Highlights in dance music this week include the early announcement of the Coachella 2026 lineup, featuring numerous electronic artists. Additionally, SG Lewis, Chris Lorenzo, and teams from Beatport, CAA, and Red Light will participate in the annual charity soccer tournament Copa del Rave in L.A. on October 9, which will also showcase performances by Bolo, Juos, Karaba, Life on Planets, Thee Mike B, Soraya, and a halftime show by Kah-Lo.
Madonna revealed that her upcoming album will focus on dance music and is set to be released by Warner Records in 2026. Illenium announced a new album titled Odyssey, alongside a Sphere residency in March 2026. Meanwhile, Massive Attack stated they would withdraw their music from Spotify due to reported investments by CEO Daniel Ek in Helsing, a defense company providing AI software for military purposes.
We had discussions with John Summit and leaders from his Experts Only label about its origins and how it operates like a major label while retaining its indie identity. UKG artist Sammy Virji shared insights about his new album Same Day Cleaning, and Portola founder Danny Bell discussed his unique approach to curating the festival lineup.
That’s a lot of speaking! Now it’s time for some music. Here are the best new dance tracks of the week.
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Nora En Pure, “Teahupoo”
If you feel overwhelmed by the state of the world this week, let Nora En Pure’s latest track serve as a soothing balm for your mind and soul. Known for her rich and beautifully crafted productions that evoke fresh water and clean air, her latest release “Teahupoo” is a deep house track featuring piano elements that continues this tradition.
“Teahupoo” is available on Enormous Tunes. Listen to it here.
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The Chainsmokers, “Smooth”
The Chainsmokers return with a rustic vibe in their new single “Smooth,” where the visuals align with the song’s gentle guitar strumming in its opening moments. As expected from The Chainsmokers, the track evolves into an upbeat dance-pop anthem that captures the brightness of early fall mixed with a hint of melancholy.
“Smooth” is available on Secondhand Happiness/Disruptor Records/Columbia Records. Listen to it here.
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HI-LO, “Reese”
Oliver Heldens, under his club-focused HI-LO alias, pays tribute to the iconic reese bassline created by techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson in the early ’80s. The track is dense and powerful, making it an excellent fit for Adam Beyer’s esteemed Drumcode label. “Reese” will be part of a larger project set to be released by Drumcode next week.
Listen to the track here.
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Zoey808, Whoiszoey?
The identity of Zoey808 remains a mystery; however, her new album is named after this intriguing question. The masked producer has gained significant attention across platforms and made her live debut at Electric Forest this past summer. Regardless of her true identity, she is establishing herself within the bass music scene with her stylish and impactful productions.
Whoiszoey? is available on Zoey Worldwide. Listen to it here.
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