Watch Diplo DJ on top of Sydney Harbour Bridge
Diplo has made history by being the first DJ to play a set on top of Sydney Harbour Bridge.
The stunt marked the 21st anniversary of BridgeClimb, a tourist organisation based at the bridge which has overseen four million local and international visitors scaling the bridge since it was set up. The set also came ahead of Diplo's appearance at Australia's Listen Out festival.
The DJ played for a small, selected audience at the bridge at sunset, his set taking place 440 feet above sea level. You can check a brief video capturing the moment below.
Diplo to perform on top of Sydney Harbour Bridge
Diplo will perform at one of Australia's archetypal landmarks next week.
On Thursday 26th September, DJ/producer Diplo will perform on top of Sydney's Harbour's Bridge, marking the first time an artist has performed on top of the iconic landmark. The event will be held to celebrate BridgeClimb's 21st anniversary, the climb which has seen four million local and international visitors scale the bridge in the last 21 years.
Diplo's performance will be recorded live, and available to view following the event.
Major Lazer share new track, ‘Que Calor’: Listen
Major Lazer have shared a new track, ‘Que Calor’, featuring Colombian reggaeton icon J Balvin and Dominican don El Alfa.
Both artists have previously collaborated with the outfit, which comprises Diplo, Walshy Fire and Ape Drums. The track gives a strong nod to the home countries of both guest stars, sampling Toto La Momposina's Colombian-cumbia classic 'Curara' and rhythms synonymous with the Dominican Republic's dembow music scene.
Diplo is launching a house music label
Diplo is launching a brand new house music label, Higher Ground.
Taking its name from his recent deep house-infused EP, 'Higher Ground', the new imprint will showcase both established and new artists, alongside work from the producer-boss, who also recently unveiled a new country music project. Tech, melodic, lo-fi and Afro will all be represented, to name but a few sub-genres.
Diplo teases Beyoncé and Major Lazer collaboration
Diplo has teased a collaboration between Beyoncé and Major Lazer via Twitter.
"I've heard rumours of a Beyonce & Major Lazer collab" the not-so-cryptic message read earlier today, Wednesday 17th July.
No further details have been released at the time of writing.
Diplo teases return of Jack Ü
Diplo has teased the return of his collaborative project with Skrillex, Jack Ü.
In a recent Instagram post, Diplo shared a video of himself playing a remix of the duo's 2015 hit with Justin Bieber, 'Where Are Ü Now', with the caption calling for comments for more Jack Ü material.
Diplo and Skrillex formed Jack Ü back in 2013, and released their first single, 'Take Ü There' ft. Kiesza, the following year.
The pair last performed as Jack Ü in 2015, before a tweet in 2016 from Skrillex stating that they had finished touring together "for a long long time".
Major Lazer share video for new single ‘Make It Hot’: Watch
Major Lazer have shared a video for their new single, 'Make It Hot'.
The track features vocals from Brazilian superstar Anitta, giving the outfit's dancehall beats extra life. It's the second time Anitta has worked with the electronic supergroup following 'Sua Cara' back in 2017— which went on to become the fastest YouTube video to reach 1million views, hitting the 25million mark within 24 hours.
Major Lazer drops new track, ‘Make It Hot’: Listen
Major Lazer have released their new track 'Make It Hot'.
Taken from the upcoming album, the track is a fusion of dancehall rhythms with vivacious vocals coming courtesy of Brazillian artist Anitta.
Major Lazer shared 'Can't Take It From Me' earlier this month, featuring Bob Marley's grandson Skip Marley.
Earlier this year, Jillionaire announced his departure from the group.
Diplo is throwing a Burning Man block party fundraiser
Diplo has announced that he's throwing a Burning Man block party fundraiser.
Taking place at the Midway in San Francisco on July 6th, the event, The Menagerie will raise funds for Burning Man's theme camps, Camp Questionmark, Opulent Temple, Root Society and Duck Pond.
With more to be announced, guests on the night will include Mr. Carmack, Jonas Rathsman, Sharam, Kenny Glasgow and more.
Major Lazer drop video for ‘Can’t Take It From Me’: Watch
Major Lazer have dropped the video for ‘Can’t Take It From Me'.
The track features Skip Marley on vocals, grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley, and is a serious slice of tropical bass-crossover business.