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Pitch Music & Arts Returns in 2025 for an Eighth Year of Immersive Creativity. Mark your calendars! From 7-11 March 2025, the Grampian Plains will once again transform into a vibrant haven for music, art, and connection as Pitch Music & Arts gears up for its eighth edition. This beloved festival is set to continue its legacy of creating unforgettable experiences for electronic music lovers and art enthusiasts alike. On Thursday, 7 November, the festival ignited excitement with a teaser video across social media, asking the thought-provoking question, “How does dancing make you feel?” Today, a second video dropped, soundtracked by Joy Orbison’s tracks ‘flight fm’ and ‘better,’ hinting at a potential featured artist and confirming the much-anticipated lineup reveal for Tuesday, 19 November. A Proven Formula: Ballot Tickets & Sold-Out Events After three consecutive sell-out years, Pitch is bringing back its popular ticket ballot system for 2025, giving fans a fair shot at attending this renowned event. Registrations are now open, with details about ballot draws, ticket sales, and pricing set to be unveiled alongside the lineup announcement next week. Last year’s festival boasted an extraordinary lineup featuring standout names such as Gerd Janson, I Hate Models, Job Jobse, Spray, XCLUB, Bambonou, Chippy Nonstop, Narciss, Mac Declos, Sedef Adasï, and Hasvat Informant. This year’s selection promises to be just as exceptional, if not more. Reimagined Stages & New Experiences Await The 2025 edition of Pitch will see the return of its beloved stages with exciting transformations. Expect a bigger and more impressive Pitch One stage, the reimagined Pitch Black experience, and the iconic red orb of the Resident Advisor stage. These, alongside the Arts Programme, the Pitch Pavilion wellness area, and the festival Precinct, set the stage for an extraordinary atmosphere. Adding to the mix is the introduction of Club Serra, a new space dedicated to showcasing local talent and fostering community spirit. Carefully curated programming ensures it becomes a standout feature of this year’s event. An Immersive Tapestry of Sound and Art Pitch Music & Arts promises four days of sensory indulgence, where cutting-edge Funktion-One sound systems elevate each stage’s distinct vibe. This festival isn’t just about music – it’s an intersection of art, community, and technology, drawing like-minded enthusiasts from across the globe to experience its unique magic. Stay Connected and Get Involved Don’t miss your chance to join this cultural phenomenon. Follow Pitch Music & Arts on social media for real-time updates and register now to enter the ticket ballot. For all the details, head to their website and prepare for an unforgettable adventure. Pitch Music & Arts is a proud creation of Untitled Group, Australia’s largest independent music and events company, and the masterminds behind renowned festivals like Beyond The Valley, Wildlands, and Ability Fest. REGISTER HERE to secure your place at this transformative event!

Hannah Wants unveils the ‘Ghetto EP’ on DFTD, a return to her edgier, bass-heavy roots with two distinct tracks designed for the club. Hannah’s trajectory throughout 2023 was signposted by performances at flagship events, including Defected Croatia, Defected’s Australasian Tour, and The Warehouse Project. In 2024, her collaboration with Sam Divine and Jem Cooke, ‘Cruel Intentions,’ kicked off the year before Hannah appeared on the ambitious livestream celebrating 25 years of Defected with 25 titan DJs playing B2B in 2024. After a string of releases showcasing her more emotive side on the London house label, Hannah Wants returns to the bass house sound she helmed for over a decade, releasing ‘Ghetto EP’ on sister label DFTD. The first of two deeper, headier cuts, ‘Ghetto,’ offers relentless club energy, with deep, percussive synths that hammer away underneath expressive audio sampling. ‘Let The Beat Talk’ follows, featuring frequent Plump Records collaborator Baby Luck on cool vocals. Its hard and tough sound shakes the floor as high-frequency synths bubble overhead. Ghetto EP by Hannah Wants is out today, get your first listen below!

GRAMMY and ARIA-nominated DJ and producer FISHER, and fellow Australian singer-songwriter Kita Alexander, unite in their latest single, ‘Atmosphere’. The second FISHER ID previewed during his 2023 Coachella set with Chris Lake, ‘Atmosphere’ has already amassed over 2000 creations and millions of views on TikTok, fervently urging for its official release. Seamlessly fusing FISHER’s signature beats with Kita’s otherworldly vocals, ‘Atmosphere’ guides listeners on a euphoric journey through space before descending into a deep and dark dance drop. ‘Atmosphere’ follows an impressive list of releases from FISHER over the last 12 months including the huge tech-house hit ‘Take It Off’ with Aatig which reached #1 on Beatport in just the first few days from release. The track also follows FISHER’s rework of Bob Sinclar’s legendary ‘World, Hold On’ which immediately hit the Spotify Viral charts in the US, UK, Australia and New Zealand. The rework has today reach gold ARIA-accreditation in Australia. This came alongside his record-breaking Australian tour in November 2022. The sold out four-date tour setting a record for the most tickets sold for an Australian DJ and 75,000 tickets sold across the country in November 2022. Across the equator, FISHER launched his own festival in Malta called, TRIIP. The three-day festival had a DJ line-up curated by FISHER and took place across historic castles, pools and boats on the Mediterranean for the first weekend of summer. After which is an all-new busy time of year for FISHER, including his all-new weekly residency at Hï Ibiza that kicked off in June this year. Known for his wild sense of humour and energetic DJing style, FISHER first burst onto the electronic scene with tracks ‘Stop It’ and ‘Ya Kidding’ and has since become one of the scene’s most in-demand talents. He then dropped ‘Losing It’, his breakout track that earned him his first GRAMMY nomination. Fast-forward to 2023 and the track has now amassed well over half a billion streams – cementing its status as one of the biggest dance records of the decade in the process.

Australian dance maestro Odd Mob continues his upward trajectory with the release of his latest EP, “Club Rompas,” following the success of the peak time anthem “XTC.” Having already wowed crowds at Coachella, EDC Las Vegas, and various clubs across Australia, New Zealand, and the US, Odd Mob draws inspiration from his global dance floor experience, crafting a collection of tracks perfectly suited for both intimate rave caves and massive festival stages. The EP opens with the already acclaimed single “XTC,” a club stomper that has received support from industry heavyweights such as Dom Dolla, Sarah Story, and Chris Lake. Throughout the EP, Odd Mob’s signature bass-heavy production shines as he takes listeners on a journey to the “Underground.” A collaboration with Chicago-based bass house duo Birthdayy Partyy, the track experiments with industrial elements, featuring sirens and intense metallic synthesis leading to a powerful drop. “Guest List,” another collaboration with Chicago natives Basura Boyz, mesmerizes listeners with its hypnotic basslines, dominating the dance floor. The EP concludes with “Blisters On My Feet feat. Basura Boyz,” featuring a rolling low end and captivating vocal hooks that keep listeners locked into the groove. Odd Mob shares his inspiration for the EP, stating, “‘Club Rompas’ does exactly what it says on the label. It’s meant to hit you hard in the club and make you dance! This EP came together after my first post-COVID tour in the US, spending 24 hours in Chicago where I collaborated with Birthdayy Partyy for the first version of ‘Underground.’ That same night, I met Basura Boyz, who later sent me some fantastic one-liners that ended up in ‘Blisters On My Feet’ and ‘Guest List.'” With an exceptional year in North America, including two successful tours and a Coachella debut, Odd Mob has established himself as a versatile artist behind the decks and in the studio. His expertly crafted tracks have earned praise from top DJs worldwide, including John Summit, Skrillex, Diplo, and Oliver Heldens. “LEFT TO RIGHT,” his iconic club hit, received monumental support before its official release, while “Been Dreaming” caught the attention of BBC Radio 1’s Sarah Story. The momentum continues to build as Odd Mob’s innovative productions showcase his limitless talent. Having electrified crowds in Australia with the success of “LEFT TO RIGHT,” Odd Mob now brings his high-energy performances to headline and festival slots across Australia and New Zealand. He will also return to the US for appearances at Shambhala, Hard Summer, Sunset Music Festival, and more. As Odd Mob’s star continues to rise, he solidifies his position as a leading force in the global dance music scene, leaving audiences worldwide eagerly anticipating his next electrifying creations.

Acclaimed Australian producer Golden Features has officially released his highly anticipated sophomore album, “Sisyphus,” via Warner Music Australia / Foreign Family Collective. The album marks a significant milestone for Golden Features, being his first full-length release in five years. Following a restorative and transformative period in Berlin, Tom Stell, the creative force behind Golden Features, immersed himself in the city’s renowned techno scene, drawing inspiration from the underground clubs and energetic atmosphere. During his time in Berlin, Stell ventured into unfamiliar territory, pushing his creative boundaries and experimenting with new concepts. The album’s title, “Sisyphus,” is inspired by the Greek mythological character who was condemned to an eternal struggle against a seemingly impossible task. Drawing parallels between the mythical tale and the vibrant nightlife of Berlin, “Sisyphus” presents a collection of tracks that showcase Stell’s signature dark soundscapes and captivating dancefloor energy. The nine-track album takes listeners on a journey, capturing the highs and lows of a memorable night out. Reflecting on his artistic growth, Golden Features shared, “For this album, I wanted to push myself well beyond my comfort zone and try concepts that were unfamiliar to see what I was capable of.” With a career spanning eight years, Golden Features has established himself as one of Australia’s most sought-after electronic musicians, collaborating with notable artists such as The Presets, K Flay, Thelma Plum, Julia Stone, and more. “Sisyphus” features previously released singles, including “Flesh,” “Touch” featuring Rromarin, “Vigil,” and “Endit” featuring Rromarin, which have collectively garnered over 6 million streams. The album also introduces five new singles, including “Yield” featuring Rromarin, “Vapid” featuring Louisahhh, “Ether,” “Butch,” and “Hound.” Each track showcases Golden Features’ unique blend of dark, atmospheric tones and infectious rhythms. With its compelling sonic palette and undeniable dancefloor potency, “Sisyphus” solidifies Golden Features’ reputation as a masterful producer. The album is now available for listeners to experience the evocative musical journey crafted by this visionary artist. SISYPHUS – ALBUM TRACKLIST Vigil Touch (Feat. Rromarin) Yield (Feat. Rromarin) Vapid (Feat. Louisahhh) Ether Flesh Butch Endit (Feat. Rromarin) Hound To celebrate release of the album, Golden Features is set to embark on an Australian Headline Tour next month, kicking off in Melbourne before heading to Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney and Perth. Tickets for the tour are on sale now with the dates listed below. Australian Tour Dates August 5 – Margaret Court Arena – Melbourne – Tickets August 11 – Hindley St Music Hall – Adelaide – Tickets August 15 – Fortitude Music Hall – Brisbane – Tickets August 18 – Hordern Pavilion – Sydney – Tickets August 26 – Metro City – Perth – Tickets

EDC Las Vegas 2026 to celebrate 30th anniversary with 200+ Artist Lineup. Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Las Vegas has officially unveiled the artist lineup for its landmark 30th anniversary edition, set to take place May 15–17, 2026 at the iconic Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The milestone festival will feature more than 200 artists performing across EDC’s signature multi-stage landscape, with organisers expecting to welcome over 500,000 attendees across the three-day celebration. Marking three decades of dance music culture, this year’s festival introduces the theme “kineticJOURNEY” described by organisers as “a tribute to the vibrant path we’ve traveled together and will continue on” honouring EDC’s evolution from underground rave to global phenomenon. Main Stage Highlights EDC’s flagship kineticFIELD stage will host some of the world’s biggest electronic names, including Kaskade, John Summit, GRiZ b2b Wooli, Martin Garrix, and FISHER delivering a mix of melodic, bass and mainstage festival energy. Over at cosmicMEADOW, fans can expect a genre-spanning program featuring Underworld, San Holo, Seven Lions, San Pacho, and MPH. The stage will also host a dedicated HARD showcase, with performances from Interplanetary Criminal, MALUGI, Snow Strippers, The Prodigy, and Hannah Laing. A Multi-Genre Playground Across the wider festival grounds, EDC continues its tradition of championing every corner of electronic music culture. circuitGROUNDS will feature performances from Chris Stussy, Tiësto, Lilly Palmer, Nico Moreno, Beltran, Levity, and KETTAMA, while techno stronghold neonGARDEN welcomes artists such as Joseph Capriati, Eli Brown, Indira Paganotto, Klangkuenstler, Peggy Gou, and Prospa, with curated nights from Time Warp and Factory 93 Experience. Bass music remains a cornerstone of the festival, with Bassrush’s bassPOD hosting heavyweights including ATLiens, GHENGAR, HOL!, AHEE b2b Liquid Stranger, and INFEKT b2b Samplifire. Meanwhile, hard dance and harder techno fans will converge at wasteLAND, presented by Basscon and Unreal Germany, featuring Sub Zero Project, Holy Priest, Restricted, Lil Texas, GRAVEDGR, and Kuko b2b Johannes Schuster. House, Trance and Underground Sounds Insomniac’s stereoBLOOM stage will spotlight house and tech-house talent including Noizu, OMNOM, Wax Motif, BOLO, Luuk van Dijk, Luke Dean, and Josh Baker. Trance and melodic enthusiasts will find their home at quantumVALLEY, curated by Dreamstate and Interstellar, with performances from Gareth Emery, Paul van Dyk, Darude, Ilan Bluestone, Paul Oakenfold, Tinlicker, and Eli & Fur. Rounding out the experience, bionicJUNGLE programmed by LA collective Take It Outside, Beltools, and HARD Recs will deliver a cutting-edge underground program featuring DJ Tennis b2b Red Axes, MCR-T, Paramida, SALUTE b2b Chloé Caillet, BAUGRUPPE90, Heidi Lawden b2b Masha Mar, and HAAi b2b Luke Alessi. All tickets for EDC Las Vegas 2026 have officially sold out, reinforcing the festival’s status as one of the most in-demand events on the global dance music calendar. Fans still hoping to attend can register via the official Insomniac waitlist for three-day GA, GA+ and VIP passes. As EDC celebrates three decades of music, art and community, the 2026 edition is shaping up to be one of its most ambitious and culturally significant chapters yet.

Calvin Harris Draws Record 1.6 Million Fans at Historic São Paulo Street Performance. Calvin Harris has added another milestone to his already record-breaking career, delivering a landmark performance to an estimated 1.6 million people in São Paulo, Brazil. The Scottish superstar headlined the Bloco Skol pre-Carnival street celebration on Sunday, 8 February, transforming the city’s streets into one of the largest electronic music gatherings ever witnessed. Stretching for kilometres, the crowd formed a sea of fans that effectively turned the event into a sprawling open-air dancefloor. The sheer scale of attendance has positioned the show among the biggest electronic music events ever staged in Brazil — and widely regarded as the largest single-artist DJ performance in history. Taking to social media following the event, Harris shared his astonishment and appreciation for the Brazilian audience: “1.6 MILLION people they told me and I didn’t believe them until I saw this video… nowhere else like Brazil 💛💚🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷.” Brazil has long held a reputation for hosting some of the world’s most passionate dance music crowds, and this historic turnout further cements the country’s standing as a global powerhouse for electronic music culture. Footage from the event continues to circulate online, capturing the staggering scale of the performance and the electric atmosphere that defined the night.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Calvin Harris (@calvinharris) Article Photos Source – Will Dias / Brazil News

Italian electronic music visionary Anyma has announced an ambitious new global tour titled “ÆDEN,” set to roll out across 12 countries following the debut of his next-generation live show at Coachella this April. The melodic techno pioneer will headline the iconic festival on April 10 and 17, where audiences will witness the premiere of an entirely new audiovisual production; one described as his most advanced live concept to date. The Coachella performances will serve as the official launchpad for the wider ÆDEN World Tour. Building on Anyma’s reputation for cinematic storytelling and technological innovation, “ÆDEN” is said to fuse science fiction futurism with ancient mythological symbolism, continuing the thematic world-building that has defined his recent work. His live shows have become synonymous with immersive visuals, AI-driven design, and large-scale digital art installations that blur the line between concert and visual theatre. The announcement follows a landmark year for the artist. In 2025, Anyma delivered a rare headline performance at the Pyramids of Giza, one of the most culturally significant backdrops in live music history. He also secured a historic residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, becoming the first electronic artist to headline the state-of-the-art venue. The ÆDEN World Tour officially begins May 2 in China before moving across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Australia and the Americas. Confirmed stops include major cities such as London, Milan, Madrid, Istanbul, Mexico City, Sydney and Paris, with additional dates expected to be announced in the coming weeks. Alongside the tour, Anyma will return to Ibiza for a renewed summer residency at [UNVRS]. Running from June through September, the Tuesday residency follows a completely sold-out run on the island last year. Pre-sale tickets for the ÆDEN World Tour will be available February 18 via Anyma’s official website, with general tickets going on sale the following day. ÆDEN World Tour Dates May 2 – China June 6 – Brussels June 27–28 – London June – September – Ibiza Residency, [UNVRS] July 10 – Beirut August 8 – Gdańsk August 22 – Mexico City September 12 – Istanbul September 19 – Milan September 26 – Madrid October 17 – Sydney November 21 – Mumbai December 12 – Paris  

Group Therapy Returns to One of the World’s Most Iconic Venues. Above & Beyond have announced the return of Group Therapy to the legendary Gorge Amphitheatre in Washington State, with ABGT700 set to take place across a three-day celebration from September 11–13, 2026. First visiting The Gorge in 2017, the venue has since become one of the most cherished locations in the Group Therapy story. Nestled within the breathtaking natural landscape of the Pacific Northwest, The Gorge has grown into a spiritual home for the global Anjunafamily. Nearly a decade on, the time has come to return. “When we first visited The Gorge in 2017, we couldn’t imagine how important this space would become for our Anjunafamily. We’ve come a long way since then, and felt it was time to bring ABGT back.” ABGT700 will be presented as a multi-stage weekend experience, celebrating the music, community, and shared moments that have defined the Group Therapy radio show for over a decade. Set against one of the most scenic backdrops in live music, the weekend will unfold as follows: Friday, September 11 – Pre-party on The Gorge festival grounds Saturday, September 12 – Group Therapy 700 with Above & Beyond Sunday, September 13 – Anjunadeep Open Air at The Gorge From uplifting and progressive sounds to deep, melodic journeys, the weekend promises an immersive experience that blends music, nature, and connection on a truly global scale. Further information, including ticket details and lineup announcements, will be released soon. ABGT700 at The Gorge is more than an event; it’s a reunion, a celebration, and a reminder of what brings the global Anjunafamily together. Tickets will be available to purchase in the coming weeks, sign up here for your first access. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8Flpfo-_5c    

Renowned UK producer and DJ Sub Focus is set to bring his acclaimed live show Circular Sound to Australia in February 2026, marking one of the most anticipated drum and bass tours of the year. Known for pushing the boundaries of electronic performance, Sub Focus will deliver an immersive audiovisual experience that redefines the connection between artist and audience. Blending cutting-edge production design with Sub Focus’ genre-defining sound, Circular Sound combines live instrumentation, hypnotic visuals, and a 360° stage setup that fully immerses fans in an energy-fuelled experience. Following sold-out shows across Europe and the UK, the Australian leg promises to showcase the full power of the Circular Sound concept for the first time Down Under. With a career spanning over a decade, Sub Focus has become one of the most influential figures in electronic music, known for chart-topping hits such as “Tidal Wave,” “Desire,” and “Ready To Fly”. His live performances continue to push the envelope, merging music, light, and motion into one cohesive spectacle. Fans can expect a journey through Sub Focus’ signature anthems and new, unreleased material designed exclusively for this next evolution of his stage show. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFZ4qKteOzs Circular Sound Australian Tour Dates Melbourne – Timberyard, 13 February (DJ Set) Brisbane – Eatons Hill, 14 February (Circular Sound) Sydney – Roundhouse, 20 February (DJ Set) Perth – Ozone Reserve, 21 February (Circular Sound) Sign up for tickets online here.