December 8th Weekly Roundup Feature
Hey hey! It’s December 8th and we’re back with our weekly roundup feature! Check back in with us next week for the next roundup feature.
Boogie Lights – DISCO DANCE THERAPY
Boogie Lights, the visionary producer/DJ/drummer and frontman of the dynamic 10-piece ensemble The Boogie Bunch, is thrilled to celebrate the release of his debut album, DISCO DANCE THERAPY.
DISCO DANCE THERAPY showcases Boogie Lights‘ genre-blending mastery across 11 tracks, taking listeners on a journey through his artistic identity – a sonic ethos influenced by house, disco, funk, bass, soul, and hip-hop. Featuring contributions from members of The Boogie Bunch—a rotating ensemble of talented musicians on saxophone, guitar, keys, soulful vocals, and more—the album acutely reflects Boogie Lights’ creative philosophy: by combining empowering lyrics and rhythms that inspire listeners to embrace the moment and dance through life’s challenge, Boogie Lights spotlights music’s transformative power to uplift and heal.
Stream HERE
Brunch Electronik
Barcelona’s beloved Brunch Electronik has announced the lineup for its second US edition, taking place in Los Angeles on January 18 at Exposition Park. In partnership with premier underground event collectives, Minimal Effort and SBCLTR, Brunch Electronik’s Los Angeles lineup features some of today’s brightest house and techno stars to soundtrack the daytime, open-air experience.
Tickets HERE
IDRIS – No Long Talk (GAWP Remix)
Actor, producer, rapper, and DJ extraordinaire IDRIS has landed on Dirtybird Records with his new single ‘No Long Talk’ out now. ‘No Long Talk’ arrives alongside an official remix by GAWP.
Stream HERE
KRAFTWERK – 50 Years of Autobahn
In 2025, KRAFTWERK, with legendary electro pioneer Ralf Hütter, will return to North America to commemorate their breakthrough album Autobahn and their first U.S. Tour, which took place in 1975. KRAFTWERK are pleased to announce 50 Years of Autobahn with their MULTIMEDIA CONCERTS. Tickets go on sale this Friday, December 13 at 10AM local at www.kraftwerktour25.com and fans can sign-up for presale access now.
To accompany today’s MULTIMEDIA TOUR announcement comes a special video created by and featuring
Kraftwerk fan, modern vertical skateboarding pioneer Tony Hawk and friends.
WATCH IT HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XyikTej76Z4
KRAFTWERK MULTIMEDIA TOUR 2025 DATES:
DATE – CITY – VENUE
MAR 06 – Philadelphia, PA – Franklin Music Hall
MAR 07 – Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE Outdoors
MAR 08 – Toronto, ON – Massey Hall
MAR 10 – Montreal, QC – Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier, Place des Arts
MAR 11 – Boston, MA – Boch Center Wang Theatre
MAR 13 – Brooklyn, NY – Kings Theatre
MAR 14 – New York, NY – Beacon Theatre
MAR 16 – Washington, D.C. – The Anthem
MAR 17 – Charlotte, NC – Ovens Auditorium
MAR 19 – Orlando, FL – Steinmetz Hall at the Dr. Phillips Center
MAR 20 – Miami, FL – Adrienne Arsht Center
MAR 23 – Atlanta, GA – The Eastern
MAR 24 – New Orleans, LA – Orpheum Theater
MAR 25 – Memphis, TN – Overton Park Shell
MAR 26 – Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle
MAR 28 – Detroit, MI – Masonic Cathedral Theatre
MAR 29 – Chicago, IL – The Auditorium
MAR 30 – Minneapolis, MN – Orpheum Theatre
MAR 31 – Kansas City, MO – The Midland Theatre
APR 02 – Denver, CO – Ellie Caulkins Opera House
APR 06 – Portland, OR – Keller Auditorium
APR 07 – Vancouver, BC – Queen Elizabeth Theatre
APR 13 – Indio, CA – Coachella*
APR 16 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Union
APR 20 – Indio, CA – Coachella*
APR 23 – Austin, TX – Bass Concert Hall
APR 24 – Dallas, TX – Majestic Theatre
*Festival appearance
Tickets HERE
Number_i – HIRAKEGOMA
Japan’s latest music sensation Number_i – who is Sho Hirano (27), Yuta Jinguji (26) and Yuta Kishi (28) – follow up on their well-received debut album, No.I with a deluxe version including new single, “HIRAKEGOMA” out today, December 2. “HIRAKEGOMA,” which translates to “open the door” in Japanese, is a new-style pop tune that combines catchy phrases with heavy, powerful beats. The deluxe album–masterfully performed in Japanese with cuts of English throughout–now features 15 tracks ranging from 90’s style alt rock, hip-hop and R&B to UK influenced indie rock.
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Pacha Icons Presents Marco Carola
Pacha Icons pays tribute to music’s most legendary artists, powered by Pacha Ibiza’s iconic 50-year legacy. Featuring Grammy-nominated DJs and a scintillating soundtrack, this is where champagne-fueled revelry meets a discerning, music-loving community. Already the talk of Dubai, Pacha Icons is redefining the city’s event scene this season.
Turning it up again on 13 December 2024 is ‘Play it Loud!’ master, Marco Carola. Renowned for his energetic and impressive three-deck mixing style, the Neapolitan maestro is a true icon in the underground scene, having pioneered his own stripped back and loopy sound which veers across the house and techno spectrum.
Tickets HERE
Poni – Hellscape
Rising female dark electronic artist Poni has released her new Hellscape EP out now via HypnoVizion.
For her label debut, Poni has offered a conceptual project in the form of three tantalizing midtempo bass originals. Unraveling with haunting melodies and gothic lyricism, Hellscape is gritty yet alluring as Poni explores themes of torment and despair. Female-led, the EP features twin sister duo Satin Puppets (‘Leeches’) and Nashville singer-songwriter Notelle (‘Leave You In The Dark’) along with Poni’s own vocals on ‘Conceptual Reality’.
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RL Grime & Knock2 – come aliv3
Prodigious electronic music producer Knock2 has teamed up with trap pioneer RL Grime for “come aliv3,” the third single from Knock2’s forthcoming debut LP, nolimit. The San Diego-native will celebrate the album release with an historic, global ‘Knock2: nolimit TOUR’ (press release), which will see the artist visionary stop through cities like New York, Sydney, Chicago, Toronto, Denver, Austin, Vancouver, and Perth, with additional dates already added after selling 25k+ tickets during the initial pre-sale.
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SANTACON
San Diego’s esteemed promoter Almost Nakey is bringing the holiday magic back to Belmont Park with the 3rd annual SANTACON Festival on December 14. Today, they’re excited to reveal their phase two lineup, featuring house music icon Destructo, hip-hop star Yung Joc, KAIPORA and others. They join previously announced artists including Whethan, Franc Moody, Devault and others.
Tickets HERE
Sonus Festival
The scene-leading Sonus Croatia is to take its 2025 festival experience to all new heights, as the first chapter of a new era in partnership with the world’s leading live events experience creator, Insomniac. Sonus’ lineup, revealed today, boasts its signature fusion of new school stars, legends, and tastemakers, amplified by the elements of adventure travel that make this one of the world’s most celebrated destination events. Insomniac brings its storied production expertise to the table to continue to elevate Sonus’ offerings, as it returns to the idyllic shores of Pag Island this August 17-21, 2025.
Tickets HERE
Steller & Jessy Covets- Chasing Butterflies
Steller is dropping her debut collab with singer-songwriter Jessy Covets on MorFlo Records’ SLOW DOWN Vol. 2 compilation. With the imprint being founded by trailblazer Mersiv, this compilation is guaranteed to be a remarkable exploration through experimental sound and production.
A groovy fusion of funk, infectious wubs, and dreamy vocals from Jessy, “CHASING BUTTERFLIES” takes listeners on a funky adventure layered with saxophone, crisp percussion, and psychedelic effects. Impossible to stand still to, this song is an instant standout on SLOW DOWN Vol. 2, a 10-track project featuring a wide spectrum of genres across bass music and up-and-coming artists, including Redrum, AUDIA, and Venture 5.
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Tape B – Distortion Theory
Tape B, one of the most recognized names in electronic music, returns with his most highly anticipated project to date: an eight-track EP titled Distortion Theory, set for release on December 4th.
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Westside Motor Lounge
A pop and crackle resonated from speakers at the bottom of the hill on Westside Motor Lounge’s complex and across Atlanta as Echo Room came to life after months of preparation. Meticulously curated by four legendary Atlanta DJs, Kai Alce, DJ Kemit, Salah Ananse, and Mike Zarin, and Westside Motor Lounge’s own Kelly Campbell, Echo Room is an homage to the listening bars of post-World War II Japan and increasing in popularity in NYC, Chicago, San Francisco, and now Atlanta.
Tickets HERE
