Cocoon recordings reach 100th release

Cocoon records have reached their centennial release with a compilation titled “Cocoon 100”.

With their 100th release set to be out in September, Cocoon records was founded in 2000 by German producer Sven Vath, with their headquarters based in Frankfurt, and since has become a platform for young artists looking to make an impact on the electronic music scene.

Initially starting as a label intent on releasing compilations largely revolving around the “Techno” style of dance music, the label has since had notable artists such as Boys Noize, Minilogue and Cassy, raising their significance as a platform providing a supporting tool for young artists.

The compilation features unreleased tracks from Loco Dice, Lawrence and Dana Ruh, as well as a two disc CD to feature  Legowelt, Gregor Tresher, Petar Dundoy and more.

With Cocoon staying true to their hearts year after year releasing techno tracks to resolute Techno fans, the record label doesn’t seem like stopping any time soon.

Calvin Harris pips Tiesto for Forbes highest paid DJ

Forbes has released their list of the highest paid DJ’s in Electronic Dance Music. Last year Tiesto topped the list, however in spite of the Dutchman earning more than his yearly earnings last year with a staggering $32 million, Scot Calvin Harris pipped him to the top making $46 million.

The calculation is based on annual earning estimates including income from live shows, merchandise sales, endorsements, record sales, external businesses and TV appearances.

The 29 year old born in Dumfries, Scotland, not only our earned fellow producer Tiesto, but Kanye West, Jay Z and Katy Perry as well.

The top 12 raked in over a quarter of a Billion dollars collectively calculating $268 million over the past 12 months.

12. & 13. DJ Pauly D and Diplo (equal) – $13 million
11. Steve Aoki – $14 million
9. & 10. Skrillex and Kaskade (equal) – $16 million
8. Armin van Buuren – $17 million
7. Afrojack – $18 million
6. Avicii – $20 million
5. deadmau5 – $21 million
4. Swedish House Mafia – $25 million
3. David Guetta – $30 million
2. Tiësto – $32 million
1. Calvin Harris – $46 million