Werkhaus, a prominent club in East London, is set to shut down next month. The club confirmed through Instagram that it will be hosting its final events in September. The last confirmed show is scheduled for September 15th, featuring a back-to-back set by Kyle Hall and Steven Julien (formerly known as FunkinEven) for the entire night. Luca Pilato, the general manager, expressed in a press statement, "In 2020, we were […]
"Chemical Substance" Release at Doncaster Nightclub Hospitalizes Eight People Pop Works nightclub in Doncaster faced an emergency evacuation in the early hours of Sunday morning (July 30) due to the release of a "chemical substance," resulting in the hospitalization of eight individuals. South Yorkshire Police responded to distressing scenes as clubgoers exhibited symptoms like coughing, vomiting, and respiratory distress. Thankfully, the hospitalized individuals have been discharged, with police indications pointing […]
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) has unveiled the initial lineup of speakers for this year's ADE Lab, its educational component. Running in parallel with the festival's music program from October 19 to 22, ADE Lab offers workshops, panel discussions, and talks. The first batch of participants includes prominent figures from the electronic music world such as Darude, DVS1, Mama Snake, Reinier Zonneveld, Héctor Oaks, and more. Workshops on vinyl DJing will […]
These are the winners of DJ Mag's Best of North America awards 2023 North America holds a soft spot for hard-hitting dubstep and leftfield bass, and so it’s hardly a shock that Philadelphia’s Subtronics would score this year’s Best DJ win. From an early age, the artist born Jesse Kardon expressed a talent for drums, first playing in a middle school jazz band before deepening his knowledge at the esteemed […]
Edinburgh Welcomes New Record Store, Umbrella Vinyl Edinburgh's central district is about to get a new addition with the opening of Umbrella Vinyl, a record store set to open its doors this weekend. Located on Valleyfield Street, Umbrella Vinyl is slated to begin operations on Saturday, August 5th, starting at 10 AM. The brainchild of three friends who crossed paths in Hong Kong back in 2015, the store boasts a […]
Ticketing Platform DICE Cuts Over 30 Staff Members in Restructuring DICE, a UK-based ticketing platform, has undergone a recent round of layoffs, resulting in the dismissal of more than 30 staff members. The company's creative team was the most affected, with all members except the creative director losing their positions. A significant portion of the marketing team was also let go. The company has indicated its intention to collaborate with […]
Nile Rodgers Voices Concerns Over BBC's Decision to Scale Back Local BBC Introducing Radio Renowned musician Nile Rodgers has expressed his criticism of the BBC's decision to merge the local BBC Introducing radio stations. In January, the BBC announced plans to restructure its BBC Introducing programming, which showcases emerging musical talent in various local areas, leading to concerns about potential cuts to the service. According to NME, the changes will […]
Amsterdam Launches €2.2 Million Program to Boost Nightlife Amsterdam is gearing up to support its vibrant nightlife sector with a comprehensive four-year plan backed by a €2.2 million programme. The initiative comprises "15 new measures" aimed at enhancing the city's nighttime industries. Renowned for being a city that "never sleeps," Amsterdam celebrates its cultural focal points, including Valtifest, Amsterdam Dance Event, and Milkshake, as beacons of innovation. The program's key […]
Mexican City to Impose Fines on Live Performances Deemed "Misogynistic" in Response to Gender-Based Violence Chihuahua, a city in northern Mexico, has taken a significant step in addressing gender-based violence by announcing hefty fines for live performers using "misogynistic" lyrics. As the country faces a surge in gender-related crimes with 10 women and girls being killed daily, the city is cracking down on safety measures for women. Under the new […]
