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Awakenings Summer Festival Introduces Low-Stimulus Space for Visitors with Disabilities

Awakenings Summer Festival Introduces Low-Stimulus Space for Visitors with Disabilities Awakenings Summer Festival has taken a step towards inclusivity by introducing a dedicated low-stimulus space designed to cater to visitors with disabilities. Developed in collaboration with HandicapNL and Philips TV & Sound, this special area offers a serene and calming environment with specific amenities tailored to the needs of individuals who may require them. The space includes noise-cancelling headphones, soothing […]

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UK Festival HighRise Cancelled Following Sexual Assault Allegations Against Founder

UK Festival HighRise Cancelled Following Sexual Assault Allegations Against Founder HighRise, a UK festival scheduled for September, has been cancelled in the wake of sexual assault allegations involving its organizer, Guy Hughes. The festival's cancellation followed the withdrawal of several acts, including Iration Steppas, Aba Shanti-I, and Channel One Sound System, after a now-deleted statement from Hughes surfaced online. Resident Advisor has confirmed the festival's cancellation, with ticket holders also […]

July 3, 2023 17

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Space Ibiza Announces Opening of Space Riccione in Italy

Space Ibiza Announces Opening of Space Riccione in Italy Space Ibiza has exciting news for club enthusiasts as it reveals plans to open a new venue in Italy next year called Space Riccione. Positioning itself as the "new generation club," Space Riccione will feature four distinct areas: the Arena, Garden, Terrace, and Lounge. Expected to open its doors in Spring 2024, the club aims to become a hub of international […]

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Tragic Loss at Glastonbury: Two Men in Their 40s Pass Away

Tragic Loss at Glastonbury: Two Men in Their 40s Pass Away Avon and Somerset Police have confirmed the heartbreaking news of the deaths of two men in their 40s at Glastonbury Festival this weekend. One of the individuals who sadly passed away is Jason Winder, a 48-year-old DJ and radio host. According to Avon & Somerset Police, Winder experienced a "medical incident" in his tent at 4:00 AM. Despite the […]

June 29, 2023 9

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Calls Grow for Home Office to Reconsider “Shortsighted and Dangerous” Festival Drug Checking Policy

Calls Grow for Home Office to Reconsider "Shortsighted and Dangerous" Festival Drug Checking Policy Musicians, MPs, and industry figures are joining forces to urge the UK government to reconsider the Home Office's decision to implement a licensing requirement for drug-checking services at festivals. Artists such as Fatboy Slim, Billy Bragg, and Olugbenga Adelekan from Metronomy, alongside industry professionals like NTIA CEO Mike Kill and Sacha Lord, are among those signing […]

June 28, 2023 21

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Permit Cancellation Forces Melbourne Club ATET to Permanently Close

Permit Cancellation Forces Melbourne Club ATET to Permanently Close The closure of Melbourne's open-air club ATET has sparked controversy, with music director Walter Juan describing the situation as "bordering on the corrupt." The unfortunate news was announced through an online petition titled "SAVE ATET," which was launched on Sunday, June 25th. The petition expressed concerns about the beloved open-air event space in Docklands, stating that the City of Melbourne had […]

June 28, 2023 16

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Artists Unite: Over 100 Sign Pledge to Boycott Venues Using Facial Recognition Technology

Artists Unite: Over 100 Sign Pledge to Boycott Venues Using Facial Recognition Technology Over 100 artists, including renowned guitarist Tom Morello, The Coup frontman Boots Riley, and Rage Against The Machine vocalist Zack De la Rocha, have united in a pledge to boycott venues that employ facial recognition technology. This collective action comes in response to ongoing protests led by the digital rights activist group Fight For The Future, which […]

June 27, 2023 26

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Chicago’s Legendary Nightclub “The Warehouse” Receives National Landmark Recognition

Chicago's Legendary Nightclub "The Warehouse" Receives National Landmark Recognition The Warehouse, hailed as the birthplace of house music and once home to renowned DJ Frankie Knuckles, achieved national landmark status in an announcement last week. Established in 1977 at 206 South Jefferson Street in Chicago, Illinois, The Warehouse swiftly became a beloved destination for disco-loving Black and Latino queer communities. They would gather and dance to the eclectic sounds curated […]

June 27, 2023 24

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17-year-old author Beau Waddell has recently released a captivating book exploring the music of Aphex Twin titled “Aphex Twin: Every Album, Every Song.”

17-year-old author Beau Waddell has recently released a captivating book exploring the music of Aphex Twin titled "Aphex Twin: Every Album, Every Song." Beau Waddell, a talented 17-year-old writer, has recently published a compelling book titled Aphex Twin: Every Album, Every Song, which delves into the extensive musical catalog of Aphex Twin. The track-by-track book is now available and offers a comprehensive exploration of the 30-year musical journey of Richard […]

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