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Far-Right Mob Attacks Tbilisi’s Pride Festival in Georgia

Far-Right Mob Attacks Tbilisi's Pride Festival in Georgia Tbilisi's Pride Festival, held in the capital of Georgia, faced a distressing turn of events as it was violently disrupted by a mob consisting of far-right and anti-LGBTQIA+ groups. The festival had to be cancelled due to the chaos caused by the attackers. Organizers of the Tbilisi Pride Festival reported that approximately 2,000 individuals forcefully broke through a police blockade and stormed the […]

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DJ Mag ES #149: Your Ultimate Guide to Summer Sounds and Exciting Events!

DJ Mag ES #149: Your Ultimate Guide to Summer Sounds and Exciting Events! As summer is in full swing, with festivals and parties igniting the global music scene, DJ Mag Spain kicks off July with a burst of positive energy! To celebrate, our latest issue features an artist with an illustrious musical career: Maurizio Colella, widely known as EDX. With three decades as a DJ under his belt, EDX shares […]

July 11, 2023 20

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Dance Music Documentarian Kirk Field Unveils New Book: Rave New World

Dance Music Documentarian Kirk Field Unveils New Book: Rave New World Embark on a journey through the exhilarating world of club culture with Rave New World: Confessions of a Raving Reporter, the must-read holiday book for all avid clubbers seeking a behind-the-scenes account of 20th-century dance music. Author Kirk Field, renowned as Mixmag's pioneering journalist dedicated to covering raves, invites readers to relive the transformative era of DJ culture. From his […]

July 11, 2023 14

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Holidaymakers Face Jail Time and £80,000 Fines for Excessive Drinking on Flights

Holidaymakers Face Jail Time and £80,000 Fines for Excessive Drinking on Flights A new campaign called One Too Many is warning holidaymakers about the severe consequences of excessive drinking on flights. Jointly organized by the UK Travel Retail Forum (UKTRF), the Airport Operators Association (AOA), Airlines UK, and ITATA, the campaign aims to curb alcohol-induced disruption during air travel. Running from July 10 to September 1, the campaign urges passengers […]

July 10, 2023 22

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Scottish Government Urges UK Government to Decriminalize Drugs for Personal Use

Scottish Government Urges UK Government to Decriminalize Drugs for Personal Use The Scottish Government is calling on the UK Government to support the decriminalization of personal-use drugs, as part of its proposed "health-led" approach to drug policies in the country. In a policy review outlining its intentions in the event of further devolution or independence, the Scottish Government proposed the decriminalization of drugs for personal use. They also called for […]

July 7, 2023 16

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Suspect in Beyond Wonderland Fatal Shootings Pleads Not Guilty to All Charges

Suspect in Beyond Wonderland Fatal Shootings Pleads Not Guilty to All Charges James M. Kelly, the 26-year-old suspect accused of the fatal shootings at the Beyond Wonderland music festival, has pleaded not guilty to all charges, according to The Seattle Times. Kelly, an active member of the U.S. military, is the prime suspect in the shootings that occurred at the festival's campground, resulting in the deaths of two women and […]

July 7, 2023 21

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Record-breaking: British Music Exports Surpass £700 Million for the First Time

Record-breaking: British Music Exports Surpass £700 Million for the First Time British music exports have reached a significant milestone, surpassing £700 million for the first time. According to data released by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), the combined value of streams and UK music sales abroad now stands at approximately £709 million. In 2022, Harry Styles' "As It Was" emerged as the most globally streamed song of the year, surpassing […]

July 6, 2023 21

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DJ Disciple Explores the History and Evolution of New York City House Music in a Captivating New Book

DJ Disciple Explores the History and Evolution of New York City House Music in a Captivating New Book Renowned NYC DJ Disciple and journalist Henry Kronk have come together to present a captivating new book that delves into the rich history and evolution of house music in New York City. Entitled "The Beat, The Scene, The Sound," this insightful publication takes readers on a journey through the rise, fall, and […]

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Watch the Teaser Trailer for “One Love”: The Bob Marley Biopic

Watch the Teaser Trailer for "One Love": The Bob Marley Biopic Get ready to be captivated by the life and music of the legendary icon in the highly anticipated biopic, "Bob Marley: One Love." The newly released teaser trailer offers a glimpse into the remarkable journey of the influential artist who touched hearts and inspired generations with his message of love and unity. Paramount Pictures is set to release the […]

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