Adobe unveils free Keith Haring brushes
The project in tribute to legendary artist Keith Haring's mantra that "art is for everyone."
Deep Cuts: the music of Kool & The Gang’s Ronald Bell
More than just a Celebration: Ronald Bell aka Khalis Bayyan passed away this week, leaving behind a catalog of funk and pop hits spanning nearly 50 years.
Art Basel Miami 2020 is cancelled
COVID-19 cancellations are now extending into the winter as Art Basel Miami's organizers cite coronavirus, travel restrictions and general uncertainty in canceling the December 2020 Art Basel Miami event.
DJ and producer Erick Morillo has died
In shocking news, house music DJ and producer Erick Morillo was found dead by police this morning in Miami Beach.
Back To Life: New Issue of 5 Mag
Phenomenal Handclap Band, Boddhi Satva, Milly James + more inside the new issue of 5 Mag, out now.
The World Celebrates Frankie Knuckles Day 2020 with Virtual Concert
Eric Kupper, Mike Dunn, Billy Porter, Lady D and more on deck for DJ sets and live performances in tribute to Frankie Knuckles this August 25, 2020.
NAMM 2021 cancels January convention due to Coronavirus
The most notable gear and music instrument showcase in the US has been cancelled and replaced with a digital event for 2021.
Chicago nightlife legend Dave Medusa has died
Dave Medusa, of the most influential promoters in the history of electronic music and Chicago music in general has passed away of natural causes.
Artists stand to lose out when Google Play goes down
Google Play Music paid artists more than its corporate sibling at YouTube. Maybe that's why it had to die.
Erick Morillo arrested for rape accusation in Miami Beach
Erick Morillo was arrested following an eight month investigation after a fellow DJ has accused Erick Morillo of sexual battery following a private party in December.
So they really threw a rave under a bridge in Brooklyn Saturday night
Governor Andrew Cuomo is on the warpath after footage emerged of an illicit rave held Saturday night under the Kosciuszko Bridge in Brooklyn.
Charivari keeps the party going through August
Detroit's Charivari festival will now stream 24 hours a day through August 15 2020.
Why we love and why we support DJ Deeon
Someone like Chicago ghetto house & low end legend DJ Deeon only comes around once in a generation.
Bandcamp Makes Every 1st Friday Fee-Free through 2020
Bandcamp is extending their fee-free "Bandcamp Fridays" concept to the 1st Friday of every month until the end of 2020.
For Independent Music Venues, “The Warning Light Is Flashing”
Contact your congresspeople and urge them to support the Save Our Stages Act, introduced on Wednesday July 22 in the US Senate.
Newspaper Prints Chicago House Themed Crossword Puzzle
Jim Daley of Chicago's South Side Weekly has composed a crossword puzzle with clues themes from Chicago House Music history.
Bryan Jones Splits from Golf Clap
Hugh Cleal will carry on with the Golf Clap name and Country Club Disco label after a split with Bryan Jones.
Dave Lee Drops Joey Negro Moniker
A day after Marea Stamper drops "The Black Madonna," Dave Lee announces he's dropping his most widely-known moniker.
Chicago DJ D2A Found Dead Two Months After Being Charged in Wife’s Murder
Brian Rosin aka DJ D2A was found dead by police on Saturday morning. The DJ/producer had been charged in May for the smothering death of his wife during a mushroom trip.
Black Madonna Responds to Petition from Black Artists, Changes Name
"I commend Marea Stamper for finally making the decision to cease the use of the name, 'The Black Madonna,'" Monty Luke tells 5 Mag.
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Library of Congress adds Jamie Principle’s “Your Love” to National Recording Registry
The classic of classic Chicago house tracks was selected for preservation as one of "the defining sounds of history and culture." Here's how it was made.
