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It is possible to unearth latent abilities in the most unlikely of settings. Take 12ayo, a musician from East Los Angeles who has family in Mexico and El Salvador. Until a serendipitous meeting at a barbershop, music was never on his radar. Something about 12ayo stood out to his barber, who prompted the question of whether or whether he had ever explored a career in music. Twelve year old 12ayo was interested enough to give music a shot despite his complete lack of knowledge in the field. With the help of YouTube tutorials, he quickly learned the fundamentals of music production and soon after released his debut single, “Muevelo.”

Twelve years later, 12ayo is a seasoned musician who has released multiple albums. He composes songs that reflect his inner turmoil, but before he does that, he makes sure he’s in a calm, collected space. He tells his producer about the concept for the project, and the producer makes a rhythm as 12ayo expresses his feelings. After the instrumental is finished, 12ayo will mumble to himself until he comes up with a catchy melody, at which point he will begin the lyrical composition process.

Being a self-sufficient musician and producer has been more rewarding than 12ayo ever imagined. He enjoys the independence and fulfilment of creating and releasing new music, as well as the challenges and rewards of developing his skills. However, it isn’t always easy to get new ventures off the ground. Twelve-year-old had trouble with his vocal range at first but eventually found a coach who helped him. He also had trouble with the wrong people during his studio sessions, but with the help of his friends and family, he persevered and is now creating groundbreaking music that reflects his innermost thoughts and feelings.

The success of 12ayo in the music industry is a tribute to the transformative potential of dedication and originality. He motivates people to look for their own strengths wherever they may be. With hard effort, perseverance, and a willingness to try new things, 12ayo was able to go from leaning in to a prompt in an East L.A. barbershop to being a successful music artist.

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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: 12ayo Talks Humble Beginnings and Rise to Prominence

A club-focused fervor vibrates throughout Trucco’s work. The force of nature of the work makes sense, given his emphasis on healthiness and on showing love for his environment. Wherever he has been, either Santiago, Chile, or his current locale in Los Angeles, California, he’s paid heed to this creed. As a result, much of his output virtually commands the audience to get up on the dancefloor and lose themselves in the music. This sort of
thing is gradually becoming an experience worth talking about, much like DJ Harvey’s LA warehouse marathons.

Presentation matters to someone who started in visual media, both in photoshoots and television, and he brings it. The performances he’s given are highlights, and the things pined over. Honestly, his entire discography has this yearning, fire, and passion that differentiates it from the rest. Vocals on his tracks highlight his baritone, a comforting, soothing, yet still commanding thing. What shows in his production is someone not afraid to
cross-mingle genres, to put that four-to-the-floor ethos within a poppier template. Already he’s had a few parties set up to celebrate everything coming down the pike, and he’s been busy. For 2023 multiple singles are
slated for release, and considering how long he’s been doing this, they will be absolute bangers. Done with verve energy that captures the club’s welcoming presence, Trucco is just getting started.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Trucco Brings New Energy to the Dancefloor

Independent Artist on the Rise John Michael Howell is currently performing at a very high level. This young man is only a few short moments away from tremendous fame and money as he continues to release hit after hit.

John Michael is regarded as one of the most talented musicians to come out of his hometown of Fort Worth, Texas. In 2022, he achieved a level of success that, up until that point, he had only fantasized about. He racked up approximately 7 million streams through Spotify alone. He has never been a conventional artist and defies classification by refusing to be pigeonholed. He is influenced in part by alternative music, pop rock, and even electronic dance music.

Will John Michael release any other tracks that are influenced by electronic dance music? It’s possible, but you’ll want to keep up with developments so you don’t fall behind.

Check out his music and his Instagram!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Singer John Michael Howell Is Looking To Expand His Sound With Hints Of EDM

Spanning two weekends this year, Tomorrowland is poised to have one of the largest and most broad lineups for electronic music in the world. Stage hosts for the festival have just been announced, including fan favorites like Anjunabeats and Anjunadeep, Rampage, Q-Dance, CORE, Defected, Monstercat, and more.

Additionally, the full lineup for the festival has been announced to be revealed on January 28 during “Adscendo: A Digital Introduction,” in which we will likely be given a tour around the grounds with this year’s theme.

Check out the full array of stage hosts below — head to the replies if you’re not sure what a particular logo is.

People of Tomorrow, discover the stage hosts for Tomorrowland 2023. Prepare yourself for a beautiful adventure on July 21 – 22 – 23 and July 28 – 29 – 30. The full line-up will be announced on January 28 during ‘Adscendo – A Digital Introduction’. pic.twitter.com/DPLIVr1V9V

— Tomorrowland (@tomorrowland) January 18, 2023

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Tomorrowland 2023 stage hosts revealed as full lineup gets a release date

Following the release of his two previous singles and selling out his London pop-up performances with Fred again.. and Four Tet, Skrillex continues to excite his fans with even more music. His new single “Leave Me Like This” featuring Bobby Raps comes as the third song released this month as Skrillex prepares to drop even more music this year with “QFF/DGTC” teased at the beginning of the month.

His recent shows, along with the release of new music, has had his fans roaring with excitement. With both previous songs getting great reception, this new track continues on the same path of excitement and innovation that Skrillex fans have come to love.

Check out “Leave Me Like This” below!

Photo by Marilyn Hue

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Skrillex teams up with Bobby Raps for third single this month, “Leave Me Like This”

Every artist produces music for a reason. Some make music to express themselves, others because it’s an innate talent, and others want to impact people through their music. Music enthusiasts are always looking out for artists who can serve them refreshing and inspiring songs. They want to listen to songs that resonate with their experiences. Therefore, for an artist to remain relevant in the music industry today, they have to produce music not only to achieve their personal goals but to act as an inspiration to their fans. Raghav Lama is an excellent example of an artist who makes music intending to impact society.

Lama is a 22-year-old sensational and talented Indian artist and producer. He makes music in the melodic base and future bass realm. Consistency is the ultimate key to success. Artists often lose touch with their audience by releasing songs and disappearing. Lama has discovered this vital asset and has managed to keep his fans engaged by releasing hit after hit consistently. Some of the singles he’s produced include “Where Do We Go,” “Over Again,” “Where We Were,” and “Hopeful Lie.”

ILLENIUM is a well-renowned artist who has inspired Lama’s journey in the music industry. Through his songs, ILLENIUM shares his story and wants to have an impact on the listeners. Lama desired to make an impact on people and endeavored to learn how to make and produce music. When he was nine months into his music production journey, he got his first single, “Where Do We Go,” signed by his dream record label, and this helped him take his first step in the music industry.

Every artist’s dream is to collaborate with renowned artists in the industry. A chance to do such collaborations is a huge step toward an artist’s success. Lama had always dreamt of being a part of MrSuicideSheep, and he recently has had the opportunity to work with them and has released two singles. He considers this his most significant achievement yet and an inspiration to soar high in his musical journey. Lama has also been able to amass a vast audience of fans, and last year he garnered over 1.3 million streams on Spotify.

But Lama has faced several challenges in his musical career. He says the most significant hurdle he has faced was trying to manage his studies and, at the same time, concentrate on growing his music career. He found it exhausting and decided to drop out of school, a move that wasn’t exactly seen in a good light in the academically-driven environment he lived in. However, his parents have supported his decisions and have
since been by his side in every achievement. His other challenge is getting through creative blocks. Lama confesses that he sometimes cannot come up with original ideas for tracks, but he overcomes this obstacle by reminding himself why he started making music.

Lama says it is okay to make mistakes in your quest for success. Mistakes are a chance for you to know where you are failing and an opportunity to change your trajectory. Additionally, he believes opportunities are not given but grabbed, and only those who are determined enough can get hold of them.

In the coming years, Lama wants to create a more significant impact on society through his songs. He aspires to produce more tracks that resonate with people’s experiences and be the reason they want to hold on in life. Lama also envisions himself performing live behind the decks and living his dream.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Lama: Not Your Everyday Bedroom Music Producer

Dubbed the most luxurious city in the world, Dubai stands out as the ultimate city formost travelers and ravers. The city is widely known for its architectural marvel alongwith the buzzing culture. Dubai stands out for its thrilling entertainment experience that draws revelers worldwide. The city’s entertainment scene is also home to some notable home-made talents such as DJ Bliss, who has risen from local clubs to international
fame.

DJ Bliss is an innately gifted Dubai-based DJ, producer, and TV presenter taking over the Emirates entertainment industry. He is also a renowned radio personality, public figure, and Netflix reality TV star making appearances on numerous shows. DJ Bliss shares an inspiring story of rising from the bottom playing at local clubs to international fame. He started as the only Emirati-born DJ playing the English genre and
rose to establish his brand as the biggest and most successful in his field in Dubai. DJ Bliss also made headlines as the first Emirati DJ and artist to have a number 1 album, Made In Dubai on iTunes. He also established an extensive industry network signing with major multinational music companies such as BMG and Universal Music, the world’s largest global music company. DJ Bliss also takes pride in working with top global talents such as Wylef Jean, a song collaboration with Shaggy, and being the main lead on Dubai Bling, a Netflix reality show.

However, trying to make it as an independent Emirati DJ playing English genre music was challenging. The market is largely saturated with numerous imported talents, and it took something special to mark his sport in the game. But to DJ Bliss, every challenge is an opportunity to learn and enhance your craft and become a better version of yourself. He also believes it was the most significant part of his success as it helped him overcome this and many other challenges to find his own style and distinguish himself
from others.
Though the entertainment industry receives hundreds of new talents daily, DJ Bliss
believes there is still space for everyone. Believe in your potential, go after what you
love, and never settle for less. You also have always to be persistent and consistent.
‘Do whatever you love, do it hard, and push yourself to the limit’ he says. If you truly
want it, you will get it. You need to put in the work and the hours. More importantly,
never give up.

DJ Bliss wants to take his craft to the international stage by doing worldwide tours and festivals. To him, the mission is to continue waving the Dubai and UAE flag. ‘I want to be remembered as the first Emirati DJ to go international and spread the talent we have over here’ he adds. DJ Bliss also wants to inspire and encourage more DJing talents from the UAE to live their dream. With this, the sensational DJ is confident of overturning the current practice where the region is known for importing talents to being the one that exports talents to other regions.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Get to Know DJ Bliss – From Local Clubs to International Fame

Arriving on the scene with a fresh take on live electronic music, Jason Leech has quickly caught the attention of many by crafting a brilliant sound that blends classical piano, funky synths, and deep bass. Having opened for artists as big as Griz, Galantis, and Big Gigantic, he has made headway in the EDM scene with his funky jamtronica feel and undertones of bass. Since his debut EDM keyboard set in 2017 for Brownies and Lemonade, Jason has been featured on various festival lineups such as Asteria, Interstellar, and Lost Lands as well as recently collaborating with CloZee, Luzcid, and Zeds Dead.

Now, he’s returning to Gravitas Recordings for his single “Ghost” ft. Raddix that’s yet another spectacular release from this talented artist. Showcasing a beautiful arrangement, Jason flexes his skills in the studio with a plethora of sounds to create a soothing atmosphere and vibe. Raddix vocals sit perfectly on top and work hand in hand to lift this track to euphoric heights.

Listen below!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Jason Leech Releases “Ghost” via Gravitas Recordings

Do LaB have officially announced the musical lineup for the 20th anniversary of Lightning in a Bottle taking place Memorial Day Weekend at Buena Vista Lake in Southern California this May 24-29, 2023.

LIB’s 2023 lineup will be its largest and most ambitious to date with stage headliners including Rezz, Sofi Tukker, ZHU, Liquid Stranger, TOKiMONSTA ,The Glitch Mob, Tale Of Us, Diplo, Purple Disco Machine, and more. In line with LIB’s 20th anniversary, it’s only right that some of the community’s longtime favorites return for this milestone edition. In addition to aforementioned artists, fans can expect the return of Random Rab, El Papachango, Dimond Saints, David Starfire, and a special performance by William Close & The Earth Harp Experience.

The five-day experience will be kicked off by a variety of programming on the festival’s opening days. Interactive yoga and movement classes will take place both Wednesday and Thursday, along with talks and workshops at the Compass and Learning Kitchen on Thursday. Fans can also expect the iconic 80s Prom to make its return. Music programming will begin on the Woogie Stage on Thursday afternoon, giving attendees a full extra day to get a first look at the immersive stage’s new design.

For those looking for the joy of a camping festival with an elevated experience, LIB will return VIP offerings first introduced during the 2022 edition. VIP pass holders can find reprieve in backstage lounges at Lightning, Thunder, and Woogie, grab refreshments in these areas at exclusive bars, enjoy special pop-up interactive experiences, take advantage of access to the Atlaswyld Beach Club & Bar, and watch headlining performances at the elevated Lightning Stage or enclosed Thunder Stage viewing areas. For more info on VIP tickets, visit https://www.libfestival.org/tickets.

Check out the full lineup below!

20 years of lightning has led us to our most eclectic array of artists yet Get tickets: https://t.co/M9B6C9SvV1 pic.twitter.com/C0cPR3I9CB

— Lightning in a Bottle (@LIBfestival) January 17, 2023

Photo via Eric Allen

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Lightning in a Bottle announces Diplo, REZZ, ZHU, The Glitch Mob & more for 20th anniversary

Governors Ball returns this year with a lineup featuring Lizzo, Odesza, and Kendrick Lamar as headliners in a new venue at Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

After leaving Randall’s Island, the festival has been held for the past two years at Citi Field, though the cancelled iteration in 2020 was scheduled to be held there, as well. The new venue is in Queens, off Meadow Lake.

Scheduled for June 9-11, the lineup also includes Lil Uzi Vert, HAIM, Diplo, Lil Baby, Aespa, Rina Sawayama, Lil Nas X, Giveon, Sofi Tukker, and more.

Get tickets here.

2023 @citibank presale available now via https://t.co/rFKRXlBci6.

Fan early access tickets available 1/19 at 10am ET, sign up on our website. General on-sale to follow. pic.twitter.com/iSSjQZz0mR

— Gov Ball (@GovBallNYC) January 17, 2023

Photo via @gregnoire

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Lizzo, Odesza, & Kendrick Lamar to headliner Governors Ball at new venue