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KhoMha completes four-star ‘Elementos EP’ with ‘Tierra’!

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On the back of the three previous juggernauts of his ‘Elementos EP’, Colombian power Trance king KhoMha has emerged with the final part of the speaker-busting offering.

Harboring the forces of nature as well as its peerlessly destructive power, ‘Tierra‘ has been a crowd favorite since its premiere at A State Of Trance 850 Utrecht and will have Trance fans bow before its might sooner rather than later as the masses at Ultra Music Festival in Miami have already done.

Like an earth-cracking tremor of a KhoMha magnitude, ‘Tierra‘ is a deeply rooted anthem any dance music lover can rely on. Marks a patch of solid ground many a Trance fan can call home, this record rises as a devastating festival highlight and one of the remarkably tempestuous trump cards of Armin van Buuren‘sA State Of Trance 2018‘ mix album in one.

Since joining the Armada Music roster in mid-2016, KhoMha has seen his high-powered productions wreck stages across the world, from Tomorrowland and Ultra to Global Gathering, A State Of Trance and back. With none other than Armin van Buuren as his number-one supporter and smorgasbord of thumping releases still to come, KhoMha is rightfully regarded as one of the heirs to the Trance empire.

Listen to the track here.

Martin Garrix and Loopers release the highly anticipated single ‘Game Over’!

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Martin Garrix

Dutch superstar DJ and producer, Martin Garrix has Loopers joining the STMPD RCRDS fold for the release of their brand new track ‘Game Over’, out now on all digital service providers.

‘Game Over’ was premiered by Garrix during Tomorrowland festival last year and ever since then fans have been clamouring at him to release it.

It’s an absolute riot of a track, with distorted bass hits doing battle with dramatic piano chords, old skool ‘hoover’ synths and manic riffs aplenty. As ever with Garrix productions, it’s bursting with ideas and clever production tricks, and Loopers makes for an inspiring pairing. The release is accompanied by a music video.

For Loopers ‘Game Over’ follows fresh from a collaboration with Steve Aoki and for Garrix the track follows on from his collab with David Guetta and Brooks, ‘Like I Do’, which could be heard blasting out of the speakers at Ultra Music Festival on many occasions over the course of the weekend. Currently touring around the United States, he also plays the huge Omnia Ball in Indonesia on April 28 before heading to EDC China on April 30.

Listen to the track below!

Armin Van Buuren drops music video for his latest hit ‘Therapy’ Ft. James Newman

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Off the back of several super-catchy singles such as ‘I Need You’ and ‘Sunny Days’ plus the funk-infused’Sex, Love & Water’, Dutch superstar DJ and producer, Armin van Buuren just added another summer-tinged song to his repertoire.

Today, the five-time #1 DJ in the world released his next seminal single ‘Therapy’ ­– made in tandem with James Newman ­– as well as the song’s stunning music video.

Musicwise, ‘Therapy’ sees Armin van Buuren and James Newman nail every bit of that irresistible summer vibe. Showing off its addictiveness through the smooth vocals, romantic lyrics and uplifting chords, it is a song that sticks and one that will embellish the airwaves every time the sun starts shining.

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The official music video of ‘Therapy’ pertains to a cheeky little story of Armin van Buuren himself about his high-school crush, whom he had once fallen head over heels in love with.

Combined with the shimmering beauty of Moroccan city Marrakesh through innumerable breathtaking shots, it made for an amazing music video many fans will undoubtedly be able to relate to.

Listen to the track here.

Watch the official music video for Therapy below.

BREAKING: Coachella Faces Threatening 90 Mph Winds!

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Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is getting ready to kick off weekend 2 with much excitement after it’s launch last weekend. As the masses of sorority girls and Indian headdresses headed to Indio they were informed that Coachella campgrounds were not open due to unsafe wind conditions.

The Do Lab tent was in shambles after reported 90 mph winds tore apart it’s canvas exterior.

While there is no word on what they are doing to fix the issues I’m sure that they will have it up and running in time for opening sets.

Check out the warning and pictures below.

Tomorrowland Festival launches Music and Arts School in Nepal!

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A unique collaboration between world’s best electronic dance music festival, Tomorrowland, its Love Tomorrow Foundation, and the Belgian NGO CUNINA, has resulted in the opening of the very first ‘Love Tomorrow Music and Arts school’ in the small village of Nepalese Himalaya in Nepal.

The school was festively opened on April 16th by Sophie Vangheel, founder of CUNINA and Belgian EDM superstar, Lost Frequencies who were there to represent the global fest and the People of Tomorrow.

DJ and producer, Lost Frequencies released the following statement regarding the event:

“I FIRST CAME INTO CONTACT WITH THE LOVE TOMORROW FOUNDATION AND THEIR PLANS TO BUILD A MUSIC SCHOOL IN NEPAL AT TOMORROWLAND 2016. I WAS INSTANTLY ENTHUSIASTIC ABOUT THE PROJECT. THAT’S WHY I WAS VERY HAPPY THAT THEY ASKED ME TO TRAVEL TO NEPAL WITH THEM TO OFFICIALLY OPEN THE SCHOOL ON BEHALF OF TOMORROWLAND AND ALL PEOPLE OF TOMORROW.

MY PERSONAL STORY ALIGNS PERFECTLY WITH THIS PROJECT. AT HOME, I WAS GIVEN EVERY OPPORTUNITY AND THAT INCLUDED TIME AND SPACE FOR CREATIVITY. I CHOSE TO EXPRESS THIS IN MAKING MUSIC AND LEARNING TO PLAY INSTRUMENTS. WITHOUT THOSE OPPORTUNITIES, I WOULD NEVER HAVE BECOME A MUSICIAN/DJ. THAT’S WHY I THINK IT’S FANTASTIC THAT THE CHILDREN HERE IN SEKHA CAN NOW HAVE THAT OPPORTUNITY AS WELL!”

Over 300 children are expected to enroll in the education institution, which covers over 400 m2 and is integrated with the CUNINA boarding school building. All sponsored to attend will receive music lessons for both classical and traditional Nepal instruments.

The Love Tomorrow organization currently has plans to create more music schools over the next few years. You can find out more about the cause and ways to contribute here!

Check out the video below!

“Above & Beyond Acoustic – Giving Up The Day Job” documentary is out now!

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Above & Beyond

Above & Beyond’s unprecedented dual feature film package of the documentary “Above & Beyond Acoustic: Giving Up the Day Job” with the accompanying full-length concert film (included in the iTunes Extras), is exclusively available now via iTunes.

“Above & Beyond Acoustic: Giving Up The Day Job” follows the group’s unlikely journey from the DJ booth to the Hollywood Bowl, from the initial re-imagining of songs at Abbey Road Studios, through to their presentation at iconic global venues such as London’s Royal Albert Hall, the Sydney Opera House and finally the Hollywood Bowl.

With a travelling party of 17 musicians plus a 34-piece orchestra in LA, the new film is an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s biggest dance acts as they risk it all to go acoustic.

“Above & Beyond Acoustic: Giving Up the Day Job” was directed by award-winning directors Paul Dugdale and Myles Desenberg. Paul Dugdale with Scheme Engine (Ed Sheeran: Jumpers For Goalposts, The Rolling Stones Olé, Olé, Olé!: A Trip Across Latin America) directed the live concert at The Hollywood Bowl, and Myles Desenberg of BAFTA-nominated production company Archer’s Mark, directed the tour documentary.

Over the past few years, Abramorama has emerged as the go-to distributor for music-driven documentaries, working with the Beatles, Green Day, Neil Young, and Pearl Jam among others, as well as with Apple Music, Atlantic Records, Concord Bicycle Music, Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group. Abramorama worked closely with Distribber on the delivery and placement of “Above & Beyond Acoustic: Giving Up The Day Job” on iTunes, with the films available in 75 countries and the documentary available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German and Japanese.

Check out the full feature film package via iTunes here.

Watch “Good For Me feat. Zoë Johnston (Live At The Hollywood Bowl)” below.

Moonrise festival drops Phase One of 2018 lineup!

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Baltimore, MD’s annual Moonrise Festival have released their official line-up for 2018!

Included in the 2018 roster are headliners such as Diplo, Marshmello, NGHTMRE, Zeds Dead, and Kaskade. Also listed on the lineup are artists Griz, Illenium, Vince Staples, and Phantogram.

This year’s Moonrise Festival is promising to be the city’s best EDM event yet, with this being one of the largest line-ups the festival has ever presented. Moonrise has been a mainstay in the east coast festival scene since 2014, and both returning and new attendees won’t want to miss out on this incredible two day event!

Check out the full lineup below!

Moonrise Festival is scheduled to be held from August 11th-12th at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, MD. Passes are on sale now!

Insomniac Reveals New VIP Amenities for EDC Las Vegas 2018!

VIP Headliners will get to Explore, Engage, Energize and Enjoy with a variety of special amenities available only with the purchase of a VIP ticket. Special features include dedicated dance areas at seven stages, a fast pass for carnival rides, VIP ball pits, oxygen bars, body painting and more.

VIP Headliners will celebrate three days Under the Electric Sky May 18 – 20 with an elevated experience at North America’s largest and most anticipated dance music festival, EDC Las Vegas, with a variety of exclusive offerings.

Fans from around the world will explore new viewing areas, engage in exciting activities, energize to keep dancing all night long, and enjoy exclusive amenities to create the ultimate festival experience.

For the first time in EDC Las Vegas history, kineticFIELD will host a splash pool complete with floaties and lifeguards to keep fans cool and safe. The Gypsy Shrine will also adorn Headliners with their famous glitter and jewel bar to create custom, electrifying looks.

Full VIP areas will allow VIP Headliners the best vantage points at four of EDC Las Vegas’ stages, including kineticFIELD, circuitGROUNDS, neonGARDEN and quantumVALLEY which will feature a variety of food options, activations and fully-stocked bars.

In addition, dedicated VIP dance areas will be available at cosmicMEADOW as in years past, as well as bassPOD and wasteLAND – which is new to the festival this year. neonGARDEN and quantumVALLEY will both have dedicated VIP entrances, allowing the best vantage point for trance, house and techno fans to see their favorite artists.

Additional VIP amenities include:

  • Complimentary Beats & Breakfast at kineticFIELD every morning from 4 to 5:30 a.m.
  • Charging Stations
  • Complimentary Hookah Lounge at neonGARDEN
  • VIP mobile charging lockers available for 1, 2 or 3-day rental at circuitGROUNDS and
  • quantumVALLEY
  • Dedicated VIP Festival Entrance
  • Dedicated Gourmet Food Trucks
  • EDC Unity Wall – share your message of love
  • Dedicated VIP fast-pass lanes for various carnival rides located in GA
  • Giant Jenga, Pool Table, Ping-Pong, Connect Four, Chess and more
  • Kandi Making Station
  • Complimentary Oxygen Bar
  • The Gypsy Shrine – Complimentary Beauty Bar
  • VIP Ball Pit at kineticFIELD
  • Water Refill Stations

For a full list of VIP amenities and to purchase VIP tickets via link.

Ibiza’s most iconic club Pacha returns for 2018 after re-design; the first in over 40 years

Pacha Ibiza is back with 6 opening parties over 3 weekends featuring headliners: Hot Since 82, Sven Väth, Seth Troxler, Dixon, Fatboy Slim and Solomun each ALL NIGHT LONG.

In 1973 Pacha landed in Ibiza during the much documented hippie movement- a small Ibizan finca located on the outskirts of the island’s original urban core and capital Ibiza Town. From a converted farmhouse to super club, Pacha humbly began life as the disco that soon became Ibiza’s most recognised and iconic club – a true dance music mecca and beacon of global bohemia.

Since the original boom of dance music in the mid 1980’s and transformation of the island into the ultimate clubbing destination it is known for today – Pacha’s brand has evolved immensely and embraced longevity with unrelenting passion. While the iconic red cherries can be seen around the world through hotels, restaurants and even its own record label, it is undoubtedly at its finest in its spiritual home of Ibiza.

Closing for the first time in decades this past winter to remodel, Pacha will pull down the curtain and reopen its doors on Friday May 4th. After months of suspense, a total of 6 opening parties are to be held during the first 3 weekends of May under the concept: All night long featuring headliners: Hot Since 82, Sven Väth, Seth Troxler, Dixon, Fatboy Slim and Solomun.

The many corridors, courtyards and dancefloors that make up one of the worlds most iconic clubbing complexes, complete with whitewashed walls and palm trees, have always referenced back to its routes as an Ibiza finca. As the 2018 season awaits, Pacha would like to dedicate this new era, above all, to the residents of the island. On May 4th, 5h, 11th, 12th and 18th the entrance will be free for them until 2:30AM. (With valid ID or residence certificate)

Pacha Ibiza’s redesign seeks to capture the excitement and experience between clubber and DJ; modifications including bringing the DJ booth to the dance-floor, simple in practice yet monumental in feel.

With the help of celebrated and awarded architect Juli Capella, the historic venue’s spaces, passageways and bar areas have been redesigned to operate smoother, while retaining the structures original opulent grandeur with a new sensitivity to the values of eco-design and sustainability. The clubs welcoming interior tone has been also restored with luminous Mediterranean colors, and other physical works, inspired by some of the most simple forms of the Ibizan constructions.

Most notably, the barrier of the clubs original elevated DJ booth has been overcome with a new position, now located in the middle of the dance floor. While this layout was presented during the Sunday residence of Solomun+1 last year, it is now a permanent change.

The architect Capella commented that “centering the cabin is the most natural way for the public and DJ to feel the greatest connection.”

During the first 3 weekends of May, in the company of Hot Since 82, Sven Väth, Seth Troxler, Dixon, Fatboy Slim and Solomun, Pacha invites you to experience the real essence and authenticity of Ibiza.

Pacha opens Friday, May 4th with Hot Since 82 all night long.

Hï Ibiza announces new acts for Cream Ibiza 2018!

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Cream Ibiza moves to its shiny new home at Hï Ibiza this summer and having already confirmed three electronic music heavyweights, namely Diplo, Hardwell and Steve Angello, as party regulars, the esteemed club brand can now reveal the next wave of big-name acts set to join them.

Many of the world’s biggest DJs are confirmed to play each and every Sunday from 24th June – 23rd September including performances from Afrojack, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Don Diablo, MK, NERVO and more in the Theatre, along with Jonas Blue hosting the Club room with his Electronic Nature concept each and every Sunday.

As the island’s longest running UK club night, Cream continues to be a must-visit party in Ibiza each year, with 2018 already looking set to continue the trend. Throughout the summer, Hï Ibiza will play host to Cream’s ongoing reputation for delivering some of the biggest names in dance music, mind-blowing production, a devoted crowd, and an unbeatable atmosphere.

Hï Ibiza’s Theatre will play host to regular chart topper and big room legend Afrojack, along with Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, two acts that never fail to serve up explosive sets with plenty of huge vocals and crowd participation. House hero MK also stars. A prolific producer, as well as working alongside chart-topping acts like Rihanna and Jay Z, he’s produced some of house music’s most recognisable grooves.

Dynamic Dutchman Don Diablo also joins the bill, along with French selector Kungs and effervescent Australian twins NERVO. They’ll be joined by two artists that are no stranger to the Theatre, Dutch DJ / Producer du jour Oliver Heldens and German producer Robin Schulz. Rounding out the first wave of acts for the Theatre, it’s a Hï Ibiza debut for Belgian duo Wolfpack who continue to go from strength-to-strength as they maintain their meteoric rise to the top.

Meanwhile, taking things in a slightly different direction over in the Club is British hit-maker Jonas Blue, who hosts Hï Ibiza’s second room throughout the season with his Electronic Nature concept. He’ll be joined every week by a hand-picked selection of special guests set to bring forward-thinking tech-house sounds to the Club and delivering an alternative musical flavour to the Theatre, including Love Story Recordings label head Carly Foxx, Grammy award-winning American DJ CID, Deepend, Dutch DJ-Producer Jack Wins, House jock Jerome Price, M22, Capital FM selector Marvin Humes and Throttle, with lots more acts still to be announced.

With such an impressive roster of guest acts, not to mention Cream Ibiza’s long-established residents Anthony Probyn, Gareth Wyn, Andy Mac and Sean Hughes, plus Hï Ibiza’s world-class soundsystem and mesmerising production, the 2018 Cream Ibiza season is shaping up nicely. For the complete week-by-week line-ups visit the Hï Ibiza website, and be sure to keep an eye out for more news coming soon.

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