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Teenage bass music producer and DJ Moore Kismet hopes to flip the script on their scene, and showcase how power stems from breaking the mould...

Unicorns are famously hard to find. The majestic creatures symbolise magic, and in legends of yore, anyone lucky enough to spot one was rewarded with...

Reinier Zonneveld: live and direct

Before headlining international festivals with his immense live techno sets, Reinier Zonneveld cut his teeth on the Dutch underground rave circuit. Megan Venzin catches up with the artist to learn about his approach to performance, and why his fans can always expect the unexpected

It’s been a while since Reinier Zonneveld had to outsmart the cops. Nowadays, when the Dutch producer arrives at an event, it’s because he’s guaranteed...

Photo of a ravers at a free party in a tunnel

Though arguably most prominent in the ’90s, free parties and illegal raves have never gone away. Despite the increased surveillance from authorities, passionate DJs and sound systems continue to throw events in a similar way that they always have, looking to create a sense of community and an alternative to the commodified dance mainstream. Dave Jenkins heads to a free party, and speaks to some of the illegal rave scene’s advocates about why they keep the fire burning

The quest is timeless. Swapping clues with randoms at services. The heartless pulse of the party-line’s engaged tone. The convoys, intrigue, suspense, rumours. The commitment...

It's a massive thumbs-up for our new-look Tech Awards at this year's BPM show at Donington Park

Our new-look Tech Awards at this year's BPM show were an instant hit with curious tech-heads, manufacturers and our expert panel of judges as top...

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Audiophile sanctuaries for a premium auditory experience, listening bars — or hi-fi bars — are increasingly common in the UK and Europe. They prioritise a top-notch sound system and equipment, but increasingly differ from their Japanese forerunners. Ria Hylton learns more

This feature was originally published in DJ Mag's May 2024 print edition, shortly before JAZU announced that it would be leaving its Peckham venue. The...

Ibiza locals protest against overtourism amid increased tensions in Balearic and Canary Islands

Over 10,000 people marched in demonstrations in Mallorca and Ibiza holding signs that read: "We don’t want an island of cement" and "Tourism, yes but not like this"

Protesters in Ibiza marched against overtourism and its impact on local residents as part of a wave of demonstrations in the Balearic and Canary Islands...

Loftgroover

Rising to notoriety in the ’90s with his hardcore techno DJ sets, Loftgroover had a huge following, before the pressures of popularity led him to withdraw from the scene. 30 years later, he’s back and rejuvenated as a d&b DJ. Holly Dicker learns his story

One of the UK’s greatest living DJs never intended to be a DJ. For Loftgroover, the music itself was enough. “DJing didn’t appeal to me,”...

Erika De Casier and Shygirl Ex-Girlfriend

The latest single from 'Still' comes with a video dealing with fashion, celebrity and voyeurism 

Erika De Casier has shared a music video for her recent single, 'Ex-Girlfriend', featuring Shygirl. Watch it below. Directed by Isa Castro-Cota and Tiff Pritchett...

A lack of data, information, and will has left electronic music producers lagging way behind their commercial counterparts. DJ Mag outlines how that happened, how...

In July 2018, DJ Mag published a feature on why streaming in the booth will change DJing forever. It included this: “It’s an open secret...

Tattooist-turned-rapper TRAPY speaks to Amy Fielding about his favourite Marvel characters, obscure samples, and his reason for anonymity

Framed by white curtains and stood against the red brick tower blocks of the city, West-London born, British-Serbian artist TRAPY looks down from a window...

No Bounds Festival announces full line-up and programme for 2022 edition

The brutalist Moore Street Electricity Substation will be open for a rare event, plus there'll be sets from Yazzus, Beatrice Dillon, Ifeoluwa and a back-to-back from Craig Richards and Calibre

Sheffield's No Bounds festival has added more artists and new venues to its 2022 programme. Craig Richards and Calibre are confirmed for a back-to-back, as...

London queer party Adonis announced as special guests at Trade’s 24-hour 30th birthday

The Sunday takeover promises "harder dance" with "no speed limits"

London queer party Adonis has been confirmed as the special guest at this weekend's 24-hour marathon event celebrating 30 years of dance institution Trade, at...

What could the ideal safe space club look and feel like? Michelle Lhooq imagines a possible future for nightclubs where everyone is free to dance...

Ever since the concept of safe spaces became popularised in the clubbing lexicon a few years ago, it’s been at the centre of an exhausting...

Photo of Anetha wearing a yellow parka and black wrap-around sunglasses against a white background

Bordeaux-based DJ, producer, and label/talent agency owner Anetha is known for her inventive techno tracks and all-encompassing sets, but on her debut album, she’s put her voice front and centre for the first time. Claire Francis speaks to her about celebrating motherhood, platforming new artists, and her love of fashion

Girls are fascinating. Think about that statement for a minute and it’s difficult not to feel buoyed by its playful, positive message. Which, as it...

Kode9’s Hyperdub has been a critical force in shaping a more diverse electronic scene, both sonically and socially. Having weathered the loss of Chicago footworker...

Fifteen might be the anniversary that it is currently celebrating, but the most important number in Hyperdub land is zero. Stylised as Ø but pronounced...