Best of 2013 Interview: DJ, Producer & Radio Host Gina Star

Gina Star is a DJ and producer originally from Dallas, Texas. After moving to LA in 2006 to further her career, she was hailed by the LA Times and E! Entertainment as one of the most talented and sought after DJ’s in the city, and was welcomed into some of LA's most exclusive V.I.P. celebrity endorsed nightclubs, playing her own special style of big room uplifting house.

Moving across the pond to the UK in 2009 to further her DJ & production career, Gina propelled herself into the limelight working with Toolroom Records and gaining support with her productions, notably Pete Tong spinning her Cirez D & Sunscreem mashup to the masses on his Radio 1 show.

Gina Star released ?This Is Hollywood' which entered the Beatport Top 100 at #10, and #1 on the Progressive House chart. David Guetta featured it on his internationally syndicated F*** Me I’m Famous radio show. The track features the instantly recognizable vocal talent of Roland Clark preaching ?Welcome to Hollywood, what’s your dream'.

Best of 2013 Interview: Hugo de Graaf

Best of 2013 Interview: Hugo de Graaf, A&R Manager Wildife / Rub A Duck for Black Hole Recordings. In the early years of the new millennium 2000 he began as the graphic designer for Black Hole Recordings including all its sub labels, creating practically every known vinyl-, CD- and CD single cover that’s currently in the Black Hole Recordings catalogue. His personal interest in electronic dance later on also got him several remix assignments for tracks like To The Floor by Andy Duguid, Sine Language by the Crystal Method Featuring LMFAO and it also led to his own productions under the moniker of Dunugoz vs Tha Roofas releasing such hit singles as Anita’s Theme and The Cross Eyed Indian.

In late 2010/early 2011 Hugo became the label manager of his own sub label to the Black Hole imprint, entitled Rub A Duck, with a strong focus on high powered underground dubstep, glitch hop, electro, breaks and electro house. The acclaimed releases of Rub A Duck didn’t go unnoticed and in a short period of time the label signed acts like The Freestylers, Drumline & Bassline Smith, Wetdog, Relay & Front, Piyush Bhatnagar, Franky Nuts, Hectic, Jagged HedZ and many others. Famous artists like Cookie Monsta, Ed Rush & Optical, Damn You Mongolians and Datsik all remixed several singles for the imprint and other heavyweights like John B, Dub Pistols and Steve Oaki made it clear that they supported the releases.

Best Of 2013 Interview: Sean Tyas

Best Of 2013 Interview: Sean Tyas. A New York native now residing in Switzerland, Sean Tyas is one of the brightest new stars to rise from the Trance scene in recent years. He first broke onto the scene when Sander van Doorn selected him winner of the 'Punk'd' remix competition, leading to the Discover label to sign up his early releases such as 'Lift' which captured the imagination of the Trance community.

This proved to be the start of Sean Tyas emerging as one of the most talented and in-demand producers in EDM today, having co-produced with Armin van Buuren on 'Intricacy', remixed the likes of 'Suburban Train' for Tiësto, 'Oceanic' for Above & Beyond and 'Waiting' for Dash Berlin, and today releasing on a range of leading trance labels such as Armada, Vandit, Black Hole Recordings, AnjunaBeats and his own Tytanium Recordings, while simultaneously spreading his nu-school electro-tech sounds on sought-after labels including Tone Diary and Burn The Fire.

Latest release is his collaboration with Noah Neiman and the amazing singer Fisher - Lose My Logic on Black Hole recordings    

Best of 2013 Interview: Jacob Van Hage, Rotterdam , The Netherlands

Best of 2013 Interview: Jacob Van Hage: Hailing from Rotterdam, The Netherlands, comes a Dutchman by the name of Jacob van Hage. With his own sound and style, he wants to send out a clear signal about who he really is and what to expect when listening to his tracks, mixes and live gigs. Through incredible skills and his intense work ethic, Jacob has risen from humble beginnings to become a world wide recognised name. Jacob is one of the most promising crossover DJ/Producers in the scene by bringing together different styles of electronic dance music. He has managed to develop his own unique floor-driven style, and that paved the way for greater triumphs. His original productions and remixes rocked the global dance floors and definitely he is one of the best DJ & producer in 2013.

Review: Dyro feat. Radboud - You Gotta Know (Original Mix)

Review: Dyro feat. Radboud - You Gotta Know (Original Mix). Eclectic Dutch trailblazer and DJ Mag Top 100 Poll's "highest new entry" Dyro has had a lot of reasons to celebrate throughout 2013. Off the heels of upfront club offering 'Go Down' and earlier collaborative landmark 'Never Say Goodbye', alongside new World #1 DJ Hardwell and Heather Bright, the young artist returns to Revealed Recordings armed with a brand new vocal offering to close his most prolific year to date. Fusing his signature big room sound with catchy melodic progressions, the addition of Radboud's well-formed topline does not impede on the peak time perfection that this young talent has continued to employ throughout his trademark sound.
You Gotta Know" is now available on Beatport!

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Review: Ferry Corsten & JES - In Your Eyes (Dirty Chips Remix)

Up next, "In Your Eyes", the sleeper hit by JES and Ferry Corsten from his WKND album gets and earth shaking progressive remix from future super producers "Dirty Chips". Impacting Radio now with an infectious rhythm and sensual vocals. One listen and you'll know, this will rock your ears and the dance floor! Thanks to Planet Jes for the awesome promo!

Dimitri Kechagias review: The awesome DJ and singer JES is rocking the world with her radio show 'Unleash The Beat' which has already reached its fifty fourth episode. Her collaboration with the legend and EDM pioneer Ferry Corsten for his album WKND called In Your Eyes gets the big room epic progressive house treatment by the upcoming UK duo Dirty Chips. Their remix is what the crowds demands these days; dynamic pumping beats, rough and sharp basslines, while on the breakdown the tracks become really romantic and atmospheric, with sweet mesmerising melodies, huge piano chords to sooth your soul, and support from the fantastic voice of JES, which once again shines and stands out with her highly emotional and heartfelt performance.

Review: Rank 1 - 13.11.11 out on High Contrast Recordings

Rank 1 singles are gems every bit as much through their scarcity as their ability to send floors supernova. When the Dutch pairing of Benno de Goeij & Piet Bervoets have something to say studio-side though, it's always worth listening to. 2013 has already brought the thrilling sonic compulsion of M.I.K.E. collaboration 'Elements of Life' and the big-room-boom/title-says-it-all 'Floorlifter'.

Now though prepare for one of the most extraordinary, atypical, riveting, downright brilliant recordings you'll hear this year. '13.11.11' is its name… it's BPM, runtime and its release date, all rolled into one.High concept, huh!?

Maverick as much by design as intent, '13.11.11' rolls out with prog-trance force and tempo (131.111 bpms on the nose!), with its deep, sonorous bass-building atmosphere. Don't think it's going to hang around there too long though…

Review: Alex M.O.R.P.H. presents Corti Organ - Magnum out on VANDIT Records

Alex M.O.R.P.H. presents Corti Organ - Magnum. Alex M.O.R.P.H. as being one of the leading DJs/producers for global dance music has already collaborated with some of the biggest names of the scene. His former collaborations on Paul van Dyk’s legendary ‘In Between’ and other releases with artists such as Armin van Buuren and Ana Criado pushed him right into the first division of global DJs.

Now Mr. M.O.R.P.H. presents the rising star act Corti Organ to the scene. Influenced by Trance of the mid to late 90’s, the half German and half Croatian DJ duo and residents of Alex´ & Woody van Eyden's HeavensGate radio show started to release their very own interpretation of Trance music just a year ago – with success! International DJ stars such as Paul van Dyk, Paul Oakenfold and Armin van Buuren are playing their thrilling sounds all around the globe, putting the crowds in ecstasis day by day.

Review: Thomas Newson - Pallaroid (Original Mix) out on Revealed Recordings

Thomas Newson - Pallaroid (Original Mix). Already racking a considerable output of cutting edge newcomers, Revealed Recordings has another secret weapon up its sleeve for 2013. This time, it comes in the form of 19-year-old trailblazer Thomas Newson, who debuts on the label next month with "Pallaroid." As one of the last IDs to have teased fans in Hardwell's groundbreaking Tomorrowland set -- which to date has collected more than 12 million views -- the teaser comes with the backstory from Hardwell himself as to how the track's journeyed from Newson's mind to the labels safe hands. The track itself, rife with high octane drops and heavyset electro bass lines in full-effect, packs explosive energy into this inaugural offering from the young producer, asserting that The Netherland's still has a few tricks up its sleeves where groundbreaking new talent is concerned. "Pallaroid" is now available on Revealed Recordings!

Out now! Click here to buy at beatport

Hardwell ft. Matthew Koma - 'Dare You'

Hardwell ft. Matthew Koma - Dare You on Relentless / Revealed. At the end of a landmark year for Hardwell, the Dutch producer and newly crowned number 1 DJ in the world announces his latest single, ‘Dare You’ ft. Matthew Koma, set for general release January 5th 2014.

Despite a relentless schedule that has seen the 25 Year old jetting all over the world, rocking stadiums, festivals and clubs, making documentaries and hosting an acclaimed radio show, Hardwell’s tireless work ethic means his music never suffers, evident with the quality of his latest single. The brand new release ‘Dare You’ sees the Dutch force enlist the talents of in-demand vocalist, Matthew Koma for a spine-tingling slice of EDM.

A producer at ease crafting both melodic masterpieces and festival bangers, with ‘Dare You’ Hardwell's penchant for uplifting chords and rising intensity is on full show. An upward assent from the first beat, climbing high throughout, Hardwell combines Koma’s rousing tones with infectious guitars, twinkling key, rushing synth work and his trademark drops. The result is progressive yet blissful, boasting an appeal that reaches far beyond dance floors.

Ferry Corsten – Once Upon A Night Vol. 4

Ferry Corsten – Once Upon A Night Vol. 4. Maven electronic music master Ferry Corsten opens the book for a fourth spellbinding volume in his fabled ‘Once Upon A Night’ series. Over two exactingly structured, seamlessly crafted mix chapters, he chronicles his and Flashover Recordings’ latest clubland adventures. In addition to his own musical stock, the fourth edition features a wealth of new material from some of Holland’s most established label houses - Black Hole Recordings, Spinnin’ Records and Armada Music among them.

With this new edition Ferry has shifted the style sights - audibly travelling far beyond the exclusive province of trance. Expanding the ‘Night’s remit, he’s opened it up to embrace a wide span of electronic music, from which he draws on audio from both its best-known proponents and brightest young talent.

Released through Premier Recordings, November 28th 2013. Pre-order via iTunes here: http://bit.ly/1amZPjA

‘Once Upon A Night’s pages have been reopened and Ferry’s again ready to let the music tell the story.

Review: Sandro Silva - Payback (Original Mix) out now!

Review: Sandro Silva - Payback (Original Mix) out on Revealed Recordings. Just when you thought you’d seen it all from Revealed Recordings and their unending list of IDs, the label inaugurates Dutch heavyweight Sandro Silva with hard-hitting label debut “Payback.” Still soaring off the back of his platinum-scoping club anthem “Epic” alongside Quintino. Sandro returns with another highly addictive tune to up-the-ante on his name for A-grade club fuel. Premiered by Hardwell during his Tomorrowland set and gaining the biggest sit down moment of the entire festival, Sandro deals a first-class club weapon upon Revealed, dealing in his catchy electro tendencies to score his most personal and powerful solo offering of 2013. For anyone who doubted Reveald’s hold on the peak time skyline, Sandro Silva’s payback proves ignorable.

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Tiësto’s Support of 2012 Dance (Red) Save Lives Album Campaign

Tiësto’s Support of 2012 Dance (Red) Save Lives Album Campaign Drives invaluable awareness and contribution to the global fund to fight AIDS.

Mobilising the global dance community around the AIDS fight, World AIDS Day 2012 saw electronic dance music pioneer, Tiësto, release the first DANCE (RED) SAVE LIVES compilation album. Produced by Musical Freedom in collaboration with (RED) and Recreation Worldwide, the album went to #1 on the iTunes dance charts in 33 countries, and set a new precedent for EDM artists supporting the work of The Global Fund to fight AIDS.

So far, sales of the 2012 DANCE (RED) SAVE LIVES album – along with a personal donation from Tiësto as part of the social media component of the campaign – have contributed $500,000 for The Global Fund; money which is used to finance programs which provide prevention, treatment, counseling, HIV testing and care services.

Dance (Red) Saves Lives 2

(Red) Brings Together The World’S Biggest DJs + Pop Artists To Release Dance (Red) Save Lives2 On iTunes November 25, 2013

Album To Kick-Off 24-Hour Global Dance Celebrations And Livestream Of Stereosonic Sydney On Vice’S Thump Across World Aids Day Weekend, November 30th & December 1st

Following the global success of the 2012 DANCE (RED) SAVE LIVES music compilation - which topped the iTunes dance charts at #1 in 33 countries - (RED) together with today’s hottest dance artists, including Avicii, Baauer, Benny Benassi, Bingo Players, Calvin Harris, Dada Life, deadmau5, Major Lazer, Martin Solveig, RL Grime, Swedish House Mafia, Tiësto, Tommy Trash and many more, announce DANCE (RED) SAVE LIVES2.

The ultimate soundtrack to this year’s World AIDS Day weekend celebrations, the DANCE (RED) SAVE LIVES2 compilation features new and original collaborative dance tracks, plus remixes of Robin Thicke, Katy Perry, Empire of the Sun, and Far East Movement. Proceeds from the sales of DANCE (RED) SAVE LIVES2  go to the Global Fund to fight AIDS.

Hardwell reveals new single ‘Dare You’

Hardwell reveals new single ‘Dare You’ feat. Matthew Koma and premieres exclusively through Shazam. Recently crowned DJ Mag Top 100 #1 Hardwell is not resting on any laurels past this undeniable career landmark. He returns alongside North American songsmith Matthew Koma, beckoning a new direction from the Dutch icon and his peak time powerhouse now found at Revealed Recordings. Premiered during the sold-out edition of Hardwell Presents Revealed at this year’s ADE with a special live appearance from Koma himself, the infamous American songwriter behind ‘Years’ and ‘Calling (Lose My Mind)’ unites with the recently crowned number one DJ in the world for a definitive vocal club anthem of mass appeal. This highly anticipated vocal record follows up from Hardwell’s scorching festival anthem ‘Never Say Goodbye’, a collaboration with leading Dutch talent Dyro and Bright Lights (aka Heather Bright), and shows a new and melodically refined direction for Hardwell’s own peak time aptitude. Interject Koma’s on-point songwriting and ‘Dare You’ marks an unsuspecting yet spectacular display of radio-friendly club fuel that is set in motion another year of domination from this new age Dutch heavyweight.

Winter Vandit Nights 2013 With Paul Van Dyk @ Kesselhaus, Kulturbrauerei, Berlin - 14.12.2013. In season-honoured tradition, going back half a decade or more, this December 14th Paul van Dyk will begin his final countdown to Christmas with another bravura performance on his home-turf of Berlin. In the comfortably customary setting of the German capital’s über-fine Kesselhaus Culture Brewery, he’ll be celebrating another year of VANDIT Records sounds, sights and experiences. Helping to heat those undoubtedly chilly streets will be fellow knights of the Winter Night Arnej and Alex M.O.R.P.H.  Giving yet greater cause for festivity, the event will also play host to the release party for the new PvD-mixed ‘VONYC Sessions: 2013’ compilation.

On December 14th all roads lead to Berlin and to the doors of Kesselhaus… Get there by any means necessary!

The fridge is starting to bulge, the tree is just about standing straight and it’s getting dark right after lunch. It can mean but just one thing… Christmas is coming up fast! There’s always one more weekend for some proper kinetic club-side action before you hang up your clubbing shoes (and stockings!) for the holidays though. The second weekend of December will see PvD and the VANDIT label crew storm the doors of Berlin’s famed Kesselhaus club spot for another edition of Winter Nights.  

3LAU, Paris & Simo feat. Bright Lights - Escape (The Remixes)

3LAU, Paris & Simo feat. Bright Lights - Escape (The Remixes) out on Revealed recordings. At the tail end of 2013, few summer anthems have held their corner quite to the extent of Paris & Simo and 3LAU's vocal collaborative "Escape" alongside Heather Bright. In the wake of such a landmark release, Revealed Recordings put remix duties out there for the next generation of talent. With over 1700 submissions pouring in from across the globe, Hardwell and his dedicated label team handpicked Italian duo Flatdisk as overall winners of the competition, the release of which comes accompanied by two additional entries to further Revealed's commitment to shining a light on cutting edge dance talents. Reigning from Italy, Flatdisk use their first place remix to test the musical boundaries of this Beatport chart-topping original, leaping from two-step digressions to adrenaline fuelled drops whilst maintaining the original's unforgettable melodic assets. Swedish newcomer Manse then dons an uplifting and melodic remix sure to captivate the peak time crowds, leaving LA-based duo Charity Strike to bring the bounce with a festival-proofed electro cut with huge dance floor potential. With 2014 already promising new and familiar talents from across the globe and a continuation of the essential floor fuel we have seen Revealed consistently deal in, one thing is for certain - the future of global dance music has never sounded so promising.