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A silent threat is emerging inside record archives, where thousands of master tapes from the analogue era are approaching the limits of their physical lifespan
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Hidden crisis threatens future of analogue master tapes
Archivists describe a race against time as master tapes reach their physical limits
https://mixmagmena.com/feature/hidden-crisis-threatens-future-of-analogue-master-tapes
about 4 hours ago
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Kneecap have been confirmed as the official away shirt sponsor for Dublin football club Bohemian F.C. 30% of shirt profits will be donated to ACLAÍ Palestine in Bethlehem, West Bank
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Kneecap become Bohemian F.C. away shirt sponsor with proceeds supporting ACLAÍ Palestine
30% of shirt profits will be donated to ACLAÍ Palestine in Bethlehem, West Bank
https://mixmagmena.com/read/kneecap-become-bohemian-fc-away-shirt-sponsor-with-proceeds-supporting-aclai-palestine-news/
about 8 hours ago
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Iranian DJ and producer Proyal told Mixmag MENA that the scale of repression and isolation has left many feeling abandoned and unheard: “We are not okay, we are alone”
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Iranian artist on living under crackdown: “We are not okay, we are alone”
Iranian DJ/producer Proyal offers a personal perspective on Iran’s ongoing crisis
https://mixmagmena.com/read/iranian-artist-on-living-under-crackdown-we-are-not-okay-we-are-alone-news
4 days ago
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Sultan + Shepard are among the artists featured on the United Nations Chamber Music Society’s album 'HARMONY', an electronic music compilation curated to mark the UN’s 80th anniversary
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Sultan + Shepard featured on UN Chamber Music Society album, ‘HARMONY’
The UN’s 80th anniversary is marked through a cross-genre electronic release
https://mixmagmena.com/read/sultan-shepard-featured-on-un-chamber-music-society-album-harmony-news
7 days ago
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London-born Persian DJ and vocalist lylla (Leila Collins) has released the official video for her latest single ‘FUGITIVE’
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lylla shares ‘FUGITIVE’ video shot in Moroccan desert
The video features Farsi subtitles and carries strong Arabian driftcore and Tumblr-era aesthetics
https://mixmagmena.com/read/lylla-shares-fugitive-video-shot-in-moroccan-desert-news
8 days ago
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Image-Line has revealed the public beta launch of FL Studio Web
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“FL Studio is coming to your browser”: Image-Line unveils FL Studio Web
FL Studio Web is the first industry-standard DAW to deliver functionality via browser
https://mixmagmena.com/read/image-line-unveils-fl-studio-web-tech
11 days ago
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Padre Guilherme, the Portuguese priest widely known as the “DJ Priest”, performed in Beirut last week, bringing his music-led message of unity to one of the city’s largest nightclubs amid public debate and legal scrutiny
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Padre Guilherme, aka the ‘DJ Priest’, highlights dance music’s unifying role at a Beirut club night
The performance faced opposition before the event but concluded peacefully
https://mixmagmena.com/feature/padre-guilherme-aka-the-dj-priest-highlights-dance-musics-unifying-role-at-a-beirut-club-night
14 days ago
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Iranian DJs and producers Human Rias and Xashes have released 'This Is The End', an emotionally charged single shaped by recent developments in Iran
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Human Rias and Xashes release ‘This Is The End’ at decisive moment for Iran
The long-unreleased track arrives as a response to Iran’s ongoing struggle for freedom
https://mixmagmena.com/read/human-rias-xashes-this-is-the-end-news
14 days ago
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A new indoor concert venue is on the way in Bahrain, with Terminal 4 by Beyon set to open as a 3,500-capacity space
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Bahrain adds new indoor venue as Terminal 4 by Beyon nears opening
The 3,500-capacity venue opens within Exhibition World Bahrain as a companion to Beyon Al Dana Amphitheatre
https://mixmagmena.com/read/bahrain-adds-new-indoor-venue-as-terminal-4-by-beyon-nears-opening-news/
18 days ago
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Lilya Mandre has shared a new single, ‘Casablanca’, alongside a mini documentary
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Lilya Mandre shares new single ‘Casablanca’ alongside mini documentary
Lilya Mandre teams up with VXSION on the track she describes as her love letter to Casablanca
https://mixmagmena.com/read/lilya-mandre-shares-new-single-casablanca-alongside-mini-documentary-news
19 days ago
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A woman has been sentenced in Ibiza to 15 months and one day in prison for libel after false sexual assault claims made against Guy Gerber
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Ibiza court rules woman knowingly made false rape claims against Guy Gerber
The sentence follows accusations dating back to a party in Mykonos in 2013
https://mixmagmena.com/read/ibiza-court-rules-woman-knowingly-made-false-rape-claims-against-guy-gerber-news
20 days ago
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Running until January 12, the online auction raises funds for food and medical support in Sudan ⏳
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The Weeknd, PinkPantheress, Kelela and others support Sudan fundraising auction with special lots
Running from January 6 to 12, the online auction raises funds for food and medical support in Sudan
https://mixmagmena.com/read/the-weeknd-pinkpantheress-kelela-and-others-support-sudan-fundraising-auction-with-special-lots-news
21 days ago
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HBB (Usama Douglah) has released 'Challenge Everything', a two-track EP that marks his debut on Pipe & Pochet
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HBB lands on Pipe & Pochet with new EP, ‘Challenge Everything’
The two-track EP emerged from a summer of studio experimentation in Los Angeles
https://mixmagmena.com/read/hbb-challenge-everything-ep-news
23 days ago
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Gorillaz have unveiled their vibrant new single ‘Damascus’, featuring Omar Souleyman and Yasiin Bey
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Gorillaz release new single ‘Damascus’ featuring Omar Souleyman and Yasiin Bey
The track deepens the narrative surrounding the band’s ninth studio album ‘The Mountain’
https://mixmagmena.com/read/gorillaz-damascus-featuring-omar-souleyman-and-yasiin-bey-news
26 days ago
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Beirut-based producer Hrag Mikkel made his debut on Joone’s Acrylic on Canvas imprint with his new EP, 'Digitouch'
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Hrag Mikkel delivers rhythm, musicality and emotion in cohesive balance on ‘Digitouch’
The two-track EP is a groove-driven and melodically focused release shaped by his years as a bass and guitar player
https://mixmagmena.com/read/hrag-mikkel-digitouch-ep-news
about 1 month ago
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Radouan Mriziga’s new multidisciplinary stage project, Magec / the Desert, is receiving international attention, with Deena Abdelwahed providing its music and sound design
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Deena Abdelwahed anchors ‘Magec / The Desert’ with striking music and sound design
The multidisciplinary stage project continues as the second chapter of Brussels-based Moroccan choreographer Radouan Mriziga’s conceptual journey through mountain, desert and sea
https://mixmagmena.com/read/deena-abdelwahed-anchors-magec-the-desert-with-striking-music-and-sound-design-news
about 1 month ago
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French-Algerian artist DJ Snake has released 'Nomad', a 17-track studio album that explores a wide spectrum of global sounds while marking a new phase in his artistic trajectory
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DJ Snake explores new horizons on his third album ‘Nomad’
Alongside J Balvin, Stray Kids, Don Toliver, Future and Travis Scott, the album features further appearances by Amadou & Mariam, Damian Marley, Dillon Francis, TRXGGX, Space Laces, Peso Pluma, Bipolar...
https://mixmagmena.com/read/dj-snake-nomad-album-news/
about 1 month ago
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Mathame are set to present the global debut of their new audiovisual concept, NEOLOGY, in Beirut on December 27
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Mathame to debut NEOLOGY experience in Beirut
NEOLOGY extends the duo’s NEO universe with a live debut at Beirut Hall on December 27, Saturday
https://mixmagmena.com/read/mathame-neology-beirut-news
about 1 month ago
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Spotify rolls out Premium Platinum in markets including Saudi Arabia and the UAE
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Spotify rolls out Premium Platinum in markets including Saudi Arabia and the UAE
As Spotify tests its updated subscription model, it also acquired the community-driven database platform WhoSampled as part of its new SongDNA feature
https://mixmagmena.com/read/spotify-rolls-out-premium-platinum-in-markets-including-saudi-arabia-and-the-uae-news/
about 1 month ago
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Saliah is set to perform in Doha this Friday at HIDE
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Saliah set to perform in Doha this Friday
One Day At A Time presents the event at HIDE Doha with Dimix opening the night
https://mixmagmena.com/read/saliah-hide-doha-19-december-2025-news
about 2 months ago
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Tiësto has returned to his roots with ‘Bring Me To Life’, a distinctly trance-driven release featuring vocals from FORS. The release lands ahead of his shows at the Great Pyramids of Giza on December 19 and Dubai’s Surf Club on December 20
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Tiësto returns to his trance roots with ‘Bring Me To Life’
The release lands ahead of Tiësto’s shows at the Great Pyramids of Giza on December 19 and Dubai’s Surf Club on December 20
https://mixmagmena.com/read/tiesto-bring-me-to-life-news
about 2 months ago
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Khyam Allami contributes the music to a new documentary by Syrian filmmaker Rand Abou Fakher
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Khyam Allami soundtracks Rand Abou Fakher’s film ‘Why Do I See You In Everything?’
The screenplay was co-written by Qusay Awad, a Syrian multidisciplinary artist and DJ currently based in Berlin
https://mixmagmena.com/read/khyam-allami-soundtracks-rand-abou-fakher-s-film-why-do-i-see-you-in-everything-news
about 2 months ago
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SoundCloud has announced a new “all-in-one” artist subscription that will allow creators to retain 100% of their distribution royalties
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SoundCloud empowers creators with 100% distribution royalties
Among the features offered in the platform’s new all-in-one artist subscription are an on-demand vinyl service, storefronts for artists, and merch integration
https://mixmagmena.com/read/soundcloud-empowers-creators-with-100-percent-distribution-royalties-news
about 2 months ago
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Mor Elian's 11-track album blends ambient textures, early IDM frameworks and experimental electronics
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Mor Elian’s debut album ‘Solid Space’ blends ambient and early IDM structures
The 11-track album mirrors the internal focus that emerged throughout her pregnancy
https://mixmagmena.com/read/mor-elian-debut-album-solid-space-news
about 2 months ago
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Serkan Temizer has released a new single titled ‘Bayati Shiraz’, featuring vocalist Kenan Bayramli
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Serkan Temizer expands his sonic landscape with ‘Bayati Shiraz’
The track features vocalist Kenan Bayramli and lands on the Baku-based label mikpro
https://mixmagmena.com/read/serkan-temizer-kenan-bayramli-bayati-shiraz-mikpro-news
about 2 months ago
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Palestinian imprint Deviousco is set to make its official label debut this Friday at Club Pixels in Amman
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Palestinian imprint Deviousco gears up for label launch with party in Amman
The party at Club Pixels on December 5 showcases Salloom, Tushen Raï b2b Warum, Ravetop and Sarv ahead of the label’s debut compilation
https://mixmagmena.com/read/palestinian-imprint-deviousco-gears-up-for-label-launch-with-party-in-amman-news
about 2 months ago
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Radio TNP will launch its new screening initiative, Archival Resistance, on December 4 at Cinetol
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Radio TNP unveils Archival Resistance as bi-monthly screening series exploring music, film and collective memory
The first screening on December 4, which will feature a documentary bridging Palestinian resistance and Japanese solidarity, will be followed by DJ sets from Saja Amro and Karmel Sabri
https://mixmagmena.com/read/radio-tnp-unveils-archival-resistance-as-bi-monthly-screening-series-exploring-music-film-and-collective-memory-news/
2 months ago
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Navid Kaya and AliPink have released their collaborative track ‘Edge of Time’ via Steyoyoke, as part of the 15th curation of the ‘Ethereal Techno’ compilation series
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Steyoyoke features Navid Kaya and AliPink on new ‘Ethereal Techno’ compilation
Across its 17 tracks, the collection captures a range of melodic and introspective interpretations from artists worldwide
https://mixmagmena.com/read/navid-kaya-alipink-edge-of-time-news
2 months ago
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Berkcan Demir is set to take the stage at the official afterparty of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Azerbaijan on November 30 at Pasifico, one of Baku’s central gathering spots in the city’s nightlife scene
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Berkcan Demir to perform at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Azerbaijan afterparty at Baku’s Pasifico
The MBFW Azerbaijan programme closes with Berkcan Demir stepping into Pasifico on November 30, Sunday
https://mixmagmena.com/read/berkcan-demir-to-perform-at-mercedes-benz-fashion-week-azerbaijan-afterparty-at-pasifico-baku-news
2 months ago
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SAFAR has released ‘Janguariye’, a new track that brings together traditional Moroccan Gnawa elements with electronic music
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SAFAR collaborates with Hind Ennaira and Benda Haloy on ‘Janguariye’
Moroccan Gnawa rhythms are paired with vocals and guembri lines delivered by Hind Ennaira
https://mixmagmena.com/read/safar-hind-ennaira-benda-haloy-janguariye-news
2 months ago
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A State of Trance has shared the first set of artists due to appear at its 25th anniversary festival in Rotterdam in February 2026, including Egyptian duo Aly & Fila
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Aly & Fila revealed in first names announced for A State of Trance 25th year festival
The first wave of artists has been revealed by A State of Trance for its 25th year celebrations in Rotterdam in February 2026
https://mixmagmena.com/read/aly-and-fila-revealed-in-first-names-announced-for-a-state-of-trance-25th-year-festival-news/
2 months ago
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The International Nightlife Association has unveiled The World’s 100 Best Clubs™ 2025 list, drawing votes for 545 clubs across 73 countries and reaffirming Ibiza’s stronghold at the top while highlighting clubs from the wider MENA region
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INA releases 2025 Best Clubs list with representation from MENA region
The list features The Penthouse Dubai in the UAE, Theatro and Babouchka in Morocco, and The Castle Club in Cyprus
https://mixmagmena.com/read/ina-releases-2025-best-clubs-list-with-representation-from-mena-region-news
2 months ago
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Eternal Research has opened pre-orders for its debut product, the Demon Box, a device designed to transform electromagnetic signals into sound and light
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The Demon Box translates everyday objects into distinctive sound signatures
Eternal Research’s debut synth is now available for pre-order
https://mixmagmena.com/read/the-demon-box-translates-everyday-objects-into-distinctive-sound-signatures-tech/
2 months ago
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IMS Dubai’s 2025 edition is days away with new speakers and events ⏳ Mixmag’s International Development Director Nick DeCosemo will appear in two sessions
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Beatport Presents IMS Dubai’s 2025 edition is days away with new speakers and events
Mixmag’s Nick DeCosemo will speak and moderate panels at the 2025 summit in Dubai
https://mixmagmena.com/read/beatport-presents-ims-dubai-2025-edition-is-days-away-with-new-speakers-and-events-news
3 months ago
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Boyd Schidt is among those featured on a new 10-track compilation by US label EvilGroove
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Boyd Schidt among artists on EvilGroove’s latest compilation
Boyd Schidt contributes ‘Nuptial Flight’, standing out as the sole artist on the compilation hailing from the SWANA region
https://mixmagmena.com/read/boyd-schidt-among-artists-on-evilgroove-compilation-news
3 months ago
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Aly Fathalla, one half of Aly & Fila, has released his debut solo live electronic album, ‘Alive’
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Aly Fathalla introduces ‘Alive’ as debut solo album and live project
“While Aly & Fila continues stronger than ever, I’m also proud to share my new personal project: Alive.”
https://mixmagmena.com/read/aly-fathalla-alive-news
3 months ago
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An Egyptian rights organisation has urged authorities to put an end to live music and other public gatherings at the Pyramids of Giza
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Live music events at Pyramids of Giza could face ban as lawsuit claims structural harm
A rights organisation claims that loud music from recent Anyma and Circoloco shows could have a “destabilising” impact on the 4,000-year-old monuments
https://mixmagmena.com/read/live-music-events-at-pyramids-of-giza-could-face-ban-as-lawsuit-claims-structural-harm-news
3 months ago
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MOGA Festival returned to Essaouira for its sixth Moroccan edition, reaffirming its place as one of North Africa’s leading boutique festivals
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15 of the best photos from MOGA Festival’s sixth Moroccan edition
Held from 1–5 October, the 2025 edition once again brought together electronic music, wellness and cultural exploration along Morocco’s Atlantic coast
https://mixmagmena.com/feature/15-of-the-best-photos-from-moga-festival-6th-moroccan-edition/
4 months ago
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Brian Eno’s new album with Beatie Wolfe, titled ‘Liminal’, will be broadcast into space tonight via the historic Holmdel Horn Antenna 📡
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Brian Eno and Beatie Wolfe send their new album into space tonight
The pair's new record ‘Liminal’ will be broadcast into space tonight (October 15) via the historic Holmdel Horn Antenna
https://mixmagmena.com/read/brian-eno-and-beatie-wolfe-send-their-new-album-into-space-tonight-news/
4 months ago
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Butch's new single carries a distinctive raï character with clear reggada influence
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New Butch single blends North African raï and reggada influences
‘Moroccans From Outer Space With Lasers’ features samples from Said Rami’s ‘Twachi / تواشي’, taken from the 13-track album ‘Aalach Kalbek Nsrani’
https://mixmagmena.com/read/butch-moroccans-from-outer-space-with-lasers-news
4 months ago
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Apple Music has rolled out a new function that lets subscribers bring across playlists from other streaming services, including Spotify
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Apple Music adds option to import Spotify playlists
The update arrives as Spotify faces boycott calls over CEO Daniel Ek’s €600 million defence tech investment
https://mixmagmena.com/read/apple-music-adds-option-to-import-spotify-playlists-news
4 months ago
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The 6th edition of MOGA Festival in Morocco takes place this week
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The sixth Moroccan edition of MOGA Festival arrives in Essaouira this week
The festival takes place with OFF days 1–2 October and IN days 3–4–5 October
https://mixmagmena.com/read/the-sixth-moroccan-edition-of-moga-festival-arrives-in-essaouira-this-week-news
4 months ago
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Los Angeles label Discotchari is set to release ‘Tehrangeles Vice (Iranian Diaspora Pop 1983–1993)’ on October 17, a 12-track compilation that showcases music from the Tehrangeles pop scene spanning the years 1983 to 1993
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Iranian pop classics from Tehrangeles set to return on new Discotchari compilation
12 remastered songs from 1983 to 1993 feature on the compilation titled ‘Tehrangeles Vice (Iranian Diaspora Pop 1983-1993)’
https://mixmagmena.com/read/iranian-pop-classics-from-tehrangeles-set-to-return-on-new-discotchari-compilation-news
5 months ago
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Factory People and Goethe-Institut Libanon have launched the latest edition of Berlin Beirut Express, a platform supporting emerging artists and live performers in Lebanon
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Factory People and Goethe Institut Libanon launch new edition of Berlin Beirut Express
Berlin Beirut Express (BBX) invites submissions until September 18 from musicians across Lebanon
https://mixmagmena.com/read/factory-people-and-goethe-institut-libanon-launch-new-edition-of-berlin-beirut-express-news
5 months ago
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Lebanese-American DJ/producer Rony Seikaly has joined forces with Nick Curly on the ‘Seen It Coming’ EP
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Rony Seikaly teams up with Nick Curly on new EP, ‘Seen It Coming’
The two-track EP is out via 8bit Records
https://mixmagmena.com/read/rony-seikaly-nick-curly-seen-it-coming-news
5 months ago
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Beatport Presents IMS Dubai 2025 has announced its first wave of speakers and keynote participants
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Beatport Presents IMS Dubai 2025 unveils first speakers
Recent Mixmag MENA cover stars Nicole Moudaber and Bedouin are among the keynote speakers
https://mixmagmena.com/read/beatport-presents-ims-dubai-2025-unveils-first-speakers-news
5 months ago
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Boys’ Shorts have remixed English synth-pop band Hot Chip’s song titled ‘Devotion’
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Boys’ Shorts remix Hot Chip song ‘Devotion’ from upcoming anthology album
The original version of ‘Devotion’, remixed by Boys’ Shorts, is among the tracks on Hot Chip’s anthology album ‘Joy In Repetition’, out September 5
https://mixmagmena.com/read/hot-chip-devotion-boys-shorts-remix-news
5 months ago
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Sleep D, comprising Melbourne-born Corey Kikos and Iraqi-Australian artist Maryos Syawish, have made their full label debut on Kalahari Oyster Cult with a new three-track EP
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Sleep D step onto Kalahari Oyster Cult with ‘Reward Chemicals’
The three-track EP blends techno and trance influences for the dance floor
https://mixmagmena.com/read/sleep-d-reward-chemicals-ep-news
5 months ago
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Rabanne and Miraval Studios are calling on music producers to put their own spin on Judy Carter’s 1983 disco-boogie classic ‘Listen to the Music’
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Rabanne and Miraval Studios launch remix competition for disco classic ‘Listen To The Music’
Winners will be invited to the legendary Miraval Studios in France
https://mixmagmena.com/read/rabanne-miraval-studios-listen-to-the-music-remix-competition-news
5 months ago
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AZADI.mp3 has released a new three-track EP, titled ‘note to self’
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AZADI.mp3 pledges new EP and merch proceeds for humanitarian cause
The three-track EP ‘note to self’ is out, with all proceeds donated to The Sameer Project to aid the people of Gaza
https://mixmagmena.com/read/azadi-mp3-pledges-new-ep-and-merch-proceeds-for-humanitarian-cause-news
6 months ago
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