Kanye West Calls 2Pac “Most Overrated EDM Producer in History”

Kanye West Calls 2Pac “Most Overrated EDM Producer in History”

EDM NEWS
[wp_ad_camp_2] [Tweet "This cat 2Pac couldn’t even create a half decent wobble bass if his life depended on it."] [wp_ad_camp_1] Hammarica.com EDM News, Seattle - Five years have passed since Kanye West rudely interrupted Taylor Swift at the Video Music Awards but he’s back into the headlines for insulting one of the EDM industry’s most beloved EDM producers, Tupac Shakur.In a statement that’s sending shock waves across the music industry, Kanye West dissed Tupac Shakur by calling him the “most overrated EDM producer in history” while chatting after a celebrity showing of Jonathan Liebesman’s newest film, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, at the Hollywood Theatre in Hollywood, California. The topic of 2Pac came up in conversation when an undisclosed person mentioned to Kanye that his
THE EXCLUSIVE JASON JENINGS HAMMARICA INTERVIEW

THE EXCLUSIVE JASON JENINGS HAMMARICA INTERVIEW

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS
[wp_ad_camp_2] [Tweet "Another night I saw a 300 pound muscle head, fist-pumpin' with a giant soother in his mouth. "] [wp_ad_camp_1] JASON JENINGS has a fantastic release out on the HAMMARICA label 'CHAOS' which was also remixed by BASSROCK. Jason now has a new upcoming release on the Hammarica label called 'RAVERS'. Therefore, it was time for a chat! You've released a stunning track on the Hammarica label, including a great Bassrock remix, and more to come in the coming months. Could you describe your personal style when it comes to producing? I try to produce the kind of music that I love to listen to. I'd best describe my personal style as a mix between Diplo & TJR. I like big bass-lines and a funky, electro feel. The past few years EDM blew up world wide. We've s...
STEVE AOKI HERO OF ELECTRIC ZOO 2014 AS HIS RAFT SAVES MULTIPLE SOULS

STEVE AOKI HERO OF ELECTRIC ZOO 2014 AS HIS RAFT SAVES MULTIPLE SOULS

EDM NEWS, EVENT NEWS
[wp_ad_camp_2] [Tweet "BREAKING: ELECTRIC ZOO CANCELED & TURNS INTO SEA WORLD - ALL RAVERS LIVE HAPPILY EVER RAFTER."] ELECTRIC ZOO, New York's most favorite festival fell victim to a massive flood and was canceled. As ravers were trying to escape the Armageddon, Steve Aoki could finally explain why he always carries a raft around. It's strictly for safety measures. As a true hero, he stage dived his raft to save raver after raver. Melissa Gonzalez: "It was crazy. At first we thought the water from the heavens was just another show element. A new SPECTACULAR act by Steve Aoki. Yet, after four minutes of intense cloudburst which contained no vodka, we realized it was not part of the show. Steve Aoki immediately jumped his raft and saved hundreds of ravers" The first two day
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH JACK KIEFFER OF BASS FOR AUTISM

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH JACK KIEFFER OF BASS FOR AUTISM

DRUM & BASS, DUBSTEP, EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS, NEW RELEASES
[wp_ad_camp_2] [Tweet "40+ Previously Unreleased Tracks: “Bass for Autism Vol. 2”"] [wp_ad_camp_1] Tell us more about the project Bass For Autism; how did you come up with the idea? I had been working on fundraising for the Organization for Autism Research (OAR) through other initiatives, and I was looking for a way to combine this work with my passions in the musical arena.  After a bit of searching, I discovered Mixify, a platform that would allow us to host an online festival and raise money through either ticketing the events, receiving donations during music sets, or both.  So, Bass for Autism really just started as an online event with a bunch of different artists playing short sets.  In an attempt to get more promotion going for the event, I reached out to the guys at
Hammarica.com Premiere: EDM Compilation To Benefit Autism Research

Hammarica.com Premiere: EDM Compilation To Benefit Autism Research

ALBUMS, BIG ROOM, DRUM & BASS, DUBSTEP, EDM NEWS, ELECTRO HOUSE, NEW RELEASES, PREMIERE
[wp_ad_camp_2] 40+ Previously Unreleased Tracks: “Bass for Autism Vol. 2” [wp_ad_camp_1] August 15th 2014 | Chicago, IL - Today, the electronic music community turns its focus away from the stage and toward a greater cause. An all-star EDM compilation available today, aims to promote autism awareness and support the efforts of the Organization for Autism Research (OAR). OAR is a non-profit organization whose mission is to make a difference in individual lives by funding autism research, providing timely and relevant autism information to those who need it, and funding post-secondary scholarships for students with autism.   The charitable initiative, Bass For Autism, is a collaborative endeavor between some of the most prolific purveyors of electronic dance music, including
ELECTRIC ZOO 2014 TO TAKE OFF BIG WITH JOSH WINK – PAUL VAN DYK – JACK U & MORE!

ELECTRIC ZOO 2014 TO TAKE OFF BIG WITH JOSH WINK – PAUL VAN DYK – JACK U & MORE!

EDM NEWS, EVENT NEWS
[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] TECHNO WITH ITS OWN STAGE IN THE MIDST OF EDM The 2014 Electric Zoo Festival is nearing–it’s slated to start on Friday, August 29. The three-day festival takes place over Labor Day weekend at Randall’s Island Park in New York City. The gates will open early on each day, although specific times have not yet been announced. Friday’s lineup includes David Guetta, Dada Life, Nicky Romero, Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike, Destroid, Dubfire, and Gesaffelstein. Saturday’s lineup includes Armin Van Buuren, Zedd, Knife Party, Laidback Luke, Madeon, Sasha, Paul Van Dyk, and Cosmic Gate. Sunday’s lineup includes Kaskade, Alesso, Jack U, Dash Berlin, ATB, Victor Calderone, and Chase & Status. Randall’s Island Park, located along the East River bet
STACKING THE QUESTIONS TO STAX – EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW!

STACKING THE QUESTIONS TO STAX – EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW!

BIG ROOM, DANCE, EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS, NEW RELEASES
[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] With the release of his latest single 'ALL YOU SEE' STAX is continuing to take the world by storm. "All You See" is an electro dance track that features the one and only FLAVA FLAV. This will be one of the many unique and fresh productions on the Electro Circus album. The Music video was filmed in Big Bear Lake in the Mohave Desert and in parts of Houston Texas will be featuring Flava Flav, Kristen Renton from 'Sons of Anarchy' Jessica Hall from the 'Wilkinson Show' and many more. Time for an exclusive chat with STAX! Tell us more about your smash hit track All You See All You See is the first single to be released from the album Electro Circus. The video was produced by internationally known, video director and platinum singer Mickael Zibi from Cold...
CRUCAST: A New DJ Mix Streaming App and YouTube Channel

CRUCAST: A New DJ Mix Streaming App and YouTube Channel

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS
[wp_ad_camp_2] Have you been CRUCASTED? [wp_ad_camp_1] Crucast is a new platform showcasing artist from a wide variety of dance music sub-genres. Hammarica had a chat with them to see what they are about.. What's your history? Brains behind the Crucast App & Youtube channel is Joe Perry aka DJ Lazcru (@LAZCRU), a Drum & Bass, House and Garage DJ, producer and bass music promoter from Oxford, UK. Lazcru became notorious for his high octane 3 deck mixes and has performed throughout the UK, Europe and beyond, supporting the likes of DJ Fresh, Nero and Andy C . He also co runs the ever popular UK party SWITCH, which as seen the likes of Skream, MK, Annie Mac, Sub Focus, Disclosure and Rudimental pass through its doors. Tell us more about your network Through touring ...
TOMO HIRATA EXPLAINS THE JAPANESE EDM SCENE – EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

TOMO HIRATA EXPLAINS THE JAPANESE EDM SCENE – EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

BIG ROOM, DANCE, EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS, NEW RELEASES
[wp_ad_camp_2] TAIKO OUT NOW ON DJ CENTER RECORDS (FRANCE) [wp_ad_camp_1] Tomo Hirata, the EDM pioneer from Japan just released his latest offering on DJ Center Records from France. International praise from top notch DJs followed so we had a little chat with him about his past, the current scene and EDM in Japan. You have an upcoming release on DJ Center Records called 'Taiko' In this release you feature the Taiko, which consist of a broad range of Japanese percussion instruments. How did you come up with that idea? It sounds very fitting. I think the EDM scene is the most global music scene in the world. But I couldn't find any Japanese EDM acts on the map, so therefore I tried to put a Japanese mark on it and decided to use the Japanese traditional drum like the flag on Tomorro
INTERVIEW WITH THE TEAM BEHIND REVELATION! LAEL BELLOTTI, HARNOIS & ALEX LARICHEV

INTERVIEW WITH THE TEAM BEHIND REVELATION! LAEL BELLOTTI, HARNOIS & ALEX LARICHEV

DANCE, EDM NEWS, ELECTRO HOUSE, INTERVIEWS, NEW RELEASES, TRANCE
[wp_ad_camp_2] INSOMNIFIED, the label headed by MAGNETIE and distributed through BLACK HOLE RECORDINGS has success with its newest release 'Revelation' by Lael Bellotti, Joshua Harnois and talented trance producer Alex Larichev. The fat eletro-trance track hits hard with the bassline and catchy melody that will be sure to get stuck in your head. The three producers behind 'Revelation' show a track record to be reckoned with. Russian producer Alex Larichev's music was supported in DJ sets and radio-shows by the top dons in the game, including Armin Van Buuren, Above & Beyond, Tiesto, Dash Berlin, Markus Schulz, Gareth Emery, Paul Van Dyk, Ferry Corsten, W&W, Arty, Bobina, DJ Feel, Tritonal, Paul Oakenfold and many more. TIME FOR AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH THE GUYS!! Yo
DIRTY LAZRS RELEASE 2K EDIT PACK

DIRTY LAZRS RELEASE 2K EDIT PACK

BIG ROOM, EDM NEWS, ELECTRO HOUSE, NEW RELEASES
[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] "2K edit pack" is geared specifically towards DJ's. All of the edits in the 2k edit pack were made within the last three months. The edits were made for specific shows the duo was performing at in the Las VegasHard Rock Cafe. The edits were sitting in their private collection so they decided once they reach 2,000 likes on Facebook they would give them away for free to thank their fans for all their support Dirty Lazrs was formed when two friends "Chris Johnson" & "Nayibe Paredes" were not satisfied with the nine to five jobs they were working. They both wanted more, so every day after work they starting learning how to produce, and soon after bought their own DJ equipment. “We felt like doing this because of the feeling you get when you are on a s
HOW TOMO HIRATA BANGS THE JAPANESE EDM DRUM

HOW TOMO HIRATA BANGS THE JAPANESE EDM DRUM

BIG ROOM, DANCE, EDM NEWS, ELECTRO HOUSE, NEW RELEASES
[wp_ad_camp_2] TAIKO OUT NOW ON DJ CENTER RECORDS (FRANCE) [wp_ad_camp_1] JAPAN is emerging as a new base for EDM – and TOMO HIRATA stands at the forefront of it all. A tireless promoter and believer in the global sound of EDM, he is proud to announce his new single TAIKO - released on the French top label DJ CENTER RECORDS. The track features a relenteless beat, based on the traditional Japanese taiko instrument. International response has been great so far with great comments from leading Djs all accross the world. Sidney Samson: "I'm gonna put your song in my next radio show for sure!"Quentin Mosimann: "Full Support" Plastik Funk: "yeah! nice tune and perfect for the festivals!!" Jetfire: "cool track!" Justin Prime: "Dope" TOMO HIRATA originally debuted in the early days of da
JASON JENINGS DROPS A BOMB ON HAMMARICA – CHAOS ENSUES!

JASON JENINGS DROPS A BOMB ON HAMMARICA – CHAOS ENSUES!

BIG ROOM, DANCE, EDM NEWS, ELECTRO HOUSE, NEW RELEASES
[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] HAMMARICA is proud to present the debut of JASON JENINGS on its label! His single CHAOS is already heavily supported, including by HAKKASAN resident FERGIE who loves Jening's big room house banger. For the occasion, Chaos was remixed by EDM mastermind and Hammarica favorite BASSROCK. The remix takes the track to what can be best described as a futuristic acid experience. Not only on the release front things are going great for Jason, he also recently started a successful radio show. JASON JENINGS: “I've been working really hard & have had a ton of exciting things in the works! Party103.com (New York) has signed me on as a Resident DJ with their station. I have my own radio show "Full Blast Radio", each week from 4pm to 5pm. Also on Party103, I now
TASADI’S ‘THE ANCIENT REALM’ RELEASED ON BEATPORT TO STUNNING REVIEWS

TASADI’S ‘THE ANCIENT REALM’ RELEASED ON BEATPORT TO STUNNING REVIEWS

ALBUMS, BEST OF, EDM NEWS, NEW RELEASES, REVIEWS, TRANCE
[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] After the first two singles "THE SEVENTH KINGDOM" and "GATES OF PERSEPOLIS" TASADI'S album 'THE ANCIENT REALM' is out NOW! The album received excellent reviews in its pre-run. Dimitri Kechagias of Flux BPM ONLINE said this about the work: "Tasadi is considered as one of the most important trance artists with many high class underground trance releases on top label like Sedna. Now on Lunary records presents his magnificent album Ancient Realm. Once again he take us by the hand for a spiritual journey of self discovery, self appreciation and unity with others who love and feel connected with the same kind of music. His album is absolutely stunning example of an artist who goes against the grain and walks his own unique pathway. It's difficult decision b...
INSOMNIFIED MUSIC GRABS MOMENTUM WITH ITS LATEST REVELATION

INSOMNIFIED MUSIC GRABS MOMENTUM WITH ITS LATEST REVELATION

EDM NEWS, ELECTRO HOUSE, NEW RELEASES, REVIEWS, TRANCE
[wp_ad_camp_2] INSOMNIFIED, the label headed by MAGNETIE and distributed through BLACK HOLE RECORDINGS has had a surge of success the last few months. The label received several raving reviews by DJ Mag among other high profile buzz. Always surprising with quality releases, Insomnified is proud to present its newest release. Rising producers Lael Bellotti and Joshua Harnois team up with talented trance producer Alex Larichev to bring you the newest in eletro-trance. With its hard hitting bassline and catchy melody that will be sure to get stuck in your head, Revelation will get you moving. The three producers behind 'Revelation' show a track record to be reckoned with. Russian producer Alex Larichev's music was supported in DJ sets and radio-shows by the top dons in the game, inc
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