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Nitefreak joins forces with &friends and Phina Asa to make Tomorrowland Music debut

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Alex Gelevski
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African producer Nitefreak reunites with Afro-house collective helmed by Sean Thomas AKA &friends and key vocal collaborator Phina Asa for a joint-release entitled “Ike Onu”, out now via Tomorrowland Music.

This formal collaborative production between Nitefreak and &friends follows up the success of Nitefreak‘s remix of &friends‘ pivital single “Ode Ireti” ft. Oluwadamvic and eL-Jay. The remix saw unprecedented, viral success – receiving massive radio and touring support from top names in the space including Keinemusik, the infectious chorus “o-le-le” has become a staple in the sets of many titans of dance music.

Celebrating 1 year since “Ode Ireti“, &friends is also in the midst of a Remix Competition for the pivitol project track “Ode Ireti” in partnership with Beatport and Label Radar for aspirational producers to share their take on the song.

“Ike Onu” means “Stronger Together” in the native African language of Igbo. The song is smooth and soulful, with Phina Asa‘s vocals making their way back to the &friends soundwaves for the third time this year, following up her first single “Dangerous” and the projects’ Armada Music debut with an official cover of Armin van Buuren‘s “This Is What It Feels Like“.

The poignant percussion of the track boasts both signature sonic elements that belong to both &friends and Nitefreak all on their own, but find their way to the same track in perfect harmony. The lyrics of the song are heartfelt, reflecting on the challenges of the modern world while recognizing the complexity of life and importance of unity and collaboration for growth and resilience. The meaning of the track aptly demonstrates the continued creative partnership that has helped put both Nitefreak and &friends‘ productions on a world stage.

Sharing on the lyrics of the track, Phina Asa says:

“The idea behind this song was that I thought about the world today, and how it doesn’t look how it used to. It’s getting more challenging and complex, and in life we can’t thrive on our own without any help. We need people to support us, push us, hold us accountable, and help us grow.”

Bringing a fresh and unique approach, Nitefreak is at the forefront of the Afro Progressive House movement. He is managed by the Forbes-recognized label Deep Root Records and has since then seen a large upswing in global popularity.

&friends is the musical concept and brainchild of New York based Sean Thomas. Drawing the breadth of his inspiration for these musical works from the global cultures, Sean had a vision to create a project embodying tradition, culture and community culminating in the coining of &friends. He and the collective recently made their Live Debut on one stage in Egypt in August at SilverSands North Coast and released their track “Duro” featuring Dotun.

2023 is already delivering a thoughtfully produced, artfully composed compilation of works from both Nitefreak and &friends respectively. Through a holistic, multifaceted approach, both artists are set to make their way to even more dance floors around the world to unite us all.

Listen to the track below.

Marco Faraone unveils ‘Emergency’, his inspired remake of the Italian dance classic ‘Emergency 911’

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Marco Di
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Marco Faraone reworks an Italian dance classic, as Prezioso feat. Marvin ‘Emergency 911’ gets a modern-day techno remake.

Faraone was just 12-year-old when ‘Emergency 911‘ was released in 2000 on Time Records, the track sparking an early love for dance music, before he’d go on to discover house and techno in his mid-teens.

“Everyone from my generation grew up with this music; anyone who says different is telling a lie, just because they want to look cool,” he shares laughing. The original was a hugely popular at the time and today boasts over 2M plays on Youtube.

“Want to know the truth? I was lying in bed one day listening to some old dance records for fun and ‘Emergency 911’ came on and I decided right in this moment to bring it back to life by sampling the vocal from the vinyl and making a techno re-work that would be an exclusive for my sets.”

What started off as some fun delving into his past, soon turned serious when he sent the track to Adam Beyer, who played it during his b2b with Eric Prydz at Ultra Miami and countless track I.D requests ensued. Faraone knew he had something special on his hands.

An introduction to Time Records followed soon after. “The CEO Giacomo Maiolini was really surprised with the way I reworked such an iconic classic. When I explained that everyone in the techno scene was asking about the track, he decided to give us the opportunity to license it.”

One listen to Faraone‘s modern day remake and there’s no surprise it got the seal of approval from the legendary Time Records (and countless I.D hunting ravers). This is punchy and powerful techno that utilises the famous sample to thrilling effect. A very large record indeed!

Listen to the track below.

Hotboxx strikes back with his latest House track ‘What Is House’

By
Marco Di
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Unleashing his powerful signature style, Hotboxx strikes back with his latest House track ‘What Is House’. Set for release via Stashed, this dynamic new production from the Miami-based Producer is yet another stellar presentation of his impressive talents and unwavering commitment to delivering compelling and engaging listens.

Poised to continue surprising and impressing fans with his unique and innovative sound, Hotboxx is keeping his drive and motivation high, unveiling this captivating new release that is sure to elevate dancefloors around the globe with its hypnotic grooves and intriguing sound.

With an unstoppable drive and consistent pace, Hotboxx has built a powerful momentum over these last months that has seen him demand attention from genre enthusiasts worldwide. As he drops hard-hitting productions and delivers unforgettable live DJ sets, Hotboxx brings a fresh new energy to the Electronic Music realm that sees him climbing even higher on the list of innovative Producers and DJs currently on the scene.

Hotboxx – What is House

His reputation and popularity are only set to continue to soar as he finds new ways to engage with and captivate his followers; his radio show ‘All The Smoke’ is quickly gaining traction as it elevates Electronic Dance Music to new heights, showcasing Hotboxx’s talent and skills, not only as a Producer but also a DJ. Now, he is ready to drop this new House track that is sure to become a new favourite for not only his fans but all lovers of the genre.

‘What Is House’ opens with a processed vocal sample, as a steady beat, funky rhythmic elements, and catchy chordal line enter to drive the track forward. Soon, an underlying bassline and uplifting horn melody join the mix, while a bouncy synth guides the listening journey; then, inspiring vocal chops and groovy low end add a hypnotic vibe to this enthralling and vibrant track. An exciting and refreshing auditory experience, ‘What Is House’ is another unmissable release from Hotboxx.

Make sure to follow Hotboxx across social media to stay up-to-date with this talented Producer and DJ as he continues making his mark on the landscape of Electronic Music.

Listen to the track below.

Play Records present this year’s ‘Play at ADE 2023’

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Andry Bosk
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Here with their annual collection of music for the Amsterdam Dance Event, Play Records present this year’s ‘Play at ADE 2023’.

This year, the album boasts an impressive line-up of talent, varying in genres from across the Electronic Music realm. As they introduce a plethora of new artists to the Play Records family, this year’s compilation album delivers an exciting showcase of some of the top Producers and DJs currently on the Electronic Music scene, spotlighting rising talent and highlighting the very best within the genre.

The 2023 edition prominently features the genres of Techno and Tech House, displaying the passionate creativity of DJs and Producers from across the globe.

As the album presents both new and unreleased works from artists such as Cynthia Laclé, Robbie P, Sean Bartley, and DJ CJL, to name just a few, Play Records cement their established place within the Electronic Music realm as leading tastemakers: prominent in their influence on the scene, Play Records have a diverse and varied selection of Producers and DJs whose music has been distributed via their label and this new album works to highlight this diversity.

Shining a light on the vibrant and ever-evolving nature of Electronic Music, this year’s ‘Play at ADE’ is sure to become a go-to destination for lovers of Electronic Dance Music to discover this year’s most promising Producers and DJs and the ideal place for newcomers to Electronic Music to start exploring the innovative and unique sounds of the genre.

Balancing out the Techno and Tech House, the album also displays the genres of House, UK Garage, Progressive, Dubstep, Bass House, and Big Room. With acts like ACT Music Producer, Elegant Producer, Daniel Distinkt, and Hectic, this year’s compilation brings a refreshing and exciting energy, delivering a listening experience that is both diverse and considered.

As they present their own unique perspective of Electronic Music with this new album for ADE this autumn, Play Records cement their well-established place within Electronic Music, proving themselves as leading arbiters of taste.

Listen to the tracks below.

Tensteps presents the highly anticipated release of his debut album, ‘Infinite’

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Alex Gelevski
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Tensteps presents the highly anticipated release of his debut album, ‘Infinite’, via Andrew Rayel’s label Find Your Harmony.

Having teased fans with several well-received singles, including recent releases ‘End of The Earth’ featuring vocalist Natalie Major, and ‘Paradise Tonight’ alongside Sendr and Robin Vane, Tensteps presents a hard-hitting 17-track album that powerfully showcases his signature sound and that is poised to reach new milestones for this highly skilled producer.

Known for a unique style that blends elements from the Trance, Progressive, Melodic Bass and Psytrance genres, Tensteps productions have already received support from the likes of Armin van Buuren, Andrew Rayel, Blasterjaxx, and Jeffrey Sutorius, putting his name high on the list of artists to follow closely.

Now, he is ready to unveil this impressive new album that delivers powerful bangers and striking collaborations.

Tensteps Infinite

Talking about the context and inspiration of the album, Tensteps describes:

“’Infinite’ is really the embodiment of having no limits, nothing stopping you from pushing towards something you want. There’s a light at the end of every tunnel if you make the choices that get you there. You can find the way out of the darkness, out of the shadows, and you can build yourself up if you fight to do it.”

A musical journey of its own, the album begins on an uplifting and striking note, inviting listeners to join the skillfully crafted listening experience. Sonically built up on intense, pounding beats, driving basslines and uplifting melodies, the album displays a mighty sound that showcases the Producer’s indisputable talent.

Throughout the album, Tensteps adds new layers of colour to his bold productions with collaborations with well-known vocalists in the Electronic Dance music world: SGNLS, a singer-songwriter who secured the 2022 Future House Music Award for ‘Best Vocalist’, is featured on his single ‘Don’t Want It To End’; lead single ‘Broken Ones’ features the mesmerising vocals of Linney, an artist with previous collaborations with global superstars like Gareth Emery, Ummet Ozcan, and Tritonal; and another previously released single ‘Deja Vu’ includes captivating vocals from the talented singer-songwriter Sarah De Warren, just to name some of the striking collaborations displayed in this release.

Tensteps also welcomes some fresh collaborators that listeners may not yet be familiar with, such as pop-punk vocalist Auzzybear on the rock-influenced “Spark”, and melodic bass newcomer DRKMODE for the album’s closing track “Save My Soul”.

The album’s impressive line-up of talent both established and up-and-coming plays beautifully into Tensteps’ refreshing sonic soundscapes. With an electrifying vibe and fervent energy that captivates listeners from the first track, ‘Infinite’ is an unmissable listening experience.

With this debut album, Tensteps puts on full display his passion and commitment to producing powerful, emotionally-charged music. As an artist that is steadily rising to the top of the Electronic Dance Music world, ‘Infinite’ is set to become a new favourite not only for his followers, but also for fans of dance music everywhere.

Listen to the tracks below.

Butch Turns Funkatician with Fresh New Single ‘Go Brooklyn’

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Alex Gelevski
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Diverse and dynamic, Butch is one of those artists who operates in the liberating grey area of electronic music.

Committed to cultivating that ineffable “feeling” that comes through when music is produced with heart and authenticity, Butch shifts between styles effortlessly and playfully. With over two decades experience, he is an assured, confident creator and selector.

His online persona is indicative of his ability to inject fun and humour into the music he makes, and the wider music industry, too. A prolific producer, Butch has an extensive discography, full of releases on a wide range of influential labels (including Rekids, Running Back, Turbo Recordings, Defected and many more). With this latest single, we see the German producer bringing the heat with a smooth, funked up cut full of character and nuance…

Butch – Go Brooklyn

Quality production from Butch as usual. Fresh, funky and full of energy, this is a cut that is bound to ignite dance floors worldwide.

Highlights of Butch‘s touring schedule this year included shows for Circoloco Ibiza and New York, Brunch Electronik in Barcelona (together with Solomun), various big festival shows and club bookings in legendary venues such as Robert Johnson in Offenbach and Shelter Amsterdam, to name a few.

Listen to Butch‘s BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix below.

Listen the track below!

Drumcode Reveal World Exclusive 5-way B2B Set From Yacht Week 2023 [VIDEO]

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Marco Di
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Techno titans Drumcode have revealed a world exclusive set performed for guests this summer on Yacht Week in Croatia. The hour-long footage sees a mammoth, live back-to-back take place on a yacht between Drumcode label boss, Adam Beyer, Bart Skils, Juliet Fox, Joel Mull and Layton Giordani, with audio livestreamed to the 24 yachts following in one huge techno flotilla on the Adriatic coast.

The stunning footage was captured on the final day of the week-long Drumcode x Yacht Week event which took place from 27 May to 3 June 2023 around the impressive Croatian coastline. It took five cameras, two GoPros and two drones to shoot it, and a tech team to stream the audio into all guest yachts.

Guests can be seen dancing out on the decks of other yachts as they carve through the waves, while the DJs go deep into their selections before looking up with a smile as they remember where they are DJing. This is a true one-off DJ set.

Drumcode founder Adam Beyer said:

“Yacht Week is a personal favourite that I look forward to each summer. Although the family has doubled in size over the past two years, it still has that amazing, intimate vibe that makes it feel so special – staying on yachts metres apart, exploring all day and party all night. It’s amazing to meet people who have travelled from all corners of the globe to sail with us, sharing our love of music and adventure. I can’t wait for the third and final year in 2024!”

Yacht Week and Drumcode will partner up again in 2024 as together they continue to dispel the myth that techno is made purely for underground clubs and festivals. Instead, the brands have created a unique and intimate experience where guests travel alongside the world famous Drumcode talent, immerse themselves in a mix of exploration, culture, wellness and adventure, and party in the most exceptional settings – with quality DJ sets taking place on Yacht Week‘s famous floating DJ booth.

Hosted by the original floating festival, Yacht Week, lineups for the 2024 trip-of-a-lifetime are yet to be announced, but techno fans can trust that Drumcode will serve up some of the biggest and best artists in the scene.

50% of tickets for Drumcode x Yacht Week 2024 (1-7 June) are already sold out and the remaining are expected to fly, fuelled by the fact that this is the last event planned between the two brands in Croatia. Spots are available from £963 / €1,112 / $1,169 per person.

B Jones, Dubdogz and Jem Cooke come together for ‘Warrior’ on Tomorrowland Music

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Metodi Gogovski
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In a collaborative triumph, Spanish female DJ & producer B Jones, Brazil’s fastest rising twin stars Dubdogz and UK singer/songwriter Jem Cooke have come together for their thrilling single ‘Warrior’, released on Tomorrowland Music!

Combining their forces for the first time ever with their dynamic styles, B Jones and Dubdogz have curated the ultimate crowd pleaser, bound to captivate dancefloors in gripping fashion. The catchy and high-energy dance anthem immediately brings a fresh vibe with stunning vocals by Jem Cooke, most known for her work on CamelPhat‘s & Cristoph‘s ‘Breathe‘. The brand-new track is landing right on time before B Jones‘ and Dubdogz‘s performances at Tomorrowland Brasil.

B Jones

‘Warrior‘ by B Jones, Dubdogz and Jem Cooke is part of a collection of specially curated festival releases by Tomorrowland Music leading up to Tomorrowland Brasil, celebrating the return of Tomorrowland to Brazil on October 12-14, 2023 by gathering some of the most prominent artists in electronic music on Tomorrowland‘s record imprint.

Dubdogz

Here’s what Jem Cooke had to say about the track:

“Warrior was written about being in a place where you feel like you have nothing left to give but your brain scans across everything you’ve already done and how far you’ve come and that makes you believe that if you can just dig deep again, you can push through another tough challenge.

It’s an internal conversation between the voices in your head – one that tells you “you’re rubbish, give up!” and the other that says “you’re amazing keep going!” and making sure the good guy wins…like a war cry to yourself to keep going and push past the gremlins and the fear.”

Jem Cooke

‘Warrior‘ is out now via all platforms.

Sander Wilder presents his latest single, ‘Into The Abyss’

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Metodi Gogovski
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The Romanian-based DJ and Producer Sander Wilder is here to present his latest single, ‘Into The Abyss’, set for release via OHM Music: a sub-label of Black Hole Recordings.

With a thumping beat, hypnotizing synth leads, and mesmerizing sonic details, this new track from Sander Wilder promises to impress. As it gets ready to energize dancefloors around the globe, ‘Into The Abyss’ reaffirms Sander Wilder as a talent to watch closely as he continues embarking on his unique and captivating musical journey.

On a trajectory to becoming one of the most exciting talents on the scene today, Sander Wilder has emerged within Electronic Dance Music with a diverse and fresh sound.

Bringing a new and vibrant aura of originality to the genre, this talented Producer and DJ has spent years honing his craft and now presents a unique and skilled-sounding production style sure to see him reach new heights with each new release.

With a focus on blending elements from the Melodic House, Techno, and Progressive genres, Sander Wilder’s signature sound showcases his passion and love for Electronic Music, as he delivers both energetic and dark-sounding soundscapes. With an experimental and explorative approach to sound design, it is clear that Sander Wilder has a unique talent, enabling him to curate stimulating sonic experiences that leave his listeners fascinated and entranced.

With the release of ‘Into The Abyss’, Sander Wilder delivers a track poised to capture the attention of genre enthusiasts from around the globe, effortlessly summoning them to join the party.

Featuring a powerful blend of driving beats, energetic synth lines, electrifying pads, and a punchy bassline, ‘Into The Abyss’ offers an exhilarating and mighty-sounding sonic experience. As the synth-led breakdown works to build the tension, filtered elements and intensifying risers drive the track towards the drop. Delivering high-energy vibes, ‘Into The Abyss’ promises to leave a lasting impression.

Make sure to follow Sander Wilder across social media to stay up-to-date on his latest releases, projects and live performances, as this Producer and DJ is showing no signs of slowing down soon.

Listen to the track below.

Amnesia Has Announced the Full up for Their Closing Party

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Marco Di
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Amnesia has announced the full up for their closing soiree which includes Charlotte de Witte, Deborah De Luca, Joseph Capriati b2b Jamie Jones, Enrico Sangiuliano & Nina Kraviz. Joining them will be Ben Sterling, Danny Howard, Fleur Shore, Mar-T b2b Seb Zito, Magnetizm, CAAL, Cuartero and Luca Donzelli. They will perform alongside.

The Amnesia closing is Ibiza’s most essential and adventurous party and it has unveiled the final epic line up for October 14 2023.

This unmissable celebration will welcome BBC Radio star Danny Howard, Ben Sterling, Fleur Shore, Mar-T b2b Seb Zito, Magnetizm, CAAL, Cuartero and Luza Donzelli as well as Charlotte de Witte, Deborah De Luca, Joseph Capriati, Jamie Jones, Enrico Sangiuliano and Nina Kraviz.

Amnesia Closing Party 2023 lineup

Once again the Amnesia Closing is one of the final parties on the island and always the most memorable way to end the season with special back-to-back sets and more. It offers the last chance to enjoy the cutting edge production of the world’s most famous club, with high class international artists from across the music spectrum all sure to bring their a-game one last time after a what has been a spectacular season full of innovative events with brands like Metamorfosi, Paradise, Pyramid, Paradise, Do Not Sleep, elrow, Amnesia Presents and HE.SHE.THEY. all having reached new heights.

Now the club will open its doors for one final time so you can meet friends old and new, enjoy a final spine-tingling sunset on the Terrace, get lost in the heart of the dance floor in the Main Room and lodge some musical memories deep in your brain.

This historic closing party will sell out so make sure you are part of the story by getting your tickets now.

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