EDM DJS – Page 59 – Coverage of the best DJ's around the world

Dec202012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: Dubstep Sensation Cyberoptics

[wp_ad_camp_2] A young producer taking the dubstep world by storm, at age 19 Alex Epps aka Cyberoptics first made his big smash into the scene with his release "Geisha" on PLAY ME Records. Released in May of 2010, Geisha climbed to number 1 on Beatport.com and held it's place in the top 5 for over a month, battling producers such as Borgore and Doctor P. [wp_ad_camp_1] What did it take to rule the Beatport chart at the number 1 spot for weeks with your release Geisha? Success doesn't just come falling from the sky. Well, Geisha was picked up by Reid Speed and Play Me Records after my release "Kong". I really never expected it to hit #1 or even break the top 10. It sat for #2 for days and I had given up hope..until I received a call telling me that it finally went #1. The only

Dec192012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Review: Maya Jane Coles – Easier To Find

EDM NEWS, HOUSE, NEW RELEASES, REVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Easier to hide is the latest release from London deep house sensation Maya Jane Coles on her brand new label I Am Me, Featuring the much awaited tracks she premiered on her essential mix in 2011, Easier to hide contains four genuinely deep and soulful tunes which blend the worlds of underground warehouse music and the deep house, carried by Maya's classy vocals. The title track was named the Beatport track of the day upon its release. For those who are still new to the unique sound Maya has been delivering, this release is a great place to start. Since her release What They Say on real tone records in 2010, Maya Jane Coles has skyrocketed to becoming one of the premier breakthrough artists within the house scene. Gaining many illustrious accolade...

Dec182012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: John Acquaviva

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] With an unparalleled legacy in the annals of analog and digital electronic music John Acquaviva can boast and list pages of accomplishments in just about every aspect of the music world. But let’s not talk about the past right now. Surging to the very top of the production and DJ world in the past handful of years with a steady stream of club anthems and chart topping tunes, his productions have won over and set the mood for an entire generation of clubbers and clubbing worldwide. Not satisfied with just his own work, Acquaviva has also relaunched the seminal Definitive Recordings imprint, taking it to its highest levels ever, fostering new artists, DJs and producers such as Olivier Gaicomotto, Kid Dub, Robot Needs Oil/Greg Kobe, to mention but a few. [wp_ad_camp_1] W

Dec172012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: BASSROCK!

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] Seattle Native BASSROCK has been producing electronic music for around 2 years and loves to delve into darker, grittier styles. His energy is unrivalled and his beats are FIERCE. Give a warm welcome to BASSROCK!! [wp_ad_camp_1] BASSROCK, you are a fresh face in the US dance scene. Could you describe your style for the people who don't know you yet? I don't pretend to be tied down to one style or another, but I do find myself drawn to Big Room House quite often, the style that Firebeatz and Nicky Romero have been coming out with recently. I just love the energy that comes with those basslines. My productions vary all over, however, and I've produced tracks within at least 20 different sub genres. Most times, when people ask me, I sum it up by telling them that I pr...

Dec172012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Darin Epsilon’s Phenomenal Finish to 2012

EDM NEWS, EVENT NEWS, NEW RELEASES, PROGRESSIVE HOUSE, TECH HOUSE, TOUR DATES

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Darin Epsilon, North America’s poster boy for pure Progressive House signs with Renaissance and Hope Recordings, and is announced as one of the headliners for White Wonderland NYE. After an amazing 2012 filled with highlights, North America’s leading figure for pure Progressive House, Darin Epsilon, will enter 2013 with a bang as he graces the Crystal Temple stage of White Wonderland in Southern California. Right when the clock hits midnight, he will perform for his biggest crowd yet at this massive production by USA's top promoter, Insomniac Events. The all-star lineup includes other hotshots like Avicii, Above & Beyond, Ferry Corsten, Bingo Players, Hardwell, Sebastian Ingrosso and more. On the production front, Darin keeps raising the bar as w

Dec172012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Andain – What It’s Like

EDM NEWS, NEW RELEASES, TRANCE

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Andain - What It's Like 1. John Dahlback Remix 2. Loverush UK Remix Andain present their new single "What It's Like" on the Black Hole imprint. Josh Gabriel and Mavie Marcos are, as well all know, the driving forces behind the Andain alias. With a career that started in early 2000, it was their first single “Summer Calling” and the follow-up “Beautiful Things” that launched their name into instant celebrity. The famous Gabriel & Dresden Remix of "Beautiful Things" became a classic and nowadays boasts over 20 million views on Youtube. Andain recently released artist album entitled "You Once Told Me" harvested the successful single "Promises" which appeared on many compilations, and reached #13 in SiriusXM’s BPM Top 51 of 2011. To suppor

Dec172012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Paul Thomas featuring Ladystation – Motivation (Remixes)

EDM NEWS, NEW RELEASES, TRANCE

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Paul Thomas featuring Ladystation - Motivation Remixes 1. Kris O'Neil Remix 2. Max Freegrant Remix 3. Kash Trivedi Remix 4. Original Mix Paul Thomas presents new remixes of his single “Motivation” on the Magik Muzik imprint. The vocals are performed by Ladystation. Paul Thomas made his fame with a residency at Birmingham’s Godskitchen and their globally-syndicated Global Gathering festivals half a decade back. Global tours became his daily life, while in the meantime he mixed applauded compilations for Toolroom Records’ burgeoning Leaders Of The New School imprint. Ever since, Paul has consistently released singles on Steve Angello’s SIZE Records, Positiva, Data, Toolroom Records, Doorn Records, Sander Kleinenberg’s Little Mountain Recordings a

Dec152012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: Darin Epsilon

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] Internationally acclaimed DJ, producer, radio host, and label owner Darin Epsilon is often referred to as a leader of the Progressive & Tech House scene. His Perspectives radio show and podcast, along with his frequent guest appearances on Sirius/XM Satellite Radio (www.siriusxm.com), allow him to reach tens of thousands of listeners on a regular basis. He launched his record label Perspectives Digital (www.perspectivesdigital.com) in November 2010 as an extension of the brand, further solidifying his influence and presence within the global dance community. [wp_ad_camp_1] You will be performing at White Wonderland NYE in Anaheim, CA. This will be one of, if not THE biggest, New Year's events in the nation with other headliners such as Ferry Corsten, Dash Berlin,

Dec152012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Krewella Remix EP Debuts At #6 On iTunes

DUBSTEP, EDM NEWS, NEW RELEASES

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Chicago trio KREWELLA have unleashed their latest body of work,PLAY HARDER, an eight-song EP featuring a selection of banger remixes of two of their most popular tracks—“Alive” and “Killin’ It”—as well as new song “Come & Get It.” It made its debut at #6 on the iTunes Dance Chart. PLAY HARDER is the follow-up to KREWELLA’s #1 Beatport EP released earlier this year,PLAY HARD, which also currently sits at #10 on iTunes Dance Chart. There’s a compelling range of talent who lend their skills to the Krew’s breakout productions including fresh takes from newcomers Jakob Leidholm and Mutrix, Danish and Swedish duo Pegboard Nerds, France’s Dirtyphonics and the Netherland’s Chuckie just to name a few. Along with PLAY HARDER,KREWELLA has also made availabl

Dec142012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: Robbie Rivera + Giveaway!

COMPETITION, EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] Robbie Rivera’s distinctive brand of sexy, pounding, dirty, electro-tinged house music ignites dance-floors across the globe. Throughout the years Robbie’s musical stylings have lead to a strong collection of dance floor favorites attached to his name. Going back to 2002 Rivera released a collaboration with the just starting Axwell entitled “Burning”. The track garnered universal praise and set the stage for his 2003 hit “BANG”, reaching Top 10 on the UK charts, used in the Sydney Olympics, and selling 500,000 copies. But, perhaps Robbie’s biggest track to date would be the worldwide smash “Funkatron”, a track cited as an influence to many of today’s house classics. These tracks are only limited highlights in an illustrious career that as well include the hits “Back To

Dec142012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Excision, KJ Sawka And Downlink On A Mission To Destroi

DUBSTEP, EDM NEWS, NEW RELEASES

[wp_ad_camp_2] DESTROID is upon us. The combined forces of Excision, Downlink and KJ Sawka have united to bring forth the next stage of the dubstep movement, and they are ready to obliterate all that stand in their way. DESTROID draws on their combined experiences and battle hardened skill sets, pushing musical boundaries by utilizing cutting-edge technology and otherworldly music production techniques. They are the embodiment of the live dubstep experience, a violent vision of both bass music’s future and the descending path on which mankind has set itself upon. [wp_ad_camp_1] To bring the prophetic sounds of DESTROID to life, Excision enlisted the talents of fellow Canadian Dubstep technician Downlink to build upon their monumental collaborations. A world-class producer in his own

Dec132012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica Features Premier Download Of Rico Tubbs – Saunabelt On Dim Mak!

EDM NEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] [wp_ad_camp_1] Dim Mak Records presents the third installment to their New Noise Compilation with a proper introduction: “We are on Volume 3 of our ground breaking compilation series that has given a voice to international artists from around the world writing cutting edge future music in EDM. There is no barriers here. We handpicked producers writing electro to moombahton to trap to dub step and beyond. Volume 3 to date is my favorite series yet w/ entire selection of EXCLUSIVE tracks from Sound of Stereo, Chewy Chocolate Cookies, Heroes and Villains, Will Bailey and Valentino Khan, Tommie Sunshine, Rico Tubbs, and a total of 23 tracks. This is the New Noise. We are the New Sound.” – STEVE AOKI Dim Mak is so kind to offer a Premier Download of Rico Tubbs - Saunabel

Dec132012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: Truckasauras

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] Since Truckasauras' first performance, they have been repeatedly redefining electronic music in the live setting. From underground house parties, to impromptu street performances, to proper rock venues, Truckasauras' explosive lo-fi, audio-visual, live sets continually raise the bar for not just electronic music, but anyone seeking to captivate an audience and rock the party. When Performing, band members Adam Swan, Tyler Swan, Ryan Trudell, and Dan Bordon, commonly sport American flags (worn as bandannas or capes), trucker hats, hunting vests, and various other trashy accoutrements. Their DEVO-esque, half-ironic display deftly rides the line between performance art and a really weird camping trip. Bordon's live video mash-ups are composed from some of the worst e...

Dec122012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Hammarica.com Daily DJ Interview: Sied Van Riel

EDM NEWS, INTERVIEWS

[wp_ad_camp_2] The Riel Deal: From the prolific electronic dance breeding ground that is The Netherlands, with close to overnight speed, in 2008 he landed. In that year alone he was tipped by Tiësto as “the hottest producer around”, by DJ Magazine as “the next big thing to hit trance.” Give a warm welcome to SIED VAN RIEL! You are known as a trance producer, but are there secret house or dubstep records from your hand flowing around? I have never produced an actual full on house or dubstep track yet. Even though some of my own earlier remixes and releases were quite progressive that would be one step too far for me. [wp_ad_camp_1] Describe the most lavish event you were ever booked for? That would be a private birthday party for someone in Tunisia, who was a big fan of elec

Dec112012 by EDM DJSNo Comments

Calvin Harris Remixed By Tiesto

EDM NEWS, ELECTRO HOUSE, NEW RELEASES

[wp_ad_camp_2] For “Sweet Nothing” featuring Florence Welch, his most current single from the album 18 MONTHS, international DJ, producer and hit songwriter CALVIN HARRIS turns to a list of noteworthy contenders for the track’s remix package available today (December 11) via Columbia/Roc Nation/Ultra Music. There’s a myriad of styles among the five tracks available. Diplo and Grandtheft team up for a trap-mannered remix, while Tiësto lends his talents to a rework of the song with a big room feel. There are also remixes by the U.K.’s Burns, as well as duos Dirtyloud from Brazil and Qulinez from Sweden. [wp_ad_camp_1] Meanwhile, CALVIN HARRIS has been nominated for two GRAMMY Awards for“Best Dance Recording” for his hit single “Let’s Go” featuring Ne-Yo (Ultra Music) and “Best Short