John Frusciante’s upcoming album, Maya, is named after his cat and derives inspiration from breakbeat hardcore and jungle of ’91-’96.
John Frusciante of Red Hot Chili Peppers Announces Hardcore and Jungle Album
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Vladimir Ivkovic and Ivan Smagghe to Release ’90s IDM and Ambient Compilation, IDMMEMO
Vladimir Ivkovic and Ivan Smagghe have delivered a ’90s IDM compilation by way of Above Board, Offen Music and Les Disques De La Mort.
A Man Broadcast Kraftwerk, Tangerine Dream into Space for 27 Years to Contact Aliens
John Was Trying to Contact Aliens explores the endeavors of John Shepherd, who broadcast Kraftwerk, Tangerine Dream and other music into space.
Erick Morillo’s Funeral to be Live Streamed as Brian P. Stack Civic Association Fundraiser
Erick Morillo’s funeral will be live streamed across his social media page with fans to donate to the Brian P. Stack Civic Association.
Rebekah on Erick Morillo Tributes: “His Alleged Rape has not been Mentioned Once”
Rebekah takes issue with fellow DJs remembering Erick Morillo as “a humble guy who was far from perfect” in spite of his alleged sexual battery.
The UN Supports Banksy-Funded International Migrant Lifeboat
Banksy hopes to help provide rescue to those in need, regardless of their country of origin.
Tangerine Dream Record Song in 10 Minutes for Latest Installment of Against The Clock
Watch Tangerine Dream record a song to the best of their ability in ten minutes.
Ethiopian Records Introduces Fundraiser for Ethiopian Artists Affected by COVID-19
Those who donate can receive rewards like signed artwork, digital music lessons, executive producer credits, private concerts, and more.
Local Artist Bored Lord Detained at Oakland Black Lives Matter Protest
A fundraiser to cover Bored Lord’s legal costs has been launched after her arrest at a recent Black Lives Matter protest in Oakland.
27 Suffer Carbon Monoxide Poisoning from Illegal Oslo “Rave Cave” Bunker Party
Organizers of a bunker party called “Rave Cave” flouted COVID-19 restrictions, and the virus ended up being the least of their worries.
Jeff Mills Releases 17-Song LP, The Universe Chapter 1, via Axis Records
Jeff Mills has released the first 2020 album of his main project by way of his esteemed label, Axis Records.
Illegal Raves Continue in London, Leeds and South Wales Despite Threat of £10k Fine
U.K. officials threatened those who flout COVID-19 event bans with a hefty fine. It doesn’t appear to have dissuaded many of them.
Goldie, Ghetts and Jaguar to Offer Up Free Music Courses via FutureDJs
Future DJs is gearing up to launch digital music courses featuring the likes of Goldie, Jaguar, Ghetts, Tiffany Calver, Aitch, WhyJay, and others.
Miami DJ Hugo Bianco One of 21 Arrested in International Drug Raids
Hugo Bianco allegedly headed up a group charged with trafficking MDMA, ketamine, cannabis and ecstasy pills from several parts of Spain to Florida.
Posthumous Frankie Knuckles Track Shared from Upcoming Compilation, Jackmaster 7
“Carefree (I Am A Star)” by Frankie Knuckles has found a home on DJ International’s upcoming compilation.
200 Illegal Gatherings Dispersed in London over the Weekend
The news comes four days after the U.K. government announced that fines of up to £10,000 would be issued for illegal gatherings.
Berghain to Reopen for Public Art Exhibition, Studio Berlin
Famed Berlin nightclub Berghain opens for art exhibition featuring 85 local Berlin artists, dropping it’s strict door policy to welcome the public.
Illegal Rave of 10,000 in France Dispersed by Authorities
French authorities shut down an illegal rave that saw nearly 10,000 people in attendance amid regulations to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.
500-Person Outdoor Rave in London Shut Down By Police on Sunday
After responding to a noise complaint, London police discovered a large unsanctioned gathering in the Walthamstow Forest.
Police Arrest Polish DJ Avtomat During Warsaw LGBTQIA+ Protests
Avtomat of Polish collective Oramics found himself behind bars for protesting the detainment of another activist.
3 Arrested in Connection with Illegal “Scummerset” Rave
The three men arrested in connection with Scummerset are aged 22, 23 and 26, respectively.
Hajra Waheed’s Sound Installation, “HUM,” Unites Songs of Resistance from Across the Globe
“HUM” by Hadra Waheed uses 16 overhead speakers to play songs associated with social movements of South, Central and West Asia as well as Africa.
Erick Morillo Arrested in Miami on Suspicion of Sexual Battery
Erick Morillo has been arrested in connection with a December, 2019 incident involving another DJ who played alongside him at a private party.
Artists, Music Professionals Pen #NoSilenceInMusic Open Letter on Racism, Intolerance
“We, the British music industry are proudly uniting to amplify our voices, to take responsibility, to speak out and stand together in solidarity.”
Fabio & Grooverider Featured on 1st Episode of R.O.A.R: The ’90s Rave Podcast
The debut episode of R.O.A.R: The ’90s Rave Podcast sees Tom Latchem and Cris.E.Manic interview Fabio & Grooverider.
Robert Hood Samples Tamika Mallory, Dick Gregory on Upcoming EP
Robert Hood is gearing up to release an EP sampling two well-known civil rights activists.
Social Distancing Ignored at Gathering Under Kosciuszko Bridge in NYC
A party promoter called Renegade held an event under the Kosciuszko Bridge that appeared noncompliant with social distancing measures.
Chris Inperspective Launches Black Junglist Alliance to Close the Racial Divide in Drum and Bass
The Black Junglist Alliance has launched with the mission of “uniting Black artists, professionals and creatives from the world of jungle/drum & bass.”
Goldie Unveils the Timeless Capsule to Celebrate 25-Year Anniversary of Debut Album
Goldie’s debut album, Timeless, just turned 25. He’s celebrating by giving fans “loads more exclusive content” over the coming months.
2 Detained after Brawl over Face Masks on KLM Flight to Ibiza
Two British passengers of a KLM Royal Dutch Airlines flight were detained for instigating a fist fight after refusing to wear face masks.