There aren’t enough musicians like Vikter Duplaix. Maybe there never were. Duplaix, a singer-songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist and DJ from Philadelphia, dresses like a blasted supernova...
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In 2002, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist and DJ Viktor Duplaix debuted his entry for K7! Records DJ-Kicks series, blending some of the best broken beat of the era. Here, Ben Cardew explores the compilation's lasting legacy
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In 1997, Moodymann released his debut LP, ‘Silentintroduction’, via Carl Craig’s Planet E imprint. A compilation of some his best early tracks, the album captured...
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In DJ Mag's March artist charts, four DJs select their top 10 tracks of the month, spanning moody jungle, '90s acid, classic reggae and dubby...
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1985 Music is one of the most consistently excellent labels in bass music. Helmed by drum & bass maestro Alix Perez, it’s not only survived but thrived since he moved to the other side of the world from its core fanbase, thanks to his laser-focused approach to A&R and design. Here, alongside a mix from Perez, Ben Hindle learns about his winning formula
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In the summer of 1989, DiY collective — one of the first house sound systems in the UK — emerged onto the rave scene. In this excerpt taken from founding member Harry Harrison's book, Dreaming in Yellow, he discusses DiY's role within that movement, and the importance of free parties during the '90s rave scene
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DJ Mag’s tech editor, Mick Wilson, investigates Black and non-Black POC representation in the music tech sector, and what industry leaders are doing to address...
For a special roundtable discussion ahead of their HYTE residency...
Loco Dice, Pan-Pot and Chris Liebing are posing side-by-side on the rooftop of luxurious high-rise hotel The Ibiza Gran. It’s not often that the three...
Free festival on August 2-3 featuring Moodymann, Kyle Hall, Delano Smith & more
words: REISA SHANAMAN
On August 2nd and 3rd, Detroit will be treated to a unique, unprecedented and totally free event, as Charivari Detroit takes over...
There are few artists that have made as deep a mark on the landscape of UK music as Dego and Kaidi Tatham.
Traversing through the thick discographies of Dego and Kaidi Tatham renders a fascinating connect-the-dots maze of London music history, with twists and turns of different...
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The trap phenomenon explained
Trap is the slow-rolling, synth-heavy, snare-snappin' sound that's swept underground dancefloors and stadiums alike across the US and Europe. But what is trap? Is it a genre of its own? Where does it come from? Why's it so popular — and why's it hated in equal measure? Does it have a future? Danna Takako investigates...
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The awards ceremony took place in Amsterdam on Saturday (19th October)
Alison Wonderland has won the Highest Climber award in this year’s DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll. The bass star landed the No.44 spot overall...
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Featuring Aly & Fila, London Electricity, Matador & Alok
This year’s Top 100 Clubs results, powered by Miller Genuine Draft, demonstrated the love and support for our international nightclub scene. More than 600,000...
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We examine the German producer's approach to live performance...
While the German producer's discography meandered through minimal house and techno, electronica and ambient, Isolée was simultaneously perfecting his live show, translating his studio prowess...
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We catch up with the SCI+TEC and Turbo alumnus to find out how his unique live show works...
Why was it important to you to develop a live show over just DJing?
SHADED: "It was a matter of preference really. I have always...
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The Mover steps up with a ferocious live set to showcase his rave and electro side and discusses his reasons for reviving the legendary moniker...
There are many that call Marc Acardipane “The Godfather of Hardcore”. And that shouldn’t come as any surprise. In the early 90s the Frankfurt-based DJ/Producer...