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Terminal V Confirms Final Festival in Edinburgh

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Alex Gelevski
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Terminal V has announced that this year’s April festival marks the final edition of the festival in Edinburgh and the closing of a defining almost decade chapter in the city. This difficult decision follows the evolving operational requirements and challenges of delivering the event at this scale in the city, with policing and associated deployment costs now representing a significant proportion of overall delivery costs at the site.

18 – 19 April 2026 will be the last edition to take place at The Royal Highland Centre. The festival will be delivered with the same award winning production and format audiences have come to expect and love.

Since launching at the venue in 2017, Terminal V has grown into one of the UK’s largest electronic music festivals, ranking Number 1 in Scotland, Number 5 in the UK and Number 34 in the world (DJ Mag Awards). It has welcomed more than a quarter of a million fans from all over the UK and further afield to Edinburgh and hosting leading names across techno and house. It has become a key fixture in Scotland’s festival and electronic music calendar.

 

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“This is a significant moment for us,” said Derek Martin, Co-Founder of Terminal V.

“Edinburgh has been home to Terminal V since the beginning, and some of our biggest moments have happened here. We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve built in Edinburgh, the Festival City, over the past nine years, and grateful to The Royal Highland Centre and all of our partners who have supported the brand’s growth during this time.”

Simon McGrath added: “To deliver the level of event we’ve produced over the last nine years is becoming increasingly challenging in the current environment.

We’re not prepared to compromise on quality. Making this move will now allow us to take the festival further and deliver even more ambitious electronic music experiences in the years ahead. While April 2026 will be the last edition in Edinburgh, we have some exciting plans ahead for the growth of Terminal V this year and beyond.”

With six stages, a massive line-up of more than 100 artists (99999999, Anetha, Ben Hemsley, Ben Techy x Luciid, Clouds x Tommy Holohan, DJ Gigola x Øtta, East End Dubs, Hate Models, Klangkuenstler, Klofama, Mall Grab, Patrick Topping, Pegassi, Restricted, Robert Hood, Sara Landry, SIM0NE X SPFDJ, Will Atkinson, Yanamaste) every stage will be completely reimagined for this final edition.

A collaboration with global audio leaders d&b audiotechnik, the festival will also introduce a fully bespoke site-wide sound re-design, delivering its most refined and powerful production to date across all six stages.

Terminal V‘s trajectory over the past decade has extended far beyond Edinburgh. Named Best UK Festival at the DJ Mag Awards in 2023, the brand now stages a Croatian festival edition each summer, recently made its London debut last year at the 15,000 capacity Drumsheds, and are set to announce a new festival site location for 2027 alongside a global tour of international shows to celebrate a decade of Terminal V.

Final remaining tickets for the April 2026 edition go on sale at 12noon on Tuesday 3rd March, marking the final ever opportunity to be part of Terminal V at the Royal Highland Centre. Sign up HERE to secure them.

NEW ERA DJ Contest Launches Worldwide, Presented by Tomorrowland Academy

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Marco Di
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NEW ERA DJ Contest
NEW ERA DJ Contest

A new chapter for emerging electronic music talent begins as NEW ERA, a global DJ contest powered by Bootshaus, Tomorrowland Academy and We Rave You, is officially available for new worldwide talents.

In this form, such a DJ contest has never been seen before: Bootshaus, one of the most important clubs in the world, joins forces with We Rave You, one of the largest electronic music media outlets, and Tomorrowland Academy, one of the leading DJ and talent hubs worldwide.

Together, they combine their reach and expertise to discover the next defining talent of the scene. The initiative aims to discover the next generation of DJs and give rising artists a unique platform to showcase their sound to an international audience.

 

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The contest will be accessible HERE.

Participants from around the world are invited to submit their sets and demonstrate creativity, technical skills, and individuality. NEW ERA combines industry expertise, world-class media exposure, and career-defining opportunities designed to elevate breakthrough talent within the electronic music scene.

In addition, AlphaTheta supports the winner by providing a professional DJ controller and a pair of high-quality headphones to kick-start their next chapter.

Key Dates:

• Submission Deadline: 20 April 2026
• Winner Announcement: 11 May 2026

What Participants Can Win:

The NEW ERA contest offers a comprehensive prize package tailored to accelerate a DJ’s career, including:

• Broadcast of the winning set on Tomorrowland – One World Radio
• 1 x Tomorrowland Academy Bootcamp Ticket
• Bootshaus MAINFLOOR slot on May 13, 2026 at the Oliver Heldens event
• AlphaTheta OMNIS-DUO ALL-IN-ONE DJ-SYSTEM + HDJ-CX DJ-HEADPHONES
• We Rave You Media Package, including an exclusive interview, social media promotion, and more (Value of 5.000 USD)

Baloski Unleashes Hypnotic Melodic Techno Weapon, ‘Ereba’

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Travis Atencio
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Baloski DJ
Baloski

Macedonian Melodic Techno DJ and producer Baloski is set to deliver his next sonic chapter with “Ereba”, an atmospheric new release landing on Infinite Resistance on February 27.

Known for blending emotional depth with dancefloor power, Baloski continues to shape a sound that feels both cinematic and club-ready — and his latest offering “Ereba” is no exception.

Following the momentum of his recent collaboration with Myla on “Where U Go“, Baloski dives deeper into the darker, more hypnotic edges of Melodic Techno. Where the previous release leaned into vocal emotion and tension-building dynamics, “Ereba” shifts toward raw atmosphere, driving low-end, and immersive sound design — a track built for late-night moments when the room locks into a single pulse.

Baloski Ereba
Baloski – Ereba

From Skopje’s Underground to Europe’s Techno Circuit

Baloski’s journey into electronic music started with formal studies in audiovisual arts, a foundation that still shapes the cinematic quality of his productions today. Early DJ appearances in Skopje’s underground scene helped him develop a feel for narrative flow — learning how to build emotional tension on the dancefloor rather than simply chasing peak-time drops.

Driven by a constant search for new perspectives, he later moved to Amsterdam, where he continued his education at SAE Institute while immersing himself in the city’s deep-rooted techno culture. That period played a crucial role in shaping his identity as a producer: disciplined, emotionally intentional, and rooted in atmosphere.

 

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A Sound Built on Emotion, Tension, and Space

As a producer, Baloski’s music sits at the intersection of emotional storytelling and club functionality. His tracks are constructed around evolving textures, carefully shaped melodies, and tension that unfolds gradually — allowing DJs to create long, hypnotic transitions while still delivering moments that hit with purpose.

Each release feels like a chapter in a wider narrative rather than a standalone club tool. Mood, story, and connection come first; trends come second. “Ereba” reflects this philosophy perfectly — a record designed to pull the listener inward before unleashing its full weight on the dancefloor.

A Growing International Presence

From clubs across Macedonia to stages in Serbia, Greece, and the Netherlands, Baloski has built a reputation for emotionally charged DJ sets and a distinctive sonic identity. His ability to guide crowds through deeper, more introspective journeys has made him a trusted selector for warm-ups and peak-time slots alike.

He has also performed as local support for some of the scene’s most influential names, including Tale Of Us, Mind Against, Mathame, Massano, Paul Kalkbrenner, ARTBAT, and Argy — further cementing his position as one of the most promising names emerging from the region’s Melodic Techno movement.

 

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‘Ereba’ — A Step Deeper Into Baloski’s World

With “Ereba“, Baloski isn’t chasing trends or quick reactions. Instead, he’s carving deeper into his own emotional language — building a track that works both as a DJ weapon and as a late-night headphone journey. Released on Infinite Resistance, the record positions him firmly within the international Melodic Techno conversation while staying true to his roots: atmosphere first, emotion always.

As his global presence continues to expand, Baloski remains focused on what matters most — creating moments that linger long after the final kick fades. “Ereba” feels like one of those moments.

Listen and purchase the track below!

Music On Malta Announces Stellar Lineup for 2026 Edition

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Marco Di
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Music On Malta
Music On Malta 2026

Marco Carola’s globally recognised Music On brand is making a long-awaited debut in Malta on Saturday 1 August 2026 at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre. Leading the lineup is the founder himself and he is joined by an expertly curated selection of artists who reflect the brand’s signature sound and forward-thinking grooves.

Marco Carola remains one of electronic music’s most respected selectors and he is joined by Dutch tastemaker Franky Rizardo, whose warm, groove-led house sound blends classic influences with modern club energy, while UK trio Mason Collective bring their infectious, bass-heavy house cuts and high-impact party ethos.

East End Dubs adds his unmistakable deep and rolling minimal sound, Joey Daniel‘s punchy, stripped-back house and techno hybrids are super fresh and Italian favorite Ilario Alicante delivers raw, driving energy rooted in techno but always shaped for the dancefloor.

Rising selector Ares Carter and local star Ant Mifsud completes the bill.

Music On Malta 2026 lineup
Music On Malta 2026 lineup

The inaugural Music On Malta edition will take place at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre, a large-scale indoor venue that will be transformed with ambitious and high-impact production for the first time.

Located in the heart of the island and well connected for both local and international visitors, the venue provides the space and infrastructure required for Music On‘s trademark audiovisual experience.

Add into this balmy, starry nights and sun baked days and you have the perfect setting for this much anticipated Music On debut.

Music On Malta 2026 will deliver the brand’s hallmark high-spec production and irresistible underground sounds in a brand new location, so get your tickets before they sell out.

Solomun +1 Returns to Pacha Ibiza for 2026 Residency

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Alex Gelevski
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Solomun returns to Pacha Ibiza this summer as Solomun +1 resumes its Sunday residency from May 31 through October 4.

Built on the straightforward premise of one guest joining him each week, the residency has developed a clear identity since 2013, centered on extended sets, a booth placed within the crowd, and a focus on continuity rather than rapid change. The structure remains deliberately simple, giving space for the artists and their music to shape each night on their own terms.

While 2026’s lineup is yet to be announced, last year’s bookings covered considerable ground. The season brought in marquee acts like Skrillex, Anyma, Jamie xx, Four Tet, Peggy Gou, Marco Carola, The Dare, Dennis Sulta, a selection that reflected no single scene but was stitched together with quality.

 

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If previous seasons are anything to go by, 2026 will be no different: broad in reach, consistent in standard, and with Solomun‘s performances remaining the thread that runs through every Sunday night.

Part of what gives the residency its weight is the venue it calls home. Pacha Ibiza has been a fixture on the island since 1973, long enough to have become synonymous with Ibiza’s identity as a global destination for dance music.

Solomun +1 has grown within that context, contributing to the institution around it while carving out a distinct character of its own. With Solomun‘s Diynamic Music now entering its 20th year, the 2026 season further extends a shared legacy defined by long-term continuity.

 

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Running weekly throughout the summer, Solomun +1 remains a consistent fixture within Ibiza’s club calendar. The residency follows a year marked by a steady flow from behind the decks as well as in the studio, including his 2025 appearance at Sphere in Las Vegas, a recent stop at Alexandra Palace in London, the October collaboration with Anyma on “Till I Die,” and his latest remix of Nina Simone‘s “Take Care of Business” for Verve Records.

With further dates ahead in Las Vegas, New York, Munich, and Paris, the White Isle sits firmly at the centre of a year that is still very much in motion.

Tickets available HERE.

Waterworks 2026 Reveals Full Lineup and Stage Partners

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Metodi Gogovski
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Waterworks festival

London’s beloved Waterworks Festival has revealed the full lineup for its sixth edition, alongside news that the festival will expand to two full days for the first time in 2026. Taking place at Gunnersbury Park on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September, the move marks a natural next step for a festival built on trust, taste, and community.

Festival co-founder and Love International boss Dave Harvey explains:

“Waterworks was started to put the focus on the underground artists at the heart of UK club culture, something we didn’t see happening at that time, or at least not in the way we had envisaged it.

It was really to try and make it less headliner driven and try to create some more intimate spaces. Now in our sixth year we’re proud to have been able to grow alongside and continue to support a scene that’s going from strength to strength.”

Following last year’s fifth anniversary celebrations, the festival now expands across two full days, allowing sets to stretch, soundsystems to shine, and the festival’s carefully considered programming to fully breathe.

Across five stages and 83 sets, shows and b2bs, Waterworks 2026 continues to champion the progressive edges of house, techno, bass, breaks, and club music, presenting an experience that feels cohesive, human, and deeply rooted in contemporary UK dance culture.

Waterworks 2026 Lineup
Waterworks 2026 Lineup

Festival booker and co-founder Simon Denby added:

“By expanding to two days, we have been excited to dig deeper and go further into the incredible breadth of talent that makes up London’s sonic palette. It is a joy to plumb the depths of these ever-changing scenes and shine a light on some of the formidable artists we love – from the originators to those instigating the next steps in the journey.

Waterworks has always been a love letter to London’s multi-faceted underground, and we are excited to start the next chapter.”

Saturday brings together an inspiring mix of close collaborators, long-time favorites and forward-thinking artists. Highlights include Bradley Zero b2b Erol Alkan, Christian AB b2b Craig Richards, Eris Drew, Midland, Modeselektor, Leon Vynehall, Raresh b2b Sonja Moonear, Skee Mask b2b OK Williams, alongside live performances from Octo Octa, Decius, Alex Kassian, and Reptant. It’s a day that reflects Waterworks’ belief in quality over hype, led by programming that rewards curiosity.

Sunday sees Waterworks collaborate with carefully chosen stage partners, each deeply embedded in the culture they represent. Curated in collaboration with Outlook Festival, DaMetalMessiah, Keep Hush, ec2a, and Rupture, the Sunday programme shines a light on the histories, communities, and sounds that have shaped UK club and soundsystem culture from the ground up.

Across the day, artists including LTJ Bukem, Djrum, DJ Storm, Ruff Sqwad, Tim Reaper, and Sully b2b Special Request sit alongside new school voices and cross-genre link-ups from the likes of Oppidan, Call Super b2b Objekt, Ross From Friends, Darwin, and DJ Fuckoff. These partnerships sit at the heart of what Waterworks does best – spotlighting not just artists, but the ecosystems, histories, and shared values behind them.

In addition, Resident Advisor will be celebrating their 25th anniversary with Waterworks this year, hosting the Siren stage across both days. Saturday’s programming will be co-curated with the festival team, while Sunday sees a collaboration with UK bass culture archivist DaMetalMessiah, famed for his rigorously researched deep dives into the annals of grime and dubstep.

The programming across both days reinforces Waterworks‘ sense of continuity and its close ties with kindred festivals and scenes across Europe. Longstanding creative connections – including with Love International – continue to shape the festival’s outlook, grounding its international relationships in a shared approach to curation and community.

Attention to sound and production remains central to the Waterworks experience, with careful investment in audio, staging, and layout ensuring each space feels purposeful and immersive. The result is a festival that values atmosphere and connection, inviting audiences to properly settle into the music across a full weekend.

Waterworks Festival 2026 takes place at Gunnersbury Park, London, on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September.

Fans can sign up for pre-sale tickets starting 27th February at 10am HERE. All remaining tickets go on general sale on 2nd March from 10am GMT.

Boris Brejcha Announces Show at Alexandra Palace, London

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Marco Di
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Boris Brejcha

Boris Brejcha announces a headline show at Alexandra Palace, London on 19th September as part of his Reflections Tour 2026, transforming one of the capital’s most breathtaking landmarks into a cinematic world of sound, light and illusion, set to become a defining cultural moment in the Labyrinth’s autumn calendar.

The milestone marks Boris Brejcha‘s first-ever appearance at Alexandra Palace, and his largest UK headline show to date.

Performing inside the revered, Grade II-listed hilltop palace, a venue synonymous with historic, era-defining performances, he will unveil globally-renowned stage production, a monumental, mask-shaped visual structure inspired by his iconic Joker persona that has stunned crowds from South America to Europe, turning the historic hall into a surreal theatre of movement and precision-engineered visuals.

Boris Brejcha says: “London has always had a special energy for me. Every time I play here, the crowd brings an intensity that makes the night unforgettable.

I’m excited to return with my Reflections show to Alexandra Palace and to share the stage with Ann Clue and Frieder & Jakob. Together we’ll create a night that’s more than a concert, it’s a journey we experience with the fans.”

Boris Brejcha London 2026 show
Boris Brejcha Alexandra Palace, London show

The announcement follows a run of previously sold-out UK shows including OVO Arena Wembley, Eventim Apollo and Tofte Manor, cementing Brejcha‘s connection with British audiences.

A global phenomenon in electronic music, Boris Brejcha has captivated audiences worldwide since his debut at Universo Paralello in 2006. Famed for his Joker mask, an emblem of his enigmatic persona, he has consistently pushed boundaries through his self-defined genre, High-Tech Minimal.

From Tomorrowland to Cercle, where his sets have amassed more than 160 million views, his performances are a masterclass in innovation and energy. Following the release of his tenth studio album and continued presence in DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs, Brejcha remains one of the most influential artists in modern electronic music.

With its towering Victorian architecture and with support from Frieder & Jakob and Ann Clue, Alexandra Palace provides a dramatic backdrop for Brejcha‘s most ambitious UK production to date pairing heritage with forward-thinking electronic performance.

Sign up for tickets HERE.

David Guetta Talks Creative Process with the Rhodes MK8 MIDI

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Marco Di
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David Guetta adds the Rhodes MK8 MIDI piano to his Ibiza studio as a source of inspiration and a central controller within his setup. Drawing on its expressive sound and feel, he uses the instrument to explore how soul and musicality can exist beyond traditional genre boundaries within his in-the-box workflow.

“The first word I think of when it comes to Rhodes would be soul. I grew up listening to funk, from Michael Jackson to Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. It’s a sound that is very present in my life,” he explains.

While Guetta is best known for his work in dance music, he sees that sense of soul as something that transcends genre, with the Rhodes sound serving as a natural bridge between musical worlds.

“Soul doesn’t have to be only in soul music. You can bring it to house music, and this is what I’m trying to do in many of my records,” he says. “If you want to add soul, Rhodes is the weapon to do that.”

David Guetta Rhodes MK8 MIDI
David Guetta Rhodes MK8 MIDI

Often traveling for shows and events, Guetta has shaped his creative process around a fully in-the-box workflow, relying primarily on software and plug-ins rather than external hardware instruments.

“I only work in the box. If you look in my studio, I have no synthesizers. But sometimes it’s about inspiration, so I’m using the MK8 as a MIDI controller and as an inspiration source. Between the touch, which is amazing, and the quality of the sound and effects, I have it all.”

The Rhodes MK8 functions as a central controller in modern studio environments. With polyphonic aftertouch MIDI and assignable controls, the instrument allows producers to shape dynamics, modulation, and expression on a per-note basis when triggering virtual instruments within a DAW. The MK8‘s onboard knobs can be mapped to parameters in virtual instruments and effects, or routed to external hardware synthesizers.

In the studio, Guetta uses the MK8 alongside Rhodes V8 Pro, pairing its touch and feel with software instruments while capturing performances in MIDI. This hybrid design enables him to move fluidly between software instruments and the authentic Rhodes sound without breaking his creative flow.

Guetta also points to the MK8‘s keybed as a crucial part of that connection, noting that its feel strikes a balance that suits his playing style.

“I’m not classically trained, so I don’t like when it’s too heavy, but I also don’t like when it’s too light. For me, this is really perfect.”

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RÜFÜS DU SOL Announce Biggest North American Headline Tour To Date

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Marco Di
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RÜFÜS DU SOL announce their highly anticipated return to North America with a sweeping summer tour that brings the band to some of the most iconic venues in the region.

The North American dates mark several major milestones for the band, including a long-awaited return to New York City with a headline performance at Madison Square Garden, following last year’s stop at Sports Illustrated Stadium.

The tour also sees the group back in Chicago for a headline show at Wrigley Field after topping the bill at Lollapalooza, and making a two-night stop at The Gorge in Washington State. In addition, the trio will perform live on the Atlantic City Beach in Atlantic City, NJ.

RÜFÜS DU SOL 2026 Tour North America
RÜFÜS DU SOL 2026 Tour North America

Expanding the footprint of their record-breaking Inhale / Exhale Tour, RÜFÜS DU SOL will perform at landmark venues including the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, Folsom Field in Boulder, Fenway Park in Boston, and Petco Park in San Diego for some of the largest shows of their career.

The 24-date run includes a festival stop at Bonnaroo, where they’ll headline Saturday night, and brings the Inhale / Exhale experience to new markets across the country. The routing reflects the continued growth of the band’s live presence, taking their one-of-a-kind show to stadiums and open-air venues rarely headlined by electronic acts.

The announcement follows a landmark year for RÜFÜS DU SOL, who recently earned a GRAMMY nomination for Best Dance/Electronic Album and closed out the 2025 leg of their historic Inhale / Exhale World Tour. Across nearly 50 dates worldwide, the band sold over 750,000 headline tickets and performed to more than 1.5 million fans across festivals and solo shows.

The North American dates follow the band’s largest European and South American performances, further cementing their status as one of the most in-demand live acts in the world and showcasing their ability to redefine the scale and reach of electronic music globally.

Tickets available HERE.

Mesophonic Drops Heavy Dubstep Rework of Marshmello & Juice WRLD’s “Bye Bye”

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Andry Bosk
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Mesophonic

Fresh off the buzz around his recent dubstep flip of Megan Thee Stallion’s “Mamushi”, Mesophonic returns with another fearless rework — this time taking on Marshmello and Juice WRLD’s “Bye Bye” and transforming it into a heavy-hitting dubstep weapon.

At just 13 years old, Mesophonic continues to build serious momentum within the electronic music scene, proving that age is no barrier to impactful production. His latest flip injects raw bass pressure and darker energy into the emotional core of the original, flipping it into something built for the pit rather than the playlist.

The result is a bold reinterpretation that feels both respectful to the source material and fearless in its execution.

Mesophonic Bye bye rework
Mesophonic Bye bye rework

What stands out most is the level of control and clarity in the production. The low-end hits with weight, the drops are tightly constructed, and the arrangement shows an instinctive understanding of tension and release — qualities that many producers take years to develop.

Mesophonic’s ability to reshape such a well-known track into a fully realized dubstep experience speaks volumes about his growing confidence behind the boards. With each release, Mesophonic sharpens his sound and expands his creative identity, positioning himself as one of the most exciting young prospects emerging in bass music right now.

If this trajectory continues, he’s not just flipping tracks — he’s laying the groundwork for a serious future in electronic music. Support the release, crank it loud, and keep an eye on Mesophonic as he continues to level up.

Listen to the track below!

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