Qrion and Sasha have joined forces for a mesmerizing deep house track, “Dry & High,” out now by way of Last Night On Earth. “Dry & High” immediately jumps into action with a smooth four-on-the-floor groove. It’s not long before wispy vocal samples and sharp percussive elements quickly come into focus, illuminating the higher frequencies. Qrion and Sasha have certainly left no room for second guesses. Qrion and Sasha released two versions of the track: the full, eight-minute-plus version and a three-and-a-half minute edit. You can listen to both below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Earlier this year, we caught up with Qrion, who was named to EDM.com‘s Class of 2022 earlier this year, to discuss her nostalgi...
This July, fans of Daft Punk and Tron have the opportunity to return to the grid. In celebration of the beloved film franchise’s 40th anniversary, Disney and the House of Blues San Diego are set to host a one-of-a-kind dance party, “D23 Derezzed – A TRON 40th Dance Party.” The original 1982 cyberspace thriller was of course followed up by 2010’s Tron: Legacy, which features one of the modern era’s most acclaimed film soundtracks thanks to the legendary robots. The album, which remains Daft Punk’s only film score, delivered hits at the crossroads of orchestral and electronic music, such as the seminal such as “Derezzed.” The soundtrack went on to earn a Grammy Award nomination for Best Score Soundtrack Album for Visual Media. Veteran radio DJ ...
This July, fans of Daft Punk and Tron have the opportunity to return to the grid. In celebration of the beloved film franchise’s 40th anniversary, Disney and the House of Blues San Diego are set to host a one-of-a-kind dance party, “D23 Derezzed – A TRON 40th Dance Party.” The original 1982 cyberspace thriller was of course followed up by 2010’s Tron: Legacy, which features one of the modern era’s most acclaimed film soundtracks thanks to the legendary robots. The album, which remains Daft Punk’s only film score, delivered hits at the crossroads of orchestral and electronic music, such as the seminal such as “Derezzed.” The soundtrack went on to earn a Grammy Award nomination for Best Score Soundtrack Album for Visual Media. Veteran radio DJ ...
This July, fans of Daft Punk and Tron have the opportunity to return to the grid. In celebration of the beloved film franchise’s 40th anniversary, Disney and the House of Blues San Diego are set to host a one-of-a-kind dance party, “D23 Derezzed – A TRON 40th Dance Party.” The original 1982 cyberspace thriller was of course followed up by 2010’s Tron: Legacy, which features one of the modern era’s most acclaimed film soundtracks thanks to the legendary robots. The album, which remains Daft Punk’s only film score, delivered hits at the crossroads of orchestral and electronic music, such as the seminal such as “Derezzed.” The soundtrack went on to earn a Grammy Award nomination for Best Score Soundtrack Album for Visual Media. Veteran radio DJ ...
There’s nothing quite like Your Paradise, a fantasy-like music festival in the heart of the Mamanuca Islands. The breathtaking Fiji fest encapsulates dance music culture in its own unique way at the intersection of wellness and hedonism. One of the world’s most intimate music events, Your Paradise is offering only 600 passes to revel in its sublime festival experience this year, which will provide sensory overload with its iconic oceanfront mainstage, beach yoga sessions, private island club and breezy Catamaran rides, among other idyllic experiential activations. Your Paradise has now announced a massive lineup for this year’s edition, which is scheduled for December 10-16. Set for performances are Sub Focus, Vintage Culture, Kito, Ben Böhme...
“Petra” – Bedouin After a jaw-dropping hybrid set at Al Khazneh (The Great Treasury) in Petra, Jordan—one of the seven wonders of the modern world—melodic house duo Bedouin cemented the momentous performance with a track in the city’s namesake. Evoking mystery and awe, Bedouin’s “Petra” offers a striking parallel to the historic tomb it pays testament to. “Balsame” – Xinobi Turkish baglama plucks, an infectious bassline, and Arâm’s fierce vocals bring “Balsame” to life. The titular track off Xinobi’s latest album is “about healing using the metaphor of the wine as a healer,” Xinobi explains. “Although here the wine represents a quick fix for the erratic person [or] creature Arâm is giving voice to, it should represent a bigger objective: healing permanently or at...
Hot off of her Red Rocks debut and a breakthrough 2021, Qrion has laid the groundwork that is currently catapulting her to dance music stardom. Last year, she was named to EDM.com‘s Class of 2022, joining a prestigious list of transformative artists including ACRAZE, Anfisa Letyago and ISOxo, among others. Every artist on the list has positioned themselves uniquely within the industry, and Qrion is certainly no exception. Qrion. Julia Wang The San Francisco-based DJ and producer has graced leading electronic music labels like Anjunadeep, Ultra Records, Last Night On Earth and more, landing her a spot on Forbes Japan‘s coveted “30 Under 30” list. Her unique, hypnotic sound interweaves many different electronic sub-genres, often making use of soft, exquisite beats and...
EDM.com has revealed its official Class of 2022 list. The Class isn’t an index of promising SoundCloud beatmakers or a mundane “artists to watch” list. It’s a list of 10 musicians with transformative skill sets who are on the precipice of changing the fabric of electronic music as we know it. Through their workhorse-like mentalities and defiance of industry standards, these groundbreaking artists have already proven their volcanic potential in the electronic dance music scene—and now they’re ready to erupt. Over the course of 2022, we’ll be publishing a wide range of special content in partnership with the Class. This includes guest mixes, interviews, and Instagram takeovers with behind-the-scenes footage and sneak peeks at new music, among other exclusi...
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...
Two years after Above & Beyond‘s last Group Therapy Weekender at the Gorge Amphitheatre, the legendary trance trio are set to bring their fan-favorite show back to the idyllic PNW venue in 2022. Above & Beyond’s Group Therapy Weekender is scheduled for July 23rd and 24th, 2022 and also includes a warm-up party with the group on the 22nd. The legendary trance trio today announced a stellar lineup consisting of many Anjunabeats favorites, such as Ben Böhmer, Mat Zo, Eli & Fur, and Jody Wisternoff, among others. Additionally, Above & Beyond are likely to bring back many of the in-festival events and amenities, like group yoga. Pre-sale for the 2022 Group Therapy Weekender starts on January 19th at 10AM PT. If you’d like to receive alerts when t...
Cannabis-forward festival Northern Nights is welcoming electronic music fans back to the dank side in 2022. Northern Nights organizers have announced that the festival will return to California’s idyllic Redwood Forest from July 15-17, 2022 at Cook’s Valley Campground in Piercy. They’ve put together a stellar lineup for the event’s 2022 edition, which will feature performances from TroyBoi, CloZee, SNBRN, Elderbrook, J. Worra, Claude VonStroke, and Qrion, among others. More artists will be announced in the weeks ahead. One of the most unique features of the boutique electronic music festival is its River Stage, where fans can float on the sun-kissed Eel River while jamming out to live music. Jamal Eid Recommended Articles Northern Nights’ pièce de résistance, ho...
Immersed in a true Central American paradise, Ocaso Festival taps in some of the best international and local artists around year after year. Hosted in the stunning town of Tamarindo, Costa Rica, this multi-day experience incorporates incredible underground music and culture for a unique festival experience. From January 6th to 11th, partiers can retreat to the jungle to join in on this idyllic event. With a focus on intimate dancing experiences, Ocaso is celebrated for its special sunrise and sunset sessions, sets on the beach, and poolside romps. And the pure beauty of Costa Rica never fails to amaze. While the full lineup for the fifth edition of Ocaso is yet to be released, so far the bill includes Amelie Lens, Hot Since 82, Seth Troxler, and Magit Cacoon, among others. Ocaso̵...