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Nanoviola and Ken Bauer team up to present their latest collab, a Mainstage track titled ‘Concentrated’

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Metodi Gogovski
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Nanoviola and Ken Bauer team up to present their latest collaboration, a Mainstage track titled ‘Concentrated’, through Bauer’s label Future Rave Music. The talented artists mix their skills and sound in this new production, delivering an unmissable track for fans of the Future Rave and Techno genres.

Nanoviola, known for her unique blend of Classical music and Electronic Dance music, that takes elements from Future Rave, Mainstage and Techno genres, to name some, is keeping up with her steady rise in the Electronic music world, presenting this new hard-hitting release alongside the Swedish production maestro.

Ken Bauer, on the other hand, brings his experience and signature energetic and powerful sound that also blends elements from different genres, like Melodic Techno, Progressive House, and of course, Future Rave, to the table, having as a result a striking collaboration.

In ‘Concentrated’ a hard-hitting beat and growling bass line starts the track, the energy of the track guides the listening experience through a fulfilling and intense adventure; the breakdown features a hypnotic violin melody and a powerful release through drum breaks and intense pads. The drop releases the energetic and growling bass and synth lines to take the track to the next level. An unmissable production that blends Ken Bauer and Nanoviola’s signature styles and sounds in a perfect match that brings the best of their own skills to the dancefloor, ready to start the party.

This new release brings together two skillful artists and their powerful sounds, displaying their uniqueness and strength, delivering a driving and energetic listening experience for fans of Future Rave Music’s release catalog.

Be sure to follow Nanoviola and Ken Bauer as they continue to rise to the top of the list of artists to follow. ‘Concentrated’ is out now via Future Rave Music and it’s available in all major online stores and streaming platforms.

Hardwell returns with another boundary-pushing track ‘Anybody Out There’

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Alex Gelevski
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After a world-beating tour and acclaimed album REBELS NEVER DIE revealed a tougher, darker, and more personal side to the electronic music icon, Hardwell returns with another boundary-pushing track that combines the edgier production style of REBELS NEVER DIE with a more vocal-driven sound.

Featuring the additional talents of DJ/producer AZTECK and vocalist Alex Hepburn, ‘Anybody Out There’ takes the raw unfiltered energy of Hardwell’s recent work and spins it with an undeniable pop sensibility sure to light up both dancefloors and airwaves this summer.

In Hardwell‘s words, “Although my new sound is much harder-edged and techier, I still love the beauty of vocal-based electronic music. Every genre, from house music and trance to electro and techno, has given the dancefloor magical moments through big vocal tracks. That feeling a big vocal song has on a festival crowd is hard to describe, but when that moment comes, it’s intoxicating.

Azteck and I have known each other for a while, having previously worked together on music. As his recent run of form proves, he’s a great producer with a fantastic ear for a topline. So, I knew a big vocal collab with Azteck would be a fire release for the summer. But the track needed a specific type of voice to make it work, and the unique raspy quality of Alex’s voice made her the perfect fit for the distorted topline on ‘Anybody Out There’.

This track is special to me because I’d been longing to repurpose my new style into a vocal-driven anthem that blended other elements of my sound to create a sort of hybrid track. It needed the right emotion in the track, the right chords, and the perfect balance in arrangement to fit the current sound.”

Listen to the track below.

MK & Dom Dolla’s “Rhyme Dust” gets the remix treatment from Major Lazer

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Andry Bosk
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Two of the world’s preeminent names in global dance music, MK & Dom Dolla, released the most anticipated track of the 2023 – ‘Rhyme Dust’ back in February…the fans won in the end! Massive in clubs and radio alike, the track has now had over 50 Million global streams, is certified Gold in Australia, #1 at US Dance Radio, #1 on Beatport and spent 13 weeks in the UK Top 100.

Now “Rhyme Dust” gets the remix treatment from Major Lazer, who give the track a dubbed out afro-house treatment. Q Tip‘s iconic vocals are intertwined with sirens and a driving syncopated rhythm squarely aimed at the dancers. Diplo recently posted a teaser of the remix with fans once again demanding it get an official release.

‘Rhyme Dust‘ was unofficially unveiled in July 2022 when Dom Dolla and MK began road testing the track on the world’s biggest stages.. The collaboration was reshaped and refined taking various iterations, each version however continued to elevate the iconic sample from Q-Tip‘s ‘Breathe & Stop‘, a much loved hip hop classic.

On November 24th 2022, Dom Dolla made his Selected Sessions debut, positioned on the rooftop of a high rise apartment building in Belgrade, Serbia. Among the 1.5 hours of music performed, one track caused an unprecedented fan reaction – Rhyme Dust. Within 24 hours ‘Rhyme Dust’ had found an insatiable audience on Tiktok. The hashtag #rhymedust was viewed over 8M times, and a ripped audio version broke into the top 5 Soundcloud viral charts.

By January 2022, the fan demand for ‘Rhyme Dust‘ became so intense, MK and Dom Dolla requested all enquiry be directed to management. This ‘tongue-in-cheek’ comment gathered more momentum causing an avalanche of DMs, comments and emails directed at both artist’s teams furiously demanding a release date.

‘Rhyme Dust‘ is a genre bending ear worm. It is as much an homage to classic hip hop as it is a house record. Its distinctive qualities has made it instantly recognisable, crowds can be heard singing it back at live shows word for word. ‘Rhyme Dust’ is a true collaboration and a melting of minds between two of the most prolific producers in dance music today.

Listen to track below.

Bubba Brothers strike back with the release of another powerful 2-track Tech House EP ‘Meanings’

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Andry Bosk
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Portuguese DJ/Production duo Bubba Brothers strike back with the release of another powerful two-track Tech House EP titled ‘Meanings’, through their own label Mossdeb Sounds.

The powerful duo gets ready for the summer season with the release of a hard-hitting production that showcases their characteristic sound and style that has received praise and support from fans all over the world, as well as, recognition from top charts in the Electronic music world, like the Beatport Melodic and House charts, where the duo’s name is not unknown.

Now, they get ready to present this new EP that has everything it takes to become their next hit. This release unveils two tracks, ‘Alma’ and the track ‘Meaning’, fused into an uplifting and powerful listening experience that displays Bubba Brothers’ skills and sound.

In ‘Alma’ a lively and groovy beat starts the journey, rhythmic elements join the mix to set the stage for the hypnotic and liberating listening experience that lies ahead. A catchy bassline guides the track, as pads and processed vocal chops add a new layer of color to the exciting vibe of the track.

All this followed by a release, that unleashes the catchy bass and the energetic feel that’s a signature Bubba Brothers element. A powerful dancefloor filler, ‘Alma’ displays a vibrant and pulsating vibe that will ignite any party.

The track ‘Meaning’ features a slapping beat with a powerful low-end, a groovy bassline, alongside a steady delayed pad that start the party; guiding it to a mighty release with filtered vocals, a hypnotic bassline and a catchy melody that guides the infectious and uplifting listening journey.

With dynamic releases and subtle drops, this Bubba Brothers production showcases the duo’s powerful sound and signature style, providing an unmissable invitation to start the summer season with this hard-hitting release.

Make sure to follow Bubba Brothers’ journey across their official social media, as they continue to release powerful music and new live shows dates that promise to start the party with their energetic live performance style.

‘Meanings’ is out now via Mossdeb Sounds and available in all major streaming platforms and online stores.

Anjunadeep’s Nils Hoffmann releases latest single ‘Lonely’ feat. Rae Morris

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Metodi Gogovski
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Berlin-based producer and live act Nils Hoffmann releases his latest single “Lonely”, and will be launching his new Phenomena project with its first EP to be released July 28 on Anjunadeep.

In this new single, Nils collaborates with talented British singer-songwriter Rae Morris, who is known for her previous work with Lane 8 on the track ’No Fun’ and acclaimed by Clash, NME, and The Guardian. Nils pairs Rae Morris‘ heartfelt vocals with warm synths characteristic to his sound, creating a pop-influenced summer anthem.

The Phenomena EP series is a new ongoing project for Nils to release music that feels fitting for the present moment.

“There’s so much beautiful music that I’m excited to share with you in the future,” said Nils, “which leads me to my new Phenomena releases. While working towards my next album, there are some tracks that I just couldn’t wait to release. Maybe the inspiration felt too current to save, or the tunes felt appropriate for the season, this project will give me a running series to keep things fresh.”

Nils described his inspiration behind the single, saying “”Lonely”, features a beautiful vocal from Rae Morris. I made this for my live sets, and it was inspired by the highs and lows of my first headline tour this past winter. Going from the euphoria of performing to sleepless nights in hotels around the world is quite an experience, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world.”

Nils’ latest single follows the release of his highly praised album ‘A Radiant Sign’ which has amassed over 20m streams and radio support on BBC Radio 1, SiriusXM Chill, KCRW, and more. The album reached #1 on iTunes Dance and was championed by the likes of Maceo Plex, Joris Voorn, and Eelke Kleijn, to name a few.

This summer, Nils is embarking on an extensive tour, with over 30 shows across Europe and the USA. His performances included renowned events including Tomorrowland, ABGT Weekender at the Gorge, and Anjunadeep Open Air at The Brooklyn Mirage.

Listen to the track below.

LP Giobbi makes her Defected debut with ‘Giodisco’

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Marco Di
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One of electronic music’s fastest-rising stars, LP Giobbi is back with her highly anticipated Defected debut, ‘Giodisco’.

The DJ, producer, and classically trained musician has teased the high-energy cut at shows across the globe, with the track now set to fill dancefloors all summer long.

The joyful and vibrant ‘Giodisco’ further builds on her modern, disco-adjacent sound with filter techniques, expert sidechaining, and infectious hooks spearheading the production.

Her skills as a live musician, often improvising with modulator electronics in her sets have landed her on numerous ‘Ones To Watch’ and ‘Best Of’ lists in recent times, with this Defected debut following the release of her debut album ‘Light Places’ on Ninja Tune earlier this year.

Listen to the track below.

Defqon.1 Weekend Festival looks back on a successful 2023 edition

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Metodi Gogovski
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The biggest harder styles festival in the world, Defqon.1 Weekend Festival, took place again last weekend at the festival grounds in the Netherlands, and was completely sold out. Over 500 artists from around the world traveled to the festival’s Holy Grounds to provide a record number of over 250,000 visitors from 110 countries with the best shows for four days straight.

Spread across 11 stages at the festival, 3 stages at the camping area, and the new Defqon.1 Theatre, artists including Sub Zero Project, Rebelion, Sefa, The Prophet, Headhunterz, Angerfist, Phuture Noize, Miss K8, and Outsiders ensured that festival-goers were treated to the best music from the scene throughout the weekend.

Fans who didn’t want to miss any of the musical spectacle arrived on Thursday for the first day of the four-day festival. The festival weekend was once again filled with creative activations and concepts, this year centering around the theme ‘Path of the Warrior.’

On Saturday morning, nearly 10,000 visitors gathered to participate in a workout together during the Warrior Workout at the UV stage. Traditionally, the ‘left to right’ moment took place on the mainstage during POWER HOUR, where this year a record number of 65,000 festival-goers were directed from left to right.

With other highlights including the new Defqon.1 Theatre and the iconic festival closing during The Closing Ceremony, visitors were not short of entertainment.

Sander Bijlstra, Managing Director of Q-dance: “We look back on an unprecedented edition. Despite organizing Defqon.1 already for 20 years, it still remains incredibly special to come together with so many enthusiasts. The atmosphere among the audience was excellent. We want to thank everyone who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this edition unforgettable.”

During the renowned Closing Ceremony of Defqon.1 on Sunday, the unparalleled unity of fans of the harder styles was once again emphasized. The legendary end show was filled with phenomenal laser shows and impressive pyro effects. Accompanied by the song ‘Warriors‘ by League of Legends, 2WEI, and Edda Hayes, Defqon.1 2023 reached an ecstatic climax on Sunday evening.

Q-dance, the organization behind Defqon.1, has been at the forefront of the industry since 2001 and continues to be a pioneering player in the music scene.

Nora En Pure returns to the release front with a mystical original cut titled Sherwood Forest

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Marco Di
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Forever inspired by the natural world and the stunning scenery discovered during her time off in between tour dates, Swiss-South African producer Nora En Pure returns to the release front with a mystical original cut titled Sherwood Forest – out now on Enormous Tunes.

Originally crafting the track’s Club Mix, Nora En Pure opens the creation with emotive piano keys and gentle percussion. Leading the listener into an enchanting atmosphere, bouncy synths are met with soaring samples, achieving a low-end groove and evoking a sense of adventure.

Taking the original to a softer dimension, the Chill Mix demonstrates her diversity, combining the perfect blend of piano melodies and samples to capture the ambiance of the depths the outdoors, while allowing for reflection and sonic escape.

Nora En Pure shares her personal connection stating, “The combination of piano and the forest is something I truly adore. It evokes a mystical feeling that transports us into another realm. With the two versions, I wanted to encapsulate that, and offer alternatives for two different settings.”

A true force of nature, Nora En Pure continues to tour around the world at a superhuman rate, with recent stand-out shows at The Brooklyn Mirage, Tao Beach Las Vegas, Space Miami, Escapade Music Festival in Canada, and Daytrip LA (including a b2b set with Tinlicker).

Continuing her global summer voyage, she is set to play at Revelin in Croatia, Pacha Ibiza, ULTRA Europe in Croatia, Airbeat One in Germany, Gurten Festival in Switzerland, Club Chinois Ibiza, Cavo Paradiso Mykonos and Tomorrowland in Belgium, to name a few.

Listen to the tracks below.

Vintage Culture, Fideles & Be No Rain join forces on euphoric summer track ‘Fallen Leaf’

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Marco Di
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Brazilian DJ icon Vintage Culture has teamed up with Italian DJ duo Fideles and London singer Be No Rain for euphoric new single ‘Fallen Leaf’, the latest track taken from Vintage Culture’s highly anticipated debut album. Out 30th June and distributed by Virgin Music.

Arriving in time for peak summer season, ‘Fallen Leaf’ is a pounding floor filler decorated with flashes of bright synth over heavy pulsating bass. Be No Rain’s soaring vocal tops it off, as the track builds to a heart-stopping breakdown before rebuilding the pieces for a huge climax. This is a transcendent club anthem from the production masterminds of Vintage Culture and Fideles.

Having earlier this year announced his upcoming debut album to be released this fall, ‘Fallen Leaf’ is Vintage Culture’s latest in a string of head-turning 2023 singles, following The Clash rework ‘Rock the Casbah’, ‘Alive’ with Franky Wah, and ‘If I Live Forever’ ft Izzy Bizu.

From the tiny municipality of Mundo Novo, Brazilian house DJ Vintage Culture has risen to international stardom through his songwriting, studio productions and charismatic stage presence. Already a household name in his homeland of Brazil, he has really been announced as the world’s #1 House DJ in the DJ Mag ‘Top 100’, while climbing to #11 in the overall poll.

Forming together as Fideles in 2010, Daniele Aprile & Mario Roberti have been shaping music that blends the melodic and epic to deliver a mature and contemporary sound. Drawing on their lifelong influences, the Italian duo’s productions have piqued the attention of some of the biggest imprints in modern dance music. Their body of music to date is substantial, including releases on labels like Bedrock, Poker Flat, Stil vor Talent and more recently, Afterlife, Innervisions and Exit Strategy.

Be No Rain first burst onto the scene with his trademark tenor voice alongside Kas:st, and Tale of Us on their genre-defining anthem, Hold Me To The Light. Soon after, he caught the ears of trance legend Armin van Buuren, who reached out during the pandemic to collaborate on the haunting and mournful ‘Hollow.’ Colyn remixed ‘Hollow’ in late 2021, reintroducing melodic house and techno fans to Be No Rain’s distinctive vocal tone.

As lockdowns eased, a new Be No Rain song began making waves across the electronic music world. ‘Night After Night’, an earth shattering collaboration with Fideles and Camelphat, quickly made its way into DJ sets the world over. Upon release, ‘Night After Night’ was greeted as an instant classic, being featured in headline sets and mixes by David Guetta, Tiesto and Tale Of Us, to name a few.

With his stature growing with every release, 2023 looks set to be Be No Rain’s busiest year yet. He is currently building a live set, and has a whole slate of eagerly anticipated releases from across the electronic music spectrum.

Arriving amidst his famed residency at Hï Ibiza, ‘Fallen Leaf’ finds Vintage Culture in perfect harmony with Fideles & Be No Rain, resulting in a progressive house gem that’s set to be a fan favorite this summer.

Listen to the track below!

Splash House has announced the August lineups for its 10 Year Anniversary Season

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Metodi Gogovski
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Splash House has announced the August lineups for its 10 Year Anniversary Season. Over the last decade, Splash House has continually redefined the summer festival, fostering a boutique experience in the heart of Palm Springs with ahead of its time music curation and a devout fan community. Taking place August 11-13 & August 18-20, Splash House will celebrate its second consecutive triple weekender season and complete a monumental year for the brand.

Fresh off of a June edition that ignited Splash House’s 10 year anniversary season, the August lineups continue to expand on the level of top tier electronic curation that makes the event a perennial favorite in the summer festival calendar.

August Weekend One enlists an array of longtime scene favorites including Australian tastemaker DJ, producer, and renowned radio host Anna Lunoe, fellow Aussie export Wax Motif, crossover songstress Aluna, and two-time GRAMMY-nominated house music veteran Felix Da Housecat.

House hitters like Brazilian superstar Vintage Culture, GRAMMY-winning producer CID, party starters Lee Foss b2b Deeper Purpose, UK talent Sam Divine, new school producer and DJ J. Worra, and elrow resident Tini Gessler will be in full force at Splash House, in tandem with crossover stylings from Femme House leader LP Giobbi and viral hit-making producer Veggi.

 

Champions of the underground-leaning sound at Weekend One include lo-fi house phenom DJ Seinfeld, Detroit’s pioneering DJ Minx, Netherlands export Franky Rizardo, and fabric resident Jaden Thompson.

August Weekend Two is equally stacked, led by the likes of legendary UK multi-genre producer Skream, French icon and Confession label head Tchami, Nitti & Party Favor’s standout house project Sidepiece, the disco-inspired duo Classixx, and a club set from electronic-meets-R&B duo DRAMA. Household names like Terminal Underground’s Matroda, tech house hitmaker Chapter & Verse, Russian duo Volac, and globally supported UK producer Sosa will make appearances, along with rising names in the scene including Kyle Walker, Bleu Clair, Westend, and Ship Wrek.

Weekend Two continues with the hard hitting Sidney Charles, former breakdancer and graphic designer turned disco and electro beatmaker Demuja, and acclaimed Haitian DJ and producer Francis Mercier, plus next gen house riser Mary Droppinz, global clubland favorite waFF, and emerging Afro-Latina artist Juliet Mendoza.

By night, attendees can enjoy After Hours programming at the Palm Springs Air Museum. Weekend One features DJ sets by the GRAMMY-nominated ODESZA and indie dance duo Phantoms, along with UK house veteran Maya Jane Coles and fast-rising esoteric dance producer QRTR. Weekend Two features performances from Black Book Records founder Chris Lake, and DJ sets by versatile beatsmith Channel Tres and Norwegian brothers KREAM. The acclaimed venue provides an open-air dance floor and artists perform alongside historic aircrafts, all backdropped by the San Jacinto Mountains.

Splash House has evolved from a renegade poolside weekender into one of the most in-demand dance music festivals in North America, all the while retaining a distinct sense of style rooted in the culture and allure of Palm Springs. Vast desert landscapes and unique accommodations at the Renaissance, Margaritaville, and Saguaro Hotels converge with fashion-forward audiences and forward-thinking musical bookings to create a new way to experience the travel hotspot.

It remains the ease and comfort of the Splash House experience that makes it a favorite amongst its dedicated followers. All packages come with festival passes, a three-night stay at any of the three host resorts, and shuttle transportation between venues. Guests can relax in the comfort of a poolside room or catch their favorite artists from the balcony before making their way down to the dance floor.

New for this year, Splash House attendees will have the option to stay at offsite hotel options Palm Mountain Resort & Spa or L3 Oasis Hotel. Located right across the street from Margaritaville, L3 Oasis is just steps from the action and festival shuttles to take you between all host locations. There will be hourly shuttle service between Palm Mountain Resort & Spa and Renaissance Palm Springs only from 12-7PM (once per hour). Free for those with a festival wristband. Passes to Splash House will be included in these hotel packages.

All remaining passes and hotel packages will be available for purchase on Friday, June 30 at 10am PT HERE. GA passes start at $195 + fees. Guests must be 21+ in order to purchase.

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