Starting off 2021 on an explosive note, UZ’s Quality Goods Records imprint has just dropped its 5th compilation installment, a 9-track showcase of the underground’s finest. Featuring forward-thinking productions by the likes of Abimanyu, Caracal, Match Point, MSFT, Runnit and more, the entire tracklist was been handpicked by UZ himself, who is still …
The year is 2004. All of our phones flipped, none of them connected to the Internet, and the term "social media" meant nothing to us. Rather than spending hours in bed scrolling through memes with our thumbs, we sat down at our computers and played flash games through an ultra-fast …
Back in 2019, two of bass music's young stars, Slushii and Dion Timmer, teamed up to release a hi-tech dubstep single called "Test Me." With sharpened bass cutting through pitched vocals, it quickly became a staple in many DJs' sets around the world. Since then, the track has cemented itself …
After a series of hilarious FaceTime teasers, Excision and Sullivan King are finally giving in to the wishes demands of headbangers all around the world. Released today on Excision's bass utopia, Subsidia Records, "Unbound" is the duo's third collaboration. Like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, listeners will experience both sides of …
Budding Los Angeles DJ VNSSA’s new single “Cuz of the Beat” contains all the elements of an acid house hit. Her fans have been eagerly awaiting its arrival after she teased it on Insomniac TV’s livestream just a few weeks ago. Out now via Noizu’s Techne Records, this solo song further reinforces VNSSA …
Just days into 2021, TroyBoi announced that he would be releasing the next chapter in his V!BEZ EP series. Now, he's revealed that the first single from the fourth volume will be arriving this week. The British trap heavyweight will re-imagine a disco classic for a track called "Bellz," the …
With in-person concerts on hold in most cities around the world, some promoters have opted to host drive-in shows. Earlier in the month, Wooli took the stage for one leg of Insomniac's Park 'N Rave concert series. In addition to the in-person performance, the event was livestreamed so fans could watch from …
The ever-elusive ZHU dropped a new Pandora playlist this week, taking fans on a trip across his favorite club hits. Titled "Club Culture: ZHU," the curated selections span decades and include tracks from Justice, Eats Everything, FISHER, and many more. ZHU kicks things off with a brief visualization exercise. "I …
Beloved Dutch duo Vicetone have some big news. Their highly anticipated debut album, Legacy, is slated for release in April 2021 via Monstercat. The full-length project is nearly a decade in the making and spans ten tracks, which include the previously released "Animal" with Jordan Powers and Bekah Novi, and "Shadow" with Allie X. …
From fan-favorite tunes like "Emotional" and "Lines In Wax" to breakthrough hits like "I Can't Stop" and "Bass Cannon," Flux Pavilion has remained a major influence of modern dance music throughout his storied career. Over the past decade, he's reinforced his reputation as a true tastemaker time and time again. …
Although he's most known for his bubbly solo work, wunderkind producer Whethan is also a prolific beatmaker behind the scenes. From Oliver Tree and Ugly God to Meghan Trainor and Miquela, Whethan has frequently lent his talents as a producer and songwriter to young and promising acts across all sonic …
Subtronics' rise to the forefront of bass music can be attributed to many things, including his unique sound and out-of-this-world live performances. Lately, the Philly-born producer has been churning out some of the most heavy-hitting remixes, such as his rework of Capone's viral TikTok track "Oh No." For his latest, …
Put down your coffee and turn up your speakers, because EDM mainstays Yellow Claw have found an unmatched solution for early mornings and midday slumps: "Bassgod," their latest single, with Ramengvrl and label-mates Sihk and Juyen Sebulba. Released January 22nd via the duo's Barong Family imprint, "Bassgod" leaves no head un-bobbing and no …
Earlier this week, Seven Lions announced that he would be releasing a four-track remix package filled with old school reimaginations of his greatest hits. The first remix has arrived, as his heavyweight collaboration with ILLENIUM, Said The Sky, and HALIENE has been transformed into a vintage trance tune reminiscent of the …
When two Bay Area powerhouses hop on a track together, you know magic is underway. "Bright Lights" is the perfect case in point. In the new track, we see Wenzday and Capozzi melding their impeccable energetic stylings into one, creating a tour de force fit for Tchami's renowned Confession imprint. "Bright Lights" combines …
Since last September, Steve Aoki has been teasing his long-awaited 6OKI – Rave Royale EP that's notably stacked with collaborations. Last week, he unveiled a 6OKI cut with k?d entitled "BIB" as the record's second single. Today the EP has finally arrived via his renowned Dim Mak imprint. 6OKI – Rave Royale was made to keep the rave alive. The …
The Private Language is here with its debut release, a stunning remix of BT and Iraina Mancini's "The War." After teasing the remix earlier this week, the tandem of Blake Lewis and KJ Sawka have unveiled it and lived up to the hype. There's nothing private or reserved about The Private Language's debut. In a …
Things are moving fast. This past week, we learned that Diplo and Mark Ronson are bringing back their Grammy Award-winning collaborative musical project, Silk City. Soon after, they revealed that the mystery collaborator—who they had teased at the time of the announcement—was none other than Ellie Goulding. The trio didn't make fans wait long for …
There are not many ways to level up Tiësto's smash hit "The Business," but he somehow found a way. The dance music vet has tapped none other than Ty Dolla $ign to reimagine the track for 2021 and take it into the stratosphere. Akin to chocolate mousse and satin sheets, the sultry "The …
Two of Anjunadeep’s mainstay artists, Ben Böhmer and Tinlicker, have come together for a rousing melodic house track. On “Run Away,” soft keys resound momentarily before giving way to Felix Raphael’s yearning voice. Delicate vocals float above bright chords, swiftly culminating into the soul of the song. Here, Böhmer and …
Aimed with the objective of showcasing flourishing talent on their popular label, record company Anjunabeats has launched a new EP series titled Rising. The beloved brand, which was launched 20 years ago by label heads Above & Beyond, has cultivated the careers of many electronic music mainstays including Audien, Seven Lions, Jason Ross, Mat …
Toronto dance music producer Menna has dropped his third single, the breezy house bop "Show Me Your Love." Released independently, "Show Me Your Love" is a poignant dance number that hearkens back to the idyllic, sun-soaked beach parties of pre-pandemic times. Menna makes use of dreamy piano chords and fluttering arpeggios …
If you've ever found yourself wondering what goes into a music video for a high-profile EDM song, you're in luck after ILLENIUM, Dabin, and Lights shared a behind-the-scenes look at the making of their official "Hearts On Fire" video. While short, the new behind-the-scenes video offers an intimate glimpse into the …
Andrew VanWyngarden, of MGMT fame, dropped a new track unannounced over the weekend from his side project, Gentle Dom. The artist has uploaded a handful of experimental electronic solo tracks to his SoundCloud page over the years, his latest titled "I Miss Dancing In New York." The single is a …
KJ Sawka has always been a man of many projects, and it looks like he's ready to showcase his next chapter of music. The Pendulum and Destroid artist has announced his new duo The Private Language, and previewed new music that's set to arrive this week. It's unclear as to …
Sometimes people-watching can be just as much fun as the actual sets at a music festival. The energy around is contagious and people are feeling themselves. This is exactly what inspired Kittrix and Wolvero to write their latest single. Teaming up for the first time with a dynamite new track, Wolvero and …
While relaxation might not typically be associated with mau5trap releases, the deadmau5-led imprint is trying its hand at R&R with a new playlist exclusively for sleep and meditation app Calm. Released January 15th, the nine-track "flow & focus" playlist cycles through tracks by deadmau5 and friends, including ATTLAS, Getter and Midoca. …
For close to a decade, Lindsey Stirling has been weaving her masterful violin melodies with electronic beats to create a unique sound that's propelled her to the forefront of the crossover scene. Wasting no time in 2021, she's teamed up with Mako to release their collaborative single, "Lose You Now." In addition …
Although most of us weren't able to check out a concert or drunkenly stumble around the city spend quality time with our friends for New Year's Eve, plenty of artists and organizers hosted virtual events to provide a safe way to celebrate. One notable event came from the festival giant …
Arguably one of the most iconic dance records of all-time, ATB’s "9 PM (Till I Come)" was released over 20 years ago via Kontor Records, helping to propel the German DJ and producer into international stardom. Fast-forward to 2021, when ATB has teamed up with Topic and A7S to release …
