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Over 200 illicit shows removed. Photo credit: Haithem Ferdi on Unsplash Spotify is facing scrutiny after removing over 200 fake podcasts that appeared to promote the sale of opioids and other prescription drugs, content that likely violated both company policies and federal regulations. The issue came to light following a Business Insider report on Thursday detailing Spotify’s takedown of the illicit content. A day later, CNN revealed that dozens more […]

21-week series now broadcasting weekly. Photo credit: OpenLab – Website Damian Lazarus has launched ‘Sunrise Sunset,’ a new weekly radio show on OpenLab. Running every Sunday morning from 7–9 AM CEST and repeating Thursdays from 7–9 PM CEST, the 21-week residency began on May 18th and continues through October 5th, airing on 106.4FM in Ibiza and worldwide via OpenLab.fm. Curated as a personal meditation on mood and transition, each episode […]

Dutch producer and DJ Jan Theo Berendsen, better known as Jengi, has quickly become a standout figure in house music. Photo credit: Sacha Hoebergen From the early buzz of ‘Bruh’ and his 2017 EP ‘Colors’, to his viral hit ‘Bel Mercy’—which racked up over 150 million streams and went gold in the Netherlands—Jengi has consistently captivated global audiences. Following up with releases like ‘Take U’ and ‘Things We Do’ with […]

Now available on Gudu Records. Photo credit: BELLA – PressPic Rising Amsterdam-based DJ and producer BELLA has announced her debut EP, ‘We’re Good, All Good’, set for release on June 19th, 2025, via Peggy Gou’s Gudu Records. The four-track collection explores a range of peak-time dancefloor moods, blending catchy hooks with dramatic energy. Marking the first taste of the upcoming release, BELLA drops lead single ‘We’re Good’ today. The track […]

Highlighting clubs, venues, and record shops across the capital. Photo credit: Jaanus Jagomägi on Unsplash London mayor Sadiq Khan has unveiled a redesigned tube map paying tribute to the city’s grassroots music scene. The collaborative effort includes contributions from Transport for London, Outernet, Metro, Universal Music, the Music Venue Trust (MVT), and the Featured Artist Coalition. The new map reimagines the iconic London Underground layout, with each line representing a […]

Ahead of his show at this year’s Movement Festival. Photo credit: Jeff Mills – Instagram Several billboards bearing the phrase ‘This Is Techno’  have appeared across Detroit, launched by Axis Records as part of a new campaign led by Jeff Mills. Located at key intersections throughout the city, the billboards present two futuristic visuals placed side by side. According to a statement from Mills, the intent is to ignite reflection […]

The new single blends organic textures with hypnotic energy. Photo credit: Ronny Goetter German duo Monkey Safari make their debut on WhoMadeWho’s label The Moment  with ‘Oasis’. Known for their uplifting signature sound, the brothers Sven and Lars deliver a track that channels hypnotic percussion, sweeping strings, and Middle Eastern-inspired instrumentation into a high-energy, emotionally resonant release. Built around live-feeling rhythms and a magnetic wind-instrument motif, ‘Oasis’ moves through layers […]

A collaboration with UK band Throws marks the imprint’s debut. Photo credit: Echonomist / Jenia Tarsol – Official Echonomist and Jenia Tarsol have announced the launch of Flying Hearts, a new electronic music label focused on emotional storytelling, genre fusion, and creative freedom. The label’s inaugural release, ‘The Harbour’, is out now and sees the two founders team up with UK band Throws to reimagine one of the group’s 2016 […]

Scheduled for June 10th and 11th at the Input Dance Club. Photo credit: OFFSónar – Website OFFSónar will extend its celebrations with two official afterparties at Input Dance Club. Taking place on June 10th and 11th, 2025, these events showcase a notable lineup of international talent. The series opens on Tuesday, June 10th with Unreleased by Arodes. Curated by Spanish DJ and producer Arodes, the event sees him go b2b […]

With USB-C and USB-A ports, 1GB/s transfer speeds, plus three months of rekordbox Creative Plan included. Photo credit: Pioneer – Website AlphaTheta—parent company of Pioneer DJ—has announced a new collaboration with data storage giants SanDisk, unveiling the SanDisk DJ Flash Drive, the first USB drive officially optimized for rekordbox. Built with DJs in mind, the drive features dual connectivity: a USB-C interface for high-speed transfer on modern devices, and a […]