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Music News: Talla 2XLC and Saccoman invite to Open Your Heart out now on Technoclub Retro
Talla 2XLC had an enormous success with his rework of the Italian trance classic Distant Planet produced by Saccoman on the legendary label BXR (Mauro Picotto, Mario Piu, etc). The two very good friends Talla 2XLC and Saccoman meet up again in the studio for the full on uplifting rework of Open Your Heart released back in 1997 with huge impact in the trance clubs and charts. The original theme is so emotionally strong that is very hard for the listener to forget it. Back in the golden days of trance, Talla 2XLC had supported the track frequently in his sets on Technoclub and sounds logical to attempt to rework Open Your Heart and reintroduce its marvelous melodies to his younger trance followers. Talla is an expert DJ and producer with presence each weekend on clubs and festivals all over the world, testing in and out all his productions extensively, before releasing them to the public. He aims to be 100% sure that whatever track is released under his name will have an impact in the modern club culture. Saccoman from the legendary club Cocorico combines his love for the track with Talla and the result is absolutely incredible.Be prepared to stay speechless with amazement in the middle of the dancefloor when the teutonic beats, thunderous basslines, pounding kicks and superb melodic layers appear at the top. The breakdown is truly sensitive with piano chords, airy harps and cinematic atmosphere. When the classic synthy theme unleashed, the club will erupt in seconds, and as the build up takes the listener in its effortless climax, the result will blow up the speakers and keep the trance fans fully satisfied. As with all Talla’s reworks, once again he respects the original track and succeeds to update it in a way that uplifting trance fans will adore and even encourage them to rediscover the original versions. The timeless classic Open Your Heart is reworked in perfection by Talla 2XLC and the original artist Saccoman out now on Technoclub Retro.Stream/Download: HEREAdditional info: -
Progressive Review: Darren Tate & Sxcha - Flashing Lights out on Anjunabeats
Darren Tate announces new album ‘Metamorphosis’ with progressive single ‘Flashing Lights’, a collaboration with songwriter and vocalist Sxcha.
Darren Tate has been a pivotal artist in dance music for over twenty years. In 2022, the UK Top 10 charting producer joined forces with Above & Beyond’s Jono Grant to form JODA. Released on Anjunabeats, their self-titled debut album has since seen over 10 million combined streams.Under the aliases DT8 Project, Angelic with Judge Jules, Jurgen Vries, Orion and Citizen Caned, Darren has amassed twelve Top 40 UK singles across his accomplished career. He is also the owner of Mondo Records UK and a successful composer; in 2022, he scored the soundtrack for the IMAX feature film ‘The Last Glaciers’ with Above & Beyond.Darren got off to a flying start this year by joining forces with trance titan Solarstone and established vocalist Julie Scott on ‘A Long Way From Home’, a single that earned support from Nicole Moudaber, ANNA, Joris Voorn, Hernán Cattáneo, Carl Craig, Nora En Pure and more. He followed that up with ‘Adrift’, which saw spins from the likes of Ben Malone, Ferry Corsten, Don Diablo, Ruben De Ronde, and The Thrillseekers.‘Flashing Lights’ is the latest single from Darren Tate’s new solo album on Anjunabeats, ‘Metamorphosis’, out 17th May. Driven by a melodic groove and enchanting vocals, the track is accompanied by a slew of social media activations and videos showcasing Darren’s new live performance.The new single sees Darren collaborate with eclectic songwriter and vocalist Sxcha, who has toplined tracks across a broad spectrum of genres including house, techno, drum & bass, trap, indie and beyond.
Pre-Order Album HEREDon’t miss Darren Tate debut his new live show at our Anjunabeats Outdoors showcases in Manchester and Brighton this May. Tickets on sale now: https://anjunabeats.com/gb/eventsDarren Tate feat. Sxcha ‘Flashing Lights’ is out now on Anjunabeats.Buy/Stream: HEREDimitri Kechagias review:
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Trance Review: Alex Sonata & TheRio x Equinøx - Halcyon out on Anjunabeats
Alex Sonata & TheRio join forces with Equinøx on ‘Halcyon’, out now on Anjunabeats.
Fraser Shaw and Riccardo Derio first began producing together in 2018. Two years later, the pair officially emerged as Alex Sonata & TheRio, and in 2021, they made their Anjunabeats debut with ‘Time’, a track released as part of our Rising EP series.The Scottish-Italian duo went from strength to strength in the years that followed, releasing trance floor-fillers like 'Are We Dreaming', 'Cala Luna' and 'Breath Of The Wild'. Last year: they released ‘Mantra’, which Above & Beyond hammered at their headline performance at Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas and at legendary London institution Printworks; joined forces with Elevven on ‘Hanalei’; and collaborated with trance linchpin Giuseppe Ottaviani and electro pop vocalist Tishmal on ‘Tears Of The Kingdom’.The pair rounded off 2023 by mixing the hotly-anticipated Anjunabeats Worldwide 11 compilation, which shot to #1 on the US iTunes Dance chart. They also dropped their ‘Feels Like Home EP’, which featured all of the duo’s solo productions from 2023, including four new originals that featured on Worldwide 11.The duo earned support from trance icons like Armin van Buuren, Ferry Corsten and Paul van Dyk, as well as the likes of David Guetta, Markus Schulz, Farius, Hernan Cattaneo and more on their releases in 2023 alone.Italian DJ and producer Equinøx, aka Matteo Corradi, is a burgeoning progressive house and melodic techno artist hailing from Milan. His last single ‘Everyman’, released on MEDUZA’s coveted Aeterna Records earlier this year, saw spins from the likes of Tiësto, W&W, R3HAB, ALOK, Zonderling, Benny Benassi and beyond.Following performances at Above & Beyond’s Group Therapy Weekender at The Gorge, our Anjunabeats Outdoors show in Montreal and a sold-out Worldwide 11 launch event in Glasgow, Alex Sonata & TheRio kickstarted 2024 by embarking on their first run of international tour dates. Next up in their Worldwide 11 Tour are headline shows in San Francisco and Denver, tickets on sale now:Buy/Stream: HEREDimitri Kechagias review:
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Trance Review: Amy Wiles - For You out on Anjunabeats
Anjunabeats mainstay Amy Wiles drops her first single of the year, ‘For You’.Burgeoning producer Amy Wiles began her DJ career at 16. She amassed over 1M streams on her debut single ‘Biding Time’, which was released in June 2021 as part of the Anjunabeats Rising series, and has remixed Above & Beyond, Kyau & Albert, Farius and gardenstate.Amy’s last Anjunabeats single ‘Sweet Feeling’ was handpicked by Jaguar as her ‘Dancefloor Moment of the Week’ on BBC Radio 1 Dance, playlisted on Diplo’s Revolution on SiriusXM, supported by Danny Howard, Jeremiah Asiamah, Ben Malone, Don Diablo, Sultan + Shepard and more, and shot to #1 on the Beatport Top 100 Breaks chart.Last year, Amy also remixed Tenth Planet’s ‘Ghosts’ with Boxer and Third Party’s ‘Remember’, supported Above & Beyond at iconic London venue Printworks and racked up over 240K YouTube views on a DJ set recorded live from Dreamland, Margate.‘For You’ is Amy’s first solo production since 2021. Road tested at recent performances across North America, Australia, and her sold-out headline London show in January, the rising talent now drops one her most uplifting trance singles to date.Hot on the heels of shows at Dreamstate LA, A State of Trance Festival and Anjunabeats Miami, Amy Wiles is set to play at our Anjunabeats Outdoors showcases in Manchester and Brighton, Anjunadeep Explorations in Albania, Luminosity Festival, Creamfields and beyond. Tickets on sale now (anjunabeats.com/events)Buy/Stream: HEREDimitri Kechagias review:
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Music News: British Artist Charlie Boon Releases Highly Anticipated Track: ‘All My Life’ on Armada Music
Boon has dubbed the track a "euphoric banger"Having already garnered the admiration of dance music enthusiasts on social media with teasers of the track, British artist Charlie Boon today unveiled his latest studio output: ‘All My Life’. A nod to the artistic vision showcased in his DJ sets, Boon has set the tone of what to anticipate from him in the booth this year.Find It Here ▶ https://armada.lnk.to/AllMyLifeYAAlongside its euphoric essence, the track incorporates an interpolation of instantly recognisable hook from Avicii’s 2013 hit 'You Make Me'.Speaking about the inspiration behind the track, Boon expressed his admiration for Avicii's groundbreaking work and the profound impact it had on him as an artist: "Avicii was a true innovator whose music pushed boundaries and inspired millions of people around the world, including me as a teenager growing up above my Dad’s nightclub with tracks like ‘You Make Me’ on repeat. It’s an honour to be able to pay tribute to his legacy whilst showing listeners what my sound is all about.”The track, which showcases a side of Boon’s love for up-tempo fast paced dance music, serves as a not only a love letter to days spent growing up living above his Dad’s nightclub in Cornwall in the UK listening to electronic dance music, but a reflection of what he is playing in his DJ sets in 2024. Having already graced stages at festivals such as Glastonbury and Boardmasters in the UK, Boon is one of the most in-demand talents to emerge from the UK dance music scene in recent years.‘All My Life’ is available now via Armada Music.About Charlie BoonGrowing up above his Dad’s nightclub in St Ives, Cornwall, Charlie Boon’s path was pathed from early. Now 26 and based in Camberwell, London, 2023 was Charlie’s breakthrough year, with a number of highly regarded tracks under his belt , and his highly energetic DJ sets building a legion of fans and love from his peers.His music has been strongly supported by BBC Radio 1, with over 100+ plays, championed by BBC Introducing and the likes of Skream, TSHA, Eliza Rose, Dan Shake, Girls Don't Sync, Danny Howard and Sarah Story. Including his first Mini Mix & Peak Time Mix on Sarah & Danny’s Radio 1 shows.Gig highlights include; Feel It, Glastonbury, Boardmasters, Snowboxx, and all night long shows for XOYO’s Pleasurehood.His club night / label, Dad Bod Boogie, has sold out venues in London/Bristol/Cornwall, and holds residencies at Motion, & The Depo, featuring the likes of LF System, Ewan McVicar, Folamour, Mele and Elkka.With the last two years building the foundations, 2024 is looking like Charlie’s year with a selection of huge releases on a number of prestigious labels. Alongside an ever-increasing touring schedule including support dates on Hannah Laing’s U.K tour.Follow Charlie Boon:About Armada MusicArmada Music is the biggest independent dance music label in the world. Founded by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron (CEO) and David Lewis, the label manages an ever-growing catalog of over 40,000 tracks, built up across twenty-plus years of specialized dance music exploitation.Representing artists such as Armin van Buuren, ARTY, D.O.D, Eelke Kleijn, Jan Blomqvist, Loud Luxury, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Tensnake, THEMBA and Yulia Niko, Armada Music amasses more than one billion streams per month, airplay on leading radio outlets such as BBC Radio 1 and Sirius XM, and top positions in the world’s most notable charts. The label also takes great pride in major achievements such as Armin van Buuren’s GRAMMY nomination for ‘This Is What It Feels Like’, Loud Luxury and Brando’s ‘Body’ surpassing one billion streams on Spotify and breaking artists such as Lost Frequencies into global stardom.Across offices in Amsterdam (HQ), New York, London and Laren (NL), Armada Music offers a truly global appeal to its growing roster. The label has its own club, radio studio and multiple production studios, and hosts various live formats. Producer platform Armada University, which offers educational products and opportunities, shows the label’s sustained effort to nurture the next wave of talent.In 2023, Armada Music launched BEAT Music Fund, the world’s first dance music investment company, that acquires catalogs with the mission of honoring, representing and reinvigorating them. BEAT’s portfolio will continue to grow; in the first six months following its launch, BEAT acquired the catalogs of, among others, electronic music star ARTY, house and techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson’s KMS Records, legendary NYC-based house label King Street Sounds and chart-topping producers Chocolate Puma.Additional info: -
Music News: Tomorrowland proudly introduces ‘RISE’, spotlighting under-the-radar and emerging artists
The 6-track ‘RISE VA’ (Vol. 1) includes new music by Vidojean x Oliver Loenn, Layla Benitez and MotherEarth, Tigerblind, KILL SCRIPT, Olympe and Spada
Tomorrowland is proudly introducing ‘RISE’, a collective of musically potent tracks, spotlighting under-the-radar, fresh, and emerging artists to the world. The 6-track ‘RISE VA’ (Vol. 1), including new music by Vidojean x Oliver Loenn, Layla Benitez and MotherEarth, Tigerblind, KILL SCRIPT, Olympe and Spada, is the very first RISE compilation to see the light of day, released on Tomorrowland Music!
‘RISE VA’ (Vol. 1) is out now via all platforms.
Explore RISE’s curated selection and be the first to discover the charting artists of tomorrow that deserve people’s attention across the world. Offering high-quality music and catering to all genres in electronic music with an eclectic range of artists, there is truly something in there for everyone. Stay tuned for more RISE compilations throughout the year.
Tomorrowland Music – RISE VA (Vol. 1)Vidojean x Oliver Loenn – AlameyoLayla Benitez, MotherEarth – UsionTigerblind – RaidedKILL SCRIPT – Gravity (feat. Linney)Olympe – I Don’t Wanna TalkSpada – ResetOne World Radio host Adam K will highlight the 6 tracks from RISE VA (Vol. 1) in his Friday afternoon show on Tomorrowland’s official radio station, giving the artists and their songs some special attention on release day. The week after, all tracks will be heard on air with the different radio hosts talking about them when they pop up during their shows.
Vidojean x Oliver Loenn
As one of Tomorrowland’s Future Four up-and-coming rising stars to watch, Vidojean and Oliver Loenn have been making waves with their captivating and uplifting afro & sexy house beats, including numerous and widely supported bootlegs.
Notable support by Keinemusik, Rampa, &ME, Chris Lake, MEDUZA, Alex Wann, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Benny Benassi, Nitefreak and Peace Control.
Layla Benitez
Layla Benitez — daughter to John Benitez aka Jellybean, who’s produced and remixed artists such as Madonna, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, and the Pointer Sisters — may have been in DJ booths since she was barely old enough to walk, but her DJ'ing and production reveal an artist who continues to evolve and grow with every gig and every experience. Her August 2021 Boiler Room set showcases an 80s synth-influenced sound she describes as ‘indie dance meets dark disco’, a flickering neon bridge between her New York roots and Miami home.
Meanwhile, her long hours spent in the studio reveal a producer working within a melodic techno sound and a laid-back, heavy, soulful groove that, somehow, fits within the same sonic aesthetic. It’s not an accident. Layla has honed her understanding of both DJing and production weekly on the very front line, touring the world and as a resident at Space Miami.
In the last few years, her career has been on a constant upward trajectory. Named 2022 Future Star by DJ Mag Layla has played to huge crowds at events such as Coachella EXIT, Afterlife, Circoloco EDC, The Warehouse Project, Tomorrowland, Mayan Warrior and in iconic venues such as DC-10, Red Rocks, Warung, etc.
Notable support by Diplo, CamelPhat, Pete Tong, Danny Howard, Damian Lazarus, Adam Port, Fideles and Liva K.
MotherEarth
MotherEarth — Jules Brand — takes you on a journey that bridges the gap between your individual existence and the vast infinity of everything surrounding and connecting us. The power of MotherEarth stems from a deeply rooted belief that music is an expression of total freedom. A source of raw energy in its purest form. Motherearth gives his audience a place they can call their own, liberating and satisfying. The last few months of 2023 and into 2024 will see MotherEarth release and collaborate with great new labels launched by established artists.Developed over the last 12 months and drawing from ten years of producing experience, MotherEarth has over a dozen melodic techno tracks ready for release.
Notable support by CamelPhat, Korolova, Kevin de Vries, Joris Voorn, Agents Of Time and Rebūke.
MotherEarth: “I’m really excited to release my new collab ‘Usion’ together with Layla Benitez on Tomorrowland Music. ‘Usion’ is an auditory journey through the realms of illusion. With a powerful melodic drop that ignites the senses. The break melody sounds a bit like a classical piano piece, tying everything together nicely. I hope it resonates with you!”
Tigerblind
TigerBlind have already drummed up support from the likes of CamelPhat, Solomun, Dom Dolla and Swedish House Mafia to name a few. The duo hailing from Liverpool have had relative success with their edit of Grum's ‘Shout’ that led to an official release of the tune on Anjunabeats as well as recently remixing ‘Compute’ for Camelphat & Ali Love. With support from Radio 1 from Danny Howard, Pete Tong & Sarah Story the future looks bright for the up and coming duo with a lot more to come…
Notable support by Swedish House Mafia, Solomun, Dom Dolla, MEDUZA, CamelPhat, Above & Beyond, Solardo, Sonny Fodera, Goom Gum, Danny Howard, Pete Tong, Tiësto, Vintage Culture, Jaguar and Cristoph.
Tigerblind: "We just like to get in the studio and see what works. If it feels natural and right then we will pursue the idea and finish it off. With 'Raided' we wanted to tip our hats to the nostalgic rave sound and I think we’ve achieved it with this record. We wanted to create something with a nostalgic feel and high energy that will sound great in any environment whether that be a club or maybe a festival setting."
KILL SCRIPT
Immersed in the pulsating intersection of cinematic visuals and melodic techno, KILL SCRIPT’s sonic narratives resonate deeply with fans worldwide. Each KILL SCRIPT performance unfolds as an immersive journey, captivating audiences with expansive soundscapes and genre pushing productions. Establishing a wide-reaching fanbase, with gripping performances at EDC Las Vegas, EDC Orlando, Electric Zoo, and Seismic Dance Event to sold-out headline shows at the iconic Halcyon San Francisco, the intimate confines of Soundcheck DC, and an abandoned boiler room in Atlanta, KILL SCRIPT consistently challenges the boundaries of the underground.
At the core of KILL SCRIPT's artistry lies a fusion of sci-fi cinematography and techno prowess, earning accolades from Armada Music and swift acclaim within house and techno circles. Evolving his sound for the coming years, KILL SCRIPT enters 2024 with an extensive arsenal of unreleased melodic treasures. Poised for an unprecedented ascent, KILL SCRIPT is ready to mark this year as his most monumental yet. KILL SCRIPT will also be officially remixing Anyma’s latest ‘Pictures Of You’ single, dropping later this Spring.
Notable support by Anyma, Tale Of Us, Cassian and Kevin de Vries.
KILLSCRIPT: "'Gravity' is my follow-up to my first track with Linney, 'Line In the Sand'. After so much love from the fans on that track, we knew we had to go back into the studio and work on something totally new. I made 'Gravity' and instantly knew that Linney had to be a part of the record. Her voice is so angelic and mixing that vibe with the harsher synths within the melodic techno sound created a very special space. We are so excited to hear what everyone thinks!"
Olympe
Italian DJ and producer Olympe, has swiftly risen to prominence with her captivating sets that effortlessly transport listeners to ethereal realms of perception. Drawing inspiration from a blend of Deep Tech, Indie dance, and Melodic Techno. Born in Parma, she began her musical journey at a young age, studying classical piano while exploring a diverse range of genres. A serendipitous encounter with electronic music charmed her during her teenage years, compelling her to delve deeper into this music's expressiveness and experimental nature - an ongoing journey that continues to shape her artistic vision.
In 2018, Olympe made her debut as a DJ, rapidly securing residencies at two prominent clubs in Milan. As 2021 unfolded, her prodigious talents transcended borders, hypnotizing audiences worldwide in many clubs and festivals, including awe-inspiring performances at Tomorrowland, Awakenings, Afterlife, Zamna, and DGTL. Fuelled by an unwavering determination to leave a mark on the electronic music scene, Olympe embarked on developing her musical vision in 2020. She focuses on conveying profound emotions through the artful integration of deep synths and mesmerizing beats.
Olympe burst into the scene in early 2022 with her debut track, "In the Darkness," on the esteemed Afterlife label. Her sizzling and evocative sound immediately captivated listeners, showcasing her exceptional talent and establishing her as a rising star. A few months later, Olympe further solidified her position as a force to be reckoned with by delivering another prestigious release on Just This label. Her latest release appears on Afterlife's new various artist EP ‘Realm of Consciousness VI’ (2023), further cementing her status as one of the most exciting new voices in Techno.
Notable support by Tale Of Us, Afterlife, Drumcode, Tomorrowland, Zamna, DGTL and Awakenings.
Spada
Italian born, Prague-based DJ & Producer Spada has played in over 50 countries around the world. With Releases on Diynamic, Anjunabeats, Tomorrowland and Stil Vor Talent, Spada has achieved over 150 million streaming plays on Spotify and has racked up a consistent 850k monthly listeners. He earned a spot in the Top 100 Artists charts of Beatport for the Melodic House & Techno category and has been featured on BBC Radio 1, NRJ France, KISS FM UK, Sirius Xm as well as other media platforms.
Currently, Spada is featured in “Best Electronic Sounds of 2023” on Spotify. Through his staggering sounds, Spada has been supported by powerful international artists and signed official remixes for Above & Beyond, Zhu, Robin Schulz, Benny Benassi, and other notable names.
In 2022, Spada released ‘Be Strong’ featuring Korolova through Armada Music which quickly became his most streamed song and was featured on various Spotify editorial playlists. 2023 was a strong year for Spada, having played in over 50 shows around the world. Yet, the incoming year is set to take his career into the next level and introduce new opportunities for him. With a pipeline of prominent releases, he is ready to play his music and connect with people across the globe!
Notable support by Solomun, Tiësto, Armin Van Buuren, Miss Monique, Boris Brejcha, Nora En Pure, Vintage Culture and Korolova.
Spada: "'Reset' is the perfect track for every mix, I imagined to do a track like this as a passpartout switching the genre or the mood of a set, from one to the other and at the same time catching the crowd instantly with an energetic riff."
About Tomorrowland Music
Tomorrowland Music is Tomorrowland’s official in-house record label and dedicated music division, founded in August 2021 and working in partnerships with Virgin Music/Universal Music Group. Tomorrowland Music provides a home for artists from all different levels in electronic music and works closely together with artists to help create strong stories around their releases and perform them at different festivals, supporting them in all their recording and release activities and aiming to introduce music fans in every corner of the world to the most exciting projects in electronic music. Releases thus include a broad range of electronic dance music artists and genres, including singles from renowned artists like Martin Garrix, Afrojack, James Hype, Vintage Culture, Solardo, R3HAB, Meduza, Timmy Trumpet, Topic, and many others.
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Trance Review: Solarstone & Evan Henzi - Revelation out 26th of April on Black Hole Recordings
On a late February Rotterdam night, midway through his standout ASOT 2024 performance, Solarstone took the wraps off his new single … and it proved to be every bit the ‘Revelation’.
Having started the year with his Stine Grove-vocalled ‘The One’, the Pure Trance titan’s swapped the chromosomes for an equally debut-some vocal number with Evan Henzi. Evan’s will be a fresh name to some, but (through his work with Gareth Emery, Ashley Wallbridge and others), already embedded for others. For Solar watchers however, it’ll be his teaming with Kristina Sky and Danny Stubbs on Pure Trance Recordings’ ‘Rollercoaster’ that’ll bring the quickest finger-snap of recognition.With an artistic synergy that’s impossible to miss, together the pair have conjured something comparably irresistible. Solarstone’s string-strung overture (major ‘4ever’ vibes!) gives way to a bassy, floor-forceful-drive. Further in, Vangelis-like feels affect a mellow drama to its midsection, before his beautifully cultivated, post-break elevation lifts the track again.West-coast-wistful, Evan’s tones permeate every pore of Revelation, while the song’s theme likewise journeys far and wide. Through it his mind “roams further from home”, down some (doubtlessly emotional) “rocky roads”, all the while contemplating whether to actually stay or go.Dimitri Kechagias review:
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Music Industry News: BEAT Music Fund Acquires Amsterdam Music Publisher, Cloud 9 Music; Armada Music Forms Armada Music Group as Parent Company
The acquisition further strengthens Armada Music Group’s publishing division, underscoring the company’s mission to creatively fuel the dance industry under one roofBEAT Music Fund, the first-ever dance investment fund from Armada Music, has announced the acquisition of Amsterdam-based music publisher, Cloud 9 Music, bolstering Armada’s existing publishing division. As part of the acquisition, the teams of Armada Music’s existing publishing company, Armada Publishing B.V., and Cloud 9 Music will merge to form Armada Music Publishing. This strategic move underscores Armada’s mission to position itself as the best partner in the in-demand global electronic dance industry, projected to reach $20.9 billion by 2033.As part of the acquisition, Cloud 9 Music’s copyright assets and songwriters will be serviced and administered by Armada Music Publishing. Employees from Cloud 9 Music will join the team, effectively tripling its headcount. Armada Music Publishing will include a full-service and experienced publishing back-office team operating under its newly formed parent company, Armada Music Group. The Group was established to seamlessly offer label, publishing, and catalog acquisition services under one roof with a mission to bolster creativity for current and prospective representation. By merging the label’s artist-centric approach to creativity with the burgeoning opportunities for artists in the publishing world, this acquisition synergistically enables Armada Music Group to broaden its endeavors and provide comprehensive guidance to artists within a unified framework. Maykel Piron will oversee Armada Music Publishing and its entities; Chief Financial Officer, Margôt Hölscher, General Manager, Michel Peek, and Head of Publishing Administration, Ronald Visser encompass Armada Music Publishing leadership team.“This acquisition is significant to us and will boost our ability to empower today’s dance artists and expand their opportunities to monetize their work in the current landscape,” said Piron, CEO and co-founder of Armada Music Group. “Now more than ever, today’s artists need a trusted partner. Providing label, publishing services and opportunities within catalog investment all under one roof directly fuels our ongoing mission to advocate for dance artists, contribute to their success, and uphold the value of creativity.”
The Group’s publishing power move allows Armada Music Publishing to now represent a roster of world-renowned songwriters, producers and emerging talent, including Armin van Buuren, Brennan Heart, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, D.O.D, Dubvision, Kevin Saunderson, Nervo, Reinier Zonneveld, Sander van Doorn, Vini Vici, W&W, Yulia Niko, Priska, KDYN and more. The publishing catalog also includes global dance hits such as Armin van Buuren’s Grammy Award-nominated ‘This Is What It Feels Like’, ‘Reality’ by Lost Frequencies and Da Beatfreakz’ co-written share in ‘Prada’ which was originally performed by Cassö, D-Block Europe, and Raye.BEAT Music Fund launched in April 2023 as an artist-friendly vehicle to unlock value from recordings and copyrights within the thriving dance arena. Its success has fueled the acquisitions of Cloud 9, iconic NY-based dance label King Street Sounds, Dutch dance duo Chocolate Puma, and UK-based labels Sola Records and VIVa MUSiC, among others. With BEAT planning to increase its investment to at least $500 million in the coming years, Armada Music and Armada Music Publishing will work in tandem to uphold the legacy of dance artists and protect their work's creative and commercial value.About Armada Music GroupArmada Music Group is the parent company of the world’s biggest independent dance music label, Armada Music, the first-ever dance investment fund, BEAT Music Fund, and its dedicated publishing division, Armada Music Publishing. Armada Music was founded in 2003 by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron and David Lewis (AR-MA-DA). A seven-time winner of the EDMA’s for ‘Best Global Label’, Armada Music boasts the globe’s biggest dance music catalog of over 40,000 tracks and a mouth-watering artist roster. Promoting dance music all over the world from its offices in Amsterdam (HQ), New York and London, Armada Music represents and cultivates the creative exploits of some of the biggest players in the electronic music game, including Armin van Buuren, Lilly Palmer, ARTY, Audien, Miss Monique, D.O.D, Ferry Corsten, Yulia Niko, Jan Blomqvist, Loud Luxury, and Tensnake. Through this star-studded dance music army, Armada Music collects over one billion streams per month, secures weekly airplay on the biggest nationwide broadcasting stations (such as BBC Radio 1 and Sirius XM), and frequents the top spots of the U.S. Mediabase Dance Airplay charts. Continually bringing out the best in its artists has led to various high-magnitude achievements, including Armin van Buuren’s Grammy nomination for ‘This Is What It Feels Like’, Lost Frequencies’ Diamond Award for exceeding the mark of one billion streams on Spotify and the huge success of Loud Luxury and Brando in the U.S. and beyond.About Armada MusicArmada Music is the biggest independent dance music label in the world. Founded by Armin van Buuren, Maykel Piron (CEO) and David Lewis, the label manages an ever-growing catalog of over 40,000 tracks, built up across twenty-plus years of specialized dance music exploitation.Representing artists such as Armin van Buuren, ARTY, D.O.D, Eelke Kleijn, Jan Blomqvist, Loud Luxury, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Tensnake, THEMBA and Yulia Niko, Armada Music amasses more than one billion streams per month, airplay on leading radio outlets such as BBC Radio 1 and Sirius XM, and top positions in the world’s most notable charts. The label also takes great pride in major achievements such as Armin van Buuren’s GRAMMY nomination for ‘This Is What It Feels Like’, Loud Luxury and Brando’s ‘Body’ surpassing one billion streams on Spotify and breaking artists such as Lost Frequencies into global stardom.Across offices in Amsterdam (HQ), New York, London and Laren (NL), Armada Music offers a truly global appeal to its growing roster. The label has its own club, radio studio and multiple production studios, and hosts various live formats. Producer platform Armada University, which offers educational products and opportunities, shows the label’s sustained effort to nurture the next wave of talent.In 2023, Armada Music launched BEAT Music Fund, the world’s first dance music investment company, that acquires catalogs with the mission of honoring, representing and reinvigorating them. BEAT’s portfolio will continue to grow; in the first six months following its launch, BEAT acquired the catalogs of, among others, electronic music star ARTY, house and techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson’s KMS Records, legendary NYC-based house label King Street Sounds and chart-topping producers Chocolate Puma.
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ADE 2024: Amsterdam Dance Event announces first headline speakers Timbaland and Martin Garrix, Grace Ladoja, Laurent Garnier and more
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) reveals the first lineup of ADE Pro speakers and confirmed events. Highlights include Timbaland and Martin Garrix, fabric celebrating its 25th anniversary with Laurent Garnier, and HOMECOMING founder Grace Ladoja, alongside industry heavyweights at Armada Music, WME, CAA, UTA, Awakenings, Intercell, DGTL, and many more.
Featured speakers & keynotesNone other than superstar hit makers Timbaland and Martin Garrix are set to share the stage at ADE Pro for a creative conversation not to be missed. In addition, ADE’s cross cultural partnership with Nigerian music & art platform HOMECOMING introduces the event’s founder Grace Ladoja to shed light on the Nigerian cultural scene and opportunities for African artists. HOMECOMING will also lead on African-facing curation, programming & initiatives across ADE 2024. One of London’s most famous and influential clubs, fabric, celebrates 25 years at ADE Pro this year with frequent collaborator Laurent Garnier. Fabric and Garnier have teamed up on the curation of their fabric mixes showcasing the club’s long musical legacy.
Meet and connect with the industry experts at ADE ProWith the introduction of ADE’s new tailor made matchmaking experience, professionals can expect an innovative series of sessions designed to enrich their business at ADE Pro. The initial lineup of these sessions enable ADE Pro members to get up close and connect with the agents of WME, UTA, CAA, Primary and Wasserman, alongside the event organisers & promoters behind some of ADE’s most loved festival events including Awakenings, Intercell, Loveland, Insomniac Europe / AMF, DGTL, Shelter, BonBon, AVA, E&A Events, Thuishaven, Zeezout / Making Waves, and more. ADE also presents the opportunity to connect with the experts at top record labels Armada Music, Helix Records, Spinnin’ Records, b:electronic and Get Physical, and organisations BumaStemra and Sena.
First confirmations for ADE Festival 2024In addition, the first promoters and organisers have confirmed their participation on the road to ADE Festival 2024. Tomorrowland celebrates its 20th anniversary with Our Story and a secret lineup at Ziggo Dome, and AMF returns to the ArenA on ADE Saturday. Awakenings, DGTL, Intercell, Loveland, Shelter, Thuishaven and Zeezout are set to host ADE events this year, with more announcements following soon.Attend ADE Pro 2024The ADE Pro Pass grants access to the full conference program, alongside networking events, the ADE Festival program and more. Tickets are now available at the current Early Bird rate through ADE’s website.The Amsterdam Dance Event Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to nurturing electronic music, its culture and its industry worldwide. The organisation devotes itself to stimulating development, innovation and talent, gathering the global industry and laying a foundation for future generations.ADE Pro ConferenceADE Pro is the ultimate annual business gathering for the global electronic music industry. The four-day conference for music industry professionals runs from Wednesday through Saturday and features dedicated programming covering subjects from marketing, publishing and bookings to sustainability, social change and mental health. The additional networking opportunities with fellow ADE delegates and industry leaders provide an ideal and global basis for deal making and career advancement.About ADEThe Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE), an initiative of Buma, has grown into the world’s largest and most influential club-based festival and conference for electronic music. The event continues to grow and develop each year, with last year’s edition featuring over 3,000 artists and 600 speakers in almost 200 venues. The five-day event attracts visitors from over 150 countries and features every conceivable aspect of electronic music culture, with dedicated conference programming, an extensive arts & culture program, live music and DJ/artist performances, all spread across the city of Amsterdam. More information about ADE can be found here.ADE – Electronic Music Gathers HereThe Amsterdam Dance Event is organised by The Amsterdam Dance Event Foundation.Founding partner: Buma -
Festival News: Discover the line-up for Tomorrowland Brasil 2024
Dance to the sounds of Adriatique, AFROJACK, Alesso, Alok, Amber Broos, Andromedik, ANNA, Antdot b2b Maz, Armin van Buuren, Axwell, Charlotte de Witte, Dimitri Vegas, Hardwell, Lost Frequencies, MANDY, Mochakk, Öwnboss, Reinier Zonneveld, Steve Aoki, Tchami & Malaa (No Redemption), Timmy Trumpet, Vintage Culture and many more
It’s about time to prepare for a magical new chapter in the history of Tomorrowland… Tomorrowland Brasil now releases the line-up of artists that will perform in the beautiful festival area of Parque Maeda in Itu, including ACRAZE, Adriatique, AFROJACK, Agents of Time, Alesso, Alex Wann, Alignment, Alok, Amber Broos, Âme (live), Andromedik, Anfisa Letyago, ANNA, Antdot b2b Maz, Arielle Free, Armin van Buuren, Axwell, Bassjackers, B Jones, Blastoyz, Bonobo (DJ set), Boris Brejcha, Brina Knauss, Cat Dealers, Chapter & Verse, Charlotte de Witte, Cristoph, Da Tweekaz, Diego Miranda, Dimitri Vegas, Dino Lenny, D-Nox, Don Diablo, DYEN, Ellen Allien, Freedom Fighters, Gabry Ponte, Giorgia Angiuli, Hardwell, Jan Blomqvist, Junkie Kid, Kevin de Vries, Koven, Krewella, Liquid Soul, Lost Frequencies, MANDY, Mathame, Mees Salome, Mochakk, Moritz Hofbauer, MORTEN, Murdock, Neelix, NERVO, Netsky, Nico Moreno, NOVAH, Öwnboss, Pretty Pink, Reinier Zonneveld, Rose Ringed, Samm, Steve Aoki, Sub Zero Project, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Tchami & Malaa (No Redemption), Timmy Trumpet, VIDO, Vini Vici, Vintage Culture and Zerb. Taking place on October 11-13, 2024, Tomorrowland Brasil will revolve around the mythical ‘Adscendo’ theme. People can now pre-register for the ticket sales on brasil.tomorrowland.com, the Worldwide Ticket Sale starts on May 2 at 15:00 CEST | 10:00 BRT.Tomorrowland Brasil 2024 will cater to all genres in electronic music with an impressively eclectic range of styles, including progressive, trance, psytrance, melodic house & techno, Latin house, hard techno, drum ‘n’ bass, and much more. Welcoming more than 100 of the world’s finest electronic artists across 6 fabulous stages, the lush and green scenery of Parque Maeda in Itu, São Paulo, will be turned into a magical destination high on the horizon. More than 180.000 People of Tomorrow from all across the planet will unite and celebrate together during three spectacular days in October, creating memories of a lifetime.
Tomorrowland Brasil 2024 will again gather some of Brazil’s best electronic artists, including Alok, Ananda, ANNA, Antdot b2b Maz, BADSISTA, Beltran, Brisotti b2b Viot, Carola, Cat Dealers, Cesrv, Classmatic, Curol, Deadline, DJ Marky, Dubdogz, Due, Ekanta & Swarup, Fatsync, Fernanda Pistelli, Gabe, Giu, Gop Tun DJs, Illusionize, Jessica Brankka, JP Castro, Liu, Malifoo, Mary Mesk, Meca, Mila Journée, Mochakk, Öwnboss, Pricila Diaz, Riascode, Soldera, Vegas, Vintage Culture, Wrecked Machines, Zerb, and many more.Last year, Tomorrowland celebrated its grand return to Brazil with people from around the world reflecting their love. This year’s Brazilian edition will introduce people into the world of ‘Adscendo’. The breathtaking stage was first unveiled at Tomorrowland Belgium in 2023 and will now find a new home in Brazil, taking the People of Tomorrow along to embark on a secret journey toward a peculiar destination and witness the rise of a magnificent tale at the festival grounds of Parque Maeda.Use your Tomorrowland Account or create one to pre-register on brasil.tomorrowland.com to be able to buy tickets for the Tomorrowland Brasil 2024 ticket sales. People can discover all ticket options, info, and prices on brasil.tomorrowland.com.Global Journey & First 20 Ticket Sale: starts on April 22 at 15:00 CEST | 10:00 BRTWorldwide Ticket Sale: starts on May 2 at 15:00 CEST | 10:00 BRTTomorrowland Brasil 2024October 11-13, 2024Parque Maeda, ItuPre-registrations & ticket info via brasil.tomorrowland.com
About TomorrowlandTomorrowland is one of the largest and most iconic music festivals in the world held in recreation area De Schorre in Boom, Belgium, organized and owned by the original founders, the brothers Beers. Tomorrowland was first held in 2005 and has since become one of the world’s most notable global music festivals, where music and magic converge to create an unparalleled experience. It takes place every year in summer and stretches over 2 weekends, welcoming 400,000 People of Tomorrow from over 200 countries, and selling out in minutes year after year. Tomorrowland caters to all genres in electronic dance music with hundreds of renowned artists performing across more than 16 different stages. More than a festival, Tomorrowland is a celebration of diversity and unity. Being a home to hundreds of thousands of people from all walks of life, one of the most unique things about Tomorrowland remains the whole world coming together in one magical place with everyone being equal and uniting as one – symbolizing the values of freedom, respect, diversity, and solidarity.Celebrating 20 years of Tomorrowland, Tomorrowland Belgium 2024 will take place across two weekends from July 19-21 and July 26-28. Set to open up a new world in the beautiful scenery of De Schorre in Boom in the summer of 2024, the festival’s new theme ‘LIFE’ is the prequel of the 2016 ‘Elixir of Life’ theme.Over the past 20 years, Tomorrowland has become a true worldwide phenomenon that connects people from every corner of the world through the universal language of electronic dance music. Renowned for its compelling storytelling, Tomorrowland has evolved into a global entertainment brand and media powerhouse with new festivals & events like Tomorrowland Brasil in Itu, São Paulo, Tomorrowland Winter in Alpe d'Huez in France, CORE Festival in Brussels, CORE Tulum in Mexico and CORE Medellín in Colombia, the radio station One World Radio, the record labels Tomorrowland Music and CORE Records, the Tomorrowland Academy (DJ & producer school), the music management & booking agency One World Artists, the Tomorrowland Foundation with Music & Arts Schools in Nepal and India, the apparel & accessories label Tomorrowland Store, Tomorrowland Leisure (the Tomorrowland themed aqua experience LIFE, the INVENIO custom bikes and matching cycling apparel in collaboration with Ridley), the Tomorrowland Home Collection (the Tomorrowland scented candles and fragrance diffusers in collaboration with Baobab Collection), the year-round MESA - The Tomorrowland Restaurant and Tomorrowland DJ & Experience Store in Antwerp, the Tomorrowland Kitchen at Gare Maritime in Brussels, the sustainability platform Love Tomorrow, Tomorrowland Fiction, the Terra Solis Desert Destination in Dubai, the spectacular immersive experience The Great Library of Tomorrow in Barcelona, a yearly residence at Ushuaïa Ibiza, the annual Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike shows in Sportpaleis Antwerp, the iconic Tomorrowland aftermovies, trailers and several exclusive documentaries, several groundbreaking digital festivals, the sparkling wine Solo Vida by Tomorrowland, the Acta Non Verba wines by Tomorrowland, Europe’s most spectacular rollercoaster The Ride to Happiness by Tomorrowland at Plopsaland De Panne, the specially painted aircraft Amare in collaboration with Brussels Airlines, the Tomorrowland hot air balloon Zephyr, Tomorrowland art projects (The Stairway To Unity, One World Bridge, Magical Troll Forest), the Tomorrowland Hymn by Hans Zimmer, Tomorrowland NFTs and much more.ABOUT TOMORROWLAND BRASILAfter making a grand return in 2023, Tomorrowland will again travel to Brazil for a new edition of Tomorrowland Brasil on October 11-13, 2024. Tomorrowland Brasil 2024 will revolve around the mythical ‘Adscendo’ theme, turning Parque Maeda into a magical destination high on the horizon. The beautiful festival area of Parque Maeda in Itu, a municipality of São Paulo, will be the home of a magical three-day global gathering, uniting People of Tomorrow from all corners of the world with a collection of the planet’s finest electronic artists.Relive the most magical moments of Tomorrowland Brasil 2023 with The Official Tomorrowland Brasil 2023 Aftermovie on YouTube.Tomorrowland BrasilOctober 11-13, 2024Parque Maeda, Itu
