Electronic music artist Adrianna recently unveiled a new live DJ set, recorded at the Illikkal Kallu in Poonjar Vadakkekara, India. Surrounded by sweeping views of rugged terrain, peaks and valleys, her performance aims to fuse the raw beauty of nature with her brand of high-energy techno.  

A new collaboration arrived on Defected, as Grigoré, Serve Cold and Jaguar Jaguar deliver ‘Dancing’. Grigoré has apparently risen to success producing and DJing across house and techno spheres, earning him respect from artists like Solomun, CamelPhat and Kevin de Vries. His work with frequent collaborator Serve Cold began with his third EP, ‘Seasons’, with the tracks channelling both artists’ melancholic and melodic sides.

Paris-based Inès Cherifi recently released her new EP ‘Quests’, a six-track EP marking a new chapter in her career. Possibly known for fusing classical instrumentation with electronic texture, the EP sees her step fully into a hybrid compositional space, guided as much by voice and vulnerability as by structure and form.

With fresh residencies and a new, immersive sound system, Amnesia aims to double down on what matters: music and atmosphere first. That’s the message behind this season’s full program, which sees a mix of breakthrough residencies and global brands. Ben Hemsley, KETTAMA, and East End Dubs’ Eastenderz stand alongside the likes of Resistance, Boiler Room, and Do Not Sleep.

DJ Dave Beer, the driving force behind the Back To Basics night in Leeds, is about to release his debut album, ‘What Goes Around’, alongside his long-term collaborators The Blessed. This deeply personal and uplifting collection of tracks reflects his journey through hardship and healing, transforming near-fatal adversity into a testament to the power of music and the human spirit.

Label boss HI-LO unveils his first solo release of 2025 with ‘United In Trance’, out now on his imprint, HILOMATIK. Following a start to the year with ‘INFERNO’ (with KASABLANCA), ‘Born To Love’ (featuring Sarah de Warren) on HILOMATIK, and ‘Work That Body’ (with Temper) on Armada, the Dutch producer returns with a driving, techno-trance fusion that showcases his musical vision.

Italian DJ/producer Alfredo Rosiello, aka Alfrenk, has apparently built a reputation since debuting in 2013 with a consistent output of percussive-driven grooves on labels such as Paradise, Sola, Snatch!, and Kaluki that have won the support of Seth Troxler and Marco Carola. 

Harry Romero returns to his Bambossa imprint for the first time since 2023 with ‘Call Me Later’, which is out now. It follows his team-up with Doc Martin & Joeski as True School Players, and this time recruits sax player Future Joy for the original mix, and Olive F for remix duties. 

New York and Florence-based producer Child Of returns with ‘Remover’ / ‘At The Heart Level’, a two-track release that draws from the melodic sensibilities of Four Tet and the cinematic scale of David August. Out now on California’s SOL Records, the EP offers a take on the borders of emotive house and techno, with one foot in the rave and the other in more contemplative terrain.

In September 2024, Defected Records apparently made its mark on London’s Drumsheds, welcoming 15,000 house music enthusiasts to the label’s hometown for an all-day, three-room affair. The event showcased the best of what the label and sister labels Glitterbox and D4 D4NCE had to offer. Now, on 20 September, the label makes its comeback to the warehouse venue, with a line-up that capitalises on the successes of last year.

Emerging electronic producer ASTOR recently unveiled his new single ‘Poison’, via ASTOR Records. Boasting over 2.16 million streams across platforms, he’s had a string of support slots at NOTO in Philadelphia, and The Summer Club in New York City, where he opened for the likes of Nicky Romero, Hardwell, Sam Feldt, Loud Luxury, and Julian Jordan. He has also garnered attention from publications such as We Rave You and EDM Nomad. 

Long-time collaborators SHADED and Harvard Bass join forces once again on their latest single, ‘Oscillate’, which is out now on via Insomniac’s IN / ROTATION. The track is a low-slung tech tool aimed for late-night business. An elastic bassline, 808s, and percussive accents anchor it. 

After previous stop-offs in The Netherlands, Germany, the UK and Belgium, this month finds ‘Hypnotised’ - the country-by-country-hopping history of trance music - reaching American shores. There, it explores one of the genre’s lesser-told tales. The fifth album in the series is again compiled by Arjan Rietveld, author of its encyclopaedic companion book, Hypnotised: A Journey Through Trance Music 1990 – 2005.

Ookay and Wolfgang Gartner join forces for a ride on their new single ‘Past Life’, out now on Dim Mak. Blending retro energy with contemporary flair, the track is a disco-tinged production packed with grooves, synths, and rhythm. An ideal fit for the label’s catalogue, the collab signals a new era of sonic experimentation from the two artists.

Beachouse Ibiza recently announced the return of its Moonlit Dinners, alongside the launch of LUNAR, a new series of full moon gatherings that aim to blend ritual, connection, celebration, and dining beneath the stars. From 30 May to mid-September, Moonlit Dinners will take place at every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 7pm. 

DJ/producer Tobias Bergson has remixed San Franciscan trio KARMACODA’s track ‘Time’, releasing on 16 May via Sola Musa Music and premiering on House Music With Love. 

A certified Defected classic, ‘Bad Habit’ by ATFC featuring Lisa Millett is remixed by Clüb De Combat. Originally released in 2000, the track became one of the label’s signature tracks, leading to a slew of re-releases and remixes, most notably from Armin Van Buuren in the same year. Joining the list of remixers is a duo apparently marked as ones to watch in 2025; Clüb De Combat’s sound has earned them a slew of supporters, including artists such as Solomun, Peggy Gou, Chloe Caillet, Chris Lake, and Mau P.

DJ/producer duo Calussa, comprised of Cuban-American brothers Gino and Andrew Gomez, recently announced the launch of their brand-new label, NUSONIDO, debuting with the ‘White Tiger’ EP in collaboration with Ben Miller, which is out now. The label, meaning “new sound” in a blend of English and Spanish, represents a new direction for the duo, evolving from their previous label, Hurry Up Slowly. 

A longtime admirer of the classical style, Solarstone assessed the ‘sonata's’ fast-slow-fast tempo and structured movements as nearly tailor-made for a club track. So, he leaned into the idea, going on to craft a release that takes its cues, notes, and sonic influences from dawn-of-the-genre labels like EyeQ, Harthouse, and Superstition, among others. 

Meetch recently released his newest single, ‘Will F**K You Up’, on Skink Records, the label founded by Dutch producer duo, Showtek. The release comes after Showtek spent over a year supporting Meetch’s breakout track ‘Upside Down’. Impressed by his sound, the duo personally reached out for a demo, and the rest is history.

Moneyjaw and ZEALE release on Adderall / Imposter—a two-track production that pairs ghetto house with vocal work with a sense of underground pedigree. Bass-heavy and percussive, both cuts nod to the Dirtybird school of functional weirdness, while carving their own path through groove and grit.

Irish-born, Manchester-based Kerrie is a multidisciplinary artist and DJ. Having garnered a musical education through working at and holding a DJ residency at UK record shop, Eastern Bloc, her knowledge and dedication to music shines through her back catalogue and DJ and live sets.

Nicole Moudaber’s debut to Arcane comes in the form of ‘I’ve Been Waiting For You’, a vocal lead techno track with a slower tempo and a chunky bassline. Nicole has been part of the global dance music scene for decades and has dedicated her career to music whilst building her brand with her label MOOD Records, alongside its events and radio show. 

Following recent releases with Toolroom and Insomniac’s In / Rotation, HASKELL continues to find his footing in the grittier corners of house music. His new single on Nervous, ‘Deeper’, strips things back to the essentials: a thick-set groove, percussion, and a vocal loop that nods toward classic Nervous output without feeling nostalgic.

The ninth edition of Defected Croatia will begin 30 July and end in the early hours of 4 August 2025. Phase 1 of the festival line-up was announced in October 2024, bringing electronic talent from all over the world to The Garden Resort in Tisno. Now with just over two months to go until possibly 5000 house heads arrive for a five-day festival experience, Defected has added Ben Westbeech, Cash Only, Cinthie, Desiree, Ella Knight, Elliot Schooling & Liam Palmer, Ferreck Dawn, Floorplan, Harry Romero, Kid Fonque, Nasser Baker, Smokin Jo and Stacey Hottwaxx Hale to its line-up of over 90 artists.

Madrid’s Crusy returns with his latest single ‘Kiki’ on Toolroom, continuing a run of releases that has apparently seen his profile steadily rise within the scene. Possibly known for his ability to craft tracks that balance underground energy with an accessible edge, he has built a reputation as a consistent producer.

Out now, ‘before it begins’ is the first chapter of a cross-generational ambient project, ‘Samsara Passengers’, an album from Øneheart, leadwave and Dean Korso that includes collaborations with a range of artists including Moby, Medasin, Younger Brother, Jeff Rona, Kiran & Nivi and Au5.

Apparently a rising force in the Afro house scene, DJ Hydra’s ‘Moyo Wa Upendo’ marks OVAVA Music’s eighth release. Having gained momentum in the run-up to his debut single release ‘Bamidele’ set for 30 May, this two-track EP possibly pushes his position as one of the genre’s most exciting new talents. 

GRAMMY-nominated Nic Fanciulli unites with vocalist and songwriter Marc E. Bassy for ‘Hold On’ on Defected. Since previous label tracks ‘I Want You’ with Butch and ‘Vente’ with Callussa, he has continued to nurture his Saved imprint, releasing ‘Set Me Free’ with Robert Courtois, a five-week Beatport No.1 that is apparently still receiving club play nearly a year later.

Melo Mechanics, the new project from Norwegian DJs and producers, Ørjan Nilsen and Fingerling, debuts with ‘Gets Hard’, a fusion of tech house energy and groove. Longtime best friends and studio collaborators, they bring a chemistry to the project forged through years of shared musical vision and mutual respect. With previous releases like ‘1 Like You’ in 2019 amassing over 3 million streams on Spotify and ‘Fable’ in 2013, the duo is now reintroducing themselves under a new alias.

NOW HERE by Paco Osuna recently unveiled its lineup for its fourth season, set to take place every Tuesday at Hï Ibiza Club Room from 17 June 17 to 30 September. After nights in cities like Miami, New York, and Amsterdam, and two full club takeovers at Hï Ibiza, the brand is ready to embark on the summer season with a lineup where returning favourites and fresh additions will come together. 

Brazil’s Volkoder makes a solo return to Jamie Jones’ Hot Creations with his ‘Need Your Body’ EP, a decade on from his remix of Nathan Barato’s ‘Every Time I See You’. Opening with the title track, he fuses funky rhythms and thudding kicks, while female vocals take control, locking the track into a full-bodied groove. 

Heist Recordings welcomes back Cinthie with the ‘Get Up’ EP, following her ‘Piano Heaven’ EP for the label in 2023, which received support from Pete Tong, The Blessed Madonna, Chloé Caillet, and more. The four-track EP opens with 'Deep Inside Love', a cut that harks back to the steamy emotions of early house, wrapped up in chords with acid-tinged synths and vocals.

Dee Diggs returns to New York’s toucan sounds with ‘Love Cruise’. The track follows 2024’s ‘Go Deep’ on the label, which was remixed by Stefan Ringer and won support from artists like Antal, Moxie, DJ Harvey, Bradley Zero, and many more. The track once again showcases her sound as her vocals are joined at the hip with a produced instrumental, giving a warm, sunshine feel to its beat. 

HI-LO delivers his latest production just in time for the summer rave season as he reshapes Temper’s ‘Intrigue Hard Club Mix’. With a rolling low-end groove, percussion, and vocal hooks chanting the line, “Ain’t nothin’ but tutti-frutti, get on the floor if you’ve got that booty,” he aims to strike the balance between big-room power and underground attitude. 

Continuing his house music divas productions, Tedd Patterson recently released his next soulful house drop, ‘Do It Again’, on SoSure Music. This is his second release of the year, fresh off the back of his collaboration with Inaya Day, and before that, The Illustrious Blacks, he now brings us the next soulful slice from his NYC studio. 

Jason and Lucia have always known the deck is stacked against them. But when an easy score goes wrong, they find themselves on the darkest side of the sunniest place in America, in the middle of a criminal conspiracy stretching across the state of Leonida — forced to rely on each other more than ever if they want to make it out alive. Welcome to the latest glimpse of Grand Theft Auto VI.

Michael Bibi is set to headline a surprise event at Beachouse Ibiza tonight, with one purpose apparnetly at its core: to give back. From 6:30PM to 11:30PM, Beachouse will open its doors for a special charity evening in support of APAAC (Asociación Pitiusa de Ayuda a Afectados de Cáncer) — a local non-profit providing essential care to cancer patients and their families across Ibiza and Formentera.

Greek DJ/producer Andreas Steriotis, aka Deejay Aden, built up his reputation in his hometown of Zakynthos as founder of the party series Tech Of Events and RITUAL, where he often shared the decks with the likes of Dennis Ferrer, Black Coffee, and Mihalis Safras. 

Bengoxi lands on Brazilian label Red Room with ‘Need It’, an emotive mid-tempo cut that aims to pull on the dancefloor’s heartstrings. The Afro house soundtrack brings soft pads to the fore while a female vocal and looping percussion give a sun-drenched aura. On the flip, label boss Rod Brito delivers a remix to round off the release. 

Electric Rescue’s debut release, ‘Control Your Mind’, was recently released on Ben Sims’ Hardgroove label and sees the French producer deliver four tracks that display two distinct takes on modern techno.

Defected Records welcomes back Ferreck Dawn to the label with his latest cut, ‘Make Me Weak’, featuring the vocals of singer/songwriter Caroline Byrne. The track marks another addition to the Defected catalogue as Ferreck continues to shape his output into the global house scene in 2025.

Claude VonStroke, part of North America’s underground dance music community, makes a return with the release of his new EP, ‘I Was The Wolf’, and the launch of his “Life of Leisure” tour, with both recently kicking off at New York City’s Knockdown Center.

D4 D4NCE welcomes rising artist Siân Owen back with her latest dancefloor track, ‘She’s A Bad Mama Jama.’ After her debut single ‘Don’t Mean A Thing’ last year, the UK DJ/producer returns to her home label with this groove-laden follow-up.

Leeds-based DJ/producer Crvvcks returns to Perfect Havoc with his new single ‘Ain’t Giving Up’, the second release from his upcoming debut EP ‘Confluence’, which set to land in September. With this latest cut, he continues to try and carve out his place in UK electronic music, combining raw club energy with an emotive edge. 

Chris Liebing returns to his CLR label this month with the ‘Phantom Rider’ EP, already supported by Daniel Avery, GiGi FM, Jon Hester, and more. The first track, ‘Kaizen’, doesn’t hold back with pounding drums, dub chords, and a snare-laden groove all play a part in this peak-time offering. 

GRAMMY-nominated electronic trio Above & Beyond return to North America this summer for a 13-date amphitheatre tour in support of their forthcoming studio album, ‘Bigger Than All Of Us’. Presented by Live Nation and spanning three months, the tour marks the group’s first full album tour in North America since 2018’s ‘Common Ground’. 

2024 apparently proved to be a big 365 for Avis Vox. It saw the release of ‘Skin’, her debut longplayer, which surpassed its first million Spotify streams within months of release. Off the back of it came tracks like ‘Block Rocking Beats’, (which found turntable favour with Solomun at his recent Sphere LV show) and ‘Illusion’, which racked up 700,000 TikTok views. 

German artists andhim, West African-born afro house artist AMÉMÉ, and Hamburg singer-songwriter Malou join forces for their new single, ‘Feel The Love’, which is out now on Insomniac Records. This collaboration blends andhim's organic-laced sound with AMÉMÉ's afro house sensibilities, all elevated by Malou's vocal topline. The track is built upon piano motifs, atmospherics, percussive arrangements, and gang vocal harmonies, all anchored by Malou's declaration of life-affirming connection.

Best-friend duo Crumb Pit - producer Matt Barri and rapper Jorlov - recently released ‘No Crumbs’ on Dim Mak Records. The track is a fusion of UKG and D&B that is driven by sound design, vocals, and a groove that aims for movement. Jorlov, hailing from the UK, delivers a vocal flow influenced by UK MCs such as The Streets, while Matt Barri, who has been making music since childhood, brings the production. 

Dylan Ragland and Ricky Mears, also known as SIDEPIECE, return to Toolroom with another one of their productions. The duo is possibly one of the biggest breakout acts in house music, with over 1.3 billion streams and a Grammy nomination under their belt. 

Emerging goth-pop artist, Georgi drops a remix of her single ‘That Night’ by Al-P of MSTRKRFT; out now on Bitch House Records. The track is a taste of what’s coming from remixes of tracks off her forthcoming debut album ‘Love After Dark’ by artists such as Aesthetic Perfection and Coatie Pop. It blends dancefloor elements from the techno, indie dance, darkwave, and EBM genres.

An explorer of sound, Brazil's Vini Pistori blends house, electronica, techno, progressive and classical influences, a fusion that apparently shines through his productions and sets. Gaining recognition for his work, he moved to Europe, where he has become part of lineups at clubs and festivals around the world, with his productions finding a home on labels such as SumOverHistories, Renaissance, Moodmusic, and, of course, Rebellion. 

Chicago-raised, Florida-based Loofy is an underground house artist who had a breakout hit with 'Last Night' on this label back in late 2023. It became an unintentional crossover track with support from the likes of Tale Of Us, Mau P, Dom Dolla & Oscar G and apparently was one of the biggest records of last year, clocking up tens of millions of streams. 

Channelling inspiration from the likes of Tapesh, Basti Grub, and Mendo, Russia-born DJ/producer Botar is possiblyu known for his deep and atmospheric compositions that take in elements from tech house to deep house to techno. 

Dance music news portal, The Night Bazaar, and Hastings Nightclub Blackbox are  aiming to bring ‘renowned’ DJs to small spaces without the hefty ticket price. The Night Bazaar presents… Blackbox is a new monthly party launching on Saturday, 3 May 2025, and its concept is straightforward: special guest DJs join the resident DJs to perform an extended set in the intimate confines of the venue. 

Dutchman Hardwell played at Ultra Music Festival Miami last month where he debuted his latest single, ‘Sanctuary’. Unveiled as the opener to his set, its progressive, melodic energy embodies his ever-evolving style, with this year’s appearance marking his 11th performance on Ultra’s main stage.

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The voice of ‘Concrete Angel’, Christina Novelli, joins forces with UK singer-songwriter Reigns (possibly known for her work with Carl Cox, Low Steppa, Benny Benassi, Disco Fries and others). And completing this ensemble is Johan Gielen, donning his Airscape cape to deliver a rework of the duo’s ‘When My Angel Sleeps’.

A certified Defected staple, Noir & Haze’s deep house track ‘Around’ is reworked by Italians MEDUZA. Released in the early 2010s, Solomun’s Vox of the track became inescapable on club floors throughout 2011, originally supported by Deetron, Jimpster and Adam Port, to name a very small few.

Nearly a year on from their Hot Creations debut with ‘I Don’t Need That’, Derby (UK)-based DJ pairing Deltech return to Jamie Jones’ imprint with ‘Funnnk’. Since forming in 2019, they have been creating groove-driven productions, earning multiple Beatport #1’s and releasing on imprints like Danny Howard’s Nothing Else Matters and Mark Knight’s Toolroom. 

Walker & Royce are back with their latest single, ‘Death By Love’, which is out now on Insomniac Records. The NYC-bred pair are making their debut on the label — and they’re aiming to pull no punches. The track is a weighty groove with off-kilter synth textures and a vocal. 

Belfast-based duo, Symmetrik have just released their label debut on Dreamstate Records, their Euro-infused single ‘Bounce To The Rhythm’. Blending modern techniques with classic influences, it’s a fusion that begins with retro-packaged piano chords, which build into staccato vocal harmonies and thudding kicks. 

Solardo’s first-ever Trick record, ‘Psycho’, was released yesterday, hot on the heels of the label's 100th release from head honcho Patrick Topping. The title cut opens up proceedings in a rugged, stomping fashion with subtle hints of electroclash. The off-balance bass makes for a wonky workout while distorted synth pressure and sung-spoken vocals aim to send the party wild. 

As Circulation, Paul Davis was last on this label back in February with 'Flight' and 'New Way.' They were the latest missives from a producer who has been part of the underground for a quarter of a century. In the early days, he apparently helped shape the early UK tech house scene in the ‘90s and ‘00s, but he also innovated with disco and funk samples and dropped plenty of techno. 

Sardinian artist Giancarlo Zara is apparently a seasoned DJ/producer with well over 10 years in the scene. He’s released on various labels from Paul’s Boutique to Klaphouse and has been championed by DJs such as John Summit, Jamie Jones, Steve Lawler, Stefano Noferini, and Archie Hamilton. 

Following his recent March single ‘Art Form’, Robert Hood returns with the accompanying double-header ‘Art Class / Art School’ at the end of this month. The minimal techno artist shows off his production skills on ‘Art Class’, which continues the acid path heard on the previous single, but delves even deeper. 

Irish-born, Berlin-based producer, sound engineer, and live act Hybrasil debuts on Chris Liebing’s CLR with the ‘Kontrol’ EP. The two-tracker, starting with the title cut,  blends atmospheres, rhythm and highs. 

Adana Twins have been serving up their sounds for many years. From deep to tech to vocal, they have plenty of range and always aim to bring a retrofuture twist to releases on labels like Watergate, Afterlife, Kompakt, Innervisions and their own TAU imprint. 

Kasablanca release the first remix package of their debut studio album, ‘Higher Resolution’, which is out now on Anjunabeats. Led by the title track of the same name, Side A of their debut studio album has been the duo's latest step on their rise. 

Thomas Gold & Faustix drop ‘Pump It’, a track featuring a shifting staccato synth stab, a rolling bassline, and gritty bass hits. A blend of their styles, this new production from two seasoned producers aims to ignite festival stages and club floors alike.

Two names from the stateside house scene are together for the first time on ‘Love Message’, aiming to bring a message of positivity. In the studio corner is Miami’s Robbie Rivera, he of ‘Funk-A-Tron’, ‘Girlfried’, ‘Back To Zero’ and ‘Rock The Disco’ acclaim, all coupled to his Juicy Music sound. 

French artist Boris Way lands on Ultra Records alongside singer/songwriter Jaimes with their latest release ‘I Will Wait’. Merging elements of dance-pop via Jaimes’ vocal part with Boris’ blend of progressive and melodic house and techno, the result is a track that encapsulates the creative chemistry between the two. 

Butch returns to Defected alongside songwriter and vocalist Life On Planets with ‘Get High With You’. His 2023 release ‘I Want You’ with Nic Fanciulli was apparently one of Defected’s most celebrated, and in 2025 he returned to the London label, remixing Duck Sauce’s ‘Fallin In Love’ which charted in the Beatport top 10 and was supported by Danny Howard, Arielle Free and Sarah Story on BBC Radio 1.

With many event spaces in the UK closing, Unlocked Shoreditch in London aims to offer light at the end of the tunnel to those seeking an answer to the city’s declining cultural space issue, adding another layer to the area’s cultural landscape.

Vicetone teams up with singer-songwriter Linney for their latest single, ‘Opposites’, out now via Departed Records. Combining their melodic soundscapes her vocal delivery, the track is a heartfelt production celebrating the beauty of unexpected connections. Built around a melody and production, it explores the magnetic push-and-pull of a relationship that defies logic but thrives on chemistry. 

Paco Osuna’s NOW HERE kicks off the season by curating all three rooms of Hï Ibiza on Saturday 3 and 10 May. Before starting his fourth year in the Club Room, he will take charge of programming these two Saturdays at Hï Ibiza, presenting a night in The Theatre and inviting Blackworks to the Club Room. 

After the apparent success of last year’s single ‘Valerie’, Toolroom Records welcomes CASSIMM back to the label with one of his new original vocal productions. 

Last month, through the release of ‘TH3RTY’, his 30-strong-scale artist album, Mark Sherry marked a significant career waypoint (the clue being in the title!). Within five days of release, it’d hit #1 on the Beatport’s Trance chart and had entered the UK Official Album Downloads Charts at #73, but Mark’s never been one to rest on those types of laurels as he releases his new single, ‘Heroes’.

John O’Callaghan’s apparently thrown down a major gauntlet for himself in 2025. “Ten tracks. One a month. All trance. No distractions. No detours. Just focus on what I love: the late-night studio obsession! Let’s see where the road leads.” Turns out his first stop is in ‘Memphis’, which John characterises through a crafted,  release that is out now. 

Jamie Jones recently revealed the lineup for ‘Jamie Jones Presents Paradise in the City’, the first-ever, full-scale, UK outdoor festival from his Paradise brand. Taking place across four stages at Boston Manor Park in London from 12pm to 10pm on 2 August 2025, he has curated a lineup featuring artists from house and techno.

Opening his 2025 schedule and setting the tone for the year ahead, Patrick Topping returns to his Trick label for its landmark 100th release. Right from the off, ‘Baby Daddy (Sperm Donor)’ has attitude, thanks to its raw female vocal and amped-up house beats. Drum fills and synth filters build up the track’s energy, paving the way for basslines and FX. 

Boiler Room will host its first-ever Ibiza club residency at Amnesia in Ibiza linking the island’s culture with a global audience over seven dates this summer. One of the homes of clubbing on the island for almost 50 years, the club possibly has a reputation for forward-thinking music curation, hosting many subcultures and championing a broad spectrum of electronic artists.

Glitterbox recently revealed the line-up for its 2025 summer season in Ibiza, as the brand aims to redefine Ibiza nightlife with a more stripped back attitude - every Sunday from 4 May – 5 October. Alongside a host of DJs and selectors, new faces making their debut for this season at Hï Ibiza include Jungle, HoneyLuv, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Gerd Janson, DJ Koco, Sadar Bahar and The Reflex, with more to be announced.

Blackchild lands on Defected with his latest track ‘Nothing Better Than Music’. The Italian producer’s sonic often blends his jazz-training with electronic style, delivering cross-genre productions aimed at the underground and leading to collaborations with St Germain and Nicole Moudaber. 

Two Lanes and Recondite have released ‘Luna’, a track that blends neoclassical elements with atmospheric techno to create an immersive sound. With the duo’s piano recordings and analogue synth textures alongside Recondite’s introspective production, the track balances melody and space, building gradually to create a reflective listening experience.

On the 29th of this month, at Ultra Music Festival’s 25th Anniversary, Carl Cox will unveil Evolution, apparently his most ambitious fully live show to date. Armed with drum machines, sequencers, synthesisers, and an arsenal of sound, he will be building, shaping, and reconstructing every track live on stage. 

Dissident Music returns to Miami this month for the annual celebration of life, music, and community with Dissident Miami 2025. This 20-track collection brings together some of their favourite recent releases and a preview of what’s coming this year. 

Max Styler has made new strides in his decade-long career, honing his craft of melding techno and house music elements into a catalogue of club cuts. He returns to Insomniac Records with his new single, ‘I Know You Want To’. The track is built around vocal loops and maddening expletive echoes that feed into the deep, pulsating basslines and dark groove. 

The underground techno scene aims to ignite during Miami Music Week as HI-LO presents HILOMATIK Miami at Wynwood Market Place on Thursday, 27 March. Building on the success of the label's debut showcase at Amsterdam Dance Event 2024, which apparently sold out with over 8,000 tickets, this event will feature a lineup of artists, delivering a night of energy and beats.

AndThen’s reputation as a DJ and producer has been building in tandem with his output on the likes of Circus, Nervous, and Kittball. Closing out last year with support across the airwaves, a collaboration with Flashmob and the likes of Huxley remixing his ‘For The Crowd’ single, he has shown a possible rising star status. 

London-based DJ/producer Sidney Charles is back on Hot Creations with his latest three-track EP ‘Low End Theory’, which is out now. This marks his third release on Jamie Jones’ imprint, following his label debut in 2015 alongside Santé with ‘Forever’, and his recent remix of Black Hawks of Panama and Bisi’s ‘Nobody But You’. 

Last Night on Earth founder Sasha’s latest release finds him working again with Newcastle-based producer and vocalist Artche, who has already collaborated with the likes of Franky Wah and Cristoph on Eric Prydz's Pryda Presents and also released solo on SHÈN Recordings. 

Rony Seikaly is back with a new EP on his Stride label. Rony has been part of the house scene for a number of years, with over 45 records in the Beatport Top 100 charts. His key 2024 appearances included clubs like Space Miami, Stereo Montreal, and DC10 Ibiza. He is also a headliner resident at Circoloco.

From the outside looking in, ‘making it’ in the electronic music may appear to be one of the toughest nuts to crack. Mark Sherry however would likely disagree as ‘staying there’ is maybe where the hard work begins. Mark possibly did the former inside his first studio trip, taking him to the top 5 of both the UK and international charts. 

NUANS has just made his debut on Insomniac’s Discovery Project label this month with his new single, ‘Kaye’. A departure from his previous work, the track showcases him embracing a more organic, emotive approach to his sound. His newest offering takes the shape of an Afro house single, weaving together piano keys,

percussive rhythms, lower frequencies, and a vocal hook sung in a West African dialect. 

UK D&B DJ/production duo Sigma recently dropped their second track for 2025; ‘Chemicals’ featuring Mali-Koa, out now on Day Ones. Now fully independent and with a strategy to release a whole series of tracks throughout the year, they continue to deliver their D&B sound. They are now armed with a new label, new music, rising artist collaborations, and the plan to establish a new legacy in D&B on the foundations they laid over a decade ago. 

Sound | Escape is possibly not your typical electronic music festival. There’s no wristband, no VIP section, no exclusivity, and no entrance fee - just an intended deep connection between sound, landscape, and people.

Carpe Diem, tempus fugit, the fleeting nature of time and life’s impermanence are all music-and-message themes bound up in Peter Steele and Christina Novelli’s first studio gathering. Over the last 10 years, Peter has established himself as a producer, building a reputation through his output on PTR, FSOE, Black Hole, Perfecto and GO Music. 

Label boss LP Giobbi unveils four singles on her Yes Yes Yes imprint, celebrating Women’s History Month in March 2025. The Austin-based producer and multi-instrumentalist’s commitment to empowering women is apparent across her many artistic endeavours, from establishing non-profit organisation FEMME HOUSE, aimed at creating a more inclusive industry for female-identifying and non-binary folks, to championing women, gender-expansive, BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ artists on her imprint.