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Netflix's release of “I'm Tim” offers a profound glimpse into the duality of Avicii's life as both a global superstar and a deeply introspective individual.

Anyma's Las Vegas Sphere residency is less a concert series was one of the hottest moments of 2024 for EDM. As the first electronic artist to headline the futuristic venue, Anyma has elevated what could've been a standard DJ set into a dazzling multisensory odyssey. Titled “Afterlife Presents Anyma: The End of Genesys,” the residency marries Anyma's signature cybertronic techno sound with jaw-dropping visuals, weaving a narrative about humanity's uneasy embrace of technology—a theme as relevant as ever in 2024.

Kannibalen Records brings a festive thunderstorm to the holiday season with their latest release, “All I Want For Christmas Is Bass Vol. 8.” Tthe compilation delivers a hefty collection of tracks designed to shake up winter celebrations. A mix of new and familiar names contributes to this year's edition, offering a broad array of styles that ensure something for every bass enthusiast. From dubstep's raw intensity to the energetic rhythms of bass house, the LP strikes a balance between the cinematic and the forceful.

Justice and Dom Dolla, two pivotal figures in electronic music, are officially slated for Bonnaroo 2025. Justice, the Parisian duo that helped shape the early 2010s electronic movement in the United States, has cultivated a sound that stands apart as its own universe. Meanwhile, Dom Dolla’s ascent from Melbourne’s underground scene to global prominence is […]

Axtone Records is stepping into a new chapter as founder and DJ Axwell hands over the reins. The label, recognized for defining moments in electronic dance music, has been sold to Pophouse Entertainment. Along with the sale, Axwell has resigned from his role as Director, leaving fans and insiders curious about the label's next steps. Pophouse, which manages industry giants like Avicii and Swedish House Mafia, now carries the responsibility of preserving Axtone's legacy.

Force Fields Festival is set to make its extraterrestrial debut in Cadott, Wisconsin, on June 6-7, 2025. This brand-new event is the brainchild of Chippewa Valley Music Festivals, the masterminds behind Rock Fest and Hoofbeat, now leaning into Wisconsin's UFO lore with an alien-themed EDM extravaganza. With its promise of “mind-bending visuals” and “awe-inspiring production,” Force Fields positions itself as a standout entry in the Midwest's festival circuit. The event's theme draws inspiration from Cadott's local folklore, where stories of unexplained lights and mysterious sightings have intrigued residents for decades, making it a perfect setting for an alien invasion-themed festival.

“Another Life” by NOTD marks a sparkling return to their signature lush-pop vibe, this time sprinkled with a dash of hyperpop flair. The track feels like a warm breeze on a summer day—inviting, refreshing, and impossible to resist. Bursting with heart-stealing melodies and upbeat energy, NOTD continues to prove they've mastered the art of making joy sound effortless.

Mathame is set to bring their cutting-edge electronic performance to Las Vegas this Friday, January 10, 2025, as they debut alongside Anyma at the Sphere. The highly anticipated event promises a groundbreaking combination of sound and visuals, becoming one of many epic shows during this legendary residency that's currently happening at the Sphere.

“Bender Til the Morning” hits all the tech house pleasure centers with a smooth, nightlife energy, clean percussion, and a personality that feels entirely its own. Paired with fun-loving, go-all-out album art, the track perfectly captures Juan Hamilton's sense of spontaneity and living in the moment – at least that's the impression that hits me.