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Raving Green: How Ultra Music Festival is Leading the Charge Towards Sustainable Soundscapes

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There’s a new phenomenon sweeping the music industry, and this time it’s not actually music. The environmental impact of large events like music festivals has become a growing global concern in recent years, and Ultra Music Festival (UMF) has decided to do something about it.

Introducing “Mission: Home”. Since 2019, this has been UMF’s innovative sustainability program that strives to prioritize and implement eco-conscious initiatives in order to protect the local community. Mission: Home has five core objectives: Waste Reduction, Pollution Prevention, Nature Preservation, Community Engagement, and Climate Action. Through this program, Ultra Music Festival has become not only a haven for thousands of electronic music fans, but has also become a leader in sustainability in the industry and has begun to pave the way for greener music events across the globe.

‘Mission: Home’ received regional and national recognition for their commitment to the environment and their dedication to creating a safe and eco-friendly festival atmosphere. At the annual Florida Festivals and Events Association convention (FFEA), Ultra’s ‘Mission: Home’ program received 1st place Volunteer Program, 2nd place Sustainability Program, and 2nd place Education Program. Additionally, the Miami-based non-profit, Debris Free Oceans, deemed ‘Mission: Home’ as the “most extensive sustainability program across leading U.S. electronic music festivals”. “Debris Free Oceans truly recognizes the standard set by Ultra to place itself as the leader in sustainability among various electronic festivals,” Co-Founder and Board President Caiti Wiks added.

Beyond the state level, UMF is also the first music festival of its scale in the country to be verified by the international NGO Oceanic Global’s Blue Standard program. Their ‘Blue Standard; program includes an intensive audit and assessment of operational sustainability, which requires elimination of 6 single-use plastic types and implementation of 3 ‘Blue Actions’, regarded as best practices for comprehensive sustainable operations.

Most recently, Ultra was selected as the recipient of the Sustainability Team Award at the 2023 World Sustainability Awards. Handpicked from an international pool of 220 applicants, the award seeks to recognize a team with a clear vision that works collaboratively towards a shared sustainability purpose.

Ultimately, Ultra Music Festival‘s ‘Mission: Home’ exemplifies the festival’s dedication to environmental responsibility and sustainability. By implementing waste reduction strategies, promoting recycling, and encouraging eco-friendly transportation options, Ultra Music Festival is leading the way in greening the music industry. Through these efforts, the festival not only enhances the attendee experience but also demonstrates the power of collective action in mitigating climate change and preserving the planet for future generations.

Andrea Simon is a passionate content creator and seasoned raver who’s been immersed in the global dance music scene for nearly a decade. Based in Buffalo, NY, she regularly covers events across her hometown and nearby Toronto—two cities with growing electronic music communities. She’s danced her way through iconic festivals like Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival, and Amsterdam Dance Event—capturing content and making memories. Along the way, she’s connected with some of the biggest names in the game, including Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, and EDX. Whether she’s front row at a sunrise set or backstage with the artists shaping the scene, Andrea brings a sharp eye for storytelling and a deep love for the culture that unites us all on the dancefloor. Keep up with Andrea and her adventures: @heyitsandreah

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New EDM Friday Feb 13: GORDO x Reinier Zonneveld, Skrillex & More

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GORDO and Reinier Zonneveld posing together as they release their new single 'Loco Loco' for New EDM Friday Feb 13.

New EDM Friday Feb 13 is back and its stacked with electronic music by GORDO x Reinier Zonneveld, Skrillex, John Summit, Fred again.., and more.

Festival season hasn’t kicked off but February is officially heating up with all this new music. This week we see a mysterious ID finally revealed, a legendary London-meets-Punjab collaboration, and a deep dive into the seductive sounds of Stockholm and Chicago. Here is your essential guide to this week’s New EDM Friday.

GORDO x Reinier Zonneveld – Loco Loco

Talking about the “summer track of 2026” in February might sound a little loco, but not when a track like this detonates. ‘Loco Loco’ is a high-voltage hybrid where GORDO’s house grooves meet Reinier Zonneveld’s relentless techno drive. The track’s origin is as wild as its sound; it began as a mysterious ID GORDO found in his inbox and played to viral crowd reactions before anyone knew it was sent by Reinier himself. Laced with an 80s synth-pop vibe and shifting between Spanish and English vocals, this anthem is already a favorite for artists like Meduza and Vintage Culture.

Ahadadream, Skrillex & Raf Saperra – Bass Dhol

London-based artist Ahadadream delivers the culmination of his percussive journey with ‘Bass Dhol’, featuring global icon Skrillex and Raf Saperra. The track fuses the unmistakable power of Punjabi dhol rhythms with driving, propulsive electronic beats. Drawing from his Pakistani roots and the London underground energy, Ahadadream creates a party-fueled soundscape that is currently driving South Asian culture to the forefront of the UK scene.

John Summit & LAVINIA – SHADOWS

Acclaimed producer John Summit returns with ‘SHADOWS’, the seductive second single from his highly anticipated album, ‘CTRL ESCAPE’ album arriving April 15. Featuring striking vocals from LAVINIA, the track pairs tech-house flourishes with layered synths to create a sense of intimate mystery. As Summit prepares for his landmark [UNVRS] Ibiza residency and a closing set at Ultra Miami, ‘SHADOWS’ showcases the communal euphoria and genre-blurring depth that defines his new era.

GRiZ & Levity – Pop Off

One of the most requested IDs in bass music has finally arrived. ‘Pop Off’ is the result of Chicago-bred trio Levity linking up with funk-bass powerhouse GRiZ. The track has been a staple of Levity’s live sets, famously soundtracking their 360° laser ship production. Fusing hip-hop energy, funk-fueled beats, and face-melting bass, the collab officially debuted live during a surprise appearance by GRiZ at Levity‘s sold-out Wintrust Arena show.

Kasbo – All This Time

Marking a refined evolution of his signature sound, Swedish producer Kasbo returns with ‘All This Time’ via Lane 8’s This Never Happened. Unfolding with patience and restraint, the track favors introspective feeling over force. Reconnecting with his roots in Stockholm, Kasbo delivers a quietly powerful record designed for late-night drives and emotional clarity, marking a more candid and personal chapter in his prolific career.

Virtual Riot & Blanke ft. Dia Frampton – Best of Me

Two of bass music’s most forward-thinking producers, Virtual Riot and Blanke, unite on ‘Best of Me’, a luminous, emotionally driven new single featuring acclaimed vocalist Dia Frampton. Marking a melodic departure from their heavier catalogues, the track finds both artists stepping outside rigid BPM frameworks in favor of warmth, restraint, and songwriting-led expression.

Honorable mentions:

Adam Beyer, GENESI & Aya Anne – DNA
Alexander Popov, Alexander Komarov – Chambala
Armin van Buuren & Maddix ft. Caroline Roxy – Mouth Go Lala
AVIRA, Dan Soleil – Born Again
Benny Benassi & Fideles – Just Like That
Blasterjaxx – Bubbling Nation
Burak Yeter x Luca Testa – Otherside (ft. Roundrobin)
BUNT. – What If You Fly (Sweet Disposition)
CASSIMM, LEFTI – The Message
Catz ‘n Dogz, Aaron Veal – Out Of Control
Dannic – Rock The Rhythm
David Puentez x Malou – Talking Hands
Devault – Zero
Don Diablo x Bipolar Sunshine – More Than A Friend
Excision, Subtronics – A.F.B.1.
FOVOS – Move That $hit
Franky Wah – Light Years
Fred again.. – Lights Burn Dimmer
Imanbek – Pull Me In
John Newman – Love Me Again (Arcando Remix)
Lilly Palmer x Space 92 – Vicious Chords
Marten Horger – Worth The Wait
Max Styler – One More (ft. Ad-Apt)
Nicky Romero & SMACK – Funky Bitz
NOME. – Don’t Give Up
NURKO, Valerie Broussard – The Longest Night
Plastik Funk x Esox – Stay Low
POLTERGST – Pretty Face
R3SPAWN, BFOUR – Logical Song
Regard x Carston – Higher Love
Riot Ten & SAYMYNAME – GTFU (ft. XAE)
Sigma, Original Sin, Jamakabi, Sweetie Irie – SOUNDBOY
Tujamo x DJs From Mars x Chester Young – 3AM
Tweekacore – Free
Vion Konger & Skytech – Zoom
Virtual Riot & Blanke – Best of Me (feat. Dia Frampton)
Vluarr – ON THE MOVE
Wooli, Cyclops – Jazz Cabbage
YouNotUs x Dennis Lloyd – Diamonds
Zatox – Atlantis
ZHU – BURN

Listen to all of these tracks and more here.

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Electrisize Festival 2026 Adds Coone, OSWALD & 40+ Artists to Lineup

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Electrisize Festival 2026 has just unveiled a massive second wave of artists, adding over 40 names to an already stacked lineup. Taking place August 7–9, 2026 at Haus Hohenbusch near Düsseldorf, Germany, the festival celebrates two major milestones this year. Notably, the event marks 10 Years of HARDSIZE and 15 Years of TAPUYA.

Electrisize Festival 2026 Lineup Expansion

The latest additions to Electrisize Festival 2026 include hardstyle legend Coone, German breakout act OSWALD, hard-techno rising star Onlynumbers, and raw hardstyle duo Outsiders. Meanwhile, these new artists join previously announced headliners including Alle Farben, Brennan Heart, Showtek, Ran-D, Sickmode, and Eko Fresh.

Furthermore, festival organizers Raphael Meyersieck and Michael Frentzen expect up to 55,000 attendees across the weekend. The event will feature brand-new stage designs throughout the historic venue. For those interested in experiencing Germany’s vibrant electronic music scene, learn more about German festival culture.

OSWALD and Chrissyjeey Hit the Mainstage

OSWALD arrives fresh from ARD’s New Music Hotlist 2026. The Berlin-based collective brings their signature blend of melodic techno and German indie pop to the Electrisize Festival 2026 Mainstage on Saturday, August 8. Additionally, they recently launched their “BISSCHEN MEHR TOUR 2026” at Cologne’s legendary Bootshaus.

Chrissyjeey returns in triumphant fashion this year. After debuting as a newcomer at Electrisize in 2024, he’s now climbing German charts in 2026 with “Erklär mir die Liebe.” As a result, he’s earning his first Mainstage appearance at the festival. Moreover, the stage welcomes Kati K (featured on Tream’s “Ohne dich” with Finch) and Jasmin Blust, adding more representation to the lineup.

New Mainstage Artists

Bovski, Chrissyjeey, Frenzy & Rumbombe Takeover, Jasmin Blust, Kati K, Mesto, OSWALD

HARDSIZE Celebrates 10 Years with Coone

The HARDSIZE stage at Electrisize Festival 2026 celebrates a decade of euphoric hardstyle with Belgian icon Coone. Known for melodic builds and raw, high-energy drops, Coone has dominated global stages at EDC Mexico and Defqon.1. Consequently, his return to Erkelenz marks a fitting tribute to HARDSIZE’s 10th anniversary.

Outsiders bring their aggressive raw hardstyle sound to the celebration. In addition, The Straikerz and multiple B2B sets (Sonicz B2B Thryze, Yoshiko B2B DR.Z) promise nonstop energy across the weekend. If you’re new to the genre, discover more about hardstyle’s evolution.

New HARDSIZE Artists

Anderex, Basskiller, Coone, Dimitri K ft. MC Robs, GLDY LX, Lost Identity, Outsiders, REVOLTE, Sonicz B2B Thryze, The Straikerz, Yoshiko B2B DR.Z

TAPUYA Marks 15 Years with Hard Techno

The iconic TAPUYA stage at Electrisize Festival 2026 celebrates 15 years with serious firepower. Ben Techy makes his Electrisize debut after touring Malta, Prague, Berlin, and Croatia. Similarly, hard-techno rising star Onlynumbers brings driving percussion and industrial energy to the multi-level dancefloor.

A.N.I. showcases her genre-defying approach. She seamlessly blends Hard Techno, Acid, Gabber, Hard Trance, and Hardstyle throughout her sets. Moreover, the stage features over 30 square meters of LED screens following its 2025 upgrade. For deeper insights into this growing genre, read about the rise of hard techno.

New TAPUYA Artists

A.N.I., Achim Feuervogel, Ben Techy, GO$PEL, Hades, KLOFAMA, Onlynumbers, Simba B2B Super Dario, Wilderich, Zwilling

Turbo Stage: The Ultimate Party Zone

The Turbo Stage at Electrisize Festival 2026 returns as the festival’s party headquarters. It delivers Mallorca vibes and sing-along anthems throughout the weekend. Self-proclaimed “confetti commissioner” Van Keeken brings the chaos alongside Frenzy, Eko Fresh, and Da Hool.

New Turbo Stage Artists

DJ Christian, Fabiasco, Fuller, Frenzy, Fuller B2B Van Keeken, Jey Aux Platines, Kreisligalegende, Marv U, Nastyboy, Rumbombe, Timo Scheppert, Van Keeken

Electrisize Festival 2026 Tickets: Love Week Deals

Electrisize Festival 2026 is currently offering Love Week Deals through Valentine’s Day. Running until February 14 at 11:59 PM, the promotion provides savings up to 30% on multi-ticket purchases. Tickets are available at www.electrisize.de.

The festival takes place at the historic Haus Hohenbusch grounds in Erkelenz, located just 40 minutes from Düsseldorf. Before heading to the festival, check out our festival survival guide for essential tips.

Complete Electrisize Festival 2026 Lineup

2 Engel & Charlie, A.N.I., Achim Feuervogel, Alle Farben, Anderex, Arcando, Ben Techy, Bookshe, Bovski, Breitner, Brennan Heart, Calvin Kleinen, Caro Winter, Chrissyjeey, Coone, Da Hool, Dimitri K ft. MC Robs, DJ Christian, Dr. Donk, Eko Fresh, Fabiasco, Felix Harrer, Frenzy, Fuller, Fuller B2B Van Keeken, Gestört aber Geil, GLDY LX, GO$PEL, Gregor Le Dahl, Haslauer, Hades, Jasmin Blust, Jebroer, Jey Aux Platines, Kati K, KLOFAMA, Kreisligalegende, Lost Identity, Marv U, MC Livid, Mesto, Nastyboy, Noel Holler, Noiseflow, Onlynumbers, OSWALD, Outsiders, Paul Elstak, Ran-D, REVOLTE, Rumbombe, Showtek, Sickmode, Simba B2B Super Dario, Sonicz B2B Thryze, Super Dario, Tanja Miju, Timbo & This Chris, Timo Scheppert, Van Keeken, Wilderich, Yoshiko B2B DR.Z, Zelecter, Zeuz, Zwilling


Electrisize Festival 2026
📅 August 7–9, 2026
📍 Haus Hohenbusch, Erkelenz, Germany
🎟️ Tickets: www.electrisize.de

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All Confirmed Ibiza Residencies for 2026 (So Far)

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A breathtaking sunset view from an elevated balcony at Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel, showing a massive crowd in front of the main stage as golden fireworks and purple light beams erupt into the dusk sky.

All Confirmed Ibiza Residencies for 2026 (So Far)

As the dance music world slowly locks in its summer plans, Ibiza is already beginning to reveal what’s shaping up to be another blockbuster season in 2026. While plenty of nights are still under wraps, several major clubs have confirmed flagship residencies across the island, spanning EDM megastars, underground tastemakers, and globally recognized party brands.

Below is a full breakdown of all confirmed Ibiza residencies for 2026 so far, based on officially revealed weekly schedules.


Ushuaïa Ibiza

Ushuaïa once again anchors the island’s daytime-to-nighttime spectacle with a heavy-hitting weekly lineup featuring some of the biggest names in dance music.

Confirmed nights:

  • Monday: David Guetta
  • Tuesday: Calvin Harris
  • Wednesday: Tomorrowland
  • Thursday: Martin Garrix
  • Friday: Calvin Harris
  • Sunday: Swedish House Mafia / I Love Reggaeton

Saturday remains unannounced.


Hï Ibiza

Hï Ibiza continues its genre-spanning dominance, blending house, techno, Afro, and global club sounds throughout the week.

Confirmed nights:

  • Monday: Francis Mercier – Soleyl
  • Tuesday: Eastenderz
  • Wednesday: Meduza & James Hype
  • Friday: Dom Dolla
  • Saturday: Black Coffee
  • Sunday: Mestiza

Thursday is still to be announced.


[UNVRS]

The brand new venue [UNVRS] returns with a stacked week that balances mainstream energy with underground credibility.

Confirmed nights:

  • Monday: John Summit
  • Wednesday: Jamie Jones – Paradise
  • Thursday: Fisher
  • Friday: David Guetta
  • Saturday: elrow
  • Sunday: Carl Cox

Tuesday remains unconfirmed.


Pacha Ibiza

Pacha sticks to its house-focused roots while welcoming a mix of melodic, tech-house, and crossover sounds.

Confirmed nights:

  • Monday: Sonny Fodera
  • Tuesday: Vintage Culture / Franky Rizardo
  • Wednesday: Abracadabra
  • Friday: Music On
  • Saturday: Robin Schulz

Thursday and Sunday are yet to be revealed.


Amnesia Ibiza

Amnesia’s 2026 programming leans heavily into high-energy house and tech-driven parties, with several major brands locked in.

Confirmed nights:

  • Monday: KETTAMA
  • Tuesday: Metamorfosi
  • Thursday: Do Not Sleep / Josh Baker
  • Friday: Glitterbox
  • Saturday: Bresh

Wednesday and Sunday remain unannounced.


Chinois Ibiza

Chinois continues to carve out its niche as one of Ibiza’s most elegant and musically refined clubbing spaces.

Confirmed nights:

  • Thursday: Defected
  • Saturday: Claptone – The Masquerade

All other nights are still to be announced.


DC-10

As expected, DC-10 is keeping its cards close to its chest. No weekly residencies have been confirmed yet for 2026.


What’s Still to Come

While this list already features an enormous amount of star power, a significant portion of Ibiza’s weekly calendar remains unannounced. Expect additional residencies, takeovers, and one-off concepts to be revealed over the coming months — particularly for DC-10, Chinois, and open slots across nearly every venue.

This article will be updated as more residencies are confirmed.

Stay tuned — Ibiza 2026 is just getting started.

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