​Lanark Artefax ends hiatus with first record in four years, ‘Metallur’

​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

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

​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

​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 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

Banksy paints new mural in North London

Banksy paints new mural in North London

In a newly unearthed interview, Banksy has confirmed that he is the creator of a tree mural that appeared in North London on Sunday. The artwork depicts a tree with foliage, created using a cutback tree in the foreground and a green spray-painted wall behind. The mural was discovered on Hornsey Road in Finsbury, and… Continue reading Banksy paints new mural in North London

​Dr. Dre says he suffered three strokes after brain aneurysm in 2021

​Dr. Dre says he suffered three strokes after brain aneurysm in 2021

Music mogul Dr. Dre has recently revealed that he suffered a brain aneurysm in early January and had three resultant strokes. During his interview with James Corden on SiriusXM’s This Life Of Mine, Dre disclosed the details of his health scare. He narrated that he began experiencing symptoms and believed he could take a nap.… Continue reading ​Dr. Dre says he suffered three strokes after brain aneurysm in 2021

New Masters At Work and Nuyorican Soul albums are in the works

New Masters At Work and Nuyorican Soul albums are in the works

Louie Vega has confirmed that he and Kenny Dope are currently working on new Nuyorican Soul and Masters At Work albums. In an interview with DJ Mag, the New York house legend shared that he and his longtime collaborator have already made significant progress on a new Nuyorican Soul album, stating “We already did about… Continue reading New Masters At Work and Nuyorican Soul albums are in the works

​Def Jam rapper Boss has passed away aged 54

​Def Jam rapper Boss has passed away aged 54

Lichelle Marie Laws, also known as Boss, a Detroit-born rapper and one of the first women to sign with Def Jam, has died at age 54 after a battle with kidney failure, as reported by The Detroit News. Boss passed away on Monday, March 11th at Ascension Providence Hospital in Detroit’s Southfield. She had suffered… Continue reading ​Def Jam rapper Boss has passed away aged 54

Lefto Early Bird releases new album ‘Motherless Father’

Lefto Early Bird releases new album ‘Motherless Father’

Lefto Early Bird has released his debut album, “Motherless Father,” featuring 10 tracks on Gilles Peterson’s London-based label, Brownswood Recordings. The album includes singles previously released by the artist and showcases Lefto’s introspective and poetic side. It draws heavily from jazz, featuring both electronic elements and live instruments, alongside naturalistic and distorted vocals. The album… Continue reading Lefto Early Bird releases new album ‘Motherless Father’