Welcome to 2020 everybody! I decided my 2020 goal was to get people to go f the beaten path a bit to find their music. Yes, Spotify, Deezer, & Apple editorials are a nice discovery outlet, but have you noticed they seem to all be filled with the same artists, …
With the 2020 presidential election now only eleven months away, people living in the US are sure to see the amount advertisements for candidates skyrocket in the coming months. However, one place you won’t be hearing any ads is Spotify. The streaming company announced last week that it would be suspending …
It’s the end an era as music streaming service 8tracks announces its difficult decision to shut down after 11 years running. The platform, which centers around user-generated playlists consisting at least 8 tracks, has released an ficial statement. 8tracks takes us through the platform’s history, from early beginnings to its imminent …
Last year, the man who gave Mike Posner his infamous “pill in Ibiza” at the Avicii show came forward and set Twitter alight for a day or two. Now, in response to a tweet asking followers to “Tweet your most random music fact,” which has since gone viral (and uncovered lots …
At the end last week, the US Department Justice was preparing legal action against Live Nation for violating its consent decree established when the company bought Ticketmaster in 2010. Now, the DOJ and Live Nation have come to a settlement that does little to address the concert promoter’s alleged violations …
Spotify is changing the way we interact with friends on the platform. A new feature called “Tastebuds” allows users to explore the musical tastes their friends. Until this point, Spotify has seriously lacked on features to allow friends to interact the platform. “Friend Activity” has been available for quite some time, …
A multinational drug bust has resulted in the seizure a massive amount drugs — street valued at $61 million. The Australian Border Force (ABF) announced Tuesday that two men were arrested for allegedly smuggling 645 kilograms MDMA inside hundreds aluminum barbecues. The first, a 33-year-old Canadian suspect and the other, a 30-year-old …
Forbes just released its 30 Under 30 list for 2020. “Spin masters” The Chainsmokers grace the cover Forbes‘ annual 30 Under 30 issue, one five. Other covers feature under-30 all-stars, Kevin Durant, Melanie Perkins, Rachel Carlson, and 21 Savage. Making the 30 Under 30 music list this year are Illenium, Jon Bellion, …
With a simple Instagram post, Medasin made waves yesterday. The prolific producer announced his sophomore project by posting the cover art with the minimal copy “‘RIPPLS’ the album. 12 songs. January.” The cover art for RIPPLS is otherworldly as it shows a space station blasting f into the unknown creating …
Tomorrowland is experiencing a blackout on social media and that probably means a huge announce is coming! The iconic music festival just went black on socials — prile photos, cover photos, and with its most recent post. Using the same tactic we’ve seen with Swedish House Mafia, Fyre Festival, etc., …
Gorillaz have ficially announced their forthcoming documentary, Reject False Icons. The movie is the first-ever, all-access, immersive journey into the world Gorillaz and the band’s extended family. Gorillaz promise never-before-seen-footage where “the virtual meets the real,” as their music project tends to do. In his debut feature, director Denholm Hewlett …
Amazon Music HD just upgraded. A new partnership with Dolby Atmos now includes the entire and quite massive catalog Warner Music Group. Available for streaming on Amazon Music HD. Dolby’s Senior Vice President Commercial Partnerships, John Couling said the new initiative: Artists are excited to work in Dolby Atmos because it …
A joint operation by agencies in Australia and the Netherlands has seized $200 million worth MDMA and broken up a massive smuggling operation. Charges have been filed against 11 people in the raid. The seized raw materials are believed to have been getting ready to target holidaying teens in Australia, claims …
It’s the beginning a new chapter for Hex Cougar, and what a brilliant way to start. Out today is Hex’s new song “Hourglass” with AWAY & josh pan on the newly minted label V1. “Hourglass” is a culmination Hex’s whole year. After countless hours in the studio and tours with …
Phone theft was a major problem at Electric Daisy Carnival Orlando this year. In one sweep, Palm Beach County deputies recovered 106 mobile phones reportedly stolen at the music festival over the weekend. The suspect, 25-year-old Adeson Ortega-Rodriguez was caught with the phones, as well as stolen credit cards. He wasn’t …
Griztronics made its live debut last night in Philadelphia after giving fans just hours notice to get to the venue. The show was free, first come first serve, and these fans definitely got served. Griz and Subtronics threw down for an epic three hours (even though it was advertised for only …
MEUTE is a group eleven horn players and drummers from Germany who have become a worldwide sensation. They gained notoriety in the EDM sphere after their cover “You & Me” by Flume, and just released a cover his song “Rushing Back” last Thursday, November 7. At the Studio Brussel Showcase …
The “Epstein didn’t kill himself” meme has been making its rounds online — and even made its way onto a festival stage over the weekend. On Saturday, ATLiens flashed the controversial phrase during their set at EDC Orlando. Whether the mystery DJ duo believes in the conspiracy or just enjoy sparking …
Major Lazer just dropped “Evapora” with IZA and Ciara, continuing a long string singles in 2019 including “Que Calor” with J Balvin & Alfa, “Make It Hot” with Anita, and “Take It From Me” with Skip Marley. “Evapora” comes as a pretty standard Major Lazer song, with emphatic female vocals …
It’s been a short minute since VAVO released a new dance smash but today we have the privilege to present to you their latest single, ‘Like Nobody’. Following up with their signature sound, this clean dance pop tune screams feel-good. Enjoy the warm synths, disco influence and super fresh vocals …
The Martin Garrix Show is back! As one the top DJs in the world, we’re used to seeing Martin Garrix thrive in pretty much every situation. However, the first episode the fourth season covers one the most unfortunate happenings his recent career. Earlier this year, Garrix was performing during his …
Galantis has announced that they are cancelling all shows until further notice as member Christian Karlsson heals from an injury. The announcement was made just moments ago on the group’s social media pages, referencing two torn ligaments by Karlsson sustained during a performance in Seoul, Korea last weekend. Karlsson: “I’m …
Facebook and Instagram are cracking down on the use eggplant and peach emojis — as well as nude photos in which emojis cover “genitalia, butts or female nipples.” Moving forward, pairing an eggplant or peach emoji with any expression ual nature may get you banned. Also, photos with emojis covering private areas …
It always pays to start f your Monday morning on the right foot, and thankfully, Dillon Francis and Deadmau5 have us covered. This past weekend at Escape: Pyscho Circus in Southern California, during Dillon’s main stage set, Deadmau5 hopped on stage to surprise him while he was playing ABBA’s “Dancing …
Martin Garrix is nonstop. It’s one hit after another for the No. 2 DJ in the world — and he just revealed another one. “Used To Love” is the massive collaboration between Martin Garrix and Dean Lewis coming next week. Previously, Garrix shared his excitement about the production: “This track was …
Gryffin and Aloe Blacc cover “Wake Me Up,” originally performed by Avicii, to utter perfection for Sirius XM. The magic is captured below, as Gryffin takes to acoustic guitar with an electric assist, and Aloe performs his famous lyrics with execution. “Wake Me Up” comes alive once again with this …
After a stunning series final ‘A Moment Apart’ shows, Odesza are returning to the studio. Their third album A Moment Apart released in 2017 remains a favorite for many even after two years, but Harrison Mills and Clayton Knight are ready to move onto the next thing. A tweet this afternoon shows them …
A man has been charged with the double-murder a Bay Area couple who were en route to a music festival. The young couple was reportedly heading to Rolling Loud Bay Area for a fun music festival getaway. Instead, their weekend was met with tragedy, as they were killed on September …
Bassnectar is always looking for ways to give back and his latest venture involves bringing food to the kids Flint, Michigan — 35,000 meals worth! This Halloween, Bassnectar takes on Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan for three special nights what he’s calling Freakstyle 2019. Over October 31 – November …
transports listeners to a dark super-sonic world with his new , “Novo Sonic System”. This EP is his second release for 2019 after ending his six-year hiatus. This EP came as a great surprise to fans. After not releasing music for some time, we’re suddenly getting an influx from the …
