Owners of Pikes and Ibiza Rocks launch new 6000-capacity venue in San Antonio

Owners of Pikes and Ibiza Rocks launch new 6000-capacity venue in San Antonio

Ibiza will welcome a new outdoor venue called 528 Ibiza, which will accommodate up to 6,000 people. The venue will be located in the former zoo once held by The Zoo Project in Benimussa, San Antonio. The first shows will see performances from BBC Radio 1 Dance and Brunch Electronik in July. The venue consists… Continue reading Owners of Pikes and Ibiza Rocks launch new 6000-capacity venue in San Antonio

Spotify’s former licensing head claims the streaming service “deprives” artists of royalties

Spotify’s former licensing head claims the streaming service “deprives” artists of royalties

Adam Parness, former Global Head of Publisher Licensing at Spotify, has criticized the streaming service’s subscription changes, calling them “misguided and unfair.” In an article for Billboard, Parness said that the new “bundled subscription” is an ill-informed attempt to deprive songwriters and music publishers of their rightfully earned U.S. mechanical royalties. The premium individual, duo,… Continue reading Spotify’s former licensing head claims the streaming service “deprives” artists of royalties

ARC Music Festival partners with House Music 40 for pop-up event in Chicago

ARC Music Festival partners with House Music 40 for pop-up event in Chicago

ARC Music Festival and House Music 40 have joined forces for a pop-up event celebrating 40 years of house music at Daley Hall in Chicago on May 29. The event is part of a series of Chicago-wide festivities honoring the genre. The celebration will feature performances by DJ Heather, Derrick Carter, and other Chicago natives.… Continue reading ARC Music Festival partners with House Music 40 for pop-up event in Chicago

Diddy’s former friends and employees allege “abusive and violent” behaviour

Diddy’s former friends and employees allege “abusive and violent” behaviour

Rolling Stone has published an investigative piece in which Diddy’s former colleagues, employees, and artists affiliated with his record company Bad Boy have accused him of abusive and violent behaviour. The article follows the release of CCTV footage last week that caught Diddy, real name Sean Combs, kicking his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, to the ground.… Continue reading Diddy’s former friends and employees allege “abusive and violent” behaviour

Travis Scott settles final Astroworld wrongful death lawsuit

Travis Scott settles final Astroworld wrongful death lawsuit

Travis Scott has reportedly settled the last of nine wrongful death lawsuits filed against him in the wake of the Astroworld Disaster in 2021, according to The Houston Chronicle. The Astroworld Festival’s third year saw the death of ten people and hundreds more injured due in part to a crowd crush during the rapper’s headline… Continue reading Travis Scott settles final Astroworld wrongful death lawsuit

​The Warehouse Project locks in Jungle, Bonobo and Honey Dijon for 2024 launch party

​The Warehouse Project locks in Jungle, Bonobo and Honey Dijon for 2024 launch party

Manchester event series, The Warehouse Project, has revealed details of its opening party for 2024. The event, called Repercussion, is set to take place on September 14 and will offer a 12-hour, cross-city day-to-night experience featuring over 50 artists. The event will be held at Depot Mayfield and surrounding areas, including the Star & Garter… Continue reading ​The Warehouse Project locks in Jungle, Bonobo and Honey Dijon for 2024 launch party

Jamz Supernova to bring Future Bounce to the Barbican Centre

Jamz Supernova to bring Future Bounce to the Barbican Centre

Jamz Supernova recently announced the lineup for her label showcase of Future Bounce, which will take place on August 9 at London’s Barbican Centre. The event promises to be a celebration of electronic music and its intersection with artistic expression. “Each of these acts’ live performance is art in and of itself,” Jamz said. “Expect… Continue reading Jamz Supernova to bring Future Bounce to the Barbican Centre

Dialled In shares line-up for flagship London day party

Dialled In shares line-up for flagship London day party

London’s The Cause will host a South Asian-focused club night on September 7, promoted by collective Dialled In. The bill will feature DJs including NAINA, MadStarBase, Heems and Haseeb Iqbal, along with lesser-known performers covering world music, electronic sounds and club hits. Dialled In intends to use Arts Council funding to showcase under-represented artists from… Continue reading Dialled In shares line-up for flagship London day party

Reading and Leeds festival announce new stage The Aux

Reading and Leeds festival announce new stage The Aux

Reading and Leeds Festival have revealed the addition of a new stage named The Aux that will feature a variety of internet personalities and social media stars. The first of its kind stage will present interactive talks, live podcasts, debates and other dynamic, hands-on activities that will showcase some of today’s most popular and culturally… Continue reading Reading and Leeds festival announce new stage The Aux

Tropikali Festival announces return to Amsterdam for sixth time

Tropikali Festival announces return to Amsterdam for sixth time

The Tropikali Festival is set to return to the NDSM wharf in Amsterdam this year for a whole weekend of celebration. After a successful debut in 2018 as a one-day festival, Tropikali promises an even more exciting experience for its visitors, with four stages set to showcase a range of musical genres and cultural influences.… Continue reading Tropikali Festival announces return to Amsterdam for sixth time