Involved Productions’ three core labels, Anjunabeats, Anjunadeep, and Reflections, celebrated Earth Day with its biggest sustainability drive to date. This day was the launchpad for three key activations - Earth Day Label Mixes with Royalty Donation Scheme, Sustainability Publication, and Sustainability Action at Anjuna HQ.

Hï Ibiza has been voted the World’s No.1 Club for the third successive year in DJ Mag’s Top 100 Clubs poll. Top 100 Clubs is determined by a poll of DJ Mag’s readers who voted from various countries worldwide. The venue, which first opened its doors in Playa d’en Bossa in 2017, is ‘one of the world’s most technologically advanced dance music destinations’.

French producer Panthera steps up to Melodize with a pair of Italo-inspired cuts that come remixed by Lauer and Endrik Schroeder. Panthera apparently prefers to remain secretive about his identity, but his music has come out on labels such as Bordello A Parigi, Polaris and Correspondant and contains a synth-heavy, euphoric sound. 

French label boss DJ Fudge returns to Big Love with his next release, ‘Escapade’. He’s known as part of the French touch genre of the early 2000s and as one-half of Afromento alongside Hedi Benromdan.

Fresh off a BBC Radio 1 Hottest Record feature with his 2024 ‘Take Me Away’, Lewis Taylor has been a core part of the Trick family, appearing on the label’s 2023 ‘Lethal Bangers Vol. 1’ V/A and lineups at festivals such as Creamfields and WeAreFestvl. The Newcastle artist now returns with his debut solo EP on Topping’s imprint, ‘Kickin’ In The Beat’. 

Italian artist Luca Garaboni heads up his own Anomalje Records and has been immersed in the scene of his homeland since the ‘90s. He has featured on productions with old-school artists such as Roy Davis Jr, Robert Owens and Ron Carroll and is a mainstay in Ibiza, having also hosted Pete Tong’s Ibiza Classic concerts in Glasgow and Leeds. 

Sublease Music welcomes Vincenzo, possibly one of the longest-serving producers on the house circuit, with ‘Assassin’, a deep and rolling house cut. The track builds around a bassline, with percussion adding the groove before pads add the texture to the groove.

Defected will be making its debut at Ushuaïa Ibiza for its 2024 season. Set to take place on Tuesdays from 7 May to 1 October, the brand launches ‘What’s Your Excuse?’ a campaign to celebrate its new residency. 

After his debut last year, Franky Wah brings his SHÈN residency back to Club Chinois for the club's third season, taking place every Sunday from 16 June through to 29 September. Sasha B2B John Digweed (the first of the season), Miss Monique, Joris Voorn, Kalismã, Hot Since 82, Hernan Cattaneo, Ida Engberg, Nora en Pure, Rebūke and many more will join him at the venue throughout the summer.

IMS (International Music Summit) Ibiza will recognise the achievements and contributions of the elrow & The Arnau Family, who were recently announced as the recipient of the annual IMS Legends Award 2024 as part of this year’s Beatport Awards. 

Tulum's Zamna Festival is to host two events at Hï Ibiza this summer. On 20 June and 12 September, the immersive Mexican experience will bring its free-spirited soundtrack to the club with a host of DJs and production. Founded in 2017, the festival is apparently ‘renowned as one of the most authentic and unique destinations to experience quality electronic music in Tulum’. 

‘Void & Dark’ is the new double A-side single from Uner under his NIN3S pseudonym, taken from the forthcoming two-part album ‘Beginning’. A track that marks a fresh creative chapter for NIN3S, the release is the new double A-side single from the Spanish producer. Taken from the forthcoming album which tells the story of creation, the track sets the scene for an aural interpretation of the very essence of human nature.

US producer and record label executive Junior Sanchez arrives onto D4 D4NCE with ‘So Hype’, featuring vocals from GRAMMY award-winning R&B songstress Mýa. Sanchez’s production style, influenced by the underground house scene of NYC he grew up surrounded by, has led to collaborations and remixes with various musicians.

Following their recent EP releases, ‘Forever Yang’ and ‘Deep Inside’, Germany’s Tube & Berger return to their ZEHN Records imprint for their debut collaboration with Bahrain-based DJ Lina Colada, entitled ‘Like Addiction’. The track offers a hypnotic groove that aims to captivate from start to finish. With spoken vocals taking control, they craft a deep, rhythmic soundscape, enhanced with synths and percussion. Maintaining a downtempo pace, the cut showcases the producers’ commitment to following their own path with their output.

DJ/producer Paul van Dyk has joined forces again with singer-songwriter Sue McLaren for their latest track, ‘Love Is Enough’. The single marks their 10th collaboration and is available now on Vandit Records. The duo have delivered another emotionally charged track that aims to encapsulate the spirit of love and unity. McLaren's vocals soar over van Dyk's production, creating an immersive sonic experience.

Tipped by DJ Mag as ‘one to watch’, GAWP has worked under several different aliases before now and is no stranger to the game. The Leeds-based talent has toured alongside Oliver Heldens and Gene Farris, and landed on the likes of Dirtybird, elrow, Toolroom and many more. Now,he turns his sights to Studio 338’s label 32 Endz with his latest release.

Berlin-based Lovebirds return on Glitterbox Recordings with their second original label outing ‘Shut The Lights Out’, featuring vocals from Nile and a remix from Birdee. Lovebirds are possibly regarded for their colourful ‘70s and ‘80s inspired productions, adding to the label’s jazz, funk, soul and disco with the previous outing ‘Burn It Down’. 

Amsterdam’s Alex Ranzino joins Phoq U Phonogrammen, the 26-year-old sublabel of U-TRAX, with the ‘Ride Da Perc’ EP. The Utrecht-based imprint welcomes the producer following stints on underground labels such as Revenge Techniques and Clone, coming in hot on the heels of its own recent release featuring Detroit’s Rebecca Goldberg. 

Since it began, Sasha has probably been at the heart of the underground dance music scene. And, with his residencies, mix CDs to GRAMMY Award-nominated productions, he’s achieved much. He still keeps pushing forward with his DJ sets and productions and had a big 2023 that featured a collaboration with Because of Art and a new single, 'Works Vagon’, which he now follows with this latest outing. 

Lío Ibiza recently announced the club line-up for its opening, which will take place on 9 May and will be curated by Blanche London, a ‘collective known for creating experiences where conceptual art and electronic music merge’. The night will include performances by East End Dubs, Miguelle & Tons, and Milica.

Cosmic Gate recently premiered their new single, ‘Brave’, during their ASOT 2024 set, and apparently, the response they received from those in attendance in Rotterdam was ‘greater than even the duo dared hope’.  

UK artist kiskadee releases a new two-track EP, ‘Time / Falling’ ahead of his debut album in May. kiskadee’s contributions, both as a producer and an engineer, have developed his reputation as a versatile artist in the ever-evolving electronic music landscape.

Tedd Patterson continues to push his musical boundaries with his productions and still regularly plays at various dance music events. An NYC originator, through his residencies at various clubs, he apparently played a central part in establishing the scene and sound that continues today. Here, he collaborates with Inaya Day to drop his next release, ‘Piece Of Me’ on SoSure Music.

Nicole Moudaber and Ida Engberg have come together for their first-ever collaboration, ‘I Haven’t Felt This Way’, out now via Moudaber’s In The Mood imprint. The track aims to be a warehouse-ready cut that sees the two mix a tech beat with pads and arpeggios alongside synths and drums for the production.

ASOY returns for his third EP on Jack Said What, showcasing the variety of his sound palette. ‘Metaxy Mas’ means ‘between us’ in Greek (‘Μεταξύ μας’) and completes his trilogy of releases for the label. ‘D Drive’ takes a little time to build up steam before the beats start bouncing and the B-line wiggling. It levels out into widescreen psychedelic expansion for its protracted breakdown before dropping back into its groove again. 

Orbital will reissue their self-titled 1991 debut album, known to fans as ‘The Green Album’, on 19 April via London Records. The electronic music duo have also been confirmed to perform at this summer’s Glastonbury Festival, 30 years on from their 1994 set, apparently ‘regularly cited as one of the greatest gigs of all time and with turning the festival on to live dance music’. 

Having already forged a career as a DJ, producer, remixer, and collaborator, Erol Alkan released his debut EP, ‘Illumination,’ on his label Phantasy in 2013. Its opener was ‘A Hold On Love,’ the chords of which have remained a staple in Alkan's DJ sets in the decade since. 

Steve Angello’s ‘Rejoice (Still Young Remix)’ has been doing well in various charts, claiming the title of the most-heard track on Tracklisting 1001 and securing a spot in the top three trending tunes. Featuring T.D. Jakes, its energy and beats have recently propelled it into the top 12 on the Mainstage Beatport Top 100 charts.  

Ibiza hotel Pikes will host a new party on the island featuring unannounced DJs across the season. Andy Manumission & Pikes Ibiza present MONDAYS will aim to be a nod to the past three decades and Ibiza’s infamous glory days of the early 90s. Starting from Monday, 29 April, Pikes will be kicking the week off with ‘a place for party people to escape as like-minded partygoers and island residents alike come together to embrace the freedom of being in a Balearic paradise’.

Marking ten years since his passing, Defected will be honouring the legacy of Frankie Knuckles with a week of content dedicated to his career. Available now, all proceeds of ‘House Masters: Frankie Knuckles’ new vinyl release will be donated to Frankie Knuckles Foundation as it was when the compilation was originally released back in April 2015. In addition to the new vinyl pack will be a dedicated radio takeover and playlist, plus a special edition of Faith Magazine with 40 pages documenting his life and influence.

DJ/producer Mark Knight recently won the Icon Award at the 2024 Electronic Dance Music Awards in Miami. The owner of Toolroom Records, which celebrated its 20th anniversary last year, the label has been a launching pad for many artists since its 2003 inception.

Five of Europe’s ‘nightlife specialists’ have teamed up to present NightSchool: An EU-wide training programme designed to support night culture producers early in their careers. This transnational education programme will focus on environmental, social and economic sustainability.

Toolroom Records recently releasesd this new remix that features Groove Armada, Stush and Mark Knight. Groove Armada have been releasing music for over 20 years, with huge singles and albums released globally. 

unlearn:records, led by DJ/producer Doc Brown, presents its latest Miami compilation, which aims to embody the essence of innovation and the spirit of the city’s dance music scene.

Peggy Gou’s Gudu Records kicks off 2024 with the launch of a new EP series, titled Club Gudu. A home for dance singles aimed squarely at the club,the series is ‘all about instinct and not overthinking’, offering the label’s roster and extended family an outlet for their dancefloor impulses, indulges and when it suits them, experiments.

Aiming to be the home for funk, disco and house releases, Glitterbox Recordings recently unveiled a collaboration from Kelly G. and Candi Staton with ‘Power Of One.’ A Chicago DJ/producer, Kelly G.’s influence on dance and hip-hop culture is well known to many. 

Open to women, trans and non-binary artists, Change the Beat and mau5trap recently announced a competition to remix deadmau5 and Lights’ ‘When The Summer Dies’.

Last Friday, 15 March, Above & Beyond celebrated World Sleep Day by partnering with Pandora to take over Sleep Radio, bringing an exclusive sleep experience to Pandora listeners. The World Sleep Day takeover featured a bedtime story read by Above & Beyond’s Tony McGuinness (“Jack and the Beanstalk”) and a Above & Beyond curated playlist of songs good for sleeping on Pandora’s Sleep Radio.

LA transplant by way of France, Dombresky has aimed to become a cornerstone for house music imbued with disco, funk and feel-good persuasions. Here, he’s teamed up with fellow French producer Makinn to issue a rework of his previous solo single ‘In My Room’ alongside singer-songwriter SHELLS on Insomniac Records. 

Over the last 25 years, Anders Trentemøller has primarily distinguished himself through atmospheric music with streamlined production qualities. However, ever since his eclectic second studio album, ‘Into The Great Wide Yonder’ (2010), it has been clear that the Dane has by no means shown us all the creativity he has to offer. 

Named one of DJ Mag’s artists to watch for February and recently featured on SiriusXM’s Chill channel, Nico de Andrea follows up the release of his debut artist album, ‘Love Therapy,’ with his newest single; a collaboration with house music DJ/producer and former NBA star Rony Seikaly, entitled ‘Lose Your Love.’  

DJ/producer Hannah Laing recently launched her label doof with the release of the ‘Triple F’ EP, a straightforward four-to-the-floor track. Possibly reminiscent of old high-energy ‘90s rowdiness, the EP adds Hannah’s Scottish twist. Opening with ‘FWTDJ (All Night Long)’, which has a cheeky vocal hook, the next track ‘Fuck The Pain Away’ is a non-conforming twist on the track by Peaches.

Ibiza's Club Chinois is to open its doors to the summer season on Sunday, 28 April with an opening party featuring Pablo Fierro, Mestiza, Carl Kennedy and Clint Lee. Ahead of the opening, the venue will also host a special Easter Weekender featuring Club Chinois' residencies Trip and BOHO.

Toolroom is set to conclude Miami Music Week with its pool party at The National Hotel on Sunday, 24 March. This year's lineup features Mark Knight, Solardo, Noizu, Gene Farris, Darius Syrossian, Crusy, Tony Romera, Martin Ikin, KC Lights, among other guests, running from noon to 11PM.

Since its inception in 2012, the Family Piknik music festival has aimed to claim a position as one of the world’s leading festivals. Returning to its seaside location in Frontignan, South of France, the open-air festival will take place on the 3-4 August.  Stage.

Following the release of her single ‘Printemps’ on All Day I Dream, Montreal-based producer Sinca recently revealed her latest offering, her ‘Way I Are’ edit, which is available for free download now via Melodic Diggers. Delving back to revisit Timbaland’s 2007 track, she infuses the original with a deeper touch and rhythmic percussion, laced with snippets of the original vocal.

On a mission to revive and modernise the classic disco scene of the late-1970s, the Montreal-based dance music collective Crescent Street Hustlers have teamed with the newly revived, Miami-based Afrowax dance music label to do just that. 

A collaboration here from two house artists working together for the very first time. David Penn has a career spanning over 25 years and was recently crowned the #1 house artist on Beatport. He apparently boasts over one million monthly listeners across leading streaming platforms. 

The JBL & Martin Garrix Music Academy has returned and is accepting applications from music artists around the world. Following its launch in 2023, it continues its mission ‘to empower emerging artists’ by welcoming the class of 2024 to join its three-day program at Amsterdam-based STMPD Studios in November.

Eric Prydz recently announced his brand new live show, [CELL], created exclusively for Hï Ibiza. The 12-week residency will make its debut at the club on 24 June and will continue every Monday throughout the summer until 9 September.

Ushuaïa Ibiza will host Defected Ibiza 2024 for 22-weeks of house music. Marking 25 years since its inception, the label will unite its community of followers for a season that features talent from across the house music spectrum. Joining the bill this year will be The Blessed Madonna, SYREETA, Catz ‘N Dogz, Olive F, Folamour, Sammy Virji, Masters at Work, Danny Howard, Sam Divine, MK as well as a number of fresh faces.

Following their January debut for Black Hole, Ilan Bulestone, Maor Levi and Emma Hewitt go for two for two with their new production ‘Sparks In The Night’. Their previous track ‘Light Years’ brought the Elysian trio into the label’s orbit at the start of 2024 and they have wasted little time in building on its apparent success. 

On 14 July, Brit-nominated duo Jungle will curate an open-air show on the grounds of the historic 17th-century Tofte Manor, 60 miles north of London. For the first time ever, they will create their own one-day show featuring a selection of their favourite artists, DJs, and collaborators. Putting their own spin on the scenic grounds with their production, décor and merch, Jungle Curates will be a full day of dance music against the backdrop of the venue’s labyrinth and Bedfordshire’s rolling countryside. 

Above & Beyond will celebrate 600 episodes of their long-running radio show, Group Therapy Radio, in Mexico City this October at Hipódromo de las Américas. The first ABGT to be held in Mexico also marks their first celebration in two years following the sold-out ABGT500 in Los Angeles, in which apparently 22,000 clubbers attended. It was also ‘watched by over 300k people globally via livestream’. 

Dutch producer Satori returns with his remix of Leonard Cohen’s track, ‘You Want It Darker’. The official remix preserves the integrity of the original record while blending Satori’s deep, melodic electronic touch with Cohen’s introspective and poetic storytelling talents.  

Back for its third year, Defected Malta recently unveiled its full lineup of artists set to take over the island from Friday 4 to Sunday 6 October and includes Dennis Ferrer, FKA Mash, Cinthie, Gorgon City, Nic Fanciulli, Olive F, as well as first-timers Natasha Diggs, Honeyluv, Deetron, MiNNa, Eliza Rose, Grace Sands, Sio and Close Counters.

Creamfields recently revealed their lineup for the August Bank Holiday weekender, where over 80,000 music fans will be making their visit to Daresbury in Cheshire for the four-day camping event to see some of the biggest names in electronic music.

Producer and label boss Ceri steps into 2024 with a brand-new EP ‘Can’t Pay My Bills”, which is out 1 March on her own label Find Your Own Records. Tested out at Heidegluhen and Panorama Bar, the EP will be available on vinyl featuring two exclusive vinyl-only remixes from D’Julz, with Ceri’s original tracks to be released digitally later this summer.

Meat Katie & Elite Force have probably been involved in the breakbeat sound from its start, laying the foundations and helping to craft the blueprint for a genre that exploded globally. The British producers can lay claim to many of the scene’s tunes, and one of the most definitive is their collaboration ‘Lazer’, which first arrived as a vinyl-only dancefloor track in 2006.

Carl Cox recently embarked on new tour dates, bringing his live show to stages across North America. The tour kicked off Friday at EDC Mexico in Mexico City, continued at the Fillmore in Denver on Saturday, and then at the Skyline Festival in Los Angeles yesterday.

Hailing from West Lothian in Scotland, LF System is a duo impacting the dance music scene with their productions. The two are making their debut on Insomniac Records with their new single ‘All I've Got’, an uplifting disco record that loops around funky basslines, brass melodies, guitar strums, rhythmic patterns and an aesthetic that has possibly become synonymous with their sound. 

Dor Dekel is apparently one of Tel Aviv's leading talents and, over the last 20 years, has served up Afro and tech house sounds that have won support from the likes of Carl Cox and Mark Knight. He has his own Line Out radio show on 100FM and has played events like Art Basel in Miami and the Tomorrowland festival. 

Electric Dreams returns on Sunday, 26 May, with a Bank Holiday party on the stunning rooftop terrace of the Radisson Red hotel in Glasgow. To be hosted by its promoters, DJs Michael Kilkie and Jon Mancini, the duo will also be joined for their set by vocalist Heather Kane, with many guests appearing throughout the event.

Spencer Parker’s latest track, ‘To The Edge’ is as simple as it is effective, with its groove underpinning its riff and vocal. Paired back and Euro-influenced, the track is from a DJ/producer who has grown his profile by turning his hand to a myriad of disco, house and techno styles. 

The GRAMMY-nominated Swedish House Mafia (Steve Angello, Sebastian Ingrosso and Axwell) recently announced their return to Ushuaïa Ibiza this summer with a six-show residency, which kicks off on 21 July, with the trio then playing every Sunday through to 25 August.

Moby lands on Defected for the very first time with ‘You & Me’, a collaborative package with Anfisa Letyago, featuring remixes from Deetron and Girls of the Internet. Moby’s releases since the 1991 mainstream breakthrough ‘Go’ have probably cemented him as one of electronic music’s most well-known artists, with over 20 million records sold worldwide encompassing all genres from downtempo, punk and rock to house, electronic and ambient.

Galantis recently dropped their first new track of the year, ‘One, Two & 3’, now available via Big Beat Records. Leaning into the classic dance sound that soundtracked their formative years, it fuses house flavours with French touch and disco strings to deliver what is possibly one of their most dancefloor-focused tracks yet.

Jon Carter has released his first album for 25 years, after re-inventing himself in various guises outside of the music world and being away from music for over a decade. He only returned to producing again 18 months ago and now he's back with ‘Medication Time’. The album sees him return to the fray with tracks ranging from discerning styles of house music, acid and techno to discursive electronica.

Grammy-nominated and platinum-certified duo Armand Van Helden & A-Trak return to D4 D4NCE as Duck Sauce with the two-track package ‘Clap Your Feet / 2 Da Face’. The release follows the announcement of the duo’s multi-single deal with the London house label, which began in late 2023 with ‘LALALA.’ 

Alexander Robotnick gets set to release the third album of the "Simple Music" series: ‘Kind of... Robotnick’ features eight tracks, five of which are instrumentals and three include vocals and lyrics. The track ‘Lipstick’ is about the need to wipe off one’s lipstick before kissing someone, whether you're a woman or a man. 

For some reason, the Jack Said What (JSW) crew can’t help saying Chad Jackson’s name affectionately. It probably stems from the time that JSW associate Klaus Blatter immortalised Chad in one of his songs, his origin story ‘Ball Bearing Factory’. Chad reputedly met Klaus in the 1980s, when Chad was a resident at the Hacienda nightclub in Manchester. 

Defected and Glitterbox recently revealed their line-ups for the forthcoming Miami Music Week. After an apparent sold-out event at the Sagamore Hotel on South Beach in 2023, Defected returns again to Miami on 21 March in collaboration with Epic Pool Parties. 

Italian club Cocoricò recently announced its brand-new festival Mutonia. Set to take place over the Easter weekend, the three-day event aims to be a multi-sensory experience combining music and art and offers attendees ‘a festival with a difference.’ Carlita, Ilario Alicante, Nina Kraviz, Seth Troxler and Steve Martinez have all been confirmed to headline, with The Mutoid Waste Company set to provide the visual experience.

Julio Bashmore makes his Classic debut with ‘Sprungboard’. Raised on the bass-heavy frequencies of Bristol, UK, various labels and DJs have been supporters of his output since his self-titled 2009 EP on Claude Von Stroke's Dirtybird, while his releases such as ‘Au Seve’ and ‘Battle For Middle You’ have proven to be popular. After taking a musical hiatus following his 2015 LP ‘Knockin’ Boots’, he then re-emerged with ‘Bubblin’ on Local Action in 2023.

With deep roots in the French Touch movement, Kiko is probably known within the international dance music scene for his continued output since his debut in 1992. Marking a new chapter in his career, he recently announced that his forthcoming album, ‘Digital Family’, is set to be released on 18 October 2024.

For the past two decades, Trentemøller has performed to his audiences with his own soundscapes and melodies. With a milestone of over 500 shows across the globe, he's probably proven his expertise in music creation, which embodies a constant evolution of themes and concepts, that aim to push the boundaries of live music with every performance.

Since she entered the electronic music space, taking the alt-route has become part of Christina Novelli’s course. To start putting that into context, her new album ‘It’s Not Me, It’s You!’ is the direct follow-up to 2019’s ‘Through My Eyes’. Given that the latter was an all-acoustic affair, while this release could hardly be more ‘club’, it allows you some idea of the artistic latitude she has carved for herself.

Singer Lisa Moorish was first told she looked like American poet Sylvia Plath around 20 years ago and ‘Sylvia’ is the first single from Lisa’s forthcoming album, ‘Divine Chaos’, out on Out Yer Box — the sister label to Jack Said What. 

Argy’s journey with the Afterlife label, marked by releases like 'Tataki,' 'Pantheon,' 'Aria,' and the collaborative track 'Higher Power' with Anyma, has probably established his position on charts and award lists. Apparently, he has solidified his status as a producer in the music scene by consistently claiming the number 1 spots on Beatport, maintaining a steady presence in the global top 100 Shazam charts, and being recognised as a Spotify artist to watch for 2024, thanks to his multi-million streams.

Following his singles ‘Lau’ and ‘Diversum’, Dutch producer Olivier Weiter returns on the Steyoyoke label to deliver his first original release of 2024 in the shape of ‘Borgo’. The track is a musical homage to the landscapes and cultural tapestry of Tuscany, Italy. 

Croatian producer Matroda returns to his second home on Insomniac Records with a remix of Tiga and Audion's (Matthew Dear's alter-ego) track ‘Let's Go Dancing’. The rallying vocal is layered with kick drums, percs, snares, hats and low-end licks that alternate between modulating melodic techno leads. 

Glasgow’s SWG3 and Tenement TV have teamed up to create Houses, a brand new one-day festival of music discovery that aims to showcase Scotland’s best-emerging talent, including JusHarry, K4CIE, Nicky Lipp, Psweatpants, Queen of Harps, Rory James, Voodoos, with more acts still to be announced. 

Following ‘the most prolific year of his production career’, Adam Beyer starts 2024 with another EP, ‘Let’s Begin’, which takes influence from the ‘90s Drumcode sound with a modern touch. Looking backwards to go forwards, the three-track work kicks off with ‘Let’s Begin’ and sees Beyer lean on faster tempos and rugged rhythms, a track he’s dropped at recent gigs at L56 in Ljubljana and Fairground Festival in Hannover.

Bicep — AKA Andy Ferguson and Matt McBriar — recently unveiled their new single ‘CHROMA 001 HELIUM’, marking the launch of their new project, CHROMA. Representing a significant evolution for the duo, the project combines a record label, a series of events, a brand new Bicep AV/DJ show, and a visual identity created in collaboration with David Rudnick and his Terrain studio.

Melting Pot and Optimo (Espacio) recently announced the line-up for their Queen’s Park Spring Weekender in Glasgow, returning to Queen’s Park Recreation Ground on Saturday 4 May and Sunday 5 May with live music from various global and local artists. Open from 2pm to 11pm, the weekender offers the chance to dance the day and night away inside the event’s Big Top Tent, and will also feature food trucks and multiple bars to allow you to celebrate the Bank Holiday in style.

Ross Kiser steps up for Sublease Music with two new tracks that reflect the maturing of his sound over the last few years. The US-based artist had set out to make a darker, minimal EP highlighting synth work and textures to create groove and atmosphere.

Open to women, trans and non-binary artists, Change the Beat and Drumcode recently announced a competition to remix one of their biggest techno cuts of 2023; Mha Iri ‘Bell’. Change the Beat is a campaign from Sydney Blu which was created with the help of Native Instruments and is partnered with Beatport. 

Deeper Purpose & GUZ make their DFTD debut with a collaborative release, ‘That Sound’, featuring Canadian rapper and songwriter Dope Earth Alien. Deeper Purpose’s experience on the London underground scene has translated to US success with releases on John Summit's Expert’s Only and Fisher's Catch and Release imprints. 

Following a string of releases on Armada Music, French musician and DJ/producer Nico de Andrea has released his debut album, ‘Love Therapy’ on the label. The album is inspired by personal experiences of impossible love, conflict, and separation while touching on themes of nostalgia, longing, passion, and hope that permeate the 12 tracks. 

Tiësto has united with award-winning British collective Rudimental and South London singer-songwriter Absolutely for the new collaborative single, ‘Waterslides’, which is out now.

Glasgow promoters Colours blow out the candles on their 29th birthday party, with Ferry Corsten presents Gouryella at SWG3 on Saturday, 3 February. Gouryella, the trance alias performed by the Dutchman, will ‘make his first appearance on Scottish soil for the occasion’. 

Following the apparent success of his Beatport chart-topping ‘Mixtape 1: #Heaters’ - with Spotify, UKF and the Dub Rebellion all supporting the 2023 release - ENiGMA Dubz is back in 2024 with the next instalment in the series, ‘Mixtape 2: #Vibes’.

Robert & Lyric Hood’s house and techno project, Floorplan return to Luke Solomon’s Classic imprint with ‘Like Dat’. As an early member of Detroit’s Underground Resistance, Robert understands what it is to be the vanguard of a genre - now celebrating his faith through gospel-inspired dance music with his daughter Lyric. 

Shaun Ryder teams up Lee Scratch Perry on their new ‘Green Banana’ single. Taken from the forthcoming album ‘King Perry’, which is released on Tricky’s False Idols label (and who co-produced four of the album tracks), the single comes backed with a remix by the Bristolian duo Dubkasm. The album represents the final studio album written, produced, and recorded with Grammy-nominated producer Daniel Boyle in the months before Lee’s passing and concludes an almost endless discography to his name. 

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Defected Records presents a series of collaborative releases Together. For the second in the series, Defected enlists Masters At Work to remix one of the label’s breaking talents YOURS, as Louie Vega and Kenny Dope revisit ‘DÓNDE ESTÁ’ by the collective.

Toronto's Saad Ayub, and US DJ/producer Elevation. This single, which first premiered on van Dyk’s VONYC Sessions radio show (which celebrates its 900th episode on 30 January), marks the third collaboration between van Dyk and Saad, with the trio joining forces once again to deliver this latest track.

Melodic techno artist Hevi Levi returns with another track and music video in ‘Equality’, set to release on 26 January via his label Joy Group. The Israeli producer has performed in underground clubs and at music festivals around the world including Tomorrowland, Laundry Day, Escape, Sensation, Space, Futurami, IT, Ministry Of Sound, ADE, Pacha and more. 

DJ/producer and Solid Grooves label founder Michael Bibi recently announced his return in 2024. As part of his tour ‘One Life’, he will be staging a 45,000-capacity homecoming show at London’s Finsbury Park on Saturday, 6 July, possibly set to be the biggest electronic show ever to take place in the capital.

Richard Earnshaw unites with Sole Channel founder Mr. V for ‘This House Is Yours’, a release on Big Love. As a classically trained jazz musician, Earnshaw’s ear for music and talent in the studio has led to a longstanding relationship with major labels including Defected Records. 

Spinnin’ Records recently announced that it has once again been named the #1 label of the year by 1001Tracklists, as part of their #AStateOfDanceMusic2023 campaign. The label has been on a role of top spots for this, with 2023 being their fifth consecutive year in a row winning the #1 spot. Its sub labels have also earned top spots on the list, with Tiesto’s imprint Musical Freedom at #4 and Spinnin’ Deep at #22.