Sónar Barcelona is not playing it safe in 2026. The festival’s innovation and digital culture platform, Sónar+D, has officially unveiled a bold new program centered on the future of AI, digital art, internet culture, and human connection. This year’s edition will take place on June 18 and 19, 2026 at Llotja de Mar in central[…]
MORTEN and Malaa just gave festival fans a moment to remember. The two dance music powerhouses officially released their brand-new collaboration, ‘Shock The System,‘ in perfect sync with the start of their back-to-back set on the Tomorrowland Winter Mainstage. Timed down to the minute for a release last Wednesday, March 25 at 22:20, the release[…]
Workwear has always had a strange relationship with nightlife and studio culture. The same jackets and boots designed for real labor often end up looking right at home in clubs, studios, and late-night sessions where people are building something different but equally demanding. That crossover sits at the center of a new Cat Apparel capsule[…]
Jack Lazarus returns with Welcome To Arcadia, a 14-track full-length released through his own imprint, Into The Myst, and it feels like the point where the full scope of his project comes into view. He has released on our label before, so there is already a clear sense of the care he puts into his[…]
Controversial bass DJ/producer Bassnectar just announced the end of his ‘hiatus’ signaling a potential return to music and live performances. In a recent Instagram post, Bassnectar (Lorin Ashton) shared a message declaring, “The hiatus is over… 2026 is a year of new beginnings and re-awakenings.” The statement marks one of his most direct indications yet that he plans to[…]
Vintage & Morelli (pictured above) and Discognition link up on “Bad Ideas & Champagne,” out now via Magnetic Magazine Recordings as the label’s 66th release. The collaboration brings together two artists with a shared focus on melodic structure and long-form progression, resulting in a record that is built with club context in mind while still[…]
Audio Paak steps into his next musical chapter with the release of ‘Dallas Dance’ via Alikoto Music Consult. A Producer and DJ with strong roots in the Afrobeats space, Audio Paak now transitions into the deeper, more culturally nuanced landscape of Afro House, working to combine his rich tapestry of influences, experience and background into[…]
Nino Blink steps into 2026 with a clear run of releases and a steady increase in activity behind the decks. His Full Tilt EP lands on Gain Records today on March 20, marking his second release of the year, with another project already lined up on Elektrotribe a week later. Alongside that, he is set[…]
After two decades on major stages around the world, ANNA is entering a different phase of her work, one with a broader frame for what sound can do. Her recent output still holds the force and connection people know from her sets, though it also opens into ambient work, reflection, and a closer look at[…]
After months of circulating through DJ sets and building serious traction online, GUDFELLA’s long-awaited single ‘Morning Coffee’ ft. Jitwam has officially arrived today via Thrive Music. The track has quickly become one of the most talked-about IDs of the past year – gaining momentum across social media while lighting up dancefloors worldwide ahead of its[…]
NYLON today announced the launch of its inaugural NYLON House Dance 100 list, a new annual vertical recognizing the artists shaping the sound, culture, and future of global dance music. Leading the first-ever ranking is John Summit. He was named No. 1 DJ of 2026 and is featured as the cover star of the issue. The list[…]
Wynn Nightlife has dropped “The Year of Excess,” a short cinematic film produced entirely in-house at Wynn Las Vegas. Narrated by Rob Riggle, it captures the raw intensity of Vegas nightlife without holding back. The piece follows 14 high-profile DJs through a series of over-the-top scenes set across Wynn and Encore properties. Calvin Harris, The[…]
EK3 is stepping into its next phase with “Love Is Sick,” a release that reflects how the project came together in the first place. This was not built as a planned duo. It formed through repeated studio sessions, where two artists from different backgrounds kept returning to the same space and refining ideas until the[…]
Zara Larsson will perform for the first time at UNTOLD this summer. This edition, called UNTOLD ONE, marks a new era for the festival, which is currently ranked #3 in the world among festivals. The event will take place from August 6-9 in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, in the heart of Transylvania. Zara Larsson performing at UNTOLD[…]
*Featured Cover Photo Credit: Ibiza Spotlight / O Beach Ibiza The hospitality division of UMG (Universal Music Group) is entering the beach club business through a new joint venture with IMI Group, a well-known company that invests in hospitality and lifestyle brands, including O Beach. This move comes as Universal Music expands its global retail[…]
Just in, Solomun announced he will be stepping away from his Coachella 2026 performances after undergoing surgery on his left ear. He shared the update himself, keeping it simple and honest — the surgery went well, but he needs more time before putting his body back into a festival setting. Hearing should return to normal[…]
SOUNDBOKS has introduced a new entry into its portable speaker lineup with the Soundboks Mix, and the positioning is clear from the start. This is a speaker built for movement across different environments, from small indoor sessions to outdoor gatherings, with a focus on maintaining consistent output and usability across those contexts. The company is[…]
CRSSD Fest returned to San Diego’s Waterfront Park for its spring 2026 edition, to perfect weather and unmatched vibes. Despite the recent California heatwave, Saturday and Sunday of the festival were a cool 75 and sunny — setting the stage for a weekend in paradise. Once again executing an impressive production with thoughtful amenities, CRSSD Fest showed us[…]
The German duo share a new remix – the latest viral hit of the bands illustrious career How many indie bands of the nineties and noughties are still around? And how any of them, have genuinely kept themselves relevant in the TikTok era? Not so many, that’s why German duo Milky Chance, are a band[…]
Fans of both fantasy and underground dance music are in for something truly unique this spring, as the news just broke of a Lord of the Rings-themed rave, featuring none other than Elijah Wood (who you may know as Frodo Baggins) on the decks. Celebrating 25 years since the first LOTR movie, Elijah Wood will[…]
Alexander Popov and Terry Golden join forces once again for their latest release, ‘Could Be Loved,’ landing on Interplay Records. Following their previous collaborations, including their 2025 track ‘Obsession,’ the single further highlights the creative connection between the pair. With complementary styles, their work continues to culminate in music that feels balanced, refined, and powerful.[…]
