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On Cue: Youngsta, and the history of dubstep

Youngsta is one of dubstep’s foundational figures, an integral force in shaping the genre from its earliest days at iconic club night FWD>>. A specialist through and through, he’s stayed true to the sound throughout its evolution, pushing the original minimalist style that’s now seeing a resurgence in interest. Delivering an On Cue mix of stripped-back dubstep ammunition, he also speaks to Rob McCallum about how the sound came to be, the vital impact of his sister, Sarah, overcoming addiction, and his hopes for the future

It’s early April 2023 at The Hydra’s packed-out FWD>> party at Printworks, just a matter of weeks before the South London club is set to...

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Eliza Rose announces ‘Business As Usual’ EP, shares title track with MJ Cole: Listen

The single is accompanied by a Jeanie Crystal-directed video, which is described as a "visual universe of retro futurism meets Afrofuturism"

Eliza Rose is due to release a new EP, featuring a collaborative track with MJ Cole. Out on 24th April via Rosebud Recordings/One House, the...

Composite photo of Love Remain through a rainy window and the late poet Gboyega Odubanjo

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Love Remain pays tribute to Gboyega Odubanjo on new single ‘LDN GRLS’, featuring late poet: Listen

“It’s truely beautiful that I can share this song that we both loved so much,” Love Remain said of the single

Love Remain has released a new single, ‘LDN GRLS’, paying tribute to the late poet, Gboyega Odubanjo. Have a listen below. The track – which...

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Grammys 2024: Skrillex, Flowdan, Fred again..'s 'Rumble' wins Best Dance/Electronic Recording

Flowdan has become the first UK MC to win a Grammy

Skrillex and Fred again..'s 2023 collaboration with Flowdan, 'Rumble', has won Best Electronic/Dance Recording at the 66th Grammy Awards. The trio's track was named the...

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Emily Dust launches new club culture podcast, Dances For Buildings: Listen

"Essential listening for anyone who’s ever DJ'd, been to a club or is curious to discover the world through dancing in the dark with a load of strangers"

Emily Dust has launched a new podcast about club culture called Dances For Buildings. Produced by Erica McKoy (Worldwide FM), with theme music composed by...

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Premiere: OS:MAN & FENDI-K ‘Total 90 (Tim Reaper Remix)’

Tim Reaper dishes up an off the richter jungle remix on Motive Hunter Audio

The next release on London label Motive Hunter Audio is a collaborative single from founder OS:MAN and FENDI-K called ‘Total 90’. Have an exclusive first...

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Palestinian DJ Nour launches Kickstarter for Refugee Chronicles Nakba Interactive Map Project

The videographer wants to preserve the histories of the Nakba of 1948 refugees: “As the last generation of Nakba survivors, my mission is to keep their stories alive”

Palestinian DJ and videographer Nour is documenting the stories of refugees of the Nakba of 1948 and fundraising to build an interactive archival website to...

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New book explores the impact of synths and new music tech on R&B

Let The Music Play: How R&B Fell In Love With 80s Synths explores work by Prince, Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock and more

A new book, set to be published in February, will explore the impact that synths and various forms of music technology had on the development...

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Joyce Sims, R&B singer-songwriter, dies, aged 63

The New York artist was best known for her 1987 hit single, 'Come Into My Life'

American R&B singer-songwriter Joyce Sims has died, aged 63. The artist, who hailed from Rochester in New York, was best known for her hit single...

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DJ Deeon in ICU due to heart infection following amputation and pneumonia

"Wishing you well. AND ASKING FOR PRAYERS PLEASE."

DJ Deeon has revealed that he is currently in ICU due to a heart infection. The legendary Chicago DJ and ghetto house pioneer shared a...

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Remains of former Mixmag editor Dom Phillips identified in Brazil

Brazilian police have arrested eight suspects connected to the killing of both Phillips and Indigenous expert Bruno Pereira

The remains of British journalist and former Mixmag editor Dom Phillips have been identified in Brazil, the BBC reports. Three days after a suspect, fisherman...

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Jamal Edwards' mother confirms cause of death, launches trust in his honour

The SBTV founder passed away as a result of cardiac arrhythmia in February of this year

Jamal Edwards' mother has shared a statement about her son's cause of death. Speaking publicly for the first time since a family statement confirmed the...

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Manchester club South closes after 27 years

Forced to close due to redevelopment, the anti-superclub was founded by former Haçienda promoter Paul Cons in 1995

South, one of Manchester's key music spaces, has suddenly closed after nearly three decades in operation. South's landlord had forfeited the club's lease and is...

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Kate Bush says 'Running Up That Hill' "given a whole new lease of life" thanks to Stranger Things

The 1985 single has shot back up the UK charts thanks to its recent use in the latest season of the Netflix series

Kate Bush has shared a rare public statement after her 1985 single 'Running Up That Hill' re-entered the UK singles chart following its recent use...

FLOSSTRADAMUS: A NEW NATION

With an internet following consisting of more people than some small countries, trap duo Flosstradamus create an ultimate HDYNATION manifesto

The depths and channels of the world wide web are staggering, many of its areas have yet to even be truly dredged. For some, the...