MTV firmed up its star-studded performance lineup today for the '2018 MTV EMAs' with the addition of international pop sensations Little Mix, pop star and 2016 host Bebe Rexha, global superstar DJ/producer David Guetta and multi-platinum recording artist Jason Derulo.
Rising pop songstress Ava Max has unveiled the gorgeous acoustic version of her infectious single “Sweet but Psycho” – out now via Atlantic Records. Released this summer, the single boasts nearly 60 million worldwide streams while the official video companion has garnered over 5 million views on YouTube alone (watch here).
Vice has teamed up with global multi-platinum recording artist Jason Derulo for their brand new collaborative single “Make Up” featuring rising pop songstress Ava Max – available now on all DSPs via Atlantic Records. Arriving today with an equally high energy and sultry video companion, the track fuses Derulo's silky falsetto with Max's irresistible vocals for the ultimate “kiss-and-make-up” anthem. PAPER Magazine has already called the collaboration a “bop” describing the song and video as a “mix of sultry and upbeat pop funk.”
The DJ Mag Top 100 DJs Poll results are in. Dutch DJ/Producer Martin Garrix has retained the crown of 'World's No.1 DJ' for a third consecutive year, since becoming the youngest ever to be voted the World's No.1 DJ back in 2016.
Global multi-platinum recording artist Jason Derulo today released the official video for his latest single “Goodbye” with David Guetta featuring Nicki Minaj and Willy William. Watch the video below!
Illusive Presents, Frontier Touring and HIT Network are bursting with excitement to reveal the explosive final act for RNB Fridays Live 2018 - the one and only Taio Cruz! The British legend will be joining the most stacked RNB lineup Australia has ever seen, featuring Usher, Lil Jon, Salt N Pepa, T-Pain, Trey Songz, Eve, Naughty By Nature, Ginuwine, Estelle, Next, Horizon, Yo! Mafia, and your host, Fatman Scoop.
Swedish singer/songwriter Clara Mae has premiered an intimate new visual for the title track off her debut EP Sorry For Writing All The Songs About You(available now via Big Beat Records) which collectively boasts over 35 million worldwide streams to date.
Known worldwide for his own releases on labels such as Axtone, Spinnin' and Subliminal, as well as running his very own Kryteria label and radio show syndicated to over 100 FM stations, Kryder has teamed up with Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter and producer Sam Martin, who has written for the likes of Jason Derulo, Maroon 5 and Ziggy Marley. Having premiered on Spinnin' Records' After Summer Mix, this release showcases Martin's stunning tone and Kryder's diversity in the scene.
Despite the hectic tour schedule, his weekly A State Of Trance radio show and all preparations for his unique Gaia show during Amsterdam Dance Event next week, Armin van Buuren hasn't been sitting still in the studio. Today, the Grammy-nominated, globally renowned artist unleashed a brand-new single called 'Wild Wild Son', released on Amsterdam-based record label Armada Music.
Welcoming a selection of electronic, urban and hip hop music's biggest names to the Dominican Republic this December, Juanillo Beach in Cap Cana will be the destination for Electric Paradise Music and Art Festival. Widely recognized as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, the golden sands of Juanillo will house an array of party goers in idyllic conditions with J Balvin, Major Lazer, Cardi B, KSHMR, Don Diablo, Ozuna, Wiz Khalifa and Disclosure performing at the sun-soaked paradise.
It's been 10 years since Spotify officially launched for fans. Since October 2008, fans all over the world have enjoyed a decade of music discovery, finding new artists and tracks to fall in love with and rediscovering old favorites. Spotify now has 180 million monthly active listeners across 65 countries. And as of August 31, 2018, they've paid over 10 billion euros to rights holders since launch. Spotify has a music library of over 40 million songs and podcasts, and 3 billion-plus user-created playlists. And to date, over 2,000 genres have been identified on Spotify, among them Wonky (electronic music characterized by synths with unusual time signatures), Shimmer Pop (a Swedish cousin of indie pop and indietronica), and British Blues (the blues … with a British flavor).
Heralded as one of the most exciting and forward-thinking ambassadors of pop at every turn Charli XCX marks the pop collaboration of the year with her new single “1999” alongside Troye Sivan. Charlotte Aitchison, aka Charli XCX, penned “1999” with Sivan – who is also featured on vocals – and the single's accompanying writers Noonie Bao, Brett McLaughlin, and Oscar Holter, who also produced the track. A bass-laced juggernaut beaming with nostalgia, “1999” binds Charli's commercial intellect with her innovative instincts, feeling as infectious as it does rebellious – listen below!
The 2018 MTV EMA nominees have been revealed. Camila Cabello is the most nominated artist with nods in six categories including 'Best Artist' and 'Best Video' for 'Havana' featuring Young Thug. Ariana Grande and Post Malone are very close behind with five nominations each. Drake, Shawn Mendes and Dua Lipa also snagged an impressive number of nods with nominations in four categories each.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Top 100 DJs poll. As part of this landmark year, DJ Mag have a series of epic historical content to release in the run-up to what is set to be the largest turn-out for the poll yet. As part of this landmark year and to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the landmark poll, DJ Mag will be running a 25-day social media countdown starting on 25th September.
DBA (Downes Braide Association) perform their first ever live show at Trading Boundaries on Friday 28th September, with a special showcase for their latest album Skyscraper Souls. The evening is sponsored by Prog Magazine.
Sounds Like Nashville said it best: “Switzerland may be neutral but one of their most talented exports is about to invade America.” Singer/songwriter Bastian Baker honored the late Leonard Cohen on his birthday with a 'stunning' (HuffPost) performance of “Hallelujah” during a stop on Shania Twain's Now World Tour exclusively on HuffPost. The tour, recently nominated for Concert Tour of 2018 at the “E! People's Choice Awards,” kicked off its trek of the U.K. on Wednesday night (9/19).
After focusing on stellar original compositions for the first two Kryteria releases, launching alongside Steve Angello with 'Romani' before teaming up with Colombian rising star Cato Anaya on 'La Cumbiambera', Kryder demonstrates his ability to rework anthems into modern bangers, as he drafts in long-time production partner Tom Staarto remix arguably one of Basement Jaxx's defining musical offerings 'Bingo Bango', originally released on their debut album 'Remedy' which reached #13 in the UK chart and #1 in the US Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. With previous collaborative efforts coming in the form of remixes for the likes of Armin Van Buuren as well as originals on labels such as Spinnin', SIZE and the pair's label Cartel, it was only fitting that the pair joined forces to remix such an esteemed track.
Sounds Like Nashville said it best: “Switzerland may be neutral but one of their most talented exports is about to invade America.” Singer/songwriter Bastian Baker honored the late Leonard Cohen on his birthday with a 'stunning' (HuffPost) performance of “Hallelujah” during a stop on Shania Twain's Now World Tour exclusively on HuffPost today (9/21). The tour, recently nominated for Concert Tour of 2018 at the “E! People's Choice Awards,” kicked off its trek of the U.K. on Wednesday night (9/19).
Dutch DJ and producer Sophie Francis is back with a fresh new tune taking us to the next stop on her already impressive journey to the top. With her new single 'Stay Up', Sophie presents a feel good love letter winning over all our hearts. The track is opened by a joyful whistle, tender piano cords, summer felt guitar riff and a warm and devoted male vocal. Its melodic beat intertwined with uplifting and bouncy synth stabs, makes you want to sing-a-long and stay up all night!
Swedish singer/songwriter Clara Mae has released her debut EP Sorry For Writing All The Songs About You – available today via Big Beat Records. The 6-track collection was heralded by the release of latest single “Rooftop,” with a stunning Andreas Öhman & Dani Miltenberger-directed video companion (watch here).
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