Explore the rise, story, and sound of 3Step — South Africa’s latest and delightfully danceable interpretation of House music. In the early hours of the morning in the fall of 2022 on the infamous Waterfloor of Watergate, a RISE party was in full swing, London’s Afro House Ambassadors Kitty Amor and Sef Kombo were wrapping up an electric [...]
Ever wonder why you see Pioneer DJ equipment in every club and festival booth? We break down the history, the technology, and the industry politics that cemented their status as the undisputed standard, and explore whether competitors like Denon and Allen & Heath stand a chance. As a DJ and someone who spends [...]
The Brooklyn club has been fitted out with a custom-made four-point soundsystem, engineered by co-founder Craig ‘Shorty’ Bernabeu A new venue is set to open in New York next month. Established by US dance music veteran John Dimatteo and sound expert Craig ‘Shorty’ Bernabeu, Refuge will open its doors for the first time this September in [...]
With over 500 releases and a huge summer hit under his belt, Hatiras reflects on the journey from Toronto’s rave roots to global recognition – and shares the story behind his explosive new single “Hypnotized.” Hatiras has been lighting up dance floors for over 20 years, and he’s still going full throttle. The Toronto house [...]
Version 1.0.0 Review by Michele Sensale I just finished reading Music Industry 101: BT Style: Balancing Your Way Through the Industry by Ms. Barbara Tucker. This book provides an in-depth and comprehensive look at the music industry from someone who is a legend in her own right. Ms. Tucker's book is a [...]
Mousse T. tells the story behind his 1998 house hit ‘Horny’. The German-Turkish DJ and producer recounts how ‘Horny’ originated as a remix of Michael Jackson’s ‘Ghosts’, and how a visit in the studio from Roger Sanchez sealed the deal for him to finish the track. Originally an instrumental, named after its instantly-recognisable horn [...]
Described as a music-centric bar night for “hot dykes* to meet, mingle, and make out”, (lip) service has found its calling in Berlin, hosting hundreds-strong events with an emphasis on community and inclusivity Functions is our interview series profiling parties from across the world. This month we meet: (lip) service. Berlin is famous for [...]
Tomorrowland 2025’s new main stage has reportedly been constructed using parts from Metallica’s recent tour. As part of an urgent overnight effort, elements from the band’s WorldWired stage and touring rig were used to help build the “alternative setup for Tomorrowland’s beloved main stage”, which was destroyed in a fire earlier this week. According to reports from Belgian news [...]
A lack of venues in cities like Los Angeles is hurting promoters who have no choice but to adopt a DIY approach. Electronic music is rooted in a DIY spirit. Parties in remote fields, factories, residential units and other unconventional locations are a historically critical component of underground nightlife, embraced by promoters who proudly [...]
DjJules.jpg DJ Jules: The 11-Year-Old EDM Prodigy Lighting Up Europe At just 11 years old, DJ Jules is redefining what it means to be a rising star in the house music scene. With a backpack full of beats and a heart set on the stage, Jules has taken Europe by storm, [...]