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Ravn Jonassen to Release Electro EP, Fatima, The Struggle is Real! via Burial Soil
Berlin artist Ravn Jonassen’s latest endeavor was inspired by U.K. politicians’ suggestion that workers in the arts must “retrain and find new jobs.”
Divide and Oisel Collaborate on Ciclo EP via Affekt Recordings
Divide and Oisel’s three-track minimal/dub techno record, The Ciclo EP, released in digital format via Italian label Affekt Recordings.
Business Teshno Targets Dirty Doering, Ricardo Villalobos in Open Letter on Plague Raves
Business Teshno has written an open letter focusing on dance music events they find questionable in Tanzania amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
DJ Godfather Announces Up All Night EP via Databass
DJ Godfather has announced the March 12th release of the Up All Night EP, which will comprise tracks from his 2020 studio-length album.
DJ Clent Releases Footwork EP, Living Legend Pt.2
Living Legend Pt.2, as it’s titled, comprises seven singles that serve as a cross section of DJ Clent’s stripped-down style.
Spotify Introduces Lossless HiFi Streaming Subscription
Later this year, Spotify will offer subscribers access to high-quality lossless audio via a new program called Spotify HiFi.
UK Live Music Industry Reacts to Reopening Announcement
A number of live music industry professionals in the U.K. have spoken on the reopening plan that forecasts the return of nightlife.
Subsist Records Releases 6-Song Techno EP by Anonymous Project, Group
The latest effort by anonymous techno/experimental outfit Group has found a home on Subsist Records, who have worked with Faith Disciplines on the release.
Seb Zito to Release Debut Album via Eats Everything’s Edible Beats
U.K. DJ and producer Seb Zito will release Truth In My Steps, distilling influences from his entire music career into an 11-track album.
Ableton Releases Version 11 of Ableton Live Software
Ableton has released Version 11 of its flagship Ableton Live software, building on the DAW’s virtual sound design tools and workflow improvements.
Pacha Group to Open New Resort, Destino Pacha Mykonos
International nightclub brand Pacha Group has announced that the grand opening of a hotel called Destino Pacha Mykonos in June.
Jeff Mills Publishes Inaugural Issue of The Escape Velocity Magazine
Jeff Mills has published the debut issue of his free quarterly publication, The Escape Velocity Magazine, by way of his label, Axis Records.
Boris Johnson Says UK Live Events Could Resume by June 2021
In a Monday announcement, Boris Johnson has outlined a four-step reopening process that could see nightclubs and mass gatherings return as soon as June.
Daft Punk Part Ways After 28 Years as a Duo
The French DJ producer duo Daft Punk hinted at their split in a theatrical video, and their publicist later confirmed it.
Seminal House Music Label Nu Groove Records to Return After Almost 30 Years
After nearly thirty years of silence, New York’s Nu Groove Records has released new music. The new record by Jovonn and Deetron is out now on vinyl.
Ultra Music Festival 2021 Confirmed Canceled, No Refunds Offered
In a move likely to give would-be attendees deja vu from last year, Ultra Music Festival has promised ticket holder upgrades in place of offering refunds.
Roland’s Iconic JUNO-60 is Now Available in Roland Cloud
Roland’s JUNO-60, an iconic poly-synth defined the sound of the 1980s, is finally available as an official Roland Cloud plugin.
DJ Clent, RP Boo, Traxman Launch Music Camp, Chicago Footworkology
DJ Clent, RP Boo and Traxman have opened registration for Chicago Footworkology, offering masterclasses on juke and footwork.
Bandcamp Blocked by “The Great Firewall of China”
Bandcamp has apparently joined services like Facebook, Google and Instagram in having civilian access to it restricted by the Chinese government.
Silverlining Stuns in Minimal House Double LP, Simulacra
Simulacra, comprises eight singles and marks Silverlining’s first-ever double LP on his own Silverlining Dubs record label.
Queen Sudhara, Perel Remix el nino diablo’s “Shadow Dancer”
el nino diablo has enlisted Queen Sudhara of Faithless and Perel of DFA Records for Shadow Dancer (Remixes), breathing new life into the ShadowPlay EP.
Erol Alkan Delivers Phantasy’s 100th Release, “Automatic”
London record label Phantasy has celebrated a milestone with its 100th release: the single “Automatic” by veteran DJ and producer Erol Alkan.
Reggae and Dancehall Pioneer U-Roy has Passed Away
U-Roy (real name Ewart Beckford), who revolutionized Reggae and Dancehall music with his vocal “toasting” technique, has passed away at 78.
Ibiza Bars and Restaurants to Reopen Outdoor Areas beginning in March
Ibiza’s de-escalation process has begun, with bars and restaurants allowed to reopen outdoor areas and terraces beginning March 2nd.
Vinyl Sales Up 40% in 2020 per Discogs End-of-Year Report
Vinyl record sales on Discogs in 2020 grew by even more than was projected in their Mid-Year Report – 40.75% more than in 2019, to be exact.
Terrence Dixon to Inaugurate Minimal Detroit Audio with The Bridge
Terrence Dixon’s Minimal Detroit platform will soon expand to include a record label called Minimal Detroit Audio, debuting with The Bridge.
British APPG Publishes Findings of Inquiry into COVID-19’s Impact on Nightlife
The findings of the APPG’s investigation into COVID-19’s effect on U.K. nightlife have been published in a 45-page report.
Star Creature Universal Vibrations Releases The Chicago Boogie Volume 2
Chicago label and rare groove purveyor Star Creature Universal Vibrations has unearthed a handful of sought-after funk/soul classics.
Movement Electronic Music Festival Will Not Take Place in May 2021
COVID-19 prevented 20-year-running techno/house mecca Movement Electronic Music Festival from taking place in 2020, and it won’t go on in May 2021 either.