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Erik Bjärngard, also known as Bossfight, has a remarkable journey since his debut. He’s gained support from prominent figures in the industry, including Excision, Sullivan King, SLANDER, and more, highlighting his widespread influence. His music has also been featured in popular video games like Fortnite, Rocket League, and Roblox, demonstrating his versatility and broad appeal beyond conventional music platforms. Now, he’s back with a booming new single “Decimate,” signed to none other than Canadian powerhouse label Monstercat. “Decimate” showcases Bossfight’s unbridled energy and raw talent. With thunderous basslines, meticulous arrangement, and cinematic flair, the track rises above the rest, delivering an electrifying experience that defines the essence of bass music. Check it out below! This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Bossfight Releases Booming New Single ‘Decimate’ Via Monstercat

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience as Solomun, the maestro of electronic music, prepares to grace the historic gardens of Château de Chantilly with his presence. Scheduled for the 21st of June, 2024, this event is a dream come true for fans and newcomers alike. Promising a “5h extended set” against the backdrop of one of France’s most majestic castles, this is a must-see event. A Night Not to Be Missed During Paris Fashion Week Set in the picturesque Château de Chantilly, this performance is perfectly timed with Paris Fashion Week. This adds an extra layer of magic to the city’s already vibrant atmosphere. Solomun’s extended set promises to be a journey through sound. One that encapsulates the essence of both the historic venue and the contemporary beats that define electronic music today. With all previous events sold out, anticipation is high, and the experience promises to be nothing short of spectacular. Pre-Registration and Ticket Sales: Get Ready to Secure Your Spot Tickets for this highly anticipated event will go on sale on April 5th, 2024, at 12:00 CET. Furthermore, given the high demand expected for this unique performance, prospective attendees are encouraged to pre-register via Shotgun to secure their chance to witness Solomun in action. This event is brought to life by a collaboration between Atlas Artists, Gärten Festival, and Live Nation, ensuring a production value worthy of the grandeur of Château de Chantilly. Lastly, be sure to pre-register for tickets, and more information, here. In conclusion, the original post can be found here. The post Solomun Set to Enchant Paris’ Château de Chantilly with a 5-Hour Extended Set appeared first on EDMTunes.

Modern day renaissance woman Elaine Walker recently revived her timeless album ‘Four Momemtum’, that had her fans buzzing, leaving them with an anticipation of what she’d do next. If you’re not familiar, Walker’s music defies categorization with her retro-future sound, blending elements of Martian ambiance and funky roller disco. Beyond music, she’s a pioneer of microtonal music, a published mathematician, inventor of the vertical keyboard, and black-belt martial artist who has contributed to NASA-funded research on humans-on-Mars. Now, she’s back with a new album ‘No Terrestrial Road,’ which is a mesmerizing insight exploring humanity, space, and reality, inspired by her mathematical research on imaginary spaces. Through tracks like “Invaders,” “Eleven,” and “Don’t Leave My Planet,” Elaine delves into the speculative future of humanity and its potential encounters with extraterrestrial life. Musically, No Terrestrial Road ventures into unconventional territories, experimenting with various equal temperaments and the unique Bohlen-Pierce Scale. Tracks like “Flow Field” and “Matter Over Mind” showcase Elaine’s ability to blend retro and cutting-edge sounds, inviting listeners to experience a sonic journey like no other. Check it out for yourself below! This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Elaine Walker Drops Mesmerizing New Album, ‘No Terrestrial Road’

Hi, Who are you? Harrison Bennett, label manager since 2016. The label was founded by Zeds Dead in 2016 and is based out of Toronto. What’s your ethos? First and foremost, we are an artist-run label from an organisational and practical standpoint. So whatever we do is artist-led and in the service of their vision. We want to release the ultimate version of the project for the artist we are working with when it comes to the music and visuals. We also believe strongly in helping with the event side of things with the artist whether that is through our own label showcases, release parties or, providing promotional support for the artist’s tours or helping make connections with other touring acts to find support slots. Tell us your origin story... This was an idea that Zeds Dead had for quite a long time and has always been kicking around. They had a long history of working with various artist-run labels like Mad Decent and Dim Mak, and when it came time for them to put out their first album in 2016, Northern Lights, they put that idea into action. They wanted to launch a space to support artists and sounds that they felt were under-served by other labels and provide a platform for these artists that put into practice everything they had learned through their dealings with various labels. The label launched in March 2016 with a single release by Zeds Dead x Freddie Gibbs “Back Home” and then released a number of singles ahead of their album release in October 2016. The first artist we released after that was Nebbra in November of the same year and then in February 2017 we released the first volume of our We Are Deadbeats compilation series. Where are you based? Tell us about your local scene… Toronto! The city has always had a very strong underground scene that fosters a lot of collaboration between local artists across various genres. However, like a lot of major cities we’ve dealt with the loss of some significant midsize venues over the last decade which has put a bit of a damper on the weekly/bi-weekly event series that helped establish the dubstep and bass scenes in the city over the last 10+ years. Drum & Bass has a very storied history in this market with massive raves and events dating back 20+ years, probably even bigger than the dubstep scene. Recently we’ve seen a very healthy resurgence of underground events supporting bass music such as the DOCD series that has brought through acts like IMANU, Ternion Sound, Nikki Nair, Hamdi, and more. Do you have a specific sound or vibe? We aim to support the entire spectrum of bass music, and really focus on what we consider to be the next up-and-coming genres and artists. If you think of a festival with two stages; the main stage and the aide stage with emerging artists stage, we are the side stage with a focus on the sounds that we think are going to be moved over to the main stage in the next 6-12 months. We don’t really lean into the side of bass music that has been influenced by metal and rock, and instead go for more of the stuff that’s got a bit more of a hip-hop or rhythmic element to it. Very focused on groove. Do you have a regular artist roster- who can we see releasing with you? There’s a pretty big scope of acts that we work with throughout each year but we do have a good cast of recurring acts that like working with us time and time again. We don’t sign anyone exclusively because we believe that artists need flexibility in who they release with, but we’ve had the honour of working with acts like Subtronics, Griz, IMANU, Peekaboo, Blanke, Tape B, Sippy, A Hundred Drums, Chee and more multiple times. As well as legends like Rusko, Caspa, Coki, Emalkay, The Others, Subscape. Tell us about your A&R process… We try to keep our ear to the underground both in emerging artists and sounds. We want to be signing stuff we think is going to grow over the next 6-12 months. Not really concerned with artist size or their social growth, it’s very much about the track/release and if we think our audience will respond. We do a lot of outreach ourselves to artists that we think could work well on the label, and a fair bit of our signings have been the result of Zeds Dead supporting another track by the artist in their sets. What makes you different from other labels? We’re very genre agnostic in that we don’t stick to a specific sound or genre or bpm, we’re a broad spectrum bass label. And we’re very mindful about putting the artist’s vision first. We want to put out the ultimate version of the project that the artist has in mind. I think it’s served us well and the people we work with. Our label events are also a big part of what has set us apart from other labels I think, since we do about 20-25 per year and always try to have a diverse group of acts on the shows as we curate the lineups to be unique for each city. Getting artists in front of people so they can showcase their music and selections really helps develop a fanbase and sets them up for long-term success. We also host the 3rd largest hot dog eating competition in America every July 4th in Denver and I’m willing to put money up that no other label can make a similar claim. What does it take to run a bass music label in 2024? A passion for the music and artists is first and foremost since this is a job that doesn’t really hold normal hours and can take you on some wild twists and turns at all times. Being resourceful with your network of designers, promoters, other producers, and streaming contacts, and being willing to experiment with new promotional avenues is also very important as you never know what is going to work for a particular release so you need to be flexible with plans always. And finally just being a good person that’s easy to work with and dependable can take you a long way. Artists and their teams work a lot on their projects and they need to trust that you’re going to put in the same amount of work to release their music, you don’t need to be the best or most established at what you do to gain that trust but you damn sure better be dependable, willing to do the work, and able follow through on any promises you give. What have you got coming up we should look out for? We just released a 15 track compilation in partnership with Brownies & Lemonade focused on Drum & Bass called Deadbeats & Brownies that you should absolutely check out. We’re Very proud of that project as it’s been something we’ve been working on for a couple of years and serves as a showcase of the different styles within that genre that we think are starting to resonate with North American audiences. Beyond that, we’ve got a couple EPs and albums coming out this year that I think people will be very excited about. Can’t spill the beans yet but I think they’ll make people very happy. Deadbeats Website

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The lineup for Beyond Wonderland Chicago 2024 features top-tier artists like Tiësto, Diplo, Benny Benassi, Kaskade, RL Grime, and more. With diverse acts spanning genres from house to bass, the festival promises an immersive experience on June 1-2 at the Huntington Bank Pavilion. Event: Beyond Wonderland Chicago 2024 Location: Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island, Chicago Dates: June 1-2, 2024 Ticket Sales: Tickets for two-day GA, GA+, and VIP passes go on sale starting February 9 at 12 p.m. Lineup Highlights: Featuring headliners like Tiësto, Diplo, Benny Benassi, Kaskade, RL Grime, as well as other notable artists such as Alesso, NGHTMRE, Rezz, Jai Wolf, and more. Beyond Wonderland will debut in Chicago in June 2024 The world’s biggest music festival and live events company, Insomniac, has teamed up with Chicago-based organizer Auris Presents to reveal the highly-anticipated lineup for Beyond Wonderland Chicago. The magical two-day festival will be held for the first time at the Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island on June 1-2, 2024. It claims to be the most immersive experience ever in Chicago, transporting visitors to Alice’s magical world of music, magic, and euphoria. Some of the most famous dance music artists in the world, including GRAMMY® Award winners Tiësto, Diplo, and Benny Benassi, 8x GRAMMY-nominated artist Kaskade, Trap music maestro RL Grime, and Bristolian dance powerhouse Eli Brown, fresh off the success of his viral single “Be The One,” will be playing. Headliners and people from Chicago will both have a lot to look forward to. Caterpillar’s Garden will be put on by both Insomniac Records and Night Trip, two of Insomniac’s well-known house music labels. This stage was put together to honor the city’s deep history with house music. It will have a great lineup of top house acts, such as Chris Lorenzo, Matroda, DJ Minx, Hugel, Eli Brown, Claptone, Patrick Topping, and Felix Da Housecat from Chicago, among others. Other notable guests include Alesso, a Swedish DJ and music producer, NGHTMRE, a bass legend, Rezz, an electronic visionary, and Jai Wolf, an electronic music artist from New York who is Bangladeshi-American. The main acts can also look forward to two back-to-back duets between artists: Audien b2b Jason Ross and Kyle Watson b2b Joshwa. Beyond Wonderland Chicago by day lineup Beyond Wonderland Chicago 2024 lineup poster by day All of the artists on the lineup at Beyond Wonderland Chicago include: Able Grey, Aimmia, Alesso, Apashe, Audien b2b Jason Ross, Ayybo, Bassrush Experience, Benny Benassi, Chris Lorenzo, Claptone, Cool Customer, Daily Bread, Day Trip Presents, Detox Unit, Dimension, Diplo, Discovery Project, DJ Minx, Eli Brown, Eyezic, Felix Da Housecat, Habstrakt, Hairitage, Hannah Wants, Hugel, Ian Snow, Inphinity, Insomniac Records, Jai Wolf, Jake Shore, Jeanie, Joyryde, Kaivon, Kanine, Kaskade, Kayzo, Kompany, Kyle Watson b2b Joshwa, Layz, Lilly Palmer, Lisa Pizza, Lost In Dreams Presents, Maddix, Maddy O’Neal, Marauda, Matroda, Max Styler, NGHTMRE, NOTD, Nurko, OddKidOut, Of The Trees, Oliver Heldens, OOTORO, Patrick Topping, Pauline Herr, Peekaboo, Phox, Ray Volpe, Reaper, Rezz, Riot Ten, RL Grime, Rossy, San Pacho, SoDown, Steller, SVDDEN DEATH, Tazu, Tiësto, Timmy Trumpet, Tita Lau, Tobehonest, Trivecta, Wax Motif, Xavi. 4 stages and almost 90 artists on the lineup Beyond Wonderland will be held for the first time in Chicago in 2024. This will be Insomniac’s first festival in the area since 2013’s EDC Chicago. It will also be the latest addition to the Beyond Wonderland franchise, which has already been a huge hit in Southern California, the Pacific Northwest, Mexico, and Colombia. The event will feature a variety of electronic music styles, such as house, techno, trance, and bass. There will be four high-tech-themed stages that will make the experience more real. These are Queen’s Domain, Mad Hatter’s Castle (hosted by Bassrush), Cheshire Woods (hosted by Lost in Dreams), and Caterpillar’s Garden (hosted by Insomniac Records and Day Trip). The event will take place on Northerly Island, which is 119 acres and has stunning views of the city’s downtown skyline, which sits pretty on the shores of Lake Michigan. Beginning this Friday, February 9 at 12 p.m., you can buy two-day GA, GA+, and VIP passes. The post By Day Lineup Revealed For Beyond Wonderland Chicago appeared first on The Groove Cartel.

‘Mana,’ marks the highly awaited first single in two years for the triumphant DJ trio Coco House Bros; a so-called ‘gift to the fans’ which marks a significant milestone in the group’s career. Drawing on their rich cultural background of the Cook Islands, ‘Mana,’ is a track which represents a culmination of years of experience, friendship and passion. This single is a tribute to the spirit of the Cook Islands with an overt purpose to create a sound that both moves the body and ‘stirs the soul.’ Recorded in the tranquility of an intimate studio in Rarotonga, ‘Mana,’ reflects the power of music and unity that radiates throughout this astonishing group. GETTING TO KNOW (COCO HOUSE BROS) Introduce yourself and your project Hey there! We’re the Coco House Bros, an indigenous DJ trio straight outta the culturally rich Cook Islands. It’s us—Mark Zow and Doctor E, along with our awesome female DJ Anthom. Picture this: coconut trees, endless ocean views, and those never-ending blue skies—we call this place home, and it’s where our journey as Coco House Bros all started. Our latest project, “Mana,” is basically our love letter to our fans, packed with all the good vibes and passion we have for house music. Explain what musical genre fits you best Our music is like a fusion of island vibes and all things house—it’s just who we are. We’re talking about those indigenous rhythms mixing in with the energy of our surroundings, creating this unique blend that screams Cook Islands. When you’re surrounded by the beauty of these islands, how can you not let that vibe flow into your tunes? That’s what we’re all about—bringing that island spirit into our house beats. Were you connected with music from a young age and did anyone inspire you? Since we were kids, we’ve been soaking up the sounds of the ocean waves, the sway of coconut palms, and the sweet tunes of our Polynesian culture. It’s like, these vibes were in our blood, you know? And on top of that, we’ve been jamming out to our musical heroes like Black Coffee, Da Capo, and Vintage Culture. They’ve been the soundtrack to our journey, shaping our style and keeping our creativity flowing. What kickstarted your music career? Our journey into music? Well, it all started with this burning desire to let the world in on the magic of our little slice of paradise. Picture it: the beauty, the peace, the whole vibe of our island home—it’s what got us fired up to start making music that really captures the essence of English Polynesia. Tell us more about your sound and how it’s evolved over time Our sound? It’s been a journey, man. We started off dabbling in electronic beats, just seeing what clicked. But as time rolled on, we found our groove—blending all sorts of house sub-genres with those chill Polynesian vibes. We slowed down the BPM, added some island flavour, and boom! Our signature sound was born. Each track tells the story of our evolution, mixing our roots with the beats we love. Any words you want to share to encourage other artists or producers? Hey fellow artists and producers, here’s a little tip from us: Take a look around your own backyard and soak up the vibes. Let the beauty of your own little paradise be your muse. Whether it’s the city streets or the countryside, there’s inspiration everywhere. So go ahead, let your creativity flow and make some magic happen! How do you nurture your industry relationships? We’re all about those industry connections, you know? It’s like, we’re out here building bridges that celebrate the awesomeness of our little paradise. And when we team up with folks who share our love for music, it’s like magic happens. Together, we’re putting the Cook Islands and Polynesia on the map, one beat at a time. Is there anyone you’d like to thank that’s been crucial to your journey? Big shoutout to our island crew! Seriously, you guys are the real MVPs. Your support and love have been our rock throughout this crazy journey. It’s your belief in us that keeps us going strong, repping the Cook Islands loud and proud with every beat. Much love to all of you! Name 3 songs you love and what they mean to you “The Rapture Pt.III” by &ME, Black Coffee, and Keinemusik we love how this track delivers a harmonious fusion of deep house and African rhythms. This track always ignites a transcendent energy on the dancefloor. We’ve always adored the original “Hey Hey” by Dennis Ferrer, but this latest extended remix by Da Capo and Kitty Amor is an absolute gem, infusing the track with fresh energy and an irresistible groove that’s simply unbeatable. “Innerbloom” by Rufus du Sol is a stunning masterpiece, blending beautiful melodies with touching lyrics to create a deeply moving musical journey that speaks to the soul. Its timeless beauty and emotional depth make it a standout for us. What’s your favourite piece of studio equipment or software? We’re all about Ableton Live—it’s our go-to studio software. We dig its user-friendly setup, packed with awesome features, and how smoothly it meshes with our creative flow. Whether we’re jamming out new ideas or experimenting with sounds, Ableton’s got our back for sure. Name your favourite club or festival and how it makes you feel Our go-to spot? Gotta be Rehab Raro, our local nightclub right here in Rarotonga. Think Space Terrace vibes straight outta ’90s Ibiza—that’s the energy you’ll catch when Coco House Bros take over the decks. It’s where the island really comes alive, and every night feels like a legendary party waiting to happen. Oh, and bonus: our best mate DJ Hab, who’s basically the ‘unofficial’ fourth member of Coco House Bros, just so happens to be the club owner. Talk about keeping it in the family! Name an outlandish rider request? Now, if we’re talking about an outlandish rider request, here’s a wild one for you: how about a fresh coconut water bar backstage, straight from the coconut trees of our beloved Cook Islands? And hey, while we’re at it, maybe throw in some crispy Cook Islands pork crackling too, if that’s not too much to ask! Favourite clubbing memory and who or what did it involve? Let me tell you about one of our most epic clubbing memories—it wasn’t even in a club! We’re talking about this unreal sunset session on a secluded sandbar called Honeymoon Island in the iconic Aitutaki lagoon. So get this: it went down during the pandemic when our borders were shut tight, and we were the only COVID-free spot on the map. Couldn’t tour, couldn’t travel—so we came up with this crazy idea of throwing a party smack dab in the middle of the lagoon. Brought together our crew, our fam, and our fans from the Cook Islands for a once-in-a-lifetime experience they’ll be talking about for ages. What famous quote represents you best? You know, there’s this quote we really vibe with: “Music is the universal language of mankind” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. It hits the nail on the head for us because it sums up our belief in how music has this crazy power to bring people together, no matter where they’re from or what they’re about. It’s like, when the beat drops, all those barriers just fade away. If you could play at any venue, where would it be and why? You know, if there’s one spot we dream of rocking, it’s gotta be Ministry of Sound in London. That place is dripping with legend, packed with history, and the vibe? Unreal. Every set there? Pure magic. It’s the kind of energy that stays with you long after the party’s over. Music is….. (explain more) Music is like a conduit for all the feels.. It goes way beyond words, tapping into something deep inside us. No matter the language or where you’re from, it’s like music just gets you. It stirs up memories, feelings, and experiences that words alone can’t touch. It’s pure soul speak. One song you really couldn’t live without and why? There’s one track we just can’t do without: “The End” by Dirty South (Dirty South Mix). It’s been our ultimate go-to for closing out most of our gigs ever since we first heard it. Brings back so many memories, especially from back in the early 2000s when we caught Deep Dish dropping it to close out their set at Privilige Buzio. Man, those sunrise vibes after a crazy 12-hour party… unforgettable. Namedrop your favourite 5 artists or DJs (past or present) Little Louie Vega, Dave Lee (Joey Negro), Deep Dish, Rufus Du Sol and Claptone. What was your first music memory and how did it fuel your fire? [Mark Zow] My earliest music memory? Bob Marley in ’79, just a 5-year-old me chilling on my stepdad’s shoulders, mom by my side. We were at this concert, mainly ’cause there was no sitter around. But man, feeling the tunes, soaking up the vibes—that’s when I knew music was my jam. It sparked something in me, y’know? Been hooked ever since. Tell us more about your plans for the future Looking ahead, our goal is to keep spreading those lively Cook Islands vibes and infectious energy to people all over the globe. We’re stoked to release one track every month in 2024, starting right now. And hey, we’re all about teaming up with like-minded artists, exploring new sounds, and just inspiring folks to feel the power of music to bring us together and lift us up. Any worldly advice you’d like to share? Here’s some down-to-earth advice for all you aspiring artists and music lovers out there: Stay true to what lights you up, embrace what makes you different, and never forget the crazy impact music can have on people. Let your creative side call the shots, and let your love for music be your guiding light as you navigate this wild journey. Mana Is Out Now Support Coco House Bros on Social Media Instagram | Facebook Listen to more of Coco House Bros Spotify | Apple Music The post Cook Island Producer Trio Coco House Bros Release Their Highly Anticipated Afro-House Single ‘Mana’ appeared first on Electic Mode.

Electronic/pop powerhouse duo Giolì & Assia have revealed plans for their much-anticipated RESURRECTION World Tour, supporting their upcoming EP of the same name. The extensive world tour will kick off in September, taking the pair to major cities across North America and Europe. Named after their highly-anticipated new EP ‘RESURRECTION’ dropping later this month, the tour will see Giolì & Assia bring their signature blend of electronic, pop and house music to fans across the globe. Having recently relaunched their independent label Diesis Records, the RESURRECTION Tour marks both their return to the stage and another milestone in their journey as independent artists. “We’re incredibly excited to announce the ‘RESURRECTION’ World Tour and share our new music with fans worldwide,” Giolì & Assia stated. “After a period of reflection and creative exploration, we’re ready to come back stronger than ever and connect with you all in a whole new way. Nothing compares to that feeling of playing our music live and we can’t wait to be back with you all soon.” The North American leg kicks off September 13th in Arizona, with performances planned at iconic venues like The Mayan Theatre in Los Angeles, Regency Ballroom in San Francisco, Irving Plaza in New York, and the Opera House in Toronto among others. In November, the tour heads to Europe starting at St. John’s Hackney Church in London, then visiting Dublin, Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, and more top music cities across the continent. Known for their transcendental live performances combining DJing with live vocals and musicianship, Giolì & Assia have cultivated a massive global fanbase with their ability to evoke euphoria and melancholy in breathtaking balance. As the duo embarks on this pivotal career moment, they invite fans to join them on the highly-anticipated RESURRECTION journey. RESURRECTION WORLD TOUR DATES NORTH AMERICA: 13 September – WALTER WHERE? HOUSE – Phoenix, USA 14 September – QUARTYARD – San Diego, USA 20 September – THE MAYAN THEATRE – Los Angeles, USA 21 September – THE REGENCY BALLROOM – San Francisco, USA 27 September – NEUMOS – Seattle, USA 28 September – COMMODORE BALLROOM – Vancouver, CA 4 October – TBA – TBA 5 October – OGDEN THEATRE – Denver, USA 11 October – ST. ANDREW’S HALL – Detroit, USA 12 October – TBA – TBA 17 October – PARADISE ROCK CLUB – Boston, USA 18 October – IRVING PLAZA – New York, USA 19 October – OPERA HOUSE – Toronto, USA EUROPE: 9 November – HACKNEY CHURCH – London, UK 12 November – VICAR STREET – Dublin, IE 13 November – NEW CENTURY HALL – Manchester, UK 16 November – AMPERE – Antwerp, BE 19 November – LA MACHINE DU MOULIN ROUGE – Paris, FR 20 November – MELKWEG – Amsterdam, NL 22 November – METROPOL – Berlin, DE 23 November – LUCERNA MUSIC BAR – Prague, CZ 25 November – PROGRESJA – Warsaw, PL 28 November – TBA – TBA 30 November – TBA – TBA MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED The post Giolì & Assia announce RESURRECTION Tour appeared first on The Groove Cartel.

As we prepare ourselves for the summer festival season of 2024, a new tune has emerged as the talk of the town. For the very first time, three renowned names in the electronic dance music industry – Blasterjaxx, Hardwell, and Maddix – have collaborated and released a track called ‘16’. The song is exclusively released on Hardwell’s music label Revealed Recordings and is now available on all streaming platforms. Do you remember this track from the Revealed Night Miami at MMW? The trio played it together for the first time, and truth be told, they shattered the dance floor into pieces. Blasterjaxx, Hardwell, and Maddix require no introduction in the EDM world. Blasterjaxx, the Dutch duo, has been in the field for over a decade and is famous for their big-room house and electro-house music. ‘Bass Don’t Lie’ and ‘Narco’ are some of their successful releases. Hardwell, our mainstage favorite, has just made waves at Ultra last weekend. His performances have been so stellar that it makes you forget he was on a DJing hiatus. Since his return in 2022, Hardwell has not missed a beat and has released successful hits ‘Acid’ and ‘Loneliness’. Meanwhile, Maddix is an upcoming name in the techno space. He is known for his energetic live performances, and dynamic productions, characterized by powerful basslines, catchy melodies, and intricate sound design. Some of his notable tracks that we groove to are ‘Game On’, ‘Invincible’, and ‘Zero’. ‘16’- Blasterjaxx, Hardwell, Maddix Are you the kind of person who loves to jump out of your chair and headbang to a really good track? If so, then you need to listen to ‘16’. It’s not just a song. But it’s an experience that combines intricate melodies with powerful techno beats to create something truly unforgettable. From start to finish, this track will take you on a sonic journey filled with shimmering synth lines and hypnotic vocal loops. It’s the perfect anthem for any festival mainstage. Sure to become a staple at events all around the world this summer. The creation of ‘16’ showcases the evolving genre, a blend of innovation and tradition. Enjoy this exciting track and let us know your thoughts. Keep up with us at EDMTunes for all the new music releases. The post Blasterjaxx, Hardwell & Maddix Release New Banger ‘16’ appeared first on EDMTunes.

The winners of the 2024 Electronic Dance Music Awards have been revealed. A highlight of this year's Miami Music Week, the 2024 EDMA ceremony took place on Friday, March 22nd at the Eden Roc Hotel a day after EDM.com's official pre-party. Normally a sun-kissed poolside affair, the event moved indoors as Miami was getting walloped by 2.34 inches of rain, an all-time daily record for the city. But the weather didn't deter the organizers of the EDMAs, which have emerged as the electronic dance music industry's preeminent award show. Driven by its fan-based voting system, the MTV-style ceremony dishes out unique trophies as mementos, which resemble DJ decks and feature a functional jog-wheel. deadmau5 and Kaskade of Kx5 holding their EDMA 2024 trophies at the official EDMA ceremony at Miami's Eden Roc Hotel on Friday, March 22nd.Nate B This year's winners include Martin Garrix, Alan Walker, David Guetta, Kx5 (deadmau5 and Kaskade), HALIENE, Armin van Buuren and FISHER, among other dance music superstars. Mark Knight, the influential founder of Toolroom Records, won the EDMA Icon Award. Meanwhile, surging singer-songwriter Hayla took home two EDMAs after winning "Vocalist Of The Year" and "Dance Song Of The Year." She nabbed the latter award for her beloved dance anthem "Where You Are," a chart-topping collaboration with John Summit. Hayla holding her two EDMA 2024 trophies at the official EDMA ceremony at Miami's Eden Roc Hotel on Friday, March 22nd.Nickolas Wolf Mark Knight and EDMA Producer Marina Bello celebrating Knight's EDMA Icon Award win.Nickolas Wolf The EDMA for the year's best techno artist went to Charlotte de Witte and the hardware for the year's top dubstep producer went to Subtronics. Legendary electronic music duo Chase & Status won the award for the best drum & bass artist. Elsewhere on the list, French house music star HUGEL won the EDMA for "Breakthrough Artist Of The Year." Levity, the blossoming EDM.com Class of 2024 trio, were named the "Breakthrough Artist Of The Year" for bass music. Check out the full list of the 2024 Electronic Dance Music Award winners below. 2024 EDMA WinnersDance Song Of The Year John Summit & Hayla - Where You Are Dance Radio Song Of The Year David Guetta, Anne-Marie, Coi Leray - Baby Don't Hurt Me Male Artist Of The Year Kaskade Female Artist Of The Year HALIENE Vocalist Of The Year Hayla Club DJ Of The Year Steve Aoki Dance Radio Artist Of The Year David Guetta Producer Of The Year Vintage Culture Album Of The Year Alan Walker - Walkerworld House Song Of The Year Noizu & Westend & No/Me - Push to Start Music Video Of The Year Eliza Rose, Calvin Harris - Body Moving Label Of The Year Armada Music Breakthrough Artist Of The Year HUGEL Breakthrough Artist Of The Year (Trance) Tim Clark Breakthrough Artist Of The Year (Bass) Levity Best Collaboration Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike & Tiësto & Dido & W&W - Thank You (Not So Bad) Tech House Song Of The Year FISHER & Aatig - TAKE IT OFF Tech House Artist Of The Year FISHER Best Group Kx5 (deadmau5 and Kaskade) Dance / Electro Pop Song Of The Year Frank Walker feat. Ella Henderson - I Go Dancing Best Fan Army Alan Walker: Walkers Dubstep Artist Of The Year Subtronics Favorite Nightclub Residency (U.S.) Steve Aoki - HQ, Atlantic City Nightlife DJ Of The Year Stoon - NYC Best Radio Show Armin van Buuren - A State of Trance Best Performance KSHMR - UNTOLD Music Festival, Romania 2023 Best Instrumental Non-Vocal Release Alan Walker - Dreamer Techno Artist Of The Year Charlotte de Witte Techno Song Of The Year Hardwell, Maddix, Luciana - ACID Drum & BassSong Of The Year Chase & Status, Bou- Baddadan (feat. IRAH, Flowdan, Trigga & Takura) Drum & Bass Artist Of The Year Chase & Status Best B2B James Hype B2B MEDUZA - New Years Eve, Echostage Main Stage/Festival Song Of The Year Martin Garrix & Sentinel feat. Bonn - Hurricane Favorite Festival Series (U.S.) Breakaway Festival Mashup Of The Year [Presented by Digital Music Pool] Fast Car x Drive (Switch Disco Edit) Mashup Artist of the Year [Presented by Digital Music Pool] Anthem Kingz Remix Of The Year [Presented by Digital Music Pool] Jain - Makeba (Ian Asher Remix) Remixer Of The Year [Presented by Digital Music Pool] Sak Noel Rising Remixer Of The Year [Presented by Digital Music Pool] Cheyenne Giles Best Down Tempo Turned Up [Presented by Digital Music Pool] ILLENIUM feat. Nina Nesbitt - Luv Me A Little (BONNIE X CLYDE Remix) Remix Rewind [Presented by Digital Music Pool] Aqua - Barbie Girl (Tiësto Remix) Rising Mashup Artist Of The Year [Presented by Digital Music Pool] Even Steve Best Use Of Sample [Presented by Digital Music Pool] David Guetta, Anne-Marie, Coi Leray - Baby Don’t Hurt Me Remake Of The Year [Presented by Digital Music Pool] Cash Cash, Taylor Dayne - Tell It To My Heart Mixshow DJ Of The Year (Top 40 / Dance) [Presented by Total Smash] DJ GQ (Y100 Miami) Radio Remixer Of The Year [Presented by Digital Music Pool] Kue Icon Award Mark Knight Legend Award deadmau5

Linney turns introspection into a universal anthem of triumph with "Daisies," a narrative spun from the threads of overcoming her toughest times. For Linney, "Daisies" is a personal journey back to the stage after a year that saw her career momentarily paused by ACL surgery. However, she emerged not only healed, but also reborn, reminding us that clear skies are inevitable after every storm. Produced by Linney herself, "Daisies" blooms with life thanks to its percolating melodies and danceable rhythms. Painting pictures of resilience and renewal, the song invites fans to find their footing on the dancefloor of life, moving with the confidence. Check out the new track below. Linney's dominance in the dance music scene has been unmistakable as of late, particularly following the success of "Desire," a collaboration with Nicky Romero and TELYKAST that has taken the Beatport charts by storm, securing its place at the top for multiple consecutive weeks. The song's infectious energy and Linney's surprise performance during Romero's set at Ultra Miami earlier this year have solidified it as an early festival favorite in 2024. View the original article to see embedded media. "Daisies" is out now via Helix Records. You can find the new single on streaming platforms here. Follow Linney:Facebook: facebook.com/linneyofficial X: x.com/linneyofficial Instagram: instagram.com/linney Spotify: spoti.fi/33ARzWg

The pioneers of live-streaming DJ performances from stunning locations around the world are taking their concept to the next level. Cercle has just unveiled “Cercle Moments” – ultra-premium multi-day travel packages that fully immerse guests in the music, culture, gastronomy, and natural wonders of iconic destinations. If you’ve ever watched one of Cercle’s breathtaking live streams, like the desert aired of Thal Ahmar or the set among the ancient ruins of Thessaloniki, you’ve probably daydreamed about being there in person. With Cercle Moments, those dreams can become reality in the most luxurious way possible. These are not your typical music festivals or events. Cercle Moments are carefully curated, all-inclusive voyages that blend exclusive musical performances with opportunities to deeply explore the local heritage, cuisine, art, and landscapes of each hand-picked locale. It’s a new frontier in experiential travel. The first three Cercle Moments destinations transport guests to iconic settings in France, Turkey and Brazil: French Riviera: This 5-day journey along the Côte d’Azur includes sailing the turquoise Calanques on a private catamaran, vineyard tours and tastings at Château La Coste, contemporary art exhibits, and beachside parties – all anchored by luxurious stays at 5-star hotels like the InterContinental Hotel Dieu. Cappadocia: Experience the magic of this otherworldly Turkish region with a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the “fairy chimneys,” cave hotel accommodations, guided tours of underground cities, and an intimate music party inside an iconic valley – complemented by adventurous activities like horseback riding and jeep safaris. O Ritmo do Rio: After kicking things off with a yacht party in Rio’s bay, this Brazilian adventure heads to the secluded tropical islands of Angra dos Reis for beachside music events, snorkeling excursions, and stays at the ultra-luxurious Fasano Rio de Janeiro and Fasano Angra dos Reis hotels. French Riviera Cercle Moment Transport yourself to the sun-drenched playground of the French Riviera. This will be a 5-day celebration of Mediterranean luxury. Your home base is in Marseille at the 5-star InterContinental Hotel Dieu. But the real indulgences begin with an intimate DJ party on Degaby Island. You’ll enjoy a 360-degree view of the sea and city skyline. Other highlights include sailing the turquoise waters of the Calanques National Park on a private catamaran, complete with live DJ beats and French cuisine. Oenophiles will revel in a full day at Château La Coste, featuring vineyard tours, tastings, contemporary art exhibits, and a closing night stay at the esteemed wine estate’s luxury accommodations. Throughout, you’ll experience the region’s renowned gastronomy. It includes seaside cafes to a special “surprise” day event filled with music, art, and celebration. Cappadocia Cercle Moment For an otherworldly travel experience, head to the ethereal “land of beautiful horses” – Cappadocia, Turkey. This 4-day journey whisks you to the heart of this geological wonderland of conical rock formations and subterranean cities carved into ancient volcanic ash. Soar above the unique fairy chimneys and valleys during a sunrise hot air balloon ride, explore underground cities and cave monasteries with private guides, and even gallop across the valleys on horseback or aboard a quad bike for more thrills. Your luxury accommodations are the cave-sculpted rooms of Aza Cave Hotel, set in an iconic Cappadocian landscape. The crowning experiences are immersive music and cultural events, from an intimate garden party at the hotel to a traditional Turkish dinner and performance under the starry skies of the iconic Kings Valley. It’s a magical confluence of natural grandeur, ancient heritage, and modern music. O Ritmo do Rio Cercle Moment Pulsing with an irresistible Brazilian beat, this 5-day oceanic odyssey kicks off amid the iconic beaches and samba energy of Rio de Janeiro before whisking you away to the secluded tropical paradise of Angra dos Reis. After toasting your arrival with a sunset yacht party in Rio’s picturesque bay, you’ll have your pick of aerial sightseeing via helicopter or paragliding over Rio’s famous peaks and coastline. Or indulge in spa treatments at your home base, the ultra-luxe Fasano Rio de Janeiro. Then it’s on to Angra dos Reis and the idyllic Fasano resort there, where days are spent island-hopping around the emerald coves, snorkeling among vibrant marine life, and grooving to live DJ sets on endless white-sand beaches. It’s an intoxicating celebration of sun, sea, samba-fueled rhythms and the laid-back spirit of Brazil’s vibrant costas. With Michelin-starred culinary experiences, first-class hospitality, insider cultural tours, and of course, exclusive live performances by world-class DJs in jaw-dropping venues, Cercle Moments represents the height of contemporary experiential luxury travel. Prices start around €4,000 per person, securing your place on these limited-capacity journeys. It’s not just a musical escape, but an unforgettable exploration of the world’s most inspiring places that you’ll never experience through a screen. Cercle is showing you can still discover new depths of wanderlust in the 21st century. 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Marking his first original release of the year, Manila Killa has joined forces with Luxtides to create dancefloor magic in "Slow Down." Following explorations of grittier, more minimalistic dance music throughout 2023, Manila Killa is jumping headfirst into melodic house this year and "Slow Down" serves as the perfect introduction to his fresh direction. Immediately getting into action, the instrumental of "Slow Down" perfectly complements Luxtides’ mesmerizing vocals, which expertly lead us towards the drop with an infectious swirl. Manila Killa’s prowess as a producer shines here as thumping kicks, groovy basslines and euphoric synths collide for a jaw-dropping result. Take a listen to “Slow Down” below. FOLLOW MANILA KILLA:Facebook: facebook.com/manilakilla Instagram: instagram.com/manilakillamusic X: x.com/ManilaKilla Spotify: spoti.fi/3kUtj7A FOLLOW LUXTIDES:Facebook: facebook.com/luxtides Instagram: instagram.com/luxtides X: x.com/luxtides Spotify: spoti.fi/3eKyqmD

With a plethora of one-of-a-kind experiences that will "transport you to another world," the organizers of Texas Eclipse are currently working on last-minute preparations ahead of the hotly anticipated festival in Burnet. Slated for April 5-9, Texas Eclipse 2024 will take place at the 1,300-acre Reveille Peak Ranch, which is being transformed into a thriving metropolis of creativity, insight and inspiration as we write. In a matter of days, thousands of like-minded individuals will arrive to immerse themselves in a diverse range of music, immersive art installations, mind-blowing space exhibits, bleeding-edge tech activations and thought-provoking speakers. Before we dive into some of the experiential opportunities offered to attendees, we first have to acknowledge that experiencing the solar eclipse on April 8th is a full-blown rarity in an of itself. Located an hour away from Austin, the ranch is the quintessential viewing point in the line of totality where patrons can witness nearly five minutes of the Moon completely covering the Sun's surface from Earth. And if you're painfully unaware, the solar eclipse is dangerous to view with the naked eye. The organizers of Texas Eclipse will provide attendees with commemorative viewing glasses courtesy of Space Perspective, the world's first carbon-neutral spaceflight experience. The fest will also have a designated zone, "Visions of the Future," which will serve as a hub for space exploration and technology. Visitors are invited to explore humanity's technological achievements and ongoing innovations while pondering what our future may hold. Sparking inspiration and a child-like curiosity, this cosmic zone will allow attendees to learn all about outer space from astronauts and renowned thought-leaders who are currently shaping the space. The Mulitiverse Dome, the brainchild of the founder of Chroma Immersive Tech Studio, is an experiential space at the intersection of art and technology. Attendees can can delve into state-of-the-art installations that showcase humanity's technological achievements and transformative proclivities. The Multiverse Dome will have three main offerings, per the Texas Eclipse website: • Chimera: An innovative blend of art and technology through an Artist-Aligned AI, creating profound and unique encounters. • Microdose VR: Seamlessly blending art, music, and dance in real-time, virtual, and planetarium settings. • Samskara Multimedia Art Exhibition: An immersive journey into the inner realms of consciousness, offering a unique exploration of self and the cosmos. When talking about immersive experiences, however, no one does it quite like Meow Wolf. Revered for developing mind-bending, large-scale interactive art installations, the iconic brand will be presenting an immersive art in a region called "Gone Fishing." Inspired by the simple joys of fishing trips and lakeside lounging, the goal is to "put a truly hyperlocal, Texan twist on Meow Wolf’s immersive art world within the festival," according to a press release shared with EDM.com. View the original article to see embedded media. In addition to all of the tangible art, Texas Eclipse will proudly showcase daily and nightly theatrical Vau de Vire shows featuring over 150 performers. Founded in 1999, this global community consists of classically-trained dancers as well as acclaimed acrobats, aerial artists, sideshow acts, fire performers, thespians and circus entertainers. Speaking of movement—throughout the duration of the festival, be sure to check out some of its incredible yoga and movement classes. Your body will thank you. And if you need some extra TLC, tucked away from the goings-on of Texas Eclipse on the other side of the Quarry Lake, you'll find the Bush Spa. c/o Press Last but certainly not least, the music. Attendees should fully immerse themselves in Texas Eclipse's genre-defying beats, which will resonate across seven themed stages: Earth, Sky, Moon, Sun, Lonestar, Eclipse and Ether. Captivating both the mind and soul, there's a lot to love on the lineup, which features the likes of Big Gigantic, Tycho, Subtronics, CloZee, Boogie T, LP Giobbi, Zeds Dead, Bob Moses and many, many more. Check out the full Texas Eclipse 2024 lineup below. View the original article to see embedded media. FOLLOW TEXAS ECLIPSE:Facebook: facebook.com/texaseclipse24 X: x.com/texas_eclipse Instagram: instagram.com/texas_eclipse

Having trail-blazed his way through 2023, Max Styler has returned with a brand new original mix, “Kiki.” Styler has time and time again demonstrated his status as one of dance music’s most notable new tastemakers. Evident by his Wanna Dance EP on Off The Grid Records (now Experts Only), his recent hit “Rhythm Machine,” and his discography spanning across some of the scene’s most coveted record labels, Max Styler will assuredly keep his momentum going in 2024. Capitalizing on its infectious yet minimal vocal topline, “Kiki” is an instant captivator. Now streaming via Spinnin’ Records’ globally esteemed sublabel, Spinnin’ Deep, the staccato-forward house cut marks Styler’s second original mix, and fourth official release, of the calendar year. Since opening the year alongside Westend, finally delivering the pair’s long sought after track ID in “Rhythm Machine,” Styler went on to issue two subsequent remixes of Gene Farris’ “Mesmerized” and Pleasurekraft’s “Tarantula,” respectively. With looming tour dates in South Florida, Southern California, and at EDC Las Vegas, continue getting familiar with Max Styler by streaming “Kiki” below. Featured image: Alexander Federic The post Max Styler wields minimal techno weapon on Spinnin’ Deep—stream ‘Kiki’ appeared first on Dancing Astronaut.

On Monday, Orlando city commissioners decided to prolong the opening of new nightclubs in downtown for an additional six months, extending it until September 2024. This extension, initially implemented as an ordinance last March due to concerns such as downtown nightclub density and safety issues, had its renewal signaled in February by city commissioners. The recent vote officially solidified this decision, following the expiration of the moratorium on March 20, 2024. The purpose behind extending the nightclub moratorium is to allow city officials more time for community engagement and exploration of potential amendments to city regulations aimed at better managing nightclubs. Specifically, the city is considering revisions to land development codes and alcohol regulation. It’s worth noting that the nightclub moratorium does provide some flexibility. For instance, there are provisions exempting nightclubs that are still in the permitting process but have not yet opened. City officials cite various reasons for pursuing new regulations, including the desire to boost daytime activity downtown and address concerns about weekend nightlife disturbances. The initial enactment of the nightclub moratorium ordinance last year was influenced by a downtown shooting in July 2022 that left seven people injured. City staff anticipate no immediate economic repercussions from extending the nightclub moratorium, which specifically affects the consideration of new nightclub developments within the Downtown Orlando Community Redevelopment Area. The post Orlando Will Block Opening Of New Nightclubs For Another 6 Months appeared first on EDMTunes.

Ry Hill has officially turned in his first release of 2024. Marking the fifth and final one-off preview from his looming debut album, Death by Distraction, “My Own” materializes a tightly mixed and mercilessly catchy indie-electronic record. “I didn’t think [‘My Own’] would earn a spot on the project,” says Hill. “It’s turned out to be one of my all time favorites.” Now streaming everywhere via Studio Drive Entertainment, “My Own” lands on the heels of Death by Distraction inclusions “In Touch” and “Distracted.” Just ahead of the new year, Hill also shared an Alison Wonderland-approved remix of her hit Loner track, “Something Real.” In exemplifying Ry Hill’s signature ‘indie house’ sound, “My Own” also appears to draw strong influences from the likes of Rüfüs Du Sol, Bob Moses, Crooked Colours, etc. Download “My Own – Extended Mix” for free on SoundCloud, and stream the official radio edit below. Featured image: Casey Smith The post Ry Hill paves ‘indie-house’ lane with ‘My Own’ appeared first on Dancing Astronaut.

Manitou Records, the innovative brainchild of renowned electronic music producer Amél, is thrilled to announce the release of its second label track, ‘Breathe Slow’. Captivating audiences worldwide, this collaboration with the talented D_EXC delivers a fresh future house experience that stays true to the label’s signature style. ‘Breathe Slow‘ emerges as a testament to Manitou Records‘ commitment to exploring new sonic territories. With an ethereal vocal performance that seamlessly integrates with the track’s airy atmosphere, ‘Breathe Slow’ promises to be a captivating addition to any Dance playlist. The song’s lush soundscape, coupled with its angelic female voice, creates a mesmerizing auditory journey that listeners won’t soon forget. Drawing on their collective expertise and passion for electronic music, Amél and D_EXC have crafted a track that deftly blends elements of future house with the unmistakable Manitou Records sound. In Amel’s words: “Getting to work on a track together with D_EXC was special for me. When I first started learning music production, he was of the main guys online I looked up to for production knowledge. Now just a few years later, we get to release music together. This is the first of many collabs between us, and I can’t wait to share the rest with you throughout the rest of the year.” As Manitou Records continues to establish itself as a pioneering force in the electronic music landscape, ‘Breathe Slow’ serves as a shining example of the label’s commitment to push sonic innovation. With its release, Amél and D_EXC invite listeners to embark on a journey unlike any other—one that requires the listener to really take a deep breath and dive in.

This May, The Counter Soho – the second London restaurant from celebrated Turkish chef and The Counter Notting Hill founder, Kemal Demirasal – will open on Soho’s Kingly Street, with a new listening and cocktail bar, Under The Counter located beneath it. The restaurant and bar will bring the flavours of the Aegean to Soho, alongside southeastern Anatolian favourites from The Counter Notting Hill. One of Turkey’s most highly acclaimed chefs, Kemal Demirasal is best known for his avant-garde fine dining restaurant Alancha, which was cited as one of the best restaurants in the Middle East by the World’s 50 Best Discovery Series before its closure in 2021. Self-taught chef Kemal started cooking in 2007, after ending his career as a six-time Turkish national champion windsurfer. While The Counter Notting Hill – Kemal’s first restaurant outside of Turkey – showcased traditional southeastern Anatolian cooking styles and an elevated approach to the traditional ocakbasi, The Counter Soho will celebrate the fresh and vibrant cuisine of the countries which surround the Aegean, inspired by Kemal’s childhood growing up in the city of Izmir on the Aegean coast. Famed for its crystal clear waters and bordered by Greece to the west and Turkey to the east, the Aegean is known for its abundant seafood, fragrant herbs, citrus and olive groves. The menu at The Counter Soho will pay homage to the culinary traditions of Kemal’s native Turkey, and to the Aegean regions of Greece, along with subtle inflections from the nearby Mediterranean and Levant regions. The Counter Soho will also bring some of the best-loved dishes from The Counter Notting Hill to the menu, such as the Chocolate babaganoush with dukkah; Levantine lamb tartare; Kibbeh; Vine leaf deconstructed dolma and Adana kebab. The menu at The Counter Soho will comprise a selection of hot and cold mezze to share, plus larger grilled and slow-cooked dishes, which typify Aegean cuisine. Cold plates will include the likes of Whipped tarama and fish roe; Tzatziki with pickles and sumac; Muhammara with pistachio and honey; Sea bass crudo and citrus zest with umami sauce; and Istanbul tomato salad and chives. Hot dishes will include the likes of Cheese saganaki with pistachio and honey; Grilled octopus with mashed fava; Saffron and crab orzo; and larger sharing plates of Whole sea bass and slow roasted lamb shoulder. There will also be regularly changing seafood delicacies and catch-of-the-day specials, including the likes of tender Tuna ‘wagyu’ for two to three people to share, and hand-dived scallops with tarragon oil and monk’s beard. For dessert, the likes of Baklava Cheesecake and Sage-infused rice pudding will be on offer. A thoughtfully curated list of predominantly Greek, Turkish and Levantine wines will be available, alongside old-world European wines from countries such as Italy, France and Germany, and new-world wines from the likes of New Zealand, Western Australia and South America. The 60-cover restaurant has been created by award-winning Turkish design company, Mia Architecture and Tuğcu Design. The contemporary and modern space includes subtle nods to the Aegean with a terracotta colour palette and the use of marble and oak. The restaurant’s bi-folding windows will open up onto Kingly Street, perfect for indoor dining on warmer days. There will also be a 20-seater terrace outside. Below The Counter Soho will be Under The Counter – a new listening and cocktail bar. As with the food, cocktails will draw inspiration from Greece, Turkey, the Mediterranean and the Levant. Drinks will include the likes of the Silkroad, made with sesame oil Cognac, Amaretto, sugar syrup, and lemon, inspired by the ancient trading route which ran through Turkey, and the Yia Mas, made with rum, osmanthus and yuzu, Maraschino and tonic water, named after the common Greek toasting that means ‘to our health’. There will be a selection of clarified and milk punch cocktails incorporating unusual milk, such as the Artemis, made with lavender vodka, lychee, jasmine milk and yellow chartreuse. Further serves include the likes of the Aegean Paloma made with olive oil fat-washed tequila, chilli, Aperol, grapefruit soda and Peychaud’s bitters, and the Galata, made with Irish whiskey, agave, Safari liqueur and Turkish tobacco bitters. The 30-cover downstairs bar, also designed by Mia Architecture and Tuğcu Design, will boast an impressive sound system. This will include a Michell Gyrodec turntable, Michell TecnoArm and Technics 1210 turntable, with Klipsch Cornwall and Klipsch Heresy speakers dotted around the room to elevate the quality and clarity of the vinyl playbacks. An eclectic mix of music genres will rotate on a daily basis, with evenings focusing on the likes of jazz and R&B. There will be a long, rectangular bar in the centre of the room, inviting guests to overlook the bartenders at work. Kemal Demirasal says of the opening: “We’re really excited to be bringing the flavours of the Aegean, which unites Greece and Turkey, to central London. We couldn’t be happier to be opening our second restaurant in Soho, and to open our first ever bar, Under The Counter, in the heart of London’s vibrant West End.” Address: 15 Kingly Street, Carnaby, London W1F 9BP Opening Hours: THE COUNTER SOHO Monday: 5:00PM – 11:00PM Tuesday – Wednesday: 12:00PM – 12:00AM Thursday – Saturday: 12:00PM – 11:00PM Sunday: 12:00PM – 6:00PM UNDER THE COUNTER Monday: 5:00PM – 11:00PM Tuesday – Wednesday: 12:00PM – 12:00AM Thursday – Saturday: 12:00PM – 1:00AM Sunday: 12:00PM – 6:00PM The post THE COUNTER SOHO and UNDER THE COUNTER to open on Kingly Street this May appeared first on Decoded Magazine.

The high-stakes thrills of electronic dance music are set to hit the big screen at Netflix. Ed Banger Records creative director So Me, whose real name is Bertrand de Langeron, is embarking on his debut feature film. The untitled Netflix original features the influential French electronic music producer Kavinsky as well as Vincent Cassel, whose acting repertoire swings from the dark, haunting corridors of Black Swan to the slick charm of Ocean's Thirteen. Cassel slips into the shoes of Scorpex, a once-famous DJ whose career is in decline as new stars rise to fame. View the original article to see embedded media. Cassel's Scorpex finds a chance at redemption by virtue of a secret mission from an eccentric French intelligence agent wherein he must ultimately take out his ascendant DJ rival, Vestax. Portrayed by the French YouTuber Mister V, Vestax sets the stage for an epic showdown with Scorpex, pitting the wisdom and experience of the old guard against the raw energy and ambition of the new. The film's co-stars include Alexis Manenti, Déborah Lukumuena, Nina Zem, Nicolas Maury, Philippe Katerine, Paul Mirabel, Panayotis Pascot, Manu Payet and Alice Moitié, per The Hollywood Reporter. Production on the film began in Paris on February 26th but it does not yet have an official release date.

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PBH & JACK master the art of sonic alchemy in their latest track, transforming soothing melodies and spirited rhythms into a golden hour for the ears. Landing on Heldeep Records, the duo weave threads of deep house and dance-pop into a tranquil masterstroke called "Perfect People." Their latest is characterized by a harmonious blend of smooth vocal delivery and invigorating house drums, crafting an atmosphere where serenity meets rhythmic vitality. At the heart of "Perfect People" lies a soothing vocal performance, its cadence a balm for the soul. The track's vocals serve as the perfect vessel for its carefree lyrics, inviting us into a blissful escape from the mundane and delivering a sound that's as refreshing as it is reflective. PBH & JACK's creative journey has been marked by a series of successful releases, resonating on international stages and earning them spots at major festivals and prestigious venues worldwide. Their ability to fuse emotive melodies with captivating rhythms has set them apart in the dance music scene, a talent that "Perfect People" exemplifies beautifully. Check out the new track below. Follow PBH & JACK:Facebook: facebook.com/pbhandjack X: x.com/pbhandjack Instagram: instagram.com/pbhandjack

First debuting on deadmau5’ esteemed mau5trap label in 2017 with ’No Time,’ followed by his Pipe Dream EP. Australian producer EDDIE quickly became a regular on the imprint with the release of his EP Spiritual Contraband in 2017, Bad Habits in 2018 and Blueprints in 2020. Branching out in 2019, EDDIE landed on insomniac’s Bassrush Imprint with the ATLiens collaboration ‘Closer’ before his breakout moment, the high Profile collaboration with global superstar REZZ ’Stress,’ which has surpassed 1 million plays on Spotify. EDDIE is also featured on remixes for Zeds Dead, deadmau5 & Blanke. Fast forward to 2024, EDDIE is now a rising star in the US Bass Music Scene. Despite a busy tour schedule supporting REZZ, Blanke, BTSM and Jauz, the Australian has also made headway in production. He’s released multiple tracks on REZZ’s Hypnovizion label and also was featured on REZZ’s new album with their heavy hitter collab: ‘Maleficent.’ It’s not just his creative approach to music that makes EDDIE interesting. He’s got a heart of gold and a wicked sense of humor as well. We were able to catch up with him after his set for REZZ’ Hypnovizion showcase at Miami Music Week, so read the interview below! Let’s find out who the fuck this EDDIE person is and the lore behind the man. Hey man how are you doing! Thanks for sitting down with EDMTunes for this interview. That was a great set just now! And also welcome to Miami, is this your first time here? EDDIE: Thank you thank you. It is my third time actually! Amazing! Welcome back… Now…The question on everyone’s minds: Who the fuck is EDDIE?? EDDIE: You want to know how that came about I’m guessing? Yes! It’s such a funny tag line and when I first saw it at The Mirage and I just thought it was so funny and camp. It really pulled the audience in. I couldn’t stop laughing. It’s really great branding. EDDIE: So I played Red Rocks for REZZ. I opened for her just six months earlier, and her visual coordinator, Cam, I don’t know if you’ve met him before — He’s amazing, Cam McNeil. And he said, “hey, we should do this visual,” because I always [joked with] him, “who the fuck is EDDIE?” ironically since Eddie is such a common name. It’s such a stupid name for an artist. So I’m thinking: “I have my skull, there’s a bit of lore there, but I need something else.” And I thought, “why not just ironically have “who the fuck is EDDIE” up there on the screens constantly. So we tested it out. Red Rocks went pretty well, and people started uploading YouTube clips saying, “who the fuck is this guy? Who are you?” I engaged and laughed about it and then it seemed to naturally come as a progression. So then fast forward to Brooklyn Mirage, I made an intro with it to see how that people would react. And man, you were there. That show was crazy! I thought everyone would leave [after REZZ finished her set], and I think I held, like, a lot of the crowd. Oh yeah, you held it down. At least half of that place stayed. I remember I was thinking at the time: “oh, well, REZZ always loves to end it early and go home, so it will be an early night for me but then you came on and I didn’t want to leave! EDDIE: Thank you, thank you. That’s how it came about. I remember telling my manager that night though, “hey, at the at the end of the set, I’m gonna say one, two, three. ‘Who the fuck is EDDIE?'” And he was like, “no don’t do it. With your accent, they won’t understand it. It’s late, etc.” Oh wow really? EDDIE: Yeah, really. And I was like, okay. It’s not a bad comment to make. It’s just him doing this job and being precautious because if I did it and no one responded, it would be bad and I would never do it again. But that night I felt it in the crowd. It was the first time in my life that I felt like: “WOAH” I had this feeling of, “I think I did something right here,” you know? You feel the energy. You’re in sync with the crowd. In my head, I told myself “I gotta do it for sure.” So I did it… And it was a crazy crowd reaction. It was so good. And my manager afterwards was like, dude, “what was that?” And I was like, “yeah that was insane.” You just rolled with it! When you came back to New York. That was Webster Hall for Blanke’s tour last month. I was there for your intro. EDDIE: No one was there and I still went with it. I was like, “fuck it. It is what it is.” And I still did it at the end. And it was still a great reaction. You know what? Like you can have a really predict how people are going to react to something like that. But now that they’ve latched onto it, just hold on to it tight. You’ve created a brand. EDDIE: Yeah. And I know it’s I know this answer has gone long for just the first question, but I just played Wamu Theater in Seattle a couple weeks ago for Black Tiger Sex Machine and I was second on the lineup and I was like, “alright, there will probably be like a few hundred people there for my set” Like I was second on tonight and it’s not the biggest crowd. But you’ve got Ultra going on concurrently tonight. EDDIE: Yeah, yeah, people aren’t out of the festival yet. But in Seattle I look down for one moment and then wham, it was like 20 minutes in and there was 8000 people, and I was like, “oh my God.” So I did the same thing I did at Mirage. I felt the energy. But that was the first time they started chanting it without me asking them to do it. And I was like, “ohhhhh, it’s catching on!” So yeah, it’s been sick. It’s a big part of the brand. Have you put it in a song yet? Or tried just ripping the acapella in the middle of a set like James Hype? EDDIE: It’s in the intro, and is an actual song that’ll be on a future EP. Haven’t decided anything final yet. Nice! Looking forward to more music from you. Have you been able to get a lot of studio time? I know you’re touring a lot. You’re opening for Jauz, you’re opening for Blanke, you’re opening for REZZ. EDDIE: BTSM, Lollapalooza, It’s a lot of stuff happening now. So I’m and more in the work. I’m just mind blown. Yeah, it’s been a quick turn since I went to bass music. What did you start off making? EDDIE: I was originally known for electro house and progressive house, and I originally signed with mau5trap. I did about 50 or 52 songs with them. So I was releasing with them for a long time, with deadmau5. And then that’s how REZZ found me and was like, “yo, let’s work on stuff.” That’s how I found the darker stuff and realized I really like it. Oh nice! I’m trying to figure out what sounds I like making currently. I produced house music for the most part. And I love making bass house, and I love tech house, but I’ve always had a love for bass music. I will always be a bass head because that is what got me into EDM. But I know the concept of sound design in bass music is so particular and unique. How was that switch for you from electro house? EDDIE: I’m very proud of things I make. I’m very happy with, with my music, which I find is rare in today’s scene. A lot of people are really harsh in themselves, which I can be. But I’m still proud of it. And I remember thinking, “Ok. I did this REZZ collab, I also just did this ATLiens collab. I don’t know why they keep asking me to collab on these bass tracks. I make progressive and electro house! It makes no sense.” But our collabs were just so different to everything else they were doing that I think the fact that I had a different perspective coming in from a different world helped me a lot with experimenting and now I’ve definitely found the direction that I want for the future. And it’s been sick. You’ve found your way. I’ve noticed because I’ve seen you three times now in almost rapid succession! And (not that you weren’t great the first few times I saw you) but the growth that I can see since that first time even, is astonishing. It’s really like you’re coming into your own. EDDIE: 100%. I mean I would hate it if it was getting worse. So I’m glad that it’s better. I mean, artists can sometime hit a rut but don’t worry you haven’t hit it! EDDIE: Thank you, thank you. So you live in LA now but you are Australian. What made you want to move to the US? EDDIE: When Covid finished, I got my visa right away and came. I started touring with my electro house stuff and that’s was really it. 2022? I think 2021? I forgot. When did Covid finish 2020? 2021 was when the vaccines were rolling out. Yeah. Day one I got the vaccine and then came straight to the US and that was it. Honestly, that was a weird time in music. But also a lot of people popped up and got big, you know? John Summit started coming up. I decided I wanted to make music too, along with thousands of other producers. It was almost like a EDM renaissance. Let’s talk about COVID then. What was your experience like in Australia? Did you spend alot of that time working on music? What kept you inspired? EDDIE: We locked down really hard. So I couldn’t leave my city for like, two years. You could only go outside for one hour a day. My suburb had a drone that would fly around tracking people. Don’t get me wrong, I love Australia. I would love it if I could live there and do what I do, you know? But this music’s not really popping there. So instead, I came here and it was a lot more free. And I know here everyone was judging that, but I felt the love. It was better for me because I was locked up for so long and I was just trying to survive. It’s really hard in the music industry if you’re not being present, not being at events, not seeing people, not playing shows. And I had to make sure that I didn’t drop off. And I managed to do it, which is awesome. But yeah, it was a tough time for me. I did not find a nice creative pit. I forced stuff out. Thankfully it was still good stuff though. Sometimes that’s gotta happen. You have to just grind a bit. Did you have anything else job wise to keep busy? I know a lot of producers start off with day jobs, and then they suddenly get big and then they go full time touring. EDDIE: I was 17 when I started producing properly, so I was mostly studying — sports science and sports psychology. I was also doing audio engineering and I was working at cafes. So I was doing a bunch of stuff. I kind of just went along with the music thing on the side, but it took over so much that I got fired. I would slack off and then get fired. I would be like, “fair enough.” But my parents were very strict with school and said: “you have to keep studying at least.” But then when I started not going to uni, I would [cut class and] just go to a friend’s house with my laptop to work on music, so I ended up getting terminated from the university. Yeah, I was terrible! I hid it from my parents for a year before they found out. I thought they would get so angry, but they were just disappointed, which is worse. I come from like an Eastern European family so… Look I get it. Asian parents are like that too! EDDIE: I’ve heard that! My parents were extremely supportive though, but they needed to see something come out of this, which is fair. I don’t blame them. But fast forward to today, they are really proud. Told me “keep doing it!” It’s been amazing. But yes, short answer is: I worked cafes. That’s what I did. Oh and warehouses! I put jeans in boxes — I would stack them in warehouses. And now you’re playing warehouses! EDDIE: Oh that’s good. I should tweet that later. Put in the drafts! EDDIE: I’ve got so many good ones! So I’m in a similar position. I got laid off and was unemployed for like, eight months, so I was just cranking out music for a little bit and gigging hard. But now I start a 9-5 job again and event if I don’t quit soon, they’re definitely going to fire me because I ditched the job to come here for Music Week, and I’m Like, well, I’ve got different priorities. EDDIE: There you go. Honestly, I did that and it’s kind of working out for me, so… Yes you’re doing a great job. EDDIE: Thank you, I appreciate it. So, I am curious, how was the discovery process for you? How did you pick up a manager? Did they come to you? EDDIE: That was an interesting one. Long journey. I’m pretty sure everyone has a similar one. I think a lot of artists today don’t pay enough attention to add visual branding with their music. And I already stuffed up with the name I had, a normal name, like EDDIE. I was young at the time and had a, “whatever, I don’t care” kind of attitude for it. And then I saw that I needed a rebrand, but couldn’t change the name so I decided on adding a logo / emblem. I got that skull built in the early days and it’s evolved a lot. Then I started making electro house, and I really wanted to get on mau5trap. I uploaded two free downloads in one month and then they emailed me saying “we’d love to have you on deadmau5′ label.” So I really manifested it… I let it brew for two days because I wasn’t sure if it was real — but it was real! He was one of my icons growing up, so it was really sick and full circle. And from there onwards Twitter helped big time. Everyone would hit you up on Twitter for collabs. I had to keep an online presence because I’m in Australia. I feel like connecting with people was like a natural strength of mine. It’s such a part of the music industry now. Yeah, it really is. But you also have to have the right balance of social media and actual talent because there’s some people that are running before they can walk on social media and they put out all the all of these reels and vlogs and stuff, but haven’t played in front of a crowd ever. EDDIE: For sure. Every scene, every industry has that someone who excels in marketing but not at the actual product. Yeah, that’s a that’s a big one forever. Exactly. I feel like in the music industry though people are so encouraged to overexpose on social media because there’s very little opportunity for fans to actually connect with artists otherwise outside of shows. Sometimes it’s too much though and devoid of any soul. EDDIE: So that’s why I only post stuff that I feel comfortable making and doing. Though my management might not love that. Maybe. Maybe not. I don’t know, it’s normal for them to want you to push more out. But for the most part my team has been very supportive with the brand, the project, and we’ve gotten to a pretty cool spot yet. So much growth to come. So that’s what I am excited about. Have you played any festivals yet? EDDIE: I played an artcar at EDC. Similar thing [to Seattle] where I was a bit nervous that no one would be there. I get on there. The person before me had like ten people. It is what it is. John Summit is playing at the same time. I didn’t expect anyone to leave any of the big stages. So, I plug the USB in, look down and pretend I’m picking a song for a long time because I’m nervous. I then take one look up and there was like 2000 people. What happened? I realized people have it scheduled in their apps and they know exactly when to come. It felt really good. And I was back to back with a good friend of mine too. So it was crazy. We packed out the car completely. It was a great experience. That was my first one. I also played Das Energi, Escapade in Canada…yeah I’ve been to a few. Do you have any on your bucket list? EDDIE: Oh Tomorrowland. I have always wanted to go, but then I started making music, so I told myself that I’ll only go if I play there. You’ll make it there at the rate you’re going! EDDIE: I know bass is creeping into the European scene now, slowly. Rampage is another fest I like. My family’s from Europe, so I love Europe. And I know it’s hard to tour there with as a bass act but I want that as a goal. I want to do the UK. I want to do Belgium, the Netherlands. And then in America it’d be literally all the insomniac festivals. They’re all so good. They need you at Electric Forest! EDDIE: Oh! Is that insomniac? Or? They own part of it. EDDIE: I see, cool. It makes sense. It’s an awesome festival. I would love to do Lost Lands. that’s on my bucket list for sure. It’s a really an amazing festival. I have heard nothing but good things about it. I There’s no doubt in my mind that you will definitely play it one year. EDDIE: I feel like I should aim for next year. I’m putting it out there. I’ll put you in the Google survey when they put it out. EDDIE: We had some fans make a petition and I got over a couple hundred signs. I was pretty impressed! Excision will notice that for sure. He listens to the community. EDDIE: I always hear the best things about him. He’s always about the community. And now Lost Lands is so big so there’s a room for sure on that lineup. EDDIE: I feel like I’d be able to go heavy enough, but like it’s very different to most of the popular bass sounds. What would you say if I had to ask you: The set I just played how different is that compared to your usual ones you would hear. Turning the table on us for this interview! I love it. So, coming from a house DJ, I like the fact that you break up a lot of the head banging vibes with more groovy mid-tempo stuff. For me it makes more sense and carries the energy a bit more organically. No shade to any of the mainstream bass acts because I love their music and their sets, but so much of bass music these days is hard cutting, double drops, chopped riddim, etc; and while it can sound cool, for me, since I am classically trained, I love a good arrangement, with flow, and well thought out composition. Your set felt comforting to me, bringing a level of structure to it that I think a lot of music fans will love. It’s dynamic. EDDIE: Ok yes, I agree, I think I went to a festival once and. I heard a few riddim sets and it was is great, it was heavy, it was filthy. But then 6 hours went by and I was like, “oh, like it’s a little repetitive now for me.” You could say that about every genre, though, to be fair. So so obviously no shade at all to anyone. I’ve even made riddim tracks. I have them in my, in my USB. I don’t play them, but I have them in there because it’s fun to make. I like mixing it up though. Just like REZZ. Her shit is weird. I want to be weird. She’s an inspiration. She’s the only person who does what she does. And artists like Deathpact. Uh oh, we’re entering dangerous territory here! You have met the Deathpact members? EDDIE: Yeah I know them all! Are you allowed to even say anything or anymore about them on tape?? EDDIE: No, I can’t but. I know all 7 billion of them. I can name all 7 billion. They’re everywhere. Are you Deathpact? I don’t know AM I? Have we ever been seen in the same room??? I actually love that it’s still a mystery. Like, nobody’s willing to let the secret out. EDDIE: It’s hard to explain. There’s literally billions. They’re everywhere. But if I were to ever collaborate with them, it would very funny because then I could say “Who the fuck is Deathpact?” That’s really good. You should actually pitch that. EDDIE: Yeah, I have spoken to them for like, a long time. I respect their art a lot. We’ve always talked about working on something, so we’ll see. Well this has been great. Loved to see the man behind the curtain. Happy Miami Music Week and thank you for speaking with us. EDDIE: Thank you so much for having me! The post [Interview] The Question on Everyone’s Mind: Who The F*ck is EDDIE? appeared first on EDMTunes.