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This week on @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down with @LaidbackLuke for a rare deep dive into his Vegas roots, the peak of EDM, and what keeps him inspired after three decades behind the decks. He recalls returning to Las Vegas and the opening of Hakkasan in 2012, a moment he calls the “we won” era of dance music when pop stars like @Pitbull and @IAmWill jumped on the EDM wave (01:66). Luke breaks down those early residencies that felt exotic at the time and how Vegas became a second home (06:10). The conversation turns to his most viral controversy: DJing on an iPhone. Luke explains the real setup behind it, the backlash, and how he uses feedback from that experience to push technology forward (11:27). Between laughs about “Do Not...

It’s that time of year once again, so on the new episode of Beatsource Tech, Mojaxx takes us through some of the good Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals for DJs that he’s come across around the web. Check out the Black Friday 2025 video from Mojaxx on DJcityTV. The post What are the best deals for DJs this Black Friday? – 2025 Edition appeared first on DJcity News - Music and news for DJs and producers.

Migrant’s new single “Anahata” moves with intention. Named after the heart chakra, it channels openness, balance, and vulnerability through evolving melodies and carefully layered textures. The track feels both human and hypnotic, showing a producer focused on emotional depth rather than surface-level energy. That feeling comes through his process as much as the sound itself. Using Native Instruments’ Kontrol S49 MK3 and Kontakt, Migrant builds each idea from feeling first, shaping rhythm and melody only after the emotional center is clear. The controller and its light-guided workflow let him play intuitively, while Kontakt provides the atmospheric foundation that grounds his work in warmth and realism. Jump to these sections...

Dutch producer Huminal has built a reputation for melodic house and techno that balances clarity with emotion. His latest collaboration with Mitch de Klein, Mirage, released on Purified Records, achieves this balance through meticulous sound design and a strong sense of spatial depth. Each layer feels intentional, from the bass weight to the airy movement in the chords, creating a space that feels alive without ever feeling crowded. For Huminal, the secret sits in the tools that shape his sound. Raum became a defining part of his workflow while working on Mirage, allowing him to build space that supports melody and movement rather than overwhelming them. His use of reverb goes beyond simple ambience and becomes part of the composition...

With the holiday season approaching, there’s no better time to upgrade your studio setup. And at Native Instruments, we are excited to bring you big savings on essential music production tools, including Maschine, Kontrol keyboards, and our flagship software. Whether you’re a seasoned producer or an aspiring music creator, this year’s deals will give you limitless opportunities to elevate your sound from Native Instruments and iZotope. These exclusive Cyber Season deals are designed to help you compose, produce, and mix your music with the utmost precision and creativity. From powerful beat-making tools to innovative sound libraries, there’s something for everyone. This is your chance to score some incredible black friday music gear...

Denver bass music trio Hostage Situation has been on a relentless campaign since dropping their sophomore album ‘Hostile Frequencies’ back in October. Fresh off a successful Phase 1 tour that saw them destroy stages at DANCEFESTOPIA, WAKAAN, and venues across North America, the group is doubling down with Phase 2, adding 20+ new dates that stretch all the way through March 2026. They’ve also just released the “Burn For You” remix package, featuring 15 artists including DirtySnatcha, HEKLER, and FRAXURE putting their own spin on the album’s lead single. We caught up with Hostage Situation to talk about curating remixes, maintaining tour energy over seven months on the road, and what it takes to truly take crowds hostage night after...

Vancouver’s music scene is gearing up for one of its biggest nights in recent memory. On Saturday, December 20th, 2025, MashBit makes his long-awaited Canada debut at Harbour Theatre, bringing a wave of high-emotion, high-impact energy that fans have been waiting for. From his breakout collaboration with ILLENIUM on “Refugee” to remixes for Gryffin and Seven Lions, MashBit has carved out a lane built on soothing melodies and eclectic sound design. With his hit single “Light” crossing 10 million streams on Spotify alone and his live sets becoming known for a mix of euphoric builds, house signatures and melodic bass, his arrival in Vancouver feels overdue. To turn things up even further, Dirty Audio joins the lineup with the heavy...

Few artists in melodic bass can translate emotion into sound quite like William Black, and his latest project might be his most powerful statement to date. Out now via Lost In Dreams, The Shadow Realm LP finds William exploring the duality between light and darkness, heartbreak and hope, and the constant push toward self-acceptance through music. Spanning 12 tracks, the album is a cinematic dive into the human condition, pairing William’s signature melodic writing with a darker, more atmospheric edge. From the soaring introspection of “Find Me In The Dark” with baby blue to the haunting tension of “Nightmare” alongside Fairlane and AMIDY, the record feels like both a confessional and a catharsis. Other collaborations include Rosie...

Wingtip has built his career on merging pop songwriting with rock textures and electronic production. His new album Luckyman, released on Nettwerk, expands that blend into what he calls “maximalist classic rock,” bringing together guitars, pedal steel, saxophone, and strings with digital tools like Kontakt. A key piece of that balance came from The Grandeur. The instrument helped Wingtip create surreal piano moments, balance live recordings with digital clarity, and add layers that carried the scale of the record. Built partly in a Malibu Airbnb with collaborators Theo Kandel and Jack Kleinick, Luckyman shows how flexibility between acoustic and digital elements can create records that feel both nostalgic and forward-looking. Wingtip...

This week on the R.O.A.D. Podcast, the crew sits down with Knowpa Slaps — Bay Area DJ and the creator of RNB & Ribs, one of the most impactful R&B party brands in the scene today. Knowpa talks about the early spark that inspired the party and how he keeps each set feeling new while balancing the dual roles of DJ and promoter (06:15). The conversation digs into the rise of R&B day parties and how oversaturation has made it tougher for events to truly stand out (08:03). Knowpa explains why intention is everything — from choosing the right cities to honoring local culture — and how he proved RNB & Ribs could thrive far beyond the Bay Area, expanding to markets like Austin and even Japan (12:49). He shares what songs hit overseas (14:20)...

Apple TV+’s Chief of War brings Hawai’ian history to the global stage, co-created by Jason Momoa and scored by Hans Zimmer with James Everingham. The soundtrack blends orchestral power with indigenous Hawai’ian traditions, capturing both the intensity and humanity of the story. For Everingham, the project involved more than composing. Alongside commercial libraries, he created custom Kontakt instruments to handle recordings of Hawai’ian percussion, vocals, and woodwinds, ensuring these elements were integrated with authenticity and precision. We spoke with James about the role of Kontakt in his scoring workflow, how custom libraries shaped Chief of War, and the lessons learned from balancing traditional performances with modern...

Iglesias has built his reputation on crisp, groove-heavy tech house and a live approach that keeps his sets unpredictable. His latest single, “Chula”, marks a long-awaited debut on Solid Grooves, a label known for tracks that dominate clubs and festivals alike. The track was born from a live edit tested in Buenos Aires, which Iglesias later expanded into a full studio production. That workflow, which starts on stage and finishes in the studio, also defines his use of Traktor. With a custom-mapped Traktor controller, Iglesias reshapes tracks in real-time, looping, layering, and sampling to give each performance its own unique character. In this interview, he explains how “Chula” came together, how Traktor anchors his hybrid live...

Dutch producer Mitch de Klein has steadily established himself as a leading figure in melodic techno, releasing across Spectrum, Armada, Steyoyoke, and Filth On Acid. His productions balance technical precision with an emotional core, earning support from Joris Voorn, RÜFÜS DU SOL, and Eelke Kleijn. Records like Mankind and Embrace have become fixtures in DJ sets worldwide. With his new single “I Need To Know,” Mitch reconnects with Swedish vocalist Olivia Pauline for a collaboration centered on her topline, captured with a simple microphone and refined into a dancefloor-ready cut. The track reflects Mitch’s dedication to clarity and atmosphere, with Komplete tools playing a key role in shaping the mix. Jump to these sections: 10...

Denver-based trio Hostage Situation has released their debut album Hostile Frequencies, a 21-track project that cements their rise from local fixtures to national headliners. The record captures the full scope of their approach, blending heavy dubstep and riddim with bass house, vocal-driven collaborations, and more exploratory textures. Kontakt plays a central role in shaping this album’s identity. Across tracks like The Device, the group leaned on libraries such as Ashlight, Straylight, and Pharlight to build atmospheric tension before unleashing explosive drops. Paired with tools like Playbox, Raum, and Guitar Rig, their workflow shows how Native Instruments’ creative suites can be used to expand sound design possibilities in heavy...

Flavor of the Month is your plug for the hottest new DJ edits, remixes, and bootlegs – handpicked by the ROAD Podcast crew. These DJcity exclusives are guaranteed to turn heads and level up your set. Sign up to preview the tracks for free. New users: Unlock full download access for just $10. November 2025’s #FOTM picks include: Ma Tnsani (Yalla Habibi) – Rollo Tomasi Remix – Vanco (ft. Aya) Charger (Alex Selas Remix) – Triangle Des Bermudes (ft. MC Yoshi, Mauvais Djo & Kokosvoice) Take Over Control (Hills Remix) – Afrojack (ft. Eva Simons) Who’s That Girl? (Richastic Remix) – Eve Follow the R.O.A.D. Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. The post 🍦R.O.A.D. Podcast – Flavor Of The Month (November 2025) appeared...

After a few months in the public beta testing phase, Serato DJ Pro (and Lite) 4.0 is finally available for download as a full release. In the new episode of Beatsource Tech, Mojaxx reminds us of all the new features, highlights a positive change since the first beta, and finds some missing functionality which has him really scratching his head… Check out the recap of Serato DJ Pro 4.0 from Mojaxx on DJcity TV. The post Serato Four-Point… Less? appeared first on DJcity News - Music and news for DJs and producers.

Notable tracks that were added to DJcity this week. View them all here. Download the tracks below. (* indicates DJcity Exclusive) Coming Up – Odd Mob, OMNOM & HYPERBEAM Otha Boy – Lil Baby Scarface – Yandel Daddy Yankee: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 0/66 * – DJ Mag Remix – Bizarrap & Daddy Yankee Lose Control – Rob DVS Remix * – Missy Elliott (ft. Ciara & Fat Man Scoop) Lights – The DISCO_NECT Holdin On Edit – Ellie Goulding UP N DOWN – Vice & Eric Dlux Safe – NIE Remix – Cardi B (ft. Kehlani) Bad Romance – MCHALE Remix – Lady Gaga SPEED DEMON – Esentrik Remix – Justin Bieber DJcity’s weekly picks are selected by Sir Marcus. To receive them via email, click here Sign up to preview the tracks for free. New users: Unlock full...

Rising electronic music progressive TATE SEDAR unveiled his brand-new single “breakDOWN”, available now on all major streaming platforms. More than just another release, this track represents a milestone moment in SEDAR’s career: his first official release on Dim Mak’s forward-thinking imprint New Noise. Known for spotlighting cutting-edge talent, New Noise provides the perfect platform for TATE’s mission to push electronic music into the future while staying true to its roots. “breakDOWN” was first sparked in late summer 2023, when TATE SEDAR began experimenting with new textures and rhythms. The result is a dark yet uplifting journey that blends breakbeat-inspired drums, nostalgic synths, and a stuttered vocal lead. The track...

Fast-rising artist KAS:ST has finally unveiled ADORE, his impressive 12-track album that marks one of his most personal and expansive statements to date. Known for his cinematic approach to electronic music, he uses this album to explore love, distance, resilience, and self-reflection with a level of emotional clarity that feels both intimate and widescreen. As you’ll hear below, rather than sticking to any single lane, the project moves fluidly between ambient moments, melodic songwriting, and harder club-driven energy. Yet what ties it all together is the atmosphere: a sense of tension and honesty that runs through every track. It feels less like a playlist of ideas and more like a cohesive world built around memory, longing, and...

DELATO is back with his new single “Lucky You,” bringing collaborators 7KY and RYA along for a moody, melodic techno cut that leans into tension and introspection. The track sits in this interesting space between confidence and dishonesty, capturing that feeling of putting on a polished front while everything underneath is a bit messier. If that wasn’t enough, the record boasts this dark, ambient production that’s just as catchy as it is inventive. On top of the beat, lines like “I lost my conscience in an industrial accident” land with a wink, playing into the irony of losing something essential but somehow gaining even more swagger. As you’ll hear below, the track’s atmosphere is where it really hits: shadowy, pulsing, and grounded...