Electronic music visionary Paul van Dyk is delighted to reveal the first details of the second coming of We Are One, his Berlin-based festival spectacular. On July 6th the enigmatic, atmospheric, Renaissance-era surroundings of the city’s famed Zitadelle Spandau will swell to the sound of the very best in new, cutting-edge electronic music. Joined by a star-studded EDM co-producer cast, Van Dyk will re-purpose Spandau as a citadel of sound. Inside its awe-inspiring 15th century confines he will premiere the music from his forthcoming, hotly anticipated ‘Politics of Dancing 3’ album.

In 2010, as part of the celebrations to mark the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, Paul van Dyk staged the We Are One event. It featured artists as musically and stylistically diverse as Armin van Buuren and Underworld, through to avant-garde performers like the Las Vegas-celebrated Blueman Group. With it, Van Dyk brought his ever-loyal fanbase another inventive, hyper-imaginative, unforgettable experience – one that has since moved into the annals of dance music legend.

Three years on, Paul has set in motion a return for We Are One. Moving from arena to festival grade, 2013 will see the event take place in the striking, history-rich setting of Berlin’s Zitadelle Spandau. Inside its ancient bastion walls, Paul will play his first Berlin-stationed, outdoor, open-air event since Loveparade.

“2010’s We Are One was an extraordinary night in my life. From the moment I left Berlin’s O2 Arena, after its climax, I’ve wanted nothing more than to do it all over again. For that reason it gives me great happiness to be able to bring you news that 3 years on from that momentous night, the second We Are One will be staged. I look forward not only to welcoming you to Berlin’s astonishing Zitadelle Spandau on the 6th of July, but also introducing you personally to music from Politics 3” – Paul van Dyk

Back on the 31st of December 2012, Paul gave his strongest hint yet that the coming year would herald a return for the illustrious ‘Politics of Dancing’ series. Electronic music forums around the world lit up at the news and speculation as to exactly what it would entail has been rife ever since. July’s We Are One festival will be the very first time and place anyone in the world hears the music PvD & Co. have been crafting for its third chapter. Playing alongside Paul throughout the day and night, will be a host of the world’s most gifted electronic sound designers.

Some 9 months after their launch, Nick Bracegirdle’s ensemble outfit, Chicane Live, have been holding arena audiences all over the world in their thrall. On July 6th they will be taking to the We Are One stage with a captivating live performance that will include the debut of Paul & Chicane’s first studio recording together.

The night’s line-up will also include Saharan-hot sounds of Aly & Fila, who will bring their Egyptrance sound to the Zitadelle. Also taking to the stage will be hot new VANDIT signings, SHato & Paul Rockseek, Holland’s First State, and German duo Stoneface & Terminal. The We Are One 2013 anthem will come courtesy of PvD and Canadian tough-trance powerhouse Arnej, who’ll also be playing the show, alongside many more, yet-to-be-announced artists and acts.

Early bird tickets for We Are One have just gone on sale. The doors will open on July 6th at 3pm, with the event start an hour later. Those purchasing the limited number of VIP tickets will gain admission to both the We Are One Festival as well as its exclusive after party (more info on which TBA).

As with 2010’s We Are One, this festival will represent a union of freethinking, Live-show-loving people in the thriving electronic music capital of Berlin. Come and join Paul in his fortress of sound as he premieres Politics of Dancing 3’s musical direction! This will be the event of Summer 2013 – a concert of sound & light people will be talking about for months to come. Make sure you’re at Spandau by securing your ticket now through the www.weareonefestival.com web-space.

More info:

• www.weareonefestival.com
• www.facebook.com/weareonefestivalberlin
• www.twitter.com/weareoneberlin
• www.facebook.com/paulvandyk
• www.twitter.com/paulvandyk

Last year, the 250th and New Year’s live editions of Corsten’s Countdown spiked Twitter trends, premiered new anthems and transfixed music lovers around the globe. Today, electronic music maven Ferry Corsten reveals the first details of his third extended spectacular. Putting Summer 2013 into high gear, on June 2nd, Ferry moves the action to Europe. He’ll once again provide another track-packed 8-hour epic Corsten’s Countdown transmission sensation! Ireland’s national broadcaster, RTÉ will be hosting the Corsten’s Countdown Summer Special, which will beam out from their Dublin-based studios and be carried around the world.

On announcing the show, Ferry said: “I’m really excited to start my first ever Corsten’s Countdown summer edition. There is nothing more exciting than hearing your favourite summer tunes while gearing up for this hot and steamy season”

So #CCSUMMER, let’s go!

Taking over the SiriusXM airwaves for 8hrs at a time, previous live editions of Corsten’s Countdown have drawn listenerships numbered up in the 100s of 1000s. Most recently, through its thrilling, feature packed action (and often fan-guided musical content), the 2012 New Year’s broadcast trended 3 times on Twitter.

Now, much more is in store! The Summer Special edition of Corsten’s Countdown will be packed to the nines with the hottest tracks, drop-ins from surprise guests, ticket giveaways, track and remix premieres, live interviews (with DJs calling in from around the world) and, of course, in the last hour, the Countdown itself. You name it, #CCSUMMER is going to have it, so put a mark in your calendar for June 2nd now!

Corsten’s Countdown Sunmmer Special video trailer online now here:

Super-interactive…

As every seasoned Corsten’s Countdown listener knows, each episode gives you the chance to vote up your favourite track of the moment. With the live extended editions though, Corsten’s Countdown goes into interactive overdrive. For the Corsten’s Countdown Summer Special, Ferry not only wants to hear your track requests, but he also wants you to share your favourite summertime memories. If that memory is soundtracked by a piece of music, so much the better – pair the memory with a tune… and share it at corstenscountdown.com! If you’ve got exciting plans for this summer – places you’re going, people you’re seeing – Ferry wants to know. He and RTÉ Pulse co-presenter Mr. Spring will be sharing them throughout the show with hundreds of thousands of fans from around the world.

How do I get involved?

Simple! The Corsten’s Countdown Summer Special micro-site is now open. There you can submit track requests along with video links for them, as well as your favourite sun-season memory and accompanying photos. On June 2nd Ferry will incorporate them into one summer-celebrating radio & online social get-together. Head over to www.corstenscountdown.com and start getting involved.

Everyone’s invited

Wherever you are in the world, you’re going to be able to catch the action. Alongside RTÉ’s Corsten’s Countdown broadcast, the entire 8 hours will be going out live as part of SiriusXM and Armin van Buuren’s A State of Sundays programming. You can also tune in via one of the 50+ international stations carrying the show, listen in via the corstenscountdown.com portal or via the official Ferry Corsten App (available here: www.ferrycorsten.com/app).

Get yourself to Ireland!

The only thing better than tuning in… is being there! Corsten’s Countdown Summer Session takes place on the Bank Holiday of June 2nd. It’s going to be a unique start-to-finish, not-to-be-missed F.C. day in the scenic surrounds of the Irish Republic’s capital. Having spun 8hrs at RTÉ’s Pulse studios, he’s moving the party on to the city’s Academy club. There, playing an extended set, Ferry will close out your holiday weekend in the fashion that only Corsten can! So why not make a weekend of it and hit Dublin for the Summer Special!

Corsten’s Countdown Summer Special will raise the temperature of radio waves around the world… Give your sunglasses a wipe and get your #CCSUMMER tunes set. June 2nd’s gonna be a scorcher!

6 of the world’s finest dance music acts have been added to the already star studded line up for the first edition of Ultra Europe on the weekend of 12th – 14th July 2013 in the city of Split and on the island of Hvar inCroatia. British bass purveyors Chase & Status, dub-house duo Cazzette and Turkish progressive mainstayDeniz Koyu are all taking to the main stage at the Poljud Stadium in Split over Friday 12th and Saturday 13thJuly to join the likes of Armin Van Buuren, Avicii, Carl Cox, Afrojack and Hardwell. As well as these dance music juggernauts, Yousef and Adam Beyer will be bringing their house and techno expertise to light up the Carl Cox & Friends Arena over the first two days, before Australian duo Nervo join Steve Aoki, Erick Morillo and Dada Life for an unbelievable poolside party at the Hotel Amfora Grand Beach Resort in Hvar on Sunday 14th July.

Following the record breaking fifteenth edition of Ultra Music Festival that took place over two weekends in Miami in March, this trend of raising the bar will continue when electronic music lovers from over 75 countries flock to Croatia for Ultra Europe, which is on course to sell out with over 60% of tickets already sold 3 months before the festival even begins!

Those not making the journey to the Dalmatian coast will also now be able to enjoy this amazing event as it’s also been announced that UMF TV will be broadcasting live on all 3 days! Looking to emulate the success of the Ultra XV livestream in Miami – which became the most viewed festival event in North America to date with 10 million unique viewers, as well as gaining the highest concurrent number of views for any non-sponsored music stream – you’ll now be able to live the Ultra Europe experience live from the comfort of your own home!

40,000 fans per day will be able to soak up the sonic delights from the Poljud Stadium, with a further 3000 also watching the region’s biggest ever stage from the luxurious VIP area. The Carl Cox & Friends Arena will play host to 8000 revelers and another 2500 will enjoy music from some of the best up-and-comers from Croatia and the surrounding area on the Regional Stage. As well as this, Ultra Europe has become the first festival in the world to team up with The Yacht Week to bring more than 250 boats as part of the Ultra Europe Regatta to the Hotel Amfora Grand Beach Resort in Hvar on Sunday 14th July, where 5000 fans can drink in the exceptional music and stunning views in and around the hotel’s beautiful pool.

Keep up-to-date with all announcements and information by visiting ULTRA EUROPE’s Official Website and Facebook page.

In celebration of one of his most remarkable festival performances to date, Hardwell releases his awe-inspiring Miami 2013 Aftermovie, taking viewers on a nostalgic journey through his impassioned Ultra Music Festival performances. In the midst of winning two IDMA awards for best remixer and best European DJ, he descended upon Miami last month for two unforgettable sets at Ultra and his sold-out Revealed Recordings Miami event at Mansion Nightclub. This aftermovie exemplifies why Hardwell continues to gain such esteemed worldwide recognition through his breathtaking music and spectacular live performances.

Watch Hardwell’s Miami 2013 Aftermovie

The Hardwell Miami Aftermovie begins with a flashback at Ultra in 2012 capturing Hardwell’s monumental main stage performance and ecstatic reaction. Fast forward to 2013 and experience an emotional portrayal of the set that already has over 3 million views on YouTube, and has been named the “unanimous festival favorite” by Dancing Astronaut. With his technical expertise behind the decks, high energy, and an outstanding track selection, including a number of Revealed Recordings exclusives such as his collaboration with Dyro, “Never Say Goodbye,” Hardwell’s set has been one of the most buzzed about performances of the entire festival.

As the official soundtrack to Hardwell’s Miami aftermovie, “Never Say Goodbye” already proved to be a surefire favorite amid his explosive set at Ultra this year. Hardwell took the fast-rising label favorite Dyro on stage during his Ultra set, which created one of the most memorable moments of Ultra. This powerful festival anthem matches Bright Light’s distinct vocals with the essential energy that both Dutch trailblazers have exemplified across global club land. “Never Say Goodbye” is sure to provide an essential soundtrack to the peak time skyline this summer. “Never Say Goodbye” will be released on Hardwell’s own imprint Revealed Recordings the 20th of May.

Through impactful imagery and a refined, cinematic appeal, the aftermovie captivates viewers with the sentimental value that has come with Hardwell’s experiences. After blowing minds with yet another phenomenal set at Coachella this past weekend, it is clear that this is just the beginning for the dance music luminary that is Hardwell.

For more info check:

• www.djhardwell.com
• www.twitter.com/hardwell
• www.facebook.com/djhardwell

Video created by Robin Piree & Tom van den Berg

• www.robinpiree.com
• www.facebook.com/RPiree
• delmontemedia.nl
• www.facebook.com/delmontemedia

Nicky Romero just published his amazing liveset recorded during an even greater Coachella weekend 1. Coachella, the big festival in the USA which is now held over 2 consecutive weekends (just like UMF yes, indeed) and the first weekend of this sunny festival offered amazing performances brought to thousands of Coachellans by an outstanding line-up.

One of the performances was by Nicky Romero, and you can stream his set now from Soundcloud.

Go here, and enjoy this great set: bit.ly/NRCoachella

More Nicky Romero

• www.nickyromero.com
• www.facebook.com/nickyromero
• www.soundcloud.com/nickyromero
• www.twitter.com/nickyromero

This Saturday we have got a LIVE show again! It is time for episode 40 of Two Is Better Than One presented by K-one & Nathan.S and since every 10th episode is LIVE they will perform the show LIVE in the studio! So be prepared at 6pm CET, don’t forget to be tuned in and let K-one & Nathan.S pump their music through your speakers to get you in the right mood for your Saturday!

Enjoy!

Schedule:

• 18:00 :: K-one & Nathan.S present Two Is Better Than One

Genoten van de liveset van ManiacBeatz gisteren in de ER studio? Mooi, download hem nu hierboven!

ManiacBeatz draait elke vrijdagavond van 19:00 – 21:00 een heerlijke weekendset om jouw weekend officieel keihard te laten beginnen en dat doet ‘ie goed Geniet van deze twee-uur durende show en als je helemaal zit te genieten, kun je nog veel meer ManiacBeatz downloaden vanaf onderstaande link:

www.hulkshare.com/ERNL

Enjoy!

VatoGonzalez.com is proud to present the 2nd edition of the free ‘Army of Bastards’ mixtape, thanks to the collective effort of all the producers of our own online community.

Mixed & mastered by Vato Gonzalez. Additional laziness provided by Furr & Squeek.

Big shout out to all the producers who sent in their work; Volts, Guiseppe Funka, RMCO, Kama Qu, Olivier Heldens, Randy Sauvage, Mystique, AMRO, Jonathan Pitch, Sedelic, Backcornerz, Jasper Dietze, Emilio G, Aaron Chase, Crowd Pilots, Martin Falkenberg, Ruben Kusters, Robby East, Beatbangersz, Anoosh, Mad Nation, Arvana, D-Velro, Veni, Positiv, Row Rocka, Ricos, Ryan Sauvage, Veni, Vandé, Sonny G, Joe Fosho, Jaxx Morero, Erol Montez, Difesa, Dirty Minds, AvD, Asic & Hugs, Art Inc, Stavros Martina, Andy Woods, Aletro, Laëro, Massivebeatz, Royal Flavour, South Fellas, NEXTBEST, Lucky Dice, Rixter, Antigrav, Maracas, H20, Vincent Voort, Mickey Hollander, Tim Noir, Fiero, Certas, Tyro Maniac, Savero, Robin Dekkers, Regtur, l’Exclusiv, TMH, Ali Jouher, Emilio G, DJ UpsideDown, P.M.C, Nicky Roos, DJ StoneX, Chriss Stussy, WastedWankers, Nick Double, Lovado, Ruben Deluxx, Daniel Robson, Will J, JesterD, Dayo Nasty, Chris Decent, Mark Koster, Bonzer, Jarugorn, Eyedentity, House Addications, Ruben Deluxx, Fabio Ramoz, Joshua Vaughn, Pelle, Jordan Hill, Funkshifter, Overtracked, Soriento, Mick Slack, Fiero, Alex Kalicki, Sacha Harland.

Another big shout out to “captain” Kama Qu for organizing the troops again! For press, bookings & business please contact aob@vato.nl

Tracklist

01. Vato Gonzalez – Strength in Numbers (AOB2 Anthem)
02. Volts, Guiseppe Funka & RMCO – Pik
03. Kama Qu ft. Juliette Claire – Moment
04. Olivier Heldens & Ryan Sauvage – The Pagga Song
05. Mystique & AMRO – Sausage (Jonathan Pitch More Sausage Fattener Remix)
06. Sedelic & Backcornerz – Blaster
07. Olivier Heldens & Jasper Dietze – Hot Right Now
08. Emilio G – Alpha
09. Aaron Chase – Stars
10. Crowd Pilots – Human
11. Martin Falkenberg & Ruben Kusters – Psychedelic
12. Backcornerz – Wooow
13. Robby East & Beatbangersz – Just Stupid
14. Aaron Chase – Ventura
15. Volts – Motivate
16. Anoosh – Trial & Error
17. Mad Nation – Agora
18. Arvana – Bingo
19. D-Velro ft. Mae – Ennoir (RMCO remix)
20. Veni – GTFO!

DOWNLOAD NOW: bit.ly/AOBMixtape2

More FREE stuff by Vato Gonzalez

FREE DOWNLOAD: SINDEN & VATO GONZALEZ – $100 INFINITE KUNG FU VIXENS (INDIAN SUMMER RMX)

My track $100 Infinite Kung Fu Vixens with SINDEN is doing so well that the label has decided to give away the Indian Summer Remix. In short, get it here as a FREE DOWNLOAD.

PREVIOUS FREE DOWNLOADS (IN CASE YOU’VE MISSED ONE)

• VATO GONZALEZ & MC TJEN – LIVE AT FUNX RADIO (2013-04-05)
• MAJOR LAZER FT. FLUX PAVILION – JAH NO PARTIAL (VATO GONZALEZ REMIX)
• VATO GONZALEZ & THE YOUNG PUNX – BODY HARDER (TOKYO SPRING MIX)
• VATO GONZALEZ vs LETHAL BIZZLE & DONAE’O – NOT A SAINT (DEEKLINE RMX)
• VATO GONZALEZ – WHAT?!
• VATO GONZALEZ – SOCKROCKER
• VATO GONZALEZ – FAIL (TIM ISMAG REMIX)

Franky Rizardo has dropped a super nice remix on his Soundcloud and made it available for free! Awesome share, so be sure to grab it now to enjoy the real Rizardo sound!

Grab the download now: soundcloud.com/frankyrizardo/lego-el-ritmo-de-verdad/download

Enjoy the summer

More Franky Rizardo

• frankyrizardo.com
• soundcloud.com/frankyrizardo
• twitter.com/FrankyRizardo
• partyflock.nl/artist/30284:Franky_Rizardo.html

Nicky Romero just published his amazing liveset recorded during an even greater Coachella weekend 1. Coachella, the big festival in the USA which is now held over 2 consecutive weekends (just like UMF yes, indeed) and the first weekend of this sunny festival offered amazing performances brought to thousands of Coachellans by an outstanding line-up.

One of the performances was by Nicky Romero, and you can stream his set now from Soundcloud.

Go here, and enjoy this great set: bit.ly/NRCoachella

More Nicky Romero

• www.nickyromero.com
• www.facebook.com/nickyromero
• www.soundcloud.com/nickyromero
• www.twitter.com/nickyromero

Dutch Eclectic God DJ The Flexican finally found the time to wrap up his yearmix 2012! Awesome job on April 4th, haha

Enjoy the great mixing techniques and track selection of this amazing DJ and performer and whenever you can catch a Flexican show, be sure to check him out because he’s (yours) truly one of a kind.

Check out the tracklist below and be sure to download the yearmix now!

Tracklist:

1. Major Lazer – Get Free
2. Miguel – Adorn
3. Rihanna – Diamonds
4. Chris Brown – Strip
5. French Montana – Shot Caller
6. Nas – The Don
7. Alicia Keys – New Day
8. A$AP Rocky – F**kin’ Problems
9. T.I. – Ball
10. Tyga – Faded
11. Trinidad James – All Gold Everything
12. Drake – The Motto
13. Adje – Hele Meneer
14. Popcaan – Party Shot
15. Stevie Wonder – Superstition (The Flexican & SirOJ Remix)
16. Bondax – Baby I Got That
17. Rihanna – Nobody’s Business ft. Chris Brown
18. Moon Boots – Got Somebody
19. M83 – Midnight City (Nightmare! Remix)
20. Diplo – Express Yourself ft. Nicky Da B
21. Jeremih – Fuck U All The Time Ft. Natasha Mosley
22. Staygold – Wallpaper ft. Style of Eye & Pow
23. Solange – Losing You
24. The Opposites – Slapeloze Nachten
25. Noir & Haze – Around (Solomun Vox Mix)
26. Storm Queen – Look Right Trough (MK Dub III)
27. Lykke Li – I Follow Rivers (The Magician Remix)
28. Jessie Ware – Running (Disclosure Remix)
29. Will Monotone – Fiona
30. Boddika & Joy O – Swims
31. Julio Bashmore – Au seve
32. Gregor Salto – Azumba
33. Gesaffelstein – Control Movement
34. Nari & Milani – Atom
35. Nicky Romero – Toulouse
36. Knife Party – Internet Friends
37. Redlight – Get Out My Head
38. Schoolboy Q – Hands On the Wheel
39. Juicy J – Bandz a Make Her Dance
40. Chief Keef – I Don’t Like
41. Cash Out – Cashin Out
42. Usher – Climax
43. Future – Turn On The Lights
44. Kirko Bangz – Drank In My Cup
45. Jeremih – 773 Love
46. Major Lazer & Partysquad – Original Don (Flosstradamus Remix)
47. Baauer – Harlem Shake
48. French Montana – Pop That
49. Future – Same Damn Time
50. 2 Chainz – Birthday Song
51. Hardwell – Spaceman (Carnage Festival Trap Remix)
52. Rita Ora – Radioactive (The Flexican RMX)
53. Bingo Players – Rattle (Damage Remix)
54. Kanye West – Mercy ft. 2 Chainz
55. M.I.A. – Bad Girls
56. Sleigh Bells – Demons (Diplo Remix)
57. Benny Benassi – Satisfaction (RL Grime Remix)
58. Sef – De Wereld In
59. Yellow Claw – Nooit Meer Slapen ft. Ronnie Flex, MocroManiac (The Flexican Minder Herrie Edit)
60. Nicki Minaj – Beez In The Trap
61. Kendrick Lamar – Swimming Pools (Drank)
62. A$AP Rocky – Goldie
63. Rick Ross – Stay Schemin’ ft. Drake
64. Big Sean & Nicki Minaj – Dance (Ass) Remix 65. TNGHT – Higher Ground
66. Frank Ocean – Bad Religion
67. Gotye – Somebody That I Used To Know (Mphazes Remix)

Download here: www.facebook.com/theflexican/app_487142228005652