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KAS:ST makes an impressive return to the HILOMATIK record label of HI-LO, the techno alias of Oliver Heldens, with his new single, ‘Sound Of The Soul’. In fact, this release of this exciting track is building on the momentum of his 2024 release, ‘DGAF’. Furthermore, this fresh track explores the deeper, more melodic facets of his sound, fusing powerful driving rhythms with rich, emotive undertones. The composition resonates with an undeniable intensity, creating a listening experience that reaches deep into the heart of techno music. In his own words, KAS:ST described ‘Sound Of The Soul’ as a perfect reflection of his unique musical style. He expressed, “With ‘Sound Of The Soul’, I wanted to create a powerful track while keeping the emotional and melancholic touch that defines my style, to pair with this beautiful vocal that brings deep intensity to the track. This track has been a key part of my sets over the past months, always creating a special connection with the crowd”. With its compelling energy and emotion, ‘Sound Of The Soul’ invites listeners to embark on a transformative auditory journey. Additionally, the track definitely does leave an indelible mark on the dance floor. Click ‘Play’ on the Spotify link below to stream ‘Sound Of The Soul’ from KAS:ST, a track that illuminates feel-good emotions everywhere. The post KAS:ST Brings Out Intense Techno Vibes in ‘Sound Of The Soul’ appeared first on EDMTunes.

The 2025 season of Solomun +1 promises to be one for the books, brimming with standout moments and high-caliber performances at Pacha Ibiza. This year’s lineup strikes a balance between trusted allies, musical pioneers, and intriguing newcomers. Returning favorites include Jamie xx, Four Tet, Âme, DJ Gigola, Denis Sulta, Chloé Caillet, Steve Angello, and Job Jobse—each bringing their own unique flavor to the +1 experience. Solomun himself will take center stage for four all-night-long sets—marking the opening, June, July, and closing parties. These marathon sessions will offer fans the fully immersive, emotionally charged musical journeys that have become the cornerstone of his legacy. Fresh off a showstopping audiovisual set at The Sphere in Las Vegas and riding the buzz from his new remix of Empire of the Sun’s “Television”, Solomun arrives on the island with creative momentum, a clear vision, and his signature drive to push boundaries. 2025 also marks several exciting firsts. Caribou will make his long-anticipated +1 debut with a rare DJ set. Carlita joins the bill with her genre-blurring, globally inspired sound, while Anyma brings his signature melodic touch to the booth for the very first time. Peggy Gou makes a triumphant return after a multi-season hiatus, and The Dare—an underground force emerging from New York’s fashion, art, and nightlife scenes—adds an edgy twist to the lineup. The season runs weekly throughout the summer at Pacha Ibiza starting August 6. Don’t forget your +1. The post Solomun +1 Returns to Ibiza with a Bold Vision for the 2025 Season appeared first on EDMTunes.

Hardwell is back with a bang, having just unleashed his latest electrifying track, ‘Sanctuary‘. This track is a storm on the dance floor, with a bassline that promises to keep the energy and vibes going all night. Moreover, ‘Sanctuary’ showcases deep, roaring synths that take us back to Hardwell’s early years, expertly tapping into the nostalgia that new and OG ravers crave. The banging rave track embellishes Hardwell’s mastery, proving once again that he is one of the legendary talents in the EDM scene. In addition to music-making, Hardwell is still actively playing shows and popping up at festivals. Currently, the longtime EDM powerhouse will be playing at Ultra Europe, Tomorrowland, and Parookaville this summer. If you like the new tune, look out for Hardwell’s upcoming performances in an area near you. With the track’s captivating melodies and energy-driven bass, you’ll be in a ‘Sanctuary’ of sound. To learn more about Hardwell, visit his social pages or website, and don’t forget to check out ‘Sanctuary’ below. Photo via Facebook: Hardwell The post Hardwell Drops Electric New Single ‘Sanctuary’ appeared first on EDMTunes.

After garnering multiple wins and nominations for the Academy Award for Best Picture, A24 now has its eyes on the music industry. The renowned studio, which is behind a bevy of the most popular independent films of the last two decades, took to social media this week to mysteriously teased a project involving music. It shared a teaser alerting fans to the new venture, including a cryptic caption: "A24 Music. Stay tuned." Many fans had initially believed A24 launched a record label, but representatives from the studio told TheGamer that A24 Music is centered on the "launch of a new social channel for its music arm." It's worth noting that the company has been running a YouTube channel of the same name since December 2021 and since hosted official audio of songs from some of their films. That includes Everything Everywhere All at Once, which won Best Picture in 2023 ; and X, which was written and directed by Ti West, the husband of electronic music superstar Alison Wonderland. A24 also made waves in the dance music space earlier in 2025, when they announced that they'll be distributing the Charli xcx-led and A.G. Cook-scored film The Moment, from the former's new movie studio, Studio365. Outside of electronic music, A24 is responsible for the critically acclaimed restoration of the Talking Heads' 1984 concert film, Stop Making Sense. Specific details surrounding A24's new music venture have not been made public at the time of this writing.

Photo Credit: Tim Myers For Congress Former OneRepublic bassist Tim Myers announces his run for the US House seat occupied by Rep. Ken Calvert in Riverside County’s 41st District. Tim Myers hopes to oust a long-standing Republican in the Los Angeles area as the Democratic party aims to regain control of the House under Donald Trump’s second presidential term. He announced on Thursday his intention to challenge Rep. Ken Calvert in the 41st District in Riverside County, which stretches from the Los Angeles suburbs to Palm Springs. “Ken Calvert has been in Washington for 30 years,” says Myers in a video announcing his campaign. “The ‘status quo’ isn’t working. It’s how we ended up here to begin with.” Myers grew up in Corona, CA, which mostly falls within the 41st District, but now he lives in neighboring Los Angeles County. The prolific producer, songwriter, and solo artist is positioning himself as an agent of change in a race against one of the most senior members of the House. The 40-year-old Myers says he was in second grade when Calvert — the longest-serving Republican in the state’s congressional delegation — was first elected in 1992. “Our community is being priced out of homeownership, groceries are more expensive every week, and we’re constantly under threat from wildfires and rising crime,” said Myers. “It’s time for a change.” Myers, whose campaign announcement video appears to have been filmed in a recording studio, recalls growing up as a pastor’s son in Corona. He recounts the notoriously cutthroat music business, which eventually led him to create his own record label. The campaign arm of the House of Democrats has named Calvert as a top target in 2026, just as he was in 2024. Calvert’s campaign raised over $1.3 million in the first quarter of 2025, but Republicans hold a slim registration advantage in the district — less than two points over Democrats. California is well known as a liberal protectorate, with Democrats holding every statewide office and outnumbering registered Republicans by a 2-1 ratio. But Republicans retain pockets of political influence in the Southern California suburbs and rural areas, such as the Central Valley farm belt. View the full article

Photo Credit: Blue Origin Celebrities and the hoi polloi are laying into the all-female space tourist crew that Blue Origin sent on an 11 minute journey this week. Katy Perry has been a particular target of ire due to her comments before and after takeoff. Celebrities including Olivia Munn, Emily Ratajkowski, Olivia Wilde, and Amy Schumer all took their shots at the stunt. Olivia Munn’s comments didn’t mince words stating: “What’s the point? Is it historic that you guys are going on a ride? There’s a lot of people who can’t even afford eggs—I think it’s a bit gluttonous. Space exploration was to further our knowledge and help mankind. What are they gonna do up there that has made it better for us down here?” Olivia Wilde shared an image of Katy Perry holding a daisy and the image above, of Katy Perry kissing the ground upon return. “Billion dollars bought some good memes, I guess,” the actress shared on Instagram. Katy Perry’s comments before the flight took place inspired much of the shade thrown her way. Before going up, the singer said “Space is going to finally be glam. Let me tell you something. If I could take glam up with me, I would do that. We are going to put the ‘ass’ back in astronaut.” Fellow tourist Gayle King at least had the cognizance to state she doesn’t consider herself an astronaut and that there’s a distinction between a commercial space flight for tourists and career astronauts who undergo extensive training to go to space. Even the fast food chain Wendy’s decided to throw shade at Katy Perry specifically. Retweeting a PopCrave tweet with the headline, “Katy Perry has returned from space,” the fast-food outlet replied, “Can we send her back?” as a response. The account then reposted the above images with the singer kissing the ground and wrote “I kissed the ground and I liked it” referencing her 2008 hit song, “I Kissed A Girl.” Hours after those Wendy’s posts, Kesha shared a selfie of her sipping from a Wendy’s cup without any caption. Fans interpreted the share as Kesha’s implicit endorsement of the shade thrown Perry’s way—especially after Katy Perry worked with Dr. Luke on her latest album. Kesha has accused Dr. Luke of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse which led to a settlement in 2023. While the blowback against the commercial space flight has been an online phenomenon, it should probably come as no surprise. Some bodegas in the Bronx are now selling ‘loosey’ eggs individually or as bundles of three as the price of eggs has skyrocketed. A dozen eggs now costing more than $12 in many places. ‘Loosies’ used to be a term for illegally splitting cigarette packs and selling individual cigarettes to those who cannot afford a full pack. Many online commenters have pointed out that space tourism feels like the apex of decadence and the high-profile space walk an advertisement for said decadence—while the hoi polloi struggle to afford everyday necessities like eggs. But hey, at least these celebrities came back unscathed from their 11 minute tourism stint in space—some of those who wanted to take a tourist trip to the Titanic with OceanGate did not fare so well. View the full article

Popular songs are getting shorter, with Grammy-winning hits and Spotify chart-toppers shrinking in length. But is streaming really to blame? The answer is more complex, with history, genre, and evolving songwriting trends all playing a role. This article was written by Sonia Chien in collaboration with How Music Charts. Music Trends on Digital Music News is powered by Chartmetric. From viral TikTok tracks to bite-sized Grammy-winning singles, it appears that popular music is getting shorter than ever. As drawn from Chartmetric’s own 2024 Year in Music Report, the average Spotify charting song was around 3 minutes long—nearly 15 seconds shorter than in 2023 and 30 seconds shorter than in 2019. We are also seeing more short-song outliers than in previous decades. A standout example is Lil Yachty’s 83-second hit “Poland” in 2022, which reached Number 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 and currently has nearly 154 million streams. At the 2024 Grammys, nearly 20% of songs clocked in under three minutes. At the 2025 Grammys, two songs that were nominated for Record of the Year, Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso” and Charli xcx’s “360,” were similarly short. It may be tempting to blame shrinking song lengths on the short attention spans of listeners in the streaming age. But music journalist, NYU music professor, and co-host of the podcast Switched on Pop, Charlie Harding, believes there are more factors at play than one might expect. “This trend is multi-variant, with lots of influences,” he told Chartmetric. “It’s not just technology, it’s not just culture.” AABA Form and 78s Historically, song length has been most observably affected by changes in songwriting trends and listening technology. Trends in the early-to-mid 20th century prove that short songs are nothing new. In those years the AABA song structure dominated, with the average song lasting around two minutes and 30 seconds. This was in part due to the limitations of 78 rpm records. In popular use between the 1900s to 1940s, 78s maintained maximum sound quality for only three to five minutes per side. The 1961 hit “Blue Moon” by doo-wop group The Marcels can be distinguished as a quintessential AABA song. At two minutes and 15 seconds, it consists of the classic 32 bars, with two repeating strophes—the older version of a verse—signified by AA, followed by a contrasting bridge (B), and a final repetition of the strophe (A). The AABA era demonstrates that the short song trend has long-standing roots. In fact, the shortest song to ever win Record of the Year at the Grammys was Henry Mancini’s “Days of Wine and Roses” in 1963, a song which lasted just two minutes and five seconds. Verse-Chorus Form The 50s and 60s saw the rise of the verse-chorus form, a trend that enabled more complexity in narrative. “One of the challenges of the AABA song form is that it’s harder to tell a story. There’s not much room,” described Harding. “So the verse-chorus song form starts to tell stories in creative and revolutionary ways.” Verse-chorus form traditionally follows an ABAB pattern, in which the verse (A) advances the song’s main storyline, while the chorus (B) provides the song’s hook and emotional core. Due to technological limitations on vinyl, songs remained on the shorter end until the advent of cassette tapes and CDs. The 12-inch long-playing (LP) record could hold about 22 minutes of music per side. Even so, during this time the growing popularity of the verse-chorus format began to creep song length slowly forward. As that format expanded, songs became even longer. At three minutes and 25 seconds, 1975’s Billboard hit “Love Will Keep Us Together” by Captain & Tennille is an example of a modified verse-chorus form, also featuring a bridge and refrain integration in the chorus, which further lengthens the song. Song Lengths Historically and Today Over the last 100 years or so, popular song length has essentially progressed through three major eras of change, as demonstrated in this chart of Billboard’s top songs of the year by decade, from 1925 to 2024. The most drastic shift in song length of top Billboard singles in the included years is evident in 1985, when “Careless Whisper” by WHAM!’s George Michael led in the charts at a whopping six minutes and 30 seconds, topping the previous year’s chart leader by over three minutes. Notably, the CD was invented in 1979, and 1982 was the first year that CDs became commercially available, expanding the capacity of the standard listening medium to up to 74 minutes of music. Into the 90’s, CD capacity continued to make extended song length increasingly possible—over the course of the decade, average song duration increased to four minutes and 14 seconds. Differences in song length can also be largely attributed to differences in song structure based on genre. Ambient tracks and ballads, for example, lend themselves to longer forms, whereas hip-hop and pop songs are shorter in nature. When it comes to popular genres in recent years, however, it appears that the five top genres of pop, hip-hop, alternative, dance, and Latin music all are getting progressively shorter on average. Between 2018 and 2024, all songs decreased by at least 17 seconds. The greatest differences were in hip-hop and Latin music, with both genres seeing a decrease in average length by 29 seconds. Also of note, hip-hop emerged as at the top listened to genre in the charts five years in a row, bookended only by pop in 2018 and 2024. Influence of Hip-Hop and the Digital Age Hip-hop has been profoundly influential on modern music since its inception in the 1970s, including on trends in song length. As the digital age starting in the 80s transitioned listening technology from CDs to MP3s and eventually to streaming, hip-hop continued to experiment with different styles and forms, taking new liberties in songwriting technique and style. “We’re going through another formal shift right now, going all the way back to the birth of hip-hop,” describes Harding. “Hip-hop songs have always been of varying length… however long [it takes to] say the thing you need to say.” As hip-hop became more influential, artists across genres also began to adapt rap flow and song structures into their writing. “You don’t get Ed Sheeran without hip-hop, because the way that he sings has a hip-hop cadence,” Harding points out. Ed Sheeran’s pop-rap track “You Need Me, I Don’t Need You” is a more obvious example of how hip-hop has shaped his style over the years. Even in mainstream hits like “Shape of You,” however, you can detect a subtle hip-hop influence in his vocal delivery and rhythm. The accessibility of the streaming era and hip-hop’s popularity were also likely contributors to the rise of hook-based songwriting—or songwriting designed to catch the listener’s ear in the first few seconds. The increase in hook-based songwriting was also driven by the evolution of production technology, as making high quality music became possible in a home environment. “Previously you would have to [write and record] the song separately, because studio time was expensive,” says Harding. “But now, writing and recording happen at the same time. People sit down in front of their software and write a loop, then sing multiple melodies over that loop, hunting for the best melodies.” Harding gives the example of “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” by Billie Eilish as a profoundly hook-driven song. Since its release last year it became the third most streamed song of all time on Spotify, as well as the fastest song ever to surpass 2 billion streams. Length-wise, it is tied for fifth-shortest when compared against the remaining top songs of 2024. “[“BIRDS OF A FEATHER” has] the simplest chord progression that [Eilish] has ever written, and yet structurally, it’s very unusual,” describes Harding. “She [combines sections] together to have them lay on top of each other later on.” Artists are now being pushed to focus more than ever on crafting compelling melodies and storylines in a way that optimizes initial impact, likely in part due to revenue incentives—Spotify counts 30 seconds of listening as a full play that triggers a royalty payout. While it is tempting to assign meaning to a pattern of decline in song length, Harding says it may be wise to not put too much stake in any one rationale in particular, both due to the slew of potential influences and for the music’s sake itself. He maintains that both quality and style should come far before considerations of length. “If we were to say “Blue Moon” is only a product of the phonograph era, that’s so demeaning to the value of that song.” Can Writing Shorter Songs Actually Make You More Money? “If you are already a huge star, perhaps one could say that,” says Harding per the above. “If you write 40 songs that are two minutes long, it’s possible [people will listen more frequently] because it takes up less time.” At the same time, there are many examples of highly successful songs that are greater in length, and do not strictly follow the hook-based formula. Take The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights.” It’s the most streamed song on Spotify of all time at 4.75 billion streams, but it starts with an almost 30-second intro. Compared to “Blinding Lights,” “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars comes in more quickly with a hook, but is 40 seconds longer than the 2014 average—the year the song came out—totaling about four minutes and 30 seconds. Even so, it has been steadily gaining streams ever since its release, now totalling over 46.5 million. Ultimately, the most important factor in keeping listeners engaged is not song length, but quality. Instead of dictating creative direction, the duration of a song or album should serve the music itself. “Some songs need to be long,” Harding points out. “I’m sure there are managers that have really strong feelings [about shorter songs’ replay value], but if an album is boring, people won’t listen to the whole thing anyway.” While artists may want to consider length in terms of where their music will be played—such as in creating a club mix or a radio edit—quality remains paramount. Looking ahead, Harding sees potential for a counter-trend. He notes that fatigue from the prevalence of short-form content could lead to the resurgence of phenomena like jam bands, such as Phish or Grateful Dead. “People want to go out and have social experiences,” says Harding. “They want long, dissociative music that takes them on a journey.” Whether the short song trend continues or not, one thing is for certain: engagement does not come from duration, but rather from creating compelling music that stays true to the artist’s vision. View the full article

Photo Credit: Brad Paisley for Walmart Soundcheck / Lunchbox LP / CC by 2.0 The NFL announces country superstar Brad Paisley as headliner of the Draft Concert Series on Saturday, April 26. As the grand finale to the Draft weekend in Green Bay, Brad Paisley will take the stage at the Draft Theater near Lambeau Field for a free concert following the conclusion of Round 7 of the Draft. The NFL Draft Concert Series is presented by Bud Light, and kicks off Saturday, April 26, closing out three days at the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay. A decorated country music icon, Paisley has enjoyed a career spanning over two decades, with multiple Grammy Awards, and nearly 5 billion career streams worldwide. He launches his “Truck Still Works World Tour” on May 21. “There’s nothing like football to bring people together, and the NFL Draft is where it all begins,” said Paisley. “As a lifelong fan, I can’t wait to help close out an unforgettable weekend with a little music and one heck of a party.” The NFL Draft Concert Series also features a spectacular drone show on Friday, April 25, following Rounds 2-3 of the Draft. As part of the weekend’s entertainment lineup, the nighttime show will light up the Green Bay skyline with a display of over 500 drones flying in choreographed formations above Lambeau Field. “We’re excited to welcome one of country music’s biggest stars to the Draft,” said Tim Tubito, NFL Senior Director of Global Event Presentation & Entertainment. “Brad understands how football brings people together. His performance is our way of saying thank you to the fans, the prospects, and the city of Green Bay — and the perfect way to close out an unforgettable weekend.” Paisley joins an elite list of performers who have helped bring the Draft to life through music over the years, including Tim McGraw, Dierks Bentley, Weezer, Mötley Crüe, Ice Cube, Marshmello, Kings of Leon, Fall Out Boy, Big Sean, and more. The NFL also recently announced that Milwaukee-based choir members from the James Weldon Johnson Foundation’s National Hymn Choir will sing “Lift Every Voice,” directed by Ben Bedroske. Singer-songwriter Stephen Wilson Jr. will sing the national anthem from the Draft Theater stage on the first day. All performances as part of the NFL Draft Concert Series will take place at the Draft Theater, adjacent to the iconic Lambeau Field. General fan viewing for the Draft Concert Series is free and fans are encouraged to arrive early, as standing room will be on a first-come first-served basis. View the full article

Photo Credit: Michael Beckerman / LinkedIn TikTok’s U.S. Public Policy Chief Michael Beckerman is stepping down from his role to transition to a global advisory position. The departure comes amid the second extension of the U.S. deadline for ByteDance to divest from TikTok. The Information reported the departure on Wednesday, citing a staff memo sent to TikTok employees. ByteDance has not publicly commented on the departure, but it comes amid a trade war between the United States and China. Competition to acquire the U.S.-based business of TikTok has heated up, with AppLovin Corp confirming a preliminary bid in an exchange filing. Meanwhile, Amazon and a group led by OnlyFans Founder Tim Stokely are also exploring making a potential bid. So far, Beijing has stonewalled any talks of selling U.S. operations, unwilling to force ByteDance to sell-off the app when 170 million Americans use TikTok. Vice President JD Vance was put in charge of negotiations, with his previous position being that terms of the deal would be finalized by April 5. That deadline has come and passed, with the Trump administration extending the deadline seemingly with no deal in place. Michael Beckerman has played a central role in TikTok’s efforts to resist a U.S. government ban. Beckerman’s departure comes at a critical moment as TikTok faces ongoing political and legal pressure in the United States over ownership. The U.S. government requires ByteDance to divest U.S. operations or face a total ban. It appears Beckerman’s exit is part of a broader wave of management changes and restructuring at TikTok. That includes layoffs that have impacted TikTok’s U.S. e-commerce division and a shift in operational oversight to global leaders from China and Singapore. The company’s U.S. e-commerce team has faced increased scrutiny amid the ongoing trade war between the United States and China—particularly because the platform has underperformed for ByteDance. As of now, TikTok remains available in the United States, but it’s unclear how long that will last. The new deadline for divestment is June 19—and Beijing is still as unwilling as ever to allow ByteDance to continue with any sale negotiations. ByteDance has signaled before that it would rather see the U.S. operations shuttered entirely than to divest and sell them off to an American buyer. View the full article

Drake has officially filed an amended ‘Not Like Us’ defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group. Photo Credit: musicisentropy Right on cue, Drake and his legal team have fired off an amended “Not Like Us” defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG). The “Nokia” act and his counsel submitted the bolstered complaint yesterday, just a couple weeks removed from a major discovery win. As we noted closer to April’s beginning, the presiding judge had given Drake until the 16th to either respond to UMG’s firmly worded dismissal motion or file an amended lawsuit. The rapper and his attorneys promptly committed to the latter approach, and the updated action runs 23 pages longer than the original. In keeping with the increased length, the 104-page amended suit covers a bit of new ground while reiterating the initial defamation claims. First, the amended suit elaborates on the aggressive promotional push that UMG allegedly gave “Not Like Us” despite knowing of the “harm” it’d allegedly caused Drake. This push refers in large part to Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show. “The Recording was performed during the 2025 Super Bowl and broadcast to the largest audience for a Super Bowl halftime show ever, over 133 million people, including millions of children, and millions more who had never before heard the song or any of the songs that preceded it,” reads one section of the suit. “On information and belief,” the legal text proceeds, “Kendrick Lamar would not have been permitted to perform during the Super Bowl Performance unless the word ‘pedophile’ (in the phrase ‘certified pedophiles’) was omitted from the lyrics—that is because nearly everyone understands that it is defamatory to falsely brand someone a ‘certified pedophile.’” From there, the expanded action explores in greater detail UMG execs’ alleged coordinated effort to promote “Not Like Us” (and the purportedly unprecedented commercial prominence thereof) on social media. On this front, the suit now mentions a February LinkedIn post from Interscope exec Jessica Staats. Plus, by the plaintiff’s count, the number of “Not Like Us” articles published by Complex (in which UMG has a stake) swelled from 50 to 70 or so between mid-January and mid-April. Similarly, Drake and his counsel have doubled down on their claims that UMG arranged for (or at least took steps to encourage) the Grammys success of “Not Like Us.” “On information and belief,” one new line claims, “UMG conferred benefits and leveraged existing business relationships to secure Grammy nominations (and eventually wins) for the [‘Not Like Us’] Recording and Video.” Lastly, in terms of the suit’s fresh components, Drake has dialed back some streaming-fraud claims; the original suit’s “UMG Caused Third Parties to Fake Streams” looks to be absent from its amended counterpart. Nevertheless, Drake remains adamant that UMG engaged in a number of non-organic promo efforts for “Not Like Us,” including but not limited to a multifaceted arrangement with Spotify. As laid out by the plaintiff, this alleged arrangement went well beyond paid promotion and affected users’ search results and more. Unsurprisingly, the defamation dispute is still spilling out of the courtroom and into the media. In a statement provided to DMN, Drake lead attorney Michael Gottlieb emphasized an ongoing objective of holding UMG “accountable.” “Drake’s amended complaint makes an already strong case stronger,” the Willkie Farr & Gallagher partner Gottlieb said. “UMG’s PR ‘spin’ and failed efforts to avoid discovery cannot suppress the facts and the truth. With discovery now moving forward, Drake will expose the evidence of UMG’s misconduct, and UMG will be held accountable for the consequences of its ill-conceived decisions.” And in a response of its own, UMG expressed, among other things, the belief that Drake is being “misled by his legal representatives” when it comes to the “absurd” complaint. View the full article

The flames of Fyre Festival have flared up once again—this time with another round of confusion, vanishing updates, and a whole lot of uncertainty. Fyre Festival 2, the infamous sequel to the 2017 disaster, appears to be in jeopardy after a sudden postponement notice was quietly deleted from the festival’s website, leaving fans and critics alike wondering: is the fire officially out? On Wednesday, ticketholders were sent into a frenzy when the official website posted a message stating that the event was postponed: “Fyre 2 Festival is postponed and will be rescheduled for a later date in the future,” the now-deleted statement read. It also noted that ticket buyers—who shelled out anywhere from $1,400 to a jaw-dropping $1.1 million—would be contacted once a new date was confirmed. But just as quickly as the update appeared, it was gone. Shortly after the announcement, the site was quietly edited to erase any trace of the postponement. Organizers provided a statement that just added confusion to the affair. “FYRE Festival 2 is still on,” reads the statement, adding that organizers were “vetting new locations and will announce our host destination soon.” No mention of a revised date. No concrete plans. Just more ambiguity. A Familiar Pattern This mess arrives just over a month before the festival was originally set to take place from May 30 to June 2 in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. But even that date now seems like a fantasy, especially after local Mexican officials revealed back in February that no permits were ever requested by Billy McFarland or the Fyre Festival team. The General Directorate of Tourism of Isla Mujeres made it crystal clear: “No person or company has requested permits from this office or any other Municipal Government department for said event.” Sound familiar? The original Fyre Festival in 2017 followed a similar path. Promising luxurious accommodations, gourmet food, and A-list performances from acts like Blink-182 and Migos, the event famously collapsed into a viral disaster of empty tents, cold cheese sandwiches, and total disarray. The fallout sent McFarland to prison for four years on fraud charges. Still Burning? McFarland, now 33, first announced Fyre Festival 2 in September, branding it as a comeback story and a chance for redemption. He promised an unforgettable experience, big artists, and proper execution this time around. But with no permits, no performers, no clear destination, and now a disappearing postponement announcement, the sequel is looking like another spectacular misfire. “Our priorities remain unchanged,” the festival’s most recent update reads, “delivering an unforgettable, safe, and transparent experience.” For many, that statement feels less like a promise and more like déjà vu. Until official plans are confirmed—and some serious transparency follows—Fyre Festival 2 is shaping up to be less of a redemption arc and more of a rerun. The post Fyre Festival 2 Chaos As Postponement Announcement Is Retracted appeared first on EDMTunes.

[UNVRS] continues to unveil its monumental 2025 season with one of the most anticipated announcements of the summer: Anyma will take over Tuesdays at [UNVRS] with an exclusive eight-show residency, starting July 8th. Known for pushing the boundaries of live electronic performance, Anyma’s presence at [UNVRS] is set to redefine the Ibiza clubbing experience in 2025. As the solo project of Matteo Milleri, co-founder of Tale Of Us and Afterlife Records, Anyma has rapidly become one of the most innovative forces in electronic music. Fusing emotive techno, immersive visuals, and AI-generated storytelling, Anyma’s 2025 Ibiza residency is poised to be a landmark moment in club culture. [UNVRS] x Anyma: A Visionary Synergy Purpose-built for high-level, multisensory experiences, [UNVRS] offers the ideal stage for Anyma’s groundbreaking performances. Following his historic residency at Sphere in Las Vegas with “The End of Genesys,” Anyma now brings his world to Ibiza, transforming each Tuesday night into a quantum journey through music, technology, and art. “Perception fractures, the real blurs with the unreal, and a transformative universe begins to take shape. A quantum odyssey at the intersection of music, art, and technology. This is Anyma at [UNVRS],” says Anyma. Full Lineup of Global Talent The residency will feature an elite roster of guests across the summer, including: Adriatique, Amelie Lens, Argy, Cassian, Colyn, Dom Dolla, Innellea, John Summit, Kevin de Vries, Layla Benitez, Mind Against, Notre Dame, Paul Kalkbrenner (Live), Rebūke, Recondite (Live), Script, Solomun, Son of Son, and more. These artists represent the cutting edge of techno, melodic house, and immersive electronic music—cementing this residency as a must-attend experience for Ibiza 2025. Yann Pissenem on the Residency Yann Pissenem, Founder and CEO of The Night League and Ushuaïa Entertainment, shared his excitement: “It’s an honour to welcome Anyma to [UNVRS] — a truly meaningful moment. His artistic vision aligns perfectly with the mission of [UNVRS]: to showcase the most forward-thinking creators of our time. We can’t wait to share his new universe with the world.” The post ANYMA Announces Ibiza Residency at [UNVRS] with Full Line-up appeared first on EDMNOMAD. View the full article

Last weekend, American producer and DJ Mustard showcased his limited-edition Native Instruments Maschine MK3 and Kontrol S49 on the Coachella stage. Native Instruments created the gear exclusively for Mustard – but one other set exists, and it’s up for grabs. An exclusive giveaway could see you winning your very own NI x Mustard limited-edition gear. All you have to do is enter on Native Instruments’ website, and the ultra-rare Maschine MK3 and Kontrol S49 instruments could be yours. READ MORE: Best free plugins: free synths that you didn’t know you needed The Maschine MK3 is a top-tier sampler and drum machine, boasting two high-res RGB colour displays for precision sample slicing, sound tweaking and more. It also comes with 25 pro-quality effects, including filter, EQ, delay, reverb and compressor. There’s also 16 pads sensitive pads for precise two-handed drumming, as well as touch-sensitive knobs to toy with parameter. In terms of the Kontrol S49, we awarded it 9/10 in 2023. The keyboard is particularly impressive in terms of how tactile customisable it is; the Kontrol S49 is the “ultimate controller” for instruments, effects, controlling your DAW or doing entirely computer-free when in MIDI mode. DJ Mustard (or, as Kendrick Lamar would refer to him, MUSTAAAAAAAARD!) had an incredibly successful 2024. It saw him picking up multiple awards for his production work, including five Grammys for the pivotal Not Like Us. Performing at Coachella with some fresh Native Instruments custom gear is surely a sign that 2025 will be equally as fulfilling. Speaking on the collaboration, Mustard says: “It’s an honour to team up with Native Instruments on this. Maschine and the Kontrol S49 are powerful tools I’ve always respected – they make it easy to get ideas down fast and add real musicality.” While Mustard has since “broken in” his gear for Coachella crowds, he’s set to knock it out yet again on the second weekend of Coachella. But he’s already grateful for how weekend one went down. “This Coachella was bigger than the set – it was a full-circle moment,” Mustard told VIBE in the aftermath of his Coachella set. “I brought the studio to the stage, tapped in with some of my favourite collaborators, and took fans through my catalogue, hit by hit.” “The energy was crazy from start to finish,” he added. “Big love to the team and everyone who helped bring the vision to life.” Mustard’s second performance will take place during the second weekend of Coachella on 18th April. The set will kick off late, continuing on into the early hours of the following day. Native Instruments’ giveaway will run until 25th April. Enter now. The post Native Instruments has partnered with DJ Mustard on some ultra-limited gear – here’s how you can enter to win it appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Spotify has successfully resolved a recent widespread outage that prompted some users to speculate about a potential hacking incident. The company quickly clarified that these claims are “completely inaccurate”. On Wednesday, tens of thousands of users faced challenges while using the music streaming service, but Spotify restored functionality within a few hours. They communicated their progress effectively on social media, stating on a post they published on X, “All clear — thanks for your patience,” around noon ET. Then, Spotify provided users with guidance to contact their support account for any further assistance, “Get in touch with @SpotifyCares if you still need help”. The problems that lead to the widespread outage of Spotify During the outage, many users struggled to load the app and desktop site, play songs, and utilize the platform’s search function. Some also encountered difficulties accessing Spotify’s support site. While the situation understandably frustrated many, it provided an opportunity for Spotify to engage with their user base and address concerns. Despite this, many users remained hopeful and continued to check for updates regarding the service. According to an article from CBS News regarding the outage, it began around 6:20 AM ET, with the number of outage reports peaking after 9:30 AM ET, reaching about 48,000. By 11:45 AM ET, Spotify was able to confirm that it was “back up and functioning normally,” and by early afternoon, only around 1,500 outages remained. The affected users were primarily from the US and parts of Europe. Swift communication from the media streaming gift While Spotify did not pinpoint the exact cause of the outage, the prompt communication helped dispel rumors regarding a security breach. The company’s swift response underlines their commitment to transparency and customer satisfaction. Today, Spotify serves music and podcasts to over 675 million users worldwide, including 263 million subscribers across more than 180 markets. This robust user base highlights the importance of maintaining reliable service, and it’s encouraging to see Spotify’s resolution efforts in action. @TrendingNowCHCH The post Spotify Denies Hack After Yesterday’s Widespread Outage appeared first on EDMTunes.

Miami's Club Space is gearing up for another marathon session over the 2025 Memorial Day holiday, tapping some of today's best techno and house music artists to soundtrack a huge weekender. With each show beginning at 11pm each night, the weekend kicks off Friday, May 23rd with a headlining performance from EDM.com Class of 2024 star Sara Landry. Natalia Roth, Dara Del Castillo and a b2b set from Hiroko Yamamura and Cole Knight round out the first night’s lineup. Saturday brings a shift in energy with a headline from Mau P, who is fresh off a massive performance at Coachella. He'll DJ after OMRI. and Club Space residents Malóne and Thunderpony. The weekender closes out on Sunday with a stacked showcase that reads like a love letter to after-hours. Dennis Cruz and Seth Troxler lead the charge, followed by Chaos In The CBD and a pair of b2b sets: Ryan Crosson with Shaun Reeves and Ms. Mada with Danyelino. You can check out the full billing below and purchase tickets here. Follow Club Space:X: x.com/clubspacemiami Instagram: instagram.com/spacemiami TikTok: tiktok.com/@clubspace_miami Facebook: facebook.com/clubspace

This Sunday, April 20th, Aloe Blacc, the renowned singer featured on Avicii’s iconic global hit ‘Wake Me Up,‘ will host a special online memorial event. The purpose of this live tribute is to honor the life and celebrate the significant legacy of the late Swedish DJ and producer, Tim Bergling, widely known as Avicii. Aloe Blacc’s Live Stream Memorial Scheduled to take place on Instagram Live, the gathering serves as a point of remembrance as the date marks the seventh anniversary of Tim’s untimely passing, an event that deeply impacted the electronic music world. Aloe Blacc invites friends, devoted fans, and fellow artists from around the globe to join this commemoration. It’s an opportunity to reflect on Avicii’s groundbreaking contributions and his profound, lasting influence on the direction of modern dance music, with tracks that continue to garner billions of streams. During the live broadcast, Aloe Blacc intends to share personal recollections and will actively interact with the audience by reading aloud their shared thoughts and memories of Avicii. Furthermore, the online event will thoughtfully incorporate important discussions surrounding mental health awareness. The memorial is set to begin at 9:00 AM Pacific Time (Los Angeles), 5:00 PM British Summer Time (UK), and 7:00 PM Central European Time (Sweden, Germany, Italy). Avicci Radio Memorial Fans can find more ways to commemorate Avicii’s seventh anniversary beyond Aloe Blacc’s stream. Avicii Radio on SiriusXM will delve into its archives to broadcast exclusive content. The show will include an EDM Town Hall feauring a rare 2013 Avicii interview, an electrifying ‘LEVELS’ mix show takeover, and special airings of his exclusive live sets. See the full broadcast schedule below and tune into the SiriusXM app on April 19th and 20th to experience the memorial show. Saturday, April 19 9am ET Avicii Town Hall 12pm ET Avicii Town Hall 3pm ET Avicii Town Hall 5pm–12am ET LEVELS Mix Takeover Sunday, April 2 9am–3pm ET LEVELS Mix Takeover 5pm ET Avicii Town Hall 8–11pm ET Live Sets from the Archives About Avicii Tim Bergling (1989-2018), known as Avicii, was a groundbreaking Swedish DJ, electronic musician, and songwriter. He rose to global fame in the early 2010s and became a key figure in popularizing EDM. Avicii was famous for his melodic and uplifting progressive house sound. He gained international recognition with his 2011 hit ‘LEVELS’ and produced massive songs like ‘Wake Me Up’ and ‘Hey Brother.’ He headlined major festivals around the world and was known for his innovative production style, blending various genres. However, Avicii faced serious health issues due to stress and alcohol abuse, which led to his retirement from touring in 2016. Tragically, he died by suicide in April 2018 at the age of 28. He left behind a powerful musical legacy and raised awareness about mental health challenges in the music industry. This prompted the establishment of the Tim Bergling Foundation by his family to honor his memory. The post Aloe Blacc & SiriusXM’s Avicii Radio To Hold Separate Avicii Memorials This Weekend appeared first on EDMTunes.

Festival season doesn't start at the gates. It starts with a sweat. So Barry's, the beloved boutique fitness brand, has teamed up with Breakaway Music Festival and CELSIUS for a special DJ-led workout. Blending high-intensity training with electronic music, "Barry's to Breakaway" is scheduled for Thursday, April 24th at 4:20pm ET. The class will feature a live DJ set by Rich DietZ, whose adrenaline-pumping house music will offer a dose of festival energy and a taste of what's to come at Breakaway's ensuing return to Raymond James Stadium. Attendees will have the chance to win free tickets to Breakaway Tampa, which begins the following day before concluding April 26th. This year's festival lineup includes Rich DietZ as well as FISHER, Knock2, ISOxo and Louis The Child, among others. Whether you're already heading to Breakaway or just want to get moving to a live DJ set, "Barry’s to Breakaway" offers a unique way to start the weekend early. Spots for the class are limited and can be reserved here. Breakaway Music Festival/Instagram Follow Breakaway Music Festival:X: x.com/breakawayfest Instagram: instagram.com/breakaway TikTok: tiktok.com/@breakawayfest Facebook: facebook.com/breakawayfestival

Imagine you're in a crowd at a festival, concert museum or even a public square, and suddenly, you hear a message meant only for you. No headphones, just sound. That’s the promise of "audible enclaves," the byproduct of new technology developed by scientists and researchers at Penn State that could redefine how sound is experienced in public spaces. Led by Jiaxin Zhong, a postdoctoral scholar in acoustics, and Yun Jing, a professor of acoustics at Penn State, the research team has figured out how to use ultrasonic waves to beam sound through the air to a single person without anyone nearby hearing a thing. They published their findings in the multidisciplinary scientific journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The tech works by overlapping two high-frequency beams that are silent to human ears on their own. But when they meet at a specific point in space, they generate a new frequency—the difference between the two—that falls within the audible range. That exact spot becomes a so-called "audio enclave," essentially a pocket of sound, and if you step outside of it, everything goes quiet. The sound can also curve around objects to reach its destination. This is made possible by engineered "acoustic metasurfaces," which act like lenses for sound by bending the beams in precise directions. That means even if the listener isn’t directly in the line of sight, the message can still find its way to them. "The self-bending ultrasonic beams created by acoustic metasurfaces, though inaudible, can bypass obstacles such as human heads," according to the study. "At their intersection behind obstacles, highly localized audible enclaves are formed due to the local nonlinear interactions." To test the system, the team used a dummy with microphones inside its ears. Only when the figure's head was placed at the intersection point could the audio be detected, confirming that the sound was completely contained to that tiny zone. The tech can create an audible enclave up to about three feet away, at a volume similar to everyday conversation. It’s still in the experimental phase, but the potential applications span everything from immersive art installations and museum exhibits to individualized experiences at live events. Even everyday environments like airports or libraries could benefit, offering directional audio without adding to the noise pollution. You can read the team's findings here.

The sky turned gold as Covebeach Dubai unveiled ICONIC, its next Dubai chapter by the beach with a launch party on April 11. While the official opening to the public was set the day after, invited guests got a first look at the reimagined space. Located at La Vie, JBR, the venue now stretches across multiple levels, each designed for a different pace of play. Getting there wasn’t easy—traffic through Jumeirah Beach Road and the Marina area demanded patience. Upon arrival, we were welcomed but not given a tour. That left us figuring things out on our own, a noticeable gap compared to the guided experiences other guests received prior and after us. Despite this, the energy of the night encouraged curiosity and exploration. Mapping the Experience The layout slowly revealed itself through observation. After the reception area, we arrived at what seemed to be a transitional space—likely designed as a welcome zone, though its full purpose remained unclear. One level down, we entered a more activated area featuring two bars, a central pool, and open space for mingling. The beach level came alive later when ICONIC Dubai opened at 9pm. Set directly on the sand, this beachfront venue featured jacuzzi pools and full views of Ain Dubai. Vibe Check and Crowd Energy The atmosphere leaned sophisticated without losing warmth. Guests dressed for the occasion, but the crowd didn’t feel overly curated. There was a steady energy throughout the night—never too wild, never too stiff. Roaming entertainers elevated the visual experience, from LED-lit dancers to illusionists weaving between conversations. One moment stood out as Ain Dubai lit up with the COVEBEACH logo, followed by a prominent Dubai Holding display, reminding us of the venue’s bold backing. Music That Moved the Night… Slowly At the pool level, the music never surged above a slow simmer. Afrohouse and amapiano played throughout the night, never exceeding 120 BPM. Whether intentional or not, it leaned more toward background ambiance than main-stage energy. It felt like the music was designed to enhance conversation rather than disrupt it. That changed slightly at ICONIC, where beach beats picked up the Dubai crowd a few notches. While the tempo climbed closer to 130 BPM, the drive and punch took its time to hit home. The sound system held up well, and the energy subtly shifted from sunset lounging to beachside revelry, without bleeding between spaces. The Lounge Experience ICONIC made a strong impression once open. With its temperature-controlled structure and open-air flow, it felt made for Dubai’s climate. Though the height of summer stands as the true test. A DJs booth anchored the space, surrounded by guests who seemed happy to transition into the night’s final chapter. Service remained smooth throughout, with staff greeting each interaction with energy and ease. The cocktails were well-balanced, and the overall pace allowed for both movement and pause. Design That Speaks Without Shouting Each level felt distinct without feeling disconnected. The mid-tier pool area encouraged gathering, while the beach level brought a fresh kind of nightlife. ICONIC’s placement directly on the sand offered something unique—not just visually, but experientially. The layout worked, but it could benefit from better orientation or signage to help first-timers navigate without guesswork. Signature Moments and What’s Next COVEBEACH’s relaunch didn’t aim for extravagance. It focused on comfort, flow, and a promise of consistent luxury. The night didn’t crescendo wildly, but it introduced something new with quiet confidence. For a brand that has already made its mark in Dubai, this next phase feels both familiar and ambitious. Would we return? Yes. But with hope that music curation will evolve and future events push the energy further. ICONIC has a foundation—now it’s time to build the story. The post First Look: Covebeach Opens New ICONIC Beach In Dubai appeared first on EDMNOMAD. View the full article

The old adage "drunk words are sober thoughts" is taking on new meaning through a wild performance this weekend by Alison Wonderland. While enjoying a drunken night at a Renaissance Faire last year, the Australian electronic music virtuoso came up with an idea for a unique tribute to her breakout debut album, Run. This Saturday, she'll explore a reality where she wrote the record in 1515 instead of 2015. Wonderland has announced a pop-up DJ set on the Maybower Stage at Southern California's Renaissance Pleasure Faire. She's remade Run in medieval form and will be playing "ye olde versions" on phonographs, her management tells EDM.com. Wonderland herself said the performance will take place on a "strange contraption." It’s a delicious irony that Run, a spellbinding album conjured from laptops and synths, would've branded her a witch in the 1500s but is now being reimagined as medieval magic. Wonderland's Renaissance Faire pop-up is scheduled for Saturday, April 19th. You can purchase tickets here. Follow Alison Wonderland:X: x.com/awonderland Instagram: instagram.com/alisonwonderland TikTok: tiktok.com/@alisonwonderland Facebook: facebook.com/awonderdj Spotify: spoti.fi/3clhKRg

Romania’s UNTOLD Festival is offering upcoming DJs the chance to play on the mainstage at this year’s edition. Part of the ‘Untold Creators by Visa‘ programme, one lucky winner will have the experience of a lifetime, joining a line-up that features names such as Martin Garrix, Armin Van Buuren, Fisher and many other stars of the worldwide music scene. The contest is free for everyone and individuals who wish to participate can sign up via this link. 20 applicants will be chosen, and will go through the five stages of the competition. Between 3rd and 5th June, participants will take part in intensive workshops at DJSUPERSTORE in Bucharest. On 9th June, people will take on an individual challenge of crafting their mixes and sharing them on social media. The voting phase will happen between 10th and 15th June, with general public and judges selecting five DJs that go through to the next stage, which is another individual challenge. The lucky winner will be chosen on 15th July and one month later, he will step on the main stage of UNTOLD for a life-changing experience. What if I am not a DJ?The ‘Untold Creators by Visa‘ programme is not limited to DJs, and also offers similar opportunities for individuals who seek a career in music production, digital media and event planning. All contests follow the same structure, and will offer winners a spot in the UNTOLD Festival team during the 2025 edition. For more information, visit the ‘Untold Creators by Visa‘ website. Step up, and take your chance of being part of UNTOLD Festival’s 10th edition.

It goes without saying that a considerable amount of new music submitted for my review falls under the umbrella of heartbreak-themed songs. These lyrical narratives tend to resonate with many listeners, as they capture universal feelings of loss and longing. However, it becomes far more intriguing when a pop artist approaches this theme from a fresh angle. Danish pop singer Theresa Rex seems to have had the same realisation when she entered the studio to record her latest tracks. Her new offering stands out as a different type of breakup song altogether. However, she is exploring new emotional dimensions and providing a unique take on the familiar narrative. The title “Breaking Up the Band” hints at a familiar narrative, yet this track intriguingly veers into untapped emotional territory. While it may initially evoke images of a pop band disbanding, the lyrics delve much deeper, capturing the poignant and often painful dynamics of unrequited love between two band members. This nuanced perspective transforms the song into a powerful exploration of personal connections, merging the complexity of relationships amidst the backdrop of musical group dynamics. “’Breaking Up The Band’ is the feeling of being a sort of Yoko Ono to those around you – like being trapped in an unnecessary, unfair situation where you find yourself apologizing for things beyond your control. ‘Breaking Up The Band’ is an empowerment anthem, so get ready for a scandipop scolding!” promises Theresa Rex. Circling back to her signature brand of melodic, uplifting pop. “Breaking Up the Band” delivers sugar-coated beats and pulsating rhythmic bursts, a hallmark of many Scandipop artists. However, it is Theresa’s emotively assertive vocals that truly set her apart and mark her as an artist to watch. The combination of catchy melodies with heartfelt delivery creates an infectious energy. Moreover inviting listeners into her unique perspective on love and loss. This track exemplifies her ability to blend familiar pop elements with a fresh emotional depth. Therefore, making “Breaking Up the Band” an exciting addition to the breakup song genre. Connect with Theresa Rex Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheresaRexMusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheresaRexMusic/ The post Listen to “Breaking Up the Band” by Theresa Rex appeared first on EQ Music Blog. View the full article

Dubai is no stranger to spectacle, but few events this 2025 match the sheer madness, color, and controlled chaos of an elrow rave. On Saturday, May 17, 2025, the world’s most immersive party brand returns for its third Dubai edition, bringing with it the Rowlympic Games—a carnival of music, performance, and larger-than-life energy set to unfold at Expo City Dubai, Jubilee Park. Elrow Dubai is more than a rave; it’s a theatrical experience, a fever dream of sound and movement where reality bends, confetti rains down in never-ending waves, and the dancefloor becomes a playground of unfiltered joy that remains a core memory to partygoers through to 2025. With its unique fusion of electronic music, interactive performances, and mind-bending visual storytelling, it has cemented itself as one of the most exhilarating events on the global nightlife circuit. Marking its third edition on May 17, 2025, Dubai gets another dose of the elrow rave madness. And this time, it’s going bigger than ever. Tickets are now on sale from AED 250 via Platinumlist. What to Expect at the Elrow Rowlympic Games in Dubai Elrow doesn’t just throw a party—it builds an entire universe, like the one it’s curating at [UNVRS] Ibiza. This year’s Rowlympic Games theme is a playful, tongue-in-cheek take on the spirit of competition, but with the elrow twist: expect a surreal mash-up of sporting legends, absurd mascots, and dancefloor warriors all competing for one thing—pure, unfiltered fun. At Expo City Dubai, Jubilee Park, the night will come alive with: Mind-blowing production—a signature blend of larger-than-life inflatables, immersive stage designs, and psychedelic visuals that turn the venue into an alternate reality. Non-stop theatrical performances—costumed dancers, wild characters, and an endless stream of unexpected surprises weaving through the crowd. The ultimate confetti explosion—because no elrow party is complete without it. Elrow has redefined dance music culture by making every event an interactive playground, and the Rowlympic Games will push those boundaries even further. Whether you’re stepping onto the dancefloor as a spectator or competitor, there’s only one rule: go all in. Who’s Playing: Elrow Dubai 2025 Lineup Revealed Get ready to rave—the official lineup for Elrow Dubai 2025 has finally been unveiled. True to elrow form, it’s stacked with genre-defining talent, unmissable B2Bs, and high-energy selectors guaranteed to bring the Rowlympic Games to life. Set to dominate the decks at Expo City Dubai, Jubilee Park are: Bora Uzer Ilario Alicante Franky Rizardo B2B Kasia Stasi Sanlin B2B Patrick Topping Tini Gessler Quilliam + more to be announced These artists represent a cross-section of global electronic sounds, from deep house to pumping techno. With back-to-back sets designed to elevate the madness, this lineup strikes the perfect balance of elrow’s signature theatrical energy and serious underground credibility. Fans can expect each artist to bring their A-game to a dancefloor where competition means creativity, and every drop is a win. Cue the Confetti: A Forward Push for Dubai’s Rave Scene Dubai’s dance music scene has evolved rapidly, and elrow has played a major role in shaping its transformation. With unmatched production and theatrical performances, it has redefined festival experiences in the UAE. “We are very excited to bring elrow back to Dubai for a third year!” shares Juan Arnau Jr., CEO, elrow. “Dubai has become a very special place for us. The crowd in the UAE embraces everything that makes elrow special.” Elrow’s expansion in Dubai has been fueled by enthusiastic fans and strong partnerships. “Our passion, creativity, and desire to bring the biggest, most colorful parties thrive here,” Arnau adds. The support from partners has also pushed elrow to new heights. “This, and our fantastic partners, have allowed us to grow and create experiences never seen before in the Middle East!” Arnau promises a bigger, wilder show this year. “We look forward to May 17th and putting on our biggest show yet!” The UAE’s electronic music scene has exploded, bringing massive festivals and legendary artists to the region. This shift is reshaping Dubai’s nightlife. “When we started this journey two years ago, we never realized how much of an impact elrow would have,” says Shiraz Baziko of Dubai Dance District. “This festival has become a tentpole event in Dubai’s dance music calendar. It has changed the landscape of dance music here.” Baziko sees this year’s event as a game-changer. “This is year three, and we are going bigger—more acts, a brand-new venue, and even more confetti!” Elrow Tickets Are Now Live—Don’t Get Left Behind One thing is certain—elrow Dubai 2025 will be an epic rave. If the past two years have proven anything, it’s that Dubai’s electronic music crowd knows exactly what elrow brings to the table. And once the doors open to Expo City Dubai, Jubilee Park, every inch of space will be filled with wild costumes, pulsating beats, and pure, unrelenting energy. For those who’ve never experienced elrow before—this is your moment. And for those returning—you already know what’s about to go down. Dubai, are you ready for the Rowlympic Games? Tickets start at $68 (AED 250) and are available now via Platinumlist. The post Elrow is Bringing A Massive Olympic Themed Rave to Dubai appeared first on EDMNOMAD. View the full article

Settle Down EP by Mister Joshooa Planet E looks to the heart of Detroit’s club culture for the debut appearance on the label from Motor City mainstay, Mister Joshooa. A DJ and sound engineer closely intertwined with the city’s music scene, regularly found behind the decks at clubs like TV Lounge and Lincoln Factory and having previously appeared on Carl Craig’s celebrated Detroit Love compilation, ‘Settle Down’ introduces four tracks that cement Mister Joshooa’s lucid, far-out take on house. Lead track ‘Settle Down’ distills the energies and influence of the scene into a rubber-jointed, rolling introduction that vibrates with energy and anticipation, nailing a bassline that could run for hours and injecting trippy effects, live percussion and out-there vocals drawing in dancers. ‘Snake Oil’ meanwhile strips things way back, squeezing plenty of juice for the floor from a tunnelling, lightly psychedelic arrangement, offering bang-for-buck deepness that’s no scam. ‘Stop Me’ continues to drive Mister Joshooa’s productions in even wonkier, even mysterious directions, its oscillating crawl and hypnotic melody primed to create a heady atmosphere, giving surreal or even sinister, depending on each dancer’s perspective. Finally, ‘Step Up’ offers the roughest, readiest ride to close, where classic drum machine programming reverberates against throbbing sonics and all manner of analogue weirdness, transforming into an outsider techno stepper from the darker side. The post Mister Joshooa lands on Detroit’s Planet E appeared first on Decoded Magazine.

With The Guardian calling 2024 the year of the “precipitous decline of UK nightclubs”, it’s evident that the clubbing industry has been struggling. A Capital On Tap report even suggests 57% of London’s clubs will close by 2030 – but 2025 could change that. According to the report, London lost nearly 18% of its clubs and pubs between 2022 and 2025. Based on these figures alone, the UK capital is on chart for a steep decline. However, a string of new London clubs have already opened this month alone. READ MORE: Two dance venues open in East London in quick succession – is the UK’s nightlife scene looking up? One of the latest clubs to open its doors is Peckham’s 120-capacity HONOR. Nestled underneath a Peckham Rye station archway, the venue is kitted out with a TW AUDiO PA-SYS-ONE soundsystem and has already hosted some events since opening on 4th April. The venue is being run with the help of DJ Oneman. “HONOR was initially born out of the want to honour DJs and scenes that I appreciate,” he told Resident Advisor . “That’s what built the idea of HONO. It’s thinking about the whole aspect of what clubland and nightlife is all about, and everyone who encompasses it. Sound, light, atmosphere.” “I like to describe HONOR as being in the end of a lit cigarette. It’s dark, orange and smokey,” he added. “I’m very lucky to be given this opportunity. An opportunity to create a space where the DJ and live culture I love can thrive in the heart of London’s most vibrant community.” While HONOR is an intimate clubbing haven, other clubs are offering bigger nightlife experiences. No90 Hideout is a newly renovated 450 capacity space in Hackney Wick’s No90, while an abandoned Shoreditch warehouse has been transformed into the 1,500 capacity Unlocked. According to Unlocked’s launch video, the venue occupies “a once illegal rave venue [that has been] abandoned for a decade” to revive the “fading culture” of East London. The new venues will hopefully serve as a clubbing renaissance and bring new life to an apparently declining club scene. Capital On Tap’s findings also hinted at a decline in clubbing across the UK. The report predicts that Leeds, Brighton and Bristol will also lose upwards of 60% of their clubs by 2030. Elsewhere, Sheffield and Liverpool are predicted to see a 50% decline. However, it could be looking up – the injection of new venues isn’t just exclusive to London. A new club space is set to open in Liverpool on 2 May. Kapsule will be opening a space within within Invisible Wind Factory’s former wind turbine factory. The club is a collaborative effort from the Invisible Wind Factory and Sun Palace Sound System – the only UK unit who work with a quadraphonic RLA system. As a result, Kapsule has got its hands on some pretty powerful sonic power, boasting a 4-point high-fidelity soundsystem and substack. The post Another new club is opening in London – despite predictions that 57% of clubs will be closed by 2030 appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article