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When Zedd bought his extravagant Beverly Hills mansion back in 2018, he had a grand time showing everyone his sparkling new property. Initially purchased for $16 million, the 9,400-square-foot house has plenty of open space, high ceilings, and all the amenities you could wish for. “He even has a room he calls his ‘Costco’ room for the specific purpose of stockpiling enough things that he never has to leave his house,” Your EDM wrote. Toward the middle of 2021, after adding about 1,600 sq ft to the property, he put the house on the market for for $26.5 million, adding around $10 million to the market price from when he first purchased it. Since then, it’s sat on the market until earlier this month, when it sold for $18.4 million to writer/producer/director Kenya Barris, known for “Black-ish,” “Girls Trip,” “Grown-ish” and the recently released Netflix film “You People.” Zedd still has some pretty sick digs though, in another house he purchased from Joe Jonas in 2020 for $15 million. via Dirt, H/T EDM.com | Photo via Rukes.com This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Zedd sells incredible Beverly Hills mansion for $18.4M to ‘black-ish’ creator

Kicking off 2023, An Error Occurred presents his reality-distorting five-track EP, “phonk_ep.exe,” as the follow up to his debut album, “life is probably a simulation.” An Error Occurred takes listeners on a roller coaster of energy and emotions, with phonk as the central theme of the EP. Always looking to push the boundaries of sound design and electronic music, his music has been included in Riot Games’ Valorant and the trailer for PUBG. “I’m excited to drop this 5 song EP to follow up my debut album, ‘life is probably a simulation’. I love the energy of phonk and I had an incredible experience creating these songs.” He shares. Stream “phonk_ep.exe” below, out now via Position Music, and prepare to enter a new era of phonk music, brought to you by An Error Occurred. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: An Error Occurred presents his 5 track EP “phonk_ep.exe”

For the last two and a half months, most of the electronic music community has been consumed by Skrillex and his unrelenting domination over the news cycle. He was dropping singles every week, announced an album, announced a show at Madison Square Garden, sold it out, dropped the album, played a show in Times Square, played the show at MSG, dropped another album mid-show. It was unavoidable. But from the beginning of the year we’ve known that there is so much more. Beyond the albums we know and are looking forward to, the wheels keep turning — cue ODESZA, who this morning surprised fans with a release of “Hopeful,” a track they say didn’t make it onto their last album but “encapsulated our time away from the world while writing the record.” This one never made the album but we always felt it was special and in a way encapsulated our time away from the world while writing the record. Hopeful is out now.https://t.co/Vq1ulPAulz — ODESZA (@odesza) February 21, 2023 The song feels similar to many of the synth-laden masterpieces of early M83, with echoing voices and slowly evolving melodies until the full weight of the emotion of the sounds crashes down. As the title suggests, it truly is a song that fills the listener with a feeling of deep hope and possibility. Listen below. Photo via Alexander Babarikin This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: ODESZA surprise fans with new song that didn’t make the last album, “Hopeful”

Championing the next wave of emerging talents, Frequency is establishing itself as a powerful player within the independent label space, having just launched a custom YouTube Content ID system and expanded with a new publishing arm. The tastemaker imprint’s early days date back to 2013, when founder Kelvin Ruijters noticed a lack of availability of royalty free music online. Aiming to tackle this problem and provide the next wave of creators with music they could use without the fear of copyright complications, he launched Frequency. Almost 10 years later, the label is sticking to its mantra to explore, create and share music together. Since its humble beginnings, Frequency has evolved into two separate imprints, alongside a freshly-launched publishing arm. One of Frequency Music’s earliest success stories became EDM star Arc North, who has amassed tens of millions of global streams across his catalog, as well 700,000 fans and videos that have been viewed over 110 million times. Talented artists such as Rival, Cadmium and Jon Becker followed suit, who took advantage of Frequency’s prioritization of artist development, visual identification and musical quality. Over the past couple of years the company’s Frequency Recordings arm set its sights in recruiting talent outside of the electronic music world, helping launch the careers of artists such as singer/songwriter Euan Allison, whose soothing, debut EP ‘Lights Off’ amassed over 8 million streams and enjoyed massive support from digital platforms. Building long-term relationships with artists who rather fall into the pop or indie world, Frequency Recordings is not bound by specific genres, championing emerging talent no matter their musical background or identity. One of Frequency Recordings’ latest releases was Jack Shore’s debut EP ‘Can We Stay Here Forever,’ which saw him step into his own as an artist first. Collaborating with Michael Shynes to unveil four dancefloor-ready and synthwave-infused radio hits, Jack Shore solidified himself as a talent to watch under Frequency, and set himself up for long-term success. Frequency has jumped headfirst into 2023, having recently launched its custom YouTube Content ID system, which will allow artists and labels to` seamlessly handle their digital rights management on YouTube. Frequency’s built-in system recognizes videos of content creators and monetizes those who did not credit properly, while giving 24-hour support to clients in a joint-venture with We Are Era B.V. While the growing company is aiming to become a true competitor to all the widely-known and respected (major) labels that are dominating the business, their early values still remain: help innovative music shine and cultivate a strong community. Frequency Social Media: Website – YouTube – Spotify – SoundCloud – Facebook – Instagram – Twitter This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Rising Label Frequency Music Is Championing The Next Wave Of Independent Musicians

2023 seems to be the year of breaking the mold. That couldn’t be more true with the release of this new collaboration “Twisted” from Hardwell and Will Sparks. If a collaboration from these two came out 5-7 years back, it would most likely sounded like a mix of synth-blaring big room house with the rubber-band beat and bass line of a Melbourne bounce tune. But in current year, both of these artist’s are in very different places. For one, Hardwell took a massive break from touring and signaled his return with his sophomore album. Since then, he’s dropped a few new singles and remixes and even a Dance Dance Revolution inspired track. Meanwhile, Will Sparks has ventured into sub-genres that have taken him beyond Melbourne’s scene. We’re talking some psytrance, hardstyle, and festival-style house. But where these two intersect is in the growing sound of main-stage techno and that is where “Twisted” comes into play. For old-school ravers, they might be reminded of 2007 classic “Your Mind is Twisted” hook from Greg, Jeroenski, and Roog. The song had such a grip in the early 2010s that even Fedde Le Grand couldn’t help adding his own spin on it in 2014. But unlike the original’s glitchy, electro-house grit, Hardwell and Will Sparks concoct a modern techno avalanche. The drum beat is cacophonous and met with these tactile synths. As they meet up with the hi-hats, “Twisted” becomes a bellowing beast that becomes a perfect fit for rage-ready audiences. Make sure to check out “Twisted” by Hardwell and Will Sparks on Revealed Records out now. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Hardwell and Will Sparks Team Up on “Twisted”

David Guetta has expanded his Future Rave sound to incorporate bass house titan Marten Horger into their latest single “The Freaks.” Featuring a blending of Guetta’s iconic future rave energy into a more condensed bass house package, “The Freaks” is a tune that is sure to have everyone grooving on the dancefloor. Every time they hear this song, the freaks come out. Featuring a dark, distorted vocal refrain, acid-like synths and a bassline that’s made for the afterhours, “The Freaks” is a track that is sure to light up many dancefloors, large and small. “The Freaks” has that underground sensibility of a Guetta Future Rave track, but has that nice modern bassline and rocking rhythm courtesy of Marten Horger. Check out David Guetta and Marten Horger’s latest, “The Freaks” out now on Spinnin’. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: David Guetta and Marten Horger Team Up for Club Ready Track “The Freaks”

Dutch big-room masters Bassjackers are back with their first EP of new music in more than four years, Les Pays Bass. The six track EP is not what you might expect and showcases the Dutch duo’s production versatility. Ranging from old school big room bangers like “How We Do” to the absolute floor stomper “Bass Hammer” to their own take on techno “Oldschool Vibe,” Les Pays Bass is sure to delight Bassjackers fans and critics alike. “‘Les Pays Bass’ is not polished. It’s testing what sounds the newest technologies can make, combined with old flavors and raw energy. We want to create a place for the real ravers: the land of the Bass. We’re now amidst our Les Pays Bass US Tour, and we’re really implementing all that Les Pays Bass stands for. Experimenting is always scary, but the crowds are certainly ready. We’re also excited about the new Les Pays Bass merch! Thanks to an awesome new partner, we can really take it to the next level and be more than just a shirt or sweater. Also, Les Pays Bass radio will start broadcasting again, and we have some unique formats. All in all, exciting times are here, and we’re really happy and inspired!” – Bassjackers Check out the latest from Bassjackers, Les Pays Bass, out now on Smash the House. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Bassjackers Drop Eclectic New EP “Les Pays Bass”

Multi instrumentalist, producer Ryan Farish presents “Embers and Light,” a 14 track chill electronic album, mixing digital with the sound of the violin, for an ethereal listening experience. What makes the album special is the inspiration behind it. Farish says the album was created during an intensely inspired season for him, during which he reconnected with the very first instrument he learned to play as a young musician, the violin. In addition to the violin, Ryan also used Moog’s reissued Model D, which adds to the warmth and emotions of the album. I have always been fascinated with recorded music, in that recordings are a timeless representation of where an Artist is creatively, in a specific moment in time. In many ways, they are time capsules. Moments frozen in time, recorded music allows us to look both forward and back in time, through the music captured in these moments. “Skylight” really captures the essence of where I am artistically in the most present moment, and was the most recent song I recorded for my upcoming album, ‘Embers and Light’,” Farish says. Stream “Embers and Light” below, out now via Rytone Entertainment. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Ryan Farish presents the “Embers and Light” album

Skrillex just dropped his first album in nine years, Quest For Fire, yesterday. The same day, he, Four Tet, and Fred again.. played an unannounced pop up from a school bus in the middle of Times Square in New York the day before their show at Madison Square Garden, which they announced three days ahead of time and sold out within three minutes. Just now, while the trio are literally on stage at one of the most iconic venues in the world, he surprised us all with the release of his second album, Don’t Get Too Close. I think I speak for all of us when I say, “Are you f*cking for real right now?” But rest assured, this is real life. With an almost decade-long album drought, within 48 hours, Skrillex has dropped two brand new albums. Yes, some old singles sneak their way in but let’s be honest, none of us are complaining. Compared to Quest For Fire, Don’t Get Too Close is far more focused on pop and hip hop, with collaborators including PinkPantheress, Trippie Redd, Yung Lean, Bladee, Kid Cudi, Chief Keef, Swae Lee, Bibi Bourelly, Justin Bieber, and Don Toliver. And then there’s Anthony Green, the frontman for Circa Survive and Saosin? We don’t question Skrillex, we’re really just letting this all happen and we’re okay with it. Listen below. Photo by Marilyn Hue This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Skrillex just surprise dropped his second album of the year from Madison Square Garden

LA-via-Cleveland artist DJ Topgun presents the first single off his upcoming EP ‘City of The Freaks,’ out March 17. “Fire” is a sizzling four-alarm stew of classic house music. Dark and sweaty vibes, it brings the heat while setting the tone for what to expect next. The EP was inspired by the city of Los Angeles, a place known for the glitz and glamour, along with rough edges. DJ Topgun’s LA experience is at the center of the concept behind ‘City of The Freaks.’ “City of Freaks is the story of the encounters I’ve faced with people in the city of Los Angeles, living a false reality of pretending to be someone or something they’re not” – DJ Topgun Being a part of multiple different scenes, DJ Topgun has collaborated with a diverse range of artists including Drippin So Pretty, Uno The Activist, Gab3, Kennyhoopla, Zelly Ocho, and more. Before kicking off his own solo project, Topgun was regularly opening for Lil Xan on tour. Keep an eye out for more exciting DJ Topgun announcements in the coming weeks! This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: DJ Topgun Drops ‘Fire’ Off Upcoming EP ‘City of The Freaks’

Whenever we hear of a new remix of an old classic, we’re always excited to hear, especially when it’s coming from NYC-based DJ and producer Martial Simon. He’s got a knack for creating infectious grooves and uplifting house vibes, making it only fitting he’s taking this on. Martial’s rendition is a modern, energetic spin on “Super Trouper” by the 1970’s superstar group ABBA. It whirls you back in time to the glory disco days during the verses, that builds seamlessly among crisp percussion and a bouncy bass line. The drop is anthemic, with classic rave lead adding the cherry on top to this remix. Here’s what Martial Simon had to say about it: “Super Trouper is my favorite of the ABBA catalog. And what better way to pay homage, then to add a little dance pop flavor with a synthy drop. It was a treat making this record come to life!” Listen below! This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Martial Simon Flips ABBA’s ‘Super Trouper’ Into A Uplifting House-Fueled Hit

When the unmistakable rhythm of House in the night clubs met with the organic sonority of groovy african percussions, a new sensation was born. It didn’t take long for Afro House to skyrocket from South Africa and take over the dance floors all around the world. Therefore, it’s worth remembering the agents who made it all happen. From legendary names like De Capo and Louie Vega to the new kid on the block, the Brazilian Maz, we selected a 5 artists that should be on your radar for 2023. Black Coffe It’s impossible to talk about Afro House without mentioning Black Coffee. This revolutionary DJ was greatly responsible for the popularization of the genre in South Africa and its spread around the world. Through it, he influenced masses of up-and-coming DJs and has broken barriers of electronic music, working with R&B celebrities Drake, John Legend, and Usher. Maz Although embarking on his debut international tour, the new kid on the block Maz is already a household name within the Brazilian Afro House scene, a hotspot of electronic music. He’s shown that he can deliver instant hits, such as his remix of “Todo Homem” and “Banho de Folhas”, which has taken the European summer by storm. His success got him his place in clubs such as BOMA, Laroc Club, Warung Beach Club, alongside Keinemusik and Green Valley, all sharing the stage with Rufus Du Sol. Maz stirs up the interest of great celebrities, such as Drake, vibing in Saint-Tropez, and Anitta, who has named the track “Banho de Folhas” her favorite at the moment. Louie Vega One of the global leaders of Dance Music, Louie Vega, takes on timeless projects that merge jazz, hip-hop, gospel, and soul music. This DJ, who was one of the minds behind the project New Masters at Work, couldn’t seem to fit in any existing category, which helped him to stand out and win a Grammy award, besides 7 nominations. Keinemusik A network consisting of 4 DJs and 1 visual artist, Keinemusik thrives on refining House and Techno to discover new paths. They shaped the Berlin scene and took on the dance floors of great festivals in the European summer. Keinemusik is also a record label which has Afro House, Melodic House & Techno, Indie Dance releases, and much more. Da Capo Making waves in the industry with his creativity and unique touch on remixes, Da Capo shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. His creations have been aired on some of South Africa’s best radio stations, besides being affiliated with established industry leaders, including artists like Freshly Ground, Muzart, The Soil, Ralf GUM, and brands such as Soul Candi and House Afrika. Naturally, Da Capo has toured Europe, performing in London, Paris, and a handful of capital cities. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Meet The Artists That are Fueling The Afro House Boom

Manic Focus is yet another electronic artist from Denver who has crafted his own unique style – defined by a hybrid of electronic, funk, soul, and hip-hop – has helped the producer cultivate a fervent fanbase captivated by his immersive studio trickery. He’s performed at festivals such as Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, Wakaan Festival, and has had multiple opening slots at Red Rocks in support of Zhu, Emancipator, Pretty Lights, and more. One listen to his music and it’s clear to see why he’s earned all of these esteemed slots. Now, the talented genre-bending producer is back with an electrifying bass single, “Blamma,” the third single off his forthcoming ‘Never Not Blue’ EP. Synth melodies sway left and right Manic Focus builds it into a thundering drop, with buzzing bass wubs and swirling layers of percussion. “If you ever feel like a blamma, bump this and rock out!” – Manic Focus Listen below! This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Manic Focus Drops Electrifying Bass Single, “Blamma”

In 2022, newly-minted, genre-bending outfit LVNDR.SOUND made bold musical statements and embedded its mark on the Denver music scene. Composed of Sunsquabi bassist Josh Fairman, keyboardist/sound design virtuoso Geoff Bremer and multi-instrumentalist Jay.Greens, the electronic trio introduced their blend of future bass, electro-soul, house, and nu-age funk in grand studio presentation. After releasing 4 singles last year, they’ve now unveiled their highly anticipated debut LP, ‘Lavender’, that is a testament to just how talented these guys are. You never quite know where the song is going, but you can count on the result being fantastic. Take “Expedition” for example, which starts out with groovy deep house elements, that builds into a whopping electro-infused drop. “Talkin’ Bout It” showcases a more vibey, lo-fi meets dubstep wubs type of sound, that easily mesmerizes the ears. These guys have proved they can tackle and blend just about any genre, and ‘Lavender’ is a fantastic debut LP for LVNDR.SOUND. “We spent almost three years writing and producing this music and defining our sound. The resulting work of art is the culmination of our experiences, various influences, and areas of musical expertise, showcasing our shared love for dance music, detailed, immersive soundscapes, and unique, creative expression.“ – Jay.Greens, multi-instrumentalist and producer for LVNDR.SOUND Listen below! This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: LVNDR.SOUND Release Fantastic Debut LP ‘Lavender’

Gaining support from artists such as Deadmau5, Dillon Francis, Alison Wonderland and many more, Moises Godoy, musically known as NOISES, is a West Coast Producer & DJ with a wide variety of cycle-worthy records under his belt since his breakthrough in the electronic music scene. His music is immensely creative, and it’s no surprise he’s now earned Zeds Dead’s stamp of approval to release his latest single “Find Me” on their new imprint, Altered State. This intoxicating deep house track is sensational, pairing airy vocals with a hypnotic groove that only leaves you wanting to listen over and over again. Listen below! This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: NOISES Signs “Find Me” to Zeds Dead’s New Imprint ‘Altered State’

It’s always a treat when you manage to catch an artist in their growth phase. Seeing their hard work begin to come to fruition, their talent blossoming, gaining recognition from both peers and fans — it’s rarer than you might think, as so many people only tend to find artists after they’ve hit their prime. When we put ROSSY on our Artists To Watch in 2021 list, she had only released a couple handfuls of singles, but the recognition was growing. She had gone from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of plays, found friendship and collaboration with Pauline Herr, and was still self-releasing many of her solo singles. A little over two years later, she has put out her debut EP, HEAVENS DOOR, with HARD Recs, and has some of the most successful and meaningful songs of her career. HEAVENS DOOR starts off with her show opener, a fan favorite for months, “ANTHEM,” that proudly shouts — “It’s mothaf*ckin ROSSY” — yes it is. ROSSY gives fans a window into what makes the project so special: “I wanted to wait to make an EP until it felt like I could fully give the world the realest representation of myself, a true piece of me. I wanted to make sure it was so special for all of the lovely people who take their time to support and stream me. I wanted everything from the music, the art, the rollout, and the branding to feel so special and so true to me.” Listen below. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: ROSSY releases debut EP ‘HEAVENS DOOR’ on HARD Recs

I remember exactly where I was when I heard Skrillex for the first time. It was 2010, I was in my sophomore dorm in college, sitting at my desk probably perusing Earmilk at the time, and came upon “Rock ‘n’ Roll (Will Take You to the Mountain).” Up to then, I’d only dabbled in EDM, listening to some of the big names at the time like deadmau5, The Prodigy, Daft Punk, and some odd ones out like Rusko or Pendulum. But that song did something to me that opened a door to an almost decade-long career and experiences that I wouldn’t trade for anything. For a lot of people, Skrillex is that artist that inspired them, that opened the door and showed them something different. Absolutely, there were others before him and there will be others after him, but his legacy on the culture of dance music can never, ever be understated. Now, here we are, nine years since his last album, Recess, years and years after hearing, “We’re getting the album this year… maybe next year… maybe next year…” It is worth the wait. Quest For Fire is the first of two albums we’re getting from Skrillex this year, and allegedly the harder of the two. It’s rife with collaborations, featuring names from Fred again.. and Four Tet to Joker, Missy Elliott & Mr. Oizo, Starrah, Nai Barghouti, Aluna and Kito, and excitedly Porter Robinson. And yet, despite the incredible amount of artists on the album, not to mention the caliber of those artists, this sounds like a Skrillex album. His sonic signature is present and palpable throughout every track. From the little sample callbacks to his earlier tracks (“Yes, oh my god!”) to his iconic vocal chops, and most of all the cleanest production you’ll ever hear, mixed and mastered to perfection. On top of some previously released singles like “Butterflies,” “TOO BIZARRE” (which gets a new “juked” version with Posij), and “Supersonic,” and of course “Rumble,” all of the new songs bring some aspect of Skrillex into play. “Tears” with Joker and Sleepnet is sure to be a fan favorite, as well as “Inhale Exhale” and “Hydrate” with Flowdan, BEAM, and PEEKABOO. “Good Space” also reuses some elements from “Face My Fears” with Utada Hikaru, while “Still Here” with Porter Robinson and Bibi Bourelly uses elements of “Language.” It’s an album representative of past, present, and future and it’s so brilliantly and expertly crafted. It was worth the nine years. Listen below. Photo via Marilyn Hue This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Skrillex’s first album in 9 years is literally everything we wanted

Crankdat is one of the few producers who truly never misses. His newest track “Move Back” with Savage is reminiscent of the festival hit by Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike vs W&W, “Crowd Control,” at least as far as giving instructions to the crowd goes. Beyond that, it’s a devastating bass house banger. “The demo of this song was originally titled “Ride the Bull,” because to me it sounded like some Spanish Mariachi Matador stuff. I’ve loved “Swing” and “Freaks” for a long time, so I was all about working with Savage.” – Crankdat Not onto does it have the makings of a true festival anthem, the vocal instructions are also catchy as hell, as simple as they are. After his sets, you’ll be chanting “to the left! to the left! to the right! to the right!” just because it’s so fun. You’ve probably already heard him play this at many of his sets these past few months. This month will see Crankdat close out his first headline run in three years, ‘Return of the Crank,’ hitting over 28 cities and selling out shows including his home state stop at Skully’s Music-Diner in Columbus, OH. Last year, he opened for Steve Aoki at Amnesia, played to a packed crowd at Avalon in LA, and made his Tomorrowland debut. In 2023, he’ll make his Ultra Music Festival debut in Miami, return to Tomorrowland, play at Project GLOW Festival in DC, and announce more live performances. Check out “Move Back” below to get yourself acquainted before you catch him this year. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Crankdat’s newest single “Move Back” with Savage is a surefire festival anthem

When we named LUPA one of our Artists To Watch in 2022, she had just released her debut EP on mau5trap a couple months prior. Now, a little over a year later, she’s back with her third EP on the imprint, releasing the first track of the project today, “Born a Beast.” Staying true to her brand of dark techno, the pounding bassline creates an ominous feeling of suspense and terror, while also bringing tons of energy to the surface. “I came up with the idea for “Born A Beast” while on a music retreat in the mountains. It got dark early, and once it was night there was zero natural light left. I thought about the unknown things or creatures that could be hiding in the darkness of the forest and wanted to capture that uncanny feeling in a song,” – LUPA Her new EP is titled Animosity and you can check out the first track below now! This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: LUPA launches forthcoming EP on mau5trap with first single, “Born a Beast”

Multi-talented musician and performer Alfiya Glow is back with a brand new A/B side EP “Into the Woods.” We were first introduced to her violin playing skills and production prowess back in 2021. Not only has Alfiya made her name performing at festivals such as Electric Forest and SXSW, she’s also performed at world renowned concert halls such as Carnegie Hall and Walt Disney Concert Hall. The A-side of “Into the Woods” features bright, shimmering synths and an uplifting chord progression accompanied by Alfiya’s masterful violin playing. The vibe of the track is supposed to be encountering a fairy in the woods. The light violin plucks accompanying the light synth progression give the track a light and air-y feel to it. It’s definitely a vibe I would want to feel before going deep into the forest. The B-side is Joshua Moreno’s Midnight Mix of the track. As the title suggests, it’s a much deeper and darker sounding tune than the original mix. That being said, the Midnight Mix might be an even deeper trip into the woods. With light hi-hats beating in the background over a pulsating bassline and light kick drum, the Midnight Mix of “Into the Woods” is perfect for late night drive. Check out the latest from Alfiya Glow, “Into the Woods” out now on Luscious Vibrations. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Alfiya Glow Returns With New A/B Side EP “Into the Woods”

RÜFÜS DU SOL are one of the most sought out live acts in all of dance music. So, it makes sense that they would have a destination event that was so in demand, they had to announce a second date. The Australian dance music trio recently announced the Closing Weekend of Sundream Baja, their immersive four day destination event, after the instant sellout of the first weekend. On May 11-14, the Grammy-award winning band will bring their boutique festival concept back to El Ganzo Sculpture Gardens in San José del Cabo for four days of music programming, wellness activities, art installations and intimate DJ sessions from some of the band’s closest kin and inspirations. RÜFÜS themselves will play two different sets (live and DJ!) as well as support from Dixon, Bedouin, Whomadewho, DJ Tennis b2b Carlita and much more. Tickets for the closing weekend are still available. If you’re looking to get away and unwind, Sundream Baja is the event for you with its vibey sets, artistic setting, and grassroots feel. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: RÜFÜS DU SOL Announce Closing Weekend of Sundream Baja

Desert Hearts, one of Southern California’s most celebrated boutique dance music festivals, recently unveiled the lineup for their highly anticipated return to Lake Perris May 5-8. UK pioneer Skream, 17 Steps icon Dusky, TIGA, and Dirtybird head honcho Claude VonStroke are among the big names headlining this years’ festivities. Of course, Desert Hearts crew Mikey Lion, Lee Reynolds, Marbs and Porky will be gracing the lineup as well. After relocating to Lake Perris last year, this year’s edition of the festival should see many improvements to the festival’s layout, as well as a return to the festival’s celebrated One Stage, One Vibe format. Ever since its inception in 2012, Desert Hearts has been at the forefront of dance music counter culture. Although, the festival has expanded in recent years, the ethos remains the same. House, Techno & Love is the name of the game. Get your tickets for Desert Hearts 2023 here. There are several camping options available. Check out the official trailer to give you an idea of what you’re in store for. This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Desert Hearts Drop Star Studded Lineup for 2023 Edition

At last night’s Skrillex show in Brooklyn at Good Room, fans might have seen a paper with a bunch of names on it throughout the venue. Given the recent Basement Set tracklist, your first instinct would likely be to think that this is the list of featured names on his upcoming two albums this year. That hunch was confirmed by a moderator in the Skrillex Discord last night. We’ve already heard six singles so far from the two albums, split between QFF and DGTC. These included collaborations with Bibi Bourelly, Nai Barghouti, Bladee, Bobby Raps, PinkPantheress & Trippie Redd, and Fred again.. & Flowdan. From the Basement Mix, and the sheet below, we can also assume that “Supersonic” with Noisia, josh pan, and Dylan Brady will be on one of the albums, as well as “Too Bizarre” with Swae Lee and Siiickbrain and “Butterflies” with Starrah and Four Tet. And if Justin Bieber and Don Toliver are on this sheet, “Don’t Go” is also going to be released on DGTC. One name not present is Pete Wentz, whose voice was featured in the Basement Mix — apparently that was used merely as a transition point between two tracks. Check out the full feature list below and get ready for the official release of Quest For Fire this Friday! This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Feature list for upcoming Skrillex albums includes Justin Bieber, Kid Cudi, Missy Elliott, Porter Robinson, & more

Full of self-assurance, Christian Locke charts the journey towards belief in oneself on the life-affirming “Look at Me Now.” A spry sensibility keeps things relatively expected. The blend of the tender with the intense rush of power that comes in on those minor releases of tension has a universal appeal. When those eventual bursts from the calm do come, they virtually beg the song to be played at the loudest possible volume to experience the intoxicating aura of his skill on the guitar as it shreds on through and breaks out in mad dashes for the sky. The volume starts small. The steady buildup of the work feels poignant to experience. The acoustic guitar gently glides through. He throws the listener off a little bit, for it brings a forlorn message. From this point, though, he turns the idea on its head. Word choice further expresses this, for when the song’s groove gains strength and muscle, it is a moral victory. Back and forth happens between these quiet and loud moments. Only towards the song’s latter half does the tide appear to turn completely. At the very last stretch, he ultimately allows the rhythm to break down into a million shards making sure it has this crystal clarity about its mission. With the help of songwriter and musician Bri Tolani, Christian Locke proves himself to be a brilliant lyricist, having the verses perfectly complement the rising action of “Look at Me Now.” This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Christian Locke Rises Above on the Confident Stance of ‘Look at Me Now’

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, you might be looking to spice up your playlists with passionate tracks – and do we have the song for you! Collaborating with the immensely talented vocalist Robin Vane, “Forgiving Hearts” is the latest single from Tim Clark, that tells an emotional story of overcoming addiction and finding forgiveness in your relationship for the struggles it has caused in the past. It’s not everyday we find such powerful messages interlaced in dance songs, and together, these two proved just how special of a team they are. Clark sprinkles in his energetic, future rave elements that allows this single to transcend into a whole new dimension. Here’s what Tim had to say about it: “’Forgiving Hearts’” was written as an open love letter to my wife. The only way to be able to have success in a long-term relationship is that both [people] have to have ‘Forgiving Hearts’. Now, I wrote the song to leave the reasonings open to anyone’s interpretation. In my case, it was about a battle with addiction: my wife had had an issue with gambling and she was able to beat it. I’m so very proud of her because it took its toll on our family. But, we have forgiving hearts and better days are ahead of us.” Listen below! This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: PREMIERE: Tim Clark Unveils Electrifying Single, “Forgiving Hearts”