Six years after his debut Wallflower album, Whethan has lit up the EDM world again with Life of a Wallflower, Vol. 2 which came out on July 12 via Good Luck Have Fun. Now he sets his sights on Brooklyn and DC for the final two stops on his epic Life of a Wallflower Vol. 2 Tour this weekend. Just check out the scenes from Whethan’s last show in Los Angeles!
Whethan’s new album reminds us of his genre-blending talent and futuristic sound. We covered his prior single “DO YOU REMEMBER” and his viral hit “MONEY ON THE DASH” with Elley Duhé has been blasting on our summer speakers. Notably his only lowercase song, “sick of myself,” offers a catchy pop tune with the sultry vocals of Nessa Barrett.
The first track, “STEALTH BOMBER,” features the distinctive gritty vocals from popular UK MC Flowdan and starts the album with a fresh, exotic sound. My favorite track is hiding near the end, “CRAZY4U.” With its snappy vocals from MKLA and Whethan’s energetic backbeat, I can’t wait to catch this one on the Elsewhere dance floor.
A lot changed since I caught Whethan on his last Wallflowers tour at Brooklyn Steel on a Wednesday in September 2018, when a not-so-wallflowery MadeinTKO provided direct support for the budding teenage talent. On the other hand, Chet Porter provided support at some of Whethan’s 2018 tour stops, and now in 2024, Porter returns to the Life of a Wallflower Vol. 2 Tour with a “crazy fun party DJ set.”
Another Good Luck Have Fun artist, Super Computer, rounds out the support for Whethan’s last two stops, Friday, July 26 at Elsewhere in Brooklyn and Saturday, July 27 at Culture in Washington DC. For all the latest from Whethan about any new show dates and fresh remixes from artists like Armin Van Buuren, follow along on his social media.
John Summit just announced his upcoming headline show in the heart of the Arizona desert heat. On August 31, Relentless Beats host Summit at Rawhide Event Center in Chandler, Arizona for a night of unforgettable beats. Fans can anticipate plenty of his new debut album, Comfort In Chaos, which arrived on streaming platforms just last week. As the summer grows hotter, John Summit promises to be a highlight for electronic music enthusiasts in Arizona and beyond.
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Music festivals and events like this one are more than just concerts; they are communal experiences that foster connection. For both seasoned ravers and newcomers to the scene, the shared experience of enjoying music and dance creates bonds that transcend the boundaries of everyday life. Known for his multi-genre electronic music, the night of infectious rhythms is sure to leave attendees breathless and craving more. Check out more of Summit’s discography below:
John Summit’s reputation as a master of his craft will be on full display at the “Rawhide Show” showcasing his seamless transitions that captivate attendees fwith electrifying energy and an irresistible groove that lasts the entire night. Tickets for this anticipated show go on presale starting July 18 at 10AM PT. Sign up for presale using the link below or head to Relentless Beats’ bio for more information!
For last week’s 4th of July holiday, we celebrated the best EDM in New York City in all the right ways. Moon Lvnding attended two brilliantly executed events from local brands spanning the dichotomy of NYC nightlife: glitzy rooftop house music and gritty warehouse bass music.
For starters, we vibed with Carlita hosted by the social club GOSPËL and Westlight, the swanky space atop The William Vale Hotel, for one of the best fireworks views in Brooklyn. To finish, we danced with Smoakland and SuperAve. at Manifest, the biggest party of the year from Synchro Events and EDM social media app Radiate, at the sprawling Brooklyn venue, 3 Dollar Bill.
On the 22nd and 23rd floors, Westlight’s 2-day celebration featured two floors of DJs and viewing areas to enjoy the music and city views. Gospёl hosted the picturesque rooftop event, bringing its sense of community and connection through music.
Amémé starred on the 3rd and Carlita returned for another year with Gospёl for 4th of July festivities. She stole the show with her international flair. We heard people singing along to her set in multiple different languages. It’s no wonder why Carlita comes back year after year to amaze the eager crowds of the city.
Photo Credit: Shae McCormack // @shaelien111
Then the quintessential rooftop memory, as fireworks from the Hudson River shot into view over Manhattan’s skyline with Carlita’s smooth tunes blasting in the background. We scored a few spots along the rail with our hosts from Sequel Sound to snag a picture of the moment.
After Carlita wrapped up her set, we jetted across Williamsburg for the 4th annual Manifest. A joint production of Syncho Events and Radiate, the multi-genre fest took over the indoor/outdoor space of 3 Dollar Bill for an epic event. Hosting three stages and a handful of local vendors selling goods, crafts, and merchandise, Synchro Events held its best Manifest yet!
The main stage had the bass bumping all night long on impressive dual stacks of 12-foot speakers. Manifest showcased the wealth of flow artists in New York City with performers taking turns on stage while SuperAve. and Smoakland dropped the bass. VKTM closed out our night with fresh riddim to keep the crowd moving.
Synchro Events does an impressive job of creating shows to cater to New York’s underground scene and Manifest serves as its biggest celebration of the year. We caught up with friends from all over the metro area to revel in EDM wonderland for the 4th of July. To keep up with all the latest announcements and shows from Synchro Events and GOSPËL, use the handy links below.
Denver bass producer/DJ Lumasi takes his fresh spin on modern dubstep to the masses with his debut headline Sun & Moon Tour. Starting in August and going until Thanksgiving, Phase 1 tickets were released today at the coast-to-coast locations in the ticket link and on the tour flyer below.
The list of locations includes eight festival appearances, getting things started on August 3 at Sound Haven Festival in Tennessee. Lumasi also has a busy stretch in September with Lost Lands, Coconino Campout, and Wakaan in back-to-back weeks, followed by Submersion and Big Fam in early October. Thundercat in Phoenix will host the tour’s first show on August 8 and Cervantes Other Side in his hometown of Denver will host the tour’s last show on November 22.
Lumasi built his following with a viral remix of Flo Rida’s “Low,” and followed that up with his new single “Lower” featuring ProbCause. Now with a solid library of Lumasi flips and remixes, the bass producer has the attention of tastemakers in the bass scene, recently playing at Mission Ballroom in support of Zeds Dead and Zingara.
Later in July, Lumasi will join a stellar lineup at the Brooklyn Mirage for DeadBeats: New York City. This is just the start of a huge second half of the year for the talented artist. To keep up with all the latest tour announcements and music releases, connect with Lumasi using the social links below.
ILLENIUM tapped into our collective raw emotions this past weekend with his largest headline shows in Arizona. Ringing in a brand-new era for Relentless Beats at Rawhide Event Center, this event marked a triumphant comeback to the venue and a stellar supporting lineup. Mamba, BONNIE x CLYDE, and CRANKDAT added their own flair to the event. For fans in Phoenix and beyond, Illenium’s return to Rawhide is not just a homecoming, but a reunion of our collective energy under the starlit desert sky.
Photo Credit: Alexander Peet // @thelensofpeet
Fans were anticipating the heat, but not the scorching blaze that fell over the valley Saturday evening. Even with the high temperatures and pyro full-blast, guests didn’t let that ruin the reunion at Rawhide. Our Moon Lvnding booth proved to be the celestial companion providing cooling fans, selling out early in the night with the “Buy One, Get One” fan deal the talk of the town. Fans were happy with the easy layout and vendor variety and thoroughly enjoyed the effortless return to Arizona EDM’s former home.
With its expansive outdoor setting and captivating atmosphere, Rawhide set the stage for a night of musical exploration and collective euphoria. Fans streamed into the venue and were welcomed by the pulsating beats of Mamba, igniting the crowd with dynamic mixes. He set the tone for the night to unfold.
Photo Credit: Alexander Peet // @thelensofpeet
Then Bonnie x Clyde took the stage with their signature blend of melodic bass and emotive vocals. Crankdat came up next, delivering a face-melting set that kept the energy levels soaring. With his mastery of bass drops, Crankdat brought a fresh intensity to Rawhide. Finally, Illenium closed out in style, with spectacular production matching his perfectly executed new mixes. The specially curated show connected with fans, leaving us with bittersweet feelings of happiness and sadness by the end of the night. A special shout goes out to Alexander Peet on IG as @thelensofpeet for sharing his work from the Illenium show.
Legendary dubstep label Circus Records announced their 15-year anniversary show on Monday. The show will take place in none other than the bass capital- Denver, CO. It is scheduled for November 27th at Mission Ballroom. The lineup includes Flux Pavilion, Doctor P, and Funtcase with more to be announced.
Flux Pavilion
Doctor P
Circus Records was founded by Flux Pavilion and Doctor P in 2009. They have helped shape dubstep and bass music into what it is today, and inspired producers like Skrillex, Kayzo, and Hamdi. The label is home to dubstep classics such as “I Can’t Stop,” “Tetris,” and over 500 other releases. Over the years they have also dropped tracks from Funtcase, Cookie Monsta, Zomboy, and many more. In addition to the main label, they created two sub-labels: Funtcase’s DPMO and Circus Electric. DPMO is for more aggressive bass and riddim while Circus Electric is home to melodic and future bass style tracks.
Funtcase
Don’t miss this important moment in dubstep history! Pre-sale tickets go on sale this Thursday, June 13th at 10AM MT. General on sale will be Friday, June 14th at 10AM MT. Tickets will be available on the Mission Ballroom website. Stay up to date with all of Circus’ releases by using the links below.
Big news for bass heads, as Tape B is back with a new tour for Fall 2024. Phase 1 of his nationwide tour is set to hit 16 cities, ending with an already soldout show at Denver’s Mission Ballroom. For the other 15 locations, artist and local presale tickets go live tomorrow, June 13, and then the general public sale will begin on Friday, June 14. Over a dozen artists were announced as support for the tour, so check the flyer to see which artists will be playing in your city.
Word to the wise — if you want these tickets, don’t wait! Tape B has sold out every one of his headline shows dating back to December 2023. This span includes all 13 stops on the second phase of his last tour, which concluded with an impressive 3400-ticket sellout at Brooklyn’s premiere nightclub venue, Avant Gardner.
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Fan support for Tape B continues to grow, evidenced by the popularity of his Car Tunes mix series. His most recent “Car Tunes Vol. 3” amassed over 1 million streams in just five months! But it’s not just fans taking notice. Subtronics and John Summit, some of the biggest names in the next generation of EDM, have a new single with Tape B that they teased at EDC Las Vegas and will release later this year.
“Trippy Land,” Tape B’s collab with fellow deep bass artist Mersiv and rapper Juicy J officially released about a month ago to widespread support. Tape B and Mersiv debuted the track during their epic b2b during Miami Music Week at the Deadbeats vs. Cyclops Recordings event. A few months later, both Tape B and Mersiv played the song to enormous crowd support during their first-ever EDC Las Vegas sets last month. Lucky for us, they also recently published the video of their MMW b2b!
For those of you who don’t see your city listed on the Phase 1 flyer, Tape B also has a handful of festival appearances lined up for the summer. You can catch him playing at Escapade, Breakaway Minnesota, Shambhala, Elements, Deep Tropics, North Coast, and Lost Lands. Maybe your city will be named for the second phase of the tour. To ensure you get all the latest news and announcements from Tape B, use the links below to connect on social media.
This past Sunday, June 2, All Day I Dream took over the illustrious Brooklyn Mirage for an ethereal evening filled with vibrant production and transcendent music. What started as a series of Brooklyn rooftop parties in 2011 has blossomed into an international celebration of electronic music with global acclaim under the vision and guidance of its founder, Lee Burridge. The All Day I Dream 2024 World Tour now includes 26 performances in 11 cities around the world!
The recent event at The Brooklyn Mirage was the fifth performance of the tour so far. Previous stops include the season-opening party in Mexico City, followed by Dubai, Los Angeles, and Montreal. All Day I Dream will be in San Francisco this Saturday, June 9, for an afternoon event at Golden Gate Park followed by an after party at The Great Northern.
A beautiful park full of beautiful smiling people. Yes, that’s you! This Saturday we return to the amazing Hellman Hollow in Golden Gate Park, our little slice of paradise while riding the musical rollercoaster🍃🌳
After San Francisco, All Day I Dream heads to Europe for a show in Barcelona on June 14 before its first of 16 Monday shows at Playa Soleil in Ibiza on June 17. This marks a significant milestone as All Day I Dream introduces a new venue on a new night on an island known for its celebration of dance music. There are also stops planned for London, Toronto, and Denver at its picturesque Sculpture Park on Saturday, August 3. Time, location, and ticket links for all future All Day I Dream shows are available on its website.
Founder Lee Burridge, the visionary behind the All Day I Dream movement, shares his vision for the tour: “Summertime is already headed towards us fast and this year we have the pleasure of hosting 26 All Day I Dream parties around the globe. I’m looking forward to dropping the first track of what promises to be a very special summer indeed.”
Photo Credit: @bryan.kwon.photos for @offbrandproject
I can attest that All Day I Dream events have a special energy that brings out the love of music and dance from the like-minded “dreamers” at these shows. Here in New York City, The Brooklyn Mirage was transformed into what felt like a tropical paradise, with palms and pastel tapestries all around. The light blue tones harken to the color of water at a sandy beach in paradise or a clear blue sky.
Thoughtfully curated vendors set up shop in the Mirage walkways with stylish clothes and accessories befitting the beautiful vibes of the evening. The gorgeous earrings made of brightly colored feathers caught my eye — they were stunning. This is yet another detail that exemplifies Lee Burridge’s vision of creating special events for us dreamers.
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Of course, the melodic house and techno music was the main attraction. The lineup was stacked with talented artists from the All Day I Dream roster. Sinca got the festivities started in style. Double Touch played an inspired set as Nguyen stroked the keyboard while Olsen pounded on the drums. And fefore them, Dim Kelly had the crowd grooving as he dropped some catchy IDs from his upcoming All Day I Dream EP Hominy, scheduled to be released on June 14.
Dim Kelly // Photo Credit: @bryan.kwon.photos for @offbrandproject
Lee Burridge took over for sunset duties and blessed the crowd with over two hours of tunes as the day faded into night. Finally, Facundo Mohrr closed the evening and capped off an inspiring day of enlightening music and free-spirited dancing.
13 years from its Brooklyn inception, All Day I Dream Of Summer Shimmer continues to succeed, this time transforming The Brooklyn Mirage into a cathedral of beautiful souls reveling in melodic soundscapes and vibrant beats. There are still 21 shows left of its 2024 World Tour so connect with All Day I Dream using the socials below to stay informed of all the latest news for this summer and beyond.
Last weekend in beautiful mid-May, ravers from around the world met under the Electric Sky once more for an unforgettable weekend presented by Insomniac. EDC Las Vegas 2024 brought epic b2bs, a larger layout, a hidden country stage, and more. The biggest festival in the world welcomed over 525,000 “headliners” over the three days.
Here’s my experience of its production, artists, new stage layouts, and final impressions of the event. Insomniac pulled out all the stops with its production for this year’s show. From an amazing drone show over Kinetic Field and improved stage layouts to all the intricate art and the iconic firework display each night.
Kinetic Field’s main stage production highlighted a cathedral theme of giant organ pipes with pyrotechnics. Rather than a main owl centerpiece, there was a main LED cathedral window and many more side windows showing owl graphics.
Photo Credit: Insomniac Events 1 // Mark Van der Aa
Thoughtful Intermezzos, unreal fireworks, an epic drone show, plenty of pyrotechnics, and stellar sound made Kinetic Field exceed its reputation as a cathedral for Insomniac’s Electric Daisy empire. One detail I enjoyed was each cathedral window had an image of Kinetic Field centerpieces from prior years. They brought back fond memories of the tree production of EDC 2016.
Kinetic Field set the stage for some of the weekend’s most iconic moments. Tiesto debuted two new singles, “Hot Honey” and the EDC Las Vegas theme song “My City.” Zedd announced his new album release using drones. John Summit and Green Velvet collaborated to end the weekend in style on main stage.
Photo Credit: Insomniac Events // Alex Perez
There were some significant changes to the stage layout in 2024. Quantum Valley and Neon Gardens moved closer to Kinetic Field and transported festivalgoers to a different dimension where they could easily walk between trance, techno, and house sets. Quantum Valley revamped the DJ booth portal with more lasers and a sound setup that made you forget how close it was to Kinetic. Neon Garden was home to huge names like Carl Cox with a larger stage and amazing lights all over the top of the tent.
Circuit Grounds’ signature wraparound steel frame never disappoints. With large LED panels it housed huge names from many genres like John Summit, Excision, and Sara Landry. The main update was creating more depth with the visuals by pushing the DJ booth back and surrounding it with lights.
Basspod got a new home to the right of Electric Avenue and Circuit Grounds, rocking new signature shocks and a lifted DJ booth. Bassheads had much more space to soak up the production and pyrotechnics and because it was further away from the other stages Insomniac could turn up the volume! I could feel the bass through my body at sets like Kai Wachi, Crankdat, and Ghengar.
Photo Credit: Insomniac Events 4 // Jake West
Wasteland, Stereo Bloom, and Bionic Jungle also moved around a bit. Wasteland moved across the raceway and got smaller by Basspod and Electric Avenue. Bionic Jungle got a bit of an upgrade with space and visuals between Kinetic Field and Cosmic Meadow. Stereo Bloom continued to grow in stature and sound, hosting sets from Noizu and Matroda b2b San Pacho.
Over 230 DJs came from all over the world to bring the magic to the centerpiece of the spring festival season. Subtronics debuted on main stage and played another set with his wife Level Up. Fred Again.. made a surprise appearance at Circuit Grounds Saturday after his buddy Four Tet. Peggy Gou played two sets including a b2b with Marcel. Other impressive b2bs included Carl Cox b2b Nicole Moudaber, Acraze b2b Kream, and Eli Brown b2b Hi-Lo.
But why settle for b2bs when you can have b3bs! Noizu, Westend, and Mele combined to get the weekend going at Cosmic Meadow. There were also megacollabs like Worship, with DnB artists Sub Focus, Dimension, Culture Shock, and 1991, and Hivemind, with heavy bass artists Kayzo, Space Laces, and Must Die!
Downtown EDC featured new installations too. One could listen to Country EDM at the YEEDC stage, “gamble” at the Kandi casino or get unofficially married to your rave bae. There was a dating show called “Up to Date,” a retro stage with throwback music, and walking DJs with giant speakers on their backs and CDJs in front. Insomniac always packs EDC with magical hidden gems to explore when walking between stages or going on a side quest.
Photo Credit: Insomniac Events 2 // Chris Pearce
The VIP areas were a bit hit or miss based on the stage and set. The two best stages, Kinetic Field and Circuit Grounds, had the best VIP layout. Kinetic Field had gourmet food, barbers/hairdressers, rides, lockers, and a viewing deck. Circuit Grounds’ viewing area had a massive ground-level viewing area with a speakeasy and an arcade!
Neon Gardens and Quantum Valley shared the VIP entrance/exit which was convenient to go between those two stages. Basspod and Cosmic Meadows VIP areas were lacking, especially for some of the crush of crowds for big acts. My biggest suggestion would be to expand the VIP at Basspod’s new location.
There will be more improvements in store for EDC Las Vegas 2025, now on sale for only $5 down! What more can you ask for than this epic celebration of EDM culture with over half a million people over a 3-day weekend filled with unforgettable sights and sounds?! I’m already looking forward to being back under the Electric Sky, will you be there too?
Northern Nevada’s beloved music festival, Bass Camp, is debuting its one-day event: “The Biggest Little Block Party in The World.” Set beneath the iconic Reno Arch at Locomotion Plaza on Virginia Street, this all-ages celebration will take place on May 18 from 2 to 10 p.m. Alongside electrifying musical acts, attendees can enjoy a variety of food trucks, strike a pose at art car photo ops, sip from a full-service bar, and peruse local vendors.
Headlining the Dancetronauts Bass Station Stage, “The Biggest Little Block Party In The World” boasts a lineup blending local and national talent. Sidepiece will be headlining and joined by Anabel Englund, Corey Baker (formerly known as Kill Paris), Cashmaster, Frenzy, Kirkland Brothers, and Thomas Towey. Bass Camp spares no expense with top-tier production elements, including pyrotechnics, lasers, and state-of-the-art lighting.
Aside from the main stage, those looking for a more intimate experience can visit the silent disco. DJ Algorythm, DJ Xandé, Lazer Armageddon, Richard Xavier, Webster, and Zawd are among the local and regional artists set to compete for channel attention with their mixes.
This is not just a music festival, it’s a family-friendly celebration. Whether you’re grooving at the main stage or enjoying the unique atmosphere of the silent disco, there’s something for everyone. Take a break and explore the local food vendors and bars to fuel your evening. Take advantage of the live art installations and the chance to capture your memories with Surly Bird, SirKiss, and more.
While early bird tickets have already sold out, Tier 2 General Admission and VIP (21+) passes are available online, starting at $45. Children under 12 can join the fun for just $10 at the gate. Secure your spot now for another unforgettable Bass Camp experience!
