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· AUG 7, 2026 Long before he became the host of the world’s biggest drag competition, RuPaul was a fixture in New York City’s underground nightlife scene. The same charisma and larger-than-life presence that now commands television screens was originally shaped in the glitter-soaked …
· AUG 5, 2026 Arizona’s electronic music scene is vast and varied. From underground warehouse parties and popular nightclubs to dayclubs, casinos, and massive festivals at fairgrounds or even a NASCAR track, there’s truly something for everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned raver who’s been …
· MAR 17, 2026 Relentless Beats recently hosted the premier of a new two-day festival called System Overload. The robot-themed event drew in epic artists like Liquid Stranger, Slander, and Wooli. It was held at Rawhide Event Center on February 27th and 28th, an …
· DEC 30, 2025 2025 was a huge year for bass music. These three artists didn’t just seize their moment, they built their own stages, sold them out, and then leveled up again. First, ALLEYCVT turned potential into a career. What looked like a …
· OCT 28, 2025 I was a little bit late to the rave/EDM party. My music taste started out with bands like Linkin Park, Avenged Sevenfold, and Iron Maiden. Classic rock and some country were also thrown in for good measure. The earliest memory …
· OCT 16, 2025 My love for raving and the EDM scene has brought me to several different cities and states. Each destination has had its own unique crowds and vibes, leaving a lasting imprint on my perception of the scene. The backdrop of …
· SEP 19, 2025 There’s a moment in every artist’s career when the music stops feeling like magic and starts feeling like work. For Christian Smith, or more famously known as Crankdat, that moment came in 2022. After years of grinding and touring since …
· JUN 17, 2025 English producer and masked hype man FuntCase holds a special place in this writer’s heart and memories. He was the FIRST EDM producer that I saw live, AKA my first rave! I saw him at a nightclub in Los Angeles …
· JAN 14, 2025 Drum and Bass is finally getting the attention it deserves in the U.S. After dominating the underground scenes in the UK for decades, the fast-paced, bass-heavy genre is turning heads as of recently, and it’s no surprise. Maybe it’s the …
· DEC 12, 2024 Decadence Arizona: Age of Indulgence has a lineup that will bring some unforgettable moments this year, and three sets stand out as especially highly anticipated: Deadmau5, Excision, and Svdden Death. These artists are known for their massive fan bases and …
· JAN 9, 2024 PLUR stands for Peace, Love, Unity, Respect – a mantra that’s as central to the rave scene as the beats that drive it. It’s so much more than just a catchy acronym; it’s a philosophy, a way of life for …
· DEC 11, 2023 Those involved in the Electronic Dance Music community are well aware of the peace-loving, inclusive, and healing nature of scene as a whole. Ravers will often refer to their favorite songs, and festivals as their “medicine” and “therapy.” Critics of …
· MAR 17, 2020 There’s no doubt about it, the EDM genre is so diverse it encompasses everything from soft, mellow piano ballads to raging, high-BPM juggernauts, and the vast space in between. That’s what makes the genre so interesting – it appeals to …
· MAR 10, 2020 Being a writer for Relentless Beats, I have gotten the opportunity to discover artists I would never have thought to listen to. From bass to techno to experimental, all the artists I have discovered has broadened my pallet and urged …
· DEC 20, 2019 As music consumers and purveyors, we spend a lot of time listening to music in any given year. Taking it one step further, the amount of music we’ve listened to as a team over the last decade is profound. I’m sure you …
· MAY 31, 2019 From EDC to Lollapalooza to Bonnaroo and more, there are plenty of Summer festivals to choose from, and unless you’ve got an unlimited budget, chances are you can’t do them all. That means the pressure is high for festivals to standout …
· JAN 23, 2019 Festivals have always been a place where creative expression can flourish. From the artist’s music and visuals to the attendee’s clothing and style of dance, festivals are a place to be your true self. But what do we do when …
· OCT 12, 2018 Have you ever felt like you’ve been teleported to a new dimension while listening to your favorite artist live? Like your body may still be here, but your mind is in a different reality? That’s what it feels like to see …
· MAY 22, 2017 Since first getting involved in the electronic scene three years ago I’ve done everything I could to avoid camping festivals. My need for comfort and daily showers always outweighed my desire to attend a festival that required me to camp. …
