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This Artist Reimagines Iconic Electronic Albums as Play-Doh Creations
Nolan Wall is harnessing his artistic gift with the pencil—and with Play-Doh. Wall, an aspiring Art Director and student at Michigan State University, is taking modeling with this colorful clay to the next level. Over the last several months, he’s reimagined some of the world’s most iconic album artworks in Play-Doh form and is building a multi-genre library of works. Sharing his art on social media, Wall has shared a variety of Play-Doh-based works. Many of them recreate classic albums that served to shape electronic music as it exists today, like Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon and Radiohead’s Kid A. More recently, Wall has paid tribute to more contemporary albums, including Porter Robinson‘s Nurture and Daft Punk‘s evergreen classic, Discovery. Scr...
You Can Buy Tickets to ODESZA, Swedish House Mafia and More for Just $25—But Only for a Week
For one week in May 2022, tickets to see your favorite artists will cost less than a meal at Olive Garden. Yes, the unlimited breadsticks deal is amazing, but it pales in comparison to Live Nation’s “Concert Week” initiative. Starting Wednesday, May 4th at 10AM ET (7AM PT), the entertainment goliath is offering fans all-in tickets to more than 3,700 shows across North America—including fees—for $25 flat. Electronic dance music fans can snag tickets to see Swedish House Mafia, Kraftwerk, ODESZA, Porter Robinson, RÜFÜS DU SOL, The Chainsmokers, ILLENIUM, GRiZ and more. Considering these tickets can run you anywhere from $55 to upwards of $300, it’s a steal. Pioneering electronic music band Kraftwerk. Peter Boettcher Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles “...
Armin van Buuren, Porter Robinson, More to Perform at Electric Zoo 3.0: See the Full Lineup
Electric Zoo is plugging into the matrix for their high-tech 2022 outing. Following the success of their supernatural-themed 2021 event, organizers are shifting gears to the world of technology for the 13th iteration in the festival’s saga, Electric Zoo 3.0. Now, prospective attendees have been treated to the reveal of who will be performing—and the lineup is massive. Boasting a strong lineup, Electric Zoo 3.0 will showcase superstars, niche tastemakers, and rising talent alike. Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, Seven Lions, Afrojack, Carl Cox, Porter Robinson, and more are set for headlining performances, joined by can’t-miss sets from Subtronics, SVDDEN DEATH, Moore Kismet, DJ Diesel (a.k.a Shaquille O’Neal), Tchami, Chris Lake, Wreckno and many more. “Electric Zoo...
Porter Robinson Reveals Dates for Third Chapter In the Second Sky Music Festival Saga
This year, Porter Robinson is turning his flagship Second Sky Music Festival into a Halloween party. He announced the 2022 edition via a video featuring his lovable mascot, DJ Potaro, in an animated pumpkin patch swathed in the autumn sunset. After bursting from a pumpkin and revealing himself, Potaro gives way to the announcement that this year’s festival will be moving to Halloween weekend. Porter Robinson’s third Second Sky Music Festival is scheduled to take place on October 29th and 30th, 2022 in Oakland, California. Other than the dates of the event, no other details have currently been divulged about Second Sky 2022, including a lineup. However, fans are certainly safe to look forward to a performance—possibly multiple—from the illustrious Nurture artist. Check out ...
Relive the Magic of Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival 2022 With These Photos
Nestled away just miles outside of the small town of Okeechobee, Florida, stands a large acreage of land where music, arts, and incredible people come together once a year for the Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival. In early March, Sunshine Grove hosted the 2022 edition of the fest—and EDM.com was on the ground to capture all of the most memorable moments. The brainchild of Pasquale Rotella and his team at Insomniac, Okeechobee is a wonderland for creativity to thrive. The grounds are an oasis, a sun-kissed utopia of kinetic dance music and colorful art installations. Art installation in the Chobee Wobee village at Okeechobee 2022. brphoto.co For four days and four nights, Okeechobee featured some of the biggest named acts in the EDM sphere, such as Porter Robins...
Porter Robinson Shares Guitar Tabs for Every “Nurture” Track
In a serendipitous surprise for electronic music-loving guitar players, Porter Robinson has gifted his fans with the official guitar tabs from his sophomore album, Nurture. Robinson said the guitar tabs were originally commissioned for use in the album’s stunning visual accouterments, but he later decided that they’d be a nice treat for his musician fans. As seen in the replies to his announcement tweet, many guitar players were ecstatic to have unfiltered access to the tabs without having to uncover them on the web or manually reconstruct them. Porter Robinson performing at a “Nurture Live” concert. Carlo Cavaluzzi Robinson also recently announced a spate of high-profile shows for 2022. Next month, he will take over one of the nation’s most iconic concert ven...
Porter Robinson, Zedd, Halsey, More to Perform at Firefly Music Festival 2022
After a massive outing last year, Firefly Music Festival is looking to continue its hot streak with a supercharged 2022 lineup. Organizers have announced the official lineup for the four-day fest, scheduled for September 22-25. Featuring artists across electronic, hip-hop, emo, pop and beyond, the festival—like previous years—is markedly multi-genre and can be enjoyed by fans of almost any type of music. Headlining Firefly 2022 are Halsey, My Chemical Romance, Green Day, and Dua Lipa, followed by electronic music superstars Porter Robinson and Zedd, among others. The undercard is filled with dance music favorites like San Holo, Gryffin, John Summit, Yung Bae, Jaime xx, Lucii, Elderbrook, and many more. Pre-sale tickets go on sale Friday, February 25th at 10AM ET. You can sign up for early ...
Here’s a List of Every Electronic Music Show at Red Rocks In 2022
If music were water, Colorado would never run dry. It’s no secret that Colorado is a hub for electronic music. And its most iconic venue, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, is its biggest purveyor. Celebrated for its natural acoustics, which are made possible by two giant monoliths flanking the amphitheater, the open air venue is one of those ineffable places that consistently manufactures “you had to be there” moments. Ergo, only those who have attended an electronic dance music show at Red Rocks can attest how special it is. Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado. Ryan Loughlin Recommended Articles And the EDM community has a lot to look forward to in 2022. Red Rocks is set host a litany of remarkable concerts, which will feature Porter Robinson, Kraftwerk, Zeds Dead and man...
Porter Robinson Announces “Nurture Live” Headline Show at Red Rocks
Porter Robinson will soon descend on one of the nation’s most beloved concert venues for a massive headlining show. Today he announced a concert at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre, where he’ll host a special edition of his “Nurture Live” tour on April 1st. The iconic open air venue is celebrated for its natural acoustics, which are made possible by two giant monoliths flanking its seating area and stage. Interestingly enough, Robinson, who first performed at Red Rocks 2015, will be opening and closing the show. He’ll be kicking off the night with a performance from his side project, Air To Earth, before additional supporting sets from Qrion, Wavedash, and Machinedrum. Porter Robinson performs at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in 2015. Porter Robinson (via...
Bonnaroo Unveils Dazzling 2022 Lineup With Flume, Porter Robinson, ILLENIUM, More
After two turbulent years of canceled music festivals, the organizers of Bonnaroo have announced an eye-popping lineup for its return in 2022. The festival’s talent buyers clearly have a knack for electronic music, calling on some of the genre’s most beloved artists to perform across more than 10 stages this summer. Set to perform at the 2022 edition in Manchester, Tennessee are Porter Robinson, REZZ, Flume, ILLENIUM, CloZee, Said The Sky, Nora En Pure, Disclosure, Chris Lake, Moore Kismet and many, many more. Porter Robinson. Carlo Cavaluzzi Considering Bonnaroo’s blue-ribbon reputation for alchemizing musical generations into one event, the lineup also features an eclectic ensemble of big names, like hip-hop luminary Ludacris, jazz icon Herbie Hancock, ma...
21 Stories That Defined EDM In 2021
2021 was yet another year that tested the strength of the electronic dance music community. Event organizers and ravers had to settle into a new norm this year, adapting to mercurial COVID-19 health guidelines in the name of public safety. And even though it was marginally better than the dystopian lockdowns of 2020, it wasn’t easy. But after all was said and done, it became more clear than ever that the virus can try to take the rave out of the person, but it cannot take the person out of the rave. Even in a vexing year for the electronic music scene, it remained as captivating as ever. Here are 21 stories that defined EDM in 2021. Return of Swedish House Mafia After a nine-year hiatus and countless cryptic teases, legendary dance music trio Swedish Ho...
EDM.com’s Best of 2021: Music Producers
EDM.com proudly publishes four installments of annual year-end coverage: Industry Leaders, Performances, Music Producers, and Songs. DJing and music production are different. But the difference between the two is like a wallflower—it hides in plain sight, and it is vastly misunderstood. To publish a “Top DJ” list would be to undermine the originality, ingenuity, and dauntless imagination of the artists who dedicate their lives to music creation. To honor their fearless creativity and profound dedication to their craft, we’ve recognized 10 of the best electronic music producers of 2021. Laxcity From the feel-good future bass of his Disconnect EP to the textured synths on “melodies from heaven,” Laxcity took over 2021 with his wistfully dreamy takes on the electro...
