Highlights from the best genre in electronic music this month include two spectacular EPs which I wasn’t shy about including in the chart. Regent’s Cratea E.P. and Scheermann’s Viciosa E.P. which you can find on the consistent Mutual Rytm imprint. Combined, the two releases cover first six tracks in the chart. Feel free to explore[…]
Grief is a challenging thing to tackle in and of itself, let alone through music. And, yet, Carla Patullo‘s new album “NOMADICA” somehow encapsulates all of the complexities of loss into one introspective, heart-wrenching package. Released on August 22, 2025, the Grammy winning composer’s new album is a meditation on grief, memory, and connection, crafted[…]
Top news in tunes this past full month of Summer 2025 includes notable pairs that made a quality impact. Two off Defected and two off Toolroom. Plus, two stalwarts that run Scissor & Thread who are back after a significant absence. Top of the heap though is Sosa with “Time Away” on Eastenderz. One that[…]
RISE Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary, but it’s never looked like this. Known for its ceremonious release of tens of thousands of paper lanterns in the Mojave Desert, the three-day event and its interactive art colossus have turned heads since its launch in 2014. But for the festival’s decade celebration this fall, in addition[…]
Table of Contents Outerknown has built its reputation on sustainability, but what pulled me in was the promise of clothing that feels reliable day after day. Founded by Kelly Slater, the brand makes a point of using organic and regenerative materials, corozo nut buttons, and environmentally responsible practices. That mission matters, but my real interest[…]
Photo Cred: Chris Lee Pop artist, producer, and Berklee graduate MkX is back with a new single, “UP,” a track that channels early 2000s pop through a modern 2025 lens. The single arrives on the heels of a busy year for the Billboard-charting artist, including a string of Pride festival performances across the country and[…]
Armin van Buuren has released the 11th edition of his celebrated White Isle mix series, unveiling ‘A State of Trance Ibiza 2025 (Mixed by Armin van Buuren).’ The project arrives as the trance icon continues another high-energy summer at Ushuaïa Ibiza, where he remains a resident fixture. Structured in three parts—On The Beach, In The[…]
Out today via Magnetic Magazine Recordings, the latest single from Jérémie Herreman marks a clear evolution in his sound. With roots in classical piano and years spent developing his production skills behind the scenes, the track leans into refined melodic structure and intentional pacing. It prioritizes substance over spectacle. This one is built to sit[…]
I’ve always loved the idea of hosting summer “drive-in” style movie nights, either in the backyard or while camping, with the one rule that only movies made before 1990 can be screened. Flicks that just don’t get made anymore, like comedies, and anything with a whiff of John Hughes vibes, think The Three Amigos, Caddyshack,[…]
Berlin’s Bromsen aren’t interested in nostalgia for its own sake. With their new single “Data Highway”, a collaboration with German producer Robert “Reatsch” Eydner, the duo of Richard and Karlo Bromsen stretch their roots in indie rock and synthwave into something truly unique: a neon-lit, 80’s-inspired production sharpened by the anxieties of our sometimes-too-connected present.[…]
Finalfix‘s SoundCloud bio is exactly what you need to know about his music: “DRUM AND BASS IN YA FACE”. Today, he returns to Dutch heavyweight label Blackout Music with his newest EP, “Full Metal Halo“. It’s a fascinating five-tracker that highlights everything we’ve come to know and love about Finalfix: crispy drums, eerie atmospheres, and[…]
Sosi debuts with a joyful and emphatic album project.. If you’re looking for a slice of Colombian sun, to enjoy while drowning in cocktails and sandy beaches.. We might just have the tonic for you.. Sosi.’s debut album “Our Time” is a luminous exploration of rhythm, melody, and emotion, showcasing the Colombian producer’s signature blend[…]
Though Atlanta may be known as the South’s hip-hop capital, for two days each December, the ATL is all about D&B. Jungle Bells, one of the region’s most celebrated independent festivals dedicated to the high-speed genre, is back in Atlanta on December 12-13, this time expanding its annual assemblage of the most influential DJs in[…]
Bop finds Ruth Royall leaning into her producer role with the same intent and conviction that defined her debut album Queen. Released on her Royall Sound label, the track carries the soulful vocal work and rhythmic instincts she’s known for, wrapped in garage and drum and bass influences. It’s direct, infectious, and built for energy[…]
Few acts in modern house music embody versatility and energy quite like UK duo Solardo. Known for their genre-defying approach, the pair have built a catalog that spans chart-topping house and techno festival-ready anthems, along with collaborations with icons such as Tiësto, Poppy Baskcomb, and Idris Elba. From Glastonbury and Tomorrowland to Miami’s Ultra and[…]
Pørtl’s debut EP Elodie on Magnetic Magazine Recordings shows a duo in full control of their process. Across the title track and its B-side Alba, they’ve locked in a sound that blends precision with organic movement. In this How It Was Made feature, they walk us through the tools and ideas that shaped the release[…]
LongFeng has unveiled the full lineup for its highly-anticipated return to the Burning Man playa. A breathing paradox of myth and machine, this innovative art car bends and unfurls with the grace of the contortionists who inspired its form, hosting a world-class roster of electronic music talent amidst the dust. Born from a love story on[…]
Table of Contents Above Img Cred: Melbourne Instruments When I first heard about Melbourne Instruments’ Roto-Control, my attention was caught in full force by how interesting and potentially unique it actually was (which is saying something in this day and age). Motorized encoders on a compact desktop MIDI controller is something I’ve wanted for years, and[…]
AZRUM has arrived with The Collector Of Souls, a four-track EP out now on HypnoVizion. The release introduces listeners to a cinematic tale of myth, hallucination, and power unraveling through sound. Tracks like “The King” and the title cut drive the project’s dark tone, all centered on the story of a dying prince and a[…]
Screenshot from the official “Drum Show” music video, directed by Mark C Eshleman for Reel Bear Media (© Twenty One Pilots / Fueled By Ramen). Twenty One Pilots have just dropped “Drum Show,” the second single from their new record Breach. The track brings a punchy rock sound and adds a fresh moment in the[…]
Table of Contents The Empress Effects ZOIA is one of those pedals that redefines what a single piece of hardware can be. And okay, that sounds almost borderline hyperbolic, but honestly, with a small and punchy little peddle like this, it actually lives up to that buzz-phrase level writing. On paper, it is described as[…]
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