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Brixton’s Beloved Record Store, Universal Roots Records, Set to Close its Doors

Brixton's Beloved Record Store, Universal Roots Records, Set to Close its Doors Universal Roots Records, a beloved record store in Brixton, South London, has sadly announced its decision to close its doors on Saturday, July 29. In a statement shared by Brixton Buzz, Jah Lingwa, the owner of Universal Roots Records, cited several reasons for the store's closure, including the challenging cost of living crisis and the impact of Brexit. […]

July 27, 2023

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Berlin Senate Allocates €947 Million Culture Fund for Clubs and Cultural Spaces

Berlin Senate Allocates €947 Million Culture Fund for Clubs and Cultural Spaces The Senate for Culture in Berlin has announced a massive culture fund for the year 2024, amounting to €947 million. The fund aims to create 500 new cultural spaces throughout the city, including clubs, venues, theatres, and museums. This initiative is part of a larger project led by Joe Chialo, the State Minister for Culture and Social Cohesion, […]

July 27, 2023

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TikTok Expands Music Streaming Service to Australia, Mexico, and Singapore

TikTok Expands Music Streaming Service to Australia, Mexico, and Singapore TikTok, known for its role as a social media tastemaker and platform for emerging artists and creators, is expanding its music streaming service to new countries. While it has already become a global leader in social media content, TikTok's unique approach to music has allowed artists to share song snippets, enabling other creators to enhance their content with these sounds. […]

July 26, 2023

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Ushuaïa Entertainment Makes €200,000 Donation to Cáritas Ibiza

Ushuaïa Entertainment Makes €200,000 Donation to Cáritas Ibiza In a remarkable show of support for the local community, Ushuaïa Entertainment has generously donated €200,000 to Cáritas Ibiza, fully settling the organization's outstanding debt. The heartwarming agreement was reached during a meeting at the Hï Ibiza offices, where Yann Pissenem, the CEO of Ushuaïa Entertainment, and Juan Torres, director of Cáritas Ibiza, sealed the partnership. As part of this benevolent collaboration, […]

July 26, 2023

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Spotify Raises Premium Subscription Cost by £1/$1 per Month

Spotify Raises Premium Subscription Cost by £1/$1 per Month Spotify, the leading audio streaming platform, has announced an increase in almost all premium subscription prices by £1 in the UK and $1 in the US. This marks the first price hike since the platform's inception in 2008. The decision to raise prices is in response to the "increasing costs and pressures faced by the platform" due to changes in the […]

July 26, 2023

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Research Suggests Auditory Illusions Allow Us to ‘Hear’ Silence

Research Suggests Auditory Illusions Allow Us to 'Hear' Silence Researchers from a prominent university in the United States have conducted a study suggesting that it's possible to hear silence. This concept has long intrigued philosophers, but the research now provides evidence through auditory illusions. The study, led by Rui Zhe Goh, a former student of philosophy and psychology at Johns Hopkins University, found that "nothing" can also be perceived as […]

July 25, 2023

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Beatport Group’s Annual Diversity + Parity Fund Accepting Applications for Grants

Beatport Group's Annual Diversity + Parity Fund Accepting Applications for Grants The Beatport Group has launched the application process for its annual Diversity + Parity Fund, aimed at supporting organizations that champion underrepresented groups and foster diversity in the music industry. This year, the fund has been expanded to $150,000, offering two types of grants: one for smaller organizations ($3,000-$15,000) and another for larger ones ($15,001-$30,000). This tiered approach aims […]

July 25, 2023

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US Government Delays Visa Fee Increase for International Touring Musicians

US Government Delays Visa Fee Increase for International Touring Musicians The US government has put on hold a proposed visa fee increase for artists touring the country, following mounting pressure to reconsider the hefty 250% price hike. Initially announced by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in January, the new higher costs will now be implemented from March 2024, granting some relief to the music industry. The visas affected […]

July 24, 2023

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Discover the Magic of Ibiza’s Club Culture and History in the Exciting New BBC Podcast Series: ‘Ibiza: What’s the Big Deal’

Discover the Magic of Ibiza's Club Culture and History in the Exciting New BBC Podcast Series: 'Ibiza: What's the Big Deal' Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of clubbing on the iconic White Isle with the captivating new BBC podcast series, 'Ibiza: What's the Big Deal'. Hosted by Radio 1 Future Dance presenter Sarah Story, this incredible podcast is tailor-made for younger listeners planning their first unforgettable journey to Ibiza. […]

July 24, 2023

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