Tag: Music Scene

Smithsonian Folkways has opened its digital archive to donors through its ‘Friends of Folkways’ program. Donors can browse through over 60,000 recordings from various musical genres and cultures found across the world for as low as $5 per month. Access to rare recordings, in-depth musical analyses, and artist interviews is offered by the program. The… Continue reading Smithsonian Folkways gives access to its digital archive

Leke Adesoye, the founder of Junglist Movement, has passed away after losing his battle with cancer. Adesoye was a well-known figure in the jungle, drum ‘n’ bass, UK hip hop and fashion industries. He was sent to hospital last year after hurting his leg at a gig, and was later diagnosed with osteosarcoma bone cancer,… Continue reading Leke Adesoye, founder of Junglist Movement, has died

Killa Ki, a former rapper from South London, has recently announced that he will be pursuing a master’s degree in science at Oxford University. Ki retired from music in 2019 and went on to study at the esteemed London College of Fashion before embarking on his latest educational journey. Oxford University, a prestigious member of… Continue reading Killa Ki is studying a masters degree in science at Oxford University

Anastasia Kristensen, a DJ and producer based in Copenhagen, has released new music under her new label called “absorb emit.” The first single from this label is ‘Cordyceps Disco’, and it is a track from a four-part EP that will be released on November 14. The track involves AI vocals and textured samples made from… Continue reading Anastasia Kristensen launches new label “absorb emit”

A new report from The Verge claims that sellers on Discogs are pushing back against new fees and restrictions on the platform. Discogs is the largest online music database and marketplace and has been operational since 2000. The Verge spoke to a number of sellers and label owners who use the platform regularly. In May,… Continue reading ​Discogs sellers claim that new fees and restrictions are pushing them away

This year’s Bradford Music Month will be showcasing the genres bassline and bhangra, along with various wellbeing workshops and a sober rave. The event, which will take place in November, will be held in different locations across the city to display its diverse music scenes. The Daytimers movement, which originated from South Asian teens who… Continue reading Bradford Music Month to highlight bassline and bhangra this year

A girls under-14s football team based in Cardiff has received backing from rapper 50 Cent. AFC Rumney will now feature the US artist’s name and logo on their kit, alongside that of his hip hop group G-Unit. The sponsorship includes new club tracksuits and an away kit. The news was shared by coach Richie Brown… Continue reading 50 Cent agrees to sponsor girls under-14s football team in Wales

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

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::’

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