Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture

We dissect the state of the Dance Music industry by looking at the findings from the 2021 IMS Ibiza Report. Alec gives a surprise rating for GRiZ's new album, Rainbow Brain. Our Artists & Media Relations Manager catches up with former Artist Spotlight, Callie Reiff, as she opens for Steve Aoki. Plus, we cover new music from the likes of DJ Snake & Malaa, Metrix & Graffix, Jack Back, Champagne Drip, Cazztek, and Kaivon. Tune into all of this and so much more on Episode 109 of Beyond the Beats.Get all the links to everything we discussed on our full show notesFollow Alec on Twitter (he's tweeting more now!) and follow Beyond the Beats on Instagram: @btb.pod; Twitter: @podbtb, and Soundcloud.

Swedish House Mafia is back with two new singles and an album announcement; we discuss what to expect from them. An organization in Ibiza wishes to ban DJs who play illegal raves. Kaskade x deadmau5 open the SoFi stadium to events. Plus, new music from the likes of Rufus Du Sol, NGHTMRE, Rusko, and Ver:West (Tiesto). We welcome _chris elrik and Xotix to our Artist We're Watching list. All of this and so much more on Episode 108 of Beyond the Beats - a podcast about EDM news and culture. Get the full show notes.Follow Alec on Twitter (he's tweeting more now!) and follow Beyond the Beats on Instagram: @btb.pod; Twitter: @podbtb, and Soundcloud.

We're joined by the king of feel good Bass House, MARTEN HØRGER, for a hilarious yet informative interview and incredible DJ mix. We discussed how Russians apparently like to make German porn sounds when he's playing a show there; his recent work with Tchami's CONFESSION record label; his journey into producing; thoughts on the Bass House scene; predictions for the future of EDM, and much more.Get all the links to everything MARTEN HØRGER by visiting the show notes on our websiteFollow us on Instagram and Twitter as well as our Soundcloud to make sure you get access to the mix (drops on July 16th).Thank you so much for tuning in!

We're sorry to Illenium fans in advance for our review of his Heavenly EP. Could a Dutch nightclub be responsible for a mass COVID spread event despite requiring negative tests for entry? Eric Prydz teams up with Sensorium Galaxy to deliver VR experiences. Plus, we review Gorgon City's new album, Olympia, and discuss new music from the likes of Zeds Dead, Dimension, Jauz, Capshun, and Drew Dapps. All of this and so much more on Episode 106 of Beyond the Beats - a podcast about EDM news and culture. Get the full show notes on our website.Follow Alec on Twitter (he's tweeting more now!) and follow Beyond the Beats on Instagram: @btb.pod; Twitter: @podbtb, and Soundcloud.Thank you so much for tuning in. We truly couldn't do this without you.

We're joined by the musical prodigy and industry trendsetter, Callie Reiff, for an in-depth interview and DJ mix. She has an INCREDIBLE story that you won't want to miss. We discussed her journey to being the youngest DJ EVER to play Webster Hall (15 years old); the stories behind her b2b sets with Skrillex and deadmau5; her strategy for coping with pressure and time management; her thoughts on being a female in a traditionally male-dominated industry, and so much more. Connect with Callie Reiff by visiting her Beyond the Beats bio on our website.

In honor of Pride Month, we delve into the community that started House music. A ruling shocks Tomorrowland's organizers and leaves fans upset. New music from the likes of NERVO, Excision, and Idris Elba. Plus, we're quickly joined by Bloodline and The Vamps to discuss the story behind their multi-continental collaboration with Alok, Another You. We welcome QZB and HÄWK. All of this and so much more on Episode 104 of Beyond the Beats - a podcast about EDM News and Culture.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; Soundcloud

Spotify's shady Discovery Mode prompts a U.S. Congress inquiry. The makers of Grand Theft Auto team up with Circoloco to launch a record label. Skrillex releases a new single ahead of his album. Plus, new music from the likes of QUIX, GRiZ, Noizu, LP Giobbi, CITYWLKR, and Alan Walker x Imanbek. We also welcome Benwah and Dot N Life to the Artists We're Watching list. Tune in to hear all of this and so much more.Get the full show notes with all the links on our websiteFollow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Twitter: @podbtb.Intro song done by our main man, Tyler Lawrence.Thanks so much for tuning in. We truly couldn't do this without you!

Mat Zo says bye-bye to Spotify. Shocking and heartwarming stories from our recent club experiences. We discuss whether raving will be the same as before the pandemic. Plus, we talk about new music from the likes of Alesso, David Guetta and MORTEN, Eli & Fur, Will Sparks, and Jax Jones. EVE and Capozzi join our Artists We're Watching list. All of this and so much more on episode 102 of Beyond the Beats, a podcast about EDM news and culture.Check out the full show notes with all the links on our website.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Twitter: @podbtb.Intro song done by our main man, Tyler Lawrence.Thanks so much for tuning in. We truly couldn't do this without you!

We are joined by Rachel Narozniak, the Managing Editor of Dancing Astronaut, to discuss the hidden trends she sees in the EDM industry; the next steps for Insomniac East; tips for aspiring EDM journalists; the future of mental health awareness in the scene, and more. We also discuss new releases from the likes of Juelz and JAWNS, Hex Cougar, MK, Matroda and Bleu Clair. Shout-out to this week's Artists We're Watching: Swole Sauce; Kozah; Dante Levo.Connect with Rachel and get the full show notes on our website.Follow us on Instagram; Facebook; Twitter; and Soundcloud.

For our 100th episode, we are joined by a titan in the dance music scene: Blake Coppelson - the Founder and CEO of Proximity.We discuss his fascinating background; how he's pushed the scene to embrace DMCA free music; tips for artists on submitting their music to labels; virtual events in the Metaverse, and much more.Thanks for sticking with us for 100 episodes. We truly couldn't do this without you. You inspire us to continue growing the global community and, most importantly, connect as many people as possible with the very essence of dance music.Connect with Blake and Proximity by going to the full show notes on our website.Follow us on Instagram; Facebook; Twitter; and Soundcloud.

We are joined by Henry Lu, Co-Founder of Space Yacht to discuss NFTs, the next tech frontier in Dance Music, pivoting a business, Tune Reactor, and more. Plus, we cover new music from the likes of Deathpact, HI-LO x Will Clarke, Marten Horger x Donkong, and Rohaan.Get all of the links to Space Yacht, Henry, and us on our website.

Zhu drops his new album, DREAMLAND 2021. What can we learn from the U.K's first club night since the pandemic began? Eric Prydz is reportedly set to bring his HOLOSPHERE show to the U.S. Plus, we discuss new music from the likes of SIDEPIECE, Seven Lions x Wooli, Chapter & Verse, and Quix. We welcome SVNF8 and 49th and Main to our Artists We're Watching list. All of this and so much more on episode 98 of Beyond the Beats.Get the full show notes and links on our website.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Twitter: @podbtb.Intro song done by our main man, Tyler Lawrence.Thanks so much for tuning in, We truly couldn't do this without you!

Diplo & Friends is leaving BBC Radio 1! Porter Drops his new album, Nurture. Will A.I. be the next DJs? Plus, new music from the likes of Rezz x deadmau5, Ganja White Night, Gorgon City, and Pendulum. We welcome Gianni Keys and Paul Mayson to our Artists We're Watching list. All of this and so much more on Episode 97 of Beyond the Beats.Get the full show notes on our website

Two friends in Syria have created an unlikely underground house music scene to help people escape the civil conflict. Porter Robinson announces the lineup for Secret Sky 2. An EDM Champion asks us if we think it's safe to buy second-hand tickets right now. Plus, new music from the likes of San Holo, Pleasure State (MK and Lee Foss), Trampa, Brohug, and Loud Luxury x Issan Alnajjar. We welcome this week's Artists We're Watching: Juuku and æstral. All of this and so much more on Episode 96 of Beyond the Beats.Get the full show notes on our websiteFollow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; Soundcloud.Special thanks to Tyler Lawrence for creating our 2021 intro song. Check out his Beyond the Beats Profile Page

Will this decade be the 'new' roaring 20s for club culture? The most overrated aspects of EDM. EDCLV is happening in May! New music drops from the likes of Martin Garrix's side project with Maejor - AREA21, Liquid Stranger, Elohim and GRiZ, MiTiS and Bella Renee, and Kyle Watson.A special shoutout to this week's Artists We're Watching: Panteros666, and Aktive.Get the full show notes on our websiteFollow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; Soundcloud.Special thanks to Tyler Lawrence for creating our 2021 intro song. Check out his Beyond the Beats Profile Page // Instagram // Spotify.

This week we had the pleasure of speaking with one of the world's top DJs and producers, Lost Frequencies. Who also blessed us with a mini-mix.To mention only a few accolades, he has tracks with multi-platinum and platinum statuses; is number 21 in DJMag's Top 100 DJs list; over 3.5 billion streams on Spotify; performances at Tomorrowland, Lollapalooza, and EDC Las Vegas; and was invited by the Belge Royalty to record a set on top of the Royal Palace in Brussels.We dive into the stories behind these as well as his recent Sony Music debut with his track Rise, the evolution of his progressive and deep house sound, perspectives on trends in the scene, post COVID predictions, fun facts to know about him, and much more.Connect with Lost Frequencies and see his full bio on our website.

This week we're joined by a truly multidimensional curator of art and music, Almass Badat. From being a resident DJ for BBC Asia and hosting the "What is this behavior?" podcast, to her collaborations with Netflix, Boiler Room, and The London Science Gallery, Almass's work spans all aspects of art and culture. As such, she brought her important insights into diversity in the music industry. We also discussed Apple's new Isgubhu platform and ways for people to connect with new music and sounds.Connect with Almass:WebsiteInstagramSoundcloudFollow us on: Instagram FacebookTwitterAnd thank you EDM Champions for your continual support of the podcast and our special guests, it means the world to us.

Are you team Justice or team Bieber? We pick sides and talk about how they are squaring off over Justin Bieber's alleged trademark infringement on the cover of his new album, Justice. Plus, we delve into the importance of Kaytranada's 2021 Dance Music Grammy wins and whether May is too soon to have EDC Las Vegas. We also cover new music from the likes of KSHMR, SIDEPIECE, Cosmic Gate, A.M.C. and Turno, and Claptone. All of this and so much more on Episode 92 of Beyond the Beats, a podcast about EDM News and Culture.Get the full show notes on our website.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; Soundcloud.Special thanks to Tyler Lawrence for creating our 2021 intro song. Check out his Beyond the Beats Profile Page // Instagram // Spotify.

This week we're joined by a legend, pioneer, and continual innovator of Jersey Club and Club Music - R3LL. He takes us on a deep-dive into the history of club music, describes his integral role in expanding the sound and culture into new markets such as Asia, intros us to his radio show Clubanese, and outlines all of his work to unite up-and-coming artists across the world.Plus, Alec and Samir talk about new music from Illenium and Iann Dior, Alesso and Armin Van Buuren, Nitti Gritti and Jimmy Levy, as well as MitiS and Zack Gray.And we welcome Calvomusic, LEEMZ, and DJ Tray to our Artists We're Watching list.Get the full shownotes on our website.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; Soundcloud.

With Ubbi Dubbi scheduled for April, Creamfields selling out, and the legendary nightclub fabric hosting a 42-hour return party in June, we discuss whether raves will return this summer. We also cover new music from the likes of DJ Snake and Selena Gomez, Zeds Dead, Anti-Up, Dimitri Vegas, and Wilkinson. All of this and so much more on Episode 90 of Beyond the Beats. Get the full shownotes on our website: https://www.beyondthebeats.co/episode-90 Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; Soundcloud.Special thanks to Tyler Lawrence for creating our 2021 intro song. Check out his:SpotifySoundcloudInstagramBeyond the Beats Profile PageBtB Exclusive MixAnd a huge thank you to you - the EDM Champions! We truly couldn't do this without you.

This week we're joined by the incredibly talented electronic music vocalist and songwriter, Bella Renee! We had a profound conversation on TikTok's impact on songwriting, mental health strategies, and the current state of female representation in the music industry. Alec and Samir also discussed new music from:KSHMR - Around The World (ft. NOUMENN)Joel Corry, RAYE, David Guetta - BEDWilkinson - FrontlineWooli - The CoreA major shoutout to this week's Artists We're Watching: Bella's pick: Ekonovah - The BeginningSamir's pick: JKuch - Data Loss (w/Adam Tell)Alec's pick: SOMMA - HowlingSee the full shownotes on our website.Connect with Bella on:InstagramSpotifyLinks to all of her accounts are in the shownotesFollow Beyond the Beats on:InstagramTwitterSoundcloudA special thanks to Tyler Lawrence for creating our 2021 intro song. See his Beyond the Beats Profile Page for links to his accounts. And a huge thank you to you, our EDM Champions! We couldn't do this without you.

The dream of seeing Daft Punk live again is gone... They have broken up! Camelphat will be launching their own record label. Marshmello teams up with Arash to inject some Persian sounds into their track, Lavandia. SG Lewis unveils his debut Album - time. We discuss new music from the likes of WAVEDASH, GRiZ and MARTEN HØRGER. We have a special preview of Bravetone's upcoming track - Night Rider. GEOTHEORY and Ben Walter join our Artist We're Watching list. All of this and so much more on Episode 88 of Beyond the Beats.Get the full shownotes on our website.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; Soundcloud.Special thanks to Tyler Lawrence for creating our 2021 intro song. Check out his:SpotifySoundcloudInstagramBeyond the Beats Profile PageBtB Exclusive MixAnd a huge thank you to you - the EDM Champions! We truly couldn't do this without you.

This week we're joined by special guests Chrissy and Yesi, the founders of the amazing EDM and bass music publication - Dubstep FBI. We discuss new music from the likes of Slander, Spag Heddy, Seven Lions, Rezz. They introduce us to Future Riddim, discuss the importance of mental health, and paint the picture of what to expect from the bass music scene moving forwards. All of this and so much more on Episode 87 of Beyond the Beats. Find the full shownotes on our website.Connect with Dubstep FBILinktree​SoundcloudSpotifyInstagramFacebookTwitterEmailFollow us on:InstagramFacebookTwitterSoundcloud

The Hitman 3 video game has a crazily realistic Techno club - a sign of what future virtual rave experiences could look like? Concerns have arisen over the $15 Billion in grant money for U.S. venues. We debate whether big or small festivals are the 'best'. Plus, we discuss new releases from the likes of Malaa, Jax Jones, Volac's remix of Apashe, and TroyBoi. Particle and Skule Toyama join our Artist We're Watching list. All of this and so much more on Episode 86 of Beyond the Beats. See the full show notes on our websiteFollow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; SoundcloudYou can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user account

RIP to Sophie - one of electronic music's brightest stars. Coachella 2021 is cancelled (for now) - does that foreshadow this year's festival season? Porter Robinson drops Look at the Sky. Samir talks about his immersive experience at Insomniac's Electric Mile. Plus, new music from the likes of Gorgon City and DRAMA, Kaskade, Excision and Sullivan King, Trip Trop, Coka Cobra and Walschlager. Fantom Freq and Revelries join our Artist We're Watching list. All of this and so much more on Episode 85 of Beyond the Beats.Visit our website for the full show notesFollow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; SoundcloudYou can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user account

EDM Champions we are back for Season 3! We've got big predictions for 2021, an update on Joseph Capriati, and a shocking announcement from Flux Pavillion. Plus, new music from the likes of Diplo and Black Coffee, K?D and Steve Aoki, Dombresky, Nicky Romero, and Ilan Bluestone. Cozway and VNK join our Artists We're Watching list. All of this and so much more on Episode 84 of Beyond the Beats.The full show notes with links are on our website.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; Soundcloud.You can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user account.Lastly, THANK YOU FOR TUNING IN. We are incredibly excited to start 2021 with a bang!

What's up EDM Champions, this is Alec and Samir! We're the co-hosts of Beyond the Beats, a podcast about electronic dance music news and culture. There's nothing we enjoy talking about more than EDM so we decided to record it and turn it into a podcast. Hit subscribe for new episodes every week!

EDM CHAMPIONS! This is it. The finale of the 2020 season! We were honored to have Jason Euler, a dance music entrepreneur who founded Kinekt and Moon LVNDING and is the Experience Creator at Relentless Beats. We also discuss new music from the likes of Dillon Francis and TV Noise, Cristoph, and Dillon Nathaniel. All of this and so much more on Episode 83 of Beyond the Beats.From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much for an incredible season. We will be back soon after the holidays.The full show notes are on our websiteFollow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; SoundcloudIf you haven't done so already, to help support a show you can go to Apple Podcasts and drop a review. And most importantly, share this podcast with a fellow EDM Champion in your rave squad.Once again, thank you so much for helping us build a wonderful community and continue this podcast. It means the world to us and we love you.

Who are 2020's Dance Music Grammy nominees? Swallow Events and Roche partnered up and got a rapid COVID-19 test designed for Live Events approved in the UK. We discuss new music from the likes of Kaskade and Will K, Malaa and Habstrakt, Vintage Culture, LP Giobbi and hermixalot, Charles D, Dimension. Visages and Rad Cat join our Artists We're Watching list. All of this and so much more on Episode 82 - the penultimate episode of the 2020 Beyond the Beats season.The full show notes with links are on our website.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; Soundcloud.You can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user account.Lastly, THANK YOU FOR TUNING IN. We couldn't do this without you!

We pay tribute to the amazing career of i_o and his amazing impact on the techno scene that will continue to influence the present and future. Rest in Peace i_o. We also discuss the return of Shaq, the launch of Insomniac East, and what is next for Beyond the Beats. We discuss new music from the likes of Chris Lake and Armand Van Helden, Excision, Herobust, Gorgon City and PAX, BLVCK CROWZ and H4DEZ, Uknew, and more.A major shout-out to this week's Artists We're Watching: ZHOU with his track Amperio ("alien house"), and AYS with his track Watchmen (mid-tempo)Find the full show notes with links to our socials and playlists on our website: www.beyondthebeats.co/episode-81Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; SoundcloudYou can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user accountThank you so much for tuning in EDM Champions. We couldn't do this without you!

Deadmau5 returns with a new single. Live Nation believes that there will be "shows at scale next summer" - Alec caveats that and dissects why they are so bullish. The AFEM launches a code of conduct against sexual harassment and gender discrimination in the music scene. Our takes on new music from the likes of David Guetta and MORTEN, Valentino Khan and Alison Wonderland, Gentlemens Club, and Diplo. Two more rising stars to put on your radar. All of this and so much more on Episode 80 of Beyond the Beats.Check out the full show notes.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; and SoundcloudThank you so much for tuning in. We couldn't do this without you!

EDM Twitter beef with the Rock Band, Trapt. 1001 Tracklist drops their top 101 producers. Our thoughts on new music from the likes of Tchami, Zhu, Alix Perez, Dr. Fresch, and Getter. Two more artists to put on your radar. All of this and so much more on Episode 79 of Beyond the Beats.Find the full show notes.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; Soundcloud

We had the honor of chatting with one of the world's most exciting, up and coming, House music producers - LP Giobbi. She's putting the soul back into House and our conversation with her, as well as her incredible mix, does exactly that. We talked about how she is leading the charge for female representation in the dance music scene, pioneering the future of House music, the trends she's excited about and concerned about in the scene, the power dynamics at play in the music industry, and so much more.

Skrillex drops a new song! The UK chancellor suggests musicians find another job?! The Abyss Experience team joins us for a chat on their innovative virtual experience. Our thoughts on new music from Major Lazer, Krane, SHSTR, Fare, and others. All of this and so much more on Episode 78 of Beyond the Beats.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod. On Twitter: @podbtbFind the full show notes with links and playlists: www.beyondthebeats.co/episode-78

When COVID told the world 'no more dancing', we stopped. Then Plastik Funk stepped up... We chatted with the world-renowned DJ and Producer, Plastik Funk, on how he's been able to safely tour across Europe during the pandemic and keep the House vibes alive and well. In doing so, we uncovered how he came to be the man he is today, wise lessons for the music industry, and what the future of live dance music may look like. It was an informative and inspirational conversation that couldn't have come at a better time. Join us for our latest Artist Spotlight.

EDC returns to Europe. R3HAB faces HUGE backlash on his remix of Nirvana's - Smells Like Teen Spirit. Our thoughts on new music from the likes of Jax Jones, Groove Armada, Will Clarke x MK, J:Kenzo, Skrybe, and FOULPLAY. Two more artists to have on your radar. All of this and so much more on Episode 77 of Beyond the Beats.A massive shout-out to this week's Artists We're Watching: Villa (Melodic Trap) and Dave Summit ('Futuristic' House).Check out the show notes with links and playlists: www.beyondthebeats.co/episode-77Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb. Shoot us an email: [email protected] can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user account.Thank you so much for tuning in! We truly couldn't do this without you.

Vin Diesel just dropped a Tropical House track. Beatport makes a power move by partnering with Twitch. Tiesto throws a socially distanced show at Red Rocks. New music from the likes of Tchami, Alison Wonderland, PEEKABOO, and Alok. All of this and so much more on Episode 76 of Beyond the Beats.A massive shout-out to this week's Artists We're Watching: Chemical Surf (Brasil Bass) and Cyclephase (Dubstep, French electro, and more).If you enjoyed this week's episode, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and share this with a fellow raver. Check out the show notes with links and playlists: www.beyondthebeats.co/episode-76Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb. Shoot us an email: [email protected] can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user account.Thank you so much for tuning in! We truly couldn't do this without you.

Pendulum just dropped music for the first time in a decade. 75 episodes in, we reflect on what we've learned about the EDM industry. We answer a question about helping someone in need at a rave. New music from the likes of GRiZ, Blanke, Chase & Status, Gorgon City. Tune in for all of this and so much more. Welcome to Episode 75 of Beyond the Beats.A major shoutout to this week's Artists We're Watching: Galo (Bass House) and IKØN (psy-trance).Check out the show notes with all the links and playlists on our website.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb. Shoot us an email: [email protected] can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user account.Thank you so much for tuning in! We truly couldn't do this without you.

Taiwan just had a 25k person EDM festival ("S20 festival"). DJing is now a part of the Music GCSE (British semi-equivalent to SAT). David, an EDM Champion, asks us whether the community should reconsider its culture of sharing. New music from the likes of Zhu, David Guetta and Sia, Pleasurekraft, and Markus Shulz. Tune in for all of this and so much more. Welcome to Episode 74 of Beyond the Beats. A major shoutout to this week's Artists We're Watching: VCTRE (Experimental Bass) and KUSP (UK) (Driving Techno, Peak Time).Check out the show notes with links and playlists: www.beyondthebeats.co/episode-74Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb. Shoot us an email: [email protected] can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user account.Thank you so much for tuning in! We truly couldn't do this without you.

Erick Morillo's sexual assault crimes are unveiled after his death - how do we remember his legacy? Discogs says physical music sales, including cassettes, are BOOMING?! Alexis, an EDM Champion, asks us where the best place to stand at a festival is. New music from Monocule (Nicky Romero's alias), Cosmic Gate x Andrew Bayer, IMANU x Buunshin, Malaa x Koos. Two artists you should watch out for. Tune in for all of this and so much more. Welcome to Episode 73 of Beyond the Beats.A major shoutout to this week's Artists We're Watching: Oakwite (Drum and Bass) and Foul Play (Bass House).See our full show notes for all the links and music playlists.Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb. Shoot us an email: [email protected] can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user account.Thank you so much for tuning in! We truly couldn't do this without you.

Aluna (formerly of AlunaGeorge) highlights segregation in EDM - we discuss. An NYU study looks at substance use during virtual events. Brad, an EDM Champion, asks us about camping festivals. New music from Calvin Harris x The Weeknd, Porter Robinson, Illenium, Imanbek. Two artists to watch. Tune in for all of this and so much more. Welcome to Episode 72 of Beyond the Beats.See our full show notes for all the links and music playlists. Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb. Shoot us an email: [email protected] can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user accountThank you so much for tuning in! We truly couldn't do this without you.

A pool party rave took place in Wuhan, China. Apple Music announces a huge partnership with Boiler Room and what that means for EDM. Samir's hot take on Rezz's edit of a Porter Robinson song. New tracks from Malaa, Groove Armada, and SVDDEN DEATH x SLANDER. Two new artists to have on your radar. Tune in for all of this and so much more. Welcome to Episode 71 of Beyond the Beats.Major S/O to this week's Artists We're Watching: NAUUDA and Nikelodeon. See the show notes, links and playlistsFollow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; SoundcloudThanks for tuning in. We couldn't do this without you!

Spotify wows EDM listeners with their new Track ID playlists. What the UK's first socially distanced rave looked like. Our review of the Glass Animals album. New Chris Lake, Tiesto, and a stacked Sable Valley compilation. Two rising stars to watch. Tune in for all of this and so much more. Welcome to Episode 70 of Beyond the Beats.Thank you so much for tuning in. We couldn't do this without you.Dive down the EDM rabbit holeSee the show notes, links and playlistsFollow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; Soundcloud

Welcome to Episode 69! Topics include how a Chainsmokers concert violated COVID-19 restrictions, EDM industry predictions in part 3 of the IMS Ibiza such as how DJs could lose 61% of their income in 2020, EDC Las Vegas moved to 2021, and much more.We also discuss BRONSON's new album (Odesza and Golden Features), Will Sparks's dive into techno, and releases from the likes of i_o x Raito, NYWR, Dillon Francis, SHSTR, DWAM x MYTHM, CITWLKR, and others.A major shoutout to this week's Artists We're Watching: iSorin (Wave, melodic bass) and PartyWave (dubstep).To see the full show notes, go to www.beyondthebeats.co/episode-69Thank you so much for tuning in! We couldn't do this without youFollow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; SoundcloudYou can find our exclusive mixes and Artist We're Watching playlists on Soundcloud and the music mentioned in every episode on our Spotify user account

Welcome to Episode 68! This week's topics include the Social Sanctuary - an awesome COVID safe event space (s/o to Darrin & Matt Barri for putting this on our radar), the second part of the IMS Ibiza 2020 report which focuses on the impact of COVID on clubs and festivals, and much more. We also discuss new music from the likes of BRONSON, DJ Not Porter Robinson, i_o, Chris Lorenzo, BLVCK CROWZ, ALRT, and many more.A major shoutout to this week's Artists We're Watching: TSU NAMI (future), and Eruku (oriental influenced dubstep & trap). If you want to see the full show notes - complete with links and playlists - head on over to www.beyondthebeats.co/episode-68Lastly, THANK YOU FOR TUNING IN. We couldn't do this without you!Follow us on Instagram: @btb.pod; Facebook; Twitter: @podbtb; SoundcloudIf you want to make any formal inquiries, please send an email to [email protected]

Welcome to Episode 67! This week's topics include a Drive-In Rave that posed as a religious service to get around regulations, the IMS Ibiza 2020 Report and how COVID has affected the industry, and more. We also discuss new releases from the likes of Tiesto (his alias VER:WEST), Above & Beyond, ZHU, Afrojack x SAYMYNAME, LP Giobbi, Social Kid x Tenebrax, and TIGER DROOL (Quix & Vincent)A major shoutout to this week's Artists We're Watching: Uncertain (Techno) and Andrena (Midtempo) If you want to see the full show notes - complete with links and playlists - head on over to www.beyondthebeats.co/episode-67Lastly, THANK YOU FOR TUNING IN. We couldn't do this without you!You can also show us some love on social media if you feel so inclined. Our Instagram is @btb.pod and our Twitter is @podbtb.If you want to make any formal inquiries, please send an email to [email protected]

This week we were joined by the coast-coast Electronic Indie-Pop duo, Fare. From their origin story, path to success, celebrity beer pong memory, musical inspirations, unreleased music, to their favorite White Claw flavors, this is a conversation and band that you don't want to sleep on.Follow Fare on Instagram, Twitter, and on their website: www.wearefare.com.For more information, visit www.beyondthebeats.co/fare

Welcome to Episode 66! This week's topics include the disturbing Bassnectar allegations, Sony purchasing a minority stake in Epic Games, and Electric Zoo getting canceled. We also talk about new music from the likes of Eli Brown. Carl Cox, BRONSON, Malaa, Trampa, Qlank, Uknew, and more. A major shoutout to this week's Artists We're Watching: Sabroi (glitch bass) and OSVISS ("deep bass" - a new genre label that we may have made up - or combination of deep house and bass house). If you want to see the full show notes - complete with links and playlists - head on over to www.beyondthebeats.co/episode-66You can also show us some love on social media if you feel so inclined. Our Instagram is @btb.pod and our Twitter is @podbtb.If you want to make any formal inquiries, please send an email to [email protected], THANK YOU FOR TUNING IN. We couldn't do this without you!

This week we are joined by Voliik, a Danish Electro Bass producer, for our eleventh Artist Spotlight. First we open this episode with a powerful 30 minute mix that will have you feeling emotions that you've never felt before. Then we dive into Voliik's background, influences, biggest milestones, and what it takes to have a career in music. Tune into hear all of this and more!Connect with Voliik on SoundCloud, Spotify, Instagram (@voliik), and Twitter (@voliik)Visit https://www.beyondthebeats.co/voliik for more information and access to his mix.

Welcome to Episode 65! This week's topics include Ekali making a new alias, Switzerland loosening up nightclub restrictions, Lost Lands and Bass Lands caneled for 2020 (and how to get refunds), and more. We also talk about new releases from the likes of GRiZ x Wreckno, Wolfgang Gartner, Host Since 82, Sonny Fodera x Dom Dolla, DJ Snake, Malaa, Gurf, Oorb, NADDA, and more.A major shoutout to this week's Artists We're Watching: Kabes (future trap), and Charmes (bass house).If you want to see the full show notes - complete with links and playlists - head on over to www.beyondthebeats.co/episode-65Lastly, THANK YOU FOR TUNING IN. We couldn't do this without you!You can also show us some love on social media if you feel so inclined. Our Instagram is @btb.pod and our Twitter is @podbtb.If you want to make any formal inquiries, please send an email to [email protected]