The AI Music Awards will debut in Los Angeles on November 13, 2026, with the Sonic Intelligence Academy aiming to recognize creators working with artificial intelligence. Alongside the ceremony, SIQA is introducing a music classification app designed to identify AI-generated, AI-assisted and human-AI hybrid recordings, raising fresh questions about creativity, authorship and transparency.
Armin van Buuren and Funk Tribu join forces on ‘Nirvana,’ a new trance collaboration blending euphoric melodies with harder-edged rhythms. Discover how the track connects trance’s roots with its modern revival, and learn more about Funk Tribu’s rise, his TRIBE label and van Buuren’s latest projects.
A federal court has sentenced Michael Smith to 18 months in prison for an AI music royalty fraud scheme that allegedly generated more than $8 million through billions of artificial streams. The case exposes vulnerabilities in streaming payouts and raises fresh questions about how platforms can protect legitimate artists as AI-generated music expands.
Skrillex has issued an apology following his Head Trip 2026 performance in Indio, California, admitting that the set and sound did not meet expectations. The producer took responsibility in a candid post on X as details emerge about the festival’s disrupted schedule, star-studded Sunday lineup and his upcoming music projects.
Fatboy Slim returns to Brighton for two intimate Quarters club nights on October 13 and 14, with all ticket proceeds supporting the Brighton & Hove Albion FC Foundation and its community programmes across Sussex.
The Prodigy will return to South America in March 2027 for Lollapalooza Argentina, Chile and Brasil, alongside Colombia’s Festival Estéreo Picnic. The dates arrive amid a packed global schedule and renewed celebrations of the band’s enduring legacy.
Sara Landry has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against her former managers over the alleged continued use of her name and HEKATE branding. The dispute involves music ownership, distribution rights, and competing legal claims in the US and UK, arriving just days before the hard techno artist releases her second studio album, Divine Intervention.
ADE 2026 has completed its landmark 30 Years ADE program, bringing more than 3,600 artists to over 300 venues across Amsterdam from October 21 to 25. Martin Garrix, Jean-Michel Jarre, Armin van Buuren, and hundreds of other artists will join a program spanning clubs, industry events, immersive art, and electronic music history.
Armin van Buuren and Funk Tribu join forces on ‘Nirvana,’ a new trance collaboration blending euphoric melodies with harder-edged rhythms. Discover how the track connects trance’s roots with its modern revival, and learn more about Funk Tribu’s rise, his TRIBE label and van Buuren’s latest projects.
Robbie Williams and Miss Monique officially release ‘Beauty In Us’, a progressive house collaboration that became one of the summer’s most anticipated electronic IDs.
¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U has announced his first European headline tour, bringing five shows across the Netherlands, France, Belgium, Denmark and the UK in March 2027.
Cafe De Anatolia explores New Age & Ambient music with EKTĀ, a nine-track album featuring Antaeus, Madame Gandhi, Amani Sol, and international musicians. The project combines electronic production, traditional instruments, and meditative sound around the theme of oneness.
Hardwell and Sound Rush have transformed Goo Goo Dolls’ timeless ‘Iris’ into a 160 BPM hard dance anthem, bringing the emotional classic to a new generation of festival mainstages.
Belgian electronic artist Severens is carving his path through the international dance music scene with energetic performances, genre-spanning productions, and a passion for creating genuine emotion on the dance floor.
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For Redhead Queen, music is more than sound. It is energy, movement, communication, and a way of reminding people that life is happening right now.
The Bali-based DJ and producer has developed a sound that moves between tech house grooves and hypnotic indie textures, shaped by years spent experiencing electronic music from the other side of the booth. Long before she considered becoming an artist herself, Redhead Queen was a devoted presence on dancefloors around the world, exploring everything from deep house and tech house to minimal.
The AI Music Awards will debut in Los Angeles on November 13, 2026, with the Sonic Intelligence Academy aiming to recognize creators working with artificial intelligence. Alongside the ceremony, SIQA is introducing a music classification app designed to identify AI-generated, AI-assisted and human-AI hybrid recordings, raising fresh questions about creativity, authorship and transparency.
Armin van Buuren and Funk Tribu join forces on ‘Nirvana,’ a new trance collaboration blending euphoric melodies with harder-edged rhythms. Discover how the track connects trance’s roots with its modern revival, and learn more about Funk Tribu’s rise, his TRIBE label and van Buuren’s latest projects.
A federal court has sentenced Michael Smith to 18 months in prison for an AI music royalty fraud scheme that allegedly generated more than $8 million through billions of artificial streams. The case exposes vulnerabilities in streaming payouts and raises fresh questions about how platforms can protect legitimate artists as AI-generated music expands.
Skrillex has issued an apology following his Head Trip 2026 performance in Indio, California, admitting that the set and sound did not meet expectations. The producer took responsibility in a candid post on X as details emerge about the festival’s disrupted schedule, star-studded Sunday lineup and his upcoming music projects.
Fatboy Slim returns to Brighton for two intimate Quarters club nights on October 13 and 14, with all ticket proceeds supporting the Brighton & Hove Albion FC Foundation and its community programmes across Sussex.
The Prodigy will return to South America in March 2027 for Lollapalooza Argentina, Chile and Brasil, alongside Colombia’s Festival Estéreo Picnic. The dates arrive amid a packed global schedule and renewed celebrations of the band’s enduring legacy.
Charlotte De Witte is the new face of G-Star RAW, adding a major fashion collaboration to an already remarkable 2026. From The Resistance and its audiovisual live show to major festival appearances and upcoming KONNECTED events in Ghent, the techno star continues to expand her influence beyond the dancefloor.
Avicii’s ‘Stories’ turns 11, offering another chance to revisit one of Tim Bergling’s most ambitious albums. Released in 2015, the record expanded his signature electronic sound with pop, funk, disco, country and rock influences while featuring collaborations with Martin Garrix, Chris Martin, Zac Brown, Alex Ebert and Sandro Cavazza.
Oscar Mulero is Techno House CDA Magazine’s Artist of the Month for September 2026. Discover the story of the Spanish techno pioneer, his influence on Madrid’s underground scene, the evolution of Warm Up and PoleGroup, and his new album Between Two Worlds.
Armin van Buuren turns the camera toward the people behind the dancefloor experience in The Psychology of the Dancefloor, a new documentary exploring music, emotion and collective connection at UNVRS Ibiza.
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Armin van Buuren and Funk Tribu join forces on ‘Nirvana,’ a new trance collaboration blending euphoric melodies with harder-edged rhythms. Discover how the track connects trance’s roots with its modern revival, and learn more about Funk Tribu’s rise, his TRIBE label and van Buuren’s latest projects.
A federal court has sentenced Michael Smith to 18 months in prison for an AI music royalty fraud scheme that allegedly generated more than $8 million through billions of artificial streams. The case exposes vulnerabilities in streaming payouts and raises fresh questions about how platforms can protect legitimate artists as AI-generated music expands.
Sara Landry has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against her former managers over the alleged continued use of her name and HEKATE branding. The dispute involves music ownership, distribution rights, and competing legal claims in the US and UK, arriving just days before the hard techno artist releases her second studio album, Divine Intervention.
Glastonbury 2027 has sold out in just 42 minutes, despite record ticket prices and a year-long break from the festival. With all three headliners already booked but still secret, anticipation is building ahead of the festival’s return to Worthy Farm in June 2027.
ADE Lab 2026 is splitting its program in two, with ADE Lab Discovery offering free, no-application access from Oct. 21 to 23. Visitors can test DJ equipment and production tools, attend introductory sessions and explore music-focused programming during Amsterdam Dance Event’s 30th edition.
ADE 2026 has completed its landmark 30 Years ADE program, bringing more than 3,600 artists to over 300 venues across Amsterdam from October 21 to 25. Martin Garrix, Jean-Michel Jarre, Armin van Buuren, and hundreds of other artists will join a program spanning clubs, industry events, immersive art, and electronic music history.
Amnesia Ibiza has sold out its 50th Anniversary Closing Festival in less than three hours, despite keeping its lineup completely secret. The October celebration will run for 20 hours across the club’s Main Room, Terrace and special anniversary area, creating a highly anticipated finale to five decades of Ibiza nightlife.
Beatport bans fully AI-generated tracks from its digital marketplace while allowing human-led productions that use AI for tools such as mixing, mastering, and stem separation. The electronic music platform is using Beatdapp detection technology to identify synthetic and AI-assisted music, marking a significant new step in the industry’s fight over AI and authorship.
Ibiza’s total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026 will combine a breathtaking astronomical event with world-famous nightlife. From sunset DJ sets to beach festivals and special club celebrations, the island is preparing for one of the most unique nights of the summer.
Sónar 2026 transformed Barcelona into a global hub for electronic music, technology, and creativity, attracting 150,000 attendees across three unforgettable days. From headline performances and immersive visual experiences to cutting-edge discussions on artificial intelligence, the festival delivered one of its most ambitious editions to date.