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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 […]

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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. […]

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Protest Rave Against Berlin’s A100 Motorway Expansion Set for Next Month

Protest Rave Against Berlin's A100 Motorway Expansion Set for Next Month In a united front, Berlin's vibrant club community is gearing up to stage a protest rave on September 2, 2023, in opposition to the proposed 17th stage of the contentious A100 motorway expansion. BI-A100, an advocacy group formed to challenge the next phase of motorway development in Berlin, which poses a direct threat to cultural hubs like ://about blank, […]

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Record-Breaking Sale: First Generation Apple iPod Sells for $29,000

Record-Breaking Sale: First Generation Apple iPod Sells for $29,000 A remarkable event unfolded as a first-generation Apple iPod from 2001 achieved a groundbreaking sale price of $29,000 through the Rally Alternative Asset Investment platform on August 4th. This iPod had spent years forgotten on a shelf in Piano, Texas, remaining in its original Apple sleeve and store blue bag since its gifting during Christmas of 2001. The device was initially […]

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Café Mambo Ibiza Collaborates with Absolut for Ultimate DJ Competition

Café Mambo Ibiza Collaborates with Absolut for Ultimate DJ Competition Café Mambo, renowned for its breathtaking sunsets and legendary DJs, has partnered with premium vodka brand Absolut for their annual ultimate DJ competition. The competition offers the remarkable opportunity for the winner to perform a sunset set at Café Mambo in either September or October 2023. The prize package includes flights to Ibiza for the winner and a friend, with […]

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Warner Music Group and Polygon Collaborate to Launch Music Accelerator Program

Warner Music Group and Polygon Collaborate to Launch Music Accelerator Program Warner Music Group and Polygon are once again teaming up to offer emerging talents a pathway into the music industry. Navigating the intricate business aspects of the music world can be a daunting task. Despite possessing talent and cultivating a fan base, many musicians struggle with comprehending the industry's intricacies. This knowledge gap can lead to detrimental outcomes such […]

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“Women in the Studio”: AWWZ’s Documentary

"Women in the Studio": AWWZ's Documentary Exploring the significant role of women in music production, the documentary "Women in the Studio" by AWWZ is now available for viewing on YouTube. AWWZ's empowering documentary, titled "WOMEN IN THE STUDIO," is currently accessible on YouTube. Crafted in collaboration with Laladora and Nightwalk Films, with the support of Jägermeister, this captivating production delves into the creative journey of AWWZ in crafting her debut […]

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BandLab Declares Support for Human Artistry Campaign, Advocating Ethical AI Development in Creative Industries

BandLab Declares Support for Human Artistry Campaign, Advocating Ethical AI Development in Creative Industries BandLab, a prominent name in music creation and collaboration, has formally announced its endorsement of the Human Artistry Campaign, an initiative devoted to upholding ethical practices in AI development within creative sectors. CEO Meng Ru Kuok confirmed this commitment during a speech at the Ai4 artificial intelligence conference. Delivered at the renowned Ai4 2023 event held […]

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Study Reveals Closure of Over 100 Independent Nightclubs in the UK in the Past Year

Study Reveals Closure of Over 100 Independent Nightclubs in the UK in the Past Year According to a recent report by CGA Neilson, more than 100 independent nightclubs in the UK have shut down within the last 12 months. Data analysis indicates that over 30% of clubs in the UK ceased operations between June 2020 and June 2023, with 12% of closures occurring in the last year alone. This decline […]

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