The WMC dates are now official. For some reason I've yet to find out they've moved the conference up a couple of weeks. http://www.wintermusicconference.com/
I have this theory that difficult economic times are very good for art. I have a few theories why (eg: unemployed artists have more time to create), but I think my theory is being proven right yet again. Today, I'd say I'm seeing two very good trends. First, more and more electronic music is crossing the traditionally defined genres. Second, there is a whole lot of great music out there that is surprisingly easy to find.
My finds:
A gloriously gentle stroll through a sultry poppy field:
Warm Sunset
One of the first great tracks I cut my teeth on was Nalin & Kane's Beachball. Here is a modern progressive house remix by Chris lake.