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  • Limited Tickets Remain for John Summit’s Experts Only Festival – Saturday Tickets Sold Out, 2-Day GA Tickets 90% Sold Out

    GHOST Energy, Surfside, Tequila Don Julio, White Claw, BeatBox & Elite Wear – Official Partners Announced


    NEW YORK, August 20, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    With just less than one month to go until John Summit’s Experts Only Festival lands on Randall’s Island on September 20 & 21, the team behind NYC’s largest dance music event is unveiling its full slate of brand partners and issuing a last chance for tickets & VIP tables. Co-produced by Medium Rare & Relentless Beats + EMW, the two-day festival, which will welcome 50,000 attendees, has already seen a massive response, with only limited GA and VIP tickets remaining, along with a few final VIP tables via the LIV Skydeck.

    Personally curated by John Summit, Experts Only will deliver more than 15 artists across two stages, spotlighting some of the most influential and forward-thinking names in dance music today. The weekend marks Summit’s highly anticipated return to New York City following his sold-out Madison Square Garden headline show earlier this year, which moved every ticket in under three minutes. Positioned to be a defining cultural moment for Gen Z, the festival will feature two headlining sets from John Summit, along with Kaskade B2B Cassian, Green Velvet B2B Layton Giordani, LP Giobbi, AYYBO, Kasablanca, DJ Seinfeld, and more.

    Official brand partners are bringing exclusive activations and experiences to the Randall’s Island grounds, enhancing the fan experience at Experts Only Festival:

    Tequila Don Julio is bringing its ultra-premium tequila made with 100% blue weber agave to John Summit’s first-ever Experts Only Festival Music Festival in New York City. Through an immersive onsite bar experience and VIP offerings, attendees will enjoy premium signature cocktails and exclusive giveaways, all inspired by the festival’s high-energy atmosphere and bold celebration of electronic music culture.

    Surfside, the delicious vodka-based Iced Tea & Lemonade canned cocktails, will bring its vibrant flavors to Experts Only Festival with two dedicated bars serving up ice-cold cans and zero bubbles all weekend long. Festivalgoers can also find Surfside products throughout the event grounds, ensuring the perfect sip is never far away.

    As the official energy partner of the Experts Only Festival, GHOST® Energy will debut a limited-edition Experts Only x GHOST co-branded can and feature branded bars. The brand will also showcase its GHOST® Hydration line through on-site activations and signature hydration cocktails throughout the event.

    White Claw will make a major splash at Experts Only Festival, with products available across the grounds including White Claw Surge and the new White Claw Zero Proof. Fans can also immerse themselves in White Claw’s Shore Club activation, bringing coastal vibes and signature festival energy to Randall’s Island.

    BeatBox, the fastest-growing party punch in the U.S., is bringing the party to Randall’s Island. Festival-goers can sip on BeatBox’s bold 11.1% ABV flavors, like SHAQ’s Blueberry Lemonade and NEW Mystic Grape. Visitors can expect a party within the party, with exclusive giveaways and surprise moments to make sure the fun never stops. With its iconic packaging, and fan-favorite flavors, naturally, BeatBox is showing up to Experts Only; if there’s one thing we’ve mastered, it’s the art of partying!

    Elite Wear, the official ravewear partner, will host two pop-up shops featuring must-have festival gear, including sunglasses, eclectic festival eyewear, fans, pashminas, hi-fi earplugs and more!

    Tickets and tables are nearly sold out – fans can purchase at expertsonlyfest.com.

    JOHN SUMMIT PRESS IMAGES HERE

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    John Summit Press Contact:
    Nina Lee, The Darkroom
    Nina@thedarkroomco.com

    Festival Sponsorship:
    Joe Silberzweig
    Joe@Medium-Rare.com

    Festival Press Contact:
    Amanda Brocato
    Amanda@RMG-PR.com

    Media Credential Form Linked HERE

    About Experts Only:

    Experts Only is more than a record label – it’s a global movement born from John Summit’s pursuit of total creative freedom. Founded on the ethos of music without limits, Experts Only refuses to be boxed in, embracing a bold, genre-defying sound that spans house, techno, melodic, and everything in between. Since its inception, the label has become a platform for fearless artistry, showcasing standout releases from cutting-edge talents like Mau P, Max Styler, Odd Mob, Layton Giordani, Cassian, Disco Lines, and Summit himself.

    But Experts Only goes far beyond the studio. It’s redefining what a live dance music experience can be – throwing unforgettable events in unexpected locations from cave raves deep in the Tennessee hills to snowy mountain takeovers in Vail, Colorado and Tahoe, Nevada. The brand has scaled internationally to places like Ibiza and Amsterdam, where few American DJs have made such an impact, and has made its mark on major festivals like Bonnaroo with its own curated stage.

    At its core, Experts Only is building a tightly connected global community – artists and fans united by a love of dance music that challenges the norm and hits deeper. Every release, every event, and every experience is a testament to the label’s mission: to push boundaries, set trends, and create a world where true creative expression reigns.

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  • Your Weekend Playlist: New Music To Listen To This Friday

    Your Weekend Playlist: New Music To Listen To This Friday

    It’s almost absurd that we’re in the middle of July as I write this. I have friends groaning that the summer is over already, which is completely and wholly untrue in my eyes. But enough with the mourning, this article is about happiness (among other things.)

    There’s something about the looming weekend that gets me overly excited. It may be because I don’t have to set an alarm for work, or even look at my laptop…but there’s another, very prevalent reason as to why I love Fridays (and you should, too): new music is released every weekend.

    So yes, summer Fridays are amazing, but when you top it off with the promise of new music…you can’t go wrong. During the summer, everyone’s a bit more active- and that includes musicians. There are live performances galore, and every artist is dropping a song in hopes of winning the coveted “Song of the Summer” title.

    And with the summer not even close to over, a brand new song of the summer could emerge at any given moment. So, that’s where I come in. On Fridays, I round up all of the new music released each week that’s worth listening to. That way, you don’t have to do all the work searching through playlist after playlist of new music to show your friends.

    In the words of Sabrina Carpenter in her #1 hit single, “Please, Please, Please”: “I know I have good judgement, I know I have good taste.” I’ve found the best new music released July 12, 2024 and I’m nice enough to share. So, let’s get listening!

    Teddy Swims- “Danger” 


    Teddy Swims is another up-and-coming artist who shouldn’t be counted out too early. He’s already hit the jackpot with “Lose Control,” but “Danger” is an impeccable follow up that deserves equal hype. It’s catchy, sexy, and makes you want to dance. It’s soulful in all the right places, with a sprinkle of pop and jazz.

    My favorite on this playlist this weekend.

    John Summit, Paige Cavell- “Tears” 


    John Summit has just released his debut album, Comfort in Chaos, amidst the summer of house music. He’s on of the leading names in electronic music right now- pushing boundaries and making headlines for his groundbreaking sets. With an innate ability to make hit after hit, John Summit is here with “Tears”- which I can already hear on every rooftop in NYC this summer.

    Alesso, Nate Smith- “I Like It” 

    It’s certainly a country summer, and it’s also a summer of house music…so why not blend the two? That’s exactly what Alesso and Nate Smith do with “I Like It.” It’s an easy collaboration that can get your group dancing in no time. With Alesso’s ability to create an upbeat backtrack and Nate Smith’s satisfying country sound, “I Like It” will be on replay for you all summer.

    Lexa Gates- “I Just Can’t Be Alone” 

    Queens native Lexa Gates embodies the New York spirit in her music through passionate, hard-hitting lyrics. Her voice is full of personality and soul, and she’s garnering attention for her music being both authentic and relatable. With a deep, soulful vibe, Gates is an exciting rising star who deserves for her voice to be celebrated.

    “I Just Can’t Be Alone” is quintessential Gates: jazzy, smooth, rich vocals with insightful lyrics that build throughout the song. Her music and sound is entirely unique, which makes Gates so exciting to listen to.

    keshi- “Say” 

    You may already know keshi- who captured the hearts of fans by bearing his soul in his music. He’s gearing up to release his sophomore album, Requiem, in September by dropping the first single: “Say.” “Say” is a complete vibe, a soft rock feel mixed with groove.

    One of the best songs on the playlist this week, if “Say” is a glimpse into Requiem, there’s a lot to look forward to.

    Ice Spice, Central Cee- “Did It First” 

    Ice Spice’s rapid rise to fame shows no signs of slowing down as she gears up to release Y2K!, her highly anticipated debut album. Her rap style is catchy, amassing huge amounts of streams on Spotify and making her one of TikTok’s favorite artists. “Did It First” is another addition to Ice Spice’s already prolific discography.

    It’s fiery, worming its way into your brain from the moment you press play.

    Eminem- “Somebody Save Me”


    An apology (and love) letter to his children and family members he hurt due to addiction, Eminem provides his classic rap flow mixed with introspective lyricism. It’s an incredibly sad, yet beautiful rap that gives you a peek into the past few years of Eminem’s life and his struggles with addiction.

    Ahead of his album, The Death of Slim Shady, “Somebody Save Me” is haunting in the best way.

    SALEKA- “Save Me”

    Although SALEKA plays popstar Lady Raven in M. Night Shyamalan’s newest thriller, TRAP, she’s also one in real life. As she releases the soundtrack for the film, the newest installment is equally impressive. The entire album, LADY RAVEN, was composed, produced, and performed entirely by SALEKA herself.

    Her musical prowess is impressive, and “Save Me” exhibits her vocal ability perfectly. Someone who should be recognized beyond this film, SALEKA is a threat in the industry.

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  • Introducing Miami’s Hottest DJ: Amal Nemer

    Introducing Miami’s Hottest DJ: Amal Nemer

    Whether she’s remixing classic club hits like Mary J. Blidge’s “Family Affair” or creating fresh beats of her own, fans can’t help but dance to Amal Nemer’s music. Delving into her music career only three years ago, Amal Nemer quickly became highly sought after thanks to her natural ability to create house music that is entirely refreshing and her own.

    Miami is no stranger to house music…Home of mega events like Miami Music Week and Ultra, where the best-of-the-best flock to perform on one of the biggest stages of their career. The city buzzes with electronic music weekend after weekend, so the crowds aren’t impressed by just any performer. Amal Nemer is different.

    She can seamlessly make any type of house music- from Afro house to melodic house to techno – Amal leaves people wondering if she really can do it all. Previously a computer hacker in another life, Amal Nemer’s technological prowess helps her make flawless beats. Winning over the hearts of Miami may have looked easy for her, but she’s gaining recognition all over the world for her music.

    With new single, “Yo Tengo Los Poderes”, Amal Nemer is gearing up for a new era of dominance. The single leans heavily into the drum and bass factor that’s popular amongst house icons like John Summit, but has Amal’s flare and personality that makes it an absolute hit. You can listen to “Yo Tengo Los Poderes” here:

    Her latest single, “Get In” has every bit the energy and excitement as her classic work. It goes beyond the usual house song, and it’s hot from the very start. With a slew of singles and a new album potentially on the horizon, Amal Nemer is definitely one to watch moving forward.

    I got the opportunity to speak with Amal about her new era. Check it out below!

    PD: Your recent single, “Yo Tengo Los Poderes”, is the start of a new era for you. What inspired this new era and what can fans expect?

    AN: The song is about no matter if I’m in love or not, I still have the power, and this was inspired by a past relationship I had. I think fans can expect me to continue to pull inspiration from moments in my life.

    PD: Since moving to Miami in 2020, have you learned anything about the music industry or your style that surprised you?

    AN: I learned everything about the industry from Miami and the people I’ve met and connected with, this city gave me everything I stand on today as I discovered this amazing world of beautiful music and people who love to dance.

    PD: What’s your advice for someone looking to break into the dance community and create music like you do?

    AN: To go out party first and take in all the different experiences of this scene, you need to become a true fan to be able to succeed, at the end of the day if you can’t enjoy this culture, then what’s the point?

    PD: You didn’t always want to make music as a career. What got you into the scene and who has influenced your sound the most?

    AN: It started with me just playing music that I liked for friends at our house parties off my phone, and then a friend told me I should try DJing. When I touched the mixer for the first time, I couldn’t think of doing anything else, I was in love and i’ve been obsessed ever since.

    A bunch of artists across many genres initially inspired me from Chus+Ceballos, The Martinez Brothers, Solomun, Karol G, Dua Lipa, and the list goes on. I love to pull inspiration from a variety of genres.

    C/O Listen Up Biz

    PD: If you could pick three words to describe your music, what would they be?

    AN: Authentic, Powerful, Addictive

    PD: What’s inspiring you while writing and creating music right now?

    AN: It comes to me randomly, i could be training, out at a party, with friends or family. Once an idea comes to me, I write a few notes on my phone then all I can think about is getting back home to work on it.

    PD: What’s next for you this year?

    AN: My true goal is to make sure everything I work on is slightly better than the last, so I continue to learn and push myself. I hope when people hear my music or see me play live, it brings smiles to their faces.

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  • Coachella Is So Back: 5 Performances I Wish I Saw Weekend One

    Coachella Is So Back: 5 Performances I Wish I Saw Weekend One

    I hate to say it, but all good people admit when they’re wrong. After attending
    Coachella in 2022, I saw a dying franchise desperately trying to retain its grasp on relevancy. With lackluster Californian crowds who only go for the festival name and not the names headlining, outsiders often wonder why artists treat this as a Mecca for music.

    Long gone are the days when girls’ outfits were chosen with Tumblr shots in mind. The bohemian chic style that Vanessa Hudgens, Miley Cyrus, and other attendees made famous began as “Coachella style.”

    And when I got a taste of the coveted festival, I was beyond underwhelmed. Sure, the rich and famous were within reach…but I couldn’t have felt further away from them. I ended up with dust in my lungs and a week’s worth of exhaustion.

    Celebs stopped attending
    en masse, the non-festival influencer events like Revolve Festival rose in popularity, and it became abundantly clear that no one cared about the music…it was all about their Instagram posts.

    But what I’ve learned from live-streaming Coachella 2024 — and pouring over my social media and consuming every single piece of Coachella content there is — is that Coachella is back in a major way.

    Sure, the festival is designed to give you an intense bout of FOMO…but all I kept hearing was how bad everyone thought the lineup was. How no one of note would be in attendance this year. How Coachella was surely done for…until it wasn’t.

    It’s been every bit as star-studded and shocking as earlier years. We’ve had earth-shattering performances, surprises left and right, and even reunions…not to mention the iconic
    American Royal Couple sighting.

    We had 5-star performances from headliners like Tyler, The Creator and Doja Cat. Chris Lake and Chris Lorenzo via their supergroup, Anti Up, confirmed rumors of a joint album.

    After spending the weekend across the country on the wrong coast sobbing to my friends that I opted not to go this year, I put together my must-see lineup.

    Here are the five performances I would’ve attended at 2024 Coachella Weekend One.

    Chappell Roan 

    Chappell Roan’s sheer star power has truly been surprising me. With a devout fanbase (just watch her set), you’ll immediately realize that we’re dealing with someone who is about to break through to a different level of stardom.

    During her set, you’ll hear essential songs like “Good Luck, Babe!”, “HOT TO GO!”, and “My Kink is Karma.” But what’s more impressive is her stage presence, the way she commands the crowd in avant-garde makeup, big hair, and a bigger personality.

    Songs like “Good Hurt” saw a 160% increase on Spotify…Don’t sleep on Chappell Roan. Before you know it, she’ll be performing at a much bigger stage.

    Everything Always – John Summit & Dom Dolla 

    Not enough is said about a house music set at a festival. Sure, the headliners are great and deliver us our fix of rock, pop, or soul. But it’s always been the DJ’s who have my heart at the end of the night. They know how to get you dancing, to feel the beat down to your soul, and forget for a while.

    We saw a lot of technical difficulties and underwhelming sets from various artists this weekend…but John Summit and Dom Dolla delivered a borderline flawless collaboration that perfectly exhibited both their greatest hits and EDM essentials.

    There’s nothing better than watching an artist truly having fun on stage…so when two friends, Dolla and Summit, come together to display some of the best techno house out there, they do not disappoint.

    Soon to be the pregame track for many, Dom Dolla and John Summit are two of the biggest names in house for a reason.

    No Doubt 

    Two words: jaw dropped. Coachella’s Main Stage has reunited long lost bands and supergroups like Blink-182 and Swedish House Mafia…but few have No Doubt’s impact.

    After a year of music domination on TikTok, Gwen Stefani, Tom Dumont, Tony Kanal, and Adrian Young took the stage to bring punk rock back in all its glory. In their first performance since 2015, this band has the exact same 1995 energy when they released “Just a Girl.”

    Bringing out Gen Z’s very own punk pop princess, Olivia Rodrigo, was a passing of the torch in many ways. Stefani and Rodrigo belted “Bathwater” side by side as Rodrigo sported low rise cargos and an “I <3 ND” tank. “Bathwater” saw a 430% increase in streams on Spotify following the performance.

    Perhaps the most impressive performance comes from Stefani, who at 54 years of age pranced and throttled around the stage full force. Stefani embodied a whirlwind tornado that gave more stage presence and energy than a 19-year-old. She went full punk rocker mode, and it was gorgeous.

    Sabrina Carpenter 

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3n-SDAxb_tQ

    I keep reminding my readers that Sabrina Carpenter is the one to watch this year. She’s got all the ingredients of your classic popstar: proven vocal talent (even a stint on Broadway with Renee Rapp in Mean Girls), the opener for Taylor Swift’s legendary Era’s Tour, a past love triangle scandal with aforementioned Olivia Rodrigo and Joshua Bassett, and the latest It Boy, Barry Keoghan, falling over his feet for her.

    Her Coachella performance only solidified that I’m right. Carpenter understands her audience, and knows how to bring in more fans. She’s candidly witty, overtly sexual in her euphemisms, and yet exudes an innocence and honesty in her music.

    For the first time on a Coachella stage, Carpenter was able to belt out her emails i can’t send album. This tell-all set of songs details her relationship with Bassett, her perspective on the backlash, and shares refreshing insights into her life.

    She had the cinema, the vocal ability, the wow-factor. No notes.

    Lana Del Rey

    And while many prominent publications and, most notably, the Recording Academy will continue to turn their noses towards the genius of Lana Del Rey, the world watched anyway. Del Rey’s music has inspired the careers of thousands of budding artists, and it’s rare that she gets such a massive platform to perform it.

    Arriving via motorcade, Lana Del Rey took the stage to perform hits like “Summertime Sadness”, “Ride”, and “West Coast” while dancers twirled from poles and swirled around Del Rey.

    With guests like Jack Antonoff, Jon Batiste, and the one-and-only Billie Eilish, Del Rey flawlessly integrated tracks like “Ocean Eyes” and her own “Video Games” into her set.

    Many will criticize the microphone issues or the lack of energy from the crowd (all factors that were out of the headliner’s control)…but it’s overwhelmingly clear from Lana Del Rey’s performance that her star far outshines any technical difficulties.

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  • Mark Your Calendar: 6 Music Festivals Set to Rock 2024

    Mark Your Calendar: 6 Music Festivals Set to Rock 2024

    Look, concerts are great. I would love to see my entire Spotify Wrapped lineup live. And I’ve spent thousands of dollars on Harry Styles alone — judge me if you want, I don’t plan on stopping. But my wallet isn’t as enthusiastic.

    That’s where the beloved music festival comes in. It’s the best opportunity to see a bunch of artists in the span of a few days. You either love them or you’re not built for them…and I fall somewhere in between.

    A music festival is the equivalent of an appetizer sampler; you get to see some artists you normally wouldn’t spend money on, and you also get some of your classic favorite artists all on the same lineup. For example, I went to Firefly Music Festival to see Billie Eilish…and left loving The Killers.

    Now that the weather is getting warmer and we are increasingly more open to the idea of leaving our homes, festival season is quickly approaching. Coachella, one of the world’s most famous (and potentially overrated) festivals, occurs every year in April and kicks off a slew of fun music festivals to attend.

    The only issue is: how do you choose the best music festival for you? With over 50 festivals listed already this Spring and Summer 2024, it can be hard to choose. I like to check out the lineups and see which festivals have the most new artists for me to discover. Then, I take a look at where they’re happening and make my decision from there.

    I’ve rounded up a few festivals happening in the US in 2024 that are both newsworthy and will get you to see the most relevant artists in the industry. Enjoy the food, the shopping, the arts, and the acts!


    M3F Fest

    Where? Phoenix, Arizona

    When? March 1-2, 2024

    Who? Dominic Fike, Duke Dumont, Hippo Campus, Gorgon City, SG Lewis, Dayglow, DRAMA, and more.

    What? A music festival thrown by non-profit, The M3F Fund, where 100% of proceeds go to charities like Habitat for Humanity, Phoenix Rescue Mission, Arizona Helping Hands, and more. It’s a great way to give back while having fun with your friends and family, and their lineup is always good.


    Coachella

    Coachella

    Where? Indio, California

    When? April 12-14 + 19-21, 2024

    Who? Lana Del Rey, Tyler, The Creator, Doja Cat, Lil Uzi Vert, John Summit, Dom Dolla, Jon Batiste, Bleachers, No Doubt, J Balvin, and more.

    What? The festival where spotting an influencer or two will be the highlight of your trip. You probably won’t make out with Timothee Chalamet, but you definitely will eat some overpriced food. However, you have to go to Coachella once in your life. This year marks the reunion of No Doubt — and perfect timing, since TikTok has revived their music for Gen Z.


    Shaky Knees Music Festival

    Shaky Knees 2024

    Where? Atlanta, Georgia

    When? May 3-5, 2024

    Who? Noah Kahan, Weezer, Queens of the Stone Age, Foo Fighters, Arcade Fire, Young the Giant, Girl in Red, and more.

    What? A great mix of indie and rock acts spread throughout the weekend. I would travel far and wide to see Noah Kahan ahead of his summer arena tour, and this is a great excuse to do so.


    Hangout Music Festival

    Hangout Fest

    Where? Gulf Shore, Alabama

    When? May 17-19, 2024

    Who? Zach Bryan, Lana Del Rey, Odesza, The Chainsmokers, Cage The Elephant, Renee Rapp, Dominic Fike, Dom Dolla, and more.

    What? One of the most diverse music festivals in terms of genre…Hangout Music Festival has everything- from popular EDM acts to country to pop. It’s also one of the few tour dates Lana Del Rey has right now, so go see her while you can.


    Governor’s Ball Music Festival

    Gov Ball 2024

    Where? Randall’s Island, New York City

    When? June 9-11, 2024

    Who? Post Malone, The Killers, 21 Savage, Sabrina Carpenter, SZA, Peso Pluma, Sexxy Red, Renee Rapp, Labrinth, Goth Babe, and more.

    What? Located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Gov Ball is an iconic festival to start the summer. This year’s lineup is worth your time with festival favorites like The Killers and Post Malone, and exciting additions like Goth Babe and Sabrina Carpenter.


    Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival

    Bonnaroo 2024

    Where? Manchester, Tennessee

    When? June 13-16, 2024

    Who? FISHER, Post Malone, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fred Again…, Maggie Rogers, Cage The Elephant, Cigarettes After Sex, Diplo, Two Friends, Carly Rae Jepsen, Lizzy McAlpine, and more.

    What? Bonnaroo hosts some of the hottest musical acts in the industry year after year. This year’s lineup includes Megan Thee Stallion, Renee Rapp, T-Pain, Sean Paul, and more. I couldn’t think of anything better.

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  • Four Artists To Watch For In 2024

    Four Artists To Watch For In 2024

    Whether you are ready or not, we are officially in 2024. It’s okay if you’ve already abandoned your overambitious resolutions for more plausible goals — or if you’ve just given up entirely. There’s always next year.

    But if there’s one constant, it’s listening to music. If Spotify Wrapped taught me anything, it’s that I really can make it through anything with the right soundtrack. We’re edging closer to awards season, which means everyone is looking for the best of the best. Our inner critic comes out and, suddenly, we’re all members of the Recording Academy.

    With the 2024 Grammy’s right around the corner, it’s easy to get caught up in the hits from yesteryear. But I’m already looking ahead to the new year of music. And it’s time to recognize artists who are about to have a huge year. Some of them may be familiar names and hopefully, others will become new favorites of yours.

    Regardless, there have been four artists who stuck out to me this past year. These artists aren’t new per se, but they’ve skyrocketed with recent success leading the charts, making an impact on pop culture, and featuring prominently on Spotify playlists. Each artist has been selected because they have the It Factor — and finally everyone is seeing it.

    Here are the four artists to watch in 2024!

    Sabrina Carpenter

    Sabrina Carpenter via GRAMMY.com

    Sabrina Carpenter press

    Carpenter fell headfirst into a love triangle scandal alongside pop queen Olivia Rodrigo and her castmate, Joshua Bassett. In 2022, she released her fifth studio album, emails i can’t send, which solidified her as a certified pop songwriter who has every “It” factor you look for in a young starlet.

    Her sound can span genres- with synthy, sexy pop/R&B blends like “bet u wanna” to stomp-and-holler-inspired “Already Over.” Her take on heartache and the increased public scrutiny is both refreshing and witty.

    After opening for Taylor Swift this year and going viral for her “Nonsense” outros, and most recently performing for Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, it’s hard to imagine that this is the last we’ll see of Sabrina.

    Noah Kahan

    Noah Kahan

    Noah Kahan

    Asyia Marotta

    A favorite here at Popdust, Noah Kahan has perfected that aforementioned “stomp and holler” sound. After a year of country-folk renaissance, Kahan’s Stick Season (We’ll All Be Here Forever) deluxe edition released in 2023 and continuously broke records…leading to collaborations with artists like Post Malone, Hozier, Kacey Musgraves, and Lizzy McAlpine.

    With a sold out stadium tour on the horizon, Kahan is skyrocketing. His storytelling through music is unmatched- painting pictures of woeful hometown memories, heartache, loss, anxiety, and more.

    His self-deprecating humor and appreciation for success make Noah Kahan who he is. A longtime advocate for mental health, Kahan started The Busyhead Project to raise money for the cause. He has us in the palm of his hand, and we can’t wait to see what’s next.

    Dom Dolla

    Dom Dolla

    Dom Dolla

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    In the world of Electronic Dance Music, Dom Dolla is a trailblazer. He’s spent the year performing to crowds of tens of thousands of people at festivals and headline shows, and releasing some of the biggest EDM mixes of the year with “Eat Your Man (feat. Nelly Furtado)” and the disco jam “Saving Up.”

    He’s one of the most exciting producers for a reason: a chart topper who knows how to reach the ears (and hearts) of fans of house and EDM, and new listeners alike. He’s found new ways to incorporate sound bytes, big drops, bass, and classic tech-house style and create a league of his own.

    Whether he’s remixing classic tracks like “Black Betty”, playing his own tunes, or performing B2B sets with a fellow hot topic, John Summit, the “Rhyme Dust” creator is one-of-a-kind. Nominated for his first GRAMMY for his remix of Gorillaz “New Gold” with Tame Impala and Bootie Brown, Dom Dolla is your EDM artist to watch.

    Renee Rapp

    Renee Rapp

    Renee Rapp

    Erica Hernandez

    You may know her as Leighton from Max’s Sex Lives Of College Girls…or as Regina George in the 2024 remake of Mean Girls. But Renee Rapp is a whirlwind of a pop-R&B artist who knows how to make flawless music. She’s gathered a passionate fanbase behind her to prove it, and after her most recent album, Snow Angel, we’re dying to know what’s next.

    2022 was huge for Rapp, with her Snow Hard Feelings tour accompanying the album. She’s the talk of the town, weaving tales of unrequited love, belting ballads of heartache, and balancing them out with punchy pop tunes that are worthy of a repeat.

    She’s the face of both cinema and music right now, with a versatility of creativity that so few can achieve. It would be a mistake not to include her on our artists to watch this year, because we know Renee Rapp is only getting started.

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  • Wax Motif On New Single “In My Hands”

    Wax Motif On New Single “In My Hands”

    Wax Motif and Camden Cox’s new single “In My Hands” is a perfect representation of house music blending with strong vocals, creating a track that people both enjoy listening to…and want to hear again.

    The track was special, which everyone involved in its creation seemed to know because Wax Motif performed it two days after making the song at EDC Las Vegas. It’s a signal of Wax Motif’s newer sound, after attending a writing camp and honing in on his skills, he’s definitely got a darker tone to his signature bass-line emphasis. About EDC Vegas, Wax Motif says,

    “During EDC Vegas I got asked to attend a session with Camden Cox who I had been meaning to work with for a while, and also these two awesome writers Emma Rosen and Sophie Cates. We didn’t really have an idea to start with so we started from scratch. Thought it would be cool to do something pretty dark beat-wise which could make a cool contrast to Camden’s vocals. We finished most of it off that day and I dropped it in my sets a few days later to a really good response. Some final tweaks and here we are with the end result.”

    After releasing a meteoric debut album full of house hits, House of Wax, fans have been waiting to hear what comes next. He has a unique way of spinning house music into a refreshing beat that sounds unlike anything we’ve heard before. But with this new style, we can tell Wax Motif is ever-evolving. You can listen to “In My Hands” here:

    With a promising new era ahead, you can’t help but be excited for the Australian producer whose had support from the likes of Dom Dolla and John Summit…and for good reason, Wax Motif has a special way of taking notes from R&B, disco, and UK bass that makes sense in any song.

    We spoke with Wax Motif on how he’s developed his sound to create “In My Hands”, and what’s next below!

    PD: Your 2022 debut album, House Of Wax, showed your skills at blending a bunch of different genres together. What kind of music and artists influenced you when starting your career?

    It’s a pretty mixed bag but the most influential were probably Daft Punk, The Prodigy, Chemical Brothers, Artful Dodger and a lot of rap like Notorious BIG, 50 Cent / G-Unit, Dr Dre & Snoop, Three 6 Mafia & Lil Wayne

    PD: You’ve been performing a record-setting amount of sold-out shows, which is a testament to your fanbase and talent. Can you tell us what fans can expect from your live performances such as your upcoming Shrine show in Los Angeles?

    I usually try to change up my sets a lot (especially in LA) cos I know I have fans that will come to multiple shows. The core of my set is comprised of my own music and the favorites from my discography that people want to hear and outside of that I try to sprinkle in new music I think is interesting, forward thinking or will resonate with my crowd.

    PD: Your latest single, “In My Hands” with Camden Cox, is out now! It’s debuting a new sound for you…how has your production style evolved since last year?

    I’d say it’s always evolving but lately I’m into darker, harder, faster stuff. I think the best part about producing is constantly doing and trying new things and I also get bored pretty easily which is probably why I never rinsed and repeated a previous sound. In the studio I’m usually on the hunt for sounds and ideas that keep me locked in and I try to not overthink the direction too much. Once I’ve finished a song it goes into either the “maybe” folder or the “for someone else” folder.

    PD: It’s also signaling more collaborations to come. Who would you love to collaborate with most?

    That list is long! For vocalists probably Weeknd, Drake, Lil Wayne, Alina Baraz, Ellie Goulding & more with Camden. Electronic producer wise probably Skrillex, Rufus Du Sol, Tchami, MK & Camelphat.

    PD: You performed the song two days after creating it at EDC Las Vegas’ writing camp. Can you tell us about that experience and were you nervous at all to show it off so quickly?

    No, I wasn’t nervous at all. It is usually how I test most of my unreleased music and the good part about DJing is if something is tanking you can get out of it pretty quickly. If I’m keen to test it out it’s usually a good sign too.

    PD: You’re very into fashion. How do you incorporate that into your music career and what’s one piece of advice you can give to readers?

    I didn’t grow up with a lot of luxuries so in school I was always looking at kids with new Nikes or whatever. It kinda just led to me wanting my own cool stuff when I could afford it. I guess it’s not really a conscious thing to incorporate it into music but I definitely subscribe to the mentality of “looking good equals feeling good”. Advise wise I’d definitely say “save your money” cos music careers come and go quickly but at a certain point you need to start enjoying yourself too so treat yourself once in a while.

    PD: What’s up next for you this year?

    We’re about to finish up the US tour which has been awesome & then finishing the year traveling with some shows in Colombia, The Bahamas, Mexico, Vegas for F1 weekend and Aspen as well as hopefully a lot more studio time.

    Jai Phillips

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  • Kaskade and John Summit Are Going B2B to Ring In 2023 – EDM.com

    Kaskade and John Summit Are Going B2B to Ring In 2023 – EDM.com

    Kaskade and John Summit are setting the tone for 2023.

    After Summit shockingly found out via Twitter that his own New Year’s Eve show in Sacramento was canceled due to incoming “heavy rain,” the house music star didn’t let the misfortune rain on his parade.

    It wasn’t long before Summit was booked to perform at Kaskade’s third annual NYE extravaganza in San Francisco, where he’s set to perform at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium on December 31st. The last-minute turn of events will see Summit take the stage for an hourlong DJ set at 10:45pm before a momentous performance by Kaskade through 2am.

    Mikala Lugen

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