News

Anyma has announced his third studio album, The End Of Genesys, scheduled for release on May 23rd. The announcement came during the finale of the Italian superstar's historic residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, in which he became the record-breaking venue's first-ever electronic headliner. The forthcoming release will effectively complete a trilogy of albums that started with 2023's Genesys and its predecessor the following year, Genesys II. While details about the album's content remain scarce, the title suggests a conclusion to the narrative and conceptual framework of his immersive Vegas Sphere shows, which have effectively redefined live music in the entertainment capital of the world. The venue's record-breaking, 16K LED...

A bold new player has entered the music publishing game after Purple Fly Records launched a new venture, aiming to leverage the independent label's expansive catalog to reshape opportunities for electronic music creators. The label's new publishing house, EDM Publishing, enters the market with an impressive catalog of thousands of tracks, spanning from commercial dance-pop to underground techno and trance. It already features an impressive lineup of established producers, including Klaas, Sickick, Chris Burke and Damon Sharpe as well as top singer-songwriters like Aloe Blacc, Sophie Simmons, Cammie Robinson and Christina Novelli. Collectively, the works represented by the company have generated over one billion streams. EDM...

If Doechii's "NISSAN ALTIMA" was built for smooth cruising, Whethan's new remix rips off the muffler and takes a detour straight into the underground. The remix opens with a deceptive simplicity before plunging us into a dubstep drop with thick, viscous bass you can almost feel sticking to your skin. The hip-hop swagger of the Grammy-winning rapper's delivery remains intact, but Whethan drags it into festival territory through his snarling sound design. What elevates the track, however, is Whethan's deft integration of four-on-the-floor house rhythms without losing an ounce of aggression. Keeping the arrangement unpredictable, these moments provide crucial breathing room, creating a rhythmic dialogue between dubstep's jagged edges and...

Some songs are built for the dancefloor, others for the heart—LMNT 115's "Holding Onto Us" manages to do both. Inspired by anime and manga, the duo may be a mystery, but their music is anything but elusive. The enigmatic band consists of songwriter Z and producer Fab, who debuted back in November with their first release, "Close to You." With their new single, they deliver a sleek dance track that strikes a balance between deep, club-ready grooves and anthemic pop sensibilities. Featuring the unmistakable voice of Brando—whose breakout moment came with Loud Luxury's "Body"—the track taps into the ageless pull of human connection. "Holding Onto Us" leans into groove rather than bombast, making the track equally suited for late-night...

On February 22nd, a sold-out crowd at the Hollywood Palladium witnessed firsthand the biggest headline show of Ray Volpe's career. From the awe-inspiring audiovisual production to the emotional send-off that heralded a new era with the announcement of his debut album, the EDM.com Class of 2022 star delivered a night that took the bass music community by storm. EDM.com was onsite for Volpe's landmark performance in LA. Here are five things you missed that made the final show of his expansive "VOLPEVERSE" tour unforgettable. Openers and special guest Before the Volpe took stage, an electrifying series of openers set the tone for an unforgettable night. The progression began with echod, followed by SENZA and then Control Freak, each of...

RESISTANCE isn't backing down in 2025. It's doubling down. As Miami Music Week 2025 approaches, Ultra's underground electronic music brand is returning to M2 for a five-night residency, continuing to cement its place as a defining force in the city’s robust nightlife sector. Originally launched as a stage at Ultra Music Festival in 2015, RESISTANCE has since evolved into a global phenomenon on its own accord, hosting standalone events in over 35 cities as well as an acclaimed residency in Ibiza. Now, with its U.S. club residency firmly planted in Miami, the brand continues to push the production boundaries of techno and house music on the live circuit, bringing together the genres' most formidable talents. From March 26-30...

Shambhala is bringing together major DJs from around the globe for another year of arguably Canada's most influential electronic dance music festival. Shambhala is revered for its eclectic lineups with immense depth, creative stage installations and an extremely passionate fanbase. Organizers on Friday unveiled the full lineup for the 26th annual festival after previously announcing acts REZZ and Levity. This year's lineup features ILLENIUM, Excision, Chris Lake, TroyBoi, SOFI TUKKER, Apashe, Flying Lotus, Malaa, SLANDER and EDM.com Class of 2025 inductee Tape B, among many others. Do not let the large font fool you—there is plenty to look forward to on Shambhala's undercard. ALLEYCVT, Ivy Lab, Destructo, Mersiv, Opiou, Odd Mob and...

The decks were set, the stakes were high and the only certainty was uncertainty. At A State of Trance 2025, Armin van Buuren and Maddix took the stage for a "face-to-face" set, an audacious experiment that flipped the script on the traditional DJ performance. With their booths positioned directly opposite each other, the Dutch artists had no view of their counterpart's decks, and were instead forced to rely solely on old-fashioned instinct and musical intuition. Unlike standard b2b sets, where the DJs can easily read each other’s track selections and body language, van Buuren's and Maddix's setup eliminated that safety net entirely. Instead, the powerhouse producers had to anticipate each other's moves in real-time, creating an...

At the Vegas Sphere, a venue built to redefine live music, Anyma continues to push the boundaries of what's possible. The Afterlife visionary surprised audiences yet again this week by debuting an unreleased collaboration with REZZ, a pairing that melds their distinct sounds into something definitively new. Anyma's extended run at the Sphere has already delivered some of the most visually ambitious performances in electronic music history. As the first-ever electronic artist to headline the $2.3 billion venue, he has utilized the opportunity to expand his immersive, transhumanist world to the fullest in an evolving blend of music, storytelling and cutting-edge digital art. His latest surprise, a brooding and gritty fusion of his...

After finding a home in Los Angeles, Cloonee is ready to deliver what he's calling the biggest shows of his career in honor of the city that helped him grow. The house music star in June is joining forces with Insomniac's Factory 93 brand to showcase the sounds of his label, Hellbent Records, at City Market in downtown Los Angeles. Fans of the British DJ will also be treated to the sounds of a handful of special guests, who have not been announced at the time of this writing. Cloonee also got in front of the camera and opened up about the impact of his new home, explaining that LA's melting pot of cultures has influenced his artistic endeavors. He recently used his platform to raise money for those affected by the devastating LA...

Grabbitz has released a new album, Big Epic Nothing, unearthing raw emotion across 11 tracks and painting an intimate portrait of an artist who has never been afraid to embrace vulnerability. Grabbitz has never been one to conform. The genre-blending singer-songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist has long occupied a lane of his own, bridging electronic music with rock and consistently pushing boundaries in the process. With Big Epic Nothing, his fifth studio album and first full-length release under his own Blue Butterfly Records imprint, he reinforces his standing as one of today's most compelling voices in dance music. A deeply personal project, the album arrives as Grabbitz supports fellow rocktronic producer Sullivan King...

Amazon's Alexa+ just got a musical upgrade, but major record labels are not singing along. The tech giant has partnered with AI music company Suno for a new integration that allows users to generate complete songs, including lyrics, vocals and instrumentals, simply by asking Alexa. The feature is part of Amazon's broader rollout of Alexa+, an upgraded version of its voice assistant infused with AI-powered capabilities, according to Billboard. "Using Alexa's integration with Suno, you can turn simple, creative requests into complete songs," Amazon wrote in a blog post announcing the update this week. "Looking to delight your partner with a personalized song for their birthday based on their love of cats, or surprise your kid by...

The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds inspired by the scene of yesteryear. EDM.com's weekly Fresh Picks series discovers new music and unearths influential tracks that help define the underground dance scene. You can find the below tracks on EDM.com's Fresh Picks Playlist. Follow to stay up-to-date and submit tracks for consideration here. EDM.com Fresh Picks IMANU, KROY - Hush Mild Minds - I NEED U DRKTMS - All of Me Giorgio Fazio - It Felt Like Fire (But I Think It Was Just You) Iddo - Moving On Pharos - Every Day Snackbox, EEVA - Won't You Tsu Nami - eye2eye Speakman - DO.U.C Dillistone, Ordley - My Heart, I jigitz - tell you straight Laxcity - roots Henry Green - Final Form (feat. Colouring)

As a dance music producer, knowing when your track is truly finished can be a challenge—there's always room for refinement. But if you ever find yourself unsure of how to elevate your song, asking John Summit to remix it will reveal the answer. In his latest dancefloor-ready jewel, the house music superstar put an electrifying spin on "Hypnotized," Anyma's high-profile collaboration with Ellie Goulding. Out today, the official remix transforms an atmospheric journey into a full-fledged club weapon, amplifying the original's ethereal sound with his signature high-energy grooves. Summit's remix retains the emotional core of Goulding’s airy, captivating vocals but reimagines Anyma's dark, minimalistic production into a relentless house...

One of the most highly anticipated IDs in bass music has finally arrived, "System Shock," a seismic collaboration between Subtronics, Hedex and IRAH. Out now via Helix Records, the track was first unleashed on audiences across the country during Subtronics' 2024 US tour, for which Hedex provided direct support, before becoming a fan-favorite weapon in their DJ sets. A word to the wise: if you're listening on your own sound system, make sure your speakers can handle the shock because this track delivers it in full force. A filthy fusion of their distinct styles, "System Shock" is an all-out bass onslaught from start to finish. The energy kicks in immediately as the unmistakable vocals of IRAH—perhaps best known for his work on Chase &...

The world first caught a glimpse of Armin van Buuren and Jon Bon Jovi's "Keep the Faith" nearly a year ago at Ultra Music Festival, when the legendary rocker himself stormed the stage to debut the track alongside van Buuren. Now, almost a year later, the full-throttle collaboration has arrived. Released via Armada Music, the track marks both an unexpected collision of two music titans and a testament to both of their legacies. Armin van Buuren approached the project with reverence, knowing the weight of what he was about to reimagine. "Reworking this track was an incredible honor on its own, but having Jon Bon Jovi join me on stage at Ultra was a once-in-a-lifetime moment," he said in a press release shared with EDM.com. "Rock music...

Back in 1990, when neon windbreakers were must-have fashion items, Black Box unleashed "Everybody Everybody" on unsuspecting dancefloors. Over three decades later, Jake Shore and Rich DietZ are proving that good house music—like Nintendo consoles and Home Alone—only improves with age. Now back for a victory lap, the house track that once competed with MC Hammer and Vanilla Ice for radio play has found new life in the skilled hands of Shore and DietZ, two of the genre's most promising acts. "Everybody" is out now via Tchami's influential house music label Confession, the perfect platform for a track that bridges the gap between Clinton-era rave culture and today's festival circuit. They've done what countless producers have attempted...

Love and destruction become indistinguishable in "Deadly Valentine," a new collaboration from Layton Giordani and Bart Skils. A love letter to techno dipped in venom, the track is out now via Adam Beyer's Drumcode. It's the latest anthem from Giordani, who was recently named to the EDM.com Class of 2025. Like poison disguised as perfume, "Deadly Valentine" intoxicates before it kills. With propulsive yet haunting production, the track feels both deadly efficient and passionately crafted, a valentine to techno's dark, pulsing heart. What elevates "Deadly Valentine" is its brilliant tension-and-release structure. Floating above the mix like whispered threats, the track's haunting vocals imbue an eerie sense of anticipation that borders...

The recursive loop of memory finds its perfect soundtrack in RIOT's new single, "Everynight." Out now via SLANDER and NGHTMRE's Gud Vibrations imprint, the drum & bass track delivers exactly what longtime fans have come to expect from the duo: a technically impressive arrangement that balances emotional weight with dancefloor functionality. While it won't reinvent the genre, "Everynight" showcases RIOT's continued evolution through a song designed for both headphone introspection and peak-hour club deployment. The duo's production stands out immediately as their crisp percussion cuts through a warm bass foundation, creating that signature tension between mechanical precision and organic warmth. RIOT demonstrate their veteran status...

Some tracks shake the floor, but some, like Schuz’s "What We Do," rip it out from under you. The new single is the latest banger from the Pacific Northwest-based DJ and producer, whose aim, he says, is to push the boundaries of modern bass music. Continuing to carve out his space in the scene, his new single is proof that filth and finesse aren't mutually exclusive. "What We Do" opens with eerie, fluttering arpeggios that set an ominous tone. Schuz then uncorks a heavy and unrelenting drop, where textured bass slithers through the mix with an almost reptilian quality and crisp snares thwack like well-placed gut punches. Every element feels deliberate, from the snarling low end to the nimble percussion that keeps the momentum...