Bandcamp launches yet another livestreaming platform, and it may be the best
"Bandcamp Live" is rolling out and combines ticketed livestreams, merch and chat on one unified platform.
Gofundme for Phil Asher’s son doubles goal in first 48 hours
An outpouring of support for the late, great DJ and electronic music producer Phil Asher has boosted the GoFundMe for his son Marvin.
Reason jumps into the subscription world with Reason+
Reason is a DAW that is sometimes a plug-in and now sometimes a subscription-based service with the introduction of the new Reason+.
The “Goldman Sachs DJ” lost $10 million this week
The board docked David Solomon (aka "DJ D-Sol" for the terminally corny) for his bank's role in the 1MDB scandal. Thankfully it's only 1/3rd of his salary.
Gearslutz to change name after viral petition
Gearslutz is for gear, but Julian Standen acknowledges the name "has gotten old" and will be changed in the near future.
Ghost Ship’s Derick Almena pleads guilty to 36 counts of involuntary manslaughter
Four years after the Ghost Ship Fire, leaseholder Derick Almena plead guilty in a controversial plea agreement. He is not expected to serve additional time in jail.
Phil Asher, who was among the greatest producers in the world, has died
From broken beat to soulful house to soaring remixes, Phil Asher leaves behind a staggering legacy and treasure trove of tracks.
The Root of the Issue: Inside the New 5 Mag
Monty Luke on BLM, Climate Change and Creating a Catalogue of Black Electronic Music, Brawther cover mix and more inside the latest issue of 5 Mag, out now.
DJ Sama’ Abdulhadi released on bail by Palestinian Authority
More details emerge about the event involving Palestine DJ Sama' Abdulhadi, which was allegedly being shot for Beatport and caused a scandal in the Palestinian Authority government.
Palestinian DJ Sama’ Abdulhadi arrested after techno party near religious shrine
A techno party near Jericho in Palestine has been condemned by the prime minister and lead to the arrest of pioneering Palestinian DJ Sama' Abdulhadi.
Haçienda NYE livestream features an avatar of Frankie Knuckles
24 hour (virtual) party people with Carl Craig, Phuture (live), Inner City (live) and an avatar playing Frankie Knuckles last ever Manchester NYE set recorded in 2013.
Your favorite nightclub might survive after a lifeline from the stimulus deal
Live music industry hails the inclusion of the Save Our Stages Act in the omnibus COVID-19 stimulus deal.
Beatport gobbles up Loopmasters, Loopcloud & Plugin Boutique
In an aggressive pivot into the music production market, Beatport has acquired Loopmasters and consumer brands Loopcloud and Plugin Boutique.
Don’t look for that “postponed” show refund from Ticketmaster anytime soon
One of the lawsuits seeking refunds from Ticketmaster & Live Nation over shows "postponed" by coronavirus has been pushed to arbitration.
Chicago’s promoters are banding together during lockdown
Chicago club and music industry veterans lead by Nick Karounos, John Curley and Stuart Hackley form Auris Presents for new nightlife "experiences."
Detroit documentary makers pay tribute to Mike Huckaby
Podcast from the filmmakers behind "God Said Give 'Em Drum Machines" pays tribute to the late Detroit producer Mike Huckaby who gave their film its name.
Forward: 5 Mag Issue 186 Released
The inside history of Bay Area stalwarts As You Like It, Seven Davis, Jr., Mike Huckaby and more inside the new issue of 5 Mag.
Detroit Swindle changes their name to “Dam Swindle”
Dutch deep house duo Detroit Swindle is changing their name to Dam Swindle, honoring both their home base of Amsterdam and acknowledging the controversy over cultural appropriation.
You can now embed Apple Podcasts on your website
A mere 15 years after YouTube and 10 after SoundCloud, Apple finally allows users to embed podcasts from Apple Podcasts on their website.
Trax Records attempts to dismiss most of Larry Heard & Robert Owens lawsuit
Heard and Owens' lawsuit alleged decades of copyright infringement, fraud and claimed they hadn't received "a single accounting or payment" from Trax.
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Dedication: To Juan Atkins
There was never a moment before today that Juan Atkins was not a vital part of the American electronic music scene.
