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Roland SP-404MKII Moodymann branded limited edition

Roland releases limited edition KDJ Records-branded sampler packed with Moodymann samples

Roland has announced a limited edition release of their SP-404MKII sampler in collaboration with Kenny Dixon Jr. aka Moodymann and his label KDJ Records.

Jack Revill aka Jackmaster dies after head injury in Ibiza

Scottish DJ Jack Revill passed away on the morning of October 12, 2024 in Ibiza following "complications arising from an accidental head injury," according to a statement from his family.
Chicago public health officials warn of potential bat exposure at Salt Shed

Chicago health officials warn of bat exposure at Salt Shed show

The public is urged to seek treatment immediately if they had any contact with a bat at a September Goose concert due to the risk of rabies.
Moog museum reports on dire situation in Asheville following hurricane

Moog museum reports on dire situation in Asheville following hurricane

The Moogseum is closed indefinitely following the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina and is calling for support.

History of Fabric London coming in December 2024

The 300 page fully illustrated book documents how a small group transformed a derelict meat store into one of the most celebrated nightclubs in dance music history.
John Digweed on Quattro

John Digweed cancels September gigs after hospitalization

The British DJ, manager and owner of Bedrock Records is "very ill" according to a statement from his management.
Frankie Knuckles

New Frankie Knuckles & Chicago House Music themed mural unveiled in Uptown

The public artwork by artist Max Sansing pays tribute to Frankie Knuckles, house music in Chicago and cult house music label Gherkin Records.
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GoFundMe launched to support Michael Serafini after serious accident

Chicago DJ, Queen! resident and owner of Gramaphone Michael Serafini was seriously injured in an accident in August.
Viva Acid 2024

Chicago’s VIVA ACID returns for four days of talks, workshops & acid house

Viva Acid 2024 returns to deliver on the tweak and squelch for its fourth year starting October 3 through October 6 2024 at Podlasie in Avondale.
5 Mag Issue 216 cover

Love Is The Message: Inside 5 Mag #216

Andy Compton on 50 albums and 25 years of Peng, Ralph Session cover mix, Dan Sicko's love letter to the city of Detroit, Chicago's Noble Square Records' deep house love affair and more inside the new issue of 5 Mag.
Ashley Beedle photo by Jo Wallace

Big love and big support: Ashley Beedle’s family launches fundraiser

Pioneering DJ and producer Ashley Beedle has faced a staggering series of health setbacks. His friends and supporters are chipping in to help.
Crazy P via Bandcamp

Crazy P singer Danielle Moore has died

Vocalist Danielle Moore of Crazy P has died, according to a post by the UK house music group. She was 52 years old.
Photo by Patrick L. Pyszka, Samuel Sotelo-Avila, City of Chicago

New public mural is a tribute to Chicago house music & its legacy

New murals are part of a massive public art campaign by the City of Chicago and Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events with train wraps and murals throughout the city.
ARC music festival 2024

Daily Lineups & Set Times for ARC Music Festival 2024

It's finally here: Daily line-ups and set times for ARC Music Festival 2024 this Labor Day Weekend in Chicago.
Bonobo Photo by Shervin Lainez

Bonobo drops new single “Expander” & new OUTLIER dates

Bonobo has announced a new single, the dusty, fuzzy and lovingly disjointed "Expander," backed by a new run of his acclaimed OUTLIER shows this Fall.
What artists need to know about the new small claims copyright court

Rapper ordered to send every new lyric he writes to the government

US court requires "Bling Bling" rapper B.G. to clear his lyrics with his parole officer before performing them or even producing them.
App Store fees and restrictions come for Patreon creators

Higher App Store fees & restrictions are coming for Patreon creators

Creators on Patreon warned that Apple is coming for the loot. Starting in November, a 30% fee will be applied to iOS purchases, and Patreon will be ending per-creation and first-of-the-month billing due to App Store restrictions.
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Introducing SYNC: Our home for lost, vintage house music mixes

Saving classic house music DJ sets from oblivion, one compressed mp3 file at a time.
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Introducing the 5 Mag Book Club

We're building a guide to books about house music and electronic music history, culture and analysis, curated by 5 Mag's staff.
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Pressed by US crackdown, Ticketmaster goes shopping in Africa

Embattled ticketing giant Ticketmaster has scooped up South Africa-based Quicket and expanded their foothold in the African market.

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