DJ Godfather Announces Wooooo! EP via Databass

by John Cameron | April 12, 2021 | Ghettotech, Heritage Artists | 0 Comments

On April 2nd DJ Godfather released the Loud Mouth EP, and on the 23rd he’ll follow it up with the Wooooo! EP – both by way of Databass.

London’s Colour Factory Set to Open with New Outdoor Area

by Umut Avialan | April 12, 2021 | Culture, Stories | 0 Comments

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

by John Cameron | April 12, 2021 | Stories | 0 Comments

Footage from a Soho House after party for a fashion show hosted at Berghain suggests that masks and social distancing were not enforced.

Rene Wise Delivers Pleasure Note EP via SK11_X

by John Cameron | April 12, 2021 | Minimal Techno, Sounds, Techno | 0 Comments

Gracing the SK11_X sub label of Setaoc Mass’ SK_eleven imprint is the latest from Rene Wise, the Pleasure Note EP.

Dirtywave Releases M8 Tracker-Based Portable Synthesizer

by Jay Remy | April 11, 2021 | Studio Gear, Tech | 0 Comments

The Dirtywave M8 is a powerful new tracker sequencer, synthesizer and sampler that is completely portable.

Yant Releases Contravention EP on SK_eleven

by Phil Scilippa | April 9, 2021 | Minimal Techno, Sounds, Techno, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Yant’s SK_eleven release comprises four stunning minimal techno tracks in Yant’s distinctive and enticing style.

Love & Sabres Launch Merchandise in Memory of Andrew Weatherall

by Phil Scilippa | April 9, 2021 | Stories | 0 Comments

The line of t-shirts and sweatshirts was produced by Andrew Weatherall’s longtime friend and production partner, Keith Tenniswood.

Synthesis For All: Audiokit Synth One Releases Free Guidebook

by Jacob Stadtfeld | April 8, 2021 | Software, Tech, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Audiokit’s Synth One: The Ultimate Guide is a deep but accessible dive into the world of digital synthesis.

Sounds

Specific Objects Inaugurates Twice Infinity Label with EP of the Same Name

by John Cameron | Mar 2, 2021 | Hard Techno, Sounds, Techno

Austrian artist Specific Objects has launched a record label called Twice Infinity with a debut techno EP of the same name.

Forest On Stasys Releases Deep Techno Record, Mantrum, on Harmony Rec.

by John Cameron | Mar 1, 2021 | Deep Techno, Sounds

For his debut on Prague label Harmony Rec., Buenos Aires talent Forest On Stasys has offered up a sublime deep techno record.

Regent Returns to Planet Rhythm with Obsidion EP

by John Cameron | Mar 1, 2021 | Fast Techno, Sounds, Techno

For his first release on Planet Rhythm since November’s Iron Dreams EP, Regent has offered up more of his distinctive style of techno.

Ravn Jonassen to Release Electro EP, Fatima, The Struggle is Real! via Burial Soil

by John Cameron | Feb 24, 2021 | Electro, Sounds

Berlin artist Ravn Jonassen’s latest endeavor was inspired by U.K. politicians’ suggestion that workers in the arts must “retrain and find new jobs.”

Divide and Oisel Collaborate on Ciclo EP via Affekt Recordings

by John Cameron | Feb 24, 2021 | Dub Techno, Sounds, Techno

Divide and Oisel’s three-track minimal/dub techno record, The Ciclo EP, released in digital format via Italian label Affekt Recordings.

Subsist Records Releases 6-Song Techno EP by Anonymous Project, Group

by John Cameron | Feb 23, 2021 | Experimental, Sounds, Techno

The latest effort by anonymous techno/experimental outfit Group has found a home on Subsist Records, who have worked with Faith Disciplines on the release.

Seb Zito to Release Debut Album via Eats Everything’s Edible Beats

by John Cameron | Feb 23, 2021 | House, Sounds, UK Garage

U.K. DJ and producer Seb Zito will release Truth In My Steps, distilling influences from his entire music career into an 11-track album.

Silverlining Stuns in Minimal House Double LP, Simulacra

by John Cameron | Feb 19, 2021 | House, Minimal House, Sounds

Simulacra, comprises eight singles and marks Silverlining’s first-ever double LP on his own Silverlining Dubs record label.

Queen Sudhara, Perel Remix el nino diablo’s “Shadow Dancer”

by John Cameron | Feb 19, 2021 | Experimental, Sounds

el nino diablo has enlisted Queen Sudhara of Faithless and Perel of DFA Records for Shadow Dancer (Remixes), breathing new life into the ShadowPlay EP.

Stories

Glastonbury Organizers Apply for September Concert License

by Nick Yopko | Mar 23, 2021 | Event, Stories

In addition to the concert application, Glastonbury’s also submitted for a permit to host a “family-friendly” event sometime in the summer.

Lineup Announced for 2021 Edition of Albanian Festival Kala

by Umut Avialan | Mar 22, 2021 | Event, Stories

Mainstage Festivals, the organizers of the electronic music festival Kala, have announced their full lineup for 2021.

Berghain to Reopen as a Gallery for the Second Time

by Umut Avialan | Mar 22, 2021 | Culture, Stories

The world-famous nightclub Berghain will reopen as a gallery with a installation by Danish artist Jakob Kudsk Steensenn.

London Club The Cause to Reopen with 2-Day Party

by Phil Scilippa | Mar 13, 2021 | News, Stories, Venue

“Having the opportunity to let people move around again, to have the freedom to dance, it will be an amazing moment in time,” said The Cause Co-Founder Stuart Glen.

Former Ghost Ship Master Tenant Sentenced, Unlikely to Serve more Prison Time

by Phil Scilippa | Mar 13, 2021 | News, Stories, Venue

After pleading guilty to 36 counts of manslaughter, former Ghost Ship master tenant Derick Almena is unlikely to serve any more prison time.

Fabric Announces 7-Week Livestream Event, London Unlocked

by Nick Yopko | Mar 9, 2021 | Event, Stories

The Arts Council England-powered event by Fabric will host performances from Skream & Crazy D, SHERELLE, Djrum, Tim Reaper, Batu, and others.

All Points East 2021 Dates and Saturday Headliners Announced

by Nick Yopko | Mar 9, 2021 | Event, Stories

The second day of All Points East will include performances by Jaime xx, Kano, Tom Misch, Little Simz, Romy, and others.

1,300 Attend Event in Amsterdam for COVID-19 Study

by Umut Avialan | Mar 8, 2021 | Event, Stories

Following the Dutch government’s recent announcement, an event took place to study COVID-19 transmission on March 6th in Amsterdam.

Daytimers UK and No Nazar to Host Live Stream Fundraiser for Indian Farmers’ Protest

by John Cameron | Mar 5, 2021 | Culture, Stories

Daytimers UK and No Nazar have partnered on a live stream event called Solidarity With Our Farmers ti benefit Khalsa Aid International.

Tech

Goodbye Flash Drives? Denon DJ Brings Dropbox Streaming to Engine Prime 1.6

by Jacob Stadtfeld | Feb 26, 2021 | Studio Gear, Tech

Denon DJ is bringing cloud storage synchronicity to their full range of standalone hardware and track preparation software.

Spotify Introduces Lossless HiFi Streaming Subscription

by Nick Yopko | Feb 23, 2021 | Streaming, Tech

Later this year, Spotify will offer subscribers access to high-quality lossless audio via a new program called Spotify HiFi.

Ableton Releases Version 11 of Ableton Live Software

by Jacob Stadtfeld | Feb 23, 2021 | Software, Tech

Ableton has released Version 11 of its flagship Ableton Live software, building on the DAW’s virtual sound design tools and workflow improvements.

Roland’s Iconic JUNO-60 is Now Available in Roland Cloud

by Jay Remy | Feb 20, 2021 | Software, Tech

Roland’s JUNO-60, an iconic poly-synth defined the sound of the 1980s, is finally available as an official Roland Cloud plugin.

Novation Strikes a Chord: The New Circuit Tracks Digital Groovebox

by Jacob Stadtfeld | Feb 17, 2021 | Studio Gear, Tech

Novation has ventured further into the world of standalone studios-in-a-box with their latest offering: the Circuit Tracks digital groovebox.

Pioneer CDJ-3000 Firmware Update 1.08 Features Full Track Caching And KUVO Support

by Jay Remy | Feb 13, 2021 | DJ Gear, Tech

Pioneer DJ’s string of innovations continues on with a recent firmware update for the CDJ 3000 Media Player offering track caching and KUVO integration.

SoundCloud to Allow Direct Payments Between Fans and Artists

by John Cameron | Feb 8, 2021 | Streaming, Tech

SoundCloud looks to be taking a page out of Patreon and OnlyFans’ book with an upcoming feature that will allow direct payments between fans and artists.

Prolink Tools Shows Track IDs in Any Live Stream

by Jay Remy | Feb 5, 2021 | Software, Tech

Evan Purkisher’s Prolink Tools app looks to make things even easier for the modern-day trainspotter.

MIDI 2.0: a Brief (and Simple) Guide

by Jay Remy | Jan 31, 2021 | Software, Studio Gear, Tech

MIDI 2.0 provides faster and clearer communication environments between digital instruments and software, and more expressive control over singular notes.

Conforce Releases Wavetable EP via Sungate

by John Cameron | Apr 6, 2021 | Sounds, Techno

Spanish record label Sungate has given a home to the Wavetable EP – the latest release by Dutch producer Conforce.

Detroit Techno DJ and Producer Tim Baker has Died

by John Cameron | Apr 5, 2021 | Obituary, Stories

The global electronic music community mourns the loss of Tim Baker. The Detroit DJ and producer passed away suddenly over the weekend.

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