Lisbon queer venue Planeta Manas has announced that it will close for good on July 25 following a string of police raids in the last five months. Announced via a statement on Instagram yesterday (April 24), the venue wrote: “Even though we carry no regrets, we’ve reached a point where maintaining the physical existence of[…]
Michael Bibi has put out his first release in two years, ‘Sungazing (Electronic Mix)’, calling it a “miracle” in an emotional social media post. The DJ and producer was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, CNS lymphoma, in 2023, and was forced to take a step away from the music world while undergoing treatment.[…]
Music, art, and Gen-Z pop culture are set to collide in the Philippines when &FRIENDS, a first-of-its-kind music festival, debuts at Okada Manila next month. Helmed by global creator studio Clout Kitchen and billed as the “biggest EDM festival in the Philippines,” the two-day event and expo will bring top global DJs and digital creators[…]
Unlike most of Coachella, the Do Lab curates their own unique lineup each weekend that doesn’t make its way to the official poster. Although, dance music is generally the focus of the artfully designed stage and many of the desert ravers understand that this secondary lineup is where you can find a lot of the[…]
Pyramid Ibiza is set to make a triumphant return to Amnesia for its eighth consecutive season, running every Sunday from June 8 to October 5, 2025. Renowned for its commitment to underground electronic music, Pyramid continues to be a beacon for clubbers seeking authentic experiences on the White Isle. A Two-Room Format, Two Distinct Vibes[…]
You don’t rack up 700 million streams by winging it. DJ KATCH isn’t new to this — and with his latest single ‘No Good’ dropping April 11th via Selected, he’s reminding us why he stays at the top of his game. Teaming up with rising Australian talent Clearest, KATCH flips the iconic hook from Kelly[…]
Eric Prydz is making his way to Hollywood. One of his most iconic tracks (that he recently started playing again) was used in a promo for the new movie, Warfare. A24 has been producing some of the best movies over the last decade, and their newest one is getting stellar reviews. They used ‘Call On[…]
In the latest venture from the team behind London nightlife crew The Cause, a new venue has been established in Hackney Wick, Vittoria Wharf. The new 200-capacity “events and project space” opened its doors for the first time on Friday (April 18) with an afterparty following an event at their flagship venue. The industrial loft[…]
Iconic former Berlin nightclub Watergate is set to make a comeback this summer with a new series of open-air parties. The Kreuzberg venue closed at the end of 2024 after 27 years, citing financial pressures such as “inflation, the energy crisis, rising costs in general, and, not least, the high rent” for the decision. The[…]
GRIDLIFE Midwest Festival will return to Gingerman Raceway from Friday, June 6 – Sunday, June 8, 2025 for its 12th edition, where it has annually welcomed thousands of adrenaline-seekers for the premier ‘Speed Meets Sounds’ experience. The festival has revealed a star-studded lineup for the three-day affair including festival veterans like Chicago trio Levity, who will mark a full-circle[…]
Hitting the rave solo? You’re not alone—well, technically you are, but solo raving can be an epic adventure. You get to dance to your own beat, discover new music, and meet awesome people without having to coordinate with a group. But flying solo means you need to be extra prepared to keep things fun and[…]
Image Creds: Sachin Soni We’re excited to premiere “Algoza” — the third track from Origins, the upcoming collaboration between Hamza Rahimtula and Rajasthan Folkstars — a day ahead of its official release on Sol Selectas. Built around the twin flute of the same name, “Algoza” threads raw melodic phrasing with a crisp electronic structure, capturing[…]
GRAMMY-nominated electronic trio Above & Beyond return to North America this summer for a 13-date amphitheater tour in support of their forthcoming studio album, Bigger Than All Of Us. Presented by Live Nation and spanning three months, the tour marks the group’s first full album tour in North America since 2018’s ‘Common Ground.’ It kicks[…]
The global electronic music industry grew by 6% last year to $12.9 billion, according to the IMS Business Report 2025. The annual report was published today, April 23, at the International Music Summit (IMS) in Ibiza and features findings on revenues, genre trends, audience habits and artists from across the electronic music industry. The report[…]
A new survey conducted by the Pete Tong DJ Academy has shared its findings during a talk conducted by CEO Alex Tripi at the International Music Summit (IMS) in Ibiza today, April 23. The survey was put to 15,000 DJs and producers who use the Pete Tong DJ Academy, with findings indicating concerns around the[…]
Adam Toxic has returned with his powerful new single “Awakening,” out now on Trip and Bass Records. Known for his expansive career across Europe and Asia and a deep-rooted presence in Poland’s underground electronic scene, Toxic, offers a fresh melodic techno cut that captures a pivotal moment of personal and creative transformation. “‘Awakening’ was born[…]
Insomniac has unveiled the lineup for the 2025 edition of Day Trip Festival. Once a Sunday afternoon party at Academy LA, Day Trip Festival is now known as one of the West Coast’s premier house and techno events, returning to the coastline of the Queen Mary Waterfront in Long Beach, California, this June 21-22. Leading[…]
There’s a reason Paul van Dyk has remained relevant for three decades, and it’s not because he’s chasing trends. It’s because he stays locked into the things that actually move people—emotion, groove, and melodic storytelling. With This World Is Ours, his first studio album in five years, he’s offering more than a set of tracks.[…]
Miami’s famous III Points festival has dropped off its phase one lineup for 2025. Returning to the Mana Wynwood Convention Center for its 12th edition this October 17-18, the heralded event has tapped another set of eclectic multi-genre names for this year’s lineup, which will swell to over 100 acts spanning underground dance, rap, indie[…]
Electronic music content on TikTok achieved a significant milestone last year, surpassing indie music in viewership for the first time. Posts tagged with #ElectronicMusic collectively generated 13 billion views. As noted by The Guardian, electronic music’s growth on the social media platform is accelerating faster than indie, rap, and hip hop. Its popularity surged by[…]
Daft Punk fans may soon get the chance to own a piece of electronic music history — in brick form. A LEGO recreation of the legendary French duo’s Alive 2007 stage setup has officially advanced to the review stage on the LEGO Ideas platform, a crucial step that could lead to official production. Patrick Harboun, also[…]