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Township Rebellion team up with Flanko for a superb return to Truesoul

Continuing their love of collaborations, Township Rebellion return to Truesoul with another sublime two-track outing, this time teaming up with the rising DJ and producer Flanko.

German collective Township Rebellion have been in plum form in recent times, their two contributions to TruesoulBohemia / Mephisto‘ and ‘Expand Now / Adriana Said‘ produced alongside Victor Pilava and NoNameLeft respectively were proof in point.

On the live front, they also delivered a strong performance at Drumcode‘s Drumsheds show in March on the Truesoul stage. It’s been exciting to see them develop and become mainstays of the label.

Their latest offering sees them broaden their sonic palette, as their signature rolling progressive sound, rubs shoulders with darker techno realms via a link up with their friend Flanko, a producer with credits on Senso and Set About to his name.

Township Rebellion - Your Reality/My Prophecy
Township Rebellion, Flanko – Your Reality/My Prophecy

Your Reality‘ is a big barreling ace, six minutes of enveloping synth layers, dreamy vocal clips and pummeling bass. This is beauty and power in full motion. Stunning. ‘My Prophecy‘ is another delicious juxtaposition of dark and light, as organic bass and gritty techno drums find harmony alongside exquisite melodies, all topped off by the producers’ exquisite sound design.

Here’s what Township Rebellion had to say about the release:

“Music shouldn’t have boundaries, so we often thought about combining our melodic sound with the cosmos of dark techno. And we always loved the moment of surprise of bringing harder techno into our sets. This appreciation is what formed our series of collaborative releases on Truesoul.

Now we are back with two new tracks we made with Berlin based DJ/Producer and very good Friend Flanko. Hopefully creating another fusion of genres that you enjoy as much as we do.” 

Township Rebellion, Flanko
Township Rebellion x Flanko

Speaking about the collaboration, Flanko said:

“It was a huge honor for me to have the opportunity to produce these two tracks with my friends Township Rebellion. I love how the tracks combine both signature sounds. On one side it’s melodic and dreamy and on the other side driving, dark and punchy. Can’t wait for the release on Truesoul!” 

Listen to the tracks below!

HoneyLuv shares euphoric remix of hit Jamie Jones & AMEME collab track ‘Pliva’

Internationally renowned DJ and producer HoneyLuv is back with a rave-ready remix of Jamie Jones & AMEME’s 2022 summer single ‘Pliva’, out now on Cercle Records.

Pliva’ lit up dance floors upon its 2022 release, with intricate Afro house and Latin-infused textures and pulsating rhythms in the combined production from Jamie Jones and Nigerian Afrobeats artist AMEME. HoneyLuv’s remix ups the ante on the original, adding rasping hi hats, carnal drums and melodic synth flourishes to send the track skyward.

The remix follows HoneyLuv’s recent singles ‘365 (Thr33 6ix 5ive)’, ‘Right Spot’ and ‘This Is My Life’ with Roland Clark, as well as remixes of the latter two tracks by the likes of Bontan, Dennis Ferrer and Byron The Aquarius.

HoneyLuv Pliva remix
HoneyLuv ‘Pliva’ remix

Upcoming tour dates in May include EDC Las Vegas, DJ Mag presents in Cleveland, Detroit’s Movement Music Festival, and Cercle Festival in Paris. June includes Forbidden Fruit in Dublin, a supporting slot for FISHER in Cardiff, Bonnaroo Festival in Manchester, and a New York show supporting Dennis Ferrer.

HoneyLuv is on her way to being the next big act in Dance music. In her first year of being a house DJ/ Producer she was named Future Star of 2023 on BBC Radio 1, Beatport Next 2023 artist, 20 of 2023 by Tomorrowland, the Future of Dance for 2022 by 1001 Tracklist; Artist to watch in 2022 by Billboard; Emerging Artist You Need to Hear by DJ Mag and Rising Star by Pete Tong on Radio 1.

Incorporating her roots and new modern house into her futuristic, deep tech swaggy underground sound, HoneyLuv has gained support from the likes of Marco Carola, Michael Bibi, Kevin Saunderson, Seth Troxler, Maya Jane Coles, Loco Dice, Idris Elba and more, and performed at some of the most important venues and festivals in the touring scene such as Coachella, EDC, Brooklyn Mirage, Ushuaia, The Beams, Space Miami, Factory 93 skyline and many more.

Listen to the track below.

Danny Eviza Teams Up with Megan Ashworth for Emotional Dance Pop Anthem “I Am Done”

Multi-talented Italian DJ and producer Emanuele D’Onofrio, better known by his stage name Danny Eviza, is back with another captivating release, this time featuring the enchanting vocals of Megan Ashworth from Novasky. Titled “I Am Done,” this emotional dance pop anthem is set to make waves in the electronic music scene.

Inspired by his early exposure to 80s music and his passion for funky, dance, urban, and fusion sounds, Danny Eviza began his musical journey as a child, listening to his father’s records. Over the years, he honed his skills and ventured into music production, studying musical composition and eventually working on projects for advertising and television.

With a desire to create music that resonates with listeners and sparks their imaginations, Danny Eviza has carved out a niche for himself in the Deep House genre, while also exploring elements of Progressive and Pop Dance.

Danny Eviza – I Am Done

I Am Done” marks the latest chapter in Danny Eviza‘s musical evolution. Released under the Hit Music Group label from Sweden, this mesmerizing track combines Danny‘s experimental production with Megan Ashworth‘s magical vocals to deliver a powerful and sentimental message.

Available now, “I Am Done” invites listeners on a journey through the complexities of love and relationships. With its infectious beats, catchy melodies, and heartfelt lyrics, this track is sure to captivate audiences worldwide.

Don’t miss out on Danny Eviza‘s latest release “I Am Done,” a perfect blend of Deep House vibes and Dance-Pop sensibilities. Keep an eye out for this promising artist as he takes the electronic music scene by storm.

Listen to the track below!

Horizon presents the first event at Amnesia Ibiza, headlined by ARTBAT & Miss Monique

Amnesia Ibiza

Prepare to be transported into a musical world of the unknown when the much anticipated Horizon party launches on May 31st at the world renowned Amnesia Ibiza. Headlining this first ever melodic techno residency at Amnesia and playing together for the first time are Ukrainian underground tastemakers ARTBAT and Miss Monique, with support from Fred Lenix and Ubbah.

Horizon is a hugely ambitious collaborative project from Amnesia owners NightEvolution and Dubai developer Sekoya Management, owners of Soho Garden Dubai. It is set to host events in cities all over the world including an all new and groundbreaking Friday residency at Amnesia this Summer which will be headlined by Italian pair Mathame.

Say the people behind Horizon, “We’re drawn towards exploring further, to search for those sounds that make people feel profound emotions. Through HORIZON we open a portal in the white island that distinguishes fine melodic techno in an atmosphere with high standards regarding sound and production. This concept reinforces and brings a new step for our house, the authentic house of clubbing.”

Horizon Amnesia Ibiza lineup

The opening party offers a world exclusive coming together of two of melodic techno and progressive house’s most influential artists. ARTBAT are the duo behind the UPPERGROUND label and a pair who’ve taken their emotive, well crafted, synth heavy sounds to the world’s top clubs and festivals and already this year they have dropped big tracks like ‘In Your Arms,’ ‘Tibet‘ and ‘Take Off‘ and have picked up millions of streams in the process.

Meanwhile, Miss Monique has played just as vital a role in popularizing prog around the world with a superb stream of music on her own Miss Siona label, as well as DJ sets and high profile streams from gorgeous locations all over the world. She has topped Beatport charts many times over with her music and is sure to find plenty of magic with ARTBAT at this much anticipated opening.

Amnesia is a perfect place for these two stars to immerse dancers in their richly layered sounds – the club’s famous production will add an extra sensory edge, the sound system will deliver every beat as intended and the crowd are sure to make it a truly magical atmosphere.

Tickets available HERE.

FISHER collaborates with Jennifer Lopez on the reimagined classic hit ‘Waiting For Tonight’

Setting the tone for summer 2024, Grammy-nominated DJ and producer FISHER is teaming up with the inimitable Jennifer Lopez on an adaptation of the icon’s 90’s classic ‘Waiting For Tonight’, out now on his own label Catch & Release.

Waiting For Tonight’ offers a modern take on the original Jennifer Lopez classic that became a global phenomenon after its release in 1999. The record broke the Top 10 across multiple Billboard charts, went multi-platinum in 5 countries including the UK, Australia, France and Belgium, and simultaneously earned Lopez her first Grammy nomination.

FISHER‘s contemporary rendition of ‘Waiting For Tonight’ pays homage to the towering original, a track which, at its time, transcended music culture and marked a pivotal milestone in Jennifer Lopez‘s already-prolific career. Tastefully nodding to the cultural renaissance of the new millennium, this rendition celebrates the 25th anniversary of its release in triumphant style.

FISHER Jennifer Lopez

Waiting For Tonight’ kicks off a huge summer ahead for FISHER. In addition to his upcoming Hi Ibiza residency every Wednesday, he recently announced his own day festival at London’s Gunnersbury Park on August 9th with Purple Disco Machine, Vintage Culture and more. Not to mention his upcoming May appearances at his own sold-out Out 2 Lunch Festival with TEG Live and Vodafone, plus TRIIP Festival Malta at the end of the month.

Later this summer, FISHER and Chris Lake’s Under Construction show will headline Parklife Festival, following historic sets at Coachella and Hollywood Boulevard last year.

Listen to the track below.

John Digweed and Bedrock Records are coming back to London

Following the incredible success of last year’s inaugural daytime event, John Digweed and Bedrock Records are coming back to London with another extra special summer party for 2024.

Taking place at XOYO on Sunday, June 2, Bedrock’s second ever London day party will run from 4pm to 10pm, with a special extended ‘all day long’ set from label head John Digweed.

The label’s debut daytime event in October last year marked 25 years since the launch of the original Bedrock monthly parties at London’s Heaven and also celebrated the 1000th episode of John Digweed’s fabled Transitions radio show, which was recorded live from the club.

This year, attendees can look forward to another immersive sensory experience complete with state-of-the-art visuals, lighting and sound design, as one of London’s most established venues transforms into a haven for electronic music lovers and Bedrock fans alike.

Speaking about the upcoming event, John Digweed commented:

“After doing so many parties in the capital over the years, I hadn’t actually done a daytime event in London until last year. Last year’s Bedrock party at XOYO changed all that when I celebrated 1000 Transitions radio shows, and 25 years since the original Bedrock parties at Heaven first began.

All I can say is that the energy and atmosphere from the very start was truly incredible and a real credit to the Bedrock crowd who really appreciate great music and bring so much energy to the dancefloor. I just had to host another daytime event there as the last one was so special”.

Bedrock’s 2024 Summer Party at XOYO will take place from 4-10pm on Sunday, June 2.

Verknipt debuts behind-the-scenes video series, Road to Verknipt ArenA

The Road to Verknipt ArenA video series launches today, giving Verknipt ArenA festival goers an intimate first-look at the meticulous preparations and electrifying anticipation leading up to the biggest hard techno event in history.

The show will take place on Saturday July 20th, 2024, in Amsterdam‘s iconic Johan Cruijff ArenA with a mind-blowing capacity of 40.000 visitors, going above and beyond anything that has been pulled off in the hard techno scene to date.

As the anticipation builds for the biggest hard techno event in history, Road to Verknipt ArenA gives fans unprecedented access to the team, crew, production and artists that are contributing to this epic event.

Road to Verknipt ArenA

Spread out across five documentary-style episodes that will drop between now and the event, each part of the series unveils a new facet of the monumental show’s creation, giving fans a firsthand glimpse of the passion, dedication and creative vision driving Verknipt‘s mission to expand the hard techno scene around the globe

“With our ‘Road to Verknipt ArenA’ video series, we’re really pulling back the curtain and letting you in as we create history,” spills Mer Hajbarati, co-owner at Verknipt.

“We wanted it to feel like a backstage pass to what goes into creating the world’s biggest hard techno event ever. At the same time, this series is about making our entire community feel like an integral part of the team, because, let’s face it, this journey is as much theirs as it is Verknipt’s. Together, we’re creating something truly extraordinary.”

Verknipt

This first episode, titled, Road to: Verknipt ArenA | EP.01 – The Location, sets the stage for the monumental journey ahead. Viewers will be transported into the heart of the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam, where the sheer magnitude of the venue’s greatness serves as a backdrop for the preparations underway.

In episodes to come, Verknipt will also zoom into the technical aspect that comes with a production of this scale. The massive lighting rigs, laser set-ups, time-coded shows and out of this world visuals will take centre stage, drumming up the hype around the already hotly anticipated event.

As for the show itself, Verknipt recently lifted the veil on the lineup, revealing a jam-packed roster with 15 acts featuring many Verknipt favorites. On stage at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam will be artists like Sara Landry, Alignment, Shlømo, DYEN, OGUZ, DIØN & 6EJOU, to name a few. Verknipt ArenA will take place on July 20th and will go down in the history books as the biggest hard techno event ever.

Watch the first episode HERE.

Splice Launches Signature, New Jazz Sample Label

Music creation platform Splice has launched Signature, a new sample label that features a rich collection of timeless sounds inspired by the history of jazz, performed by some of the greatest modern players.

With more than a million searches for jazz in 2023 alone, Splice users are enamored with the genre.

Just last month, Splice partnered with producer Terrace Martin (Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, the Game, Busta Rhymes, Stevie Wonder, Raphael Saadiq) to unveil a brand new mobile experience.

“Jazz is a foundation in music and culture for creativity and innovation” said John McNeill, Label Lead, Signature at Splice.

“It has provided the soundtrack to everything from social commentary and activism to love and leisure, this genre’s impact can’t be understated. With the launch of Signature we want creators to have access to sounds that are not only timeless, but important” he added.

The Signature collection joins more than 30 separate individual sample labels created by Splice, representing more than 130 genres and diverse sounds from Amapiano to UK Drill and this year’s breakout sound, Phonk. This past fall, the company released Aaroh, an ambitious collection of sample packs featuring the sounds of South Asia.

“Beyond its foundational musical significance in all popular music, jazz has become an increasingly prevalent element within popular music,” said Matt Block, Head of Music Production at Splice.

“Samara Joy, a jazz vocalist, won best new artist at the GRAMMYs last year, Robert Glasper has been working to usher in a new jazz age for more than two decades and more recently, and artists like Laufey and Domi & JD Beck are fueling a resurgence of jazz on platforms like TikTok. With this new collection we hope to both reflect and encourage the growing popularity of jazz sounds in music creation.”

Splice Signature

Signature seeks to authentically highlight sounds from the long history of jazz’s evolution as well as focusing on showcasing the talent and artistry in the jazz community today.

Signature’s sound library explores the various styles, sub-genres and instruments in jazz that have contributed to innovation and pushing creation forward, especially in sample based music. This label also emphasizes content stories that promote the artists, composers, musicians and studios tied to the creation of these sounds.

The Signature collection feature six sample packs running the gamut of jazz’s cultural evolution:

Signature presents: The Front Line

An early jazz inspired pack paying homage to the birthplace of the genre in the 1920s. This release was produced with original compositions and arrangements from Christopher Stevens (trumpet) and Marcus Myers (drums) who also recorded the pack alongside Sam Gellerstein (tuba), Yesseh Furaha-Ali (clarinet) and Michael Spearman (trombone).

Signature presents: Love Legacy Vocal Jazz

Crafted with original compositions and arrangements written by Christopher Stevens and Marcus Myers (drums). The session was recorded at Turtle Studios in Philadelphia including some of the area’s finest in Donald Robinson (piano), Korey Riker (saxophone), Sandy Eldred (bass) and Carol Riddick (vocals), this pack features the sultry, emotive vocal stylings of the jazz vocalists who pioneered and defined an era.

Signature Presents: The Tribute – Cool Jazz

Produced with original compositions and arrangements from Christopher Stevens (trumpet) and Marcus Myers (drums) who also recorded the pack alongside the help of pianist Aaron Hardin and bassist Tim Ragsdale, this pack features custom crafted original compositions reminiscent of the cool jazz era.

Signature Presents: Cruising – Organ Trio Jazz

This pack unleashes the classic sound of the organ trio, where the Hammond takes center stage, creating an irresistible blend of groove, soul and improvisation. This pack was produced and recorded entirely by The Mini Q’s, who consist of Luke O’Reilly (organ), Anwar Marshall (drums) and Ben O’Neill (guitar), a unit who has been playing together so long that you can’t help but hear their soulful synergy in these loops.

Signature Presents: Rhythm Sections

With over 400 sounds, played by New York’s hardest working drummer, Charles Goold, this release contains everything from drum loops of shuffles, break beats, latin grooves and an extensive array of one-shots, recorded at The Bunker Studio in Brooklyn, a flagship studio for jazz music.

Signature Presents: Paradise Bay

This pack contains loops produced with original compositions and arrangements from Christopher Stevens (guitar) and Marcus Myers (drums), who assembled an all-star line up of musicians featuring incredible vocalist Gina Roche, pianist Jessee Hernandez, bassist Jay Rosado and percussion by the legendary Pablo Batista (Grover Washington Jr, Alicia Keys, Jill Scott, Teddy Pendergrass and many more).

Splice subscribers can access the new Signature sample packs HERE.

ULTRA Beach Bali unveils Phase 1 lineup for 2024 edition

The team behind ULTRA has just announced its stacked Phase 1 lineup for the sixth edition of ULTRA Beach Bali, taking place from Thursday, June 6 – Friday, June 7, 2024.

Touching down in the resort village of Canggu for the very first time at the expansive, two-level beachfront pool club Café Del Mar, ULTRA Beach Bali 2024 will maintain the boutique waterfront festival’s reputation for combining top-shelf production, beautiful scenery, and some of the world’s most in-demand electronic music acts.

This year’s ULTRA Beach Bali will feature a star-studded roster of heavy-hitting performers, including Swedish House Mafia-member Steve Angello, Dutch, platinum-record selling artist Afrojack, Swedish progressive house icon Alesso, trap pioneer RL Grime, GRAMMY nominated melodic bass duo SLANDER, transcendent bass producer Knock2, and trance star Ben Nicky.

ULTRA Beach Bali 2024 promises to transform Café Del Mar into an electronic music haven, where ULTRAnauts from around the globe can immerse themselves into the breathtaking atmosphere of the Bali beaches while experiencing one of the region’s most highly-regarded electronic music events.

ULTRA Beach Bali
ULTRA Beach Bali 2024 lineup

ULTRA Beach is an oceanfront boutique festival from ULTRA Worldwide that has welcomed tens of thousands of fans to events in exotic coastal locations around the world, in Europe, Asia, and Australia. ULTRA Worldwide continues to cement its status as the most international music festival brand.

Boasting active events on all six inhabited continents, including the flagship Ultra Music Festival in Miami, the global festival brand is heralded for delivering an unparalleled combination of top-tier electronic talent, cutting-edge technology, and large-scale productions.

2-Day Early Entry GA tickets (which require attendees to enter the venue before 5pm) are priced at $136.50, while 2-Day Regular Entry GA tickets are $162.

Tomorrowland Winter returns to Alpe d’Huez in 2025

The magical story of Tomorrowland Winter continues! Tomorrowland will return in 2025 to the breathtaking French ski resort of Alpe d’Huez for the fifth edition of Tomorrowland Winter. From March 15-22, 2025, the People of Tomorrow will unite again for a unique week-long winter festival adventure filled with snow, skiing, snowboarding and the finest electronic music.

Hundreds of the world’s best electronic artists will again perform across a collection of fabulous indoor and outdoor stages in the ski resort and on the mountains, boasting spectacular views of Alpe d’Huez and the surrounding mountains.

Inspired by the magical ‘Amicorum Spectaculum‘, the legendary fourth edition of Tomorrowland Winter took place from March 16-23, 2024. More than 22.000 People of Tomorrow came together to celebrate the spectacle of friendship in the beautiful French ski resort of Alpe d’Huez.

tomorrowland 2025
Tomorrowland 2025

More than 150 of the world’s best electronic artists performed across 8 magnificent indoor and outdoor stages, including AFROJACK, Alesso, Amber Broos, Andromedik, ANNA, Armin van Buuren, Da Tweekaz, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Henri PFR, Kevin de Vries, Konstantin Sibold, Lost Frequencies, Netsky, Nina Kraviz, Sebastian Ingrosso, Steve Aoki, Sub Zero Project, Tchami b2b Malaa, Vintage Culture, and many more.

Having travelled to Alpe d’Huez for the first time, the iconic CORE stage instantly turned into a crowd favorite, while ‘The Reflection of Love‘ stage was a brand-new gem to discover in the mountains, inspired by the fabulous ‘The Reflection of Love’ Mainstage in Belgium and Brazil.

More info about Tomorrowland Winter 2025 coming soon, sales will start in September 2024. Go to the official website, subscribe and stay-up-to-date with the latest news.

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