Akai MPC One Retro Fits Modern Technology with Iconic ’90s Design

by Jay Remy | May 14, 2021 | Studio Gear, Tech | 0 Comments

Akai’s MPC One Retro reimagines the gear manufacturer’s latest MIDI sequencer into the classic look of the MPC2000XL and MPC3000.

India’s boxout.fm to Host 72-Hour COVID-19 Radio Fundraiser

by Phil Scilippa | May 14, 2021 | Event, Stories | 0 Comments

As India continues to battle a massive spike in positive COVID-19 cases, boxout.fm will host a 72-hour fundraiser this weekend.

Sónar in Barcelona Reveals First Confirmed Artists on 2022 Lineup

by Phil Scilippa | May 13, 2021 | Event, Stories | 0 Comments

Over 100 artists have been announced for Sónar’s 2022 event, including The Chemical Brothers, Joy Orbison, and many more.

Victor Calderone Says His Dog Detected His Cancer Early

by John Cameron | May 13, 2021 | Stories | 0 Comments

Victor Calderone shared that he has been diagnosed with cancer that he says his dog, Tuco, detected early.

Misstep at The First Dance? Sven Väth’s Billing and the Post-COVID Music Industry

by John Cameron | May 13, 2021 | Essay | 0 Comments

Sven Väth’s headline set at The First Dance in Liverpool concerned those who were eager to see the industry change after the COVID-19 crisis.

Robert Hood to Reissue Floorplan EP, On The Case / The Deal

by John Cameron | May 12, 2021 | Heritage Artists | 0 Comments

Robert Hood’s two-track EP On The Case / The Deal is slated for rerelease via M-Plant in digital and vinyl format.

Two More Women Join Bassnectar Sex Trafficking Lawsuit

by John Cameron | May 12, 2021 | Stories | 0 Comments

A total of four women have now come forward with sex trafficking and child pornography allegations involving Bassnectar.

Up to 50K People Could Attend Glastonbury in September

by Phil Scilippa | May 11, 2021 | Event, Stories | 0 Comments

Glastonbury organizers Michael and Emily Eavis are hopeful that the event will be allowed to continue at a large capacity this September.

Sounds

Lag Delivers Two-Track Techno EP, Parter / Twitch, via KR/LF

by John Cameron | May 5, 2021 | Hard Techno, Sounds, Techno

KR/LF, the record label of Italian artist Kill Ref, is giving a home to Parter / Twitch by Serbian DJ and producer Lag.

Truncate and James Ruskin Team Up on 3-Track Techno EP, Sketch

by John Cameron | May 4, 2021 | Minimal Techno, Sounds, Techno

Truncate and James Ruskin’s three-track collaborative minimal techno EP has arrived by way of the latter’s Blueprint Records.

Regis Unearths Tracks from Sandwell District Era for A Hollow Moment EP

by John Cameron | Apr 28, 2021 | Minimal Techno, Sounds, Techno

Regis has delivered three previously unreleased techno cuts from Downwards Records’ Sandwell District Era in A Hollow Moment EP.

Kwartz and Kaiser Unite as Force Reaction on Techno EP, Definition

by John Cameron | Apr 27, 2021 | Hard Techno, Sounds, Techno

Italian producer Kaiser has teamed up with Spanish talent Kwartz on a brand-new techno endeavor called Force Reaction.

Luke Slater’s Techno EP, Say It Loud, to Mark Token Records’ 100th Release

by John Cameron | Apr 26, 2021 | Sounds, Techno

Token Records will celebrate its 100th release with an eclectic offering by none other than Luke Slater as Planetary Assault Systems.

Linear System Lands on Planet Rhythm with Extensive Research EP

by John Cameron | Apr 20, 2021 | Minimal Techno, Sounds, Techno

Following the artist’s 2020 debut on Edit Select, Linear System’s latest release has found a home venerated techno label Planet Rhythm.

Not A Headliner and BLTRX Inaugurate Label with Techno EP, GOC001

by John Cameron | Apr 19, 2021 | Sounds, Techno

Spanish artists BLTRX and Not A Headliner have collaborated on the first-ever release of a brand-new label, Global Offensive Corporation.

Ø [Phase] and Luke Slater Return as RoogUnit with Nu Rebels Club E.P

by John Cameron | Apr 13, 2021 | Minimal Techno, Sounds, Techno

U.K. techno veterans Ø [Phase] and Luke Slater have released their second record together as RoogUnit, the Nu Rebels Club E.P.

Asymptote Releases Acid Techno EP, Acid Pulse, on Suburban Avenue

by John Cameron | Apr 13, 2021 | Acid Techno, Sounds, Techno

In keeping with their recent repertoire, Asymptote have released an EP of outside-the-box acid techno titled Acid Pulse [SAV016].

Stories

India’s boxout.fm to Host 72-Hour COVID-19 Radio Fundraiser

by Phil Scilippa | May 14, 2021 | Event, Stories

As India continues to battle a massive spike in positive COVID-19 cases, boxout.fm will host a 72-hour fundraiser this weekend.

Sónar in Barcelona Reveals First Confirmed Artists on 2022 Lineup

by Phil Scilippa | May 13, 2021 | Event, Stories

Over 100 artists have been announced for Sónar’s 2022 event, including The Chemical Brothers, Joy Orbison, and many more.

Victor Calderone Says His Dog Detected His Cancer Early

by John Cameron | May 13, 2021 | Stories

Victor Calderone shared that he has been diagnosed with cancer that he says his dog, Tuco, detected early.

Two More Women Join Bassnectar Sex Trafficking Lawsuit

by John Cameron | May 12, 2021 | Stories

A total of four women have now come forward with sex trafficking and child pornography allegations involving Bassnectar.

Up to 50K People Could Attend Glastonbury in September

by Phil Scilippa | May 11, 2021 | Event, Stories

Glastonbury organizers Michael and Emily Eavis are hopeful that the event will be allowed to continue at a large capacity this September.

Musician Behind Sample in Daft Punk’s “One More Time” has Never Received Royalties

by Phil Scilippa | May 11, 2021 | Stories

Eddie Johns, the artist behind the sample used in Daft Punk’s “One More Time,” has never received royalties from the French duo’s hit song.

Winter Music Conference Announces Virtual Edition for 2021

by Umut Avialan | May 10, 2021 | Event, Stories

This year’s Winter Music Conference takes place in digital format after a delayed 35th anniversary due to COVID-19.

Fundraiser Launched for Funeral of Influential Disco DJ Tony Smith

by Phil Scilippa | May 6, 2021 | Obituary, Stories

A community effort to raise funds for the funeral of highly influential New York disco DJ Tony Smith has been launched.

Crowdsourced Community Platform Black Bandcamp Relaunches as Black Artist Database

by Phil Scilippa | May 6, 2021 | Culture, Industry, Stories

The community-based music platform previously known as Black Bandcamp has officially relaunched as Black Artist Database.

Tech

Akai MPC One Retro Fits Modern Technology with Iconic ’90s Design

by Jay Remy | May 14, 2021 | Studio Gear, Tech

Akai’s MPC One Retro reimagines the gear manufacturer’s latest MIDI sequencer into the classic look of the MPC2000XL and MPC3000.

Mixed In Key 10 Features Upgraded Key Detection, Cue Point Export To Rekordbox

by Jay Remy | May 7, 2021 | Software, Tech

Mixed In Key has celebrated 15 years of business by releasing a brand-new version of their flagship key detection software.

Denon DJ Releases LC6000 PRIME Controller

by Jay Remy | Apr 30, 2021 | Tech

Denon DJ’s latest controller, the LC6000 PRIME, offers a solution for DJs looking to expand upon their existing PRIME setups.

Focusrite Acquires Sequential, Dave Smith to Continue Lead Role

by Jacob Stadtfeld | Apr 28, 2021 | Tech

Sequential will join Focusrite’s growing stable of music production and performance brands, including Novation, Martin Audio, and Adam Audio.

Technics to Release Home Listening Turntable, the SL-100C

by John Cameron | Apr 24, 2021 | DJ Gear, Tech

In July 2021, Technics will offer a relatively affordable “entry level” home listening record player: the SL-100C Direct Drive Turntable.

LALAL.ai Separates Vocals and Instrumentals from Any Track Using AI

by Jay Remy | Apr 23, 2021 | Software, Tech

LALAL.AI is an AI-based online service allowing users to obtain high quality vocals and instrumentals from existing music files.

Pioneer DJ’s CDJ-3000 and DJM-900 NXS2 Now Available in VR on Tribe XR

by Jay Remy | Apr 17, 2021 | Studio Gear, Tech

Users of any skill level can now practice on Pioneer DJ’s CDJ-3000 and DJM-900 NXS2 through virtual reality DJ learning app Tribe XR.

Serato DJ Pro 2.5 Update Now Works with Big Sur, M1 Macs

by Jacob Stadtfeld | Apr 15, 2021 | Software, Tech

Serato this week released new updates to their DJ Pro and Lite software offerings, meaning that they now work with Big Sur and M1 Macs.

Dirtywave Releases M8 Tracker-Based Portable Synthesizer

by Jay Remy | Apr 11, 2021 | Studio Gear, Tech

The Dirtywave M8 is a powerful new tracker sequencer, synthesizer and sampler that is completely portable.

Musician Behind Sample in Daft Punk’s “One More Time” has Never Received Royalties

by Phil Scilippa | May 11, 2021 | Stories

Eddie Johns, the artist behind the sample used in Daft Punk’s “One More Time,” has never received royalties from the French duo’s hit song.

Winter Music Conference Announces Virtual Edition for 2021

by Umut Avialan | May 10, 2021 | Event, Stories

This year’s Winter Music Conference takes place in digital format after a delayed 35th anniversary due to COVID-19.

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