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Thomas Bangalter’s perspective on AI music goes beyond the familiar debates about copyright and automation. The Daft Punk co-founder questions whether prompt-driven technology can capture the instinctive, emotional, and often wordless process through which artists discover their most meaningful ideas.
View More Thomas Bangalter On AI: Why Daft Punk’s Co-Founder Still Puts Human Instinct First
Anyma has launched ÆDEN Records, a new creative imprint built around collaboration, experimentation, and electronic music culture. The label will debut with ÆDEN: Digital Renaissance Vol. I, while Other Dimension, his new collaboration with Brazilian producer Volkoder, offers the first preview of its sound.
View More Anyma Launches ÆDEN Records With Digital Renaissance Vol. I And New Volkoder Collaboration
Armin van Buuren is bringing vinyl back to the Ibiza club stage with a dedicated set inside his five-hour UNVRS residency. The trance icon is pressing his own records and preparing custom edits, creating a weekly performance that reconnects his modern sound with the vinyl-driven roots of his early DJ career.
View More Armin Van Buuren Vinyl Set Brings Analog Magic To His UNVRS Ibiza Residency
Peggy Gou delivered a memorable London finale when GALA joined her on stage for a surprise performance of ‘Freed From Desire’. The iconic 1996 dance anthem brought a historic Old Royal Naval College setting to life, connecting Gou’s contemporary sound with one of dance music’s most enduring songs.
View More Peggy Gou Brings GALA On Stage For ‘Freed From Desire’ In London
Mediterraneo by Cafe De Anatolia and Billy Esteban has become one of the year’s biggest viral music success stories after gaining organic support from Eva Longoria, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Ceca Raznatović. With nearly 60 million views, the track showcases how authentic music can achieve worldwide recognition without relying on paid promotion.
View More How Mediterraneo by Cafe De Anatolia and Billy Esteban Became a Global Viral Sensation
Tiësto’s Atomium Brussels show delivered more than an unforgettable performance. The Dutch dance music icon used the historic event to honor Belgium’s legendary club scene, calling the night a full-circle moment that celebrated the venues and artists who helped shape his remarkable career.
View More Tiësto’s Atomium Brussels Show Marks a Full Circle Moment in Dance Music History
Charlotte de Witte has confirmed her only UK performance of 2026 with an exclusive headline show at London’s new Ironworks venue on November 1. The highly anticipated event will close the venue’s inaugural season, marking a major milestone for both the Belgian techno icon and one of the capital’s most ambitious new electronic music destinations.
View More Charlotte de Witte announces exclusive UK performance at London’s new Ironworks venue
Bright Lights has confirmed that an unreleased collaboration with Avicii and David Guetta exists, sparking excitement across the electronic music community. While no release date has been announced, the revelation offers a fascinating glimpse into a previously unknown chapter of EDM history.
View More Bright Lights Confirms Avicii David Guetta Unreleased Track Still Exists
Amelie Lens has announced her highly anticipated new single “run” with Belgian pop star Angèle, arriving on August 7 via Sony Music. The collaboration serves as the lead single from Lens’ debut album AURA and marks the only featured collaboration on the record, blending powerful techno production with ethereal pop vocals.
View More Amelie Lens and Angèle Announce New Collaboration ‘run’ Ahead of Debut Album AURA
Swedish House Mafia have joined forces with Lykke Li for their first collaboration, ‘Happiness Is So Sad.’ Featuring production from PARISI and Fred Again.. alongside songwriting by Max Martin, the emotional new single is already one of 2026’s standout electronic music releases.
View More Swedish House Mafia and Lykke Li Release ‘Happiness Is So Sad’ as Powerful New Collaborative Single