Those who've adopted Day Trip's mantra, "house music all day long," are in luck after Insomniac announced a stellar lineup for the festival's return in 2024. The sun-kissed fest is returning to the scenic waterfront of Long Beach's Queen Mary from June 22-23, and it's bringing along a slew of artists at the vanguard of today's techno and house music scenes. Heading to SoCal this summer are Kaskade, Cloonee, Boys Noize, Armand Van Helden, Mau P, Loco Dice, Lilly Palmer, Seth Troxler, MK b2b Green Velvet and Nicole Moudaber b2b Paco Osuna, among others. The lineup also features EDM.com Clas ..read more

For the idealistic minds behind the producers of music festivals, one question often gnaws like a spider in the brain: can a stage be more than just a platform? For Heather Shaw, it's a resounding "yes." Shaw is the designer of Coachella's brand-new Quasar stage, which propelled electronic dance music as one of the iconic festival's biggest draws in a year teeming with unforgettable rave moments. As the founder and CEO of Vita Motus Design Studio, Shaw has executed phantasmagoric stages for EDC, Electric Forest and Lightning in a Bottle, among other major festivals. She also made history in 20 ..read more

What can be said about Coachella that hasn't already been echoed across the sands of the Indio desert? Perhaps only that each year, the festival rewrites its own legend. 2024 adding yet another vibrant chapter to its illustrious saga. As the desert winds carried whispers of past triumphs, this year's festival carved out its own memorable moments, especially within the realm of electronic dance music. From groundbreaking performances to unexpected collaborations, the top dance music moments that defined Coachella's 2024 season not only captured the imagination but also solidified its ..read more

Looking to bridge the gap between the magic of music creation and the functionality of mobile gaming, SummerTones has introduced the innovative EASYPLAY 1s, a sleek and portable MIDI keyboard. EASYPLAY 1s emerges as a game-changer in the world of music production, offering a handheld, portable solution for both beginners and experienced musicians alike. Sporting a compact 5x3 matrix keyboard with 25 keys, the device allows users to effortlessly experiment with melodies in a way that’s reminiscent of playing a game. One of the standout features of EASYPLAY 1s is its versatility. The innova ..read more

Above & Beyond's record labels are giving back to Mother Nature in honor of this year's Earth Day. Anjunadeep, Anjunabeats and Reflections have each gathered over 20 tracks from their artists and compiled them into a trio of new mixes to celebrate Earth Day. Each song either samples or is inspired by biomusic comprising real, organic sounds of our planet. Featured in the mixes are Anjuna regulars like Above & Beyond, Arty, Gabriel & Dresden, Yotto, Luttrell, Eli & Fur and many more. As royalties from the Earth Day 2024 compilations are collected, the three labels and its artist ..read more

It's springtime in the Coachella Valley, which means just about everywhere you look there's a pool party brimming with 20-somethings sipping on mojitos while deep house echoes from the speakers to the desert sky.  Bearing that in mind, when Goldenvoice announced another Coachella-centered pool event, the four-day spectacle seemed excessive for the saturated market. Even with a roster of top-tier electronic tastemakers, the Goldenvoice Surf Club had to elevate and execute its amenities to stand out from the crowd. And they did. Having been gifted the honor of hosting their soiree at the in ..read more

Kygo is getting ready to hit the road for a world tour, his first in six years. The Norwegian dance music superstar will soon take his live show across North America and Europe for his eponymous "Kygo World Tour." The performance will feature "Kygo's signature piano, as well as strings, singers and drummers," according to a press release. Joining him on his international romp are special guests Gryffin, SOFI TUKKER, Sam Feldt, Zara Larsson, Klangkarussell, Hayla, Victoria Nadine and Vandelux. They will take on a plethora of major arenas and amphitheaters, like The Hollywood Bowl in L ..read more

Kygo is getting ready to hit the road for a world tour, his first in six years. The Norwegian dance music superstar will soon take his live show across North America and Europe for his eponymous "Kygo World Tour." The performance will feature "Kygo's signature piano, as well as strings, singers and drummers," according to a press release. Joining him on his international romp are special guests Gryffin, SOFI TUKKER, Sam Feldt, Zara Larsson, Klangkarussell, Hayla, Victoria Nadine and Vandelux. They will take on a plethora of major arenas and amphitheaters, like The Hollywood Bowl in L ..read more

The steady stream of new Marshmello music isn't over.  The masked, chart-topping producer has stormed into 2024 with several bass-forward singles, staying especially attuned to his bass music roots in recent times. Based on his latest comments on social media, Marshmello is telling fans there's certainly more where that came from. "Riddim ep coming very soon btw," he posted on X. "Maybe next week if you ask nicely." Riddim ep coming very soon btw…maybe next week if you ask nicely — marshmello (@marshmello) April 18, 2024 The news follows Mello's recent release of Mellodeath Tapes Vol. 1 ..read more

After a tumultuous year marred by a battle with cancer, Michael Bibi's return to the stage at Coachella 2024 was a celebration of life, music and resilience.  The influential DJ and house music producer, who in 2023 faced a rare form of brain and spinal cancer, graced the stage with a set that encapsulated more than just his raw skills on the decks. It was a profound emotional journey shared with thousands of adoring fans. Nearly a year ago, Bibi received a daunting prognosis, casting shadows over his career. However, his surprise performance in Ibiza during a break in his cancer treatmen ..read more