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This past October, The Funk Hunters and Stickybuds teamed up for their first-ever collaboration, "Empire." The release was a huge success, amassing nearly 260,000 plays on Spotify in just a few months. Out today on Westwood Recordings, the once-grimy bass track has received a special treatment from the doctor. Widely known …

Excision's Subsidia Records is on a roll, delivering back to back compilations that have blown us away. The team has returned and is ready to do it all over again with their next offering, Night Vol. 3. For the uninitiated, Subsidia has broken down their compilations into three series. There is the melodically-focused Dawn, …

"Biggest announcement in San Holo history… February 3rd," the future bass producer mysteriously wrote on his social media channels last week. Well, it's February 3rd, and we can indeed confirm that this news is gigantic: his sophomore album, BB U OK?, is officially due May 21st, 2021 via his imprint, bitbird. The LP …

Nigerian producer IceBeatChillz made his 2020 debut with the single "AREA" featuring Jamaican dancehall legend Beenie Man. It released to rave reviews and is now getting a 2021 rework from Billy Da Kid. For the new remix, he takes the production and gives it a thumping bassline that makes it nearly …

REZZ and PVRIS sent fans into a tizzy when word broke that they were releasing a collaboration together. The production of a space mom track combined with the vocals of Lynn Gunn is sure to be out of this world. "SACRIFICIAL" is set to be released this Friday, February 5th. …

We have a major collaboration coming our way, and it's from none other than Martin Garrix and Tove Lo. The two prolific artists recently announced the upcoming single titled, "Pressure," across their social media pages and fans are already buzzing.  Tove Lo has been a major collaborator for many EDM …

This past year has been a time of introspectiveness for many, including the Australian songwriter and producer Seekay. He's channeled this inner exploration into his work, unveiling the beautiful six-track EP, Reflections. This offering sees him reach his highest creative form with the help of Chloe, the featured vocalist across the …

Three months after the release of his "Among the Accursed" single on Subciety Presents, drum & bass producer, Saltee, has arrived with his first track of the year. Landing on Liquid Brilliants, Saltee hits a home run with two distinctive songs that showcase the malleability of the genre, "Unkindled" and "Sif." …

Watch Out For Snakes is back with another time-traveling soundscape. In his first release since his 2019 album, Scars, the Atlanta producer embodies the spirit of 80s video games on the chipwave single, "Fight Those Invisible Ninjas." For those unfamiliar with the term, chipwave is a fusion of two retro electronic subgenres: chiptune …

Steve Aoki just released one of his biggest collaborations to date. Released today, the latest from the Dim Mak founder sees him join forces with Willy William, Sean Paul, El Alfa, Sfera Ebbasta, and Play-N-Skillz for a new Latin single, "MAMBO." This marks the first release from Aoki himself on his …

Over the past few years, the Dutch producer SWACQ has been on a roll. After spending years in his studio perfecting his sound, he dove headfirst into the scene. He collaborated with Tiësto for multiple tracks on Clublife Vol. 5 and their song “Party Time” amassed 27 million streams on Spotify …

In honor of the 1000th episode of A State of Trance, Armin van Buuren has released a new mix highlighting some of his favorite selections from his two-decade-old radio show. Spanning both decades and beyond, the two-hour mix features over 100 songs from himself and others in the trance music world. …

In August 2020, Aluna dropped her debut solo album Renaissance via Mad Decent, teaming up with Kaytranada, Princess Nokia, Jada Kingdom, SG Lewis, Rema, and more. The renowned singer-songwriter has now dropped a remix bundle for Renaissance, which features a number of BIPOC and female producers. Kicking off the package is UNIIQU3’s jersey …

There has been many a song written about the great Golden State. Its allure has been captured on such classics as "Hotel California" and  "California Love," and now "Cali Dreams" by Vintage Culture and Fancy Inc. The Brazilian powerhouses—longtime collaborators—have joined forces to express their admiration through this new feel-good dance …

The Glitch Mob's edIT is ending a drought of over ten years after announcing his solo comeback album, Come To Grips, will arrive in less than a month. We last received a full album from edIT back in 2007, when The Glitch Mob was beginning to hit its stride. However, in these …

Rich DietZ have been unstoppable as of late. On Christmas Day, the duo dropped their alluring tech house torcher "Only Fans Song." Just a few weeks later, they brought us a menacing house flip of Getter's "Head Splitter." Today, the duo has returned with their latest dance floor anthem, "Club Juice."  …

Russian trance and progressive house vet ARTY has been hard at work over the past year releasing new tracks, like his Billboard Dance chart-topping collaboration "Craving" with Audien and Ellee Duke and 2020's From Russia With Love album. Now the 31-year-old producer is kicking off the new year with his first release of 2021, …

Brazilian superstar Alok has unveiled his third single of the new year alongside multi-faceted UK sibling duo Everyone You Know. "Kids on Whizz" is actually a rework of the duo's recent single "Charlie" and includes a sample from The Streets' "Weak Become Heroes." The result is a perfect patchwork of …

This collaboration has been a long time in the making, but luckily for bass music fans, the wait is finally over. Black Tiger Sex Machine and Kayzo have officially unveiled their powerful new single "Lifeline." After previewing the instrumental for fans last year with rave reviews, they took the track to the …

Earlier today, BRONSON released the second EP of remixes for their self-titled debut album. Titled Remixes Nº2, the collection continues to unearth new renditions of the originals, and features reworks produced by Hayden James, HAAi, Prospa, Patrick Topping and obli.  BRONSON, comprised of ODESZA and Golden Features, allows these artists to add their …

After the monster release of their four-track REALM EP back in December, UK duo Gorgon City has returned in 2021 with a new single called "You've Done Enough" with DRAMA. Out January 29th via Universal Music, the song further explores the soulful sound of the artists' first collaboration, last year's "Nobody."   Following the lead …

Sam Feldt is kicking off 2021 with a bang. Not only did the Dutch producer impress with huge singles like "Far Away From Home" with Leony and "2 Hearts" with Sigma and Gia Koka, but he also hopped on the "New Mindset, Who Dis?" podcast to dish out a music-guided meditation. This time around, …

Deorro kicked off 2021 with a bang, announcing new music and collaborations were on the way. The famed producer is now here to deliver on that promise with his first single of the year, a Spanish-language track with Portuguese electro house artist Kura and Puerto Rican R&B star Alex Rose titled "Me Siento Bien." Along …

benny blanco, Marshmello, and Vance Joy have joined forces for a super-collab called "You." The trio also shared a heartwarming video for the track, which was jointly released by Interscope and Mello's Joytime Collective banner. The folksy twang of Vance Joy meets the euphoric, horn-laden production of Marshmello in this poignant crossover …

Global trap luminary TroyBoi has released his highly anticipated V!BEZ Vol. 4 EP today on his very own label, T Dot. Created mostly in his London-based studio, these unique tracks express TroyBoi's musical journey and growth over the past eight months of what was an unprecedented year. Fans got their first glimpse of the record earlier this …

In modern bass music, listeners and tastemakers consistently find themselves chasing the next big track to blow audiences away. EDM.com's The Heat Check is a series that highlights the hottest tracks and brightest artists to emerge from the bass, dubstep and freeform scenes. "TALKIN BOUT" – MERSIV For his first drop of 2021, …

In 2018, Laxcity's career hit a major turning point. After a handful of well-received EPs, the Zambian producer released his remarkable debut album Catharsis. Since its release, his skills have remained a hot commodity. His Midas touch has been bestowed upon numerous tracks in the form of must-listen remixes, from Alina …

This past November, Alison Wonderland and Valentino Khan teamed up for a deep house and electronic pop anthem called "Anything." The harmonious pairing of these two titans captured the hearts of the dance community, earning the single a placement on the Triple J Hot 200. Although the release date of Malaa's …

Excision's Subsidia imprint is quickly becoming well-known as a space where rising dubstep artists can release new music alongside veterans of the scene. Sullivan King is one of those vets and he has just put forth his explosive new EP, To The Grave. Seven hard-hitting tracks are featured, including last year's singles …

Silk City, the mammoth collaborative alias of Diplo and Mark Ronson, have followed up their recent collaboration with Ellie Goulding, "New Love," with a brand new mix. The third installment of their Especially 4 U mix series is out now. Jam-packed with a wide array of bangers, Especially 4 U, …

At long last, Porter Robinson has finally dropped the curtain on "Look At The Sky," one of his most anticipated track releases in recent memory. The song will appear on his upcoming sophomore album, Nurture. Robinson first offered fans a taste of "Look At The Sky" back in May 2020, when he …

It's been an empty first month of the year without the bone-rattling synths of Space Mom guiding the way. Luckily, dance music fans won't have to wait much longer after REZZ announced that she will be dropping a new track next week. While the track's title and specific release date have …

Studio 54 may have closed its doors decades ago but TroyBoi knows disco is forever. He's now here to prove it with his latest single "Bellz," the first release from the upcoming fourth volume in his V!BEZ series. With this track we see the British trap heavyweight reimagine a true classic for the modern …

A dream remix hath taken shape. It looks like Malaa is on the verge of releasing a huge rework of Alison Wonderland and Valentino Khan's hit November 2020 collaboration "Anything."  Alison Wonderland's dreamy vocals meet Malaa's sinister deep house vibes in this massive track, which of course has the groovy underpinnings of a …

Continuing his innovative hot streak with Monstercat and the popular vehicular soccer game Rocket League, Kaskade has returned with his new single “Closer.” The third release to arise from the partnership after “Flip Reset” and “Solid Ground,” this new tune comes with a celebratory launch. Starting today, Rocket League is …

Starting off 2021 on an explosive note, UZ’s Quality Goods Records imprint has just dropped its 5th compilation installment, a 9-track showcase of the underground’s finest. Featuring forward-thinking productions by the likes of Abimanyu, Caracal, Match Point, MSFT, Runnit and more, the entire tracklist was been handpicked by UZ himself, who is still …

The year is 2004. All of our phones flipped, none of them connected to the Internet, and the term "social media" meant nothing to us. Rather than spending hours in bed scrolling through memes with our thumbs, we sat down at our computers and played flash games through an ultra-fast …

Back in 2019, two of bass music's young stars, Slushii and Dion Timmer, teamed up to release a hi-tech dubstep single called "Test Me." With sharpened bass cutting through pitched vocals, it quickly became a staple in many DJs' sets around the world. Since then, the track has cemented itself …

After a series of hilarious FaceTime teasers, Excision and Sullivan King are finally giving in to the wishes demands of headbangers all around the world. Released today on Excision's bass utopia, Subsidia Records, "Unbound" is the duo's third collaboration. Like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, listeners will experience both sides of …

Budding Los Angeles DJ VNSSA’s new single “Cuz of the Beat” contains all the elements of an acid house hit. Her fans have been eagerly awaiting its arrival after she teased it on Insomniac TV’s livestream just a few weeks ago. Out now via Noizu’s Techne Records, this solo song further reinforces VNSSA …

Just days into 2021, TroyBoi announced that he would be releasing the next chapter in his V!BEZ EP series. Now, he's revealed that the first single from the fourth volume will be arriving this week. The British trap heavyweight will re-imagine a disco classic for a track called "Bellz," the …

With in-person concerts on hold in most cities around the world, some promoters have opted to host drive-in shows. Earlier in the month, Wooli took the stage for one leg of Insomniac's Park 'N Rave concert series. In addition to the in-person performance, the event was livestreamed so fans could watch from …

The ever-elusive ZHU dropped a new Pandora playlist this week, taking fans on a trip across his favorite club hits. Titled "Club Culture: ZHU," the curated selections span decades and include tracks from Justice, Eats Everything, FISHER, and many more. ZHU kicks things off with a brief visualization exercise. "I …

Beloved Dutch duo Vicetone have some big news. Their highly anticipated debut album, Legacy, is slated for release in April 2021 via Monstercat. The full-length project is nearly a decade in the making and spans ten tracks, which include the previously released "Animal" with Jordan Powers and Bekah Novi, and "Shadow" with Allie X. …

From fan-favorite tunes like "Emotional" and "Lines In Wax" to breakthrough hits like "I Can't Stop" and "Bass Cannon," Flux Pavilion has remained a major influence of modern dance music throughout his storied career. Over the past decade, he's reinforced his reputation as a true tastemaker time and time again. …

Although he's most known for his bubbly solo work, wunderkind producer Whethan is also a prolific beatmaker behind the scenes. From Oliver Tree and Ugly God to Meghan Trainor and Miquela, Whethan has frequently lent his talents as a producer and songwriter to young and promising acts across all sonic …

Subtronics' rise to the forefront of bass music can be attributed to many things, including his unique sound and out-of-this-world live performances. Lately, the Philly-born producer has been churning out some of the most heavy-hitting remixes, such as his rework of Capone's viral TikTok track "Oh No." For his latest, …

Put down your coffee and turn up your speakers, because EDM mainstays Yellow Claw have found an unmatched solution for early mornings and midday slumps: "Bassgod," their latest single, with Ramengvrl and label-mates Sihk and Juyen Sebulba.  Released January 22nd via the duo's Barong Family imprint, "Bassgod" leaves no head un-bobbing and no …

Earlier this week, Seven Lions announced that he would be releasing a four-track remix package filled with old school reimaginations of his greatest hits. The first remix has arrived, as his heavyweight collaboration with ILLENIUM, Said The Sky, and HALIENE has been transformed into a vintage trance tune reminiscent of the …

When two Bay Area powerhouses hop on a track together, you know magic is underway. "Bright Lights" is the perfect case in point. In the new track, we see Wenzday and Capozzi melding their impeccable energetic stylings into one, creating a tour de force fit for Tchami's renowned Confession imprint.  "Bright Lights" combines …

Since last September, Steve Aoki has been teasing his long-awaited 6OKI – Rave Royale EP that's notably stacked with collaborations. Last week, he unveiled a 6OKI cut with k?d entitled "BIB" as the record's second single. Today the EP has finally arrived via his renowned Dim Mak imprint.  6OKI – Rave Royale was made to keep the rave alive. The …

The Private Language is here with its debut release, a stunning remix of BT and Iraina Mancini's "The War." After teasing the remix earlier this week, the tandem of Blake Lewis and KJ Sawka have unveiled it and lived up to the hype. There's nothing private or reserved about The Private Language's debut. In a …

Things are moving fast. This past week, we learned that Diplo and Mark Ronson are bringing back their Grammy Award-winning collaborative musical project, Silk City. Soon after, they revealed that the mystery collaborator—who they had teased at the time of the announcement—was none other than Ellie Goulding. The trio didn't make fans wait long for …

There are not many ways to level up Tiësto's smash hit "The Business," but he somehow found a way. The dance music vet has tapped none other than Ty Dolla $ign to reimagine the track for 2021 and take it into the stratosphere. Akin to chocolate mousse and satin sheets, the sultry "The …

Two of Anjunadeep’s mainstay artists, Ben Böhmer and Tinlicker, have come together for a rousing melodic house track. On “Run Away,” soft keys resound momentarily before giving way to Felix Raphael’s yearning voice. Delicate vocals float above bright chords, swiftly culminating into the soul of the song. Here, Böhmer and …

Aimed with the objective of showcasing flourishing talent on their popular label, record company Anjunabeats has launched a new EP series titled Rising. The beloved brand, which was launched 20 years ago by label heads Above & Beyond, has cultivated the careers of many electronic music mainstays including Audien, Seven Lions, Jason Ross, Mat …

Toronto dance music producer Menna has dropped his third single, the breezy house bop "Show Me Your Love." Released independently, "Show Me Your Love" is a poignant dance number that hearkens back to the idyllic, sun-soaked beach parties of pre-pandemic times. Menna makes use of dreamy piano chords and fluttering arpeggios …

If you've ever found yourself wondering what goes into a music video for a high-profile EDM song, you're in luck after ILLENIUM, Dabin, and Lights shared a behind-the-scenes look at the making of their official "Hearts On Fire" video.  While short, the new behind-the-scenes video offers an intimate glimpse into the …

Andrew VanWyngarden, of MGMT fame, dropped a new track unannounced over the weekend from his side project, Gentle Dom. The artist has uploaded a handful of experimental electronic solo tracks to his SoundCloud page over the years, his latest titled "I Miss Dancing In New York." The single is a …

KJ Sawka has always been a man of many projects, and it looks like he's ready to showcase his next chapter of music. The Pendulum and Destroid artist has announced his new duo The Private Language, and previewed new music that's set to arrive this week. It's unclear as to …

Sometimes people-watching can be just as much fun as the actual sets at a music festival. The energy around is contagious and people are feeling themselves. This is exactly what inspired Kittrix and Wolvero to write their latest single. Teaming up for the first time with a dynamite new track, Wolvero and …

Although most of us weren't able to check out a concert or drunkenly stumble around the city spend quality time with our friends for New Year's Eve, plenty of artists and organizers hosted virtual events to provide a safe way to celebrate. One notable event came from the festival giant …

While relaxation might not typically be associated with mau5trap releases, the deadmau5-led imprint is trying its hand at R&R with a new playlist exclusively for sleep and meditation app Calm. Released January 15th, the nine-track "flow & focus" playlist cycles through tracks by deadmau5 and friends, including ATTLAS, Getter and Midoca.  …

For close to a decade, Lindsey Stirling has been weaving her masterful violin melodies with electronic beats to create a unique sound that's propelled her to the forefront of the crossover scene. Wasting no time in 2021, she's teamed up with Mako to release their collaborative single, "Lose You Now." In addition …

Arguably one of the most iconic dance records of all-time, ATB’s "9 PM (Till I Come)" was released over 20 years ago via Kontor Records, helping to propel the German DJ and producer into international stardom. Fast-forward to 2021, when ATB has teamed up with Topic and A7S to release …

There is so much talent within the electronic music community that it's difficult to keep a finger on its pulse. To assist you on your music discovery journey, EDM.com's monthly "Synth Sisters" series illuminates new releases from brilliant female producers of all genres and sizes with the hope of celebrating …

Dash Berlin is back to unveil a massive big room track alongside LA-based duo ANG. "Firefly" comes to us via Hardwell's Revealed Recordings, marking the iconic trance artist's second release on the label since 2014. "Firefly" is equipped with all the necessary bells and whistles of a true progressive house track. …

Because nothing should surprise you at this point in the post-apocalyptic digital hellscape of content shoved down our throats in 2021, sea shanties have exploded on TikTok. Yes, the ol' hymns chanted by 19th century pirates and barnacle-scrubbing, drunken sailors have found new life in a social media platform dominated …

Nitepunk released "Flow" as his first single on the HARD RECS label just last month, making a splash on the fan-favorite electronic music imprint. The original track showcased a set of inventive breakbeat production skills, proving that Nitepunk has a lot to offer the dance music scene.  Last year, Nitepunk remixed Habstrakt's "The …

If you tuned into Tomorrowland's star-studded New Year's Eve virtual festival, odds are you saw Armin van Buuren rip it on the Melodia stage. For those who weren't able to catch the massive streaming event, the trance legend has now shared his full set on streaming platforms. van Buuren's performance was nothing short …

Since the inception of Dutch DJ Nicky Romero’s Protocol Recordings in 2012, the imprint has blossomed into a multi-faceted brand with its radio show receiving over 40 million listeners every week. For his newest track “Into The Light,” Romero collaborated with Protocol’s very own Timmo Hendriks.  The track uplifts and …

Fans first caught wind of a stunning unreleased Nitti Gritti track when he played it during his set at the Beyond Wonderland at the Gorge Virtual Rave-A-Thon in June. Today, the wait for the mystery banger is over after Nitti Gritti kicked off 2021 with his first release of the year, "Where I …

Following a mesmerizing virtual NYE show for Tomorrowland, the relase of his long-awaited debut album Year Zero, and a breathtaking Elevation Sunrise Set in Miami, Tchami has no intentions of slowing things down as he carries his momentum into 2021. Just a week into the new year, the renowned French producer has …

Black Coffee has dropped a massive new super-collab with Diplo and Elderbrook, the dreamy track "Never Gonna Forget." "Never Gonna Forget" is a pristine example of Black Coffee's distinctive sound, a hypnotic blend of sultry, percussion-driven deep house. Elderbrook's vocal contribution is not to be slept on, as the Grammy Award-nominated …

From co-owning her own label alongside the ever-popular duo SOFI TUKKER to curating music for all W Hotel properties in North America, LP Giobbi has established herself as a do-it-all presence within dance music. Today she's returned alongside one of her FEMME HOUSE co-founders, hermixalot, for a new club-ready track called "Move Your Body" via Insomniac …

Last November, KSHMR first teased his forthcoming sophomore album, Harmonica Andromeda. Today, the first single from the record has arrived, "The World We Left Behind," with KARRA. The Dharma Worldwide label head has cooked up yet another expertly executed worldly tune. KSHMR describes "The World We Left Behind" as "the best song …

Three Eyed Cat Records, a charity electronic label out of the UK, has unveiled their inaugural release. They have kicked things off with Whorl Clock, a compilation album that revolves around the central theme of time travel. The result is a collection that will take the listeners on a sonic …

In September of last year, Steve Aoki announced his collab-driven EP 6OKI – Rave Royale. The first of six tracks from the record, "Tarantino," featured Timmy Trumpet and an iconic guitar riff from Pulp Fiction. Today, Aoki and k?d have delivered a roaring new collaborative effort from the project called "BIB." …

Late last year, SLANDER further solidified their legacy with the announcement of their Heaven Sent imprint. To accompany the launch, the duo premiered their hotly anticipated song "Hurts Sometimes" with Fairlane and Jonathan Mendelsohn. Today, bass music prodigy Au5 makes his debut on Heaven Sent with "The Way To Infinity."  "The …

Space Yacht has just reached another major milestone, celebrating six years as a premier global party brand. Since their launch in 2015 they've gone on to throw 150 shows annually and recently made the shift to launch their own record label. Traditionally, their anniversary events in Los Angeles have been …

A true cosmopolitan tune, “Ubiquity” is the joint effort of three budding artists at opposite ends of the globe. Australian producer Nicky Night Time, English singer and musician Ali Love, and LA-based beatsmith Breakbot have combined musical forces for a hypnotizing single that transports listeners straight to a dreamy disco dance floor. …

If there's one electronic music artist known to keep busy, it's melodic house producer Lane 8. In 2020 alone he released over 16 hours of music even without counting livestreams, stemming from his album and its corresponding remix pack, Brightest Lights and Brightest Lights Remixed, an additional EP, and four new …

New music from dance-punk legend The Bloody Beetroots has been rare as of late, but longtime fans can breathe a sigh of relief after Australian producer JACKNIFE debuted their forthcoming collaboration. The rising young gun, who has released music with Malaa and BIJOU, among others, recently took the stage at Brisbane's Eatons Hill Hotel for …