W&W to debut first ever Extended Reality (XR) Livestream
In partnership with Insomniac and ALDA (and with the help of some green-screen action), the prolific Dutch EDM act W&W will introduce the first-of-its-kind extended reality concert, blending the virtual and real world to create a fully immersive experience. Paving the way for the future of live music in lockdown, ALDA states the duo will …
AMP Inaugural Virtual Music Summit Announces Panelists, Fireside Chats
AMP Music Summit will debut its virtual summit this Wednesday, May 6th, and has announced additional speakers and topics for discussion. Created and curated by music industry veterans Josh Levine, Seth Combs and Simon Rust Lamb, Esq, proceeds from this year’s summit will go towards COVID-19 relief funds. “Our summit exists to empower the music ecosphere to support …
Gryffin Releases New Country-EDM Single “Hold You Tonight” ft. Chris Lane
First came the mega-hit “Wake Me Up” from the late legendary Avicii, then came Diplo’s cowboy hat-wearing country phase, and the legacy of ‘country EDM’ lives on. Featuring singer-songwriter Chris Lane of “Big, Big Plans” stardom, Gryffin has infused the acoustic melodies and soulful vocals of pop-country with his signature club-thumbing beats in his latest …
Tomorrowland Announces Carl Cox, Adam Beyer, and More for Live Stream on 4/21
In light of the Belgian festival’s inevitable cancellation for 2020, they are bringing the heat for this week’s installment of Tomorrowland: United Through Music. The four-hour live stream will feature sets from Carl Cox, Adam Beyer b2b Ida Engberg, Netsky and Nora En Pure. “I’m very happy to join Tomorrowland to give millions of people …
Alan Walker Releases Official Version of Fan-Favorite “Heading Home”
Today marks a uniquely exciting and long-awaited day for the world of ‘Walkers’. The multi-platinum artist, DJ and producer has just released his single ‘Heading Home’ featuring vocals from rising Norwegian star, Ruben. Fresh off of stardom from his breakout hit, ‘Faded’, Alan Walker played ‘Heading Home’ during his first-ever live show at Norway’s X-Games …
Above & Beyond Release Acoustic Version of ‘Sahara Love’ with Zoë Johnston
Amidst these uncertain times, the iconic English electronic trio gives us a breath of fresh air with their latest acoustic venture, sharing a re-imagined take on ‘Sahara Love’ with Zoë Johnston and long-time collaborator, producer Bob Bradley. The latest single revisiting an indie-leaning highlight from Above & Beyond’s 2018 Billboard top three album, ‘Common …
Ultra Abu Dhabi 2020 Canceled Amidst Coronavirus Outbreak
Ultra Abu Dhabi has been canceled just two days before the festival’s Middle Eastern debut was set to take place, to be postponed indefinitely. The event’s website has been updated with a ticket notice assuring refunds will be processed for all attendees. The organizers’ sent an official explanation to ticket holders via email: “In line with our commitment …
Paul van Dyk Releases Latest Single “Duality” Off Upcoming Album
Following his single “Parallel Dimension”, Paul van Dyk continues to tell his story with “Duality”, in anticipation of his upcoming album, Guiding Light, to be released in April. In 2016, the Trance legend suffered a near-fatal fall through a concealed hole in the stage at the Dutch festival, A State of Trance, for which he was later compensated $12.5m …
Pasquale Rotella Reveals Big Things Ahead for Insomniac
Pasquale Rotella, CEO and Founder of Insomniac, has issued his annual State of Insomniac update, shedding light on the future of EDC, Beyond Wonderland, and Nocturnal Wonderland, as well as the company’s sustainability, wellness, and fashion initiatives. “As we head into 2020, the Insomniac team and I will continue our mission of bringing people together through …
Alan Walker Takes Marquee NY to a “Different World” | Event Recap
The streets of Manhattan might just be some of the liveliest you can find around midnight on a Saturday, and this chilly February night was no different. At the corner of 10th Ave and 27th St in the trendy neighborhood of Chelsea, Marquee distinguishes itself among the city’s abundance of nightclubs as one of the …