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Ambassador Award 2023 - KUJU Studio from Kosovo for the "Best Art Production of the Year"

Watch a documentary about the origin and popularization of house music

This two-part documentary brings exclusive interviews with key figures from the scene, such as Nile Rodgers, Marshall Jefferson, Honey Dijon, and many others. British television Channel 4 presents a two-part documentary series called "I Was There When House Took Over the World," which chronologically traces the origins and development of house music.  The documentary series follows how the death of disco led to the creation of the iconic sound of electronic and dance music.  The documentary series is divided into two parts - "House Was Born," which focuses on the social and cultural environment, as well as the historical context that influenced the genre's development, and "House Went Global," which tells the story of how house music conquered the charts and dancefloors worldwide. The documentary series features archival footage, visits to iconic locations in Chicago , and interviews with key figures from the scene who were active in the past and to

Macedonia: Ohrid Calling 2023 Festival 31st July - 5th Aug

🎉 Prepare yourselves for an unparalleled experience at Ohrid Calling 2023 from 31st July until 5th August in Macedonia.  📅 Day 1 - July 31st: International superstar Jonas Blue will set the stage ablaze with his electrifying performance. Joining him are the amazing Martin Hørger, Pessto, Domenico Talesa, and Jana Slayy, guaranteeing an explosive start to Ohrid Calling 2023!  📅 Day 2 - August 1st: Brace yourselves for an epic sonic journey with the legendary Morten taking center stage. Sharing the spotlight are rising stars Wolpack, Skiy, Jordan John, and Delovski, promising an unforgettable evening under the stars!  📅 Day 3 - August 2nd: Prepare for a night of pure magic as Steve Aoki graces the stage, mesmerizing the crowd with his unparalleled talent! He will be joined by the sensational Sullivan King, Divolly Markward, and DJ Babura, creating an atmosphere you won't want to miss!  📅 Day 4 - August 3rd: We have the incomparable Salvatore Ganacci, who will leave you breathles

Primal Instict: Unraveling the science behind techno

Prepare to delve into the intriguing world of Primal Instinct , the groundbreaking label founded by Berlin-based visionary, Chlär , in collaboration with Alarico and The Chronics. The EP from "Funk Assault", a dynamic duo comprising Chlär and Alarico , was unveiled alongside the label's launch, and its vinyl edition promptly sold out, exceeding expectations.  On June 30, the digital edition of the EP has made its grand entrance, featuring a carefully curated selection of five tracks.  Chlär's vision shines through these compositions, capturing the essence of Primal Instinct: an amalgamation of organic digital sounds and infectious, repetitive patterns that will have you s urrender to the groove. For Chlär, the creation of Primal Instinct has been a long-time coming.  During a captivating performance at Radion Amsterdam prior to the pandemic, a single track ignited an electrifying response from the crowd. This profound moment ignited Chlär's curiosity, le

TMM Records: Brand new podcast with Skeef Menezes

We are super stoked to invite you to check out the brand-new episode of TMM Records podcasts. Their 5-th episode with Skeef Menezes is a mesmerizing tapestry of electrifying elements, enriched by a kaleidoscope of diverse sonic backgrounds, pulsating rhythms, and entrancing sequences transporting you to uncharted realms of techno. Trust to our taste of # techno :) it's where all the techno-magic happens!  Go listen up NOW! :) TMM Records · TMM Podcast 005 - Skeef Menezes When you subscribe to TMM Records on YouTube , you'll be the first to score the freshest techno tracks, epic albums, killer releases, and mind-melting podcast episodes, and all of this with an incredible visual on every art they do.  We're talking about insanely talented underground techno artists from every corner of the world.  Don't miss out on this wild ride!  More about TMM Records on our portal you an find it HERE !

The story behind the artwork: Kosovo Clubbing Podcast 022 I Leart Rama

We did some research and found out that there were club lights on Leart's first exhibition so we played around with lights. 💥🤩🤩😍😍🤍🖤 We were inspired by Photon & Rilindja Warehouse for the lights. Every time we have to do something with lights, we watch Ben Klock's Photon set at Awakenings for inspiration. Photon is the best music & light experience ever!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️  There are X-shaped lights coming for Leart's podcast cover art. Thank you Leart for taking us on this journey of light 👌😎

Kosovo Clubbing Podcast 022 I Leart Rama

The 22nd episode of  Kosovo Clubbing Podcast  with the talented film director and sound design maestro, Leart Rama. Leart Rama is a film director who found his calling in the art of sound design. He uses his raw and intimate connection between sound and emotion to bring his films to life and thus immersed himself in the subgenres of electronic music, opening new levels of creativity.  Leart's DJ sets and films are a reflection of life itself.  From the rawest noise to the most ethereal ambiance, he pushes the boundaries of the possible and takes his audience on a journey into the unknown. As a key part of the Servis organization , Leart is determined to make his mark on the stage, telling stories through the power of music and pushing the boundaries of what is possible.  This is the essence of true art and a reflection of Leart Rama 's fearless spirit. Enjoy listening to the slowed-down trance set of Leart Rama, something that he is really into recently! Kosovo Clubb

Luxembourg: LOA Festival 8th/9th SEP 2023

Luxembourg , a charming European gem known for its rich history, picturesque landscapes, and cultural diversity, is set to host a truly magical event that promises to captivate hearts and souls alike - t he LOA Festival.  LOA Festival will be held in Luxembourg  on Friday 8th September and 9th September 2023.  With its unique blend of art, music, culture, and spirituality, the LOA Festival is poised to become a remarkable celebration that draws people from all corners of the world. In this blog, we'll delve into the essence of the LOA Festival, exploring its origins, offerings, and the enchanting destination of Luxembourg .  The LOA Festival , short for "Land of Arts," is an extraordinary convergence of creativity, self-discovery, and connection.  Rooted in the principles of the Law of Attraction, this festival embraces the idea that positivity and intention can shape our lives.  The founders of the festival envisioned a space where people could come together to ce

From a DJ competition to a label - Let's Mix It! Records

While we await the upcoming release of Let’s Mix It! DJ competitions, Let's Mix It! are coming up details about their new project.  For several years, Let's Mix It! has been opening doors for young, promising, and undiscovered DJs and producers from the region through their DJ competition and music production course.  Recently, Let's Mix It! has expanded its activities by launching Let's Mix It! Records, a platform aimed at showcasing the future of regional electronic music.  Marko Milićević , better known as Gramophonedzie and the label's owner shared more about the idea behind Let's Mix It! Records.  " Let's Mix It! Records aims to help our DJs grow as producers and gain visibility on the global stage. Alongside DJing, we want to enhance their music production skills, as we believe it's an essential part of DJs' career advancement and the development of the local scene. We understand that many face challenges in presenting their first releae

Ultra Europe festival 7th - 9th JULY 2023 Split, Croatia

ULTRA Europe will kick off in Split's Youth Park from July 7 to 9, 2023 , and then continue its journey through the Destination concept on the Croatian islands of Brač, Hvar, and Vis.  The list of performers for this year's edition of the European version of the ULTRA festival is now complete with three new names.  W&W, a Dutch producer duo consisting of Willem van Hanegem and Ward van der Harst, have surpassed genre boundaries and become one of the most sought-after duos in the electronic music world. Mykris, a Spanish artist who launched his stellar career in Miami, has performed on many prominent stages around the world since 2013. Plastik Funk, a leading German artist, boasts an impressive collection of accolades, astonishing energy, and world-class releases.  As a reminder, the lineup also includes Adam Beyer, Afrojack, Alesso, Axwell, Boris Brejcha, Carl Cox, Charlotte de Witte, DJ Snake, Enrico Sangiuliano, Fedde Le Grand, Gryffin, Hardwell, HI-LO, Martin Garrix, Ma

EXIT’s electronic music lineup rounded off: From The Prodigy and Skrillex to Eric Prydz and Indira Paganotto

 The global myth surrounding EXIT festival was largely built around the extremely careful selection of the electronic music program, thanks to which many epic acts performed at Petrovaradin Fortress. This year’s entire electronic music program has just been presented, with which EXIT has decided to encapsulate the previous two decades and provide visitors with the genre’s most diverse sound, unique live performances, an appreciation of female creativity, premiere performances, as well as a combination of legends, the hottest international artists, and up-and-coming talent. The lineups of the stages dedicated to the highest-quality techno, house, tech-house, drum’n’bass, and trance sound , including Urban Bug, X-bass, IQOS Together X. House, Gaia Trance, and AS FM, have also been revealed. From July 6 to 9, global, regional, and local performers will present the finest of electronic music on these eight stages, led by mts Dance Arena, the unofficial global temple of this sound! A celeb

The story behind the artwork: Kosovo Clubbing Podcast 021 I Armir

Armir played Dax J - Reign Of Techno on his set for us.  It took me back to all the techno nights we've been together, where we could feel the intensity of techno on the lights and everywhere 💥😍😍😍🖤🖤🖤 I wanted to visualize the intensity of techno in the artwork through blurred lights by bass.  I was listening to Dax J's Photon set to get inspiration from the lights as Photon has the best lights ever!!! 💥😍😍🖤🖤🤍🤍 I blurred the light reflection on vinyl grooves to make it look like club lights because of the vinyl SHDW & Obscure Shape gave me as a gift.  Dax J's remix is on the vinyl 🖤🤍😊 I made the lights white because of Die Weiße Rose 🌹🤍   Dj Armir brought so many memories back 😊  

Kosovo Clubbing Podcast 021 with Armir

For our 21st edition of the Kosovo Clubbing podcast, we are presenting a young talented DJ,  Armir . The story behind the artwork ;)  Armir is a dj of electronic music, based in Prishtina, Kosovo. He's part of  Servis organization which is one of the leading techno promoters in this area.  He has been a part of the music scene since 2021, and has performed in various cities such as Shkodër, Tirana, and Beograd, as well as being streamed from places like London and Skopje.  His music style can be described as a fusion of techno, hypnotic, EBM, and slow-burning beats.  Enjoy Armir's set, feel the intensity of techno on the lights and everywhere!     Kosovo Clubbing · Kosovo Clubbing Podcast 021 I Armir

Take a peek into the studio of Colombian electronic wizard Adriana Lopez

Adriana Lopez, a Colombian electronic artist hailed as one of techno's most influential figures by London's Fabric, has opened the doors to her studio.  Born in Colombia, Adriana Lopez entered the electronic scene in Bogotá in the late 90s, taking her place behind the DJ desk for the first time.  A significant milestone in her career came when she moved to Barcelona in 2003 to pursue studies in audio engineering and music production. Barcelona became her home, and her career soared to great heights.  Fabric , based in London, acknowledged her immeasurable contributions to the techno genre in her 20-year career.  Her influence extends not only in Colombia but also throughout South America.  To establish a platform for her releases, she launched her own label, Gray Report, in 2013. Through this label, she provides opportunities to young producers who share a similar sound.  But what does Adriana Lopez's personal space look like when she's not touring? In an interview, sh

Ensomnia presents the Rebellion Festival on July 21, 2023, at the AMC Hall in Prishtina, Kosovo

Ensomnia Club started to be a techno movement from Prishtina and in collaboration with Rebel Community will organize the Rebellion festival on 21. July 2023 at AMC Hall in Prishtina, Kosovo .   "We are happy to be part of the Rebel community and to organize a techno event in our capital city, renowned for its high-quality electronic music culture. This time, our focus is on techno music , and we aim to bring the most talented artists to captivate the amazing techno lovers in Kosovo . We can't wait to see all of you together," said for our portal, the owner of the Ensomnia, Leutrim Ismajli.  The first headliners are announced for all techno "freaks ",  incredible and amazing techno artists  Fatima Hajji  & Nastia.  It's going to be a madness of techno beats on the dancefloor on July 21, 2023! :)  And do not miss listening to regional and local support by techno artists: Fanatek , Foxy and Leo Lumezi. Stay tuned for the next announcement of techno ar

OPEN CALL: Competition for tracks that will be featured on the new compilation Astralis 25, Croatia

Astralis is a renowned institution of electronic music in Zagreb, and this competition marks the occasion of its 25th anniversary, igniting a fresh wave of creativity.  The competition invites composers of electronic music to submit new compositions for consideration on the compilation "Astralis 25".  The competition is open to all electronic music composers.  Here are the conditions:  * Original works of club electronic music from all genres are accepted The criteria are simple: * the tracks must be danceable and have the power to ignite the dance floor!  Submissions must be unpublished works.  Please send exclusive SoundCloud private links with a download option.  The deadline for submissions is July 31st.  Each participant can submit a maximum of two outstanding tracks. The competition is supported by ZAPRAF - the Association for the Protection, Collection, and Distribution of Phonogram Rights Fees.  Join us in shaping the new Astralis sound by participating in this compe

Lineup announced for BALKAN:MOST festival, Veszprém, Hungary

Join us in the beautiful town of Veszprém from September 7-9 for an extraordinary music experience. With 6 headliners and 24 showcase gigs, the festival promises a vibrant lineup that transcends stereotypes. Explore the rich colors of Balkan music with Dubioza Kolektiv 's rebellious energy, Marina Satti's spirited sensuality, La Caravane Passe's bohemian charm, and Barcelona Gipsy balKan Orchestra's joyful melodies. Immerse yourself in Bosnian blues (sevdah), neofolk, gipsy hop, and upland electronica. Catch unforgettable performances by Oratnitza , Divanhana, and Perija across 3 open-air stages in the enchanting Veszprém Castle and City Center. BALKAN:MOST isa movement to redefine Balkan music and break new ground.  In collaboration with WOMEX and organized within the Veszprém-Balaton 2023 European Capital of Culture framework, the festival brings together rising Balkan artists and European music professionals. Through 30 open-air gigs, it spreads the diverse messag

EXIT and Coca-Cola Present the World’s Best Festival VR Experience

After the EXIT Festival premiered an exclusive VR project last year at World Expo Dubai, EXIT and Coca-Cola are launching a series of events from May 28 to June 18 called EXITVERSE @ Coke Studio in five Serbian and two North Macedonian cities. The world’s best festival VR experience will allow visitors to see the EXIT Festival from an entirely new perspective — standing right next to David Guetta on the Main Stage or next to Solomon and Paul Kalkbrenner on the Dance Arena! To mark this occasion, special merchandise packages will be created, with one in each city containing two EXIT VIP tickets, while all funds collected on behalf of the EXIT Foundation will be donated to humanitarian causes. Exit’s exclusive VR project was initially presented within the Serbian Pavilion at World Expo 2020 in Dubai. Since then, the VR zone has been an integral part of every festival and event organized by Exit. This unique audio-visual project showcases recognizable festival locations, including some e

EXIT Festival Partners with NFT-TiX for Multi-Year Collaboration

After receiving an award for Best Innovation at the U.K Festival Awards, EXIT has entered into a multi-year collaboration with ticketing platform NFT-TiX for its upcoming festivals and events. EXIT, a multiple Best European Festival Award winner, became the first major music event in the world to use blockchain technology to sell NFT tickets for an event of this size, enabling the purchase of tickets on a decentralised ticketing platform.  It was this project that won the U.K Festival Innovation Award mentioned earlier and it has now been shortlisted for the DISRUPTOR Award at the Ticketing Business Awards, one of the most prestigious global awards in ticketing business industry.  The collaboration with NFT-TiX will include a series of events organised by the EXIT team, with a special offer for the upcoming EXIT Festival, which will take place from the 6th to the 9th of July 2023 at the Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad.  In addition to NFT tickets, EXIT was the first big festival

Patch festival: THE MUST-ATTEND TECHNO EVENT OF 2023

The countdown has begun for PATCH Festival , set to take place at Napoleon Komplex  in Berlin , Germany on May 26-27, 2023. Prepare to be engulfed by non-stop beats and unparalleled energy that only techno music can deliver. Part 1 - Melodic Techno / Techno:  The festival launches on Friday, May 26th, with a stellar lineup of exceptional melodic techno and techno DJs. As the night unfolds, the crowd will groove to the electrifying sounds of Alex Stein, AM.I, Crusy, Darin Epsilon, Denise Schneider, Jengi, Lovra, Miss Monique, and VONDA7. Doors open at 8:00 PM, igniting a dance marathon that will last until 8:00 AM the next morning.  Part 2 - Open Air:  On Saturday, May 27th, PATCH Festival moves outdoors for an enchanting open-air experience, featuring some of the most exciting techno artists of the moment. From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, the audience will be captivated by the masterful performances of Thomas Schumacher, Jil Tanner, Pascal Voltaire, VABU B2B Davide, and Vlad Yaki Part

The first Cannabis Expo in Croatia with a music festival: Hala, Zagreb, May 26th - May 28th.

An international cannabis exhibition is scheduled to take place in Zagreb at the end of May, accompanied by a music festival. Cultiva Zagreb will be held from May 26th to May 28th, 2023, at the Zagreb Hall.  This marks Croatia's inaugural trade exhibition dedicated to cannabis.  Alongside the indoor exhibition, an outdoor music festival will also be organized. This exciting event offers visitors an opportunity to explore and gain knowledge about the numerous uses and benefits of hemp.   From cultivation and harvesting to production and sales, this fair serves as the perfect platform to gain a comprehensive understanding of hemp.  Attendees will have the chance to learn from industry experts, connect with leading hemp producers and distributors, and discover the latest products and innovations in the cannabis industry.  Come and join us for a day of education, inspiration, and networking as we celebrate the incredible power of hemp.  EXHIBITORS FROM AROUND THE WORLD  Over 40 exhi