Maria Marcano

New York

Music Journalist at Freelance

Freelance Content Writer and Editor at The Nocturnal Times

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Articles

Are Tomorrowland & Insomniac partnering?

1 month ago | exronmusic.com | Maria Marcano

Tomorrowland and Insomniac Events, aka the two most affluent electronic dance music festival brands in the world, have shocked and left everyone at a loss for words with their recent cryptic social media posts. Known for organizing some of the largest events in the genre, Insomniac’s portfolio includes popular festivals such as Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), Beyond Wonderland, Hard Summer, and Electric Forest among many others.
Eden Roc Miami Beach: The heart of Miami Music Week

1 month ago | exronmusic.com | Maria Marcano

Miami Music Week is the best time of year, a time when thousands flock to Miami to celebrate the tropical city’s vibrant electronic dance music scene. For those seeking the ultimate combination of luxury, location, and immersion in all the MMW action, Eden Roc Miami Beach stands out as the perfect destination.
GRiZ announces return and teases upcoming new festival

1 month ago | exronmusic.com | Maria Marcano

GRiZ fans are ecstatic with today’s news about the musician’s grand comeback later this year following a long hiatus from music and touring. The news came today via a quirky video posted to the artist’s Instagram, marking the end of an indefinite break he announced in October 2023. In the video, GRiZ, known for his positive energy and electrifying fusion of electronic, funk, and soul, is seen steering a tractor across a wide, open farmland.
Sven Väth welcomes third child with partner Silvia Astore

1 month ago | exronmusic.com | Maria Marcano

Sven Väth, the legendary German DJ and techno pioneer, has welcomed his third child, a son named Lex Casper, with his partner Silvia Astore. At the age of 60, Väth is embracing fatherhood once again, marking a new and joyful chapter in his personal life. Throughout his impressive music career, Väth has managed to maintain a relatively private personal life. He was previously married to Nina Peter, a Viennese leather fashion accessories designer, from 2008 to 2013. Together, they have a son.
Restricted & Anderex Unveil Hard-Hitting Techno Collaboration “WTF?” via Verknipt Records

1 month ago | thenocturnaltimes.com | Maria Marcano

Australian-born techno mainstay Restricted is back with another explosive release that’s already making waves on the global dance music scene. In collaboration with renowned rawstyle producer Anderex, the duo unleashes “WTF?,” a track that blends raw, hardstyle synths with hard-hitting techno energy.
What is Skrillex's net worth?

1 month ago | exronmusic.com | Maria Marcano

As one of the most influential names in electronic dance music, Skrillex has made a lasting impact on the music world with his signature dubstep soundscapes and exemplary production techniques. As of 2025, Skrillex’s net worth is estimated to be around $70 million according to Celebrity Net Worth. This amount reflects his longstanding success in the music industry since his initial come-up in 2010. A portion of this $70 million total amounts to just touring and licensing.
Flux Pavilion and Doctor P reveal first collab album is underway

2 months ago | exronmusic.com | Ashley Palya |Maria Marcano

Dubstep fans, it’s time to get hyped. Flux Pavilion and Doctor P are finally giving us what we’ve been waiting for. After years of shaping the genre and delivering some of the most iconic tracks in EDM, these two legends are coming together for their first full-length studio album. If you’ve been around since the early days of dubstep, you already know the impact these two have had.
Ultimate guide to a flawless Ultra Miami 2025 experience

2 months ago | exronmusic.com | Maria Marcano

It’s that time of year when everyone passionate about dance music ventures to the beautiful, tropical city of Miami for Ultra Music Festival, one of the largest electronic dance music events in the world. With thousands of people traveling to Miami just to partake in the allure of this festival, the experience can be overwhelming for some, especially for first-timers. But with the right preparation, anyone has the potential to make the most of the incredible experience that is Ultra Miami.
3LAU faces backlash from deadmau5 and other DJs

2 months ago | exronmusic.com | Maria Marcano

DJ, producer, and Crypto king 3LAU has found himself at the center of controversy after performing at President Donald Trump’s Inaugural Ball in Washington, D.C. The backlash from the electronic music community has been intense, particularly from well-known DJ and producer deadmau5. 3LAU turned to Instagram to post about his performance at the President’s Starlight Ball, including a caption that expresses his excitement at the unexpected opportunity.
Above & Beyond celebrate a decade of 'We're All We Need'

Jan 23, 2025 | exronmusic.com | Maria Marcano

This year marks the 10th anniversary of ‘We’re All We Need,’ the transformative third studio album by legendary electronic trio Above & Beyond. Released in 2015, the album took the dance music world by storm, elevating the trio’s already flourishing reputation and solidifying their place as pioneers in the progressive trance and house genres. A decade later, ‘We’re All We Need’ still resonates deeply with fans across the globe.