Ben Hauke announces debut album ‘Club Cute’

Ben Hauke announces debut album ‘Club Cute’

‘Club Cute’, the debut album from South London producer and DJ, Ben Hauke, will be released on June 21 by Touching Bass. The album is billed as a “love letter to club culture.” The first single, ‘Heyyyyy’ is already available Bandcamp and streaming services. Hauke described the single as a “tunnel channelling my subconscious. A… Continue reading Ben Hauke announces debut album ‘Club Cute’

New book chronicles 30 years of Brussels’ Fuse nightclub

New book chronicles 30 years of Brussels’ Fuse nightclub

Brussels nightclub, Fuse, celebrates its 30th anniversary with the launch of a new book entitled, “Fuse – 30yrs of Making Noise.” The book, due for release in November 2024, is a collaboration between AfterClub Publishing and Fuse, and it is written by Koen Galle, a DJ and journalist. The book tells the story of the… Continue reading New book chronicles 30 years of Brussels’ Fuse nightclub

Humza Yousaf will not resign as Scotland's first minister

Humza Yousaf will not resign as Scotland's first minister

Scotland’s first minister, Humza Yousaf, has declared his intention to continue in his post despite facing a no-confidence vote next week. Yousaf is optimistic that he will be able to retain his position and has expressed a desire for the Scottish Greens to retract their involvement in the attempt to remove him. The politician faced… Continue reading Humza Yousaf will not resign as Scotland's first minister

Ebbw Vale: Teen arrested after school placed in lockdown

Ebbw Vale: Teen arrested after school placed in lockdown

A school in Ebbw Vale, Wales, has lifted its partial lockdown, which was implemented after a pupil allegedly received threats and a teenage boy was arrested on suspicion of making these threats. Gwent Police received a call at around 10:20 BST on Friday and attended the secondary campus of the Ebbw Fawr Learning Community. The… Continue reading Ebbw Vale: Teen arrested after school placed in lockdown

​Co-op Live Arena boss quits just days after venue’s scheduled opening

​Co-op Live Arena boss quits just days after venue’s scheduled opening

Gary Roden, the general manager of Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, has resigned following delays and controversies surrounding the newly opened venue. Co-op Live Arena is now the largest indoor arena in the UK, with a capacity of 23,500. Roden has recently come under fire for his comments on the state of grassroots music venues… Continue reading ​Co-op Live Arena boss quits just days after venue’s scheduled opening

Kid Cudi forced to cancel world tour after breaking foot at Coachella

Kid Cudi forced to cancel world tour after breaking foot at Coachella

Kid Cudi has been forced to cancel his upcoming world tour after breaking his foot during a performance at Coachella festival last weekend. The incident occurred when the artist tried to jump into the crowd during his set at the festival’s Sahara Tent on Sunday, ultimately leading to his mid-set exit. In a statement shared… Continue reading Kid Cudi forced to cancel world tour after breaking foot at Coachella

Dr. Rubinstein makes her production debut with new EP, ‘Rubi’s Acid Spa’

Dr. Rubinstein makes her production debut with new EP, ‘Rubi’s Acid Spa’

Dr. Rubinstein, known for her DJ sets, has released her first EP under her freshly launched label, Uppers and Downers. The three-track EP, called ‘Rubi’s Acid Spa’, took two years to complete and was inspired by dancefloor sounds and nostalgia. The record includes 303s, rolling drums, and acid basslines. The album debuted at a listening… Continue reading Dr. Rubinstein makes her production debut with new EP, ‘Rubi’s Acid Spa’

Co-op Live: Peter Kay says new Manchester arena's fresh delay is 'very disappointing'

Co-op Live: Peter Kay says new Manchester arena's fresh delay is 'very disappointing'

Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, UK, has delayed its grand opening yet another time. The United Kingdom’s biggest indoor arena was expected to open earlier this week as comedian Peter Kay was set to perform. However, the opening was delayed, and the venue has now pushed it to May as it is still not ready.… Continue reading Co-op Live: Peter Kay says new Manchester arena's fresh delay is 'very disappointing'

McGurk's Bar bombing merits new inquests, says attorney general

McGurk's Bar bombing merits new inquests, says attorney general

After uncovering new evidence, the attorney general has recommended new inquests into the McGurk’s Bar bombing, which killed 15 people in December 1971. The attack was carried out by the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF), but the families of the victims have long suspected that British armed forces had obtained advanced knowledge of the attack. One… Continue reading McGurk's Bar bombing merits new inquests, says attorney general