The first three EPs under Jeff Mills’ Millsart project will be available through Axis Records next month.
Jeff Mills to Re-Release Every Dog Has Its Day Vol. 1-3
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Current news regarding artists, event organizers, venues, record labels, and other electronic music institutions outside of music releases themselves.
Charivari Detroit Announce Lineup for 2020 Digital Event
Several artists on the lineup of Charivari Detroit Music Festival’s digital festival have been announced.
Chuck Roberts of “My House” Fame to Feature on Lempo’s “Open House”
Lempo has enlisted Chuck Roberts, who delivered the spoken-word sample in “My House,” for a similar track titled “Open House.”
Chicago DJ D2A Dies of Suicide While Facing Charges for Wife’s Murder
Brian Rosin A.K.A. D2A has been found dead and hanging from a building in Chicago after being charged with the April homicide of his wife, Isabel.
Indoor Events Authorized to Return to England in August
England is getting ready to enter its fourth phase of reopening in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
3,000 Attend Illegal U.K. Rave with No Police Intervention
“We don’t have a standing army waiting to deal with these issues,” said Chief Superintendant Ian Wylie.
Joey Negro Called to Change Name Following The Black Madonna Controversy
Members of the dance music community have expressed outrage that Joey Negro has kept his moniker for 30 years.
The Black Madonna Rebrands to The Blessed Madonna Following Online Petition
Marea Stamper, previously known as The Black Madonna, was accused of cultural appropriation by Monty Luke.
Shambhala at Home Canceled After Billy Kenny Allegations Surface
Concerns about Billy Kenny had been brought to the attantion of Shambhala Music Festival’s organizers in 2017.
UK Garage Chronicled in Upcoming Book, ABC of UKG
ABC of UKG: An Alphabet Of UK Garage (The Golden Era) will offer a glimpse of the genre’s heyday from 1997-2001.
Jeff Mills Releases 9th Installment of Millsart EP Series
Jeff Mills has released the ninth installment of an EP series under his 20-year-old alias, Millsart.
Eddie Fowlkes and Loco Dice Upload Mini-Doc Ahead of EP Release
Loco Dice and Eddie Fowlkes chronicle a trip to Detroit in a mini-documentary of their upcoming album’s namesake.
IMS Business Report 2020 Suggests COVID-19 Halted Rebound for Dance Music Industry
The 2020 IMS Business Report projects a predictably grim outlook for the electronic music industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Larry Heard to Reissue 1994 Album, Sceneries Not Songs
Sceneries Not Songs marked a creative departure for pioneering Chicago deep house DJ and producer Larry Heard.
Native Instruments Announce Charity Sample Pack for Music Industry COVID-19 Relief
Native Instruments has donated €100,000 to seven charities to kick things off.
Billy Kenny Accused of Rape After Responding to Sexual Assault Allegations
Calgary DJ and producer bbmars has alleged that Billy Kenny raped her after a 2017 gig at The HiFi Club.
Billy Kenny Dropped from Shambhala at Home After Sexual Assault Allegations Surface
Billy Kenny posted a statement in response to one of the allegations after being removed from the Shambhala at Home lineup.
International Music Summit to Present 2020 IMS Business Report via Zoom
For the first time, the IMS Business Report will be followed by a live debate on its findings.
£2.2 million in Relief Allocated to Small Venues in Scotland
COVID-19 aid will soon be available to grassroots venues in Scotland.
Denis Kaznacheev to be Released on Bail as he Awaits Extradition
Friends, colleages and supporters of Denis Kaznacheev have made a step in the direction of his fair treatment.
U.K. Arts Relief Package Leaves Clubs to “Slip Through the Cracks” According to NTIA
Michael Kill of the Night Time Industries Association has challenged lawmakers to do more for nightclubs.
The Haçienda is being Recreated in Virtual Reality
Fac 51 The Hacienda VR will afford dance music fans the opportunity to relive nights at the club alongside other app users.
Artist Designs Miniature Replica of ’90s Club Wigan Pier
Wigan Pier has been immortalized with a miniature model by Mike Mahoney.
U.K. DJ, Producer and Radio Host Steve Sutherland Dies
The details of Steve Sutherland’s death remain unknown as of yet.
Junction 2 Announce Set Times for J2v Virtual Festival
J2v Virtual Festival added a new stage and doubled the number of headliners to lend more exposure to Detroit artists.
Balearic/Chill-Out Innovator José Padilla Diagnosed with Cancer
José Padilla has launched a GoFundMe page to help cover his expenses.
A £2 Million Fund by Youth Music Aims to Increase Diversity in Music
Youth Music will offer grants ranging from £5,000 to £30,000 to music brands with emphasis on diverse staffing.
Sub Club Director Usman Khushi Responds to Backlash over #SaveOurSub Campaign
Sub Club director Usman Kushi says he hasn’t made money on the club but understands how his posts could be considered insensitive.
Detroit and Cape Town DJs to Unite for All-Day Live Stream Event
Stacey Hotwaxx Hale, Whodat and Reggie Dokes will perform before a screening of Electric Roots: The Detroit Sound Project.
BBC Cancels Steve Barker’s On the Wire After 36-Year Run
On the Wire – the “longest-running continuous underground music show on U.K. radio” – is getting canceled.