Axwell hit ‘Nobody Else’ turns 2 years old
2 years ago today, Axwell dropped 'Nobody Else' and back then, the world was a very different place. There was certainly no pandemic, and the phrase 'COVID-19' was an alien concept to us all. Festivals were a-plenty, clubs were still open, Manchester City were the Premier League champions, Kobe Bryant was a regular attendee at the STAPLES Center to watch
Relive Steve Aoki’s 2008 Essential Mix for his birthday
Happy birthday to Steve Aoki! Born today on November 30, he has given the electronic scene so many hits and iconic moments in the years that he's been active in the community. Constantly grinding to produce the finest work for his fans, he's easily one of the busiest and hardest working producers around right now, and so we're celebrating him
Top 5 iconic Lost Frequencies tracks
Happy birthday celebrations are in order for Belgium's finest, Lost Frequencies (Felix De Laet). With a long career spanning since 2014, he has flourished and became one of the most prolific house producers of our time. Excelling in multiple different genres of house music, he's got a loyal fanbase who follow his every move. Celebrating another successful orbit around the sun, we're
2 Year Flashback: 50 Cent and Above & Beyond win the internet
On first reading, 50 Cent and Above & Beyond are certainly not two names you'd usually expect to see paired together. One's usually found getting busy 'In Derrr Klurrrb', whilst the other's most well-known for selling-out 'derr klurbb' on account of their huge sets filled with progressive trance anthems. But on this day in 2018, 'Fidi' proved that A&B's music is
Professional athletes who are also electronic dance music enthusiasts
Too many people fall into the trap of believing professional athletes don’t care much about anything that happens off the field, court, pitch, rink, whatever. Sure, they know they have families and friends who take priority, but not much thought is given to their hobbies and interests outside of sports. This narrow-minded view is neither uncommon nor easy to avoid. Sports
i_o: greatest hits and essential tracks
The electronic music world was left in utter shock when it was announced that multi-genre producer i_o had passed away on Monday November 23 on his social media accounts. With everyone left in a state of sadness, confusion and shock, many DJs started posting their tributes to the 30-year-old. Crossing genres and bridging the gap between techno, trance and progressive, he was
Spotify tips for artists: How to grow your audience
Spotify is a platform that has become very popular over the last decade. It is a platform that allows up-and-coming artists to establish fan bases and make a name for themselves. It is, without a doubt, the best platform for new and aspiring artists, and in this article, we will hope to tell you how you can use Spotify to
Axwell’s recut of Michael Calfan’s iconic ‘Resurrection’ turns 9 years old: Listen
It is undeniable that the early 2010s was known as the progressive house era. The legendary triumvirate of Sebastian Ingrosso, Steve Angello and Axwell produced massive hits together and as individual artists as well, alongside with Dubvision, Otto Knows, Vicetone or Matisse & Sadko, just to name a few. One of the most iconic tunes of electronic dance music, 'Resurrection', produced by French DJ
Ultra Taiwan gives hope for the future of music festivals: Review
On November 14, Road to Ultra took place in Taiwan. No social distancing was needed, or any precautions. It sounds extremely unlikely and unreal for that to be the case in 2020, where most of the world is still battling against the pandemic caused by the Covid-19 virus, but its true. How? Taiwan has been Covid-free for over seven months now. With
Bomfunk MC’s breakbeat hit ‘Freestyler’ turns 21 years old
The Finnish music scene has a lot to celebrate this year. Darude's song 'Sandstorm' turned 21 years old and so did another 90's global hit, 'Freestyler' by hip-hop group Bomfunk MC's. As one of the most recognizable breakbeats celebrating its 21st birthday, it is time to walk down on memory lane and take a look at the story behind it. The breakbeat
Darude iconic anthem ‘Sandstorm’ turns 21 years old today
The year of 1999 was quite special for Europe. Not only because the Iron Curtain was lifted, but also because up North, a Finnish DJ/producer called Toni-Ville Henrik Virtanen, aka Darude released the song 'Sandstorm' by 16 Inch Records. Little did he know that 21 years later, it is still one of the most well-known dance classics in the world, with almost
What made big room so popular and where is it today?
Picture this: It’s 2012, and you are at the mainstage of your favourite festival while Hardwell or Afrojack is playing. What songs can you picture them playing? Most likely, a big room track that has the crowd jumping. It is that distinctive mainstage genre with the major buildups and the kick-heavy drops that drove every festival crowd crazy. Big room
Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike talk lockdown, life on tour & more: Exclusive
Over the course of their illustrious careers, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike have left a lasting legacy within the electronic music industry, and their influence is imprinted on the very foundations of the genre. From their high-power live performances to their ferocious productions, no artist knows how to control a crowd quite like the Belgian brothers. Adding further fuel to
We Rave You Reacts: Virtual ADE Conference 2020
As one of the key highlights within the electronic dance music calendar, Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is one of the cornerstones of the entire industry. Usually offering live events alongside a series of seminars and other activities, the conference truly offers something for everyone. As well as attracting fans from all over the world, ADE is also a monumental event
Mysterious artist aliases and the maestros behind them
The world of electronic music is saturated with successful artists, each with their own unique identity. But despite the abundant opportunity for success, many become somewhat limited by their core brand, and often feel the desire to branch out with a brand new concept. For this reason, we often see leading artists evolve through different projects, sometimes maintaining several identities