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CAMELPHAT brings in Massano, Adana Twins, and more to ‘Spiritual Milk’ Remix album

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The third batch of Spiritual Milk album remixes have arrived, and CAMELPHAT is back with the most extensive group of artists to date.

Bringing in a diverse group of friends, CAMELPHAT has enlisted Massano, Cristoph, Adana Twins, Layla Benitez, Arabic Piano, Samm & Ajna, and Scenarios on remix duties. Released via When Stars Align and under exclusive license to The Nations, CAMELPHAT continues to spread the melodies on Spiritual Milk.

Arguably the most anticipated remix to date, Massano has turned in a thrilling and heavy structured version of “Turning Stones”. Hit single “Breathe” collaborator, Cristoph, has added a sincere and euphoric edit upon “Hope” while up-and-coming duo Samm & Ajna have dropped their blissful and groovy rework of “Home”.

Not to be forgotten, Arabic Piano and Adana Twins have also individually remixed “Home” in their distinct and soulful renditions. Comprised of Emanuel Satie, Maga, Sean Doron, and Tim Engelhardt, the Scenarios collective have added their funky and nifty spin on the Spiritual Milk lead single, “Compute”. Last but not least, Layla Benitez has accomplished her first ever official remix on “Bloom”, which also receives it’s first rework on the album.

Listen to the tracks here.

Pixies Celebrate Third Anniversary With Fanfan & DJ Novelove

Friday 19th April will see the electronic events brand Pixies celebrate their third anniversary in one of the most unique spots in Geneva. Taking over Rooftop 42 in the centre of the city they will feature local talent Fanfan and DJ Novelove. The artists will be showcasing a mix of house, indie and disco vibes on the venue’s rooftop.

Recognized for a pop-up series of events over previous years, they have become widely known for their trademark positive vibe, select performers and social crowd that combine both local and extended audiences from across the nation, including international tourists.

Pixies is composed of three founders, all long term friends from Geneva. They initially started organizing events with big names such as Parallelle, Birds of Mind, Alan Dixon and GiZ, but wanted to go in another direction. Their current aim is to promote local artists by giving them access to content creation and visibility through well curated and promoted events, as well as organizing parties for them to engage larger crowds and gain exposure.

Pixies 3rd Anniversary

Here’s what Joaquin Jimenez, Pixies Co-Founder had to say about it:

“We want to organize events and create content with local DJs who are looking for exposure. We are working with the artists to be creative and open opportunities to grow together.”

The collective collaborate with unique venues bars, clubs and restaurant spaces to host their events, whilst actively recording the DJ sets live to create online content and further ignite their community. With a distinct objective of expanding their scene and work with DJs across other cities, whilst regularly discovering fresh and breakthrough talent is firmly positioning Pixies as one to watch.

Already making waves on a national level, they are working to ensure the world listens to what they have to offer and further seeking international collaborators for future projects. Actively inviting attendance to their events and building a vibrant online audience they are sharing their music across social media and fast becoming a promoter of note in Geneva.

Tickets available HERE!

Café Mambo Ibiza is opening its milestone 30th birthday year with a bang

Ibiza’s premier sunset spot Café Mambo is opening its milestone 30th birthday year with a bang, with sets from Grammy-nominated Chicago house legend Felix da Housecat and renowned Dutch tech-house heavyweight Ferreck Dawn ushering in a new decade in style from 6pm on Friday 19th April.

The night will also feature sets from long standing Mambo residents Jason Bye, Andy Baxter and Ryan McDermott — a fitting way to celebrate Mambo’s legacy.

Synonymous with spectacular west coast sunsets and well-known for hosting the legendary, official pre-parties for the Ibiza super clubs every night of the week including Pacha, Hï Ibiza and Amnesia, where their headline acts descend on the bar, terrace restaurant and iconic public promenade, making for legendary, intimate sets.

Embedded in Ibiza lore, global music stars have been soundtracking the Mambo sunset for the past three decades including Fatboy Slim, Carl Cox, Sasha, Digweed, Pete Tong, Judge Jules, Swedish House Mafia and Boy George and many more.

Today, Mambo is an Ibizan rite of passage, and rightly considered a modern-day Ibiza icon. With many more magical nights and fresh talent to be announced, Café Mambo is as vital and relevant to the island’s scene as ever.

Highlights from last season included pre-parties with FISHER, The Martinez Brothers and Claptone’s The Masquerade, special shows from Mel C, Robin Schulz and Jax Jones, and Capital Dance’s takeover with guests such as Fatboy Slim, Becky Hill, LF System, Mistajam, and Hannah Laing.

30 years on, their family-led ethos and unique Café Mambo spirit remains intact. With up-close-and-personal performances from the world’s best DJs and delicious food and cocktails against a backdrop of unrivalled sunsets, prepare for yet another life-affirming summer season at Café Mambo.

Andromedik strikes again with his brand-new powerful EP ‘Rise’

Andromedik strikes again… After a stellar year, the 25-year-old Belgian drum ‘n’ bass DJ & producer phenomenon has solidified his growth into the brand-new EP ‘Rise’.

The 6-track EP is an incredible body of work that summarizes Andromedik‘s rise as an artist and one of the most up-and-coming producers in the electronic music scene.

It features six straight anthems that each have done incredibly well across dancefloors worldwide, from Australia and New Zealand to Brazil and Belgium and back, all fire.

Andromedik – Rise

With more than 45 million streams last year, it’s time for Andromedik‘s long-awaited project. The center track ‘Stay‘ is a fresh fusion of electronic pop and drum ‘n’ bass – highly infectious and perfect for any mood – and reflects Andromedik’s modern sound, all whilst staying super energetic.

To celebrate the release of ‘Rise‘, Andromedik hosted two sold-out ‘Andromedik Invites‘ shows in his hometown of Antwerp on April 12 and 13, featuring a brand-new AV production.

As a cherry on top, Andromedik, will also be hosting his very own ‘Andromedik Invites‘ stage at Tomorrowland Belgium in July, while playing top-tier festival gigs across Europe all summer long. His new EP ‘Rise‘ marks the pinnacle of Andromedik’s success so far, showcasing his evolution as an artist and his drive to push the boundaries of drum & bass music.

Listen to the tracks below.

Tiësto continues his foray into Latin music with a remix of Don Omar’s ‘Danza Kuduro’

DJ legend Tiësto continues Latin music love affair with new remix of Don Omar’s ‘Danza Kuduro’, out now via Confidential.

Tiësto’s take on ‘Danza Kuduro’ elevates the 2011 smash to a whole new level with pulse-pounding, throbbing percussion and an array of electro-house production flourishes. The original, which featured reggaeton singer Lucenzo and has over 11 billion streams, is one of the most popular Latin American hits of all time, ranking #43 on Rolling Stone`s Greatest Latin Pop Songs.

Tiësto has a history of remixing Latino megahits. This latest release comes hot on the heels of another Latin Tiësto rework of ‘La Falda’, the 2023 smash hit of Puerto Rican superstar Myke Towers, while his remix for Farruko’s ‘Pepas’ currently clocks in around 80 million streams on Spotify.

Elsewhere, his rendition of Bizarrap & Quevedo’s ‘Quedate’ started a good friendship with Bizarrap, and Tiësto was also called upon for a remix of Bizarrap & Shakira’s collaboration which appears on Shakira’s new LP Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran.

Danza Kuduro – Tiesto Remix

From his underground dance floor bangers to his high-profile Las Vegas residency and crossover success, Tiësto created the blueprint that defines what it means to be a success in today’s dance music world.

Listen to the track below.

Matisse & Sadko return to Tomorrowland Music with ‘Shadows’

Progressive house brothers Matisse & Sadko are making their grand return to Tomorrowland’s imprint with their newest production titled ‘Shadows’, released on Tomorrowland Music!

Joining forces with singer/songwriter blythe, the brothers will keep you on the edge of your seat with their latest offering, fully embodying the duo’s signature style of emotive dreaming-progressive house music.

In true Matisse & Sadko fashion, ‘Shadows‘ features beautiful and blissful vocals, a stunning melody and is set to feature heavily in their upcoming summer sets – there is no doubt the future looks bright for the brothers…

Matisse & Sadko have solidified their position as some of the most exciting and innovative producers in the electronic dance music scene, already returning to Tomorrowland‘s imprint for their fifth release after ‘Relight My Love‘, ‘Feeling‘, ‘Lefka‘ and ‘Promise You‘.

Here’s what blythe had to say about the collaboration:

“As soon as I heard the strings on this beautiful track I was in! I’m a sucker for big emotion and strings so the idea of collaborating on this was a dream and a pleasure. I loved the idea of how memories might linger in the places we find joy, and how joy requires a sense of safety which for some is found in the shadows not the open. The image of someone I love dancing in unlikely half-seen places was playing a lot in my mind as I wrote and recorded it.”

Listen to the track below.

Dom Dolla confirms his biggest headline European show of 2024 at Ushuaïa Ibiza

Dom Dolla will play his biggest headline European show of the year at Ushuaïa Ibiza on Sunday 14th July. The influential Australian producer and DJ has had a meteoric rise, finding a huge global audience for his unique brand of electronic music.

Dom Dolla‘s 2024 is off to a spectacular start with the electronic music innovator picking up a Grammy Award nomination for his remix of Gorillaz – “New Gold”, featuring Tame Impala and Bootie Brown. That followed another major hit, “Eat Your Man” featuring Nelly Furtado, and “Rhyme Dust“, a huge collaboration with legendary house producer MK and one of the most celebrated tracks of 2023. These join his already impressive back catalogue of multiple Platinum and Gold certified records.

This summer, for one night only, the prolific producer, songwriter and DJ will command Ushuaïa Ibiza‘s iconic poolside stage. Dom Dolla brings his headline show to Ushuaïa Ibiza, complete with trailblazing production and an unrivalled festival atmosphere.

Ushuaia Ibiza

With awe-inspiring production and exceptional performances from superstar DJs, Ushuaïa Ibiza is a musical wonderland without limits. This year, the world-leading open-air entertainment experience welcomes the biggest artists and club brands on the planet.

The opening party takes place on Saturday 27th April. Tickets available HERE.

DJ Snake Unveils Explosive New Single “Big Bang” With Crankdat

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Globally renowned French DJ and multi-platinum producer DJ Snake links with Crankdat for the pulsating new track “Big Bang.”

Boasting colossal builds, whiplash-inducing synths and dramatic drops, “Big Bang” kicks off with a slow build composed of percussion, organ, and throwback loops. Soon, the slick electronic production reaches the first drop, treating fans to a dubstep breakdown peppered with dissonant, shrieking synths.

Today’s record, and more new music on the way soon, is just another example of DJ Snake‘s ability to seamlessly blend genres and sounds across his increasingly impressive discography.

Big Bang” is the first new single from Snake since dropping the joyous thumper “West Side Story” last summer. It was preceded by the world music-inspired “Guddi Riddim” featuring the Nooran Sisters.

Dj Snake “Big Bang”

The song was a viral sensation even before its release after a live performance in India spread far and wide online. It was preceded by the sensual “Nightbird,” “Deep,” a bass-heavy collaboration with Malaa and Yung Felix, and “Power (Remember Who You Are)” with Spinall, Summer Walker, and Äyanna.

With “Big Bang,” DJ Snake and Crankdat craft a grinding, sonic call-to-arms that is sure to be a highlight of the Frenchman’s hotly anticipated Coachella set when he returns to the Indio desert this weekend.

Listen to the track below.

Black Coffee Set to Headline the Jaw-Dropping Galaxy Stage at Untold Festival 2024

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The hard-working organizers of the world-renowned UNTOLD Festival are ramping up the excitement for this year’s event in Cluj-Napoca, Romania by adding superstar DJ and producer Black Coffee to the lineup at the Galaxy stage.

Known as the hub of house and techno at UNTOLD, the Galaxy stage is set to feature an extraordinary lineup this summer, including Carl Cox‘s Hybrid Live Show, Solomun, and Fisher.

Meanwhile, the main stage will be graced by Swedish House Mafia, Martin Garrix, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Alok, Lost Frequencies, Purple Disco Machine, Timmy Trumpet, the soulful vocals of Sam Smith, and the legendary Lenny Kravitz.

The UNTOLD Festival is scheduled to open its doors from August 8th to 11th, welcoming over 250 top artists, DJs, producers, dancers, acrobats, magicians, and hundreds of thousands of fans from around the globe to the enchanting city of Cluj-Napoca.

 

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Renowned for his exceptional talent and innovative approach to electronic music, Black Coffee has earned widespread acclaim in the underground scene. With residencies at some of the world’s biggest clubs and electrifying festival performances, he has solidified his position on the international stage.

Notably, he made history as the first South African artist to sell out Madison Square Garden and earned a Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Music Album for “Subconsciously“. Recently, he has ventured into music production for global icons like Drake and has taken on the role of Executive Producer for the film “God is a DJ” by filmmaker Hicham Hajji.

Black Coffee will be joining techno heavyweights Carl Cox‘s Hybrid Live Show, Fisher, and Solomun on the Galaxy stage, with more exciting names yet to be announced.

UNTOLD Galaxy stage

The UNTOLD Festival boasts eight stages and numerous musical attractions spread across its 235,000 square meters venue. Stay tuned for further announcements regarding new artists and activities in May.

For the first time ever, fans can experience a VIP backstage pass for the Galaxy stage, offering an exclusive opportunity to get up close and personal with their favorite house and techno DJs and producers. The VIP Galaxy Backstage Pass is available on the official website.

Mark your calendars for the ninth edition of the UNTOLD Festival, taking place from August 8th to 11th in the heart of Transylvania, Cluj-Napoca. Tickets and accommodations can be secured HERE.

Boris Brejcha at the Galaxy stage

Hï Ibiza Unveils Epic 2024 Closing Party Featuring Keinemusik

Influential underground label and artist collective Keinemusik are to take over the entirety of Hï Ibiza for the venue’s always unmissable closing party on 12 October.

With more than 120 events scheduled this summer, including the Official Opening Party on Saturday 27 April, this will be Hï Ibiza‘s longest and biggest season to date. The now legendary multi-room venue is set to present a peerless weekly rotation of the electronic scene’s most in-demand talents, including Black Coffee, Damian Lazarus, David Guetta, Eric Prydz, FISHER, Glitterbox, James Hype, Meduza, Paco Osuna, Patrick Topping, Tale Of Us Present Afterlife, The Martinez Brothers and Vintage Culture.

To bring the 2024 season to it’s grand finale, Hï Ibiza‘s official closing party will see the Keinemusik crew curating music across the entire venue at the World’s #1 Club, as they are joined by a selection of genre-leading artists for what is set to be one of the biggest draws of the season.

The Berlin trio of &ME, Adam Port and Rampa are known for setting the agenda for underground electronic music with their innovative DJ sets, label releases and productions. Their distinctive style, coupled with their wide-ranging influences, has seen the pioneering collective captivate dancefloors all around the world, building an ever-growing global community of followers.

Keinemusik‘s long-standing relationship with Hï Ibiza has also seen them perform at some of the venue’s standout parties, including last year’s unforgettable Black Coffee closing party, where they served up another scintillating set. This year, they have been given full curatorial control of Hï Ibiza‘s annual closing party and will program a cultured section of sounds across all three dancefloors, namely the Theatre, Club Room, and Wild Corner.

This multi-room experience will offer a deep dive into all aspects of Keinemusik‘s musical DNA and allow dancers a unique and unrivalled journey through their sound. When paired with the club’s famously technologically advanced and peerless production, there will be no finer place to close out the 2024 season than with Keinemusik at Hï Ibiza.

Hï Ibiza‘s closing party is always one of the hottest tickets in the calendar and tickets are expected to fly for this highly-anticipated party.

Discover more and book tickets HERE.

HÏ IBIZA 2024 – KEY DATES & RESIDENCIES
Saturday 27th April: Hï Ibiza Opening Party
Mondays 24 Jun – 9 Sep:  Eric Prydz presents [CELL]  | Patrick Topping
Tuesdays 18 Jun – 24 Sep:  The Martinez Brothers | Paco Osuna Presents Now Here
Wednesdays 5 Jun – 25 Sep:  FISHER | Vintage Culture
Thursdays 27 Jun – 22 Aug:  Tale Of Us Present Afterlife
Fridays 7 Jun – 4 Oct David Guetta Presents Future Rave | Meduza & James Hype
Saturdays 18 May – 5 Oct:  Black Coffee  | Damian Lazarus
Sundays 5 May – 6 Oct:  Glitterbox
Saturday 12 October: Hï Ibiza Closing Party with Keinemusik

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