Podcasts
Premiere: Return Of The Jaded & Martin Villeneuve electrify on Jaded Recordings with explosive rework of ‘Mr. Roboto’
Canadian producers Return Of The Jaded and Martin Villeneuve have been making their impact on the dance music scene for decades; individually renowned for their innovative production styles and daring musical output. Teaming up to revisit Martin’s classic rendition of Styx’s ‘Mr. Roboto,’ their explosive rework comes out October 30th on Jaded Recordings. Sparking an... Read more »
Premiere: Michael Mayer mesmerizes on Kompakt with quixotic, curious cuts across 9 track album, ‘The Floor Is Lava.’
Michael Mayer albums don’t come round too often, which is one of many reasons why his fourth collection, ‘The Floor Is Lava,’ is a genuine event. It’s been eight years since his last one, the collaborative & released on !K7; its predecessors, Mantasy (2012) and Touch (2004), took their sweet time, too. It’s no real... Read more »
Premiere: Eastern Standard enlists Jepe for polished, percussive remix of Berny, Lafrench Toast, & Teya Flow’s ‘I See You’
Eastern Standard is excited to announce the latest release from Berny, Lafrench Toast, and the talented singer Teya Flow . ‘I See You’ combines indie dance vibes with dark disco grooves, featuring Teya’s beautiful vocals adding a haunting melody that stays with you. The release also includes a Dub version, highlighting the track’s innovative soundscapes,... Read more »
Premiere: Hrag Mikkel amazes on Amaeo’s ‘To Be Discovered’ VA with sharp synth work and organic drums on ‘Memory Lane’
Amaeo proudly presents its third compilation, ‘To Be Discovered,’ featuring nine diverse tracks from a mix of both new and familiar faces. This compilation showcases a wide range of styles, making it a versatile addition to any DJ set. The compilation kicks off with ‘Much Future No Present,’ a collaboration between Greek producers Mangata Projekt... Read more »
When We Dip 162 mixed by Rafael Cerato
Aix-en-Provence/Marseille based Rafael Cerato is known for blending emotional and percussive sounds with rolling and powerful basslines, always adding some pure house and old-school influences. Releasing selectively on respected labels such as Diynamic Music, Systematic Recordings, and Stil Vor Talent, Rafael Cerato also runs his own label and event series, Ritual. In 2020, the artist... Read more »
Premiere: OMRI. owns Hot Creations debut with glitchy groove on ‘Dance All Night’ EP
With five label debuts already under his belt this year following music via Crosstown Rebels, Disco Halal and more, OMRI. has been busy perfecting his craft and forging his own identity in the global electronic music scene. His dynamic sets and glitchy music style have paved the way for collaborations with artists like Adam Ten,... Read more »
Premiere: Monkey Safari soothe on Get Physical, transforming Helsloot’s ‘One Step’ into heavenly house lullaby
Brothers Sven and Lars, AKA Monkey Safari, are mainstays of Europe’s underground house scene. They have long dealt in atmospheric house music but have continually evolved with each new outing on labels like their own Good Vibes From Paradise, Get Physical and many more. As DJs, they have taken their expressive grooves everywhere, from Time... Read more »
Select Cuts 320 mixed by Crusy
Spanish superstar in the making, Crusy, has been on a meteoric rise since his Toolroom Trax release ‘Selecta’ blew him up on dance floors across the World in 2022 with support from Carl Cox, Nic Fanciulli & John Summit. Since then, he has signed with Toolroom management and is releasing frequently on Defected, Claptone’s Golden... Read more »
Premiere: Lee Foss fascinates on Repopulate Mars with retro, edgy flair on ‘Pieces of the Night Sky’
Internationally renowned DJ, producer and label head Lee Foss returns with a captivating new single, ‘Pieces of the Night Sky,’ on his hugely influential Repopulate Mars imprint. His first original release on the label since he dropped the critically lauded ‘Worship Technology’ alongside Skonka and TheConnect earlier this year, ‘Pieces of the Night Sky’ is... Read more »
Premiere: I Promised Mom marks Marginalia debut with deliciously dark disco on ‘Phones Away’
Rising talent I Promised Mom returns to Marginalia with New York City spoken word poet and MC, David LeSal for ‘Phones Away’, following his release on ‘Bestiary Vol. 1’ earlier this year. I Promised Mom is a Paris-based artist who soon became an influential talent with support from many artists among the indie dance and... Read more »
Premiere: Gorje Hewek, Iorie, & Alexey Union wow on Watergate Records with stunning, Burning Man staple ‘Silence’
Renowned for his numerous collaborations, Gorje Hewek proves why on his latest Watergate release. This time, he’s teamed up with Alexey Union and Iorie, with the latter also providing vocals for the track. ‘Silence,’ a much-anticipated highlight from his recent sets at Burning Man, is set to drop at the end of the month. It... Read more »
Premiere: TAYA. transforms Uone’s ‘Lake At Dusk’ into immersive, ethereal dancefloor experience on Beat & Path
Uone continues to expand the Phantom Whistler universe with Chapter 6, a remix collection that breathes fresh energy into two profound tracks from the album. Featuring remixes by TAYA., Saqib, and Jack Essek, along with Uone’s own extended version, this EP reimagines the originals with bold, festival-ready soundscapes and deep, immersive beats. Fans can expect... Read more »
Sébastien Léger unveils new track ‘Omira’
Renowned French DJ and producer Sébastien Léger is back with a brand new mesmerising cut in the form of ‘Omira’, adding yet another gem to his impressive discography. Known for his melodic yet rhythmically complex sound, Léger continues to explore the deep, lush soundscapes that have garnered him such a devoted following. “Omira” is a... Read more »
Australian duo X & Ivy team up with legendary Todd Edwards on iconic house cut ‘Keep Me’
Australian duo X & Ivy release their highly anticipated collaboration with UKG legend and Daft Punk collaborator, Todd Edwards. ‘Keep Me,’ is a masterful blend of X & Ivy’s signature house flair and Todd Edwards’ iconic fusion of garage rhythms and soulful vocal manipulation. X & Ivy have been on a production rampage as of... Read more »
Charlotte de Witte weaves spellbinding, rattling soundscapes on latest KNTXT EP, ‘Sanctum’
Belgian techno tastemaker Charlotte de Witte is back with the brand new ‘Sanctum’ EP containing vocals of Marion Di Napoli. The release arrives the week after this year’s Amsterdam Dance Event and just ahead of her return to LA on November 2nd, where she will play a much anticipated all night long set at City... Read more »
Laurent Garnier commemorates fabric’s 25th anniversary with groundbreaking 4 part vinyl mix series and EP announcement
Laurent Garnier is joining the ‘fabric presents’ mix series, and details are now out on this bespoke milestone release. The trailblazing DJ and producer is doing not one but four mixes as he embraces an opportunity to go even bigger for the London institution in its 25th groundbreaking year. A full-spectrum and multi-genre release, there’s a UK-focus, house, techno and downtempo mix. In his... Read more »
Just Her highlights signature blend of melodic depth & forward-thinking production on charming return to Colorize
Acclaimed British producer Just Her makes a triumphant return to Colorize with her latest release, delivering two mesmerizing tracks: ‘Want Me, Need Me’ and ‘How Does It Feel.’ This marks Just Her’s third release on the label, following her widely praised remix of Shahin Shantiaei’s ‘Close To Me’ earlier this year. ‘Want Me, Need Me’... Read more »
Amelie Lens shines on Sony Music with potent new single ‘Falling For You’
Barrier-shattering electronic music star Amelie Lens releases her newest single, ‘Falling For You,’ out now via Sony Music. ‘Falling For You’ balances the intensity of Amelie’s signature pumping techno groove with a delicately refined vocal, making for a track that’s both main stage-ready and emotionally potent. It encapsulates the perfect sweet spot Amelie has found with... Read more »
Little Talk with Zakes Bantwini
A sensation in South Africa since his single ‘Osama’ went viral on South African Twitter, Zakes Bantwini has reached dizzying heights going on to be booked across Spain, Portugal, Dubai, Bali and more. His magnus opal album ‘Ghetto King’ gained him various awards including two South African Music Awards (SAMAs) for highest airplay and best... Read more »
Little Talk with Alfred Heinrichs
German producer and label boss Alfred Heinrichs recently dropped ‘Regenbogenbrücke (Let Them Go)’ featuring Haexxa on his personal imprint, IAM MELODIC TECHNO. Having completed the next chapter of his emotional journey with his forthcoming album, ‘I AM YOU,’ which will be released later this year on the imprint- Alfred continues to channel his life experiences... Read more »
Little Talk with Paris Cesvette
Having released her Traxsource chart-topping ‘Celestial’ album in 2018, London’s soulful dance music producer Paris Cesvette, has just released her second artist album, ‘As Above, So Below’, on DJ Spen’s Quantize Recordings. Paris Cesvette is recognized worldwide as a multi-disciplinary musician, songwriter, music producer, DJ and Grammy Recording Academy member. Starting out a young age,... Read more »
Little Talk with 9OASES
Fresh off their killer Kompakt debut, we welcome Cologne duo, 9OASES, to this episode of Prima Lux. Plus, we discuss what it was like working with Kompakt, their upcoming Diynamic release, and what’s in store. Enjoy! WWD: Your upcoming EP on Kompakt Records is highly anticipated. Can you tell us about the creative process behind... Read more »
Little Talk with Budakid
For Budakid, AKA Kevin Huizing, making music is like the act of breathing. He simply could not live without it, or imagine his life if music was inaccessible. The Dutch producer is overflowing with boundless creativity, channelled into his craft, which he lovingly refers to as a hobby – to class it as work would... Read more »
Little Talk with Words of Niō
Ibiza-based music producer and DJ Words of Niō delivers his highly anticipated Beside The Fire EP including Patrice Bäumel Remix on Hernán Cattáneo’s label Sudbeat. Words of Niō has made a name for himself with releases on some of the reputable labels including Get Physical, Renaissance, and Borders of Light to name a few. In... Read more »
Ultra Music Festival unveils exclusive Youtube docu-series, counting down to milestone 25th anniversary
Ultra Music Festival is revving toward its historic 25th anniversary edition, returning to its longtime home at Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami from Friday, March 28 to Sunday, March 30, 2025. Following the reveal of its star-studded Phase 1 lineup – a masterstroke of genre-crossing talent featuring headlining performances from electronic music’s most in-demand acts... Read more »
RÜFÜS DU SOL reveal remarkable final dates for ‘Inhale/Exhale’ 2025 World Tour
RÜFÜS DU SOL complete their global tour announcements with the reveal of North and South American dates for their Inhale / Exhale 2025 World Tour. Following announcements in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and the UK earlier this week, the trio now invites fans from the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Canada & more to experience their... Read more »
BPM Costa Rica reveals breathtaking phase 1 lineup for fourth edition
Following the announcement of a transformative reawakening on the horizon, The BPM Festival Costa Rica has revealed the highly anticipated phase one lineup for its 4th edition in Costa Rica. Set to unfold from January 8-12th, 2025, the festival will debut at a breathtaking new 20-acre venue in Playa Avellanas, offering an immersive journey through... Read more »
Melodic Techno maestros, Colyn & Innellea, kick off back-to-back tour with exclusive ADE event at ABOUTLIFESTYLE
Renowned melodic techno acts Colyn and Innellea are set to embark on a highly anticipated back-to-back tour, marking a new chapter in their ongoing collaborative journey. Following unforgettable performances in locations like Tulum and Burning Man—as well as their acclaimed joint effort on’Downfall’ from Innellea’s 2024 LP ‘The Belonging’ —the duo has officially set the... Read more »
Wynn Nightlife & Framework reveal legendary lineup of industry luminaries for this fall’s Art Of The Wild
Wynn Nightlife and Framework have unveiled an action-packed lineup for this fall’s Art Of The Wild event, which will celebrate the bi-annual music festival’s 10th edition. Taking place Thursday, Oct. 31 through Sunday, Nov. 3 at the iconic nightlife destination XS Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas, Art of the Wild’s upcoming installment will expand from... Read more »
Recondite announces melancholic yet hopeful ‘INDIFFERENT’ LP & release launch party at ADE, hosted by NDSM
Esteemed German producer Recondite recently announced his upcoming ‘INDIFFERENT’ LP, which he is launching with a release party hosted by NDSM at ADE on October 18th. “The word INDIFFERENT reflects what I often felt in recent times. Not just a feeling but a desire for things less pointed. It seems to be a general zeitgeist... Read more »