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Scotlands first ever Electronic Music Conference – SEMCON 2020 set to arrive in July

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Marco Di
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On Friday 17th and Saturday 18th July, Scotland’s first ever Electronic Music Conference 2020 (SEMCON 2020) will bring more than 100 industry insiders, speakers and experts to The Corn Exchange, Edinburgh for two days of essential seminars, workshops, product showcases and plenty more that promise to bring the whole industry together for two unmissable days of knowledge sharing and networking. 

The first wave of hosts and industry leading brands participating at SEMCON 2020 include Void Acoustics, Point Blank Music School, Beatport, Defected, Wunderground, DJ Growth Lab, Game Over, SKapade Studios, Label Worx, Data Transmission, Platform808, Skiddle and AFEM, who will all bring their individual expertise and knowledge to deliver the best possible opportunities.

This is the first of what will become an annual conference and essential meeting point for the whole of the Scottish dance music industry in the historic, versatile and atmospheric location of The Corn Exchange in Edinburgh.

Scotland famously thrives on electronic music and all that shines through with this specially curated series of showcases, educational activities, immersive forums and of course after dark parties right in the heart of Edinburgh.

SEMCON 2020 Scotland

All facets of the industry will be covered in great depth and detail. There will be 1800 attendees per day, all under one roof in a main auditorium, with seven rooms, two professional theatres, product masterclasses in a 500 sqm exhibition and demo market, 400 capacity networking bar and live feed with international artists across both days.

There will be conversations with leading delegates, product showcases, workshops, masterclasses, skills development classes, networking, product demos, a boost breakfast with Data Transmission, profiling school, A&R feedback on your music, and huge exhibit of all the latest technology that sinks you deep into the dance world on many different levels and seeks to arm you with expertise and knowledge.

Passes allow the holder access to the Main Academy Auditorium, Demo Market, Networking Zone, LabelWorx Mix Tank and discounted tickets for all after parties, and there will also be bolt on options for this ticket type coming soon so keep your eyes on via link.

The near future will also bring various other ticket types including:

– Full Professional Pass (Entry to main academy and all professional seminars, workshops and Point Blank Music School)
– Very Limited AAA Platinum Pass – (VIP entry to exclusive after party with secret guest DJ’s, All SEMCON professional events, All main academy events, Access to the VIP lounge, A platinum attendee bag worth £120)
– A&R Feedback Forum 1-2-1 Appointments.
– Boost Breakfast with Graeame Farmer from Data Transmission – (10 tickets per day only)
– Profiling School with Luke Curtis from Platform808 (Limited availability)

This is the ultimate conference that Scotland has long needed, so move fast to secure your place at this historic inaugural event. A very limited number of early bird academy passes costing just £35 + BF are available now.

Zamna Tulum unveils its daily line-up for the 2019/2020 edition

By
Alex Gelevski
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Sound Tulum

Zamna Tulum has become the meeting point of the most prestigious electronic parties in the world in the last few years. A tendency that, taking into account its winter schedule, keeps defining itself as the epicenter of the international and Latin American electronic music scene. All of that without forgetting its surroundings as Zamna supports the mayan indigenous community’s social projects.

Everything will start on Saturday 28th of December with the arrival of Bob Moses who present Innercity Odyssey party to Zamna Tulum. HVOB, Eagles & Butterflies and Zombies in Miami complete the line-up of an event where many of the performances will be live. There are still more names to be revealed.

On Tuesday 31st of December it will be the turn of XX Winter Beach‘s first encounter. Zamna Tulum will end the year with the German icon, almost myth, Paul Kalkbrenner, the Italian trio Agents Of Time who will perform live and Iñigo Vontier.

A day later, on Wednesday the 1st of January Zamna Tulum will receive the new year with ARTBAT, one of the most important duos of the current international electronic music scene, in which will be their Mexican debut, on Mía Beach during the daytime. They will be accompanied by Kevin Di Serna, who has made his debut on Innervisions this summer, and Golden Hour, who has made his debut on MoBlack.

Zamna Tulum lineup 2019/2020

On Thursday 2nd of January it will be the turn of XX Winter Beach‘s second encounter. The brand will offer a back to back between Damian Lazarus and Guy Gerber which will be a truly musical journey, the renowned producer Diplo and Shubostar.

On Friday 3rd of January, again in Mía and during the daytime schedule will be Do Not Sit with Behrouz, Matthias Meyer, El Mundo and Paax Tulum.

During the afternoon of Saturday 4th of January, Renaissance, one of the most iconic clubs in the British electronic scene, will arrive with a never seen before in Mexico line-up. Adam Beyer B2B Ida Engberg, Danny Tenaglia B2B Nicole Moudaber, Charlotte de Witte, Dubfire, Blancah and Sirsax will perform at the Arena stage. Meanwhile, Andhim, Fort Romeau, Robag Wruhme, Roman Flügel and WhoMadeWho will be at Island stage.

On Sunday 5th of January Flying Circus will return to Tulum. The event will take place on Mia Beach and will include performances by Audiofly and Andhim in a completely unique and new back to back format, Oceanvs Orientalis with a disco set, Jenia Tarsol and Deer Jade.

On Monday 6th of January it will be the turn of one of the most influential DJs and producers of the last years: Black Coffee. He will be accompanied by Blond:ish, Salomé and a B2B between Themba and Dj Angelo.

On Tuesday 7th of January Rated R hosted by Rebolledo party will take the control of Mia Beach. WhoMadeWho, GusGus and Kawas complete the line-up.

The climax will take place on Wednesday 8th of January with Afterlife‘s fourth year in a row. Zamna Tulum’s most awaited for party will arrive with an impressive production as they have been doing it in Europe and never seen before in Tulum. Tale Of Us, Adriatique, Keinemusik, Mind Against, Mathame, Denis Horvat, Colyn, Fideles, Kas:st and Øostil are on the line-up.

And on top of all of that Zamna Tulum has announced that there are still many surprises to discover among which are included huge names that will join some of the already announced events.

You can grab the diverse tickets types on the official via link.

ALDA & Insomniac team up for “SAGA”, a brand new music festival in Bucharest, Romania

By
Marco Di
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SAGA festival

ALDA and Insomniac events team up for a brand new dance music experience that will make its way to Romania this summer, as SAGA music festival prepares to launch in Bucharest.

Taking place between 5-7 June, the innovative festival is the brainchild of both ALDA and Insomniac, who partnered last year, and will follow in the footsteps of both brand’s previous successes, such as the iconic Amsterdam Music Festival – AMF in Amsterdam and the world’s largest dance music festival, Electric Daisy Carnival – EDC in Las Vegas.

Marking a new beginning for the Eastern European festival scene, SAGA represents a landmark moment for the people of Bucharest, serving as the city’s first-ever major music festival of such impressive scale.

With more than 150 superstar artists of various music genres performing across 5 incredible stages at the 3-day music event, SAGA festival promises to provide something for every taste, with the worldwide ticket sale set to take place this Friday, 6 December.

SAGA Festival

SAGA looks set to revolutionize the festival industry with an immersive storytelling experience. With exciting visual spectacles set to take place, visitors will be truly blown away by the scale of this pioneering event. All will become clear over the coming months, as the secrets of the SAGA are unveiled.

Playing host to over 350 shows and more than 30 brands for millions of visitors worldwide, ALDA‘s latest venture alongside Insomniac is sure to make a huge impact in Romania with their brand new venture, and as the SAGA begins, party-goers from all over the globe are sure to jet in for the inaugural edition of the annual musical celebration.

Whilst plenty of details are still yet to be revealed, SAGA is anticipated to explode into life as one of the biggest festivals in the world during 2020.

With a very limited amount of loyalty 3-day passes starting this Friday at a special offer of just €21 (99 RON) as a welcome gift, pre-registration is open with fans able to gain early access via this link.

With the worldwide ticket sale set to start on Friday 6 December, are you ready to experience the beginning of the SAGA?

Check out the official teaser below!

Junior Jack releases extended version of his new single ‘Flash’

By
Marco Di
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Junior Jack

After teasing his new single ‘Flash’, Dj and producer, Junior Jack is back again with an extended version of the record available now via his new label Adesso Music.

Having already been featured on Vito’s native Radio 105 Italy, the track continues to make waves across airwaves and dancefloors in the UK, Australia and Germany (where it was #1 Bullet DCC) and with early support from Tiesto, Eric Morillo and Martin Garrix.

Italian house producer Junior Jack became a huge star in the 2000s with chart-smashing hits like ‘My Feeling’, ‘E Samba’, ‘Da Hype’, ‘Thrill Me’ and UK number one single ‘Make Luv’ as Room 5, pushing an irresistible disco, funk and samba-fuelled sound that saw him quickly rise up the ranks of the scene. After a two-year break, he now returns to the scene stronger than ever with a new single and a new label.

“I’ve been away!” says the man otherwise known as Vito Lucente. “Everybody talks about a comeback, but I never stopped making music so it’s not a comeback, I was making music but not releasing it.”

After two decades of running his NoiseTraxx label, he decided to make a fresh start, and Adesso Music is the result. The first release is a collaboration with his friend and musical partner, Pat BDS, named ‘Flash’.

‘Flash‘ is a slick operation. A chunky, moody, driving house track with a subtle techno edge, it’s perfectly crafted for today’s dancefloors. A monotone bass groove drivers the hip-shaking techy percussion along with an almost tribal feel as a classic blues vocal sample loops and rises up from the depths.

Dark synth grunts intersperse as the mood builds towards the first tense breakdown and the vocal unfolds. This succinct arrangement needs little else to make it rock, with the excitement coming from subtle changes in the composition that continue the edgy feel. Old skool snare and clap fill sand more sinister synth tones drop after the final break to add more atmosphere.

With Junior Jack back touring after his extended time under the radar, ‘Flash‘ is getting a heavy road-testing right now. Look out for him and this bold new single, coming to a dancefloor near you soon.

Listen to the track here.

Markus Schulz – In Search Of Sunrise – The Singles

By
Metodi Gogovski
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With his second helming of an ‘In Search Of Sunrise’ complete and on full release, the next few weeks will see Markus Schulz place the spotlight on the music he purpose built for the album.

Over successive Fridays the club-expanded versions of ‘Sunrise Over The Bay’, ‘Bells Of Planaxis’ and the Talla teaming ‘Mainhattan’ will dawn.

Further, in starting to wrap up another remarkable 365, Markus has also onlined the final official video to come from his celebrated ‘We Are The Light’ album.

Kicking off the release string is ‘Sunrise Over The Bay’ – the body of water in question being one as close to home as it gets for Markus. Whilst not on tour Miami’s beatific Biscayne Bay is a sight seen every morning. In the moment during the summer, he musically translated it into a spiritually exhilaratingly, thrillsomely paced number.

Up next (and sunrise-available this very day!) is ‘Bells Of Planaxis’. The track’s inspirational roots lie in Markus’ Tomorrowland 2018 set, which he latterly interpreted with ISOS 15’s overture centrally in mind. Thoughtful, brooding, scene setting and never less than atmospheric, DJ Mag recently commented (in their “8/10” review) that it was all “measured rollout, reverb depth and chime-charm”.

Tying up this triple-decker is ‘Mainhattan’ – the result of a first-time studio meet between Markus and fellow countryman, Talla 2XLC. Finding them both close to top of their energy spectrums, the track fields a full court press of electro edge, squelch and distortion, all powered by its technotically unstoppable production.

As a substantial proportion of the planet heads into winter’s throes, Markus thought that the seasonally affected might need a little AV pick-me-up. No sooner said than served, as the hot-tropic video for the topically fitting ‘Utopia’ has hit the web! Featuring the authentically soulful tones of States-based singer Jared Lee, you can fight winter’s bite below.

Paul van Dyk & Elated team up for brand new-fire track ‘Parallel Dimension’

By
Metodi Gogovski
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Paul van Dyk

Raising the curtain not just on a new season, but Mission: Guiding Light – the advance guard tour for his hotly-anticipated 2020 LP – Paul van Dyk serves that trance justice again.

Following in the wake of ‘Galaxy’ – September’s Vini Vici-collab’ing walk on the Psy-side, ‘Parallel Dimension’ swings back around to that instantaneously identifiable, classically floor-flaming PvD sonic.

For the track, Paul’s been joined at the mixing desk by a producer who may be a new name to some. Elated’s Graeme Knapp arrived on the trance reservation a couple of years back and amongst those with their ear to the ground swiftly started to built a reputation for himself. A number of his early releases found their way to Paul and after some positive-noise-type feedback the Canadian reached out.

What they’ve collectively worked up is an autumn-beating trance thunderbolt, which places clubbers heartstrings square between the crosshairs, whilst simultaneously planting their feet on the floor. With a no-prisoners tempo, hallmark PvD bass, from-within chords, awww-inspiring sub-melodies and kiss-the-sky mainline, ‘Parallel Dimension’s got the lot.

Listen to the track below.

Paul van Dyk commenced Mission: Guiding Light tour operations on October 31 at Miami’s Treehouse. Full details of opening shows now taking place across North America throughout November can be found below.

October 31st – Miami, FL – Treehouse
November 1st – Boston, MA – Royale
November 2nd – New York, NY – Avant Gardner
November 9th – Chicago, IL – Sound Bar
November 15th – Calgary, AB – Marquee
November 16th – Vancouver, BC – Harbour Event Centre
November 22nd – Atlanta, GA – Ravine
November 23rd – Dallas, TX – Stereo Live
November 27th – San Francisco, CA – 1015 Folsom
November 29th – Houston, TX – Stereo Live
November 30th – Denver, CO – Summit

Pendulum will unveil their new concept TRINITY at Creamfields 2020

By
Alex Gelevski
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via Gill Nightingale

Since storming onto the drum & bass scene nearly two decades ago, Pendulum have arguably become one of the biggest names associated with the genre.

But until a few months ago, the original trio of Rob Swire (Anscenic), Gareth McGrillen (Speed) and Paul Harding (El Hornet) hadn’t performed live together for over a decade. That was until the TRINITY concept was born, and the trio are now back as one with their brand-new live show, performing Creamfields 2020 on Saturday 29th August.

Pendulum are no strangers to Creamfields having made their debut in 2006 the same year the festival made its home in Daresbury and have performed many times since. However, 2020 will see them unveil TRINITY for the first time at Creamfields bringing with them their infamous large- scale production, live vocals and unleashing some new music to the masses!

Commenting on their return Pendulum said: “We can’t wait to headline the Arena at Creamfields next year, we’ve always had a great time at the festival and we’re looking forward to our return in 2020”.

Pendulum present TRINITY are the latest act to be added to the bill for Creamfields 2020, the UK’s biggest electronic music festival which returns to Cheshire on August Bank Holiday weekend, watch this space for more announcements over the coming months!

Creamfields returns to Daresbury in Cheshire on 27th – 30th August 2020, full line up to be announced.

Ticket on sale now via link.

Davey Asprey and Evan Henzi deliver soaring trance anthem ‘ALIEN’

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Andry Bosk
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Davey Asprey

Still buzzing from the success of smash hits such as ‘Aftermath’, ‘Allies’, ‘Sirens’ and the stadium-quivering ‘A.D.D.A’ (with Artento Divini), Davey Asprey jumped up to deliver another slam dunk today.

Together with vocalist Evan Henzi, the U.K. DJ and producer unleashed ‘ALIEN‘ onto Armin van Buuren‘s A State Of Trance label, sending Trance fans worldwide into raptures.

As vast and expansive as the universe itself, this first-ever collab between Davey Asprey and Evan Henzi is bound to light up the biggest stadiums. Helmed by a scintillating melody and vocals that reach for the stars, ‘ALIEN’ brings together the earthly and the otherworldly for a dance of romance on a Trance-tinged odyssey.

Davey Asprey: “The first time I heard the track ‘Call to Arms’ by Gareth Emery, I was blown away by the vocal talent of Evan. I knew right there and then that we just had to work together on my debut vocal release for Armada Music.”

Evan Henzi: “I loved what Davey did with his remix of ‘Call To Arms’, as his sound incorporates various styles in Trance that remain traditional yet push sonic boundaries. I was super excited to work with him on ‘ALIEN’, one of the first songs I wrote a while back. I had high hopes, and his co-writing and production exceeded those expectations.

For me, ‘ALIEN’ represents a blend of progressive and Psytrance genres, and pushes the boundaries on what it means to be different. My main goal is to portray a blend between the intersectional and metaphysical, and to be unafraid to party hard while always questioning who we are, what this existence means now, and what’s next.”

Listen to the track here.

Nicky Romero delivers mainstage-ready remix of Armin van Buuren and NE-YO’s ‘Unlove You’

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Metodi Gogovski
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Nicky Romero,img via Marte Visser

A link-up as epic as Armin van Buuren and NE-YO’s recent collaboration deserves a remix of equal significance, and that’s exactly what fans are getting.

Today, Dutch superstar DJ and producer Nicky Romero offered up a top-notch remix of ‘Unlove You‘, delivering the very best of what dance music has to offer.

Unleashing his own touches onto the buzzing ‘Unlove You‘, Nicky Romero pushes out into the night with his club-tailored interpretation. Enhanced with a hands-in-the-air melody and seamless arrangement, this remix is the perfect counterpart of Armin van Buuren and NE-YO‘s smash hit.

Here’s what Armin van Buuren and Nicky Romero had to say about the new remix:

Armin van Buuren: “I’m very happy with this incredible remix from Nicky Romero. I’m a long-time fan of his work and I feel that he did the original song justice whilst giving it an energetic, mainstage-ready twist of his own. Top-drawer stuff!”

Nicky Romero: “Armin van Buuren and I have been colleagues for a long time, so it’s about time we started working together. I was in the studio listening to the songs of his album ‘Balance’ and his track with NE-YO struck a chord with me. I coincidentally had a project open that matched the vibe and key of the record perfectly, so it was just meant to be. It’s a magnificent song, and I’m glad I got to make it my own.”

Listen to the remix below.

E Komo Mai festival announces first wave of artists for its debut edition on Hawaii’s island

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Marco Di
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E Komo Mai

Thinking of booking your dream vacation next year? We may have found the perfect destination for you. There’s a brand new music festival called “E Komo Mai” that’s set to debut in 2020 on the Hawaiian island of Oahu.

The festival will be situated in paradise, surrounded by lush mountain valleys, a stunning ocean vista and constant warm sea and air temperatures – the perfect setting. E Komo Mai means “All Are Welcome” in native Hawaiian and is the ethos of a new dance music festival in America’s paradise, Hawaii. The festival takes place on the island of Oahu, known as the gathering place by ancient Hawaiians and an international travel destination today.

Celebrating the famous island and its Aloha Spirit through both music and culture, E Komo Mai is an intimate weekend of curated events that make the most of Oahu’s unique scenery and settings. Taking place February 14th to 17th 2020 over a three day weekend with talent such as DJ Dan, Doc Martin, Mikey Lion, Sacha Robotti and Kill Frenzy plus many more names to be announced.

Hawaii is an exotic and fabled international holiday destination, known for its lush mountain valleys cascading to a cerulean sea, stunning ocean vistas and constant warm sea and air temperatures.

The American paradise has a language and culture of its own and is the most remote island chain on the planet, making it the perfect place to explore the festivals three main tenets; music, culture and sustainability.

E Komo Mai will be the first of its kind in Hawaii, delivering a diverse program of events showcasing Honolulu’s vibrance and diversity, from the shores of world renown Waikiki to the gritty back-alleys of the Kaka’ako warehouse district. Daytime programming takes advantage of Waikiki’s most breathtaking views and activates gorgeous locales for their dance music debut.

Meanwhile, nighttime programming explores the island’s darker side. A raw, 50-foot ceiling warehouse will be transformed into a nocturnal jungle paradise and each night’s production will explore a different Hawaiian theme. The islands’ first Funktion 1 sound install, projection mapping and Hawaii’s only four am liquor license will all ensure an unparalleled clubbing experience.

E Komo Mai celebrates dance music with its global “ohana”. In Hawaiian this refers to an extended family, which can include friends and other important social groups. This concept of family and community informed the lineup, which includes West Coast favourites, DJ Dan and Doc Martin, both American institutions that have very much shaped a certain house style with decades of experience to draw upon when bringing the party.

Then comes the mystical Mikey Lion, boss of Desert Hearts Records and someone with a knack for curating house and techno trips that take you into another dimension and has done so at places like Burning Man many times. Add in Kill Frenzy & Sacha Robotti, who have been working together on their electric, quirky sounds on labels like DirtyBird since 2012, plus many more to come, and you have a perfect soundtrack.

Behind the festival are three seasoned dance music event professionals. Gina Milano, Tommy Speer and JoJo Walker, who collectively create a powerhouse team in abilities to deliver this new concept.

E Komo Mai is also eco-minded and has partnered with select Hawaiian charitable organizations and brands to encourage sustainable living and eco-friendly travel. Activities and experiences unique to Hawaii immerse attendees in the culture and mana (“spirit“) of the islands. A full agenda of daytime, holiday-making activities are available at the festivals host hotel, The Queen Kapiolani, for those who seek to enjoy all the island has to offer.

As such, E Komo Mai is set to be a beautiful bespoke and boutique festival in one of the world’s most iconic paradise locations, with an unforgettable soundtrack and wealth of local cultural treasures to explore.

Tickets avaliable via link.

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