Tag: Music Scene

The popular electronic rock band LCD Soundsystem has been announced as the second headliner for the All Points East Festival in London. The band will perform on Friday, August 23, marking their return to the festival since headlining the inaugural edition last year. Alongside LCD Soundsystem, other notable performers include Pixies, Floating Points, Jockstrap, Nation… Continue reading ​LCD Soundsystem and Jai Paul confirmed for London’s All Points East 2024

London-based music collective ШЩЦ, which was founded in Kyiv, has launched a new compilation album dedicated to Ukrainian musician, artist, and volunteer soldier Maksym Ostyak, who was part of the collective’s roster until he lost his life defending Ukraine in the army. Titled ‘ШЩЦ03: Various Artists’, the album features an array of artists from Kyiv… Continue reading Ukrainian collective ШЩЦ release fundraiser compilation and announce London show

DNA Club, a new techno club in Munich, is preparing to open its doors this weekend. The club, with a capacity of 400 people, is located near the city center and aims to offer a unique multisensory experience that combines art and music. The club describes itself as a space that takes people on a… Continue reading New nightclub, DNA, to open in Munich this weekend

London’s Fabric nightclub will play host to a day party in memory of legendary drum and bass MC MC Fats, real name Wildale Spencer. All proceeds from the event, entitled In Memory of MC Fats: Peace, Love and Unity, will go towards covering the DJ’s funeral expenses and funding his personal projects. MC Fats was… Continue reading MC Fats tribute show taking place at fabric in December

The UK government has intervened to prevent the termination of plans for the proposed London-based MSG Sphere, according to reports from The Standard. Michael Gove, the Levelling-up Secretary, has called for a six-week halt to the Mayor’s decision to reject the development of the entertainment venue, mandated to be erected in Stratford, East London. Sadiq… Continue reading UK government steps in to prevent MSG Sphere plans in London from being scrapped

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Matchstick Piehouse, a community-oriented venue and arts space in Deptford, has launched a Crowdfunder campaign to secure its future after the landlord threatened to end its lease. The venue owes rent arrears, which it attributed to being unable to trade during the lockdown and mixed trading in the years after. The venue is asking for… Continue reading South London grassroots venue Matchstick Piehouse launches crowdfund for its survival

Simon Reynolds, a well-known music journalist and writer recently announced his latest book, Futuromania: Electronic Dreams, Desiring Machines and Tomorrow’s Music Today. This publication, which marks his first book in eight years, is going to explore the future of electronic music and its roots. The book starts with a chapter that reflects on the umbrella… Continue reading Simon Reynolds announces new book exploring the roots and future of electronic music

A new eight-track record is being released by Manchester-based dubplate service Manuka. The compilation, titled VA MNK020, marks Manuka’s 20th release and all proceeds will be donated to PAPYRUS, a UK charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide. Each track on the record provides a signature Manuka sound, expanding across multi-genres, including breaks, jungle,… Continue reading ​Manchester imprint Manuka releases compilation supporting suicide prevention charity

Young people find that listening to, reading, or writing lyrics is often a therapeutic tool, according to a survey conducted by Youth Music. The survey consisted of more than 3,000 people aged 16 to 24, revealing that 93% of respondents believe that music is good for their mental wellbeing. Furthermore, 54% of the respondents stated… Continue reading Study finds majority of young people rely on lyrics to help mental wellbeing