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EDM.com Class of 2021 artist AWAY is back with a hair-raising collaboration alongside electronic duo Echos to kickstart a promising new chapter. Since bursting onto the scene in 2017 with the twisted melodic lullaby "Sleepwalker," AWAY has become an enigma within the electronic music community. Though he's been selective and sporadic …

Music is a reflection of the times—a snapshot of the mood of a society and a window into the soul of the enduring human spirit. When enthusiasm is high, anthemic powerhouses tend to arise, urging listeners to have fun, worry less, and party more. And when morale slips, the tones …

Electronic music virtuoso Porter Robinson is no stranger to pretty, aesthetically-pleasing things. From the cover art of his latest album Nurture to the immersive soundscapes of his music, his work is as nuanced and elegant as they come. The latest example of Robinson's creative savvy is the official music video for "do-re-mi-fa-so-la-ti-do," which was …

Dillon Francis' third studio album is officially on the way. Dubbed Happy Machine, the record is shaping up to be a highlight in the career of the electronic music vet, whose artistry seems to grow with each versatile release. "I made 'Happy Machine' throughout quarantine and it was the most fulfilling …

Following their foray into the chill and downtempo worlds of electronic music with the trippy Catching Z's mixtape, Zeds Dead have unveiled four new remixes. While largely devoid of their signature wobbly sound, Catching Z's was a masterclass in versatility. The diverse nature of the record is reflected in its remix package, which features edits …

Seattle-based artist MuhBoi has unveiled There Is No God In Apple Land, a mind-bending, seven-track album that traverses the darkest alleys of experimental electronic music. The trippy record, which was inspired by artists like Onehoetrix Point Never and Clams Casino, was released by good, Soft. Records and produced by way of live instrumentation, sampling, and digital production. …

It's hard to David Guetta and Sia's "Titanium" was released almost a decade ago. In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Guetta's Nothing But The Beat album, he has joined forces with MORTEN, his "future rave" partner-in-crime, to give "Titanium" a 2021 makeover. Despite the passing of time since his …

Electronic music superstars Alesso and Marshmello have brought their magic together, tapping James Bay for their new collab "Chasing Stars." "Chasing Stars" perfectly captures the overall essence of each artist, infusing their sound into a radio-friendly smash. Bay's immaculate vocals lead the way alongside gorgeous piano chords. A catchy guitar riff …

Last month, Pierce Fulton's collaborative side project with Botnek's Gordon Huntley, Leaving Laurel, released the first single from their self-titled debut album. Today, their full body of work—which is dedicated to Fulton's memory—has arrived via iconic dance music imprint Anjunadeep.  Through each of the album's 11 aching tracks, Leaving Laurel expertly convey the chemistry Fulton and …

In celebration of 25 years of Pokémon, the legendary game's developers have teamed up with Capitol Records for Pokémon 25: The Blue EP, which consists of three exclusive remixes produced by the enigmatic ZHU.  Similar to how the Pokémon video game series releases their core games, Pokémon 25: The Blue EP is a direct counterpart to the …

Electronic music superstars Alesso and Marshmello have brought their magic together, tapping James Bay for their new collab "Chasing Stars." "Chasing Stars" perfectly captures the overall essence of each artist, infusing their sound into a radio-friendly smash. Bay's immaculate vocals lead the way alongside gorgeous piano chords. A catchy guitar riff …

Skrillex has finally confirmed the news his fans have been clamoring for: he's all but finished "multiple bodies of work." Speaking to Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1, the dubstep icon waxed poetic about his experiences creating "Don’t Go," a collab with Justin Bieber and Don Toliver. It was his comments about future projects, …

In typical tongue-in-cheek fashion, the always hilarious Dillon Francis has taken to social media to announce that he's officially completed his next album. While we don't know much yet, we do have a hint of what it will be named. "Hint: its two words first word starts with an 'H' …

Ahead of the release of their hotly anticipated collab "Don't Go," Skrillex, Justin Bieber, and Don Toliver have unveiled a preview of the tune. If the clip is any indication, the trio have a bona fide hit on their hands. They've cooked up a woozy R&B banger, a slow-burner rife with the hypnotic yet …

Not many artists are able to transform from barnstorming DJ to vulnerable songstress, but CRAY does it with the grace of seasoned vet. CRAY, a triple threat DJ, music producer, and singer-songwriter, is as versatile as she is unpredictable. Teaming up with London fashion retailer AllSaints, she has unveiled an intoxicating live …

As the legend goes, Bitcoin founder Satoshi Nakamoto vanished from the Internet and was never heard from again in April 2011, now over a decade ago.  However, there's no doubt the world is more eager to hear from him than ever before. Today Bitcoin trades over $45,000, Tesla has the …

Iggy Azalea just gave her music career a send-off with her most experimental album yet. Last week, the "Fancy" rapper released her final album for the foreseeable future, aptly titled The End of an Era.  Despite the culmination of her music career, which yielded multiple chart-topping singles, the Australian hip-hop star …

Grammy-nominated dance music duo Disclosure have surprised fans with a new single, “In My Arms.” The track marks the duo’s first original release of the year since 2020's ENERGY LP and their recent remix of Doja Cat’s “Streets.” It'll appear on a new EP called Never Enough, which they will unveil this week with …

Pioneering British electronic music producer Janet Beat has released her first album at the age of 83. The synthesist and composer began experimenting with music in the 50s after hearing the sound poems of French musician Pierre Henry. However, she faced difficulty advancing her career after being told that women …

Following his recent What You Want EP, Mersiv has released the new single and accompanying music video “Forest Creature” off his forthcoming debut album, Pretty Dark Loud. The record's second single and only official collaboration (with Colorado-based artist Killa Nova), “Forest Creature” explores Mersiv’s dark style and welcomes listeners into a …

Former pro hockey player turned DJ, artist, and producer DRITTO has an innate passion for electronic music. After breaking into the scene in 2016, he has notably released one track per year—with 2020 being an exception. Marking his first release of 2021, "Let Your Body Move" is an invigorating house track sure …

Decorated dance music producer and songwriter Andy Caldwell has unveiled Genesis, a stunning LP that traverses the melodic alleys of underground dance music. Genesis is a seven-track mosaic of haunting house music, rife with the tried-and-true production of a battle-scarred industry pro. It features the vocal talents of Satellite Mode, Esmé Bianco …

"So no one told you life was gonna be this way," thought Flux Pavilion diehards with this year's release of his sophomore album, .wav. Released to critical acclaim, the record firmly planted the multidimensional artist in new, genre-bending territory away from his dubstep roots.  Unsurprisingly, Flux plans to keep fans on …

It's rare to find an artist as consistently cutting-edge as "world bass" producer CloZee. Her ear for textured samples and intricate melodies is second to none, as demonstrated by her transcendent sophomore album, July 2020's Neon Jungle.  Pushing the envelope even more is the French musician's latest EP, Nouvelle Era, released …

Kygo has returned to finish off the summer strong with a new single called "Love Me Now," out now via RCA Records.  "Love Me Now" features an immaculate summertime vibe representative of Kygo's signature sound. Vocal chops, gorgeous tropical piano chords, and subtle percussive elements blend perfectly with Zoe Wees' unmistakable …

Earlier this year, Australian duo NERVO released their collaborative track with Tinie Tempah and Paris Hilton, "Pickle." Today, they're back with a massive remix package for the tune, out now via Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike's Smash The House banner. Pickle (The Remixes) features seven excellent reworks of NERVO's collaborative effort. Among those who offered their …

After months of teasing their highly-anticipated collaboration, SLANDER, Subtronics, and JT Roach have released their tune "Gravity" in a joint release by Gud Vibrations and Cyclops Recordings. Clocking in at over six minutes, "Gravity" expertly speaks to each collaborator's artistry. SLANDER, Subtronics, and Roach are all given their own moments …

It's been over a year since fans of Calvin Harris heard new music from his Love Regenerator alias, but he's now revived it alongside Eli Brown for a track called "We Can Come Together." The guys teamed up back in April 2020 for a collaborative EP called Moving, but have since been quiet …

LA-based DJ and producer J. Worra' three track EP some ppl fall is out now on Sweat It Out’s Club Sweat. In signature J. Worra style, funk and soul pervade the record, which is built for the dancefloor. With support from Gorgon City, Martin Garrix, Walker & Royce, VNSSA, and others, …

DJ Snake is a gift that keeps on giving. Amid a monster year full of chart-topping hits, Vegas residencies, and lavish lifestyle collabs, he simply refuses to take his foot of the gas. Snake's latest venture is a massive joint track with Rick Ross and Rich Brian, which was produced for …

Electronic music producer Perfetto has turned back the clock to the SoundCloud-era boom of trap music for "Aladdin 2.0," an old-school-inspired banger released by way of BrednButter. The track rumbles with exotic synths and brisk percussion before all hell breaks loose in its drops. The first is a signature trap …

Almost six years to the day since their 2015 debut, Ukrainian duo ARTBAT have officially announced the launch of their own record label, UPPERGROUND. Designed as a platform for artists of all renown, they hope the new banner will become a home for cutting-edge, emotive techno and trance music. ARTBAT …

"Is it love or lust?" Karol G questions on her new track with EDM powerhouse producer Tiësto. While the new single, "Don't Be Shy," doesn't seem to find a solution to this age-old dilemma, it does manage to find a tantalizing middle ground between the distinctive flavors of its collaborators. Featuring bouncy bass beats, …

It's safe to say RÜFÜS DU SOL are back. After a quiet three years on the new music front, the renowned trio have returned with yet another musical masterstroke. "Next To Me" adds a new chapter to their career-long straddling of the dualities. Starting off with nothing but haunting piano keys, the tune …

As August continues on, many artists have begun to prepare for the return of fall and, more specifically, Halloween festivities. None more so than CHVRCHES, who recently traded remixes with one of horror's most iconic figures, John Carpenter, the director of legendary films such as Halloween and The Thing. In addition …

It's safe to say RÜFÜS DU SOL are back. After a quiet three years on the new music front, the renowned trio have returned with yet another musical masterstroke. "Next To Me" adds a new chapter to their career-long straddling of the dualities. Starting off with nothing but haunting piano keys, the tune …

Real recognize real in the latest episode of Laidback Luke's radio show. As part of his monthly "Wayback Luke" residency on Tomorrowland's One World Radio, which celebrates the history of dance music, he took the time to memorialize Skrillex with a special segment dedicated to the dubstep pioneer. Luke rhapsodizes about …

Rising Panamanian producer Gian Varela has joined forces with Grammy-nominated producer and DJ Morgan Page to deliver "Lost" via venerated dance music imprint Armada Music.  Warm chords and melancholic guitar licks are layered with the immersive vocals of Fagin, which explore seeking purpose. Set to a brisk house-pop rhythm, "Lost" relates that …

Tiësto has announced his next high-profile collaborator, and it's one of the most streamed artists on the planet. Colombian singer-songwriter and Latin Grammy winner Karol G will appear on the dance music legend's new single "Don't Be Shy," which will hit streaming platforms this Thursday, August 12th. Karol G is a world-renowned crossover artist …

To support the release of their first single in three years, "Alive," RÜFÜS DU SOL recently joined forces with Solomun and Anyma for official remixes. Out now via the group's Rose Avenue banner, the EP kicks off with a nearly nine-minute long remix from Solomun. The melodic house and techno virtuoso recently previewed …

It's somewhat of a golden rule to not mess with a good thing. But what about two? When it comes to music, mashup maestro Calb is a pro at rearranging cult-classic albums into interdisciplinary works of art. His latest project, Thriller Access Memories, is an electrifying synthesis Daft Punk's Random Access …

Just days ago, news dropped that ZHU will soon drop three new tracks celebrating the 25th anniversary of Pokémon. Now, he's already back with another new dose of music. In a partnership with Amazon Music, the enigmatic producer released a 27-track "Summer Session" playlist, featuring some of his favorite summertime hits. …

At only 28 years old, the superstardom of Tinashe has already lived a lifetime. Now, the prolific alt-R&B artist is back with 333, the latest installment in her ever-evolving oeuvre of work.  Released independently on August 6th, 333 is the fifth studio album from Tinashe—and the first to truly highlight her uncanny abilities to …

The release of Athena's debut single "Eternal" alongside Grammy-nominated duo SMLE marks another seminal moment for the connection between dance music and gaming.  One of the foremost streamers of Rocket League and a member of the prominent esports organization Team Envy, Athena described the situation as "unreal" in an exclusive …

Rich DietZ continue to bring their hard-hitting brand of house music to the forefront with voluminous basslines and engaging vocals on their latest single "Sheesh." Since 2019, the red-hot duo have reeled in an audience captivated by their entertaining brand of meme-based humor, but kept them along for the ride …

Known for his fresh take on live electronic music, San Holo recently shared a short cover that both takes his fans to their happy place and pays homage to the dance music stars before him. Across his social media pages, he shared an acoustic cover of Alice Deejay's 1999 classic, "Better …

After teasing a new album back in February, Feed Me has finally unveiled more details about the LP as well as released its first single, teaming up with Tasha Baxter for "Reckless." Arriving by way of Feed Me's Sotto Voce imprint, "Reckless" is a beautifully cinematic tune, embracing a downtempo feel. Baxter's airy vocals float …

Ahead of what promises to be a must-listen debut album, Chicago-based electronic music producer COFRESI has unveiled one of it's surefire standouts. "Daylight," which arrives by way of Westwood Recordings, is a multicultural track featuring fabled reggae artist Matisyahu and Jamaican rapper Kyng Dyce. COFRESI's frenetic, percussion-driven production is bolstered by the signature cadence of …

It's safe to say Swedish House Mafia are back in full force—and arguably stronger than ever. The group recently appeared at BBC Radio 1's "Dance Weekend" celebration, a 70-hour takeover comprising mixes from a bevy of high-profile DJs. None were more momentous, however, than the iconic trio's electrifying 30-minute set. Swedish House …

Following an intense rollout filled with cryptic messages and anticipation, Dutch electronic music star Cesqeaux has unveiled his latest body of work, HUMAN ERROR. The EP was born out of his feeling of becoming a musical robot disconnected from himself, compounded by the digitization of art and proliferation of social media. Cesqeaux is …

Melodic bass star Champagne Drip is looking to keep the ball rolling in 2021 with his brand new Champagne Trip EP, released today by Wakaan. Although Champagne Drip is known for his otherworldly production, Champagne Trip is his heaviest collection of tunes yet. His unique sound is embodied beautifully throughout, though only the first single …

After a slow start to the year, Party Favor is ready to embark on a new phase of his musical journey. Today he's released a statement single called "Save Me," out via Ultra Music.  Though Party Favor has shown immense growth in each of his releases since his breakout single "Bap …

Martin Garrix is back with his latest hit-in-waiting, a massive collaboration with Sasha Alex Sloan and G-Eazy called "Love Runs Out." Longtime Garrix admirers may be dismayed at the absence of progressive house elements here, but fans of the Dutch superstar's electronic-pop sensibilities will be thrilled. "Love Runs Out" is a scintillating hip-pop anthem with enough horsepower in …

Pokémon is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Feel old yet? In celebration of the iconic video game's quarter-century milestone, its developers have teamed up with Capitol Records to release two new EPs dedicated to Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue, releasing the former today. Pokémon 25: The Red EP features three new songs by the …

Electronic music producer MR.BLACK has touched down with "Acid Rave," a menacing house banger released on Hardwell's Revealed Recordings banner. While simple in its structure, "Acid Rave" brings to the table a powerful electro punch. The vocal refrain of "Acid, rave, love, generation" infiltrates the psyche and calls to mind …

During her larger-than-life headlining performance at Lollapalooza 2021, Alison Wonderland provided one of the festival's most electrifying moments when she dropped an unreleased remix of Olivia Rodrigo's viral hit "good 4 u." In a clip shared to Wonderland's socials, fans are able to hear the ferocious rework of the pop-punk crossover smash, which was produced alongside QUIX. …

90's kids: grab some Capri Sun, dump it into your morning coffee, and get ready to time-travel back to 2003, when "Bring Me To Life" was soundtracking cry-ragers from NY to LA. Bass music producer HVDES has tapped into Evanescence's generational rock anthem, flipping the gothic nu-metal tune into a …

It's not every day an electronic music artist sees their name alongside Bruce Springsteen and Eddie Vedder on an album. But Protohype isn't just any artist. The Nashville-born, neck-breaking dubstep vet has been confirmed to appear on The Atlas Underground Fire, the star-studded upcoming album from Tom Morello. Protohype, who …

Miami-based label Sovereign Records was created for the purpose of finding emerging artists and sharing their music with the world.  Establishing themselves as a progressive music entertainment company, Sovereign strives to share new and refreshing tracks from a broad roster of international artists. In doing so, the imprint hopes to provide music …

Canadian DJ and electronic music producer Rolls Rollin has quite literally been on a roll as of late. Having emerged into the scene just last year, he has already delivered 10 dominant tracks. His latest offering "Unholy Invasion" is a high-energy club scorcher that stays true to its name with …

For the last 12 months Deorro has been on a red-hot roll. First came "Cuando," a blood-pumping collaboration with Los Dutis that kicked off a string of singles inspired by the artist's Mexican heritage. Now, the renowned producer is knee-deep in the lead up to his debut Latin album, ORRO. Released …

There are few artists who can do it all, and lucky for Pauline Herr, it comes effortlessly. Her latest pop-electronica endeavor, the six-song Contradictions EP, is entirely self-sung, written, produced and mixed. Released July 30th via Seeking Blue Records, the label home of ILLENIUM's Ashes and Awake projects, Contradictions is a special look behind …

The EDM community is healing, and after over a year in quarantine it seems artists have more unreleased music to play out than ever. That brings us to last weekend, when more DJs appeared at HARD Summer than a free flight to Ibiza. Among them were Dillon Francis and Eptic, who seized …

New music from The Weeknd is imminently arriving and after hearing a teaser of his next release, speculation is abound it might just be a collaboration with Swedish House Mafia. Fans know that Swedish House Mafia are arguably the most cryptic musicians in the business, but this time the teaser that …

The end of summer is fast approaching, but budding house music producer Kyle Kinch wants you to forget that with "Rumpshaker," a tech house bomb that belongs by the poolside. One listen through the booty-shaking anthem is all it takes to see why Kinch's music has been heavily supported by …

LSDREAM is charting the course for his his third full-length album, aptly titled PEACE LOVE & WUBZ. The dubstep and experimental bass music star recently announced the new LP, but stopped short of sharing a release date. However, he did unveil the album's titular track, a mind-bending banger blending elements of trap …

In music, there have always been two types of producers: those who play the game, and those who shape it. These latter tastemakers are above the cut when it comes to their sonic instincts, particularly when it comes to partnering up with their peers. Nowadays, TOKiMONSTA is leading the pack, …

The summer heat has already been off the charts, and with the release of FISHER's first song of the year, it looks like club HVAC systems are about to go into overdrive. Released July 30th via his own Catch & Release imprint, "Just Feels Tight" has arrived just in time …

Just over two weeks ago ILLENIUM shook the dance music world with the release of his highly anticipated fourth album, Fallen Embers. While that in and of itself was a lot for his fans to process, they've now been gifted a high-profile remix from NGHTMRE, who took on ILLENIUM's collaboration with …

After weeks of teasing his debut album, including the release of singles "HOLD ON ME" and "SENSITIVE," Tisoki has finally unveiled 01953 via Monstercat.  In his latest endeavor, Tisoki has taken a more introspective approach that was inspired by his time in quarantine. Instead of writing earth-shattering, festival-ready tunes, he's created …

If you thought Sam Feldt planned on slowing down this year, you thought wrong. The Dutch producer is back again alongside Lateshift for "The Riddle," out on the former's Heartfeldt Records.  After meeting Lateshift at a writing camp in 2019, Feldt kept in touch with the duo. Their immediate connection …

Returning with their third track of the year, Black Tiger Sex Machine have joined forces with Italian-Jamaican reggae artist Alborosie for a massive single called "Leaders."  The new tune instills a sense of longing for change, and a paradigm shift in society. As we begin to pick up the pieces from the aftermath of the …

Disciple Records is no stranger to mega-collaborations, and the latest release on the storied dubstep label is no exception. Virtual Riot, Modestep, and Sum 41's Frank Zummo have joined forces for a new track called "This Could Be Us." The execution on "This Could Be Us" is perfect, as all …

With a huge performance comes huge surprises. During his momentous Red Rocks show earlier this week, melodic bass superstar Seven Lions showcased a massive, brand new collaboration with Lights. Thankfully, a fan was able to capture the surreal moment in a clip later shared by a fan account dedicated to …

Earlier in the week, we shared the news of a new ASCAP recording that listed Skrillex on a track with Future, JAY-Z, Beyoncé, and DJ Khaled. Now, another unreleased collab has been revealed, and this time it's with a dance act. At last weekend's Chandler, Arizona stop on their "Euphoria" tour, Louis The …

Blossoming Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Jhay Cortez has teamed up with Skrillex for a new single called "En Mi Cuarto," which arrived today alongside an official music video starring Mia Khalifa. Khalifa, perhaps best known for her work in the porn industry, glides on a motorcycle down a desolate highway, doing …

The path to Adventure Club's sophomore album is clearer than ever after the duo dropped one of its singles, a must-listen melodic dubstep track called "Safe With Me." Produced alongside Soar, "Safe With Me" is nothing short of breathtaking. Luma provides a gripping topline, brilliantly singing about finding solace in the arms of another while the …

Returning with yet another sensational single, GT_Ofice has teamed up with the award-winning artist Jantine for their new tune "Pieces," out now on Caine Records. Known for delivering electro-pop productions, GT_Ofice's sixth offering of the year follows suit. "Pieces" kicks off with an inviting house beat, pulling listeners in with entrancing murmurs throughout …

Galantis and Don Diablo have joined forces for their first-ever collab, a scintillating electronic jam called "Tears For Later." Released by way of Diablo's HEXAGON imprint, the track is a bit of a departure for both Galantis and Diablo in terms of its composition. The downtempo arrangement harkens back to the latter's summer 2016 hit …

It's been almost eight years since Baauer and RL Grime joined forces for 2013's "Infinite Daps," a song that has stood the test of time as a trap classic. They're now back with a new single called "Fallaway," which arrives under the cloak of their new audiovisual project HÆRNY. "Fallaway" is …

Many musicians channel pain and anguish through music, taking life's various traumas and negative experiences and turning them into sonic works of art. Though it's unclear if one of those negative experiences—getting fired from a day job—has led to a vast amount of musical inspiration for most, it has for …

The latest sun-kissed future pop track from ALWZ SNNY has arrived after the rising producer unveiled "I Don't Wanna Know," alongside a heartfelt music video. Known for his prowess in the future bass and indie-pop alleys of electronic music, ALWZ SNNY manages to produce a song that is somehow both optimistic …

Fresh off two 2021 singles on Liquid Stranger's SSKWAN imprint, Portland-based producer Redrum has returned with the enchanting Pisces Moon EP, which moonlights as an ode to her late father.  "When I finished writing this EP, it was right around the time of a New Moon in Pisces. New Moons represent …

It's no secret that Halsey's music is among the most popular for dance music producers to rework. But out of all the skeletons in the vast graveyard of remix attempts over the years, very few have proved ageless. That brings us to yesterday, when renowned electronic music producer KDrew brought …

The debut album from electronic music virtuoso Wave Racer has been a long time coming. Considered one of the most groundbreaking future bass producers in the scene, the Australian beatsmith broke through in the mid-2010s with a bubbly, quirky sound all his own. He quickly garnered support from some of the industry's …

Brooklyn-based producer Min the Universe is known for his unique blend of progressive house, pop, techno, and beyond to transcend listeners into what he refers to as a "new parallel universe uniquely their own." With his new track "Cassini," Min layered entrancing harmonies atop a hypnotic progressive house beat that guides …

SOFI TUKKER’s single “Drinkee” took the world by storm back in 2016. With its Portuguese lyrics and tropical feel, the song was featured on an Apple Watch advertisement and nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording, emerging as one of the most popular songs in the duo's discography. Now, “Drinkee” …

South African-Swiss DJ Nora En Pure has teamed up London singer-songwriter Liz Cass for an enchanting melodic house tune called “Won’t Leave Your Side.” Released by way of her longtime label Enormous Tunes, the song contains all of the elements of En Pure’s signature dreamy, melodic style. Introspective piano keys, soft …

The initial debut in Japan for End of the World set them on center stage to start spewing off their talents. Later on, the band became a world-renowned name as they grew their fanbase and talents. Their band’s new Album Chameleon, the deluxe version, is the perfect rendition of their …