A very tall Norwegian guy approaches me, introduces himself as “Tom” and starts telling me how much he’s been enjoying “chilling” in New York City. We’re at Panorama Festival on Randall’s Island and I’m interviewing Norwegian DJ and producer Tom Stræte Lagergren, better known as Matoma. This fresh-faced European ... More

In the summer of 2012, indie electro-pop duo Capital Cities released a catchy track called “Safe and Sound," and subsequently saw the song hit #1 on the US Alternative Songs chart. Soon after, the duo signed to Capitol Records and put out their debut album In a Tidal Wave of ... More

Brooklyn-based band Secret Weapons is about to release their debut album, The Setting Sun Comes Crashing Down On Me, and although the band has offered fans some epic live shows this summer at the likes of Firefly Music Festival in Delaware and Webster Hall in New ... More

The New York-based duo SOFI TUKKER is being celebrated across the festival circuit and beyond with their eclectic sound and distinct musical style. From Panorama Festival to Lollapalooza, SOFI TUKKER has proved they don't plan to stop for anything--that is except for a quick trip to the hospital ... More

When Vance Joy steps on stage at Panorama Festival in New York City, he’s beaming from one ear to the other. His smile grows even wider across his face as he starts in on his catchy love song “Mess is Mine” and the entire audience coos. Needless to say, the ... More

With roots in street performance, Andy Grammer is a sure-fire crowd pleaser. He began performing with his acoustic guitar in his native city of Los Angeles to one or two people, yet back then he would brace himself for just a five-dollar bill. “In the beginning I was ... More

It doesn’t matter if a festival has been around for 26 years (Lollapalooza) or two (Panorama): all festivals have their pros and cons. There will be a moment when you’re craving a delicious craft brew but are disheartened by the seemingly endless queue. Alternatively, there may also ... More

With more and more music festivals incorporating philanthropy into their programming, the power of the platform to spread positive vibes is growing every year. From Firefly fundraising for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to Coachella implementing sustainability initiatives like an "energy playground" and a recycling store, festivals are rocking out while ... More

Bella Thorne is draped over a couch at the DuJour offices. She’s all legs and decked out in what can only be described as a sartorial tribute to electronic dance music. I catch myself several times ogling her quirky fishnet stockings embellished with sequins and glitter. ... More