROTATION sublabel. Says Hollander,
“My Life” marks Hollander’s fifth single of 2024. Next on the release schedule is “Pass You By,” a joint effort alongside Experts Only signee Ellis Moss. The crowd tested ID is officially due August 9th, the same day Hollander will open at Outside Lands. As the only US artist on Palm Artists’ exclusive UK roster, Hollander finds herself frequenting London to work on music. There, she and Moss exported the final cut of “Pass You By” after what had been a “magical session.” “I think [Ellis] is absolutely genius,” Hollander emphasized, adding,
Before “My Life” and the tour announcement, Hollander delivered what would become her highest streaming song to date. Landing on Mike Weiss’ historic dance music label, Nervous Records, “All My Friends Are Hot” caught fire. Hollander recalls,
On July 3rd, Hollander took to Instagram to announce her first ever summer tour. Ten days later, she kicked off a slew of high-profile gigs at Echostage for Elrow‘s Washington D.C. showcase. Now donning a sizeable uptick in monthly listeners, Hollander continued to revel in her newly conspicuous catalog at Pioneer Square in Seattle, and then in San Francisco—her home base—where she performed at Gorgon City’s Midway Block Party.
A product of the Oakland rave scene, Jackie Hollander knows the importance of connecting with the dance floor,
After Outside Lands, Hollander plans to bring that same energy to appearances at The Brooklyn Mirage, The Concourse Project, Nocturnal Wonderland, and other impressionable live settings. Officially a touring DJ with notable bookings, Hollander credits Peggy Gou and Charlote de Witte as two massive sources of inspiration; whose brands align with artistic integrity above the “female DJ” archetype.
Hollander’s career trajectory is a promising one. Looking down the line, she plans to launch her own record label in “three years'” time. While unsure of the unborn imprint’s name, Hollander maintains a clear conceptual grasp of what her brand should and will embody, “I don’t know what it’s going to be called, but I know what it will be about.” She adds,
With new music around the corner and published show dates through EDC Orland on November 8th, Jackie Hollander is on the brink of a fruitful latter half of 2024. Browse Hollander’s summer tour dates here, be on the lookout for the August 9th release of “Pass You By,” and buy tickets to catch Jackie Hollander’s Outside Lands debut—12PM in the SOMA Tent—on Friday, August 9th.
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"This longer EP is based around sampling some of my favorite scenes and media," Mport explains. "Everything I used has made me belly-laugh to tears at some point, personally, so I wanted to add my production twist on them. Also, it makes for great live visuals."
The voices of beloved cartoon characters Spongebob and Patrick can be heard in "Wumbology" early in the EP, their distinct rapport strategically broken apart and spliced together over a head-bobbing beat. Meanwhile, "Hot Rod (Cool Beans)" samples two scenes from the film Hot Rod, with Mport's personal addition of experimental bass and a horn section. Dodgeball and Beavis & Butthead join the hilarity in "The 5 D's" and "Whoa Fire," respectively.
While other tracks remain heavy with wobbling bass, "Pixar Party" presents itself as an intriguing house track, its beat laid over the familiar squeaking bounce of the age-old Pixar lamp. Listeners can then hear samples of their favorite Pixar films, like Toy Story, Wall-E, Finding Nemo, Monsters Inc. and more.
Scene Selections isn't the only time Mport has used comical media for musical purposes. Fans attending his April 2024 show at Denver's Bluebird Theatre saw him integrate into his tracks and visuals Adventure Time and the viral YouTube web series Potter Puppet Pals, among other titles.
Listen to the new EP below and find it on streaming platforms here.
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The new collaboration continues Ookay's series of releases with Steve Aoki's Dim Mak Records following his five-track EP, Future Untold, and his collaboration with Cheyenne Giles on "For Life" and "My Mind."
"Hold My Love" is a summer stunner, boasting an infectious chorus and an upbeat melody to warm the senses. Bubbly synths pirouette over an exuberant beat infused with the carefree feeling of a long drive with the windows down.
"It’s funny how life works sometimes," Ookay said in a press release. "You meet and connect with people for the first time, and magic is made. That was definitely the case with 'Hold My Love.' And at the peak of summer? Come on now! Jam this one out by the pool!"
Listen to "Hold My Love" below and find the new single on streaming platforms here.
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Just switch off, let go, feel good, relax, forget the stress of everyday life. Many people have forgotten how to switch off and are always available.
Everyone looks at their smartphone every few minutes, spends a lot of time on social networks, or is distracted by incoming notifications.
That’s how it was for successful producer and songwriter LUNAZ (Criss Tonino) until he suffered a stroke at a young age in 2019.
He had to relearn many things of daily life until he was finally able to pursue his greatest passion, producing music.
Dive into the deep and mesmerizing sounds of Lunaz Chill‘s latest single, “Far Away.”
This track offers a sophisticated blend of pulsing rhythms and ethereal melodies.
The tune is something special thanks to the vibrant yet introspective beats found in the underground electronic scene.
“Far Away” layers rich, atmospheric textures with a rhythmic complexity that invites you to lose yourself in its soundscapes.
Designed for late-night reflections or early-morning awakenings, this single is an essential addition to any playlist looking to capture the essence of modern electronic sophistication.
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A poorly kept secret tucked between the river and trees, there's a reason "Welcome Home" is a common phrase among Shambha-lifers and newcomers alike. Friendly faces constantly greet you, whether you're starting or ending your day at 8am.
What separates Shambhala from most camping festivals of its scale is the logistics. Once you’re in, you’re in. There's no queue between the campsite and the festival grounds—you’re free to go as you please. This creates a holistic experience wherein you feel like you’re living in the Salmo River Ranch ecosystem for the duration of your stay, which can last a week for some guests.
Take Sunday, for example. Some early birds and I happily dragged our fatigued bodies to the Living Room stage for LSDREAM’s "Lightcode" set, an hourlong meditative sound bath that definitely didn’t unearth suppressed childhood trauma. It’s okay—I was better for it.
Now spiritually cleansed, we made our way to the river, which runs along the side of the festival grounds, to cool off and unwind. A short walk to camp for dinner and a nap revitalized us for the long night ahead. There are countless high-quality food vendors to keep you fueled during the 18 to 20 hours of music daily, but whipping out a breakfast burrito from my fanny pack and chowing down at a 3am set is the freedom for which my frugal spirit is here.
Shambhala is an independently owned music festival produced on land belonging to its owners. Unlike many festivals, the stages aren’t torn down each year. They are permanent installations that are improved annually. This creates familiarity and curiosity as you revisit Pagoda’s laser-bathed front porch, Village’s coliseum-like halls or Fractal Forest’s endless maze of lights.
Fractal Forest received the biggest makeover in 2024. The jaw-dropping, all-encompassing forest stage was upgraded with more lights and a bigger, higher elevated platform. Fractal was unique for its 360° vantage point, whereby crowds could watch from all angles. It’s still technically a 360° presentation, but the updated design pushed the stage off-center. The location and higher elevation made it difficult to see from behind the artist; it’s a net positive that improves several aspects of Fractal Forest while taking away a component that affects a minority of fans.
Elsewhere, Rabbit Hole, previously one of Shambs' many hidden areas, was renovated into a small, dedicated stage to add to the festival's seemingly endless options for enjoying music.
Shambhala 2024’s biggest success story is its entry process. The lines to get into the camping grounds had been notoriously grueling—you can spend between four and 12 hours waiting with your car to enter the campsites. I was unprepared for my first excursion in 2022 and strongly considered not returning after dry-aging in the sun for what felt like an eternity.
AMP stage at ShambhalaRed Rose Films
Some suggest bringing canopies for the line or driving overnight to avoid the sun. While I appreciate the spirit of the 20,000 people who do anything to get to Shambhala, I don’t think making camping arrangements for a queue or driving sleep-deprived to escape the heat are appropriate solutions. I am ecstatic to report that Shambhala pulverized those concerns this year.
I was bewildered—and honestly still am—to arrive on Thursday night and find a wait time of 10 minutes. Shambhala not only managed to improve their dreaded queues, but they also eradicated the problem entirely. Asking around, it seems a combination of factors radically improved the process. Organizers opened two points of entry, doubled its manpower and streamlined their security process to fix what I considered their one crucial weakness.
We’ve made it pretty far without discussing an important component in the “music festival” dynamic: the music. I was admittedly underwhelmed when the lineup was announced. The poster had heavy-hitters, including Chromeo, Dillon Francis, Disclosure, DJ Pee .Wee (Anderson .Paak), Excision and Subtronics, but the lineup featured many names we’ve seen at Shambhala in recent years and didn’t quite measure up to comparable summer festivals. Longtime visitors might, however, insist that Shambhala is about much more than a lineup.
The set times, excluding Sunday, weren’t incredibly competitive and that allowed me to experience Shambhala with a wonderful presentness. I moved from stage to stage unencumbered by who was playing where. If I struck a good vibe, I freely enjoyed it without concern for what came next. It also cleared time to explore all the whimsical hidden details tucked out of sight. It was incredibly freeing.
Village stage at Shambhala.Red Rose Films
Dimension, Excision and Subtronics shook the foundations of Village, Chromeo and Pee .Wee were the lives of the party at Fractal Forest, Zingara tore the roof off Pagoda and San Holo thrilled at AMP.
One of Shambhala’s great traditions is its surprise sets. We were treated this year to a surprise sunrise b2b between Subtronics and Tape B. This was warmly received considering the two dubstep stars faced stiff competition earlier that evening.
The festival doubled up on special reveals. Eyebrows were raised when CloZee and LSDREAM were scheduled for separate sets at Pagoda considering the success of their supergroup, LSZEE. Well, they heard the feedback and treated fans to an unannounced LSZEE set that ranks among the best I’ve ever seen. Other highlights included The Funk Hunters, AHEE and SkiiTour.
All said and done, Shambhala returned to the Salmo River Ranch in B.C. for its silver anniversary with a weekend that lived up to the occasion. The festival continues to build on its strengths, patch its weaknesses and curate some of the best experiences and fan culture in the global EDM community. Cheers to another 25 years.
Pagoda stage at ShambhalaRed Rose Films
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On Friday, the party starts early with house music legend Green Velvet who will be bringing his signature acid-infused sound to LIV Beach. At night Metro Boomin will transform the dancefloor of LIV with his hip hop beats. Saturday 8/31 will have John Summit perform at the day club, and this is one party to not miss. The superstar DJ is just coming hot off his sold out performance at Madison Square Garden and the release of his album, Comfort in Chaos. Don Toliver will perform at LIV at night. And to finish off the weekend, Dom Dolla is playing the day show on 9/1 Sunday, and Swae Lee at night.
8/30
Green Velvet @ LIV Beach
Metro Boomin @ LIV Nightclub
8/31
John Summit @ LIV Beach
Don Toliver @ LIV Nightclub
9/1
Dom Dolla @ LIV Beach
Swae Lee @ LIV Nightclub
For tickets and table reservations, visit the official LIV website here.
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From the SpongeBob-inspired ‘Wumbology’ to the “Hot Rod” inspired ‘Hot Rod (Cool Beans),’ the EP is a playful and infectious journey through some of the most beloved moments in film and television. Each track is a testament to MPORT’s ability to transform familiar sounds into dancefloor-ready anthems. The project has already garnered significant attention, with fans and critics alike praising MPORT’s unique approach to sampling and production. As he continues to rise through the ranks of the bass music scene, ‘Scene Selections’ solidifies MPORT’s position as a fresh and innovative artist to watch.
“This longer EP is based around sampling some of my favorite scenes and media. Everything I used has made me belly laugh to tears at some point, personally, so I wanted to add my production twist on them. Also, it makes for great live visuals. As seen at my bluebird show recording I just uploaded to YouTube. From SpongeBob to Kill Tony to Hot Rod, the EP is a fun listen that will fill you with good vibes, nostalgia and make ya wanna dance all silly.” – MPORT
With his signature blend of humor, nostalgia, and heavy-hitting basslines, MPORT has created an EP that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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It is emotional with a brutal rhythm and a beat that attacks your senses right away. The chorus perfectly merges with the two highly energetic drops creating a feeling of anticipation and chill.
Packed with rhythms full of emotion and feeling combined with an ideal touch of melancholy, Better This Way feels everything but a sad song. It has lyrics with a message of heartbreak combined with an epic rhythm that invites us to face a love breakup with courage.
Better This Way will accompany your afternoons and nights with its deep message and perfectly synchronized rhythm.
Better This Way is out now via Insomniac‘s Lost In Dreams imprint, a transcendental space where visitors can experience a dream world come to life.
They also host a two-day music festival in July in Los Angeles, at the LA State Historic Park. The 2024 edition was nothing but amazing.
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By now, there’s hardly anyone left who’s somewhat related to the dance music scene who does now know the name “Fred Again..”. The DJ and producer has made a massive mark both as a musician and a performer over the past couple of years. Fred’s project managed to hit a perfect target when it comes to today’s generation’s musical preferences. He’s brought together sounds from genres that dominate both the commercial and the underground scene, and gave them his very own spin.
‘Ten Days’
Fred Again..’s latest album features quite the artistic cast. Anderson .PAAK, Four Tet, and Skrillex are just some of the names on this list. Defined as a more personal, intimate album, this will be a new chapter in the London-based artist’s career. Through a post on Instagram, the man behind ‘Rumble’ and ‘Delilah’ commented on his upcoming album.
Speaking on the album, Fred says:
“My new record is called ten days.
It’s ten songs about ten days.
There’s been a lot of big mad crazy moments in the last year but basically all of these are about really very small quiet intimate moments.”
We’re certainly excited about this one. So far, Fred Again..’s proven he’s not only a hype name. There’s a lot to his artistic depth and project. A new album is always a chance to tell a new story or to open a new chapter. And this one’s coming from one of our favorite storytellers.
Pre-save ‘Ten Days’ by Fred Again.. here
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PULSE is not only a testament to his journey back to the core of why he fell in love with the genre, but also his most creatively inspired work to date. The album is a palette of sounds and emotions, and in his own words, it marks a return to the essence of dance music that captivated him in the first place.
Moreover, the album is a narrative of Gryffin's personal and artistic evolution. The variety of tones and messages encapsulated within the music reflects a deeply introspective songwriting process, one that touches on vulnerability, resilience and the ever-changing landscape of human emotion.
Gryffin.Christian Wade/EDM.com
The album opens with "Magic," a charming and euphoric track that sets the tone for the journey ahead. Previously released as a single, it features bouncy rhythms, playfully pitched-up vocals and a rave-ready cadence that instantly draws us into Gryffin’s renewed sonic identity.
He continues to showcase his knack for emotive collaborations on tracks such as the soul-stirring "Where Are You Tonight," which resonates deeply as ZOHARA's vocals weave through a piano-driven chord progression. Their chemistry, previously demonstrated in "Out Of My Mind" and "Remember," reaches new heights, solidifying it as a standout moment on PULSE.
Exploring new sonic territories, "Falling To Pieces" sees Gryffin delving into breaks and heavier percussive elements. A refreshing departure from his bread and butter, the track evidences his continued willingness to push his own stylistic boundaries. Similarly, "I Don't Wanna Know" (with Elderbrook) ventures into melodic techno with fluttering tremolo vocal melodies and a hypnotic, haunting vocal delivery that captivates the moment.
As PULSE progresses, Gryffin's exploration of different genres continues to unfold. Each track unfurls his journey of coming into his own, both musically and emotionally. The theme of rediscovery and resilience culminates in the album's closer, "Last Of Us," where Rita Ora's powerful vocals remind us of the importance of finding our true rhythm amidst chaos.
Listen to PULSE below and find the new album on streaming platforms here.
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Having a name for himself with releases such as Dark Knight in 2020 and being featured on Afterlife as well, VNTM in 2023 launched a new project: Open Source. The aim is to release, not only the original mix but also the complete stems of the track.
But what are the stems? Stems are a type of audio file that breaks down a complete track into individual mixes. This allows creators to control each of the particular mixes for its production. usually, they separated in melody, drums, vocal, and baseline but VNTM with his Open Source project went above and beyond.
Discharge‘s stems include the whole production, from the main lead to the atmospheric sounds. In total, you have the 29 different audio tracks that make up the song.
VNTM’s Open Source Project includes 12 releases on every first Friday of the next 12 months. We are now at release number 9.
Thomas van de Ven, aka VNTM, has recently played at Tomorrowland at the Afterlife stage, delivering an energy-packed performance.
Discharge, including all the stems, is out now.
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‘Years’ quickly became a summer anthem, energizing festivals worldwide with its optimistic and soaring sound. Alesso‘s production prowess shines throughout the track, perfectly complementing Koma‘s emotive vocal delivery and creating a euphoric atmosphere that resonated with audiences everywhere.
Hailing from Stockholm, Alesso has been a force in the electronic dance music scene from the beginning of his career. Over the years, he has cemented his status as one of the most in-demand DJs globally, headlining major festivals such as Tomorrowland, EDC, Ultra Music Festival, and Creamfields. Known for his ability to craft unforgettable melodies and powerful drops, Alesso has continued to evolve his sound, most recently returning to his progressive house roots with his ‘Progresso’ EPs.
‘Years’ remains a standout track in Alesso‘s discography, a testament to his talent and his ability to create music that transcends time and trends. Its lasting impact and continued popularity highlight the enduring appeal of Alesso‘s music and his significant contribution to the world of EDM.
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Over 300 artists and DJs have now been confirmed throughout 100+ events, marking the first 10% milestone of the ADE program — including special concerts by Awakenings Upclose, over 20 events at A’DAM Toren, a packed DGTL roster with 7 events, Tomorrowland presents Our Story, alongside AMF, HE.SHE.THEY., Into the Woods, Verknipt, straf_werk, Loveland, Speedy J’s STOOR, Dave Clarke presents, and much much more.
The five day gathering runs from October 16—20, 2024 and is the world’s most extensive festival and conference program for electronic music, representing all electronic subgenres and subcultures throughout 1,000+ events in 200+ locations spread across Amsterdam.
Among the first 10% of artists and DJs are:
6EJOU, 999999999, ALCATRAZ, Anetha, Anz, Avalon Emerson, Azyr, Barry Can’t Swim, BELLA, Ben Klock, Benga, Benwal, Berkan V8, Bolis Pupul, Bonobo, Boys Noize, Brutalismus 3000, Caribou, Carista, Carlita, Chlär, Cincity, Cinthie, Colin Benders, Colyn, Daria Kolosova, Dave Clarke, Dax J, Dee Diggs, DJ Europarking, DJ Fuckoff, DJ Mell G, DJ Spit, DJ Tennis, DMX Krew, Doppelgang, Estella Boersma, Fafi Abdel Nour, FJAAK, Four Tet, Funk Assault, Gabrielle Kwarteng, Gerd Janson, GoldFish, Honey Dijon, I Hate Models, I. Jordan, Indira Paganotto, Jamie Jones, JEANS, Jeff Mills, Jennifer Loveless, Kikelomo, KiNK, KlangKuenstler, Kobosil, Lola Edo, Mahmut Orhan, Major League DJz, Malugi, Marcel Dettmann, Marco Carola, Marie K, Markus Schulz, Marlon Hoffstadt, Martin Garrix, Mary Lake, Mathame, MCR-T, Mila Black, Miss Monique, Mochakk, Motor City Drum Ensemble, Narciss, Nico Moreno, NIKS, Nils Frahm, Octave One, Ogazón, Olympe, Pangaea, Patrice Bäumel, Patrick Mason, Paula Tape, Paula Temple, Peggy Gou, Philou Louzolo, Rebekah, Rødhåd, Röyksopp, Roza Terenzi, Ruby Savage, Sally C, Salome, Sama’ Abdulhadi, San Holo, Sarkawt Hamad, Sasha, Sedef Adasi, Seth Troxler, Shanti Celeste, Shimza, Shlømo, Skream, Speedy J, SPFDJ, Spray, Suze Ijó, Tereza, The Blessed Madonna, The Martinez Brothers, Tiësto, Timmy Trumpet, Tita Lau, Todd Terry, Twiena, Vuur, Wade, Yazzus, Young Marco, and many more.
The complete program will be announced in the coming months. Individual tickets are available through ADE’s program, and the ADE Pro Pass is available here.
The Amsterdam Dance Event Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to nurturing electronic music, its culture and its industry worldwide. The organisation devotes itself to stimulating development, innovation and talent, gathering the global industry and laying a foundation for future generations.
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