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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

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…

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Hostage Situation continues debut album rollout with second single “The Device”

Denver-based dubstep and riddim trio Hostage Situation intensifies the buildup to their debut album Hostile Frequencies with the release of their second single "The Device." Following the success of lead single…

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Southside Releases "King of Trap Vol. 1" Sample Pack, Opens His Vault to New Producers

Acclaimed trap producer Southside has released "King of Trap Vol. 1," the first in a series of three sample packs that distill the aggressive energy and raw grooves that have…

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Avalon Kane dives deeper into her latest album 'Dissension' [Track-By-Track]

Avalon Kane has never shied away from darkness. The Adelaide-based electronic experimentalist has built her reputation on exploring the shadowy corners of human emotion, but with her latest album Dissension,…

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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]

Hostage Situation continues debut album rollout with second single “The Device”

Southside Releases "King of Trap Vol. 1" Sample Pack, Opens His Vault to New Producers

Avalon Kane dives deeper into her latest album 'Dissension' [Track-By-Track]

Jay Century chats working with Khalid, the magic of producing, technology and more [Interview]

Hélène in Paris blends elegance and warmth on festive single “Christmas in Paris” [Video]

Aaron Koenig invites listeners to dance and reflect with “Blow My Mind!” [Video]

Diego Barrera and Ameh Fashi deliver anthemic new single “Legendary”

Konrad Kinard turns cold war memories into a mesmerizing tale on "War Is Family" album

Ultra Music Festival's RESISTANCE unveils stacked 2026 lineup led by rare B2B Pairings

Cenyc : A rising artist building soundscapes laden with legacy and discipline

Winter Music Conference returns to Miami Music Week with new home for 2026

Simone Feroci establishes his towering presence in the world of bass guitars with hopeful track "California Forever"

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