Phillip Hertz of Chicago’s Crosstalk Distribution Has Died
Phil C Hertz of Chicago vinyl distributor Crosstalk International died and some former customers and friends are remembering him.
The Chicago House Music Festival Will Return in 2019
The City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events has released their calendar for 2019. The good news: The Chicago House Music Festival is coming back to Millennium Park Memorial Day weekend.
5 Mag Loves Disco! Welcome to the New Issue!
Our love of disco knows no bounds! The new issue of 5 Mag with more than 100 pages of disco heat, starring Danny Krivit, Linda Clifford, Nick The Record, Dr. Packer, Boogie Nite, Marcel Vogel and more!
SoundCloud Goes Full Damage Control Mode After Contract Leak
SoundCloud's monetization program stumbles, as artists and media push back after The Verge published the original artist contract.
Could a Record Store Change Your Life?
A new book by Marcus Barnes lists 80 of the best record stores around the world.
The DJ Community Raised $9000 for Red Bull’s DJ Battle Winners. Red Bull Still Won’t Comment
DJ Konflikt's campaign has raised $9,000 for the winners of Red Bull's 3Style DJ Battle after the corporate giant decided it no longer needed to pay them.
David Morales Released WITHOUT Charges
"David is well and has asked that we pass on his love and gratitude to all those who have shown their support" according to a statement from his management.
Discogs Launches an “Exclusive” Marketplace for Records You Don’t Need and Can’t Afford
$500 test pressings and cassette tape boxed sets are the sample fare for Discogs new "Discogs Exclusives" marketplace for high ticket and rare items.
God Said Give ‘Em Drum Machines: A New Documentary on the History of Detroit Techno
A new documentary tells the story of Detroit Techno pioneers Juan Atkins, Kevin Saunderson, Derrick May, Eddie Fowlkes, Blake Baxter, and Santonio Echols.
Red Bull Cut Their Prizes for DJs, So This DJ is Crowdfunding Them Himself
Since Red Bull stopped paying cash prizes to winners of their 3Style contest, DJ Konflikt stepped forward to raise the funds himself.
David Guetta Responds to Worldwide Internet Roasting & Still Doesn’t Get It
Meme victim David Guetta (and his handlers) get put on blast after Nightline claim that he "brought house music to America" by pointing out that he bought Farley's records once.
ABC’s Nightline Says David Guetta “Helped Bring House Music to the US”
Is this real life or a reboot of Spinal Tap?
Songwriters to Get a 44% Raise from Streaming Giants
"The largest rate increase in history": Songwriters and publishers are due to get an increase in their rate from Apple, Spotify, Pandora and others.
Chaka Khan Named Grand Marshall for 2019 Tournament of Roses Parade
Ten time Grammy Award winner and funk icon Chaka Khan has come a long way.
What’s Next After David Morales Was Arrested in Japan?
A primer on the Japanese legal process and zero-tolerance drug laws in light of David Morales' arrest in Japan last week.
Even Jeff Sessions Admits the RAVE Act is Killing People
The legacy of Drug War hysteria is still claiming lives via the RAVE Act, a terrible law that has had even worse consequences. Sign the petition and maybe we can annoy Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton, Chuck Schumer and the other sponsors of the RAVE Act to help change it.
That Fyre Festival Guy Gets SIX YEARS in Prison
Today we mark the death of a meme: Fyre Festival founder Billy McFarland was sentenced today to six years in prison for fraud.
Giorgio Moroder is 78 and Just Announced His First Live Tour
One of the most influential musicians in history, Giorgio Moroder will appear with a live band at several dates in 2019. Donna Summer will appear on screen and in sync.
Moby Is Selling 200 Drum Machines From His Kit
Moby is selling off nearly 200 drum machines from his collection at his official Reverb shop.
SoundCloud Opens Monetization to All
SoundCloud opens up their monetization platform for all creators, claiming higher rates and faster payouts than other streaming platforms.
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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.
