EDM DJS – Page 44 – Coverage of the best DJ's around the world

Apr102013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

BREAKING NEWS: KORG RELEASES VOLCA SERIES!

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Three true-analog synthesizers with built-in sequencers to generate the ultimate analog leads, basses, and rhythms Following in the footsteps of the monotron, monotribe, and MS-20 Mini analog synthesizers, Korg announces the volca series. volca is a new lineup of EDM production tools comprised of three distinct models: the volca Keys lead synthesizer, the volca Bass synthesizer, and the volca Beats rhythm machine. These powerful and fun-to-use true-analog devices deliver a diverse array of fat sounds that can be obtained only from an analog synthesizer. Each is also equipped with sequencing/recording capabilities for intuitively generating performances. Multiple volcas can be used in tandem via the vintage-style sync in/out, and with your favorite DAW s...

Apr92013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: GEORGE ACOSTA

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] All great music reaches into your very soul, captures the mind and touches the heart. It can tell a story, take you on an incredible journey and target many different types of emotions. Music such as this can only come from the hard work of a great artist, an artist such as George Acosta. With over 20+ years of experiences as a DJ and Producer, George can certainly be considered a driving force in the dance music industry. [wp_ad_camp_1] Some people might not be aware, but throughout your career you have gone through some changes. At first, you were very successful as an international house DJ and producer. Then you made a successful move to trance, and finally ended up as a leader of progressive house. What marked these changes? I’ve been djing and producing for ove

Apr62013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

ARTENTO DIVINI PRESENTS ALL OF YOU

BIG ROOM, EDM NEWS, NEW RELEASES, REVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Some people are destined to be on stage. Artento Divini is one of those people. Whenever he is in control of the decks, Artento’s charisma shines throughout the entire venue and his sparkling energy creates an atmosphere suitable for any party minded crowd. Artento Divini has spent more hours in his studio than he did in his bed and working this hard pays off. After a successful release on Marco V's In Charge label called 'Drop Off' (hyped by Armin van Buuren in his ASOT show) Artento teamed up in the studio with Nathan Duvall and soon they will hit the (download) charts with a big vocal track. 'All Of You', out on High Contrast is his newest weapon of dancefloor destruction; the melody is catchy and powerful, Duvall's vocal skills are top notch and eve

Apr52013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: XILENT

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] Xilent's first release came in 2009 on Ammunition Recordings 'Quality Killer EP' with the track 'Terminal,' "one of the biggest tracks of 2009" according to top electronic music store TrackItDown.net. The tune immediately caught the ear of John B, who subsequently released more of Xilent's music on his Beta Recordings imprint. [wp_ad_camp_1] You exclusively signed with Audioporn. What's the best thing about the label? They are basically like sort of a second family. I can always rely on the best exposure on whatever I do along with constant support in every way. I can't imagine being on my own right now. When you released 'Choose Me' were you surprised about the instant success? I definitely was, especially when you reminisce on the time when you came up with

Apr32013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: JOHN B

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] With his fondness for eye liner, nail varnish and retro kitsch, JOHN B has become one of the most eclectic and unique individuals in electronic music. His playful stretching of the genre’s elastic over the past ten years has meant he’s been able to work with figureheads from all corners of the scene. From Metalheadz boss Goldie, to legendary global DJ Paul Oakenfold. [wp_ad_camp_1] You embrace a lot of different styles. Should more DJ's be open to that? I think these days, most successful DJ's play more than just one micro-subgenre - even in just a 1 hour set its really important to keep things varied, it gets just too boring and monotonous otherwise. Keep things exciting. How would you describe a typical John B performance? High energy, uplifting, mainly dru

Apr12013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Seattle’s CHANNEL SURFER Announces NEW ALBUM

ALBUMS, EDM NEWS, NEW RELEASES, TRANCE

[wp_ad_camp_2] Seattle native, Chris Herrera aka CHANNEL SURFER will be releasing a new full-length artist album. With the working title "Critical Moments", Channel promises a Trance tour de force including Tech, Vocal, Progressive and even Psy. [wp_ad_camp_1] We can only speculate which of the top-tier labels he works with will put this out. Let us not forget, Chris's music has appeared on Armin's 'Armada", Oakenfold's "Perfecto", Christopher Lawrence's "Pharmacy". and of course his own label "Televisionary". Discover Records seems to be where he is happiest these days with them releasing everything from his driving 140 cuts, to his deep Progressive. Discover has long been known to jump start the global careers of many of Trance's finest including John O'Callaghan, Sean Tyas, Jo...

Mar302013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: MARTYPARTY

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] MartyParty is a music producer and performer. Born and raised in South Africa and residing in Brooklyn, NY, his music runs the gambit from sexy hip hop to intense dance to dirty dubstep… sometimes pretty and soft, sometimes hard and dirty, but always emotional. [wp_ad_camp_1] You are originally from South Africa. When did you make the move to Brooklyn NY? Hi! Thanks for doing the interview and big up to Hammarica.com! I was born in South Africa and moved to the US when I was 23 - that was 1994. I lived in San Francisco for 12 years and went through the dot com boom there, then moved to New York 6 years ago after breaking free of my roots in software. How would you define your 'Purple' sound? Instrumental club hip hop or bassline hip hop - making sounds tha

Mar292013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: NERD RAGE

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] NERD RAGE's music, hand-in-hand with his stage presence, is loud, aggressive, and right in your face. Never taking himself too seriously, Nerd Rage continues to deliver good vibes whether he’s behind the decks or in front of his computer. The phenom has developed some serious production skills as well as respect throughout the Bass Music community since exploding onto the scene last year, and demonstrates his progress every step of the way. [wp_ad_camp_1] Describe your stage presence when you rock a show I like to bring the full element of metal into the vibe while I'm on stage. Very loud, aggressive, mosh pits, and stage diving. Nonstop jumping and screaming. I want to make sure everyone is able to have the best and most memorable time possible when it comes to th

Mar292013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL BREAKS RECORDS

EVENT NEWS, PRESS RELEASES

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL wrapped this past weekend (March 22-24) as its most successful year yet. Over 330,000 electronic music enthusiasts descended upon downtown Miami’s Bayfront Park to attend the massive event which took place for the first time in its 15 year history over two weekends: March 15-17 and 22-24. ULTRA MUSIC FESTIVAL will return next year March 28, 29 and 30, 2014.Each of the six days were streamed live over the internet via UMF TV reaching over10,000,000 viewers, making it the largest viewed festival event in the U.S. to date. Over 200 of the world’s leading DJs and electronic musicians as well as emerging artistsparticipated each weekend. It wouldn’t be ULTRA without special guests. This year Avicii debuted material from his upco

Mar292013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

FOUNDATION NIGHTCLUB Voted #55th In The World

EDM NEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Foundation Nightclub in Belltown has been voted Number 55 in DJ Mag’s Top 100 Clubs, the most definitive list of clubs that provide the best dance music experience. DJ Mag, the authority and most respected publication in the dance music world, has released the results of its annual Top 100 Clubs poll with Foundation Nightclub ranking for the first time at number 55. Hundreds of thousands of votes have been cast by clubbers, industry experts, and DJs all across the globe, resulting in the definitive collection of nightclubs that provide the best dance music experiences in the world. We have known for years that Seattle is one of the greatest cities for electronic music, it’s amazing to see so many people come together and prove to the rest of the worl

Mar282013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: REVOLVR

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] Whether it's through an irresistible house music hook or propulsive progressive production, the Las Vegas-based REVOLVR specializes in igniting emotions. Hands go up in the air and bodies shake when his fusion of styles pipes through the speakers. Revolvr will make an appearance on The DJ Sessions April 19th. Ahead of that we had an exclusive interview with him. [wp_ad_camp_1] You quit your corporate job for EDM. Do you ever regret it? I haven't thought of it for a second! The weirdest thing that ever happened during a performance? Most of the weirdest things happen when I'm really drunk, so I don't remember them... Your current top 5? - Bootik & Silvertongue - In My Head (Revolvr Remix) - Showtek - Slow Down - Zedd ft Foxes - Clarity (FTampa ...

Mar282013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

International Music Summit presents IMS ENGAGE

EVENT NEWS, PRESS RELEASES

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] The famed Ibiza summit IMS hosts its first one-day event in America on Wednesday the 17th of April at W Hollywood in Los Angeles, California. After a successful IMS USA Symposium in 2012 at Coachella, IMS is engaging the electronic music world with the wider industries of technology, finance, hip-hop and arts in a one-day event. A series of un-moderated conversations, consisting of seven pairs of speakers, will address the growing influence and prominence of electronic music in America and beyond. For the past six years in Ibiza, IMS has brought together the leading thinkers and trailblazers in electronic music and beyond, uniting artists, global brands, technology pioneers, event producers and more to discuss one of the most unique and rapidly evolvi

Mar282013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

HARD SUMMER Announces First Stage

EDM NEWS, EVENT NEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Los Angeles’ biggest summertime music event, the sixth annual HARD SUMMER has announced today (March 28) the first stage for this year’s edition taking place Saturday, August 3 and Sunday, August 4 at Los Angeles State Historic Park. The two-day festival will serve as the only U.S. stop of the Ed Banger 10-Year Anniversary Tour with the Ed Banger 10th Anniversary Stage. “We are celebrating 10 years of Ed Banger Records this year,” states Pedro Winter aka Busy.P of Ed Banger Records. “10 years means 10 shows all around the world, with one great stop at HARD SUMMER in L.A. JUSTICE (DJ set), BREAKBOT live, BUSY.P Ed Banger Megamix, FEADZ, MR. OIZO, SO ME and more will show how we party in Paris!” Further line-up information will be released soon. Tic

Mar272013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

W&W ROCKING MADISON SQUARE GARDEN

EVENT NEWS, PRESS RELEASES, TOUR DATES

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Hot off a smashing MWW/WMC which saw their single “The Code”become one of the week’s/Ultra Music Festival’s most played tracks, W&W take to New York City for two incredible events. On Saturday, March 30, W&W will join Armin van Buuren and others for the much-anticipated ASOT600 show at Madison Square Garden. Afterwards, W&W will headline a sold out ASOT600 after party at the Best Buy Theater; their biggest ever NYC show. As premiered at ADE and featured in Hardwell's Essential Mix, “The Code” sets aside the genre boundaries with intense force, fusing infectious synth hooks and peak stamina into an anthem capable of maximal floor damage right through to the summer festival season. Even before MMW/WMC “The Code” was an absolute smash having en

Mar242013 by EDM DJSNo Comments

BASSROCK: I’m FRENCH – Deal With It!

BIG ROOM, EDM NEWS, ELECTRO HOUSE, NEW RELEASES, REVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] Seattle's Electro house prodigy BASSROCK gains more and more dedicated following by the day. His weekly sets for The DJ Sessions on ITV LIVE have a global following as legendary DJ Donald Glaude just picked up his new track for Eden Records. [wp_ad_camp_1] "I'm French, Deal With It" Is as playful and important as the name might suggest. Named for the French side of his blood, the track, boasts inventive synth design and arrangement, as well as a healthy dose of genre mixing. Funky French House chord stabs and leads are sprinkled into a complextro base, and supplemented with progressive minded chord plucks. The listener should definitely feel a groove, as Bassrock manages to pull of this funky melting pot of genres quite flawlessly. Although the track was finished almo...