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Tomorrowland presents ‘One Year’, a captivating 45-minute film

Relive the most magical moments of 2024 and embark on a cinematic journey like no other with Tomorrowland presents ‘One Year’, a captivating 45-minute film that immerses viewers in the heart and soul of Tomorrowland’s festivals and events throughout 2024 and reminisces on a magical 20th anniversary year.

Celebrating 20 years of unparalleled influence on global culture, ‘One Year‘ goes beyond the music, diving deep into the dreams, energy, and connections that make Tomorrowland a phenomenon.

Produced by the talented in-house video team behind Tomorrowland, every frame of ‘One Year‘ pulses with the wonders that define Tomorrowland and aims to capture the essence of Tomorrowland’s diverse and inclusive atmosphere.

Drawing on the essence of the festival’s spirit, the film features extended sequences from all festivals and events held throughout the past year, including Tomorrowland Belgium, Tomorrowland Winter, Tomorrowland Brasil, CORE Tulum, CORE Medellín, Tomorrowland presents Atmosphere, Tomorrowland presents Our Story, Terra Solis Dubai, the Tomorrowland Immersive Experience, Ushuaïa Ibiza, as well as never seen before footage from the Tomorrowland Atelier.

Tomorrowland One Year
Tomorrowland One Year

Here’s what Steve Aoki had to say about ‘One Year‘:

“The amount of work and time, thought process and the teams. The village of people that put this thing together. Everywhere I feel, touch, see… is Tomorrowland. It doesn’t matter if I’m in Brazil or France. And definitely – obviously – in Belgium.”

Through powerful and intimate stories from artists (including AFROJACK, Alesso, Alok, Amber Broos, Armin van Buuren, Brina Knauss, Dino Lenny, Hardwell, Indira Paganotto, James Hype, John Newman, Joris Voorn, Kevin de Vries, Kölsch, Konstantin Sibold, Krystal Klear, Laidback Luke, Marlon Hoffstadt, Netsky, Sebastian Ingrosso, Seth Troxler, Steve Aoki, Swedish House Mafia and Tiësto) and the People of Tomorrow, viewers can witness the festival’s magic, from the pulsating energy of the iconic Mainstage to the hidden gems nestled within the festival grounds, while gaining a deeper understanding of the festival’s impact and significance.

One Year‘ is now available to watch on YouTube – an unforgettable spectacle for the People of Tomorrow around the globe, capturing a world where music, imagination, experience, and unity collide. Millions of souls connected through their unconditional love for music.

Skyline Announce Full 2025 Lineup, Returning to Gloria Molina Grand Park

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Insomniac’s Skyline festival has unveiled the full lineup for its 2024 return to Gloria Molina Grand Park in Downtown Los Angeles for its fourth edition.

In collaboration with Insomniac’s Factory 93 brand, the carefully curated all-star lineup boasts world-renowned talent and underground dance music tastemakers of house, techno, and beyond across two stages.

Taking place on Saturday, February 15 and Sunday, February 16, this two-day affair beneath the LA cityscape will start earlier than in years past, allowing attendees to experience even more music and maximize their time at this immersive celebration of electronic music, art, and culture.

This year’s main stage, the East Side, will be spearheaded by a myriad of dance music’s biggest names, including genre defining duo The Martinez Brothers, Hellbent Records label boss Cloonee, Music On host and Pacha Ibiza resident Marco Carola, Canadian DJ-activist BLOND:ISH, and Terminal Underground owner Matroda.

Also gracing the stage are Planet X pioneer Ben Sterling, Nicaraguan-American DJ sensation Gordo, former NBA star-turned-DJ Rony Seikaly, London’s groove aficionado Max Dean, and a special b2b set from house music mavens Airrica and Cole Knight.

Skyline 2025 lineup
Skyline 2025 lineup

On the West Side Stage, fans can look forward to an electrifying lineup featuring the highly anticipated b2b performance from Honey Dijon and Seth Troxler, rising French techno star Nico Moreno, Parisian techno powerhouse Trym, and Daria Kolosova, known for her emotive and energetic sets that blend deep, driving techno with a captivating sense of rhythm and atmosphere.

Attendees will also experience psychedelic house producer Mita Gami, a unique b2b set from ØTTA and Bad Boombox, and an appearance by Gettraum label head Traumer. The stage will also spotlight one member of Âme, delivering a solo performance that showcases his distinct approach to minimal and melodic techno.

Embracing the spirit of community, Skyline has proudly continued to partner with Grand Park, powered by The Music Center (a 501(c)3 non-profit organization). In a gesture of gratitude to the city that has continuously hosted its events for over 30 years, Insomniac will donate a portion of ticket sales to the Gloria Molina Grand Park, in an effort to support and celebrate the ceaselessly vibrant community of LA. In the essence of sonic synchronicity, Skyline aims to cultivate an ethos of harmony, generosity, and cultural vitality in the City of Angels.

Korolova & Eynka revive 90’s trance classic ‘Coming On Strong’

Ukrainian melodic techno star Korolova and UK trio Eynka join forces on the epic trance-inspired single, ‘Coming On Strong’, out now via Armada.

Signum and Scott Mac’s Armada-released 1999 original of ‘Coming On Strong’ was a staple in dance music through the ‘90s and early ‘00s, and is considered by many to be an underground trance anthem. Twenty-five years after its release, rising talents Korolova and Eynka reimagine the track as a powerful cinematic melodic techno masterpiece.

Featuring its iconic, floating vocal, the duo elevate the original with cutting-edge production techniques and a menacing, choppy central synth that twists, bulges, and darts unpredictably.

Picked up so far by Adam Bayer, Agents of Time, Miss Monique, Paradoks, Ilario Alicante & Enai, ‘Coming On Strong’ is already proving to be a head-turning dancefloor essential.

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Korolova x Eynka – Coming On Strong

Over just three years, Ukrainian producer/DJ Korolova has made a name for herself as one of the key artists to watch in melodic techno. Her engaging DJ sets are in demand around the world, with her playing over 100 shows across 50 countries this year alone.

She boasts a huge 170 million YouTube views and 70 million streams, including the track ‘Be Strong’ (32M streams), and placed #60 in this year’s DJ Mag Top 100 DJs list. If that’s not enough, she played Tomorrowland’s coveted main stage in July, sold out her Captive Soul show—featuring Eynka—at KOKO in London in October, and has shared the stage with David Guetta, Vintage Culture, Armin Van Buuren, Above & Beyond, and many more.

Listen to the track below.

SXM Festival Returns to Saint Martin for 8th Edition in 2025

Âme, Camelphat, Antdot, Bora Uzer, Chris Luno, Francis Mercier, Layla Benitez, Maz, Nicole Moudaber, Notre Dame, Sam Divine, Sander Kleinenberg, Sébastien Léger, Sosa, Sparrow & Barbossa, Themba, Trikk, Yulia Niko and many more announced.

SXM Festival is famous for transforming the gorgeous Caribbean island of Saint Martin into North America’s most famous party island for five days each year. From March 12th16th, 2025 the carefully-curated mix of music, art, culture and tropical escape returns with a magical 8th edition.

These five days in paradise offer a fully immersive experience tailored to your own desires. Saint Martin offers endless cultural explorations and once in a lifetime island experiences, parties in bespoke and bohemian locations from villas to mountain tops, beaches to jungle clearings, and so much more, all with a focus on inclusivity and environmental conservation.

The island itself is one of the stars of the festival and is proudly spotlighted by the SXM team throughout the week. In 2025, SXM Festival will introduce three stunning new locations with signature hand-crafted decor and artsy design.

More iconic festival moments will come at the Villa Party, the classic Sunday morning Sunrise party and the famed Panorama Party atop the island’s highest hilltop! These exclusive events, set against stunning natural backdrops, will provide next-level experiences.

This year’s first wave of names includes 16BL, Âme, Antdot, Anvaya, Azzecca, Bora Uzer, Camelphat, Chris Luno, Ella Romand, Ferreck Dawn, Francis Mercier, Julia Sandstorm, Kadosh, Kahani, Kitty Amor, Kunal Merchant, Layla Benitez, Lica, Made By Pete, Manti, Maz, Miluhska, Nico De Andrea, Nicole Moudaber, Nicolas Masseyeff, Notre Dame, Oxia, Peace Control, Rio Tashan, Sam Divine, Sander Kleinenberg, Sébastien Léger, Share, Sosa, Sparrow & Barbossa, Themba, Trikk, Yulia Niko and Wild Dark.

It also includes showcases from the renowned house music label Defected, the established Fraublau and the New York sensation Indo Warehouse.

In a groundbreaking move, SXM Festival is eliminating its VIP program. “We felt the energy last year – everyone wanted to be together, to share the experience. This year, we are one. No VIP program, just music, community, and the island,” says founder Julian Prince.

This change reflects SXM Festival‘s ethos of unity, providing an equal experience for all attendees. Designated bottle service areas will be available throughout the events and can be booked by contacting Festival Staff directly at info@sxmfestival.com.

SXM Festival has always been about more than just music – it’s a fully immersive island experience. Get ready for five days of world-class music, unparalleled scenery, and unforgettable moments.

Giorgia Angiuli drops her powerful EP “Rage Is A Feeling” on Filth on Acid

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Giorgia Angiuli drops her powerful new EP “Rage Is A Feeling” on Reinier Zonneveld’s Filth on Acid.

Born in Puglia, also known as the heel of Italy’s boot, Giorgia is a classically trained musician, composer and multi-instrumentalist. She has dropped her techno heat on world-renowned record labels such as Stil vor Talent, Crosstown Rebels and Kevin Saunderson‘s legendary KM while playing all over the world.

Rage Is A Feeling opens up with hard edged, slamming techno drums. Acid stabs and bright, euphoric trance stabs flash over the top of the mix, while saw tooth synths add drive and texture to what is a hugely emotional banger.

Giorgia Angiuli
Giorgia Angiuli – Rage Is a Feeling

My Power is more bouncy with a busy acid line, more raw synth stabs and a sultry vocal up top. It’s hard and fast and sure to blow up any club.

This is another superb EP from Giorgia Angiuli.

Desolat welcomes Davide T with three lively productions on ‘6.00 AM’

Milan-based DJ and producer Davide T is making a growing mark on Italy’s house scene with his precise grooves and percussive rhythms. Building a rising reputation through electrifying performances as a resident at Manawa Experience and Red Motel parties, he has earned the attention of key figures such as Marco Carola, The Martinez Brothers, and Jamie Jones.

Now, after a string of impressive releases this year, Davide makes his label debut on Loco Dice’s Desolat imprint with ‘6.00 AM’, a three-track EP that brings the label’s 2024 schedule to a powerful close.

Jumping straight into the action, ‘6.00 AM’ bursts with tight drum patterns, speedy hi-hats, and warping beats, while the smooth, calm female vocals create an unexpected contrast to the groove.

Davide T
Davide T – 6.00 AM

Next, ‘Funky Beats’ rolls in with chunky, fast-paced rhythms, leading into a smooth R&B flow with rap-style vocals and intricate beats. Closing the EP alongside fellow countryman DRAXX, the duo delivers pure energy with ‘Daddy’, a track packed with vibrant, hard-hitting percussion that speaks for itself.

Listen and purchase HERE!

Dirtybird Records closes out 2024 with return of The New Years Special compilation

Dirtybird Records is closing out 2024 with the third installment of its The New Years Special compilation. Returning for the first time since 2016, this year’s compilation features SoCal house head Seek-One, London-based Andrea Giudice, French export Good Neighbor, and Italian producer Pakkio Sans.

The New Years Special is a fresh batch of heaters from some of the label’s hottest up-and-comers. Seek-One gets the compilation started on a high note with his flirty tech-house shaker ‘Reroute‘. Andrea Giudice is back on the label with ‘Wild,’ a hypnotic groover that keeps the vibes flowing, following his April-released original ‘Dragon‘.

Next up is ‘Rally‘, a crunchy 5-minute deep cut from Good Neighbor, who appeared on Best of the Birdfeed, Vol. 4 earlier this year. Pakkio Sans rounds out the compilation with the non-stop rhythms of ‘The Game‘.

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Dirtybird -The New Years Special Vol.3

Serving as Dirtybird Records‘s final release of 2024, The New Years Special encapsulates a year that predicated on welcoming new artists to the label, from legends like IDRIS to bubbling up-and-comers like OMRI., Jey Kurmis, and Dot N Life.

Past editions of The New Years Special have featured artists who have blossomed into today’s players, ranging from Walker & Royce and Will Clarke to Ardalan. Vol. 3 stays true to Dirtybird‘s time-honored tradition of kickstarting the New Year with the best and brightest emerging talents.

The New Years Special Vol. 3 compilation is available now on all platforms.

Don Diablo Drops Huge Remix Of David Guetta’s ‘Forever Young’

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Double Grammy-winning David Guetta collides with dance chart dominator Don Diablo on the third remix of ‘Forever Young’, out now.

Don Diablo’s remix of ‘Forever Young’, Guetta’s revamped take on the 1984 Alphaville classic, re-sung by Ava Max, retains its epic emotive euphoria, wrapping a gliding and glimmering off-kilter synth around the iconic vocal. It’s the follow-up to breaking Aussie talent CYRIL’s Eurodance-inspired remix and Hypaton’s epic euphoric remix, released in November.

Forever Young’ is the latest in a slew of hit singles from Guetta this year. In April, the French dance icon teamed up with OneRepublic for ‘I Don’t Wanna Wait’, one of his biggest hits yet with 600M+ streams, then with Dutch EDM star Afrojack for ‘Raving’ later in August.

David Guetta – Forever Young Don Diablo remix

Don Diablo’s remix of ‘Forever Young’, out December 20th, takes the chart-topping vocals of Ava Max to new heights, resulting in a surefire hit among new and retro ravers alike.

Listen to the track below!

Terminal V Croatia announces stellar line up for 2025 edition

World renowned Scottish techno festival Terminal V returns to Tisno, Croatia, for what will be a standout second edition from July 17th to 21st 2025.

The scene-leading festival once again offers four open-air stages, beachside dance floors and intimate relaxation areas by the crystal-clear Adriatic Sea at The Garden Resort for thousands of dedicated music lovers. They will assemble for another cutting-edge soundtrack that offers up the very best in techno from across the spectrum and a mix of legends, new school stars and plenty in between.

Terminal V‘s inaugural Croatian edition was a remarkable debut that created unforgettable memories for all those in attendance, as well as generating plenty of rave reviews from press and punters alike.

Here’s what Derek Martin and Simon McGrath, the festival’s founders had to say:

“The first Terminal V Croatia Festival was a new beginning for us. Visitor reactions were overwhelmingly positive, giving us extra motivation to organize the second edition which is now just over 200 days away. We also hope to see some Croatian visitors at our Scottish edition which takes place from April 19th to 20th in Edinburgh!”

Terminal V Croatia
Terminal V Croatia 2025 lineup

Terminal V is known for pulling out all the stops when it comes to production, and that will be the case again in summer with cutting edge light and sound across the superb Barbarella‘s, the more secluded Olive Grove, the epic Main Stage and the superb Beach Stage.

Tisno‘s blissful Garden Resort is a natural hideaway with a sweeping bay, glistening Adriatic sea and the chance to dance under a hot sun or twinkling stars at a range of different venues as well as on unmissable daily boat parties and late night afterparties which run until sunrise. As if this wasn’t enough, there will be plenty of adrenaline-pumping water sports to enjoy by day.

Musically, there is plenty to get excited about with international stars like Hector Oaks, Kobosil, Ben Sims, Ellen Allien and Dax J joined by contemporary heroes such as VTSS, 999999999, Anfisa Letyago, Carv, Miss Bashful and DBBD and Hannah Laing amongst many more. From hard techno to euphoric trance and everything in between, all shades of sound will be catered for.

Tickets available HERE.

BLOND:ISH Releases Radiant New Single “Shout It Out” with Night Tales

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BLOND:ISH releases her newest single, “Shout It Out,” with Australian/UK duo Night Tales. The new song comes hot on the heels of the announcement of Never Walk Alone, her forthcoming studio album, out via Insomniac Records on February 14, 2025.

Shout It Out,” with its gentle and warm guitar licks, worldly rhythm, and inspirational vocals, continues to expand her wide-ranging span of collaborations in this upcoming body of work.

Crafted with wholesome vibes in sunny LA, this track is a testament to the magic that happens when friends come together to create. Featuring uplifting melodies and soulful vocals, “Shout It Out” is all about celebrating life, connection, and the joy of self-expression.

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BLOND:ISH Shout It Out

Set with intentions to bring more positive energy into all parts of the world, the album rollout of Never Walk Alone features artists from all around the world, from Australia/UK’s Night Tales in “Shout It Out” to Zimbabwe’s Bantu with “Can’t let You Go,” to Brazil’s Zeeba with “Different Way” and the UK’s Stevie Appleton with the lead title track, “Never Walk Alone.”

Listen to the track below.

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