Cándido: Revolutionary, the Thousand Finger Man and the Hands of Fire
One of the most important percussionists in history has died. Cándido Camero changed popular music forever - and almost invented house music along the way.
Making Techno out of political bullshit & dodgy electronic voting machines
Mike Richison's Electo Electro 2020 art installation plays 5 nights a week powered by soundbytes, manipulation and audience voting.
Inside the New Issue of 5 Mag
Live from the underground - inside 5 Mag #185 with Tensnake, Joi Cardwell, the death of Detroit's Packard Plant Project, the Politik and more.
Guitar Center is reportedly careening toward bankruptcy
Music retailing giant Guitar Center is reportedly discussing bankruptcy with creditors after missing a key interest payment.
Visitation and services for Benji Espinoza in suburban Chicago
Friends and family will pay their respects to the DJ International co-founder Benji Espinoza this Wednesday and Thursday in Berwyn.
Fyre Festival fraudster tried to record a podcast from jail, got solitary confinement instead
Billy McFarland's attorney alleges he was sent to solitary confinement for recording a podcast called "Dumpster Fyre."
DJ International Records’ Benji Espinoza has passed away
Chicago house pioneer Benji Espinoza, co-founder of DJ International and an A&R man in his bones has died.
Broadcasters can now charge admission directly on Zoom
Video giant Zoom introduces paid ticketing and other online tools for users in the US. And they aren't charging a fee for it.
New York charges promoters of infamous Chainsmokers EDM pandemic show
Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York Department of Health charge promoters behind the infamous Hamptons EDM show with the Chainsmokers and the CEO of Goldman Sachs.
Autopsy: Erick Morillo died from Ketamine toxicity
Autopsy by the Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner reveals Erick Morillo's cause of death as acute ketamine toxicity combined with MDMA and cocaine as a result of an accidental overdose. Morillo was charged with sexual assault at the time of his death on September 1 2020
Resident Advisor nets $1 million from UK cultural grant
The $1 million grant announced Monday is part of the UK government's COVID-19 relief payouts for "venues, theaters, museums and cultural organizations."
The White House once again leaves nightclubs in limbo
America's music venues have been tossed a lifeline in the Save Our Stages Act, which is now part of the stimulus package being held hostage by the White House.
The Art of Nostalgia: Inside the New 5 Mag
Getting deep in the new issue with The Reflex, Michael Zuker, Amy Douglas, James Duncan, Shamrock Guitor and more.
Chicago lifts COVID restrictions on bars
Big news as bars re-open indoor seating and capacity, hours and services expand starting October 1.
Rekordbox now lets you edit tracks
Pioneer's rekordbox adds a new kink for DJs to edit tracks in the new update showcasing "edit mode."
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.
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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.
