Dekmantel reveals the first names for 2024 line-up, alongside extended 10-day programme

Dekmantel reveals the first names for 2024 line-up, alongside extended 10-day programme

In celebration of its tenth anniversary, Amsterdam-based electronic event Dekmantel has announced the initial lineup for its extended, 10-day-long festival. Boasting over 200 artists, the festival will take place across various locations in Amsterdam, kicking off at Het Hem for three days with sets from BICEP, Luke Slater, Aurora Halal, Avalon Emerson and DJ Python.… Continue reading Dekmantel reveals the first names for 2024 line-up, alongside extended 10-day programme

Music critic Neil Kulkarni has died aged 51

Music critic Neil Kulkarni has died aged 51

Neil Kulkarni, a music critic, writer, and author, has passed away at the age of 51. Kulkarni was born in Coventry, and his death was confirmed by his band, Moonbears, in a Facebook post on January 22. The post describes Kulkarni as a “dedicated husband and father” and a “gifted” journalist who prioritized his loved… Continue reading Music critic Neil Kulkarni has died aged 51

​Parklife reveals 2024 headliners including Doja Cat, Disclosure and J Hus

​Parklife reveals 2024 headliners including Doja Cat, Disclosure and J Hus

The organizers of Manchester’s Parklife Festival have unveiled the full list of artists performing at Heaton Park on June 8-9, 2024. Over 150 musical acts will appear, including some of the most popular in the industry today. Doja Cat, J Hus, and Disclosure are among the headliners, with the latter performing their only UK festival… Continue reading ​Parklife reveals 2024 headliners including Doja Cat, Disclosure and J Hus

AlphaTheta Corporation, owners of Pioneer DJ, announce new brand AlphaTheta

AlphaTheta Corporation, owners of Pioneer DJ, announce new brand AlphaTheta

AlphaTheta Corporation, the parent company of Pioneer DJ, has launched a new brand of music products called AlphaTheta, which will run alongside Pioneer DJ. This week, AlphaTheta is kicking off with the launch of some brand-new products. The name AlphaTheta refers to the brain wave frequencies achieved during “optimal performance” in line with its aim… Continue reading AlphaTheta Corporation, owners of Pioneer DJ, announce new brand AlphaTheta

​Armenian club Poligraf to be shuttered following “legal battles” with local authorities

​Armenian club Poligraf to be shuttered following “legal battles” with local authorities

The Armenian nightclub Poligraf will close following a year-long legal battle with local authorities, the club’s management announced. All events at the club were cancelled in January due to unforeseen circumstances. The club’s founders announced through Instagram that they would permanently shutter the club after taking the time to “assess the ecosystem of the sector… Continue reading ​Armenian club Poligraf to be shuttered following “legal battles” with local authorities

​Manchester’s Steam Radio to offer free DJ and Radio course for working class people

​Manchester’s Steam Radio to offer free DJ and Radio course for working class people

Steam Radio, a Manchester-based radio station, is offering a free DJ and radio course to working-class residents of Greater Manchester. The course will take place weekly on Wednesday nights at Steam Radio’s studios located in Hulme, Manchester. According to Steam Radio’s Instagram post, this course is “the perfect chance for a bedroom music lover to… Continue reading ​Manchester’s Steam Radio to offer free DJ and Radio course for working class people

Reading and Leeds owner submits plans for three-day festival in Luton

Reading and Leeds owner submits plans for three-day festival in Luton

Festival Republic, the organizer of Reading and Leeds festivals, has proposed a new three-day festival in Luton which would take place across the May bank holiday weekend. The festival would be held at Stockton Park, a 100-hectare site, pending approval of the applied premises license requested by Melvin Benn, the managing director of Festival Republic,… Continue reading Reading and Leeds owner submits plans for three-day festival in Luton

Nia Archives shares new track ‘Crowded Roomz’

Nia Archives shares new track ‘Crowded Roomz’

After returning from a summer festival, Nia Archives released a new single called “Crowded Roomz”. The song expresses feelings of loneliness and isolation that can occur while on tour. Archives says that despite being constantly surrounded by people, many times it seems that it’s difficult to find a connection with someone who understands them. The… Continue reading Nia Archives shares new track ‘Crowded Roomz’

Here is every track featured in Netflix’s new film, The Kitchen

Here is every track featured in Netflix’s new film, The Kitchen

The electronic-heavy soundtrack of Netflix’s new sci-fi drama, “The Kitchen,” has caught the attention of viewers. The film, directed by “Get Out” star Daniel Kaluuya and Kibwe Tavares, takes place in dystopian future London, where social housing no longer exists. The story revolves around two characters, Izi and 12-year-old Benji, as they try to survive… Continue reading Here is every track featured in Netflix’s new film, The Kitchen

Berlin Senate drops controversial “anti-discrimination clause” for arts funding

Berlin Senate drops controversial “anti-discrimination clause” for arts funding

The Berlin Senate has decided to remove its restrictive “anti-discrimination clause” for cultural institutions applying for arts funding. According to a statement from the Department of Culture and Social Cohesion, the clause is no longer required due to concerns over its legality. The clause, introduced in December 2023, required cultural institutions to subscribe to the… Continue reading Berlin Senate drops controversial “anti-discrimination clause” for arts funding