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Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture

Alec and Samir go beyond the beats and talk about the latest and greatest in the EDM scene. No topic is left unturned as the duo discusses new music, artists on the rise, lineup announcements, trends in the scene and more.

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00:59:51

New Deadmau5, Raves Back in 2021?! AFEM Takes on...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/11/19

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

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00:59:49

EDM Twitter Beef, Top 101 Producers of 2020, New Zhu...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/11/12

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

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01:04:45

LP Giobbi | Artist Spotlight and Session

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/11/05

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

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00:59:10

New Skrillex and Major Lazer, The Abyss Experience,...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/10/29

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

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00:36:12

Plastik Funk | Artist Spotlight

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/10/22

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

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00:59:15

Bad R3HAB Remix of Nirvana, EDC Portugal, We Pick One...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/10/15

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:

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01:00:48

Vin Diesel is a House DJ?? Beatport Partners with...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/10/01

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

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00:59:49

Pendulum is Back! We Reflect on EDM Industry,...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/09/24

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

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01:02:34

Taiwan Just Had a Festival, No More Sharing at Raves?...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/09/17

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)

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00:57:17

Erick Morillo’s Sex Crimes and Death, Cassette Sales...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/09/10

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

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01:02:14

How Segregated is EDM? NYU Studies Party Favors and...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/09/03

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

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01:22:33

Wuhan, China Pool Party Rave?! Apple Music Hones in...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/08/27

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

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01:15:46

Spotify Wows EDM Listeners, Novel Socially Distanced...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/08/20

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;

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01:49:21

Chainsmokers Concert Breaks COVID Rules, BRONSON...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/08/13

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

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01:36:41

COVID's Devastating Impact on Clubs & Festivals, DJ...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/07/30

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

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01:35:37

Drive-In Rave Poses as Religious Service, Tiesto...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/07/23

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

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01:18:22

Fare | Artist Spotlight

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/07/17

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

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01:35:41

Shocking Bassnectar Allegations, Sony Invests in Epic...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/07/16

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

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01:19:59

Voliik | Artist Spotlight + Session

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/07/03

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

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01:33:07

Ekali Is Getting into House, Switzerland Relaxes...

Beyond the Beats: EDM News and Culture ·

2020/07/02

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

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