The Reno Gazette Journal reported this weekend that Burning Man was asked to shut down early due to a serious over-attendance issue. Police manning the event noticed that almost 1000 more individuals had entered the grounds past the 70,000 person cap the event was given. Burning Man was asked to …
The Chainsmokers are back to being the golden boys EDM after a series incredible festival sets this summer and new releases which demonstrate a side the duo which has not been heard in some time. The Chainsmokers are once again producing purely in the electronic music paradigm and for now, …
Burning Man is one the most iconic music and arts festival in the entire world. Simply nothing on its scale exists elsewhere. While larger music festivals do exist, Burning Man is by far the largest festival held in such a remote location. This, course, causes all sorts interesting anomalies. The …
Calvin Harris and Tiesto are literally the two most successful electronic music artists all time (at least when it comes to money earned). While both artists have revolutionized the dance music industry through their respective funk and trance sounds, in the last few years they have explored pop collaborations with …
Danny Avila has been enjoying an EXPLOSIVE 2018 so far. With his single “Too Good To Be True” passing 10 million streams on Spotify and his Spinnin release “Brah” has been a staple in festival sets all summer, Avila is on fire. Besides being a grade A producer, Avila also …
It is no secret that I absolutely love Oliver Heldens. While the producer helped form the future house genre several years ago, recently he has been incorporating old-school sounds into new productions for a sound that is just what the world needs. His recent remix David Guetta’s pop hit “Don’t …
Hardwell continues his string high prile collaborations with his most recent release alongside Kaaze, ‘This Is Love’. As you might expect the tune is a big room track steeped in euphoric highs and powerful vocals from Loren Allred. While overall the genre big room house has begun to grow stale …
Alesso has been making headlines across the world lately. After his sets at both Tomorrowland and Creamfields made waves for being comprised mainly Progressive House, the now legendary producer seemed to be wading back to his signature euphoric style. Alesso doubled down on his success with a major signing to …
Zedd is known for his ability to work alongside mainstream pop stars to create massive radio anthems. His accessible sound mixed with star power from key vocalists has helped said achieve radio hit after radio hit in recent years. In a recap video for his most recent tour, Zedd has …
Skrillex is preparing to drop a new album on the world – that much we know. Any other details including collaborators, tracklists, and specifically a release date are still very much unknown. Skrillex has begun played shows more regularly again. After to a few stops in Asia, and confirming two …
While the fate Ultra after 2019 continues to hang in the hands Miami, the city has just approved plans for a massive new addition to the Bay Front Park Amphitheater, better known in the EDM world as the home the Ultra Live Stage. The city has approved plans for an …
At this point in the game, all the members Swedish House Mafia are just having fun with the fact that the public is at their fingertips. After a massive reunion at Ultra Miami this past year, the trio artists have confirmed they will be reuniting in 2019 for a world …
Two days ago we reported that Natural Lands Music and Arts Festival in Arkansas pulled six headlining acts from their line up the week the festival was slated to take place. As many rightfully assumed, today the festival canceled completely. This is unfortunate for a number reasons. Natural Lands was …
Madonna. The Beastie Boys. Swedish House Mafia. These are all the names artists who have previously played the famous Bill Graham Civic Center in San Francisco. Not only is there another who can be added along these big names, but one who sold out the entire 8,500 capacity venue. Her …
The month August has shot by at a record speed. With my life growing ever crazier I seemed to have missed a ton incredible new music. None seems to be as good as Jenaux’s latest single ‘My Friend’. I know, I know – I am a bit late to the …
We are entering another golden age house music. While the focus many producers throughout the late 2000’s and early 2010’s was electro and big room bangers, fans have once again come around to appreciating the more subtle genres. Labels like CONFESSION and Dirtybird have led the charge reintroducing quality house …
The Chainsmokers have received a lot hate over the past two years or so since they have started to find massive success in the pop genres. After blowing up with hits like ‘SELFIE’ the guys released a string records as well as a full album that featured a more accessible …
I have some experience when it comes to drugs, recovery and everything in between. But every day that passes I find a new level stupidity among those still heavily wrapped up in the drug culture. Today’s new level idiocy comes from Demi Lovato’s admitted drug dealer. In an interview with …
This weekend Excision expanded his festival empire with the incredible Bass Canyon. While many are familiar with his first foray into the festival world with Lost Lands, it seems that the smaller scale West coast effort was just as successful. Taking place at the iconic Gorge Amphitheater outside Seattle, Washington, …
Producing a music festival is quite the undertaking. Almost nobody can fully understand the amount work that goes into pulling f a mass gathering unless they have experience in the industry. Natural Land Camping & Music Festival is learning this the hard way. Just a few days before the event …
It has been a hard weekend for the bass music community. Not only did Spirit pass away this Sunday reportedly from cardiac arrest, but now the artist Razat has succumbed to cancer after a lengthy battle. Razat is best known for his innovative production style in Drum & Bass, Trip …
It has been a devastating year for the dance music industry in terms artists passing far before their time. While the community is still reeling from the loss Avicii, we have been hit with another major blow. The legendary Drum & Bass producer Spirit has reportedly passed away from cardiac …
As the unficial end the summer draws ever closer, dance music fans have begun to turn their sites on Burning Man. The festival while not entirely an electronic event has seen some the most incredible sets in recent memories. These range from reported Daft Punk reunions, to Seth Troxler DJing …
At this point, we all know who Marshmello is, but just like we don’t tell nine-year-olds that Santa Claus isn’t real, we all play along with the joke. Two years ago at EDC Las Vegas Marshmello trolled the crowd when he removed “his” helmet – only to have Tiesto hiding …
After the longest hiatus in the group’s history, Disclosure returned this week with five incredible new singles. Celebrating the era barbershop quartets, and harmony-driven Mo-Town melodies, the brother’s crafted some the most unique records we have heard in quite some time. It was a refreshing change for house music as …
A few months ago in the beginning the Summer, Deadmau5 let slip that he was working on a film score. Fans obviously wanted to know out the gate which film the project would be featured in but Joel has been tight-lipped, to say the least. This weekend Deadmau5 announced that …
Frontman Jeffrey Sutorius, the popular trance formation Dash Berlin, will resume performing under his own name starting October. Sutorius made this decision because he misses his fans and wants to stay connected with them as he works through legal proceedings concerning the usage rights the stage name Dash Berlin. “The …
Almost nothing has made me as happy about 2018 as Deorro’s decision to return wholeheartedly to the bounce subgenre. In his latest release alongside Vikstrom, Deorro crafts a tune that will drive crowds wild for the foreseeable future. Deorro & Vikstrom – ‘D.F.T.F.’ After a minute long intro and tension …
If there is one thing that Bassnectar is good at, its combining styles into truly original productions. Seeing the artist perform live is nothing short breathtaking as he seamlessly mixes down unexpected tunes. It is no wonder that Bassnectar has one the largest cult followings in all dance music. Bassnectar …
I will come out and say it from the rip – I absolutely love this song. Upon listening I was transported back to an incredibly specific memory. It was December 2010 at Pacha NYC (RIP). The line up featured Afrojack, R3hab, Bassjackers and Bobby Burns. Needless to say, the evening …
The Chainsmokers have been working overtime in 2018. While touring the world Alex and Drew still found the time to lay down two EPs worth new music. Each track explored a different area for the duo. Some tunes were pop-oriented, others fell entirely in the electronic paradigm. Their latest track …
When this collaboration was announced last week, I was a bit skeptical. David Guetta and Black Cfee operate on two different ends the electronic music spectrum. While David is best known for his pop crossover and big room productions, South Africa’s Black Cfee made his name over the past two …
KSHMR is once again lighting the dance music world on fire. This week he released the unbelievable Sounds Of KSHMR Vol. 3 sample pack to help aspiring producers achieve the sound which they crave. While many artists would relax after the completion such a massive project, KSHMR course just doubled …
Martin Garrix has a slew new music coming out over the next month. While fans are arguably most excited for the collaboration with Dyro which was premiered at Tomorrowland, Martin let slip an interesting detail about a new tune. Mike Yung first came to fame with an unbelievable viral video …
Getter has had one heck an interesting year. Not only has he shown the world his rap skills are near second to none, but he has also built an insane amount hype for his forthcoming album Visceral The album marks a return to electronic music for Getter, and fans could …
Alison Wonderland celebrated many incredible victories in 2018. Her Sophomore album, Awake was met with the widespread approval both fan and critic alike. She played on the most memorable Coachella sets since Daft Punk’s legendary 2006 performance. Of course, with high highs also come lows. It was revealed this weekend …
Jauz has been suspiciously quiet in 2018. While we have heard bits and pieces a new project we had no idea the scope Jauz’s new forthcoming album. The Wise and The Wicked is an 18 track concept album full unbelievable collaborations. The album features several different chapters and is spread …
ZHU is one the most mysterious and talented artists in the dance music world today. The man who operates the principle that less said, is actually more, has had a stellar 2018 so far. He released the enigmatic and excellent album, RINGOS DESERT PT. 1. The seven-track effort was a …
Germany is known for many things – beer, starting world conflicts and, course, Techno. Germany has always held its Techno roots in high esteem, protecting dance music fans and allowing for unbelievable clubs to operate on a near 24/7 hour basis. Most are familiar with Berghain. The most exclusive club …
The MTV Video Music Awards took place last night. For dance music fans all over the world, the focus was on the Best Dance Video category. While the award is rarely even televised due to lack interest from the public there was something that carried more weight to the award …
As most people know, I’m always good for a bit bouncy house music in my life and this new collaborative single from warner case & Zak Downtown definitely hits the spot for me. Originally conceived as a bouncy instrumental from warner case, the track evolved into the record it is today out …
Bassnectar has had an interesting past few weeks. The producer found himself in a bit hot water after Tweeting out some inflammatory comments about both politics and religion. Fortunately, fans quickly moved on from the display personal opinion that many people for some reason feel that artists shouldn’t be capable …
Last week in the chaos new music Friday, many individuals (us included!) missed a brand new Martin Garrix tune. The track which is a collaboration with CMC$ and features Icona Pop fly under the radar as Marty used his GRX alias for featured credits. Why Martin decided to use this …
Don Diablo and KSHMR are two the most in-demand producers in the world. KSHMR continues to revolutionize and breath new life into big room, while Don Diablo consistently releases some the most exciting future house records the world has ever heard. Both artists appeared in Finland this weekend at the …
This past weekend both Chris Lake and Deadmau5 took the stage at Das Energi Festival outside Salt Lake City, Utah. I was watching Chris Lake’s Instagram story when I saw him re-post a fan’s video his set. The caption reminded me a story that I forgot over the years. While …
Das Energi Music Festival saw some incredible sights this past weekends. Sets from artists including Chris Lake, Dillon Francis, Deadmau5 and the festival debut 1788-L blew the crowd away. The festival did have its share hardships though. It was forced to shut down on its first day due to high …
Cystic Fibrosis is truly a horrible disease. Due to the nature the illness, many who suffer from the disease only live to their mid 30’s at the latest. A teenaged girl from Southern Nevada who suffers from the disease got some help achieving her dreams from The Chainsmokers this weekend. …
There has been no shortage Skrillex rumors over the last year. The artist is almost at the level Daft Punk in terms producing for other artists while keeping fans in the dark about his personal productions. The main difference is that Skrillex is actually coming back. Not only has he …
As both Bass Canyon and Lost Lands draw ever closer, Excision has created a unique way to give some lucky fans a once in a lifetime opportunity as well as raise money for a Women’s Shelter. The giveaway includes: “2 VIP Tickets + Camping + Flights ($2,200 Value) & PRICELESS …
Steve Aoki is one dance music’s most popular ambassadors. Steve has worked especially hard this past year to help push the electronic genre into the mainstream consciousness the world. He has bridged the gap between rap and dance music flawlessly and has now gotten the legion K-Pop fans to start …
English DJ and producer, Jackmaster, has found himself in hot water lately. Earlier this week Jackmaster released a statement in which he apologized for drunken behavior and harassing women after one his sets. While Jackmaster did admit his wrongs, the public and his victims have not been entirely receptive to …
Odesza’s Foreign Family Collective has always been known for finding some the most innovative and original artists in the industry. The label has come to be associated with both delicate soundscapes as well as powerful sonic masterpieces that carry both emotional and creative weight. While the label is best known …
Deadmau5 has had a busy year in 2018. Between performances as both himself and under his Testpilot moniker as well as dropping new originals and collaborations, 2018 has clearly been the year the mau5. Now as summer and festival season begin to come to an end, it seems that Mau5trap …
As festival season begins to wind down, Hardwell has decided to make everyone jump one last time. In his latest release with Maddix, the pair has taken inspiration from the Italian language for an all-out main stage, big room banger. ‘Bella Ciao’ begins with a heavily filtered old-school Italian track. …
Afrojack has returned with a blazing new record. As summer starts to wind down, and the unficial end is in sight, many artists have begun to ramp up their release schedules. Fewer festivals are taking around the globe, and artists are supplementing their sporadic appearances with tracks they have been …
Another week down, another New Music Friday at hand. You should know the drill by now, we find you the new music AHEAD release, so you are prepared for tomorrow, and for the 1st time this year, we got a LOADED week. Welcome to the “WTF Is Coming Out Tomorrow” …
Mark this one down in the “collaborations we never expected” column. Bastille, the band behind the mega hit “Pompeii” from 2013, has just announced they have a track with Marshmello, called “Happier,” coming out this Friday. “Last year we wrote a song called ‘Happier’ which we thought would be great …
Sacha Baron Cohen, most notable for Borat and Da Ali G Show, has just taken on EDM with his latest undercover alter alias to troll a Miami crowd. While the crowd believed him to be DJ Solitary, Sacha Baron Cohen pulled f a complete troll move while being filmed for …
As Martin Garrix continues his rise to fame across the world, the #1 DJ has had some advantages. In addition to being asked to play at the world’s biggest festivals, Martin Garrix is now a household name for Dutch people around the world. As one fan was browsing the store …
Back in November 2017, Deadmau5 told the vocalist Bo Mason that he would produce his entire album if he received one million plays on his song. After flooding users and his fans, Bo Mason accomplished this major feat, but Deadmau5 was nowhere to be found. Just recently Deadmau5 explained the …
While over the past several years many cruise ship festivals have popped up, there is one true gold standard. Of course, I am talking about The Groove Cruise. While other floating festivals have had their fair share struggles and controversies, it has been smooth sailing for the flagship cruise festival …
Yes, you read that headline correctly. Armin van Buuren just wrapped up an absolutely incredible 7-hour set last night at the Untold Festival in Romania. Armin is no stranger to massive length sets, as he played a 5.5-hour set last year at this very same festival and has routinely done …
On April 20, 2018, the dance music community lost the beloved DJ and producer Avicii. Before his untimely death, Avicii teased a number unreleased singles on social media as well as his documentary. One those unreleased singles which has since been played by Nicky Romero a handful times features the …
The Lollapalooza 2018 Live Stream has arrived! If you weren’t lucky enough to make it Chicago, Illinois for this year’s event, Red Bull has hooked you up so that you can watch this year’s festival from the comfort your own chair. This year’s Lollapalooza features artists in pop, rock, electronic, …
The Dutch publication De Telegraaf recently ran an interview with Steve Angello. According to the story, Steve Angello said that the group will perform at Tomorrowland “by any means necessary.” Rumors Swedish House Mafia’s return in 2019 has already been widely talked about ever since their ficial return at Ultra …
To celebrate Billboard’s 60th anniversary the Hot 100 Chart, the music publication decided to publish the biggest hit songs all time. So what do Mariah Carey’s “We Belong Together,” Usher’s “Yeah!,” Survivor’s “Eye the Tiger,” and Luis Fonsi’s “Despacito” have in common? They all ranked lower than The Chainsmoker’s hit …
Fluencee is an up and coming producer who you need to have on your radar. His ability to blend styles that shouldn’t mix and create something beautifully unique is uncanny. His latest release, ‘Foxgloves’ comes as the last single f his forthcoming coming EP the same name. The track pulls …
Boy, have I been waiting for this tune to be released ever since I first heard it. All three artists featured on the track have played it out several times during the current festival season, and each time it seems to garner more attention. Armin and Vini Vici have worked …
Illenium opened up about his past struggles with addiction this week. In a heartfelt letter to fans, he explained that his new single was an ode to those who helped him get out his addiction – specifically his parents. With the backstory alone, it is obvious that this record contains …
Don Diablo released a truly massive album earlier this year. Other artists would take a pretty long break after creating something as special at ‘Future’. Not Don though, in order to keep his momentum (see what I did there, it’s a pun) going in the remainder Don has been dropping …
One Skrillex’s label mates from OWSLA has just given us the news that we have all been waiting for. According to Josh Pan, Skrillex is “back” and he’s going to be releasing “crazy” music for us this year. Following Skrillex’s performance at Fuji Rock Music Festival, Josh Pan decided to …
Hi Everyone, I have never used EDM Sauce to advertise a GoFundMe. Today I have decided to change this trend because a man who has been selfless to our site has reached out for help. We publish thousands articles each year, and on every article, we need to feature a …
You may not be familiar with Swardy by name – but you are absolutely familiar with his music. As half the duo, The M Machine, Swardy has an impressive release record that goes back near a decade. Having played the stages Ultra and EDC and seen releases f labels such …
DJ Snake has been pumping out hits in 2018 like nobody’s business. Most recently DJ Snake dropped the refreshing new single ‘Maradona Riddim’. Fans immediately fell in love with the unexpected nature the track. It seems that Mr. Snake has some more surprises up his sleeves. This time, Gashi has …
This is truly one the most heartbreaking things I have seen in quite some time. Only one individual died at Electric Forest this past year (excluding Kevin Graves who is still missing). His name was Hunter. As his parents are still processing the tragic and untimely passing their son, they …
It seems like Electric Forest was just a week ago but for the family Kevin Graves, it must feel like a lifetime. Kevin is a 28-year-old man local to Michigan. He went missing during the second weekend Electric Forest this year. Despite pressional and amateur search efforts, Kevin is still …
Content Warning: The following article discusses suicide as well as self-harm. Two Feet is an up and coming producer with a style all his own. He ability to fuse blues and funk alongside traditional electronic elements is nothing short masterful. Today though, he gave his fan base a massive scare …
Electronic music has never had a shortage creativity. But today I have to confirm that the below video might be the best thing I have ever seen. Rezz broke onto the scene with her otherworldly production style that incorporates mind-bending sound design as well as low BPMs. The YouTube channel …
As we continue to try to wrap our heads around the madness both weekends Tomorrowland 2018 more news has started to come out. Over at 1001tracklists they have ficially tallied up the total spins on all the songs featured at the festival. It might not come as much a surprise …
Illenium opened up about his past struggles with opiate addiction social media today. He explained that six years ago he overdosed on heroin, and through the support his family and friends he was able to lift himself out his addiction. Illenium explains that his decision to open up about his …
Outside Ultra Music Festival, the most in-demand party in Miami this past March was the epic B2B set featuring Cirez D and Adam Beyer. The two legendary artists took the stage for a set that would rock the city to the ground. It sold out quicker than any other party …
Skrillex did something rare this past weekend – he played a full EDM set. As many American’s lamented that the show took place in Japan, everyone was still mystified by the incredible music featured in his set. Obviously Skrillex is one the most respected artists in the history dance music. …
Mental health is finally becoming less taboo to be discussed in the dance music industry. After the tragic death Avicii, artists have begun to get more vulnerable about the inner workings their mind. Ekali has been open and transparent about his life since he first broke onto the scene. Today …
Lollapalooza begins in less than a week now. The festival is one America’s most renowned and largest. Today they took to Instagram to announce that one the many artists performing this year is dropping a highly anticipated release on this Friday, August 3. Illenium first debuted this track at Colorado’s …
I ten get asked the question, “who’s your favorite DJ?”. Any given day I could answer this a variety ways. I do love every genre under the sun. But one artist always sits undisputably at the top my life (besides Daft Punk), and that is Eric Prydz. Sweden’s native son …
Aphex Twin is one the most well-respected producers in the history electronic music. The British native draws his inspiration from the wilds the Northern British landscape. His productions are powerful, mind-bending and at some points full-on overwhelming. When you listen to an Aphex Twin track – you know it in …
Alesso broke onto the scene with a multitude euphoric progressive house hits. Some the songs are still hailed as the most impressive works in the entirety dance music. In recent years Alesso has been producing outside the genres that his fans know to come and love him for, and obviously, …
During Ultra 2018, the entire city was brimming with excitement about the upcoming reunion Swedish House Mafia. While the reunion was technically still unficial until the guys took the stage, some very slick guerilla marketing hinted heavily at the reunion taking place. So when fans started to see stickers in …
Just about all dance music fans are familiar with Salvatore Ganacci after his antics over the past few years. Whether it be is near iconic “try to relax your anus” moment from last year or his over the top dance moves from weekend one. While his set this last weekend …
As Tomorrowland wraps up and fans depart Dreamville, we are left with a lot to process. If one thing was prevalent over the last two weekends, it was the fact that Avicii is truly gone. We saw dozens incredible tributes from both artists and fans alike. As a community, we …
Martin Garrix has bee surprisingly quiet the last few months for an artist who regularly pumps out new tunes like I go on runs (about once every three weeks if we’re being honest). That being said Marty hasn’t exactly been taking it easy. He has been over in Boom, Belgium …
It is really hard to believe that it has already been three months since Avicii tragically passed away. During the time since his passing, we have seen dozens inspiring and heartfelt tributes. These have ranged from flashmob style gatherings complete with acapella performances to awe-inspiring displays from the largest festival …
Alan Walker has had a relatively sparse 2018 in terms releases. That being said when the masked producer has released a new record, it has made an impact. His inclusion on the highly renowned soundtrack to The Greatest Showman helped him chart as well as introduce a new population to …
I remember the first time I ever heard ‘Core’. The single from RL Grime’s iconic album VOID changed the way I listened to electronic music forever. Many producers have echoed this belief over the years. There was nothing average about the entirety VOID. In almost every way it stood out …
It has been quite a while since we have heard any new music from the Aussie Superstar Flume. While we know he has been enjoying his time with his new boo, the renowned author Kelly Oxford, we are not quite sure when we can expect to hear some new tunes. …
David Guetta seemingly never stops. The legendary French producer has been dropping new singles left and right so far in 2018. Now though David has dropped what might be the biggest news for him in 2018 so far, a collaboration with rising talent Anne Marie. Most are familiar with the …
Marshmello is dance music’s biggest star at the moment. He has been absolutely crushing the charts with high prile releases alongside some the biggest names in music. In his most recent cooking video features a truly unexpected cameo from one pop’s biggest stars ever. Most are familiar with Paula Abdul …