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Interplanetary Criminal infiltrated the mainstream, now he’s shaping the underground. Read the cover feature:
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3 months ago
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In a memo sent to staff, the Wasserman Group CEO wrote: "I have become a distraction ... That is why I have begun the process of selling the company"
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Casey Wasserman to sell talent agency due to Epstein files fallout
In a memo sent to staff, the Wasserman Group CEO wrote: "I have become a distraction ... That is why I have begun the process of selling the company"
http://mixmag.net/read/casey-wasserman-sell-talent-agency-due-epstein-files-fallout-news
about 15 hours ago
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The Hoxton claims that it has since been forced to close 31 of its 129 rooms due to noise levels on the adjoining walls
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Newly opened Dublin hotel seeks injunction against late-night venue over noise complaints
The Hoxton, which reopened in November after a four-year renovation, claims it has had to close 31 of its 129 rooms due to noise
https://mixmag.net/read/newly-reopened-dublin-hotel-seeks-injuction-against-late-night-venue-over-noise-complaints-news
1 day ago
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After analysing all 270 GRAMMY wins across 95 categories this year, the report found that female artists received just 23% of all awards
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Women received less than a quarter of all GRAMMY Awards in 2026, report finds
The report also points to a decline in the number of nominations for female artists year-on-year
https://mixmag.net/read/women-received-less-than-a-quarter-of-all-grammy-awards-in-2026-report-finds-news
1 day ago
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Rayner says that the UK's nightlife venues "command global respect" and "make the UK a cultural and social powerhouse"
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Angela Rayner calls on UK government to establish 'Minister for Nightlife'
The former Deputy Prime Minister said nightlife venues "make the UK a cultural and social powerhouse"
https://mixmag.net/read/angela-rayner-calls-on-government-to-establish-minister-for-nightlife-news
2 days ago
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The Starman will act as the "sole" narrator for David Bowie: You're Not Alone, which the studio claims makes for an "intimate and revealing self-portrait"
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New "immersive" David Bowie experience is coming to London
Located at Kings Cross' Lightroom Studios, David Bowie: You're Not Alone will feature "rare performance footage, photography, drawings, lyrics, personal notes and sketches"
https://mixmag.net/read/new-immersive-david-bowie-experience-is-coming-to-london-news
2 days ago
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“We want to continue improving London's nightlife by encouraging later opening hours, supporting our nightlife industries and revitalising our high streets"
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Sadiq Khan proposes "London-wide" nightlife licensing overhaul
The overhaul would require local licensing bodies to take factors such as economic growth and social and cultural value into consideration
https://mixmag.net/read/sadiq-khan-announces-city-wide-licensing-overhaul-for-london-news
2 days ago
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At Brooklyn’s “hi-def dance club” Refuge, two mainstays of New York nightlife have joined forces to execute their vision of the perfect club, building on the city’s mighty legacy and carrying that inspiration forward into the future
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New York’s ‘golden age’ of clubbing is reborn at Refuge
At Brooklyn’s “hi-def dance club” Refuge, two mainstays of New York nightlife have joined forces to execute their vision of the perfect club, building on the city’s mighty legacy and carrying that ins...
https://mixmag.net/feature/refuge-nyc-new-york-city-audiophile-hi-def-nightclub-golden-age-no-way-back
3 days ago
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"When did underrepresented artists stop getting booked on line-ups?"
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Jyoty, HAAi and Jaguar sign open letter calling for gender equality in club and festival line-ups
Launched by Not Bad For A Girl, the letter points to examples of gender disparity — including one UK festival with a line-up featuring "80% men"
https://mixmag.net/read/jyoty-haai-and-jaguar-sign-open-letter-calling-for-gender-equality-on-club-and-festival-line-ups-news
3 days ago
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Several artists have threatened to part ways with the Wasserman Group after the talent agency's founder and CEO was mentioned in the Epstein Files
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Artists threaten to leave Wasserman after founder mentioned in Epstein files
salute, A Hundred Drums, and Chappell Roan have declared their intention to leave the talent agency unless Casey Wasserman leaves his role as CEO
https://mixmag.net/read/artists-threaten-leave-wasserman-founder-mentioned-epstein-files-news
3 days ago
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74 Hall insisted that the decision was made in order to “preserve the integrity of the atmosphere created in our venue"
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“Rave culture is a statement”: Istanbul nightclub makes dark clothing compulsory
74 Hall stirred a mixture of responses with its newly-enforced rule, with some asking whether it’s “a joke”
https://mixmag.net/read/rave-culture-statement-istanbul-nightclub-dark-clothing-compulsory-74-hall-news
4 days ago
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The amount of demonetised streams accounts for around $17 million in royalties that could have gone toward real artists
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Apple Music says it demonetised two billion “fraudulent” music streams last year
VP Oliver Schusser says it accounts for $17 million in royalties that could have gone toward real artists
https://mixmag.net/read/apple-music-says-it-demonetised-2-billion-fraudulent-music-streams-last-year-news
5 days ago
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"He will be remembered as one of our greatest musicians ever... as a man who strove to put Ghanaian music on the global map at a time when other genres of music were prominent”
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Celebrated Ghanaian producer and musician Ebo Taylor has died aged 90
The highlife pioneer received multiple Lifetime Achievement awards for his contributions to Ghanaian music
https://mixmag.net/read/celebrated-ghanaian-producer-and-musician-ebo-taylor-has-died-age-90-news
5 days ago
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"It is like saying that my love of Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather makes me a mobster"
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Use of rap lyrics in criminal court cases to be debated in House of Lords this week
An amendment to the Victims and Courts Bill could limit police's ability to utilise lyrics unless they are “literal, rather than figurative or fictional”
https://mixmag.net/read/use-rap-lyrics-criminal-prosecution-debated-uk-house-of-lords-news/
5 days ago
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Six people were also hospitalised after attending trance and techno festival Dreamstate over the weekend
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Suspected mass overdose at Sydney music festival leaves one dead
Six people were also hospitalised after attending trance and techno festival Dreamstate over the weekend
https://mixmag.net/read/suspected-mass-overdose-sydney-music-festival-leaves-one-dead-six-hospitalised-news
6 days ago
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Under new draft rules, those living in the country could carry up to 750g of cannabis at a time
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South Africa to allow possession of up to 2,000 joints-worth of weed
Under new draft rules, those living in the country could carry up to 750g of cannabis at a time
https://mixmag.net/read/south-african-could-be-allowed-possess-enough-cannabis-for-over-2-000-joints-news
8 days ago
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Staff told an inquest that they should have contacted emergency services immediately upon discovering the 23-year-old unwell
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London's FOLD criticised for delayed response following death of 23-year-old man
Staff at the Canning Town nightclub reportedly waited "over an hour" to call an ambulance, which a coroner claims "decreased" the man's chance of survival
https://mixmag.net/read/coroner-criticses-fold-emergency-response-after-staff-waited-an-hour-news
9 days ago
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In the files, Casey Wasserman was found to have had correspondence with Epstein's associate Ghislaine Maxwell in the early 2000s
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Wasserman Group CEO issues public apology after being mentioned in Epstein files
Casey Wasserman was found to have corresponded with Epstein's associate and convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell in 2003
https://mixmag.net/read/founder-of-wasserman-agency-releases-statement-following-epstein-files-news
9 days ago
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300 guests will be admitted into the event, which will see Abbey Road's Studio One transformed into a rowdy dancefloor from 8:PM - 1:AM
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Soulwax to host first-ever "rave" at London's Abbey Road Studios
Featuring a DJ set from the Belgian duo under their 2manydjs moniker, Abbey Road After Hours will see Studio One transform into a rowdy dancefloor this month
https://mixmag.net/read/soulwax-to-host-first-ever-rave-at-londons-iconic-abbey-road-studios-news
9 days ago
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The intimate, 120-capacity venue will now operate until 4:AM on weekends and 2:AM on Thursdays
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The Glove That Fits secures 4:AM licence and reveals “major transformation”
The Hackney venue will now feature a new layout, upgraded soundsystem, and new lighting
https://mixmag.net/read/hackney-glove-that-fits-secures-4am-licence-reveals-major-transformation-news
10 days ago
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“There is a structural change going on – people are drinking less”
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Global alcohol market plummets by $830 billion as Gen Z drinking declines
According to NHS England statistics around a third of 16 to 24-year-olds went teetotal in 2025
https://mixmag.net/read/alcohol-market-plummets-by-830-billion-as-gen-z-drinking-habits-change-study-finds-news
10 days ago
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The Mix 092: CLEMENTAUM ✨ The Brazilian force of nature mixes an exhibition of her rip-roaring sound, comprising entirely of her own tracks, collaborations and remixes. Check it:
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10 days ago
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Glass said that the current values of the Kennedy Center stand "in direct conflict" with the piece, which he describes as a "portrait" of Abraham Lincoln
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Philip Glass withdraws from Kennedy Center show in protest of Donald Trump
The legendary composer was set to premiere Symphony No 15 ‘Lincoln’ at the centre in June
https://mixmag.net/read/philip-glass-withdraws-from-kennedy-center-in-protest-against-donald-trump-news
10 days ago
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Council members have approved a licensing application for Freeze Hifi, with the new venue being granted a 4:AM closing time
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Todd Terry set to open new listening bar in Liverpool
Named after Terry's imprint, Freeze Hifi will feature vinyl music curation from the legendary New York DJ and producer
https://mixmag.net/read/todd-terry-to-help-launch-new-venue-in-liverpool-news
10 days ago
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Born during the pandemic as a Zoom party, Normie Corp now brings its wild and hyper-specific themed parties to venues across Vancouver, uplifting its community of “normies-turned-creatives”
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No judgement: How Normie Corp turned online raving into Vancouver’s liveliest queer club night
Born during the pandemic as a Zoom party, Normie Corp now brings its wild and hyper-specific themed parties to venues across Vancouver, uplifting its community of “normies-turned-creatives”. We meet N...
https://mixmag.net/feature/how-normie-corp-turned-online-raving-vancouver-liveliest-queer-club-night
11 days ago
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Native Instruments CEO Nick Williams has made a statement following news that the music tech company entered preliminary insolvency proceedings last week
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Native Instruments says “business continues as usual” after insolvency proceedings
CEO Nick Williams insists that he’s seeking a “sustainable” future for the music tech company
https://mixmag.net/read/native-instruments-says-business-continues-usual-after-insolvency-proceedings-news
11 days ago
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With major changes planned for the festival’s 17th edition, Boomtown is undergoing a “radical redesign” this year. Here's what that might look like...
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“An ever-evolving beast”: Inside Boomtown's ambitious plans for a "bold new era"
With major changes planned for the festival’s 17th edition, Boomtown is undergoing a “radical redesign” this year. Director of Music Strategy & Programming James Cousins talks the return of fan-fave s...
https://mixmag.net/feature/boomtown-fair-2026-festival-plans-interview-bold-new-era
12 days ago
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38 people were injured in an incident at a Bremervörde club on Saturday night
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Eight hospitalised following “mass pepper-spraying” at German nightclub
38 people were injured in an incident at a Bremervörde club on Saturday night
https://mixmag.net/read/eight-hospitalised-following-mass-pepper-spraying-german-nightclub-news
12 days ago
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Kendrick Lamar led the way with five wins across the night
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Gesaffelstein, FKA twigs and Kendrick Lamar among GRAMMYs 2026 winners
The 68th annual ceremony took place on Sunday in Los Angeles
https://mixmag.net/read/gesaffelstein-fka-twigs-kendrick-lamar-amongst-grammys-2026-winners-news
12 days ago
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The recommendation comes with the caveat that it was "by no means a unanimous decision"
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Experts advise UK government not to reclassify ketamine as a Class A drug
The report found that “possible advantages of reclassifying ketamine were outweighed by the disadvantages"
https://mixmag.net/read/ketamine-report-class-a-drug-reclassify-uk-news
13 days ago
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It's described as a "complete reimagining" of the space, and the most "dramatic" overhaul of the room since the venue launched in 1991
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Ministry of Sound unveils major main room refurbishment for 35th anniversary
The Box has been fitted out with a new KV2 soundsystem, redesigned dancefloor and more
https://mixmag.net/read/ministry-of-sound-unveils-major-refurbishment-for-the-box-news
15 days ago
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"Due to the Trump administration's ongoing travel restrictions based on race and nationality, I have serious concerns around travelling to the United States at this time"
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Darius Syrossian forced to cancel US shows, cites Trump's Iranian travel ban
The Tehran-born DJ shared his "serious concerns" around travelling to the US amid restrictions for Iranian citizens
https://mixmag.net/read/darius-syrossian-forced-to-cancel-us-shows-due-to-trump-travel-rules-news
15 days ago
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“For now, we are focusing on all the warm memories we’ve shared”
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Buckinghamshire's Above Below Festival pauses indefinitely: “It’s been a privilege”
The boutique UK festival previously said it was taking a “breather”, but is unsure if it will return
https://mixmag.net/read/boutique-festival-above-below-pauses-indefinitely-news
15 days ago
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The new programme will offer dedicated grants to incentivise promoters to platform local talent, alongside business support to help both new and long-standing venues.
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Liverpool City Council launches support programme for grassroots music venues
Venues and promoters can apply for grants of up to £3,000, allowing for "six nights of live music programming"
https://mixmag.net/read/liverpool-launches-support-programme-for-grassroots-music-venues-news
16 days ago
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Deezer launched its AI-detection tool in early 2025 and revealed in September that it was receiving over 30,000 “fully AI-generated” tracks every day
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Deezer says it has demonetised 85% of all AI-generated music due to fraud
The French streaming service is now making its AI-detection tool “commercially available”
https://mixmag.net/read/deezer-says-demonetised-85-percent-ai-generated-music-fraud-news
16 days ago
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We headed down to find out why The Green Party is setting its sights on the dancefloor
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Why did this UK political party throw a club night?
Nightlife has been historically dismissed by politicians, but The Green Party’s thousand-strong event at Heaven has seemingly bucked the trend. We headed down to find out why they're setting sights on...
https://mixmag.net/feature/green-party-heaven-nightclub-zack-polanski-london-rave
16 days ago
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Why did a UK political party throw a club night? Nightlife has been historically dismissed by politicians, but The
@greenparty.org.uk
's event at Heaven has seemingly bucked the trend. We headed down to find out why they're setting sights on the dancefloor.
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Why did this UK political party throw a club night?
Nightlife has been historically dismissed by politicians, but The Green Party’s thousand-strong event at Heaven has seemingly bucked the trend. We headed down to find out why they're setting sights on...
https://mixmag.net/feature/green-party-heaven-nightclub-zack-polanski-london-rave
16 days ago
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In December, Anna's Archive claimed to have accessed millions of music files from Spotify, and shared plans to release them online
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Spotify and "big three" major labels are suing Anna's Archive for $13 trillion
A court filing claims that the internet activist group has engaged in the "brazen theft" of 86 million audio files from the platform
https://mixmag.net/read/spotify-and-big-three-major-labels-suing-annas-archive-for-13-trillion-news
16 days ago
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Promising to tell the tale of "excellence and struggle, resilience and joy” for the V&A East's debut exhibition
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Resilience and joy: New London exhibition chronicles 125 years of Black British music
The Music Is Black: A British Story has been called a “landmark exhibition” tracing back more than a century, set to open on April 18 at the V&A East Museum in Stratford
https://mixmag.net/feature/resilience-joy-new-london-exhibition-chronicles-125-years-black-british-music-gallery
17 days ago
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XOYO is back under independent ownership and relaunching this week, intending to bring the East London club "back to the underground"
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“We want to be the best”: An interview with XOYO’s new owner
XOYO is back under independent ownership and relaunching this week, intending to bring the East London club "back to the underground"
https://mixmag.net/feature/xoyo-relaunch-london-nightclub-club-interview-shoreditch
17 days ago
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The 26-year-old artist will serve a minimum of 24 years in prison
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London rapper DigDat jailed for life following drive-by shooting
The incident, which occurred in 2023, left a 27-year-old with life-threatening injuries
https://mixmag.net/read/london-rapper-digdat-jailed-life-drive-by-shooting-news
17 days ago
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Tickets9 hopes to offer fans "a transparent and ethical resale option" with all tickets sold on the platform capped at face value
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Music Venue Trust backs new "ethical" ticket resale platform
Tickets9 will prohibit the sale of tickets above face value, with a £1 levy from each ticket sold for events of 5,000-capacity or above
https://mixmag.net/read/music-venue-trust-backs-new-ethical-ticket-resale-platform-news
17 days ago
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Sly Dunbar was one of the most prolific drummers in the reggae scene, famously working alongside late bassist Robbie Shakespeare as part of the production duo Sly & Robbie
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Reggae legend and Sly & Robbie member Sly Dunbar has died aged 73
The GRAMMY-winning artist performed alongside the likes of The Rolling Stones and Bob Marley
https://mixmag.net/read/reggae-legend-sly-robbie-member-sly-dunbar-died-aged-73-news
18 days ago
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The incident reportedly took place last February in Peckham as the two stars introduced their collaborative track 'The Entry'
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Giggs allegedly targeted in drive-by shooting at DJ AG event, Channel 4 reveals
A bystander was shot in the foot during the incident, which reportedly took place in Peckham last February
https://mixmag.net/read/giggs-allegedly-targeted-drive-by-shooting-dj-ag-event-documentary-reveals-news
18 days ago
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The U-turn follows backlash against the Labour government over changes to Business Rate Multipliers announced in the 2025 budget
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UK grassroots music venues to receive further business rates discount, government confirms
Nightclubs and music venues as a whole have not been included in the discounted rates group
https://mixmag.net/read/uk-nightclubs-receive-15-percent-discount-business-rates-news
18 days ago
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Since 2021, US private equity firm Francisco Partners has had a majority stake in Native Instruments
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Music tech company Native Instruments enters preliminary insolvency
The company’s assets will be “sold off in some form” as a result of the proceedings, according to reports
https://mixmag.net/read/music-tech-company-native-instruments-enters-preliminary-insolvency-tech
18 days ago
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50% of respondents to the survey said they had experienced differential treatment, bullying, bias, or harassment due to their background
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Discrimination against working class people should be illegal, cultural report recommends
50% of respondents to the 'Class Ceiling' survey said they had experienced harassment or bias due to their background
https://mixmag.net/read/discrimination-against-working-class-people-should-be-illegal-cultural-report-recommends-news
19 days ago
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Recommendations include reforms on the city's "outdated" licensing and planning processes, in order to make "applications simpler and decisions more consistent" for venues
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Sadiq Khan's Nightlife Taskforce share 23 recommendations for London's night time economy
Recommendations include licensing reforms, a review of late-night transport links, and a "Nightlife Future Fund" to support new nightlife projects from underrepresented communities
https://mixmag.net/read/sadiq-khan-nightlife-taskforce-shares-23-recomendations-for-londons-scene-news
19 days ago
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Hemsley claims that his original edit – which he released at 19 when he was just making his start in the music industry – was played out "years ago" during Matt's shows
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Ben Hemsley accuses Hugel and Matt Sassari of plagiarism
He alleges that the French producers ripped off his idea for a remix of Sonique’s ‘It Feels So Good’
https://mixmag.net/read/ben-hemsley-accuses-hugel-and-matt-sassari-of-plagiarism-news
19 days ago
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The originators of Chicago footwork rewired and dominated local dancefloors — then together, they moved the world.
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From Chicago to the world: How footwork crossed the globe
The originators of Chicago footwork rewired and dominated local dancefloors — then together, they moved the world. Tracy Kawalik explores the unshakable legacy and unifying power of Chicago footwork w...
https://mixmag.net/feature/chicago-footwork-crossed-the-globe-london-160-bpm-unity-dancers-djs-interviews
19 days ago
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Hugo is accusing Williams of "engaging in self-dealing, concealed material information, and diverted revenues owed to plaintiff"
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Chad Hugo is suing former The Neptunes' partner Pharrelll Williams for unpaid royalties
The lawsuit claims Williams owes Hugo "over $1 million" for his work on 2017 N.E.R.D album 'No One Ever Really Dies Alone'
https://mixmag.net/read/lawsuit-claims-pharrelll-williams-owes-chad-hugo-1-million-for-work-on-n-e-r-ds-no-one-ever-really-dies-alone-news
19 days ago
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