House, techno and electronic music news, releases and events from across Asia.
Industry analysts MIDiA Research and production platform Splice have identified Afro House as the “Sound of 2026.” The designation reflects growing global demand for rhythm-driven house music rooted in African percussion and club-oriented groove structures.
Marco Carola's globally renowned Music On brand makes its highly anticipated Malta debut on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre (MFCC) in Attard. The 12-hour marathon event features a meticulously curated lineup of house and techno talent. This marks a significant expansion for the brand beyond its Ibiza stronghold and establishes Malta as a serious contender in the Mediterranean electronic music calendar.
Purple Disco Machine released a 3LP compilation on March 6, 2026, as part of Defected's House Masters series. This is a big moment for the German producer. The album shows his whole sound in one package from classic remixes like his version of Fatboy Slim's "Praise You" to brand new tracks. If you're a DJ building your collection or just want to understand what makes great house music, this album is required listening.
Tomorrowland finally comes to Asia with its Thailand debut, December 11-13, 2026 at Wisdom Valley, Pattaya. While the festival is known globally for its massive EDM headliners, House Music fans have plenty to get excited about. With dedicated stages like CORE (designed specifically for house and techno) and Freedom (featuring underground heavyweights) , plus a five-year commitment through 2030, this marks a historic moment for House Music in Asia.
As the clown-face logo prepares for its 27th season at DC-10, we trace how a Monday morning after-party became one of the most powerful names in house and techno. From Ibiza to the Pyramids of Giza, here's everything you need to know about Circoloco heading into 2026.
Kristin Velvet returns to Mother Recordings with a new remix of “Feel Blessed,” bringing her signature drum-driven house approach to the label’s catalog. The release reinforces the imprint’s ongoing focus on DJ-ready club tools.
As Ibiza prepares for its opening season, several house-focused residencies are already shaping the island’s programming. For DJs and industry observers, the residency structure remains one of the most influential systems defining global house exposure.
David Guetta and Hypaton have released “Walked Away”. The single is available now as a two track package on Apple Music, with an official visualizer on YouTube.
As Ultra Music Festival gears up for its 26th edition at Miami’s Bayfront Park from March 27-29, 2026, the brand’s revered underground concept, RESISTANCE, has revealed a, powerhouse lineup designed to push the boundaries of house and techno. With a decade of global influence behind it, RESISTANCE 2026 promises an immersive, high-tech experience centered around rare back-to-back pairings and exclusive debuts.
With the next Bandcamp Friday scheduled for March 6, house labels have a narrow window to optimise releases, catalogue positioning, and visibility.
A rare release that is explicitly built for gradual, DJ-friendly tension, with both a full version and a radio edit officially available
The most popular group in house music is coming to Asia and Australia. Keinemusik will bring KLOUD to Hong Kong and Melbourne this April. We also have the details for their huge return to Pacha Ibiza in May.