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The cause of death has not been disclosed. Photo credit: Cynthia Orthu The electronic music community mourns the loss of  French artist Olivier Portal, professionally known as Playin’ 4 The City, who passed away on January 8th, 2025 at age 65. The cause of death has not been disclosed. As a pioneer of French house music in the mid-1990s, Portal helped shape the genre’s sound through collaborations with DJ Deep, […]

Now available via Wonderwheel Recordings. Photo credit: Lagartijeando – Official Lagartijeando, also known as Mati Zundel, is set to release his new album, ‘7 Caminos,’ in March 2025, marking another milestone in his journey through Latin American electronic music. The first single, ‘Cumbia De La Selva’, is now available via Wonderwheel Recordings. ‘Cumbia De La Selva’ is a pulsating cumbia that draws inspiration from classic jazz piano notes and 70s-influenced […]

Starting June 15th in Dublin and concluding September 18th in Los Angeles. Photo credit: Nine Inch Nails – Facebook Nine Inch Nails is returning to touring after three years with their ‘Peel It Back’ Tour, bringing their intense live performances to major venues across Europe and North America. Starting this June in Europe, fans will experience the band’s dynamic shows at iconic venues across the continent. The North American leg […]

Featuring tracks by Emiliano Manzano, Vagner Silveira, PIMI, Matter, Sam Scheme, Jiminy Hop, Amháin, Alex O’Rion, Mattias Herrera, Diego Acosta, and more. Photo credit: Alex Efe – Official Uruguayan DJ and producer Alex Efe has unveiled his latest mix in the EG Records Series, now streaming on EG’s SoundCloud and Mixcloud platforms. The mix showcases a diverse lineup of artists, including Emiliano Manzano, about:river, Vagner Silveira, PIMI, Matter, Sam Scheme, […]

Their first single in four years. Photo credit: Morcheeba – Facebook Trip-hop pioneers Morcheeba have unveiled ‘Call For Love,’ marking a triumphant return after a four-year hiatus. Released through 100% Records, this emotionally charged track offers the first glimpse of their eleventh studio album. Now celebrating their 30th anniversary, the UK group has evolved from their original 1995 trio of Skye Edwards and the Godfrey brothers to the current duo […]

With over two decades of shaping drum & bass culture, BCee stands as a testament to authentic artistry and unwavering dedication to the genre. Photo credit: BCee – Facebook As the founder of Spearhead Records, he’s more than just a producer and label head—he’s a curator of quality and champion of emerging talent. His label has launched the careers of artists like Hybrid Minds, Netsky, and LSB. Now, celebrating Spearhead […]

Performing in six cities including Boston, Chicago, and LA. Photo credit: Max Parovsky Austrian electronic music duo Kruder & Dorfmeister are embarking on a 2025 US tour, featuring their K&D Sessions. The six-city tour kicks off at Boston’s House of Blues on September 4th, followed by a show at Brooklyn Paramount on the 5th. Then the duo will perform at Chicago’s Auditorium on September 6th and Washington’s Howard Theater on […]

The series features renowned labels including Afterlife, Diynamic, All Day I Dream, Innervisions, Drumcode, and Crosstown Rebels. Photo credit: RSN8 – Website RSN8 launches DYSTOPIA 2025 this March—a seven-month series showcasing over 20 international headliners from premier labels including Afterlife, Diynamic, All Day I Dream, Innervisions, Drumcode, and Crosstown Rebels. Set at the Geary Avenue Warehouse Project, each event will transform the space with immersive installations, premium sound and visuals, […]

Featuring Jeff Mills, Four Tet, Avalon Emerson, Richie Hawtin, Honey Dijon, Floating Points, Palms Trax, and more. Photo credit: Tim Buiting Dekmantel Festival returns to Amsterdam for its 11th edition, offering a five-day musical journey from July 30th to August 3rd, 2025, at the Amsterdamse Bos venue. This year’s event marks a milestone as the festival returns to its original format following last year’s extended celebration. The 2025 lineup boasts […]

This special release includes a Dolby Atmos Mix, Blu-ray audio disc, and picture disc vinyl. Photo credit: Kraftwerk – Wikipedia Kraftwerk’s ‘Autobahn’ marks its 50th anniversary with a release package arriving March 7th, 2025. The band’s founder Ralf Hütter and engineer Fritz Hilpert have revisited the original 16-track master tapes to create an unprecedented Dolby Atmos Mix, offering listeners a deeper and more immersive journey through this influential recording. The […]