Insomniac has done an incredibly commendable job rapidly pivoting to digital spaces this year, following a cancelled 2020 festival season in the wake of COVID-19. It looks as though the pandemic could even be forcing 2021 postponements as next year’s EDC Mexico may be on the hunt for new dates already. Though, as the North […]
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Relive Lolla2020 sets from Alison Wonderland, NGHTMRE, Kaskade, and more
As quarantine goes on, livestreams are becoming more and more unique, allowing DJs’ artistry to flourish through a visual medium that they feel best represents their sound. Some go all out with the visuals, while others take a more ambient approach, and some are even showing off their instrumental or vocal skills. There is perhaps […]
Carnage to headline North America’s first drive-in rave event
Carnage announced an upcoming, headlining two-show tour on May 30 and June 6. How know this allowed amid the COVID-19 era of cancelled live events? Don’t worry, it’s a contactless drive-through rave concept called “Road Rave” billed as “the first ever North American festival in corona[virus] history.” The event on May 30 will take place […]
Dexter’s Beat Laboratory Vol. 142
Dexter’s Beat Laboratory is a weekly collection of songs from DA managing editor Robyn Dexter. With a taste that can only be described as eclectic—to say nothing of a name that lends itself to punnery—DA is happy to present a selection of tracks personally curated by Dexter for your listening pleasure. Listen in playlist format here. Metrik‘s new Hospital Records […]
4B dips into sensuality with Austin Mahone-assisted, ‘Lucid’ [Stream]
In his latest Ultra Records release, 4B has recruited pop heartthrob Austin Mahone and Latin star Abraham Mateo for emotive lofi-leaning track, “Lucid.” Turning down the tempo, the three-way collaboration finds the Jersey-bred heavy-hitter in a dramatic departure from his usual trap sound and club cuts. “Lucid” follows 4B’s Chris Brown-assisted “Did You” as well […]
4B & Chris Brown – Did You
Chris Brown lends his talents to heavy-hitting producer 4B’s latest single “Did You.” Released on Ultra Records, the 26-year-old 4B and Breezy deliver a heart-pounding RnB inspired cut that is a sharp departure from the bruising sounds of 4B’s previous anthems “Bang Bang” and “Atomic Bomb.” A subdued version of his more menacing production […]
Lunar Lunes: Ferry Corsten and Gabriel & Dresden link for ‘I Am You,’ graves and High Zombie reveal ‘Ghosts’ + more
Each week, New Music Friday sweeps through with torrential force, showering streaming platforms with immeasurable amounts of new tunes. Just like Dancing Astronaut rounds up 25 of the biggest songs of the week for the Hot 25 Spotify playlist each New Music Friday, Lunar Lunes serves as a landing pad for SoundCloud users who want a whole new dose of tunes to kick […]
Lunar Lunes: Bishu remixes ATLiens and EDDIE, The Knocks flip Adam Lambert’s ‘Superpower’ + more
Each week, New Music Friday sweeps through with torrential force, showering streaming platforms with immeasurable amounts of new tunes. Just like Dancing Astronaut rounds up 25 of the biggest songs of the week for the Hot 25 Spotify playlist each New Music Friday, Lunar Lunes serves as a landing pad for SoundCloud users who want a whole new dose of tunes to kick […]
4B x PuroWuan – Atomic Bomb
4B and PuroWuan’s latest “Atomic Bomb” is probably the most appropriately named song ever. Just like the atomic bomb this one is so aggressive and over the top that it’s senseless. An absolutely obliterating wall of sound that leaves nothing in its wake. This is the second single off his upcoming ‘Explosive’ EP and if […]
4B x PuroWuan – Atomic Bomb
4B and PuroWuan’s latest “Atomic Bomb” is probably the most appropriately named song ever. Just like the atomic bomb this one is so aggressive and over the top that it’s senseless. An absolutely obliterating wall of sound that leaves nothing in its wake. This is the second single off his upcoming ‘Explosive’ EP and if […]
4B – Told You
4B is back on Ultra Records with a heavy-hitting single that serves as a battle cry for his forthcoming “Explosive” EP. A blend of hardstyle and trap, “Told You” is not for the feint of heart or the mellow-minded. This track is a sonic assault. Led by a percussion-heavy build and a driving bassline that […]
NMF Roundup: Seven Lions, Excision, and Wooli link for ‘Another Me,’ Four Tet releases new EP + more
It’s most important day of the week: New Music Friday. With the overwhelming amount of tunes hitting the airwaves today, Dancing Astronaut has you covered with the latest edition of The Hot 25. Seven Lions continues his string of star-studded collaborations by teaming up with Excision, Wooli, and Dylan Matthew for “Another Me,” and Four Tet says farewell […]
NMF Roundup: Seven Lions, Excision, and Wooli link for ‘Another Me,’ Four Tet releases new EP + more
It’s most important day of the week: New Music Friday. With the overwhelming amount of tunes hitting the airwaves today, Dancing Astronaut has you covered with the latest edition of The Hot 25. Seven Lions continues his string of star-studded collaborations by teaming up with Excision, Wooli, and Dylan Matthew for “Another Me,” and Four Tet says farewell […]
NMF Roundup: Seven Lions, Excision, and Wooli link for ‘Another Me,’ Four Tet releases new EP + more
It’s most important day of the week: New Music Friday. With the overwhelming amount of tunes hitting the airwaves today, Dancing Astronaut has you covered with the latest edition of The Hot 25. Seven Lions continues his string of star-studded collaborations by teaming up with Excision, Wooli, and Dylan Matthew for “Another Me,” and Four Tet says farewell […]
Lunar Lunes: Chet Porter remixes ODESZA, Walker & Royce spread the ‘Word,’ YehMe2 takes on the Spice Girls + more
Each week, New Music Friday sweeps through with torrential force, showering streaming platforms with immeasurable amounts of new tunes. Just like Dancing Astronaut rounds up 25 of the biggest songs of the week for the Hot 25 Spotify playlist each New Music Friday, Lunar Lunes serves as a landing pad for SoundCloud users who want a whole new dose of tunes to kick […]
10 songs to listen for during Diplo’s Belly Up Aspen extravaganza
Belly Up Aspen is none of Colorado’s premier winter music festivals, showcasing a diverse range of genres and artists of every caliber. Their calendar was stacked high in 2018 with memorable performances by Keys N Krates, Nora En Pure, Lost Kings, and Cold War Kids taking the same stage as superstars like Marshmello, The Chainsmokers, […]
Lil Skies – Red Roses (4B Remix)
New Jersey Producer 4B turns Lil Skies’ Billboard–charting hip-hop single, “Red Roses,” on its head with a heavy trap remix. The EDM remake takes the original, rap-singing vocals and keeps the underlying melody while adding stronger percussion and air. With an anticipatory build of trap horns and fast-paced synths, the drop clocks in with a machine […]

Good Morning Mix: Ekali and 4B heat up Night Owl Radio
For his 150th installation of Night Owl Radio, EDC founder Pasquale Rotella invited two of the industry’s hottest names to take over the airwaves: Ekali and 4B. Staten Island producer 4B takes over the Up All Night portion of the mix, while Ekali hops in for a guest mix in the latter half of the show. […]
Gammer releases first remix pack for ‘The Drop’ with Stonebank, Skellism, and more
There’s no doubt that Gammer‘s “THE DROP” has taken festivals by storm since its release last November. With the track’s intense nature that cascades from each drop, along with the intricate production, he created yet another heater that’s not for the faint of heart. With the success of the original, Gammer enlisted 4B x NvrLeft, Stonebank, Skellism, Slippy and Wooli for the first of […]
DJ Snake’s first signed single off his new label, ‘Whistle,’ gets a heavy trap remix by YOOKiE
YOOKiE takes 4B and TEEZ‘ single “Whistle” and creates its even bassier trap alter ego. The Jersey DJs enlisted the talents of 18 producers in their extensive remix package for the tune — the first on DJ Snake‘s new record label, Premiere Classe. It seems rising talent YOOKiE‘s remix was the standout, however, as the collaborators have chosen […]