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Reinier Zonneveld reigns as Techno royalty after sold out 11 hour Live NOW Festival performance

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Marco Di
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World-renowned Techno DJ and producer Reinier Zonneveld has completed the inaugural edition of his Live NOW Festival, raising the bar on the techno industry at large with a dominating 11 hour marathon performance.

A legendary show that’s been in the works for years, Live NOW Festival took place at Hembrugterrein on the outskirts of Amsterdam, injecting the beautifully dilapidated grounds with the Dutch techno titan’s spirited sounds.

By playing around the clock with his full personal studio on stage, Reinier Zonneveld highlighted exactly why he sits at the forefront of techno. Over 11 wild hours, fans were treated to everything from nostalgic rave classics to spur of the moment improvisation, lush with vibrant live synth work and moments of blisteringly fast beats.

Here’s what Reinier Zonneveld had to say:

“It’s not often I can perform for 11 hours in a row. At a festival, DJs usually only get a one-hour slot, which doesn’t always give me the opportunity to play certain tracks. When you can play for 11 hours, you get the chance to take a full journey through the music.

That’s why I decided to create my own festival experience. I am extremely grateful to everyone who believed in the concept and to all the fans who bought tickets. Live NOW was completely sold out and it was great to pop together with 12,500 visitors.”

With Live NOW Festival now in the rear view mirror, Reinier Zonneveld is taking his sound back on the road, with upcoming dates across Europe, as well as a performances across the US.

ACRAZE rounds up star-studded cast for latest ‘Do It To It’ remix package

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Alex Gelevski
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After introducing himself to the global scene with his first ever European tour, ACRAZE, dance music’s hottest trendsetter, returns with a new remix package of his chart topping platinum-certified hit, “Do It To It.” Packed with 3 genre-bending remixes and a new mix from ACRAZE, the Do It To It (More Remixes?!) dropped via Thrive Music and Virgin Music.

With one of the industry’s more impressive tour schedules, including stops at the mainstages of EDC Las Vegas and Tomorrowland, as well as an early 2022 residency with TAO at Hakkasan, Wet Republic, and Marquee, it’s easy to imagine ACRAZE getting lonely at the top.

Do It To It (More Remixes?!) makes it clear that things couldn’t be further from the truth, as ACRAZE has assembled an A-team of creative cohorts to give his timeless original a new lease on life.

Following an already-impressive cast of remixers (including the indomitable Tiësto), as well as 8 billion streams for ACRAZE‘s original release, Do It To It (More Remixes?!) presents a slew of new takes on the American producer’s modern classic, each with the viral potential to follow in the footsteps of its predecessor.

From a searing, club-ready remix drafted by Frenchman Hugo Cantarra, as well as already-viral bass remixes from YOOKiE, to a blistering take from Tom & Collins, and finally, a reimagined new mix from ACRAZE himself, the latest EP transports “Do It To It” to new and unforeseen heights.

Set for release through none other than Thrive Music and Capitol Records, the new remix package is available now.

Listen to the remixes below.

David Guetta & Bebe Rexha link up on hotly anticipated viral single ‘I’m Good (Blue)’

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Metodi Gogovski
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Global superstars David Guetta and Bebe Rexha join forces on anticipated new single ‘I’m Good (Blue)’.

‘I’m Good (Blue)’ combines Bebe’s soulful vocals with euphoric piano chords and infectious dancefloor energy. Already a TikTok smash, the sound has amassed 130,000 total creations and over 500 million views, as well as being a hit with YouTube recreations. Rexha and Guetta first began working on this song five years ago, and after generating this serious online buzz it is finally now ready for an official release.

It follows a typically prolific run of singles from Guetta, including a monstrous modern rework of ‘Satisfaction’ with Benny Benassi and dancefloor heater ‘Family Affair (Dance For Me)’, which has achieved over 10 million streams since its release. Guetta also continues to dominate the pop world, with recent hits ‘Don’t You Worry’ with Black Eyed Peas and Shakira and the world-conquering ‘Crazy What Love Can Do’, a certified smash that has already surpassed 150 million global streams, has been certified gold and is currently sitting at No. 5 in the UK Singles chart.

The only DJ to have two residencies in Ibiza this season, the legendary ‘F*** Me I’m Famous’ party is underway on Mondays at Ushuaïa, where last month Armin Van Buuren joined Guetta onstage for a showstopping B2B set. His Future Rave residency with MORTEN is also taking place on Fridays at Hï, fresh off the back of a sold out US tour.

Diamond-certified and Grammy-nominated pop superstar Bebe Rexha propelled herself into the spotlight with her platinum-certified debut album Expectations in 2018, which featured smash hit ‘I’m a Mess’ and the diamond-certified single ‘Meant to Be’ featuring Florida Georgia Line, which remained on top of the Billboard Hot Country Songs for a record-setting 50 consecutive weeks, making it the longest reign ever by a female lead artist.

Not stopping there, Bebe has received two Grammy nominations (“Best Country Duo/Group Performance” and “Best New Artist”) to date, has surpassed 4 billion YouTube views and more than 12 billion total global streams and counting. Her sophomore album Better Mistakes, released last May, includes the continuously rising dance anthem ‘Sacrifice’.

Releasing cutting-edge track after cutting-edge track, there is a reason why David Guetta is widely considered to be the most complete artist in dance music today.

Listen to the track below!

subduxtion releases brand new powerful EP ‘Rezone’

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Metodi Gogovski
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subduxtion is here with another powerful production. This time, the groundbreaking artist introduces a two-track release via Internet & Weed Music. This is not the first time the talented DJ and music producer collaborates with this influential label, having released a 2-track EP titled ‘Desire’ in the past.

With each release, subduxtion seeks to instill his signature sound and style in the Electronic music world, as well as display his skills, experience and vision, as he continues to push boundaries within his music scene.

And while he has kept busy in the studio lately, not only preparing new hard-hitting tracks to be released in the coming months, but also curating striking mixes for his weekly radio show ‘Dark Signals’, where he showcases the best new music from artists all over the world; now, he’s ready to show the world, once more, what he has in store.

The title track features a powerful kick drum that defines and marks the pace of the song; filtered synth melody lines play around the soundscape painting a mysterious but energetic vibe. The track seems to explode and release itself euphorically time and time again; only to return to the dark yet energetic sound and vibe that identifies it. ‘Rezone’ is a perfect single for Melodic Techno lovers ready for an electrifying and impressive listening experience.

The second track, ‘Sand and Sky’, starts with a dynamic beat and groovy basslines that reverberate in the background. This song displays subduxtion’s signature sound; atmospheric pads build the perfect foundation where darker sonic elements, some strokes of shinier sounds, processed synth layers and the energizing beat rest to create a stellar Dark-Minimal track.

subduxtion keeps proving time and time again that his sound and style is unparalleled, while keeping his drive and focus into creating hard-hitting tracks that make a splash around the world.

Listen to the tracks below!

Bubba Brothers are back with new impressive release, a 2-track remarkable EP ‘Basstribe’

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Andry Bosk
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Fantastic DJ and music production duo Bubba Brothers are back with a new impressive release, a 2-track remarkable EP ‘Basstribe’ comes out via the duo’s own label Mossdeb Sounds.

The duo consisting of Eliseu Correia and Justino Santos, have more than 5 years of experience behind the mixing decks; during this time, their project has taken them far, performing at the most iconic venues and festivals around the world, like Dancefloor Leiria in Portugal, Ministry of Sound in London, and recently Es Paradis in Ibiza. Bubba Brothers have certainly become one of the most popular and sought-after acts in the Dance music world, with their releases being proof of this, their tracks have been featured on influential charts like the Beatport Top 100. The duo is here with a new production that will surely surpass their previous success.

The opening track ‘Bass’ starts the party with a pounding beat with playful small percussive elements that get the listener into the overall magnetic vibe. A bouncy and well-rounded mighty bass and panned sounds keep the track dynamic and energetic. Talking voice samples take space in the middle of the mix. This track surely brings a powerful vibe to the dance floors everywhere. Synth stabs appear in the middle of the track and make this song reach a new level.

Next up is ‘Tribe’ with conga lively percussive beat, powerful basslines, and playful vocal chops; smaller sonic elements play around in the mix, as the track makes its way to constant drops that add a new layer of sound every time. The powerful lower-end maintains the party going and towards the end of the track, a layer of pads and synths take the spotlight, adding a new melody to which the beat can wrap around to take the party feel to new heights.

Lovers of House music and a great listening and dancing journey, will find this EP a new instant favorite as the tracks evolve and transform themselves to powerful and energizing experiences for everybody who’d listen.

Bubba Brothers are surely on a mission to conquer the Dance music world, one release at a time. Make sure to follow them as they continue to put out impressive productions.

Listen to the tracks here.

Imanbek & DVBBS join forces on new track ‘Ocean Of Tears’

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Alex Gelevski
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Grammy-winning production talent Imanbek has linked up with Canadian duo DVBBS on new single ‘Ocean Of Tears’, out on Effective Records.

Combining infectious vocals with a chunky slap house bassline and euphoric breakdowns, ‘Ocean Of Tears’ is an electronic track that resonates beyond the dancefloor. It follows Imanbek’s recent single ‘Loca’.

One of the most in-demand producers on the planet, Imanbek burst onto the scene in 2020 with his chart-topping, Grammy-winning remix of ‘Roses’ by Saint Jhn. Garnering billions of streams across his back-catalogue, the Kazakhstani artist is the 84th highest streaming Spotify artist of all time, and has since collaborated with the likes of Marshmello, Usher, Tory Lanez, Sean Paul, Rita Ora, Fetty Wap and many more.

Formed in 2012 in Toronto, DJ-production duo DVBBS is composed of brothers Christopher and Alexandre van den Hoef. Garnering platinum certifications and billions of plays, they have collaborated with artists such as Blackbear, Wiz Khalifa, 24kGoldn, Galantis and many, many more.

Crafted with summer in mind, ‘Ocean Of Tears’ is a stunning track that leaves a lasting impression.

Listen to the track below.

Armin van Buuren releases eighth ibiza-themed asot mix album: ‘A State of Trance, Ibiza 2022’

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Marco Di
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Armin van Buuren

The festival season is in full swing, people can finally connect on dance floors again and Armin van Buuren himself is soon to perform at the White Isle’s most prestigious venues.

Dance music’s forecast is looking rather sunny, and that calls for a proper summer-tailored celebration in the form of the eighth Ibiza-themed installment of Armin van Buuren‘s globally renowned mix album series: ‘A State Of Trance, Ibiza 2022‘.

A seamlessly mixed collection of forty-one records that take listeners from the beach to the club, ‘A State Of Trance, Ibiza 2022‘ delivers instant euphoria.

Featuring Armin van Buuren‘s festival-banging ‘Clap‘, Vintage Culture and Three Drives‘ magnificent rework of Ibiza classic ‘Greece 2000‘ and dozens of other mind-blowing creations from respected artists such as Giorgia Angiuli, Ahmed Helmy, Allen Watts, ReOrder, Rub!k and more, the two-part album is replete with tantalizing harmonies and melodies, powerful drops and all of the hands-in-the-air action fans could possibly want.

Listen to the tracks below.

Felix Jaehn lands on Tomorrowland Music with festival favorite track “Winds May Change”

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Alex Gelevski
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Global dance music megastar Felix Jaehn is on a hot streak this year, having continuously pumped out sizzling singles to get people moving. On the heels of his recent collaboration with pop singer & songwriter Zoe Wees, “Do It Better,” Jaehn elevates his musical style once again with his latest creation, “Winds May Change.” Stripping back to simple, club-primed production, the new single presents an infectious slice of dancefloor heaven. The catchy electronic angle is available to stream now across all platforms via Universal Music/Tomorrowland Music.

The beginning includes minimal instruments and sets the song up in a minor key, highlighting the mysterious echo of Josh Record‘s voice. As the song progresses, more voices get added to the mix, further highlighting the importance of vocals on this track. The delay of the vocals further encapsulates the listener in a whirlwind of words.

The chords of the song do not line up with the melody, but somehow all components of the song work together and do not clash. The sound is anything but predictable. It is addicting. It is distinctive. It heightens electronic music as a genre.

“I’m super hyped to partner up with Tomorrowland for the release of my festival track of the summer ‘Winds May Change’. Let’s go!” – Felix Jaehn

“Winds May Change” is an ode to Felix‘s clubby roots and a treat for everyone whose sole goal is to dance. ‘Winds May Change’ is part of a collection of exclusive festival releases by Tomorrowland Music under this year’s festival theme ‘The Reflection of Love‘, celebrating the return of Tomorrowland after three years by gathering some of the biggest artists in electronic music on Tomorrowland’s record imprint. The German superstar performed at Tomorrowland‘s iconic Mainstage during the third festival weekend on Friday, July 29.

Later this summer, the ever-evolving German producer plans to unleash a string of new singles and collaborations, ranging from pop to dance and everything in between.

Listen to the track below.

Sam Feldt and David Solomon team up on “Future In Your Hands” feat. Aloe Blacc

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Metodi Gogovski
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DJ/Producers Sam Feldt and David Solomon team up for an uplifting, end-of-summer single, “Future In Your Hands” feat. Aloe Blacc.

The track features a stunning vocal performance by Grammy-nominated singer Aloe Blacc, well known for his globally charting singles “Wake Me Up” and “The Man.” Solomon has rapidly built a reputation for delivering quality dance music, and this collaboration between him and the multi-platinum Feldt is the perfect way to cap off a celebration-filled summer.

The organic instrumentation highlights Aloe‘s instantly recognizable vocal, as he delivers the emotional message of timeless love, “Don’t let go of me … cause you might have the future in your hands.” His signature delivery culminates in an ear-catching, head-swaying drop, punctuated by a real horn section. The melodic hook delivers an emotional and unforgettable anthem that will stand the test of time.

“Future In Your Hands” marks the first release from the upcoming Payback Records Positively Mental compilation, a collection of original singles from global dance artists, which will support charities at the forefront of mental health support and advocacy.

“Future In Your Hands is a quintessential Sam Feldt song: uplifting, positive, and with the collaboration with Payback Records also impact-making. When David Solomon approached me with the idea to do this song, I immediately loved it.

Through my Heartfeldt Foundation, I’ve been leaving my mark on the world for many years now, and this track for charity is a great extension of that. Aloe featuring on the song is a dream come true for me since he has such an iconic and uplifting voice that fits the vibe, the lyrics, and the whole track perfectly!” Feldt says.

Solomon adds, “I struck up a friendship with Aloe several years ago, and when we played an early version of the song for Sam, he loved its message and mission. He reworked it and brought his signature sound, and now the instrumentation perfectly highlights Aloe’s emotional vocal, alongside a unique horn drop – it’s a great song for late summer.”

“When I met Sam Feldt a while back, we both knew that a collaboration was definitely in order. Making this dream a reality along with David Solomon and Payback Records is an awesome opportunity to do something good for humanity beyond offering a new song to dance to. I love this song and I know it is for everyone, especially those who are looking for a good partner in life. The message is that we should all take a chance on love because it might lead to an amazing future of companionship,” Blacc comments.

“Future In Your Hands” feat. Aloe Blacc is out now on Payback Records/Big Beat/Atlantic Records.

Listen to the track below.

Deniz Koyu is revealing his brand-new dance weapon ‘Clicks’ on Tomorrowland Music

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Marco Di
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Turkish-German DJ & producer Deniz Koyu is revealing his brand-new dance weapon ‘Clicks’, released through Tomorrowland Music!

‘Clicks‘ kicks off with luscious vocals and comes in the shape of a groovy record with tension rising throughout the entire tune, while the drop features an eye-opening synth that tingles the brain just right… Dance music veteran Deniz Koyu is joining forces with Swedish singer Elliphant, showcasing a beautiful diversity of compelling sounds.

‘Clicks‘ is part of a collection of festival releases by Tomorrowland Music under this year’s festival theme ‘The Reflection of Love‘, celebrating the return of Tomorrowland after three years by gathering some of the biggest artists in electronic music on Tomorrowland‘s record imprint.

Here’s what Deniz Koyu had to say about the track:

“I’ve been a fan of Elliphant for a long time, so I got really excited when she sent me this vocal hook idea. Since the theme is about creating clicks, I wanted the song to be a percussive club banger with a lot of groove and a beat that feels precisely put together, kind of like clockwork.”

Deniz Koyu performed at the Rose Garden at Tomorrowland during the third festival weekend on Sunday July 31, while Swedish superstar Alesso played ‘Clicks‘ as his intro in his special ‘Alesso presents Eclipse’ show at the Freedom stage during the second weekend of Tomorrowland.

‘Clicks’ is out now via all platforms.

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