New Copenhagen-based radio station Radio Panini, to begin broadcasting this weekend

New Copenhagen-based radio station Radio Panini, to begin broadcasting this weekend

Radio Panini, a new radio station, is set to launch in Copenhagen this week, as the city continues to establish itself as a dance music hub. The station, based in the Vesterbro district, will broadcast live on Saturday mornings and evenings, with shows stored on YouTube and SoundCloud. Seeking to emerge “from the club dancefloor”,… Continue reading New Copenhagen-based radio station Radio Panini, to begin broadcasting this weekend

SoundCloud reportedly going on sale for over $1 billion

SoundCloud reportedly going on sale for over $1 billion

After being saved from bankruptcy in 2017 by Raine Group and Temasek Holdings, SoundCloud is reportedly up for sale for over $1 billion, according to Sky News. The company has apparently begun speaking with investment banks, and possible bidders include the Raine Group and Singaporean state investment fund Temasek Holdings. SoundCloud laid off around 20%… Continue reading SoundCloud reportedly going on sale for over $1 billion

Australians call for nationwide pill testing following festival MDMA overdoses

Australians call for nationwide pill testing following festival MDMA overdoses

Calls for pill testing have escalated in Australia following a string of overdoses at popular music festivals. The latest incident occurred over the weekend at Melbourne’s Hardmission festival, where eight people were hospitalized after suspected MDMA overdoses. Three of those remain in critical condition. Several welfare groups have demanded the introduction of drug-checking services ahead of… Continue reading Australians call for nationwide pill testing following festival MDMA overdoses

Teenager dies after falling ill at Glasgow nightclub SWG3

Teenager dies after falling ill at Glasgow nightclub SWG3

An 18-year-old woman passed away on New Year’s Day, after feeling unwell while at Glasgow nightclub SWG3, according to a BBC report. This marks the third fatality at the venue within just four months, with Scott Allison and Marcus Dick both dying in August at the age of 18. SWG3 has temporarily closed as a… Continue reading Teenager dies after falling ill at Glasgow nightclub SWG3

Secondary school pupils in Nottingham to be offered DJ and music tech workshops

Secondary school pupils in Nottingham to be offered DJ and music tech workshops

A new initiative funded by Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire County Council will provide young people aged between 11-16 with DJ and music tech workshops. The workshops, hosted by Fast Forward Music, last between six weeks to a year and are aimed at young people who have “faced exclusion or challenges in traditional mainstream education.” The… Continue reading Secondary school pupils in Nottingham to be offered DJ and music tech workshops

​3,000-strong silent disco “keeps neighbours awake” in Cornwall

​3,000-strong silent disco “keeps neighbours awake” in Cornwall

A three-day rave held near a five-star campsite in Cornwall has been criticised for keeping over 1,000 guests awake at night. Treloy campsite owners, Abby and Richard Paull lodged a complaint against the organisers of the “unregulated loud rave music” at their neighbouring field, alleging that it continued beyond 2am at an ‘incredibly high disturbing… Continue reading ​3,000-strong silent disco “keeps neighbours awake” in Cornwall

KRANKk team up with the Ragga Twins for new cut ‘Think’

KRANKk team up with the Ragga Twins for new cut ‘Think’

Electronic music duo KRANKk has joined forces with the Ragga Twins to release their latest single, “Think”. The song is a fusion of genres such as jungle, drum ‘n’ bass, and liquid, while its lyrics delve into the theme of societal corruption and urge introspection on our impact on the world. KRANKk’s Thomas speaks about… Continue reading KRANKk team up with the Ragga Twins for new cut ‘Think’

Kappa FuturFestival has announced its first wave of artists for its 11th edition

Kappa FuturFestival has announced its first wave of artists for its 11th edition

Italy’s Kappa FuturFestival has confirmed its comeback for 2024 and announced its first phase of artists. Running for three days from July 5 to 7 in Torino, the festival will feature renowned artists such as Skrillex, Jeff Mills, Bonobo, DJ Tennis, and Tiësto. The line-up also includes Honey Dijon, Freddy K, The Blessed Madonna, Jane… Continue reading Kappa FuturFestival has announced its first wave of artists for its 11th edition

Bad Boombox’s Hot Meal Records shares second V/A compilation

Bad Boombox’s Hot Meal Records shares second V/A compilation

Berlin-based record label Hot Meal Records, created by Bad Boombox, has released its second V/A compilation to kick off 2021. Being the label’s ninth official release, it features songs from artists already well-established with Hot Meal Records, long-time mainstays, and fresh faces. The diverse cast includes MCR-T, Janis Zielinski, Ollie Lishman, MRD, and more. The… Continue reading Bad Boombox’s Hot Meal Records shares second V/A compilation

Ivy Lab venture back into d’n’b world with latest release

Ivy Lab venture back into d’n’b world with latest release

Ivy Lab is back with some new music, marking their return to the world of drum ‘n’ bass with their latest single titled ‘Idols Fall’. The liquid-infused cut features Seyaa on vocals and is accompanied by a track called ‘Snap 101’, both of which should delight fans of the genre. Furthermore, the duo has worked… Continue reading Ivy Lab venture back into d’n’b world with latest release