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SOLTO builds on the success of ‘Jamaican (Bam Bam)’ with debut solo single ‘En La Mar’

“I want my music to feel like an escape—something that brings people together through rhythm, energy, and emotion,” says Antoine Duthey, the creative force behind SOLTO

Mixmag and Burn Energy take Shanti Celeste to Morocco for The Burn Energy Tour 2026

The 27 June event at Les Jardins d'Issil brings together Shanti Celeste, Malika, MARO and DJ Open winner JAK for the Morocco stop of the tour

Tresor Foundation opens club management training programme to international applicants

Participation is free of charge, with applications open until 29 June

AMAS and Frithjof-Martin Grabner rework Bach on new collaborative album, ‘SRDNG x LPZG’

The 14-track release places Baroque influences within contemporary minimal, dub techno and ambient structures

Leticia van Riel, longtime co-manager of Sama’ Abdulhadi, dies following traffic accident

Sama’ Abdulhadi: “Rest in peace and power, my love. I am going to miss you a lot. You will always live in my heart, and in the music. Thank you for everything and for always being by my side”

Sueños de Esperanza is turning a community-driven vision into a global platform

Bugra Baktir reflects on trust, legacy and why Barcelona marks a major milestone in the evolution of Sueños de Esperanza

DJs from across the region join the programme at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Azerbaijan

Berkcan Demir, Alex Pizzuti, Tina Tonic, Efekan, Sibel Kacan, Kayir, Kriss and Leonidas are among the electronic acts appearing at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Azerbaijan, held at Elektra Events Hall in Baku from 12-14 June

Nour launches Aswatna talent agency for Palestinian artists

Alongside artist representation, Aswatna is developing a discovery platform designed to connect artists with curators, festivals and venues

N/A(Z) turns sound technology and performance into tools for perception

Blending experimental electronic music with philosophical inquiry, N/A(Z) creates works that question fixed narratives and invite audiences into alternative modes of thought

Thousand Fingers releases first single of the year, ‘Arise’

Featuring vocals from Magaziine, the track balances hypnotic rhythmic patterns with evolving melodic textures

ZAINAB samples Hamid El-Shaeri classic ‘Ayonha’ on her latest single

ZAINAB’s new single ‘Her Eyes’ continues the artist’s new chapter following her transition away from ZEEMUFFIN

Lizwi and Tommy Veanud deliver spiritually rooted Afro house single, ‘UNqamlezo’

The pair's new collaboration reflects themes of faith, protection and presence, urging listeners not to lose sight of divine power, grace and love during both difficult and hopeful moments

New scientific study links DJs and electronic music to reduced stress levels

The study found guided electronic music sessions triggered an 18.5 percent HRV increase and rapid recovery rates

Claude is now integrated into Ableton Live and Splice through Anthropic’s new connectors

Claude can now assist producers with repetitive workflow and project management tasks

Disco Tunez launches its new summer season with focus on Tunisia’s disco-era heritage

Set for 16 May at Aïna Gammarth, Disco Tunez’s new summer season begins with a season-opening gathering featuring Aquanima, saHHar, Sameur Ha and Meriem S

Annicka heads to Istanbul for her debut show on 22 May

Joining the bill at Klein Phönix are NODUS, Safa Kocak and Aryou Sepassi

Worldwide electronic music economy reached $15.1 billion, according to latest IMS report

Electronic music ranks among the top genres globally, outperforming hip hop and rock in multiple key markets

Fairplay release ‘Amanzi’ following its debut in Jordan last summer

‘Amanzi’ marks the duo’s first outing of 2026

Women aged 40 to 65 see clubbing as positive force in mental health

The study found that nights out are widely associated with positive effects on mental wellbeing

NODUS: “Identity always wins in the long run”

From local roots to global resonance, NODUS explores growth, identity and the future of the dancefloor

MoBlack delivers ‘Man On The Moon’ with MX Cartier and Neyl ahead of Klein Phönix show

The new single builds momentum ahead of MoBlack’s return to Istanbul on 17 April