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Blanke's unstoppable rise to has been a pleasure to watch unfold. His long list of releases this year includes collaborations with the likes of Jason Ross, Dia Frampton, Seven Lions, Trivecta, and RBBTS. Today he reunites with Luma for their new single "Survive." At this point in his career, the …

Italian DJ and producer JORA has dropped the curtain on his latest single, an anthemic dance tune called "One Last Time." "One Last Time" is a vocal-driven house banger that belongs on the mainstage. Spellbinding chord progressions combine with eerie pads for a festival-ready arrangement, which rumbles with the dark …

Last week, Colorado's rising dubstep star Mersiv released yet another thunderous EP, What You Want. As his final pre-album release of 2021, the record contains three roaring tracks in collaboration with Oakland duo Smoakland, offering a perfect blend of dubstep with Mersiv’s “pretty-dark-loud” style of bass music. The release highlights the influence …

Known for his vibrant, versatile, and forward-thinking sound, Rome In Silver is without a doubt one of the most exciting emerging names in dance music. Having truly found his distinct sonic identity over the past couple of years, the SoCal producer came to San Holo’s bitbird and Canadian tastemaker Monstercat …

Detroit-based queer rapper, producer, and DJ Wreckno has already made a name for himself with a slew of singles, like his mammoth GRiZ collaboration "Medusa," which served as the anthem for Pride Month 2020.   One year later, Wreckno's debut EP has arrived in celebration of Pride Month 2021, and even further solidifies …

Dubstep icons AFK and Doctor P have teamed up for a banging new collaboration that's sure to live up to its name. "Destroyed" was released today via FuntCase's DPMO imprint, and it's destined to leave dance floors in shambles in the revitalized festival circuit. The new single opens with a …

Skrillex, Starrah and Four Tet have unveiled the official music video for their collaborative hit "Butterflies." The eerie video follows a group of friends as they gyrate through glittering city streets, tailed by ghostly figures. It's a stark contrast to the video for "Too Bizarre" (with Swae Lee and Siiickbrain), …

Last night Subtronics headlined the first full-capacity show at Colorado's Red Rocks Amphitheatre since the onset of the pandemic—and he did not pull any punches. The dubstep superstar, who said headlining the venue was his "number one life goal since the age of 5," threw down a set for the ages as he …

Known for their glitchy dubstep sound, beloved bass music pair Pixel Terror are hanging up the wobbles for a moment, reworking Snap!'s iconic 1992 single "Rhythm Is a Dancer" into a riveting house track. Pixel Terror have stayed true to the classic tune for their official remix, building around the timeless vocal performance …

Renowned UK dance music duo Gorgon City have unveiled yet another track from their upcoming album. Out now via Astralwerks, "Dreams" came true for many eager fans who have been anticipating the release of this ID since it was first teased last spring during Defected Virtual Festival 4.0. Singles from the album have …

Michael Roman has recently begun his career in electronic music production, having released his first official song just last year. Nevertheless, Roman has attracted a loyal following in a short amount of time due to his high-energy productions. For his latest release, titled "Pushing Me Back," Roman and his team …

DJ Snake has teamed up with Spotify to breathe new life into "Enjoy Enjaami," the global Tamil-language hit by Sri Lankan singer-songwriter Dhee. The single's release marks the launch of the streaming giant's "Spotify Singles" program in India. The original track, which features Indian rapper Arivu and production by Santhosh Narayanan, combines …

Montreal-based music producer and instrumentalist Dabin seems to be taking the world of EDM by storm. After releasing a slew of massive collaborations as well as two wildly successful full-length albums, 2019's Wild Youth and 2017's Two Hearts, the prodigious musician simply doesn't know how to slow down. Dabin has …

The Grammy-winning Australian NERVO sisters have made their debut on Mark Knight’s venerated Toolroom Records imprint with their new single “Basement.” Serving uplifting and energetic piano house sounds, this track comes just in time for summer. The song tells a playful story about having a rendezvous in a basement. “We’re going down …

Kaskade has joined forces with electronic pop artist and model Tishmal for their new single “The New James Dean.” Out on his own Arkade imprint, the track serves as the second single off Kaskade's upcoming Redux 005 EP. For those unfamiliar with the DJ’s illustrious Redux brand, it’s all about …

How do you tell a new season has begun? Equinoxes and solstices? Leaves turning red, snow falling, flowers blooming, or the sun scorching? Well, if you’re a fan of Lane 8, there’s no better sign than the arrival of his seasonal mixtapes, a staple since 2013. The Colorado-based producer just …

For the past year, Pendulum have been slowly releasing the singles that make up their Elemental EP. Now, the final piece has been added to the Elemental puzzle.  The fourth and final song included on the new EP is none other than their long-awaited collaboration with Hybrid Minds, "Louder Than …

Now in the thick of a new sonic era, Louis The Child has teamed up with Goth Babe for an infectiously sunny single that blends surf rock, garage rock and electronica. Out June 18th, "Encinitas" sees the duo drift from the pop-infused themes of their debut album, Here For Now, and …

Combining his love for rock music with the sounds of house, Saint Punk has been delighting fans with his blend of grunge house. A little over a month ago, he dropped an intense single "Closer Tonight" with a dramatic, cinematic companion. Now, he's switched gears and lightened things up with the …

Two years since his debut album and a year in quarantine, electro-hop producer Motifv is set to release his sophomore album, Dilated Mind. Premiering exclusively today on EDM.com, Dilated Mind marks Motifv's most involved artistic endeavor to-date, having produced, mixed, and mastered every track to portray a conceptual theme throughout the album. "I …

Budding bass artist Comisar has been developing his own unique production style over the years. Today, he has returned with his latest new wave offering, a six-track EP called Becoming. Heavily influenced by nature sounds, Comisar is casting a new wave of bass music alongside fellow tastemakers CloZee and Rome in Silver, among …

After surprising fans with the announcement of a massive collaborative EP and fiery lead single earlier this month, The Bloody Beetroots and Tom Morello have unveiled The Catastrophists. The duo blew the doors off with their lead single "Radium Girls," which set speakers ablaze with frenetic guitar riffs and hard-hitting electro synths. With that …

Iconic electronic music group Rudimental have announced a new two-side album called Ground Control, which will span a staggering 16 tracks. The band also dropped the record's lead single "Straight From The Heart," a sun-kissed dance bop featuring Nørskov that references Doolally’s 1998 classic of the same name. "We grew up raving …

Excision and Dion Timmer have unveiled their latest collaborative masterstroke, a soaring new single called "Salvation" with Alexis Donn. Longtime friends and collaborators, the two bass music superstars eschewed their penchant for heavy-hitting dubstep this time around, instead opting for an intoxicating melodic bass arrangement. Pitched vocal chops quiver through the …

Most artists would agree that it's difficult to remix their own music into something better—but Martin Garrix isn't most artists. After releasing "We Are The People" alongside legendary U2 members Bono and The Edge one month ago, Garrix has now breathed new life into his official UEFA EURO 2020 song with a …

In April, Martin Garrix and Maejor announced that they would be dropping a full album under their collaborative AREA21 alias. Since announcing the LP, we've received a taste of what's to come with "La La La" and "POGO." Today they've dropped the latest single from their forthcoming project, "Mona Lisa." In a …

Two years ago, the yoga and meditation community was gifted with an ambient collection of introspective soundscapes by none other than legendary trance purveyors Above & Beyond.  Titled Flow State, the ambient album stripped the U.K. trio from their usual trance leads and soaring progressive beats, opting instead to submerge …

Legendary electronic music group The Prodigy changed the genre forever in 1997 with perhaps their most widely celebrated album, The Fat Of The Land. Now, 24 years later, The Prodigy have updated the the record's leadoff single "Breathe" with a brand new edit.  Enlisting the help of legendary Wu-Tang Clan member RZA—whose …

In 2016, Kah-Lo released her debut single “Rinse & Repeat” in collaboration with British dance music producer Riton. The global anthem opened doors—in the form of millions of streams and a Grammy nomination—for the New York-based singer-songwriter, who at the time was just getting started in the music industry. Since …

The festival or club night is over, but no one wants to go to bed quite yet. That moment can thwart any night, but fear not: Dom Dolla has created the ultimate after-hours playlist exclusively for EDM.com.  The exclusive playlist arrives not long after he unveiled his hotly anticipated single "Pump …

Rising rapper, DJ, and electronic music producer Wreckno has arrived with a new music video for his recent single "Honey Drip," and it's the perfect hype single for the summer of 2021.  Wreckno's unapologetic artistry oozes with the flow and conviction reminiscent of the glam rappers of the early to mid-2000s. Where he sets himself …

Kenzi Sway feels a type of way about love and she's not afraid to break some speakers to get her point across.  "FXXK LOVE" is a rowdy declaration. While the production and title are grandiose and confident in nature, the vocals paint a different picture. It's there that the listener can …

Kennedy One has unveiled his latest single "Drive," a riveting progressive house single. Prior to the track's release, Kennedy One noted that "Drive" was written "to capture that electrifying feeling when you're on the open road late at night." It does just that, using mesmeric synths and delayed snares in …

As the music industry continues its swing back around to pre-pandemic normalcy, Dirtybird is at the heart of its anticipated return. Following last month's sold-out Dirtybird CampINN in Orlando, and alongside news of a sold-out pre-sale for Dirtybird Campout, label founder Claude Vonstroke has returned with a surprise EP, Oh, with Justin …

Following the release of their crossover hit "Taste of You," REZZ and Dove Cameron have unveiled a spellbinding music video. Directed by Felicity Heath, the video features a vampiric Cameron, who sinks her teeth in with a sultry, blood-dripping saunter through neon smoke. Cameron, who likened the beguiling audiovisual project to …

Since first stepping foot into the world of dance music in the early 90s, renowned producer and entrepreneur Destructo has done it all. From DJing at the world's largest music festivals to helming the fabled All My Friends brand to founding the fabled HARD series, Destructo changes the game with each venture. His latest musical release …

As the UEFA EURO 2020 soccer tournament finally commences after postponement due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the tourney's official anthem has also been released. It came courtesy of EDM superstar Martin Garrix, who teamed up with Bono and The Edge of U2 for a massive collaboration that won't soon be forgotten.  "We …

House music producer LP Giobbi and singer-songwriter Kaleena Zanders have teamed up for a joyous single called "Carry Us.” After several months of adjustments to properly deliver their message, the track is finally out on Thrive Music. This track took several iterations to get to where it is today because we …

Los Angeles DJ and dance music producer SNBRN has teamed up with budding Brighton-based band Kudu Blue for a new single called "Echoes." Out on Ultra Music, the introspective song mirrors SNBRN’s experience with depression. "before jumping on this record i didn’t work on music for at least 8 months. i …

For the past few months the legendary electronic trio Nero have been delighting fans with a number of remixes on Audius. They've now hit the airwaves with Insomniac's Pasquale Rotella for a recent episode of Night Owl Radio. They laid down a 30-minute guest mix featuring many of these new releases alongside tracks from …

With her previous release of the immaculate "Nervous Habits" still riding on a wave of success, GG Magree has returned to Steve Aoki's Dim Mak Records with another explosive single called "Loving You Kills Me."  The new single pulls influence from multiple genres, melding rock and trap to create another …

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon has embraced electronic music in full force over the past three years, releasing numerous singles and amassing millions of plays in that time. Today he returns alongside OneRepublic frontman Ryan Tedder for their new collaboration "Learn To Love Me." Solomon has quickly developed a strong production …

After previewing their collaboration during the United Nations Virtual Launch Gala, Don Diablo and Ty Dolla $ign shared a snippet "Too Much To Ask" via Twitter. Today their track has arrived by way of the former's HEXAGON imprint.  Although the collaboration may be an unlikely pairing, "Too Much To Ask" is all …

In January, Deorro began releasing singles for his forthcoming Latin crossover album ORRO.  He kicked things off with "Me Siento Bien" alongside Kura and Alex Rose, followed by "Si Tú No Estás Aquí" with LÚA and "Ponte Pa' Mi" with Jon Z. Today he returns with Grammy winners Elvis Crespo and IAmChino for "Napoleona."  As the second collaboration …

GRiZ has had an impressive year so far, releasing a series of stellar singles including "Vibe Check," "Ease Your Mind" with Ganja White Night, "Bring Me Back" with Elohim, and "Astro Funk." Today the electro-funk star has returned with yet another new track, "Tie-Dye Sky." Earlier this year GRiZ announced a forthcoming …

Unidisc Records is one of Canada's largest independent record labels. Having been in the industry since 1977, they've established an extensive collection of music over the years while continuously learning how to evolve.  Earlier this year Unidisc launched a "Reimagining Campaign," enlisting a number of dance music luminaries to modernize the …

The song of the summer is poised to continue its domination after Calvin Harris and Tom Grennan dropped the official music video for "By Your Side." "By Your Side" arrived just one week ago and immediately became entrenched as the song of summer 2021. Directed by Emil Nava, the kaleidoscopic music video is akin …

After months of teasing, Marshmello has finally released Shockwave, a 12-track masterstroke channeling the producer's long-lost electronic roots. The record kicks off with the spellbinding "Fairytale," a brooding beat that eventually culminates in a thick melodic trap drop with booming hip-hop 808s. The tongue-in-cheek "Supernovacane" follows, in which the polarizing producer tips his helmet …

Blossoming dance music duo SM1LO have teamed up with FARRUGGIO for "Blow My Horn," a high-flying house tune fit for the mainstage. A singalong banger brimming with big room house energy, the track begins with catchy ad-libs that layer atop an earworm of a melody, inviting listeners to hum along. …

Reunited and it feels so good. Skrillex and Poo Bear, who famously linked up in summer 2017 for their collaborative hit "Would You Ever," have reunited for a stunning new song called "The Day You Left." The single finds Poo Bear leading the charge with Skrillex on the production. "The Day …

Consistently building a name for itself in the world of house music over the years, event promoter and newly formed record imprint Space Yacht has recently begun to branch beyond that genre and into the world of bass music. Today, Space Yacht released its first bass compilation, and it's a rowdy one. …

Since the February release of his seminal progressive house single "Glow" to kick things off for the Monstercat Silk imprint, fans have been patiently awaiting the release of the talented Shingo Nakamura's eponymous album. Glow has now been released in full, and it's jam-packed with even more breathtaking music from the …

The brotherly love is strong with the VRDGO duo, two electronic music producers and brothers making waves in the scene with their blistering sound. Their latest, the aptly-titled banger "Light It Up," is out now and ready to dominate dancefloors. The roaring new track arrived by way of the Ignition …

Sander van Doorn and Armin van Buuren, two illustrious electronic music vets, have joined forces for their first-ever original collaboration. Premiered exclusively today by EDM.com, "Jonson's Play" is a juggernaut of a trance track that rumbles with the explosive sound design of the Dutch dance titans. It features layers of gritty bass, which …

Fans of Skrillex are geeking out after the dubstep legend leaked a new song in the popular r/skrillex subreddit. Fans can now listen to "Supersonic (My Existence)" before it officially appears on streaming platforms. Prior to its unveiling, the track—a collab with josh pan, Dylan Brady of 100 gecs, and fabled electronic group …

After the release of Marshmello's latest single, it's safe to say his return to EDM is official. Mello, whose affinity for pop and hip-hop in recent years has been a topic of consternation among his fanbase, has teamed up with Subtronics for a dubstep smash called "House Party." The track arrives one day …

After Brooklyn-based dance music veteran DANK previously mentioned that he's "sitting on a wealth of new music," that statement is proving to be true. Following the release of his rave-ready remix of Jason Cluff's "Here For Music" just weeks ago, the techno titan has returned with an original track alongside Frankie …

Slushii has long been revered for his versatility in the studio, widely considered a sound design chameleon with his genre-defying approach to bass music production. This time around, however, he's gone in a completely unpredictable—and awesome—direction.  Slushii has quietly uploaded two new songs to SoundCloud under a new alias called Dinner …

Reunited and it feels so good. Skrillex and Poo Bear, who famously linked up in summer 2017 for their collaborative hit "Would You Ever," have reunited for a new song called "The Day You Left." It'll be a Poo Bear single with Skrillex on the production. Poo Bear took to social …

Sonickraft have returned with their latest tune, the anthemic "Reached Out." Joining the Marylebone Records family, the rising Welsh duo have delivered a summertime house jam as clubs continue to return, offering a warm and bubbly track for your playlists. The melodic track arrives just in time for summer. It …

It's shaping up to be another meteoric month for Marshmello after the masked producer dropped his second high-profile collaborative track in less than a week.  Following up on "Hitta" alongside Eptic and Juicy J, Mello has now joined forces with Nitti Gritti and Megan Thee Stallion for a club-ready collaboration called "Bad …

Veteran Moldovan-American DJ and record producer Max Vangeli is back with his third track of 2021, "Half A World Away" a collaboration with emerging Australian producer Ampium. Out now on Vangeli's NoFace Records, the melancholic track tells the story of a love that is fading from the viewpoint of a heartbroken young man. The emotive storyline …

Finishing songs can be a struggle for any producer, even those at the top of their game. That's no different for iconic DJ and producer Eric Prydz. In between rigorous tours, relentless production schedules, running a record label, and operating a radio show, it surely makes sense that a Prydz track …

Known for her characteristically groovy blend of house and techno, Korean electronic superstar Peggy Gou has at last returned from a two-year hiatus from solo releases. Released June 7th via her Berlin-based imprint Gudu Records, "Nabi" is a collaboration with OHHYUK that comes after 2019's Moment EP, which included the smash single …

Seven Lions has finally unveiled "Wild And Broken," a massive collaboration with Trivecta, Blanke, and RBBTS called "Wild And Broken."   Artwork for Seven Lions, Trivecta, Blanke, and RBBTS' "Wild And Broken." "Wild And Broken" is the first collaboration with Seven Lions, Trivecta, and Blanke all on the same track. "Wild And Broken" perfectly combines the …

It was a big week for Grammy-nominated artist and labelhead TOKiMONSTA, who on Friday announced a fall run of North American shows with Rochelle Jordan and Biicla.  With tickets on sale Tuesday, June 8th, the tour will reach San Francisco, New York City, Los Angeles and other major cities before …

Following the April release of "Realest," rising Vancouver-based house producer Nostalgix is already back for more with her new EP, Black Mirror. Released June 6th via Zeds Dead's venerated Deadbeats banner, the record features two new tracks. Black Mirror pulls its underground edge from booming combinations of rave sirens, rapid percussion lines and pulsing basslines. Its titular …

Alesso is set to reinvigorate the dancefloor with his latest two track offering, Progresso Vol. 2, which picks back up right where he left the series with its 2019 debut.  With this series, Alesso is temporarily setting aside the anthemic, singalong-style vocals of "Midnight" with Liam Payne and, more recently, …

It's been a bit of a windy road to San Holo's long-awaited sophomore album, but it's finally here—and it delivers. Spanning 20 tracks, the expansive album is a tour de force of San Holo's career and finds him exploring a markedly more indie style. The Chet Porter-assisted "you've changed, i've changed" …

Marking his first release of 2021, Calvin Harris has unveiled his hotly anticipated summertime anthem "By Your Side." The breezy "By Your Side" reminds listeners of simpler times, turning back the clock to the barnstorming electronic-pop sound that helped Harris break through in the 2010s. Teaming up with buzzing British singer-songwriter Tom Grennan, this earworm …

Two iconic artists in the worlds of electronic and rock music—The Bloody Beetroots and Tom Morello, respectively—have joined forces for what promises to be a massive collaborative EP. Morello, guitarist of the fabled rock group Rage Against the Machine, has long championed EDM. He has released music alongside many major …

Marshmello, Eptic, and Juicy J have joined forces for a monster collaboration called "Hitta." While "Hitta" doesn't quite represent a return to form for Marshmello, whose saccharine, fan-favorite future bass beats have taken a backseat to dance-pop and mainstream hip-hop, it's an unmistakable return to his EDM roots. The track finds Marshemello …

Since the early 2010s, Vindata have been refining a wholly singular sound. Their breakout single "All I Really Need" with Kenzie May helped catapult them into the spotlight, eventually attracting the attention of Skrillex and his OWSLA imprint. Following a period of reflection during their 2020 hiatus, they've now returned …

Since early last year, David Guetta and MORTEN have been presenting their freshly minted "future rave" sound to the masses. They recently collided on "Save My Life" with Lovespeake, followed by "Dreams" with Lanie Gardner. Today they return once again for "Impossible" with John Martin. The unmistakable fusion of distinct …

Though 2021 marked the end of Daft Punk's illustrious career, the legendary duo remain a prevalently influential force in the contemporary music scene. Journalist Ben Cardew looks to explore their seminal album Discovery in his upcoming book, Daft Punk's Discovery: The Future Unfurled.  Cardew has provided a preview of what information …

Fresh off a high-profile DJ set in virtual reality at the first-ever digital edition of the storied Winter Music Conference, rising dance music duo Rich DietZ are back with their latest remix.  Breathing new life into a classic, Rich DietZ have flipped Fatboy Slim and Riva Starr's Eat, Sleep, Rave, Repeat" on its …

Ahead of World Oceans Day, renowned dance music producer Nora En Pure has premiered a breezy new single to raise awareness and urgency for the conservation of the planet's oceans. The deep house virtuoso has always been known for incorporating organic elements into her hypnotic productions. Her distinct, serene sound has long …

Fresh off of his mammoth collaboration "Freak Show" with MC Dino and Wraith, AIRGLO has made a quick return with another joint track on Play Me Records. This time around he's teamed up with Muti Music and Street Ritual's dela Moon for a single that will take listeners on a …