A new error in clubbing has emerged through the streets of New York City. The city is home to mecca nightspots such as Pyramid, Limelight, and Tunnel. Today, the hottest nightspots are in other burrows such as Queens and Brooklyn with Brooklyn Mirage, Avant Gardner, Knockdown Center, and Elsewhere. As nightclubs start to evolve and revamp crew teams, directors, and which leads to new rules and the old times are gone. A milestone in New York City nightlife has evolved with new nightclubs with a new take on nightlife. More lounge clubs with an intimate vibe, nightclubs where guests can interact with the artists, and immersive and innovative nightspots. Here’s a list of the newest and hottest nightclubs in the New York City area.
From visionaries, Giuseppe Cipriani, and Tito Pinton, MUSICA is New York City’s newest multi-faceted entertainment venue. Cipriani, a global brand famous for superior service in the hospitality industry, is partnering with Italy’s premiere nightlife group MUSICA and is set to launch in 2022. These two powerful forces come together to revive the city and bring the beat back. MUSICA is more than a disco, it's an international movement. Originating in Riccione, Italy (the capital of the nation’s nightlife.) MUSICA brings traditions and charm, reinventing the status quo of what club in New York City should be.
Somewhere Nowhere NYC Lounge, Nightclub & Rooftop Pool
The indoor lounge consists of two levels and an open-air atmosphere with a rooftop pool. Boasted on the top ‘of the Renaissance NY Chelsea Hotel. The venue offers a lounge, nightclub, and rooftop poolside escape. Upon entering guests can be immersed in a unique setting from the busy streets and sounds to a calm and neutral environment. As they enjoy creative and delicious cocktails. Talent welcomes local house and techno DJs throughout all boroughs. Including other realms of music like Jazz.
Paradise Club
Address: 20 Times Square, 701 7th Ave, New York, NY 10036
A nightclub, lounge, and private party room loaded with local talent and performances at the Paradise Club. Local House Music and Techno DJs often play at the nightclub for an intimate setting. It's the perfect spot for a launch party and where guests can interact with musical artists and performers.YES, there are dancers from the ceiling and the crowd. The Paradise Club creates an imaginative and upscale atmosphere. Although guests must follow the “Dress to Impress’ code. Guests can flaunt the highest sense of self by maximizing accessories and expression. Showcase everlasting divinity through self-expression.
Nebula
Address: 135 W 41st St, New York, NY 10036
Is the new premiere destination for someone looking to escape from the busy lifestyle to a unique style of nightclubbing. Guests are transported into a new world with bright lights, music, technology, and energy. The founders of NEBULA had a grand vision for their creation. They wanted it to be more than just a place to drink and dance; they wanted it to be a place where people from all walks of life could come together to celebrate their differences and find more common ground. NEBULA is one of the most popular nightclubs in New York City. It is known for its great sound, crazy moving video panels, unmatched VIP services, and the most beautiful music lovers. Located directly in the heart of Times Square, Nebula boasts a state-of-the-art sound system, transformative visual technology, and world-class hospitality, Nebula consistently hosts an array of performers spanning the spectrum of electronic music, from underground trailblazers to stadium-filling superstars including Eric Prydz, ARTBAT, Seth Troxler and more.
Retroclub NYC
Address: 9 E 45th St, New York, NY 10017
Get transported back into the early clubbing nights at Retroclub NYC. The retro setting and the best of 70s, 80s, and 90s plus Classic and Freestyle bump through the speakers as guests dance throughout the night. The concept was born from a desire and need to bring back the past. The dream turned into a reality and it is now one of the hottest nightspot lounges in the city. Guests can enjoy the fantastic selection of throw-back cocktails plus their signature specialty concussions.
Public Records NYC
Address: 233 Butler St, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Public Records NYC is the new multi-faceted, ever-evolving hospitality and music space built within the historic ASPCA headquarters building. Throughout its opening, they curated programming of a variety of live acts, DJs, and producers into the intimate space. The venue includes a live room known as The Sound Room, a bar + restaurant, a cafe + record shop, and an outdoor garden. It is entirely vegan, has minimal waste, and champions diverse trans-genre programming across various art practices. The Sound Room features an entirely custom-built sound system from the collaboration of Devon Turnbull of OJAS and Jason Ojeda, a custom-built Isonoe rotary mixer (which also features in the bar), and lighting designed and built by Brooklyn-based Nitemind.
SILO
Address: 90 Scott Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237, USA
Official opening weekend, beginning on February 10 is the immersive dance music club, SILO. Anew 500-cap multi-genre music and event space built in a converted hangar in East Williamsburg, the hub of Brooklyn’s new nightlife scene. It first began as an underground party. Over the years Secret Loft grew from a fun idea into a full-blown series with a huge following to inspire into a reality. Founders and close friends Alex Neuhausen and Lilly Wolfson created SILO after a few years of careful planning, fundraising, and pure passion. SILO looks forward to hosting a wide range of DJs and producers from realms of dance music. Spreading and growing the community even more. Finally, SILO is welcome to any and all who find themselves seeking such a space. This is a gender-neutral space, enforcing no gender norms or power structures and tolerating no forms of hate or bias.
Electric Zoo Festival is New York City’s home to the sample dance music event. Year after year, the festival draws in a bigger crowd with new surprises and renditions. Thousands of attendees gather in Randall’s Island Park annually, making it the ultimate “last dance” of the summer that sends the season out with a bang all Labor Day weekend long.
With a new 3.0 theme for the 13th edition by transforming New York’s Randall’s Island Park into a tech-driven, electronic dance music paradise. This year’s edition offers all new dimensions of sight and sound with stage designs, interactive installations, and the most diverse lineup in EZOO history. The 2022 lineup features Porter Robinson, Canvas, Redrum, Pretty Pink, Black Carl!, Cheat Codes, VNSSA, Netsky, John Summit, AC Slater, G Jones B2B Eprom, and much more. Plus, the showcase stages are curated by fan-favorite artists like CloZee, Carl Cox, famous party brand Brownies and Lemonade, and more. WHILE THERE ARE A THOUSAND+ REASONS WHY YOU SHOULDN’T MISS EZOO, HERE ARE 11 THINGS NOT TO MISS AT ELECTRIC ZOO 3.0!
All New Stage Designs
This year EZoo will have utterly new stage designs fused with AI technology. Surrounded by lush greenery, prepare for EZoo's first fully-immersive experience. What used to be called Hilltop Arena will be replaced by The Landing. Positioned uniquely on the festival map for the perfect position for no sound bleeding for festival attendees. As Ezoo retires 'The Grove,' they welcome to the 3.0 family Morphosis, the stage where house music evolves.
This year’s Electric Zoo will be the biggest and best, thanks to the innovative new 3.0 theme. Combining the festival with the technology revolution dominated Web 3.0 and more innovative technology. Think of it as a system update across the board, addressing issues like sound bleed, adding additional VIP areas, refreshed site map configuration, more free accessible water stations, all new stage designs, and more.
Carl Cox Returns
After eleven years, global techno pioneer Carl Cox will triumphantly return to the Electric Zoo. He will perform a rare US festival set while showcasing highly sought-after live acts at his Carl Cox Invites stage. Sunday, September 4, Loco Dice, DJ Holographic, and more will take over The Landing.
Brownies & Lemonade Stage Takeover
The notorious LA party brand is known for bringing the craziest vibes and unearthing genre-bending of dance music. On Friday, September 2, a taste of the west coast to the east coast will be their fourth Electric Zoo appearance by taking over Morphosis.
Genre-bending roster of emerging stars
Electric Zoo 3.0 has no shortage of rising, from the emotive sounds of Pauline Herr, the thunderous beats of A Hundred Drums, to the bass-friendly, euphoric and dark melodies by Redrum and effervescent electronic pop productions of Moore Kismet.
Tchami will return to Electric Zoo while also curating his very own stage in the name of his imprint, Confession. The stage will feature some of house music’s most profound heavy hitters, like Malaa, Matroda, Capozzi, Wax Motif, and more. They will all be taking over The Landing on Friday, September 2.
Local New York Artists Take The Stage
Electric Zoo is New York City’s best and most prominent electronic music festival, and it wouldn't be a proper party without performances by native New York artists. Be sure to catch artists like Charles Meyer, Truth x Lies, and RNÉ representing their home city.
Innovative Installations
EZoo pushes boundaries on creating the best festival experience, especially with its interactive installations. Whether headbanging at the main stage or drifting around the grounds with your friends, the installations are the perfect meet-up spots and photo shoots for social media.
Extravagant, Outlandish EZoo Fashion
Ezoo attendees know how to dress to impress. Each year festival fashion evolves and changes. The diverse lineup will follow diverse festival outfits. Ranging from bass-heads, techno aliens, house music lovers, and EDM Kandi. There are so many different styles of fashion matching the multi-genre lineup.
Randall Island’s Golden Hour
It’s the best part of the entire festival. Add the view of the city skyline along the surrounding water with the golden sun shining down, it's a famous sight to see. Catch exquisite Sunset Sets from Diplo on Friday, September 2, DJ Snake on Saturday, September 3, and Subtronics on Sunday, September 4.
Just halfway through the incredible summer season with massive festivals worldwide, and today, Insomniac Events surprised the community with a mind-blowing full lineup drop of EDC Orlando. Set to perform at the three-day affair this November 11-13, 2022. Once again, EDC will take over Orlando’s Tinker Field. The colorful celebration with sunshine and positive energy will host plenty of elite performers and up-and-coming acts. The festival will include the highly anticipated sunset performances with Kaskade Redux, Dom Dolla, Above & Beyond, and more. EDC Orlando will also champion talented producers, including 999999999 (Hybrid Live/DJ Set), Green Velvet Presents La La Land, John Summit, Vintage Culture, Pauline Herr, Charlotte de Witte, plus over one hundred other artists. First debuted at EDC Las Vegas earlier this year, the kineticBLOOM will be on full display in Orlando, celebrating the growth of personal connections and the seed of a unique flower known over the last 26 years as the Electric Daisy.
Electric Daisy Carnival and Orlando have always brought a wide variety to every lineup each year, raising the bar in creativity and lineup curating. Each year, Insomniac sets high standards and never slows down to engage in creating new experiences. Festival goers always return every year because it delivers a different experience. More festival activities, unique drinks specials, immersive actors and performers, and iconic DJ sets. EDC grows each year, inviting more talented artists and attracting more attendees. Throughout its eleven years, EDC Orlando has evolved into a major festival in the United States. It's a celebration of all the successful years the festival created with all the loving fans. Here are some exciting and fun facts about EDC Orlando.
EDC is a cashless event
It can be annoying not being able to use cash at EDC. There is an option for cash to be exchanged onsite for a prepaid card with the merchants. But who wants to do that? However, we are living in a new age where everyone is using a phone, and everything is digital. EDC accepts Credit, debit, Samsung Pay, Apple Pay, and Android Pay. Paying cashless does make lines go a little faster when buying merch, food, or beverages. Unless the systems go down.
Five Stages
Many of Insomniac’s signature brands will champion EDC Orlando’s four iconic stages, including Dreamstate, Bassrush, Insomniac Records, and Factory 93. Plus, the main stage, known as kineticFIELD, adopts the same construction as Vegas. From ethereal trance music and heavy-hitting bass to the dance floor sounds of house and techno. Insomniac’s curated music lineups continue strengthening the behemoth's reach to electronic dance fans across all genres. The Ryno Bus Art Car will also host the best local talent from the region, including a day dedicated to Florida breaks.
Huge Crowd
Last year’s high-energy festival brought a sold-out crowd of 300,000 Headliners together for three days of blooming beats inspired by the nature of the kineticZEN festival theme. Since its first edition in 2011, Insomniac’s EDC Orlando festival has continued to grow in size, now totaling more than 40 acres of the insane festival experience. Now spanning five music stages, attendance nearly tripled in just the last three years. This year will draw an even more significant number of people with the rise of festival action and success rates.
The Vibe
Downtown Orlando’s lively hub of entertainment and nightlife will also transform into EDC Orlando’s official pre-party and afterparty destination. Throughout recent years, it has hosted various events across multiple nights. Full performance and venue details will be announced soon.
Tickets are on sale for EDC Orlando, with three-day GA passes starting at $199.99 and VIP passes starting at $399.99. Please visit the link purchase; while they are still at Tier 1, prices will increase and sell out.
After a three-year hiatus with help from dance music and live events powerhouses Insomniac and Club Glow, Moonrise Festival will return. On Saturday, August 6, and Sunday, August 7, the grounds of the Pimlico Race Course will change into a different universe of space, alternate creatures, and immersive art decorations.
While over five hundred thousand people will be attending Electric Daisy Carnival. The rest of everyone will dread the worst feeling, FOMO. Fear no more, because EDC is available to Livestream. Four channels will stream across multiple platforms including YouTube, TikTok, Lomotif, and Roblox. The kineticFIELD, cosmicMEADOW, and circuitGROUNDS stages will transport viewers into the heart of EDC’s 26th year Under The Electric Sky.
Fans at home can view unforgettable live sets in the comfort of their own home. It’s also fun to throw a Livestream EDC party with friends. A curated channel that will give viewers exclusive behind-the-scenes access all weekend long. Fans can tune in toInsomniac TVin partnership with Lomotif. The madness will begin this Friday, May 20 at 5:00 p.m. PT for full details. EDC Livestream is hosted by Taylor Kade and Emma Kapotes. Straight from backstage at EDC Las Vegas, fans can access exclusive interviews on the special Insomniac Radio broadcast.
Insomniac Radio is available for FREE or in the Insomniac app. The Insomniac Radio broadcast will air live beginning at 5:30 p.m. PT on Friday, May 20, and beginning at 4:30 p.m. PT on Saturday, May 21, and Sunday, May 22. The broadcasts will air live until 5:30 a.m. each day with replays to follow directly after.
The aquatic fairytale continues with Imagine Music Festival at its brand new location in Kingston Down, GA, from September 15-18. Following their February Instagram Reel that showcased a snippet of the venue, Imagine is now ready to invite fans from all over to experience Kingston Downs with a brand new, never before seen teaser video of the location. This organic wonderland, familiar to many, features the safety and security of paved roads throughout and land resilient to inclement weather. The unique site encompasses all the beauty of nature with sprawling grass fields and pastures, rolling hills, untouched woodlands, nature trails, and many other highly unique outdoor experiences. In addition, Imaginers will experience four nights of camping, over 100 artists, and more than five stages.
“The site is a true gem. Nestled in secluded woodlands, guests will be transported to what feels like another world, where they can relax in nature and be moved by the music.” Says founder Madeleine Goodhand. “There is no other site quite like this one, making Imagine Festival a truly unique festival experience.” Combine the new site with the incredible lineup and world-class stages; it’s one of the season's must-see events.”
Kingston Downs is a family-owned and operated 5,000+ acre property situated on the Etowah River, conveniently located a few miles outside of Rome, GA, and 45 minutes north of metro Atlanta. The secluded retreat showcases undisturbed woodlands, open fields, nature trails, and riverfront access, making it the ideal new home for Imagine Music Festival. The location will welcome electronic headlining acts such as Excision, GRiZ, Kaskade, Air2Earth (sunset set), Ganja White Night, Gorgon City, Madeon (LIVE), Liquid Stranger, San Holo, Subtronics, and so many more.
What’s new for 2022? All 3-day festival passes now include GA tent-only camping access and Early Thursday Arrival giving you four days and four nights of GA camping for $249.00 plus fees or just $40 down with three payment installments. In addition, VIP passes include special perks such as express entry, main stage VIP club, Mermaid Lounge, VIP pool access, exclusive viewing areas, Plus VIP bars and lounges. And private air-conditioned VIP trailer restrooms start at $479 for a 3-day pass plus fees or $60 down with three easy payment installments. Another VIP package includes an open bar for the entire weekend for $999.00 plus fees or $100 down with three easy payment installments. In addition, every vehicle requires a car camping or day parking pass. Prices will be increasing after May 13.
The leading mecca dance haven, The Brooklyn Mirage has revealed its summer season plus a redesigned makeover. Welcoming a vast variety of top-tier artists and party brand takeovers, the debut weekend will premiere today, Thursday, May 5. Kicking off its opening weekend with Alesso, The Cityfox Experience: Regenerate, and the 25th-anniversary celebration of Body & Soul. The open-air musical sanctuary will re-emerge at full force with unrivaled talent.
The reimagined and completely redone Brooklyn Mirage is stocked with a one-of-a-kind 200-foot wide video wall by a 100-foot custom-built stage roof. Attendees will be amazed by new various mezzanine and balcony levels. The new design features one of the world's largest outdoor video walls at 200 feet in length and 30 feet high. It’s displayed over 1000 LED panels at 15K ultra-wide resolution, the roughly 30 million pixels will allow for film grade visual effects. A new custom-built media server and processing technology, that will redefine show visuals. A real-time generated experience set in hyperrealistic environments, a first at this scale.
Led by the owner, and chief creative officer of Avant Gardner, Billy Bildstein. Their latest reconstruction boasts its most intricate and impressive design yet. A collaboration between Bildstein and new multi-media studio Conveyor.
“The Mirage was meant to adapt and change, to appear and to disappear. Every new generation of the Mirage innovates with custom methods of building modular structures, as well as with non-traditional use of multi-media and entertainment technology available. This year we’re introducing the third generation of our Mirage concept and while it will bring a lot of improvements and upgrades, and will set new standards on many levels, we found a way to keep the soul of the last generations alive.”
To honor the brand new summer season, The Brooklyn Mirage will offer newly-updated and professionally curated food and beverage menus. The Fox Box food offerings will include vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options at both the Fox Hole and City Parlor. Attendees can choose from a variety of sandwiches at Fox Hole. New additions will include the Wild Card, a new stand featuring a rotating menu. It will begin with Mister Melt offering uniquely-crafted grilled cheese sandwiches. A new food truck will be on the premiums, El Zorro which will provide Mexican-inspired cuisine and vegan options. Also launching, Smooth Operator features a variety of smoothies, açaí bowls, fresh press juices, and matcha. That will keep the body pumping with energy till dawn.
A new year, a new summer, a brand new redesigned dance haven. The Brooklyn Mirage has always kept a high standard on sound and production. Each year people return plus new attendees to get the ultimate club experience offering an event festival vision. In addition to a wholly immersive music experience, upgraded hospitality. Another reason why it continues to remain at the forefront of New York City’s nightlife and entertainment.
New York’s renowned Electric Zoo is this year’s most evolved festival yet, as they recently announced the new 3.0. The theme shows the festival joining the technology revolution dominated by Web 3.0 and innovative tech. The electronic music festival will be on Labor Day weekend, September 2-4, at Randall’s Island Park. Tickets go on sale this week. Register for pre-sale access.
The taste and trends of dance music are changing, and EZOO was determined to create their lineup to satisfy their community. Through feedback and choices in the EZOO Artist List surveys, fans asked for more house and techno, and Martin Garrixwas the number one requested artist. Did your favorite artist make it on the 2022 lineup? Many top elite names on the lineup include John Summit, Diplo, and Carl Cox. However, if you look closer, there are talented artists that fans are unaware of. Instead of being packed in the crowd at a busy stage, head over to these unexpected artists.
REDRUM
She just completed her sold-out tour with Liquid Stranger. Her style of dark wub bass has been reaching a wide range of audiences. Follow the witch closely laced with tranquil vocals, hypnotic melodies, and dreamy soundscapes. I met her at the Forbidden Kingdom Festival last year, and she has an incredible personality matching her exuberant action-packed sets.
MELI RODRIGUEZ
She is a 24-year-old producer and DJ plus a label owner from San Jose, Costa Rica. She is known for performing extremely energetic sets; she will make you dance and sweat with her techno and tech-house beats all night. She is a force to be reconded with; keep an eye on her.
EDEN PRINCE
A producer and DJ from the UK. Bringing his unique brand of energy-infused house music to EZOO. His style features giddy rhythms buttered with soulful chord progressions that glide across a wide emotional spectrum. Classic house feelings filtered through a contemporary lens.
RNÉ
A local New York house DJ. Known to mix easygoing disco vibes with deep baselines. She has performed at Schimanski, Elsewhere, Downtime, Drom, and SoHo Rooftop parties. She takes listeners on a progressive journey that keeps them on their feet.
ABRAXIS
A conceptual psytrance project formed by melodic bass powerhouse Seven Lions (Jeff Montalvo) and Washington-based psytrance duo Dimibo (Filip Pankovcin & Loch Stimpson). While their sound is firmly rooted in psytrance, the three producers incorporate various production techniques and musical genres, giving their music a unique hybrid feel.
Festival season is officially in full swing! Some of the biggest festivals in the country are still happening and releasing their biggest lineups in history. In Las Vegas, the beloved Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) returns this summer. All music lovers will rejoice in “Under The Electric Sky” at the Motor Speedway from May 20-22. A colorful and vibrant community of more than 500,000 attendees will join together for three nights from dusk to dawn to bring the unparalleled world of EDC to life.
"Bringing together all the different genres and communities from within the dance music scene is what makes EDC so special. The music that we curate for these three days at the Speedway represents the sounds of every Insomniac event that happens throughout the year. The experience we create will always be inspired by our underground roots and in celebration of dance music culture that we all love so much. All are welcome at EDC Las Vegas."
Pasquale Rotella, Founder, and CEO of Insomniac
The lineup announcement has been announced, and since there are too many to name and it's almost impossible to see all the names. Let’s highlight the top artists to see at EDC Vegas. The focused artists will range from all types of dance music celebrating all sounds within the community. Seeing some artists live at EDC Vegas is a completely different vibe. Here's the list of artists you should include in your personal artist schedule.
Audiofreq, Code Black & Toneshifterz Presents: 3 Blokes
Three Hardstyle legends coming together once again. Combining these forces will be iconic with their powerful sound. The energy will be even louder and more vibrant with this power trio. The Hardstyle community will be blown away during this performance.
Ben Böhmer (Live)
German composer, producer, and DJ is an exquisite deep house artist that transcends his music into a unique form. He’s the label owner of Ton Töpferei and his iconic Cercle performance. He’s known for his live sets out of this world; his act of mixing and playing live instruments is sensational.
Deborah de Luca
Hailing from Italy, the Techno princess will grace the decks. Her techno sound is raw and powerful. She has released many singles in recent months and is ready to present them all in May. It will be her debut performance which will be exciting for both fans and herself. All techno artists go all out at EDC Vegas, is the energy in the air or the crowd? We may never know.
Pretty Pink
She has been featured in Group Therapy 450. This uprising Nu-Disco and deep house artist is making a name for herself. Hailing from Germany, she has performed at multiple nightclubs and European festivals. Her sound is reaching the states is making her debut performance at the iconic festival.
Sam Divine
Defected Records owner and house Queen is back and sharing the love and joy with her fellow house heads. For over 20 years, the label has showcased the best of house music, celebrating love and dance throughout the years. It's the first time since the label owner has been to the states in two years. This is an exciting time for her as she makes her triumphant return.
Vintage Culture b2b James Hype
Two Tech House power players are teaming up for the ultimate back-to-back performance. Both artists are making huge strides with their fast uprising and breaking through into the scene globally. Their Tech House sounds have been taken to the scene by storm with massive releases. Also, including their smash collaboration, 'You Give Me A Feeling'.
Lady Faith
Hardstyle Queen is set to make her anticipated return. With a slew of powerful and catchy singles, she is ready to take over Vegas. Her raw and hardcore sounds bring life to and energy to the decks. Her shows sell, and the crowd at her stages is completely packed with her loyal fans. She has recently released her newest single, ‘Overdose,’ and has been a huge chart climber.
Three-day GA+ and VIP tickets for the 18+ event are available for purchase. GA+ tickets are currently available for $559, and VIP tickets are available for $779. Please don’t get scared of these prices; payment plans are available online.
