BREAKAWAY North Carolina 2024
This year’s Breakaway North Carolina was a testament to how music, community, and resilience can transform a weekend into something unforgettable. Despite Hurricane Helen attempti [...]
Breakaway Bay Area 2024: A Music Festival to Remember
Breakaway Bay Area was once again hosted at Bill Graham in San Francisco. It was an unforgettable weekend that united fans under the stars with some of the hottest acts in electro [...]
Neon Owl x Nikademis Interview | Goldrush 2024
We had the honor to catch up with Nikademis, also known as Nick Liuzzi, during Gold Rush Music Festival. We last got the chance to speak with him at Groove Cruise this past Januar [...]
Why Arizona’s Music Scene is Underrated
Gold Rush Music Festival was one for the books and kicked off Arizona’s festival season. While most states conduct their festival seasons in the summer months (May-September), Ari [...]
Afterlife Presents Anyma at Sphere: The Ultimate New Year’s Eve Show
On December 31, 2024, witness the perfect culmination of technological forces with Afterlife presents Anyma ‘The End of Genesys,’ a captivating and unique event at Sphere in Las V [...]
Subtronics Bringing the Summer Heatwave – Shows & Releases
Subtronics has been on fire lately. In 2023, he was crowned “Best DJ” by DJ Mag for their Best of North America Awards and was the only electronic music act to make Pollstar’s Top [...]
Groove Cruise 2025: Your Ultimate Guide to an Unforgettable Voyage
Get ready for the sold-out Groove Cruise 2025, happening from Thursday, January 23, to Sunday, January 27! This year, Groove Cruise will make history as the largest music cruise e [...]
TLUXX: From Heartbreak to High Energy Euphoria
When I got to sit down and chat with TLUXX (Brian Johnson) for our zoom interview, I told him “even though this interview is scheduled for an hour time block, our interviews are u [...]
Road to Verknipt ArenA: Techno’s Most Anticipated Event in 2024
Verknipt brings us a glimpse into the creation of the techno scene’s most anticipated event in 2024 with new video series, Road to Verknipt ArenA - The “Road to Verknipt ArenA” vi [...]
Callie Reiff Shares New Single “Special” Out Now on Dim Mak
Out now on Dim Mak, Callie Reiff’s “Special” is a vocal-driven Tech House track featuring Callie’s seductive spoken word over rave-inspired 909 hats, reverbed synth plucks, and a [...]
Bexxie Shares Her New Single: “Gotta Be Real” Out Now
The resurgence of nineties-inspired sounds in dance music has been thrilling, and Bexxie's latest single, "Gotta Be Real," captures that nostalgic vibe perfectly. This track scrat [...]
Genix Presents: ‘YOU.ME.NOW’ | A Euphoric Journey
At a time when the UK club scene is embracing the euphoric energy of 90s rave, ‘YOU.ME.NOW’ is an album that is perfectly suited for the here and now. Genix’s second studio album [...]
T78 x Sam Wolfe’s Latest: ‘Can U Relate’, the Hard-Hitting Techno Collab We’ve Been Waiting For
The collab we have been waiting to get our hands on is finally out on Beatport and all streaming platforms! Italian techno legend T78, aka Manuele Tessarollo, has teamed up with e [...]
Kiesza’s Transformative Return With “Dancing and Crying: Vol 1”
Kiesza’s triumphant return to the music scene is marked by the release of her deeply personal album "Dancing And Crying, Vol. 1," now available on Zebra Spirit Tribe. This album i [...]
Catching Up with Truth x Lies: A Decade of Music and Mastery
Few names resonate as distinctly as Truth and Lies. Celebrating ten years in the industry, the musical duo reflects on a journey marked by evolution, resilience, and a relentless [...]
Billy Gillies Is Building an Amazing Comeback for Trance
Robert Miles’ Children has always been the record that I bring up whenever I’m asked about what pulled me into dance music. It’s probably safe to say, whether you may not realize [...]
Danny Olson: A Trailblazer in Cinematic Bass
In the heart of Los Angeles pulses the creative force of Danny Olson, a composer, electronic music producer, and DJ whose fusion of classical elegance and electronic dynamism defi [...]
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The Hard Techno world just reached NEW BOUNDARIES with the launch of Verknipt Records!
Hard techno lovers will want to brace yourselves for this year! It’s already a massive year for techno, and to add onto that, global hard techno powerhouse and promoter Verknipt i [...]
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Mia Moretti: Musical Fusion Lights up Miami
In a moment of calm amongst the chaos of Miami Music Week 2024, a jazz band packs up their instruments after their set in a swanky cocktail bar. Watching this sight, you’d be hard [...]
Elohim: a Radiant Beacon of Humanity, Love, and Light
It is often said that an artist’s community is a reflection of their essence and persona. Through our conversations, we can undeniably confirm that this is true for the multi-tale [...]
Sherm and Hood Politics: It’s All About the Community
At Miami Music Week 2024, we had the pleasure to sit down with Sherm, house producer/DJ, label A&R and manager for Hood Politics Records, and podcaster. Only thirty feet away [...]
Bringing the Energy to Groove Cruise from SoCal: Highlnd
LA-based Elliot Sorgen, who goes by the name Highlnd, has been on a hot streak lately. Inspired by the vibrancy of his home city, Highlnd has showcased his unique, high-octane ble [...]
Anyma’s Highly Anticipated Genesys II Has Been Worth The Wait
The wait for Anyma’s next big album is finally over and it is certainly worth the wait. Out now on Afterlife/Interscope Records, ‘Genesys II’ is double-side LP that includes seven [...]
Cristoph’s Latest EP “Solpaz/Fading” Are Killer Additions to His Discography
Cristoph has continued to make waves in the dance music scene and his journey to global stardom is a tale of passion and hard work, underpinned by a supreme talent and energy that [...]
Behind the Decks with Max Low: Riding the Tech-House Wave
Max Low blasts onto the scene, igniting the tech-house domain with electrifying productions and live performances that pulse with contagious energy. From swirling espresso martini [...]
Chillin’ and Vibin’ with San Pacho
Hailing from Croatia to Chicago for his love of house music, San Pacho is renowned for his superior style and quality in tech house. Supported by major artists in the scene such a [...]
Ultra Music Festival 2024: A Sonic Journey through the Heart of EDM
Nestled amidst the towering skyscrapers of Downtown Miami and bordered by the picturesque Biscayne Bay, Ultra Music Festival returned to the iconic Bayfront Park for its 2024 edit [...]
Nikademis: Behind the Dark and Mysterious Soundscapes
This past Groove Cruise 2024, we got a chance to sit down with our friend Nikademis, aka Nick Liuzzi. Having recently garnered support from some of the biggest names in dance, inc [...]
Lunar Lullabies: Pulse brings the Spring Festival to Avant Gardner
On February 18th and 19th, we had the opportunity to attend one of the most thrilling events of the year so far: the Spring Festival Lunar New Year Celebration at Avant Gardner in [...]
The syence Behind the Beats: A Spirited Chat with Music Mavericks
In a whirlwind of neon lights and infectious beats, the dynamic duo of syence (consisting of Zach Montoya and Brayden James) took the stage at Countdown NYE 2023, where we caught [...]
At the Center of the World: Manila Killa
We had the pleasure of chatting with Manila Killa, aka Chris, where he took us on a deep dive into his musical journey, shedding light on the challenges he faced, the importance o [...]
MYRNE: Interview with a Creative Chameleon
We had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the multi-talented MYRNE, aka Manfred Lim, after his Countdown NYE 2023 appearance. His performance, alongside his long-time friend M [...]
BEAUZ strikes again with breakthrough artist Isaac Palmer & AINA for “Can’t Get You Out of My Head”
In a whirlwind of musical innovation, 23-year-old prodigy Isaac Palmer electrifies the electronic music realm with his debut hyper-techno masterpiece. Drawing inspiration from Kyl [...]
Electric Forest 2024 – Plug In Slates Announced!
Do you want to win a free ticket to Electric Forest AND have your creativity showcased at the festival? Well, you’re in luck, because Electric Forest has revealed the full slate o [...]
Years of War Begins to Boldly Rewrite Their Story
After a decade as Rico & Miella, husband and wife duo Rico and Michelle Caruso have closed a musical chapter, to write an entirely new vision as Years of War. I am fortunate e [...]
Kick Off West Coast Spring Fests at CRSSD
CRSSD, San Diego’s vibrant music festival, combines the coastal charm of Southern California with a soundtrack of house and techno. Set against the stunning backdrop of Waterfront [...]
Spring Festival: Lunar New Year Celebration: SLANDER, Alan Walker, Trivecta at Avant Gardner
Pulse Events reveals stacked Phase 2 lineup for second edition of Spring Festival: Lunar New Year Celebration What So Not, Trivecta, Henry Fong, 4B, and more join previously-annou [...]
Neon Owl x Dreamstate: Dustin Husain Interview
During this year’s magical Dreamstate festival in Long Beach, we got the opportunity to interview Socal’s own Trance force, Dustin Husain. Dustin has emerged onto the scene with [...]
Neon Owl x Dreamstate: Matt Fax Interview
Fresh after his set this past Dreamstate in Long Beach, we had the opportunity to interview the French champion in today's Progressive arena: Matt Fax (David Ciekanski). His late [...]
Neon Owl x Dreamstate: Miyuki Interview
This past November, we caught up with Miyuki, the “The Doctor DJ,” who left her career in science to pursue her lifelong passion of music. This was clearly the right choice, as t [...]
Neon Owl x Dreamstate: Somna Interview
Shortly after his Dreamstate set, we got the chance to chat with Somna, one of Canada’s leading Trance artists. Known for fusing together traditional mixing with current technolo [...]
Galactica Festival Launches New Label: Galactica Music; Debut Release ‘Icarius Vol. 1’
Italy’s iconic Galactica Festival just made another mark in the techno scene with the launch of its very own record label, Galactica Music. Renowned as one of the biggest leading [...]
Neon Owl x Egzod: Insomniac Countdown 2023
Picture this: Exo, with his beats echoing through the air, thought he had time he saved to drop his favorite song, only to be hit with the revelation that his time was up! Talk ab [...]
Unmasking the Magic of DEEPFAKE: An Exclusive Interview at Freaky Deaky
In the world of electronic dance music, few names have sparked as much intrigue and innovation as DEEPFAKE, the Detroit-based artist duo known for their groundbreaking sounds and [...]
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Neon Owl x Dreamstate: NilSix Interview
Amidst the excitement of Dreamstate’s premier at the Queen Mary, we found a place aboard the ship to sit and chat with nilsix, the duo made up of well-established Trance artists Ø [...]
Drum & Bass is Lifting Off Stateside with ÆON:MODE
While most EDM fans know Blanke for his discography full of high-energy midtempo, dubstep, and melodic bass, the Australian producer is now speeding into drum & bass territory [...]
SABAI Finds His ‘Ikigai’ via Music
Gene, or SABAI as he's affectionately known, has embarked on a truly awe-inspiring journey that resonates with the depths of human emotion. Born in Thailand, he moved to Canada wi [...]
Lights! Lasers! Aliens! A Countdown NYE 2023 Review
Lights! Aliens! Lasers! Wait, is that how the saying goes? At least in the extraterrestrial winter wonderland of Countdown Festival 2023 it is. The yearly festival’s interstellar [...]
RING THE NEW YEAR OUT OF SPACE AT COUNTDOWN NYE!
Electrifying Lineup The Insomniac Countdown 2023 will boast a stellar lineup that will leave attendees buzzing with excitement. Renowned DJs and electronic music artists from aro [...]
Neon Owl x Dreamstate: MaRLo Interview
We were fortunate this past Dreamstate to be able to briefly sit down and catch up with Trance powerhouse MaRLo, who’s had an incredible year selling out his own “Altitude” shows, [...]
Neon Owl’s Spooky Spectacle at Freaky Deaky 2023: A Hauntingly Good Time Austin, Texas
As the Halloween spirits crept through the streets of Austin, the city brimmed with an electrifying buzz, hosting the fifth-anniversary debut of Freaky Deaky at the Travis County [...]
Groove Cruise Makes History with Exciting Announcements for 2025
Since its inception in 2004, Groove Cruise has grown to become the largest music cruise event in history. Just ahead of its sold-out 20th Anniversary sailing this coming January [...]
ALLEYCVT’s ‘GLITCH’ Bewitches Freaky Deaky
In the eerie heart of Austin, Texas, amidst the Halloween festivities of Freaky Deaky, we had the thrill of interviewing the enigmatic ALLEYCVT, an artist whose energy is as infec [...]
Beats and Banter: A Conversation with Sam Wolfe and JD Farrell
During Imagine Festival 2023, we had the opportunity to chat with Atlanta-based Sam Wolfe and JD Farrell shortly after their b2b set, where the Atlanta natives, in their own words [...]
Finding Her Frequency: Leah Culver’s Journey
Get ready to meet the multi-talented force of nature that is Leah Culver. We were lucky enough to score a chat with this gifted DJ, producer, singer, songwriter, and instrumentali [...]
Dreamstate: What to Expect and Who to See at Insomniac’s Flagship Trance Festival
As someone who has attended Dreamstate the past two years, I hold this festival near-and-dear to my heart. I have had nothing short of an amazing time both years I have attended. [...]
ShockOne: Drumming Up a Storm
During Imagine Festival, we had the wonderful opportunity of sitting down with ShockOne (real name Karl Thomas) for an interview after his set at the Monstercat Stage (which by th [...]
Seismic Sets & Song Recommendations: Who to See at the 6.0 Edition of Austin’s Premier House and Techno Festival
We’re days away from the 6.0 edition of Austin’s premier boutique house & techno festival, Seismic Dance Event. The festival, curated by RealMusic Events, will take place Nov [...]
Neon Owl x Ezoo: Nostalgix Interview
We had the chance to sit down and chat with Nostalgix before her main stage performance at this year’s Electric Zoo, where we discussed everything from music to fitness, and what [...]
Neon Owl x Ezoo: OddKidOut Interview
Butch (OddKidOut) sat down with us shortly after his set at this year’s Electric Zoo, a set which marked his first main stage performance at a festival. We discussed that and many [...]
No Tricks, Just Treats: What We’re Most Excited About for Freaky Deaky 2023
With Halloween just around the corner, Americans will flock to parties and events of all kinds, but not many can match the sheer scale and spectacle of themed dance music festival [...]
EXCLUSIVE ADE Event: James Hype & Meduza Presents: ’Our House’
The iconic Hembrugterrein in Amsterdam Noord will feature an exclusive ADE event on October 20th called ‘Our House’, a powerhouse collaborative concept between James Hype and Medu [...]
Mau P’s ‘Dress Code’ Marks his Black Book Records Debut
While a dress code defines clothing expectations based on social norms, Mau P’s intent for his Black Book Records debut track, ‘Dress Code,’ is to celebrate the exact opposite. “I [...]
Electric Zoo 2023 Recap
This year’s Electric Zoo promised new, bigger stage designs, boasted a stacked lineup, and teased surprises (albeit not all of them were as intended). But rather than focus on the [...]
Ultra’s Newly Released Aftermovie Builds Early Anticipation for 2024
If you’re a video game fan and a lover of EDM, then the Ultra Music Festival official 2023 aftermovie ‘ULTRA: VICE CITY’ is going to be one of the best festival aftermovies you’v [...]
DON’T MISS: Ladytron Kicks off North American Fall Tour
Ladytron, an English electronic band consisting of Helen Marnie (lead vocals, synthesizers), Mira Aroyo (vocals, synthesizers) and Daniel Hunt (synthesizers, guitar, vocals), form [...]
Step Into the Magic of Imagine 2023
This year, Imagine Music Festival took place from September 14-17 at Kingston Downs, Atlanta. To kick things off, Brownies and Lemonade hosted an official pre-party on September 1 [...]
Breaking Down the Sonic Odyssey: DROELOE’s New Album “The Art of Change”
You may already be familiar with the name DROELOE, a duo comprising Vincent Rooijers and Hein Hamers, which first emerged onto the music scene in 2016 with standout singles such a [...]
CRSSD: San Diego’s Vibey House x Techno Festival
If the idea of dancing to the hottest House and Techno tracks with an ocean view on one side, and a city view on the other sounds amazing, then CRSSD is the festival for you. Loc [...]
B2Bs Not to Miss at Imagine Festival 2023
Imagine Music Festival, taking place from September 14-17 in Kingston Downs, GA, is an “aquatic-themed festival set in an organic oasis [that] will feature three days of the worl [...]
Nicole Moudaber’s Transcending 360 Audiovisual Experience
THE techno goddess herself, Nicole Moudaber returned to New York on July 29th with an all-night-long DJ set at ArtsDistrict Brooklyn. When we first heard about this event, we were [...]
15 Sets Not to Miss at EZOO: Hyperspace
Labor Day is just around the corner, and with a genre-defying lineup, six curated stages, premier projects and stage takeovers, the 2023 rendition of EZOO: Hyperspace will make Ra [...]
Interstellar Experience: A Genre Match Made in the Cosmos
The growing popularity of the genre-blending between Progressive Trance and Melodic Techno is finally met with an answer in festival form: Insomniac’s newest Socal fest, Interste [...]
BACK TO BACK SET TIMES YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS AT ARC MUSIC FESTIVAL 2023
Arc Music Festival, Chicago’s own house and techno festival, takes place Labor Day weekend from September 1-3 at Union Park. With its absolutely stacked lineup up, you honestly ca [...]
DON’T MISS: Curated Stage Takeovers at Electric Zoo 2023
This year's Electric Zoo: Hyperspace, which takes place at Randall’s Island, NY, promises new stages, an expanded festival site, and a lineup of artists that the festival itself d [...]
Mister Joshooa – A Dominant Force out of Detroit
This past Movement Music Festival, I finally got the chance to catch Mister Joshooa (Joshua Guerin), the man, the maker, and the force behind much of what is Detroit’s music scene [...]
Transcending Genres with Octave One
During Movement Detroit, I had the pleasure of sitting down with sibling duo Octave One, composed of Lenny and Lawrence Burden. Before sitting down on Day 2, we got the chance to [...]
Neon Owl x Ubbi Dubbi: Fairlane Interview
Fairlane, aka Tyler Mead, is a bass producer who hails from Vancouver, Canada. He is known for his emotional, raw, catchy, guitar-driven productions. In 2017, he started his proje [...]
Neon Owl x Ubbi Dubbi: Ray Volpe Interview
Ray Volpe, which is also his real name, has been a rising star in the past couple years. In 2022, his "Laserbeam" took the dance scene by storm. Since its release, the song has be [...]
Ubbi Dubbi 2023 Recap
My first time at Ubbi Dubbi was spectacular, to say the least. In previous years, the festival has taken place at the Texas Motorplex, attracting over 60,000 attendees in its firs [...]
