Skrillex, Diplo & Justin Bieber’s global hit ‘Where Are Ü Now’ passes 1 billion Spotify streams
When Skrillex and Diplo came together in 2014 with their latest project, Jack Ü, the music world collectively rejoiced with anticipation and excitement for what two of the biggest names in the genre could accomplish as a team. Less than a year after they made their live debut, the duo released their debut album Skrillex and Diplo present Jack Ü
Looking back on Diplo & Skrillex’s Jack Ü album
Released in 2015, Diplo and Skrillex’s debut album under the Jack Ü moniker, aptly titled ‘Skrillex and Diplo Present Jack Ü’, was a smash success. As well as proving incredibly popular with fans worldwide, the 10-track album won the Grammy award for Best Dance/Electronic Album, marking a momentous achievement for Skrillex, Diplo and all of the album’s key collaborators. On
50 legendary trap songs of all time (Part 4)
One of the reasons why Trap became so popular in the EDM world that fast were the festival-friendly remixes of popular electronic and hip-hop productions, which took over the festival stages for several good years. The authors of the original productions, playing mainly on the mainstages, were very eager to reach for Festival Trap Edits in order to surprise the
Diplo announces nightly livestream sets during COVID-19 quarantines
Being one of the most talented artists in the industry, Grammy award-winning artist Diplo aims to satisfy his global fan base through his dynamic sound which ranges from big-room, trap, moombahton and even some solid tech house to pump up those parties around the world. Recognized as the co-creator of music group Major Lazer and one half of Jack Ü with Skrillex, Diplo has proven
Diplo discusses Jack Ü reunion in recent interview
Diplo sat down with the Rolling Stone recently as part of their Grammy Preview series covering various topics including his collaboration with Béyonce for contributing to the soundtrack of the recent Lion King movie, a possible Jack Ü reunion, how he likes tapping into different genres and scenes, and many, many more. The Grammys are considered one of the four major
Diplo teases a new Jack Ü track on Instagram
If there is a producer of electronic music that works without stopping, surely it is the Diplo. Sweetheart all over the world and owner of a completely changeable personality, the DJ and producer seems never to sleep. A member of Major Lazer along with Ape Drums (after Jillionaire left the trio), the American is also part of the trio LSD
Diplo breaks silence on Jillionaire’s Major Lazer departure
Following the recent announcement that Ape Drums was to become the latest addition to global group Major Lazer, the group's charismatic frontman Diplo has now broken his silence on the recent departure of Jillionaire. Following 8 years with the group, Jillionaire decided to call it quits, but Big Dippy was full of nothing but respect when it came to his former
Shaq teases upcoming collaborations with Diplo and Skrillex
Basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal, also known as DJ Diesel, has always expressed a strong interest in the art of DJing and music production. Not many will be aware of the fact that the former athlete released a rap album 'Shaq Diesel' which went platinum in 1993. Since 2015, Shaquille O'Neal has returned to music and started a successful career as an international DJ
Marshmello reveals details of forthcoming CHVRCHES collaboration
American DJ and producer Marshmello has enjoyed such a rapid rise in the past 3/4 years that the masked mogul is now capable of collaborating with any act of his choosing. With Mello preferring to favour a more commercially friendly tone in recent times to the heavy dub and bass sound which shot him into the limelight in 2015, previous
Major Lazer to headline New Horizons Festival 2019
Platinum-selling American trio Major Lazer will touch down at the Nürburgring this August for their only 2019 performance in Germany, heading up the highly anticipated third edition of New Horizons Festival. Located on the country's most iconic race-track, New Horizons has grown in stature since the 2017 birth of the brand, which has so far welcomed the likes of Armin van Buuren, Tiësto, Hardwell, Steve Aoki and many more to the five-day
Skrillex loses $3.8m stage-diving lawsuit
A Los Angeles jury, after two days of deliberation,favoured Jennifer Fraissl in her lawsuit against Skrillex. The lawsuit which has been ongoing since 2014 has finally come to an end. It all started after Skrillex stage-dived in a 2012 show and injured the plaintiff, Jennifer Fraissl. This injury caused the woman a rare stroke days later which led to her lawsuit. The jury awarded a total of 3.8 million dollars after
Diplo set to team up with John Mayer on new track
Diplo and John Mayer have quite a lot in common. The main point being Katy Perry, considering both have previously dated the buxom vocalist. But aside from Perry - who kissed both boys and liked it - the duo also now have a deep musical connection, with the pair set to team up on a new track. In a recent Instagram
Skrillex’s iconic ‘Scary Monster And Nice Sprites’ EP turns 8 years old
8 years ago, Sonny John Moore, better known as Skrillex released his second EP titled 'Scary Monsters And Nice Sprites', after David Bowie's 1980 album 'Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps). Skrillex's EP was built with a variety of diverse tracks, ranging from the more melodic 'With You, Friends (Long Drive)' to the harder lead single 'Scary Monsters And Nice Sprites'. Since its release, 'Scary Monsters
Silk City & Dua Lipa – Electricity (feat Diplo & Mark Ronson)
There are very few names in the electronic industry that can command attention right now in the way Dua Lipa can. Having dominated the global charts all summer with her Calvin Harris collaboration 'One Kiss', Dua Lipa has also previously worked with the number #1 DJ in the world, Martin Garrix, on their massive hit, 'Scared To Be Lonely.' Despite her
Skrillex breaks long silence with reassuring heartfelt message
After some time now, Sonny Moore aka Skrillex has broken his long silence with a reassuring message. The former half of Jack Ü, has seen an extended time of riding his own wave, but nothing overtly new or challenging creatively has been coming out of the Skrillex camp now for more than a year. Of course there's the tracks he's