The biggest DJ in dance music has fittingly built a brand celebrating the biggest game in sports, and this year’s edition is taking the stakes to new heights. Shaquille O’Neal, affectionately known to dance music fans as DJ Diesel, has proven he knows how to throw the most memorable Super Bowl party. Over the last few years, Shaq’s Fun House has become a must-see experience, turning the dancefloor into a full-fledged theme park experience. This year, Shaq’s Fun House lands in Los Angeles on February 11th ahead of the high-stakes Super Bowl LVI matchup between the Rams and the Bengals—and there’s plenty of reasons not to miss the celebration. Tickets to this year’s Shaq’s Fun House in Los Angeles are on sale now. A Super ...
While much of the country is currently shoveling their driveways and defrosting their windshields, it’s hard to believe pool season is right around the corner. Luckily, Splash House‘s latest announcements serve as a timely reminder that brighter days are ahead. Better still, the Palm Springs based event is expanding to three weekends of action in 2022. Sprawling across three resort grounds, Splash House takes the party poolside with multiple stage setups. Pour out some frozen cocktails in Margaritaville, a resort that encapsulates a uniquely tropical feel with luxury furnishings and amenities. Take your pick of a mountain facing or pool facing view at the colorful Saguaro hotel, where dancing on the balcony is standard practice. Alternatively, the Renaissance resort prope...
LP Giobbi and her FEMME HOUSE educational initiative are hitting the road in 2022. Dubbed the “FEMME HOUSE Takeover Tour,” the initiative will bring a blend of club shows and music production workshops to 12 cities in the U.S. this spring. Kicking off in Philadelphia on February 25th, the tour will offer production workshops and professional development events with Giobbi and Ableton Certified Trainers during the day, followed by nighttime club sets with all-female and non-binary lineups. She Is The Music will also host professional development events in a handful of cities. “When I first started out, I learned that only about 2% of charting producers were non-male,” said Giobbi, who was recently named Best Music Executive on EDM.com‘s &...
Summer Camp Music Festival has something for everyone on this year’s lineup. After a dazzling 20th anniversary outing, the minds behind the beloved Illinois festival are looking to make an even bigger splash in 2022. With dubstep, hip-hop, jam bands, experimental electronic music and more, Summer Camp’s 2022 lineup is an eclectic celebration of live music. As shown in the embedded lineup, Summer Camp Music Festival 2022 will feature headline performances from Zeds Dead, NGHTMRE, Liquid Stranger, STS9, Smashing Pumpkins, as well as three days of jamming from Umphrey’s McGee and moe. Set to join are Moore Kismet, Malaa, 1788-L, BLVK JVCK, Wreckno, A Hundred Drums, Dirt Monkey, Jantsen and many more. The 21st chapter of Summer Camp Music Festival is scheduled for May 27-29, ...
After announcing their comeback late last year, the organizers of Detroit’s legendary Movement Music Festival have revealed the event’s 2022 headliners. Though this is only a small glimpse of what’s to come, it’s a spectacular lineup so far. Nina Kraviz, Seth Troxler, Anfisa Letyago, Adam Beyer, The Blessed Madonna, Richie Hawtin, Claude VonStroke, and more were among the first to be announced. Fans can also look forward to collaborative DJ sets from the likes of Eris Drew and Octo Octa as well as Goldie and LTJ Bukem. Check out the full reveal below. Movement Festival Lineup Teaser Movement (via Facebook) Recommended Articles Detroit’s Movement Festival has long been a haven for all things four-on-the-floor. Since 2020, however, the fabled techno and ho...
If music were water, Colorado would never run dry. It’s no secret that Colorado is a hub for electronic music. And its most iconic venue, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, is its biggest purveyor. Celebrated for its natural acoustics, which are made possible by two giant monoliths flanking the amphitheater, the open air venue is one of those ineffable places that consistently manufactures “you had to be there” moments. Ergo, only those who have attended an electronic dance music show at Red Rocks can attest how special it is. Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado. Ryan Loughlin Recommended Articles And the EDM community has a lot to look forward to in 2022. Red Rocks is set host a litany of remarkable concerts, which will feature Porter Robinson, Kraftwerk, Zeds Dead and man...
Red Bull is transforming Manchester’s historic Victoria Baths swimming complex into a rave complex for one night. On February 26th, the Victoria Baths complex will undergo a full transition into a music venue, breathing new life into Manchester’s storied nightlife culture. The lineup boasts a ton of talent local, such as Afrodeutsche and A Guy Called Gerald as well as Mr. Scruff, DJ Paulette, Luke Unabomber, and Annabel Fraser, among others. The event is part of a new series called “Red Bull Unlocked” and it will feature eight different rooms, according to various sources. Victoria Baths. Izz R Recommended Articles According to the Manchester Evening News, the Victoria Baths complex previously hosted a rave back in 1988, when A Guy Called Gerald performed along...
It was only a matter of time: Coachella has officially hopped on the NFT train. Via a partnership FTX US, a massive collection of 11,010 NFTs is slated to hit Coachella’s environmentally friendly marketplace on the Solana blockchain this Friday, February 4th, at 10AM PT (1PM ET). The drop’s crown jewel is the “Coachella Keys Collection,” which consists of 10 NFTs that grant each owner lifetime access to the fabled music and arts festival. Each of these unique collectibles also unlock specific luxury experiences for the 2022 fest, like prime viewing access at the electronic dance music-focused Sahara Tent to a private party on the Coachella grounds. Naturally, there’s also an “Infinity Key” offering its owner a combination of lifetime gu...
Porter Robinson will soon descend on one of the nation’s most beloved concert venues for a massive headlining show. Today he announced a concert at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre, where he’ll host a special edition of his “Nurture Live” tour on April 1st. The iconic open air venue is celebrated for its natural acoustics, which are made possible by two giant monoliths flanking its seating area and stage. Interestingly enough, Robinson, who first performed at Red Rocks 2015, will be opening and closing the show. He’ll be kicking off the night with a performance from his side project, Air To Earth, before additional supporting sets from Qrion, Wavedash, and Machinedrum. Porter Robinson performs at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in 2015. Porter Robinson (via...
The journey to Dancefestopia 2022 is officially underway. The organizers of the Kansas City music festival have announced the first wave of artists to perform in 2022, celebrating the fest’s 10-year anniversary from September 8th to 11th. You can purchase tickets to Dancefestopia 2022 here starting at $199 for three-day general admission. Payment plans are also available. Dancefestopia is set to kick off on Thursday with an official pre-party hosted by Seven Lions and his Ophelia Records imprint. This is no ordinary pre-party though, as the first night is chock full of performances and will run until 5AM. In fact, programming runs until 7AM daily. The beloved festival will feature over 200 music and visual artists, four stages, world-class production, and six nights of...
On Friday at Los Angeles’ popular Exchange L.A. club, hardtrap pioneer SAYMYNAME plans to host the flagship event of his recently launched “One Beat” series. The evening aims to promote dance music from Black artists in partnership with the Local Hearts Foundation and Insomniac Events. It promises charm and wallop from a cavalcade of POC producers and allies, like BLVCK JESUS, MADGRRL, Dack Janiels, GAWM, ETC!ETC!, JMoss, and Izadi. With a fresh welcome to the family at Paradigm Talent Agency, this seems to be just the beginning for SAYMYNAME too. In addition to a portion of the proceeds from Friday’s event going to feed the needy from the Local Hearts Foundation, “One Beat” aims to continue its past established rhythm in support of numerous Black causes. Recommended Articles M...
Alison Wonderland is hitting the road in 2022 for a can’t-miss headlining tour. Over the course of the tour, fans are safe to expect the Australian dance music superstar to perform cuts from her brand new album, which she recently confirmed will drop in 2022. But if the tour’s name is any indication, they might have to wait a bit for the release. Wonderland’s “I am not quite ready to share my album title or artwork yet” tour will kick off in March and hit a number of major cities, like Miami, Chicago, Boston and Brooklyn. She’ll then tie a bow on it with a show in June in Berkeley, California. A new video released to announce the tour confirms that it will feature new music, as well as new production, visuals, lighting, and live musicians. Recommended Ar...