The EDM world is swirling with and expectations for a Swedish House Mafia reunion at Ultra Miami‘s 20th anniversary event this month — but some people close to the production are shutting down the entire idea. First up, Steve Angello points out that when Ultra says music fans should “expect the unexpected” that means SHM should be completely ruled out the headlining equation. If the group were to reunite and perform with all this hype surrounding it, the show wouldn’t be unexpected now would it? Here’s what Angello has to say… The manager behind Swedish House Mafia is also...
They’re dropping like flies! Tchami is giving up Snapchat for Instagram, as the two social media apps go head-to-head to be the top disappearing stories platform among influencers. Now, you can find updates on future music and updates from Tchami exclusively Instagram Stories. Any Confession-related news or releases will also come through the producer’s Instagram account at , so make sure you follow along to stay in the know. Snapchat isn’t thriving as much as it used to. Not only do 83% users , some the public figures with the largest followings are also jumping ship. This move from Tchami comes just a...
One criminal’s trip to Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival was never saw through, as he was arrested for burglarizing an occupied dwelling and possession narcotics en route to the event. Now, police are putting this guy — Andrew Andere, 25 — on blast for his illegal shenanigans. Not only was he caught breaking into a residence while the homeowner was there, when deputies caught up with him he had a bunch drugs. The suspect, with 7 grams powder cocaine, 25 strips LSD paper, liquid LSD, and various types drug supplies, was also found wearing an Okeechobee wristband. Andere was charged with “burglary...
iHeartMedia Inc., the company which owns iHeartRadio, is bracing itself for impact as the future looks uncertain for popular radio stations from Z100 in New York City to KIIS FM in Los Angeles. The biggest broadcast radio chain in the US was once considered a kingpin in the music industry, but now is in the process filing for bankruptcy. The ficial news could come as soon as this weekend, as bankruptcy papers are already in the works according to close to the matter. Over the years on the top, iHeartMedia Inc. has acquired a staggering amount debt, totaling an estimated $20 billion....
Brillz just announced a new project and a teaser to go with it! The producer, mostly known for his forceful trap music is getting into something much more trippy. While the teaser doesn’t give away too much, the name his new project — LSDREAM — says it all. That matched with some tripped out artwork and we know we’re in for a wild ride. This guy has worked with every label from Twonk to OWSLA, Mad Decent to Never Say Die Records, and he makes a huge impact no matter what. “It’s time to take a new trip,” he introduces...
Steve Aoki x BTS have seen global success with their “Mic Drop” remix, but not everyone is a fan… During a Instagram live stream, a producer by the name called the song “trash,” and went as far to belittle BTS and their fans. The EDM world probably would have continued on without batting an eye, but someone on Twitter decided to point it out to BTS, Desiigner, and Steve Aoki all in fell swoop. It wasn’t long before Aoki some sense into the situation: “What one calls trash others will find the gold. Stay with what makes u happy and...
Steve Aoki and Desiigner are more than just collaborators — as their new matching tattoos signify they are also tour buddies and practically best friends forever! These guys decided to get “KOLONY TOUR” tattooed on their bodies permanently, with a little sketch a hand dropping the mic right next to the text, which represents their “Mic Drop” collab with BTS. Speaking which, where were all those guys on this one? Aoki, Desiigner, and BTS have made “Mic Drop” an anthem in their own right. Even after receiving some harsh , the producer continues to have an optimistic view on the...
In speaking with Annie Mac on BBC Radio 1 for his new California EP, Diplo dropped some knowledge about him and Calvin Harris back in the day “hijacking” EDM and making it work for themselves. Sure enough, back in the day, Diplo was making mostly dancehall records and Harris was producing funk and pop and singing on his own tracks. But at some point, the industry shifted and consumer desires changed, and both producers saw the opportunity dive into that scene and make it their own. Between 2012 and now, both Diplo and Harris experienced meteoric rises in popularity, thanks...
Fresh f his China Tour, MUST DIE! kicks f 2018 with his first single the year, “Frustration” on legendary UK bass music label Never Say Die Records. As always MUST DIE! brings his high energy and undeniably rich sound design in “Frustration.” From a super crunchy intro to a face melting drop, MUST DIE! continues to prove his versatility. Listen to “Frustration” below. The release comes ahead MUST DIE’s Hyper Future North American Tour, with support from the likes LAXX, Dr. Ozi, and Tisoki. The tour kick f this April in Denver and continue across North America ending in New...
Läzro and Travis Gibb are a new production duo based on Miami whose first track together on Global Heist Recordings was put together as a sort remix collaboration with Kyra B. While both Läzro and Travis B are well-known in the house music community, Global Heist suggested a collab for Kyra B’s “Take Me Home” track and after coming together for this song’s powerful message, it seems the duo will be working together more in the future. The original “Take Me Home” vocals were recorded by Kyra B as a response to the #metoo women and sexual assault victim’s movement...