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To our wonderful community of EQ Music Blog readers, we are thrilled to share some exciting news! You may have heard that the prestigious SXSW festival, which annually captivates audiences in Austin, Texas, marks its debut in London this June. This event promises to be Europe’s largest, and most dynamic cross-sector networking opportunity, uniting tech innovators, creative visionaries, and influential business leaders to shape the future. But here’s the secret we’ve been eagerly waiting to unveil. We are beyond excited to reveal EQ Music is showcasing some of our favourite emerging artists at this inaugural SXSW London festival. We are co-curating the event EQ Music presents Poptronik, on the 3rd June 2025, 7pm at Jaguar Shoes in Hoxton. We’re excited to showcase an incredible lineup of talented independent artists who we’ve been championing here on the blog. Get ready to experience the mesmerizing sounds of dark-pop senstaion, Nic Billington, the multi-talented wunderkid singer and producer, Lostchild, the evocative and punchy storytelling of singer-songwriter Myylo and the vibrant retro/electro vibes of Sophie Grey. Prepare for an unforgettable experience as we bring fresh talent to the forefront! Admission to this event is by festival pass only – Buy festival passes HERE. Keep an eye on the blog for further SXSW London updates. Check out the first wave of 100 artists announced HERE The post EQ Music Presents Poptronik at SXSW London 2025 appeared first on EQ Music Blog. View the full article

Photo Credit: Pexels Music production and digital content creation is a fast-paced world, and managing payouts to all artists, influencers, and creators involved can quickly become a logistical nightmare. Let’s take a peek at how Tipalti has helped some of the biggest names in the music business, like Symphonic Distribution, Create Music Group, Spitfire Audio, and Thematic stay on track with efficiency and compliance in royalty payouts. The following was created in collaboration with Tipalti, a company DMN is proud to be partnering with. Tipalti transforms payout operations for digital music brands, allowing these companies to focus on creativity and growth. Automated tax compliance is a huge part of that, with Tipalti’s ability to manage tax compliance requirements in more than 196 countries. The company’s global reach enables financial operations for companies across the globe—especially where cross-border transactions add extra work and complexity. Tech-focused music distribution company Symphonic Distribution uses Tipalti to automate royalty payouts for over 100,000 clients that represent 500,000 artists. The company’s proprietary SplitShare service allows creators to add collaborators, set revenue splits, and ensure automatic monthly payments. With Tipalti, Symphonic has eliminated manual processes, enhanced client security, and streamlined tax data collection—enabling a lean team to scale the business with fewer operational bottlenecks. Meanwhile, Create Music Group and its artist-first approach uses Tipalti for an automated solution for global payouts and accounts payable. By integrating Tipalti with its ERP, NetSuite, Create Music Group reduced its payment processing time from several days down to just one hour. The company also implemented a custom iFrame for artist onboarding, which allows Create Music Group to maintain brand recognition while enhancing customer loyalty. The direct results of Tipalti’s technology include reduced payment workload by 36 days annually, centralized operations under a single system, and fast and error-free payouts to more than 25,000 artists. Spitfire Audio also transformed its royalty payment process through its partnership with Tipalti. The company is a leader in cinematic sound libraries and was previously managing payouts to 700+ musicians manually—which equated to six weeks of manual work. With Tipalti, this process now only takes 30 minutes. Because of this success, Spitfire Audio also moved accounts payable and procurement management over to Tipalti, which freed up its finance team’s time even further. With Tipalti, Spitfire Audio automated over 1,500 global payouts, eliminated manual data entry while reducing errors, and reduced payment processing time from weeks to hours. Thematic also partnered with Tipalti to handle its complex royalty and licensing payments. For this digital content platform, Tipalti created a self-service portal for artists to help standardize the collection of tax and bank data—streamlining global payouts in the process. Thematic also integrated Tipalti’s API to build a centralized dashboard, allowing artists to choose their preferred payment methods and receive funds faster. For companies in the music industry, efficiently and securely paying digital creators is more than just an operational task—it’s a critical part of building lasting relationships with artists and creators. Tipalti Mass Payments has helped companies like Symphonic Distribution, Create Music Group, Spitfire Audio, and Thematic reduce the manual workload while creating a better experience for their global communities. If you’re in the music production and services industry, consider how Tipalti may help you accelerate your payout operation and support creators. Tipalti can help music companies scale business with ease by automating manual tasks, achieving global tax compliance, and streamlining payouts worldwide. Reach out to Tipalti to learn more about transforming your financial operations. View the full article

Photo Credit: J. Cole by Kee1992 / CC by 3.0 J. Cole’s Dreamville Festival plans to continue on under a different brand. The Raleigh festival was set to end this year, after launching in 2018. J. Cole previously announced his North Carolina-based Dreamville Festival would be ending this year, less than a decade after it launched in 2018. But Dreamville and Roc Nation promoter, Sascha Stone Guttfreund, announced at a press conference last week that the festival will go on, but under a different name. Details are sparse, but Guttfreund unveiled a plan to continue bringing large-scale music shows to Raleigh for the foreseeable future. “We’re going to be here for years to come. This is a multi-year deal, and we’re so excited to be working with the city of Raleigh together on something new and exciting, and to continue to build on this incredible thing that we’ve done over the years,” he explained. According to Guttfreund, the new festival is set to be held at Dorothea Dix Park for at least the next four years. “We’re using the Dreamville label to a certain extent,” added Raleigh City Manager Marchell Adams-David. “[Cole] will obviously be involved, whether or not he headlines. That’s probably not going to be an occurrence, but he is a local resident. He is totally committed to this community, and he is totally committed to this festival.” “We wanted to keep the feeling of just the community. We call it our family reunion. I think a lot of people from all over the world and from all 50 states come in, and it’s good to be able to do it here in North Carolina,” said Ib Hamad, J. Cole’s longtime manager and business partner. The final edition of J. Cole’s Dreamville Festival is set to kick off this weekend, with headliners J. Cole, Lil Wayne and the Hot Boys and Big Tymers, Erykah Badu, and 21 Savage. Other performances will include GloRilla, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Ludacris, Tems, Chief Keef, Wale, Coco Jones, Ab-Soul, Young Nudy, Keyshia Cole, and BigXthaPlug. View the full article

Photo Credit: Bruce Springsteen by Takahiro Kyono / CC by 2.0 Bruce Springsteen announces a box set of seven “lost albums,” totaling 83 songs. The collection, Tracks II: The Lost Albums, releases on June 27. It’s about to be a big year for Bruce Springsteen fans. The Boss is set to release a box set featuring some of his previously unreleased music. Tracks II: The Lost Albums drops on June 27, containing 83 songs recorded across four decades, 74 of which have never been officially released. The collection spans 1983 to 2018, compiling “full records, some of them even to the point of being mixed and not released,” said Springsteen, who says the project came together during the COVID-19 pandemic. “I’ve played this music to myself and often close friends for years now,” he added. “I’m glad you’ll get a chance to finally hear them. I hope you enjoy them.” The 75-year-old star can be heard spanning his career in this collection, from his early Nebraska sounds on a record called LA Garage Sessions 83. Meanwhile, Streets of Philadelphia Sessions expands on the sounds Springsteen experimented with for the 1993 film “Philadelphia,” which includes synthesizers and drum loops, and even some hip-hop influence. The next album, The Ghost of Tom Joad, returns to his previous sound in 1995. Faithless is the soundtrack to a film that was never made, while some country-adjacent sounds rear their head for Somewhere North of Nashville. Twilight Hours presents a “noirish” sound, while Inyo offers “richly woven border tales.” Each album offers something different for die-hard Springsteen fans to relish in. The physical release includes a 100-page book with rare archival photos and liner notes for each record. An additional 20-song selection from across the collection will also be released. Bruce Springsteen returns to the road in the UK this summer, his third in a row, with performances in Manchester and Liverpool. On Record Store Day (April 12), Springsteen and the Killers will release the Encore at the Garden EP, which documents the New Jersey native’s surprise appearance alongside the band at Madison Square Garden in 2022. His most recent album, Only the Strong Survive, also debuted in 2022. View the full article

Photo Credit: Ed Sheeran by Eva Rinaldi / CC by 2.0 Coachella makes a few last-minute lineup changes, securing Weezer and Ed Sheeran, as several artists cancel their sets. Ed Sheeran and Weezer have been added to the 2025 Coachella lineup ahead of the festival kicking off this weekend. Weezer will play the Mojave tent on Saturday, April 12, from 3:10-3:55, during the festival’s first weekend. Sheeran plays during the second weekend, during the 3-4 PM time slot on Saturday, April 19. Both acts are followed by Yo Gabba Gabba!’s set on the same stage at 4:45 PM. Their addition to the Coachella lineup comes as several artists have cancelled their planned performances, including FKA twigs, Anitta, and Gel. FKA twigs has been forced to cancel all North American dates for her Eusexua Tour due to ongoing visa issues. “Production did not fill out the correct paperwork in a timely manner for us to have our visas to come to the USA to perform,” she explained in a social media post. Meanwhile, Brazilian pop star Anitta announced a couple weeks back that she would have to back out of Coachella, citing “unexpected personal reasons.” Similarly, New Jersey hardcore band Gel announced their sudden breakup last month, accusing former guitarist Anthony Webster of “heinous acts” causing “irreparable damage to the band.” Interestingly, Ed Sheeran and Weezer are arguably big names for last-minute additions, but that might not do much to curb Coachella’s slow ticket sales this year. Both performances take place at the smaller Mojave stage. Both Weezer and Ed Sheeran have several upcoming shows, with Weezer celebrating the 30th anniversary of their self-titled 1994 debut album. The band has several upcoming festival dates this summer. Sheeran just released a new single, “Azizam,” and has a summer chock full of performances lined up. Coachella 2025 sees Lady Gaga, Green Day, Travis Scott, and Post Malone headline the main stage at the Indio, California, festival over the next two weekends. The lineup also includes performances from Charli XCX, Megan Thee Stallion, and Missy Elliott. View the full article

Photo Credit: Nik Trump’s broad-ranging tariffs may have ultimately delayed a TikTok deal, leading to the latest 75-day extension to make room for more negotiations. The Trump administration sounded confident that it was nearing a deal for TikTok’s operations to be spun off in the US into another company owned by a majority of American investors. But that deal seems to have been shuttered by Beijing at the eleventh hour in the face of Trump’s wide-ranging tariffs, including against China. According to those close to the matter, representatives for TikTok’s China-based parent ByteDance called off the deal, telling White House officials it was a no-go until they could negotiate about trade and tariffs. The near-deal, led by Vice President JD Vance’s team, called for a 120-day closing period to finalize the financing and paperwork. It involved a group of investors that includes Oracle, Blackstone, Andreessenn Horowitz, and several others. Notably, ByteDance would still have maintained a minority ownership stake in the new company, under the 20% threshold required by Congress. Allegedly, the deal had the approval of existing investors, new investors, ByteDance, and the administration. But those negotiations were placed on hold by the Chinese government once Trump’s tariffs went into effect. Now, a group of TikTok investors is suing ByteDance, claiming the company sabotaged the proposed acquisition in order to maintain control over TikTok’s US operations. This, they say, is in violation of antitrust laws. A Florida-based company called TikTok Global, formed by American investors specifically to acquire the social platform’s operations during the first Trump administration, filed the lawsuit in the Southern District of Florida. The company alleges it submitted a $33.3 billion acquisition agreement to ByteDance on September 14, 2020, which purportedly met all requirements set by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States. “Plaintiff would soon discover the game was rigged from the start, because ByteDance had other plans, plans that circumvented proper procedures, stifled competition, and maintained ByteDance’s control over TikTok’s US operations — all under the guise of compliance with the executive order,” reads the lawsuit. TikTok Global claims ByteDance ignored its allegedly compliant offer, instead pursuing a partnership with Oracle which did not fully address national security concerns. Investors say the situation escalated when then-Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced that Oracle had been selected as TikTok’s “trusted technology partner” in the US. The lawsuit seeks at least $58 billion in damages from ByteDance, TikTok Inc., and ByteDance founder Yiming Zhang. TikTok Global is also requesting preliminary and permanent injunctive relief requiring ByteDance to divest TikTok’s US operations to them, asserting they are “unequivocally entitled to recover those losses.” The filing comes as the deal for TikTok remains in limbo, the result of the emerging trade war between China and the United States. Trump has said he would consider lessening tariffs on China if the government would negotiate on the TikTok deal. The outcome remains to be seen. On Friday, Trump extended the deadline for TikTok by another 75 days, pushing the previous April 5 deadline out. It’s the second time he has pushed the deadline since taking office in January. View the full article

Photo Credit: Rajiv Perera Fyre Festival 2 appears to be off to a familiar start as organizers seek to assure the public the festival is happening in Mexico. But local government officials for Playa del Carmen have stated no permits have been granted. Organizers for Fyre Fest 2 took to Instagram with a statement saying they are working with the local government. “FYRE has been working directly with the government of Playa del Carmen (PDC) and their officials since March 5, 2024 to ensure a safe and successful event,” that announcement reads. “All media reports suggesting our team has not been working with the government of PDC are simply inaccurate and based on misinformation.” The festival organizers then provide a timeline of supposed communication with the PDC government, with the last communication supposedly occurring on March 28. “PDC government shared their official support for the event on their Instagram account. Digital Music News can find no record of the supposed support. Instead, a message released in Spanish on April 4 to the PDC residents states: “To the residents of Playa del Carmen— In relation to the information that has begun to circulate about a supposed event called ‘Fyre 2’ the municipal government of Playa del Carmen informs the public that no event with that name will take place in our city,” the statement begins. “After a responsible review of the situation, it is confirmed that there is no record, planning, or conditions that indicate the holding of such an event in the municipality. This municipal government is acting with responsibility and commitment—always with priority placed on public order, security, and social coexistence.” “We reiterate that any official information will be communicated directly through the corresponding official channels.” Digital Music News reviewed the documents provided by the Fyre Festival 2 organizers as ‘evidence’ that the festival will go forward. The actual permits supplied appear to be for a gathering of 250 people, using recorded music, for a total of 12 hours between 12 am – 4 am spread over three days. A noise ordinance in place says the music cannot be over 100 decibels. The permit appears to be from a beach club that would put on a show for a small audience—not a massive music festival as Billy McFarland is leading people to believe. The video of the official government account shared by Fyre Festival 2 organizers includes the notice translated above—that no event by the name of Fyre Festival 2 is happening within the municipality. It’s also worth noting that Billy McFarland said performers would be revealed within the next two weeks—two weeks ago. View the full article

A crane collapsed during the opening day of AXE Ceremonia, a popular music festival held at Parque Bicentenario in Mexico City, resulting in the deaths of two people and prompting the event's abrupt cancellation, its organizers confirmed Sunday. The victims, identified as photographers Berenice Giles and Miguel Hernández, were killed Saturday when the structure at the festival site gave way during a gust of wind, according to reports by the Associated Press and local newspaper El Universal. The two were rushed to Dr. Rubén Leñero General Hospital with traumatic brain injuries and multiple fractures, Mexican public health agency IMSS-Bienestar confirmed. "It is with profound sadness that we confirm the deaths of the two people injured during today’s incident," the festival's organizers said in a statement, translated from Spanish. "We are deeply saddened by this loss. We are contacting their families to be with them during this difficult time and offer our full support and solidarity. The safety of our community has always been our priority, and we have maintained, as we have from the very beginning, close collaboration and complete openness with the authorities." AXE Ceremonia, which draws tens of thousands of music fans annually for its celebration of Latin music, was set to run over two days. Saturday’s tragic incident led to the cancellation of Sunday's scheduled performances—like influential electronic music group Massive Attack and chart-topping rapper Tyler, The Creator—and Ticketmaster will issue automatic refunds for those who had purchased tickets, organizers said in a separate statement. The tragedy has rippled through the music industry at large, with tributes pouring in for Giles and Hernández. "My heart is with the families and friends of Miguel and Berenice," said Grammy-winning dance-pop superstar Charli XCX, who performed at AXE Ceremonia the night prior. Both photographers were reportedly on assignment for Mr. Indie, a Spanish-language music site. The outlet on Sunday lamented their deaths in a statement, writing, "Bere and Miguel weren't just part of Mr. Indie. They were our friends, our colleagues, our eyes behind the music." AXE Ceremonia's organizers said they are working closely with local authorities to investigate the collapse and ensure support for the victims' families.

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 PicksSkrillex, Zacari, Starrah - MOMENTUM (feat. IIykimchi)Byegone, shy tea - Boiling Pointwhoisinnocent - this low againStarsmith - Leave Me Slowly (Babsy. Remix)Alex Bone, informal. - Self EsteemJersey - Talk TonightBUNT. - Only FriendsConrad - we stayed up all nightIts Jakes, m3gatron - in your tranceheylucas - just listenLeDorean - Take Me to ULAGOS IN PARIS, Stevo Atambire & TSIE - Afro G Western

Following a 5-year hiatus Carl Cox’s techno record label Intec Digital has reemerged with a brand-new EP from Carlo Lio and M.I.T.A. titled ‘Chasing Ghosts.’ Originally founded in 1998 by Carl Cox and DJ C1, the then titled Intec Records played host to releases from huge names including Richie Hawtin, Pete Tong, and Paul Oakenfold. Its greatest success came in 2002 with the release of Tomaz and Filterheadz’s techno marvel ‘Sunshine’ which sold 25000 copies. Intec Records ran up until 2006 and then made its return in January 2010 under the new name Intec Digital. The label has been silent since 2020, but now it’s made its comeback with an explosive EP from Carlo Lio and M.I.T.A. which could be the start of a resurgence for Intec Digital. The ‘Chasing Ghosts’ EP features 3 tracks: ‘Chasing Ghosts’, ‘AFREAKA!’, and ‘The Artist’s Struggle.’ Each offers a unique sound while sticking to the infectious, funky, high energy you expect to see from a release on Intec Digital. The return of the label is a welcome one which hopefully will continue its return with more groovy releases akin to this excellent opening EP.

The Weekend Festival’s lineup is being expanded with new superstars, as world-renowned DJ/producers Hardwell and Robin Schulz join the event’s artist roster. Other top producers are now also being announced for Weekend, including Finnish power duo Super8 & Tab, who are celebrating their 20th anniversary, and Vini Vici, a regular at dance music’s biggest festivals. Weekend will be held at Vermo Event Park in Espoo, Finland on August 1–2. Dutchman Hardwell has had a career spanning over ten years, and has been twice named the world’s best DJ. With 1.3 billion YouTube views and over six million monthly Spotify listeners, he is one of the most influential and widely recognized artists in electronic dance music. Hardwell is a regular at the world’s biggest festivals, and his Revealed label has brought numerous new artists to prominence. Robin Schulz is Germany’s most successful international solo artist of all time. He has risen to global stardom and become known for his unique blend of house, electronic and pop in his music. Schulz is one of the most streamed DJs of all time with over 26 million Spotify listeners. Super8 & Tab, formed by Miika Eloranta and Janne Mansnerus, is the highest-ranked Finnish duo on the international DJ Mag top 100 list and has released five studio albums, four compilations and over a hundred singles during their long career. Vini Vici, a line-up of Israelis Aviram Saharai and Matan Kadosh, has become one of the top names in the genre worldwide with their psychedelic trance. The real surprise of the festival will be the b2b show by Dutch artists Atmozfears and Frontliner, which will not leave anyone indifferent. Other artists now announced for the Weekend include British DJ/producer Aaron Hibell, Dutch hardstyle artist Bass Modulators, one of Belgium’s most popular producers Coone, Norwegian electro house master K-391, French artist Malaa, who hides behind a balaclava, Slovak artist Nifra, who was twice chosen as the best female trance artist, French producers Space 92 and POPOF‘s new joint project Space 92 x POPOF Present: Turbulences, and Swedish melodic techno artist Valdés. In addition, Finnish acts Heavyweight and TMPR will perform on the Future Stage, as well as Agnia, Atro and Heikki L b2b Markson on the already legendary CNNTC stage. Dutch DJ superstar Armin van Buuren and Australian top producer Fisher have already been announced as headliners for the event. Weekend offers a unique lineup of top electronic dance music performers from a wide range of genres this year. Two-day ticket sales have started strongly, and now we have also put one-day tickets on sale. This year’s Purple Dimension theme takes Weekend‘s overall look to a whole new level. In addition to music, the main focus is on lights, lasers and pyrotechnics, which will awaken every sense of the audience, says Weekend Festival‘s Marketing Director Atro Anttila. Weekend‘s daily lineup of performers has now been published, and at the same time all ticket types, including one-day tickets, have been opened for sale.

Vancouver-born producer Heat Ledger is turning up the heat with his electrifying new single, “El Calor” — a Latin-infused house track that brings the rhythm, energy, and undeniable club vibes. Inspired by the sultry Miami nightlife and the timeless grooves of ‘90s house music, “El Calor” is a hypnotic blend of crisp percussion, deep pulsing basslines, and a sultry vocal hook that demands movement. The track’s standout lyric — “El calor va subiendo, los cuerpos van bajando” (As the heat rises, bodies hit the floor) — perfectly captures the track’s intoxicating effect. Driven by a seductive Latin acoustic guitar riff and a groove that blends classic house with a modern global twist, “El Calor” showcases Heat Ledger’s signature production style: tight, energetic, and immersive. It’s a high-octane ride from start to finish — the kind of song that transforms any space into a sweaty, late-night dance floor. “This track was born out of a deep love for the energy of Miami clubs and the classic house records I grew up on,” says Heat Ledger. “I wanted to create something that brings that same fire — something that makes people feel alive.” “El Calor” marks a bold new chapter for Heat Ledger as he explores Latin influences for the first time, expanding his sonic palette while staying true to the house foundations that define his sound. Follow Heat Ledger on Socials: https://www.instagram.com/heatledgerofficial/ https://www.tiktok.com/@_heatonthebeat https://www.facebook.com/HeatLedgerMusic Follow Ingate Records: https://www.instagram.com/ingaterecords/ The post Heat Ledger Ignites the Dance Floor with Latin-Infused House Banger “El Calor” appeared first on EDMNOMAD. View the full article

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Grammy-winning live electronic group RÜFÜS DU SOL announced that their highly praised album Inhale / Exhale will have an official remix package coming out on May 1. 2. Adriatique‘s remix of “In the Moment” is out now on Rose Avenue/Reprise Record. It gives you a sneak peek at the future 15-track remix collection. 1. Inhale / Exhale Remixed is a celebration of the band’s deep ties to club music and undeniable impact in the electronic space. It adds to their legacy as both creators and tastemakers. As well as Adriatique’s “In The Moment” remix, Inhale / Exhale Remixed will have music by the Turkish-Italian underground star Carlita, the Haitian house producer Francis Mercier, the Peruvian DJ Sofia Kourtesis, the Swiss heavyweight Andrea Oliva, the German deep house artist Emanuel Satie, the melodic innovator Enamour, the Afro-tech powerhouse Nitefreak, and many more. Leading Inhale / Exhale Remixed, Adriatique reimagination of “In the Moment” in their signature sound, adding airy synthwork and driving basslines to RÜFÜS’s soft original to make the dancefloor jump. RÜFÜS and Adriatique have worked together before, with RÜFÜS’s version of “On My Knees” being the first track on the band’s Surrender (Remixes) album in 2002. On February 22, the next year, RÜFÜS covered Adriatique and WhoMadeWho’s Rose Avenue song “Miracle“. The “In The Moment” remix brings the pair back together with a new version that captures the late-night energy of Inhale / Exhale Re. mixed. You can now stream Adriatique’s remix of “In The Moment” on all devices and pre-order Inhale / Exhale Remixed. The post Adriatique drops remix for RÜFÜS DU SOL ‘In The Moment’ appeared first on The Groove Cartel.

Dutch electronic giants and live artists Tinlicker release their new single ‘I Started A Fire’ featuring London-based producer Hero Baldwin, out now on Remember The Future/[PIAS]. The duo’s ability to connect emotionally with their collaborators as well as their audiences, beautifully showcased on their acclaimed last album ‘Cold Enough For Snow’, has made them a creative force. Their signature sound weaves melodic elements with soulful vocals, evocative lyrics, heart-felt indie guitar and orchestral strands into danceable as well as listenable music. As well as their peerless catalogue of releases, Tinlicker have produced successful remixes for alt-J, deadmau5, Kosheen. With support from the likes of Billboard, DJ Mag, BBC Radio 1, SiriusXM they continue to re-define electronic music. The yearning, sweet vocal begins its clear and heart-stirring singing of the emotional lyrics supported by evocative piano chord pairs, before the beat and lively percussion provide a contrast and danceability and sustained, horn-like chords supply background melody to the song. Grab your copy here. This song is about the loss of trust and love, about someone who stands by andwatches you fall apart just to protect their own pride. Working with Jordi and Micha, they seem topull something out of me that resonates with my emotional landscape every time we make a song. Ithink it’s so important to feel creatively and emotionally secure and Jordi and Micha always affordme that privilege HERO BALDWIN The new single heralds Tinlicker’s April Coachella shows, marking the start of their prestigious European & North American festival run which also includes Paaspop NL, Lightning in a Bottle US, Brooklyn Mirage NYC, and London’s Live In The Park. If you can’t get to see them, rumour has it they are working on a new album, something for us all to look forward to. The post Tinlicker & Hero Baldwin Collaborate on Heartfelt Single -‘I Started a Fire’ appeared first on EDMTunes.

EVAN GIIA kicks off a new chapter with ‘HARD FEELINGS’, the first of three upcoming singles from the Breakaway Projects signee. Known for her powerful vocals and emotionally charged lyrics, the Brooklyn-based artist doesn’t hold back on this raw and relatable release. ‘HARD FEELINGS’ dives into the ache of losing a close friend, echoing sentiments of betrayal and disappointment with lines like “I thought this shit was real, but I guess you got enough.” The track balances vulnerability with defiance, wrapped in punchy production that amplifies GIIA’s vocal intensity. “I wrote ‘HARD FEELINGS’ while processing a friend breakup. Nothing hits harder than losing a close friend,” says EVAN GIIA. “I’m so excited to be teaming up with my favorite festival and team, Breakaway, for the release of this song. See you on stage in Dallas and Tampa singing this one loud and proud!” The release also marks a milestone as her first on Breakaway Projects, the label arm of the nation’s leading independent music festival brand. Backed by industry heavyweights like The Orchard, Breakaway Projects aims to support the next generation of artists with full-service development and distribution. With career highlights that include over 75 million streams on her breakout hit ‘WESTWORLD’, a #1 U.S. Dance Radio single ‘Don’t Let Me Let Go’ with Dillon Francis and Illenium, and charting at #7 on Billboard Dance with ‘Burning’ alongside Gorgon City, EVAN GIIA has firmly established herself in the scene. She’s also lit up stages at Coachella, EDC, Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, and of course, Breakaway. Fans can catch her performing ‘HARD FEELINGS’ live at Breakaway Dallas on April 6th and Breakaway Tampa on April 26th. Expect an emotional singalong moment during her set. Listen below via Spotify: The post EVAN GIIA Drops Emotional New Single ‘HARD FEELINGS’ appeared first on EDMTunes.

North Coast Music Festival finishes off its 15th-anniversary artist lineup with a phase 2 announcement for the 2025 event. This top-tier lineup will take the stage at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, IL from August 29-31, 2025. NCM is already generating significant buzz with its massive headliners. Previously, in phase one, they announced headliners like Chris Lake, Excision, Galantis, Zedd, and more. Now, they have added psychedelic dubstep legend Liquid Stranger, bass duo ATLiens, electro-soul artist Daily Bread, and more to the already stacked lineup. Fans are in for a truly special experience as the event celebrates over a decade of exceptional music and innovation. New Phase 2 Artists Joining the already impressive roster, the newly announced artists include some of the biggest names in bass music, electronic, and more. Liquid Stranger, ATLiens, and Daily Bread bring their distinct sounds to the stage, adding to the festival’s bass-heavy vibe. Other new names include LYNY, Zingara, INFEKT, Oppidan, CELO, and Tazu, who promise to keep the energy high with their boundary-pushing discographies. This phase of announcements complements the previously revealed talent such as RL Grime, REZZ, Seven Lions, Kaskade, and Timmy Trumpet. North Coast Music Festival 2025 Full Lineup ATLiens Chris Lake deadmau5 (Drum N Bass Set) Excision Galantis Kaskade Liquid Stranger Louis The Child Of The Trees Rezz RL Grime Seven Lions Sofi Tukker Timmy Trumpet VOYD by SVDDEN DEATH ZEDD Zeds Dead Apashe Benny Benassi Daily Bread Detox Unit Kai Wachi KREAM LP Giobbi NGHTMRE b2b Dimension Peekaboo b2b Caspa Ray Volpe Tinlicker (DJ) Wax Motif Zingara Bonnie x Clyde Distinct Motive Heyz Ian Asher INFEKT Jon Casey Joshwa Juelz Kaleena Zanders Lil Texas LYNY MC4D Oppidan Skepsis Taiki Nulight Westend Yookie Audio-Freq Caster Celo Control Freak Darksiderz Dennett Dogma Kreation MUZZ Prosecute Pyke Rohaan Sherm Stooges: Hamro – Blvnkspvce – Sqishi Tazu VKTM Waterspirit Tickets and the Ultimate North Coast Festival Experience North Coast 2025 isn’t just about a stacked lineup—it’s about creating an unforgettable experience for all attendees. Alongside this powerhouse lineup, the festival continues to prioritize unique fan experiences, offering fan-favorite stages and art installations. Attendees can look forward to the return of The Chill Dome, Incendia’s Fire Pit Stage, and the beloved NCMF Yacht Club. Additionally, this year, there’s a new GA PLUS ticket offering, providing attendees with express entry, air-conditioned restrooms, and an exclusive 15-Year Anniversary pin. Platinum ticket holders can enjoy VIP amenities such as exclusive all-you-can-drink-and-eat bars and the luxurious Platinum Lounge. Don’t miss out—tickets are on sale now at North Coast Festival’s website. The post Complete 2025 North Coast Music Festival Lineup appeared first on EDMTunes.

World-renown, Chicago-Native Star Kaskade joins long-time collaborator and Australian producer Lipless. Out now on Colorize, the single ‘State of Mind’ brings these two masterminds together for a Progressive House feast. Blending lush synth textures, euphoric basslines, and cinematic atmospheres, ‘State Of Mind’ arrives on the heels of Lipless’ single Incomplete and stands as a defining moment for Colorize in 2025. With early support from electronic heavyweights like Above & Beyond, Chicane, Cosmic Gate, Paul van Dyk, and Oliver Heldens, the single is poised to be a landmark release. A first major collaboration came in 2016 with a remix of Ry X’s ‘Only,’ a track that would go on to earn a GRAMMY nomination. Since then, their synergy has been undeniable, with Lipless contributing to Kx5’s (Kaskade & Deadmau5) ‘Alive,’ ‘Take Me High,’ and ‘Avalanche‘ while also making waves as a solo artist. Now, nine years after their first hit together, they return with a track that not only celebrates their creative evolution but also highlights their continued trust and chemistry. Kaskade and Lipless Storyline Few partnerships can carry the depth and longevity like the one of Kaskade and Lipless. What began as a mentorship has evolved into a formidable creative alliance, now culminated in their latest release. Moreover, it features the ethereal vocals of British singer-songwriter Poppy Baskcomb. State Of Mind arrives as a testament to years of collaboration, mutual respect, and the kind of musical connection that stands the test of time. Not just another entry in their discography, this is a track that celebrates the journey they’ve taken together, proving that the best partnerships only get stronger with time. Their journey together traces back over a decade, to when a teenage Lipless – then an aspiring producer in Melbourne – was sending demos to Kaskade’s MySpace inbox. Rather than dismiss them, Kaskade listened, offered feedback, and gradually brought Lipless into his creative orbit. In 2014, Kaskade went a step further, helping Lipless move to Los Angeles & it was there that Lipless truly found his sound and his alias was born. “When I first heard the vocal demo, the lyrics really resonated with me on a deeper level. I felt such a connection with it and how it talks about being in a better place or better ‘State Of Mind’. I was coming out of a tough year and had worked hard to get myself into a better place mentally and physically and when this demo came along it almost felt as if the universe had intended for it to make its way into my hands. I showed the demo to Kaskade and he also felt a connection to it, so we decided to work on it together and did our best to produce it in a way that paid tribute to the overall uplifting nature of the song.” Lipless Don’t forget to breathe, and enjoy this new ‘State of Mind: The post Kaskade and Lipless Reunite For ‘State Of Mind’ appeared first on EDMTunes.

April 2025 is already delivering a vibrant array of fresh sounds and new music tracks to liven up your playlists. This month’s selection, handpicked by EDMNOMAD, showcases a diverse palette of electronic music, from seamless melodic house fusions and forward-thinking progressive textures to captivating vocal anthems and innovative reimagining of beloved classics. The curated selection awaits you below: Joris Voorn x YOTTO, x White Lies – Seventeen Seventeen is a seamless fusion of melodic house and nostalgic indie influence, as Joris Voorn and YOTTO craft an uplifting yet deeply emotive production featuring the distinct vocals of White Lies’ Harry McVeigh. Built around soaring chord progressions and atmospheric textures, the track exudes a wistful energy, capturing the exhilaration and uncertainty of youth. McVeigh’s evocative lyrics channel the highs and lows of adolescence, intertwining seamlessly with the duo’s crisp percussion and progressive synth work. The result is a mesmerizing journey through melody and emotion, perfectly suited for euphoric festival moments or introspective late-night sets. Stream here Joachim Pastor – PHANTOMGRID PHANTOMGRID is a forward-thinking production that bridges past and future, marking the first glimpse into Joachim Pastor’s upcoming album. Infused with progressive energy and electro-tinged textures, the track reimagines 8-bit nostalgia within a contemporary club framework. Crisp synth leads and dynamic basslines drive the composition, creating a hypnotic blend of retro gaming influences and cutting-edge electronic production. Both timeless and innovative, PHANTOMGRID is a new music track designed to captivate listeners on both the dancefloor this April 2025, setting the stage for what’s to come next from Joachim. Stream here Eelke Kleijn feat. Josha Daniel – Lost In The Deep Eelke Kleijn unveils Lost In The Deep, the seventh single from his upcoming album Connected. This release is a part of Kleijn’s first vocal-led album, showcasing a refined blend of indie dance and melodic house. Josha Daniel’s vocals weave seamlessly into the track’s deep basslines, warm pads, and expressive melodies, crafting an atmospheric and emotive experience. With cinematic precision, “Lost In The Deep” captures raw emotion and atmospheric depth. Stream here Cat Dealers, Tineway feat. Dani Doucette – Cry For You Cat Dealers and Tineway reimagine September’s iconic Cry For You with a fresh, club-focused twist. Dani Doucette’s vocals add new emotional depth. The track blends nostalgic melodies with driving basslines and late-night energy. Keeping the essence of the original, this version hits harder on the dancefloor. A modern take on a timeless classic. Stream here KIMMIC feat. MIMI – Broken Bones KIMMIC and MIMI inject fresh energy into a cult classic with their rendition of Broken Bones, a vibrant take on Love Inc’s beloved house anthem. Far from fractured, this version sees MIMI’s soulful yet pop-tinged vocals glide effortlessly over shimmering melodies, transforming the fan-favorite into a powerful and contemporary dance floor weapon. Stream here HI-LO & Sarah de Warren – Born To Love HI-LO and Sarah de Warren delivers Born To Love, a new music track this April 2025. This one is a dark, hypnotic club anthem built on pulsing basslines and sultry vocals. The track’s seductive energy intensifies with every beat, blending deep grooves and emotional intensity. A perfect fusion of HI-LO’s signature sound and Sarah’s evocative lyricism, this one lingers long after the music stops. Stream here Wakyin & Vibarco – Matador Wakyin and Vibarco come together for Matador, a mesmerizing fusion of Latin rhythms, melodic house, and techno. Ethereal synths and pulsing basslines lay the foundation for Vibarco’s evocative vocals, which weave effortlessly through haunting harmonies and hypnotic beats. The track builds with dynamic percussion and cinematic tension, balancing light and dark elements to create an intoxicating journey. Stream here This glimpse into the new electronic music for April 2025 highlights the ongoing creativity and innovation within the genre. Featuring a variety of styles and collaborations, these releases offer something for every electronic music enthusiast to discover and enjoy. Stay tuned for more exciting sounds as the year unfolds. The post Fresh Beats: Your Guide to April 2025’s New Music appeared first on EDMNOMAD. View the full article

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