James Blake, musician and producer, has launched a new streaming platform known as Vault in response to the current royalty rates from record labels and streaming services. The platform serves as a direct artist-to-fan service where users can subscribe to their favourite musicians for a monthly fee and receive unreleased music in return. Blake has… Continue reading James Blake launches streaming platform in response to “unfair” royalty rates
Category: Club Scene
Two Shell and FKA twigs team up on new single ‘Talk To Me’
Two Shell have revealed their latest single, ‘Talk To Me’, which features FKA Twigs. After teasing the track with various “versions” over the last few weeks, the elusive duo released the track via Bandcamp on March 19th. In light of their recent release, the acclaimed production entity posted a photo with FKA Twigs to their… Continue reading Two Shell and FKA twigs team up on new single ‘Talk To Me’
Fred again.., Four Tet and Skrillex help raise $20,000 for NYC’s City Soul Bus
The City Soul Bus, a converted school bus used as a DIY stage in New York, was recently robbed of its valuable production equipment. Just two days before its “biggest Riddim Bus event yet,” the crew was left without the essential tools needed to host sets on board. Responding quickly, a GoFundMe campaign was launched… Continue reading Fred again.., Four Tet and Skrillex help raise $20,000 for NYC’s City Soul Bus
Camden’s Roundhouse relaunches Resident Artist Programme
Roundhouse, the Camden music venue, has launched the application process for its 2024/26 Resident Artist Programme. The residency provides recipients with customised creative and development opportunities to help advance their music careers. Artists who are selected will receive monthly workshops, mentoring, and masterclasses. They will also be given the opportunity to perform at the Roundhouse.… Continue reading Camden’s Roundhouse relaunches Resident Artist Programme
Iglooghost returns with new album, ‘Tidal Memory Exo’
UK-born and Bristol-based producer Iglooghost has announced his first full-length album in three years, titled ‘Tidal Memory Exo’, which marks his debut release on LuckyMe. The album is set to feature the artist’s own vocals and is slated for release on May 10th. This announcement comes right after his most recent album release, ‘Lei Line… Continue reading Iglooghost returns with new album, ‘Tidal Memory Exo’
Lanark Artefax ends hiatus with first record in four years, ‘Metallur’
Lanark Artefax from Glasgow has announced his newest record in over four years entitled ‘Metallur’ set to release this April under ADD 93. The record features five tracks, with the lead single being ‘Metallur’ which has been released to all platforms. Artefax’s last release was a three-track EP called ‘Corra Linn’ in 2019. Artefax’s approach… Continue reading Lanark Artefax ends hiatus with first record in four years, ‘Metallur’
Michael Bibi will make return to the stage as a headliner on Coachella’s new electronic stage, Quasar
Coachella is shaking things up with the announcement of their brand-new electronic stage, Quasar, set to host a range of international DJs including headliner Michael Bibi. Goldenvoice, Coachella’s promoter, will host the new stage that features “3-hour plus” sets across both weekends of April 12-14 and April 19-21. Located where the old Sahara tent was,… Continue reading Michael Bibi will make return to the stage as a headliner on Coachella’s new electronic stage, Quasar
Afro Nation share documentary focused on amapiano and Afrobeats, A Movement
The annual Afro Nation music festival in Portugal has released a documentary film called “Afro Nation: A Movement,” which examines the impact of Afrobeats and amapiano music vibes. The documentary consists of interviews with leading artists such as Musa Keys, Black Sherif, The Compozers, Camidoh, Kamo Mphela, Skyla Tylaa, and Nelson Freitas, among others. The… Continue reading Afro Nation share documentary focused on amapiano and Afrobeats, A Movement
Brooklyn nightclub Rash to reopen next month following arson attack
Rash, a Brooklyn nightclub that was the victim of an arson attack in April 2022, is set to reopen next month. The New York club was forced to shut down following the incident that caused two people to be taken to hospital after sustaining injuries. The announcement that the club is to reopen in its original… Continue reading Brooklyn nightclub Rash to reopen next month following arson attack
To The Dancers, a documentary about Newcastle DIY venue Cobalt studios, is out now
To The Dancers, a new documentary exploring “the universal power of music and dance to protect and transform communities,” has been released. The film focuses on Newcastle’s Cobalt Studios, a DIY venue that has become a haven for the local queer scene, as well as rising stars in the music industry. The 24-minute film tells… Continue reading To The Dancers, a documentary about Newcastle DIY venue Cobalt studios, is out now