Artists like Dixon, Super Flu, Sébastien Léger, Claptone and Joachim Garraud have performed in Tunisia amid a rise in COVID-19 cases.
Dixon Played in Tunisia After the Country’s COVID-19 Situation was Declared “Critical”
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13 Dead from Trampling After Raid of Thomas Restobar Club in Lima
The stampede resulted from a police raid of Thomas Restobar Club for violation of emergency COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
Gabriella Vergilov Delivers Don’t Be A Stranger EP via Northern Parallels
Gabriella Vergilov has returned to Minneapolis record label Northern Parallels with a minimal techno effort called the Don’t Be A Stranger EP.
Posthumous Frankie Knuckles Track Shared from Upcoming Compilation, Jackmaster 7
“Carefree (I Am A Star)” by Frankie Knuckles has found a home on DJ International’s upcoming compilation.
Peggy Gou Pledged a Donation to Her Business Partner’s Club on Behalf of Jägermeister
Sub Club’s already controversial #SaveOurSub fundraiser appears to have nearly been embroiled in a separate lapse of ethics.
200 Illegal Gatherings Dispersed in London over the Weekend
The news comes four days after the U.K. government announced that fines of up to £10,000 would be issued for illegal gatherings.
Clubs in Spain and Italy Close Again Amid COVID-19 Resurgence
Health officials in Italy and France are reissuing bans as a proactive measure to prevent a second wave of COVID-19 coronavirus transmission.
Joren Edwards Offers Up Minimal House 3-Tracker, Adjust EP
Joren Edwards has returned to Archie Hamilton’s Moss Co., the proud home of his 2019 debut EP.
Native Instruments Replace CEO Mate Galic and CIO Daniel Haver
Native Instruments CEO Mate Galic and CIO/president Daniel Haver have been replaced by Constantin Koehncke and Robert Linke, respectively.
Telum to Release 6th Anonymous Minimal House Record
Despite being anonymous, Telum’s latest record has garnered the support of artists like Cosmjn, Priku, Arapu, Mihai Pol, Raresh, and others.
Venue and Event Staff March in Manchester for #RedAlert Campaign
#RedAlert participants include entertainment industry gig workers as well as venues themselves and supporters like Imogen Heap and The Cure.
#SoundOfSilence Campaign Launched in Protest of Belgian Event Bans
Belgium’s event sector faces an imminent threat due to COVID-19. Organizers want to prove they can hold socially distant events.
Police Arrest Polish DJ Avtomat During Warsaw LGBTQIA+ Protests
Avtomat of Polish collective Oramics found himself behind bars for protesting the detainment of another activist.
ESSAY: Big DJs are Eager to Get Back Onstage. The World may not be as Ready
The electronic music community is divided on whether legal events headlined by Amelie Lens, Michael Bibi and others pose significant health risks.
3 Arrested in Connection with Illegal “Scummerset” Rave
The three men arrested in connection with Scummerset are aged 22, 23 and 26, respectively.
Roland’s TR-808 Turns 40: Celebrating 808 Day 2020
The TR-808 just turned 40 years old. Roland has gone to extravagant lengths to celebrate.
Fast Forward Productions Release 2nd TransAktion Benefit Compilation
Copenhagen fast techno label Fast Forward Productions have released Fast Forward Fundraiser Compilation 2.
Hajra Waheed’s Sound Installation, “HUM,” Unites Songs of Resistance from Across the Globe
“HUM” by Hadra Waheed uses 16 overhead speakers to play songs associated with social movements of South, Central and West Asia as well as Africa.
Erick Morillo Arrested in Miami on Suspicion of Sexual Battery
Erick Morillo has been arrested in connection with a December, 2019 incident involving another DJ who played alongside him at a private party.
The Zanzibar Club in Liverpool Closes Due to COVID-19 After 30-Year Run
The Zanzibar Club has been forced to close due to financial strain brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Former Tiësto Booking Agent Dimitri de Wit Dies at 51
Dimitri de Wit – who represented the likes of Ferry Corsten, Tiësto and Markus Schulz – has passed away following a short battle with pancreatic cancer.
Fabio & Grooverider Featured on 1st Episode of R.O.A.R: The ’90s Rave Podcast
The debut episode of R.O.A.R: The ’90s Rave Podcast sees Tom Latchem and Cris.E.Manic interview Fabio & Grooverider.
150+ Venues Form New York Independent Venue Association to Support #SaveOurStages
The New York Independent Venue Association organized a day of action to advocate for the passage of the Save Our Stages Act and RESTART Act.
Beirut Nightclub District “Virtually Wiped Out” Following Blast
Beirut nightclubs like The Ballroom Blitz, The Gärten, The Grand Factory, AHM and B018 are thought to be affected by the explosion.
Robert Hood Samples Tamika Mallory, Dick Gregory on Upcoming EP
Robert Hood is gearing up to release an EP sampling two well-known civil rights activists.
Village Underground and EartH Launch Joint Fundraiser to Cover COVID-19 Losses
Village Underground and EartH are at risk of closure amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Glastonbury Founder Michael Eavis Says Event May Not Return Until 2022
Glastonbury Festival Founder Michael Eavis has said that planning a 2021 event is “wishful thinking.”
Chris Inperspective Launches Black Junglist Alliance to Close the Racial Divide in Drum and Bass
The Black Junglist Alliance has launched with the mission of “uniting Black artists, professionals and creatives from the world of jungle/drum & bass.”
Goldie Unveils the Timeless Capsule to Celebrate 25-Year Anniversary of Debut Album
Goldie’s debut album, Timeless, just turned 25. He’s celebrating by giving fans “loads more exclusive content” over the coming months.
Indoor Event Bans to Remain Until Mid-August: U.K. Officials
U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson has extended the ban on indoor events over concerns of a COVID-19 second wave.