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Telepathic Instruments, the music tech startup co-founded by Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker, is offering attendees of the world’s leading electronic music summit the chance to get hands-on with Orchid, the innovative synthesizer he conceived over a decade ago. Running October 22-26 during this year’s Amsterdam Dance Event, the pop-up at Filling Pieces marks a significant milestone for the instrument, which has already sold out twice since its initial limited releases. Following its global launch

Ticketmaster has revealed a series of new measures to curb ticket scalping amid a lawsuit from the Federal Trade Commission accusing the ticketing giant of colluding with resellers to artificially inflate prices. In a letter to U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Ben Ray Luján obtained by Forbes, Live Nation executive vice president Daniel M. Wall outlined steps to “increase the percentage of tickets going to real fans.” The company said it would limit brokers to one verified account using So

Spotify is testing a new feature that would allow users to discover music through every credited artist who made it, from songwriters and vocalists to producers and engineers, TechCrunch reports. Discovered within the app’s code by reverse engineer Jane Manchun Wong, “SongDNA” appears to create a visual, credit-based web of connections between musical collaborators. Screenshots shared by Wong show how users could tap into an artist’s credits to uncover other projects they’ve worked on, surfa

Tiësto is set to perform at the Great Pyramids of Giza, the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the World, this winter, headlining a concert at the site on December 19th. Presented by P+US, the event continues a streak of high-profile electronic performances at the Egyptian landmark following Anyma’s October 10th headline and past appearances from Carl Cox and Keinemusik, among others. The event also falls within a wave of winter programming that includes a headlining performance from South Afric

For decades, the dancefloor has been a sacred space, an arena where the music pulses through your veins, kaleidoscopic lights twist in your vision and the crowd moves as one. But as the day turns to night, keeping up for a full night of dancing can become challenging. Enter Dirty Twirl, an innovate seating product designed for ravers who don’t want to sacrifice the experience of being in the thick of the crowd. “One misconception people have about Dirty Twirl is that it is for aging rave

Seven Lions is officially heading back to the Red Rocks Amphitheatre after announcing another installment of his prized “Higher Love” series. Scheduled for May 22nd, 2026, the show comes after four consecutive sellouts at the iconic Colorado open-air venue. Red Rocks has become a rite of passage for electronic artists, and five headlining shows puts the influential producer in rare company. His “Higher Love” events have become pilgrimage moments for fans, offering something closer to a t

Each October, the Dutch capital transforms from a postcard-perfect canal city into the nerve center of global electronic music culture for the Amsterdam Dance Event. And 2025 is shaping up to be the biggest edition in the summit’s history. Returning October 22-26, ADE will showcase over 3,300 artists across 1,200 events, marking an all-time high for the world’s preeminent electronic music summit. Think of it as the world’s biggest conversation between the people who make EDM, the people who

Max Styler has been named the top music producer on 1001Tracklists’ “Top 101 Producers of 2025” list, a milestone that reflects both his incredible reach and sustained support from his peers. A member of the EDM.com Class of 2025, Styler finds himself among a rare cohort of producers defining what success in dance music looks like, not only in terms of reach, but in terms of influence. The annual ranking, based entirely on which artists’ tracks were most played by DJs in verified live sets,

The tug-of-war between technological innovation and artist protection in the age of AI may have found its frontline after Spotify announced a partnership with major record labels to develop what the company calls “responsible” AI music tools. The agreement with Universal Music Group, Sony Music Group, Warner Music Group, Merlin and Believe outlines four guiding principles, according to Spotify. All AI products developed through this initiative will be licensed in advance, participation will

Few names have left a bigger fingerprint on electronic music’s modern era than Roger de Graaf, the co-founder and former CEO of Spinnin’ Records. Now, just a year after stepping away from the label he helped turn into an EDM powerhouse, he’s plotting his second act. The Dutch exec has unveiled Fluent Music Group, a new Amsterdam-based talent ecosystem. Forged alongside former Spinnin’ colleague and marketing executive Robert Tammens, Fluent is built on a hybrid model that will encompass reco

ISOxo and Knock2 outdid themselves with the inaugural year of niteharts festival at Snapdragon Stadium in their hometown of San Diego. Check out highlights from Dancing Astronaut’s coverage of niteharts 2025 below. Featured image: Eric Dew The post ISOxo and Knock2 deliver triumphant debut of niteharts festival in their hometown of San Diego appeared first on Dancing Astronaut. View the full article

Better Together has unveiled their full lineup for its 2025 edition. Previously announced headliners Dom Dolla and ODESZA will now be joined by Duke Dumont, MK, Jungle (DJ Set), and more at Steele Indian School Park in downtown Phoenix on November 22 and 23. Quickly rising to prominence as one of Arizona’s premiere festivals, Better Together is produced by Relentless Beats – the team behind Decadence, Goldrush, and more. Last month’s headliner announcement turned heads, and the newly reveale

New music highlights from Dancing Astronaut’s Artists to Watch in 2025 SHOUSE – Sunrise (Henri Bergmann remix) Henri Bergmann delivers a stunning new remix of SHOUSE’s “Sunrise,” out now via Hell Beach/Onelove. Reimagining the Australian-New Zealand duo’s latest single through her melodic lens, Bergmann transforms the track into a progressive and euphoric journey. The remix has already become a standout moment in her recent performances at Brunch Barcelona and Zamna Tenerife, where it dr

As Ibiza’s 2025 season came to a close this past weekend, Pacha Ibiza once again reaffirmed its status as the heartbeat of the White Isle. After another standout summer with closing sets from RÜFÜS DU SOL, Sonny Fodera, CamelPhat, Mau P, Defected, and Music On, we wanted to look back at the defining elements that made the 2025 season unforgettable. 1. Sundays with Solomun stole the show Sundays remained sacred thanks to Solomun, whose marathon sessions transformed each week into one of the i

Pacha’s ICONS series makes its way back to Playa Pacha at the FIVE LUXE JBR this October, bringing back its signature open-air celebration of global dance music. Carl Cox will kick off the new season on October 17, followed by Marco Carola, BLOND:ISH, PAWSA, HUGEL, and Peggy Gou before year’s end. Following an unforgettable run in 2024, Pacha ICONS continues to raise the bar with another season of world-class talent. Hosted at Playa Pacha, Dubai’s premier beachfront destination, the event ch

New music highlights from Dancing Astronaut’s Artists to Watch in 2025 Dreya V – On The Record Dreya V‘s newest single, “On The Record,” is out now via Three Six Zero Recordings. “This record felt like it wrote itself,” she shared. “It’s been goin’ off in my sets.” Her latest original follows June’s “Up Front” on Gorgon City’s Realm Records, which has earned massive support from DJs like Chris Lake, Vintage Culture, GENESI and more. – Zach Salafia Jackie Hollander – You Go I Go

Ahead of their closing party at Pacha Ibiza on October 7, CamelPhat have uploaded a nearly two-hour Live from a Yacht in Ibiza set on their YouTube. The set’s tracklist matches the energy of the sun setting over the Balearic Sea and features music from the likes of Adam Ten & Rafael, Ayybo, CamelPhat themselves and – naturally – a few unreleased tunes as well. CamelPhat were a part of the most stacked residency lineup in Pacha’s esteemed history this past summer, with shows weekly on Tue

New music highlights from Dancing Astronaut’s Artists to Watch in 2025 Ugo Banchi – Dance With Ibiza (Linksa Remix) Back in May, Linska was sidestage at EDC Las Vegas when she heard a familiar track begin to mix in during Tiësto’s set. And that track was none other than her then-unreleased reimagining of Ugo Ibanchi’s “Dance With Ibiza,” with it subsequently finding its way into tracklists from Gorgon City — who technically debuted it just a few days earlier — Dom Dolla, Adam Beyer, and

Pacha is set to wrap up another massive season in Ibiza with a stacked run of closing parties. 2025 marked the club’s strongest ever lineup of residencies, once again delivered an authentic White Isle experience with a world-class lineup spanning house, techno, and everything in between – even a dose of dubstep courtesy of none other than Shaq, aka DJ Diesel. Highlights from the closing party run include Solomun’s +1 residency, featuring a special ‘all-night-long’ set from the man himself (O

On October 5th, Pyramid will close its eighth season in Ibiza with a night that promises to be a unique and unforgettable experience. From 11 PM until sunrise, the Closing Party will feature a legendary lineup of DJs, including DJ Tennis, Ricardo Villalobos, Adiel, and Ben Sims, alongside Germano Ventura, Sweely, and Pyramid’s summer residents. The night is highlighted by Villalobos’ return to the Terrace with an exclusive B3B with Raresh and Francesco Cinelli. At the same time, Adiel joins forc

Sterling Angel returns with his latest single, ‘World Is Mine,’ a track that amplifies his signature blend of dark Trance energy, industrial grit, and emotionally charged textures. Following the release of ‘Savage God,’ this new track sees Sterling Angel sharpen his focus, pushing deeper into the driving, primal sonics that continue to shape his sonic identity. Adding another layer to the release, ‘World Is Mine’ also arrives with a remix that reinterprets the original’s energy through a fresh l

Producer and DJ Hotboxx has teamed up with Nashville-based talent Ruggs to deliver a fresh take on Patrice Rushen’s ‘Forget Me Nots.’ Available now as a free download, the track marks another creative highlight in Hotboxx’s ever-evolving journey while showcasing the chemistry he continues to build with collaborators across the Electronic Music spectrum.  As a Producer whose career spans over a decade, Hotboxx continues to carve an identity where groove-driven, Latin-infused House sounds meet fo

Es Para Ti” is the latest single from SHADEZ, marking the first release from his upcoming Let It Go EP. The track introduces a fresh chapter for the Phoenix-based DJ and producer, blending Latin-inspired rhythms with modern house production. Built on layered percussion, driving basslines, and a catchy vocal hook, “Es Para Ti” connects underground energy with mainstream appeal. It highlights SHADEZ’s fresh sound — rooted in cultural rhythm and refined for today’s club scene. SHADEZ (Zack Rubalc

Fede Spamer unveils his new single, ‘Silence’ – offering a new addition to his catalogue and the wider Electronic Music landscape, he delivers a production where pulsing details and hard-hitting beats converge, and listeners can experience a track that is overall unique in sound and sonic evolution.   For Fede Spamer, this new track comes as the next step in his journey; following his EP ‘Love Mission’ earlier this summer, he has continued to work at pushing himself forward, setting his sights

FLAMENCA Records’ founder STBAN returns with Pa’Siempre, a progressive flamenco rework by Raffa FL featuring Aroa Fernández. Just weeks after his outing on Toolroom Trax, FLAMENCA Records boss STBAN returns to home territory with his latest single ‘PA’SIEMPRE’. Originally a delicate, evocative slice of flamenco house, the track is given a more progressive reworking thanks to a remix from producer Raffa FL. The Italian weaves a haunting topline vocal from famed Spanish flamenco and fusion singe