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The Chainsmokers Recapture "Roses" Magic With Carefree Anthem Alongside Fridayy: Listen

Nearly a decade later, the petals of The Chainsmokers' breakout song "Roses" still haven't wilted.
They're now turning back the clock to those days with their new single, "Friday," which they said is a spiritual successor to that nostalgic track. Channeling the head-over-heels rapture of "Roses," the song trades thorns for firecrackers to capture the all-consuming intensity of young love.
The lyrics, delivered in soulful fashion by Fridayy, encapsulate the heady rush of newfound romance, where the world seems to brim with endless possibilities and outside voices fall on deaf ears. The Chainsmokers have always been masters at bottling the intoxicating feelings of those early days, when consequences take a backseat to the pursuit of passion and pleasure.
Fans of duo's early work will feel right at home thanks to their breezy production and charismatic songwriting. This carefree ethos reaches its crescendo with Fridayy's rallying cry in the chorus, a resounding endorsement to seize the fleeting ecstacies of youth before they inevitably fade.
You can watch the official music video for "Friday" below and stream the new single here.
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iFeature Releases Genre-Bending New Album ‘Forbidden’

One name who has been on our radar for a number of years is iFeature and when you take a listen to their music you’ll understand exactly why. Releasing music since 2016, iFeature has racked up an impressive catalog in that time, gaining over 1 million streams across those tracks. With such a lengthy catalog of music over a long time, iFeature has proved time and time again that he is not afraid of reinventing himself, delivering fresh new sound for his fans. Now, appearing on our new music feeds with a 12 track album, iFeature presents us with ‘Forbidden’.
Officially released on April 26th, ‘Forbidden’ is iFeature‘s 4th album but he feels it’s more than just an album. “The album is a declaration of breaking free from silence and suppression, a journey of self-discovery and authenticity. It’s a call to trust and express oneself fearlessly, a testament to my music and artistic dedication.” he stated.
Known for his bold fusion of music and art, iFeature invites listeners to an intense journey through 12 tracks, each promising an emotional exploration. Merging dubstep and drum and bass, iFeature crafts a unique auditory experience that’s both immersive and reflective.
Stream this album below.
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GAWP & The Melody Men Join Forces With Brand New Single ‘Sun Comes Up’ On Heldeep

“Step into the rhythm of the night with ‘Sun Comes Up’ the vibrant Tech House sensation from British producer/DJ GAWP and dynamic duo, The Melody Men. 
Showcasing irresistible summer vocals that urge the listener to dance until dawn, this track sets the scene for endless nights of carefree celebration. Combining catchy melodies with succinct driving rhythms, ‘Sun Comes Up‘ captures the engaging spirit of summer, actively inviting audiences to lose themselves in the music until the break of day.

GAWP is no stranger to the revered Heldeep imprint. His previous releases include ‘Every Weekend’, ‘Moon’ and ‘Lost and Found’. Outside of Heldeep Records, GAWP has released songs with leading imprints including 7Wallace (Aphrodisiac together with Gene Farris), Wh0 Worx, Toolroom and Sink or Swim. He has also performed across international main stages, headlining on multiple tours throughout the USA and UK as well as supporting Oliver Heldens (Heldeep Records label boss) on his USA tour back in 2019. 

The Melody Men are one of the most sought after current vocal and writing teams in the business following their work with Mark Knight, Martin Ikin, Mason, Ferreck Dawn, Reinier Zonneveld and many more. Their collaborations have seen them feature on global radio playlists, TV shows and also major ad campaigns.

On ‘Sun Comes Up’, GAWP Says – “I loved making this track as we really geeked out in the studio, running the vocals in through the tubes and taking time to experiment with lots of drum machines and hardware. The final result is better than we expected! I feel like we bridged the underground and commercial appeal with the contrast from breakdown to drop and kept the original GAWP x Melody Men collaborative styles.” 
“Sun Comes Up” has garnered significant praise from industry heavyweights Claptone, Black V Neck, and Don Diablo, receiving early promo support. The track has also sparked considerable radio interest, with BBC Introducing, Don Diablo on Hexagon Radio, Alok Radio Show, Mike Williams’ set for On Track, Fedde Le Grand on Darklight Sessions, and Oliver Heldens on Heldeep Radio giving it priority airtime. This advance industry support underscores the high calibre of this collaboration and sets the scene for the track to remain on regular rotation all summer long.

Out Now on Heldeep Records
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The post GAWP & The Melody Men Join Forces With Brand New Single ‘Sun Comes Up’ On Heldeep appeared first on Electic Mode.
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Armin Van Buuren Teams Up With D.O.D And Laura Welsh For Emotional Banger ‘By Now’

The king of trance is back. Armin Van Buuren released a new track this weekend, and it’s one of the best we’ve heard from him lately. Titled ‘By Now’, Armin’s latest track is a collaboration featuring British DJ and producer D.O.D.. The vocals are performed by the English singer Laura Welsh. ‘By Now’ was released through Armada Music Records.
The true talent of a producer can be shown in many different ways. One of them is adapting your sound to the new waves of evolution the industry travels through. This has become an almost automatic task for a DJ like Armin Van Buuren. The Dutch legend has managed to mesh his signature sound with many of today’s trending sounds. He’s done it in a way that guarantees that you’ll still be able to recognize his sound. At the same time, he brings an entirely new arsenal of leads, basses, and effects that perfectly fuse with their work.
‘By Now’
On his new track, Armin Van Buuren teams up with D.O.D to produce a strong, warm, and melancholic track. Something that takes you back to the early 2000s, when trance music used to dominate everything. The rolling bass, more recent sounding, pairs up perfectly with the rest of the elements on the track. Not what you’d expect from AVB. The result, however, is once again a great one.
Last but not least, the brilliant set of vocals provided by Lauren Welsh. The singer/songwriter does an amazing job, delivering a stunning set of vocals. Taking the role of a person dedicating a song to their lover, the euphoria and melancholy of the singer’s voice is the perfect element to tie everything around. The result? Certainly, one of the best songs Armin Van Buuren has released in the last few years. Not to discredit any of his previous work. This song just happens to be too damn good. The king of trance has done it again!
Stream Armin Van Buuren’s new track ‘By Now’ out everywhere!

The post Armin Van Buuren Teams Up With D.O.D And Laura Welsh For Emotional Banger ‘By Now’ appeared first on EDMTunes.
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Hï Ibiza Crowned World’s No.1 Club Award for Third Year in a Row

Calling all EDM enthusiasts with Ibiza on their summer itinerary! Buckle up, because Hï Ibiza has just cemented its legendary status by clinching the coveted “World’s No. 1 Club” DJMag award for an incredible third consecutive year. Announced right before their 2024 opening bash this Saturday, April 27th, this prestigious recognition solidifies Hï Ibiza’s position as a global dance music powerhouse.
The DJ Mag Top 100 Clubs poll is a the most popular annual ranking based on votes from the magazine’s international audience. Hï Ibiza’s consistent placement at the top reflects its commitment to delivering high-quality club experiences. The club is known for its innovative production design and dedication to creating an immersive atmosphere for electronic music fans.
The news perfectly sets the stage for their highly anticipated opening party this weekend. This year’s lineup boasts a star-studded roster of the world’s most revered DJs, featuring the likes of Honey Dijon, TSHA, Adam Beyer, Jamie Jones, Carlita, and Loco Dice.
For those planning an Ibiza trip this summer, attending an event at Hï Ibiza is a surefire way to experience the island’s renowned nightlife scene. However, it’s important to note that DJ Mag’s poll is just one measure of club popularity, and other venues in Ibiza also offer exceptional experiences.tunesharemore_vert
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We Need To Talk About: Paleblu

Photography by Cicely Grace, Styling by Chrissi Smith and Shot at One Hundred Shoreditch.
Paleblu’s voice is recognisable as the host of the longest-running jungle and drum and bass show on Reprezent radio. But this tenured presenter is also a producer and vocalist, who creates drum & bass fused with the unlikely pairing of indie. With this unique exploration of music Paleblu underscores the importance of inclusivity within the bass music scene, challenging industry biases and advocating for underrepresented voices.
Paleblu’s commitment to authenticity and inclusivity is echoed throughout his lyrism- his latest project, ‘Daisies,’ delves into raw emotions and introspective narratives, showcasing a journey that resonates with sincerity. With a fusion of cultural influences and a relentless pursuit of creative expression, Paleblu embodies the transformative power of art, inspiring audiences to embrace diversity and embrace the beauty of individuality.
Let’s chat…
How are you?
I’m feeling pretty good. I’ve just put a lot of work into this three-track EP that’s recently been released. I also pulled a show together and played the songs live with the band at The Hackney Social-  it was a really good turnout, one of the best turnouts for one of my solo shows ever. It’s a lot of work putting everything on yourself,  writing the lyrics, producing the music, and collating all the assets and the artwork. I do as much hands-on as possible, I’ve very much got that DIY independent mindset. It can be quite testing at times but it’s rewarding to see things come to fruition from start to finish.
What have you been up to recently? Clearly, you’ve been busy… 
I never know how to answer this question. This is a question I used to be quite insecure about when people would ask me. A lot of the time when I was in D&B settings, I’d say “ I’m an MC, but I’m a tastemaker on a Reprezent show that I’ve been doing for eight years now.  I’ve moved away from the D&B tastemaking and I’m focusing on this smaller project. 
So when people ask me “What do you do?” I don’t really know how to answer, because I think yes, I started out as a D&B MC but I’m also a producer which a lot of people don’t seem to know about. Presenting and DJing is something that I love doing too. It’s quite a weird one.
Over the years I’ve seen how vital it is to have loads of strings to your bows. I like to think of myself as being an all-round, I’m an artist, but I’m able to put the music business hat on, I’m also able to put the project manager hat on and work in different settings within the music industry which has given me a 360 view about how things work. That’s not to say that I understand everything, I haven’t cracked it yet. 
Have you been producing throughout your whole career?
It’s funny because I’ve actually been producing longer than I’ve been an MC. People don’t often know, they see me as an MC or a radio presenter. But with my new stuff, people a lot of people are saying ‘He spits bars too.” It’s kind of flipped.
I’ve been producing since I was about 14. I went to a regular state school, but they had specialist funding from the borough for performing arts and the arts. They had a sweet full of Mac computers and I remember we started learning Logic, I’m one of those people who didn’t really have a certain crew that I hung with or a certain thing I was into at school.  But when I found out about logic and production. I was hooked, I remember being in that sweet most lunch times- any chance I would just be trying to learn about music software. About one or two years after that I started MCing. My brother was an MC and he, Joe Goss (Soulvent Records), Jack Higgins (Pola) and a guy called Sean set up a record label.  I saw them doing the whole dance music and record label thing and they were great role models for me and I feel like I was given a window into the dance music world.
I was born and raised in East London not from the roughest part, but it’s not the greatest part either and there were so many other things going on around me where if I didn’t have these role models or music to throw myself into I think things would have ended up a very differently for me.
How important do you think creative education is for young people? 
Creativity in education is one of the things I am most passionate about, if I had more time I would be more directly involved with it. Unfortunately, I have to pay my bills. I went to a state school that specialised in performing arts, and I’ve seen people around me who are from less well-off backgrounds than me who have completely turned their lives around due to creativity and education. Having access to these services is essential.  There is a lack of funding and it’s been cut back so much the past few years under the current government. I’d like to think of myself as punk and anti-establishment, but I’m not gonna shit over the government the whole of this interview because I think that can be quite draining but the cuts to public services have been drastic. 
These things really help people a key example of this is that I work with a charity called Yuaf, a couple of months ago I was working with this kid and we did some one-to-one production. He may not have had access to a session with someone who’s a producer- it’s only because of foundations and charities like this that he gets access to it. 
I found that the experience of working with someone who was really keen and eager to learn and progress and ask all the right questions was inspiring for me. So I think it’s important. Education as a whole is important. My dad came to this country when he was three years old from Pakistan. He didn’t go to university. My mum grew up in the East End, in pure poverty really and she just didn’t have access to education and creativity. It’s really important and something I’m quite passionate about. 
On the tip of Education, I want to mention Chords because he is my best mate but he’s also been a mentor to me and he’s also provided me with opportunities that I wouldn’t normally have had access to. He’s an amazing producer and DJ too. I was also part of the first cohort to attend ELAM (East London Arts & Music) a college that was set up by Will Kennard of Chase & Status. If it wasn’t for ELAM, I wouldn’t know the things I know today, so I have to shout them out. When I was at ELAM, I also met my current manager Patrick (MC Rage / Rebel Clash).
It’s good to hear people are still passionate about creativity and education.
Let’s talk about your latest release…
‘Daisies’ is a really cool project. It’s a 3-tracker I started working on towards the end of last year. As I’ve been producing for such a long time I’ve finally found my way of working now I write the song on guitar, put it into logic, do a majority of the production and then I will work with my good friend and long-term collaborator chords on my additional production.  and then we’ll mix it together. And so that I think the tune I started writing at the end of last year. 
‘Belong’ was the first single from the EP and it’s about identity. I remember writing the tune and it was how I felt at that moment, it is quite an honest song. A lot of the tunes that I’m writing now are very honest. What I’m doing musically is very different to a lot of D&B that’s coming out at the minute.  I had to almost take a little step back from D&B for the past couple of years because I don’t think it sat with who I am as an artist. That’s not to say that I hate or dislike D&B. I love it. Jungle and D&B were my entry point to music, but I wanted to try something very different. I think I’ve done that with this record. 
There are three tracks- ‘Daisies’ which is the lead track, ‘Belong’ and then ‘Help Yourself’. A lot of people have said that ‘Help Yourself’ is their favourite track, it is very much a self-help song, it’s about mental health and making sure that you look after yourself. 
I’ve got a remix from Crate Classics on the way. I’ve got a remix from Lakeway on the way. And I have also got another remix from Chords, but this is as his new alias- Shoal. I’m speaking to Iyre as well about getting a remix done. My productions are very D&B  and jungle influenced, but they’re almost indie pop-driven on the vocal and a lot of the instrumentation. So I like to add some remixes to the releases
How do you blend indie with D&B? Not to styles you’d usually find together…
Growing up as a person of mixed Heritage, my dad’s Bengali and Pakistani my mum’s English and Irish, then also growing up in London, this melting pot of sounds and different music. I became this sponge where I’m just constantly absorbing things around me and that’s not necessarily just music. That might be people’s styles or just locations. I’ve always been passionate about British music not just jungle and D&B that goes back to the 80s new romantic wave like Depeche Mode and The Human League and then also 90’s Brit pot and then in to that wave of indie in the 2000s. People like Jamie T, The Kooks. I’ve always been really into other music I just never really saw how to put the two together. This comes back to our conversation about being honest and being authentic. The more that you go into a scene the more you’re like, “OK, how do I crack this scene” and you end up listening to all this music but it all gets diluted into the same kind of similar sound. So you can either go into this scene and do what everyone else is doing or you can just carve your own thing.
You just let yourself be yourself and do what you were doing. And it just happened naturally…
I dabbled in the electronic stuff a little bit and I was like “This is cool!” But really and truly I wasn’t fully satisfied. I knew I was enjoying it. But I wanted to try something out of the box, which is where the whole concept of ‘Daisies’ and all this new music has come from. A lot of it is not “club bangers” that can be played in the rave,  I’ve written it to be performed with a five-piece band. I’ve got to shout out my band as well. We’re all from very different walks of life, but we all gel together and there hasn’t, as of yet (touchwood), been any kind of these band politics that you hear of.
We’ve spoken about your production process, what’s your lyrical writing process?
I don’t actually have an answer to that, it just comes out. Not thinking about it too much, writing how I feel at that time and then channelling into that feeling. I’m reading a book by Rick Rubin at the minute, called The Creative Act. Rick Rubin is obviously an amazing producer and one of the founders of Def Jam and in this book, he talks about that-  being in that moment and getting into the zone and a flow of things. And then I suppose getting stuff to rhyme I guess, haha. 
Do you write to music or do you write poetry and then get to fit to music?
If I’m writing bars, I’ll tend to put on a mix but most of the time now, if I’m writing lyrics I’m also writing music and producing at the same time.
You’ve been a radio presenter for a long time, what’s your favourite part of the job?
There are a few, I think the main favourite part is getting to speak to people and understand their experiences, what they’ve done and how they’ve contributed to the scene, what their journey has been. I like learning about different people and I’ve had the privilege of talking to some of the greats like Bailey,  Breakage and it’s been super inspiring because I’m 27. I don’t know everything about the D&B and Jungle scene and speaking to these people has opened my eyes. 
I don’t want to go on a rant, but I do want to say that I think a lot of people do really need to know where this music has come from. It comes back to the point of education, there should be more education pieces and understanding that drum and bass and jungle came from sound system culture and used to be jungle techno. Understanding this more, and staying true to where the genre has come from is pivotal because over time people just forget about these things, and you can’t forget about things because it’s part of the culture.
The second favorite part is probably the flip side of that which is getting to promote and push up-and-coming people. Giving a voice to people that are just getting started or halfway through their journey. It’s really important and I do have to give another massive shout-out to Reprezent.
 I don’t know the ins and outs of it, but they’re going through a crowd-funding process at the moment. They are one of these places we spoke about earlier that have had their funding cut. They are a community FM station. They are essentially funded by local government, and they’ve been put in a position where they’ve had to do a crowdfunder and it’s not the only organisation I’ve seen that has had to do this. It’s quite terrifying to see that an organisation like Reprezent, which isn’t just a radio station- they train people from 16 to 25 to get into radio to give them the skills to get into entertainment or music or the creative sector. 
As a radio presenter, I wanted to talk about the importance of human tastemakers over an industry that has become dominated by algorithms. 
To start off… Tastemaking is super important. Gatekeeping is a dick head thing.
I have definitely found that when I am listening to a radio show or a podcast, I feel something completely different compared to listening to an algorithm-generated playlist or even one of Spotify’s curated playlists, to be honest. Because at the end of the day, they may be curated by a human but it’s only certain people that get up there. And that is the type of gatekeeping that we’re talking about. 
Back to the topic of tastemaking, I think it’s incredibly important. It’s something that we need to preserve. I think it’s also something that makes music quite a liberal space to be in.  
Put it this way. You’re gonna get incredible chefs that will get all the finest ingredients and make an incredible dish and it’s gonna taste amazing and you have all these incredible flavours, it’s a meal that you’re really gonna enjoy and it’s gonna satisfy you. Or you can get some chef that’s grabbed some crappy ingredients. The meal is frozen it looks the same as every other meal it’s gonna be all right but it’s not really nourishing.
I’m a deeply sensitive person. So having music that is created by someone, who has spent time going through music and listening to music and coming up with their own dish is a lot more nourishing than something that’s generated by an algorithm, or someone who’s getting paid loads of money to push and labels. I think also as an independent artist. You must have these people in place.
What have you got coming up?
I’m launching this new project, which is called Gonebrook.  It’s a project that I wanted to be purely about electronic music production. It’s not just D&B there’s garage, house and techno, a bit of everything, but no vocals. I’ve also got tons of music written and produced under Paleblu that will be dropping slowly but surely over the next few years. 
What should we be talking about in the bass music scene that we’re not talking about currently?
This is something that has been spoken about and has been the past few years, but definitely diversity and inclusivity. It’s still a big problem in dance music. I’ve seen a lot of people not be given the same opportunities that they should have been given based on the fact that they’re not a straight white man.I think things are improving and you have great organisations like, EQ50 is a great example of that, but it’s something that still needs to be really pushed and I think honestly some people just don’t know where the music comes from and that’s the place to start. D&B and garage and all these genres came from working-class communities and people of colour, it’s about that education piece. I’d say the things that people need to talk about more are where the music comes from and how we can get people from all backgrounds into the scene and how we can really nurture these people as well.
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New EDM Friday: Swedish House Mafia, Armin van Buuren, The Chainsmokers, Porter Robinson & More

Swedish House Mafia ft. Niki & The Dove – Lioness
* release delayed*
Armin van Buuren & D.O.D. – By Now
Trance icon Armin van Buuren and D.O.D collaborate for the first time on ‘By Now,’ featuring Laura Welsh. Their mutual admiration and desire to blend genres result in a track that merges trance melodies with house beats and emotionally charged vocals. This release follows a strong start to 2024 for both artists, with D.O.D‘s recent UK Top 20 hit ‘So Much In Love’ achieving BRIT Certified Gold status and Armin van Buuren‘s continued success with ‘Breathe In’ and ‘What Took You So Long.’ 
The Chainsmokers & Fridayy – Friday
With their previous single, ‘Addicted’ with Zerb, still dominating the streaming world, The Chainsmokers link up with Fridayy to give us the perfect weekend anthem. A single that seems to take them back to their roots with a style similar to ‘Roses’ and ‘Closer’, ‘Friday’ is a feel good tune that will have you singing along all weekend.
BENNETT – Lullaby
BENNETT has once again orchestrated a sonic revolution, this time producing a Lullaby and turning it into a pulsating anthem that electrifies the scene. He trades the French flair of his previous hit for nocturnal vibes, seamlessly blending gentle melodies with impressive techno beats. The track beckons listeners to follow its hypnotic rhythm, promising an escape from the ordinary into a realm where dreams collide with pulsating basslines.
Ashley Paul & Luv Foundation (UK) – Hearts Up
Just one month removed from the release of ‘Bingo Baby’, a single that has amassed over 800 thousand streams across all platforms, Ashley Paul & the duo of Julian Napolitano and Mark Loverush, known as Luv Foundation (UK), offer up their next single titled ‘Hearts Up’. Much like what came before, this new single is an emotional hands in the air summer smash that will be an instant hit with dance music lovers across the globe.
Ashley Paul x Luv Foundation (UK) · Ashley Paul x Luv Foundation (UK) – Hearts Up Extended iFeature – Forbidden
With such a lengthy catalog of music over a long time, iFeature has proved time and time again that he is not afraid of reinventing himself, delivering fresh new sound for his fans. Now, appearing on our new music feeds with a 12 track album, iFeature presents us with ‘Forbidden’. Officially released today, ‘Forbidden’ is iFeature‘s 4th album but he feels it’s more than just an album. “The album is a declaration of breaking free from silence and suppression, a journey of self-discovery and authenticity. It’s a call to trust and express oneself fearlessly, a testament to my music and artistic dedication.” he stated.
Honorable mentions:
Bessey & Tita Lau – To L.A
Blinders & Skidope – VAMP
Breathe Carolina x STVW – Long Night
Darren Styles ft. MERYLL – So High
Da Tweekaz x Djane HouseKat – La Di Da
David Puentez x Bonn – I Want You
Justice – Hyperdrama (album)
Koven, A.M.C. – Hooked
Mesto, Vluarr – Over Soon
Mike Williams – The Alarm
Noizu & Joshwa – Get Rockin’
Odd Mob & OMNOM: HYPERBEAM – The Unexplained EP
Orjan Nilsen & Mark Sixma – Gone
Robbie Mendez – Be There
Tony Romera & Crusy – The Unknown
Topic x A7S – Out My Head
Stream all these tracks and more in our New EDM Friday playlist – follow here.


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Justice's New Album "Hyperdrama" Exposes the Soul Beneath the Synthesizers

From the opening bars of Hyperdrama, Justice's first new album in eight years, the duo reminds us why we fell in love with their timeless electro in the first place.
Those starved for Justice's visceral French house music need starve no longer, as the record overflows with an embarrassment of synth-washed riches. But while it's still anchored in the gritty analog tones that made them icons, the album finds Xavier de Rosnay and Gaspard Augé exploring uncharted territory with a renewed sense of adventure and emotional depth.
With Hyperdrama, Justice transcend the simple pleasures of body music to speak to the tragedies, triumphs and bittersweet complexities that loom over the dancefloor's euphoric release. Eschewing the aloof electronic stoicism that defined their earlier works, Justice bleed pathos and restless yearning without abandoning their roots.
Listeners needn't look any further than its opener, "Neverender," a sublime collaboration with Tame Impala where cathartic synth-rock meets aching lyricism drenched in regret over unresolved heartaches. And on "Mannequin Love," Justice tap into their time-tested analog synth craftsmanship to produce a walk-on-air anthem with fizzy arpeggios flittering through effervescent vocals from The Flints.
Justice performing at the 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.Miranda Nicusanti/EDM.com
Elsewhere on Hyperdrama is the psychedelic "Explorer," a dark horse for the album's best track. Here Justice weave a lysergic latticework of eerie, cinematic textures alongside a madcap Connan Mockasin, whose guttural vocals envelop us like a hypnagogic nightmare. A masterclass in tension-building, his haunting soliloquy about a barren desert with a sinister figure in the distance sends shivers to your toes.
Despite those departures, it's clear the legendary Justice haven't lost their retrofuturistic French house touch. They turn back the clock by virtue of "Generator" and "Incognito," a pair of raw, vintage bangers oozing with the white-knuckle intensity of their seminal debut album, †.
The album's evocative nature is no accident, according to Justice's Xavier de Rosnay.
"Classical pieces of music, like Beethoven's 'Fifth Symphony,' are the biggest hits ever and they have no drums, no beats, no lyrics. But they've been the biggest hits for centuries because they have a very powerful, evocative strength," de Rosnay told GRAMMY.com. "For us, music is first and foremost meant to reveal this. So we never make music with the idea that it has to be for dancing or pop or anything, we always make music to try to convey powerful emotions."
Hyperdrama is out now via Ed Banger Records/Because Music. You can listen to the album below and find it on streaming platforms here.
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Phace Dropped Three-Track Sampler Ahead of Upcoming Album

German drum-n-bass artist Phace, birth name Florian Harres, released a three-track sampler of his upcoming album, Everyday, on April 19th. The album will come out on May 24th on Zeds Dead‘s label, Deadbeats, and it will be the first album for Phace since six years ago. The album will feature dance floor anthems that contain fantastic bass-lines and innovative melodies that will have listeners groove to the beats from dusk to dawn in an instant. The three-track sampler from Phase contains the following tracks: ‘Everyday’, ‘Cruisin’ and ‘Cray’.
Additionally, the release of this sampler, as well as the upcoming album release, may become one of the most exciting release from the drum-n-bass artist as he has dropped phenomenal releases on labels like Mau5trap, OWSLA, and Vision. Peace also released music on his imprints too, NËU and Neosignal. Click on the Spotify link below to stream the three-track sampler of Everyday from Phace. This is an artist who has received support from the likes of stars such as Skrillex, Noisia, and Amon Tobin.
Phace describes how the upcoming album, Everyday, made him feel
The tracklist for the upcoming album, Everyday
Everyday Cruisin Blessed Lost Touch Cray Self Talking Resist Fatigue Kaputt Ein schöner Platz (feat. Affe Maria) In Habits The post Phace Dropped Three-Track Sampler Ahead of Upcoming Album appeared first on EDMTunes.
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IMS 2024: A Recap Of Day One

The first day of IMS Ibiza 2024 started in a packed indoor summit room with hosts Pete Tong and Jaguar welcoming thousands of delegates, before plunging into the IMS Business Report. In business terms, the report showed that the past year has been one of solid growth – not the dramatic post-COVID bounce-back of ‘22, but a strong, more uniform surge across everything from live events to publishing. In cultural terms, the research showed there’s clearly still work to be done to make sure every part of our community is equal in terms of opportunity and appreciation.
And the IMS Ibiza 2024 theme, ‘Rebuilding Our Community’ resonated throughout the day – in the Brave Space, where HE.SHE.THEY, Downtown and FUGA warmly welcomed delegates with a Break the Ice Session, to Alpha Theta General Manager Mark Grotefeld’s passionate opening keynote about finding purpose as a company, to the pivotal discussion of IMS ibiza 2024: Rebuilding Our Community: How To Bring Back Peace, Love, Unity + Respect, where a group ranging from DJ Pierre to agent Maria May – and unerringly steered by AFEM’s Georgia Taglietti, looked especially to the lessons we’ve forgotten from the acid house era – and how we can apply that spirit to today’s more corporate culture.
In a similar vein, Pete Tong helmed a frank and fascinating interview with Abel Matutes Prats, CEO of the Palladium Hotel Group and scion of a family who have been a major force behind the tourism and nightlife in Ibiza for decades. Covering everything from the scene’s intense rivalries to how young people are being priced out of the Island, this felt like a genuine ‘only at IMS Ibiza’ moment that pulled back the curtain on the power makers in the industry. We also were treated to a scoop: Ibiza’s biggest club, Privilege, will be revamped, renamed, and reopening in 2025.On a more nuts and bolts industry tip, Beatport lifted the lid on the new streaming reality, from its benefits to DJs and artists to the new scams to watch out for, while ‘The Future Of Artist Deals and Contracts’ was a deep insight from leading lawyers into how everything from AI to the rise of single track deals is changing the structure of deals. These two talks alone were genuine potential moneymakers – or savers – for industry pros.
In the Art Of Areté space, presented by AlphaTheta, the focus was as ever on wellness and mental health in an industry where too many people still stay up too late and work – and play – too hard. DJ Chloé Caillet was on hand to give her insight into the balance of self-care and artistic success, while the breathwork, addiction and nutrition sessions offered genuine insights for delegates to take away.In weather news, a chilly start gave way to blazing sunshine by the afternoon, and by sunset, the Helix, Ultra, and Change The Beat events were buzzing with delegates dissecting the day, catching up, and looking forward to tomorrow’s even more packed Summit – beginning with Areté’s nature walk at first light.
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ZUSO Presents Heartwarming And Introspective Single ‘Crystal Lights’

Listen to a magnificent track we recently came across.
The spectrum of Dance music is quite the noble crop. It just keeps on giving, and the more you look, the more golden berries you find hanging in the trees. Are you ready to harvest one special fruit? This one is a journey to the inside. Meet ZUSO.
ZUSO
Hailing from The Land Down Under, Gabriel Cuenca embarked on a mission. One that involves crafting the most unique, warm style of Dance imaginable via blending elements and spices from genres such as Progressive House, Breakbeat, and Drum & Bass.
Under the ZUSO brand, he’s developed a sound which could be roughly described as “RÜFÜS DU SOL meets Lane 8 meets Tourist”. That’s quite the statement, but trust me, everything will fall into place once you get to meet his compositions. His latest, you ask? ‘Crystal Lights’.
‘Crystal Lights’
Further diving into the idea of charming music with an electronic outfit, ZUSO’s ‘ Crystal Lights’ is a laid-back, soft, heartwarming Breakbeat track which truly feels like sitting on a little hill, on a cloudy afternoon, watching the world below. By contrasting gated vocal beds with floaty pads, the track teleports you to a place of calm, soother, and self-recognition.
“‘Crystal Lights’ was an idea that came about pretty naturally”, says ZUSO. “I wrote the song pretty quickly and I feel it represents [my] sound quite well. I actually took a bit of inspiration from one of my past EPs, Lost In Time, with this one and wanted to bring those feelings of escapism and vivid imagery back”.
Listen to ZUSO’s ‘Crystal Lights’ in full by clicking the Spotify button we’ve provided. Also, be sure to follow him on his socials, and click this link to support the release on your platform of choice. And don’t forget to stay tuned to our page for the latest news and reviews from our beloved EDM industry.
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[WATCH] The Full Anyma x Eric Prydz Set Before It Gets Taken Down

Two of the best in dance music teamed up for an unforgettable show at Coachella this past weekend. Known for their live show visuals, Eric Prydz and Anyma came together for a special B2B. Thanks to a beautiful soul in the crowd who filmed the whole set, we can now all feel what it was like to be there.
There is one insane moment when Anyma’s robot angel meets Prydz’s robo-human at the 2:50 hour mark. There are many other cool moments but the two iconic visuals coming together is awesome. They reach for each other’s hands for Opus Vs. Sumulation.
It is beautiful to see two artists who dominate their respective genres come together. This was truly an awe-inspiring show that we all hope continues in the future. You can watch the set begin in the sunlight and go through the sunset to finally the night.
The set occurred at Coachella’s new Quasar Stage. It was a scenic playground for attendees and featured many extended sets from DJs. The stage looked almost like it perfectly fit in the scenery of Coachella Valley.
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Tomorrowland and Brussels Airlines present ‘Amare’

Brussels Airlines and Tomorrowland proudly present ‘Amare’, the newest Belgian Icon, which represents unity for people all over the world. The brand-new and specially painted Airbus A320neo’s livery also features augmented reality. Amare will not only bring the festivalgoers to Tomorrowland but will be operating commercial flights as from April 26, 2024.
Brussels Airlines has announced its extension of partnership with Tomorrowland until 2028. Since 2012, the Belgian airline has proudly collaborated with Tomorrowland, bringing tens of thousands of festivalgoers to Belgium every summer. This partnership is built on shared values, including a passion for exploring the world, connecting cultures, and a commitment to environmental sustainability. This summer almost 47.000 festivalgoers will travel to Tomorrowland Belgium via the unique Global Journey travel packages, offering an all-inclusive experience with transportation (flight, bus, train), accommodation (DreamVille, B&B, hotel) and festival tickets. Roughly 14.500 festivalgoers booked a Global Journey package with flight. Approximately 165 different flights from around the world will take place over the two weekends.
Celebrating 20 years of Tomorrowland, Tomorrowland Belgium 2024 will take place across two weekends from July 19-21 and July 26-28. Set to open up a new world in the beautiful scenery of De Schorre in Boom in the summer of 2024, the festival’s new theme ‘LIFE’ is the prequel of the 2016 ‘Elixir of Life’ theme.
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Solomun+1 Marks Epic Return to Pacha Ibiza This Summer

Dance music titan Solomun has announced that his ever-dependable Solomun+1 residency will return to Pacha Ibiza for the summer 2024 season, and it’s set to be bigger and better than ever. 
Solomun+1
Kicking off on 23rd June, Solomun +1 will run for 16 consecutive Sundays, Solomun will bring some of the hottest and most revered DJs on the planet to the White Isle. Guests include +1 favorites Dixon, Ame, and Gerd Janson, as well as Ibiza exclusives from Jamie XX and Barry Can’t Swim, who makes his Solomun +1 debut. Also playing for the first time this season is Job Jobse, Young Marco and Chloe Caillet who join a host of returning talent including HAAi, DJ Gigola and Denis Sulta. In addition, the season will shine with an extra-special series of All Night Long sets by Solomun himself, which generated a huge turnout in 2023. 
First launched in 2013, Solomun +1 is one of the most integral and unmissable parties on the island, captivating audiences with its unique concept of sharing a night with just one friend. Renowned for his ability to blend diverse music with raw emotion, Solomun transforms Pacha Ibiza into a journey of discovery every Sunday night. 
Behind Solomun+1 lies a revolutionary concept: creating an intimate space where music lovers can come together. With carefully selected guest DJs complementing Solomun’s unparalleled sound, each Sunday is a celebration of music like no other.
With a glittering new cast of all-star guests, Solomun +1 will bigger and better than ever this summer 2024.
Background Story
His Solomun+1 residency at Pacha Ibiza started in quite a laid-back fashion in 2013. He moved the DJ booth into the center of the club to be close to the dancefloor instead of the usual high podium. This introduced a fairly unheard-of concept on the Island: a night together with only one friend. Since its commencement in 2013, Solomun+1 has become an Ibiza household name, with its Solomun+LIVE offshoot on the Island and +1 editions all over the world, be it Berlin, New York or Tulum.
Get your tickets to enjoy a Sunday service like no other.
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Gryffin Releases the Next Single From PULSE Album: ‘Magic’

Dance music maverick Gryffin has unveiled his newest single ‘MAGIC’ featuring babyidontlikeyou out now ahead of his anticipated third studio album PULSE, due out later this year via Virgin Music. Ambient and upbeat, ‘MAGIC’ is an exhilarating blend of the vibrant electro house and trance tones that permeate Gryffin’s PULSE era. Charged with an energizing burst of momentum, ‘MAGIC’ is propelled by Gryffin’s invigorating synthwork and four-on-the-floor percussion surrounding babyidontlikeyou’s pitched vocals. With ‘MAGIC’, Gryffin continues to showcase the adrenaline-induced originals fans can expect on PULSE. Listen here.
 ‘MAGIC’ marks the latest single off PULSE, following ‘LAST OF US’ with Rita Ora and Gryffin’s recent collaboration with Armin Van Buuren, ‘What Took You So Long’. Inspired by the progressive sounds of his 2000s roots, PULSE harnesses the uplifting energy and interpersonal spirit that first sparked his love of dance music. Set to arrive later this year, the album embraces the unity and emotional connectivity that is universal no matter the dance floor. 
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Watch Electronic Music Legend Jean-Michel Jarre Take Flight in Revolutionary Flying Car

Electronic music legend Jean-Michel Jarre became the first-ever passenger to ride in KleinVision's groundbreaking flying car in a move the company called "a new era of transportation with a touch of magic."
That's according to Stefan Klein, an inventor, pilot and the Founder and CEO of KleinVision. The company's AirCar, which transforms from a sports car into a plane in minutes, was certified to fly in 2022 and its proprietors reportedly hope to bring it to market within a year.
"We are bridging the gap between the road and the sky, giving cars the freedom they symbolized 50 years ago," Anton Zajac, co-founder of KleinVision and ESET, said in a press release.
Jarre has been backing cutting-edge technologies since the 1970s, from experimenting with trailblazing hardware in the studio, to paving a path forward for concert audiovisual tech and ultimately changing the way live shows are experienced. Moreover, his early perspectives on society's embrace of AI demonstrated his prescient tendencies back in 2018.
Now, Jarre is taking another leap into the future after his historic ride in the revolutionary flying car. 
"One second you speak to the driver, and next, you are up there in the air—an amazing experience!" he said after completing two flights in the AirCar at Slovakia's Piešťany Airport.
Watch footage of Jarre's flight below.
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Apple Cuts Vision Pro Shipments As Demand is Lower Than Expected

It seems Apple’s Vision Pro headset isn’t doing quite as well as they expected. According to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the company has slashed its production target for the number of Vision Pro units that it plans to ship in 2024. Originally, they planned to ship 700,000 to 800,000 units, but now that number’s down to 400,000 to 450,000. Kuo states this is because demand in the U.S. fell way short of expectations, even before the headset launched in markets outside of the U.S.. This means Apple will likely be more conservative when releasing the Vision Pro in new countries.
Kuo previously predicted a global launch before Apple’s developer conference in June, so the headset might be available in more places within the next month. Apple also expects to ship fewer units in 2025 than in 2024, and they’re ‘reviewing and adjusting’ their roadmap for future headsets. Kuo doesn’t expect an upgraded Vision Pro model next year, despite an earlier report suggesting a revision in late 2025.
Back in February, Kuo mentioned Apple was focusing on production efficiency, rather than changing the design or user experience. At that time, he predicted a major Vision Pro update wouldn’t come until 2027. According to Kuo, Apple needs to address the lack of must-have apps, the price tag, and comfort without sacrificing user experience. Weak sales of the Vision Pro are also expected to hurt the development of pancake lenses and the use of microOLED displays in small consumer electronics.
Source – [H/T]
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The Value Of Dance Music Industry Reaches $11.8 Billion

*Featured Cover Photo Credit: International Music Summit
The International Music Summit (IMS) has released their 2024 Business Report and stated that the value of the dance music industry reached $11.8 billion. How the dance music industry arrived at the $11.8 billion mark shows how widespread it became globally in many major markets, including rising ones in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The $11.8 billion value for the dance music industry rose up 17% from the previous year, which also followed up from the 34% growth from two years before as well.
In fact, Mark Mulligan, Managing Director and Analyst at MIDiA Research, presented the findings at Day 1 of the IMS in Ibiza (which goes from April 24 to 26). In the report, the sector with the largest growth was the “live events” sector, with music festivals and clubs making up nearly half of the revenue contributors for the industry. Independent and mainstream labels, physical and digital sales of releases, music technology brands, and streaming platforms are also among the many sectors in the dance/electronic music world that also made strides as well.
Image Courtesy: International Music Summit Valuation of Dance Music Industry at $11.8 Billion Announced at IMS in Ibiza
The IMS in Ibiza that announced the $11.8 billion valuation of the dance music industry is a prominent three-day conference that discusses the ongoing growth of the industry itself. According to an article from Billboard, the event’s founders include legendary English DJ/producer and BBC Radio 1 programme host, Pete Tong, as well as the full presentation of the aforementioned IMS Business Report.
Amongst other key findings in the report were the affirmation of SoundCloud as the #1 source for dance/electronic music producers, tech house’s confirmation as the top electronic music genre on Beatport, and electronic music seeing more growth in followers than rock, hip-hop, and Latin music. Conferences such as the IMS allow industry executives, the artists, and even the fans themselves to see how strong the dance/electronic is continuing to spread amazingly around the world.
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Vikkstar, Masked Wolf And JME Come Together For ‘Know Me Better’

Three massive faces find common ground in this hot new House single.
Do we even need an introduction here? Chances are, you either know Vikkstar, Masked Wolf, JME, or all of them. It’s always exciting to witness history in the making when artists from different backgrounds craft a piece together. Analysing how their sounds blend is often really interesting, even more so if the resulting song is a banger. Case in point, enter ‘Know Me Better‘.
DJ-producer hybrid and YouTube icon Vikkstar has taken Dance music by storm over the past months. After sitting in the studio with Alan Walker and Dash Berlin for their own take on the 90s classic by Alice Deejay, ‘Better Off (Alone, Pt. III)‘, which was a rousing success with over 60 million Spotify streams as we speak, the Sidemen member has stayed on the path of providing music for the whole world to enjoy.
This time, his new single welcomes an equally exciting project, Masked Wolf, the talented artist behind the world hit ‘Astronaut In The Ocean‘ from a few years ago. Not satisfied with their combo, ‘Know Me Better’ completes its battle team with the addition of legendary rapper and UK Grime trailblazer, JME. The single is now available to stream, courtesy of Monstercat Instinct.
‘Know Me Better’
Through clever elements, the track portrays a warm Deep House vibe, using synthesised trumpets, fat basslines, soft sine plucks, and the optimal amount of dirtiness on the percussion supporting the whole arrangement. As for the vocal bits, Masked Wolf walks you through the entire track with his iconic style. And just when you thought you had heard it all, boom, JME pops up and elevates the piece to new heights.
The lyrics of the single have a deeper underlying meaning as well, which has its roots in personal growth. As Wolf himself puts it, “There is always an element where people will judge you or get to know you and think they know you better than yourself. I wanted to express these ways of people not really caring for the other side of the story and just caring about their own. The whole verse depicts someone plotting against you, whether it is in love or friendship, to derail you. They think they can outsmart you because they believe they know you better than yourself, well they don’t“.
Regarding the creation of ‘Know Me Better’, Vikk reflects, “Since entering the music space, I have really enjoyed collaborating with old and new friends. Wolf and I regularly play Dota 2 together, from opposite sides of the planet. I have known Jamie for over a decade and always have a great time with him“.
Listen to Vikkstar, Masked Wolf and JME‘s brand-new ‘Know Me Better‘ below for your regular, beloved Spotify play. Also, Be sure to click here to check out the official video, and here to support the release on your platform of choice. Stay tuned to our page for the latest news and views from the Dance music industry!
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Disco Lines and SIDEPIECE's New Single is A Groovy House Blend: Listen

It's almost that time of the year, when sun-soaked days and balmy nights call for infectious beats and groovy rhythms to set the tone. And who better to soundtrack these sultry summer vibes than Disco Lines and SIDEPIECE?
One of the latest tracks making waves in the house music scene is "Give It To Me Good," a dynamic collaboration between Disco Lines and SIDEPIECE. After teasing the new single on social media months prior to its release, the track is now out via Big Beat Records. 
The song kicks off with a catchy vocal loop layered over a driving bassline and thumping kick drums. Sharp hi-hats and an earworm of a chorus then enter the fray to add depth to the arrangement's energetic pulse, delivering an instinctive, head-nodding beat that doesn't let up.
You can listen to "Give It To Me Good" below and find the new collaboration on streaming platforms here.
FOLLOW SIDEPIECE:
Facebook: facebook.com/youasidepiece
X: x.com/youasidepiece
Instagram: instagram.com/youasidepiece
Spotify: spoti.fi/3GxBWgS
FOLLOW DISCO LINES:
Instagram: instagram.com/discolines
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Facebook: facebook.com/discolines
Spotify: tinyurl.com/2p8626ah
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