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Dream Nation unveils the full lineup for its 2023 edition

Dream Nation celebrates a decade of sharing electronic music on 15 & 16 September 2023 at the Parc des Expositions Paris Nord (France). After an initial wave of names ranging from electro giants to rising stars, the festival is now unveiling some thirty new artists to fill out the strong line-up of this 10th edition!

After 9 unforgettable editions of the festival, Dream Nation intends to make this anniversary edition an unforgettable ceremony of diversity and passion. From Electroclash to Techno, Drum & Bass, Trance, Dubstep and Hard Music, the 30,000 Dreamers expected to attend will be able to discover the wild lives and dj sets of the international stalwarts, French leaders and incendiary collectives most in vogue on the electronic scene.

Zeds Dead, Nina Kraviz, Miss K8, Hilight Tribe, Héctor Oaks, Sefa, Virtual Riot, Salut C’est Cool présente Dimension Bonus, Bagarre and many more… Many of the most iconic artists on the electronic music scene have been announced on the line-up! Discover the new names who’ll be spreading their ecstatic vibes across the festival’s 3 stages, from dusk till dawn.

Dream Nation 2023 lineup

Joining Nina Kraviz, Héctor Oaks and Hadone on the Techno Stage for the first day of festivities are 3 iconic artists. Berlin icon Ellen Allien will turn the dancefloor into a steam room with her feverishly energetic set, while warrior Cassie Raptor will plunge the audience into a dark, industrial atmosphere. As for Mac Declos, the latest addition to Anetha‘s label, he’s got a groovy set in store, like an invitation to lose control.

On the Hybrid Stage, the evening will also have a rave, punk and electroclash flavour with the arrival of alternative quartet Contrefaçon. Italy’s craziest duo, Expulze & Narfos, will also be on hand to stir up the sound, alongside Salut C’est Cool présente Dimension Bonus, Bagarre, Sköne and El Desperado.

Miss K8, Sefa, Rooler, Vertile and Empira join French virtuoso Billx in the Hard Music arena, transporting the crowds to the rhythms of his delicate Hardtek basses. Dutch Raw Hardstyle phenomenon Act Of Rage will be invading the dancefloor with kicks of pure violence, as will young French prodigy Hysta. Last but not least, the craziest duo on the Hard Music scene, GPF, will be causing a general mental bug with their limitless show.

With a Bass Music Stage presented by Zeds Dead‘s prestigious label, Deadbeats, this second night session promises to be one to remember, with Drum & Bass headliners Wilkinson and Fox Stevenson setting the dancefloor alight alongside Koven and Spor. On the Dubstep front, Zeds Dead and Virtual Riot are joined by the iconic Liquid Stranger, masked duo Barely Alive, and Dutch phenomenon Posij.

On the Trance Stage, the stars will align for a line-up that already includes Hilight Tribe, Bliss, Freedom Fighters and Sajanka. A divine psychedelic session with master Ajja awaits the audience, as well as a trip to the land of progressive Trance with virtuoso Berg. A post-apocalyptic show combining cyberpunk and psytrance will be presented by the stage performers La P’tite Fumée, ending up in the stratosphere with the craziest alien in this universe, Graviity.

The colours of the Surprise Stage have finally been revealed! Paris most sought-after collective, La Darude, will be at the helm, taking us back to the future in the 2000s. Mixing Eurodance, happy hardcore and hard trance, the crew, made up of Die KlarDj Kwamē, Esteban Desigual, Canelle Doublekick and Future is Offline, will be welcoming some exceptional guests to their stage.

Starting with Paul Seul and Von Bikräv, two leading members of the Casual Gabberz collective, who will be waging a merciless b2b battle. Norwegian phenomenon MRD and sulphurous UFO Eargasm God will round off this session of euphoria, pop culture and racing goggles.

Dream Nation is putting on an extraordinary show on 15 & 16 September 2023 at the Parc des Expositions Paris Nord in France. There’ll be plenty of surprises in store for the 30,000 dreamers expected to attend! Stay tuned.

Tickets available HERE!

Amnesia has completed the full reveal of all residencies taking place over the 2023 season

Pyramid Amnesia Ibiza

The world’s most renowned club Amnesia Ibiza has completed its weekly residencies for what is set to be the most forward-thinking and diverse summer season yet. There is a mix of retiring icons, Ibiza mainstays and brand new parties all covering the freshest house, deepest techno and everything in between.

The week starts on Sundays with the in-house Pyramid party offering a carefully curated mix of DJs and live acts from all across the underground. The seasons runs from 11th June until 8th October with highlights featuring the likes of Ricardo Villalobos b2b Raresh b2b Franco Cinelli, Kerri Chandler, Nina Kraviz, Caribou, Bonobo (DJ Set), Raresh, a Solo Techno takeover with Charlotte De Witte, KiNK live, Richie Hawtin and Sama’ Abdulhadi plus much more in the rest of the season.

Mondays are all about Amnesia Presents Gorgon City, Sonny Fodera and Danny Howard – a three way tag team who will offer up the biggest new school house sounds with Greta Levska also lining up from 19th June until 25th September. On August 7th and 14th, Gorgon City will be replaced by Paul Woolford.

Amnesia Ibiza

Tuesday 4th July, 11th July, 18th July and 12th September is when EDM legends Steve Aoki and Timmy Trumpet bring their maximal sound and crazy party antics to Amnesia with special guests each night, while Tuesday 25th July until 22nd August is when Argentine star Bizarrap presents Ibizarrap. Expect a colourful mix of Reggaeton, rap, Latin trap and pop, hip-hop, EDM and future bass like no other.

Wednesdays is the welcome return of Jamie Jones‘s Paradise from 21st June until 4th October. The island’s most famous house party deals in taste making DJs only, with quality sets from across the house spectrum and famously high grade production that takes it to the next level.

Thursdays from 8th June until 31st August are all about Bresh – one of the most popular and talked about parties for young people in Latin America which is now known around the world.

Fridays welcomes HE.SHE.THEY. from 16th June to 14th July and from 25th August to 8th September. HE.SHE.THEY. is record label, fashion label and house and techno party with old school values that defined the early scene – it’s about immersing yourself in a world where gender knows no boundaries and self-expression reigns supreme in a celebration of diversity, inclusion and the power of music to bring us all together with world class DJs and mind blowing performances.

Fridays from 21st July until 18th August see Joseph Capriati bring his unique Metamorfosi concept to Amnesia after such a super debut last year. Expect the Italian to serve up immersive showcases of house and techno from his closest friends and inspirations such as Dubfire, Paul Kalkbrenner, and Sven Väth, icons of clubbing culture. He will also be accompanied by friends like Jamie Jones, Luigi Madonna, Markantonio, Seth Troxler, and Enrico Sangiuliano, Agents Of Time, ANOTR, Ben Sterling, Dax J, Dennis Cruz, Ellen Allien, Indira Paganotto, Jaden Thompson, Vintage Culture and many more.

elrow closes out the week on Saturdays from 27th May until 30th September as the most colourful explosion of carnival atmospheres, wild production, dancers and fresh sounds on the island.

The scene is now set and the countdown is on to this unmissable Amnesia season.

Tickets available HERE

Junior Jack links up with Massimo Conte for ‘Goodbye’

Junior Jack

Italian-born artist Massimo Conte has been cooking up a melange of house productions across the genre’s spectrum, taking him to labels such as Paul’s Boutique and LW Recordings.

Now he comes out of the traps with a tougher sound, as seen through his label debut on Adesso Music, collaborating with label boss Junior Jack for the first time ever on ‘Goodbye’.

A dancefloor-ready production with additional touches from the Adesso Music boss himself, ‘Goodbye’ pairs slick drums with a groove-laden bassline before a moody female vocal takes the fore, making for a killer club cut drenched in attitude.

Massimo Conte Goodbye (JJ Rework)’ drops via Adesso Music on 23rd June 2023.

Pre-order ‘GoodbyeHERE!

ULTRA Europe 2023 has unveiled Phase 3 of its star-studded lineup

ULTRA Europe has unveiled Phase 3 of its star-studded lineup, adding more than 80 artists to its already-stacked roster.

Taking place from Friday, July 7 through Sunday, July 9 at Park Mladeži in Split, Croatia, the ninth annual edition of the world’s premier destination music festival has announced that headliner Hardwell’s Revealed Recordings label will host a takeover of the UMF Radio Stage, which follows a handful of previous successful Revealed Recordings takeovers at Ultra Music Festival in Miami.

New additions to the festival’s Main Stage include renowned Dutch producer duo W&W, ULTRA veteran Mykris, and German DJ/producer Plastik Funk. They join the previously-announced Main Stage headliners Alesso, Afrojack, Axwell, DJ Snake, Gryffin, Oliver Heldens, Martin Garrix, Steve Aoki, Tchami, Timmy Trumpet and Zedd.

Ultra Europe 2023 lineup

Over on the RESISTANCE Stage, ULTRA Europe has added Lebanese/British sensation Nicole Moudaber and melodic techno titan Massano as headliners, as well as support acts Juliet Fox, Maz, Ginchy, Millean, Pero Fullhouse, Rory, and Tomo in Der Mühlen. These house and techno mavens join the ranks of previously-announced RESISTANCE headliners Adam Beyer, Boris Brejcha, Carl Cox, and Charlotte de Witte.

Hardwell’s Revealed Recordings stage takeover on the UMF Radio Stage will include artists such as Jeffery Sutorius, Adam De Great, Avao, Dr Phunk, KDH, Mr. Black, Olly James, Teamworx, Tim Hox and Vinne.

The UMF Radio Stage will also showcase DJs such as Akira, Avadox, Chris Willsman, Dave Caffrey, Gil Glaze, Jimmy Clash, Lorenzo, Mike & Me, Pink Panda, TJO, Vanillaz, Yamatomaya, and Yaksa.

Croatian music associations HDS and ZAMP will also present numerous local performers on this stage, including Ana Antonova, Ivna Ji, Jan Kinčl, PEZNT and Tom. Rounding out the stages at ULTRA Europe is the OASIS Stage, which will present 15 additional international DJs.

ULTRA Europe also offers the ultimate six-day Destination ULTRA ticket for €349, which will grant access to all events during the Destination ULTRA week.

ULTRA Europe has released a limited number of one-day tickets for €79. ULTRA Europe VIP tickets are already over 90% sold out. ULTRA Europe tier 3 GA three-day tickets are still on sale for €199, and six-day Destination ULTRA tickets are still on sale for €349.

All tickets are on sale HERE!

This year, ULTRA Europe partnered up with Croatian Tourist Board, whose mission is to position Croatia as one of the top European festival destinations and remind all tourists that the Croatian coast is truly the summer’s most refreshing place to visit, featuring beautiful hidden coves and spectacular turquoise bays.

Destination Ultra 2023

Destination ULTRA 2023 Schedule:

Friday, July 7 – Sunday, July 9 – ULTRA Europe at Park Mladeži Stadium, Split
Monday, July 10 – Regatta Party at 585 Club, Bol, Brač
Tuesday, July 11 – ULTRA Beach at Carpe Diem Beach Club, Pakleni Islands, Hvar
Tuesday, July 11 – RESISTANCE Hvar at Carpe Diem Beach Club, Pakleni Islands, Hvar
Wednesday, July 12 – RESISTANCE Vis Closing Party at Fort George, Vis

Chris Lake releases the Four Tet remix of his viral hit “In The Yuma” ft. Aatig

Chris Lake photo by Rukes

Chris Lake releases the Four Tet remix of his viral hit “In The Yuma” feat. Aatig via Black Book Records/Astralwerks. Trading in the slow-morphing rhythms and epic piano of the original for frenetic, go-for-broke house production, Four Tet’s majestic makeover overflows with charm and attitude. 

The original, inspired by Chris Lake’s performance in the Yuma tent at Coachella 2019, perfectly pairs Aatig‘s sultry vocals with blistering beats and dizzying effects. In the hands of veteran British producer Four Tet, the pulse-pounding number takes on a whole new aura amidst unhinged piano arrangements, layers of textures and sounds, all peppered throughout a classic house beat.

The remix has everything required to get the people moving on the dance floor, which Four Tet proved when he played it during his headlining Coachella set B2B Skrillex and Fred again.. this year. The remix follows the GRAMMY®-nominated artist’s recent single “Beggin,” a sizzling collaboration with Aluna that received acclaim from the likes of Rolling StoneDancing AstronautEDM.com, and Forbes, who called it “another anthemic song by Lake.”

That track was a highlight of Chris Lake’s two sold-out performances at Brooklyn Mirage, which underlines his iconic standing in the dance community. Lake gave V Magazine a recap of his Brooklyn Mirage opening weekend takeover in this interview. That was further emphasized by his recent DJ Mag North America cover story, an in-depth article that details his game-changing impact and continuing influence on house music.

With multiple RIAA gold records and a GRAMMY nomination to her name, Aatig has taken part in some of the most acclaimed songs in dance music but has never emerged from the shadows: until now. With releases like ‘Take It Off’ alongside Fisher, also released now, Aatig is just getting started.

Alongside her work with essential house and techno producers, she’s a songwriter, singer, producer, and performer with her own singles on the way. As she continues to pave her own path, she makes her DJ debut at Club Space in Miami on July 7th for the Black Book Records Takeover.

The track is available to download/stream HERE.

David Guetta unveils his ‘Future Rave – Live At Hï Ibiza’ Mix on Apple Music

Grammy-winning dance music pioneer David Guetta has unveiled his brand new ‘Future Rave – Live at Hï Ibiza’ mix on Apple Music.

Recorded live at David Guetta‘s Future Rave residency at Hï Ibiza on 16 September 2022, this mix lifts you right into the midst of one the White Island’s biggest parties—from wherever you choose to listen.

It’s a thrilling document of peak time at the venue voted the World’s No. 1 Club by DJ Mag readers in 2022 and 2023.

Starting with his Sia-assisted monster “Titanium“, the French superstar punctuates a series of his own world-conquering hits (“Without You“, “I’m Good“) and productions (“I Gotta Feeling“) with dance-floor bangers new (“Tití Me Preguntó“) and gold (“Get Ur Freak On“).

This is a set precision-engineered to raise hands, spirits and the Theatre room’s roof. 13 microphones and Dolby Atmos technology combine to immerse you in a unique sonic experience, placing you right on the Hï Ibiza dancefloor.

David Guetta continues his revolutionary Future Rave residency at Hï Ibiza this summer. Every Friday from 2 June to until 29 September, the dance music titan and his Future Rave collaborator MORTEN will be joined by weekly resident Arielle Free and A-list guests from across the house and progressive spectrum.

Listen to the mix below.

FISHER has released his hotly-anticipated new single ‘Take It Off’ with Aatig

FISHER

Grammy-nominated DJ and producer FISHER has unveiled his hotly-anticipated new single ‘Take It Off’ with Aatig on his label Catch & Release.

Following previous single ‘Yeah The Girls‘, which already has almost 25 million streams on Spotify since its release late last year, FISHER returns with another surefire hit. Combining funk-laden bass, swooning synths and Aatig‘s addictive lead vocal over a deep pulsating groove, ‘Take It Off‘ sets the tone for a typically jam-packed club and festival season for the Australian superstar. As well as a weekly Hi Ibiza residency, his TAO Vegas residency and appearances at Parklife, Elrow London, Outside Lands, BBC Radio1 Weekend Ibiza Weekend and Saga Festival to name a few.

FISHER‘s first curated festival TRIIP in Malta took place from 2nd June, with a huge lineup including Claptone, Eats Everything and Loco Dice.

FISHER – Take It Off

Known for his wild sense of humour and energetic DJing style, FISHER first burst onto the electronic scene with tracks ‘Stop It‘ and ‘Ya Kidding‘ and has since become one of the scene’s most in-demand talents. He then dropped ‘Losing It‘, his breakout track that earned him his first Grammy nomination. Fast-forward to 2023 and the track has now amassed well over half a billion streams – cementing its status as one of the biggest dance records of the decade in the process. The Australian just recently closed out the Coachella Outdoor Stage with Chris Lake a few weeks back which broke records of achieving the biggest attendance at the festival to date.

Continuing his trajectory as one of the most sought-after DJs in the business, ‘Take It Off‘ is another irresistible summer anthem from FISHER.

Listen to the track below.

GORDO Drops Essential Mix on BBC Radio 1

Globally-renowned DJ/Producer GORDO has unveiled an exclusive Essential Mix on BBC Radio 1. Following two extraordinary performances at Coachella, GORDO has quickly become one of the most sought-after artists in the tech house scene.

With a relentless tour schedule that has taken him from Hï Ibiza, Green Valley, and Shalvata Tel Aviv to Lollapalooza, Fiction Canberra and Savaya Bali, GORDO has firmly established himself as a force to be reckoned with.

Known for his willingness to take risks and experiment with his style, GORDO has collaborated with industry heavyweights such as The Martinez Brothers, El Alfa, KAS:ST, Feid, and Drake showcasing his versatility as a producer. GORDO was instrumental in the production of nearly half of Drake’s latest album, “Honestly Nevermind,” which catapulted him to the top of Billboard’s Hot 100 Producers charts. Additionally, DJ Mag recognized GORDO‘s remarkable contributions by naming him the #1 Hispanic DJ.

Returning to his roots earlier this year, GORDO, also known as Diamante, launched EDIFICIO TARAKA, a pioneering learning center situated in rural Guatemala. Reflecting the same name as his remarkable event TARAKA, which has consistently sold out venues across the globe, GORDO is gearing up for a monumental edition of TARAKA shows as well as his 8 hour long solo set at The Brooklyn Mirage on July 16th, promising an unforgettable experience for his fans.

Listen to the mix here.

Reinier Zonneveld announces new album releasing first single: ‘Music Is The Answer

Reinier Zonneveld

Techno legend Reinier Zonneveld will release his newest full-length artist album this year, with new single ‘Music Is The Answer’ out now on Filth On Acid—the first taste of the top-selling techno royalty’s hotly-anticipated album.

The fourth in a constant stream of genre defining full length releases, Reinier Zonneveld looks to once again hit new heights and push the boundaries of his ever evolving sound with his latest productions. Having been a mainstay in Reinier‘s live sets for two years now, ‘Music is the Answer‘ has rattled the walls at Reinier Zonneveld’s sold out show at the Ziggo Dome, as well as at Awakenings, Tomorrowland, Amnesia Ibiza, EDC Las Vegas, BAUM Colombia, Timewarp, and elrow, to name a few.

Music Is The Answer‘ is a thunderous slice of vocal techno channeling timeless ’90s-leaning sounds but with a fresh new perspective. Throbbing off-beat bass underpins the thumping drums, while distorted acid grunts contrast sharply with the sweet vocal delivery. A slow-building breakdown channels classic trance as the vocal teases towards the chorus, exploding in thumping but understated fashion. Haunting pads float above the 303s, with a sparse arrangement allowing the vocal to really shine.

Fans will be delighted to hear news of the new album— Reinier Zonneveld‘s first since 2019. The DJ and producer comments: “In this new album, I feel like there’s more consistency to the music – it’s all techno, but I’m exploring techno in a broader sense. There is diversity to the tracks, but they are all within the techno spectrum. I’d say this album is my biggest development as an artist, as the selection of music feels really cohesive.

The album was designed to be suitable for home or club play, with a lot of attention to detail to ensure that it fits in any environment. It’s all high-impact stuff but there’s enough musical content to keep you entertained when you listen at home. It’s like a blend of melodic music but then in a very high energetic form. So it’s really techno, but still with a lot of energy. I think the themes, production and the sound design are a big step up from my previous work and I am really happy with how my exploration of conveying emotional communication through the means of dancefloor-suitable techno worked out.”

From composing his first classical musical piece at a young age to building a cult following for his intricate live performances, Reinier Zonneveld is one of the most exalted talents in today’s techno scene. He is widely praised for his outstanding technical ability with samplers and analog synths, conducting technical live sets.

2023 is due to be a landmark year for Reinier Zonneveld, on top of the new album this summer, he has an eventful festival season ahead playing at the world’s most prestigious stages, such as Tomorrowland, Awakenings, and Parookaville, in addition to throwing the first edition of his own festival, Karren Maar in the Netherlands on August 5, where he will be attempting to break a world record for the longest live electronic music performance.

Listen to the track below.

Gorgon City release new remix of John Summit’s hit ‘Where You Are’ feat. Hayla

Gorgon City have released their official remix of John Summit’s hit single, “Where You Are” featuring UK artist Hayla. The North London producers prove themselves superior once more as their alternative take features engulfing basslines and fierce grooves aimed to strike emotion and intensity all at once.

Over the last few months, “Where You Are” has instantly become a fan favorite throughout the landscape of dance music lovers and beyond. Now, Gorgon City resume official remix duties as they share their sharp new rework of “Where You Are” fusing together an irresistible blend house grooves and club-ready sound. Notable dance artists such as Dom Dolla, MK, and Danny Howard have also recently supported the new remix within their sets.

Peaking at #2 Dance Song in the US at Dance Radio and #9 on the Billboard Hot Dance/ Electronic charts, “Where You Are” has gained respect from Armin Van Buuren and Zedd, who have recently incorporated the track into their sets.

The remix is now available on all major streaming platforms and fans can expect to hear it throughout all of festival season. Last week, John Summit sold out 3 nights at New York’s Brooklyn Mirage to kick off the city’s summer season and will be playing major festivals such as Hard Summer in Los Angeles, Life Is Beautiful festival, Elements Music & Arts Festival, and more as well as will be gearing up for his European summer tour run.

Listen to the track below.

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