Ellie Mullins

The British DJ and producer has just announced the news of a new record label, along with the first official release. After a big couple of years playing at some of the most iconic festivals in Europe and edging closer and closer to 1M followers on social media, Fish56Octagon is taking the next big leap in his growing career, and has announced a record label. Titled Octagon Discs, the label is in partnership with Another Rhythm which has previously seen releases from the likes of Jax Jones, HUGEL, JADED and many more.

From the creators of Monkey Project, UNFORBIDDEN made its anticipated debut in Bonus Parkorman, Istanbul with the likes of Jamie Jones, Marco Carola, Loco Dice and many more. There’s a new festival on the circuit, and its debut edition has already made some big waves in the electronic events scene. Based in Bonus Parkorman, Istanbul, UNFORBIDDEN Festival is aiming to put the Turkish city on the map as a hot new festival and entertainment destination, and the debut edition has proved this beyond a doubt. UNFORBIDDEN is ran by Monkey Project, an events company who partners with the likes of Afterlife and Diynamic, whilst also putting on their own events.

The DJ Awards, set to take place this October in Ibiza, have announced the lineup for the Afterparty. Click here to read more.

The new track from Armin van Buuren comes as a remake of the track of the same name by legendary composer Vangelis. Firing on all cylinders when it comes to the release radar lately, Armin van Buuren has been pleasing fans with a steady stream of singles this year. His latest, however, takes the remake route. ‘Pulstar ‘is directly inspired by iconic composer Vangelis ‘track of the same name, first released on the 1976 album ‘Albedo 0.39 ‘.

The DJ Awards made a massive return in 2024, heading to Club Chinois in Ibiza. Read on to find out all the winners.

Sebastian Ingrosso has been working on new solo material, as premiered by Pete Tong on BBC Radio 1 last night.

Reinier Zonneveld and Scooter have caused waves in the scene with their powerful hit 'Mom Was On Tequila'. Listen to it here.

Back again next October, Amsterdam Dance Event has revealed its dates for the monumental 30th edition. Amsterdam Dance Event 2025 is already gearing up to be one of the biggest editions yet, coinciding with its huge 30th edition. Although ADE 2024 has just ended, the organisation has wasted no time in ensuring that everyone gets their plans together for the following year.

I can’t help but feel very existential about it all,” says Skrillex in a series of recent tweets that reveal future plans. In a string of posts on his X account, Skrillex has revealed what his future looks like for his career, dropping a bombshell that he will also be leaving his label Atlantic Records, who he has been tied to since the early days of his career.

Following previous successful events, ASOT will return to London for an all-day event next Summer. A State Of Trance is bringing its showcase back to the UK capital of London next year for a special, one day only event. 2023 saw the inaugural edition of the festival, being completely sold out. Bringing the likes of MORTEN, Gareth Emery, Vini Vici and of course, head honcho Armin van Buuren, this second edition will be ASOT’s only UK show in 2025.