Spanish house heavyweight and BotaniQ head honcho Dennis Cruz returns to the label with his first collaborative release on the imprint, joining forces with close friend and long-time studio partner Iuliano Mambo for the hypnotic and groove-driven ‘The Trip’.
Rooted in years of shared musical history, the release brings a long-standing natural chemistry to the label’s evolving catalogue, marking yet another full-circle moment in both their ongoing artistic journeys.
‘The Trip’ welcomes a production that delivers a tight, rolling groove built around crisp percussion, warm low-end pressure, and subtle rhythmic detail. Balancing energy with restraint, the track feels both focused and fluid, a refined club cut designed for extended moments on the dancefloor.
Dennis Cruz & Iuliano Mambo – The Trip
Having begun his journey in electronic music at Cristian Varela’s iconic Old School DJ academy, Iuliano Mambo first gained recognition alongside Cruz as part of the duo Mambo & Troyano back in 2012.
That creative partnership has since continued over the past decade and a half, with collaborations on Crosstown Rebels and Saved, alongside releases on Cruz’s previous labels MÜSE and Lemon-Aid Music – with the two now bringing that long-standing connection to BotaniQ for the first time and reinforcing the project’s foundation of trusted collaborators and shared musical language.
After more than a decade at the forefront of electronic music innovation, Virtual Riot unveils his forthcoming studio album ‘Burning Out’, arriving April 9, 2026 via Monstercat. A defining moment in his career, the project reframes burnout not as collapse, but as transformation. It’s an intentional dismantling of old creative patterns to make space for something more honest, sustainable, and evolved.
Widely regarded as one of bass music’s most influential producers and a “producer’s producer,” Virtual Riot has built his reputation on technical mastery and boundary-pushing sound design. With ‘Burning Out,’ he shifts the focus inward, pairing that precision with emotional transparency and a renewed sense of artistic intention.
The album moves deliberately between extremes: high-impact, meticulously engineered bass records and euphoric, melody-driven compositions that emphasize vulnerability and reflection. This duality mirrors the lived reality of modern touring artists, oscillating between the intensity of live performance and the quiet moments of recovery that follow.
Virtual Riot – Burning Out
“So I’ve always been a fan of Charli xcx’s album ‘how I’m feeling right now,’ not just because of the music, but because I like the idea of an album being the musical representation of how the artist is feeling when they wrote it,” says Virtual Riot.
“In this spirit, ‘Burning Out’ is representative of how I am feeling right now with constant touring, traveling, and playing shows all the time. The album title and cover also felt like the logical next step after ‘Stealing Fire,’ and the songs are either heavy bangers or emotional and euphoric melodic songs, kind of going back and forth between intense live shows and moments of introspective recovery from them.”
Throughout the rollout, Virtual Riot has revealed different facets of this creative arc. Early single “Sh*t’s On F*re” introduced the album’s raw intensity – an unfiltered expression of chaos and experimentation. “Best of Me” with Blanke and Dia Frampton marked a stark contrast, leaning into restraint and emotional songwriting, while “Paralyzed” with YDG and Luma bridged both worlds through cinematic scale and dynamic tension. Additional collaborations with Eliminate and Viperactive further reinforced the album’s foundation in creative exchange and peer-driven evolution.
That collaborative spirit sits at the core of ‘Burning Out’. Rather than operating in isolation, Virtual Riot uses collaboration as a mechanism for renewal, inviting trusted artists like Blanke, YDG, Tokyo Machine, Dodge & Fuski, and Said The Sky into the process to challenge his instincts and expand his sonic language.
A defining moment on Burning Out arrives through Virtual Riot’s collaboration with Said The Sky and HYMNALS. “Yellow Lights” marks a powerful convergence of two worlds that have long shaped modern bass music from different emotional angles. At its core, the record is driven by piano, an instrument both artists are deeply connected to, not just in the studio but in their live performances.
Built around expressive, cascading piano chords, the track feels both expansive and deeply human. Virtual Riot’s intricate bass framework weaves seamlessly with Said The Sky’s signature melodic vulnerability, creating a dynamic interplay between technical precision and emotional weight. The piano doesn’t just anchor the song, it guides it, moving between delicate introspection and soaring release.
The production unfolds with intention, shifting from emotionally charged builds into moments of powerful bass impact, capturing the push and pull at the heart of the album itself. More than a collaboration, “Yellow Lights” is a true synthesis where live musicianship meets electronic innovation, and where catharsis, control, and raw feeling exist in the same space.
Beyond the music itself, Burning Out is anchored in a broader visual and conceptual framework. The album’s cover art, captured through a real-life, professionally coordinated fire stunt, serves as a literal and symbolic representation of the project’s central theme: destruction as a prerequisite for growth. It’s not a spectacle for the sake of it, but a visual thesis, burning down the old to make way for the next era.
This release arrives at a pivotal moment in Virtual Riot’s trajectory. A GRAMMY-nominated contributor through his work with Skrillex and Justin Bieber, and a longtime educational figure within the production community, he now steps into a new phase defined not just by technical innovation, but by longevity, balance, and creative self-awareness.
In a genre often driven by excess and constant output, Burning Out offers a different perspective, one that embraces evolution over repetition and intention over expectation. It’s a body of work designed not just for the stage, but for reflection, capturing an artist in the midst of recalibrating his relationship with music, performance, and himself.
With Burning Out, Virtual Riot doesn’t just document a moment, he redefines what it means to sustain a career in bass music without losing the core of why it started.
Seven Lions returns with his next single, “Free”, the second release from his forthcoming EP The Dreams Strange and Eternal, arriving May 1 on Ophelia Records. Alongside the release, fans will have the opportunity to get involved through a “Free” remix contest.
Expanding on the mythic sonic universe introduced in his 2025 album Asleep in the Garden of Infernal Stars, the new single continues the story and atmosphere that defined the LP while pushing its sound into new emotional and stylistic territory.
With “Free,” Seven Lions deepens the immersive world-building that has become central to this era of his music. Where Asleep in the Garden of Infernal Stars reconnected him with the inspirations that shaped his earliest productions, The Dreams Strange and Eternal acts as a companion piece – an extension of the same narrative and sonic palette.
Existing within the same universe, the EP expands on the album’s celestial aesthetic while exploring new ground.
Seven Lions – Free
True to its title, “Free” transcends traditional dance music boundaries, weaving together multiple facets of Seven Lions‘ signature sound. Classic trance melodies and euphoric vocal moments rise above shimmering builds before giving way to explosive melodic dubstep drops, while luminous piano house chords add an unexpected warmth and lift.
The result is a track that moves fluidly across genres while maintaining the sweeping, emotional intensity that has defined Seven Lions‘ music for over a decade.
As the second single from The Dreams Strange and Eternal, “Free” further reveals the scope of the project while maintaining a clear connection to the album that inspired it. Together, the EP’s tracks act as an expanded chapter of the story introduced in Asleep in the Garden of Infernal Stars.
The single arrives as Seven Lions prepares to bring the world of Asleep in the Garden of Infernal Stars to stages across North America this spring. Known for his immersive production and emotionally charged performances, the upcoming tour will see him headline some of the country’s most iconic venues, including Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Brooklyn Storehouse, and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium.
From his 2012 Beatport remix contest win for Above & Beyond to building Ophelia Records into one of the most influential labels in melodic bass, Seven Lions has amassed over a billion streams while cultivating one of the most dedicated fan communities in electronic music.
With Asleep in the Garden of Infernal Stars, he honored the sound and spirit that first inspired his journey; with The Dreams Strange and Eternal and its new single “Free,” he continues to expand that universe – bridging the emotional core of trance, melodic bass, and cinematic storytelling.
Listen to the track below.
Free Remix Competition Info
– Contest opens: April 8
– Download the stems
– Post on Soundcloud, Tiktok or Reels with the hashtag #SEVENLIONSFREE
– Email your submission link to: freeremix@opheliarecords.com
– Contest ends: April 29
– Winner announce: May 6
– Winning remix will be released on Ophelia Records
RÜFÜS DU SOL announce their highly-anticipated return to Ibiza for a very special limited DJ residency at Pacha this July.
Taking place July 7, 14, 21, and 28, the residency offers fans an opportunity to experience a different side of the project, highlighting Jon George and James Hunt‘s skills as tastemakers through extended, bespoke DJ sets. Across the four dates, RÜFÜS DU SOL will be joined by a carefully selected lineup including Romy, ANOTR, Jimi Jules, and Disclosure (DJ Set).
Amidst their global live headline tour, RÜFÜS DU SOL have selectively brought their bespoke DJ sets to a handful of destinations this year, including Zamna Tulum, Pacha ICONS Dubai, Arcana Experience Festival and La Fábrica Arena in Argentina, and Greenvalley in Brazil.
Their residency follows a landmark performance at Pacha Ibiza‘s Grand Closing Weekend last October, placing RÜFÜS DU SOL once again at one of the world’s most celebrated dancefloors.
Few venues capture the spirit of Ibiza quite like Pacha. A cornerstone of the island’s nightlife for more than five decades, the legendary club provides the perfect stage for RÜFÜS DU SOL‘s curated DJ experience. Joining a 2026 residency program that includes some of the most respected names in electronic music, their July takeover further underscores the project’s roots in underground club culture and lasting influence across the global dance scene.
RÜFÜS DU SOL Ibiza 2026 Pacha residency
RÜFÜS DU SOL‘s DJ sets offer a distinct lens on their artistry, translating the emotional depth of their catalog into marathon, immersive dancefloor journeys. While their forward-thinking live show continues to push the boundaries of electronic performance, these curated DJ experiences reveal another dimension of the project, spotlighting their instinct for pacing, discovery, and musical storytelling behind the decks.
The Pacha Ibiza residency promises an intimate yet expansive experience across four nights in July, as RÜFÜS DU SOL guide the dancefloor through blissful, late-night journeys shaped by atmosphere, emotion, and connection.
Set against the unmistakable energy of Ibiza in peak summer, each night will unfold as a dreamy progression from sunset warmth to euphoric moments in the early hours.
RÜFÜS DU SOL [DJ Set] Tour Dates
July 7 – Pacha – Ibiza, ES (*)
July 14 – Pacha – Ibiza, ES (^)
July 21 – Pacha – Ibiza, ES (#)
July 28 – Pacha – Ibiza, ES (+)
(*) With Support From Romy
(^) With Support From ANOTR
(#) With Support From Jimi Jules
(+) With Support From Disclosure [DJ Set]
AURA Festival returns to Sofia Airport Park for its expanded second edition, Temple of Eos, introducing 23 new artists, two additional stages, and enhanced production, including a new BACKSTAGE ticket tier.
The latest wave of names includes Angelos, Chinonegro, Denis Sulta, Elli Acula, Gaiser (Live), Julya Karma, Laure Croft, Parallelle, The Muffin Man, Olympe, Onyvaa, Blathoven, Diass, Factor, J. Pro, Julieta Intergalactica, Inside Out (Live), Liubo Ursiny, Matizze, Michael Veili, Shosho, Sokrat, TEDKA, UUFO, and Vescotec, expanding the festival across house, techno, and experimental electronic music.
Building on a highly acclaimed debut, the festival continues to evolve as a multi-dimensional electronic experience that combines music, art installations, daytime programming, and immersive experiences.
AURA Festival 2026 lineup
Following an initial announcement featuring global names such as Alok, Armin van Buuren, Dimitri Vegas, Mahmut Orhan and ¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U, the latest wave of artists deepens the lineup across house, techno, and experimental electronic music.
The festival now operates three stages. The Main Stage hosts headline performances including Avalan Rokston, Alok, Mahmut Orhan, Topic, Youna, MATTN, Dimitri Vegas, BIIA, 999999999, BOBE, UUFO, Jesabel, Laura van Dam and Armin van Buuren across the three days.
The new TOWER Stage focuses on underground sounds, featuring Vescotec, Inside Out Live, Liubo Ursiny, Denis Sulta, Chinonegro, Shosho, Factor, TEDKA, The Muffin Man, Laure Croft, Gaiser (live), Parallelle, Olympe, Gallya, ONYVAA and Elli Acula.
The MOON Stage offers a more intimate, discovery-driven setting with performances by Sokrat, Julieta Intergalactica, Diass, Angelos, Julya Karma, Silver Ivanov b2b Milen, and a special yet-to-be-announced act.
From March 21 to 28, 2026, Tomorrowland’s world-renowned winter festival, Tomorrowland Winter made its highly anticipated return to Alpe d’Huez, once again transforming the snow-covered mountains into a breathtaking destination where music, nature, and people from across the globe came together.
Staying true to its reputation, the breathtaking festival enjoyed plenty of sunshine throughout the week, while fresh snowfall on several days added an extra layer of enchantment.
The result was the ultimate winter setting—perfect for everything from early afternoon sessions high in the mountains and lively après-ski moments, to savoring French cuisine and closing out each day at the festival grounds with powerful DJ performances from some of the world’s top electronic artists. The atmosphere throughout the week was nothing short of euphoric.
More than 22,000 People of Tomorrow fully embraced the experience, skiing, snowboarding, and exploring the resort while discovering a range of spectacular stages. This year Tomorrowland Winter introduced new stage concepts, including ORBYZ and a brand-new Mainstage. Meanwhile, The Cage stage received a major technological upgrade, featuring a redesigned floating sky and enhanced sound powered by AREAL.
Over the course of the week, more than 150 world-class artists took to the decks, delivering unforgettable performances for the lucky attendees. Highlights included sets from Agents of Time, Axwell, Charlotte de Witte, Coone, Dimitri Vegas, Henri PFR, Lost Frequencies, Malaa, Mind Against, Miss Monique, Mosimann, Netsky, Nina Kraviz, Novah, Ofenbach, Steve Angello, and many more—each bringing their own unique sound and pushing the energy to new heights.
As always, the magic of Tomorrowland Winter extended far beyond the main stages. The week was filled with spontaneous moments and unexpected surprises, from secret pop-up parties scattered across the resort to unannounced back-to-back sets.
Festivalgoers even found themselves dancing in the most unusual places, including a church and a bakery, turning everyday locations into unforgettable experiences.
What truly defined this year’s edition was the crowd itself—an international community brought together by a shared love for music and adventure. Whether dancing at 2,000 meters above sea level, gathering at intimate stages, or celebrating after a day on the slopes, the People of Tomorrow once again embodied the spirit that makes the festival so special.
Tomorrowland Winter 2026 was more than just a festival, it was a full winter journey where music and environment came together seamlessly, creating moments that felt nothing short of magical.
R3HAB returns with a new single, “Ghost town…,” offering a fresh snapshot of his ever-evolving sound and a first taste of his forthcoming album Dream inside a dream…, due July 31st. Already road-tested on some of the world’s biggest stages, R3HAB has recently played the track live at Miami Ultra and Tomorrowland Winter, where fans have shown huge excitement ahead of festival season.
“Ghost town…” is an exploration of new frontiers, opening with a melody that guides listeners through unfamiliar lands. A delicate female vocal pulls you into the scene and soon leads to a chunky, groove-led foundation and big, driving kicks, creating an irresistible sense of lift. With a subtle nostalgic edge and kinetic energy, it’s primed for open-air moments and hands-in-the-air summer crowds.
Here’s what R3HAB had to say about the single:
“‘Ghost town…’ came from a feeling of emptiness that a lot of people know, but don’t always talk about. When you keep reaching for someone, waiting for something, thinking that maybe they’ll be the thing that makes you feel okay again, but deep down, you know you have to find that peace in yourself.
That’s what this song is to me. It’s about loneliness, longing, and that moment where you realize the way out starts with being honest with yourself.”
R3HAB – Ghost town…
Over the past decade, R3HAB has cemented himself as one of dance music’s most consistent global forces. Along with ranking in the Top 20 of DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs poll consecutively since 2017, he has released multiple studio albums and delivered remixes for a wide spectrum of artists including Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Lady Gaga and The Chainsmokers.
In 2016, he launched his own imprint CYB3RPVNK, which has since amassed over 4 billion streams, becoming a platform for both his own releases and a new wave of international talent. Known for his genre-fluid approach, R3HAB continues to collaborate across borders, languages and styles, pushing the boundaries of contemporary dance music.
From mainstage appearances at Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival and Coachella to shaping global club culture through his releases, R3HAB continues to define the global dance landscape.
AFROJACK, Sia and David Guetta reunite for their long-awaited new collaboration, ‘Awake Tonight’, set for release on April 10th via Spinnin’ Records. After AFROJACK teased the track at Ultra Music Festival last weekend, anticipation has surged worldwide. Marking their first time working together in 15 years since the era-defining hit ‘Titanium’, the new single sees the trio reconnect on a record poised to make waves across the globe.
Last year, AFROJACK, Sia, and David Guetta reunited on stage at Ultra Music Festival, reigniting the chemistry behind one of dance music’s most iconic records. Now, a year later, AFROJACK, Sia and David Guettareturn with ‘Awake Tonight‘, their first collaboration since 2012.
The track follows the legacy of ‘Titanium‘ — which they created alongside Giorgio Tuinfort — but instead of looking back, it captures how far they’ve come, blending their individual evolution with the unmistakable energy that first brought them together.
Here’s what AFROJACK had to say:
“Sia, David and me always shared a connection through multiple genres of music, but taking it back to dance music for the first time since Titanium makes it feel like home”
Afrojack, Sia & David Guetta – Awake Tonight
Blending the festival-ready production of AFROJACK and David Guetta with the unmistakable voice of Sia, ‘Awake Tonight‘ delivers a powerful and emotive sound that resonates both on and off stage, while connecting with a global streaming audience. The track moves seamlessly between high-energy builds and euphoric melodies, capturing the essence of what has made each artist so influential, while confidently pushing their sound into 2026.
While ‘Titanium‘ definitely remains one of the most iconic crossover dance records of all time with over two billion streams and 5x platinum certification in the UK. ‘Awake Tonight‘ stands firmly on its own, reflecting the evolution of all three artists and the current resurgence of melodic, vocal-driven electronic music.
The collaboration highlights not only their enduring creative chemistry but also their continued relevance at the forefront of global dance culture. With anticipation already building following its Ultra debut, ‘Awake Tonight‘ is poised to become a standout release of the year, connecting longtime fans with a new wave of listeners discovering the trio’s combined impact for the first time.
After years of shaping dancefloors worldwide and carefully curating the sonic and visual identity of Up The Stuss, Dutch favorite Chris Stussy presents his most expansive and personal statement to date with his debut album, ‘Lost, Found & Forgotten…’.
Out now, the album unfolds across three interconnected chapters – Lost, Found, and Forgotten – each revealing a different side of his creative world across 19 tracks while remaining tethered to a singular wider vision.
At its core, Lost, Found & Forgotten… is an exploration of creative freedom. Visually and conceptually guided by the image of a kite, the album reflects movement, perspective, and balance. Floating freely yet always anchored, the kite mirrors Chris‘s approach to music: unrestricted in emotion and imagination, but grounded in groove, craftsmanship, and intention. It’s a symbol that naturally extends the Up The Stuss identity; pointing skyward, embracing openness, and encouraging curiosity.
Here’s what Chris Stussy had to say about the album:
“This album has been a long time in the making, and I’m excited to finally share it with you. The process behind it – exchanging ideas with other artists and creating music outside of my comfort zone – has been an incredible experience.
It gave me a true sense of freedom, allowing me to not think about boundaries or expectations. I’ve never been more proud of a project than this one. It’s deeply personal, and it represents my sound as a whole. I hope you listen with an open mind and find something in it that resonates with you.”
Chris Stussy album Lost, Found & Forgotten…
The Lost chapter opens the album by giving new life to music once left behind. These are tracks written across different moments in Chris’s journey, ideas that never quite found a home until now. Rather than relics of the past, they emerge re-discovered, refined, and fully realized. From the emotive pull of opener “Moonlight” featuring Elena Moroder to the driving energy of first single “Darkness“, this section carries a sense of momentum and release, honoring instinct over expectation.
Found represents inspiration in motion. Sparked by collaboration, digging, and shared creative exchange, this chapter captures the moment when ideas connect, and color floods the sky. Featuring a rich cast of collaborators, including KUČKA, Jessica Moore, Leanna Louise, Tropics, and Tom Did It, the music here feels expansive and emotionally charged.
Singles “Wide Awake” and “Believe in yourself” sit at the heart of this section – glowing, expressive tracks where melody and groove intertwine effortlessly, reflecting a period of openness and creative flow.
The album closes with Forgotten – a nod to the deeper cuts, the B-sides, and the moments that reward patience. This chapter is for the heads and diggers; tracks that may not demand immediate attention but reveal their value over time. From the hypnotic pull of “Set sail on another ship” to the understated, blissful nature of closer “It feels natural”, this section celebrates subtlety, texture, and the beauty of music that lives slightly out of focus, yet never truly disappears.
Throughout the album, the line between reality and surreality is intentionally blurred. Like the kite itself, Lost, Found & Forgotten… plays with perspective. It invites listeners to zoom in and out, to question, and to experience the music as both something tangible and something imagined.
It’s not just a debut album, it’s a reflection of Chris‘s journey so far, viewed from above and below, past and present, instinct and intention. A body of work that invites listeners to drift, discover, and ultimately land somewhere new.
Less than two months after the release of the critically acclaimed concept album Moonglade Park – Of The Trees returns with a major collaboration with rising artist/DJ, LYNY. “Hollow” is available now via Memory Palace and signals a bold sonic shift to the introspective mood of Moonglade Park.
“Hollow” continues the narrative and sound universe introduced in Moonglade Park. While the previous LP emphasized immersive, chill soundscapes, the new single leans into more energetic, dancefloor-ready roots – demonstrating the breadth of his sonic vision.
In collaboration with LYNY, the single merges ethereal textures with driving rhythms, showcasing both artists’ command over melody, atmosphere, and kinetic energy. Together, they bring a high-impact track designed to resonate across festival stages, streaming platforms, and live audiences alike.
Of The Trees and LYNY – Hollow
Both artists collectively boast over 200 million combined plays across streaming services, underscoring the cultural reach and momentum behind this collaboration. “Hollow” exemplifies Of The Trees’ continued evolution – balancing immersive storytelling with high-energy, fan-forward production that bridges introspective artistry and festival-ready bangers.
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