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Electric Forest 2019 To Be Only One Weekend

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/electric-forest-2019-to-be-only-one-weekend/

Due to work intended to improve the site of Electric Forest in general, the event will be held only one weekend in 2019 (June 27-29).

To help protect and curate the improvements at Sherwood Forest, the two weekend festival will be reduced to one to minimize the impact of the event.

It is unknown if/when the event will return to two weekends.

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Orbital's New LP 'Monsters Exist', US Tour + LA Ticket Giveaway!

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/orbitals-new-lp-monsters-exist-us-tour-la-ticket-giveaway/

Orbital is gearing up for a stateside tour in support of their recently released LP Monsters Exist. The LP sees Paul and Phil reconnecting with their musical roots as well as with each other following a four year hiatus. Tracks on Monsters Exist include “P.H.U.K.U.”, “The End Is Nigh”, “Tiny Foldable Cities”, and “There Will Come A Time (We Will Die).” Check out their videos and Soundclouds below!

The duo’s first shows in the states in six years kick off next week on December 4th at the Brooklyn Steel in New York, December 6th at the Midway in San Francisco, and ends on December 8th at the Belasco Theater presented by KCRW in Los Angeles. Energized by their reunion and inspired by the current state of the world, Orbital will reimagine old school classics like “Chime” as well as “Halcyon On and On.” Paul Hartnoll said the following in a recent interview:

“When we play live, the songs have developed and changed over the years. They’re similar to how they were obviously but there’s nice little changes and additions. Let’s dance while we can.”

Orbital’s December Tour Dates + Tickets:

4th Brooklyn Steel, New York 6th Midway, San Francisco 8th Belasco Theater presented by KCRW, Los Angeles

EDM Life is happy to be giving away a pair of tickets to Orbital’s upcoming show on December 8th at the Belasco Theater presented by KCRW in Los Angeles. Enter to win below!

Win a pair of tickets to see Orbital in LA on Dec 8th at the Belasco!

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Swedish House Mafia Headlines Creamfields 2019 + Announces 3 Additional Tour Dates

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/swedish-house-mafia-headlines-creamfields-2019-announces-3-more-tour-dates/

Following months of rumors and speculation, the electronic supergroup, Swedish House Mafia, will be returning to the UK in 2019 to headline the last day of the 4 day festival, Creamfields. The trio are set to perform on Sunday, August 25th during the Bank Holiday weekend.

Axwell, Sebastian, and Steve commented the following on their return to the UK:

“The UK truly is our second home, whether it be at our very first Creamfields – or our last Milton Keynes Bowl, we want to bring it back to the festival.  We’ve missed you guys and we can’t wait for festival season! See you at Creamfields!”

General admission tickets for Creamfields 2019 go on sale this Friday, November 30th at 10am (GMT). Fans can sign up here to receive an exclusive link to purchase tickets an hour before anyone else.

In addition to Creamfields, Swedish House Mafia announced three additional dates in 2019 for their Revamp Tour. The three dates include Tinderbox in Denmark on June 29th, Stavernfestivalen in Norway on July 12th, and Frequency Festival in Austria on August 16th.

We missed you guyshttps://t.co/lO2NfmfQjv pic.twitter.com/QXxthEpI71

— Swedish House Mafia (@swedishousemfia) November 28, 2018

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Famed Berghain denier doorman Sven Marquardt gets a thumbs down trying to enter Sydney Nightclub!

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/famed-berghain-denier-doorman-sven-marquardt-gets-a-thumbs-down-trying-to-enter-sydney-nightclub/

In a bit of news which will make some of you chuckle, the famous (infamous?) Berlin doorman Sven Marquardt known for his thumb down to many a clubber attempting entry into Berghain was himself denied entry into a club in Sydney Australia recently. Marquardt, in town for an exhibition of his photography, attempted to enter a club but was said to be denied due to his facial piercings. (We heard off the record apparently he wasn’t wearing enough black as well).

H/T: https://www.bz-berlin.de/berlin/wegen-gesichtstattoo-mr-berghain-sven-marquardt-kam-in-club-nicht-rein

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Disco Donnie Presents Worldwide 'Ubbi Dubbi' Festival Phase 1 Lineup with Boombox Cartel, Destructo, Zeds Dead, Keys N Krates + More!

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/disco-donnie-presents-worldwide-ubbi-dubbi-festival-phase-1-lineup-with-boombox-cartel-destructo-zeds-dead-keys-n-krates-more/

Disco Donnie Presents Worldwide recently announced the Phase 1 lineup of its inaugural Ubbi Dubbi festival set to take place next year on Panther Island in Forth Worth, Texas on April 27 and 28. The Phase 1 lineup includes Boombox Cartel, Borgore, Destructo, Galantis, Ganja White Night, Golf Clap, Illenium, Tchami, Weiss, Zeds Dead and more with an additional 25 artists that will be announced for Phase 2 in the upcoming weeks. Ubbi Dubbi will feature electronic music over three stages with light show designs under the stars throughout the weekend. The theme for the festival centers on two best friends, Ubbi and Dubbi, on Panther Island that’s in a fork on the Trinity River in Forth Worth, Texas. The character, Dubbi, loves dubstep and his best friend, Ubbi, loves house as well as techno. Tickets are available here for DDP Worldwide’s Ubbi Dubbi festival!

Phase 1 Lineup (in alphabetical order):

  ARMNHMR

Boombox Cartel

Borgore

Born Dirty

Codes

Destructo

Dion Timmer

Eli Brown

Galantis

Ganja White Night

Golf Clap

Illenium

Joyryde

Keys N Krates

Matroda

Omnom

Said the Sky

Slander

Space Jesus

Tchami

Weiss

Zeds Dead

Stage host; Deadbeats

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After weeks of drama, Ultra Miami confirms Virginia Key as their new home

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After being booted from its downtown Miami home of the past several years, Ultra and the City of Miami have entered into an agreement for the festival to take place at nearby Virginia Key.

The agreement is for multiple years however the City can end the contract at their option after next year if the event is seen as a headache.

Ultra has agreed to pay a rental fee of $2 million for the right to hold the festival.

During the past several weeks several roadblocks have arisen such as the agreement already in place for the Rapture Music Festival at the same general location (the fate of this event is unknown) as well as Key Biscayne residents protesting the move and a smear campaign launched as well.

The event’s new location will allow it to end at 2AM rather than before midnight (11pm on Sunday) as well as a greater capacity than at its prior location.

Regardless, one of the most well known EDM music festivals in the world has a new home for the time being and potentially for years to come.

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Factory 93 Presents Jamie Jones B2B The Martinez Brothers at the Hollywood Palladium

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Insomniac announced yesterday that Jamie Jones and The Martinez Brothers will come together for a seven-hour, open-to-close, B2B set at the Hollywood Palladium on Saturday, December 29. Factory 93 will be presenting the label head of Hot Creations and Paradise, Jamie Jones, as well as the head honchos of Cuttin Headz, The Martinez Brothers. Tickets go on sale this Thursday, November 15 at noon (PST).

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UPDATE: 7 Additional Sound Tulum Parties! 4 Weeks of Tulum Parties with Ben Klock, Richie Hawtin, The Martinez Brothers, Rødhåd, Seth Troxler, Damian Lazarus, John Digweed, Sasha, Luciano + Many More

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/4-weeks-of-tulum-parties-with-ben-klock-richie-hawtin-the-martinez-brothers-rodhad-seth-troxler-damian-lazarus-john-digweed-sasha-luciano-many-more/

Tulum, Mexico is the place to end the year and bring in the new for fans of underground electronic music. Four weeks of music will be taking place in one of Riviera Maya’s most important archeological areas by the Caribbean sea. Esto Es Tulum kicks off on December 28th and ends on January 26th in a natural water cave in the jungle that can hold 7,000 fans called the “Cenote Case Tortuga” aka “Turtle Cenote.”.

CircoLoco will have the honor of opening and closing Esto Es Tulum with artists like Seth Troxler, Damian Lazarus, Job Jobse, Blond:Ish plus more. The Martinez Brothers will host a massive New Year’s Eve party with an extended 12 hour set. Brands that will be featured during the four week event include Bedrock, Luciano & Friends, Last Night on Earth, Do Not Sit On The Furniture, Muse, ANTS, Acid Sunday, and its own “Esto Es Tulum.” Featured artists include Luciano, John Digweed, Sasha, Behrouz, Steve Lawler, Matthias Tanzmann plus many more.

Tickets for Esto Es Tulum are available here, and checkout below the current parties announced.

Esto Es Tulum parties announced + more TBA:

DEC 28

Circoloco Opening Party presented by Esto Es Tulum

Seth Troxler, Damian Lazarus, Adam Port, William Djoko, Asobitai, + special guest

DEC 31

The Martinez Brothers (12 hours extended set)

Jesse Calosso

JAN 2

Bedrock night presented by Esto es Tulum

John Digweed + TBA

JAN 4

Do Not Sit in Tulum presented by Esto Es Tulum

Behrouz, Nu, Atish, Kora, KMLN, Paax Tulum, Treceveinte (local)

JAN 12

Last Night on Earth presented by Esto es Tulum

Sasha + TBA

JAN 14

MUSE presented by Esto Es Tulum

Lehar, Musumeci, Marcus Worgull, Toto Chavetta, Kintar, Javier Gonzalez

JAN 16

LUCIANO & Friends presented by Esto es tulum

Luciano + TBA

JAN 18

ANTS presented by Esto Es Tulum

Steve Lawler, Andrea Oliva, Matthias Tanzmann, Francisco Allendes, George Miranda (local)

JAN 20

Acid Sundays at Esto Es Tulum

Line up tba

JAN 24

Esto es Tulum

Line up tba

JAN 26

Circoloco Closing Party Presented by Esto Es Tulum

Rampa vs &Me, Blondish, Job Jobse, Gerd Janson, + special guest

UPDATE: Sound Tulum Opening Party on December 29th with Bedouin Presents Saga. Tickets available here for the Sound Tulum Opening Party!

UPDATE: Flying Circus Presents NYE with Audiofly. Tickets available here for NYE at Sound Tulum with Audiofly!

UPDATE: All Day I Dream – A Magical Soiree on Wednesday, January 2nd. Tickets available here for All Day I Dream at Sound Tulum!

UPDATE: Jamie Jones Presents Paradise on Thursday, January 3rd. Tickets available here for Jamie Jones Presents Paradise at Sound Tulum!

Another Tulum event option in the New Year for techno fans is the Frequencies party at the second edition of Sound Tulum with some of the most important and influential artists in the world. The international brand, Frequencies, will start a series of worldwide parties on Friday, January 4th at the Zamna Tulum. Frequencies will bring techno heavyweights Richie Hawtin, Ben Klock, Rødhåd, Ellen Allien, and Fabio Florido. Tickets are available here for Frequencies at Sound Tulum.

UPDATE: Solomun +1 DIXON on Saturday, January 5th. Tickets available here for Solomun +1 DIXON at Sound Tulum!

UPDATE: Dystopia & Luciano Welcome Hallucination on Monday, January 7th. Tickets available here for Dystopia & Luciano Welcome Hallucination at Sound Tulum!

UPDATE: Tale of Us Present Afterlife on Wednesday, January 9th. Tickets available here for Tale of Us Present Afterlife at Sound Tulum!

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34th Winter Music Conference Returns to Miami Music Week 2019

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/34th-winter-music-conference-returns-to-miami-music-week-2019/

Winter Music Conference [WMC] will return for its 34th edition to the Faena District hotel in Miami Beach during Miami Music Week from March 25-28, 2019. The programming is designed to bring together a new generation of industry professionals and music consumers, which is something that the WMC brand has been doing since its inception in 1985. WMC will offer two segments for music consumers and industry professionals interested in learning more about the music industry’s technology, culture, and music.

WMC // Industry is by invitation/application only and dedicated to working professionals interested in networking with peers, attending leadership discussions with top executives, gaining insight from business leaders from the worlds of technology, marketing, social media, partaking in relationship building, health as well as wellness activities. Go here to apply for WMC // Industry.

WMC // Access is for consumers interested in music production, DJing, the music industry, technology, and culture. Access will showcase educators, gear manufacturers, and consumer products from top companies in the music business. Registration is open here and Access badges are now available.

The Winter Music Conference property was acquired in March 2018 by Ultra Worldwide. Russell Faibisch, Ultra Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO, had the following to say:

“For decades, the electronic music industry ran through WMC. It was where the mega deals were done and provided a launching point for countless legendary tracks as well as breakthrough DJs. In March 2019, WMC returns with a fully revamped program that gets the industry back to business. It’s the perfect start to an unforgettable Miami Music Week.” 

Bill Kelly, WMC Co-Founder, said the following:

“After 34 years, we’ve reached a major point in the evolution of WMC. Attendees will experience expertly curated panels with key music professionals, cutting edge mixers, mentorship moments, and endless opportunities to share up-to-the-minute technology in an exceptionally beautiful and blissful setting, the Faena District.”

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Carnage taking a temporary break from touring & music

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/carnage-taking-a-temporary-break-from-touring-music/

Earlier today dj, producer and raconteur Carnage posted a note saying that he will be taking some time off to ‘recharge’ based on the recommendations of his doctor and therapist.

As part of this he will not be appearing on the Unusual Suspects tour he was booked to play along with Gucci Mane.

We wish him well and look forward to his return soon to the stage and studio.

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  Honest self-reflection opens your mind to reprogramming, change, success and freedom.

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Swedish House Mafia effectively announce Mexico City tour stop in 2019

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/swedish-house-mafia-effectively-announce-mexico-city-tour-stop-in-2019/

Not exactly a surprise after Steve Angello spilled the beans recently at Ultra Mexico, the trio of Swedish djs posted Mexico City on their social media accounts the words ‘Mexico City,’ basically confirming show(s) in 2019.

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Fans of the trio surely are waiting for more 2019 tour dates to be announced soon. Currently a new countdown timer is running on their website which expires on November 6th so look for news on that date.

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Insomniac Drops Lineup for Countdown NYE 2018! Tickets On Sale Tomorrow!

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/insomniac-drops-lineup-for-countdown-nye-2018-tickets-on-sale-tomorrow/

Insomniac announced the artist lineup this week for Countdown NYE 2018. The 5th annual celebration will be returning to ring in the New Year at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, CA on Monday, December 31. More than 30 artists will be performing across this year’s four new extraterrestrial themed stages that include The Mothership, The Nebula, Area 51, and Twilight Zone. The lineup includes artists like Alison Wonderland, Dillon Francis, Afrojack, Zedd, and Tiësto. Attendees will head into 2019 while enjoying Insomniac’s epic production with art installations and costumed performers. The annual festival will provide heated seating areas, confetti showers, and champagne to toast to the New Year. Tickets for Countdown NYE 2018 go on sale tomorrow, November 2 at 10am (PST)!

Countdown NYE 2018 Lineup:

Adam Auburn

Afrojack

Alison Wonderland

Andrew Rayel

Camelphat

CID

Dillon Francis

Dion Timmer

Friction

GG Magree

Graves

Hekler

Herobust

J. Phlip

Justin Martin

K?D

Lisbona Sisters

Loud Luxury

LOUDPVCK

OMNOM

Party Favor

The Prototypes

RL Grime

Sage Armstrong b2b Bruno Furlan

Shiba San

Shlump

Snails

Solardo

Tiësto

XIE

Yultron

Zedd

Zeke Beats b2b Champagne Drip

Zomboy

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Eric Prydz Presents HOLO + Carl Cox Presents Space Ibiza at Creamfields Steel Yard Bank Holiday Weekender 2019

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/eric-prydz-presents-holo-carl-cox-presents-space-ibiza-at-creamfields-steel-yard-bank-holiday-weekender-2019/

Creamfields Steel Yard superstructure will be returning to Finsbury Park in London during the May Bank Holiday weekend on Saturday the 25th and Sunday the 26th.

Saturday’s headliner for 2019 will be the return of Eric Prydz following his EPIC 5.0 live show in the structure back in 2017, which became one of the fastest selling shows of the year having sold out within hours. Eric Prydz presents HOLO at the Steel Yard next year, which is the latest evolution of his live show. HOLO uses unique audio visual technology to create a holographic live experience.

The 15,000 capacity Steel Yard superstructure will be welcoming Sunday’s host, Carl Cox, as he presents Space Ibiza. Cox will be returning to Creamfields next year following his ten year hiatus for his Steel Yard debut.

Designed and created exclusively for Creamfields, the Steel Yard superstructure is the largest of its kind in Europe and features groundbreaking technology as well as production. Tickets for Creamfields Steel Yard Bank Holiday Weekender 2019 are on sale now!

EVENT INFO

Saturday 25th May Bank Holiday Weekend 2019 Steel Yard London Eric Prydz Presents HOLO + More acts to be announced

Sunday 26th May Bank Holiday Weekend 2019 Steel Yard London Carl Cox + More acts to be announced

Times: Saturday – 13:00hrs – 22:30hrs / Sunday – 13:00hrs – 22:00hrs) Venue: Finsbury Park, Haringey, London N4 1EE. Subject to contract Age: 18 and over

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Ocaso Music Festival 2019 in Costa Rica Lineup Includes Damian Lazarus, Loco Dice, Guy Gerber, Jamie Jones, HOSH + More

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/ocaso-music-festival-2019-in-costa-rica-lineup-includes-damian-lazarus-loco-dice-guy-gerber-jamie-jones-hosh-more/

Ocaso Music Festival will be returning for its third edition from January 2nd through the 7th, 2019 in Tamarindo Playa, Costa Rica. Headlining house and techno artists include Crosstown Rebels founder Damian Lazarus, Loco Dice, RUMORS curator Guy Gerber, Jamie Jones, and HOSH plus many more supporting.

Ocaso Music Festival will be taking over oceanfront venues in Tamarindo Playa. During the day, festival attendees can discover the coastal community’s adventures like snorkeling the coral reefs, scuba diving, surfing, touring on ATVs, zip lining through jungles, and hiking on nature trails. Attendees interested in relaxing can enjoy spas, shopping, bars, and the local cuisine that Tamarindo Playa has to offer! Click here to get more info! 

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Major Soundcloud news on Artists Earnings, Software Integrations and More

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After The Verge published an article questioning the new terms of service (TOS) as being unfair to artists/djs for the new Soundcloud Premier program, Soundcloud has revised the terms to be more favorable to artists using the platform.  The new unfriendly terms included unclear payment dates, payout rates that can change at any time and a mandatory arbitration clause instead of allowing artists to sue.

This included the following clause that artists:

“forever discharge us and our related parties from all claims … including any and all actual or alleged acts of copyright infringement.”

The upshot is that if an artist found Soundcloud did not take action on copyright infringement, the artist cannot sue. This also would prevent an artist from suing if they believe they were shortchanged on revenue owed.

In some good news, SoundCloud announced new partnerships with Native Instruments, Serato, Hercules, Mixvibes and DEX3 which allow you to stream tracks found on SoundCloud’s right into DJ software. For those with a SoundCloud Go+ account, one can stream songs in its newly added AAC 256kbps song quality option. All of the integrations other than Serato are planned for 2019 while Serato is expected in 2020.

“Until recently, digital workflows for DJs were limited to downloads and physical media, but streaming workflows are the future,” said Kerry Trainor, Chief Executive Officer, SoundCloud.

Of course djing in this manner requires a stable wifi connection, something that cannot be guaranteed at all venues.

In the final bit of Soundcloud news and big for djs who have uploaded mixtapes and run afoul of the 3 strike copyright system, the streaming service has partnered with Dubset to allow for the proper attribution of song plays to artists which have uploaded their tracks to Dubset.  Dubset CEO Stephen White said in a statement:

“SoundCloud is where content creators live. It is the most important platform on the planet for creators and the ultimate partner for Dubset. Mixes and remixes not only establish incremental new revenue for artists and composers, they have proven over and over to be powerful music discovery growth tools, consistently driving growth in plays of the original track as well. We are very excited to bring Dubset’s clearance capabilities to SoundCloud’s users.”

At this time this will be a beta-only release for select remixes.

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Swedish House Mafia announce Stockholm as 1st 2019 tour stop and more

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/swedish-house-mafia-announce-stockholm-as-1st-2019-tour-stop-and-more/

Earlier this week the reunited Swedish House Mafia did a press conference (all in Swedish – grrrr) where they talked about getting back together, their Miami Ultra show and 2019 plans.

First off they announced their first 2019 tour stop at Stockholm on May 4, 2019 at the Tele2 Arena. Being from Sweden it makes perfect sense to relaunch their shows then.

In addition, a new countdown timer is now active on their site, potentially leading to the next tour date(s) being announced.

Also, the trio was asked about the reason that the Ultra Miam live feed was just done via one static camera from the back of the stage. The lads cryptically said that it was done and purpose and we’d see why in the future.

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The Black Madonna confronts ticket scammer, gives free tix to affected fans

A new post has been published on EDM Life at https://edmlife.com/the-black-madonna-confronts-ticket-scammer-gives-free-tix-to-affected-fans/

Unfortunately in today’s digital world its quite easy to create realistic looking fake tickets for sale. This past weekend one ‘entrepreneur’ decided to make some extra cash by selling fake tickets to the Black Madonna’s show at Lot 613 in downtown LA.

When the artist found out that some of her fans had bought tickets via a scammer who posted they had tickets on the Facebook event page for her show and got taken, she added each person to her personal guest list and outed the scammer as well! Check out the dj’s conversation below!