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Dinner & Drinks Before Obsidian: Where to Go Before Eastlake Underpass
Dayne Harris · TODAY
Obsidian is bringing its dark, pounding techno to the Eastlake Underpass, and this is not a show you will want to miss. But before you descend into the chaos, you need a proper pregame. Here is where to eat, drink, …
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Everybody Loves Zeds Dead: The Lore Behind Dance Music’s Quintessential Duo
Hana Hamdan · TODAY
There are artists you listen to, artists you see live, and artists that somehow become woven into the timeline of your life. For more than 15 years, Dylan “DC” Mamid and Zachary “Hooks” Rapp-Rovan have occupied that rare space in …
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In Honor of Better Together: The 10 Things That Are Actually Better Together at a Show or Festival
Amra Alic · YESTERDAY
Some things in life are simply better together. Peanut butter and jelly. Sunshine and a pool day. Your favorite song and that friend who somehow always knows exactly when the drop is coming. At a festival, the right combination can …
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From Phoenix to Albuquerque: Where to Catch Relentless Beats Shows This Fall
Dayne Harris · YESTERDAY
Fall is shaping up to be a massive season for electronic music fans across the Southwest. Relentless Beats is bringing an incredible run of shows to four key cities, and the lineup is noteable. Phoenix Metro AreaThe Valley is the …
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What to Be for Halloween Based on Your Favorite Artist on the HEX Lineup – Part Two
Amra Alic · 4 DAYS AGO
Halloween and electronic music have always shared the same magic: the ability to transform ordinary moments into something unforgettable. At HEX 2026, the costumes are just as much a part of the experience as the music itself. The festival becomes …
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What to Be for Halloween Based on Your Favorite Artist on the HEX Lineup – Part One
Amra Alic · 4 DAYS AGO
Every Halloween, there is one question every raver whose favorite holiday is Halloween eventually has to answer: what are you wearing? Sure, you could throw on a last-minute costume from the nearest Halloween store, but when you are combining two …
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North Coast Afterparties Are Stacked, Here is Where You Need to Be Chicago
Dayne Harris · 5 DAYS AGO
The music doesn’t have to stop when the festival gates close. North Coast Music Festival has rolled out an absolutely stacked lineup of official afterparties spanning bass, house, techno, and everything in between. With the festival ending at midnight, you …
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Electronic Music Legend, deadmau5, to Take the Stage This September
Jake Kwapiszeski · 5 DAYS AGO
Goldrush 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest weekends of the year for electronic music fans in Phoenix. Returning to Rawhide Western Town on September 11 and 12, the festival brings together more than 50 artists across …
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The Tucson Festival Weekend Guide: Where to Eat, Stay, and Explore Before DUSK
Dayne Harris · 6 DAYS AGO
DUSK Music Festival is returning to the beautiful streets of downtown Tucson, and it’s more than just a weekend of incredible music. The festival offers a mix of genres and unforgettable experiences, but the magic extends far beyond the stages. …
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Zeds Dead Day 1 vs. Day 2: One Song From Every Artist to Help You Pick Your Lineup
Amra Alic · AUG 18, 2026
There are some festival decisions where you stare at a lineup and immediately know where you are going. Then there are lineups like this one, where someone clearly decided that Arizona bass fans did not deserve an easy choice. Zeds …
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When Sound Becomes Spectacle: Behind the Scenes of EDM’s Visual Revolution
Thomas Sprague · AUG 17, 2026
Today’s biggest dance music shows aren’t simply performances. They are carefully constructed worlds built around sound, shaped by technology, and designed to be experienced as much as heard. The DJ may be behind the decks, but they are no longer …
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Kaskade Keeps the Summer Moving With ‘Runaway’
Jake Kwapiszeski · AUG 14, 2026
Kaskade has spent more than two decades building a sound that can feel nostalgic and fresh at the same time. This summer he has been leaning into that formula with a steady run of new music. His latest release, “Runaway” …
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Arizona Quietly Became One of America’s Best EDM States
Rebecca Johann · AUG 13, 2026
Potentially unpopular opinion? Arizona has quietly become one of the country’s strongest electronic music markets. Ask someone where America’s biggest dance music cities are and you’ll probably hear Miami, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, maybe Denver. Arizona rarely makes the list—but …
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smith. Brings Mortal Kombat to the Bass Floor With ‘Kombat Flow’
Jake Kwapiszeski · AUG 12, 2026
Few things go together quite like childhood nostalgia and bass music, and smith. has made a career out of combining the two. Known for pulling inspiration from some of the most recognizable moments in pop culture, the bass producer has …
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Where to Stay for Goldrush: Best Hotel Areas If You’re Traveling In-State
Dayne Harris · AUG 12, 2026
Planning where to stay for Goldrush can be just as important as planning your festival fits. When it comes to choosing a hotel, you want to keep three main factors in mind: distance from the venue, amenities, and budget. With …
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What Exactly Is Framework? A Beginner’s Guide to the Team Behind the Halloween Takeover
Amra Alic · AUG 11, 2026
Halloween weekend in Arizona is about to get a whole lot more interesting. For years, Relentless Beats has been known for delivering massive bass festivals, warehouse takeovers, and unforgettable holiday events. This October, they’re bringing something a little different to …
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Goldrush Style Guide: What to Wear to Rawhide, Inspired by Past Festival Looks
Hana Hamdan · AUG 11, 2026
Dust off your cowboy boots and break out the fringe, Goldrush Music Festival is heading back to Rawhide next month on September 11-12, and it’s time to start planning your festival fit! Goldrush has always had one of the most …
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Tape B at Rawhide: The SoundCloud Sets to Run Through Before You See Him Live
Amra Alic · AUG 10, 2026
Few artists in bass music have built a following quite like Tape B. Long before his festival billing started climbing higher and higher, fans were discovering him through SoundCloud, where every mix felt less like a playlist and more like …
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5 Must-Hear Tracks From HUGEL’s New Album ‘Twenty One’ for Your Summer Playlist
Thomas Sprague · AUG 7, 2026
If your summer soundtrack needs a refresh, HUGEL has you covered. The producer’s latest album, Twenty One, is packed with dancefloor-ready grooves, Latin-inspired rhythms, and high-profile collaborations that are tailor-made for pool party season. Whether you’re spending the weekend by …
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Love Island Winner Bryce Is a DJ. Here Are the Sets to Watch Before He Becomes Everyone’s New FYP Obsession
Hana Hamdan · AUG 7, 2026
If you watched this season of Love Island, chances are Bryce caught your attention long before the finale. Whether it was his personality, his one-liners, or the chemistry that had everyone talking, he quickly became one of the breakout stars …
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