NASA’s Kennedy Space Center is set to host its first-ever techno party called “Kennedy Under the Stars”. The event will take place on February 2 and the space agency’s research centre will transform into a rave with a DJ-designed techno party, glow-in-the-dark elements, and a neon mini-golf section. NASA astronauts Christopher Ferguson and Nicole Stott,… Continue reading NASA’s Kennedy Space Center to throw an after-hours “techno party”
Category: Club Scene
Pioneer of New Age music, Iasos, dies aged 77
Iasos, a pioneer of New Age music, has passed away at the age of 77. The Greek-American musician died in Maui, Hawaii, on January 6, according to Carlos Niño, a close friend and producer. Iasos was an accomplished musician who began studying music when he was eight years old, continuing his education via self-study and… Continue reading Pioneer of New Age music, Iasos, dies aged 77
Sinéad O’Connor died of natural causes, reveals coroners report
The coroner’s report has revealed that Irish musician Sinéad O’Connor died of natural causes at the age of 56. The Southwark Coroner’s Court confirmed this in a statement released on January 9th. News of O’Connor’s death was confirmed in July last year by Raidió Teilifís Éireann, citing a statement from her family that requested privacy… Continue reading Sinéad O’Connor died of natural causes, reveals coroners report
Venues in California to be required to offer spiking test kits under new law
Starting from July 2024, California law stipulates clubs and bars must stock “roofie” testing kits to tackle spiking after the bill was introduced in April 2023. The testing kits were designed for club-goers to test for drugs such as ketamine and GHB to combat the ongoing crisis that is resulting in sexual assaults with female… Continue reading Venues in California to be required to offer spiking test kits under new law
Berlin nightclub Suicide Circus has been renamed Lokschuppen Berlin
A well-known Berlin nightclub has changed its name as of January 1, 2024. The Suicide Circus club will now be known as Lokschuppen Berlin. A statement released on social media explained that the club’s previous name had led to “misunderstandings and prejudices”. The club has become known for its electronic music and the transformation of… Continue reading Berlin nightclub Suicide Circus has been renamed Lokschuppen Berlin
Local politician attends six-day illegal rave in Spanish desert
After lasting six days, a week-long unlicensed rave in a remote desert area in Fuente Alamo, Murcia, Spain, has ended. The event, named Big Fucking Party, began on December 30 and attracted over 8,000 people, including expats from Germany, France, Italy and other places, many of whom participated in similar events last year. Last year’s… Continue reading Local politician attends six-day illegal rave in Spanish desert
Producers are sampling Amol Rajan’s “jungle” response on University Challenge
A clip from a recent episode of BBC 2 quiz show University Challenge has become popular on social media and transformed into a jungle track. During the episode, host Amol Rajan asked a dance music-related question to a group of University of Aberdeen students. The question asked what name is given to the genre of… Continue reading Producers are sampling Amol Rajan’s “jungle” response on University Challenge
MSG officially withdraws plans for Las Vegas-style sphere in London
Madison Square Garden Entertainment has officially withdrawn plans to build a MSG Sphere in East London, after investing millions into its development. The move comes after London mayor Sadiq Khan rejected the plans late last year, citing concerns over the negative impact it could have on local residents. The withdrawal also follows news of huge… Continue reading MSG officially withdraws plans for Las Vegas-style sphere in London
Jamie xx releases new single ‘It’s So Good’
Jamie xx has just released a new single titled ‘It’s So Good’ through the Young label. The track is the soundtrack to Chanel’s latest campaign COCO CRUSH, which launched globally yesterday. The single is Jamie xx‘s first since ‘KILL DEM’ and ‘LET’S DO IT AGAIN,’ both of which were released two years ago. Fans will… Continue reading Jamie xx releases new single ‘It’s So Good’
Idris Elba launches anti-knife crime campaign calling for ban of zombie knives and machetes
Actor and philanthropist, Idris Elba, has launched his “Don’t Stop Your Future” campaign aimed at the UK government to do more to tackle knife crime. Last year, the Home Office pledged to control access to “zombie knives” and machetes. Elba has further highlighted the danger as these types of weapons are easily accessible through online… Continue reading Idris Elba launches anti-knife crime campaign calling for ban of zombie knives and machetes