Fresh Tracks, Festival Highlights & Industry Innovations

David Guetta & Sia – "Beautiful People"

The electronic dance music (EDM) scene is buzzing with new releases, festival announcements, and technological advancements. Here's your roundup of the latest happenings in the EDM world:

New Music Releases

David Guetta & Sia – "Beautiful People"David Guetta and Sia have reunited for their ninth collaboration, releasing the dance-pop single "Beautiful People." Originally written in 2013, the track was officially released on March 7, 2025, and features a music video directed by Daniel Askill. The duo performed the song live during Afrojack's set at the Ultra Music Festival in Miami on March 29, 2025.

Dom Dolla & Kid Cudi – "Forever"Australian producer Dom Dolla and American rapper Kid Cudi have teamed up for the single "Forever," released on April 18, 2025. The track blends EDM and pop rap elements, aiming to evoke nostalgia and uplift listeners. It debuted live at Madison Square Garden in March 2025.

Röyksopp – True ElectricNorwegian electronic duo Röyksopp released their eleventh studio album, True Electric, on April 11, 2025. The album is a compilation of dance remixes of their earlier tracks, emphasizing the club aspects of their music. It includes both mixed and standard versions on streaming platforms.

Festival Updates

Pitchfork Music Festival CDMX 2025The Pitchfork Music Festival in Mexico City underwent scheduling updates due to industry changes and new regulations. The festival took place from May 2 to May 4, 2025, featuring artists like Black Country, New Road, Beth Gibbons, and Oneohtrix Point Never across venues such as Estadio Fray Nano and Foro Indie Rocks!

Festival Costa Sonora 2025Held during the May holiday weekend in Alicante, Spain, Festival Costa Sonora showcased over twenty urban music artists, including RVFV, Hard GZ, and Kidd Keo. The event also featured DJ performances and a diverse food offering, marking the official start of the festival season in the region. Cadena SER

Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival 2025Scheduled for May 16–18, 2025, in San Diego, California, Wonderfront will feature headliners such as Anderson .Paak, Khruangbin, and Peggy Gou. The festival offers genre-specific days, with Friday focusing on hip-hop and dance music, and includes an "Electric Lounge" for EDM enthusiasts. Axios

Industry Innovations

AI-Powered Personalization at EDM FestivalsEDM festivals in 2025 are embracing artificial intelligence to enhance attendee experiences. Organizers are using AI to provide personalized recommendations for performances and activities, optimize event navigation, and improve crowd management and safety. Festivals like Tomorrowland and Ultra are implementing AI-driven features such as smart wristbands and interactive zones to engage fans in new ways. edmranks.com

Stay tuned for more updates as the EDM world continues to evolve with new sounds, events, and innovations.