Government officials in the UK have come forward demanding the removal of the band Kneecap from summer festival line-ups. This request comes after a video surfaced showing a member of the Irish rap trio allegedly making controversial statements, including “Kill your local MP” during a performance in November 2023. Kneecap has refuted the allegations, claiming… Continue reading UK government leaders call for Kneecap to be removed from festival line-ups
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Romania edition of Sunwaves Festival to come to an end after 18 years
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Motion Bristol to shut down in July, announces plans for ‘Motion 2.0’ at new location
Owners of the venue, which has operated on the same site in Bristol’s Temple Meads for some 19 years, announced the launch of a new campaign to raise money towards the opening of a permanent new home. The campaign, titled #KEEPMOTIONMOVING, hopes to raise £250,000 to secure “a permanent home for Motion by relocating to… Continue reading Motion Bristol to shut down in July, announces plans for ‘Motion 2.0’ at new location
US Drug Enforcement officers detain over 200 people following raid on unlicensed nightclub in Colorado
In Colorado yesterday, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) agents conducted a raid on an unlicensed nightclub, detaining “over 200 people.” The operation in Colorado Springs involved approximately 10 federal agencies working alongside local police, using drones, helicopters, and an armoured vehicle. The venue, described as an “underground nightclub,” was reportedly filled with over 300… Continue reading US Drug Enforcement officers detain over 200 people following raid on unlicensed nightclub in Colorado
OutKast are being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
OutKast, The White Stripes, Cyndi Lauper, and more have been announced as inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for the Class of 2025. The announcement was made on Sunday, April 27, during an episode of American Idol, with an official ceremony scheduled to take place later this year in Los Angeles. In… Continue reading OutKast are being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Kneecap dropped by US visa sponsor following pro-Palestine Coachella performance
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DJ Phats announces ‘I’m Back’ on new album
DJ Phats has announced the upcoming release of his latest album, ‘I’m Back,’ which will be available through Phats Music Box on June 6. This new LP showcases the Chicago artist’s talent with 12 tracks of steamy ghetto house, juke, and footwork tunes. The album even includes a bonus remix from the late DJ Deeon,… Continue reading DJ Phats announces ‘I’m Back’ on new album
Meadows In The Mountains calls off 2025 festival amid bankruptcy, apologises for unpaid refunds
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Owner of Dominican Republic nightclub apologises for fatal roof collapse
The tragic incident at the Jet Set nightclub in the Dominican Republic, where a roof collapse resulted in the death of over 200 people in April, has prompted the club owner, Antonio Espaillat, to address the public for the first time since the disaster. Speaking to local TV station Telesistema, Espaillat revealed that the nightclub… Continue reading Owner of Dominican Republic nightclub apologises for fatal roof collapse
New music on our radar this week: Nia Archives, Mechatok, Sammy Virji
Rinse FM announces 17th Birthday party at Printworks Rinse FM has announced plans for a 17th Birthday party at London’s iconic Printworks venue on May 6, featuring a lineup curated by the station’s resident DJs and special guests. The event will showcase a diverse array of sounds, from grime and UK garage to dubstep and… Continue reading New music on our radar this week: Nia Archives, Mechatok, Sammy Virji