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Zamna Festival lands for the very first time in Argentina

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Alex Gelevski
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Zamna Festival lands for the very first time in Argentina, specifically on the coast of Mar del Plata, in 2023. The event will take place on the beachfront in a stunning venue yet to be discovered.

After their stellar appearance in Barcelona, Israel or Miami, Zamna arrives in Argentina with a 15-day program from January 15 to 29, 2023.

Zamna Festival is the annual event that brings together the most important musicians and lovers of electronic music in Latin America, in the paradisiacal Tulum of the incredible Mexican Caribbean, where nature, the spirit of freedom and the best production technology coexist, generating important links between clubbers from all over the world and positioning, in just 5 years of history, the Magical Town of Tulum as one of the essential ‘hot spots’ for dance music every January Season.

An incredible line-up is expected with some of the most relevant and innovative artists Worldwide. Zamna Mar del Plata is a reality, stay tuned.

Watch the official trailer below.

ION Festival returns to the shores of Albania after a successful 2022 launch

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Alex Gelevski
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ION Festival will return to Dhërmi for its 7 day festival beside the Ionian Sea from the 6th – 23rd September 2023. First acts to be announced include Chaos In The CBD, Daniel Avery, Dixon, DJ Seinfeld, DJ Stingray, Francesco Del Garda, Gene On Earth, HAAi, Helena Hauff, Laurine, Nicolas Lutz, Otik, Sam Bangura, Sonja Moonear, Storm Mollison & many more.

These artists will be playing multiple sets across the week, relieving them of the time constraints of a traditional festival. The performers will be allowed to experiment and exercise their freedom to push the limits of their craft. The result? A boundless electronic soundtrack to your adventure as you embark on new terrain, dancing through a realm few have even had the opportunity to walk.

The festival will take place by the Ionian Sea, on the outskirts of Europe, with untouched sands complimenting the clear, pristine ocean waters. The deep greens of the Ceraunian mountains towering over the location act as a backdrop for the utopian beach settings, emphasizing the feel of the remote landscape.

The festival will include a restoration schedule running throughout the week. This includes yoga, breathwork and other activities. The opportunity to realign yourself will be available to book for anyone regardless of experience or background.

Tickets will be available from Thursday 8th December exclusively for 2022 bookers. Those who signed up via the ION website will have the opportunity to secure their space at ION Festival the following day (Friday 9th December). For anyone hoping to secure the most cost-effective packages and accommodation bookings nearest the beach and festival site, they would strongly advise making your booking as early as possible. Tickets will be sold with a £75 deposit.

To secure a ticket and keep up to date with the line-up check out the ION Festival website and follow them on Instagram.

Alison Wonderland launches FMU Records and taps Jon Casey & Dabow for first track, “I Surrender”

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Metodi Gogovski
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Electronic music maven Alexandra Sholler – best known as Alison Wonderland – has officially launched her new record label, FMU Records.

In tandem with the news, Wonderland is pleased to announce her forthcoming debut LP under Whyte Fang, her highly-lauded musical alias which made a subtle resurgence in 2021 following a 6-year period of dormancy.

Due for release on March 31, 2023, the LP will feature her recent singles, “Girl,” “333,” and “TIDES,” as well as a collection of fresh, new Whyte Fang music. To celebrate the launch, Sholler will be throwing the official FMU Records launch party in an undisclosed warehouse in New York City on March 10.

The all-night-long event will boast a lineup featuring an array of FMU Records-signed artists, along with a headlining Whyte Fang set that will include a special exclusive preview of her forthcoming LP.

FMU Records is hitting the ground running with its first offering, “I Surrender,” a single from the label’s first signees, the inimitable Jon Casey and Dabow. The track features a blend of each producer’s signature sonic elements, and arrives on the heels of their early November-released projects: Casey‘s collaborative single, “Harder,” with Erbes on Subsidia, and Dabow‘s hip-hop doused treat, “Dale Vuelta,” with jordnmoody and Episcool.

Casey and Dabow are no strangers to the bass scene, pushing the envelopes with their genre-blending sound design. Hailing from South Africa, Casey’s unique approach to bass music has garnered support from the likes of UZ, GTA, The Glitch Mob, and more and has seen his productions find a home on Slow Roast Records, Sable Valley, Quality Good Records, and more.

With a knack for combining simplicity with pristine percussive elements and floor-filling bass, Argentinian DJ and producer Dabow has received support from industry heavy-hitters including RL Grime, Zeds Dead, The Chainsmokers, and more. With releases on some of the industry’s most coveted labels including Mad Decent, Fool’s Gold, and Buygore, Dabow has been making waves in the bass scene. The pair serves as a prime example of what FMU Records plans to bring to the table: fresh, powerful beats from a diverse range of talented artists from around the world.

“Dabow showed me this idea in the studio together and I said I have to add my 2 cents on it ASAP. We listened to the song more than we worked on it at the time because we loved hearing it so much. The fact that it’s FMU’s first record is the biggest honour and I’m beyond hyped to get it out. Thank you Alison for believing in us the way you do. Hope y’all enjoy it.”– Jon Casey

” ‘I Surrender’ was meant to be a collab with Jon Casey from the minute it was started, feels special to be part of the first release on FMU Records. We worked on this collab in the weirdest music studio in Austin Texas, it was like a huge warehouse, with a lot of abandoned stuff, but in two rooms they had some nice studios. The whole mgmt team was there, vibing to the track. Jon was adding unlimited sauce to it. Till we were like: “Yo, this is it!” Then the next night we were listening to it in the car with a few other people, and I told Jon: “This track is gonna change our lives.” – Dabow

Kicking off with detailed-percussive elements and an alluring vocal cut, “‘I Surrender” is a captivating record that utilizes simplistic elements while simultaneously infusing each sound with atmospheric energy and a heady rhythm.

A deep bassline ensues, creating a push-and-pull effect, keeping listeners on the edge of their seats waiting for the next sound element to take charge. From start to finish, the energetic drum patterns, heavy bass, and intoxicating melody encapsulate the eardrums in a whirlwind of sound, leaving the listener in an entrancing daze. Emphasizing the melodic strengths of each artist perfectly, “I Surrender” doubles as a stellar debut offering from FMU Records.

The launch of the label marks a new chapter for Sholler, who has spent the last decade dominating dance charts, festivals, and the most coveted stages in the world with her infectious flavor of trap and bass as Alison Wonderland. With FMU, she plans to dive into her enigmatic alias Whyte Fang and finally deliver a full-length album that will put the inner workings of her dark electronica mind on full display.

2023 will be the year of Whyte Fang. Along with the LP release in March, she plans to take her immersive WF show concept to select locations across the country, beginning with an appearance at the FMU Records launch party taking place in an NYC warehouse on March 10, 2023.

Her live show will boast a cutting-edge and production-heavy experience that promises to transport showgoers to an alternate electronic universe. Fans can sign up to receive exclusive updates on the location and lineup of the FMU Records Warehouse Party starting next week here.

Listen to the track below.

Hangout Music Festival Announces 2023 Lineup

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Marco Di
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Hangout Music Festival has announced the soundtrack to your quintessential beach vacation on the majestic white sand beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama, May 19-21. Hangout is the ultimate kickoff to summer, a weekend defined by dancing in the sand with your best friends while listening to your favorite pop, dance, and rock artists at one of North America’s most beautiful beaches.

The legendary Red Hot Chili Peppers will set the tone for those looking to get after it on the beach. Pop-punk is alive and well at Hangout with Paramore leading the way supported by Mayday Parade and The Maine, and the various sub-genres of pop-rock, indie-rock and americana are well-represented with The Backseat Lovers, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Noah Kahan, COIN and Alabama’s own The Vegabonds.

The present and future of pop and singer-songwriting will be waiting for you too. Prepare to get lost in the hypnotic R&B of SZA who is about to drop her long-awaited new album SOS, dance your heart out at Calvin Harris and Lil Nas X, swoon over brotherly indie trio AJR and the iconic Tove Lo, and find out what all the hype is about at Ashe, Stephen Sanchez, Jessie Murph, and Sabrina Carpenter.

Hangout Fest 2023 lineup

Hip-hop comes proper to Hangout this year, with the festival rolling out the red carpet for A$AP Mob’s FERG, Australian rapper The Kid LAROI, the fiercely independent Russ, Baton Rouge’s Kevin Gates, and reigning queen of Memphis rap, GloRilla. Grammy-winning R&B bassist Thundercat rounds out the bill with his larger than life live spectacle.

Nothing tops a dance music throwdown with all of your best friends on the beach, and this year’s Hangout lineup is fully loaded. Leading the charge is Aussie export Flume and genre-bending producer Skrillex. Electronic anthems continue with larger than life dance icons REZZ and Alison Wonderland, while chiller strains can be found at Gryffin, Said The Sky, Big Wild and Two Feet. House heads can unite at John Summit, Dr. Fresch, Aluna and HoneyLuv.

With a nod to its southern roots, Hangout sprinkles in some country vibes too with Priscilla Block, MIKE., and Kidd G.

The Hangout experience has been carefully crafted over the past decade for you to hang loose. It’s the most anti-winter, adulting-be-damned, carefree getaway possible.

Those in the know will tell you that Hangout’s SUPER VIP offering is unlike any other festival. Exclusive offerings include stage side swimming pool, hot tubs, golf cart concierge between designated stages, gourmet meals prepared by award-winning chefs in an air-conditioned dining room and a premium open bar.

New for 2023, Hangout Beach Vacations make traveling to Alabama even easier with exclusive Beach Vacation Packages designed to make your festival experience as convenient as it is unforgettable. Grab your lodging and festival tickets together with the option to choose from a range of local hotels and condos, or build a custom experience with our travel team. You can even pick the Hangout House with the luxury of a condo with all the amenities of a hotel plus direct festival access, ocean views, self-service laundry and, of course, all the feels of watching a sunset performance from your balcony.

Hangout is more than just a festival, it’s the freedom of leaving it all behind you, kicking back with your best friends and listening to amazing music on the beach.

Armand Van Helden enlists Karen Harding for rework of ‘Wings (I Won’t Let You Down)’

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Andry Bosk
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Superstar DJ and producer, Armand Van Helden enlists chart-topping vocalist Karen Harding to breathe fresh life into the DJ’s 2016 anthem Wings re-released as Wings (I Won’t Let You Down) via Spinnin’ Records.

Since purchasing a drum machine as a teenager, Boston native and global dance music pioneer Armand Van Helden hasn’t looked back. Dropping consistent smash hit successes since the late 90s Armand Van Helden has earned legendary status with the likes of UK no.1 single You Don’t Know Me, which still lives in infamy at over 21M Spotify streams today, or notorious club banger with Dizzee Rascal Bonkers, which currently sits at over 139M Spotify streams and landed no.1 on the UK Dance Charts and no.2 on the Billboard Dance Chart.

Known as the remix king whose reworks often reach more people than the original for the likes of the Rolling Stones, Janet Jackson, Puffy Daddy, Sneaker Pimps, C.J. Bolland, Daft Punk, and more, the DJ and producer has built a reliable reputation for high-profile collaborations and original mixes.

Heavily inspired by smooth hip-hop flows, Armand Van Helden developed his early sound in Boston’s nightclubs while releasing on major labels such as Nervous Records and Strictly Rhythm and later evolving to release on FFRR and his own imprint Southern Fried Records. His equally as huge duo venture with Canadian tastemaker A-Trak, Duck Sauce, received a ‘Best Dance Recording’ nomination for their single Barba Streisand, which topped the charts in 12 countries in addition to landing no. 1 in the UK Dance Chart for single Anyway.

Meanwhile, UK House queen Karen Harding’s ambitious work ethic and glorious vocal range has forged an in-demand singer and stand-out musician who has seen collaborations with the likes of Wilkinson, Blonde, Purple Disco Machine, Shift K3Y, Paul Woolford, Galantis, Felix Cartel, and Le Youth in addition to support from DJ S.K.T and TCTS on KISS FM and Danny Howard’s and Party Anthems on BBC Radio 1.

The vocalist is known for her debut Top 10 single Say Something, co-written and produced with GRAMMY-nominated MNEK, which has amassed over 150M Spotify streams. Meanwhile, her debut EP Sweet Vibrations amassed over 50M combined streams and extensive support from BBC Radio 1, Capital Dance, KISS FM, and more. Described as “on a mission to be the Whitney Houston of dance music”, Karen Harding brings a classic soul voice dripping with sass to every project she touches.

The vocalist describes her unique spin on Wings (I Won’t Let You Down); “When I heard Wings, it instantly made me feel nostalgia. I didn’t want to take away from the original because it has such a great message so I was honoured to be able to to add to the idea and I love the story. I hope that it can transport listeners to a good place. Buzzed to work with the legend Armand Van Helden, I’m a big fan and it was so exciting to work with him on this record.”

Listen to the track below.

Tiësto Takes GORDO’s track ‘TARAKA’ To New Heights With New Club Remix

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Alex Gelevski
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Tiesto

The GRAMMY Award-winning, platinum-certified, international icon Tiësto continues his hot-streak of turbulent remixes, this time taking on house music superstar GORDO‘s modern classic, “TARAKA”.

Immediately after hearing the original mix for the first time Tiësto knew this was a mainstage record he wanted to put his spin on. After performing it live on the mainstages of Magnetic Festival, Boo! Seattle and ADE, this remix is most definitely a certified banger.

This late-season dancefloor heater releases through Ultra Records on December 2.

With a slew of releases on his belt this year and his highly anticipated album Drive due out 2/24/23, Tiësto is set to close the year strong and ring in the new one with a bang.

Riding a similar wave of momentum through 2022 is Guatemalan producer GORDO, who was recently crowned the top Hispanic DJ in the world by DJ Mag. With a massive year under his belt, including 6x production credits on Drake‘s recent dance-infused album ‘Honestly, Nevermind‘ releasing an original hit with Colombian superstar Feid (Hombres y Mujeres), producing the FIFA Fan Festival Anthem ‘Tukoh Taka‘ with Maluma, Nikki Minaj and Myriam Fares, being crowned as Billboards #1 Producer in June while touring around the world (USA, Mexico, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, India, Italy, Spain, Australia & more) – 2022 has been the year of GORDO!

Given the duo’s love for quality music and culture it was only a matter of time before GORDO crossed paths with the visionary Tiësto.

Listen to the track here.

Tomorrowland festival reveals the line-up of ‘Adscendo – A Digital Introduction’

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Marco Di
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It’s about time to discover a new magnificent tale in Tomorrowland‘s Great Library and prepare for a magical 2023! Tomorrowland is now revealing the line-up of ‘Adscendo – A Digital Introduction’: a brand-new digital concept on January 28 which will give a first glimpse of the 2023 Tomorrowland theme and ‘Adscendo‘ Mainstage in a digital world with exclusive sets by Afrojack, Amber Broos, Amelie Lens, Ape Rave Club, Armin van Buuren, Dom Dolla, James Hype, Kölsch, Like Mike, Mandy, R3HAB, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Tale Of Us and W&W.

Everyone who pre-registers for the ticket sale of Tomorrowland Belgium 2023 will be able to join the digital experience for free. Those who take part in the digital experience at the end of January, will be the very first ones to discover the full line-up of Tomorrowland Belgium 2023.

The 17th edition of Tomorrowland in 2023 will revolve around the theme ‘Adscendo‘, turning De Schorre into a magical destination high on the horizon. As part of introducing next year’s festival theme, a new digital experience will open its doors on January 28 for everyone who has pre-registered.

Fourteen of the world’s most prominent artists in electronic dance music will give a unique performance during an 8-hour spectacle in a new digital world, inspired by the mythical world of ‘Adscendo‘ and combined with cutting-edge 3D-technology, special effects and video production. As a cherry on top, the full line-up of Tomorrowland Belgium 2023 will be revealed exclusively during the digital experience.

Tomorrowland Adscendo A Digital Introduction

Tomorrowland Belgium 2023 will take place across two weekends from July 21-23 and July 28-30. For a chance to buy tickets during the different ticket sale dates for Tomorrowland Belgium 2023, you will need to pre-register via the Tomorrowland Account. If you pre-register, you will receive free access to ‘Adscendo – A Digital Introduction‘ on January 28.

Pre-Registration is now open on Tomorrowland’s website.

Reinier Zonneveld concocts first official remix of rising star Mau P’s ‘Drugs From Amsterdam’

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Marco Di
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Reinier Zonneveld

Dutch techno luminary Reinier Zonneveld has done it again, this time linking with the rising talents of fellow countryman Mau P for a remix of his surging debut single ‘Drugs From Amsterdam’. Set for a December 9 release, the new track is a perfect pairing of sonic styles, lifting Mau P’s original production to new heights with Reinier Zonneveld’s distinctive brand of sweaty, rave bliss.

The single comes on the heels of Mau P’s debut release of the original track, signed on Lee Foss‘ influential Repopulate Mars imprint, and licensed to Island UK, Republic Records and Virgin Germany. With the original ‘Drugs From Amsterdam‘ finding heavyweight support from headlining DJs like Tiësto, John Summit, David Guetta, DJ Snake, Diplo, Dom Dolla, and Wade, there’s no doubt that Reinier‘s lauded techno touch will redefine ‘Drugs From Amsterdam‘ for the scene’s deep, dark underground.

“When I first released ‘Drugs From Amsterdam’ I obviously hoped for it to do well but to see where it’s gone is just unbelievable. Reinier has been remixing the track in his signature style during his live sets for a while now! It’s really cool to see the track in this new light on his official remix and it’s an absolute honor to be releasing this track together.” – Mau P

“From the moment that I heard Mau P’s original ‘Drugs From Amsterdam’, I loved it and knew it would fit perfectly in my sets. I have remixed it into a track I’ve been roadtesting for a while now and the response has been great!! It’s an honor that it has become the official remix of this monster tune and I’m excited to help tell the next chapter of the single’s story.” – Reinier Zonneveld

Zonneveld‘s fresh new take on Mau P‘s debut release continues to show how unstoppable ‘Drugs From Amsterdam‘ really is.

This remix is set for release on 9th December!

N/UM’ release new track ‘An Order From The Top’

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Alex Gelevski
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‘An Order From The Top’ is the new single from live electronic collective N/UM’s upcoming LP and fifth release ‘Levers of History’.

The 13-minute track draws you in with a hypnotic groove, resonant percussion and a laid back bass line that slowly grows in intensity as you enter deeper into its world.

Once you are cocooned into the warm synths and meditative rhythms an otherworldly cry calls you upward to the vocals soaring hauntingly over the deep and dark groove.

As the track, recorded in a single improvised take by the New York live trio, moves along it develops steadily, opening up like a flower, unfolding acid bass lines and cascading guitar chords before landing back where it took off with the distinctive dark, melodic groove that stays with us long after the track has ended.

Listen to the track below.

Orang Utan & Dimitri Vegas collab on tantalizing edit of ‘Sugarmama’

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Metodi Gogovski
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Bringing a fresh innovative style of music to EDM fans, Orang Utan is one of the fastest-rising duos to hit the scene this decade.

This pair of producers come from the city of Hamburg in Germany and keep their identities a mystery by wearing ape masks. Their signature sound takes elements from progressive house, electro-funk, indie music, and other eccentric genres.

Orang Utan quickly amassed a huge following when they released their debut single “Who’s Your Love“. Dropped on the prestigious Ultra Records, the dance anthem stunned the electronic music community and even earned syncs in EA Sports‘ FIFA 2022, in addition to various appearances on Netflix shows.

Orang Utan – Sugarmama

Combined with Orang Utan‘s second track “What Goes Up“, the two hits have accumulated over three million streams across all platforms.

Keeping the ball rolling, Orang Utan is back with their energetic new song, “Sugarmama“. The two artists have joined forces with Dimitri Vegas, who puts a breathtaking spin on the track.

It features a groovy bassline and heavenly vocals that give off a feel-good vibe to the listener. Via the addition of hypnotic chord progressions and ethereal effects, Dimitri Vegas‘s edit of “Sugarmama” is only the beginning of Orang Utan‘s exciting road ahead.

Listen to the track below.

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