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This year, the team at EDM.com is proud to publish four installments of "Best of 2020" coverage: Industry Leaders, Performances, Music Producers, and Songs. When COVID-19 stomped on the sandcastles of the live music industry and its countless venues, the streaming world mushroomed due to a massive influx of new …

Since 2018, Ferry Corsten has been using his UNITY project to "bridge the gap" in trance music by collaborating with other major artists such as Paul Oakenfold and Ilan Bluestone, among others. With his latest endeavor, he's enlisted the help of his loyal fanbase to create a song that promotes togetherness. After selecting …

Australian powerhouse trio RÜFÜS DU SOL always delivers. With two Grammy nominations, two platinum-certified albums, and a brand new live album and film—Live from Joshua Tree—the trio seems to never slow down. Now, they’ve signed an international neighboring rights deal with Kobalt Music Group and have revealed that the majority of 2020 …

House music star Dr. Fresch and Grammy Award-nominated producer Nitti Gritti have been making waves in their respective lanes for years. Combined, they’ve released on some of the industry’s leading labels, including Musical Freedom, Never Say Die, and Insomniac Records. Now, the talented artists have teamed up for one of …

Monstercat is the gift that just keeps on giving. To tie a bow on 2020, the label's Holiday Remix Exchange series will see seven unique and genre-diverse artists pitted into a "Secret Santa"-style scenario, where each artist was assigned a track from one of the others to put their own spin …

At Tomorrowland 2017, Martin Garrix surprised fans all over the world when he announced his new deep and tech house alias, Ytram. Garrix's followers were anxiously awaiting his new sound until this year, when Ytram began steadily rolling out his new project via the Dutch superstar's own STMPD RCRDS banner. His newest …

It's tough to follow up a project as epic of proportions as this, but Zeds Dead have done it. The famed dubstep duo finally released the wolves today when they dropped "POWA," a monster collaboration with fellow bass music heavyweight PEEKABOO. Ever since Zeds Dead unveiled the track at the …

NOMAD is here to let you know rebellion is always an option with his new singles, "System" and "Call." The producer holds nothing back on these dark, hard-hitting tracks that vehemently knock down the powers in play with angsty bass house.  In "Call," NOMAD throws down nasty saws and thick …

Flying Lotus' "Black Balloons Reprise" with Denzel Curry was a standout on his 2019 album Flamagra. Now, fans can revel in a new version floating around the web that features a stunning, previously unheard verse from the late Mac Miller.  The track began circulating when users logged into Grand Theft …

Bass heads, it's time to preemptively put on your neck braces because Excision has unveiled the second chapter in Subsidia Records Dusk series. The label head said it best when he wrote that it's the perfect combination of "wobbly, wonky and wonderful." Featured on Dusk: Vol. 2 is music from Dion Timmer, Kaivon, Sam Lamar, Code: …

Burial, Four Tet, and Thom Yorke of Radiohead have been garnering a lot of attention for their unexpected double A-sided 12" vinyl release earlier this month, titled "Her Revolution / His Rope," and the pair of tracks are quite an interesting and eclectic collaborative effort. It all started as a physical-only release …

It seems Subtronics doesn't get much sleep these days. In the past month, he debuted his new label Cyclops Recordings, released the imprint's first compilation, and even saw his collaboration with GRiZ, "Griztronics," added to Fortnite's in-game radio. Now, he's back with a drum & bass hybrid remix of "Oh No" by Capone. The …

Back in April, SLANDER teamed up with William Black to release their emotive collaboration "Back To U," quickly garnering million streams across platforms. The two renowned dance music acts have now tapped a bevy of producers to remix the soaring track. After dropping the curtain on the remixes in sets at Ultra Taiwan and …

Los Angeles singer, DJ, songwriter, and performance artist Anabel Englund has truly created something magical with her debut album Messing with Magic. A spellbinding 10-track collection of enchanting melodies and silky house beats, the album features talents such as MK, Nightlapse, Lee Foss, and Jamie Jones.  While still remaining extremely cohesive, this …

House legends Chris Lake and Armand Van Helden have teamed up for a new 4-track EP called The Answer. Since its release on Lake’s very own Black Book Records banner on Friday, December 11th, house heads everywhere have been hitting their stay-at-home dancefloors. The spark for this collaboration came at a Miami pool …

After more than a year of anticipation, this week's release of Cyberpunk 2077 from video game developer CD Projekt has been one of the hottest topics in the dance music world. Grimes has been at the center of the hype since leaking information back in February about the player experience and her role as …

World famous musician Alanis Morissette made headlines back in July with the release of her first album in eight years and her ninth in total, Such Pretty Forks in the Road. She is now once again garnering attention with its follow-up remix EP, Such Pretty Forks in the Mix—released December 11th—which …

Back again to help entertain us during the longest concert drought of most of our lives is DJ Snake and Malaa, who recently teamed up for a massive B2B DJ set. Announced just a few days ago, the French duo surprised fans with some fresh weekend entertainment that can be …

Although most fans of bass music are still rehabilitating their necks after the copious amounts of head-banging inspired by Excision's last Subsidia Records release, the dubstep star is gearing up for another entry in his new label's growing discography. Excision took to social media yesterday to unveil the second chapter …

Martin Garrix is gearing up for a new release with one of the UK's biggest hip-hop artists. As teased on Instagram by Tinie Tempah, the duo is set to release new music next year. Before the Story post's 24-hour expiration, a popular fan page dedicated to the Dutch EDM star …

Mega-producer Skrillex has a longstanding, well-known love for hip-hop and rap music, and to say a collaboration with prodigious 22-year-old rapper Jack Harlow has been long overdue is an understatement. Their day has finally come with the release of "Baxter Avenue," a monster track included on Harlow's latest studio album, …

If you tune in to the Cyberpunk 2077 radio station 101.9 The Dirge, you're likely to hear new music from A$AP Rocky and Boys Noize. The track "Flacko Loco" is attributed to the artist TELO$, the rapper's in-game alias, and features Boys Noize and Hector Delgado on the production side. The song rumbles to …

Kid Cudi shook the music world after announcing his latest album Man On The Moon III: The Chosen would drop this week. Upon pre-ordering the album, some fans noticed another familiar name in the production credits, Kevin Parker, perhaps better known to the world as Tame Impala.  With the album out …

Last month, deadmau5 and Kiesza shared their glowing collaboration "Bridged By a Lightwave" followed by an incredible live music video. In the midst of the single's surging popularity, the pair recently announced that renowned house producer Tommy Trash would be providing an official rework of their tune. Today, he's delivered his remix via …

Josh Charm has experienced an electrifying start to his young career. Since first releasing dance music in 2018, the Dutch producer quickly found a home on Martin Garrix's STMPD Records. Things just started getting hot for him in 2020, though, as his single "Sinner" with Redondo eclipsed 1.1 million streams …

Dillon Francis and TV Noise, who previously worked together on 2019's masterful collaboration "EDM O' CLOCK," have whipped up two new festival-ready tracks. Released today via Martin Garrix's SMTPD RCRDS banner, their Festival Bangers For When Festivals Start Again Because There Are No Festivals EP couldn't be anymore transparent. Festival Bangers For When …

Kayzo has been on a tear in 2020, taking his Welcome Records imprint to new heights all while releasing a myriad of excellent new tunes. To cap off the year, the Houston-born producer has joined drum & bass aficionados Delta Heavy for their monstrous collaboration "Tormenta," out via Monstercat.   "Tormenta" is …

Mixed by the Armada Music leader himself, Armin van Buuren is back with his annual end-of-the-year mix series. This year more than ever, van Buuren hopes it serves as a beacon of positivity, instilling the much-needed sense of community many have desperately craved during this time apart.  "A State Of Trance Year …

For her latest single—and to close out of 2020—CloZee has partnered with fellow French artists Fakear, Pouvoir Magique, and Einki to deliver "Kanzan." The outcome is truly a magnificent display of craftsmanship in the studio. Prepare to be transported across the globe without ever having to leave your home.  "Kanzan" …

In 2018, Montréal-based producer Hologramme ventured to Berlin—arguably the electronic music capital of the world—to soak up new inspirations and reinvent himself. After dedicating himself to the studio for his two-month residency, he emerged with his debut studio album Felicity, which released on August 30th, 2019.  Now, Hologramme has recruited …

Bass music heavyweight Subtronics has been dominating the scene with some massive music releases and DJ sets as of late. Now, his brand new imprint, Cyclops Recordings, has curated a slew of impressive tracks into a compilation LP that showcases some of the finest bass music of the year. The Boot Camp LP …

NGHTMRE is known for throwing fans into a frenzy with his productions, so of course when he stepped up to the plate to take on ZHU's latest single "I Admit It," featuring 24kGoldn, he made sure to deliver. The remix hits across all cylinders, delicately balancing his signature powerful bass with intricate synth …

2020 is wrapping up in a huge way for mysterious talent Slow Magic, who has shared more than a handful of vibrant singles in recent months, ultimately leading up to the release of his latest body of work it's the end of the world, but it's ok. Having built a …

Fans know and love FuntCase as one of the most prolific dubstep producers of all-time. His work with Circus Records as well as his new label, gaming, and lifestyle brand DPMO have only reinforced and further cemented his status as one of bass music's finest.  All of this, however, began with a love for …

deadmau5 has called on an old friend and collaborator to rework his latest single, recruiting Tommy Trash for a massive remix of "Bridged By a Lightwave." Responsible for one of the most popular festival tracks of the 21st century, the Sebastian Ingrosso collab "Reload," Tommy Trash is a dance music vet who represents an ideal …

After many delays, the hotly anticipated and polarizing video game Cyberpunk 2077 has finally been unveiled. To celebrate the official launch of one of the most ballyhooed games in recent memory, Russian techno star Nina Kraviz took the decks for a hypnotic DJ set featuring exclusive tracks from the new title. Kraviz …

Norwegian producer Malvae took an unusual approach to the creation of his debut album, trading in the typical studio setting for a 2,000 kilometer trek through the Amazon Rainforest. Sleeping in hammocks and sheds was just a part of everyday life during his journey, as was engaging with local indigenous …

Channel Tres is just a few days away from dropping his third EP I Can't Go Outside and as a pre-drop treat, he's unveiled the record's tracklist. Tyler, The Creator and Tinashe will be joining the blossoming Los Angeles artist for the EP, which spans seven songs, to deliver what is sure to …

Last year fans of both Slushii and BTS were in full anticipation mode after the former teased he was working on a new remix for the beloved pop group. Sadly, his "Make It Right" remix never came to fruition, but that's not stopping him from making it right with BTS' fans. The producer took …

Fresh off the announcement of his own record label, Subtronics was so excited for its debut compilation that he had to release a few tracks early. Ahead of the December 11th release of Cyclops Recordings' highly anticipated Boot Camp compilation, the dubstep star dropped the curtain on "High Knees Headquarters," one of the …

With his debut album on the horizon, SG Lewis has unveiled the record's opening track, the soaring disco number "Time." The bubbly electronic jam offers fans a serendipitous glimpse into times. SG Lewis, who Pharrell Williams once called "a white boy with soul," teamed up with fabled Canadian singer Rhye for the new single. It …

ALWZ SNNY is here to deliver some serotonin to your day with his new single "Wasted" featuring Krysta Youngs. It's a bright dance track that feels like the classic EDM records of the early 2010s. If you didn't already miss being in a massive crowd surrounded by neon lights, this …

After breaking some very big news last week about starting a new chapter in his career alongside Monstercat, Kaskade is going full speed ahead, releasing his second single with the label already this month. The producer's latest, "Solid Ground," is a colorful house release that presents a stark stylistic contrast …

As the electronic music world continues to mourn the loss of i_o, deadmau5 has dedicated the newest episode of his mau5trap radio show to the late electronic music star. Many remember that i_o was one of mau5trap's most exciting artists, releasing a plethora of instant classics on deadmau5's label. In honor of his career …

Back in July, Bob Moses teamed up with ZHU for the release of their dark, minimal track "Desire." This atmosphere was expanded over the weekend when Charlotte de Witte added some of her haunting techno flair to the tune.  de Witte's pounding drums are instantly recognizable and while she certainly raises …

Following a string of solid collaborative singles in 2020, including “House Arrest” with SOFI TUKKER and “Alive” with PAX, house duo Gorgon City released their new EP Realm last Friday, December 4th. Consisting of one new track and three past singles, Realm is a bass-heavy and dance-forward compilation that sounds …

GoldFish—the award-winning, South-African electronic duo—is back with an ambitious new project that provides an uplifting outlook when we all need it most. "Everything Is Changing" speaks to the occurrences of this past year while adding a fresh aura of hope as we learn to embrace these ongoing changes. The tune …

To many fans of Above & Beyond, the trio's 2012 Group Therapy album is an untouchable cornerstone of their discography. To Hybrid Minds, it's a chance to breathe new life into a classic. Above & Beyond recently tapped the British production duo for an official remix of Group Therapy cut "Love Is Not Enough." …

After remixing a piece of cinematic history, Steve Aoki and longtime collaborator Travis Barker debuted their new collaborative track on one of the nation's biggest virtual stages. At last night's MTV Movie & TV Awards' "Greatest of All Time" special, the duo performed their unreleased remix of Joe Esposito's fabled track "You’re the …

Released on the late hip-hop star's 22nd birthday was a new Juice WRLD collaboration with benny blanco. "Real Shit" is the second track from the duo following the release of 2018's "Roses." In addition to blanco, Juice WRLD's latest single features production from Cashmere Cat, Dylan Brady of 100 gecs, Henry …

The versatile professional soccer player and DJ/producer, Monki, has dropped another big track following her debut on Mark Knight's Toolroom Records earlier in the year. Titled "Queen of Hearts," the new single was released on her own label &Friends. In a tribute to the sounds of the 80s, the waning vocals and synths—which sound …

After treating her fans this year to not one, but two full length albums, Oasis Nocturno and Oasis Nocturno (Remixed), Los Angeles born and raised artist TOKiMONSTA is closing out 2020 with yet another version of her entire original album, this time titled Oasis Nocturno (Instrumentals).  Released December 4th via Young …

Grunge house innovator Saint Punk has been steadily cultivating his craft as of late. With releases such as "Light 'Em Up" and his Brohug collaboration "Brake," the rock band frontman-turned producer has made waves among the bass house community. Now, he has made his debut on Ookay's The Woodwerk imprint with …

The not-so-unsung hero of dubstep, Phiso has the attention of just about every major producer and bass-head in the world (and comedian Gilbert Gottfried). With his Never Say Die: Black Label release, "Close Combat," and a rip-roaring remix of PhaseOne and Subtronics' "Demon Hunter," Phiso has been on quite a tear recently. …

Dynamic British DJ and producer D.O.D has teamed up with The Melody Men—a multifaceted UK writing and production duo ironically made up of two women—for a new collaborative track. During these unprecedented times, artists have had to seek out new avenues for inspiration. "Moments" was created to resonate with fans who have …

As the statement-making opening track on their recent album ENERGY, Disclosure's "Watch Your Step" sought to bring listeners to their feet, a position they were likely to remain in for the duration of the album. With their latest offering, a VIP remix of the disco-infused track featuring Kelis, the UK …

Following their recent collaboration on a single for Lil Tecca, DJ Scheme and Skrillex have partnered back up for "Homesick," the opening cut on Scheme's new album Family. Despite what Skrillex fans might expect, the track is a delicate, vocal-heavy introduction, featuring the smooth stylings of "Don't Trip" singer Zacari. It's …

Xavi has been sensational since first releasing music in 2016, garnering support from the likes of Madeon, Porter Robinson, and San Holo in just a few short years. In 2020, the Missouri product has collaborated with Just a Gent and Akira Flay on "Miso & Memories" as well as released …

In 2014, Matt Nash triumphantly climbed to the top of the Beatport charts alongside Don Diablo with their iconic collaboration "Starlight (Could You Be Mine)." More recently, the London-born producer has found a home on Martin Garrix's STMPD RCRDS with his previous two releases "You're Not Alone" and "Lose It All." …

Taska Black has returned with a passionate new single featuring Tessa Dixson, "Found Myself," out via Martin Garrix's STMPD RCRDS banner. "Found Myself" is a crawling, contemplative ballad that that leans heavily on organic instrumentals as Dixson's powerful voice pairs effortlessly with Black's refined songwriting ability. The subdued beat and ambient vocal …

ARMNHMR have worked tirelessly to make 2020 one of their biggest years yet. In February, the LA duo released their debut album The Free World, which featured collaborations with EDM favorites such as Micah Martin, Karra, and Nevve, among others. To close out the year with a bang, ARMNHMR has now returned with …

In 2010, Australian duo Yolanda Be Cool recruited their brother DCUP to create a party track their DJ friends could play. Little did they know that "We Speak No Americano" would become a worldwide sensation with Gold and Platinum accreditations across numerous territories. Even if you're not familiar with Yolanda …

Nitepunk can celebrate another major move in his career now that he has made his HARD Recs label debut with his new single "Flow." The track is an absolute barrage of breaks and bass that will make you want to host a solo underground dance party in your living room. …

Laidback Luke is here to ignite some moves in your body with his new single "Dance It Off," featuring former Fifth Harmony member Ally Brooke. The retrowave-inspired dance track is the uplifting single we needed right before the weekend.  There's no denying that disco is back, and for some, it never left. It …

It has been six years since Flux Pavilion dropped a new album, but the wait is almost over. To prepare his fans for what's to come, he has dropped a new single titled "I Believe," a spellbinding track that serves to usher you into a new era of the famed producer's illustrious career.  …

We would like to think Stevie Nicks is feeling a sense of pride seeing the overnight success of young singer Lanie Gardner. Gardner's life was flipped upside down after a TikTok video of her singing a cover of Fleetwood Mac's iconic song "Dreams" went viral. Now, with the backing of …

Zeds Dead's new mixtape is a reminder that wine and friendships aren't the only things that get better with age. THE LOST TAPES is a breathtaking record comprised of "old school dubs and misplaced IDs" that the iconic dubstep duo produced back in 2008 and 2009. Released today, the mixtape is a …

Ever since its release back in 2014, RL Grime's "Core" has remained a trap music classic. It is crystallized in the genre's lore as one of its most groundbreaking and popular tracks, and one that still inspires artists to this day. "Core" has now received a monster live cover from …

Someone needs to tell Baauer to take it easy. You'd think a Grammy nomination would be enough for him to take a break, but the renowned trap and bass music producer has just released an expansive mixtape that mutates the EDM genre into an experimental monster of Martian essence. Comprised of 19 …

Since the release of Dillon Francis' This Mixtape Is Fire, and the subsequent tease of the series' second installment over a year ago, fans have been clamoring to know exactly when the mixtape will drop. In a recent reply to a tweet by a fan, Francis shed some light on the …

When Lanie Gardner posted her cover of Fleetwood Mac's iconic track "Dreams" to TikTok, little did she know what would come of the decision. After her seemingly innocuous upload went viral, Gardner's world flipped upside down. Within ten days, she signed a deal with Jonas Group Entertainment—the management arm of the …

Our emotive king San Holo has stuck to his promise and is back after a brief hiatus. With his return to social media also comes a brand new single, the genre-bending "bb u ok?" "bb u ok?" features San Holo's signature heavy sub-bass and electric guitar work melded with his uplifting synths. …

Bass music titan FuntCase has a lot to celebrate these days now that he has officially launched DPMO—the record label. The brand has been synonymous with the famed bass music producer for years now under the Circus Records umbrella, but FuntCase is now turning it into its own imprint. To celebrate the …

“What are you going to do once you’re done with all this music stuff?” If you’re a musician, you’ve almost certainly been asked this question, whether by a journalist, friend or parent. It’s fair game—the demands of touring and releasing new material make it particularly difficult for full-time artists to …

Aweminus has become a staple of Never Say Die: Black Label, and despite just dropping his UGHH EP in late October, the rising star is making a welcomed re-appearance with "Intergalactic." Aweminus' latest offering is a coordinated symphony of otherworldly sounds. Keeping time with the crisp clack of the snare, a series …

Fridays are usually the day we in the electronic music world get to hear new music, but Subsidia Records has decided to drop a mid-week bomb in the form of a new bass-heavy compilation. Excision's flagship record label unveiled its second official compilation today, and it is as ferocious as his …

Despite his tenured status, Kaskade continues to resist any impulse to put his career on cruise control. In a move few could have seen coming, the producer has decided to shake things up by teaming up with Monstercat and Rocket League to usher in a new chapter of music and …

A digital graduation party with Flume may have seemed like a pie-in-the-sky idea one year ago, but thanks to the wrath of COVID-19 pandemic, it actually happened. Famed Australian national radio station Triple J recently tapped the Sydney-born electronic music superstar for a DJ set for its "Good Nights Formal" event, …

Days after the Recording Academy revealed that Baauer is up for a Grammy Award next year, the renowned producer is teasing a new 19-track mixtape. Baauer took to Twitter to share that he would be releasing the album, dubbed BOPTAPE, as a thank you to fans and included what some assume to be the record's cover …

Gaminow and Boltron have joined forces for "Don't Wanna Love You," a sun-kissed house jam that belongs on the sparkling poolsides we're all yearning for during the pandemic. Gaminow is composed of Gama and Minow, two dance music producers who have been cutting their teeth in the EDM scene out …

Swooping in with a reminder that TikTok can be used for content other than cringe-worthy dance videos is Louis Futon, who took to the platform to share a spacey new beat created with sounds from NASA. After the prodigious multi-instrumentalist and electronic and jazz fusion producer discovered NASA's official SoundCloud page, …

Illenium's track "Paper Thin" has received a massive remix from Headhunterz, the Dutch EDM vet and hardstyle master. As if the song wasn't already festival-ready, Headhunterz cranks up the energy to bone-rattling levels. His hardstyle rendition is equal parts elegant and thunderous, using a nuanced approach to the punk-inspired vocals of Tom …

Martin Garrix delivered a new mix for fans who can't wait for his virtual Tomorrowland New Year's Eve performance next month. Premiered via the festival's One World Radio network, the hourlong offering is the latest entry in their "Friendship Mix" series following releases from Tchami, ARTBAT, and more. Garrix's mix features …

Earlier in the month of November, Armin van Buuren teamed up with the winner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2019, Duncan Laurence, for their synth-pop single "Feel Something." A decided change of pace from the Dutch trance heavyweight's traditional sound, fans were excited to see him test the waters in a …

Since rising to the top of the international dance music circuit, Steve Aoki has collaborated with artists from all over the world. His next release finds him teaming up with one of Singapore's biggest stars, JJ Lin. Coming later this week is a single called "Not Tonight (Tomorrow Sounds Good Steve Aoki …

Since its inception, popular vehicular soccer game Rocket League has been known to feature a wide range of music from a medley of dance producers due to their partnership with Monstercat. Now, the game and label are teasing a collaboration with one of EDM's biggest artist's, Kaskade. On Twitter, both Kaskade and …

Zedd is sending gamers through a slew of brain-twisting puzzles with the "Inside Out Scavenger Hunt," a series of challenges named after the producer's recent single. Taking place in the far reaching fields of Minecraft, participants are competing to solve ten unique challenges, each giving them the chance to win …

Known for his talents as a multi-instrumentalist, producer and vocalist, powerhouse UK export SG Lewis is back again, this time with two imaginative remixes of "Feed The Fire" featuring Lucky Daye. Penned by The Brothers Macklovitch, a duo of brotherly love comprised of siblings A-Trak and Chromeo's Dave 1, and emerging …

Illenium's "Paper Thin" remix pack is set to grow stronger with the addition of a forthcoming new spin from Headhunterz.  The hardstyle tastemaker took to Twitter to share the news and a brief preview, which has our anticipation built up high for release day.  While the teaser denies us the …

The king of minimalism has returned for his first dance-floor focused EP in 21 years. Richie Hawtin has officially dropped Time Warps, the two-track EP and inaugural release from From Our Minds, the new sub-label of Plus 8 Records.   Hawtin is kicking off the new imprint with a bang because Time Warps …