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Grab your confetti cannons, because Alesso is officially off the market. The Swedish hitmaker tied the knot with Erin Michelle in Italy, and if the guest list is anything to go by, this wasn't just a wedding it was basically a Tomorrowland afterparty.

Global Underground has spent thirty years trying to bottle a very specific moment. Now, to mark its 30 year anniversary, the label is releasing "THIRTY". Thirty brand new, exclusive tracks from thirty different contemporary artists, out September 25th, 2026. Rather than lean on nostalgia, Global Underground commissioned an entirely new body of work, making it arguably the label's most symbolic release in years.

YouTube and TikTok have both added their names to flashy concert events to branch further out in With the debut of a new L-Acoustics 360° spatial audio system and Don Diablo setting the tone for its next chapter, one of Europe's most influential venues is once again betting on the future. On Friday, June 12th, the doors of the iconic Bootshaus opened onto the Mülheim harbour in Cologne for what was coined as the latest chapter in a story that began on these same docks more than three deca

A Summer That Changed Everything For many people, summer festivals are the highlight of the year. They are places where thousands of strangers come together to celebrate music, friendship, and freedom. This year, however, Europe has experienced something very different. Instead of worrying about rain or thunderstorms, organisers have been forced to deal with record-breaking temperatures that have pushed public safety to its limits. The cancellation of Defqon.1, one of the world's largest har

Inside Alden Song’s journey through electronic music With the debut of a new L-Acoustics 360° spatial audio system and Don Diablo setting the tone for its next chapter, one of Europe's most influential venues is once again betting on the future. On Friday, June 12th, the doors of the iconic Bootshaus opened onto the Mülheim harbour in Cologne for what was coined as the latest chapter in a story that began on these same docks more than three deca

From June 11-13 2026, David Guetta brought his most ambitious live production to date to Stade d With the debut of a new L-Acoustics 360° spatial audio system and Don Diablo setting the tone for its next chapter, one of Europe's most influential venues is once again betting on the future. On Friday, June 12th, the doors of the iconic Bootshaus opened onto the Mülheim harbour in Cologne for what was coined as the latest chapter in a story that began on these same docks more than three deca

As Bootshaus celebrated 22 years at the heart of Cologne nightlife, the club isn't looking back. With the debut of a new L-Acoustics 360° spatial audio system and Don Diablo setting the tone for its next chapter, one of Europe's most influential venues is once again betting on the future. On Friday, June 12th, the doors of the iconic Bootshaus opened onto the Mülheim harbour in Cologne for what was coined as the latest chapter in a story that began on these same docks more than three deca

The Dancefloor Should Never Become a Luxury Music has always been one of the most powerful forces for bringing people together. Whether it is a sweaty club night, a massive festival field, or an intimate live show, these spaces create something that is increasingly rare in modern life: genuine connection. They give people a place to belong, to celebrate, to escape, and to share moments with complete strangers who become part of the same story for a few hours

The streaming giant is quietly making moves that could change how millions of fans experience live music without ever leaving home. The future is taking shape in a whole new way via the most popular music streaming platform Spotify. Imagine this, it's a sweltering July weekend, Lollapalooza is in full swing in Chicago, and your favourite artist is about to headline the main stage. You're not there but you're watching every second of it, live, directly inside the app you already use to stream

She sells out stadiums on every continent. So when Taylor Swift's legal team files a motion to dismiss your lawsuit and calls it "merely the Plaintiff's latest attempt to generate publicity" it stings not just personally, but in a way that will resonate with every independent artist who has ever felt drowned out by a bigger name.

Spotify makes a big milestone this year and turns 20 this month, and to mark the special occasion it has launched Spotify 20: Your Party of the Year. A nostalgic look back at your entire history as a user of the well known platform. Think Wrapped, but zoomed all the way out.

Berlin Atonal and Unsound unite for their most ambitious collaboration yet. A continuous, immersive event where the line between audience, participant and dreamer combine into one unique experience. There is a particular kind of exhaustion that belongs only to Berlin. For most festival-goers, this is the moment you start to feel that cave in moment, stumbling back to a hotel room after hours of dancing and screaming and then setting an alarm you know you will likely not hear. Berlin Atonal

There's always that well known moment around 3am. on a Friday night when a new track is released and the internet collapses into a frenzy. Streams spike. Social media explodes. And now, apparently, financial markets are reacting too.

There was a time when festivals were defined by unpredictability. You showed up without a fixed plan, followed the sound of something interesting, and stayed because it felt right. The memory formed first, and whatever you shared afterward was simply an attempt to hold onto it.

A decade in the making, it appears that one of dance music's most in demand songs could finally be seeing the light of day. Martin Garrix and Ed Sheeran sent fans into a frenzy after the Dutch DJ took to Instagram Live to play a short clip of their long-shelved collaboration 'Rewind, Repeat It' the closest thing to an official confirmation the dance world has ever had on the track.

A growing number of European venues are refusing to host the rapper and producer amid ongoing controversy over his antisemitic remarks.

A detailed set of public accusations has recently emerged within the electronic music scene, centering on the well known artist Avaion and a woman who identifies herself as his former partner. In a video lasting over an hour, supported by written posts and shared material, she outlines what she describes as a pattern of abuse spanning roughly five years.

Rüfüs Du Sol opened what they are calling their biggest European tour in Düsseldorf, and if this first night is any indication, they have set the bar uncomfortably high for every city that follows. The evening unfolded with a sense of careful pacing, beginning with a short but immersive set from SG Lewis that quietly pulled the crowd into a different headspace before the main act ever stepped on stage.

Ticket prices at major UK festivals have risen by as much as 40% over the past decade and line-ups have grown increasingly predictable, a new generation of dance music fans is voting with their feet and choosing somewhere smaller and far more intimate.

Ticketmaster has become the latest music related company to launch a ChatGPT integration, hoping to capitalise on the growing number of people using AI chatbots as their most primary search tool and in doing so, may have fired the starting gun on a revolution in how we discover live events.

In the spring of 1999, a music festival quietly emerged in the California desert. Set against the dusty backdrop of Indio, not far from Palm Springs, Coachella was never supposed to become what it is today.

Ibiza is often a misunderstood place. To the average holidaymaker, this small Balearic island is often associated with similar destinations like Magaluf and Zante, well known for cheap drinks, day parties, and bold nightlife. But for those who truly understand the dance music culture, Ibiza represents something far more significant.

Electronic Dance Music, or EDM, is often associated with neon lights, bass drops, and packed festival grounds, but its impact goes deeper than entertainment. Recent research suggests that listening to EDM and attending music festivals can have real mental health benefits. From boosting happiness to reducing stress, EDM offers a mix of emotional release, social connection, and physical movement that can improve overall well-being.

As the live music landscape continues to shift beyond traditional touring models, ATG Entertainment has unveiled ATG Live, a new division focused on concerts, comedy, and one-off events across the United States, led by Senior Vice President Erik Newson.

Ultra Miami closed out 2026 in the usual spectacular fashion, delivering a line-up of heavyweight artists that produced moments few in attendance will soon forget. From what many are already calling the greatest set Swedish House Mafia have ever performed, to John Summit launching himself into the crowd during the euphoric final moments of his closing slot, to Amelie Lens and Sara Landry uniting for a back to back that has since taken on a life of its own across social media and well beyond

One minute you're in the routine of everyday life. Next, you're standing in a field in rural Belgium, staring up at a stage the size of a small office block, surrounded by people from every continent on earth.

Few artists in recent electronic music have acted as a gateway quite like John Summit. Since his breakout around 2020, he has not only become one of the most visible names in house music, but also one of its most culturally influential. Publications like Rolling Stone have gone as far as calling him “the hottest name in dance music,” reflecting both his reach and relevance.

The Wasserman Agency has officially rebranded to The·Team. This marks a dramatic turning point for one of the most influential talent manager firms operating across music, sport and entertainment.

In the last decade, electronic music hasn’t just become a staple of the mainstream festival landscape it has become a dominant force.

By 2015, Martin Garrix had already conquered electronic music. After breaking through at just 17 with the global festival anthem “Animals”