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In an unexpected turn of events, Tomorrowland may be forced to postpone once again.

Despite plans to fully reopen the country this summer, including large-scale events, the Belgian government has denied the festival’s permit application. Organizers describe the decision as “a sledgehammer blow.”

The possibility of Tomorrowland taking place over two weekends, August 27 – 29 and September 3 – 5, seemed promising just over a week ago. Festival organizers shared a positive outlook on the potential 2021 event and were hopeful to move forward with lifted restrictions.

However, local news sources reveal the festival’s permit has been denied due to “risks to public safety and health.” More specific reasons cited include lack of police force and concerns from advisory group GEMS.

Furthermore, “The Ministerial Decree regarding the maximum capacity at events from mid-August (75,000 people) has not yet been published. That is why mayors can legally only allow events up to 400 people for the time being.”

Spokesperson Debby Wilmsen weighs in on the decision — “We haven’t had a festival for two years, which is very hard both financially and emotionally for our entire team. We were so keen on this, and it all looked positive.”

Sources: HLN, VRT

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: REPORT: Tomorrowland 2021 Permit Rejected Due to Public Health & Safety Risks

This August, Splash House returns to Palm Springs to celebrate its eighth summer and the joyful reunion of its fun-loving community. Those in the know love Splash House for its forward-thinking dance music curation, poolside parties, and resort amenities that make it a renowned destination for music fans and festival travelers. Fans may now rejoice as Splash House announces lineups for its first double weekender August 13-15 and 20-22.

Weekend one welcomes some of modern house’s biggest stars to the party like Claude VonStroke and Green Velvet super-duo Get Real, Australian forerunner Dom Dolla, French 4/4 anthemist Shiba San, Tool Room’s Mark Knight and the illustrious Moon Boots (DJ Set). The next generation will be in full force too with Detroit’s DJ Holographic, Eskuche, Dateless, Lubelski, Sohmi and more carrying the torch. The bill is also topped by multi-genre stylings from TOKiMONSTA, Whethan, Seb Wildblood, Poolside (DJ Set), and a Tycho DJ Set.

Weekend two digs just as deep with dance luminaries like Camelphat, Gorgon City, Bob Moses (Club Set) and Yotto taking center stage. Indie crossover idols SG Lewis (DJ Set), The Brothers Macklovitch, San Holo, and Surf Mesa, while global house capitalizes on the poolside energy with genre leaders Bontan, Sonny Fodera, Toni Varga, Clyde P b2b Tim Baresko and more. Some of underground dance’s most prized acts round out weekend two including Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs (DJ Set), Galcher Lustwerk and Kim Ann Foxman.

By night Splash Mates transform from hotel partiers to After Hours legends, taking over the nostalgic open-air haunts of Palm Springs Air Museum. Weekend one will see Lane 8, Green Velvet, and Mason Maynard touchdown on the runway, followed by a weekend two triumph with MK, Cloonee, and a special guest. Amidst hangers and retro planes it remains one of the coolest places to have a dance and enjoy the desert breeze.

For access to the Splash House On Sale, you must register at splashhouse.com. On Sale opens June 17th at 12pm. Guests must be 21+ to attend.  Passes start at $159; After Hours passes start at $60. Hotel Packages available at all host hotels starting at $300 per person.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: San Holo, TOKiMONSTA, Gorgon City & More Announced For Splash House 2021

Eleven years ago, Pendulum released their final album, Immersion. Afterward, Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen would tour the world as Knife Party as El Hornet continued the legacy of Pendulum’s live shows with raucous DJ sets. But, we always knew that the extraordinary drum & bass outfit would one day return.

Today marks the release of the group’s first major project in 11 years, the Elemental EP. Following the release of “Driver,” “Nothing For Free,” and “Come Alive,” they wrap up the EP with the release of “Louder Than Words,” their collaboration with Hybrid Minds.

Overall, Elemental does a phenomenal job of showing that Pendulum haven’t lost a step at all in this past decade, as sonic elements from Hold Your Colour, In Silico, and Immersion permeate each and every track. That being said, each track is also a clear evolution from their old sounds as they work to incorporate more advanced techniques and songwriting into their repertoire.

Listen to Elemental and their new collaboration with Hybrid Minds below.



This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Pendulum Completes Their First EP In 11 Years With Hybrid Minds Collab, “Louder Than Words”

Lollapalooza and the City of Chicago are incentivizing people to get vaxxed by offering free passes to the staple music festival coming next month.

There are reportedly 1,200 single-day passes available to anyone who signs up for a vaccine on June 26 aka Lolla Day at four designated vaccination sites across the city. The pop up “Lollapalooza experience” includes live DJ sets, festival-branded giveaways, free passes for eligible Chicago residents — and, the headliner, the COVID-19 vaccine.

Each pop up vaccination site represents a different day of the festival. Get passes for July 29 at Wilbur Wright College, passes for July 30 at Richard J. Daley College, passes for July 31 at Kennedy King College and passes for August 1 at Malcolm X College.

Organizer C3 Presents’ Charlie Walker shares, “Lollapalooza has called Chicago home for the past 16 years, and we truly love this vibrant city. We are pleased to partner with and support the City to encourage vaccinations.”

Get more info, read through eligibility requirements and register for the Lolla Day vaccination event here. Keep in mind, tickets for individuals that are already fully vaccinated will be made available on June 27.

Lollapalooza 2021 takes place July 29 – August 1 at Grant Park in Chicago. Explore the lineup here.

Source: Billboard | Photo Credit: Charles Reagan Hackleman

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Lollapalooza & City of Chicago Offer Free Festival Passes at COVID-19 Vaccination Sites

Pretence explores his softer, melodic side with “Emotions,” out now.

We’ve heard a range of productions with brooding intensity from Pretence in the past, but nothing quite like this. “Emotions” puts forth a feelsy, atmospheric soundscape that quickly switches into a killer drop, complete with a groove-ridden, wubby bassline.

Pretence shares of the release:

This tune is quite special to me. I wanted to make something that’s different to my heavy stuff but still underlies my pretence sound. I wrote this inspired by tchami and zhu, as they both bring such energy and emotion into their productions.

“Emotions” follows up a steady stream of Pretence originals including “The Acid,” “Bloodbath,” and “Deadweight” with CABLE, delivering an unexpected change of pace. The track contains both delicate and gritty moments, maintaining the project’s dark signature.

Listen here via Uprise Music and link up with this rising talent below.

Pretence – Emotions

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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Pretence Brings Energy & “Emotions” with New Track via Uprise Music [LISTEN]

MADGRRL and Water Spirit have unleashed a hyperpowered collaboration, “DNA” out now on Speed House Movement.

The gritty dance floor banger goes in with heavy rhythm and rave synths, building momentum that soon drops into a hard, speedy flow. MADGRRL and Water Spirit present a swarm of sounds and styles, as “DNA” thrives off unexpected switch ups.

From hardstyle to halftime, this production proves Speed House Movement is no one trick pony. Following up recent releases from Bell Air Witch, BADMOUTH, Mike Leithal and more — plus, an entire Next Gen Vol. 1 EP — the imprint from Haus of Panda continues to make an impression.

Listen below and explore more from Speed House Movement here!

MADGRRL x WATER SPIRIT – DNA

Stream/download: https://snd.click/dna

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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: MADGRRL & Water Spirit Drop Wild Collab “DNA” on Speed House Movement [LISTEN]

Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is moving forward as planned in 2021, having just rolled out an initial list of conference speakers — deadmau5, Don Diablo and more.

Newly announced speakers include Joel Zimmerman aka deadmau5 and his business partner Dean Wilson, as well as artist and futurist Don Diablo. Plus, Mixcloud CEO and co-founder Nico Perez, IMPALA chair Helen Smith, musical duo and internet phenomenon Zaena x Jason Maek and AR/VR expert Cortney Harding.

ADE Pro 2021 will focus on the future of the music industry and new ways of creating revenue for artists like NFTs and Blockchain technology. Green and sustainable initiatives will be examined, as well as best practices to make music businesses more profitable and effective. Plus, streaming reform and much more.

An ADE Pro 2021 pass gets you access to all conference tracks, business hubs, and networking lounges — and a chance to experience the complete festival and arts & culture program. Venues have limited capacity, so be sure to secure your spot ahead of time.

The 25th anniversary edition of ADE takes place in Amsterdam at Felix Meritis from October 13 – 17.

More topics and speakers for ADE Pro are set to be announced next month.

Further information and tickets here.

Photo via Amsterdam Dance Event

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: ADE 2021 Reveals First Wave of Guest Speakers deadmau5, Don Diablo & More

It’s a little backward to release your debut EP following your debut album, but Ghastly has never been one to do things by the book. After releasing The Mystifying Oracle back in 2018, he’s been steadily releasing singles, but The OG EP is finally out today with four bass-tastic tracks.

Ever since 4/20, Ghastly has been taking steps towards his highly anticipated EP, The OG. Both the title track and “Blackout” have been released, but two more bass-boosted anthems join the fold for this hard hitting project.

Ghastly shifts genre for the electro-infused “Octopussy” that pairs industrial inspiration with a touch of horror. “Creep It Real” kicks things back into high gear for an energetic burst of high-octane dubstep. With festivals on their return, Ghastly’s The OG EP is stacked full of rage-ready tracks that will have crowds going their hardest!

“I wrote The OG in the middle of the pandemic as a return to having fun and being care-free again and also as an ode to my pet chameleon that had passed away because I wrote it while he was hanging out on my head and he truly was an OG.” – Ghastly

Check it out below!



Photo via Rukes.com

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Ghastly Finally Releases His Debut EP, “The OG” [LISTEN]

Tomorrowland’s Around the World is just around the corner — and the digital music festival experience is offering an exclusive, inside look at the magical Island of Pāpiliōnem in 2021.

Setting the bar for livestream events, Tomorrowland has created an entire world around its concept. The images below capture picturesque landscapes and views ahead of the virtual gathering, sharing a glimpse into Pāpiliōnem and the beauty it has to offer.

MORE: Tomorrowland Around the World 2021 Lineup Revealed

In addition, Tomorrowland shares behind-the-scenes looks as Charlotte de Witte, Alan Walker, Armin van Buuren, Lost Frequencies and many others record their sets before a massive green screen. Explore photos via Tomrorowland’s official Instagram account here.

Meanwhile, hopeful attendees are still awaiting details on Tomorrowland’s IRL event. Just over two months out — Tomorrowland is positive, but has yet to release specific details on the organization of the festival.

For all things Around the World, go here.

Tomorrowland – Around the World

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Tomorrowland Offers Behind-the-Scenes Look at Around the World 2021

Over the 2+ years, the pandemic has pushed ravers and electronic lovers to try new things and really think outside the box. With so many regulations and white tape and just as COVID dealt its final blow to the club scene, singer-songwriter Harry Nathan and twin brother came out with a revolutionary new concept. The two legends have been granted a Guinness World Record for the world’s smallest night club measuring just over a metre cubed and entitled the, ‘Doof Shed’.The Doof Shed is equipped with a Focal sound system, Pioneer DJ setup, intelligent lighting and a “Full Send” button, which activates a smoke machine, strobe, flashing lights and lasers to emulate the full body, sensory club experience.

Check out the amazing record and two guys setting up the ‘Doof Shed’ night club below:

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Sydney Twins Crowned Crowned with Guinness World Record ‘Smallest Mobile Nightclub’