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Hannes Bieger explores cosmic themes on new album, ‘Galaxies’

From ‘Apollo’ to ‘Voyager’, the tracklist of Hannes Bieger’s latest LP mirrors an interstellar expedition

Ash and Felukah release ‘On My Mind’ with music video shot in Qatar

The official music video was filmed at Our Habitas Ras Abrouq in Qatar, capturing the track’s immersive atmosphere against a striking Arabian Gulf backdrop

"DJ" among professions included in UK's skilled worker visa list

The inclusion of DJs as "middle-skilled workers" was reportedly introduced following the UK's departure from the EU in 2021

Meet Black Camel Records: The Dubai-based label set to fuse sound, fashion and identity

Guided by the motto “A TRIBE UNITED BY MUSIC”, Black Camel Records is focused on delivering house music infused with the region's unique cultural influence

Yasmine Hamdan releases ‘Hon’ reflecting on Beirut port explosion and its aftermath

“A tiny land with a gaping wound”

Wavejackers releases new single, ‘Where I Am’

‘Where I Am’ is the Turkish producer’s third solo offering this year

"A clear head on Sunday morning is a gift": Why DJs and ravers are embracing sobriety

Niamh Ingram explores the benefits sobriety can bring for people involved in dance music, including in-depth chats with Patrick Topping, Rebekah and Radio Slave

Nesa Azadikhah blends sound and solidarity for women in Iran’s prisons with new EP

Half of the proceeds from the artist’s new EP, ‘My World’, will be donated to support women prisoners in Iran

Don't give up the day job?: A generation of DJs are working 9 to 5 without compromising their music dreams

Electronic artists are combining a music career with a day job and succeeding on their own terms

ARKADYAN Voyage returns to Surf Club Dubai this Sunday

The gathering on February 2 will feature performances by Sorrentino, Grossomoddo and ARKADYAN themselves, alongside Alex Lowen

Meera unveils first single of the year via Crib Records: ‘No Title Yet’

Meera seamlessly blends depth and captivating groove elements in her latest release

Music events cancelled in Iranian city after Imam claims they are "causing droughts"

Local officials in the southwestern city of Abadan have cancelled a number of gigs after a religious leader claimed they were “sinful” and were “angering god”

Emel’s exuberant ‘Lose My Mind’ gets a vibrant Acid Arab remix

‘Lose My Mind’ was first released last year as part of the artist’s fourth album, ‘MRA’

Electronic music market projected to double in worth to $24.5 billion by 2032

According to a forecast from market research firm Wise Guy Reports, house music is worth an estimated $3.5 billion alone

Tony Kay offers sonic tribute to ancient city of ‘Fes’ with new single

‘Fes’ marks his first release of the year

Future Forward Media’s Apple Music DJ mix series continues with Markus Homm

The Germany-based artist delivers the 17th mix in the series

CEO of AI music app Suno criticised over claims most people "don't enjoy" making music

Mikey Shulman has responded to backlash, admitting that he "expressed his thoughts badly" during the interview with 20VC's Mikey Shulman

Wally Lopez: ‘I do love make the people dance and create the energy for a real party’

Wally Lopez has dropped his latest single on January 17 on Houseyounite

Armin van Buuren premieres ‘Pillars of Creation’ set on YouTube

Recorded in the breathtaking desert of Ras Al Khaimah in October, the show brings a refined blend of music and immersive experiences

Scott Forshaw: ‘The key to my career has been consistent dedication every single day’

We caught up with Scott Forshaw to explore his journey from Dubai residencies to international recognition

1001Tracklists reveals key dance music trends in annual report

The report delves into the stats behind 2024’s top DJ sets and most-played electronic tracks