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Enjoy the April 2025 edition of “Behind the Wedding Music,” a resource to help build wedding playlists for DJs. Each month we will highlight new songs and include a line of song lyrics, a description of the song’s emotional profile, and a few fun facts — designed to help you advise a wedding couple if [...] The post 10 Brand-New Songs for Your April Wedding Playlist appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Udio, the AI-powered music platform currently embroiled in a copyright lawsuit from major record labels, has launched a new tool called Styles — which lets users “create new songs using an existing song or audio clip as a style reference”. The post AI music firm Udio’s new Styles tool lets users “create new songs” using existing songs as references appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article Credit: MR.Cole_Photographer/Getty Images

Does anyone else absolutely love this track ? ❤️ Takes me back to my very early clubbing days (early 90s), absolutely a timeless classic, I simple can’t fault this track, absolute perfection … There are a ton (100s) of remixes of this track (some amazing) but you simply can’t beat the original … Linkshttps://shadesofrhythm.bandcamp.com/track/the-sound-of-eden-every-time-i-see-her https://www.discogs.com/release/6552-Shades-Of-Rhythm-The-Sound-Of-Eden-Every-Time-I-See-Her SoundCloudOriginalRemixes (just a couple of many!)

Check out Christian Smith's Tronic Radio here https://ssyncc.com/tronic-podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tronic-radio/id550133894 Check out the new Gilles Bock - Keep This Thing Going EP out now on Tronic This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here https://app.syndicast.co.uk/registration/ PlaylistBen Klock, Fadi Mohem - Our Sector (feat. Flowdan) [Layer Records] Rent Wise - Mover (2024 Remaster) [Knowledge Imprint] Tièmoko Koné - Master of Path [Drawner Records] Modem - Seduction [Secta] Franco Rossi - Pa…

The New York City-based DJ/producer kicks off his brand-new label imprint with his own original single, available March 28. NYC-based DJ and producer Zack Martino has officially launched his own record label, Dusk Till Dawn Records (DTD). Focused on pushing the boundaries of melodic house and techno, the label serves as both a creative space [...] The post Zack Martino Launches Dusk Till Dawn Records, Drops Debut Single “Let You Go” appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Bandcamp’s direct-to-artist approach isn’t just “timeless”, it’s also well-equipped to navigate the challenges of an AI-driven music industry, says General Manager Dan Melnick. Speaking to MusicRadar in a new interview, the executive posits that Bandcamp’s system is the norm, while streaming – where artists often receive only fractions of a cent per play – is the outlier… The post “Staying in the streaming world and trying to play that game is probably more of a threat”: Bandcamp executive says its business model is “timeless” and “well positioned for the age of AI” appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Timbaland has slammed today’s music as “bland” and “boring”. In a new interview with The Inner Court, the producer – who’s crafted hits songs for the likes of Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Madonna, Kanye West, Lil Wayne and more – shares his thoughts on the current state of music and AI’s role in it... The post Producer Timbaland thinks today’s music is “bland” and “boring”, calls AI the only thing with a “pure soul” right now appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

I hadn't heard this before until today, really nice track ... Apparently this track wasn't released until 2022 however I found a video on YouTube from 2017 ? Unless it was just the album which came out in 2022 ... Daphni's song "Fly Away" was initially released on his album Cherry, which came out on October 7, 2022 SoundCloud (Deetron Remix) SoundCloud (Terrace Edit) Original (2017 or 2022 ?)

“Quicksand (Don’t Go)” with Zoë Johnston, the debut single from their forthcoming Bigger Than All Of Us LP, is available now via Anjunabeats. As famed electronic trio Above & Beyond gear up for performances at Ultra Music Festival in Miami next weekend and two upcoming weekends at Coachella, they’ve got new music and exciting coinciding [...] The post Above & Beyond Announces New Album, Releases Lead Single appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Tracklist [00:00:00] Aton – Voyager – MO Records (1996) [00:07:41] Virus Inc. – Transfer To Vacuum – Frankfurt Beat Productions (1993) [00:10:18] Virus Inc. – Temple Of Colours – Frankfurt Beat Productions (1993) [00:13:59] X-Dream – This (Acid Phase) – Tunnel Records (1994) [00:18:00] Spect-® – Enjoy Your Spaceride – Monokultur (1995) [00:24:39] Hiscore Xor – True Freedom – Monokultur (1995) [00:29:54] Hiscore – Drone VII – Monokultur (1995) [00:33:08] Eternal Basement – Parkhouse – Harthouse (1994) [00:38:54] Bassline Baby – Stud Stunner – Step 2 House Records (1995) [00:44:44] Gain Force – X-Emption (Mandala Mix) – Time Unlimited (1994) [00:49:23] Powersource – Houseke…

Tracklist: As voted for by the DI.FM listeners. These are the top 10 Techno tracks in February 2025, based on 2,600+ votes on 680 tracks. www.di.fm/techno 01. [00:00:00] DJ Jock – Resonate (Original Mix) – Set About Music 02. [00:05:39] Mad Dark – Looking the Stars (Original Mix) – Big Punch Records 03. [00:10:42] HOF(DE) – The Fall (Original Mix) – Fe Chrome 04. [00:15:50] Dominik Schwarz – Darkness (Original Mix) – Fe Chrome 05. [00:20:44] Darcour – Resilience (Original Mix) – Autektone Records 06. [00:24:35] Bjoern Torwellen – Binary Fate (Original Mix) – CLR 07. [00:29:57 MIJkE – Encrypt (Original Mix) – IAMT 08. [00:34:38] DJ Jock – Goa (Original Mix) – Set A…

TracklistAs voted for by the DI.FM listeners. These are the top 15 Hard Techno tracks in February 2025, based on 800+ votes on 478 tracks. www.di.fm/hardtechno 01. [00:00:00] Luckes – Schranz is the boss (Original Mix) – Hardwork Records 02. [00:05:53] Meg-Beg – Camargue (Original Mix) – Eclipse Recordings 03. [00:09:51] Buchecha – Give Me Some More (Original Mix) – Technopride Records 04. [00:14:57] Golpe – Master At Work (Original Mix) – Nucleon 05. [00:20:20] Hardtrax – Distorted Perception (Original Mix) – Dark Force Recordings 06. [00:25:05] OSMOS – Drop That Bass (Original Mix) – Audiocode 07. [00:29:36] Ben Techy – What is What (Original Mix) – Darkground Records 0…

Tracklist: As voted for by the DI.FM listeners. These are the top 10 Progressive tracks in February 2025, based on 4,300+ votes on 455 tracks. www.di.fm/progressive 01. [00:00:00] Paul Conrad – Exploring (Original Mix) – Aviary Recordings 02. [00:05:07] Callecat, Bodai – The Balance Of Being (Simos Tagias Remix) – Manual Music 03. [00:10:20] Traumhouse – Open Land – Worlds Apart 04. [00:16:04] UCCELLI – Alchemist (Original Mix) – Beat Boutique 05. [00:20:32] Sam T Harper – Honour (Original Mix) – Prognosis 06. [00:25:42] Martin Cantrill – Code (Extended Mix) – Addictive Sounds 07. [00:30:51] Rambert – Terminal Wave (Original Mix) -IMPULZ TRAxX 08. [00:36:03] A…

Miami Beach, Fla. – The Electronic Dance Music Awards (EDMAs), with all its glitz and glamour, are set to return to Miami Music Week on Friday, March 28, at noon. Teaming up with Winter Music Conference’s International Dance Music Awards, the EDMAs expect to light up the iconic Eden Roc Hotel by attracting many of [...] The post Miami Music Week: EDMAs Set for March 28 – Vote & Win Passes appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

In a joint venture for future output, the deal valued at over $55 million includes more than 4,000 songs from artists like Skrillex, REZZ, Noisia & more. Create Music Group (CMG), a powerhouse in the music industry, has acquired the catalogs of electronic music icon deadmau5 and his renowned label, mau5trap, in a deal exceeding [...] The post Create Music Group Acquires deadmau5 & mau5trap Records Catalogs appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Enjoy the March 2025 edition of “Behind the Wedding Music,” a resource to help build wedding playlists for DJs. Each month we will highlight new songs and include a line of song lyrics, a description of the song’s emotional profile, and a few fun facts — designed to help you advise a wedding couple if [...] The post 10 Brand-New Songs for Your March Wedding Playlist appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Tracklist [00:00:00] Mad Gay Mafia – Rightfield – Ef.adrine (2003) [00:06:31] Mad Gay Mafia – DJ Killer EP – Ef.adrine (2003) [00:12:12] DJ Mishka – The Time Bomb (Acid Trance Mix) – Ef.adrine (2000) [00:18:12] Chris Liberator , Geezer & DJ Mishka – Science Of Acid (Gritty Brainy Mix) – VCF (1999) [00:24:23] Injector – Funky Control 2000 (DJ Mishka Mix) – Ef.adrine (2000) [00:30:44] Chris Liberator , Geezer & DJ Mishka – Science Of Acid (Classic Acid Mix) – VCF (1999) [00:36:49] DJ Mishka’s Mad Gay Mafia / Injector Part II – Remodelled (Mishka’s Mad Gay Mafia Mix) – Ef.adrine (2001) [00:42:27] Mad Gay Mafia – Mad, Bad And Dangerous To Know (Don’t Download It Mix) …

Available now through Verknipt label, the high-octane collaboration is already climbing the Beatport Hardcore/Neo Rave charts. In a time when the underground is colliding with the mainstream, Restricted and Anderex have unleashed a seismic force onto the hard techno scene with their latest track, “WTF?” Released under Verknipt, the powerhouse label known for shaping the [...] The post Restriced & Anderex Release New Hard Techno Anthem, “WTF?” appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

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This is an absolute quality mix from Beako (Leigh Davison) ... Also gotta mention this track - absolutely incredible 💫 Track 5: The Snail - U & Aye ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SoundCloud Beako's Main Page

Yellow Claw’s “CRUSH” Featured in Nicole Kidman’s ‘Babygirl’ Nightclub Scene The track sets the beat for a scene in the blockbuster film Babygirl from A24 starring Nicole Kidman & Harris Dickinson. Yellow Claw’s electrifying 2024 hit “CRUSH” has found a new life on the big screen, setting the tone for one of the most unforgettable [...] The post Yellow Claw’s “CRUSH” Featured in Nicole Kidman’s ‘Babygirl’ Nightclub Scene appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

The new EP, featuring the single “Dance All Night,” is available now (Feb. 21) through her own Karate Records. Julie Bergan has spent years pushing boundaries as an artist, songwriter, producer, and performer. From topping the charts with “Arigato” to working with global heavyweights like David Guetta, Alan Walker, and R3HAB, she’s built a reputation [...] The post Julie Bergan Releases ‘EURONITES’ EP appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Following a resurgence in popularity, the song from Tim Bergling’s final performance has been officially release as a single in 2025. Avicii’s “Forever Yours – Tim’s 2016 Ibiza Version” has been released as an official single following a resurgence in popularity as a fan-favorite. Since the release of Avicii’s two acclaimed Netflix documentaries, Avicii: I’m [...] The post Avicii’s “Forever Yours – Tim’s 2016 Ibiza Version” Sees Official Release appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Igniting 2025 with an explosive new tech-house single, Fedde’s latest original is available now through his acclaimed Darklight Recordings imprint. Fedde Le Grand has cemented himself as one of dance music’s biggest names – and there’s a laundry list of reasons why he’s remained at the top for nearly two decades. The Dutch electronic music [...] The post Fedde Le Grand Drops “Who Got The Funk” via Darklight Recordings appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Strictly Rhythm is one of the most influential house music labels, founded in 1989 by Mark Finkelstein and Gladys Pizarro. Known for its ability to discover talent and release over 700 tracks, the label balanced underground credibility with mainstream success. Key milestones include hits like Reel 2 Real‘s "I Like To Move It" and Ultra Naté’s "Free", shaping house music‘s evolution. Despite setbacks in the 2000s, it relaunched in 2007, embraced digital platforms, and remains a cornerstone for DJs and electronic music fans today… View the full article

Defected Records, founded in 1999 by Simon Dunmore, is one of the most influential independent labels in house music. Known for blending underground house with mainstream appeal, the label has evolved into a global brand. Here’s a quick overview of their journey: Launch and Early Success: Started with hits like Soulsearcher’s "I Can’t Get Enough" and Masters at Work’s "To Be in Love." 2000s: Defined by vocal house hits like Roger Sanchez’s "Another Chance" and Bob Sinclar’s "Love Generation." 2010s: Shifted towards deeper sounds with tracks like CamelPhat’s "Cola" and Dennis Ferrer’s "Hey Hey." 2020s: Expanded into tech house and progressive soun…

Hyperpop is undeniably one of the biggest genres of the moment. Charli XCX’s album “Brat” just won Best Dance/Electronic Album at the 2025 Grammys. Even the notoriously critical Fantano rated it as the best album of 2024. But what is Hyperpop? And what sets it apart from “mainstream” pop? That’s what we’re going to explore […] The post Hyperpop Explained: The Genre That’s Breaking All the Rules in 2025 appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

Glitterbox Recordings, founded in 2014 as part of Defected Records, has grown into a worldwide brand by blending disco and house music with bold visuals and inclusive events. Its success stems from: Musical Focus: A mix of timeless disco and modern house. Visual Identity: Glittery, disco-inspired designs. Community Values: Welcoming spaces for all, including LGBTQ+ representation. Event Excellence: Immersive parties with standout DJs, drag performers, and custom visuals. Key milestones include moving from Space Ibiza to Hï Ibiza in 2017, launching a record label in 2016, and adapting through digital content during the pandemic. With a "quality over quantity" approach to m…

The first wave of programming has been announced for the return of WMC Miami’s 35th anniversary edition from March 26-28, 2025. Winter Music Conference (WMC), electronic music’s premier industry gathering, is set to make its highly anticipated return to Miami for its 35th anniversary. Taking place from March 26–28, 2025 at Eden Roc Miami Beach [...] The post Winter Music Conference Announces 2025 Programming appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Nu Disco and Disco House are modern takes on 1970s disco, blending nostalgic vibes with electronic music. While both share disco roots, they differ in tempo, structure, and sound. DJs and producers use unique techniques to bring these genres to life, combining retro elements with modern production tools. Quick Overview Nu Disco: Slower (110-122 BPM), melodic, live instruments, verse-chorus structure. Disco House: Faster (120-128 BPM), sample-heavy, loop-based, club-focused. View the full article