2025 is Coming to an End, but New EDM Friday is Still Packed with a Massive Set of Releases
As 2025 races toward its conclusion, the electronic dance music scene remains vibrant with an array of new releases. This week’s lineup features an exciting mix of tracks from renowned artists such as Armin van Buuren, Fred again.., and Dimitri Vangelis & Wyman, each bringing their unique flair to the dance floor. Let’s dive into these new offerings and explore what makes them stand out!
Armin van Buuren – Sonic Samba (Rising Star Remix)
The Trance king, Armin van Buuren, returns to delight his dedicated fans with the Rising Star remix of his recent piano project, ‘Sonic Samba’. Diving deeper into his musical roots, the remix—a self-reinterpretation under one of Armin’s earliest and most beloved aliases—offers an exciting twist on the original track. The new version enhances its beautiful melody with soaring pads and powerful synth leads, set against a driving, uplifting rhythm. This is a genuine return to Armin’s trance origins, promising pure euphoria, especially on the mainstage.
Fred again.. & Wallfacer – I Luv U
After an impressive 10 weeks filled with innovative releases and performances, Fred again.. wraps up this era with the track ‘I Luv U’, a collaboration featuring Wallfacer. The song encapsulates the raw, underground vibe that Fred has expertly curated over this span. Pulsating with techno energy and driving beats, it’s a testament to the ever-evolving landscape of electronic music and a poignant farewell to this chapter.
ZHANGYE & Justin Jesso – Growing Up
Leading the charge for China’s burgeoning electronic movement is producer ZHANGYE, who collaborates with vocalist Justin Jesso, known for his work with Kygo and Seeb, on the cinematic single ‘Growing Up’. Co-produced in the heart of LA, this emotional track intertwines Jesso’s poignant storytelling with ZHANGYE’s lush production style. It reflects themes of personal growth and clarity amidst life’s chaos, signaling a significant step for ZHANGYE on the global stage.
Martron – Feel It
LA-based producer and multi-instrumentalist Martron delivers an explosive, bass-driven anthem with ‘Feel It’. This track effortlessly balances heavy production with heartfelt moments, merging gritty low-end sounds with cinematic textures and hypnotic vocal chops. Martron expresses that the song encourages listeners to embrace their emotions, marking it as an energetic and emotionally resonant club-ready track.
Truth x Lies – Turn the Volume Up
NYC-based duo Truth x Lies returns with the aptly titled ‘Turn the Volume Up’. This track is a high-energy tech-house anthem, designed to get the crowd moving with its pumping basslines and sharp percussive elements. The dynamic vocal chops and infectious rhythm make it a no-nonsense club weapon, already making waves on major radio shows as a guaranteed peak-time favorite.
Yves V, Dimitri Vangelis & Wyman ft. Nova Tropics – You & I
Belgian powerhouse Yves V teams up with Swedish progressive house legends Dimitri Vangelis & Wyman for the colossal anthem, ‘You & I’, featuring Nova Tropics. This collaboration is a pure expression of mainstage energy, characterized by massive builds and euphoria-inducing vocal hooks. It promises to evoke festival nostalgia while delivering an uplifting sound that can ignite any dance floor.
Honorable Mentions
In addition to these standout tracks, several other noteworthy releases this week deserve recognition:
– **Above & Beyond, Malou – Letting Go (Drove Remix)**
– **Abstrakt – See The Sun**
– **Alok, SCRIPT – Substance**
– **Anabel Englund, Kamino – Belong To Me**
– **Benny Benassi, Glowal, SQU4RE – Shades**
– **Chicane, Moya Brennan, onTune – Saltwater**
– **DJ Licious – House On Fire**
– **Funky House Anthems like “Set Me Free” by BYOR**
These diverse offerings highlight the richness of the electronic music landscape, ensuring that listeners have something fresh and exciting to enjoy amidst the hustle and bustle of the year-end festivities.
Listen to all of these tracks and more on the Spotify playlist!
