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    How It Was Made: Amir Telem – Get Up (Deviu Remix)(Where The Heart Is Records)
    When it comes to making massive, club-friendly progressive house music, few in the underground do it better than Deviu. He’s been featured on top labels like Purified and more, and he recently made his debut on David Hohme’s Where the Heart Is Records with his remix of Amir Telem’s track “Get Up.”
    Deviu is no stranger to the How It’s Made features—a few months ago, we asked him about the plugins and studio tools he used to create the aforementioned track
  • Label Spotlight: Infinity Beats And Storm Music group’s new move to reshape dance music

    Storm Music Group has been on fire over the past few years, building a loyal fanbase not just through their highly successful event series, but also from their well-curated discography that leans towards the more commercial side of dance music. This approach has attracted a wide audience that supports the sound and the artists they sign. Now, as the label looks to expand further, they’re launching a new label, Infinity Beats.
    The new sublabel will focus on the uptempo side of dance music,
  • Snow Patrol Everything’s Here And Nothing’s Lost Lyrics And Meaning: Analyzing Dualities of Love and Isolation

    Snow Patrol Everything’s Here And Nothing’s Lost Lyrics And Meaning: Analyzing Dualities of Love and Isolation
    Table of ContentsSnow Patrol Everything’s Here And Nothing’s Lost LyricsEverything’s Here And Nothing’s Lost MeaningImages C/O Republic RecordsSnow Patrol’s latest single, “Everything’s Here And Nothing’s Lost,” is big return for the group, highlighting the band’s unique ability to encapsulate the complexities of the human experience. It’s been six years since their last album, and The Forest Is The Path brings us back to their si
  • Take Your Music to the Next Level with Volt USB Recording Studio

    Table of ContentsLegendary Sound, Compact PackageSoftware That Works as Hard as You DoFAQsThey’ve been the gold standard for audio gear for as long as anyone can remember, and now they’re back with something that’s going to blow your mind. Meet the Volt USB Recording Studio, dropping on September 10, 2024. This isn’t just another piece of gear to add to your setup—this is a complete studio in a box, and it’s all powered through a USB.
    So, whether you’re
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  • UK’s leading trance music festival to return to Manchester next month with impressive lineup - The Manc

    UK’s leading trance music festival to return to Manchester next month with impressive lineup  The Manc
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    Lauv First Heartbreak Lyrics And Meaning: The Literary Parallels You Didn’t Expect
    Table of ContentsLauv First Heartbreak LyricsLauv First Heartbreak MeaningLast-Minute Motifs And Correlations
    Images C/O AWAL RecordingsIn Lauv’s latest single, “First Heartbreak,” the pop artist captures the nuanced emotions that come with the end of first love, balancing raw vulnerability with a sense of resilience. Lauv describes the record as one of his favorites and expresses the bittersweet pain of losing a deep connection while also suggesting that love can be
  • How To Be A Millionaire As A Music Producer? The Long Game Approach to Success

    How To Be A Millionaire As A Music Producer? The Long Game Approach to Success
    Table of ContentsStart by Setting the Right ExpectationsMastering Your Craft is Non-NegotiableLeveraging Your Resources: Time, Skills, and NetworkDiversifying Your Income StreamsScaling Up Your BusinessThe Final Piece: Investing in YourselfA Holistic Approach to SuccessSo, you want to be a millionaire music producer?
    That’s the dream, right?
    But let’s get real for a minute—this journey isn’t just about making amazing records and waiting for the money to roll in. It’
  • How It Was Made: Return of the Jaded – Attila (Purified)

    How It Was Made: Return of the Jaded – Attila (Purified)
    Table of ContentsDIVAFabfilter Pro-Q3 Ableton Live Vinyl Distortion 4 quick tips for making melodic technoI’ve been involved in dance music for over a decade, and in that time, there have been very few labels that have successfully transitioned from being a smaller, artist-run independent label to becoming a real heavyweight in the industry. Nora Impure’s Purified is definitely one of the few that have achieved this ambitious goal. Nora Impure’s career has skyrocketed
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  • Ramy Mishriky: Blending Tradition with Innovation in ‘Tany Leh’

    Ramy Mishriky: Blending Tradition with Innovation in ‘Tany Leh’
    Ramy Mishriky isn’t your run-of-the-mill electronic artist. With roots in Egypt and a base in Santa Monica, Mishriky has carved out a niche that’s as unique as it is captivating.
    His latest track, Tany Leh is a vivid blend of traditional Arabic rhythms and today’s electronic sounds.
    The Story Behind Tany Leh“Tany Leh” isn’t just a song; it’s an auditory journey down the Nile. Inspired by the river’s enduring mystique, Mishriky reimagines it as a wo
  • Bobby Blakdout’s “DAYUM”: A Debut Album with Unmatched Impact

    Bobby Blakdout, the mastermind producer known to friends as Robert Lindsey, is ready to shake up the music scene like never before. His debut album, DAYUM, dropped on Friday, September 13th, 2024, and it’s loaded with some of the biggest names in the game: Rick Ross, Gucci Mane, Juicy J, and more.
    But Bobby Blakdout isn’t just here to make waves in music. He’s using this project as a platform for something much bigger—a charitable mission to help kids battling cancer.The
  • How It Was Made: Fei-Fei – PRETTY GIRLS WANT IT HARD

    How It Was Made: Fei-Fei – PRETTY GIRLS WANT IT HARD
    Table of ContentsPhosycon 2 (D16 Group)Soundtoys DecapitatorNeve 1073 LB Preamp (w/R6 500 series rack)Output ThermalTips for making hyper techno for the hoesTechno is all about self-expressive attitude, and nobody exemplifies this more than Fei-Fei who has been absolutely crushing the LA underground scene lately. Her latest single, “PRETTY GIRLS WANT IT HARD,” is simply explosive; full stop and is definitely a testament to what can happen when you’re unapologetically yourself (
  • DRINKURWATER Debuts Bass-Packed Album ‘RIPPLE,’ A Sonic Melting Pot of Genres

    DRINKURWATER Debuts Bass-Packed Album ‘RIPPLE,’ A Sonic Melting Pot of Genres
    DRINKURWATER has officially released his highly anticipated debut album, RIPPLE, marking a major moment in his career. Known for pushing boundaries in bass music, DRINKURWATER delivers a collection of 10 tracks that fuse dubstep, bass house, trap, and experimental bass, showcasing his versatility and unique production style.Standout tracks like “SENSATION” have already made waves during DRINKURWATER’s recent festival sets, blending heavy bass drops with high-energy rhythms.
    His
  • The Best Sleeping Setups For Camping: Get a Great Night’s Sleep Wherever You Roam

    As someone who has logged a lot of nights camping at festivals and on outdoor adventures, I understand the impact of a poor night’s sleep. Most of the time, I’ve had to compromise and force myself to sleep on my back, which is almost always a huge failure, resulting in a lot of tossing and turning. As technology improves and camping options become more bountiful, there are more choices than ever to get a great night’s sleep no matter what your camping setup is. Space Acaci
  • How The Secret Grove Collective Consistently Brings The Best Dance Music To Oregon’s Club Scene

    Portland, Oregon, has long been known as a creative hub on the West Coast, yet its music scene often gets overlooked compared to bigger cities like Seattle, San Francisco, and L.A. Specifically, in the club music scene, Portland frequently finds itself as a secondary market, with headlining acts playing in the larger cities up north or down south on weekends, oftentimes leaving Portland with midweek slots, if the A-tier headliners come at all. This pattern can hinder a city’s music scene f
  • PREMIERE: Nihil Young – Alone Again (Magnetic Magazine Recordings)

    The Magnetic Magazine family just got bigger.Italian producer Nihil Young is making his debut on our label next week with his track “Alone Again”. It’s an uplifting progressive house meets indie dance track that seamlessly blends the synths of the 80s with the infectious house groove that we all know and love.The track’s inspiration comes from Nihil Young’s previous relationships – “especially the abusive ones”, he says. “I wanted to create s
  • Is There A High Demand for Music Producers? How Those With “It” Will Stay Relevant in the AI Era

    Table of ContentsHow Being A “Music Producer” Has ChangedThe Role of AI in Music ProductionThe “It” FactorKey Traits Of The “It” Factor:Future-Proofing A Career As An ArtistTLDR; Don’t Get It TwistedThe music production game has changed a lot, especially over the past decade. With just a laptop and some software, anyone can start making beats and arranging it into a full track. But here’s the thing—just because it’s easy to get started
  • Suleiman Records Unveils Darem Aissa’s Latest EP with Stellar Remix Lineup

    Suleiman Records Unveils Darem Aissa’s Latest EP with Stellar Remix Lineup
    Darem Aissa returns to Suleiman Records with a fresh deep tech EP that exemplifies the label’s signature sound. This release features two original tracks by Aissa, complemented by a robust set of remixes from Cesare vs Disorder, Tadeo Catzin, and Jerome.c.Darem Aissa, a Montreal-based producer with roots in Acid Jazz and Micro Deep, has consistently used Suleiman Records as a platform to explore his unique blend of techy percussion, immersive atmospherics, and deep synths. His style has no
  • LEFTI’s “I Feel Energy” Lights Up Farris Wheel Recordings’ 2024 Roster

    LEFTI’s “I Feel Energy” Lights Up Farris Wheel Recordings’ 2024 Roster
    LEFTI is back and better than ever with his latest track, “I Feel Energy,” released on Farris Wheel Recordings. This track is more than just a release; it’s a statement that solidifies LEFTI’s place in the 2024 house music scene. Farris Wheel Recordings, known for its consistent output of high-caliber tracks, has once again struck gold by featuring LEFTI on their roster. “I Feel Energy” fits perfectly into the label’s legacy, bringing a fresh yet familia
  • The KRK Setup That Powers Mike Cerda’s Signature Sound

    Mike Cerda, a seasoned DJ and producer with over 25 years in the industry, has worked with top-tier artists like Shakira, Axwell & Ingrosso, and Maluma. His journey from Caracas, Venezuela, to international recognition has been shaped by his relentless pursuit of high-quality sound. In his Miami studio, Cerda relies on KRK V-Series V6 Powered Studio Monitors, the S10.4 Powered Studio Subwoofer, and KNS 8402 Studio Headphones to ensure his beats are clear, consistent, and true to his vision.C
  • Hiatus Shares an Emotive & Deep Electronica Tribute from 5th Album – ‘Matriarch’

    Hiatus dedicates the track to his late GrandmotherBritish-Iranian producer Hiatus now unveıls another track from his upcoming album, “Is.” The latest single, “Matriarch,” is a heartfelt tribute to his late grandmother, Aalam, and a celebration of female power in a country often defined by male narratives.Check out our latest piece on the new single from Fred Agaın“Matriarch” is an electronic elegy that blends western and Iranian musical styles. The t
  • Rommii Opens Up About New Emotional House Hit With Dev – ‘Deep End’

    Rommii has made quite the name for himself in the stutter house genre, racking up over 10M+ streams across DSPs, and festival performances at EDC Las Vegas, Ubbi Dubbi, Lost In Dreams. He’s brought a revitalizing sound to dance music, one that’s earned him a global fanbase and a eager anticipation as to what to expect next.He recently teamed up with hit singer/songwriter Dev, known for massive hits with The Cataracts such as “Fly Like A G6” and “Bass Down Low”
  • Solarstone presents. Pure Trance Radio Episode 415 (ft. Sam Laxton)

    Sam Laxton is on guest mix duties while Solarstone is on tour.
    James Kitcher & Adam Taylor – Utopia At Midnight (Sam Laxton Remix) [Pure Breaks]
    Solarstone & Sam Laxton – Dark Heart Breaks [Pure Breaks]
    Solarstone Ft. Lucia Holm – The Last Defeat (Pt. 2) (Sam Laxton Remix) [Pure Breaks]
    Stoneface & Terminal – Lose My Need (Sam Laxton Remix) [Pure Trance]
    Sam Laxton – Rocha [Pure Trance NEON]
06. Reflekt feat. Delline Bass – Need To Feel Loved
  • Solarstone’s Pure summer interview: “Music should never ever be an afterthought.”

    We check in with Mr. Pure himself – Solarstone – and ask him all about his summer, what’s ahead for Pure Trance, how the process of the new Solarstone album is going and more. Read on for an update on all things Pure! 
    Summer’s at its end here in Europe, how has it been treating you, Rich?
    Rich: “Summer for me has been mainly holidays! I spent a week in Majorca with my best mate and two of our kids  (we try to go every year with lots of snorkelling)  
  • Solar Call VA: A Groundbreaking Release from The Magic Sun Label, with Exclusive Insights from ÜNAM

    The Magic Sun, the label helmed by ÜNAM, continues to push boundaries with its latest release, “Solar Call VA.” This isn’t just another compilation; it’s a carefully curated project that brings together a diverse array of international artists, each contributing their unique sound while staying true to the label’s ethos.The Magic Sun has always been about more than just music—it’s about crafting experiences that resonate deeply with listeners, and &
  • Lifeline Expanse Review: Powerhouse or Just Another Plugin?

    Lifeline Expanse Review: Powerhouse or Just Another Plugin?
    Table of ContentsWhat Is Lifeline Expanse?Lifeline Expanse Review – The ProsAnd The Cons…Lifeline Console Vs Lifeline ExpansePlugins are dropping left, right, and center these days, each with flashy features trying to grab my hard-earned cash. Despite the flood of new tools and studio weapons, there’s a noticeable lack of solid multi-effects plugins that pack multiple functionalities into one cohesive interface. That’s where Excite Audio’s Lifeline Expanse comes in
  • Magnetic Mix 232: Deviu

    Magnetic Mix 232: Deviu
    Table of ContentsTracklistThe MixAfter the recent smashing success of his remix on David Hohme’s Where the Heart Is records, we wanted to showcase this release in a different light—a light that reflects how it’s meant to be played in a club-friendly DJ mix. It’s easy to get caught up in the hype of a single and forget that dance music is meant to be experienced in a seamless, long mix, with interplay between other tracks that inspire the artist and deliver that punch in t
  • “We’ll maintain our identity, even if we explore new styles” ARKADYAN interview

    ARKADYAN is a DJ and production collective known for blending organic and electronic sounds, incorporating elements from jazz, reggae, salsa, and Afro-house. In 2024, they secured their first Ibiza residency at Beachouse, a premier beach club in Playa d’en Bossa. Every Sunday from June 2 to September 15, ARKADYAN’s Voyage residency transformed the venue with immersive performances, combining live instrumental elements with deep, rhythmic DJ sets. Their shows, featuring artists like A
  • Fred Again.. Just Stand There Lyrics And Meaning: Merging Words And Music To Find A Deeper Message

    Fred Again.. Just Stand There Lyrics And Meaning: Merging Words And Music To Find A Deeper Message
    Table of ContentsFred Again.. Just Stand There LyricsFred Again.. Just Stand There MeaningImage Courtesy Of Atlantic RecordsFred Again.. has risen to stardom quickly due to his unique production style, which often blends poetically focused spoken word samples with a lo-fi, intimate quality, alongside his maestro-level skills in the studio. With the release of his latest album and a series of heart-wrenching, intimate, and masterfully produced singles, the sheer volume of quality he’s deliv
  • Novation Launchkey Mk4: The MIDI Controller Every Musician Needs

    Alright, folks, it’s time to talk about a game-changer in the world of MIDI controllers. Novation has just dropped the Launchkey Mk4, and it’s everything you’d want in a keyboard and more. It’s a complete reimagining of what a MIDI controller can be.
    If you’re in the business of making music—whether in your bedroom studio or on a stage in front of thousands—the Launchkey Mk4 is here to level up your game.Next-Level DAW IntegrationLet’s cut to the c
  • Same Same But Different Festival Pairs Eclectic Lineup With Holisitic & Wildly Fun Activations

    Just an hour outside of LA & San Diego, set against the beautiful backdrop of Lake Perris, Same Same But Different Festival is set to take place September 27-29 for it’s most exhilarating edition yet.
    Year after year they pair top tier electronic & indie artists with holistic activations and other playful experiences like dodgeball, floatie relay races, rare to find at other festivals. This year is no exception, including those activities plus welcoming big names Big Gigantic, Ganj

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