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Fedde Le Grand releases his final track of 2022, “Let The Groove Be”

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Metodi Gogovski
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Electronic dance music maven Fedde Le Grand makes his glorious return to the release radar with his new sonic masterpiece, ‘Let The Groove Be’.

The latest from the world-renowned DJ and producer comes off the tail end of a year jam packed with endlessly playable electro-charged hit singles, including his March-released collaborative club mix ‘Heaven’ with Robert Falcon and Sofia Quinn, which has garnered over 13 million streams on Spotify to date.

Serving as another stellar addition to his prolific imprint, ‘Let The Groove Be’ is out now across all streaming platforms via Darklight Recordings.

Kicking off with raw percussive components paired alongside a driving bassline and intoxicating synth-work, ‘Let The Groove Be’ features a blend of Fedde Le Grand’s beloved and iconic signature production elements. An alluring vocal cut takes charge as upbeat synths build with intensity; unleashing an infectious beat drop replete with four-on-the-floor beats and an unquenchable groove.

With high octane sensibilities, the track boasts jaunty yet harmonious melodies, transporting listeners to an atmospheric soundscape. A surefire hit, the latest and final offering of 2022 from Le Grand will keep listeners moving and dancefloors ablaze during club season.

Continuing to push the envelope with his genre blending production style, ‘Let The Groove Be’ serves as another supreme inclusion to Le Grand’s thriving discography, further exemplifying the inimitable DJ and producer’s position as a dominant force within the dance music space. As the year comes to an end, fans are left eagerly waiting for more sonic magic from the electronic music maestro in 2023 and beyond.

Listen to the track below.

Armin van Buuren unveils the 19th edition of A State of Trance Year Mix

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Marco Di
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Life. It’s a gift the universe bestowed upon us, a chance to make a difference for the world to come. The road to get there may be long and wistful and paved with tears, but each passing day or breath we take is a reason to celebrate this gift and pay the kindness forward, to accept our differences and let them unite rather than divide.

A State of Trance firmly believes in loving, dancing and living together under a new sun, and the nineteenth installment of Armin van Buuren’s annual year mix series puts that hope for a better future into sound: ‘A State of Trance Year Mix 2022’.

Just like the amassed crowd at the globally renowned A State of Trance events, the music featured in this brand-new year mix turns diversity into unity.

Including a cross-genre selection of 109 tracks from staple acts such as Above & Beyond, Ahmed Helmy, Ben Hemsley, Bryan Kearney, Chicane, Ferry Corsten, Gareth Emery, Giuseppe Ottaviani, Hardwell, Kryder, Reinier Zonneveld, Richard Durand and Sneijder, the two-hour mix radiates harmony and acceptance, and extends a hand to anyone who has yet remained unseen, unheard or unloved.

Let us rejoice in each other. In the music. Under the stars. In A State of Trance.

Listen to the mix here.

ULTRA Beach Costa Del Sol announces its 2023 edition

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Marco Di
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After its successful debut edition last summer, ULTRA Beach Costa Del Sol has announced its sophomore installation to take place on Saturday June 24, 2023.

ULTRA Beach is a boutique waterfront event concept that has welcomed tens of thousands of fans to events in exotic coastal locations around the world, from Croatia to Bali. The event is now returning to the idyllic Marenostrum venue in Fuengirola for ULTRA Beach Costa Del Sol 2023, once again welcoming dance music fans to revel in the area’s gorgeous scenery and enjoy music from the world’s most sought-after electronic music acts.

Last year’s inaugural edition hosted two stages with high-octane sounds overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, a showcase of mesmerizing stage designs constructed with cutting-edge technology.

The ULTRA Beach Stage, located on the scenic shores of Costa Del Sol‘s beachfront, featured performances from multi-platinum record selling Dutch legend Afrojack, Dharma Worldwide boss and KSHMR, Dutch future house vanguard Oliver Heldens, high-octane party-starter ACRAZE, Ultra veteran MYKRIS, Spanish DJ Alex Now, and Ibiza DJ/producer Manu Gonzalez.

ULTRA Beach Costa Del Sol 2023

Over at the stunning 1000+ year old Sohail castle was ULTRA‘s award-winning, underground techno and house music concept RESISTANCE, which presented an impressive selection of underground artists, such as techno icon Joseph Capriati, Drumcode founder Adam Beyer, hotly-tipped UK-based artist Ben Sterling, Italian tech-house ambassador Blackchild, and dynamic Spanish DJ Sandro Bianchi.

Bringing internationally celebrated electronic acts to the picturesque oasis of Malaga, ULTRA Beach Costa Del Sol has solidified itself as one of the the premier dance music events within the southern Spanish region.

Tickets for ULTRA Beach Costa Del Sol 2023 will go on sale on Sunday, December 18. Registration for Early Bird tickets is now open on the Ultra Beach Costa del Sol website.

Cedric Gervais & Joel Corry unite for fresh dose of feel good hit, ‘Molly’

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Andry Bosk
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Certified tastemakers Cedric Gervais and Joel Corry join forces to reignite a modern classic, breathing new life into the revered dancefloor weapon, “MOLLY.”

The new release highlights the timelessness of a true hit, as Cedric Gervais and Joel Corry capture the feelgood bliss of the original “MOLLY” while upping the ante with a groove-inducing house beat and completely revamped production.

Let the chills run down your spine on December 9, when Cedric Gervais & Joel Corry‘s new single drops via Musical Freedom.

Simply put, the new release from Cedric Gervais and Joel Corry delivers on all fronts– from the swooping basslines and candycoated melodies, to the pulsating rhythms and energizing, acid-infused synthwork. The upcoming single is set to follow in the footsteps of Cedric Gervais‘ trendsetting original 2012 release, which went on to grace charts in the US, UK, and Belgium.

Since then, the French producer has continued to add new layers of polish to his production game, finding his creative zone with a duo of remixes for David Guetta earlier this year, including the Grammy-nominated “I’m Good (Blue)” with Bebe Rexha and “Trampoline,” the joint venture with Afrojack, Missy Elliot, BIA, and Doechii.

UK superstar Joel Corry has been on a similar tear this year, climbing the British charts with his Becky Hill collab “History,” and more recently unleashing the invigorating anthem “Lionheart (Fearless)” with vocalist Tom Grennan.

“I was a big fan of Cedric Gervais’ ‘MOLLY’ which was released in 2012– I loved playing it in my DJ sets. The vocal was so cool and it had a banging drop! At the start of Summer 2022 I had the idea to rework the record and put a fresh spin on it.

I reached out to Cedric and asked his permission to produce a new version of Molly and he was happy to send me the stems. After working on the track and testing it all summer I am excited to collaborate with Cedric and release ‘MOLLY’ to the world!” says Joel.

The hunt is on, as Cedric Gervais & Joel Corry set out to find “MOLLY” via Musical Freedom on December 9

Listen to the track below!

Tomorrowland Winter releases the full line-up and complete timetable for the 3rd edition

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Marco Di
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Only three and a half months to go before our favorite winter festival, Tomorrowland Winter is finally back! Set to welcome more than 150 of the world’s best electronic artists in the ski resort of Alpe d’Huez in France, Tomorrowland Winter now releases the full line-up and complete timetable for the 3rd edition of the iconic winter festival from March 18-25, 2023.

An impressive list of world-class artists, including Anamē, B Jones, Henri PFR, James Hype, John Newman, Kevin de Vries, Laidback Luke, Meduza, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, R3HAB, Vintage Culture and W&W, are now joining the line-up with other acts like Afrojack, Amelie Lens, Axwell, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Martin Garrix, Ofenbach, Steve Angello and Steve Aoki.

Catering to fans of all genres and sounds in electronic dance music, Tomorrowland Winter 2023 will welcome 22.000 festival-goers from around the world for a week-long magical winter holiday & festival adventure filled with snow, skiing, snowboarding, the best electronic music, amazing outdoor activities, delicious mountain food and spectacular views of the French Alps of Alpe d’Huez.

Other artists who were previously announced to play in March include Afrojack, Amber Broos, Amelie Lens, ANNA, Axwell, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Joris Voorn, Kölsch, Lost Frequencies, Mandy, Martin Garrix, Netsky, Ofenbach, Steve Angello, Steve Aoki and Tony Romera.

All Tomorrowland Winter Packages with lodging, as well as regular festival passes without lodging are already sold out, but people are still able to experience the magic of Tomorrowland Winter during 1 festival day or at The Gathering (the festival’s official opening party) thanks to the 1-Day Festival Passes, which include a regular festival ticket, as well as a lift & ski pass.

Two brand-new stages

​At an altitude ranging from 2.000m all the way up to 3.330m, festival visitors will be treated to unforgettable performances throughout day and night. There will be 8 magnificent indoor and outdoor stages on the mountains and across the ski resort (also accessible for non-skiers and pedestrians), including the covered and heated Mainstage, Cage, Crystal Garden and CORE, as well as two brand-new stages: Youphoria in the heart of the ski resort of Alpe d’Huez and Frozen Lotus in the mountains.

Top Of The Mountain is the highest stage, located on Le Pic Blanc, the highest point of the Alpe d’Huez Grand Domaine Ski at a breathtaking 3.330m above sea level, overlooking the entire resort as the roof of the Alps.

France’s finest DJs and producers

​Tomorrowland Winter 2023 will feature some of the best French artists in the world: dynamic DJ duo Ofenbach and bass house pioneer Tony Romera will both deliver an exclusive performance.

Besides the established names, the festival will also give the opportunity to a bunch of young French stars like the Parisian prodigy Mooglie, the electrician-turned-techno DJ Kozlov and Lyon-based techno producer Basswell to make a name for themselves in front of music fans from all corners of the world. Galluxy, a farmer from the Savoie area in the French Alps and an electronic music lover for over 10 years, will be returning to the stage for his third performance at the winter festival!

Renowned British singer John Newman is jumping behind the decks

​British singer, songwriter & producer John Newman – who has collaborated with the likes of David Guetta, Calvin Harris and Rudimental – is going back to his dance roots at Tomorrowland Winter in 2023. Having re-opened the stems of his early hits and remixed them into festival-sized anthems, John Newman will be jumping behind the decks for a unique DJ/live hybrid performance with a mix of live vocals, live mixing and beat triggering – really giving the energy and making it a proper party!

Student by day, DJ by night

​Another special artist making her Tomorrowland Winter debut is the 20-year-old Belgian female student by day and DJ by night Amber Broos! She started playing records at the age of 12 and has years of experience, despite her young age. As one of the rising talents on the electronic music scene, Amber has a unique style between techno, house and Belgian retro influenced music.

A classically trained DJ & producer

​Two more rising talents to look forward to at the winter festival next year: Mandy, a 25-year-old female hardstyle powerhouse from Belgium and the Brussels-based and classically trained DJ & producer Henri PFR, one of the hottest sensations of the electro scene who started studying music theory from the age of 6 and took classical piano lessons for the next nine years.

Two more artists to keep an eye on: Amémé, the West Africa-born face of afro house, and B Jones, fast-rising female DJ who made history last summer as the first Spanish artist in history to perform on the Tomorrowland Mainstage.

The mythical slopes of the French Alps

​Located in the heart of the French Alps, Alpe d’Huez Grand Domaine Ski is the gateway to an outstanding skiing area, boasting 250 kilometers of slopes and 300 days of sunshine a year – ranked among the top-rated ski resorts in the world.

The ski area offers fun for every level of skiers and snowboarders: from beginner areas to legendary ski slopes like Sarenne with a length of 16 kilometers. Non-skiers will also enjoy the festival with a variety of winter snow activities that don’t involve skiing or snowboarding, including dog sledding, paragliding, snowmobile rides and much more.

A limited amount of 1-Day Festival Passes is still available on Tomorrowland’s official website.

Printworks announce official dates for final season with 40+ events

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Alex Gelevski
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Since opening its doors in 2017, Printworks London has grown to become an iconic space for club culture in London, with countless labels, crews, collectives, DJs, live acts, visual artists and creators finding a home in the impressive industrial ex-factory that became Printworks.

As Printworks announce their final season for the foreseeable future, the team reveal their strongest season to date running across Spring / Summer 2023. Delivering a mix of legendary parties like Hospitality, Defected, and DnB Allstars to new Printworks additions and breakout brands such as queer celebration Body Movements, Piano People, and much more – this final season unites sounds from all corners to represent the journey that Printworks has been on in the past six years, and all who have been involved along the way.

Since opening its doors, Printworks has provided a home to some of the most prestigious club brands in the world – and this finalé season welcomes back a solid selection of those including the always fabulous La Discothéque, featuring Derrick Carter, Jayda G, Erol Alkan, Mix-Stress, and of course – plenty of glitter and glam for the final session at Printworks.

Belfast born AVA Festival will once again take over the impressive space with a weighty line-up boasting Max Cooper, Mall Grab, Courtesy, and more – plus homegrown Irish talent and an industry conference (details TBA.) Enzo Siragusa’s long-standing FUSE brand returns, plus globally revered crews including classic house label Defected, Glitterbox, ANTS, Sulta Selects and more.

On top of long-established names, Printworks’ final run also includes rising groups making bold moves. For the final season, they invite UK’s pioneering queer festival Body Movements to host their first Winter edition, with a selection of 14 crews holding it repping some of the finest sounds from the queer club movement. The rapidly growing Amapiano movement will be represented by Piano People, who invite Uncle Waffles to headline with heavy hitters of all female talent to mark International Women’s Day.

Featuring heavily on the final season’s roster is a mix of solid-gold DnB and bass-heavy shows exploring the full spectrum of the genre, including the legendary DnB Allstars who bring a hefty bill featuring 4k, Mollie Collins, Sub Zero and more. Hospitality brings the largest line up of the season with over 20+ label friends and fam TBA, then Let It Roll’s event features Camo & Krooked, Critical Soundsystem and guests. From jump-up to liquid, there’s a mix of everything for any DnB die-hards. On a bass music tip, Worried about Henry returns with a banger featuring Hybrid Minds, Kanine, Friction, Skepsis (DnB set) and more.

On top of all this, there’ll be experimental live / classical shows from Aurora Orchestra and Southbank Centre, and the London Symphony Orchestra, working with artist Soweto Kinch to present White Juju – a show inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement exploring themes of politics and racial discrimination. These unique shows will use the vast industrial space to explore soundscapes, and exploded orchestras. A few special live shows to be announced, keep your eyes on Printworks’ social pages for more information.

For those with tastes leaning more to the left, Printworks’ final season includes a weighty Easter takeover from The Hydra. For their venue swansong, they have invited five iconic institutions who have shaped different underground movements, playing a pivotal role in club culture history. These include fabric, FWD>>, Plastic People, Tresor and That’s How It Is! Representing what each institution stands for, the line ups will feature talent old and new to recreate their ethos.

Plans for the closing weekend of the venue’s lifespan will take place across Friday 28th – Monday 1st May 2023. Line ups will be announced at a later date.

It marks the culmination of an incredible six years since Broadwick Live first opened Printworks London in February 2017. Once home to the largest printing factory in Western Europe, the original aesthetics, giant machines and printing presses were preserved to create a stunning, industrial environment in which to present its award-winning music programme and set piece events. Regularly voted one of the best venues in the world, the iconic press halls have welcomed over 3,000 artists across around 300 internationally-acclaimed shows in the world in recent years.

“We’re excited to bring you the final season at Printworks. Over the past six years we’ve welcomed millions of guests along with some incredible artists, partners, labels and collectives through our doors. For the final season, we’re looking forward to welcome back guests and partners who have been with us throughout Printworks’ journey, along with some new parties and breakout brands.

The team have gone above and beyond in terms of programming, production and creativity for the final season to celebrate the history of Printworks for the last time in its current guise.” – Matthew Johnson, Director of Entertainment.

‘Tomorrowland presents CORE Tulum’ unveils new names for its debut edition in Mexico

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Marco Di
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Just about a month to go before Tomorrowland is landing in Tulum, Mexico, presenting the mythical CORE stage at the closing of Zamna Festival on January 14, 2023. Channel Tres (DJ set), Brina Knauss, Mind Against and Massano, among others, have been added to the stellar line-up across 3 stunning stages in the Tulum jungle, joining previously announced names including Vintage Culture, Maceo Plex, Nina Kraviz and Cellini.

The beautifully crafted CORE stage, one of Tomorrowland‘s most unique stages, will debut in the heart of Tulum’s jungle, where music and nature come together.

Centered around a figure with a serene, upward gaze, the stage is a real artistic masterpiece and a temple of human expression. The iconic music festival will be curating a one-of-a-kind experience nestled amongst a lush natural scenery, immersing people in the jungle rhythms of Tulum, surrounded by the magical Zamna cenote and the raw beauty of nature’s surroundings.

Tomorrowland presents CORE Tulum lineup

The Jungle stage features an opening set from Italo-Belgian talent Cellini, followed by Vintage Culture, Nina Kraviz and Maceo Plex, with the grand finale by Slovenian selector Brina Knauss. The Isla stage will treat fans to the finest sounds curated by Mind Against, Channel Tres (DJ set), CiCi, Dino Lenny and Hangar Soundsystem, while Massano, Capoon, Kitty Amor and Beckmann will perform at the Pool stage.

The magnificent CORE stage found its home tucked away in the enchanting forests of Tomorrowland in 2017 – surrounded by nature and the deeper sounds – and has quickly turned into a true crowd favorite and Tomorrowland classic with performances from the scene’s leading acts in house & techno.

With its mesmerizing jungle ambiance, Zamna Festival is quickly solidifying itself as one of the most exciting electronic dance music experiences in the world. Since 2017, Zamna‘s yearly takeover of Tulum has emerged as a must-attend event for music fans who gather to celebrate some of dance music’s very best in the natural paradise of Mexico’s Quintana Roo jungle.

Final tickets are available here.

Ophelia unveils her brand new track ‘Tracen’

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Metodi Gogovski
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Ophelia is an outstanding fresh talent that’s ready to take the Electronic dance music scene by a storm with her new release ’Tracen’.

Her background as a classically trained jazz pianist at Berklee College of Music blends perfectly with her experienced music production skills, and signature style that mixes her deep interest in mathematics, artificial intelligence, and a dark aesthetic that she brings to the mixing decks with every powerful and striking live performance, her aim and talent is boundless.

Her out-of-the box thinking, avant-garde vision and impressive genre bending experimentation makes her a truly remarkable talent, with quite some tricks up her sleeve as she pushes boundaries with exceptional and high-quality music productions, that have taken her far, performing at top-tier venues across the U.S.

This time, she introduces her latest hit track ‘Tracen’ that features a pounding energetic beat that brings a hypnotic groove to the dancefloor, alongside a pulsing bass line and drilling sonic elements that build the urgent and brooding dark vibe of the impressive soundscape. This track is one for Techno lovers looking for a new banger to add to their favorites as Ophelia, majestically takes the listener on a trance-like journey filled with power and energy.

This release not only proves Ophelia’s tried and true talents and skills as a performer and producer, but also promises to hit new milestones for her, as it surely confirms this is only the beginning of her bright and successful career.

Don’t forget to follow Ophelia as she continues to drop hard-hitting releases in a constant basis, proving her name to be one to follow as she continues to put her music at the vanguard of the Electonic music world around the globe.

Listen to the track below.

Balaton Sound announces first wave of acts for its 2023 edition

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Marco Di
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Balaton Sound – Beach, Sun, Sets. One of the most renowned and vibrant open-air electronic beach festivals in Europe is back with a bang in 2023, presenting the greatest artists and DJs currently on the electronic scene. From 28th June – 1st July, huge headliners including Armin Van Buuren, Don Diablo, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike and more, will bring their biggest hits to light up the blissful shore of Lake Balaton.

Set on the idyllic Lake Balaton in Hungary, Balaton Sound is returning in 2023 offering an unrivalled luxury VIP experience spotlighting some of the biggest global electronic music names. The festival will host dance floor connoisseurs such as Armin Van Buuren and Don Diablo, as well as the hard-hitting Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike and returning to Balaton Sound once again, Hardwell. What’s more, one of the UK’s most unique artists Dimension, fresh from selling out the iconic Printworks, will be performing alongside the likes of crowd favourites KSHMR, Kungs, Ofenbach, Joel Corry and many more artists still to be announced.

With unique VIP experiences set along the shimmering lake, this year’s festival will boast fresh lakeside activities. Adding daytime Beach Clubs to this years site, festival-goers will experience enchanting walkabout performances from various street theatres, alongside extravagant fashion shows featuring international designers and a series of well-being activities including the likes of yoga and much more.

Balaton Sound 2023

Balaton Sound will also offer more accommodation options at this years festival; featuring traditional camping and glamping options. An exclusive VIP holiday package will also be available to purchase at the 5* hotel BalaLand, which is walking distance to the festival with lake view apartments.

For food and wine lovers, Balaton Sound is surrounded by Hungary’s prime vineyards and continues to source nothing but quality products from around the region. VIP sections of the festival boast a host of activities – from a make-up lounge to fresh drinks on arrival, as well as exclusive parties and surprise shows that aren’t to be missed. Guests will have the choice to party on land, but also on the beautiful Lake Balaton for a few hours of unforgettable fun, surrounded by friends, festival-goers, and some of the world’s best artists.

Anna Filutas (BS Festival Manager) said: “In this very first announcement, we can see that we already have performers from the very top of the DJ Mag’s ‘Top 100 DJ list’, such as Armin Van Buuren, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Don Diablo, KSHMR or Vini Vici’. Balaton Sound is an unmissable place for evening parties with an unforgettable Balaton beach’s sunrise, but it is also a great destination to recharge during the day. Adding to this we try to satisfy all the festival-goers needs from adventurous campers to visitors looking for comfort and 5-star services”.

Tickets available HERE!

Torres teams up with Ivan Rico to present ‘I Can Feel It’

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Andry Bosk
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Torres teams up with Ivan Rico to present ‘I Can Feel It’ via Future Rave Music. The Chinese DJ and music producer, Torres, collaborates once more with the label, having released the tracks ’The Feeling’ with Arain, ’Try Together’ alongside BruceLee and ’Stay’ with LIN and BruceLee, in the past, showcasing his undoubted talent and style that features significant elements from the Future Rave genre while adding his personal touch and fresh input.

This is the first time, DJ and music producer Ivan Rico collaborates both with Torres and the label Future Rave Music, but his characteristic style and sound he’s developed is ready to be shared with the world, and with all Future Rave lovers eager to find fresh releases from gifted up-and-coming music producers like him.

Coming from previous releases by the label that showcase impressive productions that put the Future Rave genre at the forefront, Torres and Ivan Rico are ready to display their skills and sound with ‘I Can Feel It’.

The track features a hard-hitting beat, powerful bassline, and staggering synths that build this song to be a Future Rave instant banger. Revved up synths and beat lead up to a mighty drop. The main robotic vocals guide the music journey of this energetic and heavy-hitting track. Gritty and acid pads and sonic elements add the extra, intense vibe to this remarkable production.

These artists surely prove once more, their talent and style are worthy of attention and praise, as this production merges the best of what both artists can offer, making of ‘I Can Feel It’ an unmissable listening experience.

Don’t forget to follow Future Rave Music as they continue to showcase first-class talent and productions from artists from different parts of the world, eager to display their unique sounds and styles that make for the best Future Rave singles.

Listen to the tracks below.

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