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Miami-based house producer Eran Hersh connects with South Africa’s Kasango for their captivating collaboration “Ascension,” a sensational single catapulted by mystifying Afro house vibes, serving as the latest offering to rise from the Insomniac Records imprint. With the power to lift spirits into another realm, “Ascension” is the melding of two authorities over the global house scene. Eran Hersh and Kasango have both been leaving their mark on the afro house movement and are now oscillating in perfect unison together with their new single. Propelled by soul-touching incantations, the tribal vocal chants help underpin the track’s brooding energy. Its arresting harmonies and moody hook articulate an air of enlightenment, while perfectly layered percussion accents the spaces between awe-inspiring pads, echoing vox, graceful piano chords, and swirling synth leads. Kasango asserts that “Ascension” strikes an optimal balance between their signature styles. “This track is more than just a mix of our energies,” he says. “It symbolizes our individual journeys in the music industry and how we’ve evolved in our unique paths.” The South African producer also doesn’t hold back his excitement over collaborating with his Miami-based counterpart for the first time. “I’ve long been a huge fan of Eran Hersh‘s music. We finally got on a call, and then, over the following month—despite our hectic touring schedules —we figured out the perfect song to work on together. We made it happen with ‘Ascension.’” The collaboration arrives at a time when both producers are reaching new heights for their respective careers; some would say they are charting their own ascension musically. Steadily honing his craft in South Africa over the past decade, Welkom-born Kasango broke through to worldwide recognition in 2021 with the back-to-back success of his singles “Osama” and “Closer,” both of which were categorized as ‘Song of the Year’ by premiere outlets Mixmag and DJ Mag. With household names like Black Coffee, Miss Monique, Nora En Pure, Themba, and Eelke Kleijn championing his music, Kasango is looking to retain his explosive trajectory in 2024. Originally hailing from Israel, Eran Hersh is a Miami transplant making waves in house music. The fast-rising producer returns to Insomniac Records after his internationally renowned debut last year, which saw him delivering a riveting rendition of Madonna’s dancefloor classic “Sorry” alongside BLOND:ISH and Darmon. The track has amassed more than 28 million streams to date, drawing support from Billboard, Beatportal, EDM.com, as well as garnering radio plays from BBC Radio 1 (‘Saturday Dance Anthems’), Kiss FM, Diplo’s Revolution, KCRW, and many more. “Ascension” is a breathtaking afro house single from two talents that continue to raise the bar for the global genre. Eran Hersh and Kasango’s new single “Ascension” is available on all platforms via Insomniac Records. The post Miami’s Eran Hersh Unites With South African Phenom Kasango On Their New Collab ‘Ascension’ For Insomniac. appeared first on Electic Mode.

As the desert sun set over the dusty polo fields this past weekend, an otherworldly transformation took place in one corner of the Coachella campgrounds. The familiar sights and sounds of the iconic Do LaB stage emerged once again, but this year brought an entirely new vibe and scenery. After years of awe-inspiring but somewhat uniform tent-like structures, 2024 saw Do LaB return to its roots with a wildly imaginative “trippy forest” design that stunned festivalgoers from the moment they stepped inside. The trippy forest stage design: something new but iconic The first glimpses through the treeline revealed soaring bamboo stalks interwoven with glowing mushroom sculptures, enveloping the crowd in a canopy of vibrant purples, greens, and blues. Passing through the initial thicket opened into a wide clearing filled with even more natural wonders – towering willow trees sculpted into mesmerizing light installations, babbling LED brooks crisscrossing underfoot, and dense foliage erupting into synchronous pulsations with every kick of the bass. Fanciful woodland creatures peeked out from every direction, their piercing eyes and robotic movements evoking the familiar yet unsettling feeling of wandering too far into an enchanted forest after dark. “We really wanted to take people on a full journey this year,” shared Josh Flamming, one of the lead creative minds and builders behind the 2024 Do LaB scene. “The tent setups were cool for awhile, but we missed that magic of getting totally lost in an environment, surrounded by surprises at every turn. This is our misfit playground – a place to let your imagination and sense of wonder run wild again.” And let it run wild, it did. The three-day weekend path was lined with hidden glens, exploration was not just welcomed but necessary to unlock all of the forest’s secrets. Passing through an unassuming willow branch archway revealed a secluded faerie ravine filled with swinging benches and soft techno soundscapes. A RedWood hollowed into a spiral staircase deposited explorers into a canopy village of sculptural bird’s nests and pillow bances. No matter where you wandered, the environment shifted and evolved like a living entity. Who played at the Do LaB stage on Coachella weekend 1? Of course, the soundtrack to this psychedelic playground was just as mindblowing as the visuals. The weekend’s programmed talent represented the cutting-edge across genres like dance, bass, house, and eclectic beats – but the unannounced “wildflower” performances often stole the show. Friday saw on the Do LaB lineup a blistering headline set from Anderson .Paak‘s vinyl DJ persona Pee Wee, who brought out respected underground rappers like Cordae, Freddie Gibbs, and a show-stopping rendition of “Brokenhearted” by Mario himself. SOFI TUKKER‘s surprise dancefloor-friendly DJ set the next afternoon whipped the crowd into a frenzy. But even those highlights paled in comparison to Saturday’s stunning cameo from Billie Eilish and Friends. In what was one of the most-buzzed events of Coachella Weekend 1, the multi-Grammy winner debuted three brand new tracks from her forthcoming album while backed by a dazzling audiovisual spectacle tailored perfectly for the forest setting. The set seamlessly melted from slinky future beats into raucous rap bangers like Tyga’s “Rack City,” a living embodiment of the stage’s gender for smashing styles and vibes together. Sunday saw the surprises continue with high-energy back-to-back sets from Bonobo and Barry Can’t Swim, a DJ throwdown from Alesso‘s new house music alias Body Hi, and an unannounced Mia Moretti set that transformed into an impromptu house party when close friend Katy Perry popped up. Between the endless array of mind-bending art installations, soundscape scenery, and rotating talent that could rival any festival’s main stage, it quickly became apparent that the Do LaB stage is truly a spectacle and destination unto itself within Coachella. The Do LaB stage highlight during weekend 1 Friday, April 12 DJ Pee .Wee, the vinyl DJ alias of prolific rapper and singer-songwriter Anderson .Paak, played a headlining surprise set to close the night. He also brought out surprise guests of his own including Cordae, Freddie Gibbs, and MARIO. Crossover electronic duo SOFI TUKKER filled the stage with an energetic midday surprise DJ set. Additional previously announced day-one programming featured acts like Channel Tres, salute, The Dare (DJ Set), Anna Lunoe, Melé, and more. Saturday, April 13 For one of the most stunning surprises of the festival, Billie Eilish & Friends took over the Do LaB stage for a party that featured three unreleased tracks performed off her forthcoming album, Hit Me Hard And Soft. The set also featured a variety of party-starting tracks DJed throughout, plus a live performance of hit ‘Rack City’ by Tyga. Pioneering dance act Kaskade played the second surprise set of the day, joined by fellow fan-favorite electronic act Alison Wonderland during the set. Swiss Electronic duo Adriatique teamed up with dance icon BLOND:ISH for a surprise back-to-back set to finish out the night. Additional previously announced day two programming featured Sam Gellaitry, VNSSA B2B Nala, Ahadadream, Jersey, AZZECCA, and more. Sunday, April 14 Eclectic electronic acts Bonobo and Barry Can’t Swim finished the weekend off with a high-energy surprise back-to-back set. Dance titan Alesso unveiled his new house music-driven project and label BodyHi. Veteran DJ, producer, and style star Mia Moretti brought out close friend and surprise guest Katy Perry during her Sunday afternoon set. Additional previously announced day three programming featured Nikki Nair x Hudson Mohawke, Chase & Status, Hamdi, and more. As the weekend drew to a close, permanently dilated pupils and buzzing endorphins accompanied festivalgoers back through the forest entrance, emerging once again into the “real world” of Indio’s sun-baked polo grounds. But judging by the delirious grins and animated retellings amongst friends, pieces of the magic realm had clearly taken root. The 2024 Do LaB was a full-fledged escape from reality – a mesmerizing marriage of music, art, technology, and production that repeatedly left jaws on the dancefloor. Next up for Do LaB is the Lightning in a Bottle festival “This is just a taste of what’s to come at Lightning in a Bottle next month,” Josh Flamming teased when asked what other surprises Do LaB has in store. The flagship five-day camping festival born from these same creative minds will undoubtedly extrapolate this forest fantasy into a fully immersive alien dimension. But for now, the Coachella edition of these psychedelic woods has already etched its impression into the minds and memories of weekend one attendees. As far as truly transformative festival experiences go, Do LaB is once again in a class by itself – and planting their roots deeper than ever before. The post What happened at Coachella’s Do LaB stage? A recap appeared first on The Groove Cartel.

Ibiza superstar and ‘Queen of Defected Records’ Sam Divine has been enlisted to help usher in summertime at XOYO Birmingham with a hotly anticipated Roof Garden daytime party on Saturday 4th May. This May Bank Holiday special called ‘Divine By Day’ will also star house music selectors Marc Spence, Danny Kane, Orio (Alt Soph B2B Shelby), Alex White and Nina Mckendrick. Decked out with faux grass and with foliage dripping from overhead, the XOYO Roof Garden is a hidden oasis. Soundtracked by the best of soulful house sounds at ‘Divine By Day’, clubbers can enjoy this rare spot to watch the incredible sunset with city skyline views. Sam Divine, known as The First Lady of Defected, has risen from humble beginnings to become a prominent UK house music figure, headlining some of the world’s most significant clubs and festivals. The KISS FM radio presenter is also Founder of the highly successful imprint DVINE Sounds, which has launched over 100 releases to propel the careers of emerging talents into the spotlight. As well as balancing extensive touring and studio work, Divine’s charitable arm, D-Vita, has raised over £50,000 for Breast Cancer Research and mentored up and coming female artists via Divine’s association to Lady In The House. Expect a day party like no other when Sam Divine unleashes her unique blend of soulful house floor-fillers at XOYO Birmingham. Joining Ms Divine are Birmingham born and bred producers, Mark Spence and Defected label mate, Danny Kane. Together they’re known as the prolific outfit Jakkin Rabbit for their unique blend of all things house, signing to the biggest house labels on the planet including, Jamie Jones’ Hot Creations, Jonny White’s No19, and Low Steppa’s Simma Black. Individually, they’ve got equally impressive discogs working with Kane remixing for such legends as Chaka Khan and Tom Findlay, and Spence owning the #1 Beatport Tech House track ‘Nasty’ via This Ain’t Bristol. Expect two quality sets and a catalogue of the finest house music when they take to the decks. The rest of the lineup at ‘Divine by Day’ is a further showcase of Birmingham’s best electronic music up and comers, including a debut appearance from Orio comprising of local talents Alt Soph and Shelby, XOYO resident Alex White, and Nina Mckendrick, together cementing the venue’s status as for and by the people of Birmingham. Since opening in September 2023, XOYO Birmingham has consistently captivated Birmingham and beyond with unforgettable clubbing escapades to the score of electronic dance music’s finest. Despite its relatively short existence, XOYO Birmingham has swiftly demonstrated its prowess, inheriting the esteemed reputation of its London counterpart while forging a path as a trailblazer in Birmingham’s vibrant nightlife scene. Comprising five distinct venues and a capacity to host near to 3,000 partygoers, XOYO Birmingham offers a truly unparalleled experience for club-goers in the West Midlands. Photo by Monica Martini For those unable to travel the White Isle, XOYO Birmingham has it covered at ‘Divine By Day’ when it brings a slice of Ibiza magic to the Roof Garden, courtesy of one of electronic music’s most respected figureheads, Sam Divine. Tickets are selling fast and are already on Fourth release, priced at £15+bf from https://xoyobirmingham.co.uk. The post Defected’s Sam Divine Kicks Off Summer at XOYO Birmingham With May Bank Holiday Roof Garden Day Party appeared first on Electic Mode.

British DJ Michael Bibi had a challenging year as he battled against CNS Lymphoma. However, Michael Bibi emerged victorious and recently returned to Coachella after his remission. This past weekend, he had an outstanding performance at the new Quasar stage, featuring several surprise appearances, which was highly anticipated by his fans. His set was truly mind-blowing and left the audience in awe. Bibi had the 7:15 pm time slot at the brand new Quasar stage on Saturday of Weekend One during Coachella. He performed an extended set that included several IDs that took fans by surprise. To truly appreciate the legendary performance, you had to be there in person. The Quasar stage was created in response to the growing popularity of electronic performances at Coachella. It features prolonged DJ sets on a pedestal, which is a major move for the festival. Bibi’s performance was even more special as it marked his mother’s first time attending Coachella, and she clearly had a great time. Michael Bibi Press Pictures Bibi’s diagnosis last year with cancer, put a halt to his life as he battled through Lymphoma. He underwent five rounds of chemotherapy and emerged successfully in remission. The whole journey gave Michael a renewed sense of purpose and gratitude. His performance at Coachella marked the return of the titan, and he is now embarking on his One Life tour later this summer. You can check out the dates for his tour here and be sure not to miss out! Stay tuned to EDMTunes as we follow Michael Bibi’s journey this summer. The post Michael Bibi Returns With Spectacular Comeback Set At Coachella appeared first on EDMTunes.

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Listen to a banging track we recently came across. Struggling to get the week started? Worry no more, we’ve got you covered. We’re always on the lookout for new, exciting music to share. And we believe we’ve hit the nail on the head this time with a powerful, festival-calling tune. The culprit of our excitement? Meet Loreno Mayer. Loreno Mayer Coming to you all the way from Croatia, Loreno Mayer is a DJ and music producer of the highest order. Counting with releases on prestigious labels such as Revealed, Enhanced, Black Hole, Cr2 and more, his approach to Progressive House, Trance, Electro House and other Dance subgenres has truly impacted the giants of the industry. Quite fittingly, ‘Giants’ is one of his songs that blew up a couple of years ago, with ARTY using him in the form of a mashup when DJing. Pair this with the fact that he’s caught the attention of — and worked with —brands like Samsung and Deezer, and you’ve got an artist who’s cooking up every aspect of his name, slowly simmering them to perfection. ‘I Don’t Wanna Be’ Mayer’s recently released one of his most Electro-leaning tracks to date. ‘I Don’t Wanna Be’, signed on the Revealed imprint BODYWRMR, has it all, from raspy saws and acid sounds, to whistly leads and tons of tension. The very moment you hit Play you start to notice there’s a pleasant throwback feeling on the creative side of this single. Tons of elements will fly you back directly to 2014-15, with sounds that resemble Jordy Dazz, Vicetone, and the Revealed roster from back then. Truly a mesmerising experience! Listen to Loreno Mayer’s ‘I Don’t Wanna Be’ in full by clicking the Spotify button we’ve provided. Also, be sure to follow him on his socials. And stay tuned to our page for the latest news and reviews from our beloved EDM industry. The post Loreno Mayer Amazes With Latest Release ‘I Don’t Wanna Be’ appeared first on EDMTunes.

ODESZA have revealed their first-ever live album, The Last Goodbye Tour Live. The release of the duo's fourth LP, The Last Goodbye, ended a five-year wait between albums and led to a stunning tour throughout 2023. ODESZA are now set to tie a bow on the TLG era by virtue of a momentous finale run, but not before crystallizing its live music for fans to stream. Featuring live recordings from the tour, the new album will drop on May 31st, ODESZA announced today. Fans can stream two tracks ahead of its release, live versions of "Forgive Me" and "A Moment Apart." "We love the opportunity to interpret our work for the live show setting and share it with you on stage," ODESZA said in a statement. "Through the release of these live recordings, we hope that people will be able to revisit and relive the live performances that have brought us so much joy and connection throughout our careers." Fans of the duo can now pre-order a special vinyl edition of The Last Goodbye Tour Live, a "ghostly clear" 3LP print in a 12" reverse board trifold sleeve with central die cut. Check out the full tracklist below and pre-save the album here. ODESZA - The Last Goodbye Tour Live Tracklist1. This Version of You (Live) 2. Behind the Sun (Live) 3. All We Need (Live) (ODESZA VIP Remix) 4. Love Letter (Live) (ODESZA VIP Remix) 5. Say My Name x Late Night (Live) 6. In the Rain (Live) 7. Pretty Lights - One Day They'll Know (Live) (ODESZA VIP Remix) 8. Wide Awake (Live) (feat. Charlie Houston) 9. Bloom (Live) (ODESZA VIP Remix) 10. Equal x Boy (Live) 11. All My Life (Live) 12. Better Now (Live) (feat. MARO) 13. Line Of Sight (Live) (feat. Mansionair & Naomi Wild) 14. Forgive Me (Live) (feat. Izzy Bizu) (ODESZA VIP Remix) 15. La Ciudad (Live) (ODESZA VIP Remix) 16. Sudan Archives - Selfish Soul (Live) (feat. Sudan Archives) (ODESZA VIP Remix) 17. BRONSON - TENSE (Live) 18. BRONSON - KEEP MOVING (Live) 19. Sun Models (Live) (ODESZA VIP Remix) 20. Hopeful (Live) 21. Across The Room x Falls (Live) (ODESZA VIP Remix) 22. Loyal (Live) 23. Don't Stop (Live) (ODESZA VIP Remix) 24. Just A Memory (Interlude) (Live) 25. Higher Ground (Live) (feat. Naomi Wild) 26. A Moment Apart (Live) (ODESZA VIP Remix) 27. The Last Goodbye (Live) Follow ODESZA:Instagram: instagram.com/odesza X: x.com/odesza Facebook: facebook.com/odesza Spotify: spoti.fi/3hCvE32

Grimes has issued an apology after "technical issues" interrupted her DJ set at Coachella. Fans watching Coachella's livestream over the weekend could hear her shrieking in frustration at times as she performed on the festival's iconic Sahara stage on Saturday night. She ultimately addressed the situation in a post on X. "I want to apologize for the technical issues with the show tonight," Grimes said. "I wanted to come back rly strong and usually I always handle every aspect of my show myself - to save time this was one of the first times I've outsourced essential things like rekordbox bpm's and letting someone else organize the tracks on the sd card etc. i had a bad feeling beforehand not having run everything thru the cdjs myself and tho I flagged it I wasn't insistent." grimes set at coachella 🤝 doing my taxes pic.twitter.com/8wxb0Z97Rh — Tim Hogan (@timjhogan) April 15, 2024 Grimes' ill-fated performance is an all-too-familiar predicament for DJs. Working in Rekordbox, the industry-standard program for DJ performance and music management, comes with high stakes. An artist may not have the proper drivers installed for the software to communicate with their device's operating system, leading to corrupted files and incorrect metadata, like tempo and key. The tempos appearing on the Pioneer DJ CDJ3000 units at Coachella, Grimes added, were reading as high as 370 beats per minute. To put that into perspective, "Welcome to the Opera," her hit collaboration with Anyma, has a BPM of 125. Grimes' polarizing response sent ripples through the DJing community on social media. While many criticized her lack of preparation ahead of a high-profile performance at one of the world's most popular music festivals, others empathized due to the technological pitfalls of Rekordbox's software. "Oh man I feel so bad for her," What So Not said in a post on X. "Girl needs a tech up there! It’s such a simple thing to fix/solve. Where’s her team at??" "Nothing about grimes statement makes any sense lol I feel like she did this all on purpose for attention because, what? Stressing over your set for 'months' but not checking your music even once makes 0 sense," Azzecca wrote. Grimes also promised to fix the issues ahead of Coachella's second 2024 weekend. "I will personally organize all the files next week," continues her post, which you can read below. "I will not let such a thing happen again. I've spent months on this show, making music and visuals, and admittedly am not in the best mood atm But, yeh - next week will be flawless, everything will run thru my hand." I want to apologize for the technical issues with the show tonight. I wanted to come back rly strong and usually I always handle every aspect of my show myself - to save time this was one of the first times I've outsourced essential things like rekordbox bpm's and letting… — 𝖦𝗋𝗂𝗆𝖾𝗌 ⏳ (@Grimezsz) April 14, 2024 Follow Grimes:Facebook: facebook.com/actuallygrimes X: x.com/Grimezsz Instagram: instagram.com/grimes Spotify: spoti.fi/3gO9s6D

If you haven’t seen yet, Grimes had quite the performance at Coachella. She experienced extreme technical difficulties when her mixer did not work as intended. It appears Grimes was trying to use the Sync button on the DJ controller. This button was not working, however. This is easily the worst nightmare for any performer. Having it happen at Coachella in front of thousands and for millions to see online, is probably the worst thing that can happen. Her struggle mixing songs led to many awkward moments of her explaining over the mic what was happening. For non-DJs, the sync button basically connects tempos automatically between two songs. It’s almost like a cheat code when mixing. What I don’t understand is how no one from Tech helped her out. For such a massive festival, she was left up there alone to struggle. Grimes continued to try to explain that she had trouble before the set programming her songs. Sounds like she didn’t prepare well enough… She took to Twitter yesterday to apologize to everyone for her performance. As a fellow DJ, I do feel bad for her, and truly this is a a learning lesson for all! I do appreciate that she tried live mixing rather than some artists playing a pre-recorded mix. Make sure to practice. I want to apologize for the technical issues with the show tonight. I wanted to come back rly strong and usually I always handle every aspect of my show myself – to save time this was one of the first times I've outsourced essential things like rekordbox bpm's and letting… — 𝖦𝗋𝗂𝗆𝖾𝗌 (@Grimezsz) April 14, 2024 The post Grimes Apologizes For Disastrous and Awkward Set At Coachella appeared first on EDMTunes.

Kaleena Zanders has unveiled "SAVE ME," a collaborative masterpiece featuring the London-based vocal group House Gospel Choir. With its invigorating melody and soul-stirring lyrics, "SAVE ME," which arrives three years in the making, promises to leave you feeling rejuvenated and uplifted. Complemented by uplifting synths, its deep and infectious house beat serves as a captivating backdrop for the soulful vocals of Zanders and House Gospel Choir, which take center stage in the enchanting track. Produced by Solardo and co-written with Camden Cox, Autumn Rowe and Moya Angela, "SAVE ME" is out now via Helix Records. Check out the new single below. Zanders recently appeared at our "EDM.com & Friends" party during Miami Music Week on the lavish Uma House rooftop in South Beach, where she joined Sunday Scaries for an her electrifying performance. Check out a clip below. View the original article to see embedded media. FOLLOW KALEENA ZANDERS:Facebook: facebook.com/KaleenaZandersMusic X: x.com/KaleenaZanders Instagram: instagram.com/kaleenazanders Spotify: spoti.fi/3aOqHSI FOLLOW HOUSE GOSPEL CHOIR:Facebook: facebook.com/HouseChoir X: x.com/HouseChoir Instagram: instagram.com/housegospelchoir Spotify: bit.ly/3w215QO

Returning to the scenic Mulberry Mountain with a bang in 2024, the organizers of Backwoods Music Festival have announced its biggest lineup to-date. Scheduled for June 6-9 in Ozark, Arkansas, this year's fest marks Backwoods' 16-year anniversary. With more than 100 acts spread across four stages, festival-goers can expect a diverse array of musical talent across the genre spectrum. The lineup is impressive, featuring headliners ILLENIUM, Jai Wolf, STS9 and a "new live experience" from renowned electronic music producer Opiuo, among others. The headline bill also features the long-awaited live debut of LSZEE, the collaborative alias of bass music superstars LSDREAM and CloZee. Elsewhere on the lineup are The Crystal Method, Kasablanca, Slow Magic, Manic Focus, Emancipator and EDM.com Class of 2022 star Wreckno. As part of the festival experience, attendees can also look forward to a plethora of special experiential activations, including a "Tycho Taco Party" and a stage takeover by CloZee's Odyzey label. Inspired by spirituality and consciousness, LSDREAM's side project, Lightcode, also joins the programming—a surefire highlight in conjunction with Backwoods' many surrealist art installations. It's complemented by three days of R&R workshops spanning yoga, meditation, breathwork, flow arts and philosophy sessions. Check out the full lineup for Backwoods Music Festival 2024 below and head to its official website website to secure your tickets and find out more. c/o Press FOLLOW BACKWOODS MUSIC FESTIVAL:Facebook: facebook.com/backwoodsbash Instagram: instagram.com/backwoodsmusicfestival X: x.com/backwoodsbash

IMS (International Music Summit) Ibiza will recognise the outstanding achievements and contributions of the Elrow & The Arnau Family who are today announced as the recipient of the annual IMS Legends Award 2024 as part of this year’s Beatport Awards. The Arnau Family will be presented the award by IMS co-founder and BBC Radio 1 broadcaster Pete Tong at the landmark event celebrating excellence in electronic music production and DJ culture that takes on Wednesday, April 24 at House of WOW from 8pm to 2am CET. From its humble beginnings as a small café over 140 years ago, the Arnau family empire has grown into the behemoth now known as elrow – the global phenomenon and successful touring experience that has taken the world by storm. Their parties are renowned for their unique and colourful brand of hedonism that includes an extravagant selection of music, costumes and performance art, bringing the best in electronic music across the globe including its annual residency at Amnesia Ibiza. Juan Arnau Jr. and Cruz Arnau, are the latest incarnation of six generations of The Arnau Family who have pioneered the dance music scene in Spain with clubs and events like Florida135, Monegros Desert Festival, Row14 and of course elrow. Starting with Juan Jr. and Cruz Arnau’s great-great-grandfather, Juan Arnau Cabasés, the family is responsible for opening one of their hometown Fraga’s earliest casinos in 1870, its first major cinema in 1943, and the region’s leading discotheque, Florida 135 in 1978. The Arnau Family join an esteemed list of previous recipients of this award which include: Underworld, Nile Rodgers, Fatboy Slim, Sven Väth, Carl Cox, Space Ibiza founder PepeRoselló, and Ricardo Urgell founder of Pacha Ibiza and the worldwide Pacha Group. Juan Arnau Jr. and Cruz Arnau comments: “Truly thank you from the entire Arnau family and also and above all from our grandmother Pilar, who at 95 years old is extremely excited to receive in our name and from her home, in the middle of the fragatine orchard, this recognition of so many years of passion that all of us have had for the art of making our clients dance. Of course, also thanks to all of them and all the collaborators who, together with the family, of which they are also a part, have helped achieve this award that we humbly receive.” IMS Partner Ben Turner comments: “The Arnau family and the El Row brand are true disruptors of global nightlife not just Ibiza. A family legacy that has been promoting underground music and nightlife in Spain for generations, they are one of the true great success stories of our industry and consumer culture. IMS is delighted to honour them for their dedication, innovation and colourful approach to the dancefloor!” About The Beatport Awards Returning for the first time since 2011, The Beatport Awards aim to bring credible recognition to the electronic music industry through a combination of Beatport sales data and panel-judged awards. The judges for this year’s award ceremony are Dan Chalmers (Head of Music EMEA, YouTube), Katie Bain (Director, Billboard Dance), Marcus Barnes (Journalist), Sofia Ilyas (Chief Community Officer, Beatport), and Raphael Pujol (VP, Curation, Beatport). The 2024 Beatport Awards will honour recipients in the following categories: Best Selling Track of the Year, Best Selling Artist of the Year, Best Selling Label of the Year, Best Selling Remix of the Year, Hype Label of the Year, Social Impact Award, Producer of the Year, Best Live Performer, One To Watch, and the People’s Choice Award. Nominees for the People’s Choice Award will be submitted by the public. Recognizing outstanding artists from across the globe and genre spectrum, nominees for The 2024 Beatport Awards include Chase & Status, Nia Archives, Barry Can’t Swim, Skrillex, Syreeta, Octave One and many others. A full list of 2024 winners will be available on April 25, 2024. Limited tickets for The Beatport Awards are available at https://www.beatportawards.com . The post IMS Legends Award 2024 honours Elrow & The Arnau Famil appeared first on Decoded Magazine.

Eli Brown has brought a visceral energy to club sonics ever since his emergence on the scene in 2016. Coming up in Bristol’s famed dance community, Brown’s production style captures the raw atmospherics of his homeland’s icons. His innovative approach to club sounds roots itself in the sinister; placing the listener in the darkest sonic recesses before throwing them onto the dancefloor at breakneck speed. This sound has helped him rise to prominence, rapidly gaining support from the likes of Carl Cox, Adam Beyer, Charlotte De Witte, Patrick Topping, Alan Fitzpatrick, Solomun, Reinier Zonneveld and more. This past weekend was his anticipated return to NYC and he did not disappoint. On Friday, the techno king announced a pop up to take place Saturday before his big headlining Avant Gardner event which sold out in 30 seconds and crashed the ticketing platform Resident Advisor. NYC NYC NYC my mINd Is bLOWN … TIckEts fLEW Out IN 30 SEcONds!! sORRy tO thOsE WhO mISsEd Out (RA cRashEd)…. sEE yOu aLL tOmORROW — Eli Brown (@Elibrownbeats) April 12, 2024 The show itself was the talk of the weekend and took place in Brooklyn in the courtyard of 99 Scott, a popular underground techno venue in the city. This trend of big artists doing more and more exclusive free / low cost pop up shows has been working in exciting fanbases who have been getting increasingly sick and tired of increasing ticket prices, and oversold dance floors. @Elibrownbeats absolutely cooked last night. One of my favorite shows of the year. pic.twitter.com/uu0BNPHm5A — The afters guy (@AftersGuy) April 14, 2024 The post Eli Brown Sells Out NYC Pop Up Show In 30 Seconds appeared first on EDMTunes.

In 2023 over 6 million young people ages 18 – 34 across the UK attended festivals, watching their fave artists, live acts, and DJs, in their favourite fields and venue spaces. But – that same massive number didn’t vote in the last election. They didn’t show up to make their voice heard and their vote count. There is a shocking set of statistics that show the youth are increasingly disengaged with politics, feeling like they can’t make a difference. Most people under 34 are more likely to head to a protest than the ballot boxes, so the music industry is here on a mission to make voting 2024’s biggest cultural conversation. Uniting to urge people to vote, the heaviest names in the industry have come together to urge the UK’s youth to get involved, make their voices heard and change the shape of their futures. On board to support the cause, there’s a hefty bill of names with artists, festivals, venues, record labels and plenty more who have signed – Annie Mac, AVA Festival, Bicep, Block 9, Bricks Magazine, Cross The Tracks, Eats Everything, Emerald, Eliza Rose, Fat Tony, FLY Open Air Festival, Foundation FM, Gideon, HAAi, Jessie Ware, Katy B, Keep Hush, Murkage Dave, Ninja Tune, NVS Music Group, Project 6, Tola Peckham, Threesixzero, The Cause, We Out Here Festival, Wide Awake are just a selection of the names backing this initiative. The open letter can be found below. United voices are powerful, and voting is an important part of protest. Make them heard. – AN OPEN LETTER – Dear music lovers, We see you. We hear you. We see you streaming our tracks, we hear you sharing them with your friends. We see you dancing at our gigs, we hear you singing along. We see you at protests, sharing on social media, supporting your communities – we know you care about this country and the people in it. But here’s a melody that’s gone unheard: over 6 million of you attended festivals last year and yet 6 million of you remained silent in the chorus of democracy and didn’t vote in the last election. So you know where we need to see you next? The polling station. The people in power listen to the voters. They listen to what the voters care about. When you don’t vote, the people in power don’t listen to us. You raise your voices at our sets. Now it’s time to raise them at the ballot box. Let’s turn it up. Let’s stand up and be counted. Register to vote today and make your voice heard. Signed, the UK Music Industry ABSOLUTE, Annie Mac, AVA Festival, Bicep, Block 9, Body Movements, Boxpark, Bricks Magazine, Carly Wilford, City Splash, Clash Magazine, Cornwall Folk Festival, Continental Drifts, Cross The Tracks, Daniel Avery, Deer Shed Festival, Eats Everything, Elheist, Emerald, Eliza Rose, Fat Tony, FLY Open Air Festival, Foreign Beggars, FORWARDS, Foundation FM, Girls Don’t Sync, Gideon, HAAi, He.She.They, Jessie Ware, Katy B, Keep Hush, Klose One, Lost Horizons Festival, Love Saves The Day Festival, LWE, Mella Dee, Mixmag, Murkage Dave, NAINA, Ninja Tune, NVS Music Group, Oneman, Percolate Music, Project 6, Paul Woolford, Resident Advisor, Sacha Lord of Parklife and The Warehouse Project, Saoirse, SHERELLE, Shangri La, Shambala Festival, Tola Peckham, Threesixzero, The Cause, The Menendez Bros, Watchtower Group, Waterworks Festival, We Out Here Festival, Wide Awake Festival We’re not talking about a festival. We’re talking about the election. The post 50+ Artists and Industry sign Open Letter urging UK young people to vote appeared first on Decoded Magazine.

19MIL’s latest single, “All You Do,” is a vibrant and empowering track that showcases her shameless and bold personality. The song is inspired by a less-than-ideal date experience, which 19MIL describes with a touch of humor: “He utilized all his time the entire date criticizing every aspect of me and my personality. By the end of the date, I was exhausted from not only listening to him but acting like I even mildly cared what HE thought of ME.” With “All You Do,” 19MIL turns this negative experience into a powerful message of self-confidence and resilience. The song features a lively retro funk sound, drawing inspiration from the band Cannons and the pop-funk vibes of Bruno Mars. It’s a perfect blend of old-school charm and modern boldness, encouraging listeners to remain confident and true to themselves despite any criticism they might face. The vibe of “All You Do” was crucial. She aimed for a beat that was “fun” and not “too dark or gloomy.” The song’s energy is infectious, matching its empowering message. 19MIL explains, “I wanted the song to scream “I seriously don’t give a sh**’ while staying upbeat and jovial. It’s all about keeping your spirits high, no matter what negativity comes your way.” 19MIL’s music is all about self-expression and breaking free from societal norms. Through her songs, she aims to inspire her listeners to embrace their individuality and live life on their own terms. “All You Do” is a testament to this philosophy, serving as a reminder that being different is not only okay but something to celebrate. “All we really have is today; nothing else is promised,” she says. “If it makes you happy, that’s all that matters.” The post 19MIL’s ‘All You Do’ Celebrates Individuality appeared first on Dancing Astronaut.

Dutch artist Alex O’Rion’s new album Nostalgia blends different music styles, combining grooves, organic elements, and progressive sounds for a soulful journey with a playful nod to earlier electronic music. Globally respected for his uplifting releases on labels spanning from Guy J’s Lost & Found to Hernan Cattaneo’s SUDBEAT, Alex has also shared his music through Anjunadeep, Meanwhile, Movement, and has been featured on compilations by iconic brands like Global Underground. This album marks a natural evolution in Alex’s career. Over the past 18 months, he was in the studio on an almost daily basis. Moreover, he brought the album on the road, drawing inspiration from the sights and sounds of his travels. As a touring DJ, Alex has graced stages with headline sets across the globe, spanning from South America to Australia. The laidback warmth from these exotic destinations resonates within the immersive sound of this album. The album is drenched in atmospheric vibes, yet retains the dance floor-focused energy that is the trademark sound of his uplifting style. Working on the album allowed Alex to break away from his normal routines of producing bite-sized chunks of music that were released as singles or EPs, giving him the broad freedom to truly uncover the music that always resided within him. In Alex’s own words: “The album ‘Nostalgia’ gets its name because it reflects a sentiment that has grown stronger as I’ve aged. Fondly reminiscing about the music of a younger me, I often sense a certain soulfulness lacking in today’s electronic music. In an attempt to explore this feeling, I went on a bit of a self-reset and a touch of reinvention. This involved changing my usual routines and adopting some old-school methods, such as sampling beats and instruments from vintage vinyl records, and blending them with my current sound. The album is intended to feel personal and intimate for my listeners. I aimed to create a moment of intimacy as if they are listening to the songs alongside me while on their way home.” The 14-track release will be available through Solis Records, Alex O’Rion’s newly established record label, and you can buy or stream the release HERE. The post Alex O’Rion releases epic new studio album, ‘Nostalgia’ appeared first on Decoded Magazine.

Spotify Will Be Raising The Price Of Its Monthly Subscription By Around $1.00 In The US And £1.00 In The UK For the second time within a one-year period, Spotify will be increasing premium membership subscription prices. Last summer marked the first time in 10 years since the app hiked the price of its premium plan. Previously, the premium plan cost £9.99 per month in the UK. However, it was raised to £10.99 per month. In the US, the premium subscription plan increased from $10 to $11 monthly. According to a Bloomberg report, Spotify intends to raise prices in five markets, including the UK, Australia, and Pakistan, by the end of April. Additionally, they plan to implement price adjustments in the US later this year. Subscription prices will be increasing to £11.99 in the UK and $12 in the US. The company attributes this change to their commitment to innovation and providing value to fans, the music industry, and creators on their platform. In a conversation with City A.M., a Spotify spokesperson said that the subscription price hike was done “so that we can keep innovating and delivering value to fans, the music industry, and creators on our platform, we occasionally update our prices” and continued, “We’ve begun communicating with existing subscribers in the UK to explain what this means for their account”. The IFPI (International Federation of the Phonographic Industry) reported last year that around 67% of music industry revenue was made by streaming platforms. Also to be noted, last week Spotify demonetized any songs on the platform with under 1000 streams. While Spotify claims the intention is “Modernizing their royalty system“, many artists are not pleased. In an interview with GQ Nine Inch Nails‘ Trent Reznor said streaming has “mortally wounded” many artists: “I think the terrible payout of streaming services has mortally wounded a whole tier of artists that make being an artist unsustainable“. Cover image credit: Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto The post Spotify To Increase Premium Membership Plan Price – Again appeared first on EDMTunes.

SHM Shares Sebastian Ingrosso Photo Post Tagging Alicia Keys on Facebook… On Friday Sebastian Ingrosso of Swedish House Mafia shared a photo of Alicia Keys on social media, possibly hinting at a collaborative track release sometime soon. While nothing is yet certain, fans are speculating that it could be an official release of the collaborative cover track Finally, which Swedish House Mafia has played multiple times at major festivals over the last few years. First debuting in San Francisco at a Swedish House Mafia performance during their ‘Paradise Again’ tour – where Alicia joined the trio on stage. Take a look below at the track performed live…. Fans will likely not be disappointed with the Finally cover track officially released or surprised with another potential collaboration. Additionally, in a recent X thread, Alicia tagged both Swedish House Mafia and JCole in response to a tweet by @DiaryOfKeysus inquiring about a J Cole and Swedish House Mafia collaboration – Good question!! @JColeNC & @swedishousemfia let’s get it!!! https://t.co/c7TYwaMr72 — Alicia Keys (@aliciakeys) March 29, 2024 We’re right there with you @DiaryOfKeysus and also anxious to find out what all of the recent SHM & Alicia Keys hype is about. Will we see an official recording of the Finally cover released in the coming weeks? Maybe a new collaboration with J Cole too? Your guess is as good as ours but, when it drops you can read about it here on EDMTunes. The post Swedish House Mafia Teases Alicia Keys Collab appeared first on EDMTunes.

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Personalized Playlists with a Creative Twist Spotify, the popular music streaming service, has taken playlist creation to the next level with its new feature: AI Playlist. The tool allows users to craft playlists based on written prompts. Whether you’re a seasoned playlist curator or a beginner, AI Playlist pairs powerful personalization technology with artificial intelligence to deliver the perfect musical mix just for you. Spotify’s AI-powered playlist creation feature allows users to go beyond the usual requests based on genres or time frames. Now, people can ask for custom playlists inspired by a wide range of prompts, such as “songs to serenade my cat” or “beats to battle a zombie apocalypse”. These prompts can reference anything from places and animals to activities, movie characters, colors, or even emojis. To create these personalized playlists, Spotify combines powerful personalization technology with AI. Users can start by typing a unique prompt into the chat, let’s say “an indie folk playlist to give my brain a big warm hug” or “relaxing music to tide me over during allergy season”. The tool then generates a playlist tailored to their request. But it doesn’t end there! After the playlist is created, users can fine-tune it further. They can issue commands like “less upbeat” or “more pop” to revise the selection of songs. And if there’s a track they’d rather skip, a simple swipe left removes it from the playlist. One of Spotify’s recent innovations is the AI DJ feature, which rolled out globally last year. This cutting-edge tool combines Sonantic and OpenAI technologies to create an artificial voice modeled after Xavier “X” Jernigan, Spotify’s Head of Cultural Partnerships. X’s AI persona introduces song selections to users, just like a real radio host. Notably, Spotify has also been investing in in-house research to stay at the forefront of AI and large language models. While AI Playlist is currently only available in the UK and Australia, you can take a closer look at this new AI technology from Spotify in the video below: Spotify’s CEO, Daniel Ek, has hinted to investors about additional ways the platform can harness AI technology. Possibilities include summarizing podcasts, generating AI-driven advertisements, and exploring the concept of cloning a podcast host’s voice. It looks like Spotify will remain at the forefront of music-related AI research and development for now as they continuously seek innovative ways to enhance their users’ experiences. The post Spotify Introduces Written-Prompt Powered ‘AI Playlist’ appeared first on EDMTunes.

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The Sahara Tent was the place to be on Saturday night at Coachella. Aussie DJ/producer Dom Dolla brought his A-game for a headlining set that nobody in attendance will soon forget. As Dolla kicked things off by unleashing his hotly anticipated unreleased track “GIRLS” on the festival crowd, you could feel the electric anticipation in the air. But it wasn’t just any crowd – the viewers went next-level as megawatt stars Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and Ice Spice danced feverishly in the front row. The vibe was already incandescent, but Dolla wasn’t done dazzling yet. Midway through his set, he raised the energy through the roof by bringing out a legendary special guest: Nelly Furtado! The iconic “Promiscuous” singer strutted onstage to deafening roars from the audience. What followed was an explosive, generational mash-up as Furtado and Dolla fused her signature 2006 smash “Maneater” with the throbbing beats of Benny Benassi’s “Satisfaction.” You could see Swift, Kelce, and Spice living their best lives upfront, bouncing jubilantly and singing every word as the unlikely pairing united two eras of dancefloor supremacy. It was a surreal, only-at-Coachella moment that had everyone in a frenzy. But the surprises kept coming. Furtado stuck around to help Dolla recreate their acclaimed 2022 collaboration “Eat Your Man” for a raunchy, pulsating rendition that shook the very earth beneath the tent. By the time Dolla’s set thundered to a euphoric close, it was clear a new chapter of Coachella lore had been written. Dolla’s untamed Sahara takeover may just be the start of a weekend burning red-hot with shock and awe. The post Dom Dolla Packs Out Sahara Tent at Coachella with Nelly Furtado appeared first on The Groove Cartel.

Cyazon continues to make his mark on the landscape of Electronic Music, delivering productions that continually serve as proof of his impressive talents and unique creativity. Known for a sound that blends across genres, including Dubstep, Drum & Bass, and Midtempo, Cyazon’s production catalogue is becoming increasingly detailed with high-quality tracks and high-energy collaborations with other gifted Artists. So, today we’re looking forward to being joined in conversation with Cyazon to talk about his career so far, looking at the exciting moments that continue to stand out. Hi Cyazon! How have you been? Hi! Good thank you. To start, what would you consider to be the standout moments or highlights of your music career thus far? Some standout moments in my music career are my Monstercat debut ‘Neo Soul’ in 2020, which has 1.3 million streams on Spotify, my collaboration with Au5 on Ophelia Records from last year, and placements of my music in video games. What were some of the early career milestones that had helped you gain a reputation in the Electronic Music scene? Like I mentioned, my Monstercat single in 2020 really helped me gain traction in my music career as well as my reputation in the music scene. My release with Night Mode in 2020, ‘Shadowrunner’, also helped. How did it feel to have your debut single, ‘Neo Soul’ on Monstercat when you first started? During that time when ‘Neo Soul’ was released, it was a busy few months, yet it was an exciting time for me as it was my first significant label release. How do you feel your musical identity has evolved since you first started? Are there any specific moments that mark important changes to your style or approach? I would say the unreleased music I have now goes in a very different direction, sound-wise, than my previous music. It’s less techy and cyberpunk-sounding and more analog, cinematic, synthwave-sounding. It sounds like I’m telling more of a story with my unreleased music. The songwriting approach to how I write melodies has not changed too much, so that has stayed the same. Do you have some memorable moments or highlights from when you first started live-streaming on Monstercat’s MCTV livestream on Twitch? Like I have mentioned, after the MCTV livestream I did in 2020, the major highlights happened in 2023 when I released my song ‘Before You Leave’ with Au5 on Ophelia. I also did a remix for a game in 2023, which was released through Monstercat, so that was a highlight as well. Which collaborations with vocalists have been pivotal to your music career? Collaborating with Essenger and Tyler Graves on my released discography has really pushed things along in my music career. I’m looking forward to the unreleased music I have with vocalists that I have always wanted to work with. Some of those vocalists are going to really progress things with my music career I believe. How does it feel to now have the support of major labels such as FiXT, Bass Rebels, Ophelia, Monstercat, and Circus Records for your music? It feels great to have released music with those labels. I still would like to release more consistently with Monstercat and labels of that level to further progress my career. What are some of your favourite tracks or releases you are proud to have produced so far? I really like how ‘Before You Leave’ turned out with Au5 and Tyler Graves and ‘Neo Soul’ with Essenger. Those songs mean a lot to me since I was writing it during times when I was struggling. I also enjoyed creating ‘Ultraviolet’ with Becko as well. Looking forward, what are your goals or aspirations for the future of your music career in Electronic Music? My main goal for the future of my music career is to sign with a booking agency and perform and play shows and festivals consistently to make a living/income from performing. Having had such an enthralling journey so far, we’re sure that Cyazon will continue paving a distinct way within Electronic Music as he promises to bring more captivating sounds and exciting collaborations to his listeners. So, be sure to stay in the know by following Cyazon across social media, as he surely remains a talent not to miss. Cyazon Online Instagram | Beatport | Spotify The post Career Highlights With Cyazon appeared first on Electic Mode.

Musée d’Orsay, Paris, France last month invited electronic musician and digital artist Agoria to perform celebrating the premiere of Le Code d’Orsay – a first for the institution and now as our Mix of the Week. A fresh fusion of art, technology, and science, Agoria’s commission and performance represented a groundbreaking journey into the digital sphere. Musée d’Orsay’s recent focus on the connection between the emergence of experimental art and its collections resulted in a rare invitation to the Fresh musician to give his unique take on the Musée d’Orsay, its architecture and its masterpieces. Now available exclusively via Apple Music, the unique DJ set by the French digital artist, DJ, composer and producer included original composition inspired by the Musée d’Orsay and was recorded within the Museums nave; a majestic 19th-century railway station on the Seine’s Left Bank, lined with the masterworks of Monet, Manet, and van Gogh. Musée d’Orsay’s recent focus on the connection between the emergence of experimental art and its collections resulted in a rare invitation to Agoria to give his unique take on the Musée d’Orsay, its architecture, and its masterpieces. A leading player in digital art and visionary Sébastien Devaud, known as Agoria sees his entire artistic practice revolving around biological generative art, meaning the creation of works using algorithms, artificial intelligence and data from the living world. He works closely with scientists to design works that combine art, music, the Metaverse and science, intending to bring the living world into the “blockchain”. As part of this invitation entitled {Le code d’Orsay}, which ran from 13 February to 10 March, Agoria presented two works The first, “Σ Lumina”, with a highly poetic, participative and experimental dimension, and a second “Interpretation by Saccharomyces cerevisiae of The Painter’s Studio by Gustave Courbet” which very closely links the respective worlds of art and science. This connection is at the heart of the artist’s approach, wishing to show that the cryptic and digital worlds are inseparable from the physical and living worlds. “Le Code d’Orsay” included a DJ set by the artist and a discussion about the evolving relationship between art and science. The exhibition was curated by Christophe Leribault, President of the Musée d’Orsay and the Musée de l’Orangerie, and Virginie Donzeaud, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Musée d’Orsay and the Musée de l’Orangerie The post Mix of the Week – Agoria Live at Musee D’Orsay, Paris appeared first on Decoded Magazine.