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#FreeBritney: Dance Music Artists Weigh In On Britney Spears Conservatorship Battle
After the latest setback in Britney Spears‘ explosive conservatorship battle, the #FreeBritney movement has mutated into a full-blown crusade. With legions of supporters that seem to be growing by the second, the movement is unafraid of locking horns with a justice system they deem to be wicked. Their fervent support of Spears has remained resolute as she remains ensnared in a 13-year legal arrangement that has given her father, Jamie Spears, complete control of her life. In a 20-minute statement provided by Spears in late June to a probate judge in Los Angeles, the pop icon harangued the conservatorship, saying she wants to sue her family after being “abused” by a therapist, among other shocking allegations. Despite her pleas for help, the court ultimately denied her req...
SPIN Daybreaker: Summer Soundtrack
Ahead of this holiday weekend, we welcome you back with open arms as we get ready to light up the night with pretty patriotic explosions. Aside from including a stellar group of artists who are on the brink, this week’s roundup captures the lively spirit of the summer heat. With colorful sound textures, soulful sonic grooves, and experiential instrumentation/production, these artists master the art of what it is to be freeform and true to their versatile identity. Genreless has become the new genre and this collection of musical wizards are here to consciously (or unconsciously) dominate the realm. This week’s highlights include Minneapolis based rhythmic songwriter, Miloe who brings out his signature sound in “Solo,” dreamy producer/multi-instrumentalist Olan, who hypnotizes and gets vuln...
Electric Zoo’s 2021 Cancún Edition Moved to November, More Headliners Announced
Last summer the organizers of Electric Zoo declared they are “going hard in 2021 with BIG shows and NEW experiences,” announcing a destination event in Cancún from April 7th to 11th, 2021. Despite ongoing efforts, the festival has now been postponed to November 11-14, 2021. EZoo Cancún offers attendees standard, premium, or luxury packages at The Grand Oasis ranging in price from $759 to $849 per person. While the price tag does not include flights, it does cover all-inclusive food and drinks, accommodations, pool parties, beach activities, morning yoga classes, and of course, access to all music events. The initial lineup included headlining performances from Kaskade, Cash Cash, NGHTMRE, and Alesso, adding Diplo to the newly scheduled dates. Phase 2 adds performances from...
Alison Wonderland, Subtronics, More to Perform at Beyond Wonderland 2021: See the Full Lineup
Insomniac has officially confirmed that Beyond Wonderland is returning to the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California on Friday, August 27th and Saturday, August 28th. It’s been a long and rocky road to the return of live events, but it seems like Headliners will finally be able to rejoice in the fact that the two-day dance music wonderland is right around the corner. This trip down the rabbit hole will be one for the books and will feature more than 80 top-tier artists. Alison Wonderland, Flosstradamus, Tiësto, Dillon Francis, Deorro, Kayzo, Subtronics, Gryffin, and many more have all been confirmed for this summer’s event. Tickets for Beyond Wonderland SoCal go on sale Thursday, May 13th at 12PM PT here. Check out the full lineup below. Insomniac ...
Red Rocks Amphitheatre to Offer COVID-19 Vaccinations During Concerts
Starting Thursday, concert-goers at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre will be able to receive COVID-19 vaccinations during select concerts. Westword reports that Denver’s cultural agency, Denver Arts & Venue, has joined forces with the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment to inoculate attendees onsite starting tomorrow, May 14th at Diplo and SIDEPIECE’s concert. Health officials at Red Rocks will administer the one-time Johnson & Johnson shot for anyone 18 and over. Fans who opt to get vaccinated will also receive an 80th anniversary Red Rocks t-shirt and a voucher for concessions. Offering 100 doses each night, the DDPHE is focusing on vaccinating younger concert-goers who may not have had access to the vaccine. Colorado’s iconic Red...
Diplo, TroyBoi, SNBRN, More to Headline Beach House 2021
Beach House is the latest star-studded destination event hosted by travel and tourism agency LVIN, an affiliate company of Expedition America. Earlier this year, the agency announced their latest unforgettable getaway experience set in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, running from May 20th to 24th. From arrival to departure, LVIN has arranged activities such as pool parties, excursions, and outings to popular nightclubs. Each night guests will be shuttled to a new venue and enjoy live DJ performances from headliners Diplo, TroyBoi, Cut Snake, Croatia Squad, SNBRN, Sam Blacky, and more. Beach House attendees can choose from a selection of six stunning hotels in Los Cabos for their stay. Packages range in price from $649 to $2,149 per person, with varying ameniti...
DJ Diesel Joins Star-Studded Wynn Las Vegas Residency Lineup With Kygo, David Guetta, More
Last week, the Wynn Las Vegas made it clear they are amping up for a massive return to form with an unmissable residency lineup featuring several of dance music’s biggest names. As if last week’s news wasn’t enough to send fans into a frenzy, the company is throwing a little more fuel on the fire—diesel fuel to be precise. That’s right, the luxury resort, home to both XS Nightclub and Encore Beach Club, has announced dance music’s resident NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal, or DJ Diesel, will be joining the action all summer long. The “Bang” producer was previously a resident DJ at the resort in 2019. DJ Diesel will be a welcome addition to the superstar lineup, which already commands tremendous star power with The Chainsmokers, David Guetta...
“Diplo & Friends” is Leaving BBC Radio 1
It’s the end of an era for Diplo‘s long-running “Diplo & Friends” show on BBC Radio 1. The iconic national radio station has announced that it will no longer broadcast the show after a decade on the air. “Diplo & Friends” had aired from 11PM to 1AM on Saturday nights. For years “Diplo & Friends” has represented a career launchpad for emerging electronic music artists. Guest mixes on the show were considered to be coveted and the artists who secured them often went on to become lynchpins in the industry. Many DJs and producers took to social media to bid adieu to the show, such as Willy Joy, who called it a “rite of passage.” “My @diplo & friends mix on BBC was one of the very first things I got to do tha...
Diplo Is Boxing in an Upcoming Triller Fight Club Event
Over the past couple of months, millions have tuned in to watch less-than-traditional boxing matches hosted by Triller. While we’ve seen quite a few notable and surprising figures enter the ring, things are about to get even stranger as Diplo has been revealed as the platform’s newest fighter. In a report by Rolling Stone, Ryan Kavanaugh, Triller’s majority owner, stated that after performing at this weekend’s Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren fight, Diplo will pubically challenge his potential opponent on stage. When speaking with RS, Peter Kahn, the Chief Boxing Officer at Triller, shared some details on the type of opponent he would be fighting and revealed that Diplo has been training for years. He wants to fight. He has a worldwide fan base. It’s massive. It spans 10...
Red Rocks Amphitheatre Announces Spring 2021 Shows With Diplo and SIDEPIECE
Red Rocks Amphitheatre is officially back in full swing. And while the venue may look a bit different in 2021 with a reduced capacity, its return has been welcomed with open arms by the electronic music community after a year devoid of shows. Red Rocks organizers have announced a flurry of shows since the news of its reopening, such as a six-night run with ZHU called DREAMROCKS. The latest dance music stars to hit the stage at the iconic open air venue are Grammy-nominated “On My Mind” producers Diplo and SIDEPIECE, who will touch down in Colorado on May 12th and 13th, 2021. Red Rocks recently received approval from the state of Colorado to reopen for its 80th anniversary summer season. Following the announcement that the amphitheatre will host concerts this summer at...
Petit Biscuit Taps Malaa, Big Gigantic, Jai Wolf for “Parachute Remixes” Album
Known for his artistic depth and imagination, 21-year-old wunderkind Petit Biscuit has done it again, this time with his visionary Parachute Remixes project. Released on April 2nd via Écurie, the 12-track album pulls from all corners of the electronic universe, culminating in a sonically diverse companion to his acclaimed 2020 sophomore album. Parachute Remixes features a textural, guitar-driven take on “Burnin” by fellow Frenchman Khamsin, Manila Killa‘s dreamy future bass rework of “Take Cover,” and an atmospherically euphoric flip of “I Leave Again” from Japanese Wallpaper. Meanwhile, Malaa goes off with edgy club energy on “Pick Your Battles” (a collaboration with Diplo) and Jerro transforms t...
Major Lazer Drop Long-Awaited “Titans” Collab With Sia and Labrinth
Major Lazor and Diplo’s long-awaited collaboration with Sia and Labrinth has finally arrived. Since confirming the 2021 release of “Titans” back in October, fans have been eagerly waiting for the mega-collaboration to drop. While Diplo and Sia have worked together and remained close collaborators and friends over the years, the two teamed up with multiplatinum singer-songwriter and producer Labrinth to form the supergroup LSD, dropping powerhouse singles throughout 2018 before their self-titled 2019 debut EP. After a year full of teasing, “Titans” has arrived on the deluxe edition of the group’s latest album, Music Is The Weapon. Released in 2020, the album features an array of fresh collaborations with Alessia Cara, French Montana, Nicki Minaj, Skip Marley...
