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Riot Ten Talks About His New EP, Creative Process, The Future Of Dubstep & More!
After an epic set at EDC Orlando in November last year, we sat down with Texas based Dubstep DJ and Producer RIOT TEN. In this exclusive interview we discuss his new EP, his creative process, and the future of Dubstep.
The title of your latest EP “Hype or Die: Ballistic” is well named as the tracks are in fact very hype and dark! What message or energy were you aiming to convey with the title and how does it resonate with the overall vibe of the track?
I wanted to get back to the heavier side of my sound. The last couple of years I experimented quite a bit. I dabbled in a few different genres and really tried to push my limitations. But at the end of the day, I always find myself wanting to go back to the bread n’ butter. I know my fans are going to appreciate it as well.
What emotions are you hoping to evoke when you perform the EP live? How do you anticipate the crowd will react?
I always love a good “ooooo” when I play a song! So whatever emotion that is. For me it’s just about connecting with the audience. They are at my show to have a good time and forget about those real-life responsibilities- even if it’s temporary. I really hope my sets succeed in doing that for them.
I’m very curious to know the story behind the name of your single, “Tekno Music” as “Techno with a K” has become a genre of its own these days, especially in Europe. Can you share your inspiration behind your new single “Tekno Music” and walk us through that creative process?
Riot Ten: Honestly had no idea techno with a K was its own genre. Haha I just wanted to switch up the spelling to show respect to the techno genre.
Your latest EP is comprised of elements of different electronic music genres. You’ve always been well known for blending a myriad of genres. What tips do you have for artists who want to experiment with different genres while at the same time maintaining their unique sound?
Just have fun and don’t worry about “rules”. There are no boundaries with music. If you do what makes you happy, good things will come.
Can you share with us any challenges or breakthrough moments that you experienced while working on “Hype or Die”? How did these experiences shape the final product?
Don’t think there were many challenges to be honest, although it did take some time to finish a few of the records. Some writers block here and there, but nothing a small break didn’t fix. This body of work also includes many collabs with some of my favorite up and coming producers. And working with others is one of the best ways to get over writers block- the ideas are never ending.
When it comes to “genre bending” and mixing different sounds, do you ever experience pushback or feel pressure to stay true to one specific genre?
Yes absolutely, but I try not to pay it much attention. It’s more important to me that I am happy and doing what I love. And a big part of that is just being myself.
The Dubstep sound has certainly evolved in the last 15 years or so especially in the United States, going from being underground to one of the most popular subgenres of electronic music. Where do you see the Dubstep sound going in the next five years?
That’s a tough one, but it feels like there is so much to look forward to. A lot of artists are pushing the envelope right now and bringing in a great deal of new energy. I’m just excited to see how it all transpires.
The world of electronic music is constantly changing, especially now at a greater rate with social media. How do you navigate staying true to your unique style while also staying up to date on trends in the scene?
That part is really hard and honestly is very draining. It’s not about just music anymore, you have to be an “influencer” too. Ultimately I just try to stay true to myself and hope people vibe with it.
What’s next for Riot Ten? Any upcoming projects or collaborations that your fans can look forward to?
Have a few big collabs that I can’t really name but just know they’re gonna be dope! I also have a ton of huge Hype Or Die shows in early 2024 that we are gearing up for. Stacked lineups in some of my favorite cities in North America! Go to riottentour.com for details and tickets!
Last question if you had to choose between never being able to play dubstep again or never eating a pickle again, what would you choose?
I do love pickles but you know, dubstep is dubstep hahaha sorry pickles!
Click the links below to connect with RIOT TEN and check out his music.
Music: https://riotten.komi.io/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riottenmusic/?hl=en
Tour Dates: https://www.riottentour.com/
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What To Expect From EDC Las Vegas Dusk Till Dawn
EDC Las Vegas Dusk Till Dawn brings 12 days of events, parties and experiences across the city in 2027
EDC Las Vegas is taking its new Dusk Till Dawn format far beyond the two festival weekends at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Insomniac has now revealed the events and experiences planned across the full 12 days from May 13–24, 2027. Alongside EDC Dusk and EDC Dawn, Headliners can expect pop-up parties across Las Vegas and the returning World Party Parade. A new Map Point Summit, Insomniac Concept Store and Beyond The Rave Art Show are also planned. Camp EDC and Hotel EDC will also offer expanded experiences throughout the city.
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What The 12-Day Experience Actually Includes
The Dusk Till Dawn experience runs from May 13–24, 2027. EDC Dusk takes place from May 14–16, followed by EDC Dawn from May 21–23 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The six festival days remain at the Speedway. The dates around them will bring EDC into other parts of Las Vegas through parties, exhibitions, retail, hotel events and community-focused activities.
Between the two weekends, Insomniac plans pop-up events across clubs, warehouses, art galleries, city landmarks and other locations. Opening and closing parties will also take place around both Dusk and Dawn. Hotel EDC at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas will host pool parties, after-parties, wellness activities and beauty and glam services. Interactive events and several of the new experiences announced for 2027 will also take place there.
Camp EDC will change significantly as well, with pass holders able to stay for the full 12 days for the first time. Each weekend begins with a sunset-to-sunrise opening party at The Mesa. Monday morning after-parties will follow once each festival weekend ends. Between both weekends, campers can expect wellness activities, creative workshops, a retro arcade and live painting. Vendor Village, art installations and all-night parties are also planned.
New Experiences Coming To Dusk Till Dawn
One of the biggest additions for 2027 is Map Point Summit. Its name comes from the underground rave tradition of using map points to guide people to a party. Insomniac is bringing that idea into a new setting at Hotel EDC. The summit will focus on electronic music, rave culture and helping people understand different paths into the industry. It gives the 12-day experience something beyond parties. The space is aimed at people who want to learn more about the culture and those working behind it.
That wider look at rave culture continues with the new Beyond The Rave Art Show. It will also take place at Hotel EDC throughout all 12 days. The free exhibition will feature photography, graffiti, paintings, rave flyers, poster art, sculptures and collectibles. Works will come from established artists and people within the electronic music community. Nearby, the Marketplace will bring together independent creators and businesses. They will offer fashion, art, records, collectibles, technology and other products connected to the scene.
Concept Store And World Party Parade
Music and merchandise also come together through the first Insomniac Concept Store, another new addition for 2027. Open throughout Dusk Till Dawn, the store will include limited-edition collaborations, exclusive releases and a vinyl section. That section will cover both new and old-school electronic music. Artist meet-and-greets and special DJ appearances are also planned.
The returning World Party Parade takes the celebration back outside following its 2026 debut. The free, all-ages electronic dance music parade will once again bring performers and people from around the world onto the streets of Las Vegas.
With EDC Las Vegas giving Headliners an entirely new way to experience the festival in 2027, the inaugural Dusk Till Dawn edition is already shaping up to be one of its biggest changes in years. Across the full 12 days, the experience will extend beyond the two weekends at the Speedway. Art, nightlife, rave culture, community events, independent creators and new spaces around the city will all play a part. That gives people far more to explore before, between and after Dusk and Dawn. It also gives Insomniac room to develop ideas that have not previously been part of EDC on this scale. That makes the first edition of Dusk Till Dawn one to keep a close eye on when it begins in May 2027.
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EDC Thailand Daily Lineup Splits Are Here
EDC Thailand daily lineup splits for December 18–20 at Rhythm Park Phuket are here, along with takeovers from Bassrush, Dreamstate, Basscon and Factory 93
EDC Thailand returns to Rhythm Park, Phuket from December 18–20 for its third edition, following its debut in 2025 and second edition earlier this year. This December also marks the global finale of EDC’s 30th Anniversary celebrations, bringing the anniversary year to a close in Phuket with six stages and a lineup covering different spectrums of electronic dance music, from house and techno to trance, bass and hard dance. With just over two months to go, the EDC Thailand daily lineup splits are now here, showing who will play across Friday, Saturday and Sunday alongside stage takeovers from Bassrush, Dreamstate, Basscon, Factory 93 and Insomniac Records.
EDC Thailand Daily Lineup Breakdown
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Friday, December 18: Bassrush, Factory 93 And Insomniac Records
Friday, December 18 features 43 artists, with Bassrush Experience, Factory 93 Presents and the Insomniac Records Takeover hosting across the day. Among the biggest names are Charlotte de Witte, Dom Dolla, Above & Beyond, Vintage Culture and CamelPhat, while Leveltronics, the B2B from Subtronics and Level Up, is one of Friday’s most interesting bookings. Andy C, ATLiens, KREAM and Odd Mob are also worth keeping on the radar.
Saturday, December 19: Dreamstate And Factory 93
For Saturday, December 19, Dreamstate Presents puts trance at the centre of part of the day with Paul van Dyk, Giuseppe Ottaviani, Andrew Rayel, ALPHA 9 and Daxson, while Factory 93 Presents continues its weekend-long presence. Elsewhere, Martin Garrix, Kaskade, Mau P, I Hate Models and James Hype are all on the schedule, with the Subtronics Sunset Set adding another set worth making time for.
Sunday, December 20: Basscon And Factory 93
The final day, Sunday, December 20, sees Basscon take over with Coone, Da Tweekaz, Darren Styles, Sickmode, Anderex and a dedicated Showtek Hardstyle Set. Factory 93 Presents is back for a third day, while DJ Snake, Tiësto, Green Velvet B2B Steve Angello, Jamie Jones, Miss Monique and Worship sit among the other major names closing out EDC Thailand.
What Else To Expect From EDC Thailand 2026
Beyond the daily lineup, EDC Thailand 2026 will spread across six stages at Rhythm Park, including kineticFIELD, circuitGROUNDS, stereoBLOOM, neonGARDEN, bionicJUNGLE and Boombox. The wider festival experience also goes far beyond the stages, with carnival rides, large-scale art installations, pyrotechnics and EDC’s Funkdafied Freaks, which include dancers, stilters, aerialists and circus performers throughout the site.
There will also be more to explore between sets, including Kandi Casino at Downtown EDC, which is located outside the VIP areas, and Binary Beach, while VIP attendees have access to extras including a VIP Ferris Wheel, Beauty Bar, kandi-making station, viewing areas and seated chill zones. Hotel EDC Thailand also returns with EDC-themed experiences outside the festival grounds. While the All Access Pass covering the official opening beach party and day parties is already sold out, individual Beach Party tickets are still available.
With the EDC Thailand daily lineup splits now showing how each day will play out across Rhythm Park, the countdown to December 18–20 is getting closer. Single-day tickets are also on sale now alongside full weekend passes, so get your tickets here and we’ll see you under the electric sky in Phuket this December.
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EDM Festivals October 2026: Festivals We Can’t Miss
EDM Festivals October 2026: Festivals We Can’t Miss worldwide as major events fill the month across North America, Asia, Europe, and South America
October 2026 brings another busy month for the EDM festival calendar, with events taking place across North America, Asia, Europe, Africa, and South America. In the US, 808 Festival, Breakaway Utah, We Belong Here Central Park, Experts Only at the Gorge, Niteharts, Head Trip, III Points Miami, Escape Psycho Circus, BOO! Seattle, BOO! Arizona, and Hocus Pocus Miami fill the month. Meanwhile, EDC Korea and Chill O’posite Festival add major dates in Asia and Africa. No Art Lisbon and AMF represent Europe, while EDC Colombia and Ritvales bring two large weekends to South America. Here’s a full look at the EDM festivals taking place throughout October 2026.
808 Festival
Dates: October 2–3, 2026
Location: BITEC, Bangkok, Thailand
808 Festival returns to BITEC in Bangkok from October 2–3, 2026 for two days across two stages. The Phase Two lineup includes ILLENIUM, SLANDER B2B NGHTMRE, W&W, Argy, Ben Nicky, 999999999, Mesto, and KAAZE. Meanwhile, JUSTUS, RIVO, Dorian, Ian Asher, and Mary Droppinz are also confirmed. Several special performances are scheduled, including Adam Beyer B2B Chris Avantgarde and Nifra B2B Will Atkinson. Giorgia Angiuli will also perform live. More artists are still due to be announced before the festival returns to Bangkok in October.

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