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Nicky Romero is back with his Monocule alias for another dark progressive track, “On My Mind.” This one sees Nicky reunite with fellow Dutchman Tim van Werd. He co-produced the very first Monocule track “Time to Save” back in 2020 (which seems like it was a decade ago.)

“On My Mind” follows the familiar, but fool-proof pattern that all Monocule tracks have taken. A quiet, slow buildup, in this case accompanied by a club-ready vocal track. The production is fairly minimal. The drop consists of the droning beat in the background, with light synths overlaid. A light melody begins to rise over the percussion as we get the vocal refrain “You’re on my mind.”

The track continues with more introspective lyrics over the minimal production. The second drop has tons of production flourishes, as the bassline takes the forefront as well as more synths and a droning bassline too.

Check out the latest from Monocule & Tim van Werd, “On My Mind” out now on Protocol.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Nicky Romero Delivers Another Impressive Monocule Track “On My Mind” with Tim van Werd

Armin van Buuren and R3HAB have joined forces for a massive collaboration, “Love We Lost.” Just released on Friday, “Love We Lost” is a booming progressive house song that combines the best of both artists for an instant mainstage anthem. Somehow, despite each artists’ longevity in the industry, this is the first official collab between the two Dutch superstars.

The track opens with some sparse piano notes allowing Simon Ward’s country-tinged vocals to absolutely shine. It’s quite clear, this is a track about lost love, but the vocalist isn’t giving up. He’s going to find all the “love we lost.” The drop is just anthemic synths that will have you envisioning yourself at the mainstage of any massive festival. Here’s what Armin and R3HAB had to say about their monumental collab.

“What I love so much about ‘Love We Lost’ is the special message it holds. Narrated to perfection by Simon Ward, the lyrics tells us that some things are worth fighting for even if the odds are stacked against us. I’m super stoked to have produced this track in tandem with Fadil/R3HAB, as I think very highly of him. I hope everyone who listens to the record will feel as inspired as we did when we created this song.” – Armin van Buuren

“I’m thrilled to share my long-anticipated collab with Armin van Buuren, a fellow Dutch industry leader I admire for his sonic footprint in the past decade.’Love We Lost’ is exactly what I pictured when discussing this collaboration with Armin early on. I’m happy that we managed to blend both of our signature styles while incorporating Simon Ward’s lion-hearted vocals. To me, it’s a record with resonating lyrics that share our message of only moving mountains for things in life that truly matter.” – R3HAB

Listen to the latest from Armin van Buuren & R3HAB, “Love We Lost” featuring Simon Ward. Out now on Armada.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Armin van Buuren and R3HAB Team Up for Massive New Collab “Love We Lost”

Above & Beyond and Mat Zo have finally released their long-anticipated collab “Always Do.” Originally played out during last summer’s Group Therapy 450 celebration in London, “Always Do” takes Mat Zo’s underground, warehouse-ready sound and imbues it into Above & Beyond’s house-based trance beats. While Mat Zo previously remixed A&B’s “Thing Called Love” back in 2012, “Always Do” is their first official collaboration.

Featuring distorted vocals and acid-laden basslines, this is not the A&B that you might be used to. This is delectable, underground club music, no doubt, due to the presence of Mat Zo. It’s like a supercharged version of going through those ice levels in Super Mario 64. Every synth note and drum beat hits you in a real specific place. As much as this is an after hours track, it’s very upbeat.

2022 figures to be a busy year for the venerable dance music trio. You can catch Above & Beyond at Beyond Wonderland in Southern California on March 26. Mat Zo will be performing at upcoming Anjunabeats shows in Miami and London. He’ll be joining A&B at their Group Therapy Weekender at The Gorge in Washington in July as well.

Listen to the latest from Above & Beyond and Mat Zo, “Always Do,” out now on Anjunabeats.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Above & Beyond and Mat Zo Team Up for Darker New Track, “Always Do”

Festival season is upon us and we can hardly contain our excitement to get out and start experiencing all of these events. Just announced today is Elements Music & Arts Festival’s 2022 lineup that is sure to have any festival goer ready to buy a ticket. Some of today’s brightest stars will be gracing the stages over the 3 day festival including Kaskade, who will be performing a special Redux set, Nicole Moudabar, TroyBoi, Seth Troxler, Rezz, Claptone, Sofi Tukker, The Knocks, J. Worra, Zeds Dead, and many more.

The lineup isn’t the only thing to notice. This year’s Elements is poised to flourish more than ever before by laying roots for the first time in the fields and forests of Long Pond Pennsylvania. This new site provides a built-in food, water, parking, car camping, and safety infrastructure, with a history of hosting events 5x the size of Elements, and a shorter drive to all major cities on the East Coast. 

Talking with founders Brett Herman and Timothy Monkiewicz, they stressed that safety is one of their five essential pillars for Elements 2022. They’ve established a 5-point plan and roadmap for all to see, which you can view here. One key feature is that the new site is on solid ground with drainage designed to handle inclement weather. The 2022 staff has been hand-selected by a new board of advisors, who have over 25+ years of experience dealing with large gatherings, to meet the highest standard of event knowledge, guest hospitality, and crowd safety protocols. There will also  be more than double the options for food, water, bathrooms, medical, and wellness services to reduce wait times for all.

When asked about what they are most excited for this year, the guys say “the venue! It’s our biggest canvas yet, and the woodland areas are even more beautiful…we will be recreating and improving everything we love from the past few years and adding a massive amount of new features, art, and interactivity.” Another detail unique to this years event is Car Camping. Brett and Timothy add “with our larger site with onsite parking, shuttle buses are no longer necessary, so you can drive right up to where you’ll be camped.”

One of the great things about Elements Music & Arts festival is that it’s so much more than just the music. They feature carefully curated Health and Wellness programming including yoga, aromatherapy, dance, comedy, sound baths, multidisciplinary workshops, and more. The 24-hour food court offers an array of healthy & organic local food sourced from Pocono Organics, including vegan & gluten free options for those with dietary restrictions, as well as water stations for guests to fill up their hydration pack or water bottles

To all of this year’s newcomers, Brett and Timothy say “welcome to the community! Elements is an extended family, and we welcome all. Also, go with the flow! We hear from many first timers that the unexpected was what they loved the most. If you miss a DJ set because you are having fun blowing bubbles in the forest with a performer dressed like a unicorn, don’t worry about it! We want to encourage all newcomers to make friends, seek new experiences, and have the time of their lives.”

Tickets are now on sale here.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Elements Festival Announces New Location, Massive Lineup Ft. Kaskade, Rezz, Claptone, Sofi Tukker, Nicole Moudabar, Zeds Dead + More

ARC Festival is back with a colossal new lineup after making a splash in its inaugural year in 2021. They are, once again, showing fans why Chicago is the birthplace and home of House music with a distinct flock of eclectic, melodic, and heavy-hitter selectors.

Further binding its name to the story of the House genre, ARC’s sophomore year is sure to continue the trend of giving attendees an experience that will envelop their senses, both visually and auditorily.

Some of the mainstage slots are filled by none other than the British powerhouse Carl Cox, the dynamic pairing of Adam Beyer □ Cirez D, songstress of the international techno movement Charlotte De Witte, Motor City icon Carl Craig and UK originator Fatboy Slim.

The focus of ARC has and always will be on illustrating the importance of House to the masses, and its entrenched influence with the music scene as a whole. That is why we have Chicago mainstays like musical genius and fashion icon Honey Dijon ,alongside storied mentor of the city’s sound Derrick Carter, Queen of Chicago house DJ Lady D, Farriswheel’s Gene Farris, Green Velvet of Get Real, Godfather of House music Chip E., fellow longtime veterans Ron Carroll and Mike Dunn plus next generation riser Kryptogram.

Take a look at the full lineup below to see the total onslaught of musical talent that you’ll be experiencing that weekend. So who are you most looking forward to?

The festival will return to Chicago’s Union Park, expanding from two to three days over Labor Day weekend. Tickets are on sale starting March 17th, but you can sign up now for the first crack at them here: https://arcmusicfestival.com/

Photo Credit: Kursza for ARC Music Festival

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: ARC Festival Unveils Lineup for 2022 ft. Carl Cox, Cirez D, Charlotte De Witte

SEXPAYS is very talented in the studio and it shines in his music. His previous single, “Love“, fused together nostalgic house rhythms with a fresh twist. His latest single is no different, as “BANGBANG” offers funky house elements to groove backed by an infectious bass line.

An intentional and pronounced retro atmosphere is at the core of “BANGBANG,” boasting an all instrumental feel. SEXPAYS does use a bit of looped vocal to up the flavor of the release – the melodic work brought forth from this moment alongside the brass and funk-filled guitar all plays a role in the positive and energetic atmosphere which permeates this release. It feels like he’s dusted off a disco classic you have yet to hear, and the result is spectacular.

Listen to “BANGBANG” below!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: SEXPAYS Delivers Infectious House Single, “BANGBANG”

Miami Music Week, one of the world’s most recognized electronic music events is quickly coming up and the Brazilian super duo Cat Dealers are bringing their debut Cat House Sessions show to Miami. Not only are the Cat Dealers performing their debut Cat House Sessions show but the event will also be occurring during Miami Music Week on March 23rd at La Otra Wynwood.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people from across the globe descend on Miami during the last week of March as the city transforms itself into a dance music paradise.

See what the Cat Dealers had to say in preparation for the event “We’ve been over the moon about our US Tour this year, which will be our biggest one so far. It’s always special to do shows in one of our favorite countries and we have been able to play in many different cities and each has its own crowd, so it’s fantastic to see the different reactions and get to meet the fans. It’s inspiring us a lot! One thing that we’re really excited about, is bringing for the first time ever, a version of our label party Cat House, which will be called Cat House Sessions and we couldn’t have picked a better place! We love the Miami crowd and to host a party during Miami Music Week is absolutely insane. Can’t wait!”

Tickets to See the Cat Dealers can be purchased here.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: The Cat Dealers Bring Their Debut Cat House Sessions Show to Miami For Miami Music Week

When it comes to Jersey Club, a few do it as well as Bobby McKeon, better known as 4B. Stacking up co signs from every major “DJ / Producer + Label” including the top tier Interscope, Mad Decent / Diplo, Dim Mak / Steve Aoki and most recently starting his own label Maca Records, 4B can deliver on quality music with the nobility and grace to gain the respect of the head dogs at every turn.

Now, he’s back with the highly anticipated 6th installment of his iconic ‘Jersey Club Power Set’. He exceeds all expectations, delivering the best episode yet. As expected, the mix is filled to the brim with his eclectic spin on the genre, incorporating countless popular songs from past and modern times all blended in seamlessly with that signature bounce and rhythm. He has an impeccable ear for mashing up the old and the new songs with hypnotic beats, striking perfection with this episode.

Whether you’re hitting the gym, prepping to go out on the town, or just looking for something to power your work day, 4B’s Jersey Club Power Set is the thing to listen to. Here’s what 4B had to say about it:

“These Jersey Club Power sets are really special to me. I’ve been doing this mix series for 11 years now. I still get tagged in people playing the first one. It’s a jammed packed mix that really shows my roots. It’s been about 6 years since my last power set, so I’m so pumped to finally put this out. This is Jersey.”

Check it out and make sure to catch him if he’s in a city near you!

Upcoming Tour Dates:

March 4 – Hakkasan – Las Vegas, NV

March 5 – Pure Nightclub – Sunnyvale, CA

March 24 – 4B & Friends – Le Rouge – Miami

March 25 – Beyond Wonderland – San Bernadino, CA

March 26 – Ultra – Miami, FL

April 9 – Green Door – El Paso, TX

Jul 29 – Veld Music Festival – Toronto, CA

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: 4B Strikes Perfection With Sixth Installment Of ‘Jersey Club Power Set’ Series

Over the years, Kaskade and deadmau5 have officially collaborated three times: in 2008 on “I Remember”; in 2014 on “Move For Me”; and in 2016 for “Beneath With Me.” Today, going on six years since their last collaboration and 14 years since their first, the two finally join forces — officially — for their new project Kx5 and first single, “Escape” featuring Hayla.

Beginning with stripped-back piano underscoring Hayla’s delicate vocal, “Escape” soon swells into a pulsating electronic soundscape—a testament to the meticulous, multi-layered production that deadmau5 and Kaskade have built their reputations on. The track really takes flight on the anthemic chorus. “What if I escape with you?” Hayla belts over shiny synths. “Is it real, is it just a fantasy? ‘Cause the unknown, the unknown is pulling me.”

Look for Kx5 to make its live performance debut at EDC Las Vegas this May. Listen to “Escape” below!

Photo Credit: Mark Owens

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Kaskade & deadmau5 New Project Kx5 Debuts with “Escape” feat. Hayla

The road to their new album continues as The Chainsmokers release their second single of the year, “iPad,” today. Written exclusively by Alex and Drew, “iPad” arrives alongside an official video, directed by Kid Studio, that follows Drew throughout New York City as he navigates the multitude of conflicting emotions that follow ending an unhealthy relationship.

“Sometimes you let go just to know where to start,” Drew says. “We wrote this song when I felt like I didn’t have anyone to talk to. It wasn’t that I didn’t have anyone that would listen, but I had reached a level of cognitive dissonance that I felt was unexplainable. I don’t keep a journal so writing this song and the others on this album (and past albums) is my opportunity to organize my thoughts. If you listened to ‘Sick Boy’ you know what I mean. We feel really lucky we get to do it in song form and that you are willing to listen. It’s helped us a lot, so thank you. The next bit of the story is called ‘iPad’ and it’s out now. Thanks for being here.”

“iPad” follows the release of first single “High,” which marked the end of a two-year break and launched a new musical era for the band. The track has received rabid response by fans, is already Top 20 at Top 40 and HAC Radio, and has received over 55 Million+ audio and video streams combined since release last month.

The band is also set to headline the inaugural Afterparty NFT Art and Music Festival next weekend, which will take place at Las Vegas’ immersive AREA15 venue.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: The Chainsmokers Share Next Single, “iPad,” From Forthcoming Album