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Klangkarussell returns alongside Oliva for new single ‘Holy Father’ on Bias Beach Records!

Austrian electronic duo Klangkarussell return with their latest single, ‘Holy Father’, set for release on May 16, 2025. Teaming up with Colombian rising star Oliva, the track is a seamless fusion of melodic house and Afrobeats with Latin influences, delivering an emotionally charged summer anthem about temptation, regret, and redemption.
‘Holy Father’ tells the compelling story of a woman entangled in a forbidden affair. Overwhelmed by guilt and inner conflict, she seeks solace in prayer, asking for the strength to resist temptation. Oliva’s powerful vocals and Latin-Caribbean influences bring raw emotion to the narrative, while Klangkarussell’s signature production weaves hypnotic rhythms and captivating melodies—resulting in a track that could resonate everywhere, from dance floors and festival stages to beach clubs and the airwaves.
 
Blending Klangkarussell’s dynamic beats with Oliva’s vibrant energy, ‘Holy Father’ is poised to be the anthem of this summer.
BUY / STREAM: KLANGKARUSSELL, OLIVA: ‘HOLY FATHER’ HERE
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https://www.instagram.com/klangkarussellofficial/ 
https://soundcloud.com/klangkarussell 
https://www.facebook.com/klangkarussell
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Don Diablo’s Alter Ego CONTROL ALT DΞLΞTΞ Unleashes Grime and Drum & Bass Power with “Head Banger,” Featuring Scrufizzer – Debut on Iconic Label UKF and North American Tour Announcement

Don Diablo’s alter ego CONTROL ALT DΞLΞTΞ crashes into the UK grime and drum & bass scene with his most creative cut yet – “Head Banger” with Scrufizzer, proudly representing the British grime scene, via the UK’s legendary label and platform UKF. This marks the CONTROL ALT DΞLΞTΞ project’s debut on UKF, and Don Diablo wastes no time making his presence felt, teaming up with grime powerhouse Scrufizzer for a genre-bending namesake banger that slaps from the very first bar. The track opens with a warped vocal riff and spirals into grimy synth stabs and digitized melodies that sound ripped from an AI-doomsday video game, before exploding into a pulse-racing, bass-heavy drop built to detonate dancefloors. With CONTROL ALT DΞLΞTΞ, Don Diablo pushes his boundaries wide and into the underground, signaling he’s dead serious about this new chapter of his career. One thing is for certain – “Head Banger” is just the beginning.

“Dropping my first official release on UKF with my brother Scrufizzer, our second record together is a full circle moment! I have always loved the label and their unique sense of community. This one hits harder, faster, and deeper. Don Diablo pres. CONTROL ALT DΞLΞTΞ is just getting started… and I couldn’t be more excited.” – Don Diablo

Don Diablo / CONTROL ALT DΞLΞTΞ
Currently voted the world’s #15 DJ on the prestigious DJ MAG Top 100, Don Diablo has long been a trailblazer in electronic music, known for pushing genre boundaries with hits like “On My Mind” and “Cutting Shapes.” The sought-after Dutch producer has collaborated with and remixed an eclectic roster of global superstars including Dua Lipa, Justin Bieber, Gucci Mane, Ed Sheeran, Mark Ronson, Travis Barker, Miley Cyrus, Rihanna, Madonna, The Chainsmokers, Coldplay and many more. A true visionary, Don’s creative output spans far beyond music – his hybrid physical-digital fine art pieces have broken records on SuperRare, been auctioned by Sotheby’s, and exhibited at the Venice Biennale, Art Basel, and beyond. In fashion, he helms HEXAGON’s streetwear line, releasing capsule collections with the likes of Disney, Lucasfilm, and Netflix. A consummate presenter, Don has hosted his globally syndicated Hexagon Radio show for over eight years, currently broadcast in over 68 countries. His label HEXAGON, launched in 2015, remains a powerhouse in championing new talent. Ever the innovator, Don is also one of the world’s top-selling crypto artists, making history with the release of his GΞNΞSIS NFT and the groundbreaking digital concert film NFT DΞSTINATION HΞXAGONIA. As CONTROL ALT DΞLΞTΞ, Don is all about creating something sharp, modern, and unapologetically different from his four to the floor output, a new lane, not a new mask. The name is no accident, either. Like the keyboard command, it’s a reset and a creative override.
Scrufizzer
First arriving on the scene as a producer coming straight out of west London, Scrufizzer has had quite the career so far. Starting out spitting on pirate radio, he quickly caught the ear of some of the UK’s finest and became part of the nascent grime scene, building up kudos with every set and feature, a quick search for his appearances on radio show freestyles and SBTV demonstrate why he caused such a stir and amply convey his ability. There has always been a variety of different layers to the Scrufizzer sound, from bashment to house & garage, from hip hop to jazz, funky to acoustic guitar, and he refuses to be pigeonholed to one particular style, preferring to be able to express himself on a variety of different beats and with a range of vocal styles. A true product of the melting pot of the UK music scene, his versatility and taste shine through on his tracks as his storytelling art.

Don Diablo’s forthcoming dates (North America 2025 tickets):
May 16 – Duplex – Prague, CZ
May 31 – Jun 02 – NAMELESS Festival – Annone Di Brianza, IT
Jun 13 – The Church – Denver, CO
Jun 14 – New City GasM – Montreal, QC
Jun 26 – Holika Festival – Calahorra, ES
Jul 09 – FEQ – Québec, QQ
Jul 11 – Ramova Theatre – Chicago, IL
Jul 12 – Echostage – Washington, DC
Jul 18 – The Midway – San Francisco, CA
Jul 19 – The Rooftop at Pier 17 – New York City, NY
Jul 20 – Cabana Pool Bar – Toronto, ON
Jul 30 – Opium – Barcelona, ES
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More info on Don Diablo / Scrufizzer / UKF:
Don Diablo: Facebook | Instagram | Spotify
Scrufizzer: Facebook | Instagram | X | Spotify
UKF: Facebook | Instagram | X | Spotify
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Mau P Announces Full Season Line-Ups For Baddest Behaviour at Pacha Ibiza

Mau P’s Baddest Behaviour is set to become one of the hottest new nights on the island this summer. Running every Wednesday from 6 August to 8 October 2025, it will feature a unique mix of pioneering legends and new school innovators from across the house spectrum.   Dutch DJ and producer Mau P is one of the hottest names in house right now. He is best known for his breakout 2022 single ‘Drugs from Amsterdam’ and has dominated the scene ever since. His always sold out shows have taken him to some of the biggest clubs and festivals stages on the planet, always with a raw energy and direct connection with his dancers.    This summer, he will play a select extended set as well as going back to back with several legends. The season in full will feature CAMELPHAT, Patrick Mason (house set), Discip, Mau P b2b Seth Troxler, Mahony, Hot Since 82, LP Giobbi, HAAi, The Blessed Madonna, Quest, Mau P b2b Nic Fanciulli, Mano Le Tough b2b Henrik Schwarz (live), Deer Jade, Mau P b2b BLOND:ISH, Sally C, WhoMadeWho (hybrid DJ set), Jan Blomqvist, Karretero, Mau P b2b Innellea, Mind Against, Pole Position, Mau P b2b Jimi Jules and Mall Grab.   Ahead of Mau P’s Baddest Behaviour residency is an exclusive Introducing Baddest Behaviour party on 1 June with Mau P and CamelPhat that offers the island a taste of what’s to come later in August.   Mau P’s Baddest Behaviour is the most essential place to be for lovers of edgy, up front house music so secure your ticket now. 
Sunday 1 June 2025 Introducing Baddest Behaviour CAMELPHAT B2B Mau P Kimonos Tini Gessler   WEDNESDAYS
6 August, 2025 Mau P Patrick Mason (House Set) Discip   13 August, 2025 Mau P B2B Seth Troxler Mahony   20 August, 2025 Mau P Hot Since 82 LP Giobbi   27 August, 2025 Mau P (Extended Set) HAAi   3 September, 2025 Mau P The Blessed Madonna Quest   10 September, 2025 Mau P B2B Nic Fanciulli Mano Le Tough B2B Henrik Schwarz (Live) Deer Jade   17 September, 2025  Mau P Mau P B2B BLOND:ISH Sally C   24 September, 2025 Mau P WhoMadeWho (Hybrid DJ Set) Jan Blomqvist Karretero   1 October, 2025 Mau P B2B Innellea Mind Against Innellea Pole Position   8 October, 2025 Mau P B2B Jimi Jules Jimi Jules Mall Grab STAY UPDATED HERE  Instagram | Website | TikTok  TICKETS The post Mau P Announces Full Season Line-Ups For Baddest Behaviour at Pacha Ibiza appeared first on Electric Mode.
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Brighton Music Conference Set To Unite Electronic Music Industry This Week

The award-winning Brighton Music Conference (BMC), the UK’s leading electronic music and networking event, is gearing up for its 12th edition this week.  Taking place from 21st to 23rd May 2025, the award winning BMC will once again bring together Industry-leading professionals and present a jam-packed programme of insightful talks, workshops and networking events. BMC is a hub for the next generation of talent.

New Health, Wellbeing and Lifestyle Programme
The new Health, Wellbeing and Lifestyle programme in collaboration with Skiddle at the Harbour Hotel will provide a treat for the body and mind with yoga and soundbath sessions to help delegates start the day with a calming mindset. Tonic Music will present a session on ‘Breaking The Stigma – Severe and Enduring Mental Illness in the Music Industry’, Skiddle and Music Minds Matter will discuss ways to foster a healthier and more supportive event community in the session ‘Who Is Looking After The Industry’s Mental Health? A Collective Remedy’ and registered dietitian Sally Freeman will bring her ‘Eat Sleep Rave Relax’ concept to BMC, highlighting the best strategies for health and resilience in the music industry.   Protecting your hearing will also be a key topic with ACS presenting a session on ‘The Tinnitus Toolkit’ and the NTIA ‘Listen for Life’ initiative to prevent hearing loss.
Other important topics to be discussed include; ‘The Power Of No: How To Thrive In The Music Industry’, ‘Burnout’ hosted by Sound Mind, ‘Motherhood & Djing’ which will deep dive into the unique challenges and triumphs of balancing motherhood with a thriving career in the DJ and production world, shesaid.so will host the session ‘Beyond The Buzzword – Why Community Is Essential In The Music Industry’ and ‘Neurodiversity & Djing’ will return after the huge success of last year’s event, bringing together some of the brightest minds in the industry to discuss the intersection of neurodiversity and electronic music.
Keynote Artist Interviews
There will also be several keynote interviews across the 2 two-day event featuring the legendary Graham Massey of 808 State, Arthur Baker and Paul Oakenfold, plus an exclusive showing of the Frankie Knuckles Documentary followed by Q&A.
The Tempest Programme
Jam packed with practical knowledge for artists and industry professionals the programme kicks off on Thursday with ‘PR & Marketing’ sharing insights into spending your marketing budget in 2025 followed by ‘How To Earn A Living From Music – Where Does Your Money Come From?’ presented by PRS For Music and Fuga/Downtown will highlight strategies for a successful releases campaign in ‘Behind The Release: Mastering Your Campaign Strategy’.  The ‘Social Media’ session hosted by Data Transmission will discuss what no one is telling you about social media for artists and events in 2025, Label Radar will help artists learn by their mistakes in ‘Don’t Play Yourself: Red Flags, Hacks & Power Moves for Artists in 2025’ and the ‘Artist Development Workshop’ with ellevate will provides artists with a practical a guide to brand development and how to grow a fanbase in 2025.
The Association For Electronic Music will present two sessions to support the next generation of talent in the industry with ‘Where Are The Party Starters?: Support the next generation of promoters’ and ‘Finding The Right: Agent/Manager/Publisher/Publicist / Label’. They will also host their ‘Meet the Experts’ session giving delegates the opportunity to book in one to one sessions with industry professionals.
Other key topics include ‘A&R’ with the Wonk Creator Clinic, Cavendish Music will share tips on how to pitch and sync a track into some of the biggest reality TV shows in ‘Get Synced On TV’ and Beatport will host their annual ‘Industry Hour’ sharing insights from the market, reveal new genres and features as well as share results from a recent study.  ‘Money and Royalties, Demystifying the Numbers’ is another hot topic alongside ‘Artificial Intelligence’ and the sustainability challenges facing the vinyl industry today in the ‘VINYL’ discussion. The programme will end with the new ‘Ask Us Anything’ session, giving the opportunity to obtain definitive answers to questions that you have always wanted to ask.
The Horizon Programme
Popular Brighton nightclub Horizon (previously the renowned Honey Club and formerly Shooosh) is a new venue for the 2025 edition, giving more space to expand the programme and offer even more value for delegates and a line up of top artists and industry professionals. Attack Magazine will explore the growing trend of DJs turning into authors in ‘Long Live The Dj Narrative: When Djs Become Authors’, the ‘Sync’ panel promises a deep dive into the cutting-edge world of sync licensing and music in media and the ‘Vocals’ session brings together an all-star lineup of vocalists and songwriters who have shaped the sound of electronic music.  The ever popular ‘DJ Q&A and ‘Producer Q&A’ sessions return, promising dynamic discussion with the industry’s most influential selectors and esteemed producers. The annual ‘DJ Agents’ panel brings together some of the most influential agents in the industry to share their insights on navigating the fast-moving world of electronic music bookings and ‘Jungle’ will discuss the evolution and enduring impact of Jungle music, featuring an all-star lineup of pioneers and innovators.
In today’s rapidly evolving music landscape, the battle for listeners’ attention is fiercer than ever and ‘Who Rules The Airwaves’ will deep dive into Radio vs Playlists vs Podcasts.  The ‘DIY’ panel brings together industry experts to offer insights and practical advice for independent electronic musicians navigating the world of self-release, promotion, distribution, and label management. Vocalists are high on the agenda with the ‘Vocals’ session exploring the evolving role of vocalists in dance music and ‘Crediting Vocalists’ focusing on the crucial issue of properly crediting vocalists for their work in high-profile collaborations and releases.
Friday’s edition of the ‘DJ Q&A’ will be another insightful conversation filled with personal stories, technical expertise, and an inside look into the lives of DJs who are truly embedded in their communities and the ‘Promoter Q&A’ brings together another powerhouse lineup of industry professionals with decades of experience, offering an exclusive look into the world of event promotion and artist collaboration. Rounding off the days sessions will be a topical discussion on grassroots electronic music venues being vital incubators of innovation, talent, and community within the UK’s cultural landscape presented by the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) in ‘Amplifying the Underground: Supporting Grassroots Electronic Music Venues Across the UK’
A&R Sessions
The ‘A&R Sessions’ at The Tempest is where artists can bring their demos and have some of the most discerning ears in the industry listen to them. Headed up by prolific DJ and music producer Steve Mac, a wide variety of labels covering different genres have been lined up to give more opportunities for immediate feedback on productions and one-to-one meetings with leading A&Rs in the electronic music industry. Last year was a sell-out success, with a high quality of music being submitted and several signings during the event. The sessions will be booked on a first come first served basis. Limited spaces available, book your tickets now here.
Confirmed labels and A&R professionals Include; Armada, Axtone, Beatport, Critical, Data Transmission, Defected,  Eve Records, Fabric Records, Freakin 909, Helix Records, Inflyte, Krafted, Label Radar, LNADJ Records, Maraki, Mesh, Mixmasters, Perfecto, Prime Direct Distribution, R&S Records, Rinse FM, Shogun Audio, Sleazy Deep, Toolroom Records, Trusted Rhythm Records, We Are The Brave and Wh0 Plays.
Networking Events & Clubnights
Networking is a big part of the BMC ethos and there are plenty of opportunities to meet industry colleagues and connect with like-minded people at the many exclusive networking parties at some of Brighton’s best-loved venues.
The Tempest will host the official BMC Welcome Mixer in association with AFEM with dj’s Anna Cee, Dorian Flagrant, Jess Bays, Miss Rae and Trophie and shesaid.so will host their annual ‘Breakfast Club’ Networking event will take place at the Lazy Fin with the opportunity to get yourself a free press shot.   After each day of the conference, there will be a variety of networking events at some of Brighton’s best love venues. On Thursday PRS will host a mixer at the Harbour Hotel with dj’s Flambé, Hilit Kolet, Paris Cesvette,
Ridney, Richard Earnshaw and Sophie Lloyd and local label Jack Said What will take over The Tempest with dj’s 20:20 Kag (R&S Records), Ben Westbeech, Carl Loben, Jon Carter, Nickelle and Zoe Vice.  On Friday at The Tempest the NTIA will host a mixer with dj’s Arthur Baker, Banki, DJ Hatcha (UKG Set), DJ MJ, Graham Massey (808 STATE), Mini Da Minx, Nolan and a Groover DJ competition winner tba.  Grahame Farmer teams up with Beatport & Plugin Boutique to host his popular Blueprint Breakfast at the Lazy Fin, helping DJ’s kick start their careers in this intimate round table session.Buy tickets here
The official BMC25 closing party will be held at Oculist on Friday 23rd May in collaboration with Decadance UK radio with dj’s Charmain Love, Chris X, Elliko, SJMuel, Brett Maxey, SUPERClaud, McCauley and will be broadcast live.
If that wasn’t enough, BMC has teamed up with some of Brighton’s best-loved seafront venues for electronic music with a variety of events taking place on Friday and Saturday. On Friday Horizon will present Paul Oakenfold, Black Octopus and Sarah Monument, Volks will host Ray Keith ft Degs, DJ Rap and Degs (Dj Set) and Adam, Angelo Ferreri, Craig Nook, La Rose, Lui Florez, Maslow Unkowen, Mov, MYSD, Paul Hilditch, Pique, Tom Yates will take the the decks with 4 to the floor/play presents at Tide. On Saturday, Graham Gold, Jody Cottier, Jonny Nelson, Matt Pook and Sterling will play at the Waterbear Venue, Jack Jeffery, Larnie, Nina Carina, PLVSTYK and Robin will play at Patterns and Mixmasters will take over The Tempest on Saturday.
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Weval Announce New Album ‘Chorophobia’ Out 5th September On Ninja Tune Imprint Technicolour

Today, critically-acclaimed Dutch electronic duo Weval (AKA Harm Coolen and Merijn Scholte Albers) announce their long-awaited new album ‘CHOROPHOBIA’, due for release on the 5th September 2025 on Ninja Tune imprint Technicolour. Alongside the announcement the duo share up-beat new single “JUST FRIENDS”, which follows on from UK-bass-infused “DOPAMINE” released last month – both tracks signalling an exciting new direction for the duo. Weval are also heading on a massive run of UK and EU shows this summer supporting Rüfüs du Sol, before a headline tour in Autumn. Please find full dates below. 
 
When it came to making their fourth album, ‘CHOROPHOBIA’, Weval faced their fears. Despite being grouped into the dance scene since their 2013-released debut EP ‘Half Age’ and going on to play festival stages including Nuits Sonores, Lowlands, Primavera, Best Kept Secret, Pukkelpop and DGTL Amsterdam with their five-piece band, Harm Coolen and Merijn Scholte Albers have actively pushed away from being known as a floor-filling act. But, more recently, when the pair stumbled across the phrase chorophobia – which means a fear of dancing – they decided to lean into the irony and get out of their comfort zones. “Until that point, we had always worked on records with a ‘listening’ mindset,” Harm reflects of Weval’s second and third albums (2019’s ‘The Weight’ and 2023’s ‘Remember’) – “we realised that we’ve been scared of making dance music for all of our journey as producers”. 

Jumping in at the deep end has resulted in Weval’s most extroverted collection to date. While they teased this new direction with 2024’s groovier ‘Night Versions’ EP for Technicolour, letting go of their inhibitions has required patient artistic evolution. “we wanted to commit in a way that still felt liberating and true to us”, Harm says, adding that calling it a dance record not only felt like a u-turn but freed them from the boundaries and cliches of certain categories.
 
This unrestricted, genre-crossing ethos made room for guilty pleasures, higher BPMs, big drops and an increased number of hi-hats. The titular intro sets the scene and is ominous enough to soundtrack a 70s horror movie, before acid synths take it in a wiggier direction, flowing seamlessly into the spiralling build up of ‘MOVEMENT’. Comparatively, ‘JUST FRIENDS’ would suit a Tame Impala record perfectly, and the funk-infused ‘BETTER’ sits in a similar sphere to records from the Motown era. Featuring vocals from club favourite KILIMANJARO’s brother who spontaneously joined a studio visit, ‘HEAD FIRST’ – ups the ante, as does ‘DOPAMINE’, while the subtler ‘MERCATOR’ forms a bridge between Weval’s previous releases and this record.
 
An album designed to be experienced with others – ‘CHOROPHOBIA’ is sure to satisfy both longtime fans and lead them to discover a new audience. Not only is it a hedonistic expansion to the sonic world that Weval spent almost a decade building, their stylistically-brave fourth record is proof that doing what scares you the most often ends up being the most thrilling choice to make.
‘CHOROPHOBIA’ is out 5th September. “JUST FRIENDS” is out now
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Allen & Heath unveils new generation of Qu mixers featuring Dante support: “Every aspect of the mixer has been re-thought”

British audio brand Allen & Heath has unveiled six new Qu mixers that bring 96 kHz FPGA and DEEP Processing capabilities, Dante options, and a host of workflow and hardware enhancements to the digital mixing platform.
“Every aspect of the mixer has been re-thought, the XCVI core, enhanced I/O capability, all the way to the screen and faders,” says Senior Product Manager Keith Johnson. “We’ve completely reimagined the UI, keeping the simple layout and workflow that Qu is known and loved for.”
READ MORE: The best rotary mixers to buy in 2025: 15 best mixers for DJs Across the board, the mixers deliver 38 inputs (32 mono/linkable, 3 stereo), 12 mixes, 4 matrix, 6 FX engines with dedicated stereo returns, plus SLink port for connection to the Everything I/O ecosystem of remote expanders.
Each model is also packed with versatile recording and playback options, with an integrated 32×32 USB-C audio interface, 32-channel multitrack support via SD card, and simple stereo recording and playback through the USB-A port, whatever your application.
Users can choose between three frame sizes, each available with or without integrated Dante connectivity: the compact Qu-5 and Qu-5D offer 17 faders, 16 XLR inputs and 12 XLR outputs; the Qu-6 and Qu-6D expand that to 25 faders, 24 XLR inputs and 16 XLR outputs; and the Qu-7 and Qu-7D provide 33 faders, 32 XLR inputs and 20 XLR outputs. The three Dante variants include an integrated 16×16 48/96kHz Dante interface.
And while the new mixers retain the much-loved look and form factor of the original Qu series, numerous hardware improvements have been made to enhance sonic performance and mixing experience.
Updated mic preamps and high-performance 96kHz converters ensure pristine signal integrity from input to output. Every channel now includes a display and a chromatic meter for quick visual feedback, while the new touchscreen boasts improved clarity and responsiveness.
The new Qu also continues to deliver on the brand’s “walk up and mix” ethos with four customisable fader layers, more assignable SoftKeys, and flexible routing options in addition to the classic 1:1 Qu routing. Users can also look forward to a revamped user interface that promises greater speed and ease of use, with key mixing functions always under your fingertips, be it via the dedicated hands-on controls, or the touchscreen.
In addition, Qu now features the Feedback and Gain Assistants from the CQ series to take the stress out of setup and speed up soundchecks. And as mentioned, all new Qu mixers are DEEP Processing ready, with the upcoming V1.1 firmware offering a suite of optional add-ons from the flagship dLive series, including acclaimed emulations of legendary studio compressors and preamps.

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Movement Festival 2025: Set Times, Stages, Afterparties and Everything Else You Need to Know

In just a few short days, techno fans from all over the world will make their way to the birthplace of the genre for three days of music and art at Detroit's iconic Movement Festival.
With performers from all over the world, the next chapter in this historic event promises to deliver a diverse mix of sound you can't find anywhere else.
Here's everything you need to know before heading to Movement Festival 2025 this Memorial Day Weekend.
Movement Festival Set Times and Stages
Movement Festival
Headliners Jeff Mills, Charlotte de Witte and John Summit will close out the Movement Stage each night. You can also see performances from Nina Kraviz, Jamie xx and Claude VonStroke on this stage, which serves as the festival's main stage.
The Waterfront Stage will showcase sounds outside traditional techno, sitting alongside the river. Here, attendees can catch performances from Chase & Status, Hamdi, Sara Landry, The Blessed Madonna, TSHA, Avalon Emmerson, FERG and more. This is in contrast to the Underground Stage, which lies beneath the festival grounds and features intense sounds from heavy-hitting artists like Boys Noize, D.Dan, DJ Nobu, HorsegiirL and Helena Hauff.
The Stargate Stage features the first showcase of the weekend, a Detroit Love takeover powered by closer Carl Craig. He will join Stacey Pullen, salute, Sammy Virji, Mau P and more on this stage overlooking the Detroit skyline.
Movement's Detroit Stage gives back to its namesake with a lineup exclusive to Detroit locals. The Underground Music Academy will take over the stage on Sunday and host performances from Blackmoonchild, Ember LaFíamma, Shawescape Renegade, DJ SPHiNX, JMT and more.
The Pyramid Stage is the only to feature two showcases this year. On Sunday, Kevin Saunderson will host a KMS Records showcase. This day will feature the sounds of Walker & Royce, Hiroko Yamamura, Layton Giordani and more. On the final day of Movement 2025, DJ Minx will host a House Your Life showcase with help from Ricardo Villalobos, Sarena Tyler, Soul Clap, Seth Troxler and more.
Movement Festival Map
Below you can find the official map of the Movement 2025 festival grounds. Notated on the map are the locations of all six stages, restrooms, entrances and exits as well as food and drink vendors.
Movement Festival 2025 Map
Movement Festival 2025 Afterparties
Movement is known for an extensive number of pre- and afterparties all across Detroit. There are more than a dozen official parties set to take place this Memorial Day Weekend.
Green Velvet will host a La La Land showcase in the same building as Nina Kraviz's extended afterparty set. Defected Records, KMS Records and Repopulate Mars are also slated to host takeovers. Headliner John Summit will also headline a special Experts Only party.
In addition to the late-night music, those who want to burn some extra calories can participate in the Detroit Techno 5K on Sunday afternoon. The race is for all skill levels and participants can choose to run or walk. All finishers will receive a t-shirt and medal as well as a ticket to a post-race performance from Will Clarke.
You can purchase tickets to Movement's official afterparties here.
Movement Festival Location, Parking and Transit
Movement will return to Hart Plaza in downtown Detroit. The official address of the venue is:
1 Hart Plaza
Detroit, MI 48226 
There is paid parking available at the Huntington Place convention center on a first-come-first-served basis. You can also download the ParkDetroit app to find on-street and off-street parking near the festival.
Attendees will be able to take advantage of buses and trains, including free options like Detroit People Mover or QLINE Detroit. Bus options include DDOT City Buses, SMART FAST Bus and D2A2.
In addition to these options, Uber and Lyft will be running all night long as well as electric scooter and bike rentals. Additional transit information and guides can be found here.
Movement Festival Hours
Attendees are welcome to dance their troubles away at Hart Plaza from these times:
Saturday, May 24: 2 PM-12 AM
Sunday, May 25: 2 PM-12 AM
Monday, May 26: 2 PM-11 PM
Movement Festival Weather
This year's Movement Festival is forecasted to be on the chillier side compared to previous outings. At the time of this writing, AccuWeather predicts highs in the sixties and lows down to 48° with some rain.
Forecasts can change dramatically in just a few hours, so attendees should pack clothing for both warm and cold weather.
Movement Festival Lockers
Locker rentals are available onsite at Movement 2025. There will be two locations for the rentals: one in the general festival grounds and one in the VIP-only area.
The dimensions are 11” wide, 13 ½” high, and 18” deep. Attendees can choose to rent a locker for a single day or the entire weekend. If the entire weekend rental is purchased, renters are allowed to leave their belongings in the locker overnight on Saturday and Sunday.
Each renter will also be able to get a mobile charging device all weekend long that can be exchanged for free when the battery has depleted. This service requires a $10 deposit, but renters will be refunded when the mobile battery is returned.
Movement Festival 2025 Tickets
General admission and a limited number of VIP tickets are still available here.
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Salt-N-Pepa Sue Universal Music for Termination Rights to Their Catalog, Including Hits Like ‘Push It’ and ‘Shoop’

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Salt-N-Pepa is suing Universal Music Group for the rights to their catalog, claiming the label is holding their music hostage.
Cheryl James and Sandra Denton of the legendary hip-hop group Salt-N-Pepa are suing Universal Music Group (UMG) for the rights to their catalog, which includes hits like “Push It,” “Shoop,” and “Whatta Man” featuring En Vogue. The duo claim the label is holding their music “hostage” and will not acquiesce to their request to invoke termination rights, by which songwriters can end their publishing agreements and regain their copyrights.
In a 166-page lawsuit filed Monday in New York, Denton and James state they “will not tolerate disrespect” from the label. The pair assert that they “not only transformed the genre but created, recorded, and performed some of the most famous hits of the twentieth century.” As the “First Females of Rap,” they were instrumental in “paving the way for subsequent generations of powerful and commercially successful female rap and hip-hop artists.”
According to the lawsuit, Salt-N-Pepa’s catalog has generated an estimated $1 million in the past five months in synchronization licenses alone, despite “little to no marketing efforts” on the part of UMG. The label has held a copyright grant since 1986, which has “given UMG the right to exploit Plaintiffs’ master recordings and retain a portion of all monies earned by Plaintiffs from the commercial exploitation of their work.”
Denton and James attempted to exercise their rights to termination of their contract with UMG under Section 203 of the Copyright Act of 1976, which allows songwriters to terminate copyright grants after 35 years.
But UMG has “refused to honor Plaintiffs’ Notices of Termination.” Instead, “UMG has indicated that it will hold Plaintiffs’ rights hostage even if it means tanking the value of Plaintiffs’ music catalog and depriving their fans of access to their work.” The lawsuit cites instances in which UMG removed Salt-N-Pepa songs from streaming platforms and made their music “unavailable for commercial exploitation in the US.”
Denton and James are seeking a jury trial. The duo is seeking both actual damages for money lost and punitive damages to be determined at trial. According to the filing, the actual damages alone could “well exceed $1 million.” They are also asking the court for a permanent injunction confirming their rights to their catalog.
UMG’s attorneys, in letters included as exhibits in the lawsuit, that they have pushed for mediation in order to reach a “mutually acceptable resolution.” However, lawyers for UMG also claim that Denton and James were not personally parties in the 1986 agreement that covered their initial albums. Further, there is “no evidence” that they ever granted the label copyright that could now be reclaimed.
According to UMG, the recordings were “works made for hire,” which would make them ineligible for the rights to be reclaimed. But Salt-N-Pepa’s lawsuit asserts that the pair’s agreements with the label very clearly state that they were not.
The lawsuit comes ahead of Salt-N-Pepa’s induction into the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame on November 8. The group was the first female rap ensemble to win a Grammy in 1995, and in 2021, they received a lifetime achievement Grammy award.
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Appeals Court Puts Lil Nas X Photo Infringement Case to Bed

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In a significant ruling for the music industry and artists’ social media practices, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has definitively dismissed a copyright infringement case levied against Lil Nas X over Instagram photos.
The lawsuit was brought forth by photographer Rodney Woodland, who alleged that Lil Nas X had posed similarly to several of his copyrighted images on Instagram. The case initially survived a motion to dismiss in district court, raising concerns across the industry about the legal risks associated with sharing images on social media accounts.
Woodland’s photos were posted between August 2018 and July 2021 and received between eight and seventy-five likes. Meanwhile, Lil Nas X’s photos were posted between March and October 2021 and received hundreds of thousands of likes on the platform.
The United States District Court for the Central District of California dismissed Woodland’s claims, including copyright infringement, declaratory relief, accounting, and unjust enrichment. The court found that Woodland failed to prove that Lil Nas X had previously viewed his photos on Instagram and that the photos Lil Nas X posted were not substantially similar to Woodland’s photos.
The appeals court reviewed the case and affirmed the district court’s dismissal, putting the issue to bed. Judges agreed that Woodland did not plausibly allege that Lil Nas X had viewed Woodland’s content and the mere fact that they shared a platform (Instagram) was not enough evidence.
Additionally, the court found that Woodland failed to show that Lil Nas X appropriated the poses and composition of the photos from Woodland. The Copyright Act only protects the selection and arrangement of individual elements in photos—with the court finding that the photos in question were not similar enough to be considered copyright violations. Many of the poses featured in both photographs are common photo poses used by hundreds of photographers who pose subjects for their work.
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Entire Kanye West Album Leaked in Discord, Leakers Say Proceeds Will Benefit U.S. Holocaust Museum

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An entire Kanye West album leaked onto the internet yesterday, prompting the rapper to respond. The announced album was once called WW3, but the rapper took to Twitter to say he renamed it to CUCK. Leakers say the benefit from the sale of the files went to the U.S. Holocaust Museum—with proof provided.
The leak originated on Discord, a meassaging and community platform popular with gamers and music fans of specific artists. A folder containing the full CUCK album and other unreleased Kanye West songs began circulating in private Discord groups. From there, the files quickly spread to YouTube and other social media platforms—though YouTube was quick to remove them.
The leak was part of a ‘group buy’ model, in which fans and critics pooled money (in this case $999) to obtain and release the files themselves. Those responsible for the leak said the funds were donated to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum.

The leak’s metadata and public statements included explicit criticism of Kanye West, referencing his recent controversies and antisemitic remarks. The files themselves contained derogatory messages about the rapper, and the album art was altered to include a picture of the young rapper wearing a ‘no nazis’ shirt. The original album art featured Ku Klux Klan members on its cover art.
“Fuck Nazis. 50-year-old loser promoting fascism and hate speech. All proceeds from this group buy were donated to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum,” the leakers wrote alongside the full track list. The album contains songs like “WW3,” “Cosby,” “Diddy Free,” “Dirty Magazines,” “Jesus,” “Bianca,” “Cousins,” “Uncle,” “Free My Kids,” “Heil Hitler,” “Gas Chambers,” “Hitler Ye Jesus,” “Jared,” and “Nitrous.”
The tracks including “Diddy Free,” “Free My Kids,” and “Dirty Magazines” were never before released ahead of this leak. The song “Heil Hitler” was released by Kanye himself as a single, but several digital streaming providers (DSPs) removed the song due to its controversial nature and TOS violations promoting hate speech.
“Shout out to the leakers but also Kanye music in 2025 ain’t worth being leaked,” wrote one user on X/Twitter. Kanye himself responded to the leak on X/Twitter, writing: “Somebody got a drive and threw it on YouTube and said this is CUCK. What I love about getting blocked on DSPs and having songs leaked and shows cancelled is it proves everything I’m saying and why I’m saying.”
“Glorifying fascism is not ‘art,’” the original leaker wrote on Discord. “‘Speech of Love’ is just an excuse to say outrageous nonsense for attention. Kanye West is a 50-year-old spineless, brainless, drug addict, porn-addicted Nazi bitch,” the message continues.
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Ed Sheeran Legal Team Petitions Against Supreme Court Review in ‘Thinking Out Loud’ Case Appeal

A live performance from Ed Sheeran, whose legal team is urging the Supreme Court to reject a cert petition in a marathon ‘Thinking Out Loud’ copyright dispute. Photo Credit: Mark Kent
Ed Sheeran is firing back against a Supreme Court cert petition in one of multiple “Thinking Out Loud” copyright suits. As the artist and his team see things, reversing the courts’ prior decisions could set the stage for a tidal wave of speculative infringement actions.
Defendants including Sheeran just recently made their position clear in a 31-page brief opposing an appeal from Structured Asset Sales (SAS). The latter has an interest in the Marvin Gaye hit “Let’s Get It On” and, alleging unauthorized overlap with the aforementioned Sheeran track, fired off a related infringement suit the better part of a decade ago.
Technically, this marathon legal battle is distinct from the similar complaint spearheaded by the estate of “Let’s Get It On” writer Ed Townsend. An appellate court closed out 2024 by denying a rehearing request in the SAS action – evidently laying the groundwork for the filing party to take the matter to the Supreme Court.
As we previously explored in greater detail, the confrontation centers specifically on protectable elements of deposited works under the Copyright Act of 1909.
Ultimately amended by the 1976 Act, the more than century-old copyright law required “two complete copies of the best edition” of a published work (meaning sheet music here) to be deposited with the Office to receive protection.
The 1976 update officially brought recordings into the fold (effective in 1978, that is) for compositional deposit copies, but “Let’s Get It On” was registered in 1973. And while it probably doesn’t need saying given the nearly eight years of litigation at hand, the point proved important.
Though the complaint alleged infringement of certain elements (like the bass line) contained in the “Let’s Get It On” recording, the courts in many more words found that the claims must be confined to the actual handwritten deposit copies.
“The Copyright Office has claimed that the 1909 Act registration deposit strictly delimits the scope of copyright in a work,” SAS vented in its initial cert petition. “In fact, nothing in that Act states that the deposit defines scope—no court ever limited a copyright based on a deposit for over 100 years until Led Zeppelin.”
Letting the brief from Sheeran and his counsel take the wheel, then, the purportedly “plain wrong” Structured Asset Sales is allegedly overlooking more than a century of well-established precedent.
“For over a century,” Team Sheeran wrote, “as evidenced by consistent case law and even by copyright treatises, there has been nothing ‘unsettled’ about the scope of copyright protection for musical works being limited to what is literally expressed in the ‘complete copies’” deposited with the Copyright Office under the 1909 Act.
“The self-serving free-for-all Petitioner posits would foment vast uncertainty and encourage rampant speculation, decades after the fact (and, in many cases, such as this one, long after the death of the composer in question), regarding the composer’s supposed intentions,” Sheeran and others continued.
“It would expand copyright infringement litigation to encompass elements appearing nowhere in deposited sheet music under the 1909 Act, nor in deposited recordings under the 1976 Act, so long as an expert is willing to suggest that such elements can be implied,” the respondents drove home.
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87-Year-Old Connie Francis Reacts to Her 1962 Song ‘Pretty Little Baby’ Going Viral On TikTok

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Connie Francis reacts to her 1962 song “Pretty Little Baby” becoming a viral hit on TikTok, 63 years after she recorded it.
Connie Francis, 87, was surprised to learn her 1962 song “Pretty Little Baby” is having a massive resurgence, going viral on TikTok—even if she had to ask what exactly that meant.
Sixty-three years after she recorded the track, it’s become a huge hit on TikTok, where even celebrities like Kylie Jenner have recorded lip-sync videos. Overall, “Pretty Little Baby” has been used in nearly 15 million TikToks this year, and has been streamed over 20 million times on Spotify.
“My thanks to TikTok and its members for the wonderful, and oh so unexpected, reception given to my 1961 recording ‘Pretty Little Baby,’” said Francis in a statement posted to her Facebook page. “The first I learned of it was when Ron [Roberts] called to advise me that I had a ‘viral hit.’ Clearly out of touch with present day music statistic terminology, my initial response was to ask: ‘What’s that?’ Thank you everyone!”
Francis was only 23 when the song came out as a B-side to her single, “I’m Gonna Be Warm This Winter.” The track was featured on her 1962 album, Connie Francis Sings Second Hand Love & Other Hits, but the record failed to make the Top 100 on the Billboard Top LPs chart. Nonetheless, Francis enjoyed a highly successful career in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Her hit “Everybody’s Somebody’s Fool” made her the first woman to top the Billboard Hot 100.

Now, with such renewed interest in the track, “Pretty Little Baby” has been streamed more than 20 million times on Spotify, and it currently sits at No. 67 on the streaming platform’s Global Top 100. The song has also topped TikTok’s Viral 50 and Shazam’s new Viral Charts, and hit No. 2 on Spotify’s Global Daily Viral Songs chart. Over 600,000 daily TikTok creations use the track, and a new version of the song is in the works in six different languages.
Connie Francis also features as a character in the new Broadway musical, Just In Time, based on the life of Bobby Darin. Francis had a brief relationship with Darin before he went on to marry Sandra Dee. Francis is played by Gracie Lawrence, while Darin is played by Jonathan Groff.
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Watch Full 2025 EDC Las Vegas Festival Sets by Alesso, Tiësto, ISOKNOCK and More

In a world inching toward dystopia, EDC returned to Las Vegas over the weekend and once again offered a welcome escape under the electric sky.
Those who have attended North America's largest EDM event in the past know it's much more than just a festival. It's more of a temporary civilization with its own language, laws and gravitational pull. And in 2025, this rave utopia on the Las Vegas Motor Speedway was as inviting and colorful as ever.
From trance to techno to trap and every genre in-between, the weekend reminded us that dance is still the universal language, even when you've been awake for 72 hours straight and think the totem next to you is giving good life advice. But as we all know, EDC's neon-drenched playground of bass drops and questionable fashion choices is all worth it.
Continue on to watch EDC Las Vegas 2025 live sets by Alesso, Armin van Buuren, Tiësto, ISOKNOCK and more. This article will be updated as more performances are uploaded.
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Alex Cecil Taps into Groove-Forward Energy in New Single ‘Deja Grooves’

Producer and DJ Alex Cecil delivers his latest Indie Dance single, ‘Deja Grooves’ via Nein Records; with bold beats and pounding energy, the track highlights his trademark sound, shaping a journey that is both refreshing and immersive.  
As he makes waves for an approach grounded in versatility and forward-thinking sound, Alex Cecil remains determined to carve out a place for himself on the Electronic Music scene; leaning on his passion and rich musical background, he is shaping an identity that bridges his roots with his forward-looking vision. From his growing discography to his live performances, he shows a continued commitment to evolution and creative growth – continually striving for more in his artistry as he draws from new ideas and influences, like Techno, Dance, and Nu-Disco. Having shared lineups with the likes of Bob Moses, DJ Tennis, and Maceo Plex, well-known talents within the Electronic Music space, his journey reflects his rising presence, seeing him navigate through the genre with intent, purpose, and focus.  
‘Deja Grooves’ offers a driving energy; with a steady beat, pulsating rhythms, and groovy motifs, the track integrates reworked vocal samples from Tears for Fears’ ‘Mad World,’ balancing filtered hooks with a bouncy low-end and pulsing synth work. As it moves forward, maintaining a tight groove and engaging flow, the soundscape continues to unfold, with fresh details joining, like atmospheric pads, risers, arpeggiators and dynamic melodies. The funky motifs, from the bassline to plucked guitar progressions, take up a prominent space in the mix, carrying the arrangement whilst holding the rhythm steady and instilling the track with a clear sense of direction.  
As the sonic journey navigates each evolving layer, ‘Deja Grooves’ remains grounded in groove, offering a smooth yet engaging experience that is sure to resonate across the dancefloor and beyond.  
Staying true to his signature sound, Alex Cecil puts forward ‘Deja Grooves’ as a reflection of his evolving artistic vision and distinct approach. Remaining motivated to raise his bar and bring originality through his work, the Producer and DJ continues to expand his catalogue, with this newest release marking the latest addition and indicator of his creative direction moving forward.  
Be sure to stream ‘Deja Grooves’ today, out now via Nein Records and available to listen across platforms, and stay connected to Alex Cecil and his journey by following him across social media, keeping up-to-date with his latest news, updates, and releases. 

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UMG’s Global Talent Services (GTS) Acquires Latin Music Management Company RLM

Global Talent Services head Narcís Rebollo and Rosa Lagarrigue, who’s now GTS’ global EVP. Photo Credit: Universal Music
Universal Music’s little-discussed Global Talent Services (GTS) Latin artist services agency has officially acquired Rosa Lagarrigue Management (RLM).
Global Talent formally disclosed the buyout today, seven months and change after setting sail “independent of UMG’s local music labels.” As part of the latter pivot, GTS became “a standalone company” and tapped longtime Universal Music Spain exec Narcís Rebollo to serve as president and CEO.
Evidently, the GTS expansion isn’t stopping there. Founded decades back by the namesake Rosa Lagarrigue, RLM is now expected to operate under the UMG/GTS banner, the involved parties indicated.
That refers specifically to the just-sold entity’s being “integrated” into GTS, per the announcement. Long term, it’s unclear exactly what this means on the personnel front; among other things, RLM also owns a label called Sin Anestesia.
More immediately, RLM has between 11 and 50 employees, its LinkedIn page shows, and the team members are poised to come aboard GTS. So is the mentioned Rosa Lagarrigue, whose company is active in Spain as well as Colombia and counts as clients Mia Lardner, Miguel Bosé, and more.
Per the relevant businesses, Lagarrigue is signing on as GTS’ global EVP. “I have always believed that every artist needs unique and personalized support; one that combines listening, intuition, strategy, and honest work,” she added in a statement.
“I’m excited to share this project with Narcís, undoubtedly one of the most brilliant executives in the industry, and with his team. What we started at RLM not only continues, but it is amplified and strengthened alongside them,” concluded Lagarrigue.
Meanwhile, Rebollo in remarks of his own touted the deal as a step towards affording signed “artists the best service and strategic support to achieve their goals across all markets.”
In the bigger picture, today’s purchase has arrived against the backdrop of strong Latin revenue growth. When it comes to the States, the RIAA placed the streaming-powered space’s 2024 recorded revenue at a record $1.4 billion or so.
And on-demand listening is still fueling double-digit increases in markets including but certainly not limited to Brazil and Mexico.
Unsurprisingly, then, Universal Music isn’t alone in looking to secure a bigger piece of the Latin music pie. Hybe Latin America last month unveiled a Mexico-focused music-competition program entitled Pase a La Fama, to name one example. The reality series is scheduled to premiere on Telemundo in early June.
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Gordo and Blessd Take Over Medellín With New Track “Globo”

Globo—the latest collaboration between Gordo and Colombian star Blessd—has officially arrived, setting a new benchmark for the fusion of house music and Latin street energy. This isn’t just another feature or remix. It’s a cultural meeting point that feels natural, fresh, and undeniably real.
Filmed entirely in Blessd’s hometown, the Globo music video leaves behind the world of luxury stages and spotlighted DJ booths. Instead, it invites fans into the everyday rhythm of Medellín—a city known for its pulse, its people, and its pride. Gordo steps directly into that world, not as a tourist, but as a guest who fully embraces its spirit. Walking side by side with Blessd, the pair navigate the city’s neighborhoods, surrounded by familiar faces and street sounds. The camera captures every unfiltered moment, offering viewers a raw, street-level view that feels more like a living memory than a scripted production.
Globo: The Gordo and Blessd Crossover That Feels Personal
Globo stands as a statement piece in Gordo’s growing catalog of Latin-influenced house music. Known for blending cultures in his productions, Gordo once again proves he is not chasing trends—he is building bridges. The track combines deep, rolling house grooves with Blessd’s unmistakable urban vocal delivery, creating something both club-ready and culturally grounded.
This release builds on Gordo’s history of working with major Latin artists like Maluma and Feid, both of whom helped solidify his reputation as a producer capable of crossing genres with respect and authenticity. Globo pushes that boundary even further, reinforcing Gordo’s role in bringing Latin sounds to the global dance scene without watering them down for commercial appeal.
A New Chapter of Creative Freedom
For Gordo, Globo isn’t just another single to add to his setlist. It represents a deeper connection to the music scenes that have shaped him. By choosing Medellín as the backdrop, Gordo highlights the real environments that give music its meaning. There are no luxury cars or flashy cameos here—just neighborhood streets, community pride, and the heartbeat of a city that has given the world some of its most exciting sounds.
Blessd, one of Colombia’s fastest-rising stars, brings his signature energy to the project. His lyrics and delivery ground the track in Latin urban culture, while Gordo’s production stretches it toward global dance floors. Together, they create a record that feels as much at home in Medellín’s neighborhoods as it does at sunset sets in Ibiza.
Positioned To Go Global
The timing of Globo couldn’t be better. Gordo is currently moving through a massive international tour, bringing his Diamante era to stages around the world. This summer, fans can catch him at Sueños Festival in Chicago, TRIIP Festival in Malta, and Dubai, with more stops scheduled in US and Paris. Each performance promises to showcase not just his signature sound, but also his commitment to pushing Latin music deeper into the house music landscape.
With Globo, Gordo and Blessd deliver more than a song—they deliver a cultural connection. And as Gordo continues to redefine the sound of global house music, it’s clear that this is only the beginning.
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Darth Vader AI Voice in Fortnite Draws SAG-AFTRA Ire—Files Unfair Labor Practice Complaint

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SAG-AFTRA has filed an unfair labor practice charge against Epic Games, alleging that use of AI to voice Darth Vader infringes on the union’s rights.
SAG-AFTRA has released a statement about Fortnite’s use of an AI-powered James Earl Jones Darth Vader voice, claiming the game’s production company, Epic Games’ Llama Productions, infringed on the union’s right to negotiate major changes to its collective bargaining agreement. The union also filed an unfair labor practices charge against the company.
According to the union’s statement, Llama Productions—a signatory to its collective bargaining agreement—made “unilateral” changes to terms and conditions of employment when Fortnite began using an AI-powered Darth Vader voice without notifying the union or giving it a chance to negotiate. SAG-AFTRA argues using this generative AI voice displaces “bargaining unit work,” suggesting actors could have been employed to play the Star Wars character in the game since James Earl Jones’ passing last year.
“We celebrate the right of our members and their estates to control the use of their digital replicas and welcome the use of new technologies to allow new generations to share in the enjoyment of those legacies and renowned roles,” wrote the union. “However, we must protect our right to bargain terms and conditions around uses of voices that replace the work of our members, including those who previously did the work of matching Darth Vader’s iconic rhythm and tone in video games.”
“Fortnite’s signatory company, Llama Productions, chose to replace the work of human performers with AI technology. Unfortunately, they did so without providing any notice of their intent to do this and without bargaining with us over appropriate terms,” SAG-AFTRA’s statement continues. “As such, we have filed an unfair labor practice charge with the NLRB [National Labor Relations Board] against Llama Productions.”
Epic Games announced last week that Fortnite players would be able to “recruit and chat” with the Darth Vader character, and that the use of Jones’ iconic voice in the AI model was done “in close consultation” with the late actor’s estate.
But not only does the use of AI run afoul of the union, it’s causing some issues for players too. As the voice of the character is provided not just by AI, but by a generative AI chatbot, players have reported getting it to say all kinds of silly—and sometimes inappropriate—comments.
If you’re under the age of 13, you’re not supposed to talk to Darth Vader without your parents’ permission. If the Darth Vader AI says anything offensive, players are supposed to report it to Epic Games. Reportedly, the AI’s use of swear words has already been patched out. “We pushed a hot fix within 30 minutes of this happening in-game, so this shouldn’t happen again,” said the company.
Notably, SAG-AFTRA members are not forbidden from working on Fortnite during the union’s ongoing Interactive Media Agreement strike. That strike is based on enforcing protections against AI for voice actors in video games. The union’s contract allows performers to work during a strike on titles that were in production prior to a certain date, of which Fortnite qualifies.
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Billie Eilish Extends Sold-Out Hit Me Hard And Soft Tour with New Japan Dates and Second North American Leg

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Billie Eilish announces 23 additional dates for her Hit Me Hard And Soft Tour in Japan and North America this year.
Since launching last September, Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard And Soft arena tour has brought sold-out shows across North America and Australia. The tour is currently traveling across Europe, the UK, and Ireland, and has featured multiple-night stops in several cities. Now, Billie has announced 23 additional dates in Japan and North America.
The newly added shows include two nights at Tokyo’s Saitama Super Arena on August 16 and 17, followed by a second US leg this fall with stops in Miami, Orlando, Raleigh, New Orleans, Austin, and more. Now with 106 dates in total, the tour will conclude on November 23 at Chase Center in San Francisco, more than a year after it first kicked off in the fall of 2024.
The current tour leg continues Thursday, May 29 with two shows in Cologne, followed by stops in Prague, Vienna, Paris, Barcelona, and more. This July, she’ll also headline an impressive six sold-out nights at The O2 in London.
US tickets for Billie Eilish’s 2025 dates will be available starting with an American Express Presale beginning Tuesday, May 20 at 12 PM local time, while supplies last. Tickets for Japan dates will be available starting with an American Express Presale beginning Thursday, May 22 at 12 PM local time, also while supplies last.
Notably, Billie Eilish is using Ticketmaster’s Face Value Exchange to give fans—not scalpers—the best chance to buy tickets at face value. To make this work, tickets will be non-transferable and the tour may cancel tickets posted elsewhere for more than face value. In New York, where resale can’t legally be restricted, tickets will be transferable, and fans can still buy and sell their tickets at the original price paid on Ticketmaster.
Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour 2025 Japan Dates
16 | Saitama Super Arena – Tokyo, Japan 17 | Saitama Super Arena – Tokyo, Japan Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour 2025 US Dates
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09 | Kaseya Center – Miami, FL 11 | Kaseya Center – Miami, FL 12 | Kaseya Center – Miami, FL 14 | Kia Center – Orlando, FL 16 | Lenovo Center – Raleigh, NC 17 | Lenovo Center – Raleigh, NC 19 | Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC 20 | Spectrum Center – Charlotte, NC 23 | Wells Fargo Center – Philadelphia, PA 25 | UBS Arena – Long Island, NY 26 | UBS Arena – Long Island, NY November
07 | Smoothie King Center – New Orleans, LA 08 | Smoothie King Center – New Orleans, LA 10 | BOK Center – Tulsa, OK 11 | BOK Center – Tulsa, OK 13 | Moody Center ATX – Austin, TX 14 | Moody Center ATX – Austin, TX 18 | PHX Arena – Phoenix, AZ 19 | PHX Arena – Phoenix, AZ 22 | Chase Center – San Francisco, CA 23 | Chase Center – San Francisco, CA View the full article
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EDM.com Fresh Picks: pluko, 33 Below, Shallou & More

The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds inspired by the scene of yesteryear. EDM.com's weekly Fresh Picks series discovers new music and unearths influential tracks that help define the underground dance scene.
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
33 Below - Mash Up
pluko, Jukaa - TALK2ME
barking continues - splitter
Shallou, Alex Bone - Think About
Pretty Girl - Innadream
Machinedrum, aja monet- ORACLE
Anatole Muster, ether2006 - girl in my dreams
A.G. Cook - Lucifer
Morgan Saint - Blazing
Flawed Mangoes, Handsome - I Am No Fun
Bronze Sun - Losing My Mind
Brainheart - A Chance to Bloom
Mikayli - 3 Piece
Lorin, Akehorn - I Belong
aama - d-pressed rabbit
Ixian - Blue Dream
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Morgan Wallen, Once Banned on Spotify Playlists, Sets Spotify Record with ‘I’m the Problem’

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Morgan Wallen’s latest album I’m the Problem has set new records on Spotify—just two years after the country singer was shadow banned from editorial playlists.
The 2021 racial slur incident led to Spotify and several country music awards bowing out of platforming the singer. The industry fallout was pretty universal, with radio stations stopping spins of his tracks, his label put him on ice, and Spotify refused to feature his songs on their country editorial playlists. Now in 2025, Wallen is setting new records.
Spotify began reintegrating and even promoting Morgan Wallen’s music in 2023. His album One Thing at a Time dominated the charts that year and now he’s back with his fourth studio album I’m the Problem. That album has shattered records on Spotify, becoming the most-streamed country album of 2025 in just 24 hours. Spotify officially recognized the achievement, declaring that Wallen made country history yet again.
I’m the Problem features 37 tracks, cut down from 50, Wallen reveals. “There were three styles on the last album that I had in my head, and I went with that same approach with this album,” Wallen says. “We had straight up country songs, which I always do, and then we had more of an alternative-indie approach on a few of them. Those songs end up being a little bit countrified, just because that’s who we are and that’s how we do them.”
“And then the more cross-genre approach might end up on a multi-genre ratio station, just because of all the influences that I’ve had throughout my life, listening to every single type of music. I think I’ve stuck to that approach with I’m the Problem, getting an anchor song for each style and once we have those anchor songs dialed in, we fill up those buckets.”
“We recorded around 50 songs for this album and ended up cutting 13,” Wallen reveals. “I feel like we accomplished what I had in mind, and a huge shout out to my close collaborators on this too. They came in ready and fired up every single day, and they inspire me as much as anything else.”
I’m the Problem features 37 tracks including collaborations with notable artists including Tate McRae, Eric Church, HARDY, and Post Malone.
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33 Below Returns With New UKG Banger After Yearlong Absence: Listen to "Mash Up"

11 months of silence are shattered in three minutes of brilliance in "Mash Up," 33 Below's first new original music in nearly a year.
With the new single, the New Zealand-born artist signals a triumphant return that should put the electronic music community on notice. We might be witnessing the start of a particularly massive chapter for one of the scene's most exciting young producers, who in 2023 was named in EDM.com's list of the year's best electronic records.
"Feels good to be back," 33 Below wrote on Instagram last week after teasing a slew of new tracks in the works.
The production of "Mash Up" delivers exactly what fans of 33 Below have been craving, with skittering percussive patterns and deep, filthy bass that feels both precise and utterly unhinged. Meanwhile, West London grime vet Scrufizzer brings the vocal heat, his rapid-fire delivery and party-starting lyrics creating the kind of infectious energy that spreads across dancefloors like wildfire.
You can listen to "Mash Up" below and find the new single on streaming platforms here.
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Austria’s JJ Wins Eurovision Song Contest 2025 with “Wasted Love”

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Austrian artist JJ has won Eurovision Song Contest 2025 with his powerful single, “Wasted Love.” The track is a break-up inspired pop-opera track, featuring explosive techno beats. The track captivated international audiences and propelled JJ to victory—but Spotify data reveals other favorites among competitors.
Born in Vienna and raised in Dubai, the 24-year-old JJ returned to Austria in 2016. Known for his soprano-range voice, JJ has performed at the Vienna State Opera and gained national attention through his appearance on Austria’s casting show Starmania. With his landmark win, JJ now joins the ranks of Eurovision legends, marking a new chapter in his career. His label Warner Music congratulated him.
“JJ’s incredible talent, combined with his innovative sound, has truly resonated with audiences across Europe and beyond, attracting new fans with every performance,” says Dorren Schimk and Fabian Debres, Co-Presidents of Warner Music Central Europe. “Eurovision is the world’s most-watched music television show, and we are thrilled to see him shine on such a global stage. We are proud to be a part of JJ’s journey.”
JJ’s win for Austria with “Wasted Love” was the country’s third-ever Eurovision victory. Previous Austrian winners include Udo Jürgens in 1966 and Conchita Wurst in 2014. You can see the full placement of participants here.

While JJ took home the prize, Spotify data reveals some interesting insights into the other contestants. Swedish singer KAJ sang “Bara Badu Bastu” and was the unofficial Eurovision fan favorite, receiving over 5.6 million global streams during Eurovision week.
Hot on Sweden’s heels was Estonia’s Tommy Cash, whose Europop hit “Espresso Macchiato” saw over 3.4 million streams throughout the week of the final. The Netherlands’ Claude followed in third place with “C’est La Vie” which saw 3.1 million streams in the final week, while Germany’s Abor & Tynna ranked fourth with “Baller” at 2.7 million streams. Rounding out the top five was Norway’s Kyle Alessandro with “Lighter” which also saw over 2.7 million streams during Eurovision week.
Celine Dion’s 1988 Eurovision classic “Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi” also saw a 55% jump in global streams as the contest returned to Switzerland. That track brought Switzerland to victory 37 years ago, and now it has achieved a 610% spike in streaming numbers across Europe.
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Meet Circular, a Native Instruments polyphonic sequencer designed for “breathtaking rhythmic soundscapes”

Native Instruments has launched Circular, a new polyphonic sequencer which transforms single notes or chord progressions into “breathtaking rhythmic soundscapes”.
Polyphonic sequencers are, of course, nothing new, so how does Circular work, and what sets it apart?
READ MORE: Could this $5 reverb plugin transform your mixes? Circular utilises four independent layers, each a separate canvas for modulation. Users can control pitch, filter and other effects in real-time, and create “motion-rich scores with unparalleled speed and depth”.

NI says every sound in Circular was designed with polyphonic aftertouch in mind, offering an “extremely expressive experience” on its Kontrol keyboards, as well as other controllers that support polyphonic aftertouch.
Circular also boasts over 160 sound sources, ranging from felted pianos and guitars to hybrid synths and bowed metal.
“Circular’s diverse palette encourages exploration, blending soft and harsh textures, acoustic and synthetic elements, and familiar and strange sounds,” Native Instruments says.
Circular also presents the option to upload and transform your own sounds into evolving sequences, with 128 user slots for imported samples.
Responsible for Circular’s design is Frank Elting, who also developed NI instruments Straylight, Pharlight and Ashlight. It was also created in collaboration with sound design agency The Most Human Colors, as well as sound designers including Samuel Estes – who has worked with Hans Zimmer – and The Solos, who have worked on trailers for the Godzilla franchise, Black Panther and Game of Thrones.
In other news, Native Instruments NKS plugins recently became compatible with Arturia hardware as part of its ongoing NKS Hardware Partner Program.
Circular is available now, priced at £179. For more information, head to Native Instruments.
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SOFI TUKKER Deliver Delectable Counterpart to 2024's "BREAD" With New Album, "butter"

Bread and butter are a classic pairing, but SOFI TUKKER aren't ones to follow the status quo. The duo have released their fourth studio album, butter, a delectable counterpart to 2024's steamy BREAD.
While BREAD stands for "Be Really Energetic And Dance," butter dials down the tempo and raises the heat, melting listeners with sensual serenades and soulful soundscapes through a Brazilian lens.
Comprising "nearly all organic elements," according to SOFI TUKKER's Sophie Hawley-Weld, butter is infused with Brazilian sonics ranging from "more classical tropical genres like bolero, bachata, samba-cançao, bossa nova and baião to more contemporary genres like reggae, Brazilian funk and samba-reggae."
The Brazilian genre bossa nova is what Hawley-Weld was pursuing when she first met her SOFI TUKKER bandmate, Tucker Halpern, over a decade ago. We got our first glimpse way back in 2018 by virtue of "Brazilian Soul," a collaboration with The Knocks that has since amassed over 50 million streams on Spotify alone.
Since then, the tandem has worked to subtly incorporate bossa nova into the chart-topping dance music we all know and love. Now, however, they've returned to where it all began in order to release something more substantial.
"This whole album is a dream come true and it marks an important time in my life... my return to Brazil," Hawley-Weld said. "My Portuguese improved, my relationships there grew, and I felt vibrant in a way that only Brazil makes me feel."
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Following the release of BREAD, Hawly-Weld and Halpern were put in touch with Brazilian multi-instrumentalist Marcio Arantes, who helped produce butter. He brought in Julio "Fejuca"Caesar (guitar), Daniel Conceição (percussion), Lulinha Alencar (accordion) and Will Bone (horns) to flesh out the album's instrumentals.
Each rendition of the original is buttery smooth, with an eloquent fluidity from start to finish. Some standout tracks include "Throw Some Ass" and “Perfect Someone," which have been artistically melted into sultry live versions.
"It was different from what Tuck and I are used to while making dance music, which tends to be very stop-and-start and loop-based," Hawley-Weld affirms.
You can listen to butter below and find the new album on streaming platforms here.
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Getter Signs With UTA, Signaling Electronic Music Comeback

Getter has signed with United Talent Agency as he prepares to end his indefinite hiatus from the electronic music scene, his agent, Ben Hogan, announced on social media.
The strategic representation deal hints at a substantial comeback for the virtuosic DJ and producer, whose last original electronic release was 2021's Some Creature EP. Getter, whose real name is Tanner Petulla, signaled a return last week after releasing an official remix of Mike Posner's hit debut single, "Cooler Than Me." 
Tour dates are also in the works, according to Hogan. "He’s back and we are coming to your city very soon," he wrote on Instagram.
Despite his absence from electronic music production, Petulla has maintained a creative presence through his hip-hop alias Terror Reid, releasing the project's third album Manifesto in late-2024. He's also remained a prolific streamer by virtue of his beloved YouTube channel, on which he regularly dishes out music production tips and stories from his career.
UTA's representation will provide Getter with the infrastructure needed to orchestrate a long-awaited return. The agency brings significant industry leverage to the partnership and represents many high-profile dance and electronic acts, like Kaskade, ILLENIUM, Nero, James Blake, Robyn and ZHU.
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