Streaming platform Spotify has launched a new tool called Showcase which allows artists to pay to feature on the app’s homescreen. The tool is described as a “campaign tool to give your music its moment” but artists have criticised it, saying it takes them further away from what they want: getting paid properly. The product… Continue reading Artists can now pay to feature on Spotify’s homescreen with new “Showcase” tool
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Kitty Amor is the subject of new documentary ‘Who’s Kitty Amor?’
The story of Kitty Amor and her rise to international fame as an Afro house DJ is told in Defected Records’ new short-film, ‘Who’s Kitty Amor’. Beginning her journey in Nottingham, Kitty honed her skills as a DJ at the house room of Stealth, a popular club for its £1 entry Tuesday nights. Her passion… Continue reading Kitty Amor is the subject of new documentary ‘Who’s Kitty Amor?’
Phonox reveals Autumn/Winter programme with Hunee, Digital Mystikz and Francesco Del Garda
London’s iconic venue, Phonox, has announced a lineup of outstanding techno and dubstep artists arriving for a series of shows during Autumn/Winter 2023. The roster comprises debut appearances from DJ Rubinstein, Mama Snake, and Francesco Del Garda. Marcel Dettmann and Mala have been given Friday residencies. The venue’s Spring/Summer season featured impressive concerts from artists… Continue reading Phonox reveals Autumn/Winter programme with Hunee, Digital Mystikz and Francesco Del Garda
Trevor Nelson leads new project on the impact of Black British Music
The contributions of Black British musicians to the music industry are being celebrated in a new online multimedia exhibition called ‘Union Black: Sounds of a Nation’, which was launched this month by Radio 1Xtra presenter Trevor Nelson MBE. The project, a Google Arts & Culture initiative, boasts over 200 multimedia stories created by 25 cultural… Continue reading Trevor Nelson leads new project on the impact of Black British Music
Brussels’ club Fuse relaunches in-house label for first release in over a decade
Belgium’s longest running techno club, Fuse, has re-launched its record label, Fuse Imprint, after a period of inactivity. The previous version of the label was home to the Fuse Presents mix series from the likes of Adam Beyer, Deetron, and Steve Bug, and the Fuse Club outlet, which released recordings from the likes of Bjork,… Continue reading Brussels’ club Fuse relaunches in-house label for first release in over a decade
Ban on single-use plastic cutlery comes into force bin England
Starting from Sunday, a ban on some single-use plastic products will be implemented across England to reduce the number of plastic items that are thrown away. Under the new rules, shops and hospitality businesses will not be allowed to provide plastic cutlery, polystyrene cups, and balloon sticks. The government’s aim is to protect the environment… Continue reading Ban on single-use plastic cutlery comes into force bin England
Winter warning as new energy price cap comes in
Despite a decrease in domestic energy prices over the next three months, charities have issued warnings regarding the upcoming difficult winter. Under regulator Ofgem’s price cap, the annual bill for a typical household will fall to £1,923 from Sunday. While it is £577 lower than last winter, some government support has been cut and bills… Continue reading Winter warning as new energy price cap comes in
Short-term lets licensing scheme comes into force
Scotland has introduced a new law that requires the operators of short-term lets (STLs) to obtain a licence or face a fine of up to £2,500 and even a ban. The idea behind the changes is to tackle anti-social behavior and help to deal with housing issues and homeless people, especially in hot spots such… Continue reading Short-term lets licensing scheme comes into force
Conservatives launch conference with towns funding pledge
As the Conservative Party conference launches in Manchester, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak has announced a £1.1bn cash boost for towns across the UK that have been “overlooked” by traditional politicians. The funding will go towards revitalising high streets and tackling anti-social behaviour and is separate from the levelling up fund. Torquay, Kilmarnock and… Continue reading Conservatives launch conference with towns funding pledge
Iceland boss quits Tories labelling party 'out of touch'
Supermarket chain Iceland’s CEO Richard Walker has resigned from the UK’s Conservative Party, citing it as “out of touch” and losing touch with business and consumers. Speaking ahead of the annual Conservative conference in Manchester, Walker said the party was “drifting out of touch” with the environment, business and the everyday people. Although the Conservatives… Continue reading Iceland boss quits Tories labelling party 'out of touch'