West London rapper, Lord Apex, has released a new single titled ‘Phoenix’ featuring American rapper, Freddie Gibbs. The track is the third single released from his upcoming studio album ‘The Good Fight’, which is set to launch in November. The mellow song has touching lyrics centered on regret and change. The song pays homage to… Continue reading Lord Apex releases new single ‘Pheonix’ featuring Freddie Gibbs
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Danny Daze announces long-awaited debut album ‘::BLUE::’
Miami-based DJ and producer Danny Daze has announced the release of his first-ever full-length album, ‘::BLUE::’, after a 25-year wait. The 90-minute continuous piece features contributions from fellow Miami artists such as Nick León, Jonny From Space, Push Button Objects, and Deroboter. It is due to drop on November 17, 2023, via Daze’s Omnidisc imprint.… Continue reading Danny Daze announces long-awaited debut album ‘::BLUE::’
Esi teams up with Pioneer DJ and fabric to launch new workshop for aspiring DJs
In celebration of Black History Month, radio presenter Esi has teamed up with Pioneer DJ and fabric to host a free workshop called Start From Scratch. The workshop is designed for aspiring DJs from underrepresented communities and will take place on October 18 at fabric in London. Esi, who presents shows on radio stations including… Continue reading Esi teams up with Pioneer DJ and fabric to launch new workshop for aspiring DJs
I. JORDAN and Planningtorock share new single ‘TNB’
The successful collaboration between I. JORDAN and Planningtorock has resulted in their new double single ‘TNB’, out today on record label Ninja Tune. The project explores themes of identity, trans joy, and celebrates love for the club. The Day version was created during a jam in Abbey Road, following their connection online after the release… Continue reading I. JORDAN and Planningtorock share new single ‘TNB’
Alameda City officials put in request to discontinue Portola festival
Alameda city officials have requested that the Portola Music Festival be discontinued due to significant noise complaints from locals. The festival, which took place from September 30 to October 1 at Pier 80 in San Francisco, was the second iteration of the event. Despite efforts to mitigate the sound, organisers were unable to prevent complaints.… Continue reading Alameda City officials put in request to discontinue Portola festival
Pet Shop Boys say Drake of used ‘West End Girls’ chorus without permission
The hit electronic duo, the Pet Shop Boys, have taken to social media to express their dismay that rapper Drake has used the chorus from their 1986 hit, “West End Girls,” without permission. A track on his latest album ‘For All The Dogs’ features the line, “East End boy and West End girls,” clearly mirroring… Continue reading Pet Shop Boys say Drake of used ‘West End Girls’ chorus without permission
Liverpool’s Dig Vinyl to open second record shop in Merseyside
Dig Vinyl, the independent record shop based in Liverpool, has announced that it is opening a second retail store in West Kirby located on the Wirral. The new space will occupy a location previously held by Slipmat Records, representing Dig Vinyl’s ongoing relationship with the Birkenhead-based Future Yard. The venue has a capacity of 350… Continue reading Liverpool’s Dig Vinyl to open second record shop in Merseyside
Reggae legend Max Romeo files lawsuit over £12.3 million in unpaid royalties
Reggae artist Maxwell Livingston Smith, better known as Max Romeo, is pursuing legal action against Universal Music Group and PolyGram Publishing for unpaid royalties since 1976. Romeo claims that he has not received any financial compensation for almost 50 years from the sampling or licensing of his music. According to the artist, royalties from his… Continue reading Reggae legend Max Romeo files lawsuit over £12.3 million in unpaid royalties
Resale tickets for Travis Scott tour tank in price due to “low demand”
Scalpers who bought up thousands of tickets for Travis Scott’s upcoming ‘Circus Maximus’ tour overestimated the demand, leading to a liquidity crisis in the market. The tickets for the tour went on sale in August and were tipped to sell out fast when it was announced that the string of shows would be Scott’s first… Continue reading Resale tickets for Travis Scott tour tank in price due to “low demand”
A compilation of India’s early electronic music from the ‘60s and ‘70s has been released
India’s early electronic music roots have been celebrated in a new compilation of tapes recovered and released by the National Institute of Design in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The NID Tapes: Electronic Music from India 1969-1972 was released on September 29, showcasing sound from producers who collaborated more than 50 years ago. The tapes were unearthed in… Continue reading A compilation of India’s early electronic music from the ‘60s and ‘70s has been released