Justin Bieber dropped his newest song “Yummy” last week and the response has been mediocre to say the least, matching the mediocre song. Of course when your most intellectual lyrics are “Bona fide stallion / Ain’t in no stable, no, you stay on the run / Ain’t on the side, you’re number …
MDL Beast Festival took place over the weekend with high prile B2B sets to attract the masses — but the event hasn’t come and gone without some major controversy. Instagram influencers and publications are receiving backlash for promoting the Saudi Arabian dance music event. MDL Beast followed through like a typical EDM …
Bassnectar has never made his disdain for the Republican party or Donald Trump, in particular, much a secret. Back in 2017, he responded to an apparent assortment April Fools posts claiming fake show announcements, “All these April Fools announcements shows I’m playing are cute but not real. The only real …
On Sunday, rapper Juice WRLD was pronounced dead at a hospital after suffering a seizure deboarding a plane at Chicago’s Midway Airport. He was 21 years old. Now, sources aboard the plane and from law enforcement tell TMZ that he took several “unknown pills” prior to the seizures. Juice’s history abuse …
Last month, digital rights group Fight for the Future declared success as they’d gathered 40+ major events to state they have no plans to use facial recognition technology on their guests. Now, the group has a new target: Amazon Music. An editorial published on Medium yesterday outlines the goals the campaign, called …
You get home after a night out with a date, you pour a couple glasses wine, you put on your iest playlist on Spotify, you sit down on the couch and start talking and things start to get… physical. Maybe you’re hoping it leads back to the bedroom, or maybe …
Joe Biden has come out as the only leading 2020 Democrat to oppose federal legalization marijuana. Before fully legalizing, the former Vice President is calling for more research to determine whether marijuana is “a gateway drug” or not. Back in 2010, Biden firmly stated, “I still believe it’s a gateway …
Eighteen months ago, Datsik was accused by multiple women rape and ual assault related to drugs. He lost his management, his label, his agency, and more in the process. Since then, all his social media pages have been either private or quiet. Today, he’s made his first public statement since …
Amazon, through its subsidiary Amazon Web Services (AWS), provides server space and infrastructure to thousands upon thousands organizations and corporations across the world. It’s an open platform, meaning anyone can use it, and Amazon can’t necessarily dictate who can and who can’t. One its users is Palantir, a data analytics company which …
A Martin Garrix show during Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) was plagued once again by pepper spray. Last night, the superstar DJ/producer was performing at RAI Amsterdam when, about 20 minutes into his set, the lachrymatory spray filled the air. According to a report, 130 people were treated at the event after being …
Wolfgang Gartner is starting fresh and he wants fans to know exactly what’s going on… The legendary DJ/producer just took to social media to give an update on his current state. Little did anyone know, he was struggling with substance abuse. Thankfully, he went to rehab to get clean and …
Live Nation’s investment last year in Blink Identity, a tech company specializing in facial recognition, has spawned a new campaign in opposition to the use facial recognition tech at festivals and concerts. It was started by digital rights group Fight For The Future, and already has support from artists such as …
At 25, Justin Bieber has experienced (probably more than anyone else) the ups and downs fame. Now, he’s finally ready to open up. In the post below, the singer/songwriter details the ramifications his superstardom. From the failed relationships, to heavy drug use, to struggles with childhood fame — from the …
As part a promotional campaign at this year’s Reading music festival, going down this weekend, August 23-25, it was reported that McDonald’s would be giving away free chicken Mcnuggets. Awesome, right? Not to everyone. The Humane League, an international nonprit organization that works to end the abuse animals raised for food, …
Substance abuse and addiction are never easy or simple topics to talk about with a fanbase. Wolfgang Gartner has just made the brave choice to share his troubles with his fans in a very open and forthright fashion. As he says in his message to fans, he’s dealt with addiction …
Seven people were injured and four hospitalized when a man drove a stolen “side-by-side ATV” into the crowd at Curiosity Music Festival in British Columbia last weekend. According to the festival, on-site medical staff was treating a man in his 20s when he proceeded to assault the staff and hijacked their …
Last week, allegations on Twitter arose accusing Moonboy multiple instances sexual misconduct, including sex with a minor and continuing to have sex with a partner after she fell asleep. In the wake these allegations, Moonboy’s management, Loko Entertainment, dropped him as a client. Since then, Moonboy has been silent on social …
In a perfect world, by the day a festival is set to begin, it should essentially be on autopilot (for the most part). The groundwork should be laid, the employees should know their roles, the artists should be paid and have their flights, etc., etc. In a worst case scenario, …
A major drug bust reported today by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Eastern District Pennsylvania as over 16 tons cocaine have been seized f a large ship at the Packer Marine Terminal in Philadelphia. The ship was headed from Chile to Europe when it stopped in Philadelphia. Drug dogs marked …
After years being abused by the media, The Chainsmokers have become much more selective in who they give their time to. The Zach Sang Show is one that they’ve been to before and have now visited again, and the long-format, unedited interview definitely presents Alex Pall and Drew Taggart in …
At the beginning the month, it was announced that father Avicii, Klas Bergling, would speak at IMS Ibiza 2019 on the topic mental health and shining a light on the vital work the Tim Berling Foundation. This past Thursday, Klas spoke, sharing the ethics and philosophy the newly created foundation, once …
Marshmello released “Light It Up” with Chris Brown & Tyga on April 25 and was immediately struck with criticism from across the musical landscape. Not least all was the condemnation from band CHVRCHES, with whom Marshmello had just collaborated on their song “Here With Me.” “We like and respect Mello …
CHVRCHES have reportedly been forced to ramp up security following death threats from outraged Chris Brown fans. There’s now police at their shows and advance security when they step outside. The hip hop/pop singer’s following went absolutely berserk after the band spoke out against Marshmello‘s decision to collaborate with him and Tyga. …
Helicopter Showdown also known as Devan Day is stepping back into the spotlight and this time he’s looking towards a bright future, full endless opportunity. To celebrate his return to the scene as a solo artist, Helicopter Showdown has just surprised fans with brand new music. Keeping true to his …
Last week, CHVRCHES made posts on social media condemning Marshmello for working with abusers Chris Brown and Tyga. In their post, they wrote: “We like and respect Mello as a person but working with people who are predators and abusers enables, excuses and ultimately tacitly endorses that behavior. That is …
Two days ago, April 25, CHVRCHES called out Marshmello on social media for putting out a track with known abusers Chris Brown and Tyga, “Light It Up.” In their statement, the band wrote: “We like and respect Mello as a person but working with people who are predators and abusers enables, …
Today, Marshmello released a new song “Light It Up” with Chris Brown and Tyga. Before we had a chance to publish a review the track, CHVRCHES spoke out, condemning Marshmello for working with two individuals either accused or arrested for abuse against women. As we wrote at the time, “Tyga …
Marshmello and CHVRCHES released their collaborative single “Here With Me” on March 8, a whimsical and really delightful song that the two performed on Jimmy Kimmel as well as at Coachella. Today, Marshmello released a new song called “Light It Up” with Tyga and Chris Brown, both whom are artists …
It’s been over a year since Datsik was accused multiple instances sexual misconduct and abuse. The public backlash forced him to cancel his tour and he was swiftly dropped by his management, label and booking agency. His career virtually vanished when the claims were brought to light. Still, his diehard …
hard-working strain within the music business can finally take its toll within the lives the artists and their households. Avicii’s profession skyrocketed in 2011, and he rapidly grew to become one the best-paid artists within the business. Soon, the younger DJ and producer began to earn round $250,000 an evening …
A “man-free” music competition held completely for ladies has been present in violation discrimination legal guidelines. The Swedish occasion, , held in Gothenburg again in August prided itself on being “the world’s first main music competition for ladies, transgender, and non-binary folks solely.” However, Sweden’s Discrimination Ombudsman has deemed the very description “man-free” as …
Toronto Sun, he’s accused sexually abusing kids over a interval a number of years. Police arrested him again in November due to a search warrant from the Child Exploitation Section. Pulleyn’s first court docket date was December sixth. They charged him with a number of crimes. Two counts sexual touching. …
A 43-year-old man has been arrested by Toronto police in reference to youngster intercourse abuse circumstances. It’s believed that Christopher Pulleynn Mississauga used digital dance music occasions to satisfy underage victims for years. He has been linked to intercourse crimes that came about between April 2010 to December 2013. According …
Research into MDMA as a therapy for PTSD has been underway, authorised by the FDA, for the previous couple years. But for the primary time, a psychedelic medication – psilocybin – has obtained approval and a “breakthrough remedy designation” to start trials. Psilocybin is the energetic psychoactive ingredient within the drug …
Details Mac Miller‘s trigger have surfaced — the hip hop star died from a deadly combine fentanyl and cocaine. The LA County Coroner’s Office describes a “blended drug toxicity” within the ficial toxicology paperwork. Specifically, fentanyl, coke and alcohol have been present in his system. It wasn’t essentially the quantity a sure …
It’s stunning to assume that it has nearly been two months for the reason that proficient Mac Miller handed away attributable to an obvious drug overdose. According to a police report from the L.A. County Coroner’s fice, the overdose was attributable to a mix fentanyl, cocaine, and alcohol. The quantity …
NOTE: Some readers might discover this content material disturbing. Although he was publicly shamed for alleged home abuse, XXXTentacion was technically harmless till confirmed responsible and awaiting trial for the 2016 case towards him. He later grew to become a goal violence himself and was shot on June eight, 2018. The …
Getter has surprised us all together with his most intuitive launch up to now, . It’s a far cry from the bangers we’re used to listening to from the various producer, however nothing brief unbelievable. As Getter enters a brand new period musical expression, he has fittingly opened as much as followers …
Datsik had an astonishing fall from grace when he was accused by a number of ladies sexual assault and pressuring them to abuse substances when partying with him. Subsequently, in a matter few days, he was dropped by his administration group, reserving company and report label, and his tour was abruptly …
British producer Mat Zo recently took to Twitter to air out some thoughts about his use marijuana. He expressed regret about how it has affected his social interactions and how it makes him feel immature. While the dependence obviously doesn’t make him actually immature, he feels “if anything he has] …
As the public incidents involving mental health issues pile up, artists are taking action. We are all aware what happened with Avicii a few months back. Since then, many artists are speaking out on their own struggles. Just yesterday, 26-year old DJ Ookay opened up about his struggles with substance …
More Artists are Opening Up to Destigmatize Mental Health Issues Since the tragic passing EDM legend Avicii, more artists have been speaking up regarding mental health. So many common, startling threads run through many these messages. “The constant touring takes its toll.” “Drugs and alcohol are so prevalent, you’ll do …
The news on Friday shook our generation. Another artist so young taken away by addiction and drugs, in the wake so many others who have faced the same fate, feels like it can be too much. Many artists Miller’s effect on their lives before his passing, including Ookay who had …
Kanye West wasn’t kidding about that presidential run. At least, John Legend doesn’t think so. For years, there has been talks about West running for fice. First it was 2020, but apparently his sights have shifted to a potential . The thing is, no one really knows if or when this went …
Music lost another amazing talent today in Mac Miller. The 26-year-old superstar died from an apparent drug overdose, according to . It seems the entire music world is grieving as we remember a true talent, one hip hop’s greatest voices, and what many consider a legend. Words from The Chainsmokers, …
According to sources with knowledge close to the situation, Mac Miller has reportedly died today at the age 26 due to an apparent overdose. Reports state that he was found Friday afternoon at his home in the San Fernando Valley. Paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene. Miller has had …
American rapper and singer Mac Miller was found dead an apparent overdose in his California home Friday afternoon. TMZ reports a friend the artist placed a 911 call from inside the home, and when authorities arrived on scene he was pronounced dead. Miller was known for past drug abuse, which …
TMZ Has Reported A Friend Found Mac Miller Dead TMZ has just broken the news that rapper Mac Miller has been found dead in his San Fernando Valley home an apparent opiate overdose. A 911 call was placed by a male and when police arrived they confirmed the artist was …
Burning Man ficially ended last night with the last major Burn the week-long event. The sheriff’s department has ficially released the arrest totals and the charges for which arrests were made. Overall Burning Man 2018 saw a small decrease in arrests from last year. Only 43 arrests were made. The …
It’s been years back and forth between Kesha and her manager Dr. Luke, but now the tables have turned. What was once a sexual abuse case has flipped into a counterclaim defamation. In the original court documents, the “” singer said she fell victim to Dr. Luke’s sexual assault, sexual …
More trouble looms for Kesha. Recently, incriminating e-mails have leaked which indicate Kesha lied and made up the sexual assault allegations on Dr. Luke to get her way in a contract dispute in order to defame Dr. Luke and ruin his business for her own success. What’s revealed is that the pop …
Anyone listening to Zedd & Elley Duhé’s “Happy Now” on the radio would have expected the music video to reflect the song’s bright and hopeful sound, but they would be very, very wrong. In fact, if you listen closely to the lyrics rather than the notes behind them, you can …
This week, techno and house DJ Jackmaster for inappropriate behavior while playing Britstol music festival Love Saves the Day. The apology itself was vague, and comments and rumors (including that the DJ took a sh*t in a tea kettle) made light the situation. Jackmaster, along with an unnamed Love Saves …
As both Bass Canyon and Lost Lands draw ever closer, Excision has created a unique way to give some lucky fans a once in a lifetime opportunity as well as raise money for a Women’s Shelter. The giveaway includes: “2 VIP Tickets + Camping + Flights ($2,200 Value) & PRICELESS …
English DJ and producer, Jackmaster, has found himself in hot water lately. Earlier this week Jackmaster released a statement in which he apologized for drunken behavior and harassing women after one his sets. While Jackmaster did admit his wrongs, the public and his victims have not been entirely receptive to …
After a depressing earnings and growth report in Q1, social media platform Snapchat posts even more bad news for Q2. The first quarter showed its slowest growth yet only 4 million users, today the results Q2 reveal the company lost 3 million those users. Snap Inc. COO Imran Khan stated …
Content Warning: The following article discusses suicide as well as self-harm. Two Feet is an up and coming producer with a style all his own. He ability to fuse blues and funk alongside traditional electronic elements is nothing short masterful. Today though, he gave his fan base a massive scare …
Illenium opened up about his past struggles with opiate addiction social media today. He explained that six years ago he overdosed on heroin, and through the support his family and friends he was able to lift himself out his addiction. Illenium explains that his decision to open up about his …
There has been plenty good work done by numerous groups involved with the first pill testing station at an Australian festival – taking place at the Canberra leg Groovin The Moo this year – to make sure harm was prevented for festival goers, and now we have the evidence to …
The DJ known as Tom Swoon (born Dorian Tomasiak) inked a tragic letter from his jail cell, which he posted on social media his Facebook account. Tomasiak awaits the verdict on his vehicular manslaughter charges stemming from a DUI-related car accident on December 5, 2017. If convicted, Tomasiak faces up …
This past Saturday, April 21, 12,700 people flocked to Sydney Olympic Park in Australia for Armin Van Buuren’s A State Of Trance. The night ended in 45 people treated for drug overdose. Three people taken to the hospital, and over 60 people charged with drug offenses. According to reports, “eight …