Anyone headed to Ultra Music Festival this year should know about High Contrast, who just released his fourth album The Agony and the Ecstasy. Full disclosure, I’ve been waiting for this album to come out for over a year (check out our interview with him while he was in-studio recording). Really ever since I got into electronic dance music, High Contra… Click to read more

This summer, we’re determined to bring you party animals the best of the best dance parties. We kicked off in grand fashion at Governor’s Ball but we plan on going out with the biggest bang of all: Electric Zoo on Randall’s Island. Brought to you by our friends at Made Event, Electric Zoo will shock and awe this Labor Day Weekend for the third year in a row. Get your tickets here. I’ve been the previous two years and can say with utmost confidence that Randall’s Island turns into the biggest outdoor club you could ever imagine. The picture below doesn’t come close to doing this party justice. Read the details after the jump!

2010 was coming out party for artists like Sleigh Bells, Hesta Prynn, and Owen Pallett. Meanwhile, other artists who were on a slew of Watch Lists for 2010 didn’t make a peep. Ah, the beauty of making predictions – so hit or miss. So, which recording artists appear to be on the path to superstardom in 2011 in COED’s crystal ball? See our picks after the jump!

Looking for something more exciting than a keg of Pabst Blue Ribbon or spending $150 at a bar where all the well drinks are obviously watered down? From New York to California, major artists are lining up special appearances at iconic venues to help everyone ring in 2011 with a bang, sure to leave everyone bleary eyed and tired when the tunes and booze finally stop flowing in the early a.m. hours. Check out some of these explosive shows if you’re in the area, especially if you’re somehow able to score tickets.

It’s baaaaaaaaack! In collaboration with world renowned DJ’s such as Tiesto, DJ Qbert, Deadmau5, and David Guetta. DJ Hero 2 is here, and we’re happy to report it’s better than ever. This time with more than 100 songs mixed into 80 fresh tracks for your listening, cross-fading, and scratchin’ pleasure. Reeeeguuulaaatoooors… Mount up!