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Verizon Unlimited Customers To Receive 6 Months of Free Apple Music

Apple Music is neck-and-neck with Spotify to stand as the world’s biggest music streaming service. However, a new fer from Verizon for its Unlimited customers may just take Apple Music to the top. Verizon Unlimited is fering customers six free months Apple Music; the fer comes as part Verizon’s new …

Getter Announces New Album Release Date & The (Surprising) Label It's Releasing On

It’s been 6 months since Getter last put out music, his entitled Dahlia I. He’s only released one other track this year, the album single “,” but fans can expect much more next month when he drops his album Visceral on September 28. Getter’s musical transformation from trenchlord to melodic genius to …

ILLENIUM Passes 1 Billion Streams & Signs To Exclusive Major Label Deal

While going back and listening again to ILLENIUM’s latest single, “Take You Down” (as we enjoy doing), we noticed that the song wasn’t released under his usual Seeking Blue label, but rather with Astralwerks/Capitol Records. After reaching out to ILLENIUM’s management, we were told that the artist has parted ways …

Party Favor Drops "Keke Don't Love You But Party Favor Does Edit Pack" For Free

If you caught Party Favor this past weekend at HARD Summer, consider yourself lucky because you witnessed a fantastic set. For those you that didn’t, that’s a shame. But in lieu seeing the set, you can still listen to a brand new remix pack from Party Favor called Keke Don’t Love …

Carnage Drops 'Papi Gordo' Name, Changes It To 'El Diablo'

Carnage has been known by ‘Papi Gordo’ for as long as we can remember, but according to the Guatemalan-American producer, ‘Papi Gordo’ is now dead – and ‘El Diablo’ will be taking its place. “It’s time for me to get back on my bullshit,” writes Carnage in a short statement to …

Two Feet Posts Letter To Fans After Surviving Suicide Attempt

On July 31, Two Feet, real name Zachary William “Bill” Dess, posted his suicide note to Twitter. Immediately, colleagues and fans from around the world, even people who had never met him or heard his music, rushed to his replies to urge him to reconsider and get help. With the aid friends …

LUUDE – Omen

LUUDE – Omen From the release his flip ‘Forever Young’, to his original ‘Rocket Pop‘ to his latest track ‘Sink Or Swim‘; Australian producer LUUDE has spent the year providing fans with a variety sounds. And while his releases have spanned a variety genres and sounds, the thing that has remained …

Fransis Derelle x Focus Fire's New Dimensional Track 'Arcadia'

Fransis Derelle x Focus Fire – Arcadia Fransis Derelle has teamed up with Focus Fire, a duo from LA, to release their new dimensional track ‘Arcadia‘. Also, featured on the track are phenomenal vocals by Convex. Once again, Derelle is satisfying his fans with another piece hybrid music magic. This track, …

Two Feet Released From Hospital Care; Breaks Silence on Mental Health

Last week, we almost lost an amazing and incredibly talented artist. New York-based singer/songwriter Two Feet (born Zachary William “Bill” Dess), alarmed fans with what he referred to as a Twitter “suicide note,” captioned “goodbye.” In the tweet, the singer, who was supposed to play Lollapalooza in Chicago this past weekend, wrote: The post heavily impacted …

Capa Opens Up About Personal Issues in Revealing Social Media Post

Cawah Passereh, better known by his stage name Capa, has revealed some very private information about himself and his struggles. Capa took to Facebook to talk about his recent struggles in his personal life. In his revealing post, he addresses some “heavy” and overwhelming” items that took him away from …

Arius World of Dance

Matt Nguyen bass duo ARIUS is currently competing with his group, Poreotics, for the million-dollar prize on this season NBC’s “World Dance.” With inspiration to bring dance culture back to the EDM scene, Matt and his dance crew incorporate their creative blend popping, choreography and robotic movements with original music …

Marshmello And Skrillex Scheduled To Countdown NYE At Snowta Fest

The young age Minnesota’s Snowta Festival hasn’t stopped it from bringing a massive lineup this New Year’s Eve. Snowta returns to the Minneapolis Convention Center for the event’s third year with headliners Marshmello and Skrillex.  Bringing in headliner’s like that it’s safe to say the Snowta team hasn’t ‘dropped the ball’ …

The Perfect Splash House August 2018 Playlists

Headed to the desert this weekend for Splash House Palm Springs? Looking for that perfect playlist for your summer road trip? Look no further! EDM Sauce has scoured the web for those bumping house beats and thumping techno melodies that will be the soundtrack to your weekend. Photo: Gina Joy. …

You Can Actually Buy Martin Garrix Branded School Supplies in Holland

As Martin Garrix continues his rise to fame across the world, the #1 DJ has had some advantages. In addition to being asked to play at the world’s biggest festivals, Martin Garrix is now a household name for Dutch people around the world. As one fan was browsing the store …

FIRST LISTEN: Dillon Francis Teases The Entirety Of His Upcoming New Album

The wait for Dillon Francis’s next album, WUT WUT, is nearly over. With a full title and release date, September 28, now revealed to the public, along with a number already-heard singles, fans are now able to get a full idea for the vibe the album. Dillon Francis posted a …

"Dancing On My Own" Singer And Dance Music Icon Robyn Returns After 8 Years

Robyn‘s still got it! The singer might have fallen radio silent on us for years, but she’s back and amazing as ever! Just over a week ago, Robyn dropped “Missing U,” her first song in eight years, which she says is a message to her fans. Days later, she graced …

Dua Lipa Teases Forthcoming Collab with Diplo's New Supergroup

Though Dua Lipa experienced within the dance music realm last month after her appearance at Tomorrowland, she isn’t letting that stop her from working with two very talented produced in Mark Ronson and Diplo. In an interview with Rolling Stone, the singer revealed she has a collaboration in the works with …

JUST ANNOUNCED: Skrillex Reveals His Long-Awaited US Festival Return

Skrillex has become elusive in the US festival scene. He hasn’t played a festival in the US as a billed artist since ComplexCon in November 2016, and even then it wasn’t a strictly dance music event. But after a string appearances in 2018 at random parties and a wild performance …

REZZ, 1788-L, San Holo & Illenium All Just Dropped New Music [PLAYLIST]

Glitchy bass. More glitchy bass. Future bass. Electro. Techno. The last week releases had it all. REZZ, 1788-L, San Holo and more put out new music, making for another great week EDM. Listen to it all on the newest Your EDM Week in Music playlist on Spotify below: Release Spotlight REZZ …

One Of The World's Top Labels Just Sold $504 Million In Spotify Shares

As much as indie labels and artists are becoming power players in their own right these past few years, major labels like Universal and Sony are still running the game. However, Warner Music Group is playing fast and loose with their strategy after liquidating all shares in Spotify this year, …

Look At A Bunch Of DJs' Cute Cats For International Cat Day

It’s International Cat Day! The year is filled with new and exciting holidays to celebrate even the most mundane things, but cats will always have a special place in our hearts, as well as in the hearts DJs! For ICD – that’s what we’re calling International Cat Day – we …

Fatum – Petra

Fatum – Petra The American trance group Fatum is no stranger to Armind. Regularly releasing tracks on Armin van Buuren‘s exclusive Armada sister label, these impressive producers never cease to amaze. With a Grammy nomination and multiple #1 tracks on the Beatport Trance charts, Fatum brings us a brand new track. …

HARD Summer 2018 Sees 1 Death and 23 Hospitalizations

Photo by Watchara Phomicinda, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG Over the weekend 150,000 music fans fled to the Inland Empire’s Autoclub Speedway in Fontana, California for HARD Summer 2018. This year’s festival—which was hosted by Insomniac—focused heavily on providing better logistics and safety measures which have notoriously been the cause bad publicity for …

Groove Cruise Miami Returns With Upgraded Ship & Lineup

Get ready for your new year to get a whole lot better because Groove Cruise Miami 2019 just announced their phase 1 lineup with a stack killer headliners. Groove Cruise celebrates its monumental 15th anniversary with critically-acclaimed Chicago-bred EDM superstar Kaskade, Egyptian trance duo Aly & Fila, Yorkshire-based house/techno phenom Hot Since 82, …

Deadmau5 Explains Why He Broke His Promise To Produce Bo Mason's Album

Back in November 2017, Deadmau5 told the vocalist Bo Mason that he would produce his entire album if he received one million plays on his song. After flooding users and his fans, Bo Mason accomplished this major feat, but Deadmau5 was nowhere to be found. Just recently Deadmau5 explained the …

Watch & Listen To Full HARD Summer 2018 Sets

HARD Summer wrapped up last weekend and was the biggest and best one yet. The Speedway in Fontana, California opened up for electronic music fans from all across the world the celebrate the unique HARD Summer event. This year, HARD Summer had an absolutely amazing stream to go along with …

One Dead, Over 20 Hospitalized at HARD Summer 2018

Over the weekend, thousands fans turned out to the Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, California to partake in the area’s most anticipated music festival—HARD Summer. The event drew in over 80,000 people on Saturday, and more than 70,000 on Sunday. Unfortunately, the festival has been marred by a tragic death …

Kedzie Goes CMNDO For Debut EP On Kannibalen Records

Kedzie has been popping up here and there on the Kannibalen Records catalog for quite some time now. However, in the past he’s made his mark with singles and now his debut EP, CMNDO, has been released through the esteemed label. What we get on the three track project is …

Groove Cruise Miami 2019 Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary With Unbelievable Lineup

While over the past several years many cruise ship festivals have popped up, there is one true gold standard. Of course, I am talking about The Groove Cruise. While other floating festivals have had their fair share struggles and controversies, it has been smooth sailing for the flagship cruise festival …

Ellie Goulding Just Got Engaged To This Lucky Guy [PICS]

Following Bassnectar’s remix Ellie Goulding’s “Lights,” Ellie Goulding won over fans not only in pop music, but dance music as well. The “Love Me Like You DO” singer has announced her recent engagement to Caspar Jopling. The duo’s relationship caught the worldwide attention after a karaoke session last April. Now …

Shambhala Introduces Highly Advanced New Drug-Testing Technology

Shambhala Music Festival is one the greatest leading forces dedicated to harm reduction in the music events circuit — and this year, organizers have upgraded in a major way to keep the farm safe. Unlike many commercial events, Shambhala takes a stand as a “dry” festival. No alcohol is sold …

Ellie Goulding Just Got Engaged & Here's The Lucky Man [PHOTOS]

Congrats to Ellie Goulding and her future husband! The “Love Me Like You Do” singer, one EDM’s favorite, has announced her engagement to Caspar Jopling. Their relationship was first brought to the public’s attention after a karaoke session last April, but the two have apparently been together for 18 months. While most …

[BREAKING] Avicii's Death Blamed on Ash Pournouri by Step-Father

When world-renowned DJ and producer Avicii died in April 2018, the entire world stopped in shock, and clamored for answers. Despite known health problems and mental illness captured in his chilling documentary True Stories, it was believed that Tim Bergling was overcoming his demons and working happily away at new music …

Gryffin Welcomes Suggestion to Collab with Ellie Goulding

Gryffin has been making waves with his chart-topping collaboration with Illenium entitled ‘Feel Good‘, his summer track ‘Winnebago’ with Quinn XCII and his latest ‘Tie Me Down‘ with Elley Duhé. The feedback has been nothing but positive and fans have been eagerly waiting to see what else the American DJ has in …

Study Shows Youth are Most Passionate About Music in UK

Music is the answer. Studies continuously show the positive effects that music has on human beings. Neuroscientists have discovered that listening to music heightens positive emotion through the reward centres our brain, stimulating hits dopamine that can make us feel good, or even elated. Listening to music also lights up …

16 Year Old Boy Dies At Lollapalooza

16-year-old Evan Kitzmiller from Mundelein Village, Illinois was found unresponsive at Lollapalooza. The festival took place this passed weekend from August 2nd to the 5th. Kitzmiller was promptly taken to the Northwestern Memorial Hospital after he was found at approximately 7:50 PM on Sunday. However, Kitzmiller was pronounced dead just …

Google Releases New A.I-Backed Software Called "Pie"

Get your forks out Android users, Google’s latest mobile stware release “Pie” is fresh out the oven with sweet and savory features. In the ninth Android update from Google, Android Pie (following in its predecessor’s dessert based name footsteps) utilizes Artificial Intelligence to create a more personalized experience for the …

DJ Snake Celebrates 2 Year Anniversary of Debut Album 'Encore'

The French producer, DJ, musician, and composer DJ Snake is known for headlining festivals across the world after several radio-hits released on Encore. Justin Bieber, Migos & Travis Scott, Yellow Claw, and Skrillex were just a few the impressive collaborations featured on the 14 track album. “Middle” featuring Bipolar Sunshine grew …

Mainstay Miami Nightclub Announces Closure After 10 Years Running

The Electric Pickle has been located in the Wynwood Arts District Miami for ten years, but will cease operation in June 2019. The Venues operators Will, Tomas, Diego, and Mitch announced the sad news on their  page.  “It’s been a crazy ride and we’re not done yet. It’s time for …

Dance Music Producer Dead After Southern California Plane Crash

Producer, DJ and vocalist Navid Izadi has passed away following a plane crash, which also took his mother’s life. On Sunday, August 5th, the Cessna 414 aircraft they were traveling on reportedly nose dived into a retail parking lot near John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, California. None the five people onboard survived, but …

Only 12% Of The Music Industry's Revenue In 2017 Went To Actual Musicians

Artists are getting paid more than ever for their work, but the reality is that it’s still a very paltry sum. According to a  published by Citigroup, only 12% the $43 billion generated by the music industry in 2017 was delivered to artists for their work. This is a significant increase …

Grady Releases Debut Song "Garden" (Prod. by Cuco & Melvv)

If you’ve never heard Grady before, don’t go kicking yourself just yet. “Garden” is the debut song from the artist who seems to still be in the process building a social presence online – 4 followers on Facebook, 21 on Soundcloud, no Twitter that we could immediately locate. And yet …

Conrank & Drezza – Decapitate feat. Patwan [Circus Records]

Conrank returns to Circus Records with a 2011-era dubstep banger that’s sure to melt your face f, courtesy and Patwan. “Decapitate” sounds like it’s straight f Rusko’s or 12th Planet’s hard drive in the early days dubstep, complete with massive wobbles and ragga vocals. The bass is absolutely thunderous and …

Top 5 Sets You Don't Want to Miss at Imagine Music Festival

There’s not much more time before Imagine Music Festival takes over Atlanta! The line up this year features a variety artists that we can’t wait to see. From ZedsDead to Cashmere Cat, there’s something for everyone. In no particular order, here are the top 5 must-see sets at Imagine Music …

SoundCloud Finally Brings Back Comments On Mobile Devices

Starting today, SoundCloud is relaunching its commenting feature on mobile devices (iOS and Android). While commenting was always the core what made SoundCloud stand apart from the rest, SoundCloud took away comments on its mobile experience which did not please anyone. While SoundCloud has been on its downfall for the …

Cruise Control Collective: Where Entrepreneurship Meets Electronic Dance Music

Good Morning Dance Music Fans! As we’re always dedicated to bringing you the best in up and coming dance music, we also like to focus on all the talent within the dance music scene, even if that talent doesn’t involve production or spinning. The Dance Music scene is a landscape …

23 Hospitalized, 19-Year-Old Dead After HARD Summer

This year’s HARD Summer, the first without HARD Events founder Gary Richards and being led solely by Insomniac, was a resounding success. Featuring dozens in-demand artists and over 73,000 people each day, most people went home with memories for a lifetime. Unfortunately, some weren’t so lucky. Twenty three individuals were …

SoundCloud Answers Our Prayers with Crucial Feature for Mobile App

Years ago, SoundCloud did away with comments on its mobile app, citing optimization and user experience over the years, but users can now rejoice in the fact that developers are bringing the feature back. “SoundCloud is making it easier than ever for creators and listeners to connect anytime, anywhere with the …

Avicii's Step-Father Blames Manager Ash Pournari for His Death

It’s hard to believe that have gone by since the death world-class producer, musician and celebrity Avicii. His death, though not ultimately surprising, shocked many by the young age at which he passed. Avicii had a history health problems relating to being overworked and partaking in drinking and drugs, but …

FIRST LISTEN: Zhu Teases Huge New Collab Friday & Another New Album

The last time we heard new original music from Zhu was his  project in April, which contained seven our favorite Zhu releases his career. Since then, Zhu has been busy building out the Blacklizt brand and dropping some new merch, as well as . But some recent social media activity …

Don Diablo Reveals New Remix for Martin Garrix Out Friday [FIRST LISTEN]

It’s only been four days since Martin Garrix & Khalid dropped Volume 2 their “Ocean” remixes, with new cuts from Holy Go, Myrne, and more. And yet, we’re already getting another special remix the track from none other than Hexagon leader Don Diablo this Friday. As with most Don Diablo …

Your EDM Premiere: Bailo, VRG, & Born I Music Team Up For Thunderous Single, "Firestorm"

If you’re needing something to give you that boost to conquer this day, look no further. Bailo, VRG, and rapper Born I Music all teamed up for the massive single, “Firestorm”, that truly lives up to the name. It’s the first time these three have come together and it is …

Win A Catered Taco Party with Snails, LSDREAM & More Artists At Moonrise 2018

Moonrise Festival, one the biggest dance music festivals the year in the northeast, is going down this weekend with Diplo, DJ Snake, Kaskade, Marshmello, NGHTMRE, Zeds Dead, Excision, Galantis, Griz, Illenium, Ganja White Night, Rezz, Snails, and more. With such a stacked lineup, simply attending at all sounds like a dream …

Jeremy Olander vs. Kamaliza – Zanzibar (Sthlm Edit)

Jeremy Olander vs. Kamaliza – Zanzibar (Sthlm Edit) Swedish DJ and producer Jeremy Olander has made stellar progressive house music this year. From his recent ‘Karusell‘ EP, he continues to work on upcoming projects released by his record label Vivrant. Today, he drops a new single entitled ‘Zanzibar’ (Sthlm Edit) featuring …

Teen Dies After Being Found Unresponsive On Final Day Of Lollapalooza

On the final day this year’s Lollapalooza, a 16 year old teen was found unresponsive. The teen, Evan Kitzmiller, was later transported by private ambulance from the festival to Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. Kitzmiller’s mother, Melissa Kitzmiller, said she believes her son had a seizure …

Gammer – THE DROP (Fransis Derelle Remix)

You are probably familiar with Gammer’s huge song that made waves a while ago, “THE DROP.” Luckily we were just reminded that hit with Monstercat putting out the second installment a 2-part remix pack. Already we know “THE DROP” is confirmed as an absolute banger. But these producers are further …

Lil Pump Says His Lollapalooza Set Was Shut Down For Going "Too Hard"

Lil Pump‘s set over the weekend was apparently so lit that it got shut down. The rapper says organizers cut him f because the crowd was going too hard, and he thinks it’s wack. It’s difficult to say exactly what triggered the shortened set. The crowd was definitely packed in, …

New Aphex Twin EP Announced After Logos Pop Up Across The World

After art pieces depicting his logo, Aphex Twin is ready to reveal what he’s been teasing. Record label Warp Records has announced a new Aphex Twin EP, and it looks like Adult Swim might preview the EP soon. Warp’s Twitter account announced Aphex Twin’s new EP, titled Collapse. Warp posted …

Illenium Launches Brand New Behind-The-Scenes "Ignite" Series On YouTube

It’s always fascinating when you get the opportunity to see a pressional behind the scenes, and that’s no different for DJs. DJs are among the most-traveled pressionals in the world, sometimes traveling to multiple continents a week at the highest levels like Steve Aoki or Tiësto. However, you don’t even …

Armin Van Buuren Ends 7-Hour Set In Tears & It's Absolutely Worth A Watch [VIDEO]

Armin van Buuren has done it again. The worldwide DJ/producer has been known to go tireless hours without stopping the music — and over this past weekend he went a total 7 hours at Untold Festival in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. His stamina is impressive, but even more so is his vast collection …

Demi Lovato Breaks Silence After Overdose: "I Will Keep Fighting"

Demi Lovato has broken her silence after suffering an on July 24. In an open letter to her fans, family, friends and supporters, she gives her raw and honest thoughts on her struggle with addiction… “I have always been transparent about my journey with addiction. What I’ve learned is that this …

REPORT: Two Women Dead Following Tomorrowland 2018

It’s only been a little more than a week since this year’s Tomorrowland ended, and we’re sure some people are still recovering from the madness. Unfortunately, according to various sources, two women attending the festival died as a result health complications during the festivities. According to the sources, there was …

Senior Citizens Escape Nursing Home To Attend Heavy Metal Music Festival

Plenty songs tell us to keep the rave alive and never stop moving. Well, two senior citizens in Germany took that to heart to attend Wacken Open Air this past weekend, a metal festival in Germany. While it’s not exactly dance music, we definitely respect the zeal the two older …

LyLoh – Riot

LyLoh – Riot It’s always appreciated when an artist brings their unique musical background over to a completely different genre music. And that’s exactly what new kid on the block LyLoh is looking to do. While this may be his first release under this moniker, he’s definitely not new to music …

Anderholm – Timecode

Carving a distinct sound within the contemporary electronic music scene, Anderholm returns with new single “Timecode”. This is just ahead his forthcoming body work Flight The Sparrow EP to be released This Never Happened on August 9th. Having collaborated with Lane 8 as well as produced his own originals f the label, …