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Introducing the Tomorrowland Foundation Collection

Introducing the Tomorrowland Foundation Collection Last year, the Tomorrowland Foundation collaborated with Ek Tara to establish the second Tomorrowland Foundation Music & Arts School in Kolkata, India. This initiative provided 1,500 underprivileged girls with access to dance, music, and art classes, offering them a chance to express themselves creatively and build self-esteem. Inspired by the drawings created by these talented kids, the Tomorrowland Foundation has launched an exclusive capsule collection […]

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Germany Records $1.18BN Surge in Music Sales, Fueled by Digital Music and Streaming

Germany Records $1.18BN Surge in Music Sales, Fueled by Digital Music and Streaming Despite facing challenges in the music industry's economic landscape, Germany has witnessed an impressive 6.6% year-on-year increase in recorded music sales. This significant growth has added an extra $1.18BN to the German music industry during the first half of 2023. In recent years, the German music industry has been on an upward trajectory after a period of […]

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Crypto Casinos Form Partnerships with DJs to Enhance Gaming Experience with Music

Crypto Casinos Form Partnerships with DJs to Enhance Gaming Experience with Music In 2021, the rise of cryptocurrencies and NFTs gained significant momentum, with electronic music producers and DJs embracing the new technology to forge closer connections with fans and explore fresh revenue streams through web3 offerings. While the initial hype may have subsided, cryptocurrencies continue to be a relevant and preferred form of currency for millions worldwide due to […]

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Extensive South Asian Vinyl Collection to Be Showcased at Manchester Museum

Extensive South Asian Vinyl Collection to Be Showcased at Manchester Museum Manchester Museum is set to host a captivating exhibition featuring one of the largest vinyl archives of South Asian music in the UK. The exhibition, titled "Request Line" and curated by artist Faisal Hussain, will debut on July 19th in the museum's South Asia Gallery, presented as part of True Form Projects' vinyl archive. The impressive collection of over […]

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Tupac Shakur Murder Investigation Continues as Las Vegas Police Search House in Relation to 1996 Killing

Tupac Shakur Murder Investigation Continues as Las Vegas Police Search House in Relation to 1996 Killing The investigation into the unsolved murder of Tupac Shakur continues, as authorities conducted a search at a house in Las Vegas this week. Nearly three decades after the influential hip-hop artist's tragic death in a drive-by shooting at the age of 25, the Las Vegas metropolitan police department executed a search warrant in the […]

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Warner Music Group and TikTok Forge Exciting Partnership to Empower Artists and Delight Fans

Warner Music Group and TikTok Forge Exciting Partnership to Empower Artists and Delight Fans Warner Music Group and TikTok have formed a groundbreaking partnership on July 18th, which promises exciting benefits for artists and fans alike. This collaboration aims to strengthen the connection between Warner Music Group's producers, singers, and songwriters with TikTok's vast user base. The alliance offers artists the opportunity to gain more recognition and generate additional revenue […]

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DJ Pleads Guilty to Theft After Throwing Police Van Keys Into Bush During Illegal Rave

DJ Pleads Guilty to Theft After Throwing Police Van Keys Into Bush During Illegal Rave A DJ found himself in hot water after he stole and threw the keys of a police van into a bush during an illegal rave, resulting in a court appearance and a guilty plea. Thomas Cope, the 36-year-old DJ, admitted to one count of theft at Salisbury Magistrates Court on Friday. The incident took place […]

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US Vinyl Sales Soar, Increasing by 21.7% in the First Half of 2023

US Vinyl Sales Soar, Increasing by 21.7% in the First Half of 2023 Vinyl sales in the US have experienced a remarkable surge, with a growth of over 20% in the first six months of 2023. According to Luminate's mid-year report, 23.6 million LPs were sold during this period, compared to 19.4 million in the same timeframe in 2022, marking an impressive increase of 21.7%. Additionally, overall physical album sales […]

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fabric London Launches Book Project to Commemorate 25 Years of History

fabric London Launches Book Project to Commemorate 25 Years of History In celebration of its 25th anniversary, fabric London has announced an exciting book project that will chronicle the club's history from its inception to the present day. The book will be published by White Rabbit Books, a renowned avant-garde publisher specializing in music and related literature. Known for their forward-thinking approach, White Rabbit Books will produce a range of […]

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