August 24th Weekly Roundup Feature

Hey hey! It’s August 24th, and we’re back with our weekly roundup feature! We took a week off for a little vacay, but we’re back in action! Check back in with The Festival Voice next week for the next roundup feature!

4B – SWITCH

Following the success of his Deadbeats debut, “WHAT IS THIS,” released in June, Jersey Club pioneer 4B returns to the label with his explosive new single, “SWITCH,” arriving August 12.

Leaning further into dubstep while staying true to the high-energy sound that has defined his career, “SWITCH” pairs relentless basslines, hypnotic vocals, crushing drops, and signature Jersey Club influences into a festival-ready weapon. The release marks the next step in 4B’s evolving sound, showcasing a heavier direction without losing the infectious energy that made him a standout in electronic music.

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BIIANCO – where_the_drummer_at

Self-described as a “high NRG trance cowboy,” NYC-born and London-based multi-instrumentalist, DJ, singer, producer, and live performer BIIANCO continues to carve out a singular space in dance music with the release of “where_the_drummer_at?”, out August 19 on Ultra Records. The track marks the first single from their forthcoming two-part EP project, near_sight.

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BLANKE – EDGE OF THE WORLD

Australian-born, Denver-based multi-faceted artist Blanke unveils his long-awaited debut album, EDGE OF THE WORLD, the culmination of years spent refining one of bass music’s most immersive and cinematic creative visions. More than a debut LP, the project serves as the emotional destination of the universe Blanke has carefully unfolded throughout 2026, bringing together themes of destruction, rebirth, hope, and human connection into a singular body of work.

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Bolo Hollywood

Fresh off a landmark main stage performance at HARD Summer, Latino producer/DJ Bolo today announces his upcoming headline show at Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, CA on November 21. The performance marks another major milestone in Bolo’s breakout year as he continues bringing his signature blend of house music, Latin rhythms, and high-energy performance to increasingly larger stages.

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Bonnie Raitt California

Bonnie Raitt and her band are returning home to California for a run of dates with Another Planet Entertainment. Limited tickets are still available for San Francisco on October 14 at The Theatre at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, while shows October 9 in Reno at Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort and October 14 in Santa Cruz at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium are sold out. The San Francisco date marks her first headlining show in the city since 2009. Ticket information can be found at billgrahamcivic.com.

Brunch Electronik

Brunch Electronik brings its 2026 Caja Mágica programme to a close this September with three distinctive events that capture the breadth of contemporary electronic music.

Across 5, 11 and 12 September, the open-air series moves from Joseph Capriati’s meeting point between house and techno to the bass-driven energy of Sammy Virji and MALUGI, before concluding with an open-to-close set from Keinemusik’s &ME.

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Buunshin & Mara Necia – Save Crystal

Dutch visionary producer Buunshin continues the journey toward his highly anticipated debut album with “Save Crystal,” a striking new collaboration with rising vocalist and songwriter Mara Necia. Following the immersive world established by first single “Luminous Body,” “Save Crystal” pushes further into the emotional and evolutionary territory of Buunshin’s forthcoming LP, pairing his meticulously constructed production with Mara Necia’s stunning vocal presence.

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COSTA – You Got Me

New York-born, DMV-based dubstep standout COSTA enters a new chapter with his debut original track, “You Got Me,” a high-impact collaboration with American DJ duo Fortune Favor, arriving via Monstercat, following a breakout SoundCloud run that built a dedicated fanbase and major anticipation for his first official release.

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Dani Ashley & Venessa Michaels – Put Me on the List

The LA Raver’s Dani Ashley, a prominent figure in Los Angeles nightlife and events coordinator behind some of the city’s most sought after underground parties, joins forces with LA-based producer Venessa Michaels, a multifaceted artist known for her genre-blending approach to hard bounce, Jersey club, and tech house, for the ultimate summer party anthem, “Put Me on the List,” out August 21.

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Day Zero Tulum

Once a year, an eclectic global tribe is drawn deep into the jungles of Tulum for a ritual where ancient tradition, untamed nature, and the hedonistic pulse of the dancefloor converge. On January 9th, 2027, Damian Lazarus’ Day Zero returns to the grounds where its mythology was first born, carrying revelers from the fading light of dusk through the deepest hours of darkness and into the rising sun. Now, Damian reveals the cast of selectors and live acts from across the global underground who will shape the next chapter of this jungle gathering.

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Detox Unit – Schematic

Nearly three years after the release of his acclaimed Liminal EP, Detox Unit returns Friday, August 21st with Schematic, a four-track EP marking the beginning of a new creative chapter for one of experimental bass music’s most respected artists. Built over several years and introduced through lead single “Detonator,” the release reflects Joseph Roberts’ deliberate approach to making music – prioritizing craftsmanship and longevity over constant output.

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DJ Tennis & M-High – Cold Hands

DJ Tennis and M-High come together today for “Cold Hands,” a new collaborative single out now via Life and Death. 

Drawing on new wave influences, the pair take the track through different corners of club music across three versions, with DJ Tennis taking an unusually personal role by providing his own vocals. The Italo Mix is a woozy, euphoric take built around glowing synths. The Electro Mix scales the track up for larger rooms, while the House Flip pushes it into punchier, tech house territory.

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FuturFestival

On November 13 and 14, Parque Fundidora will host FuturFestival’s first edition outside Europe. Born in Turin in 2009, the festival has for years been recognized by specialized media, industry experts and international rankings as one of the 10 most important electronic music festivals in the world.

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Hercules & Love Affair – My Journey feat. Hips & Lips

Hercules & Love Affair today shares the official video for “My Journey” feat. Hips & Lips, a deeply personal meditation on transformation and the courage it takes to step beyond the life prescribed for you and become who you truly are. The track appears on Danseur PT 1, the first installment of Andy Butler’s two-part Danseur EP, out now via Stratasonic Records.

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Jordan Brando – Fixation EP

Melbourne producer Jordan Brando releases his new Fixation EP today via DJ Tennis’ Life and Death. The four-track project marks Brando’s debut on the label and arrives as he continues to establish himself as one of Australia’s top new club exports.

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Kevin Knapp & Audiojack – Grab The Wall

Dirtybird mainstays Kevin Knapp and Audiojack reunite for their collaborative single ‘Grab The Wall’ out now. 

On ‘Grab The Wall,’ Kevin Knapp and Audiojack lean into the saucier side of their shared sound. Knapp’s soulful vocals give the track its central hook, adding a dynamic contrast to Audiojack’s groovy low-ends. Each twist and turn is unpredictable yet seamless as the track contours with throbbing basslines and sharp percussion. Playful and physical in equal measure, ‘Grab The Wall’ taps into Dirtybird’s penchant for character-led records that bring personality and eccentricity to the dancefloor.

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Lee Burridge – Reaching Stars

Legendary DJ, producer, labelhead, and tastemaker Lee Burridge today returns with another new single ‘Reaching Stars’ out now via All Day I Dream. 

Shifting from the bright buoyancy of ‘Fading Out’, ‘Reaching Stars’ dives into transportive tones and celestial spaces. Deeply meditative in its progression, the track unfolds with expansive melodies and hypnotic rhythms, gradually introducing sultry vocals that tell an otherworldly tale of transcendence, possibility, and escape. Looking beyond the familiar and toward something greater, ‘Reaching Stars’ carries a sense of wonder and whimsy, guiding listeners through an immersive, dreamlike journey.

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Mia Moretti – GET READY!

Los Angeles-based DJ, producer, and international cultural tastemaker Mia Moretti has spent the summer building momentum towards her brand new EP, GET READY! out today, August 21 via Spaghetti Moretti Records. A collection of five new songs and two remixes, GET READY! incorporates unforgettable riffs, riveting techno experimentation, and infectious beats. GET READY! simultaneously serves as the perfect soundtrack for a club dancefloor and a midday summer party. 

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NCS vs. Monstercat

For more than a decade, fans have debated NCS vs Monstercat. Now, as both labels celebrate their 15th anniversaries, that rivalry is becoming reality through a six-week collaborative release campaign featuring artists from both catalogues featuring a stacked lineup of new releases from both sides launching on Wednesday, August 12th running through Wednesday, September 16th.

• Jun 18th: 15 Year Anniversary Pop Up — Tokyo, J
• July 8th:  15 Year Anniversary Pop Up — Los Angeles, CA
• July 23rd:  15 Year Anniversary Pop Up — London, UK
• Aug. 8th:  15 Year Anniversary Pop Up — Vancouver, CA
• Aug 14th:  15 Year Anniversary Pop Up — San Francisco, CA
• Oct ?? ADE: NCS vs. Monstercat Tram Pop Up — Amsterdam, Netherlands

ØTTA – 4 x 4 FT. BIBI BABYDOLL

ØTTA has released “4X4,” a new collaboration with Brazilian artist Bibi Babydoll, out now via ØTTA’s own label and global party brand HOTTIES. The single is the latest preview of her forthcoming debut album PELE DE MAR, arriving September 18.

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Pitros & Belami – Want It More

Dirtybird today adds another collaboration to its ongoing Flight Week Brazil series with a new single from Brazilian producer Pitros and songstress Belami. Serving as the fourth release from the label’s 2025 writing camp, ‘Want It More’ follows earlier releases from Breaking Beattz, BadComppany and Sudden Heat. 

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PORTOLA Week

Goldenvoice announces the highly anticipated return of “PORTOLA Week,” with over 15 shows across San Francisco from Thursday, September 24 through Sunday, September 27. Coinciding with Portola’s fifth year at Pier 80, the 2026 edition brings the festival into venues throughout the city with performances from Soulwax, Overmono (DJ Set), Fcukers (DJ Set), Fatboy Slim, 2manydjs (DJ Set), SG Lewis, Chloé Caillet, horsegiirL, VTSS, Channel Tres, JYOTY, Groove Armada, Ben UFO, Parcels, Max Styler, Six Sex, Two Shell, Sam Alfred, and more.

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SCREAM Canada

For 27 years, Halloween in Edmonton has meant one thing: SCREAM. What began in 1999 as a single night at the Polish Hall, with legendary DJ and producer John Acquaviva performing for roughly 1,000 fans, has evolved into one of the largest and longest-running Halloween celebrations in North America, produced by Boodang. This October 30–31, SCREAM EDMONTON returns to the Edmonton EXPO Centre for its biggest edition yet, expanding to two nights, four stages, more than 228,000 square feet of festival space and an expected 30,000+ guests over two days from across Canada, the United States and beyond.

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SoDown Tour

SoDown is taking the next chapter of his project on the road with the newly announced “Scenes of Consciousness” Tour, an expansive North American run spanning more than 20 dates across the U.S. and Canada. Kicking off August 21 in Nashville, the tour will weave together headline shows, festival appearances, and dates alongside a diverse cast of artists before culminating at Denver’s Mission Ballroom on February 13, 2027.

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STAY GOLDEN – Silent Covenant

Bali-based producer/DJ STAY GOLDEN today makes his debut on All Day I Dream with Silent Covenant, a seven-track album exploring unseen connections, out now. 

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Tape B & Zaytoven – Signature Sound

One of bass music’s most in demand producers Tape B continues the biggest creative chapter of his career with the release of “Signature Sound,” an original collaboration with legendary Atlanta producer Zaytoven, arriving across DSPs on August 12th.

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Time Warp

The global dance music experience curator Insomniac and worldwide techno brand Time Warp today announce the full artist lineup for the ninth edition of Time Warp New York City, taking place on November 20 + 21, 2026. The event will once again transform Brooklyn’s Duggal Greenhouse + Agger Building with Time Warp’s signature, world-class production to deliver two days of uncompromised house and techno across two distinct stages. 

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We Are Deadbeats Vol. 7

As Deadbeats celebrates ten years at the forefront of bass music, Zeds Dead’s flagship label returns with one of its defining annual traditions: We Are Deadbeats Vol. 7. Spanning 17 tracks, the latest installment of the compilation series brings together familiar faces and a new generation of producers pushing bass music into its next chapter, reinforcing Deadbeats’ decade-long reputation as one of electronic music’s premier platforms for artist discovery.

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Westend & Twin Diplomacy – Sensational

Brooklyn-based tech-house mainstay Westend and Miami-bred duo Twin Diplomacy today release their new single ‘Sensational’ out now via Westend’s Trace Amounts. 

‘Sensational’ is a high-energy cut that leans into the steamy drive of dark dancefloors and warehouse raves. Dissonant builds set the track in motion before giving way to quirky, tech-heavy breaks that skew deliberately left of center. A sultry topline glides over plunging basslines and starchy percussion, while unpredictable twists give the record the kind of force built for peak-time sets.

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What So Not – I SAW A TRAP DJ AND IT CHANGED MY BIO CHEMISTRY

Globally acclaimed producer and electronic music pioneer What So Not officially releases his new EP, I SAW A TRAP DJ AND IT CHANGED MY BIO CHEMISTRY, available across all streaming platforms on August 14th.

Arriving after months of anticipation and a string of acclaimed singles including “EVEREST” featuring Alina Pash, “MONA LISA” with Mr. Carmack, and “Candy Flipping” featuring Alina Pash, Jack Blom, and NERVE, the project serves as one of What So Not’s most personal and conceptually ambitious bodies of work to date.

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