Colour Factory, a venue situated in East London, is planning to reopen with a new outdoor area called Colour Garden.
London’s Colour Factory Set to Open with New Outdoor Area
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Current news regarding artists, event organizers, venues, record labels, and other electronic music institutions outside of music releases themselves.
After Party for Berghain Fashion Show Draws Backlash for Dubious COVID-19 Precautions
Footage from a Soho House after party for a fashion show hosted at Berghain suggests that masks and social distancing were not enforced.
Love & Sabres Launch Merchandise in Memory of Andrew Weatherall
The line of t-shirts and sweatshirts was produced by Andrew Weatherall’s longtime friend and production partner, Keith Tenniswood.
Detroit Techno DJ and Producer Tim Baker has Died
The global electronic music community mourns the loss of Tim Baker. The Detroit DJ and producer passed away suddenly over the weekend.
Rainbow Disco Club announces line-up and program for 2021
A downsized version of renowned Japanese music festival Rainbow Disco Club will take place on May 1st 2021 in Chidori Park.
International Music Summit Ibiza Slated for April 2022 Return
International Music Summit Ibiza’s 13th installment will take place over the course of five days at Destino Pacha Resort.
Arts Council England Awards Glastonbury Festival £900K
Glastonbury joins over 2,700 cultural organizations in receiving over £400 million in grants from Arts Council England.
Alternative German Music Festival Fusion to Take Place in 2021
Last week Germany’s Fusion Festival announced their 2021 edition. It is nearly the only German festival taking place.
Kampire and Decay Introduce Live Stream Fundraiser in Support of Ugandan Arts
Kampire and Decay of Nyege Nyege will host a charity event in support of #32BreaksGround both online and in person in Kampala next month.
Glastonbury Organizers Apply for September Concert License
In addition to the concert application, Glastonbury’s also submitted for a permit to host a “family-friendly” event sometime in the summer.
Lineup Announced for 2021 Edition of Albanian Festival Kala
Mainstage Festivals, the organizers of the electronic music festival Kala, have announced their full lineup for 2021.
Berghain to Reopen as a Gallery for the Second Time
The world-famous nightclub Berghain will reopen as a gallery with a installation by Danish artist Jakob Kudsk Steensenn.
London Club The Cause to Reopen with 2-Day Party
“Having the opportunity to let people move around again, to have the freedom to dance, it will be an amazing moment in time,” said The Cause Co-Founder Stuart Glen.
Former Ghost Ship Master Tenant Sentenced, Unlikely to Serve more Prison Time
After pleading guilty to 36 counts of manslaughter, former Ghost Ship master tenant Derick Almena is unlikely to serve any more prison time.
Fabric Announces 7-Week Livestream Event, London Unlocked
The Arts Council England-powered event by Fabric will host performances from Skream & Crazy D, SHERELLE, Djrum, Tim Reaper, Batu, and others.
All Points East 2021 Dates and Saturday Headliners Announced
The second day of All Points East will include performances by Jaime xx, Kano, Tom Misch, Little Simz, Romy, and others.
1,300 Attend Event in Amsterdam for COVID-19 Study
Following the Dutch government’s recent announcement, an event took place to study COVID-19 transmission on March 6th in Amsterdam.
Daytimers UK and No Nazar to Host Live Stream Fundraiser for Indian Farmers’ Protest
Daytimers UK and No Nazar have partnered on a live stream event called Solidarity With Our Farmers ti benefit Khalsa Aid International.
Fabric to Host 42-Hour Reopening Party as Restrictions Lift
On the heels of U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s reopening timeline, London’s Fabric has announced an ambitious first event back.
Full Naked City Announces 2021 Lineup
After a successful first year, Naked City looks to build even more for its second installment, which was rescheduled to September 11, 2021.
Frankfurt Producer Ramin Naghachian of Afrotrance Dies at Age 52
Frankfurt DJ and producer Ramin Naghachian, known mononymously as Ramin, has reportedly passed away at age 52.
New York Venues Can Open at 33% Capacity Beginning in April: Governor
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has declared that beginning in April, New York music venues will be allowed to open at 33% capacity.
Full Lineup Released for Dimensions Festival 2021
After beginning to announce headliners in October, Croatia’s Dimensions Festival has revealed this year’s lineup in full.
UK Government Pledges £400m More in Arts Aid, but no Event Insurance
U.K. lawmakers have announced a 2021 Spring Budget that will give culture workers sidelined by COVID-19 a light at the end of the tunnel.
Primavera Sound Pulls Out of 2021 Event
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has forced Primavera Sound’s organizers to cancel the 2021 event slated for June 2nd-6th.
Italian Veteran DJ Claudio Coccoluto Dies at Age 58
Claudio Coccoluto was considered by many one of the most influential DJs in Europe with a career spanning over 40 years.
Lightning in a Bottle Cancels 2021 Event, Announces 2022 Outing
In lieu of an in-person event, Lightning in a Bottle organizers will once again host a digital event to entertain fans from a distance.
Pete Zorba Dead at 45 After Long Fight with Brain Cancer
Internationally known British house DJ Pete Zorba had numerous surgeries over the years leading up to his untimely passing.
RIAA Reports US Vinyl Records Outsold CDs in 2020
U.S. vinyl records outsold CDs last year for the first time since 1986 according to the RIAA’s 2020 Year-End Music Industry Revenue Report.
Perlon Founder Interviewed in First Episode of warmup.berlin
The newly founded interview platform warmup.berlin has launched with a first episode featuring Perlon Co-Founder Chris Rehberger.