Fresh off the release of two commanding new works—his darkly reimagined cover of Peggy Lee’s “Fever” and a lean, sweat-soaked remix of his single “The Mechanic Of Your Power”—David Shaw And The Beat steps back into the spotlight with a focus on intensity, control, and the stories beneath the sound. While “Fever” finds its origins[…]
Jay Newman isn’t new to the melodic space, but Back To Me marks a clear pivot. Built with Joshua Moreno, the new single strips things down to the essentials: rolling percussion, lean arrangements, and enough room for the loop to breathe without losing grip. It’s out now on Magnetic Magazine Recordings, following their earlier joint[…]
If you are looking for a coffee table book that inspires and documents some of the coolest vinyl collectors on the planet, this is the stop you want to get off at. If you’re a vinyl collector, music photographer, crate digger, analog romantic, or simply someone who finds magic in the ritual of putting the[…]
Maverick Helicopters’ famous helicopter transfers to EDC Las Vegas are now on sale for the 2026 festival. With EDC’s upcoming 30th anniversary edition already sold out, the exclusive helicopter provider for Electric Daisy Carnival and the Las Vegas Motor Speedway announced today that it is now accepting bookings for round-trip and one-way flights to EDC[…]
Table of Contents If you’re a producer who travels, records in tight spaces, or just needs a reliable side instrument for songwriting and sessions, Donner’s 2025 Prime Day sales might be worth a serious look. Running from July 8–11, these deals slash prices on the company’s HUSH Series travel guitars, compact synths, studio-friendly digital pianos,[…]
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) has announced its first wave of artists for 2025. Electronic music’s foremost industry conference is back in the Dutch capital for its historic 30th edition this October 22-26, taking place across 200 city-wide venues and featuring another five-day festival program, with performances from over 2,900 artists at more than 1,000 individual[…]
Table of Contents Images Cred: TCL If you’re a music producer constantly toggling between DAWs, reference tracks, and to-do lists, you already know how fast your eyes can burn out. That’s why this year’s Prime Day deal on the TCL NXTPAPER 14 is worth pausing your plugin window to check out. It’s not your average[…]
ISOxo and Knock2 have unveiled the full lineup for their first-ever Niteharts festival. The pair of surging trap and bass house stars, additionally known by their joint alias, ISOKNOCK, will bring a curated roster of high-octane electronic talent to San Diego’s Snapdragon Stadium on October 11-12—with the longtime friends and lifelong San Diegans each slated[…]
So, you’re thinking about putting your money into cannabis in 2025. Well, the sector’s tempting with promises of explosive returns, cultural momentum, and a shift in public policy. But let’s be honest because it can also turn into a messy, unpredictable space without the right knowledge. Let’s go into the market trends fueling consumer growth[…]
Table of Contents I didn’t expect to use this bag as much as I do now but I’m sure you parents out there know that when you stumble across something that solves a simple issue with your kids it quickly becomes a defacto thing in your parents toolkit. Originally picked it up thinking it’d live[…]
Image Credit: NewDeez Finding a great dispensary in Los Angeles can feel like trying to find parking in Silver Lake. It’s a challenge. There are so many options, but not all of them hit the spot. You’re looking for that perfect spot with a good vibe, a menu that gets you excited, and a team[…]
Three years after his acclaimed Robsoul debut, London-based groove master Marlon George returns with a jaw-dropping remix of Colm K & Elaine Downling’s 2011 deep gem “Basics” on Lilac Recordings – and it’s been well worth the wait. Clocking in at a luxurious nine minutes, George’s version of “Basics” is a masterclass; simultaneously rich and[…]
image Cred: Tiesto Press Kit A new month means a fresh roundup of standout melodic techno tracks. This latest edition of our Melodic Techno Chart features 15 of the most compelling releases from across the genre, highlighting what makes each one hit and spotlighting the artists behind them. June’s list includes anthems from genre heavyweights[…]
Roblox started in 2006 as a humble game creation platform. Fast forward to 2025, and this formerly boxy universe has transformed into an AI playground. Behind its colorful façade of user-made games lies a platform where generative AI isn’t an afterthought, it’s central to creation itself. With daily user numbers at 85 million and over[…]
Table of Contents Melbourne Instruments just dropped the 2.0 firmware update for Roto-Control, and the headline feature is full Bitwig Studio integration. This follows the company’s consistent push to tighten the workflow between physical controllers and software environments, adding serious weight to an already unique product. For Bitwig users, this update isn’t just cosmetic. You[…]
Kenn Colt has never been afraid of playing with nostalgia—but this time he’s flipping a trance classic into a peak-time tech house weapon. His new track with Funk D, In My Dreams (Children), reworks Robert Miles’ legendary 1995 single Children into something made for the mainstage in 2025. Big synth hooks, driving low-end, and that[…]
Armin van Buuren has released the second half of his two-part album project, ‘Breathe’, presenting his most personal and creatively ambitious work to date. While the first part, Breathe In, arrived last year, the newly released Breathe Out completes a journey rooted in personal growth and mental clarity. Together, the 51-track collection not only showcases[…]
Tucked away on a 2,000-acre ranch in the small Village of Rothbury, Michigan, lies one of the modern American festival scene’s most profound music experiences, Electric Forest. Whether for its woodland maze of light and color, lengthy soundtrack of world-beating party music, or renowned experiential art, the four-day camping festival has built a decade-old reputation[…]
With a signature blend of emotional storytelling and detailed electronic textures, Bákayan has steadily become one of the most thoughtful voices in the organic house scene. Now debuting on Get Physical with his latest single “Ten Minutes,” the Berlin-based producer, DJ, and live vocalist offers another step forward—bridging hypnotic grooves, layered instrumentation, and introspective vocals[…]
Sometimes, it takes a while for a song to break out of someone’s head and into the world. “The One Uncoded” by Leyla Romanova represents this perfectly: it’s a glitch in the system, a loud call from someone who’s finally woken up. Born in Moscow, trained in classical composition, and shaped by the symphonic minds[…]
Table of Contents I’m fortunate to be able to review such a wide variety of plugins and products. However, sometimes, I don’t go back to the plugin for a while after reviewing it. It’s not that I’m lying to people and saying products are good when they’re actually not; it’s just that not every product[…]