Akai’s MPC One Retro reimagines the gear manufacturer’s latest MIDI sequencer into the classic look of the MPC2000XL and MPC3000.
Akai MPC One Retro Fits Modern Technology with Iconic ’90s Design
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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.
Musician Behind Sample in Daft Punk’s “One More Time” has Never Received Royalties
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
This year’s Winter Music Conference takes place in digital format after a delayed 35th anniversary due to COVID-19.
Mixed In Key 10 Features Upgraded Key Detection, Cue Point Export To Rekordbox
Mixed In Key has celebrated 15 years of business by releasing a brand-new version of their flagship key detection software.
Fundraiser Launched for Funeral of Influential Disco DJ Tony Smith
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
The community-based music platform previously known as Black Bandcamp has officially relaunched as Black Artist Database.
Lag Delivers Two-Track Techno EP, Parter / Twitch, via KR/LF
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
Truncate and James Ruskin’s three-track collaborative minimal techno EP has arrived by way of the latter’s Blueprint Records.
Laurent Garnier Documentary to Debut at CPH:DOX Film Festival
Laurent Garnier’s much anticipated documentary is slated to debut at CPH:DOX Film Festival in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Swiss Government to Roll Out Large-Scale Events Once Again
Large-scale events of up to 3,000 people will be legal in Switzerland for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Todd Edwards’ Back Catalogue to See First-Ever Digital Release on Defected
Todd Edwards, an American producer closely associated with early UK garage, will release his full back catalogue on Defected Records.
American Artist Pierce Fulton Dead at 28
Vermont-based electronic musician and instrumentalist Pierce Fulton has died at 28 “following a tragic struggle with his mental health.”
6,000 Attend First Legal UK Mass Gathering of 2021 in Liverpool
For the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, 6,000 revelers legally attended Friday and Saturday events in Liverpool.
London Festival Southport Weekender Festival Changes Name
London’s Southport Weekender Festival will return at a new location in 2021 under a new name, Beautiful People.
Asymetrik and Discostan Records Launch COVID-19 Relief Initiatives for India
Asymetrik and Discostan Records have launched fundraisers to benefit COVID-19 relief in India as the country posts record case counts.
NTIA Scotland Sues Government over COVID-19 Nightlife Regulations
Night Time Industries (NTIA) Scotland is suing the Scottish government for COVID-19 restrictions it argues are unjust.
Denon DJ Releases LC6000 PRIME Controller
Denon DJ’s latest controller, the LC6000 PRIME, offers a solution for DJs looking to expand upon their existing PRIME setups.
Infection Rate at Event of 5,000 in Barcelona Lower Than That of General Population
A test event conducted at Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona last month set out to determine whether gatherings increase rates of COVID-19 transmission.
Eddie Fowlkes Announces Techno Soul Two-Tracker, Knuckle Head Series Vol. 7
Detroit techno innovator Eddie Fowlkes has announced the upcoming installment of a series he kicked off just over a year ago.
MC Magika to Chronicle UK Rave History in New Book, Make Some Noize
A new book by one of the U.K.’s most treasured ’90s rave figures, MC Magika, is slated for a September release.
300+ Cultural Organizations Petition for Post-Brexit EU Touring Plan
In an open letter to Boris Johnson, the Incorporated Society of Musicians have demanded a plan for musicians to tour the EU after Brexit.
Alexander Robotnick to Release Radio Versions Vol. 3 and 4
Alexander Robotnick has shared that Radio Versions Vol. 3 and 4 will release on his own Hot Elephant Music.
Regis Unearths Tracks from Sandwell District Era for A Hollow Moment EP
Regis has delivered three previously unreleased techno cuts from Downwards Records’ Sandwell District Era in A Hollow Moment EP.