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Martyn reveals the next four-track V/A EP on 3024. Hear Djoser’s hypnotic percussive rattler ‘Wera’ now…
For this month’s Recognise mix, we speak to DJ Lag, Durban’s self-proclaimed “gqom king”, about the future and history the sound…
Recognise is DJ Mag’s monthly mix series, introducing artists we love that are bursting onto the global electronic music scene. This month, we speak to DJ Lag, Durban’s self-proclaimed “gqom king”, about the future and history the sound...
The latest and greatest DJs and producers rising to the top this month. From uplifting house and beguiling synths to thunderous techno, here's March’s 2019's list of next-gen talent you need to know...
The latest and greatest DJs and producers rising to the top this month. From uplifting house and beguiling synths to thunderous techno, here's March’s 2019's list of next-gen talent you need to know...
Bjarki is so obsessed with making music, he forced himself to stop for a little while...
Iceland’s Bjarki is so obsessed with making music, he’s forced himself to stop for a little while. Ahead of his new album ‘Happy Earthday’ which synthesises his passion for ambient, weird electronics and breakbeats, the cult producer opens up about his love of the natural world, conquering his demons, and how he swerves the conventional path...
Uruguayan producer Lila Tirando a Violeta readies her ‘Sentient’ LP. Hear her fierce and percussive collab with Lighght now…
Dubstep legend Pinch dishes up an hour of cutting-edge bass manoeuvres and propulsive rhythms as part of our Podcast mix series...
Dubstep legend Pinch dishes up an hour of cutting-edge bass manoeuvres and propulsive rhythms as part of our Podcast mix series...
Looking into the history of the 909 drum machine 35 years on from its launch...
Roland’s 909 drum machine is responsible for the rhythm of house and techno, and countless classics of dance and pop. Exactly 35 years after its launch, we delve deep into the device, learning how it laid the foundations of modern club music, and how it still exerts a strong influence now...
Words: DAVE JENKINS
Is wealth and privilege damaging British dance music, and if so, what should we do about it?
Is wealth and privilege damaging British dance music, and if so, what should we do about it?
WORDS: Matt Anniss
PICS: Nicola Nodland & Jillian Edelstein
As exam boards start to include DJing as part of their music GCSE, DJ Mag sent some legends of the artform back to school...
As exam boards start to include DJing as part of their music GCSE, DJ Mag sent some legends of the artform back to school, and put them through the exam to test their skills...