New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that venues will be allowed to reopen at full capacity for those vaccinated against COVID-19.
New York Venues to Reopen at Full Capacity for Fully Vaccinated Attendees
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JOTON Releases Collaborative Techno Album, Hikikomori
JOTON has delivered a collaborative, nine-track techno album titled Hikikomori via his own label, Newrhythmic Records.
Lineup Announced for Primavera Sound 2022
Organizers of Primavera Sound announced the lineup for their 20th anniversary split across two weekends: June 2nd-4th and 9th-11th, 2022.
Dimitri Hegemann’s Tresor Foundation Berlin Seeks to Combat “Clubsterben”
The newly established Tresor Foundation Berlin is seeking to combat Clubsterben – or, “death of clubs” — in Germany and abroad.
Michel Baumann (SoulPhiction, Jackmate) has Died from Cancer
Michel Baumann, the co-founder of Philpot Records also known as SoulPhiction and Jackmate, has died from cancer.
The Moog iOS App Collection is Free for a Limited Time
Moog’s Minimoog Model D synthesizer, Filatron, Model 15 Modular Synthesizer, Animoog and Theremini Editor are free on Apple’s App Store.
ABONE is Pushing for Bealearic Clubs to Reopen in July
ABONE intends to negotiate a July reopening as ongoing vaccination campaigns continue to quell the threat of COVID-19.
Al Wootton Releases Dub Techno EP as Medical Aid for Palestinians Fundraiser
Al Wootton released his latest endeavor with the plight of Palestinians in mind amid a flare up in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Norman Doray and Piem Give “Do Me Right” a Modern Update and New Studio 54 Remix
Norman Doray and Piem have updated their iconic ’90s track “Do Me Right” for 2021, along with a brand new remix on Studio 54 Music.
UK Free Party Documentary Meets Crowdfunding Goal in Two Days
In less than two days, the fundraiser for Aaron Trinder’s Free Party: A Folk History met its goal of £12,497.
Skream to Launch IFEEL Imprint with 3-Track Chesters Groove EP
Veteran U.K. DJ and producer Skream is set to launch a new record imprint, IFEEL, with the three-track Chesters Groov’ EP.
Fhase 87 Inaugurates Techno EP Series, Lemegeton
French DJ and producer Fhase 87 has announced the first installment of a body of work inspired by Renaissance-era demonology.
Exium Release Low-pressure discharge EP on PoleGroup
Returning to their sound of old for a four-song EP via their own PoleGroup imprint are Spanish techno duo Exium.
Large Gatherings Reportedly as Safe as Shopping Per UK Test Event Findings
Test event data may show that live events without social distancing or masks have as little risk of COVID-19 transmission as shopping.
UK Government to Deny Festival Insurance Until Lockdown Ends
According to U.K. Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden, the U.K. government will not consider festival insurance until COVID-19 lockdown ends.
Kraftwerk Inducted into Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
After previously being nominated six times, pioneering electronic group Kraftwerk have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame.
Love International Festival Postponed for 2nd Year in a Row
Love International Festival in Tisno, Croatia has been rescheduled to 2022 on account of the U.K. government’s traffic light system.
Ecilo Lands on Diffuse Reality with Techno Album, Lost In The Abbys
Ecilo’s Lost In The Abbys consists of ten dark techno tracks, two of which are remixes by Kaylah and Solarmental.
Chance of UK Event Restrictions Lifting on June 21st Reportedly “Close to Nil”
U.K. lawmakers reportedly find it highly unlikely that COVID-19 restrictions imposed on gatherings will lift by June 21st.
Wife of Late Drexciya Member Decries Associations of Project to Race Issues in Open Letter
Drexciya co-founder James Stinson’s widow, Andrea Clementson-Stinson, has written an open letter partly in response to an Ars Technica article.
Festival Republic Proposes 10K Capacity Pilot Event
Festival Republic announced a 10,000 capacity camping festival pilot being planned for the U.K. in June 2021.
Tangerine Dream to Rerelease 1970 Album, Electronic Meditation, on Cassette
Electronic Meditations by Tangerine Dream will rerelease in cassette tape format on Italian label Radiation Records.
Akai MPC One Retro Fits Modern Technology with Iconic ’90s Design
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Glastonbury organizers Michael and Emily Eavis are hopeful that the event will be allowed to continue at a large capacity this September.