Monkey Shoulder, Gilles Peterson’s Worldwide FM and Mixmag have teamed up to launch a music initiative called ‘Studio Monkey Shoulder’. With a £10,000 grant available, it is intended to support the UK grassroots music community. To coincide with the launch, they held a panel and Q&A on the future of grassroots music. The event was… Continue reading “Grassroots is from the ground up”: Inside Studio Monkey Shoulder, the new grassroots music initiative
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No liberty in addiction, says minister on smoking ban law
Plans to make it illegal for people in the UK born after 2009 to buy tobacco have been defended by the health secretary. Victoria Atkins argued that the move would create a “smoke-free generation” while critics, including former Prime Minister Liz Truss, suggested it would limit personal freedom. Although Conservative MPs will be permitted to… Continue reading No liberty in addiction, says minister on smoking ban law
Ex-Post Office boss regrets 'missed opportunity' to halt Horizon scandal
David Miller, a former Post Office chief operations officer, has expressed regret for not reading an IT expert’s report that identified deficiencies in the Horizon IT system. Speaking at a public inquiry into the Horizon scandal, Miller said that he could have taken action to resolve the problems raised in the report had he read… Continue reading Ex-Post Office boss regrets 'missed opportunity' to halt Horizon scandal
What is the UK smoking ban, how will it work and when will it start?
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is pushing for a ban on smoking in the country. Lawmakers are currently debating plans to establish a “smoke-free generation” and reduce smoking-related deaths. Under a new law, the age for cigarette sales would increase by one year annually, effectively prohibiting people born in 2009 or later from legally purchasing… Continue reading What is the UK smoking ban, how will it work and when will it start?
Local elections 2024: When and where are they, and who can vote?
Tuesday marks the final opportunity for anyone who wishes to register to vote in the local elections taking place in May. Councillors and mayors will be elected in some parts of England, while in others the electorate will choose the Mayor of London, London Assembly members, and a total of ten mayors from outside the… Continue reading Local elections 2024: When and where are they, and who can vote?
French clubs granted “cultural status” as part of new legislation
France’s Minister of Culture, Rachida Dati held a meeting with Culture Nuit, a union representing the French nightlife industry, on April 2 to announce that clubs will now be granted “acteurs culurels” status. This title is normally reserved for individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to French culture, including musicians, filmmakers, and events… Continue reading French clubs granted “cultural status” as part of new legislation
Wuppertal nightclub Open Ground unveils first resident DJs
Recently, Open Ground, a brand new nightclub located in Wuppertal, revealed the names of its first four resident DJs. Announced through their Instagram page, the club confirms that Josey Rebelle, Tasha, Fadi Mohem, and Elke will be taking regular turns at the decks. “Welcome to Open Ground’s first four resident DJs who embody the spirit… Continue reading Wuppertal nightclub Open Ground unveils first resident DJs
Rico Wade, OutKast collaborator and member of Organized Noize, has died aged 52
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New open letter from the UK music industry is urging young people to register to vote
The music industry has issued an open letter to encourage 18-34 year olds to register to vote before the April 16 deadline for the upcoming UK Mayoral Elections. Although six million young people attended festivals and electronic music events last year, approximately the same amount did not register to vote in the previous Mayoral Election.… Continue reading New open letter from the UK music industry is urging young people to register to vote
Jamie xx and Honey Dijon join forces on new track, ‘Baddy On The Floor’
British producers Jamie xx and Honey Dijon have released a new collaborative single called “Baddy On The Floor” on the label Young. The inspiration for the track came during the pandemic, when the two producers began working together over video calls. “Baddy On The Floor” first appeared during Jamie xx’s headline set at the All… Continue reading Jamie xx and Honey Dijon join forces on new track, ‘Baddy On The Floor’