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The venue will open this month with events featuring Rampa, Michael Bibi, and Black Coffee. Photo Credit: Pacha New York – Official Pacha New York has secured all final permits and approvals to open its new Brooklyn venue this summer. Alongside the launch, the brand committed $24 million to operational enhancements and an additional $3 million to Brooklyn-based community initiatives over the next decade. Pre-opening events begin on June 13th […]

The Brazilian-French artist manager worked in the electronic music industry for over 15 years. Leticia van Riel, founder of LvR Management and co-manager of techno pioneer Sama’ Abdulhadi, has passed away following a car accident in Ibiza. The veteran manager spent nearly twenty years shaping careers within the global electronic music scene. For the past seven years, van Riel co-managed Sama’ Abdulhadi. Her extensive professional history also includes a decade-long […]

The 75-minute session features a selection from Aphex Twin, Burial, Oklou, Flying Lotus, and more. Photo credit: The Lot Radio – Youtube Thomas Bangalter returned behind the decks for a rare DJ appearance on The Lot Radio on June 8th, 2026, delivering a 75-minute set that showcased the breadth of his current musical interests. The mix included music from Aphex Twin, Burial, Oklou, Flying Lotus, Nala Sinephro, Iannis Xenakis, and […]

Marking the label’s first various artists release of 2026. Photo credit: Pan-Pot – Facebook Pan-Pot has unveiled ‘PLANET2’, the second installment in its ongoing compilation series for Second State. The four-track collection brings together contributions from Pan-Pot, Devid Dega, Nino Blink, and Sudaca alongside Argentina’s Eme Kulhnek. Leading the release is Pan-Pot’s ‘Portals’, a driving cut built around off-kilter rhythms and sharp-edged textures. Elsewhere, Devid Dega contributes ‘Don’t Stop’, while […]

Featuring MoBlack, Jan Blomqvist, Patrick Mason, Joezi, Nooriyah, and more. Photo credit: Hï Ibiza – Website MESTIZA will take over the Theatre at Hï Ibiza in 2026, becoming the first female artists to lead a summer residency at this world-renowned club. The Spanish duo will perform on Sundays from May 31st through June 28th before returning from September 6th through October 4th. Following a widely discussed run of appearances in […]

Out now via Right Tempo. Photo credit: Joe Claussell – Bandcamp Joe Claussell has revisited Emanuele Cisi’s ‘Pharoah’s Message,’ transforming the composition into a new collection of Sacred Rhythm remixes available now. Originally featured on Cisi’s album ‘Rushin,’ the piece draws inspiration from the spiritual and modal traditions associated with figures such as Pharoah Sanders and John Coltrane. For the remix project, Claussell deconstructs the original recording and rebuilds it […]

Now available via Feathers & Bones. Photo credit: Rodriguez Jr. – Facebook Rodriguez Jr. has returned to his Feathers & Bones imprint with the release of ‘Higher,’ a new single that expands on the melodic foundations that have become a hallmark of his recent work. A regular feature in his live performances, the track is built around a recurring piano motif while introducing wider synth textures, increased drive, and a […]

Featuring tracks by Rooléh, Crewcutz, Renato Cohen, Tiger Stripes, and more. Photo credit: EMMË – Instagram EMMË is the latest artist to step into the EG Spotlight series, unveiling episode 336 with a mix built around rhythm, tension, and late-night energy. Now available via EG’s SoundCloud platform, the session reflects the Mexico City-based artist’s club-focused approach and more than a decade of experience behind the decks. Across 17 tracks, EMMË […]

Featuring DJ Tennis, Maceo Plex, Musclecars, Andi, Arvin T, and more. Photo credit: DJ Tennis – Instagram Life and Death will return to New York City’s Knockdown Center on June 13th, 2026, for a day-into-night marathon led by the influential imprint founded by DJ Tennis. The daytime program will feature DJ Tennis, Musclecars, a special guest yet to be announced, plus Andi B2B Arvin T. The event will then transition […]

Inspired by Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s 1999 classic ‘Got Your Money’. Photo credit: Vinter – Official DJ and producer Vinter has returned with a new single, ‘Money’, continuing his growing relationship with Helix Records. The release follows recent cuts ‘Space Pump’ and ‘This Is Not The James Brown’, further building momentum for one of Brazil’s emerging electronic music talents. Built around a reworked vocal inspired by Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s 1999 classic […]