Mysterious Swedish House Mafia Campaign Uncovered

Recently a few short videos of Axwell, Sebastian Ingrosso and Steve Angello were released showing the former Swedish House Mafia members pensively contemplating in an epic landscape of mountains and ocean. The videos were accompanied by a mysterious website that created a frenzy of speculation as to the meaning of the new campaign.

Today a longer video was released featuring a mellow rendition of the group’s track ‘Leave The World Behind’ with Lune, announcing the newly launched partnership between the trio and Swedish car manufacturer Volvo. The partnership marks the launch of Volvo’s new crossover model, XC90. It seems that the group will most likely not be getting back together as many people had guessed but they are clearly still riding on the tidal wave of success they achieved. Check out Volvo’s website here for more info.

Interview: Markus Schulz

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Markus Schulz has made a name for himself as one of the most talented and prolific DJs in the world. His incredible DJ skills and masterful trance productions earned him the title of America’s number 1 DJ, and he has some really exciting stuff on the schedule for the future. Markus was nice enough to chat with us and let us know what is going on in his world. [Read more...]

TomorrowWorld Announces Dates and Location

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There has been so much anticipation after the legendary festival, Tomorrowland, announced that they will be moving across the ocean for a new festival in the US, which they have called “TomorrowWorld”. Today it has been announced that the festival will take place over September 27th, 28th and 29th, and will be held in Chattahoochee Hills, GA. You can purchase individual day tickets for $127.00 each, a full madness (three day) pass for $347.oo, or a full madness pass + dreamville for $397.00. Go to www.tomorrowworld.com for all the info about tickets and how to pre-register. Hope to see you all there!

A Worldwide Collaboration With Avicii

Avicii has announced that he will launch a very unique project that involves you! This project is a worldwide collaboration where you can download the chord progression and then the next step is up to you. Then elements from the many entries will be combined to create the finished product. The details of the project are still unclear but Avicii will unveil the rest in 5 days, so be sure to check www.aviciixyou.com to download the chord progression and get more details.

Waterworks

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One of the positives about being in the public eye is the ability to do good in the world. Techibeats shares that common interest with other djs and producers to voice how we can make a difference, and Waterworks is another step in the right direction. The organization has caught the eyes of many, including Steve Aoki, and aims in fixing the issue of clean drinking water. Ultimately, small actions lead to a BIG difference. Click HERE to learn more about the non-profit, and click HERE to donate to the organization; every donation makes an impact!

Above & Beyond feat. Zoe Johnston – Alchemy (The Remixes)

Just recently, Above & Beyond’s club mix to, ‘Alchemy’, their very own track with iconic female vocalist, Zoe Johnston, shocked the trance community as one of the most emotional pieces of work that not only the group has ever produced, but that anyone has ever produced to date. Still sitting at #2 on the Beatport trance charts, the mix is proving to withstand the test of time, and will continue to flow the cues of trance sets around the globe for a respectful period of time. Just yesterday, however, we were blessed with a couple official remixes to the track which provide some different takes on musical emotion. The first remix from Hungarian duo, Myon & Shane 54, gives us a similarly emotional, beautifully produced trance remix that they call their ‘Redemption Mix’. Vastly differing from both the original club and redemption mix, Submerse’s take on the track gives it an all new vibe with some mellower wobbles and slower tempo. So, throw on some quality headphones, cue up these tunes, and get ready for one unique musical adventure.

Above & Beyond feat. Zoe Johnston – Alchemy (Myon & Shane 54 Redemption Mix) | Beatport

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Above & Beyond Announce Launch Of New Weekly Radio Show – Group Therapy Radio

Last week Above & Beyond dealt a crushing blow to their fans with the news that their legendary radio show Trance Around The World is coming to and end. It seemed that their upcoming TATW 450 from Bangalore, India would be the last show and an end to an amazing era of 9 years of TATW, leaving their fans with many questions and concerns. However, today the trio gave us some fantastic news that although Trance Around The World is no more, they will be ushering in a new weekly radio show fittingly titled Group Therapy Radio. The start of Group Therapy Radio will be triggered when Above & Beyond take the stage on November 10th in Bangalore, India. Just like TATW, ABGT will present a 90 minute mix featuring the best new music with a 30 minute guest mix every Friday. Here is what the group had to say about the new show:

Group Therapy captures the relationship between us, our music and you, our audience, and the magic that happens when those three things interact. It’s something you’ve all taken into your hearts and it lies at the centre of everything that we do – the community, the connection, the interaction. Our radio show is our weekly Group Therapy with all of you.

Here at Techibeats we couldn’t be more relieved to hear this news and can’t wait to follow this new show which is sure to be just as amazing as its predecessor.

Cosmic Gate & Emma Hewitt – Calm Down (The Remixes)

Finally released to Beatport on Blackhole Recordings comes the extended and remixed versions of ‘Calm Down’, the heavily iconic trance anthem from the legendary German duo, Cosmic Gate, and vocalist, Emma Hewitt. The release features three spins on the track from fellow producers, Omnia, Ost & Meyer, and Zetandel. Each remix transforms the track into a completely different feel as each artist inputs their respective signature sounds. If you like what you hear, use the provided Beatport link below to purchase your latest findings. N-Joy.

Cosmic Gate & Emma Hewitt – Calm Down (The Remixes) | Beatport

Extended Mix

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Omnia Remix

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Ost & Meyer Remix

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Zetandel Chillout Mix

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Madeon – The City (Original Mix)

Following up on his latest single ‘Finale’ the young Frenchmen is back with what he has said to be his best song yet. Typical of the sexy nu disco, pop tracks that we have come to expect from Madeon ‘The City’ is a catchy and flawlessly produced gem that will make you want to get up and dance. Enjoy!

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LTN – Never Let Me Go (Beat Service Remix)

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Beat Service has been on a roll this summer, putting out tons of tracks and remixes that never seem to disappoint. His recent remix of LTN’s “Never Let Me Go” has been gaining tons of support over the last month from big trance artists and has been a great success in plenty of live sets. With the beautiful lyrics and low end bass line, this track has everything you could want in a new trance production. Enjoy, and grab your full copy from beatport above!