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Goldenvoice Threatens To Move Coachella, Cancelling 2014 Event

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Goldenvoice, the California based promotion company behind Coachella is threatening to move the massive event out of Indio in response to a proposed admissions tax. The Desert Sun obtained private text messages where Skip Paige, Goldenvoice Vice President, told an Indio official about his plans to move Coachella from the ci...

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Datsik Celebrates His 24th Birthday At EDC Las Vegas

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Since his 2009 debut, Datsik has made a name for himself with his blend of hip-hop inspired, bass heavy dubstep. In the second episode of Datsik Diaries he celebrates his 24th birthday popping bottles with 12th planet, getting caked by Steve Aoki, and hitting the shooting range with Borgore. Reckless, raw, and intimate thi...

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Pete Tong’s Interview With Swedish House Mafia Will Air Tonight On BBC Radio 1 (Update)

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Pete Tong's anticipated interview with the Swedish House Mafia airs tonight on his BBC Radio 1 Show. Be sure to catch the candid interview where the group discussed their current tour and plans post split. Although the members will be pursuing their individual careers, the possibility for future studio releases remains...

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Paul van Dyk feat. Arty – The Ocean [Official Video]

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Five years after In Between, Grammy Award winning producer Paul van Dyk thrilled fans with the release of his highly anticipated album, Evolution. He collaborated with Arty on the single, The Ocean. As we previously described, the release is "warm, evocative, and memorable. This dream collaboration resulted in a beautiful t...

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Live Nation Adds Hard Events To Their EDM Roster

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Hard is a national music festival, music cruise and concert brand founded by Gary Richards in 2007. Richards is the creative force behind Hard Summer Tour, Hard Haunted Mansion, and Holy Ship! cruise. Since it's inception, the Los Angeles based company has promoted high-profile electronic, rock and alternative acts while al...

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Spotify Launches New Tiësto App

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Spotify's goal is “to partner with artists to create the best possible experience". Users can already browse artists, labels, genres, and playlists while discovering new music, but the new Artist Apps will include unprecedented access to their favorite artists. According to Mixmag, Tiësto's new Clubland app will feat...

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Billboard Writer Kerri Mason Educates EDM’s Young Fans

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What are the elements that epitomize the electronic dance music experience? What are the essential qualities that make a DJ's performance a lifelong memory? Since Pete Tong first expressed his sentiments of the rapid commercialization of electronic music, countless critics have weighed in discussing the future and presen...

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Mad Decent Block Party 2012 Dates Announced

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It's that time of year again! Mad Decent, the iconic indie label spearheaded by Diplo, is back with the next installment of their infamous traveling block parties. The party sets off July 28th in Toronto before making its way to New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, and Los Angeles. Attendees can create customized shirts in the ...

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Diplo – Set It Off [Mad Decent]

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Diplo's forthcoming EP, Express Yourself will drop June 12th on Mad Decent. Fans have been on the edge of their seats waiting for a follow-up to 2004's critically acclaimed, Florida. Express Yourself is another eclectic collection of genre-blending collaborations from GTA, Nicky Da B, and Datsik.  His new single Set I...

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Jay-Z Moves To The Forefront Of The EDM “Revolution”

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Billboard Magazine sat down with hip-hop's billionaire mogul, Jay-Z to discuss his recent business venture with Budweiser's Made in America Festival and the future of his career following the birth of his daughter. A trendsetter in his own right, Sean Carter has built a career through strategic business choices that have pl...

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Hook N’ Sling Feat. Evermore – Surrender [Spinnin']

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Australian born Anthony Maniscalco has collaborated with the biggest names in EDM as DJ/Producer/Remixer, Hook N' Sling. He transformed the warm, evocative lyrics of Angus & Julia Stone's Big Jet Plane into the melodic club anthem, Take You Higher . His new release Surrender , has early support from Thomas Gold and ...

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A-Trak & Dillon Francis – Money Makin’ [Fool's Gold] [Preview]

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Moombahton mastermind Dillion Francis teams up with A-Trak on the new release, Money Makin' . The dynamic duo incorporate 80's inspired samples into their breezy new single making the track both danceable and fun. Money Makin' will drop May 22nd on A-Trak's label, Fool's Gold. Be sure to check out the hilarious preview...

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Sebastian Ingrosso Refune Radio Episode #004

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Sebastian Ingrosso's Refune Radio returns with its fourth installment of murderous dance floor killers.This electronic eargasm features explosive releases from Dirty South, Dyro, Qulinez, and Porter Robinson. Listen as Ingrosso discuses his admiration for Deniz Koyu, one of his favorite producers. Ingrosso praises Koyu's ab...

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Free Download: Jaytech Overdrive (2012 Remix) [Anjunabeats]

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Start your weekend with the futuristic sounds of Overdrive (2012 Remix) courtesy of Jaytech. A member of the Anjunabeats alum, this man is a classically trained pianist known for deep melodies and electronic grooves. He has developed into a prolific producer whose originality is a breathe of fresh air amongst a sea of ca...

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Behind The Scenes: Axtone Presents Thomas Gold

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Thomas Gold is in Los Angeles preparing to unleash his first Axtone compilation, an impressive selection of progressive hits with special guests Laidback Luke, Steve Aoki, David Guetta, and Axwell himself. Although it was difficult for Gold's management to clear his remixes of Judas and Set Fire To The Rain, the monumen...

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Sensation America Announcement Coming May 31st

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The 'Ocean Of White' is finally coming to America! On May 31st, Sensation America will be hosting their event announcement and launch party. This indoor extravaganza first emerged as a trance event in 2000 and has since evolved to focus on house and electro DJs. It has been rumored Sensation will land on American soil Octob...

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Above & Beyond Official Group Therapy After Movie + Mat Zo – The Sky [Preview]

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Critics have been vocal regarding trance and its place and popularity amongst other EDM genres. Iconic acts like Above & Beyond continue to prove the genre will withstand the scrutiny because their legions of faithful and devoted fans have supported them for over a decade. Miami's Bayfront Park Amphitheater was the epi...

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James Egbert – Back To New (3LAU Remix) [Fuzion Muzik]

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It's been less than a year since his first dj performance and James Egbert has already played alongside Skrillex, Wolfgang Gartner, and Avicii. His debut album, In The Beginning is about to launch his career and the album's phenomenal single Back To New is rapidly climbing the Beatport Charts. The stand-out remix comes fr...

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Kaskade At Ultra Music Festival

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Voted America's Best DJ by DJ Times and Pioneer, Kaskade knows how to live up to his hype. If you missed all the madness down in Miami, go behind the scenes of his Ultra Music Festival performance. This intimate montage also features an incredible acoustic cover of Eyes. Currently, Fire & Ice has featured nine Top 10 hi...

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Complex Magazine Reveals The 10 Sexiest Women In EDM

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What do you get when you mix Beauty and Beats? Complex Magazine's list of The 10 Sexiest Women In EDM. These talented DJs, Producers, and Vocalists have established their rightful place at the forefront of a male dominated industry. Nadia Ali, Nervo, and Wynter Gordon all made the list with Tania Zygar coming in at number o...

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John Dahlback – Rebels [Free Download]

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Swedish mastermind John Dalhback has blessed his Facebook fans with a free download of Rebels. This raw delicacy comes equipped with the soulful  build and ripping breakdown that has come to define the Dahlback sound. While the heavier progression is a departure from his recent disco-inspired releases like Start Lovin' You...

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Netsky – Come Alive [Official Video]

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It's hard to believe it's already been a year since Netsky's Everyday made him a poster-boy for the drum and bass genre. Today the Belgian producer released the official video for his second single, Come Alive off his highly anticipates second album (due the end of June). This video gives a special behind the scenes look in...

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Maor Levi – Won’t Say No [Anjunabeats]

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Following his spectacular remix of the classic Super 8 song Alba, Israeli born Maor Levi returns with the incredible original production, Won't Say No. Elegant piano vibes combine with deep grooves resulting in a release that is equally hypnotizing and ethereal. Best of all, the sweeping breakdown gives way to a surge of t...

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Major Lazer – Party Shot (ETC!ETC! Remix) [Free Download]

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Upbeat breakdowns and catchy vocals are the driving force behind this new Major Lazor release, Party Shot. Dancehall recording artist Popcaan lends his vocals to this percussive Moombahton party-starter. This remix comes courtesy of LA producer ETC!ETC! who already has support from Diplo, Dillon Francis, and Steve Aoki. Tu...

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Skrillex, Diplo, And A-Track Will Remix Michael Jackson For New Pepsi Campaign

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Pepsi and Coca-Cola have staged an all out battle, using the biggest names in the music industry to improve upon their brand images. This on going battle has been dubbed "The Cola Wars" and this summer Coca-Cola plans to launch one of their largest ad campaigns to date called Move To The Beat. As a direct response, Pepsi ...

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Don Diablo – Silent Shadows (Qulinez Remix) [Columbia]

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Amsterdam based DJ/Producer Don Diablo credits"freak accidents" as the driving force behind his illustrious sounds, but make no mistake his new release Silent Shadows is pure talent at work. Now, Diablo's vision is fantastically reworked through a new dubstep inspired remix courtesy of Quilnez. Fresh off their tremendous ...

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John Dahlbäck Explains Why Swedish Producers Are Dominating The Scene

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Avicii, Adam Beyer, Adrian Lux, Dada Life, Alesso, and the list goes on. It's difficult to look at any chart, tune into any podcast, or enter any club and not hear a popular release from a Swedish-born DJ. While it is obvious these talented artists are ruling the Electronic Music scene, many wonder what inherent quality is ...

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Nicky Romero – BBC Radio 1, Essential Mix [Free Download]

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Three years ago Nicky Romero released My Friends and today he remains at the forefront of the Dutch House revolution. His guest mix on Pete Tong's iconic Essential Mix culminated in a vivacious two hour set that took listeners on a non-stop, energetic ride through his favorite hard-hitting Electro tunes. Romero describe...

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Cazzette – Beam Me Up (Kill Mode)

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Alexander Björklund and Sebastian Furrer are the Swedish production powerhouse duo behind Cazzette. Their remixes of Sending My Love, Levels, and Believe It captivated electronic fans around the world and now Cazzette is ready to put Dub House on the map with their latest release, Beam Me Up. This blissful delight samples ...

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Kaskade At Coachella [Free Download]

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One month from today, Kaskade will embark on his much anticipated Freaks Of Nature Tour at the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas. His ability to seduce fans with a complex arrangement of downtempo vocals and electro mash-ups has come to exemplify his spectacular live performances. You can experience the raw energy of Kaskad...

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