Timo Stein and Marie Staggat set out to capture the COVID-19 pandemic from the vantage point of Berlin clubs in an upcoming book titled HUSH.
Berlin Club Culture Amid COVID-19 Crisis Explored in New Book, HUSH
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New Documentary, Clubbing Is Culture, Honors Former Irish Venues
No More Hotels, Thinkhouse, and Algorithm have joined forces for a new documentary showcasing the culture of the Irish nightlife.
Seth Troxler, Dr. Cornel West Speak for Beatport’s Black History Month Live Stream
To celebrate Black History Month, Beatport has kicked off a series of live stream talks hosted by Detroit DJ and producer Seth Troxler.
Revisit Crossfade’s 1992 List of Records that Influenced Chicago House
Nearly 40 years after its rise, the influence of Chicago house is still felt on dance floors the world over. What seems more easily forgotten nowadays is the music previously played by the DJs who went on to popularize the genre in the '80s - but a 1992 feature by the...
Jeff Mills Announces New Publication, The Escape Velocity Magazine
Detroit techno DJ, producer and Axis Records label boss Jeff Mills has shared plans to publish a quarterly publication called The Escape Velocity Magazine.
Sacred Bones Records to Release First Album made from the Womb
Sounds Of The Unborn was recorded by Luca Yupanqui’s parents, Elizabeth Hart and Iván Diaz Mathé. It will be released on Sacred Bones Records.
Fundraiser for the Late Phil Asher’s Son Reaches 250% of Goal
A crowdfunding campaign launched to benefit Phil Asher’s son, Marvin Jupiter Asher, has amassed £14,887 more than its £10,000 target.
Upcoming Book, Who Say Reload, to Chronicle Jungle, Drum and Bass Classics
Who Say Reload features stories from a wide range of influential artists like Goldie, Andy C, Ragga Twins, DJ Hype, Krome & Time, and more.
DJ Pierre Narrates Short Film Celebrating 50 Years of the Smiley
Acid house pioneer DJ Pierre was enlisted to help showcase the fifty-year history of the smiling yellow face and roadmap what’s to come.
Rebekah Opens Up About Sexual Assault, #ForTheMusic in New Interview
Rebekah has shared details of her own experiences of sexual misconduct in the industry, and the triumphs of her recently launched #ForTheMusic campaign.
Defected Records Announces Afro House Sub Label, Sondela Recordings
Sondela Recordings will inaugurate on February 5th with the release of “Ezizweni” featuring DJ Tira and Luke Ntombela by anonymous artist Hyenah.
New Documentary Details The KLF’s Goal to Build a Pyramid of Human Remains
The KLF have released a documentary titled Welcome to the Dark Ages detailing their latest project: a pyramid made out of bricks of cremated human remains.
Classic Frankie Knuckles DJ Set Recreated for The Haçienda 24-Hour House Party NYE
A 24-hour livestream is taking place on NYE within the digitally recreated Haçienda Manchester, featuring Frankie Knuckles’ 2013 New Year’s Eve performance.
David Bowie’s On-Air Interview with Ryuichi Sakamoto to be Recast by NTS Radio
New Years Day 2021 will mark the NTS Radio recast of Ryuichi Sakamoto’s NHK FM Broadcast interview with the late David Bowie.
Sama Abdulhadi Arrested After Performing Near Religious Site in Palestine
Sama Abdulhadi’s detainment has prompted supporters to start a petition demanding her release with organizers stating that the arrest was illegal.
There’s a New Documentary on Greater Manchester’s Music Scene
A new film documenting the sprawling music scene of Greater Manchester is set to debut on December 18th via global streaming platform United We Stream.
Berlin’s Shameless/Limitless Parties Chronicled in New Book
Please Come: Shameless/Limitless Selected Posters 2008-2020 has been compiled by the brand’s founder, Kevin Halpin, and is due out December 19th.
Kiss FM Australia Announces Set List for Phil K Tribute Show
Radio station Kiss FM will honor the late Phil Krokodis, known professionally as Phil K, with a tribute show on Friday, December 18th.
Tresor Founder’s Detroit Club a No-Go After Packard Plant Goes on Sale
The Packard Automotive Plant’s current owner has put the property up for sale, dashing hopes of Tresor founder Dimitri Hegemann opening a club in the space.
Oakland Crew CLUB CHAI to Call it Quits After Upcoming Compilation and Zine
Oakland collective CLUB CHAI will discontinue operations after releasing a compilation album, CLUB CHAI Vol. 2, and the CLUB CHAI Archive Zine
Seuil Accused of Plagiarism by UK Artist Sohrab
Up-and-coming U.K. artist Sohrab has accused Seuil of plagiarizing his unreleased track, “Old Beginning,” for “Keep It Natural (No Mouse Edit).”
“Pre-Rave Era of Dance Music” Chronicled in Greg Wilson’s New Book, Discotheque Archives
Discotheque Archives is made up of short-form articles Greg Wilson wrote for DJ Mag along with illustrations by Pete Fowler.
Miami DJ Kristen Knight Comes Forward as Defendant in Erick Morillo Case
Kristen Knight has now publicly confirmed her involvement in the Erick Morillo case, sharing her account of the incident and describing the aftermath.
Robbie Williams wants to Open a Club “a Bit Like Berghain”
In addition to a new nightclub and art gallery, Robbie WIlliams revealed that he has new music with Tim Metcalfe & Flynn Francis on the way.
New Photo Book, Ibiza ’89, Explores the White Isle’s Heyday
In Ibiza ’89, Dave Swindell captures the decadence of the White Isle’s acid house era in over 100 images from the acid house heyday.
Vince Lawrence Documentary Tells Story of Chicago Black Music “From Horns to House”
Vince Lawrence’s Legacy: The Untold Story of Chicago Black Music premiered on Chicago public access station WTTW in November.
PLZ Make It Ruins to Release Compilation of Locked Groove Tracks 1.8 Seconds or Less
Net proceeds from PLZ Make It Ruins and Arts Council England’s 40-track compilation album will go to both the American Civil Liberties Union and Liberty UK.
Jesùs “Chus” Esteban Leaves Chus & Ceballos to Work on Solo Career
Jesús “Chus” Lopez Esteban announced that Chus & Ceballos will break up, sharing that he will pursue a solo project under the name DJ Chus.
will.i.am Issues Apology after Plagiarizing DJ Lag’s “Ice Drop”
wil.i.am has fallen under scrutiny for allegedly plagiarizing another artist’s music after using DJ Lag’s “Ice Drop” in a release with Megan Ryte.
Fundraiser Launched to Cover Detroit Artist Whodat’s Medical and Living Expenses
To help Detroit artist Whodat deal with her latest medical hurdles, Omar Meftah and Thomas Shui have tasked themselves with crowdfunding her expenses.