Nocturnal Wonderland 2019 Report Card [Event Review]

The 24th edition Nocturnal Wonderland, America’s longest running rave, went down last weekend in San Bernardino, CA. 80,000 headliners descended upon Glen Helen Regional Park to celebrate the festival’s final edition at the venue. Although there were some slight tweaks to the layout the festival this year, Nocturnal has stayed …

Insomniac Founder Pasquale Rotella Talks Future of EDC Vegas & Orlando In Reddit AMA

EDC Las Vegas is gearing up for its 2020 installment — and there’s nobody better to talk on the experience than Insomniac‘s fearless leader Pasquale Rotella. In a recent AMA, the entertainment guru dished on all things EDC Las Vegas. The music festival is always striving for improvement and makes …

Die Antwoord’s Ninja Officially Accused of Sexual Assault In New Police Report

The controversy between Australian musician Zheani Sparkes and Die Antwoord singer Ninja go back years and years, further than we can effectively expound upon within this article. (Read here if you’re interested in examining the full timeline.) But now, after years, Sparkes has ficially filed a police report in Queensland alleging …

Haywyre's "Panorama: Discover" EP Gets a Remix Treatment

There is no denying that Martin Vogt –better known by his stage name Haywyre– is among the most talented and widely respected artists in electronic music today. Vogt’s experimental blend styles (featuring elements jazz, hip-hop, dubstep, glitch, future bass, house, neuro, classical music and more), along with his incredible live performances, …

WATCH: Kygo and Macklemore Provide EPIC America's Got Talent Finale

Kygo and Macklemore Provide EPIC America’s Got Talent Finale Eight acts made it into the finals this year’s 14th season America’s Got Talent, including eventual winner blind/autistic singer/pianist, Kodi Lee. During this week’s performance, each act brought along a special guest to help with their performance. The Ndlovu Youth Choir & Detroit …

Judah Releases A Darker Take Of Billie Eilish's "idontwannabeyouanymore"

The boys Judah have decided to switch it up from their string original releases and go “Back to our bootleggin’ roots” they say. Judah have taken their love one their favorite vocals, Billie Eilish’s from “idontwannabeyouanymore”, and given them a new home. The vocals now reside inside a fitting dark …

Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter Files Restraining Order Against Aaron for Threats Against His Family

The Carter brothers are feuding in a serious way. And if you’re wondering why we’re talking about this — remember — Aaron Carter is a producer now. The famous brothers grew up in the spotlight, at times even erupting on camera. Now, the family drama has escalated as older bro …

This Major DJ Is Headlining the 2019 Overwatch League Grand Finals This Month

Zedd‘s love for gaming is coming through with a huge headlining performance at the Overwatch League Grand Finals. The competition takes place on September 29th, featuring the Grammy Award-winning artist and Overwatch fan. And when we say fan — Zedd achieved the highest rank possible last year, reaching the Grandmaster rank in …

Riton and Oliver Heldens link up on infectious new single ‘Turn Me On’

London-based DJ and producer Riton has linked up with global superstar Oliver Heldens to release their new highly anticipated single ‘Turn Me On’. Featuring the scintillating vocals UK singer Vula, ‘Turn Me On’ delivers a masterfully modern take on the 1982 Yazoo classic ‘Don’t Go’ – channeling a feel-good, club-ready revamp that seems destined to take the by storm. “I always wanted to …

Usher Dives Back Into EDM On New Collab with One of House Music's Foremost Legends

It’s been four years since Usher was last featured on a dance record. After two chart-topping collaborations with David Guetta and Martin Garrix, also four years apart, he just dropped a tune with South African DJ/producer Black Cfee, “LaLaLa.” “LaLaLa” isn’t your typical house song, playing more toward Black Cfee’s …

“Wake Me Up” Singer Aloe Blacc Releases Avicii Tribute Song On Avicii’s 30th Birthday

On September 8th, Avicii would have celebrated his 30th birthday. To remember his dear friend and collaborator, Aloe Blacc released a song titled “Things You Left Behind” in honor the late legend. The song is st and sentimental, but also raw, relying on Aloe’s heavy words to tell the story. …

Martin Garrix Reveals Brand New Single "Used To Love"

During the fifth anniversary Lollapalooza Berlin this past weekend, Martin Garrix announced that he will release his brand new single “Used To Love” by the end October. The track is made in collaboration with Australian singer-songwriter Dean Lewis, known for his hit single “Waves,” and who was also performing at …

The Him Shine On New Tropical Pop Jam "Walk Alone"

Known for their uplifting melodies and worldwide acclaimed dance gems, The Him returns with the much anticipated new single ‘Walk Alone’. Following earlier global hits like ‘Nothing On Us’, ‘Unstoppable’ and ‘Found Me’, it’s a record that takes the Dutch duo’s famed upbeat sound to exciting new grounds, working up …

Armin van Buuren Announces Name & Release Date Of 28-Track Seventh Studio Album

Having already released a debut album from his GAIA project with producer partner Benno de Goeij this year, Armin van Buuren today has just announced the name, release date, and full tracklist for his 7th studio album, Balance. Balance, which follows on previous albums 76, Shivers, Imagine, Mirage, Intense, and Embrace, …

EDM’s Top DJ Duo Just Launched Its Own E-Sports Team

Dimitri Vegas, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, has long been vocal about his love for video games. Now, the duo have ficially announced the creation their own e-sports organisation, Smash Esports. Smash Esports will kick f by launching their CS:GO (Counter-Strike: Global Offensive) team, which is a first-person shooter game where strategy is key. In a bid …

Tinder Offers Online Daters $30 Tickets To The Hottest Live Nation Shows

Swipe right for concert tickets! Tinder and Live Nation are teaming up to bring online daters affordable concert experiences. Anyone using the app is eligible for $30 tickets to hot shows for the rest the summer, as part the “epic first dates” initiative. Right now, Tinder users can snag concert …

Justin Bieber Comes Clean On Instagram About Hardcore Drug Abuse & Childhood Fame

At 25, Justin Bieber has experienced (probably more than anyone else) the ups and downs fame. Now, he’s finally ready to open up. In the post below, the singer/songwriter details the ramifications his superstardom. From the failed relationships, to heavy drug use, to struggles with childhood fame — from the …

Kris Kross Amsterdam & Conor Maynard – ‘Ooh Girl’(feat. A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie)

The mighty Kris Kross Amsterdam returns with their much anticipated new single ‘Ooh Girl’. Teaming up again with trusted singer Conor Maynard and joined by burgeoning rapper A Boogie With Da Hoodie to complete this dream team. The record is an impressive blend sultry R&B rhythms, infectious chorus lines and …

This Legendary Tiësto Album Just Turned 15 Years Old & It’s Just As Good Today

Many things have changed over the course 15 years — but Tiësto remains on top! One release that has truly stood the test time is the producer’s “everlasting, time-transcending,” trance album Just Be. It’s theatrical and moving, enticing and mysterious, and blasts us back to 2009 in a flash. Tiësto’s …

Your EDM Video Exclusive: Kick the Weekend off With Smooth Miami Style from Young Goats

Your EDM debuted Young Goats last month with their first album, Goat Life vol. 1 and we’re loving their pop-infused crossover style. The album folds in elements house music and EDM, reggaeton, UK grime and Bone Thugs-style hip hop with an extremely high level production. Those who haven’t heard it yet …

One of the World’s Biggest Festivals Is Turning Everyone’s Poop Into Electricity

Going to the bathroom in a porta-potty would never be considered a pleasant experience by any stretch the imagination. Even the VIP bathrooms that some festivals are now adopting could hardly be called “inviting.” But what if by urinating and defecating you were actually working toward a good cause? Reading Festival …

Cosmic Gate's New Studio Album Is An Absolute Treat For Trance Fans, New & Old

“The trick isn’t so much being lucky, but more recognising luck when it happens” suggests Nic Chagall. “Nic & I could have gotten talking in the reception area that studio in 1999 and – looking back – might have just gone our separate ways, contemplates Bossi. “That’s not what happened …

Die Antwoord apparently pulled from multiple festivals for committing violent hate crime

South African group Die Antwoord are allegedly being pulled from festival lineups after a viral video was uploaded showing members Yolandi and Ninja engaging in outright homophobic behavior and more. The video is from 2012, but has been written about in one fashion or another by publications as early as this …

Martin Garrix Channels His Inner Nirvana for New Collab [MUST LISTEN]

Still fairly fresh out the hospital, Martin Garrix comes back with another new song this summer called “Home” with Bonn. It’s hard to tell what the Dutch star’s musical trajectory is these days, considering he’s released such a diverse collection songs like “Summer Days,” “Mistaken,” and “These Are The Times,” …

Mac Miller’s Beloved Breakout Mixtape Is Coming To Streaming Services This Year [DETAILS HERE]

Mac Miller‘s beloved mixtape, K.I.D.S. is expected to hit streaming platforms in 2019, nine years after its initial release. This, according to Benjy Grinberg Rostrum Records. In the Instagram post below, he reveals: On this 9th anniversary the first tape that Mac and Rostrum put out together, I’m excited to …

Dirty South Takes Us In Depth Into His Career Growth, Artistic Process, and New EP [Exclusive Interview]

If you’re a long time EDM fan you probably know and love Dirty South from the halcyon days progressive house and his classic 2013 collaboration with Alesso, “City Dreams.” However, dance music, and well, everything else in the world, has changed quite a bit since then. The Serbian-Australian DJ and …

Carnage Wraps Up Trilogy Of EDM Comeback Tunes with New Banger [INTERVIEW]

23 days ago, Carnage dropped “Blitzkrieg” with Nazaar, setting f a chain reaction bass and heavy sound that is finally culminating today with “Holy Moly.” After putting out “Letting People Go” and “Wait For Me” earlier this year, Carnage felt like it was time to return to his roots, albeit …

EDC Orlando 2019 Details and Big Florida News Have Been Revealed

As many you know, Insomniac announced tonight this year’s EDC Orlando lineup by music through music. In other words, Insomniac had its founder, Pasquale Rotella play the music artists that would be performing at this year’s music festival on Night Owl Radio. Besides playing the tracks many beloved artists, Rotella …

FULL SETS: Illenium, San Holo & More Live At Moonrise Fest 2019

Mid-Atlantic’s premier music event, Moonrise Festival, took place over the weekend in Baltimore, Maryland. With festival season in full swing, we obviously can’t make them all — but we can relive the live sets online. Some EDM’s finest took the stage at Moonrise 2019, including Illenium, KSHMR, NGHTMRE x Slander, …

Good Times Ahead Discuss New Album and Record Label and Leaving GTA Behind [Interview]

Veteran producer/DJ duo GTA announced that they were getting rid the acronym and fully embracing their brand as Good Times Ahead. The news the name shift was accompanied by the release the first single f their upcoming album, “Milky Cabrera” with Diplo on vocals. Last week, we were treated to …

Tomorrowland Winter Is Back! Announced for 2020 Return

Earlier this year, almost thirty thousand music lovers from all over the world took over the entire Alpe d’Huez Grand Domaine Ski Area for the very first Tomorrowland Winter. With performances from artists such as Martin Garrix, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Lost Frequencies, Armin van Buuren, Steve Aoki, Martin Solveig, …

Diplo Strips Down for Webcam Sex In Raunchy New Calvin Klein Ad

Calvin Klein just launched its fall #MyCalvins campaign, #MyCalvinsIRL, celebrating “two totally different perspectives what sexy looks like,” both vulnerable and confident. The roster for the campaign is a who’s who anyone you’ve ever wanted to see in their underwear: Naomi Campbell, Diplo, Odell Beckham Jr., Beth Ditto, Euphoria’s Jacob …

Fans Were Pissed About Flume’s Red Rocks Openers, But He Doesn’t Give A F*ck

Flume just completed a 2-night run at Colorado’s legendary Red Rocks Amphitheater and left the crowd speechless both nights. The same, however, can’t be said for his openers. Flume was supported by JPEGMAFIA and slowthai on both nights, and from attendee tweets on Twitter, didn’t win over many new fans. …