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As Women's History Month unfolds, now is the perfect time to celebrate and reflect on the indelible contributions that women have made to the world of electronic dance music. While luminaries like Alison Wonderland and Peggy Gou continue to shape and influence the industry, there’s an ever-growing wave of emerging trailblazers shaking things up, carving out their own unique sound. These women not only break barriers, but also create new opportunities for others to follow in their footsteps. To honor their achievements, we're shining a spotlight on a group of promising women who are currently breaking out and influencing the next generation of EDM talent. From headlining major festivals to producing the tracks that soundtrack our best...

Zeds Dead are bringing the bass to the iconic Katz’s Delicatessen, transforming the New York City landmark into an intimate, one-night only pop-up show on March 20th. Known for its towering pastrami sandwiches, Katz's, a staple in the city's food scene since 1888, will become an exclusive concert venue for a late-night set from the influential dubstep duo. The show comes just before their two-night run at Avant Gardner as part of their "Return to the Spectrum of Intergalactic Happiness" tour, supporting their new album of the same name, which drops on March 7th. As anticipation builds for the full-length album, their first since 2016’s Northern Lights, this show is a can't-miss opportunity to see Zeds Dead live in one of NYC’s most...

Tape B has announced a major milestone in his career: his debut headlining show at Colorado's iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Known for blending vintage hip-hop with dubstep, the Turkish bass music breakout shared the news via Instagram, calling the performance on October 10th his "biggest show yet." News of the highly anticipated show arrives on the heels of Tape B's induction into the EDM.com Class of 2025, which recognizes artists with transformative contributions to the electronic music scene. With this milestone and the Red Rocks show on the horizon, Tape B’s star only continues to rise. Joining the DJ for his show this fall are powerhouse openers Cool Customer, MPH, STVSH, Know Good and Richard Finger, promising an unforgettable...

The man behind the mau5head has always played by his own rules, building a diversified empire encompassing electronic music, gaming, and digital asset culture. The keys to those foundations are changing hands after deadmau5's storied catalog and that of his mau5trap label found new ownership, striking a deal with Create Music Group in excess of $55 million, according to a press release shared with EDM.com. Encompassing over 4,000 songs, many of which have defined electronic music's evolution over the past two decades, the sale represents one of the most significant catalog acquisitions in the genre's history. It effectively ensures that deadmau5's influential work will continue to thrive across digital platforms, licensing deals and...

In a sea of standard artist merchandise, Jauz has chosen to swim against the current with a functional festival innovation. The DJ and producer has partnered with premium festival gear brand RaveRunner to develop and drop an innovative anti-theft hydration pack, designed specifically for the high-energy environments of electronic dance music festivals. The limited-edition collaboration features a dual-chamber design built to withstand the rigors of rail-riding and mosh pit mayhem, environments where Jauz's fans frequently finds themselves. Most notably, the pack incorporates multiple anti-theft compartments, a direct response to the larceny epidemic that has plagued music festivals in recent years. c/o RaveRunner Theft at...

Every great album tells a story, and for DAKRED, that story is his own. The rising DJ and producer has released his self-titled debut album, a project he's calling his most personal work yet. Fusing melodic bass and dubstep, DAKRED serves as an intimate reflection on love, heartbreak and self-discovery, charting the emotional highs and lows of his 20s. "After years of evolving as an artist and a person, I realized that this album is my story, and it deserved to be self-titled," said Dakred. "It captures the chaos, the beauty, and the lessons learned along the way." Structured like a diary, the album takes us through the stages of a fractured relationship, exploring the turbulence of young adulthood and the resilience found in the...

Decentralized music platform Audius is deepening its commitment to community ownership with an ambitious rewards program to distribute approximately $3 million in crypto rewards to its users. The platform differentiates itself in the streaming landscape by allowing artists to set their own terms and control pricing, with fans able to support creators through direct payments. Audius has attracted Skrillex, deadmau5, Zedd, REZZ, Disclosure and many more influential electronic artists alongside partnerships with major performing rights organizations like ASCAP, BMI and SESAC. Now in its fourth week, Audius' program will ultimately dispense 30 million of its native token, $AUDIO, to its most engaged artists and fans over the coming months...

Insomniac Events has revealed the lineup for the 2025 HARD Summer festival in Los Angeles. Heading to SoCal for this year's event are Dom Dolla, Sara Landry, Gesaffelstein, Four Tet, Nico Moreno, Crankdat, Kaytranada, I Hate Models, James Hype, PEEKABOO, Sean Paul and many more. The fest also features a handful of compelling b2b sets, among them Tape B b2b Mersiv, Walker & Royce b2b VNSSA and Adam Ten b2b Mita Gami. Insomniac in 2023 moved HARD Summer to a combination of venues in downtown LA after it took place at San Bernardino's NOS Events Center for over a decade, leading to logistical headaches. They addressed those concerns last year by moving the festival to its new home in Inglewood's Hollywood Park, the expansive...

Seiki Kato, the longtime Korg executive who helped revolutionize synthesizers and workstations, has passed away at the age of 67, the company announced. A driving force behind the M1, one of the most influential synths ever made, Kato's leadership helped Korg evolve into a global powerhouse of electronic music. His life's work was inseparable from the company’s evolution, steering it through decades of innovation that would leave an indelible mark on the entire field of music production. Born in Tokyo in 1957, Kato was the eldest son of Korg's founder, Tsutomu Kato. After joining the organization in 1980, he quickly moved through the ranks, shifting from domestic sales to product planning. By 1985, he had already helped usher in a new...

After redefining live entertainment with its groundbreaking venue in Las Vegas, Sphere Entertainment has begun teasing plans to develop scaled-down versions in new markets. As the original Vegas Sphere continues to dazzle audiences and draw major musical acts for residencies—including Anyma, U2 and Backstreet Boys—its proprietors are looking to extend its reach with smaller, more cost-efficient versions. Chairman and CEO James Dolan confirmed during Sphere Entertainment's latest earnings call that Sphere is in the architectural design phase for "mini-Spheres" and is evaluating mid-sized cities as potential locations. The new venues would seat around 5,000 people, one-fourth the capacity of the recording-breaking original, which is...

Orbit DJ Retreats is set to return in 2025 with two major events in Ibiza and Australia. The Ibiza retreat will take place from September 28th to October 3rd, while the retreat's first-ever Australian edition will be held in Byron Bay from August 24th to August 29th. Both promise hands-on learning experiences with a number of renowned DJs and electronic music producers The Ibiza lineup will feature workshops and one-on-one mentoring with Hot Chip, Orbital and BBC Radio 1's Sarah Story, among others. Participants will receive personalized guidance in DJing and music production as well as insights into marketing, branding and fan engagement. The retreat will also offer wellness experiences, with yoga, meditation and breathwork sessions...

Editor's Note: The list contained in this article will be updated as more events and lineups are announced. If you'd like to request an addition, correction or update, reach out to editorial@edm.com. For those who have not yet experienced Miami Music Week, it's where your sleep schedule goes to die—happily. Just ask any one of the disheveled rave zombies stumbling through the Miami International Airport on Monday morning. These are the survivors, the ones who danced until their bodies pleaded for mercy, then danced some more. The annual celebration of electronic dance music culture is arguably the nation's best time for DJs and fans of the genre, who willingly devolve into a blissed-out, sleep-deprived haze in Miami. The city's...

Anyma has announced his third studio album, The End Of Genesys, scheduled for release on May 23rd. The announcement came during the finale of the Italian superstar's historic residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, in which he became the record-breaking venue's first-ever electronic headliner. The forthcoming release will effectively complete a trilogy of albums that started with 2023's Genesys and its predecessor the following year, Genesys II. While details about the album's content remain scarce, the title suggests a conclusion to the narrative and conceptual framework of his immersive Vegas Sphere shows, which have effectively redefined live music in the entertainment capital of the world. The venue's record-breaking, 16K LED...

A bold new player has entered the music publishing game after Purple Fly Records launched a new venture, aiming to leverage the independent label's expansive catalog to reshape opportunities for electronic music creators. The label's new publishing house, EDM Publishing, enters the market with an impressive catalog of thousands of tracks, spanning from commercial dance-pop to underground techno and trance. It already features an impressive lineup of established producers, including Klaas, Sickick, Chris Burke and Damon Sharpe as well as top singer-songwriters like Aloe Blacc, Sophie Simmons, Cammie Robinson and Christina Novelli. Collectively, the works represented by the company have generated over one billion streams. EDM...

If Doechii's "NISSAN ALTIMA" was built for smooth cruising, Whethan's new remix rips off the muffler and takes a detour straight into the underground. The remix opens with a deceptive simplicity before plunging us into a dubstep drop with thick, viscous bass you can almost feel sticking to your skin. The hip-hop swagger of the Grammy-winning rapper's delivery remains intact, but Whethan drags it into festival territory through his snarling sound design. What elevates the track, however, is Whethan's deft integration of four-on-the-floor house rhythms without losing an ounce of aggression. Keeping the arrangement unpredictable, these moments provide crucial breathing room, creating a rhythmic dialogue between dubstep's jagged edges and...

Some songs are built for the dancefloor, others for the heart—LMNT 115's "Holding Onto Us" manages to do both. Inspired by anime and manga, the duo may be a mystery, but their music is anything but elusive. The enigmatic band consists of songwriter Z and producer Fab, who debuted back in November with their first release, "Close to You." With their new single, they deliver a sleek dance track that strikes a balance between deep, club-ready grooves and anthemic pop sensibilities. Featuring the unmistakable voice of Brando—whose breakout moment came with Loud Luxury's "Body"—the track taps into the ageless pull of human connection. "Holding Onto Us" leans into groove rather than bombast, making the track equally suited for late-night...

On February 22nd, a sold-out crowd at the Hollywood Palladium witnessed firsthand the biggest headline show of Ray Volpe's career. From the awe-inspiring audiovisual production to the emotional send-off that heralded a new era with the announcement of his debut album, the EDM.com Class of 2022 star delivered a night that took the bass music community by storm. EDM.com was onsite for Volpe's landmark performance in LA. Here are five things you missed that made the final show of his expansive "VOLPEVERSE" tour unforgettable. Openers and special guest Before the Volpe took stage, an electrifying series of openers set the tone for an unforgettable night. The progression began with echod, followed by SENZA and then Control Freak, each of...

RESISTANCE isn't backing down in 2025. It's doubling down. As Miami Music Week 2025 approaches, Ultra's underground electronic music brand is returning to M2 for a five-night residency, continuing to cement its place as a defining force in the city’s robust nightlife sector. Originally launched as a stage at Ultra Music Festival in 2015, RESISTANCE has since evolved into a global phenomenon on its own accord, hosting standalone events in over 35 cities as well as an acclaimed residency in Ibiza. Now, with its U.S. club residency firmly planted in Miami, the brand continues to push the production boundaries of techno and house music on the live circuit, bringing together the genres' most formidable talents. From March 26-30...

Shambhala is bringing together major DJs from around the globe for another year of arguably Canada's most influential electronic dance music festival. Shambhala is revered for its eclectic lineups with immense depth, creative stage installations and an extremely passionate fanbase. Organizers on Friday unveiled the full lineup for the 26th annual festival after previously announcing acts REZZ and Levity. This year's lineup features ILLENIUM, Excision, Chris Lake, TroyBoi, SOFI TUKKER, Apashe, Flying Lotus, Malaa, SLANDER and EDM.com Class of 2025 inductee Tape B, among many others. Do not let the large font fool you—there is plenty to look forward to on Shambhala's undercard. ALLEYCVT, Ivy Lab, Destructo, Mersiv, Opiou, Odd Mob and...

The decks were set, the stakes were high and the only certainty was uncertainty. At A State of Trance 2025, Armin van Buuren and Maddix took the stage for a "face-to-face" set, an audacious experiment that flipped the script on the traditional DJ performance. With their booths positioned directly opposite each other, the Dutch artists had no view of their counterpart's decks, and were instead forced to rely solely on old-fashioned instinct and musical intuition. Unlike standard b2b sets, where the DJs can easily read each other’s track selections and body language, van Buuren's and Maddix's setup eliminated that safety net entirely. Instead, the powerhouse producers had to anticipate each other's moves in real-time, creating an...