​Paris nightclub owner Laurent de Gourcuff fined €150,000 for “active corruption”

​Paris nightclub owner Laurent de Gourcuff fined €150,000 for “active corruption”

The owner of several Paris nightclubs, including Phantom, YoYo and T7, has been found guilty of “active corruption” and fined €150,000. Laurent de Gourcuff, who is the boss of Paris Society and owns more than 70 venues across France, was also handed a two-year suspended prison sentence and is banned from running businesses for five… Continue reading ​Paris nightclub owner Laurent de Gourcuff fined €150,000 for “active corruption”

Nia Archives announces debut album ‘Silence Is Loud’

Nia Archives announces debut album ‘Silence Is Loud’

UK-based artist Nia Archives has recently announced her debut album entitled ‘Silence Is Loud’. She has also released a new single carrying the same name as the album. The album will feature subjects concerning life in your twenties, relationships, and family, while also highlighting the “unconditional love” she has for her brother. The forthcoming album… Continue reading Nia Archives announces debut album ‘Silence Is Loud’

​Reprezent Radio launches emergency crowdfunder to secure its future

​Reprezent Radio launches emergency crowdfunder to secure its future

London-based youth-led radio station Reprezent Radio is appealing for financial assistance through a crowdfund campaign aimed at training and nurturing new talent. The station has been hard hit by rising operational costs, and difficulty in accessing government funding in the youth development sector. To date, the fundraising campaign has garnered support from musicians such as Annie… Continue reading ​Reprezent Radio launches emergency crowdfunder to secure its future

Arts Council England clarifies position on “political statements” from grant-winning organisations

Arts Council England clarifies position on “political statements” from grant-winning organisations

Arts Council England (ACE) has faced criticism after its update to the Relationship Framework policy, which urged funded organisations to consider the “reputational risks” of individuals making “overtly political statements.” ACE’s warning, made to National Portfolio Organisations and Investment Principles Support Organisations, caused fears that the council was seeking to limit freedom of expression. Almost… Continue reading Arts Council England clarifies position on “political statements” from grant-winning organisations

Justice share robot sex tape visual for new single ‘Generator’

Justice share robot sex tape visual for new single ‘Generator’

French electronic duo Justice have unveiled their music video for their latest single, “Generator.” Directed by Léa Ceheivi, the video features two humanoid robots engaging in X-rated activities before shedding their mechanical skin and revealing their humanity. Justice contends that the video explores how modern technology influences sexuality in society today. The duo has previously… Continue reading Justice share robot sex tape visual for new single ‘Generator’

Arthi announces her first-ever residency at London’s Phonox

Arthi announces her first-ever residency at London’s Phonox

Arthi has just made an exciting announcement about her debut residency at Phonox, a nightclub located in South London. Starting from April, Arthi will be delivering four events of multi-genre music each Friday, featuring a combination of reggaeton, UKG, UK funky, and Baile funk. The line-up for the night will be selected by Arthi herself… Continue reading Arthi announces her first-ever residency at London’s Phonox

Copenhagen nightclub and community events space ​MOTOPOL to close this week

Copenhagen nightclub and community events space ​MOTOPOL to close this week

MOTOPOL, a community-run events space located in Copenhagen, is set to close this week as the organisers were denied permission to throw cultural events within the former auto repair shop. The venue opened last year with the approval of municipal authorities, who recognized the demand for more cultural spaces in the city. Despite receiving support… Continue reading Copenhagen nightclub and community events space ​MOTOPOL to close this week

​Raji Rags reveals debut EP, ‘Congratulations’

​Raji Rags reveals debut EP, ‘Congratulations’

London-based DJ Raji Rags has recently teased the details of his first full EP, “Congratulations”, that will release this April, under his label, OTIH Records. Raj reveals the EP to be inspired by his personal and emotional experiences through the pandemic, his son’s birth, and personal health care scares. The EP consists of experimental sounds,… Continue reading ​Raji Rags reveals debut EP, ‘Congratulations’

Sussex Police sell soundsystem confiscated from illegal rave on eBay

Sussex Police sell soundsystem confiscated from illegal rave on eBay

Last summer, Sussex Police seized eight speakers from an illegal rave that took place in the Forest Row area of East Sussex, attended by just 50 people. As no one came forward to claim the equipment, it was recently sold on eBay by the police force. The “mixed brand” and well-used stack sold for £72.… Continue reading Sussex Police sell soundsystem confiscated from illegal rave on eBay

​Birmingham Hockey Social Club teams up with We Out Here Festival for new electronic programme

​Birmingham Hockey Social Club teams up with We Out Here Festival for new electronic programme

Hockley Social Club in Birmingham has joined forces with the We Out Here Festival to deliver a unique cultural experience in 2024. The converted factory has event-hosting facilities, DJ decks, and a sound system, making it perfect for electronic acts. The club will be home to UK electronic music producers, DJs, promoters, and collectives. We… Continue reading ​Birmingham Hockey Social Club teams up with We Out Here Festival for new electronic programme