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Nora En Pure returns to Enormous Tunes with two soul-stirring offerings, Arbora & Illusions

Following her heart-warming original Who You Are in September, Swiss-South African artist Nora En Pure returns to Enormous Tunes with two soul-stirring offerings, Arbora and Illusions.

Musing over her 2022 original, Forsaken Dream, Arbora serves as an answer to its predecessor. Life is a journey filled with unexpected twists, and sometimes moments of strength occur when you least expect them.

In those instances, when everything seems to fall into place, the door to revive forgotten dreams opens just enough to reignite our imagination and motivation. They inspire us to follow the path towards what we originally deemed impossible, and recognize that we can accomplish whatever we set our minds to. Arbora is about making that decision, and taking the path that seemed too difficult to follow.

Inspired by landscapes and moments of calm during her touring break, Illusions sets a sentimental tone from the very first note. Employing classical elements and euphoric sounds, Nora En Pure crafts a captivating arrangement that embodies the essence of her unique artistry. Illusions will be available on Spotify on November 3, 2023. Tried and tested in her shows over the past few months, both creations formed an instant connection with audiences in her sets around the globe.

With every release, Nora En Pure‘s music speaks to the soul of her audience, making her an artist who truly stands out in the world of electronic music. Marking a new step with her label Purified Records, the imprint has announced a long-term partnership with renowned underwater photographer Daniel Nicholson and action platform for the planet, OnlyOne. All forthcoming release artwork will showcase Daniel’s masterful photography, combined with OnlyOne’s informative data.

The project aims to draw attention to our oceans, while fostering a greater awareness and knowledge about these remarkable underwater realms. For more information on upcoming projects and news, make sure to follow Nora En Pure on socials, and BandsInTown for upcoming tour dates.

Stream and purchase Nora En Pure – Arbora / Illusions HERE!

Sander Wilder delivers an exclusive guest mix for Rave Jungle

Prepare to immerse yourself in the exciting and vibrant sonic world of Sander Wilder as we invite him to take over the decks.

Delivering an exclusive guest mix for Rave Jungle, Sander Wilder is here to showcase his signature hard-hitting sound as he presents an electrifying line up of tracks that are sure to raise the energy.

Known for his innovative production style and dynamic approach to live performance, Sander Wilder welcomes us into the groove, offering infectious beats, punchy rhythms, and powerful productions. So, get ready to move, as this week’s guest mix is sure to get you in the mood to party.

Listen to the guest mix below.

Tracklist:

1. Sander Wilder – Destiny (Original Mix)
2. Daniel Portman – Pheromone (Extended Mix)
3. Cristoph, Artche – Illusions (Original Mix)
4. Indifferent Guy – Apollo (Original Mix)
5. Mats Westbroek – For So Long (Extended Mix)
6. Sander Wilder – Edge Of Tomorrow (Original Mix)
7. City of rebellion – What You Do (Original Mix)
8. Daniel Portman – True Salvation (Extended Mix)
9. ZEYB – Neverland (Extended Mix)
10. Giuseppe Ottaviani – Keep You Safe (Extended Mix)
11. Delerium – Silence (Stone Van Brooken, Pete K Extended Mix)
12. Sander Wilder – Into The Abyss (Original Mix)
13. Sound Quelle – Wonderland (Boxer Extended Remix)

DJ Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal) & REZZ set to Headline Tahoe Live

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Get ready for an unforgettable winter weekend, as the highly anticipated Tahoe Live descends upon Palisades Tahoe on December 15th and 16th. This year, festival-goers will witness an electrifying experience, headlined by the trailblazing force in electronic music, REZZ, and DJ Diesel, better known as the living legend Shaquille O’Neal.

Tahoe Live promises to deliver an unmatched fusion of music and natural beauty in the heart of the picturesque Lake Tahoe region.

Stay tuned for more exciting announcements, as additional artists will be revealed in the coming weeks, adding to the already stellar lineup.

Tahoe Live

Tahoe Live is not just about the music; it’s an immersive experience that combines the thrill of live performances with the breathtaking beauty of the Lake Tahoe region. Palisades Tahoe provides the perfect backdrop, with its stunning mountain views and world-class amenities, creating a one-of-a-kind festival atmosphere that is sure to be unforgettable.

Tickets are available now, and with a lineup featuring the trailblazing REZZ and the electrifying DJ Diesel, they’re sure to sell out fast.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the official Tahoe Live website. Don’t miss the opportunity to be a part of this extraordinary weekend of music, mountains, and memories.

The Chainsmokers will Headline NYC’s biggest Halloween party, Twilight Harbor

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The Chainsmokers

Ignite Group and Nebula have joined forces to bring two of the world’s greatest superstar DJ duos to Brooklyn Navy Yard’s massive stage for NYC’s biggest Halloween party, Twilight Harbor.

The Chainsmokers will headline on Friday, October 27th with special guests Dillion Francis, Forester, and Press Play will spin. Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike will headline their first US show in over four years at Twilight Harbor on Saturday, October 28th.

Brooklyn Navy Yard will be transformed into a visually-stunning 104,000 square foot playground, combining captivating set designs, lasers, lights and special effects to set the perfect Halloween scene. Tequila Don Julio joins the Twilight Harbor festival as the exclusive Tequila sponsor serving up signature craft cocktails and a luxury drinks experience.

VIP attendees can enjoy premium bottle service and cheers to a night celebrating the spooky season with incredible music and premium tequila. Nebula will host the night’s VIP SkyDeck experience.

“For Ignite Group, this event is not just another show; it’s a celebration of music, art, and community. The anticipation surrounding this event has been tremendous, and we’ve been working tirelessly to ensure that this will be a weekend to remember. We’re sparing no effort to make sure everyone knows that Twilight Harbor is ready to take NYC by storm this Halloween,” said Ignite Group‘s Marketing Director Peter Dong.

The Chainsmokers, an American electronic music duo, have etched their mark on the global music scene with their infectious beats and innovative sound. Composed of Drew Taggart and Alex Pall, the duo emerged in 2012 and swiftly rose to prominence with a blend of EDM, pop, and progressive house. With a distinctive style that seamlessly bridges the gap between electronic and mainstream pop, The Chainsmokers have garnered a dedicated global fan base and earned numerous accolades, solidifying their status as prominent figures in contemporary music.

Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike‘s path from celebrated DJs, to dominating the global electronic music scene has been on a constant, upward trajectory leading them to once again become World topping No.1 DJs. Having topped the 2019 edition ‘DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs‘ poll, the pioneering duo currently ranks #3 in the world and were the first ever duo to win the No.1 DJ crown back in 2015.

Their unique live shows have propelled them into global stars and enabled them to become two of the most prominent dance music figures of the modern era. The anointed ‘King of Tomorrowland‘ have set the world stage on fire with countless headline performances for festivals such as EDC Las Vegas, EXIT festival, Parookaville, UNTOLD, Sensation and Creamfields. As well as led to the duo becoming a fixture on stages normally reserved for pop and rock stars, of which have included the UEFA Champions League Final in Madrid and Lollapalooza South America.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased HERE!

Martin Solveig returns with uplifting new album Back To Life

Parisian house phenomenon Martin Solveig is back with his hotly anticipated new album Back To Life, out now via POSITIVA/EMI.

His first LP since 2011, Back To Life was worth the wait: jam-packed with unforgettable melodies, zesty productions and talented collaborators, this is a life-affirming new sound from Martin Solveig.

Album opener and latest single ‘I Don’t Wanna Work’ pairs a classic Solveig disco groove with the infectious vocal hooks of Stefflon Don, and ‘Coffee at Tiffany’s’ maintains the party vibe with Raphaella’s sweet melodies over funk bass.

Lost’ strips back the groove for a more reflective and heartfelt moment, while ‘Bite Size’ with Ina Wroldsen is a piano ballad set to a disco stomp.

Martin Solveig – Back To Life

Album centerpiece and lead single ‘Allo Allo’ once again looks to Raphaella for an earworm hook that lives long in the memory, followed by the cool downtempo strut of ‘After Midnight’ with MNDR. ‘Now Or Never’ is a rousing, emotional banger featuring a soaring lead vocal from in-demand singer-songwriter Faouzia. Capping off the album, ‘Confettis & Rain’ closes out on a beautifully melancholic piano-driven ballad.

After over a decade, the wait is over: Martin Solveig has released a new full-length album, and it doesn’t disappoint.

Listen to the tracks below.

KVSH is back with ‘Acid Peppers’ on Tomorrowland Music

Brazilian DJ & producer KVSH is unleashing his newest club tune ‘Acid Peppers’, released on Tomorrowland Music!

Luciano Ferreira, aka KVSH, has been creating gold lately with his high-profile shows and global hit songs like ‘Sicko Drop‘, all racking up tens of millions of streams.

Now, KVSH is back with ‘Acid Peppers‘, a fresh track featuring an insatiable vocal hook over a driving bassline and sturdy beat, building tension and anticipation in equal parts.

KVSH – Acid Peppers

Acid Peppers‘ by KVSH 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 by gathering some of the most prominent artists in electronic music on Tomorrowland‘s record imprint.

Listen to the track below.

Syncia & Soul Central join forces with a colossal remix of Sgt Slick’s ‘Just Keep Walking’ ft. INXS

House music legends Soul Central and UK techno newcomer Syncia join forces with a remarkable remix of Sgt Slick’s massive re-imagining of the 1980 INXS hit ‘Just Keep Walking’.

This fantastic remix showcases expert drum programming and string work from the collaboration between Soul Central and Syncia paired with dark textures and monster bass lines that have become synonymous with their chart topping productions. Perfectly capturing the essence of the original mix while simultaneously highlighting their own distinctive sounds, this mix maintains an air of punk fueled energy directed at the dancefloor, raw and energetic in all the right places.

The Original mix, which first started off as a bootleg now has the official stamp of approval from the iconic Australian band eventually earning a full release on the renowned Neon Records. With its sleek and modern production, it received a massive response when first played at the annual IMS Conference in Ibiza this summer and premiered on Pete Tong’s BBC Radio 1 show.

Soul Central is most famously known for their version of ‘Strings Of Life’ which became a worldwide anthem and one of the most prominent songs in clubland. The duo Paul Timothy and Matt Mckillop are presently celebrating 20 years at the forefront of House Music recently launching their label CENTRL Music with fantastic reworks of their all time classic.

With a myriad of residencies and appearances spanning across Europe, Australia and Asia on the cards including a massive NYE gig in Vietnam alongside Fatboy Slim, Soul Central’s sound continues to guide the pulse of clubland, orchestrating a sustained celebration of the ever captivating realms of House music.

Syncia is fast becoming a serious name to watch on the global Techno circuit. Delivering a stream of releases that continue to find favour with major DJs, whilst engaging clubbers across the world with unbridled energy, driving drums and a defined underground edge.

2023 has seen the UK producer conjure an impressive catalogue of music in a short period of time, most notably serving as the initial release on Release LDN with his self-titled E.P, ‘Syncia‘ and most recently delivering a compelling three-track package on Dense & Pika lauded Kneaded Pains which achieved the top spot on both the Beatport Techno and Melodic House & Techno charts and reached a rather impressive #19 positions in all releases.

2024 is set to be a huge year for Syncia, as he has a multitude of projects lined up including 2 EP’s on Release LDN, an array of gigs including NYE at Studio 338 alongside Roger Sanchez, a new EP on Juliet Fox‘s Tregambe imprint and the announcement of the launch of his own branded event in the UK and Ibiza.

The remix of “Just Keep Walking” by Syncia and Soul Central is a custom-crafted track designed to ignite the dance floor. It showcases the collaboration of two powerful musical forces with distinct styles. Out on a strictly limited promo only, this will become a surefire weapon for DJ’s across the globe.

Listen to the track below.

Dyzen & Sideral drop ‘Radiant’ EP on Mind Against’s new label!

One of the most sought-after IDs of the summer, Dyzen & Sideral’s collaborative mainstage weapon “Dialogue” is finally out after being rinsed by Mind Against at festivals around the world.

Combining energetic techno melodies with classic trance stabs, the rising stars bring out peak time dancefloor action. Veteran producer Recondite smooths out the original, taking it from the festival stage to the club, while keeping the energy intact.

With the EP rounded out by the hypnotic “Radiant”, Dyzen proves himself as a big new name on Habitat.

Listen to the tracks below!

Öwnboss and Outflux team up on ‘Preacher’, released on Tomorrowland Music

Brazilian superstar Öwnboss has teamed up with fellow Brazilian DJ & producer Outflux on their sexy house anthem ‘Preacher’, released on Tomorrowland Music! ‘Preacher’ is infused with Öwnboss’ signature bass house groove and lush vocals by the Los Angeles-based vocalist No/Me, immediately bringing a fresh vibe, sounding catchy as hell as it keeps moving on tasty bass lines and synth-heavy chords.

Preacher‘ by Öwnboss & Outflux 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.

Here’s what Öwnboss had to say about the release:

“I’ve been working with Outflux for years, he’s a talented Brazilian producer who became a friend. So, we are always talking and ‘Preacher’ caught my attention from the beginning. When I heard it for the first time, it was already great. The vocals of the super talented and hit maker No/Me were incredible and I knew I could add a lot in terms of production.

From then on, we adjusted the project and got in touch with Tomorrowland Music as we knew it would fit perfectly with the label. ​The production of ‘Preacher’ was challenging. How to musicalize a song with such a sonorous, pure and striking vocal? Our job, then, was not to fight with it, but cooperate and join efforts. In other words, we looked for a production that worked in favor of the track’s vocals, so that it was the protagonist; where the melodic progression and synths were present, important and catchy, but that didn’t never steal the spotlight from the voice. So we made the entire song based on the vocals and the synth drop, which in my opinion is the highlight of this song.”

Speaking about the release Outflux said: “We wanted the drop to sound powerful, but catchy, so we decided to use a unique type of sound for the main lead. We went after something that sounded cool, but also different, and that’s when we came up with this heavily distorted lo-fi type of sound. We used No/Me’s vocals a lot for the ear candies, we re-pitched a couple of ad libs, made some weird sounding stuff, and made it fit into the drop. The final result turned out awesome.”

Listen to the track below.

Charlotte de Witte Unveils Highly-Anticipated EP, “Power Of Thought” on KNTXT

Techno phenomenon Charlotte de Witte unveils her brand-new EP “Power Of Thought”, out now on her own KNTXT label.

The trio begins with the title track “Power Of Thought” – which immediately erupts into a hypnotic techno beat interspersed with spoken mantras of mindfulness. This is followed by “Pria”, a pulsating journey featuring hypnotic, mantra-like vocals.

The EP ends with the ambient track “Abada”, punctuated with the occasional drum and chanting vocals before it quickly strips away to silence.

Charlotte de Witte – Power Of Thought EP

“For ‘Power Of Thought’, I wanted to create an EP that touches deeper emotions and captivates the meditative trance you have when you let go on the dance floor,” says de Witte.

“‘Pria’ has already brought me a lot of joy over the last few months when I have played it during my sets. It offers a moment of reflection and a chance to catch your breath during the rougher, more peak-time tracks I play.

‘Abada’ is a track that I really enjoyed making. I discovered these magical chanting vocals and I just knew I wanted to use them in a track. Though this track is maybe less playable in one of my sets, I feel that Abada found its home on this EP and completes the ‘Power Of Thought’ circle” she adds.

Best known for her “dark and stripped-back” brand of techno and crossover to other sounds of the underground, Charlotte de Witte pushes the boundaries of the electronic genre with music that has a distinct and unforgettable sound that is uniquely her own. De Witte’s innovative ability allows her to seamlessly blend genres and styles that have won her a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim.

Power Of Thought” is the follow-up EP to de Witte’s “Overdrive” EP, campaign and tour, which recently wrapped with a Los Angeles takeover last month and included performances at Brooklyn Mirage, Primavera Sound, Rock Werchter, Super Bock Super Rock, Lowlands, and Rock En Seine.

The “Power Of Thought” release will include an exclusive apparel drop as well and will coincide with the opening day of KNTXT Turbo Club, de Witte’s epic 3-day pop-up event series taking over Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) from October 19 – 21, 2023.

With a different “KNTXT” each day, the turbo-charged pop-up will feature a massive lineup of performances, a dedicated KNTXT shop, immersive music experiences, and other surprises at an undisclosed location in Amsterdam. Capacity will be very limited and tickets can be purchased HERE!

HERE you can listen to and purchase the EP.

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