A week goes by fast, and that means you need to catch up.
Here are the top news articles in the EDM world from Monday to Sunday.
Diplo to Host VHI Series
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| Soaring to new heights. |
Diplo will be the host of SoundClash, a soon to be a new VH1 show that will feature three acts performing simultaneously on one stage.
It will premiere on July 23 with Fall Out Boy, London Grammar, and Lil’ Wayne. On July 30, SoundClash will feature Ed Sheeran, Sia, and Grouplove.
They weren't kidding about SoundClash.
Soundclash will be executive produced by Questlove Will, Roots drummer and band leader.
Deadmau5 to Quit Clubland?
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| You'll all miss me when I'm gone. Squeak. |
In his latest episode of Coffee Run with Tycho, Joel Zimmerman (aka Deadmau5) said he is “over” clubland.
In the video, he says, "I'm kind of getting out of clubland for a while too, I'm just over it. We try and fly in as much [production gear] as we can. We've got these two robots that do cool shit but that's it."
Coffee Run is an online series where Joel Zimmerman, aka Deadmau5, invites a special guest and takes them on a coffee run in his Ferrari.
Watch the video below:
Deorro Actually Did Quit
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| So long, suckers. |
“If selling out means a musician making money, does that mean a cook, a painter, a designer and everyone else is a sellout once they’re paid?”
Deorro asked this question on Twitter before convincing himself that maybe he should hang up his headphones and call it quits.
Some of listed the reasons on why he’s quitting included that it keeps him away from his family, it makes it difficult to produce music that he wants to produce, he doesn't like being the center of attention, and quite a lot more.
Here are a few of his tweets below:
Check out Deorro and more on why he quit on Twitter.
Aphex Twin Kickstarter Campaign Raises $67,000
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| Thanks for the money! |
A Kickstarter campign started in April for Aphex Twin to buy a digital copy of the Caustic Window LP. Discogs asked for $13,500 for Aphex Twin to have a test pressing of the record, but the price was able to be lowered to $9,300.
The campaign ended May 10 with 4,124 backers, raising $67,000.
The test pressing will be ripped to a digital format and distributed to the buyers The original vinyl will be listed for sale on eBay, and the proceeds of the sale will be divided between Rephlex/Aphex Twin, the Kickstarter contributors, and a charity.
The campaign was undertaken by Aphex Twin’s record label, Rephlex
What Happens After You Take a #Selfie?
The Chainsmokers Bring in Bank
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| They told me I could be anything. So, I took a selfie. |
After reaching #16 on the Billboard Hot 100, earning over 726,000 iTune downloads, and earning over 100 million Youtube views, The Chainsmokers have not only caught the attention of the public, but record labels and publishers as well.
Alex Pall and Andrew Taggart, aka The Chainsmokers, have signed a publishing contract with the largest music publisher and one of the biggest label groups, being Sony/ATV and Republic Records, respectively.
What originally started out as a joke by making the song in “literally an hour,” according to the duo’s manager, the two have now landed two deals that offer more than $1 million each.
Calvin Harris Officially Second Richest
A couple named Gregg and Brittany tied the knot at Krewella’s concert at the Red Rocks Amphitheater for Global Dub Festival 2014.
To prepare for the marriage on May 16, Yasmine became an ordained minister just for the occasion.
Watch the video below for the magic:
Krewella has played a major role in the Gregg and Brittany’s relationship. These were actually the two who became engaged in Krewella’s music video, “Human,” which can be seen here.
Alex Pall and Andrew Taggart, aka The Chainsmokers, have signed a publishing contract with the largest music publisher and one of the biggest label groups, being Sony/ATV and Republic Records, respectively.
What originally started out as a joke by making the song in “literally an hour,” according to the duo’s manager, the two have now landed two deals that offer more than $1 million each.
Calvin Harris Officially Second Richest
UK Musician Under 30
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| Maybe now I can afford a razor. |
Calvin Harris is now the second wealthiest DJ in the world.
Passing One Direction with £45 million (or $75), Calvin Harris is the second richest UK artist under 30 years old with £30 million (or $50).
Adele still continues to pave the way as richest UK artist under 30 with £45 million (or $75 million).
Krewella Marries Couple in Front of a Sold Out Concert
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| 'Til plur do us part. |
A couple named Gregg and Brittany tied the knot at Krewella’s concert at the Red Rocks Amphitheater for Global Dub Festival 2014.
To prepare for the marriage on May 16, Yasmine became an ordained minister just for the occasion.
Watch the video below for the magic:
Krewella has played a major role in the Gregg and Brittany’s relationship. These were actually the two who became engaged in Krewella’s music video, “Human,” which can be seen here.
Nina Kraviz Launches Record Label, трип
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| Tripping balls. |
Russian DJ, producer, and singer Nina Kraviz will official launch a new record label this Autumn, called трип (pronounced like “trip”).
A press release says
трип will focus on the “Trippier, acidic side of electronic music.
Kraviz will headline a трип showcase in Barccelona on June 14, featuring Luke Hess, Breaker 1 2, Stanislav Tolkachev, and Milton Bradley
To be the first to learn about трип at the showcase, snag a ticket while you can here.
Randy Newman Hopes to Collaborate with
“Some Swedish Guy” to Make an EDM Album
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| I can't tell you the number of men I had to kill for this. |
In an interview with Rolling Stone, Randy Newman said, “I’d like to do an EDM record – get some Swedish guy, have him do 700 dates ‘til he breaks, then get another one. I could write it. I think I could. Some of that’s kind of irresistible.”
In case you don't recognize Randy by his name, here's a memory jogger:
So, yeah. Expect that.
Mister Saturday Night
Hosting First Outdoor Party on Sunday
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| Gotta get down on Saturday. |
American duo Eamon Harkin and Justin
Carter, otherwise known as Mister Saturday Night will be hosting the first Mister Sunday party of the year on May 25.
It will be held in the Industry City complex in Brooklyn, New York from 5 pm to 10 pm.
Don't worry if you're under 21 since the event is open to all ages and all species (aka dog-friendly). Expect tacos and sangria from a local business called Country Boys as well some locally-brewed beer.
Get yourself some tickets here.
Shackleton Denied US Visa
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| They hit me like a wrecking ball. |
Shackleton had to cancel his entire US tour after his Visa application was denied.
In a statement, Shackleton said, "I can only express how disappointed I am on behalf of all the people who have made efforts on my behalf."
Former Disco partner, Appleblim, will fill the slot, which also features Magic Mountain high, Kangding Ray, and Løt.te.
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