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.
Musician Behind Sample in Daft Punk’s “One More Time” has Never Received Royalties
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Current news regarding artists, event organizers, venues, record labels, and other electronic music institutions outside of music releases themselves.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ibiza to Require Digital Green Certificate of Tourists in Lieu of Tests and Quarantines
Spanish officials have announced that the country will adopt the Digital Green Certificate system proposed by the EU in March.
The DMC World DJ Championships will Return in 2021
The DMC Championships has announced its next iteration, and the 2021 series of events will take place online once again.
Pacha Group to Open New Venue in London’s West End
The Pacha Group will reopen recently closed Café de Paris, one of the British capital’s oldest nightclubs, as Lìo London.
SBA to Begin Accepting Applications for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
Following technical difficulties, the Small Business Administration’s Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program will accept applicants.
DJ Stingray, DVS1, Rebekah and Others Billed for E1’s Summer 2021 Program
E1 is moving full speed ahead with a summer relaunch. If all goes to plan, the London nightclub's COVID-19-imposed lapse in operations will end from June 25th with a roster of underground dance music notables. DJs like DVS1, Recondite, Ellen Allien, DJ Stingray...
Lobster Theremin Announce New Festival, LOBSTERFEST
Lobster Theremin, a record label steadfast in its commitment to dance music eclecticism, has announced a festival called LOBSTERFEST.
UK Festival Boomtown Fair Canceled for Second Year in a Row
Boomtown Fair has been forced to forced to call off for the second time due to COVID-19 uncertainty in the absence of government insurance.
Web-Based Virtual Experience RAVE SPACE to Open with 3D Club Events
Berlin’s first virtual 3D club, RAVE SPACE, opens its doors on April 23rd with a digital event for visitors worldwide.
Fyre Festival Settlement Awards Ticket Holders $7,226 Apiece
A class action lawsuit against Fyre Festival organizer Billy McFarland has now reached a $2 million settlement.
ADE Launches Online Discussion Forum with Free-to-View Live Stream
Amsterdam Dance Event has launched its online discussion forum, ADE In Conversation, which is free to view.
Dialogue and Midnight Lovers open Chapter One, an Appointment-Only Record Store in LA
Los Angeles-based promoters Dialogue and Midnight Lovers have teamed up to open Chapter One, a new appointment-only record store.
The Memorial Service for Tim Baker has been Announced
Tim Baker collapsed during his performance for a charity live stream event in Chicago, according to a statement.
ARC Music Festival to Debut in Chicago over Labor Day Weekend 2021
Auris Presents just announced ARC Music Festival, which will take place at Chicago’s Union Park over Labor Day Weekend.
Berghain Spared from Police Investigation of Bottega Veneta’s Soho House Party
The Soho House after party for a Bottega Veneta fashion show at Berghain is under police investigation for flouting COVID-19 guidances.
London’s Colour Factory Set to Open with New Outdoor Area
Colour Factory, a venue situated in East London, is planning to reopen with a new outdoor area called Colour Garden.
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.