Editorial
Daytime Raves are Everywhere Right Now
Daytime raves are becoming more common. A look at why dance music events are shifting away from the night and what it means for the experience.
Behind The Sound: Viridity
Viridity discusses her journey in drum & bass, creative process and evolving sound as a producer, DJ and vocalist.
What Are We Doing Here? Inside FāëM’s World
An in-depth feature on FāëM, the Lagos electronic music duo redefining sound, identity, and culture through their project What Are We Doing Here?
Behind The Sound: YUSSI
From early influences to global stages, YUSSI reflects on his journey, sound and the experiences shaping his rise in drum & bass.
Getting Booked Is Easy. Staying Booked Isn’t.
Why do so many DJs fail to build on their first big booking? We break down what promoters really want and what it takes to build a sustainable career as a DJ.
The Death of the Genre Label
Are genre labels dying in dance music? We look at how DJs, producers, and promoters are navigating a world where the old categories no longer apply.
When Did Raving Start to Make You Feel Self-Conscious?
When did raving start to feel self-conscious? Exploring how phones, social media, and subtle shifts in club culture have changed the dancefloor experience.
What’s Next in Dance Music, Before It’s Obvious
What’s next in dance music? A closer look at how new trends emerge in clubs before they spread, and why most people notice too late.
The First 10 Minutes: Where DJs Win or Lose the Room
The first 10 minutes of a DJ set can define the entire night. Here’s how DJs win or lose a room before the peak begins.
Behind The Sound: Vivace
We chat to Vivace about their journey from solo artists to a duo, their evolving sound, and the influences shaping their music.
Behind The Sound: Demarkus Lewis
We catch up with Demarkus Lewis to talk house music, creative drive, the dance music industry, and the mindset behind a decades-long career.
The Slow Death of the Warm-Up DJ
Why does it feel like the warm-up DJ is fading away? Exploring shorter nights, faster tempos, and the changing psychology of the dance floor
The 3AM Test: What Makes a Track Work in a Club
Why do some dance tracks come alive at 3AM while others fall flat? Exploring the 3AM test DJs use to judge whether a track can hold a packed dance floor.
Are DJs Playing Faster Because Crowds Have Shorter Attention Spans?
Why are DJs playing faster in 2026? An in-depth look at rising BPMs, attention spans, and how club culture is changing.
Who Actually Makes Money in Dance Music Now
If dance music is bigger than ever, where does the money really go? A clear look at who actually profits in today’s electronic music industry.
2026 Is the New 2016: The Nostalgia Trend Reshaping Dance Music
Why dance music in 2026 is looking back to 2016, and how nostalgia, emotion, and shared memory are reshaping clubs, festivals, and DJ culture.
What It Really Takes to Break Through as a Producer/DJ in 2026
What it takes to build momentum as a producer and DJ in 2026, from community and consistency to sustainable careers in dance music.
Behind The Sound: maybe
We speak with maybe about his journey into electronic music, the moments that shaped his sound, and working with Anjunabeats.
Why 2026 Feels Like It Will Be a Turning Point for Dance Music
Why 2026 feels like a turning point for dance music: shaped by community, sustainability, local scenes, and a new cultural reset.
Behind The Sound: Telomic
We speak with Telomic about music-making, emotional depth in Drum & Bass, working with Liquicity, and staying true to his sound.