North-East based Magic Ritmo imprint launches, debuts with EP reissue of Adel Dhibi’s ‘M’Hajer’ album

North-East based Magic Ritmo imprint launches, debuts with EP reissue of Adel Dhibi’s ‘M’Hajer’ album

The North East has welcomed a new record label, Magic Ritmo, which has introduced its inaugural release. The label is launching the re-release of Adel Dhibi’s “M’Hajer” album on vinyl for the first time in a curated EP. Before this release, the album was only accessible on CD and cassette. Adel Dhibi recorded the album… Continue reading North-East based Magic Ritmo imprint launches, debuts with EP reissue of Adel Dhibi’s ‘M’Hajer’ album

Jorkes returns with sensual house flavours for latest outing on Permanent Vacation

Jorkes returns with sensual house flavours for latest outing on Permanent Vacation

Jorkes has released their latest EP, ‘Super Hot Lover’, on Permanent Vacation. The four-track EP has disco soundscapes and sensual house music, and features artwork by Daniel Rajcsanyi. Berlin’s CYRK remixed the titular track, ‘Super Hot Lover’, changing the original version’s smooth piano melodies and seductive wordless vocals with acid sounds and old-school piano. Chris… Continue reading Jorkes returns with sensual house flavours for latest outing on Permanent Vacation

Terminal V shares line-up for 10th edition celebrations

Terminal V shares line-up for 10th edition celebrations

Terminal V has unveiled its lineup for next spring’s event, which will mark its 10th iteration. The two-day event will take place on April 13 and 14 at the Royal Highland Centre in Edinburgh. Among the artists set to appear at the techno-heavy event are Blawan, Daria Kolasova, Tommy Holohan and Ellen Allien. The lineup… Continue reading Terminal V shares line-up for 10th edition celebrations

More than 300 Australian nightlife venues and workers sign open letter calling for ceasefire in Gaza

More than 300 Australian nightlife venues and workers sign open letter calling for ceasefire in Gaza

Australian venues and workers have come together to launch an open letter calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the violence against Palestinian people. The letter, named Nightlife For A Free Palestine, has received approximately 300 signatures so far from venue owners, promoters, artists, and staff who form the Australian nightlife community.… Continue reading More than 300 Australian nightlife venues and workers sign open letter calling for ceasefire in Gaza

IMS Ibiza announces new locations for 2023 summit

IMS Ibiza announces new locations for 2023 summit

International Music Summit (IMS) in Ibiza announces two new locations for its 15th edition. The summit will take place for the very first time between two newly opened hotels: Mondrian Ibiza and Hyde Ibiza. This is an exceptional opportunity for the summit as both hotels offer an excellent experience in terms of bars, restaurants, pool… Continue reading IMS Ibiza announces new locations for 2023 summit

Moog introduces new “virtual studio” synth

Moog introduces new “virtual studio” synth

Moog has unveiled its new Mariana virtual duophonic soft-synth, which the company claims is a trailblazer in electronic sound design for the modern player and producer. This is Moog’s first synth launch since being acquired by audio equipment firm inMusic. Optimised for bass, Mariana is a dual-layer synthesiser that allows users to play two different… Continue reading Moog introduces new “virtual studio” synth

​Diplo accused of distributing revenge porn in LA police report

​Diplo accused of distributing revenge porn in LA police report

The Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office is reviewing a claim that Diplo shared bare photos of a woman without her consent. Pitchfork has reported that the DJ is accused of committing revenge pornography twice, with Shelly Auguste filing an initial case against him in 2020. Auguste, a lady from California, informed the Los Angeles Police… Continue reading ​Diplo accused of distributing revenge porn in LA police report

Creamfields new 30,000-capacity stage, set to be “world’s largest festival structure”

Creamfields new 30,000-capacity stage, set to be “world’s largest festival structure”

A new stage called APEX will be launched by Creamfields festival in 2024, which has been hailed as the “largest festival structure in the world”. The 30,000 capacity space will extend the main stage’s opening until 4:AM on Saturday for the first time, showcasing a range of dance music acts. The arena will include acts… Continue reading Creamfields new 30,000-capacity stage, set to be “world’s largest festival structure”

Sónar Lisboa finalises 2024 line-up adding Paul Kalkbrenner, Nia Archives and Helena Hauff

Sónar Lisboa finalises 2024 line-up adding Paul Kalkbrenner, Nia Archives and Helena Hauff

Sónar Lisboa has revealed its full line-up for next year’s festival. The Lisbon-based event, which is set to take place in 2024, has added 26 more artists, including techno pioneer Paul Kalkbrenner, UK junglist Nia Archives and a b2b set between Helena Hauff and Imogen. Other new additions include Jennifer Loveless, Detroit duo DJ Minx… Continue reading Sónar Lisboa finalises 2024 line-up adding Paul Kalkbrenner, Nia Archives and Helena Hauff

TIDAL lays off 40 employees worldwide in move “away from music”

TIDAL lays off 40 employees worldwide in move “away from music”

Music streaming platform TIDAL has laid off 40 members of staff, according to a leaked Slack conversation obtained by Resident Advisor. The layoffs affected staff across Brazil, Germany, Poland, Spain, Norway, and the US. The conversation also indicates a shift towards tech initiatives, moving away from content creation related to music, labels, distributors, and artists.… Continue reading TIDAL lays off 40 employees worldwide in move “away from music”