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London beatmaker gears up for Oxjam.

All this in the name of charity — a worthy cause indeed, and one of the best ways to get up close and personal with your musical heroes...

Special studio edition of hipster headphones de jour.

AiAiAi's original endeavor into the headphone market was very well received by the hipster DJs and fashion-conscious music lover. Even Stevie Wonder was spotted with a pair perched neatly on his head.

Numark's new iDJ Pro controller lets iPad DJs take control of the DJ booths

DJs come in all shapes and sizes and operate on all levels with varying degrees of capability. This is reflected in the wealth of equipment that is available to buy in order for DJs to do their thing. Unlike days of old, where Technics were the de rigeur kit of any professional DJ's set-up, DJs now don't have to be using the big boys' top of the range offerings to get the total pro experience.

IK Multimedia iRig Mix/DJRig is a radical fusion of hi tech iPad meets old school DJ technology.

It seems like iPhone and iPod DJing apps are pretty much ten a penny these days. Just as virtual DJing on computers revolutionised the affordability and availability of DJing, the idea of being able to skip the laptop altogether and do things on a tablet — or even your phone — is too good to resist. But sometimes you just want to get your hands dirty. And no matter how well you know your tunes, it is hard to mix without cueing the incoming track. Enter iRig Mix.

The Dre Beat Pro Headphones come with a “bling” price tag, but do they represent the real beat on the street?

In terms of musical franchises, Dr. Dre seems to have hit payday gold with his Beats by Dre headphones and laptop range. But are these...

Ditch the clichés and stereotypes, Liverpool’s club scene is one of rebirth, new blood and the best underground sounds around...

Shellsuits, curly perms, scallies - it's probably fair to say that Liverpool has more than its fair share of stereotypes. Not to mention a bit...

Peggy Gou 'I Hear You album cover featuring the artist wearing a "ring of ears"

The album will be released in June via XL

Peggy Gou has announced details of her debut album, 'I Hear You'. Listen to the first single, '1+1=11', below. Set for release on 7th June...

Lady Shaka

Described as a "fierce rallying cry of protest" and a reflection of Shaka's Afro Pasifika heritage

Lady Shaka has released her debut single, ‘E Tu’ via Nina Las Vegas' NLV Records. Described as a "fierce rallying cry of protest" the track...

Composite image of Mason, David Guetta and Princess Superstar

“The track is a true timeless classic and I’m so excited to now be a part of it!”, Guetta shared

David Guetta has shared his official rework of Mason and Princess Superstar's ‘Perfect (Exceeder)’. Check it out below. The edit – out today (9th February)...

Photo of Soulwax brothers Stephen and David Dewaele drinking from mugs against a black background

New tracks played across the 13-date run include ‘Hot Like Sahara’, ‘New Earth Time’ and ‘Polaris’

Soulwax have debuted a host of new material on their recent 2024 UK and European tour. Check out footage and photos below. The Belgian outfit...

'90s Polish rave scene explored in new short film programme at Southbank Centre

The Rave: Recharge event aims to uncover the links between rave culture and contemporary art in 1990s Poland

London's Southbank Centre is to host a special short film programme and party which will explore the rave scene of '90s Poland. Rave: Recharge, scheduled...

Kings Of Tomorrow

A soulful house classic, Kings Of Tomorrow’s ‘Finally’ appealed across the board thanks to its universal lyric and hopeful message. Kristan J Caryl talks to vocalist Julie McKnight, co-producer Jay Sealee, Defected’s Simon Dunmore and Bushwacka about its evergreen appeal

“I was visiting my cousin Jay,” remembers Julie McKnight of one special night in a New Jersey living room 20 years ago. “Sandy, the other...

German DJ and musician Lena Willikens is proud to be an outsider, and her leftfield approach to dance music, art and noise resonates with followers...

Lena Willikens has always been an outsider. Born in the south-west German city of Stuttgart to a Hungarian architect mother and an artist father, formative...

The ragga jungle MC talks about his part in the jungle/drum & bass split

Twenty years ago, the jungle scene was in its infancy. The darker strain of hardcore pursued by artists like Goldie’s Rufige Kru, Andy C’s Origin...

On Cue: DJ IC

DJ IC demonstrates Afro house mastery for the On Cue mix series, and speaks to Tice Cin about his evolution through London’s club scene, growing up on the Aylesbury Estate, celebrating togetherness, and championing young talent

London artist DJ IC’s productions brim with lessons learned from his deep engagement with Black British music throughout his life and career. When you hear...