Amapiano artists Killer Kau and Mpura passed away on August 7th in a head-on collision en route to a performance in Rustenburg, South Africa.
South African Amapiano Artists Killer Kau and Mpura Die in Car Accident
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Berlin Open-Air Venue Deus Temple Forced to Suspend Music Events after Multiple Noise Complaints
Music events at Berlin open-air venue Deus Temple have been suspended indefinitely following multiple noise complaints.
Carl Cox Urges Fans to Get COVID-19 Vaccine in NHS Video
Influential DJ Carl Cox has appeared in a new National Health System (NHS) video interview urging fans to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Four Tet Takes Legal Action Against Domino Recordings Over Streaming Royalties
Four Tet is taking legal action against Domino Recordings over the royalty rate of streaming and downloads of his music from the 1990s.
Chicago House Music Legend Paul Johnson Dead at 50
Chicago house music DJ and producer Paul Johnson has tragically passed away at age 50 after a battle with COVID-19.
Detroit Techno DJ and Producer K-Hand has Passed Away
Detroit native DJ and producer K-Hand (real name Kelli Hand), pioneer of Detroit techno and house music, has passed away.
Ibiza to Introduce “Party Detectives” to Combat Parties that Breach Lockdown Restrictions
The Spanish government has sought a new way to combat the spread of COVID-19 as cases continue to surge amid continuous unsanctioned events.
Berlin Clubs to Hold Trial Events Without Masks or Social Distancing
Six Berlin venues are slated to host indoor trial events without COVID safety measures in place for consenting PCR-tested adults this weekend.
New York’s Nightlife Advisory Council Proposes 4AM Curfews, Legal Drinking in Public Parks
New York’s Nightlife Advisory Council has recommended 4:00 AM curfews for bars and nightclubs, along with legal drinking in public parks.
CRAVO Delivers Dark Techno EP, Eternal Paradox, via SK_eleven
Lisbon, Portugal producer CRAVO has returned with a dark techno release: Eternal Paradox via SK_eleven’s SK11X series.
Multi-Day Festivals in the Netherlands Banned until September
A surge in positive COVID-19 cases in the Netherlands has led the Dutch government to ban multi-day festival events until September 1st.
France to Require Vaccine Passport or Negative COVID-19 Test Upon Entry to Nightclubs
New COVID-19 legislation in France was approved over the weekend that will require nightclub attendees to provide a health pass upon entry.
Chicago House Artist Paul Johnson in Intensive Care Unit with COVID-19
Chicago house music DJ and producer Paul Johnson has been placed in intensive care after being infected with COVID-19.
Glastonbury’s 2-Day Equinox Festival will not be Held in September
Glastonbury Festival has made the decision to cancel its September gathering Equinox as ongoing COVID-19 troubles continue to plague the U.K.
Nearly 1/3 of UK Clubs have Closed Permanently in the Last 6 Years: Study
According to a study conducted by UK Hospitality, more than one quarter of U.K. nightclubs have closed permanently in the last six years.
Bradford’s National Science and Media Museum to Host Drum and Bass Exhibition
Sonic: Adventures in Audio is an interactive exhibition exploring jungle and drum & bass at the National Science and Media Museum.
Jeff Mills’ Zanza 21 Project to Release 12″ EP, When The Time Is Right
Jeff Mills’ explorative, jazz-influenced project Zanza 21 is readying a new 12-inch EP called When The Time Is Right for release.
Ibiza Placed Back on UK’s Amber Travel List
After a spike in positive COVID-19 cases in Ibiza, the popular travel destination has been placed on the UK’s amber travel list once again.
Goldie Announces 7-Week Residency at London’s XOYO
Famed drum and bass producer, DJ, and label head Goldie has announced a seven-week residency at London’s XOYO.
Test Event in Ibiza Records No New COVID-19 Cases
A pilot event on the Balearic island of Ibiza in June reported no new COVID-19 infections among over 1,200 attendees.
30+ Event Organizers Suing Dutch Government over New COVID-19 Restrictions
Event organizers in the Netherlands are taking legal action against the Dutch government after new COVID-19 restrictions were imposed.
Kuala Lumpur DJ Gabriel Chong has Died at 48
Influential Kuala Lumpur dance music DJ Gabriel Chong has passed away at the age of 48 after an asthma attack and kidney problems.
Berlin’s Love Parade to Host “Fundraver” Event, Rave The Planet, for 2022
The organizers of Berlin’s Love Parade festival have announced that 2022’s iteration will be a livestreamed fundraiser event, Rave The Planet.
COVID-19 Spike in Ibiza Could Lead to Loss of UK Travel Green List Status
A surge of COVID-19 cases in Ibiza last weekend could lead the Spanish island to lose its U.K. travel green list status.
Nightclubs in England to Reopen ‘Without COVID-19 Tests or Vaccine Passports’
A government source reportedly shared that U.K. clubs will reopen without requiring negative COVID-19 test results or vaccination status.
Robert Hood’s 1994 Album, Minimal Nation, to be Reissued as Triple Vinyl and CD
Robert Hood’s classic 1994 LP, Minimal Nation, is set to be reissued once again this August via Hood’s very own M-Plant imprint.
MFB Founder and Synth Creator Manfred Fricke has Died
Dance music pioneer, MFB founder, and drum machine and synth maker Manfred Fricke has passed away following a battle with cancer.
UK Pilot Events Result in 28 COVID-19 Cases Among 58,000 Attendees
The United Kingdom has recorded only 28 positive COVID-19 cases after Events Research Programme pilot events totaling about 58,000 attendees.
Industry Report Examines Diversity Efforts at Record Labels, Streaming Services
The 37-page report, called the Music Industry Action Report Card, was created by the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC).
New Festival, Summer Of Love, set for 2021 Manchester Debut
Summer Of Love will take place at an abandoned Manchester building over the Bank Holiday weekend August 21st-22nd.