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GRiZ has officially ended an indefinite hiatus with an unexpected announcement delivered via rural Americana. The electronic music superstar released a video today showing himself commandeering a tractor across open farmland before declaring he's "back to work." The cryptic clip concludes with an aerial reveal of hay bales arranged to display the dates "10/10/25 - 10/12/25," suggesting a three-day event that fans are already speculating could be a new curated music festival. While details remain under wraps, the October 2025 timeframe gives fans ample opportunity to plan. The video also features a preview of a new dubstep track with a fitting pre-drop vocal: "I'm back." Beloved for his funk-infused bass, saxophone prowess and...

If dreams are where the subconscious spills its deepest truths, Eternal Reverie is TOKiMONSTA’s most vivid yet. Out now via the producer's own Young Art Records, the new album is a meditation on grief, resilience and the unbreakable pulse of dance music. After a delayed last fall due to a family emergency, the 14-track project arrives not only as a testament to her artistic evolution, but also as a love letter to the connections that shape us. And as always with TOKiMONSTA, it’s wrapped in kaleidoscopic, genre-blurring brilliance. Regardless of genre, she sculpts each track with an instinctive understanding of movement, both physical and emotional. What began as an album interrupted by personal hardship now stands as a reflection of...

The bird call has sounded and the wait is over: after a two-year hiatus, Dirtybird CampINN is soaring back to Orlando to celebrate the label's 20th anniversary in true feathered fashion. The Florida flock will reunite at a brand-new location, the DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando, for a weekend in house music paradise. Dirtybird in 2025 is teaming up with our friends at Home Bass to deliver a bigger and better variety of programming while staying true to its quirky, summer-camp style ethos. Don Idio/DIVisuals Taking place over Labor Day Weekend, the experience will feature onsite dining, an arcade, a pool and much more. The fest's color-wars games will feature three competitive flocks: Flamingo Fam (pink)...

A Calvin Harris vocal performance doesn't come around often, but when it does it's a moment worth savoring. The chart-topping producer, who famously lent his own vocals to his 2011 classic "Feel So Close" before largely stepping away from singing, has announced a brand-new single called "Smoke The Pain Away" with his familiar voice leading the cut. Posted as an extended teaser on his Instagram, Harris' latest preview incorporates earthy harmonica riffs, twangy plucked strings and punchy, thumping kicks. Stylistically, "Smoke The Pain Away" taps into the growing intersection of country and electronic music, a tried-and-true crossover fusion that has seemingly regained major traction in recent history. Alongside the music, Harris...

FM synthesis has been a defining style of sound design in electronic dance music for decades. In recent years, however, newer producers have been shying away from it, possibly because it can appear restrictive or overly complex. However, that’s far from the truth, and few understand this better than Laidback Luke. With a career spanning decades in club-friendly music, he has observed how trends evolve. He notes that FM synthesis is experiencing a resurgence in popularity. With his latest release, “It Clicked,” now out on Dim Mak Records, we invited him to discuss the evolution of FM synthesis, why it’s not as intimidating as it might seem, and why more producers should embrace tools like FM8. Jump to these sections: Why FM...

Some hotels give you a place to stay during Miami Music Week—these two put you in the heart of the experience. The week preceding Ultra Music Festival is one giant, endless dance party in Miami's hotels, bars, restaurants and streets, a networking experience rivaled by only a handful of music summits in the world. But when it comes to hotels, few places match the energy, convenience and style of the Clevelander and Essex House. Perfect for visitors who want the indulgence of Miami without breaking the bank, these sister properties offer two distinct experiences, but together, they create the ultimate home base for electronic music lovers and festival-goers. After all, why just attend Miami Music Week or Ultra when you can make your...

The 2025 lineup of Secret Dreams may seem like a surreal fantasy, but there's no need to pinch yourself—this dream is a reality. The three-day camping event returns to Ohio's Legend Valley with an impressive lineup featuring Pretty Lights, Tipper, Shpongle, Opiuo and Lotus, each of whom will each deliver two unique sets during the weekend. Of The Trees, Daily Bread, Ternion Sound and other heavy-hitters will help ensure an unforgettable experience. Among the highlights of the 2025 lineup are EPROM, Yheti x Lespecial: Liminoid, a takeover by Alix Perez's 1985, and two unique performances from Pretty Lights: "Horizon Sprinter" and "The Prismatic Fleet." The latter has sent fans into a frenzy of speculation, especially after Pretty...

Sub Focus has shaped the trajectory of drum & bass for nearly two decades, bridging underground rave culture with global festival stages. After a banner year for the British producer, he's now bringing his stunning "Circular Sound" live show to the U.S. in 2025, marking a new chapter for the genre's growing foothold in North America. The newly announced dates include two landmark performances at Los Angeles’ Shrine Expo Hall on October 3rd and the Brooklyn Mirage in New York on October 9th. The concerts mark Sub Focus' biggest U.S. solo headline shows to date. Elsewhere onstage, the influential producer recently sold out London's famed Alexandra Palace in just 30 minutes before packing roughly 10,000 fans into the venue. He is also...

Keinemusik’s All I Got didn’t make it to the top of the Beatport charts, and stayed there for a healthy number of weeks, by chance. It’s a masterclass in groove, texture, and production know-how, balancing laid-back warmth with club-friendly energy that hits just as perfectly on a festival system as it does during more casual listening on smaller speakers. And that’s what we’ll be breaking down today. Why “All I Got” works: Subtle textures that keep you hooked Synth lines that evolve without overcomplicating Percussion that blends organic and electronic elements Well-balanced piano and synth layers Intimate yet massive vocals Drums that breathe like a live performance A mix that hits hard without overwhelming In this article...

A former neo-Nazi who once spread hate through violent music has revealed an unexpected path to redemption: rave culture and electronic dance music. Arno Michaelis was once the lead singer of a neo-Nazi metal band and a prominent member of Hammerskin Nation, one of the most dangerous white supremacist skinhead gangs in the US. Today, he works as an anti-hate activist with organizations like Parents for Peace, helping to deradicalize others caught in extremist movements. Michaelis recently appeared on Business Insider's "Authorized Account" series, in which he opened up about how raves played a crucial role in his journey away from extremism. "My deradicalization process was the Midwest rave scene," Michaelis said. "Within a year and...

The algorithm that trained us to crave instant gratification is now feeding us its antidote, thanks to music producers like Øneheart. Thanks to his breakout track "snowfall," the teenaged beatsmith is on the cusp of joining Spotify's elusive billion-stream track club, where electronic music greats like Avicii and Swedish House Mafia reside. Rooted in a nascent genre called "liminal ambient," his haunting soundscapes have captivated a young audience still reeling from post-pandemic isolation. Led by "snowfall," which he created in collaboration with fellow Russian producer reidenshi, the genre itself occupies a deliberate space between comfort and discomfort. Many producers of liminal ambient music employ granular synthesis to create...

A subwoofer is an essential piece of DJ equipment that brings deep bass and powerful sound to your performance, energizing the crowd and making your beats feel alive. Whether you’re performing at a club, festival, or private event, having the right subwoofer can elevate your sound to another level, providing the low-end punch that gets people moving. In this article, we’ve rounded up the 7 best subwoofers for DJs, focusing on premium quality, high output, and exceptional durability. If you’re ready to shake the dancefloor, these subwoofers will help you deliver the ultimate bass experience. 1. QSC KS118 Subwoofer Check price on Amazon Check price on Thomann The QSC KS118 is a top-of-the-line powered subwoofer that delivers...

Kid Cudi once took us to the moon, but this weekend, he took us to the dancefloor alongside Dom Dolla. Dolla cemented his place among the genre's elite last night, headlining a sold-out Madison Square Garden in the first show of a doubleheader at the legendary venue. But the evening's biggest surprise came when Cudi stepped onstage to unveil their stunning new collaboration. Some moments in music feel destined for history, and when Dolla welcomed Cudi onstage at The Garden, the crowd knew they were witnessing one. They erupted as the artists embraced, celebrating a genre-defying moment that bridges hip-hop with house music in a dream collaboration. With sweeping strings, euphoric synths and an anthemic refrain ("I want to stay...

As dusk settled over San Diego's Waterfront Park on Sunday, the sky darkened and a light, unrelenting rain began to fall. Instead of sending festivalgoers scattering, however, instead it transformed the dancefloor into groove-soaked spectacle. It was a fitting scene for the 10th edition of CRSSD Festival's spring showcase, which has not only endured, but flourished as a cornerstone of stateside electronic music culture on the West Coast. Over the last decade, techno and house have moved from the fringes of the festival circuit to the center of global dance music culture. But CRSSD’s success hasn’t come from following the crowd. Instead, its identity is built on sharp, intentional curation, favoring artistry over hype. This year’s...

Hard dance isn’t just knocking at the door of mainstream appeal anymore—it’s kicking it down at 150 BPM. With their new single "Good Enough," GESES, Charles B and Jerome are doing their part in propelling the ascendant hard dance wave, fusing the unrelenting cadence of hard techno with the soaring euphoria of trance and nostalgic charm of Eurodance. Pitched-up vocals cut through a storm of pummeling kicks, throwing down an ultimatum: "Are you good enough?" As stewards of the "Nu Rave Order" mix series, GESES and Charles B have been instrumental in redefining the boundaries of high-energy club music, bridging the underground’s raw intensity with the polish needed to resonate on a global scale. Their latest effort alongside Jerome is a...

Contradictions have long plagued the music industry, where creative freedom meets relentless pressure. A new study examines the devastating reality beneath the surface: musicians are at a significantly higher risk of suicide than most other professions across the world. Published in Frontiers in Public Health, the epidemiological data found that musicians in England have one of the highest suicide rates of any occupational group, ranking fourth behind construction workers, tradespeople and agricultural workers. In the US, the broader occupational category that includes musicians had the highest female suicide rate of any profession in multiple years, and the third highest for men (138.7 per 100,000). The study suggests that the...

Some songs define a moment while others, like "Titanium," define a generation. More than a decade after their timeless 2011 collaboration "Titanium," David Guetta and Sia have rekindled their creative spark with "Beautiful People," a soaring dance anthem that channels their signature blend of euphoria and emotional intensity. Guetta took to social media to confirm the long-awaited reunion prior to its release, calling Sia "one of the greatest voices and songwriters of our generation." And the synergy they forged in the alchemy of "Titanium" remains evident as ever. A track that had once circulated in the shadows of internet leaks, "Beautiful People" now emerges in its fully realized form, polished and primed for dancefloors worldwide...

Picture this: It's 2008, the iPhone is barely a year old, there's this new movie Twilight that everyone's talking about, and Passion Pit just released their debut single, "Sleepyhead." Now, nearly two decades later, SOFI TUKKER have joined forces with Passion Pit to release a reimagined version of the indietronica band's ageless earworm. "Sleepyhead 2025" interpolates frontman Michael Angelakos' unmistakable vocal chops through a blissed-out four-on-the-flour beat, showcasing the production prowess of the genre-defying duo. "We didn’t want to change the direction of the song too much, just modernize it and sonically bring it into the SOFI TUKKER world," they said in a press release. Listen to the new track below. SOFI TUKKER's...

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 Øneheart, Scarlxrd - running xut xf dxubt Jaxon Wild - Badman Dub Hidden Face - Not so bad phritz - Pods CloudNone - From Here Bronze Whale - Opposites AMNES, artemis orion - Stamina DJ Carpenter, Kasbo, Izza Gara - GarraGarra WINK - TELLMEWHY EMBRZ - Someone To Lose Whereisalex - Ashes Laurent Iacomucci - Deep in Your Love HIFEELINGS - Hear It

EDM.com is gearing up for another epic Miami Music Week with the return of its open-air kickoff networking party, "EDM.com & Friends," on Wednesday, March 26th. Following successful events in Miami, Amsterdam, Tulum and other cities around the world, we're bringing together key players from all corners of the electronic dance music scene for a networking event and party. This year's event will take place on the C-Level Rooftop of the iconic Clevelander South Beach, in the heart of Miami's Art Deco District on Ocean Drive, from 11am to 9pm. Attendees will groove to performances by Henry Fong, Kaleena Zanders, Sunday Scaries, Myles O'Neal, Rich DietZ, PLS&TY, Sherm, MARTA, R3WIRE and Not Available. A special performance from a secret...