Amsterdam Tastemakers VBX Celebrate 10 Year Anniversary With Epic Party and European Tour 

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The opening party kicks off with Voigtmann, Praslea, Reiss, Zip, Ion Ludwig, Francesco del Garda and more….
Amsterdam’s cultured VBX party has now been at the forefront of the underground for a decade so naturally the crew is to celebrate this momentous occasion in epic fashion. On March 18th they are to throw a 2-day bender across some of their favourite hometown clubs: Loft, Lofi and Bret are firm favourites with house heads and much loved VBX selectors including Francesco del Garda and Voigtmann will be matched up with pioneers of the genre like Zip and Praslea. Fresh faces such as Junki Inoue and Malika will also join as will local pillar of the scene and resident Reiss with more parties to come in London, Paris, Barcelona, Zurich, Athens, Berlin, Dhermi and Sofia.


From their first official event under the VBX banner on the 25th of August 2012 up to summer 2014, the crew went through a process of learning by doing. Different locations, combinations of sounds and the likes were all part of the process that made their search for their sonic and cultural identity so rewarding. The first milestone came in the form of hosting during ADE 2014 at Warehouse Elementenstraat. Ricardo Villalobos, Raresh, Zip and Fumiya Tanaka all featured but the party didn’t stop when the club closed. As the saying goes “full power, no shower, afterhours!” And so it was that the party continued for what seemed like an eternity at Cruquiusgilde. The charming ‘Cruq’ became the first real VBX stomping ground and a crucial part of their story. It was a place of freedom, diversity and expression that allowed resident DJs to hone their skills and like-minded souls to connect on the dance floor. It was the genesis of a real scene. 


After the closure of Cruquiusgilde in 2016 the VBX crew found new homes in the purpose built club Shelter and Bret; the red shipping containers turned restaurant fitted with an L-Acoustics sound system for the occasional event. In the years that followed, both venues gained international notoriety mainly due to ADE and Kingsday benders with VBX and their brothers and sisters from other misters Slapfunk. The momentum became perpetual and the culture expanded and flourished. 


In the here and now Amsterdam has one of the highest concentrations of quality clubs, events and line-ups in the world. VBX are the city’s standard-bearers for classy minimalist sonic sorcery and have inspired many in their own country and abroad to reinterpret the learnings and create for themselves. Consequently, a kind of diversification in sound palette and culture without restrictive border drawing can be experienced. A scene in active evolution.


After the grand kickoff in March, VBX will take flight all over Europe, and even further afield.  Those infatuated by their special sauce will soon get their fair share in London, Paris, Barcelona, Zurich, Athens, Berlin, Dhermi and Sofia with many more to be confirmed. Please fasten your seatbelts, prepare for a thrilling ride and keep your eyes peeled for details through VBX social channels and their mailing list.
Saturday Daytime
18th March 2023
Amsterdam
Voigtmann
Praslea & Reiss
Malika
Saturday Night
18th March 2023
Amsterdam
Zip
Ion Ludwig
Francesco del Garda
Christian Ab
Sunday
19th March 2023
Amsterdam
Makcim
Junki Inoue
Frank Haag
Doudou MD
Alexia Glensy

Joseph Capriati Brings his Metamorfosi Party to HERE at Outernet in London

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Joseph Capriati is pleased to present the big debut of his brand event in London on 18th February 2023 when he brings his celebrated Metamorfosi concept to HERE at Outernet. The Italian headliner will be joined by Archie Hamilton and Fleur Shore. 
Operation Hours: 7pm – 2am UK Time.
Joseph had a huge year in 2022 and ended it as a resident on the legendary BBC1 Radio throughout November. He really showed the breadth and depth of his sound across several shows which explored a wide range of house, techno, groovy, personal influences and much more. 
 
That came after a big summer in which the Neapolitan made a big impact in Ibiza at Amnesia with his carefully curated Metamorfosi parties. They were immersive showcases of his skills and will return more frequently to Ibiza in summer 2023. Following Joseph’s wide-ranging debut album Metamorfosi on his own Redimension label he continues to play major clubs and festivals all over the world.
 
The venue is a cutting edge mid-sized space with state-of-the-art light and sound. It will be transformed with unique and spectacular production for this one-off Metamorfosi event. This party will be a chance to catch Joseph serve up his signature sounds next to UK favourite Archie Hamilton who heads up his own Moscow Records and has released on the likes of Dansu Discs and of course Fuse London. They are joined by Fleur Shore, a UK techno powerhouse and resident for TRMNL, as well as a deep digging DJ with real technical skill. 
 
Metamorfosi London promises to be an unmissable techno showcase from some of the scene’s finest talents. 

Polygon Live’s Stage Technology Blows Artists and Fans Away at Recent Festivals

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After two back-to-back shows at Soundstorm in Saudi Arabia and Wonderfruit in Thailand, Polygon Live has established its position at the cutting edge of live 3D experiences. In everything it does, it continues to redefine how we interact with live music.
A short survey conducted during the festivals revealed that 70% rated Polygon an 8, 9 or 10 out of 10 for live experiences, and over 60% of people would seek out a festival that had a 3D space now that they had seen one. “It’s hard to go to another stage once you’ve experienced Polygon,” one respondent said, while another added, “I think this is the best live experience I’ve ever had in my life”.

The dazzling line-up that performed at Polygon was similarly blown away. Pioneering electronic artist Viken Arman described the Polygon space as “by far the best stage ever made”, and psychedelic house producer Mita Gami loved its “perfect sound, hypnotic lighting, and floor full of love”. Brazilian DJ Reple said it was “definitely the most special show I’ve ever done so far. Closing this stage was a dream come true.”

Polygon is made possible by a team of groundbreaking sound, lighting, engineering and design professionals. Together, they build a hemispherical truss and rig it with a system powered by L-Acoustics’ trailblazing L-ISA technology. L-ISA allows the artist to place and move individual elements of the mix around or above the audience, in a 360-degree dome of sound. The result is an intimate, unique experience that brings a feeling of connection to audience and artist alike.

Hosted by MDL Beast, Soundstorm is the largest music festival in the Middle East. In early December, it welcomed approximately 700,000 people through its gates over three days. For the first time since Polygon came into being in 2018, representatives from L-Acoustics, the manufacturer behind the sound technology Polygon uses, were able to see the system in action at Soundstorm. Laurent Vaissié, CEO of L-Acoustics, had this to say:

“Polygon has taken the electronic music festival to an art form. Their commitment to providing the absolute best, multi-sensory environment is revolutionary and a transcendental experience that every serious dance music lover needs to experience. We are thankful to share and support their vision through L-ISA’s immersive content creation and full 360 system deployment at Soundstorm and Wonderfruit. Polygon is leading the way for curated music experiences, we can’t wait to see where they will take it next.”

Says Polygon CEO Nico Elliott, “Soundstorm was an opportunity to bring our team members back together after the pandemic and see where our innovation and creativity had taken us in those years. It was a blank canvas — our favourite kind of space.”

Meanwhile, Thailand’s Wonderfruit — a celebration of art, music, food and ideas — holds a special place in Polygon’s heart as it was the place where Polygon first came to life. “Seeing Wonderful return in late 2022 for the first time since Covid was a meaningful moment for us all,” Elliott adds.

Soundstorm and Wonderfruit were Polygon’s post-pandemic launchpad. From here, the team is intent on bringing its space to the world, and revealing to music lovers the true power of a technically state of the art, creatively infinite, and exquisitely curated stage.

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Wonderfruit 2022 Media Highlights
MDL Beast Media Highlights

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John Digweed’s Bedrock welcomes Lopezhouse with a new EP titled «Iraila» 

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Lopezhouse return to Bedrock after their debut album ‘Apollo’ came last year as part of the groundbreaking Quattro Artists release. Over the last ten years the pair of David López and Carlos Cruz have really excelled with their emotive and stylish sounds and now their Iraila EP is their fourth single release on Bedrock.

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Iraila opens up with deep rolling grooves and scintillating chords. They are layered up over the drums and bring a sense of spiritual awakening that will make a truly impressive impact in the club when the whole thing finally peaks. Motorstellar sinks into an equally deep vibe with more smooth drums and icy percussion. Another smart breakdown gets the hairs standing on end before the tune carries you away once more.

This is another winning EP from Lopezhouse.

Artist(s): Lopezhouse

Title: Iraila

Record Label: Bedrock

Cat.Number: BEDDIGI207

Release Date: 13th January 2023

Tracklist:

1) Iraila

2) Motorstella

Argy & Goom Gum Join Forces to Deliver “Pantheon” on Afterlife

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Afterlife’s 2023 campaign commences with this collaborative single from Argy and two-man outfit Goom Gum.
 
 
 
The trio get together for the first time on this cut, pouring their respective energies into a powerful composition. ‘Pantheon’ utilises a rousing vocal symphony, with a rolling bassline, an urgent melody and a goosebump-inducing breakdown to devastating effect.
 
Artist(s): Argy, Goom Gum
Title: Pantheon
Record Label: Afterlife
Cat.Number: AL073
Release Date: 13th January 2023
 
Tracklist:
1) Pantheon (Original Mix) 
2) Pantheon (Extended Mix)
 

We Belong Here Festival Finalises Line-up

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Kaskade, Themba, Lane 8, Yotto and James Hype complete the bill
Common Ground Presents: We Belong Here is not your average festival: this newly expanded two day getaway offers a boutique experience at Miami’s stunning Virginia Key Beach Park. The final line up includes headliners Korolova, Themba Kaskade Redux (3 Hour Set), Lane 8 (3 Hour Sunset Set), James Hype (Sunset Set), Gioli & Assia, Calussa b2b Malone, Francis Mercier, Chapter & Verse, Yotto, Luke Alexander, Bryan Softwell and Lucky Rose. Tickets start at $159 for full weekend VIP Admission and are available here.
We Belong Here is about enriching your soul as well as tickling your earbuds. It is a positive, life-affirming experience with a warm and friendly crowd reflected by an equally diverse line-up. The breathtaking location is an 863-acre barrier island with expansive wetlands, scenic beaches and sweeping views of the bay, all with the Atlantic breaking on the beach and spine-tingling sunsets. It will be transformed into a pop-up club with sophisticated production across three unique stages.
Chief amongst them is the circular stage known as the first ever 360 experience. It is a unique way to be fully immersed in music as you dance at the centre of the action with sound all around. The high quality amenities are open to all and include lounge seating and trailer style restrooms for a truly lux experience.
The cultured line-up is completed with the likes of Weissmann, Damelo, DCAL, Tessla, Ross, Ora, DJ Zev, Stello, Stixx and many more.
The stunning scene is now set and all thoughts have turned to that first magical dance at We Belong Here. Make sure you are part of it by getting your tickets here.

SXM Festival reveals first wave for 2023 feat. Apollonia, Gene On Earth, Marco Carola, Raresh, Sonja Moonear, Astra Club (DJ Tennis B2B Carlita), Demi Riquisimo, Doc Martin, SIS, Francesca Lombardo, Konstantin Sibold, Rodriquez Jr. (live) and more

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SXM Festival returns from March 8-12, 2023 for a musical and cultural experience like no other. It is the only festival in the world that takes over an entire island – the Caribbean gem of Saint Martin | Sint Maarten – and is the ultimate destination experience. Prepare for a week of world-class electronic music immersed in stylish, sumptuous, and often surreal locations dotted around this idyllic island. Beach, villa, and boat parties, hilltop sunrise sessions and peak-time boho parties are all featured alongside French style champagne sipping afternoons by the pool, incredible food, boat activities, and culturally diverse explorations. Define your own unique adventure and rest assured that every day will be different – one never to forget.
Since its debut in 2016, SXM Festival has proven to be so much more than just another festival. This life-enriching experience quickly became one of the most talked about musical gatherings in the world. It’s a mix of Caribbean, French and Dutch culture, with an audience of worldly adventurers from over 35 countries and local enthusiasts gathering for some of the best underground electronic music talent on the planet. SXM Festival is a 5-day and 5-night electronic music escape and breeding ground for musical experimentation and discovery – eclipsed only by the beauty of the festival’s host location.
SXM Festival’s 2023 lineup features many of the most celebrated names in the international house and techno scene. The bill is led by Grammy-nominated, triple platinum production duo CamelPhat, Music On leader Marco Carola, pioneering electronic producer Dubfire, and the musical experience of Astra Club – a b2b set from DJ Tennis and Carlita. Additional highlights include beloved Italian artist Francesca Lombardo, the reinvented house sensation Gordo, and Brazilian stand out DJ and producer Mochakk, along with the return of Swiss favorite Sonja Moonear following her memorable 2022 performance and a live set from visionary melodic house and techno veteran Rodriguez Jr.
The lineup’s global depth extends further with emergent West African DJ and producer AMÉMÉ, Palestinian DJ Maher Daniel, French exports Apollonia and YokoO, Berlin-based DJ and producer Gene On Earth, and German producer and co-founder of the Common Sense People event series Konstantin Sibold. A diversity of styles round out the lineup from the likes of acclaimed selector Doc Martin, Moscow Records and Moss Co. imprint head Archie Hamilton, the mystical melodic sounds of Deer Jade, and psychedelic house producer Mita Gami among others.
The party venues are simply incredible, starting with the legendary Happy Bay. The secluded private beach nestled in the jungle serves as the main evening venue and is home to the iconic Arc Main Stage and the immersive Ocean Stage. Other highlights include Boho Beach Club, the perfect place to chill out and escape during the day, and the infamous Villa Party, accessible only with a VIP ticket. Experience a revival of the luxury only bygone movie idols of the 60s jetset have lived, combined with modern-day luxury and design. This party is definitely one of the highlights of the festival. This exclusive estate, Sandyline, is a showcase for the chic, a day time rendez-vous for your inner rock star.
VIP Ticket holders receive access to exclusive areas with lush amenities at Happy Bay, priority table service, a chill-out area, a dedicated VIP bar and special cocktails, pop-up bars, VIP washroom, surprises and more.
VIP Ticket holders are also guaranteed first access to the ultra-exclusive limited capacity Satellite events; The Panorama Party and Boat Party. The Panorama Party gives attendees the chance to party at the peak of Sint Maarten’s highest mountain with breathtaking 360-degree views of the best Caribbean sunset. That Venue has been used for the Cercle live stream and has to be seen to be believed. Other Satellite Parties include the Boat Party, setting sail at sunset on the largest lagoon in the Caribbean. Also this year, a new Catamaran Cruise will take 100 people to the most beautiful spots with food, drinks, swimming and a surprise DJ. VIP Tickets also allow advanced table bookings for each venue.
Those seeking the best possible experience should book their Villa directly with SXM Festival for added benefits such as Private Airport transfer, Admission directly in the Villa, Ultra VIP parking at Happy Bay, Dedicated VIP Host & Concierge Services, Priority Table Service, Photo Shoot, Pre-Festival styling sessions, hosted backstage visit and more.
For the 6th edition, the event will continue to build upon its deep connection with the cultural and ecological fabric of the beautiful host locale of Saint Martin | Sint Maarten. SXM Festival is also dedicated to leaving a smaller footprint and helping replenish natural environments. With initiatives that include going paperless, planting palm trees, saving energy with LED and solar lights, and eliminating plastic waste throughout the festival while collaborating year after year with local talents, it is the mission of SXM Festival to become increasingly sustainable throughout their growth. The festival also has a no-trace policy: every venue is transformed to be more beautiful at the end of each event.
Whether you are a returning vet or a first-timer, SXM Festival and the beautiful island of Saint Martin | Sint Maarten holds rich cultural surprises behind each twist and turn. It is truly a sum of its parts and a voyage of a lifetime.
Tickets for SXM Festival will be available to purchase on Friday, January 13th. Those interested in purchasing passes or learning more can head to their official website. The Phase Two lineup will also  be announced at the end of January with more exciting artists.
SXM Festival 2023 Lineup (A-Z):
AMÉMÉ
Apollonia
Archie Hamilton
Astra Club (DJ Tennis B2B Carlita)
CamelPhat
Chaim
Deer Jade
Demi Riquisimo
Doc Martin
Dubfire
Francesca Lombardo
Gene On Earth
Gordo
Jenia Tarsol
Konstantin Sibold
Maher Daniel
Marco Carola
Mita Gami
Mochakk
Raresh
Rodriguez Jr. (Live)
SIS
Sonja Moonear
Tony Y Not
YokoO
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Filth on Acid start the year strong with Samsara EP from Reinier Zonneveld & HI-LO

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Reinier Zonneveld and HI-LO continue their superb collaborative work with another pair of bangers on Filth on Acid. ‘Samsara’, out via Filth On Acid, comes just in time to ring in the new year with it’s fat-bottomed bassline bound to heat up dancefloors worldwide. After another goldmine of a studio session, Reinier and HI-LO will drop ‘Nirvana’ on January 6th.
This pair has served up plenty of winners already such as Saw Of Olympus, Balearic Mornings, Existencia, and String Theory. Now once again they bring all their experiences to the studio after having had a huge 2022 as solo artists with plenty of big tunes and headline shows all over the world.
Nirvana and Samsara are two cuts that encourage you to lose your mind on the dance floor while dreaming amongst the melodies. Samsara has machine gun synths that fire like lasers across the uplifting trance chords. The drums are so heavy they will rattle the walls and it all makes for a powerful tune. Nirvana has a real sense of techno funk with intoxicating Middle Eastern vocal sounds over hard edged drums and with bright synth work.
This is a brilliant way to kick off 2023 in top techno fashion.
Artist(s): Reinier Zonneveld, HI-LO
Title: Samsara
Record Label: Filth on Acid
Cat.Number: FOA123
Release Date: 6th January 2023 [Beatport (2 weeks)],
20th January 2023 (general release)
Tracklist : 
1) Samsara

2) Nirvana

Sonus Festival announces phase one for 10th anniversary in 2023

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Dates: 20th – 24th August 2023

ARTBAT, I Hate Models, Kölsch, Marco Carola & more have all been unveiled

2023 will see Sonus celebrate 10 years at the very forefront of Croatia’s underground festival scene. Returning from 20th to 24th of August, next year’s special edition will see another world class line-up of international talents on the gorgeous shores of Zrce beach on Croatia’s famous party island Pag. The first wave of names include favourites like Ricardo Villalobos, Richie Hawtin, Diplo, Paula Temple, Sven Väth, Seth Troxler, ANNA, Vintage Culture, Deborah De Luca, Lilly Palmer, Marco Carola, Sama’ Abdulhadi, The Martinez Brothers, Loco Dice, Maceo Plex, Kobosil, Kölsch, Innellea, Indria Paganotto and many more.

Sonus has brought rare underground quality and a real music-first policy to the shores of Zrce Beach for a decade now. In that time it has become known for its high quality production and world class sound systems. People flock from all over the world to dance at three of the best open air clubs on the continent and a real who’s who of international house and techno talent has played over the years.

The location is a stunning one that submerges you deep in the natural beauty of the sweeping beaches, glistening ocean, towering palm trees and three of DJ Mag’s Top 100 Clubs – Aquarius, Kalypso and Papaya. They offer endless chances to dance under the hot sun or by a flame red sunset with pool parties and the famous boat parties all keeping the good vibes alive. The music will play non stop from dusk till dawn for five days and nights and there are plenty of quiet spots and secluded bays to explore as well as a wealth of sun loungers and meandering coastal walks to enjoy.
Musically Sonus mixes fan favourites with underground prodigies and that is the same again this year with all corners of the house and techno spectrum represented. There will also be a special air of excitement to this year’s Sonus as the festival marks 10 years of partying in paradise.

Make sure you are part of history by securing your tickets now.
FIRST WAVE HEADLINERS A – Z
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Adiel
Adriatique
Andrea Oliva
ANNA
ARTBAT
Ben Böhmer
Clara Cuvé
Dax J
Deborah De Luca
Dennis Cruz
Diplo
FJAAK DJ
Héctor Oaks
I Hate Models
Indira Paganotto
Innellea
Jaden Thompson
Klangkuenstler
Kobosil
Kölsch
Lilly Palmer
Loco Dice
Maceo Plex
Marco Carola
MARRØN
Mathame
Mochakk
PAN-POT
Patrick Mason
Paula Temple
PAWSA
Ricardo Villalobos
Richie Hawtin
Sam Paganini
Sama’ Abdulhadi
Seth Troxler
Somewhen
Sven Väth
The Martinez Brothers
Trym
Vintage Culture
Yulia Niko

Marco Faraone x Stella Bossi deliver a new single “3 DAYS AWAKE” on FILTH ON ACID 

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Techno mavens Marco Faraone and Stella Bossi have officially joined forces, coming together for the formidable techno whomper, ‘3 DAYS AWAKE’. Inspired by the demanding life of a globally touring DJ, the new release checks all the boxes for an unadulterated rave weapon, from its infectious hook and stomping beat to its dynamic percussion and deep, percolating acid synths. A track that’s guaranteed to shift your reality, ‘3 DAYS AWAKE’ is set for a December 16release on Reinier Zonneveld’s very own Filth on Acid.

Sometimes when two people meet, there’s simply a click. This is exactly what happened when Marco Faraone and Stella Bossi casually met during their recent South American tours. Both artists were performing in Santiago de Chile that weekend and after a long day spent hanging around and drinking salty beer, the idea of making a track together just seemed like the thing to do. It wasn’t long before a heartpounding beat fell into place, but it was clear that something was missing. A few days later, Marco wanted to add a vocal but Stella mentioned that the days touring were heavy, she literally was awake for 3 days– Friday, Saturday, Sunday, nonstop! Marco fell in love with this phrase and asked Stella to record it by phone in the hotel. A hook was born. Both fell in love with the idea and after exporting that voicenote into Ableton, they decided to work it into their track, combining Marco’s voice with Stella’s unmistakable recording. The result was absolutely amazing, the perfect repetitive hook and an experience that many clubbers around the world can relate to. This is a common language directed to ravers and music lovers. Now, can you be “3 DAYS AWAKE?”

It’s been an incredible year for the Italian-born, Barcelona-based Marco Faraone, including headlining gigs at Amnesiain Ibiza, as well as releases on his own label UNCAGE, Defected, We Are The Brave, and now the infamously hard-hitting Filth On Acid. Playing the perfect musical counterpart to Marco Faraone on this release is the Berlin-based Stella Bossi, who has been just as on form this year. Her high impact techno has built a reputation for wowing crowds all round the world and her The Beat Must Fuck label continues to make big move after big move.

Witness two techno titans joining forces for the turbulent Filth on Acid single ‘3 DAYS AWAKE’. Driven by bold, raw percussion and an eerily dark vocal sample, this is the perfect soundtrack for any weekend– from start to finish.

Find the new release out via Reinier Zonneveld’s Filth on Acid on December 16.

Artist(s): Marco Faraone, Stella Bossi
Title: 3 DAYS AWAKE
Record Label: Filth On Acid
Cat.Number: FOA122
Release Date: 16th December 2022 [Beatport (2 weeks)], 30th December 2022 (all other download stores)

Tracklist :
1) 3 DAYS AWAKE