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As the UK looks toward the end of lockdown and the reopening of clubs and festivals, Giulia Bottaro speaks to nightlife workers from different parts of the industry, who paint a complex picture of their excitement and worry about the future, and particularly of their mental health. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL DJMAG ARTICLE
Elbee Bad, born Lamont Booker, has died. The New York-born artist who moved to Berlin in 1993 was found by his flatmate INFIDELIX in his bed on Wednesday, June 2, after passing away in his sleep. Booker had announced that he was retiring an alias earlier this year, leading to incorrect reports of his passing. Booker gained experience as a drummer during his time growing up in the Bronx and Long Island. […]
An open letter, signed by the likes of The Rolling Stones and Tom Jones, says that the law “has not kept up with the pace of technological change” in terms of payment. 234 artists have signed the open letter, which was first published in April. Sir Paul Mccartney, Kano, Brian Eno and Chris Martin are amongst those who’ve signed. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL MIXMAG ARTICLE
The doors are open and the wine is flowing after May 17th marked the moment hospitality in the UK reopened indoors. This significant date in English calendars allowed us to once again reconnect with friends and family in settings other than back gardens and park benches, making it an important step in terms of improving our mental wellbeing through social connections. However, this brave new world is not without the […]
A Leeds nightclub will be among the first to open a minute after restrictions are lifted at 00.01am on Monday, June 21. The Backroom, in Call Lane, is welcoming clubbers to "make history" next month when life is expected to return to normality. As part of step four of the government’s roadmap, nightclubs will be allowed to reopen for the first time since March 2020 as face masks and social distance are […]
Rumours are circulating around the 20th anniversary of the ultra-popular device. Apple’s iPod Touch is rumoured to be making a comeback, 20 years after the iPod was first launched in 2001. In a tweet by MacRumours.com contributor Steve Moser, pics of the potential new version of the popular touchscreen device were shared with the caveat that the info was a “rumour, not a leak”. The iPod Touch was particularly popular […]
Illegal raves represent some of the most thrilling, debauched parties in dance music history. From chaotic disused warehouse bashes to otherworldly trips into the depths of forests, partying enthusiasts have searched high and low for prime dancing locations over the years - and they never let a silly old thing like the law get in the way.<p "="">At times, these parties also represent more than just a good time. They […]
London's legendary De Underground record store has received a heritage plaque for contributions to 'UK hardcore, jungle and drum & bass music'. The signs, in this case issued by London Borough of Newham Heritage Project, are used to identify sites of cultural importance across Britain. The shop operated from 1991 to 1996 in the east of the UK capital, at 18 Sebert Road, Forest Gate. Owned by Mike De Underground, […]
Coyu, Perc, Phil Weeks and others to create content and provide feedback for budding DJs. A new DJ Academy app and web platform, SEEDJ, has launched. SEEDJ is a “digital acceleration” app that puts DJs in direct contact with leading labels and management agencies, as well as offering resources and tools for production and feedback from established DJs. Some of the artists partnering with SEEDJ to provide content for the platform […]
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