A new chapter in electronic music history is on the horizon. Behind the Beat: Road to the EDMAs, a feature-length documentary chronicling dance music’s biggest night, has officially been announced for release in early 2026.
Directed by Tommy DeNucci (Lennox Lewis – The Untold Story, Man in Red Bandana), the film promises a rare glimpse into the energy and mystery of the Electronic Dance Music Awards. Produced by Woodhaven Media, alongside Premier USA and the EDMAs, and supported by global media partner iHeartRadio, the project goes deeper than the stage lights and red carpet moments to uncover what the EDMAs truly represent.
The documentary will feature candid interviews with superstar DJs, breakout producers, and industry insiders. Behind-the-scenes access to studio sessions, rehearsals, and the show’s build-up will highlight the unseen work that powers one of the most important nights in dance music. More than an awards show, the film sets out to capture the creative struggles, breakthroughs, and inspirations that fuel electronic music’s global rise.
The EDMAs themselves have a story worth telling. Founded in 2016 by veteran broadcaster Sean “Hollywood” Hamilton, the awards were launched during Miami Music Week as the Radio Remix Awards. Over the past decade, they have grown into the only major platform dedicated entirely to electronic music. Each year, the EDMAs recognize talent across categories such as Song of the Year, Best Collaboration, Best Vocalist, Best New Artist, and Producer of the Year. Winners take home the distinctive Deck Award, a custom-designed trophy modeled after a DJ deck—symbolizing the fusion of artistry and performance.
Set against the backdrop of Miami Beach during Ultra Music Festival and Miami Music Week, the EDMAs have become a focal point for the global dance community. Now, with Behind the Beat, their story moves to the screen. The film doesn’t just celebrate electronic music’s past and present—it raises the question of where the culture is headed next.
With Behind the Beat: Road to the EDMAs, the institution behind dance music’s defining awards night maintains its momentum, with more to come.
