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Reinier Zonneveld Breaks Guinness World Record for Longest DJ Set

Reinier Zonneveld Breaks Guinness World Record for Longest DJ Set Dutch Techno sensation Reinier Zonneveld has etched his name in history by shattering the Guinness World Record for the longest electronic music live set. The extraordinary feat took place on August 5, 2023, during the Karren Maar festival, where Zonneveld delivered an electrifying 11-hour and 11-minute performance. Arnhem's Stadsblokken rave attendees were in for a monumental treat as Reinier Zonneveld graced the stage on August 5th. Taking a departure from […]

August 9, 2023 20

Parties

Iconic Miami Beach Nightclub, Treehouse, Shuts Down After Over a Decade

Iconic Miami Beach Nightclub, Treehouse, Shuts Down After Over a Decade A prominent fixture in Miami Beach's nightlife, Treehouse, has unexpectedly closed its doors, marking the end of an era. The club recently held its final parties over the past weekend, catching many by surprise. In an Instagram post last Thursday, Treehouse announced its closing party scheduled for August 4th. The post featured the words "Everything Must Go!" along with a special offer for fans: purchasing one bottle of tequila […]

August 9, 2023 50

Artists

Experience Armin van Buuren’s Epic Five-Hour Set at UNTOLD Festival 2023

Experience Armin van Buuren's Epic Five-Hour Set at UNTOLD Festival 2023 Armin van Buuren's electrifying five-hour headline performance from this year's UNTOLD Festival is now available for fans to enjoy online. The renowned Dutch DJ took the stage at the open-air Arena stage of the Romanian festival, kicking off his set with a reimagined remix of his 2012 hit 'This Is What It Feels Like'. The musical journey unfolded with a blend of his signature tracks and selections from esteemed […]

August 9, 2023 29

Community

Investigation Initiated as Illness Strikes Attendees at WOMAD Festival

Investigation Initiated as Illness Strikes Attendees at WOMAD Festival Following reports of a number of festival-goers falling ill at the WOMAD Festival held at Charlton Park, Malmesbury, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) South West has partnered with the festival organizers to launch an investigation. The annual event, which spanned from July 27 to July 30, witnessed attendees experiencing diarrhea and vomiting symptoms. The UKHSA South West, in collaboration with WOMAD Festival, is delving into the issue to identify potential […]

August 9, 2023 19

Technology

Grandmaster Flash’s Clever Trick to Protect His Drum Breaks from Copying

Grandmaster Flash's Clever Trick to Protect His Drum Breaks from Copying Grandmaster Flash, the renowned DJ and producer, has revealed a clever technique he used to safeguard his unique drum breaks from being copied by other DJs. Flash gained fame for his Quick Mix Theory method, which involved extending drum breaks using duplicate vinyl records. In a recent interview with Music News, the DJ, who is also credited with inventing the slipmat, shared the secret hack he employed to protect […]

August 9, 2023 32

Technology

Mac DeMarco Urges Spotify to Add High-Definition Streaming Option

Mac DeMarco Urges Spotify to Add High-Definition Streaming Option Mac DeMarco has commended Spotify for its user-friendliness but called for the platform to expedite the addition of high-definition (hi-def) streaming. Spotify introduced its Hi-Fi "supremium" plan in 2021 but has yet to implement it. In an interview with NME, DeMarco revealed that he recently started using Spotify, having previously used YouTube. He explained that he opted for Spotify to utilize Siri in his new truck. While acknowledging that many artists […]

August 9, 2023 79

Artists

Everything But The Girl Unveils Fresh Live EP, ‘At Maida Vale’: Tune In

Everything But The Girl Unveils Fresh Live EP, 'At Maida Vale': Tune In A brand new live EP from Everything But The Girl has just hit the airwaves – 'At Maida Vale'. This four-track gem was captured during the dynamic duo's recent session at the iconic Maida Vale studios, hosted by BBC radio. The EP treats us to their melodious mastery with tracks including 'Run A Red Light', 'Single', and 'When You Mess Up'. These numbers were initially premiered on […]

August 9, 2023 80

Technology

Spotify Launches Global Rollout of Its AI-Powered DJ Feature

Spotify Launches Global Rollout of Its AI-Powered DJ Feature Spotify has introduced its AI-driven DJ feature, known as Spotify DJ, to over 50 markets worldwide. This beta DJ uses Spotify's personalization technology and OpenAI's artificial intelligence to curate continuous playlists of songs. The feature initially launched in English in February for Spotify Premium users in the US and Canada, expanding to the UK and Ireland in May. While the global rollout has expanded its availability, Spotify DJ is still only […]

August 9, 2023 11

Community

Live Music Archive Surpasses 250,000 Concert Recordings Available for Free Listening

Live Music Archive Surpasses 250,000 Concert Recordings Available for Free Listening Since its inception in 2002, the Live Music Archive has been a valuable resource, offering free access to both lossless and MP3-encoded audio recordings of concerts. Over the past two decades, this collaborative effort between Internet Archive staff and volunteers has grown into a substantial collection, now featuring over 250,000 concert recordings that listeners can enjoy without any cost. The Live Music Archive, a non-profit and ad-free initiative, reached […]

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