UPDATED FOR PHASE 3: Cross-reference Ultra’s dual lineups with our artist table
Those that haven't decided which weekend to attend Ultra Music Festival may find it inconvenient wading through the lineup in picture format to find their most complimentary weekends. Thus, we compiled a searchable table that is alphabetical by performer and illustrates each artist's respective weekends.
Defected In The House leaves residency at Pacha Ibiza
Defected Records announced earlier today that it will no longer be hosting "Defected In The House" nights at the famed Pacha in Ibiza. In a statement from label founder Simon Dunmore, he explains that the "current House music renaissance meant 2012 was [their] most successful summer" in the seven-year residency at the club, but "continuing a tried and trusted formula would have been the easiest option but...our achievements last summer give us a great platform to look at the new opportunities available to us."
Crazy P – Heartbreaker (Original + Remixes)
We don't talk about too much live dance musicians, but Crazy P is definitely a group not to be forgotten. The five member ensemble first banded together almost twenty years ago and in some shape or form have been creating house-disco records for the modern age ever since. The lastest effort, out this week on 2020Vision Recordings, is quite honestly one of my favorites of the year.
Jovanotti – Tensione Evolutiva (Riva Starr Dub Mix)
One of our favorite tech house maestros is back on the remix front to take on Jovanotti's "Tensione Evolutiva." The track has all the features of a classic Riva Starr cut -- embodying the techy bounce and distant melody that is the perfect median between tech and progressive.
Good Morning Mix – Butch Essential Mix (3/3/2012)
Whether you're on the fence or have already purchased tickets to this weekend's Black and White Festival, allow this Good Morning Mix to educate you on one of the supporting acts of the festival, and one of electronic music's best underground producers. Butch's two-hour Essential Mix showcases everything from grooving house to soulful techno.