What does Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick have in common with the aquatically themed techno music of Drexciya? Quite a lot, actually.
Weird Waters: A Drexciya Playlist for Moby-Dick
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Current news regarding artists, event organizers, venues, record labels, and other electronic music institutions outside of music releases themselves.
OXI Garten in Berlin Shut Down Following Noise Complaints
OXI Garten will remain closed until August at the earliest at the behest of Berlin’s Umweltamt, or environmental authority.
Printworks London Announces Addition of New Room, Inkwells
For its grand reopening for the fall/winter 2021 season, Printworks London has announced the addition of a new room, Inkwells.
New York City to Enact COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement for Indoor Gatherings
NYC will require club-goers to furnish proof of at least one vaccine shot for entry into concerts/music venues.
Chicago House Music Legend Paul Johnson Dead at 50
Chicago house music DJ and producer Paul Johnson has tragically passed away at age 50 after a battle with COVID-19.
Detroit Techno DJ and Producer K-Hand has Passed Away
Detroit native DJ and producer K-Hand (real name Kelli Hand), pioneer of Detroit techno and house music, has passed away.
Ibiza to Introduce “Party Detectives” to Combat Parties that Breach Lockdown Restrictions
The Spanish government has sought a new way to combat the spread of COVID-19 as cases continue to surge amid continuous unsanctioned events.
Berlin Clubs to Hold Trial Events Without Masks or Social Distancing
Six Berlin venues are slated to host indoor trial events without COVID safety measures in place for consenting PCR-tested adults this weekend.
Burning Man Quietly Begins “Beta Testing” for Art/Sustainability Initiative, 360 TrailBLAZE
The Burning Man Project’s latest initiative, designed to bolster local economies and support artists, begins trial runs this weekend.
Lineup Announced for Defected Croatia 2021
From August 6th-10th, the gathering by U.K. label heads Defected Records will take place at The Garden Resort in Tisno, Croatia.
New York’s Nightlife Advisory Council Proposes 4AM Curfews, Legal Drinking in Public Parks
New York’s Nightlife Advisory Council has recommended 4:00 AM curfews for bars and nightclubs, along with legal drinking in public parks.
Music from Around the World to be Stored in Bomb-Proof Vault Near North Pole
The Global Music Vault’s mission is to safeguard “the most important living musical expressions” with a high-tech, bomb-proof shelter.
Lobster Theremin Share Full Lineup for Debut Edition of LOBSTERFEST
Lobster Theremin has shared the full lineup for LOBSTERFEST, which is to take place at The Cause in its hometown of London on September 4th.
Multi-Day Festivals in the Netherlands Banned until September
A surge in positive COVID-19 cases in the Netherlands has led the Dutch government to ban multi-day festival events until September 1st.
France to Require Vaccine Passport or Negative COVID-19 Test Upon Entry to Nightclubs
New COVID-19 legislation in France was approved over the weekend that will require nightclub attendees to provide a health pass upon entry.
Belgium Announces Event Passport System, COVID Safe Ticket
Belgium has announced its own COVID Safe Ticket (CST) required to attend outdoor events like music festivals above the 1.500 guest mark.
Berghain to Host 3-Day Ostgut Ton Live Stream
Legendary Berlin-based electronic music club Berghain is hosting a three-day livestream of artists from its Ostgut Ton label.
Chicago House Artist Paul Johnson in Intensive Care Unit with COVID-19
Chicago house music DJ and producer Paul Johnson has been placed in intensive care after being infected with COVID-19.
Glastonbury’s 2-Day Equinox Festival will not be Held in September
Glastonbury Festival has made the decision to cancel its September gathering Equinox as ongoing COVID-19 troubles continue to plague the U.K.
REFORM Summer 2021 Lineup and Venue Announced
REFORM Summer 2021 will take place across five stages on Labor Day Weekend from September 5th-6th in Los Angeles.
Nearly 1/3 of UK Clubs have Closed Permanently in the Last 6 Years: Study
According to a study conducted by UK Hospitality, more than one quarter of U.K. nightclubs have closed permanently in the last six years.
Bradford’s National Science and Media Museum to Host Drum and Bass Exhibition
Sonic: Adventures in Audio is an interactive exhibition exploring jungle and drum & bass at the National Science and Media Museum.
DJ soyboi Launches Non Binary Artists and Creatives Database
DJ soyboi has introduced a five-tab spreadsheet for non-binary creatives across disciplines: the Non Binary Artists and Creatives Database.
UK Government Reverses Course, Full Vaccination to be Required for Club Entry
U.K. lawmakers have now shared that proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required for all nightclub and venue entry starting in September.
Ibiza Placed Back on UK’s Amber Travel List
After a spike in positive COVID-19 cases in Ibiza, the popular travel destination has been placed on the UK’s amber travel list once again.
South Korean Capital Enacts BPM Cap on Music in Gyms as COVID-19 Measure
The South Korean capital city of Seoul is taking a unique approach in its fight against COVID-19: slow BPMs.
Goldie Announces 7-Week Residency at London’s XOYO
Famed drum and bass producer, DJ, and label head Goldie has announced a seven-week residency at London’s XOYO.
Test Event in Ibiza Records No New COVID-19 Cases
A pilot event on the Balearic island of Ibiza in June reported no new COVID-19 infections among over 1,200 attendees.
30+ Event Organizers Suing Dutch Government over New COVID-19 Restrictions
Event organizers in the Netherlands are taking legal action against the Dutch government after new COVID-19 restrictions were imposed.
Kuala Lumpur DJ Gabriel Chong has Died at 48
Influential Kuala Lumpur dance music DJ Gabriel Chong has passed away at the age of 48 after an asthma attack and kidney problems.