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Patrick Ames Conner

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Brooklyn-bred, Los Angeles-based techno enthusiast covering music, artists, events, culture and news in the dance / electronic music and queer culture spaces

HELANG Delivers Commanding "Don't Depend" on MEDUZA's AETERNA Records

Chinese-American producer HELANG caps off a breakthrough summer with her most commanding release yet, "Don't Depend," arriving via MEDUZA's AETERNA Records. The driving house and techno anthem showcases her signature blend…

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Four London Crews shaking up Body Movements UK this weekend

Body Movements has evolved from a DIY Hackney Wick takeover to become one of the UK's most vital queer electronic music festivals, now taking over Southwark Park for its second…

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Splash House delivers another desert classic to Palm Springs for 2025 [Photo Gallery]

Palm Springs lived up to its reputation this past weekend as Splash House Weekend 2 wrapped up three days of poolside perfection. From Saturday's opening sets under the blazing desert…

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4 acts you can’t miss at Splash House Weekend 2 in Palm Springs

Palm Springs is preparing itself for another weekend of dancing in the sun as Splash House returns for Weekend 2. The festival delivers three days of poolside euphoria across its…

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Sunny Side Up balances euphoria and mystery on new single "Drive Me Crazy"

Breckenridge-based electronic artist Sunny Side Up has released "Drive Me Crazy," an independently released single that captures the kinetic chaos of deep connection through vibrant synths and driving beats. "Drive…

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MANLY unleashes bass brutality with new single "Blood Bath"

Sydney-based producer MANLY has delivered his most punishing release yet with "Blood Bath," an independently released single that showcases his signature approach to heavy bass music. The track represents a…

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Lauren Mia returns to Armada Music with cinematic single "Coda Sublimé"

Multi-disciplinary artist and producer Lauren Mia has returned to Armada Electronic Elements with "Coda Sublimé," a powerful instrumental that marks both a musical and personal evolution. The cinematic peak techno…

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4 acts not to miss at Brunch Electronik Barcelona 2025

Barcelona's electronic music scene is set to reach fever pitch as Brunch Electronik Festival returns to Parc del Fòrum and Poble Espanyol. This year’s edition promises to be the most…

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Dekmantel 2025: Amsterdam's electronic music laboratory delivers another masterclass [Event Review]

Dekmantel's 11th edition reaffirmed why Amsterdam's most discerning electronic music festival continues to set the standard for curatorial excellence. Across five days from July 30 to August 3, the festival's…

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Doc Backer and MyaaP explore digital dystopia in surreal "Rent" music video

Seattle's boundary-pushing artist Doc Backer has teamed with Milwaukee's viral sensation MyaaP for their explosive new collaboration "Rent," accompanied by a mind-bending music video that feels like "an episode of…

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Rob Tirea Takes Us Through His Emotional 'Universal Jest' EP [Track by Track Review]

Los Angeles-based producer Rob Tirea has completed his most ambitious work to date with the release of Universal Jest EP – a four-track emotional odyssey that explores life's beautiful contradictions…

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MXGPU embrace speed, instinct, and emotional vulnerability on new single “find u” [Interview]

Lisbon-based duo MXGPU — made up of Moullinex and GPU Panic — lean into emotion, speed, and instinct on their new single “find u,” out today via Discotexas. Blending liquid…

Patrick Ames Conner

HELANG Delivers Commanding "Don't Depend" on MEDUZA's AETERNA Records

Four London Crews shaking up Body Movements UK this weekend

Splash House delivers another desert classic to Palm Springs for 2025 [Photo Gallery]

4 acts you can’t miss at Splash House Weekend 2 in Palm Springs

Sunny Side Up balances euphoria and mystery on new single "Drive Me Crazy"

MANLY unleashes bass brutality with new single "Blood Bath"

Lauren Mia returns to Armada Music with cinematic single "Coda Sublimé"

4 acts not to miss at Brunch Electronik Barcelona 2025

Dekmantel 2025: Amsterdam's electronic music laboratory delivers another masterclass [Event Review]

Doc Backer and MyaaP explore digital dystopia in surreal "Rent" music video

Rob Tirea Takes Us Through His Emotional 'Universal Jest' EP [Track by Track Review]

MXGPU embrace speed, instinct, and emotional vulnerability on new single “find u” [Interview]

Blood Orange returns with his most poetic project to date in 'Essex Honey'

"Turn Off the Tears" showcases Vân Scott’s soaring pop brilliance

Zookraught returns with a battle cry: "Raught!"

Seafret tap into a classic dose of heartache and honesty on "Love In Reverse"

Kueen shares refreshing new project, 'Got Juice?'

Jay Tone is carving out his space with "Puzzles"

Matt Oakley is redefining country music with heart, soul and modernity

Texas’ Blacktop Mojo does rock music the way it should be done

Tha Rapper Haiti blends authentic style with musical passion

From Machismo To Mujeres: Women As The Face Of Reggaeton

4 things I learned on the 'Call Me If You Get Lost' tour

4 things every artist needs to think about in 2022