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Bandcamp Unveils Innovative “Listening Party” Feature for Album Releases

Bandcamp Unveils Innovative "Listening Party" Feature for Album Releases Bandcamp has introduced an exciting new feature called "Listening Parties" that empowers artists and labels to engage with their audience in a unique way. This innovative feature allows artists and organizers to host events featuring a live play-through of an album available on Bandcamp. It includes a live chat where both the artist and the audience can actively participate. Moreover, the event showcases physical copies of the album, artwork, and merchandise, […]

August 15, 2023 16

Community

Hans Zimmer Joins Group to Acquire BBC’s Maida Vale Studios for £10.5 Million

Hans Zimmer Joins Group to Acquire BBC's Maida Vale Studios for £10.5 Million Hans Zimmer is part of a consortium that has purchased BBC's iconic Maida Vale Studios for a reported sum of £10.5 million. The acquisition of the renowned west London studios was confirmed by the BBC, revealing that Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner, co-chairs of Working Title—a British film studio under Comcast's Universal Pictures—along with acclaimed composer Hans Zimmer and his business partner Steven Kofsky, are the driving […]

August 15, 2023 18

Community

Tomorrowland Implements Climate-Conscious Measures to Minimize Carbon Impact

Tomorrowland Implements Climate-Conscious Measures to Minimize Carbon Impact Under the warm embrace of a July weekend, a sprawling array of tents in shades of violet and azure stretched across a Belgian field, offering transient shelter to around 4,000 music enthusiasts who had journeyed from all corners of the globe. Crafted from repurposed and neglected camping gear, this vibrant patchwork was just a glimpse of Tomorrowland's dedicated endeavors to curtail its ecological footprint and diminish its carbon impact. Biannually hosted in […]

August 15, 2023 44

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RA, fabric, and Jägermeister Collaborate for 2023’s #SaveTheNight Initiative

RA, fabric, and Jägermeister Collaborate for 2023's #SaveTheNight Initiative In continuation of last year's successful fund, which extended support to three projects dedicated to fostering a safer, more inclusive, and sustainable nightlife environment, Jägermeister is doubling the fund's value to €100,000 for this year. The application process for the 2023 #SaveTheNight fund will kick off in September. Meanwhile, an exclusive event is scheduled at London's fabric club on Thursday, August 31st. During the day, a series of insightful discussions and […]

August 15, 2023 100

Technology

New AI Music Generator Capable of Creating Over One Billion Soundtracks

New AI Music Generator Capable of Creating Over One Billion Soundtracks A recently launched AI music generator called Loudly has the potential to generate more than one billion unique songs. This innovative tool not only allows users to create customized soundtracks for their projects but also export them to their preferred Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). Loudly offers features such as project-specific recommendations and access to a vast library of pre-made tracks comprising over 200,000 samples. Users can tailor their compositions […]

August 15, 2023 23

Technology

Grimes Expresses Concerns About the Future of Art in the Age of AI

Grimes Expresses Concerns About the Future of Art in the Age of AI Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a prominent topic, with its potential to reshape the music world. Grimes, a musician and creator of her own AI software called Grimes AI, has fully embraced this technology, allowing users to emulate her voice in their music. Grimes AI also employs a forward-thinking approach to royalty distribution, splitting revenue equally between Grimes and the creator. In a recent interview with Wired, […]

August 15, 2023 14

Technology

Technics Unveils Striking Matte White SL-1500C Turntable

Technics Unveils Striking Matte White SL-1500C Turntable Technics has introduced a captivating matte white version of its SL-1500C turntable. Originally launched in black in 2019, the SL-1500C is a direct-drive turntable featuring a coreless motor for reduced vibrations and a built-in phono preamp for easy setup. Designed to cater to both audiophiles and casual listeners seeking a high-quality, user-friendly solution, this turntable offers automatic operation, eliminating the need for manual tonearm lifting or needle positioning, making it an excellent choice […]

August 14, 2023 10

Parties

Glasgow’s Renowned Techno Event “Return To Mono” Unveils Upcoming Sub Club Dates

Glasgow's Renowned Techno Event "Return To Mono" Unveils Upcoming Sub Club Dates The dynamic duo Slam is ready to bring back their techno extravaganza, Return To Mono, to the iconic Sub Club in Glasgow. Set to run from September 8th to December 8th, the new season promises an impressive lineup including performances from Fadi Mohem (September 8th), Ben Klock (September 30th), Oscar Mulero (October 13th), Denise Rabe (October 11th), and DVS1 (December 8th). Slam themselves will take the stage for […]

August 14, 2023 22

Artists

James Hype & MEDUZA Extend ‘Our House’ Concept from Ibiza to Amsterdam with Exclusive Event

James Hype & MEDUZA Extend 'Our House' Concept from Ibiza to Amsterdam with Exclusive Event The dynamic collaboration between James Hype and MEDUZA has taken the music scene by storm this summer, commanding a residency at the world's top club, Hï Ibiza, and a sold-out spectacle at The Brooklyn Mirage in New York. Now, the duo is ready to conquer Amsterdam Dance Event. Joining James Hype and Meduza on the lineup will be Genesi and Tita Lau. The highly successful […]

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