Tag: Music Scene

Annie Mac has recently appeared before MPs discussing numerous cases of sexual abuse within the music industry. The former BBC Radio 1 DJ expressed her shock over the amount of abuse that had not come to light sooner, referred to as a “tidal wave” of cases. The inquiry into misogyny in the industry is being… Continue reading Annie Mac says the music industry has a “tidal wave” of sexual abuse cases

The Brixton Academy’s future has been the subject of a two-day-long hearing, where the council confirmed that it would support the venue’s “reopening in principle”, considering new safety conditions. The 5,000-capacity venue has been shut since December 2022 after two young women were killed and another injured in a stampede at an Asake concert. Lambeth… Continue reading Lambeth Council support the reopening of Brixton Academy “in principle”

According to a new survey conducted by The Musicians’ Union and Help Musicians, almost 50% of working musicians in the UK are earning less than £14k annually. Based on data gathered from approximately 6,000 active musicians in the country, the Musicians’ Census found that over 70% of the respondents possess a degree or higher qualification,… Continue reading Almost half of working musicians in the UK earn less than £14k a year

The Chemical Brothers express worries about the cost of touring in the US in a recent interview with Billboard. They explained that touring the US is not currently affordable due to the rise of costs, and have stopped scheduling North American dates despite releasing their new album, “For That Beautiful Feeling.” “The costs have gone… Continue reading ​The Chemical Brothers: “Touring the US is just not really viable at the moment”

Stefanie Merten, also known as Alma Marter, a Leipzig-based DJ and producer, died on September 12th at the age of 32 after fighting glioblastoma, a highly aggressive brain cancer. Merten played alongside her brother as Alma & August Lilienweiss and released multiple techno records for Sonderling, a Berlin-based label. Her last performances were at Berlin… Continue reading ​German techno artist Alma Marter has died aged 32

DJ and producer Call Super has announced his fourth studio album, ‘Eulo Cramps,’ which will be released on the label he co-runs with Parris, ‘Can You Feel the Sun,’ next month. The nine-track record explores themes of selfhood, light, loss, and growth through a river of reflections on the present. The album features collaborations on… Continue reading Call Super announces new album, ‘Eulo Cramps’

After a decade-long run, Top Boy has come to an end with a thrilling and emotional finale. Netflix’s third season starred Ashley Walters, Kane ‘Kano’ Robinson, Little Simz, Jasmine Jobson, and Adwoa Aboah, who tackled themes of gentrification, institutional racism, family bonds, and betrayal. The season was accompanied by an unforgettable score that included eerie… Continue reading Here’s every track featured in Top Boy’s final season soundtrack

Four artists have cancelled their appearance at Japan’s The Labyrinth festival in 2023 after attention was drawn to comments made by co-founder and booker Russell Moench about trans issues. Moench’s now-deactivated Twitter account (@russmonk) contained posts opposing the trans rights movement, including sharing anonymous gender-critical accounts and labelling the term TERF “misogynistic hate speech”. The… Continue reading Multiple DJs pull out of Japan festival The Labyrinth following founder’s anti-trans rights comments

Wire, the Leeds club, has announced the start of its programming for the final part of 2023. There will be parties every night during the final week of September, with music ranging from techno, disco, garage, dubstep, bass, electro, to drum ‘n’ bass, for partygoers in the city. The lineup for September to December will… Continue reading Leeds’ Wire Club announces My Nu Leng, Danielle, Batu and Pangaea as it launches A/W programming

It has been announced that Warmer People, a party that has continuously promoted safety, diversity, and empowerment within the electronic music community, will host Cinthie for her live UK set debut on October 13th at London’s Village Underground. This event will see France’s Marina Trench, South Korea’s Closet Yi, and the UK’s Marlie also perform,… Continue reading Cinthie to make her live debut in London next month