PLAYY. Mix #188: DIORA
DIORA, a Cape Town gem now residing in Amsterdam, is a force and vision. Blending many genres together to create enticing and euphoric stories through her sonics, her eclectic and
New law requires UK venues to implement terrorism protection plans
The United Kingdom has recently enacted legislation aimed at enhancing security measures in public venues, a direct response to the tragic 2017 incident at Manchester Arena. This n
Two Iconic Berlin Nightclubs Facing Closure
Berlin’s world-renowned nightlife scene is facing a significant blow as two of its most iconic institutions, Watergate and Renate, are staring down the barrel of closure. Wat
Are rave spaces facing a safety issue?
In recent weeks, a series of troubling incidents at nightclubs and music venues across Europe has raised serious questions about the safety of rave spaces, and whether enough is be
PLAYY. Podcast #209 – HE.SHE.THEY
HE.SHE.THEY is so much more than a brand – it’s a movement. In just a few years, the London queer nightlife collective has evolved from a fashion brand, agency, and
Berghain’s Sven Marquardt will open an exhibition at New York Art Week
Sven Marquardt, the infamous bouncer of Berghain, will host a photography exhibition during New York Art Week titled DISTURBING BEAUTY. The event will showcase Marquardt’s se
Five dead after shooting at Colorado LGBTQIA+ nightclub
Five people were killed and at least 25 others injured after a shooting at Club Q, an LGBTQIA+ nightlife venue in Colorado Springs this past weekend. It is suspected to have been a
Italy to ban free parties following Halloween rave shut down
Italy’s right wing government has introduced a new ‘anti-rave’ law following the shutting down of a free party in Modena on Halloween. The party, called Witchtek 2K22, was sh
One in three UK nightclubs could face closure by end of the year
One in three nightclubs in the UK could close down by the end of this year, according to a new industry report. The report, conducted by The Night Time Industries Association, ha
Lady Of The House founder Laila McKenzie steps down amidst harassment allegations
Founder of female-led collective Lady Of The House, Laila McKenzie has stepped down from her role at the organisation temporarily. This follows allegations of harassment, bullying,
