Mixcloud launches new feature for original audio content
Popular DJ mix, radio show, and podcast streaming service Mixcloud is now allowing users to upload original music to the platform. The new feature, called Tracks, is aimed at pro
Beyoncé submits Renaissance to Dance / Electronic categories at Grammys
Beyoncé has submitted to the Dance / Electronic categories at The Grammys for the first time in her career. The singer has reportedly submitted her hit single, Break My Soul into
Berghain to close Ostgut Booking agency
Berghain’s agency, Ostgut Booking, is officially shutting down operations. According to Resident Advisor, sources confirmed to the magazine that the agency, which currently has
New book gives in-depth look into influential moments in electronic music history
A new book, MusicQuake, tells the story of 50 significant events, performances, and artists who shook up the music industry. Of these 50 disruptive moments, the book identifies a n
London venue Oval Space loses licence over allegations of escalating violence and poor management
London’s Oval Space, a multi use arts institution with important connections to the city’s music industry, has had its licence revoked. Since opening in 2013, Oval Space has be
Diplo awarded over $1million in harassment case against former partner
Producer Diplo has won in a case against a woman he accused of harassment. According to Pitchfork, Diplo pursued legal action against the woman following a sexual relationship that
Patreon downscales, laying off 17% their global workforce
Patreon has laid off nearly 17 percent of its global workforce, a total of 80 employees. It has also closed down its offices in Dublin and Berlin. The content creator subscription
Recording Academy welcomes diverse class of new members
The Recording Academy continued its diversity goals this week by adding nearly 2000 diverse music professionals as official members. According to Billboard, the news was shared by
Swedish House Mafia unveil collaboration with IKEA
Electronic music group Swedish House Mafia have unveiled their collaboration with IKEA. The joint venture was announced earlier this year, with the products being officially unveil
Nyege Nyege avoids cancellation by Ugandan government despite fears of “sexual immorality”
Uganda’s Nyege Nyege Festival will proceed as planned despite pressure from the Ugandan government to cancel the event amidst fears of “sexual immorality.” The Ugandan parl
