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Inside the UK’s thriving free party scene

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...

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A.G releases new grime EP, 'GML', on AP Life: Listen

The four-track EP features vocal turns from Manga Saint Hilaire, Taliwhoah and St.Plates.

A.G has released a new EP through Bok Bok's AP Life label. Out now, 'GML' takes in four tracks – the instrumental title cut, and...

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UK summer festivals sell out in record time following lockdown easing roadmap

Festivals including Eastern Electrics, Field Day, Creamfields and Boomtown have all sold out in the past week

Festivals scheduled to take place in England this summer are selling out at a rapid rate following the Government’s announcement of its roadmap out of...

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Heaven club in arbitration dispute with landlord over alleged £320,000 rent increase

Club owner Jeremy Joseph has already spent nearly £10,000 in legal fees

London's iconic Heaven club is going into arbitration with its landlord over an alleged £320,000 rent increase. Club owner Jeremy Joseph – who is also...

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Electronic music book publisher Velocity Press to open shop in South London

The store will feature a curated selection of books and posters, as well as a small gallery

Electronic music book publisher Velocity Press is to open a new flagship bookstore in South London. It will be based at Holdrons Arcade on Rye...

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London venue KOKO to reopen in April

The venue has been shut for three years as it underwent refurbishment

North London music venue KOKO is set to reopen this April. The venue, found on Camden High Street, has been closed since 2019 as it...

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Coachella set times and streaming announced

The festival's partnership with YouTube will offer a multi-view feature, allowing fans to watch up to four live performances simultaneously

The set times for this year's Coachella have been revealed, along with details about the festival's livestream experience. Partnering with YouTube again, the California festival...

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Ibiza's 125-year-old Teatro Pereyra to reopen as music venue

The new multi-arts space will be equipped with a Meyer Sound surround system and "state-of-the-art visual technology"

Ibiza's 125-year-old Teatro Pereyra is set to reopen as a music venue following a 16-year restoration process. The historic building, built in 1899 and inspired...

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SOPHIE: Changing the narrative

Dedicated to breaking down cultural binaries and taking on the music industry juggernaut, SOPHIE has obliterated the lines between underground dance music and commerical pop...

It’s a blistering afternoon in Ibiza, and the sun feels laser-trained on the Hard Rock Hotel, where the International Music Summit is taking place. The...

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Crowd safety guide for venues published by industry experts

The guide was created in response "to several high-profile incidents resulting in loss of life or serious injury"

A "groundbreaking" new crowd safety guide for venues has been published by a team of industry experts. A collaboration between the UK Crowd Management Association...

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Ferry Corsten announces live trance project, What The F

Dates are confirmed for London and a host of US cities in spring and summer 2022

Ferry Corsten has announced a new live trance project, 'What the F', which begins with a live show at Ministry of Sound, London, on 6th...

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Hagan releases debut album, 'Textures', via Python Syndicate: Listen

Bryte and Griffit Vigo are among the guest artists who've contributed to the record

Hagan has released his debut album, 'Textures'. Listen below. Out now through Python Syndicate, the 11-track record features contributions from Bryte, Griffit Vigo, Aymos and...

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LA’s Fast At Work party crew launch label with Carré EP

The five-track ‘Soft Fascination’ EP lands on 1st March

LA party series Fast At Work will launch its own imprint with an EP from co-founder and resident Carré. The five-track inaugural project – titled...

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Studio Selections: DJ Spen

The Baltimore, Basement Boys and classic house legend opens his studio doors

DJ Spen is undoubtedly a classic house legend. After co-writing 'Girl You Know It's True' – later covered by Milli Vanili – DJ Spen joined...

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Orbital soundtrack new Netflix series starring Mike Myers, The Pentaverate

The show — about a secret society formed during the Great Plague — will stream from 5th May

Orbital have scored a new Netflix series, 'The Pentaverate', starring Mike Myers. The series will hit the streaming service from 5th May, and also features...