LOCO DICE OPENS THE COLLABORATIVE JAR ON NEW ALBUM: PURPLE JAM

A JAM SESSION WITH NO EXPIRY DATE

Few artists can push the fringes of a scene quite like Loco Dice. With Purple Jam his fourth studio album, out today via Virgin Records - the Düsseldorf icon delivers a bold, genre-melding musical statement. It's a record soaked in both swag and sound design, pulling influence from hip-hop’s grit, house music’s flow, and techno’s punch, all glazed with Loco Dice’s signature sense of chunky rhythms, raw relentless groove and resistance to boundaries.

Following his seismic appearance at Coachella’s Quasar Stage and EDC Las Vegas Purple Jam arrives as a 12-track testament to decades spent working at the forefront of club culture. Drawing in friends and stellar collaborators alike, the project doesn't follow a trend, it furrows its own path.

The journey begins with a moody and atmospheric intro that sets the tone like a needle drop in a smoky back room. Fragmented samples, ghostly rhythms, and sonic innovation build into something harmoniously tense and tantalizing. That crackling energy spills into ‘Heavy Heart’, an anthem that knows no borders with Skrillex and Nigerian singer-songwriter Fireboy DML. Techno muscle and vocal emotion collide, delivering fans an experience that is tender yet raw – a heartfelt sound for the 2AM crowd.

The fire burns even hotter with 'Purple Kawasaki' - techy, bouncy, and constructed with basslines that refuse to sit still. The groove remains tight, as Italian rap star Guè steps into the limelight with 'G Class', adding a polished bravado over Loco Dice's trusted low-end mechanics.

'One Round Baby' dials the energy inward, submerging the listener in a barrage of bleeps, textures, and melodies. Its hypnotic and immersive nature flows into 'High Roller', a masterclass in less-is-more minimalism. Created with longtime friend Marco Carola, the track delivers a self-assured, stripped-back rhythm that paints a vivid picture of modern house music in its purest form.

This refined tension builds into 'Just Do It', with Moxie Knox delivering a powerful, soul-infused vocal performance. The track evolves from a kinetic drum workout into a full-throttle dancefloor moment, elevated by crisp, dialed-in synths that hit right on cue.

'Blowin’ Up' lights the fuse on Purple Jam’s B-side, exploding with tight percussion and percolating synths that never sit still. ‘Juice’ squeezes house precision and hip-hop charisma into a club-ready cocktail, featuring heavyweight contributions from The Martinez Brothers and rapper Trinidad James. Together, the track culminates into a zesty and layered swerve that oozes with bounce, swagger, and floor-filling flair.

Loco Dice taps further into his hip-hop roots with 'Ice Cold Dealer' collaborating with German rap star Haftbefehl for a frozen beat with a molten-red core. ‘Megalodon’ drags the party into deeper waters, where a wave of sub-bass crashes through layers of nuanced drums.

The collaboration with Carl Cox on ‘Road Runner’ marks a particularly meaningful chapter in Purple Jam,– a true full-circle moment for Loco Dice, as it was Cox who pinpointed him as one to watch at his very first Circoloco performance in 2002. Now, more than two decades later, the stalwart producers reunite on a track fueled by restrained aggression and a breathing bassline—laying the a blueprint for future DJ weapons with the same chugging intensity.

Loco Dice caps off Purple Jam with ‘Designer Kidz’, a futuristic finale made in collaboration with 1 Up Crew. It’s a last dab of the album’s sonic spread, flipping samples and ideas into something equal parts familiar and freshly preserved.

As his fourth full-length offering, Purple Jam is more than a studio album—it’s a map of Loco Dice’s musical DNA: cross-genre, cross-generational, and cross-cultural. Shaped by decades behind the decks and deep connections to the scenes he’s lived through, it’s a collection that feels rooted in history while wired for tomorrow.

Loco Dice is a German DJ and producer whose unique blend of house, techno, and minimal beats has made him one of the most influential figures in the electronic music scene. From his early days as a hip-hop DJ in Düsseldorf to his era-defining residencies at the iconic Ibiza superclubs like Circoloco at DC-10 and Amnesia Terrace as well as at Space Miami in the US, Loco Dice has always been known for his ability to mix deep, introspective sounds with high-energy tracks. His recent collaboration on ‘Heavy Heart' with Skrillex and Firebox DML has already amassed millions of streams, showcasing his ability to evolve and push boundaries within the electronic music world. Now, with 'Road Runner', Loco Dice returns, together with the house legend, Carl Cox, to his roots with a driving, hypnotic anthem that’s setting the bar for an exciting year to come.

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PANORAMA FESTIVAL RETURNS TO HISTORIC CAVE DEL DUCA AMPHITHEATRE IN LECCE

LINE-UP (A-Z): AHMED SPINS, ANNICKA, BLACK COFFEE, CARLITA, COLE KNIGHT, CRISTINA LAZIC, DAMIAN LAZARUS, KOKO, LUCIANO, MARCO CAROLA, MATISA, MIGUELLE & TONS, MOCHAKK, PAWSA, PEGGY GOU, PICCA & MARS, PROSPA, SIMONE, SOLOMUN, VALERIAFABIAN

Panorama Festival is a visionary celebration of electronic music, art and sustainability in Southern Italy’s most iconic natural amphitheatre and it returns for its fourth edition from August 14-16, 2025.  The magical three day event transforms Cave del Duca into a world-class setting for immersive experiences in the limestone heart of Lecce, Puglia, with a mix of heavyweight international names, emerging talents and plenty in between all set to play. Tickets are available now via TicketSMS

Cave del Duca is a historic quarry-turned-amphitheatre that makes for a breathtaking setting in the gorgeous Lecce. The magical spot offers terraced viewing points, pristine acoustics and panoramic views rooted in the deep cultural identity of the Salento region. It will once again welcome thousands of international music lovers for three unforgettable nights under the stars. The tasteful musical curation reflects Panorama’s mission to showcase the future of electronic music in extraordinary natural settings.

Panorama has quickly cemented its reputation as a destination festival for the culturally curious and musically devoted. The festival attracts a vibrant crowd of discerning dancers from across Europe who are all drawn to its carefully curated blend of music, fashion, travel and transformative experiences. Beyond the music, the festival offers curated chill zones, local food trucks, light and art installations, and a commitment to plastic-free, sustainable practices with over 10,000 attendees expected

Says Vincent De Robertis festival’s Director. "Panorama Festival isn’t just about music - it’s about framing unforgettable experiences in extraordinary places. We're proud to call Puglia home and to welcome the world to witness its magic through the lens of sound, light, and community."

Panorama is produced by Music Adventure SRL, a team of international professionals with backgrounds in touring, festival production, and cultural development. Their vision is clear: to merge global music with local heritage, art, and ecological responsibility.

Panorama Festival 2025 promises to be more than just a celebration of music - it’s an invitation to experience the soul of Southern Italy through cutting-edge sound and stunning natural beauty.

TEMPO GIUSTO RETURNS TO DELIVER HIS FIFTH RELEASE ON DREAMSTATE RECORDS— "SLAVE TO THE SYSTEM"

The Finnish producer presents a bold fusion of progressive trance and motivational storytelling for his fifth release on the label.

Finnish producer Tempo Giusto returns to Dreamstate Records on May 2nd to issue his fifth single on the label, “Slave to the System,another envelope-pushing trance concoction.


Showcasing his mastery over bending genre conventions, “Slave to the System” is a pristine progressive club construction pairing raw energy with euphoric elegance. Carrying a thought-provoking aesthetic, the trance single builds around its motivational spoken word narration, which urges listeners to break away from societal norms. The rallying cry is underscored by lush synth leads and a thumping techno-leaning groove that unfurls over throbbing basslines and metallic percussive arrangements.

In line with the meaning behind the track, Tempo Giusto shares, “We are all slaves to the system until we break ourselves free from it, and I hope my track inspires you to do exactly that!”

Hailing from Turku, Tempo Guisto is a Finnish producer famously splitting his time as a dentist and a globe-trotting artist drilling into the sounds of tech and progressive trance. Tempo recently graced the label with his peak-time single “The Rave Clown,” earning radio support from trance heavyweights including Andrew Rayel, Allen Watts, Darren Porter, Sygma, Rodman, Matthew Pear, Tom Exo, Jake Ryan, and Emmy Skyer. His music continues to be championed by titans of the genre, including Armin van Buuren, Markus Schulz, and Bryan Kearney. His high-voltage live performances have graced the stages of iconic parties including Dreamstate SoCal, EDC Mexico, A State of Trance Festival, Element, Horizons, Summer Sound, and Egg London.

With “Slave to the System,” Tempo Giusto delivers a stimulating artistic statement that bridges intellect and instinct, serving as both a road to sonic liberation, and an invitation to create one’s own reality.

Our favorite dentist-musician Tempo Giusto is one of the leading figures of tech trance and club progressive. With over 80 million streams on Spotify alone and over 20 Top 10 hits on Beatport, Tempo Giusto has cemented his status as a

trance pioneer with unique productions that have earned him an Emma-award nomination for ‘Best electronic dance music artist’.

Titled as the new King of Tech Trance on EDMSauce, Tempo Giusto’s tracks are heard by hundreds of thousands of listeners around the world every month on shows like ASOT and Tomorrowland One World.

Tempo Giusto’s music is among the most played and listened to trance singles of all time and for numerous years he has been on Beatport’s best-selling trance artists list. Some of his biggest hits include tracks like Mr. Navigator, The Oasis, The Unicorn Master, Benzin, and Choose Your Fate.

Tipped as one of the emerging talents by Markus Schulz, Tempo Giusto has performed live in an endless list of countries including the US, UK, Sweden,

Russia, Mexico, Australia, Netherlands, Finland, Canada, Japan, and Slovenia among others. With Armin van Buuren and Bryan Kearney calling themselves big fans, Tempo Giustohas become Finland’s biggest and best-known trance export.

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