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Here are 20 of the Best 2020 Black Friday Deals Offered by DJs
Those who crushed an entire turkey dinner last night can attest that the next-day Thanksgiving hangover is very real. As we veg out on our couches with Harry Potter marathons playing on screens and tryptophan flowing through our veins, it’s difficult not to whip out the phone and do a little online shopping for Black Friday deals. There’s no shortage of Black Friday deals in the EDM world this year. As the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, there’s no better time to learn a new skill, so those who want to take up DJing or music production should take advantage of the deals from the gear and tech side of the industry. Monster discounts are available on equipment from leading DJ manufacturer Pioneer DJ, products from renowned audio design company AIAIAI, and plugins...
Celebrate Miley Cyrus’ Birthday With Five of Her Best EDM Remixes
In honor of the superstar’s big day, we picked five of our favorite remixes from her and some of dance music’s biggest stars. For nearly her entire life, Miley Cyrus has been in the spotlight. From her incredibly popular TV and movie roles to her chart-topping musical career, she’s compiled an impressive résumé for someone still in their 20s. In honor of her birthday today, we’ve gathered five of the best EDM remixes of Miley’s track’s by some of dance music’s biggest stars. “Malibu (Tiësto Remix)” In 2017, Cyrus’ sun-kissed single “Malibu,” became a bit of an unofficial festival anthem due to the amount of play it received on the festival circuit. A couple of months after its release, dance music legend&nbs...
Afrojack Reignites Kapuchon Alias with New Single “10 Years Later”
Kapuchon will serve as an escape from the pressure of commercial success for Afrojack. Although Afrojack has remained a dominant presence in dance music over the past decade, some may have forgotten about the side project he launched a little over ten years ago. Today he’s reignited his Kapuchon alias for “10 Years Later,” the first release on his brand new Kapuchon Records imprint. “10 Years Later” is a total departure from what fans expect from Afrojack and only somewhat similar to his collab with Benny Rodrigues from 2009. Built upon an intoxicating bassline, the minimalistic tech house approach is perfectly executed. Not only does it highlight Afrojack’s refined skillset, but it also sheds light on his multifaceted talent. ̶...
Nina Kravitz, Afrojack, Jamie Jones, More Added to Creamfields 2021 Lineup
Fresh off the success of the first-ever Creamfields House Party 2020 Edition, the beloved festival is gearing up for an epic return to Daresbury for 2021 after adding 20 more impressive names to the lineup. Following the postponement of its 2020 event due to the impact of COVID-19, Creamfields organizers announced theif plan to bring the UK’s oldest electronic dance music festival back August 26th to 29th. The new additions to the lineup are Adaro, Afrojack, Alan Fitzpatrick, Aly and Fila, Andy Whitby, DJ Issac, Headhunterz, Jamie Jones, Josh Wink, Matrix and Futurebound featuring Rhymester, Nina Kraviz, Paul van Dyk, Richy Ahmed, Sefa, Sound Rush, Sub Zero Project, and TNT: Technoboy and Tuneboy. They join the previously announced Above and Beyond, Adam Be...
Afrojack and Chico Rose Team Up for “Speechless” with Azteck
Afrojack and Chico Rose have teamed up once again on the former’s Wall Recordings imprint to drop a brand new single, “Speechless,” featuring Azteck. While this isn’t the first time the two have teamed up, “Speechless” has a unique feel when compared to their recent collaborations, like “Cloud 9” and “Sad.” The groovy melody is an earworm that’ll leave you wanting more and sure to linger on across the radio waves through summer. The track also features haunting vocals of Azteck, which play a key role in making the track come together. Afrojack has been among the most successful DJs to emerge from the Dutch dance music scene in the past decade, breaking into the mainstream around 2010 with a number...
Watch “Never Gonna Give You Up” Singer Rick Astley Cover David Guetta and Sia’s “Titanium”
The iconic singer and Internet phenomenon paid homage to a timeless dance anthem. Fabled English singer Rick Astley has shared a remarkable cover of David Guetta and Sia‘s timeless dance anthem “Titanium.” Taking to YouTube to share the cover, Astley kicked off the video by rhapsodizing about “Titanium,” saying he “absolutely loves” it. “I think it’s perfect for right now because we’ve all got to find something inside us to make us feel a little stronger, and to be able to get through the days that we’re going through,” he continued. Perhaps best known for his iconic single “Never Gonna Give You Up,” Astley goes on to croon Sia’s ageless lyrics with the gravitas of a seasoned vet. Thanks to the m...
Afrojack and Sprayground Partner for New Backpack Designed for Touring DJs
Afrojack joined forces with Sprayground for a new backpack featuring their signature shark mouth. In 2019, Afrojack teamed up with the streetwear brand Sprayground for a collaborative backpack. Donning the brand’s iconic shark mouth design, the white leather backpack was a hit and sold out in a few hours. Luckily for those who couldn’t get one the first time or prefer darker shades of apparel, they’ve now joined forces again on another backpack. Designed for touring DJs, the shark print is featured on black vegan leather as opposed to the white coloring in the past iteration. In an effort to make the backpack both stylish and functional, they’ve included a dedicated compartment for a laptop. Inspired by Afrojack’s shoe collection, the company has stated that t...
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Add Some Sizzle to Your Summer With July’s Hot New Tracks [Playlist]
Get a recap of last month’s new releases and music news with our monthly top picks playlist. Even though summer’s almost over, the party is only just beginning for DJs and producers. With virtual editions of some of the biggest festivals, such as Tomorrowland and Lollapalooza, fans have been able to dance the night away to festival anthems while DJs teased new tracks. David Guetta and MORTEN finally released their “future rave” project, New Rave, which Guetta teased during his EDC Las Vegas Virtual Rave-A-Thon and his United At Home livestreams. Spanning four tracks in total, the EP showcases the growth of their patented “future rave” sound. In an interview with EDM.com, Guetta said, “You could play back-to-back the four records and completely...
10 Glorious Pre-Pandemic EDM Concert Moments for the Nostalgic
COVID-19 is like a disposable camera—it has no place in modern society, but it conjures nostalgic memories of old. iPhones are to disposable cameras what COVID-19 is to live music. The only difference, however, is that live music will eventually return. Until that happens, though, we can only look at the past through rose colored glasses and hope the hues don’t fade. To that end, a number of electronic music artists and labels have taken to social media in recent weeks to share old videos of intoxicating concert moments that are crystallized in time as mementos of a once-vibrant EDM zeitgest. However, these little vignettes should be emblematic not of a culture lost, but a culture with a stormproof foundation ready to be reborn. Here are 10 glorious pre-pandemic EDM concert moments f...
Afrojack and SAYMYNAME Join Forces for Breakbeat Bop “Hot”
Afrojack first began teasing a collaboration with SAYMYNAME at Ultra 2019. Over a year later, they’ve finally released their collaborative track “Hot,” out via the former’s Wall Recordings. “Hot” is a party starter through and through. The tune masterfully blends Afrojack’s house-centric sound with SAYMYNAME’s screeching synths, delivering a breakbeat heater that’ll keep any dancefloor moving. Although the track is short, it isn’t lacking in impact. It opens with a catchy vocal, which is then chopped into a melody and finally used again pre-drop. The drop itself offers plenty of variation, as the pattern within the breaks changes often throughout both drops. You can listen to “Hot” below. FOLLOW AFROJAC...
Wraps, Wheels, and Whips: 10 DJs with Jaw-Dropping Car Collections
Music and cars undoubtedly go hand in hand. Picture this—it’s late at night and you’re cruising down the highway, blasting Kavinsky‘s “Night Call” or Duke Dumont‘s “Ocean Drive,” with not a care in the world. There’s nothing better than blaring your favorite song and feeling the bass and the engine meld together, making you feel like you’re in your own personal music video. Now think about doing that in a custom Ferrari. EDM artists are known for adding high octane gas into their productions, but they add it to their luxury vehicles as well. Navigating the roads at breakneck speeds comparable to the kinetic energy of their music, here are 10 producers and DJs who have car collections will have your jaw on the floor. ...
Afrojack and Nicky Romero to Kick Off “HyperX Showdown” Celebrity Gaming Series
Afrojack and Nicky Romero have been announced as two of the many personalities who will be taking part in HyperX‘s new celebrity gaming series “HyperX Showdown.” HyperX, the renowned gaming gear brand and subsidiary of computer technology corporation Kingston Technology Company, announced the new series yesterday, June 10th, 2020, which will unite personalities from entertainment, music, sports, and gaming for eight weeks or tournaments and gaming events. According to a press release issued to announce the initiative, the first gaming event is scheduled to air on Tuesday, June 16th, at 3PM ET (12PM PST) with EDM superstars Afrojack and Nicky Romero, who will be paired with two pro players from the London Royal Ravens playing Call of Duty: Warzone. ...
