Dance Music News: Fred Again, Rezz, Jamie xx and More

Updated May 31, 2025

The dance music scene is buzzing with activity.Grimes recently canceled her scheduled performance at ‍D.C. World Pride, citing⁣ “family issues.” Meanwhile,Fred again.. has been announced as a headliner for the upcoming Fuji rock Festival in Japan. Rezz has also relocated her show to SummerStage in⁤ Central Park, due⁤ to delays at Brooklyn Mirage.

In other news, Jamie xx’s influential album, In Colour, just marked its 10-year ⁤anniversary. Alan Walker is developing an⁤ app designed to foster deeper connections between artists and fans, aiming to cut through online noise. Walker and his manager, Gunnar Greve, hope this project will ⁣shift the industry’s focus back to artists and fans, rather than large corporations.

This week also saw exclusive photos released from ⁤lightning in a Bottle 2025, featuring‍ performances by John Summit, Subtronics, and Shygirl. Anyma discussed his Sphere residency and new album, The End of Genesys. Bianca Oblivion ‍was⁣ named Billboard Dance Rookie of the Month for⁣ May 2025.

New Dance Tracks

Several new dance tracks have also been released ⁤this week,making waves in the industry.

Sammy Virji & Skepta, “Cops & Robbers”

Sammy Virji and ‍Skepta have collaborated on “Cops & Robbers,” blending garage and grime styles. The⁣ track features strings balanced with Skepta’s vocals. “Cops & Robbers” is available now via Astralwerks.

Interplanetary Criminal,“Slow Burner”

Interplanetary Criminal released “Slow Burner,” a UK garage track featuring vocals by Original Koffee. The song is described as a “love letter” with lyrics that express appreciation and joy.⁢ “Slow Burner” is out on Room Two Recordings.

Keinemusik, Boys Noize & Vinson, “Crazy For It”

Keinemusik and Boys Noize teamed up with Vinson for ‍”Crazy For It,” a track that evokes ⁢Kelis’ “Milkshake.” The song was created between Berlin‍ and Rick⁣ Rubin’s Shangri-La Studio in Malibu, california, and was a highlight of Keinemusik’s Coachella set. “Crazy For It” is available on Keinemusik.

Blond:ish, Moby &‍ Kiko Franco, “Natural Blues”

Blond:ish and Kiko Franco⁣ have reimagined Moby’s⁤ “Natural Blues” with an Afro house twist. ⁢Moby himself praised ⁢the⁢ update, calling it the “song of the⁣ summer.” “Natural Blues” is out on‍ Defected Records.

Aaron Hibell, “s.o.s.”

Aaron Hibell has released “s.o.s.,” the first single from his upcoming debut album. The track combines power rock vocals with a cinematic progressive sound.”s.o.s.” is available on Astralwerks.

What’s next

Expect more new music and festival announcements as the summer season heats up. Keep ‍an eye on these artists and others as they continue to shape ⁢the ‍landscape of dance music.