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After announcing their collaborative Kx5 project earlier this year and stunning fans with its debut live set at EDC Las Vegas, deadmau5 and Kaskade have unveiled a preview of their third single, "Alive." "Alive" is a collaboration with famed alternative rock outfit The Moth & The Flame, whose spacey vocals bellow through a haunting house beat: “I was the water …

Just in time for the weekend, Mary Droppinz has dropped a funky new EP, Too Sweet. Out now via Zed Dead’s Altered States label, the three-track EP finds Droppinz producing soulful records that smolder with fiery tinctures of psychedelia and old-school funk breaks. Inspired by a desire to counteract apathy in the music …

Did you know you could buy a star? Neither did we. Next week, NIIKO X SWAE will release their next single on Armada Music, "Nothing On Earth." As part of a unique initiative to promote the track, they're giving away… nothing on earth. The dance music production duo are giving away …

Chart-topping artist ACRAZE has teamed up with Goodboys for "Believe," the follow-up to the former's global smash hit "Do It To It." Released today by way of Thrive Music/Capitol Records, “Believe” is an uplifting house record with a deep-seated plea to find meaning in life. The underlying message builds stronger with dramatic, cinematic …

On the eighth anniversary of their biggest hit, Galantis recruited one of the hottest names in bass music to transform the single. For over a year now, Subtronics has been asking fans if they "f*ck with that weird sh*t?" while dropping a heavy remix of the Swedish duo's dance classic, "Runaway (U …

After signing to Monstercat just last month, Filipino electronic music star No Mana has returned with his second single on the label, "Out of the Dark." The tech-driven track takes us through a mystical, underground odyssey backed by a thumping bassline and ominous, distorted sound design. According to a press release, the tune itself …

Gryffin and Tinashe have teamed up for a scorching dance anthem, "Scandalous." Gryffin is currently gearing up for two of his largest headlining shows ever at Red Rocks Ampitheater and LA State Historic Park, respectively, as well as preparing for the release of his sophomore album, Alive, the follow-up to 2019's …

Coming off of his headlining Lost Lands B2B with Excision, Sullivan King has joined forces with the creator of one of this festival season's biggest tracks. Two weeks after King and Ray Volpe took the stage at the prehistoric-themed bass music celebration, they've returned to keep the party going with a …

Two of the world's most innovative producers are introducing a new generation to the sounds of rave music's past. In the early days of summer, G Jones and EPROM joined forces for their Acid Disk 2 EP. The long-awaited follow-up to 2017's namesake, the record plunged fans headlong into a …

Tapping big beat legend and fellow Brit Fatboy Slim for his first-ever lead vocal feature, Eats Everything brought a big one last week with his new track, "Bristol to Brighton." "An ode to the cities we reside in and love more than any other," Eats Everything wrote on social media of the …

You heard it here first: Whethan is the official shapeshifter—or soundshifter, rather—of dance music. And he's now breaking away in more ways than one. Whethan's latest single, "Fall Out Girl" (with Zai1k), is his first independent release in six years following a two-album stint with Atlantic Records.  "Fall Out Girl" is an uplifting …

Take a bow, Kid Cudi. After the long-awaited release of Entergalactic, fans and critics have been quick to praise the fabled hip-hop artist. The adult animated TV special has been lauded as a creative breakthrough for Cudi, who created the Netflix program and voices its protagonist, Jabari. And its musical counterpart meets the …

SNBRN has dropped his highly anticipated sophomore album, The Old Days, out today via Ultra Records. The Old Days marks his most comprehensive project to date. Spanning just over an hour, the album spans 19 tracks that give fans a glimpse into the introspective work of the L.A.-based house music star, focusing …

DJ Susan's Hood Politics Records is thinking outside the genre with their latest compilation, Dubstep Forever. Contrary to what newcomers to the taste-making imprint may be led to think after reading that title, Hood Politics Records is more closely associated with smooth grooves than aggressive headbanging. However, they're now taking a trip to the …

Malaa's incendiary brand of G-House was destined sooner or later to satiate the rap community's newfound interest in dance music. With the release of his new album, Don Malaa, the masked mafioso shows just how potent that demand really is.  The album sees Malaa flexing the full spectrum of his …

It's been an explosive year for Bleu Clair, who has just added yet another standout house record to his catalog. Boasting a captivating tech house sound, the Indonesian trailblazer has taken the dance music scene by storm over the course of the last couple years, performing at a slew of …

HI-LO is back with "WANNA GO BANG," a thumping techno track out now on Drumcode Records. Oliver Heldens turned to his longtime nom de plume when returning to Andrew Beyer's flagship label, which released HI-LO's Drumcode debut, "Hypnos," almost a year ago. The new song, which samples DJ Deeon's "2 B Free," is …

Seven Lions has teamed up with Lights for "Stop Thinking," the final single from Beyond The Veil, his long-awaited debut album. Longtime fans will surely remember "Falling Away," a melancholic house record released by Lions and Lights way back in 2015. They've now reunited, jabbing their collaborative past with a shot …

It's been a year of milestone "firsts" for EDM.com Class of 2022 breakout star, ISOxo. And he's not done yet. Breaking through on RL Grime's Sable Valley Records in late 2021 with his blistering debut EP, Nightrealm, ISOxo has already left his mark on the highly competitive and ever-evolving bass …

There are a handful of artists who, when they speak, sing or cry, we listen. Bob Moses, Elderbrook, RÜFÜS DU SOL, WhoMadeWho; these acts and the stories they tell are the closest things electronic music has to folklore, their compelling croons famous to the point of instant recognition.  With their …

The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds every week, as artists become more innovative with their compositions. EDM.com's weekly "Playlist Picks" series highlights the top releases in the genre, helping uncover the latest tracks that will soon dominate the dance music scene. EDM.com Top Hits Alan Walker …

A music legend has joined forces with one of EDM's most puzzling acts.  For decades, the 74-year-old Jean-Michel Jarre has been innovating electronic music and the way we interact with it. With over 20 studio albums and a number of record-breaking performances under his belt, the pioneering artist has never been afraid to …

Ever since its debut during a live set this spring, Said The Sky and William Black's "On My Own" has been one of the most hotly anticipated bass collabs of the year. The track, which features SayWeCanFly, is now finally out via Lowly.  "On My Own" is four minutes of …

It's been nearly two years to the day that we said goodbye to Cookie Monsta, and even today his legacy continues to carry the torch of bass music forward.  A new record from Cookie Monsta arrived today by way of his home at Circus Records. Titled "I'm Delighted," the track …

Prolific contemporary music producer Illangelo has officially made his foray into electronic dance music. Illangelo, who has amassed over 25 billion streams across his catalog, has produced music for the likes of Drake, Post Malone, Alicia Keys, Grimes and many more while operating as one of the leading creative forces …

Two of house music’s hottest acts have finally linked up for a stellar collaboration. Walker & Royce and Nala have joined forces for "Not About You," which released by way of Chris Lake’s famed Black Book Records imprint. The tune is a glorious hodgepodge of each's signature sounds, with Walker …

It can be easy to take certain aspects of your life for granted. Whether it's your home, job, a friend or even a loved one, as humans we can get a little too comfortable and overlook how fortunate we are.  In his latest track, "Enough," budding DJ and dance music producer …

Following a series of ambitious and experimental singles, Emancipator and Lapa have released a full-length album, 11th Orbit. Out now via Emancipator’s own Loci Records, 11th Orbit spans 10 potent dancefloor heaters with exotic and worldly composition. The record sees the longtime collaborative duo concocting new sonic flavors to their own …

Ethereal vocals and gritty bass production can oftentimes gel in fascinating ways. Gaszia and Sooski’s new joint EP, Pre-Faze is a strong testament. Gaszia achieved success in electronic music as one half of boundary-pushing duo X&G, who announced their split earlier in 2022. Over the past eight years, X&G’s brand of bold …

Chart-topping producer BYOR is creating music that is delectable to the eardrums.  Aiming to satisfy your house music cravings, the rising Russian artist has returned to Tiësto's Musical Freedom imprint with a sensational single, "Flavour."  The new tune is a club-ready creation and a follow-up to BYOR's previous Musical Freedom release, "Belly …

Chart-topping producer BYOR is creating music that is delectable to the eardrums.  Aiming to satisfy your house music cravings, the rising Russian artist has returned to Tiësto's Musical Freedom imprint with a sensational single, "Flavour."  The new tune is a club-ready creation and a follow-up to BYOR's previous Musical Freedom release, "Belly …

Tiësto is bringing his far-reaching club appeal to an early 2000's techno classic.  Taking on Tiga's "Mind Dimension," Tiësto refreshes the acid-infused production of the 2009 track, adding energizing drums and a dancefloor-dominating groove into the mix. The hook of Tiga's singalong classic is likely to appear instantly recognizable to tenured …

Stepping into a critical career juncture, Fred again.. is telegraphing better days ahead with his new single, "Bleu (better with time)." True to the producer's underground house flair that has taken the electronic music community by storm, the track excels in sparking a groove with straightforward, catchy and melodic production. …

Frequent collaborators Paul van Dyk and Alex M.O.R.P.H. pay homage to the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana with their latest collaboration in an instrumental tribute to Stranger Things.  M.O.R.P.H and van Dyk forgo their collaborative uplifting approach of yesteryear, opting instead to bridge the gap between progressive house and trance …

Following his heart and continuously challenging the electronic music status quo, Armin van Buuren has released "Live On Love." After employing an array of AI tech for the techno smash "Computers Take Over The World" and even releasing a guided meditation earlier this summer, it seemed no ground was left …

The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds every week, as artists become more innovative with their compositions. EDM.com's weekly "Playlist Picks" series highlights the top releases in the genre, helping uncover the latest tracks that will soon dominate the dance music scene. EDM.com Top Hits MEDUZA & …

Channel Tres has joined RCA Records in partnership with L.A. indie label Godmode. The Compton R&B and house music virtuoso joins a star-studded major label roster alongside the likes of Martin Garrix, Kygo, REZZ, Britney Spears, Childish Gambino and Grammy-winning producer Kaytranada, among many others. Since his debut track, 2018's …

We've found the special type of project that can only be described as refreshingly fresh; the types of timeless cuts you'd envision dusted off from the depths of a Bushwick vinyl haunt, labeled "unavailable" when you hunt for them on Shazam.  If you don't already know Brooklyn bedroom producer bad …

Just in time for the burst of fall’s vibrant colors, GRiZ has dropped the fourth installment of his Chasing The Golden Hour mixtape series. Following the release of two singles: the airy" Your Light" and last week’s disco-inspired "On a High," Chasing The Golden Hour, Pt. 4 is here in full. It's …

With anonymity comes many questions—but Malaa silences them with each and every new release. The latest record from the masked house music superstar is "Deep," a collaboration with Yung Felix and French compatriot DJ Snake. It's the last single to drop ahead of Malaa's long-awaited debut album, Don Malaa, due out next week. …

Right on time for the official changing of the seasons, Lane 8 has dropped a new seasonal mixtape. Clocking in at over three hours, his new "Fall 2022 Mixtape" transcends listeners into a deep dive of 48 tracks. The mix kicks off with four IDs—presumably future releases on the deep house …

Australian singer-songwriter and producer Sycco has collaborated with Flume and Chrome Sparks. The resulting single, "Ripple," is about to have you hooked.  Maximalist at its heart, "Ripple" is a whimsical electronica concoction swirling with elements of hyperpop and drum and bass. Some of its synths sound straight out of a magic wand.  …

Big updates from SG Lewis, who this week announced the name and release date of a forthcoming double album: AudioLust & HigherLove. To celebrate, the Brit has also released a double A-side single with two of the project's tracks. When paired together, they provide an uncanny tease of the album's overall …

Maddy O’Neal has dropped Ricochet, her genre-bending sophomore album. Ricochet sees the Denver-based electronic music producer at her most creative, alchemizing futuristic bass with electro-soul beats and funky, head-nodding disco. Complete with dazzling singles like the sparkling future bass banger "Never Fades" and the spacey “Follow Me," Ricochet is a bold body of work …

A great dance remix is always bound to light up the dancefloor—something Greg Groovez knows firsthand. Groovez, a veteran DJ and dance music producer, has been taking the decks at a myriad of clubs around New York City for some time now while serving as a resident at the beloved …

Few artists would opt to switch up their process ahead of their debut album, but IMANU's creative reset is paying dividends. IMANU's album has been in the making for some time as he began writing it just a few months into the pandemic. "I had to find a way out of …

No blue pill or red pill can replicate the mind-bending matrix of NGHTMRE's DRMVRSE. NGHTMRE released his long-awaited debut studio album on September 9th after eight years of cranking out hits such as "REDLIGHT" and "GUD VIBRATIONS." The album is just one bright star in the deep expanse of DRMVRSE. …

Carl Cox's first album in over a decade continues to unfurl with his latest single, "See the Sun Rising" alongside Franky Wah. The two techno masterminds previously made dance floor magic with the euphoric "We Are One" in 2021, and thus a proper follow-up was all but certain. Cox's heavy-handed …

There's no better time to become acquainted with Hydraulix than with his brand new EP, Exposure. The Australian bass music star sticks to his guns on his latest effort, a no-holds-barred, bass-fueled effort that's meant to be played loud.  From the outset of "Reese's Puffs," which kickstarts with the ominous grind …

The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds every week, as artists become more innovative with their compositions. EDM.com's weekly "Playlist Picks" series highlights the top releases in the genre, helping uncover the latest tracks that will soon dominate the dance music scene. EDM.com Top Hits Fred again.. …

In celebration of their 25th anniversary, iconic Israeli psytrance duo Infected Mushroom have finally dropped their highly anticipated IM25 LP. Preceding the 12-track collection, Infected Mushroom teamed up with Israeli compatriot Bliss for a 10-minute, face-melting space expedition called "A Cookie From Space." Shortly after, they treated fans to a glitchy electro-rock rendition …

To celebrate the release of their new single, "Summer In New York," SOFI TUKKER went above and beyond—literally. The duo took to the skies to perform a DJ set from a helicopter while flying over New York City. The recording of the 40-minute set includes a host of tracks off …

Uniting a myriad of genres and influences, AIR APPARENT’s debut album couldn’t be a more impressive showcase of diversity and talent. Preceded by an exciting string of singles that offered a glimpse into his vibrant auditory world—such as the playful “100%” alongside ÊMIA—AIR APPARENT's 12-track Chromatic album displays the Indian-American musician’s …

If the latest compilation from Do Not Duplicate Recordings is any indication, the label's commitment to authenticity is as strong as ever. Helmed by BIJOU, the imprint has dropped Unlocked Vol. 8, a record comprising eight songs that reimagine the rave. CASHEW, Collelo, Control Room and more contribute stunning house tracks, all …

When it comes to eclectic electronic music acts, it doesn’t get any more versatile and visceral than the Italian femme powerhouse duo Giolì & Assia. Equipped with an impressive mix of instrumental know-how and a tender romantic relationship, the European couple have deeply influenced the dance music landscape throughout the …

After debuting a track created alongside Skylar Grey almost a year ago, ILLENIUM has finally released their long-awaited collaboration. Premiered at one of the early stops on ILLENIUM's "Fallen Embers" tour, "From The Ashes" sees the duo finally connect on a song after aspiring to join forces for quite some time. …

To celebrate the release of their new single, "Summer In New York," SOFI TUKKER went above and beyond—literally. The duo took to the skies to perform a DJ set from a helicopter while flying over New York City. The recording of the 40-minute set includes a host of tracks off …

Since releasing their debut single, "Escape," earlier this year, Kaskade and deadmau5 have kept fans on the edge of their seats as Kx5. Today the duo continued to reveal more about the direction of their joint venture by way of "Take Me High," a stunning house record they teased during …

The next entry in GRiZ's long-running mixtape series, Chasing The Golden Hour, showcases the beauty of those golden hours when the sun hits just right and everything glows. Seven years ago, GRiZ picked up his instruments and drove right towards the sun with the release of the first chapter of Chasing …

Fred again.. is, well, at it again. The groundbreaking music producer and DJ has announced the third installment of his Actual Life trilogy, Actual Life 3 (January 1 – September 9 2022), and dropped a single to hold fans over before the album's official release, October 28th. The single, "Danielle (smile …

Over the course of their storied career, Tritonal have donned many hats in the recording studio, displaying a level of versatility that has been key to their success.  Upon the release of their 2011 debut album, Piercing The Quiet, the duo had their feet firmly cemented in the trance lane. …

You can always bank on DJ Snake. The Parisian superstar has delivered a new blockbuster collaboration which is also set to be featured in the upcoming short film, The Flipper’s Skate Heist. The film is a celebration of Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace, a rollerskating landmark first founded by Ian "Flipper" Ross back …

Mr. Carmack stays grounded on his home turf with his latest EP, HOMETOWN HEROES. Picking up right where his last long-form project, CHAOS, left off, Carmack remains predictably unpredictable throughout his latest EP. The San Francisco-born producer was feeling particularly collaborative on his latest effort, teaming up with Dilip, AbJo and more. And …

There's something extra sweet this year about the return of America's favorite sport. The Monday Night Football matchup on September 12th saw Russell Wilson's Denver Broncos lose a nail-biter to the Super Bowl-winning quarterback's former team, the Seattle Seahawks, kicking off the MNF season with a high-profile showdown. And new music from Marshmello soundtracked …

In 2019, Big Wild released his debut album, Superdream. Containing fan-favorite hits like “City of Sound” and “6’s to 9’s,” the record positioned him as one of the electronic music scene's true aesthetes. Now, Big Wild has dropped his sophomore studio album, The Efferusphere. Three years in the making, the 14-track …

“Time Goes By” – Aiobahn, Janee & Faith South Korean trailblazer Aiobahn has finally returned to bitbird with “Time Goes By,” which marks one of his most vibrant singles to date. Enlisting the talents of Janee and Faith, he crafts an energetic arrangement, filled with soft vocals and playful sound …

"This song symbolizes the gift of music." That's how Black Coffee referred to Letta Mbulu and Caiphus Semenya's "There's Music In The Air," a protest anthem for the anti-apartheid movement written by the South African musicians in 1976. Today, alongside fellow South African artist Ami Faku, the Grammy-winning DJ and dance music producer has …

The full weight of Hardwell's comeback era has finally been realized. Months of lead-up to the Dutch icon's hotly anticipated comeback album, REBELS NEVER DIE, has culminated with the full release of the 14-track effort.  In trickling a steady stream of singles out to the public, fans by now are well familiar …

Weeks after dropping his fan-favorite single "What a Life" on his own imprint, Off The Grid Records, John Summit has released the label’s first-ever compilation, Excursions: Vol. 1. After launching the label earlier this year, the surging DJ and producer has released three records on it, including his “In Chicago,” …

A new high-profile collab between Kygo, Gryffin and Calum Scott aims to make your heart skip a beat. The trio have released "Woke Up in Love," tying a bow on the summer of 2022 with an uplifting dance record. In a stentorian vocal performance, the prolific Scott explores the complex feelings associated with …

What a rise it's been for Blanke, who seems to be strapped into a rocketship to dance music superstardom. The EDM.com Class of 2021 star has been on a flat-out rampage over the course of the past year, releasing a stunning seven-track EP and teaming up with the likes of Gryffin …

Malaa has paid tribute to one of the biggest rock bands of the century, remixing their most iconic single over 20 years after its release. Linkin Park dominated the airwaves with their timeless nu metal offering, "In The End," which released back in 2001. The song was immensely popular and helped their …

Alison Wonderland continues her journey into the abyss with "333," a brand new track released under the guise of her Whyte Fang alias.  For over a decade, Wonderland has nurtured a secretive side project that explores the darker side of electronic music. Producing as Whyte Fang, she creates woozy, heavy-hitting sounds that might …

There's one flag that Audien isn't afraid to let fly, and it's his love of progressive house.  So goes the artist's latest, "Drifting Away" (with Joe Jury), a scene-setting anthem that captures the otherworldly magic of its title. Featuring a sprinkling of keys and lush synths, the track finds Jury's voice …

Experimental electronic duo Ivy Lab are back again with “Balaclava,” the first single from their forthcoming LP, Infinite Falling Ground. Written over the last six months, Infinite Falling Ground has the feel of the duo’s most expansive and honest body of work to-date. Set to be released later in 2022, …

If there's any question about the future of AI as a productivity enhancer, Armin van Buuren is removing all doubt. With his latest single, the superstar DJ and electronic music producer teamed up with an AI to co-create a bouncy, psytrance-inspired track fit for the mainstage.  The appropriately titled "Computers …

Nicky Romero and W&W wave goodbye to the summer with their last anthem of the season. Premiered during Romero's performance at this year's Tomorrowland, "Hot Summer Nights" is his third collaboration with the storied Dutch duo. Paying homage to the sunshine and nice weather of the summer, the three artists …

Like many, Nathan Gurley and Sean Rodman of Moontricks draw their creative inspiration from the world around them. However, very few artists have the luxury of tapping into the rustic Kootenay mountains of Western Canada. This distinction has most certainly made a mark on the ever-evolving duo, who curate an …

Combining thick beats and intoxicating energy, Mand0’s “Raptor” is undoubtedly a dancefloor heater. After launching his career back in 2021 with “Monster In The Basement" and following up with a series of expertly crafted, independent releases, the Niagara Falls-based beatsmith is captivating an ever-growing audience with his sinister sound. Blending …