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Sensation makes spectacular return to Johan Cruijff ArenA

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Alex Gelevski
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The event that’s known to be ‘the biggest club’ on earth will be back to celebrate life on 2 July 2022 at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

After five years of absence, one of the world’s most impactful dance events Sensation will return to The Netherlands. On July 2nd, the iconic event will be back, transforming the Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam, into the biggest club on earth.

Dedicated to the emotion that lives among the nightlife crowd, this years ‘YES.‘ theme welcomes visitors to commemorate that positivity always wins. Sensation 2022 will welcome over 40,000 people from across the globe to unite and celebrate life together.

This years ‘YES.‘ themed Sensation marks the 133rd global edition of the acclaimed event, which held its last edition in Amsterdam in 2017. Sensation has set the bar high for its highly-anticipated return as it replicates the intimate and electric feeling of a club, in one of Amsterdam’s biggest arenas. Going back to its roots in house music – Sensation will bring back their beloved culture and groove in all facets of the event.

Milan Raven, Managing Director at ID&T Events: “The theme of the night is powerful; YES. To celebrate that positivity always wins, but also to show how the dance floor has always been the place where you can be yourself and let everything go. People need the warmth, the intimacy, and the feeling of togetherness that is part of the house music genre. And as house music is at our core, that feeling is what we’re going to provide. As people have come to expect from us, we will do so in the superlative.”

While the line-up is yet to be revealed, Sensation‘s track record for presenting the world’s biggest house artists will come through once again in the 2022 edition, promising to showcase a heavy-weight line-up of world-class house artists. With a spectacular show program, state-of-the-art stage designs, and immersive audio effects to offer visitors an unparalleled evening, the organization proves it has not been idle in recent years.

From March 2 till March 14, fans can pre-register for the exclusive pre-sale via the link. The pre-sale starts on March 15.

Watch the official trailer below.

Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano kick off festival season with new single: ‘See’ (with QG)

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Metodi Gogovski
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Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano know like no other how to make crowds roar throughout the festival season, and they’re already setting themselves up for success through the release of their latest single.

Released on their own SONO Music label under the Armada Music umbrella, ‘See‘ also sees the return of ‘Better Things‘ collaborator QG, the up-and-coming U.K. singer-songwriter who also joined the Dutchmen on their U.S. tour a few weeks ago.

A track that oozes street smarts, confidence and urban feel, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano‘s latest offering unlocks every clubber’s inner rebel.

Their second collab with upcoming talent Q.C. after the recently released ‘Better Things‘ (with GINGE), ‘See‘ shows every dance music lover how to get your groove on.

Listen to the track below.

Tomorrowland Winter releases the full lineup and timetable for its 2022 edition!

By
Marco Di
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Tomorrowland Winter

There are just about 2 weeks to go before the long-anticipated 2022 edition of Tomorrowland’s winter festival and we are already super excited about it!

Welcoming more than 100 of the world’s finest electronic artists in the beautiful ski resort and mountains of Alpe d’Huez, the hard-working team behind the world’s best dance music festival now releases the full line-up and timetable for the first Tomorrowland of 2022, taking place from March 19-26.

Among the hundreds of world-renowned DJs and producer performing at the 2nd winter edition of the iconic dance festival are Adriatique, Afrojack, Anfisa Letyago, Armin van Buuren, Brina Knauss, Charlotte de Witte, Curbi, Da Tweekaz, Djibril Cissé, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Kölsch, Joris Voorn, Konstantin Sibold, Kungs, Lost Frequencies, Lovra, Martin Solveig, MATTN, Netsky, Ofenbach, Patrice Bäumel, Paul Kalkbrenner, Pretty Pink, Purple Disco Machine, Quintino, Reinier Zonneveld, Steve Aoki, Sub Zero Project, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Vintage Culture, Yves V and many more.

Check out the full line-up and timetable of Tomorrowland Winter 2022 on the link.

Totally selling out in just a couple of weeks after launch the ticket sales, Tomorrowland Winter will welcome 18.000 lucky fans from all over the world amidst a magical winter wonderland setting on an altitude of more than 2000m high up in the beautiful French Alps.

The ski resort will be all about dancing to live house, techno and other electronic music on different indoor and outdoor stages, including this year’s brand-new, covered and heated Mainstage, Cage, Crystal Garden, CORE and Top Of The Mountain (at 3.330m).

During the one week-long festival, visitors will be treated to unforgettable performances throughout the entire day and night at some of the most dazzling stages – also accessible for non-skiers and pedestrians – with spectacular views of Alpe d’Huez‘s mythical slopes and the surrounding mountains.

Tomorrowland Winter 2022 lineup

Tomorrowland Winter 2022 is set to welcome some of the most-talented French DJs and producers: tropical house producer Klingande, young prodigy Kungs, dance legend Martin Solveig and dynamic DJ duo Ofenbach will all deliver an exclusive performance for the attendees who were lucky enough to score a ticket for this magical extravaganza.

Besides the established names, the festival will also give the opportunity to a bunch of local French artists to make a name for themselves: Chris McCann, Jared, Jerome B, Justin, Loic Lac, Max G, Stéphane Dos Santos, Thomas M, WØMAN and many more will all be playing in front of music fans from around the globe.

Love Machine returns to the desert and announces stellar lineup for its May edition

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Alex Gelevski
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Love Machine is a restorative musical and wellness getaway in the sun-bathed and boulder-strewn mountains of Jacumba, California. This magical escape returns May 6-9th 2022 with an all new third stage and tasteful line-up of international musical legends old and new including Roman Flugel, Âme, Doc Martin, Riva Starr, Marc Houle, Colyn, Oliver Koletzki, Jimi Jules, Jennifer Cardini and many more.

Located just 75 minutes outside San Diego, Love Machine is an all encompassing mix of art, yoga, music, workshops and lifestyle awareness with experts and performers from the local areas as well as around the world. It is located well away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the stunning Jacumba Hot Springs, an unincorporated community in the Mountain Empire area of southeastern San Diego County. It boasts a recently renovated restaurant with two pools and a spa and a wealth of natural features, hot spring and clean air that will make you forget all your woes and worries in an instant.

The production is always of the highest quality at Love Machine, with stylish stage designs and immersive light and sound across all stages. On top of the usual two, this year will feature a third stage to hosts day parties and it will be nestled in the centre of the festival grounds and decked out with a custom pool, cabanas, shaded tapestry, lounges, misting station and bar that allow you to take advantage of the hot desert sun and enjoy a little vibration while jumping in for a dip to escape the heat.

Love Machine 2022 lineup

Special guests include Serge Devant, a well rounded set from the secret guest “acidsloth”, party sounds from Snatch! boss Riva Starr and a special sunrise closeout with Anjunadeep’s David Hohme who’s sets have become legendary at the exquisite Bubbles and Bass parties seen on the playa.

The rest of the soundtrack is a mouthwatering one that takes in many different points on the house and techno spectrum. Friday will see German icon Roman Flugel bring his hard to define electronic sounds with Love Machine resident Doc Martin serving up his famous West Coast house and Jimi Jules offering some slick techno.

Saturday welcomes Innervisions pair and deep house shamen Âme, electro mainstay and Correspondent label lead Jennifer Cardini and more from Trikk and Echonomist, with a secret Sunday headliner TBA with direct support from stil vor talent boss, Oliver Koletzki, a live show from minimal man Marc Houle as well as sets from Afterlife superstar Colyn and the amazing producer Mihai Popoviciu.

Next to the music, you can expect a cultural mix of grand art installations, sound baths, lectures, bodywork, meditation and healthy food offerings with a focus on plant-based living and plenty of holistic workshops including yoga and mindfulness. Also new for this year are some special shift pods for out of town travellers or people who want to elevate their stay with a unique glamping experience. Each one will be equipped with all the necessary amenities for a destination travel experience.

Says the Love Machine team, “We are honoured by the fans and artists that trust in what we are doing and believe in our vision. This trust gives us the drive needed to elevate this passion and bring it to its highest level with all the hard work and strife it takes to put in an event like this. We thank you all for your support. In the words of the legend and Love Machine resident Doc Martin. Big Love and Even Bigger vibes!”

Love Machine is an idyllic getaway and a perfect way to set your life and restore much needed balance with likeminded people and a world class soundtrack.

Head to the link for tickets.

Pacha Ibiza and Claptone reveal the return of ‘The Masquerade’

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Marco Di
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Pacha, the world’s most iconic nightclub and the enigmatic DJ and producer Claptone reveal the return of one Ibiza’s most celebrated and unique events, ‘The Masquerade’ – bringing magic and mystery to the White Isle for its biggest season yet.

Taking original inspiration from a traditional Venetian masked ball and famed for its unique visuals and extraordinarily elaborate atmosphere, ‘The Masquerade‘ has now become a highlight in the Ibizan calendar and toured the world over from Buenos Aires’ GEBA stadium via New York’s Brooklyn Mirage and London’s Printworks to occupying its own arena at Belgium’s Tomorrowland.

Claptone is fresh from the release of his third studio album ‘Closer‘ which follows a run of singles throughout the year including ‘Queen Of Ice‘ feat Dizzy, ‘Just A Ghost‘ feat Seal and ‘Wake Up‘ feat James Vincent McMorrow amongst others. A new single ‘Feel This Way feat. Mayer Hawthorne will drop on March 11th.

Showcasing the next chapter in his exploration of House, Claptone has also recently provided official remixes for Oden & Fatzo – Lauren, Storm Queen ‘For A Fool‘, Trans-X ‘Living on Video‘, as well as reworks for pop superstars Dua Lipa, Elton John, Rag’n’Bone Man, Ava Max and Mark Ronson.

“You have no idea how excited I am to announce that ‘The Masquerade’ will finally return to Ibiza this summer. For me ‘The Masquerade’ stands in the true tradition of the white isle and more so Pacha itself, embracing the rich musical history and the inherent vibe deeply rooted in the club. House is as a feeling and ‘The Masquerade’ at Pacha is it’s home.

“I have always stood for an open minded and fun definition of House music and it fills me with joy to host a party that exceeds a simple Claptone DJ-set, a night where I can bringing along other artists that I appreciate. Not to forget the stunning dancers, breathtaking performers and mystique decor we’ll be witnessing. Take the chance to dive into a world where you can be whoever they want to be: A world without boundaries and without judgment. I can’t wait for you to join us dancing under the big golden mask.” Claptone

‘The Masquerade‘ is a hedonistic party where one can live out their deepest desires, featuring an extraordinary atmosphere full of masked faces and complimented by Pacha‘s world-famous and beautifully elegant performers. ‘The Masquerade‘ brings people together from all over the world to enjoy the biggest DJs and most the memorable nights.

Pacha returns this summer to capture an electric mix of authenticity, spontaneity, fun and kudos with incredible production, creative decor and theatrics that blends with its rich history and soul of the past.

Signalling the return of the illustrious golden masks, ‘The Masquerade‘ will throw open its doors on May 14th and continue each Saturday until October 15th adding a rich dimension to Pacha’s 2022 Ibiza programme.

FISHER announces Hï Ibiza residency

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Marco Di
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FISHER

Grammy-nominated Australian superstar FISHER returns to the white isle this summer for his first headline residency at the world-renowned Hï Ibiza. Every Wednesday from 15th June to 28th September his headline performance will be joined by a carefully curated selection of world-class guests DJs, alongside the most high-end production and service on the island.

Since launching onto the scene with global smash hit ‘Losing It‘, FISHER has continued his stratospheric rise with a string of supersized singles such as ‘Just Feels Tight‘, ‘Freaks‘ and ‘You Little Beauty.’

He regularly features in DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs in the world and has a global following who hang on his every turbocharged DJ set and each essential new release on his own label Catch & Release. Having debuted at Hï Ibiza in 2019, his infectious energy and enthusiasm spilled over into the crowd each and every time, so his brand new residency will be a welcome return to the club.

FISHER says, “I cannot tell you how excited I am for this. It has been a dream of mine to have my own headline residency in Ibiza, the home of the most epic parties in the world, so for it to finally be happening is such a buzz. Ibiza, brace yourselves… The Fish is coming.

Hï Ibiza offers no-expense-spared, out-of-this-world production that blows minds and leaves an indelible impression on anyone who parties there. FISHER‘s residency will raise the already high bar even further this summer. For lovers of next-level house music experiences, Wednesday at Hï Ibiza just became one of the most important nights of the week.

Tickets are on sale now via the link.

Jimmy Pé Brings Back Bloghaus Vibes With Electro-Infused Single ‘Pé Is Not Dead!’

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Andry Bosk
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Slovakia raised multi-talent Jimmy Pé debuts his first release of the year with “Pé Is Not Dead!” The hard-hitting, bass-house infused experience is complimented by a fast-paced, grungy music video that embodies explicitness, humor, and so much more all in one go. The cinematic journey Jimmy Pé puts forth is one in which when reaching the 30s mark within the video, you know what’s in store is a ride full of unpredictable surprises.

The single is reminiscent of the bloghaus era of the late 2000’s / early 2010’s, building in production cues that will surely trigger an element of nostalgia for those able to experience the unique era of electronic that was widespread during it’s time.

The story expressed is of two reckless, unhinged killers, who get their fix through taking the lives of victims via their lethally produced music. After successfully accomplishing their goal twice, it is the 3rd potential victim where the story takes an unexpected turn.

Capturing a quasi-Alice In Wonderland-gone-dystopian type of vibe in the theme, the unmerciful and heavy bass-house soundtrack fits right into the motions occurring on-screen.

Sonically, “Pé Is Not Dead!” fires off on all cylinders. Embracing a ‘less is more,’ direction in the design of the production. The piercing tech-house drum work blending in with wubs and wobbles feels as if they are popping out of the speakers. This combination delivers a powerful, gritty disposition as euphoric as it is infectious.

Jimmy Pé has been creating music for well over 10 years, his catalog thick with a diverse blend of Albums, EP’s and singles which all showcase his artist development and direction over an extensive period of time.

Listen to the track below.

The enigma of Komory lets you in on their ‘Secrets’ of dance music chill

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Andry Bosk
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Either let ‘Secrets’ occupy the space around you, or dive into its lustrous vision cruising on a cloud. Like an application of sweet-smelling aftersun when the need to cool off takes over, Komory’s EDM-scented chillout on Be Yourself Music mixes up long synth streaks with passages of playful, twittering keys.

The follow-up to ‘Complicated’ bursts into colour before starting over from the end of the rainbow, acting cheeky, coy, confident and encouraging, and forwarding plenty of eyes-across-the-room groove within the calm.

The name Komory originates from the Japanese term ‘Hikikomori’, describing the act of withdrawing from social engagement and where adults seek intense degrees of isolation and confinement. This might sound like no accident given the events of the last few years, but Komory strongly believe this type of self-imposed segregation is a fundamental driving force behind their creative process and hence signature sound.

With cards kept close to their chest as they let the music speak for itself, Komory’s fusion of electronic, futuristic and melodic arts and inspirations have made them hot property. All chrome-finished R&B, neon-lit EDM, AI technology and minimalism shouting the loudest when it comes to tropical blooms, Komory offer a visual complement alongside what they describe as “the next generation of music performance”.

Their ethos may speak for the secluded and titles such as ‘Complicated’ and ‘Secrets’ indicate deeper thought processes, but Komory also understand the need for instant enjoyment, their synthetic sentiments in tune with today’s audiences that are all about the here and now as much as they sound primed for and from the future.

Listen to the track below!

Defected announces 7-date tour across North and South America

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Marco Di
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DEFECTED IBIZA FESTIVAL
Defected Ibiza Festival 2020

Defected continues to set out plans for its busiest year of events yet, announcing its North and South America tour this March and April across five major US cities and two shows in Brazil.

Joining Defected’s ever-expanding schedule for 2022, which includes the brand new Defected Malta festival this October, the award-winning, already sold-out Defected Croatia festival in August, and club shows and festivals across the UK and Europe, this tour will kick off what is set to be a long hot summer of house music.

Bringing a host of A-List artists in tow for the tour, including A-Trak, Floorplan, John Summit, Catz ‘N Dogz, Ferreck Dawn, Eats Everything, Sam Divine, and more, this spring will be the first time the London-based music company has hosted shows in the States since 2019 and in Brazil for over a decade.

Following the cancellation of Defected’s 2020 USA tour due to global lockdowns, the label comes back fighting with its first transatlantic outing since the return to dancefloors at the end of last year.

Kicking things off in Los Angeles at expansive Hollywood nightclub Sound, Defected then head up Highway 1 to warehouse-style venue Halcyon San Francisco for a second California show.

The label then stops at Miami Music Week to throw an epic pool party during the festival at the stunning Island Gardens, before heading to renowned Brooklyn warehouse The Great Hall at Avant Gardner. Closing out the US tour, Defected’s final stop is The Concourse Project in Austin, a mammoth space with world-class production capabilities.

Defected’s growing fanbase in South America demonstrates the fully global appetite for the label and clubbing brand. Heading to Brazil’s biggest city for the first night, Defected will take over Sāo Paolo’s ARCA, a 6.4k capacity venue in the heart of the city. The following night Defected heads to Green Valley in Camboriú, a five-time winner of DJ Mag’s Best Club Award. Located in the heart of the Brazilian jungle and a truly unique clubbing experience often described to be closer to that of a festival, Green Valley has been an unmatched success story in the Brazilian electronic scene.

Demonstrating the breadth of talent across the Defected roster, the North and South America tour showcase talent from both sides of the pond, bringing European names such as Polish house heavyweights Catz ‘n Dogz, the Netherlands’ man-of-the-moment Ferreck Dawn, Spanish mainstay David Penn and huge UK names like Gorgon City, Sam Divine, and Melé. Legendary Canadian selector A-Trak also joins the tour alongside homegrown US talent such techno pioneer Robert Hood’s joint venture with daughter Lyric Floorplan, rising star LP Giobbi and Beatport’s #1 selling artist John Summit. Finally, repping Brazil is established DJ and producer Ashibah and rising star Aline Rocha.

Defected’s North and South America tour runs from March 12th – April 2nd, for tickets and further information head to the link.

Bedouin rework tracks by Ukraine’s DakhaBrakha for the latest release on Human By Default

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Metodi Gogovski
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DakhaBrakha is a quartet from Kyiv, Ukraine, experimenting with Ukrainian folk music since the group’s inception in 2004, combining an array of instruments from around the world with powerful and uncompromising vocal performances.

For Bedouin’s first release of the New Year on their ever-impressive Human By Default imprint, the label heads rework four tracks from DakhaBrakha’s catalogue, fusing the captivating vocals and instrumentation of the quartet with their pitch-perfect production.

Leading the A-side is their reinterpretation of ‘Salgir Boyu’, with shuffling percussion and organic loops providing the backdrop for stunning elements of the original to shine.

The rework of ‘A Doshchuk Nakrapaye’ follows, with DakhaBrakha’s vocals fading in and out of the background as Bedouin’s gentle synthesis and evolving drums carry the track.

On the flip, ‘Svyryd’ sees hypnotic drones and bright shakers evolve alongside a rolling bassline before closer ‘Yahudky’ seeks more electronic territories, bringing tense strings and unfurling synths together to see out the release.

Listen to the tracks below.

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