​Andriy Kyrychenko unveils album dedicated to Ukrainian liberation artist

​Andriy Kyrychenko unveils album dedicated to Ukrainian liberation artist

Andriy Kyrychenko, the founder of the Next Sound Festival, has recently released a new album titled ‘MARIA,’ dedicated to Ukrainian liberation artist Maria Pryimachenko. The 14-track album was launched on February 23 by UK label Touched Music, with 50% of the proceeds going to cancer charities and Ukrainian charities respectively. Kyrychenko’s ‘MARIA’ pays tribute to… Continue reading ​Andriy Kyrychenko unveils album dedicated to Ukrainian liberation artist

Underground Resistance are the subject of upcoming Roland mini-documentary

Underground Resistance are the subject of upcoming Roland mini-documentary

A documentary mini-series by Roland aims to shed light on the history of Detroit’s Underground Resistance. Titled “Somewhere in Detroit”: Underground Resistance, Submerge, Techno and the Detroit Way, the mini-series is set to premiere on March 1 and will reveal the history of the collective and the creative culture in Detroit. One of the episodes… Continue reading Underground Resistance are the subject of upcoming Roland mini-documentary

A. G. Cook announces new album ‘Britpop’

A. G. Cook announces new album ‘Britpop’

British musician A.G. Cook has revealed that his new album “Britpop” will be released in May via his new label New Alias. The 24-track album is divided into three sections: “Past,” “Present,” and “Future,” which cover Cook’s electronic style, traditionally-aligned Britpop, and his modern sound, respectively. Cook said that the album is inspired by his… Continue reading A. G. Cook announces new album ‘Britpop’

Ushuaïa and Hï Ibiza reveal line-ups for 2024 opening parties

Ushuaïa and Hï Ibiza reveal line-ups for 2024 opening parties

Ushuaïa and Hï Ibiza have released the lineup for their joint season-opening party on 27th April, featuring artists such as ANYMA, Chris Stussy, and Eliza Rose. The two clubs have teamed up to offer a day-to-night party, starting at midday in Ushuaïa and finishing in the early hours at Hï Ibiza. This is not the… Continue reading Ushuaïa and Hï Ibiza reveal line-ups for 2024 opening parties

Digga D arrested and charged with drug offence following police raid on his home

Digga D arrested and charged with drug offence following police raid on his home

Rhys Angelo Emile Herbert, otherwise known as Digga D, has been charged with involvement in the supply of cannabis after police raided his home in Bracebridge Heath, Lincoln last Wednesday (February 21). The raid began while Digga was in the middle of an Instagram Live. Police vehicles, dogs and drones were present during the two… Continue reading Digga D arrested and charged with drug offence following police raid on his home

​Manchester’s Co-op Live and AO Arena go head to head in licensing debate

​Manchester’s Co-op Live and AO Arena go head to head in licensing debate

The Co-op Live arena, scheduled to open in April, has been refused a 24-hour alcohol license for 25 days a year. The AO Arena, one of the major competitors of the Co-op Live Arena, denied the opening of the venue as a result of concerns over public safety. The license is expected to enable Co-op… Continue reading ​Manchester’s Co-op Live and AO Arena go head to head in licensing debate

5.7 tonnes of cocaine found in banana shipment marks UK’s “largest” drugs bust

5.7 tonnes of cocaine found in banana shipment marks UK’s “largest” drugs bust

The UK has had its largest ever seizure of Class A drugs, as authorities confiscated around 5.7 tonnes of cocaine at Southampton Port. The National Crime Agency (NCA) and Border Force worked together to make the haul on 8 February. The drugs were discovered within a consignment of bananas from South America. They had been… Continue reading 5.7 tonnes of cocaine found in banana shipment marks UK’s “largest” drugs bust

Nightclub set within a Boeing 727-200 to open in Brazil

Nightclub set within a Boeing 727-200 to open in Brazil

Brazil is set to open a new nightclub inside a Boeing 727-200 that has been decommissioned and refurbished for this purpose. Called JETSET, the nightclub aims to offer an experience that goes beyond music, with D-Edge founder Renato Ratier as the captain of this journey. The nightclub will be located at the dance music complex… Continue reading Nightclub set within a Boeing 727-200 to open in Brazil

​Universal Music Group announces majority investment in Mavin Global

​Universal Music Group announces majority investment in Mavin Global

Mavin Global, the African label behind many of the world’s biggest Afrobeat hits, is set to receive a majority investment from Universal Music Group (UMG). The deal, expected to close in the second half of 2024, will help to accelerate the growth of Mavin Global’s outstanding creative platform. Founded in Lagos by Michael Collins Ajereh,… Continue reading ​Universal Music Group announces majority investment in Mavin Global

DJs Against Apartheid campaign reaches over 500 signatures in three days

DJs Against Apartheid campaign reaches over 500 signatures in three days

Since its launch on February 23rd, the campaign “DJs Against Apartheid” has gained over 500 signatures from electronic musicians recognizing the Palestinian cause. The list of supporters includes Logic1000, Saliah, Conducta, Mama Snake, and KAVARI. Artists from around the world have already pledged their support for the campaign, founded with the help of New York-based… Continue reading DJs Against Apartheid campaign reaches over 500 signatures in three days