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We think the best way to get to know someone is always to look through their music collection. Today, we want to get to know ABLE, so we’ve asked him who his ones to watch are for 2025.
Stream ABLE’s latest release- NON COMPOS MENTIS / CRED here.
PARA
Something about PARA’s approach to minimal really scratches an itch for me. Saliva in particular, just has that funky stripped-back bounce, which you are gifted not just with Saliva, but across PARA’S back catalogue. Will always find a tune or two of his on my sticks.
Thread
Dan and I have been great pals since our surprise b2b at Thirty3hz for the first Front Left event last year, but my attention to his sonics was drawn way before. So eventually working on ‘Broken Promise’ together was a real treat for me. We have a wicked b2b coming up for WAH in the City, which I’m properly looking forward to and we plan to have more collab material before then.
Rue
Definitely one to watch. Rue has been making an impact over at Yamatai with his Parallel Introspection LP and I’m very much looking forward to hearing some more from him in the future. A great talent with a great talent for music.
Charis
Rolling beats and Rolling subs. I’m loving Charis’ output recently. Her track Momentous is a great example of a dark but soulful approach, resembling the likes of Monrroe and Sustance which makes a lot of sense as she worked with Shogun Audio in graduating from EQ50- and initiative which has produced some amazing talent since its inception.
Altered Concept
For someone who doesn’t really consider himself a producer, he makes a wicked stripped-back roller. Heavily influenced by 90s hip hop, fused together with punchy drums and weighty low-end, AC curates dancefloor fillers! Above all else, he’s a world-class DJ, I owe a lot of what I know to him. Thanks, Lee!
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Anjunadeep is starting a new age with a fresh look. Garcia’s “Next To You” was chosen as their first release of 2025, which says a lot about both the artist’s career and the label’s dedication to promoting electronic music that pushes the limits. The song connects Anjuna’s rich history to its exciting future, and it also solidifies Garcia’s place at the forefront of the growth of electronic music.
Garcia’s rise from playing in Parisian basement clubs to leading an 8,000-person crowd at the Adidas Arena with Ben Böhmer shows an artist in full bloom. His latest sold-out shows in London, Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds have made him known as one of the most captivating live performers in electronic music. As he gets ready to bring his unique sound to Australia in February 2025 as part of the Anjunadeep Open Air Tour, the excitement keeps growing.
Garcia is great at bringing the raw energy of his live shows into the studio, as “Next To You” shows. People were first captivated by the song during Bastille’s live shows. It has since become one of the most anticipated releases in recent memory. Not only is its public release through Anjunadeep a big deal for Garcia, but it also starts a new era for the label, which is celebrating 25 years of pushing the limits of electronic music.
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Ultra has already announced a lot of great headliners for this historic event, solidifying its reputation as the World’s Best Electronic Music Festival. These artists include Above & Beyond, Afrojack, Alesso, Armin van Buuren, Axwell, deadmau5 “retro5pective set,” Gesaffelstein, Gryffin, Hardwell, Knife Party, KSHMR (Live), LSZEE (CloZee and LSDREAM), Martin Garrix, Nero, Pendulum (live), Subtronics, Steve Aoki, Tiësto, Timmy Trumpet, Zedd, and Zeds Dead (AV SET).
As the best place to see rare electronic music moments, Ultra 2025 will also have performances that will go down in history. These include the world premiere of Anyma B2B Solomun‘s set, the global debut of Carl Cox’s “Evolution” live show, the first-ever deadmau5 b2b Pendulum DJ set, the Miami debut of Dom Dolla and John Summit’s Everything Always super duo, the world premiere of NGHTMRE b2b Sullivan King’s set, and the U.S. premiere of Chase & Status’s new live show.
Skrillex at Ultra Music Festival Miami
Ultra has now announced the next group of artists who will be playing at Bayfront Park. They are called Phase 3, and they are led by Skrillex, who has won nine Grammys, and Oliver Heldens, who is a Dutch superstar who can play a lot of different styles. In Phase 3, house music producer Jev from New York City, English DJ/producer and TV personality Joel Corry, Dutch progressive house/trance virtuoso Ruben de Ronde, Australian house hero Sonny Fodera, UNCAGE label boss Marco Faraone, and Ibiza legend Mar-T will all play. LTJ Bukem, a legendary British drum and bass artist, also joins the Phase 3 lineup. He is back to Ultra Music Festival after playing the first one in 1999, which is a full circle moment.
Techno is RESISTANCE
RESISTANCE is known as the most international house and techno festival brand. This year, it will have a lot of the most popular house and techno acts playing on two stages: The RESISTANCE MegaStructure and The Cove. 999999999, Adam Beyer, ARTBAT, Boris Brejcha, Charlotte de Witte, Dubfire ‘EVOLV’, Eli Brown, Four Tet, I Hate Models, Joris Voorn (Live), Mau P, Miss Monique, Nico Moreno, Richie Hawtin (DEX EFX X0X) (Live), Solomun (solo set), and Stephan Bodzin (Live) are some of the headliners that have already been announced.
RESISTANCE Ibiza will be playing at Amnesia all summer, but before that, the famous club will hold a stage takeover at Ultra Music Festival. Bringing the unique energy of Ibiza to Miami, the Amnesia stage takeover will give fans a sneak peek at the upcoming club residency, which will happen every Wednesday from July 23 to September 17, 2025, with Season Residents Adam Beyer and ARTBAT playing the main sets every week.
Amnesia stage takeover
In 2025, RESISTANCE will make its debut at Amnesia, the same place that held ULTRA Worldwide’s first Ibiza event in 2007. This will bring the story full circle. RESISTANCE Ibiza 2025 is a big reunion that has been planned for almost 20 years. It will turn Amnesia’s sacred buildings into multisensory spectacles all season long, showing off the huge productions, top-notch visual design, and transcendent soundscapes that have become synonymous with the RESISTANCE brand around the world.
The Amnesia stage takeover will be added to the RESISTANCE takeovers that have already been revealed, such as Solomun’s Diynamic and Carl Cox Invites. There will be a Diynamic stage takeover with Four Tet, Mau P, Chloé Caillet, and Rafael Cerato. Solomun will be in charge. Carl Cox Invites will host Adam Beyer, Richie Hawtin DEF EFX X0X, Stephan Bodzin (live), Joris Voorn (live), Dubfire EVOLV, Marc Romboy (live), and a duo set from Carl Cox and Christopher Coe. This is the first time the show has been held at Ultra.
Ultra Music Festival will also have stage takeovers that were already planned. For example, Alteza Records’ Vini Vici will lead the first-ever psytrance takeover, Coone will host the fourth straight year of Dirty Workz, Partiboi69 will debut Area 69, and Armin van Buuren will bring back his famous A State of Trance.
The 2025 edition
Ultra’s 2025 list is a tour de force of genre-crossing talent, with performances by a wide range of world-class artists that pay homage to the past, present, and future of electronic music. From groundbreaking global starts to the much-anticipated return of festival favorites, the lineup sets the right mood for Ultra’s landmark event.
Fans can experience the magic of Ultra Music Festival through the 25-episode docuseries called “All Eyes On Us” before the festival’s 25th anniversary party. The series shows Ultra’s global influence as a star in the industry and the festival’s part in shaping dance music culture over the last 25 years. Ultra has been putting out a new show every Monday for 25 weeks, building up to the big event.
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Brooklyn-based event organizer Pretty Good Show is aiming to carve out a unique space in the crowded festival landscape. “We wanted to create a multi-day event where music wasn’t the sole focus, but one of many ways to connect and have fun,” says James Corcoran, Camp Director of Showcation. “By embracing variety and the absurd, we create an environment where you can explore for days without it ever feeling stale. It’s like the summer camp you always dreamed of.”
Early bird tickets are now available for $179 on its website until Thursday, February 13. As part of its mission to grow the community in a sustainable fashion, event organizers have capped ticket sales at just 1,000 tickets.
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Skrillex today reached out to fans via email, sharing audio of an unreleased song titled "Bibi's Tower." The track's title has sparked speculation within Skrillex's fan community about a potential collaboration with singer-songwriter Bibi Bourelly, with whom he collaborated to release 2023's "Don't Get Too Close" and "Still Here."
Whether or not he just soft-launched a new album, however, remains to be seen. Skrillex currently has at least two rumored albums in the works, which had been expected to release back in 2023.
The correspondence marks a shift in the artist's digital communication strategy, with Skrillex asserting direct control over his email marketing for the first time in years. While details about "Bibi's Tower" remain scarce, this surprise drop seems to signal a new era of spontaneous releases and direct fan engagement from the legendary DJ and producer.
The move aligns with a growing trend of artists bypassing traditional promotional channels in favor of more personal, direct communication with their fans.
"I've got control of my website/email address now, so I can start sending stuff any time I want!" he wrote in a post on X, suggesting that fan communications were previously handled by his team rather than himself.
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Unparalleled programming and production intertwined with some serious pitfalls have created a perception of the storied EDM venue that seesaws between excellence and dysfunction. But with new leadership at the helm, 2025 could be a turning point.
First, the good. There’s no denying that the New York venue’s curation is top-notch. Dance music’s biggest artists—like Carl Cox, John Summit, Keinemusik, Black Coffee and Swedish House Mafia—often take the stage at Brooklyn Mirage. Record labels and brands with thriving communities—like Anjunadeep, Boiler Room, Mayan Warrior and All Day I Dream—curate shows there too. And rewarding the truest of revelers, dusk-to-dawn shows are hosted regularly, spurring sunrise sets in a sprawling setting that few stateside venues can pull off.
Plus, the venue’s production rivals festival stages. The sound system is stellar and Brooklyn Mirage’s gargantuan, 300-foot, 14K LED video wall is a spectacle.
But it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. Reports in recent years of operational mismanagement and safety concerns have soured the venue’s relationship with longstanding patrons. Social media is rampant with accounts of aggressive security, oversold shows and confiscation of Narcan, a life-saving medication that’s widely considered a critical harm reduction tool in the dance music community. A pair of mysterious deaths near Brooklyn Mirage in 2023 also cast a long shadow over the venue’s reputation, fueling calls for greater accountability and improved safety measures.
Josh Wyatt, the new CEO of Avant Gardner—the multi-venue complex that houses Brooklyn Mirage—is determined to tackle the venue’s most pressing concerns with meaningful change.
"Trust, transparency and accountability are the three key words in my moral compass," Wyatt tells EDM.com in a sweeping interview. "I have pushed those three words down into the fiber of the company to ensure that employees understand that these are key expectations I have as CEO."
It’s natural to be skeptical about lofty statements. "So what does this all mean in practice?" Wyatt himself segues, expanding on several concrete ways to rebuild trust with patrons who may have had negative experiences at Brooklyn Mirage in the past.
“We’ve heard feedback that the way security interacts with fans is too draconian,” he says. “I think that comes down to training and a commitment to change the company culture.”
To address this feedback, Wyatt plans to expand Brooklyn Mirage’s guest ambassador program and have all staff undergo hospitality training. This community-based approach to guest relations should translate to more pleasant experiences with staff once Brooklyn Mirage reopens later this year, he says.
"It's one thing to understand the technical details of the venue, but it's another thing to actually be trained with a culture of hospitality: welcoming people, really wanting to make sure that guests feel safe, feel heard and are given the opportunity to have a great time."
Avant Gardner and Brooklyn Mirage CEO Josh Wyatt.Muccitas
Apart from hospitality training, Wyatt mentions that all staff has already undergone training on harm reduction, overdose prevention, anti-harassment, sexual violence prevention, CPR/AED, bystander intervention and Narcan administration. Regarding past reports of staff confiscating Narcan, he affirms that the medicine is permitted into the venue and that all staff has been made aware of the policy. However, Wyatt stresses that patrons in need of help should seek out trained medical professionals who will be onsite at every show.
But it’s not just the way in which staff members interact with fans that has proven to be an albatross for Brooklyn Mirage—it’s also the way they present themselves.
"When someone comes in and sees security in quasi-military gear, it certainly sends a message, and that message is definitely not one of openness and positivity,” Wyatt admits. "Our goal would be similar to the U.S. Secret Service or Federal Air Marshals. There's a lot of stuff that happens behind the scenes that you never see, yet it’s safe for politicians to give a speech, and it’s also safe for us to fly."
Wyatt emphasizes there’s nuance in prioritizing security while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere. “It’s almost like being a swan. We’re paddling furiously underneath, but all you should see is a hospitality-forward company.”
When it comes to safety outside the venue’s walls, Brooklyn Mirage is investing in improvements, Wyatt says, to “lighting, fencing, perimeter sight lines, way-finding, signage to subways and rideshare, and cell phone service—through finally getting the right permits and licenses to install more cell phone towers.”
These changes should make a big difference since the streets surrounding Brooklyn Mirage are relatively quiet with limited residential presence. The immediate vicinity comprises several blocks of warehouses, factories and commercial buildings with sparse street lighting and low pedestrian traffic.
The venue will also continue working with both NYPD and private security to patrol the surrounding neighborhood after shows end, policing unlicensed drivers from picking up inebriated patrons. Though Wyatt states that there are legal and technical limits to what they can do once someone exits the venue.
“It’s more of a neighborhood or community problem,” he adds. “I would challenge everyone around us as neighbors to work together collectively—whether it's other nightlife operators in the area, property owners or politicians—we need to work together to make the neighborhood a more welcoming place."
Apart from hospitality and safety, capacity is one of the biggest criticisms of Brooklyn Mirage. Patrons often report that shows feel overcrowded and oversold, sometimes raising concerns about potential fire hazards.
Wyatt views capacity across two axes: technical (the layout of the dancefloor) and functional (the number of people on the dancefloor).
On the technical front, “there will be no barriers, columns or production tents on the dancefloor,” Wyatt says. “That's a very simple but profound fix that we think will improve crowd flow.”
If you’ve been to Brooklyn Mirage, you’ve probably experienced bottlenecks around the steel boundaries of the large production tent at the back of the dancefloor or around the towering, obstructive columns spread across the dancefloor. Eliminating these structures will open up significantly more space for dancing. Wyatt also promises new spaces with direct sight lines to the stage.
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In fact, holding true to its name, Brooklyn Mirage as we know it is going to disappear. The space is being rebuilt from the ground up, and the rebuild will result in a larger dancefloor and dynamic production design.
“We can't fully disclose what we're doing, but I can tell you that when you walk into Brooklyn Mirage for the first time, you're going to see a set design that will blow you away,” Wyatt emphasizes. “Then when you come back two weeks or two months later, it's going to look totally different. The type of technology that we're designing to be able to allow us to do that is bespoke and has never been done before—I think it’s pretty mind-blowing.”
Love it or hate it, Brooklyn Mirage will sunset its signature video wall. Wyatt favors flexibility in stage design and thinks the video wall creates a fixed point of view that restricts optionality. “We’ve been flirting with new production elements ahead of the 2025 Mirage season,” he says. “One of our first tests was this sort of 360° pulsating visual rig that we put up for Rampa at the Great Hall in December.”
"The second area of technical flow is how people get in and out of the venue and how people get between the different sections within the venue,” Wyatt continues. “With the new venue design, we've addressed all pressure points to make the guest experience a lot easier and more intuitive in terms of flowing through the venue. Because it's not just about dancing, it's also about the ability to get to the exits, bars and bathrooms quickly."
Aside from streamlined flow, Wyatt says the revamped Brooklyn Mirage will also have “new areas where people can peel out of the main dancefloor, hang out and have much better experiences and side quests around the entire campus.” If you’ve ever been to the venue and found yourself stumped by an aggressive security guard telling you that the elevated floors are closed off, Wyatt wants to fix that. He acknowledges that area restrictions were not always clearly communicated by staff in the past, but enhanced signage and hospitality training will change that.
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When it comes to the burning question of whether Brooklyn Mirage oversells shows, Wyatt says he wants to be both “transparent and a little combative” in his response.
“I've seen the numbers. In the past for 2023 and before, I think there was overselling,” he reveals. “In 2024, there was a cap on the number of tickets that were sold. I have all the data and other than maybe one or two shows, there was never overselling of tickets. So I acknowledge that customer feedback that it's been overcrowded, but since I came on board, I said whatever the venue capacity is, you cannot sell one ticket beyond that.”
“Perception is everything,” he adds. “We have to communicate effectively with all the constituents that touch the company—vendors, employees, neighbors, politicians and of course fans. We’ve been putting out communications in writing, on social media, and in person to tell people what we are going to do, show people that we've listened to their feedback and to provide a solution to any type of challenge that people have faced.”
If you scroll through Brooklyn Mirage’s Instagram page, you’ll notice a drastic difference in how they are engaging with fans. Any criticism is met with openness and positivity. Before Wyatt joined the company, responses to comments on social media were non-existent.
“We need to have an active dialogue where you recognize a customer has had either a positive experience or a negative experience, and comment on that to either give reinforcement to the positive moment or a service path to recovering from a negative moment,” Wyatt explains. “The team has been incentivized to be very engaged on social media.”
Alongside Net Promoter Score, a standardized methodology for benchmarking and capturing feedback in the hospitality and nightlife industry, Brooklyn Mirage will collate customer sentiment on social media to measure the success of its new policies on improving the guest experience.
Wyatt’s focus on guest satisfaction stems from over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry.
“I've always been deeply motivated and inspired by creative companies that have a meaningful community,” he says. “Brands that can define, support and grow a community are brands that typically stand the test of time. They may go through ups and downs, but the ones I think that survive and eventually thrive over years and more importantly decades are ones that understand their community and know how to foster a long-term view of that community. I've always aligned myself to companies that follow that mantra.”
Wyatt’s most recent tenure as CEO of social club NeueHouse and its sister company, the photography museum Fotografiska, was rooted in community-building. NeuHouse’s cultural programming (artist talks, film screenings, creator dinners), interior design (communal workspaces and lounges) and membership were designed to foster a vibrant community of creators, inventors and thought leaders.
His past experiences as president of Equinox Hotels and co-founder of Generator Hostels share similar community underpinnings. “When I started Generator—back when the word Millennial was the equivalent of what Gen Z is today—no one understood the concept of bringing together high-level interior design, cultural curation and music into the budget travel industry,” he says. “We did that with Generator.”
Part of Wyatt’s efforts with Generator also included an early discovery of now-global music broadcasting platform Boiler Room. “We were the first to ever bring Boiler Room on the road,” he recalls. “We found them in a garage in Shoreditch back in 2008 and thought that they were incredible and that they should travel. So we were the first ones to ever actually stream a touring Boiler Room. It happened in Berlin, back in 2010, and was the first touch point I had seeing the power of electronic music with a communal, tribal vibe—people coming together to experience a profound sense of joy and emotion.”
To this day, Wyatt still champions rising talent, pointing to Keinemusik supporting Desiree and Black Coffee working with Shimza as great examples. In turn, he aims to use Brooklyn Mirage as a lever where established acts can amplify emerging talents, an opportunity he called "one of the best parts about this job."
“One of the things that I'm intrigued by is this concept of established artists or platforms that are also really, really good at developing talent underneath them and elevating that talent, whether it's directly on a label or just as friends.”
Brooklyn Mirage kicks off its 2025 season on May 1st. You can find out more via the venue's website.
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One surprising new addition is Amnesia Ibiza as a stage host. You’ll recall that Resistance recently announced its 2025 return to Ibiza would be hosted at Amnesia, so the reciprocity makes sense here. We can only assume Amnesia will be taking over one of the Resistance stages along with Carl Cox Invites, and Diynamic
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The impromptu concert, sponsored by Don Julio Tequila, drew an unexpectedly large crowd just one day before the Philadelphia Eagles' blowout victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. The event had quickly spread through word of mouth and social media, transforming the already-bustling French Quarter into a daytime rave.
At one point, Apple CEO Tim Cook appeared alongside Summit and Dolla, who often DJ together under their collaborative alias Everything Always.
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Despite Don Julio Tequila having necessary permits and safety measures in place, according to Dolla, the sheer volume of attendees ultimately forced authorities to end the pop-up DJ set early. He then shared a video in which a police officer told the pair to "shut it down."
"For anybody concerned: Don Julio had approval from the city, safety and security measures were in place," Dolla stated on social media. "The issue was the party got too big and we had to end it early."
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The incident serves a stark reminder of how quickly viral moments can overwhelm city infrastructure. Neither the New Orleans Police Department nor Don Julio have issued official statements about the performance at the time of reporting, though the latter said in an Instagram post that it "shut down" Bourbon Street.
Cathy Lanier, the NFL's Chief Security Officer, said prior to Super Bowl LIX that "thousands" of police officers were being deployed in New Orleans to keep the city safe. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry also reportedly issued an emergency order to create a security zone around Bourbon Street, directing officers to search purses or bags at various checkpoints.
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Dom Dolla has swiftly risen to prominence in the electronic music scene, gaining global recognition for his immersive show production and high-energy performances. Having played at major festivals and iconic venues like Madison Square Garden, he is now one of the most in-demand artists in dance music. Acknowledged by Rolling Stone as ‘Best New Artist,’ Billboard Dance as ‘One to Watch,’ and GQ as ‘Solo Artist of the Year,’ his career continues to soar. Securing a headline residency at the world’s leading nightclub is a significant achievement, solidifying his status at the top of his game. His residency at Hï Ibiza will be a platform to showcase his artistry and engage with an international audience.
With Hï Ibiza’s cutting-edge production and reputation for hosting legendary residencies, Dom Dolla’s weekly performances are sure to be a highlight of the 2025 Ibiza season. Tickets are on sale now via hiibiza.com.
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[EDM.com] "Unapologetic Diversity of LA Nightlife": 3 Rising Local DJs Discuss 2025 Skyline Festival
Organized by Insomniac Events, the two-day event will once again return to Grand Park for a multi-block takeover stretching from the music center to city hall. Within those boundaries, attendees can expect to find three distinct stages showcasing an array of international talent within the house and techno genres.
Cloonee, Green Velvet, Nico Moreno, The Martinez Brothers, Marco Carola, Matroda, and Gordo are all scheduled to perform at the Factory 93-branded event.
However, there will be one area within the festival championing the sounds that make LA's dance scene stand out from other cities.
Skyline's Arts District stage will feature local underground DJs showcasing the diverse sounds coming out of the City of Angels. The area will allow the scene’s leading names to perform alongside industry titans, all while shining a light on LA's underground dance community.
EDM.com caught up with three rising acts set to perform at Skyline to hear unique perspectives on LA's dance music scene.
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You can find the below tracks on EDM.com's Fresh Picks Playlist. Follow to stay up-to-date and submit tracks for consideration here.
EDM.com Fresh Picks
barking continues - herz
Lonely Computer, Montgomery - Blindfold
Art School Girlfriend - Is It Light Where You Are
Mont Duamel - King Without a Crown
Gilligan Moss - Mystic Pebble (Mood Talk Remix)
Glass Animals - Show Pony (Parra For Cuva Remix)
Rachika Nayar - The Trembling of Glass
Teebs, Thomas Stankiewicz - Atom Song
Bronze Sun - Illusionz
Lit Wilson - Switching Lanes
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Taking place from March 26-28 at the historic Eden Roc Miami Beach Resort, WMC 2025 promises three days of insightful panels, educational workshops and networking events designed to fuel the next chapter of electronic music's creation. LP Giobbi, Shimza, HAYLA and Aluna are some of the notable artists slated to appear, joining a roster of executives and thought leaders from Ultra Records, SoundCloud, Defected Records, Kompass Music Group and Wasserman, among many others.
For a conference that once set the blueprint for Miami Music Week, this year's edition marks a significant return to form after a six-year absence. WMC's return to Miami feels like a homecoming for an industry that has transformed dramatically in its absence. WMC last took place in 2019, with plans for a 2020 revival derailed by the pandemic. A virtual edition followed, but the physical event has remained dormant until now.
As dance music continues to thrive in new markets, digital spaces and crossover genres, this year’s edition offers a rare chance for both veterans and newcomers to once more shape its future together, in person. Panels and discussions will explore the evolution of music distribution, artist branding in the streaming age and the impact of emerging technologies on the creative process. Over 60 industry leaders are scheduled to participate with moderators from Billboard, SPIN, EDM.com and DJ Mag guiding the conversations.
Beyond the conference halls, attendees can expect signature WMC events, including the Official WMC Pool Party, a Kickoff Networking Mixer and a new awards ceremony merging the Electronic Dance Music Awards (EDMAs) and the International Dance Music Awards (IDMAs). The latter promises a star-studded closing event, celebrating fan-favorite artists.
WMC 2025 tickets are on sale now at on the conference's official website.
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The fake release, which was fraudulently linked to ODESZA's official unique identifier for artists on streaming services, was initially available on SoundCloud, Amazon Music and YouTube.
ODESZA's team has since removed the music, but the incident serves as a wake-up call that without stronger protections in place, AI-generated fraud will continue to create problems for artists and fans alike.
It has reignited concerns over the ease with which fake music can infiltrate major platforms. The fact that the release was able to go live on streaming platforms without immediate detection could fuel growing frustrations surrounding AI-powered music production and distribution platforms, which have increasingly been used to create counterfeit music that steals streams, misleads fans and damages the credibility of real artists.
ODESZA have not yet publicly commented on the situation at the time of this writing.
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The Canadian DJ, producer and sustainability advocate, who has long championed the intersection of music and environmental responsibility, will take over Pacha Ibiza every Wednesday from May 21st through July 30th with her "Abracadabra" party series. The opportunity is a natural fit for BLOND:ISH, whose career has been defined by breaking both musical and cultural boundaries.
BLOND:ISH’s appointment as Pacha’s first female resident signals a shift in Ibiza’s nightlife landscape, reflecting a broader push for inclusivity in an industry historically dominated by male artists. While her residency is a personal milestone, it’s also a step toward reshaping the status quo in club culture.
“I've been going to Ibiza since I was 17, so you can imagine that I’ve been dreaming about a residency, and what I can bring to the island that’s unique,” she shared.
Since opening its doors in 1973, Pacha Ibiza has been a global institution that has helped shape the very fabric of electronic music culture. Over the decades, it has hosted industry titans from Solomun to Swedish House Mafia, cultivating a legacy that few venues can rival.
Tickets for BLOND:ISH’s "Abracadabra" residency at Pacha Ibiza are available now.
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Dexterous breakbeat drums scuttle across the track, which features a high-energy bassline that rattles ribcages and pulses with a radiant insistence. Meanwhile, revving risers surge upward, hinting at the sublime tension only these two producers could conjure.
Dice has been candid about his longtime admiration for Cox. "I was always Carl’s biggest fan... it was a blessing when he spotted me at my first gig at Circoloco in 2002," he shared in a clip on social media, recalling the start of their storied friendship.
From that fateful set in Ibiza to the pounding synergy of "Road Runner," their creative bond has flourished across tours, remixes and many memorable b2b sets. As the new single storms onto sound systems and stages alike, it simultaneously offers a tantalizing glimpse of what’s coming.
Slated for release on May 23rd, Loco Dice’s forthcoming album, Purple Jam, will feature “Road Runner” alongside its first single, "Heavy Heart," Dice’s raw collaboration with Skrillex and Fireboy DML.
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Available exclusively on the "Pharrell Williams" edition of Hurry Up Tomorrow, the song marks another chapter in a partnership that has blurred the lines between electronic music and pop grandeur.
For Swedish House Mafia, the track reinforces their unique ability to meld their stadium-filling, euphoric sound with something more intimate, an ability that has kept them at the forefront of electronic music for over a decade. The trio stuns with sweeping synths, aching chord progressions and an undercurrent of tension that builds like a slow-burning fire beneath The Weeknd's vocals.
The collaboration is another addition to a saga that began in 2021 with "Moth to a Flame," their hypnotic anthem that became a billion-stream behemoth. They followed it up in 2022 by co-producing "Sacrifice" and "How Do I Make You Love Me?" on Dawn FM, projects that further wove The Weeknd into the fabric of the electronic dance music world.
Fans eager to experience "Closing Night" will need to seek out the limited Pharrell Williams edition of Hurry Up Tomorrow, available through a dedicated portal on The Weeknd's website.
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Having built an impressive catalogue of music, with releases spanning labels like Revealed, Spinnin’ Records, Mentalo Music, and DND RECS, Avi Sic has been continually gaining momentum throughout her creative journey, garnering industry support from heavyweights such as Nicky Romero and Benny Benassi. As she works to raise the bar with each new release, Avi Sic keeps stepping out with forward-thinking music, this time offering a track whose heavy-hitting energy has already caught the attention of some of the biggest names in the industry, including Martin Garrix, Showtek, and Don Diablo.
FOOTWURK themselves bring experience and skill to this collaboration; having made waves with releases on labels such as STEREOHYPE, Bite This!, and Low Ceiling, the duo match Avi Sic’s own rising potential within Electronic Music and now come together to offer this brand-new production to listeners.
‘Work It’ wastes no time delivering pulsating energy, layering driving basslines, acid-tinged synths, and shuffled percussion to create a rhythmically tight, club-ready sound. As the track builds with rising tension, intertwining hypnotic vocals and sharp drum work, listeners are taken on a compelling journey, moving through tense breakdowns and high-impact drops. With its rave-inspired energy evolving through the electrifying leads, grinding beats, and commanding melodic lines, ‘Work It’ gives way to a punchy sound, intense in energy and immersive in the musical experience it delivers.
Now available via Generation Hex, ‘Work It’ is primed for peak-time moments, so dive and discover the soundscape for yourself, making sure to keep up with Avi Sic and FOOTWURK by following each of them across social media.
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A track that immediately grabs your attention, ‘Catching Feelings’ blends soaring stab leads, hypnotic grooves, and emotionally charged vocals, creating an experience that resonates both on and off the dancefloor. Whether setting the mood for an unforgettable night out or providing the perfect soundscape for an introspective late-night drive, the track’s rich textures and seamless progression make it an essential addition to any electronic playlist.
This single not only highlights GØDMAX’s evolving production prowess but also solidifies his status as an artist unafraid to experiment and redefine his sound with each release. With his ability to seamlessly move between genres while maintaining a signature polish and energy, it’s no wonder his name is gaining momentum in the EDM scene.
With ‘Catching Feelings’, GØDMAX proves that his journey into melodic techno is just beginning. And if this release is any indication of what’s to come, fans should buckle up—because 2025 is shaping up to be an electrifying year for the genre-defying producer.
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Kicking off the 10th-anniversary edition on Saturday, April 12, S2O welcomes Marshmello, the masked EDM icon known for chart-topping hits like Happier and Alone. He is joined by Timmy Trumpet, a master showman blending electronic beats with live trumpet performances. Adding to the energy, B Jones, a Tomorrowland regular and one of Spain’s top electronic exports, takes the stage alongside Retrovision, the rising bass house sensation, and China’s internationally recognized DJ Sally.
Day two, Sunday, April 13, features a star-studded lineup led by Alan Walker, whose signature melodic sound has captivated millions worldwide with tracks like Faded. The stage will also welcome Major Lazer Soundsystem, the globally renowned trio behind dancehall-infused anthems such as Lean On. Adding a diverse edge to the night, Danny Avila, a pioneer of mainstage techno, will bring his high-energy performance. Joining them are Pauline Herr, an innovative singer-songwriter and producer, and Prophecy, an electrifying duo known for their dynamic sets.
Closing out the festival on Monday, April 14, DJ Snake – the mastermind behind multi-platinum hits like Taki Taki and Let Me Love You – takes center stage. Also gracing the decks is the legendary Diplo, a key force in electronic and pop music with an ever-evolving sound. Fans can also look forward to an exclusive B2B2B performance featuring Brooks, Mesto, and Justin Mylo, delivering a fresh wave of future house energy. Rounding out the night are drum and bass icon Culture Shock and China’s rising bass music star Wukong.
Songkran, Thailand’s traditional New Year festival (April 13-15), turns the country into a lively celebration filled with water-splashing festivities, drawing thousands of tourists who come to experience this joyful and refreshing tradition. From the historic streets of the Old Town to Bangkok’s bustling nightlife, visitors can explore golden temples, floating markets, and world-class street food before diving into the S2O Festival’s high-energy, water-soaked spectacle. Officially supported by the Tourism Authority of Thailand, this event is a must-attend for music lovers and adventure seekers alike.
Regular tickets for Day 1 and Day 2 are still available, while Day 3 tickets, VIP tickets and ticket bundles are sold out. So secure your spot now at the official S2O Festival website: www.s2ofestival.com.
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“Mania” is a great example of how to keep things simple. Tight, swinging drums and a bassline that coils like smoke bring to mind the sweaty, raw energy of the early house scenes in Chicago and New York. Think of Larry Heard’s soulful depths or Frankie Knuckles’ cathedral-sized grooves. It’s not a retro copy, though. Sophie Engerman sings the track’s hypnotic vocal loops with sultry precision, which makes you feel a kind of digital-age restlessness. Engerman’s voice doesn’t just float on top of the mix; it changes it, becoming another percussion sound that puts the listener in a trance. Here, the past and the present meet: the warm imperfections of analog production meet the surgical accuracy of modern production.
This duality brings up bigger questions about how house music has changed over time. Pioneers of the genre often made magical experiences with only drum machines, samplers, and a “do it yourself” mentality. Artists today have access to a huge amount of digital tools. But “Mania” cuts back on purpose, following the idea that “less is more.” Is this a rejection of the extremes of EDM or a deeper nod to the roots of house music? The track’s stripped-down arrangement makes me think of both. Its subtle use of modern flourishes—sub-bass shudders and crisply layered hi-hats—doesn’t distract, but instead strengthens the groove, showing that new ideas don’t need to be overly complicated.
Ky William and the New Guard of the Underground
To understand what “Mania” means, you have to look at Ky William’s life. From humble beginnings, he has become a key figure in the underground’s revivalist wave. His work with Noizu’s Techne imprint and previous records on Nervous Records—a label that connects the past and present of house music—shows that he is familiar with house music’s language but eager to change its syntax. Ky William started Andhera Records, which is one of a number of artist-led labels that put sound quality over market appeal. Examples include Mall Grab’s Steel City Dance Discs and Chaos in the CBD’s In Dust We Trust.
But his work with ANATTA and Factory93 feels especially important. Factory93, Insomniac’s event-driven label, has become a hub for underground acts looking for mainstream-like venues without giving up their integrity. “Mania” isn’t just a song in this situation; it’s a message. It shows that a rough, unfinished house can do well in a business that is usually all about drops that are ready for festivals. Ky William’s rise is part of a larger trend: people are tired of algorithm-driven blandness and are rediscovering the closeness of groove-focused, DJ-friendly tools.
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Titled ‘What You Waiting For’, this electrifying new single sees Chris Valencia continue his upward trajectory, delivering the kind of infectious house energy that has earned him support from heavyweights like Kryder, Robbie Rivera, Thomas Gold, CID, and Firebeatz.
Packed with his unmistakable sonic signature, ‘What You Waiting For’ boasts thumping kick drums, a driving bassline, and an irresistible vocal hook that locks you into the groove. With its perfect balance of power and catchiness, this track is tailor-made for peak-time sets, cementing Chris Valencia’s reputation as a force in the house music scene.
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