Top 101 Producers of 2020 celebrated with a virtual Minecraft live-stream
1001Tracklists just announced that this years edition of 'Top 101 Producers' is going virtual and in a very unique way: on Minecraft! This event will be the first-ever music awards celebration taking place in the virtual environment of Minecraft, as well as one of the first in-game music festivals of its kind. The 'Top 101 Producers' is known not only for
Which attribute is more beneficial to producers; quality or quantity?
The age-old debate around quality vs quantity is regularly discussed throughout all aspects of life, particularly within creative industries. Within the electronic music industry, the debate rages on about whether it is more important to release tracks regularly, or whether the quality of the tracks released is the most paramount aspect. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons
Dimitri Vegas inspires artists to get more creative during lockdown period
Dimitri Vegas has called upon more artists to get creative during a summer of uncertainty as many music producers may find themselves with more free time on their hands amidst the Coronavirus outbreak. With the ongoing pandemic, many of us have found ourselves with extra spare time in our daily routines as we are told to stay at home to reduce the
KSHMR announces Dharma Studio for emerging producers
The American record producer and DJ KSHMR has been quite an inspiration for the upcoming producers over the years. With his illustrious tutorials and sample packs, the founder of Dharma Worldwide has helped a lot of artists with their establishment and evolution. With a similar motive, he has announced the launch of Dharma Studio, an educational platform aimed at helping
Maceo Plex teases studio masterclass for upcoming producers
For many DJs and producers of electronic music, there is nothing as rewarding as commanding larger dance floors around the world or launching a track for a new label, or even teaching the next generation. There are several artists who use online platforms to teach new producers or enthusiasts how to create a track and now Maceo Plex is one of
Porter Robinson celebrates his birthday by shouting out producers
Many artists celebrate their birthday by performing a live show in Vegas or going for dinner with their family and friends. In Porter Robinson's case, he decided to use the opportunity to shine light on producers that he felt deserved more attention. Over a period of almost 2 hours, the American DJ brought attention to a number of artists spanning
deadmau5 releases royalty-free sample pack
While deadmau5 is known for his extravagant visuals and stage design during his live shows, the Canadian DJ/Producer is just as well known for his magnifique productions. Being one of the most respected producers in the world, Joel Zimmerman is revered for his technical expertise in producing quality music. Now, the 37-year-old is sharing his knowledge with the world via Splice in his
Luca Testa and Head Studios present their latest project in exclusive interview
In an increasingly competitive industry, which has significantly evolved from the days of Nicky Romero and Hardwell being label owners apart from being artists in their own regard, it is becoming evermore difficult for artists to remain just artists. While big artists are opening labels to provide a platform to upcoming producers, Turin resident Luca Testa, a DJ and production
Official Top 100 DJanes according to DJane Mag
With all the drama surrounding this years ridiculous DJ Mag poll, we've seen other top 100 lists come through and stir the pot even more. Well, the votes are in for this years Top 100 DJane, an exclusively all female DJ poll that tallies votes similar to DJ Mags. Topping the list at #1 is DJ Juicy M, with heavy
5 Producers Who Started Their Careers In College
Word has it that you're always 50 feet within a DJ these days, especially when you are on a college campus. With the exuberant party scene that the environment offers, up and coming DJs have a lot of opportunities to practice their skills and perfect their setlists at local bars and night clubs. Claiming EDM as the music of our generation, an