Aluna Francis, singer of AlunaGeorge, has revealed she was sexually assaulted by someone from the music industry. Speaking on BBC’s The Next Episode podcast, Francis revealed the assault, which included the unnamed man trying to get her to perform oral sex, took place in a hotel room. He also took …
Major Lazer and Brazilian artist Anitta have teamed up with Bacardi to announce their new single, ‘Make it Hot’. The track, announced after a video shoot last month with the artists in Costa Rica, fuses Spanish vocals with Major Lazer’s trademark dancehall tendencies to create a summer anthem. The collaboration …
Philippe Cerboneschi, who was known as Philippe Zdar and for his work as one half of the iconic French duo Cassius, has passed away after a tragic fall from a high-rise building. He was 50 years old. According to a statement reported to France24, Zdar accidentally fell through the window …
In celebration of Pride month, Apple Music has revealed 16 eclectic and celebratory mixes from a roster of diverse of LGBTQ+ DJs. Ranging from Jersey Club queen UNIIQU3 to fearless bass artist Ducky, the collection of mixes pay homage to dance music genres from all across the board and celebrate …
A Swedish pharmacy has created an album filled with walloping dubstep remixes of traditional nursery rhyme songs that are meant to ward off mosquitos. Earlier this year, a study published in the scientific journal Acta Tropica found that the classic Skrillex track ‘Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites’ can protect you …
The Sultan Room is opening next week in the already buzzing nightlife area around the Jefferson L train stop in Bushwick, Brooklyn. The kitschy venue is tucked behind the new Turk’s Inn restaurant, which is based on the decor and theme of a Wisconsin supper club of the same name. …
In a seemingly never-ending saga of city politics and buzzing debate the fate of Ultra Music Festival is on the table once again. The story of a city driven by tourism while struggling to appease the residents who call it home is far from over. Driven by residential complaints of …
French superstar DJ Laurent Garnier has launched a Kickstarter to help fund his new documentary, Laurent Garnier: Off the Record, about clubland culture and the artist’s 30-year career behind the decks. Directed by emerging director Gabin Rivoire, the film follows Laurent Garnier behind the scenes during his various touring dates …
Back in April, the fantastic Australian electro-indie band Gold Fields made their exciting return with a brand new album, ‘Dalawa‘ – a nine-track LP that sees the group take a step back from their typical indie-pop sounds and dive headfirst into a more vintage, psychedelic and electronic sound. Following the …
Dance music lovers in Lagos, Nigeria have found their monthly stop for art and music with the Mainland Block Party. The event happens the last Sunday of every month, with the sole aim of fostering community, celebration, and appreciation for music. The next date will take place on June 30, …
Reebok Classics epitomises sportswear from the 90s and was one of the chief protagonists of that period. Fast forward to the modern day and even now you don’t have to look too far to see someone sporting a pair of iconic classics. It was a period that saw the brand …
Game Over is hosting three One Night Stand parties at Ibiza club DC-10 this summer, featuring a bunch of first-rate guests, including two headline slots from Carl Cox (pictured). The parties take place on July 12, August 9 and September 20, with the latter date marking One Night Stand promoter …
The door of Berlin club Tresor is on show in a new museum. The 7.5-foot door has found an unlikely new home at Humboldt Forum in Berlin. As part of a new exhibition, the museum will house the old entrance to Tresor to symbolise post-Cold-War Berlin, with its owner calling …
Created in 2015, Prévu is a contemporary menswear design house based in the heart of East London. The brand offers fresh, modern garment that take inspiration from their East London heritage with notes to the Parisian lifestyle and other inspirational European destinations. For SS19, their European destination is Formentera, a …
Splash House – Southern California’s most popular poolside party – follows up its June 2019 edition with another line-up of dance music specialists for the event’s second summer extravaganza on August 9 – 11. Held across three hotels in Palm Springs (just a few hours out of Los Angeles) during …
US president Donald Trump has reportedly expressed his enthusiasm for the new fast acting anti-depressant nasal spray derived from ketamine, known as esketamine, and has put the provocative drug on a fast track at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The new “miracle drug” was given FDA approval back in …
The Lab NYC is Mixmag‘s weekly live stream and post-work unwind, powered by Void Acoustics, where we showcase the finest DJs direct from our Brooklyn office. This Thursday, June 20, NYC house legend Louie Vega showcases his driving and soulful house sound! Louie Vega is currently in the midst of …
Aphex Twin is playing a headline show at London’s Printworks venue on September 14, marking his first gig in the English capital since Field Day 2017. Support will come from Afrodeutsche, Nihiloxica and Caterina Barbieri with London-based artist and long-time collaborator Weirdcore delivering the visuals for the night. The event …
Extinction Rebellion is planning to continue its campaign to highlight the climate crisis by staging a protest at Glastonbury, with the blessing of the festival. The group will march through the site on Thursday from 4pm, starting the demonstration at The Park stage with keynote speakers discussing the issue of …
The Lab LDN is Mixmag and Coors Light’s weekly live stream, powered by Void Acoustics, where we showcase the finest DJs direct from our world famous office party. This Friday we welcome Chelina Manuhutu in to rouse the party. Born in the Netherlands and now based in Ibiza, Chelina Manuhutu …
Following their MARATHON release earlier this year, Slovakian shoemakers Novesta are back with a fresh trail iteration for Spring-Summer. Known mostly for their iconic Star Master silhouettes, the brand’s MARATHON has had quite the 2019 following collaborations with the likes of niuhans and Universal Works. Coming in 12 colourways, the …
Over 3.7 million Brits over the age of 45 go raving once a week, a new study says. Eventbrite has found that there’s still a love for raving among the middle age demographic, with those calling themselves the EverGroovers. Refusing to be too old to rave, the group insist on …
KOMONO have introduced their forward-thinking collaboration with the Fashion Department of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp. KOMONO worked together with four master students in the creation of an eyewear capsule linked to the students’ personal work. The result is a collection that bolsters the fresh vision of tomorrow’s …
Burning Man continues its tussle with The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) after the federal agency denied the festival’s request to grow their attendance to 100,000 people. The event has been waiting on the BLM’s approval of their new 10-year permit, which would go into effect this year. The agency’s …
Thom Yorke, the enigmatic Radiohead frontman, may have announced the release of his next solo album last week. A seemingly-fictional company, called Anima Technologies, distributed cryptic advertisements across the globe, with a headline reading, “Do you have trouble remembering your dreams?” The text goes on to say, “It’s a feeling …
Resolute, the established overlords of the NYC underground, are taking over Brooklyn’s Knockdown Center for an afternoon-into-evening boogie. The event takes place on Sunday, June 30. They’ve booked three stripped-back house legends for a minimalism masterclass. tINI, DeWalta, and Bill Patrick lead the bill, with direct support by Maksim. Both …
The internationally renowned DJ-producer and rave master Norman Cook, better known as Fatboy Slim, has joined forces with Lisbon-based visual artist Vhils to curate a brand new exhibition inspired by the symbol he holds most dear, the smiley. The new exhibition, which Cook has named Smile High Club, will open …
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Tourism Foundation have announced plans to provide support for local nightlife in the form of subsidies and grants, in the hopes of capitalising on Tokyo’s night time economy and promoting 24-hour tourism through its nightlife. Japan’s government is aiming to bring in 40 …
adidas SPEZIAL returns for Spring-Summer 2019, with drop two of its collection focused t the vibrant culture and style of the city of London. Curated by Gary Aspden, the collection looks forward to SS19 with collection of iconic adidas staples, re-interpreted and contemporized for a modern audience. As a whole, …
Versace paid tribute to The Prodigy‘s Keith Flint in its SS20 collection at Milan Fashion Week. The models’ hair was also an apparent homage to Flint, who passed away in March, as they donned brightly-coloured pink, yellow, orange and green spiked hair. The catwalk, featuring a sports car right in …
