​Nightclub lasers in India could be causing retinal damage, experts warn

​Nightclub lasers in India could be causing retinal damage, experts warn

Experts in India are warning that the increasing use of laser shows at nightclubs and other events is causing retinal damage, particularly for clubgoers aged 25 to 30. Doctors are seeing more incidents of this type of damage around the country, putting young people at greater risk. During the recent Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, five clubbers… Continue reading ​Nightclub lasers in India could be causing retinal damage, experts warn

Glasgow’s New World announces line-ups for former site of The Arches

Glasgow’s New World announces line-ups for former site of The Arches

Glasgow’s iconic nightclub, The Arches, closed its doors eight years ago, but the site is set to re-open this December as New World. Promoters Watchtower, who run the FLY Open Air festival and other Scottish events, will launch the nightclub with six nights already announced, including Fra.zier’s Open Till Close night with Gary Beck and… Continue reading Glasgow’s New World announces line-ups for former site of The Arches

​Warnings issued over “Silver Punisher” pills circulating in Manchester

​Warnings issued over “Silver Punisher” pills circulating in Manchester

Manchester-based drug testing facility MANDRAKE has issued a warning about a high-strength ecstasy pill known as the “Silver Punisher”. The warnings were published on October 2, stating that multiple pills that were tested contained an average MDMA content of 252 mg/tablet, which is 2.5 times the common dose. This has prompted MANDRAKE to warn people… Continue reading ​Warnings issued over “Silver Punisher” pills circulating in Manchester

Berghain has reportedly replaced its Fuktion-One soundsystem

Berghain has reportedly replaced its Fuktion-One soundsystem

After twenty years of faithful service, the legendary Funktion-One soundsystem in Berghain’s main room has been replaced. This news follows a similar overhaul made in 2017 to Panorama Bar’s soundsystem. Though the effects of the renovations are undisputed, Berghain regulars have taken to Reddit to lament the loss of the bass-heavy atmosphere. This is despite… Continue reading Berghain has reportedly replaced its Fuktion-One soundsystem

Spanish nightclub hit by deadly fire was ordered to close last year

Spanish nightclub hit by deadly fire was ordered to close last year

13 people died following a fatal fire outbreak that occurred in a nightclub in Spain. Fonda Milagros was the location where a deadly blaze erupted earlier this week. Two other nightclubs, Golden and Teatre, located next to Fonda Milagros, were also impacted by the fire but to a lesser extent. Reports say that the company… Continue reading Spanish nightclub hit by deadly fire was ordered to close last year

Two people arrested following 400-strong rave in Wiltshire

Two people arrested following 400-strong rave in Wiltshire

Over the weekend, an illegal rave was held in Wiltshire which attracted around 400 people, according to reports. The police were called to a particular site in Salisbury where they found approximately 250 vehicles, causing them to close nearby roads to prevent additional cars from arriving at the site. Despite serving a Section 63 order… Continue reading Two people arrested following 400-strong rave in Wiltshire

​Sama’ Abdulhadi takes over the next fabric presents mix

​Sama’ Abdulhadi takes over the next fabric presents mix

Sama’ Abdulhadi has been announced as the curator behind the upcoming fabric presents mix, set to be released on November 24. The Palestinian DJ and producer joins the ranks of recent mix curators such as Helena Hauff, Saoirse, and Chaos in the CBD. The compilation mix features 22 selections of techno, trance, and hip hop, including… Continue reading ​Sama’ Abdulhadi takes over the next fabric presents mix

Midland announces first EP in four years, ‘You Never Take Me Dancing’

Midland announces first EP in four years, ‘You Never Take Me Dancing’

Midland has announced the release of his first solo EP in four years. The EP, titled ‘You Never Take Me Dancing’, features four new tracks including the single ‘Drift Into The Algorithm’ which is currently available. This new project represents the next phase of Midland’s creative process following the release of his previous work –… Continue reading Midland announces first EP in four years, ‘You Never Take Me Dancing’

Kyiv’s ARSENAL XXII to close this month

Kyiv’s ARSENAL XXII to close this month

Arsenal XXII, a club based in Kyiv, has announced that it will temporarily close its doors to the public. The announcement, made via Instagram, did not specify how long the club would be closed for, or the reasons behind the closure. The 250-year-old building, which used to function as a weapons forge, was converted into… Continue reading Kyiv’s ARSENAL XXII to close this month

Fire at Spanish nightclub leaves 13 dead, with more still missing

Fire at Spanish nightclub leaves 13 dead, with more still missing

A fire broke out in the early hours of Sunday morning at the Murcia-based nightclub, Fonda Milagros, Spain. At least 13 people have died with police warning that the death toll may further rise as a number of attendees remain unaccounted for. It is believed that the cause of the fire started at around 6:00AM… Continue reading Fire at Spanish nightclub leaves 13 dead, with more still missing