Dutch Music Festivals Reschedule Dates After Government Promises Financial Reimbursement for Forced Cancellations

The Dutch government has allocated a €300 million fund allowing organizers of large scale events, including music festivals, to seek access to financial reimbursement in case their events are forcibly cancelled. Events eligible for such government support will need to be taking place between July 1st and the end of 2021, a timeframe that is already …

Dave Grohl says Kurt Cobain was “the greatest songwriter of our generation”

Dave Grohl has reflected on Kurt Cobain‘s seismic musical impact, as well as discussing the emotional toll of Nirvana‘s untimely split. Speaking on Apple Music’s Medicine At Midnight Radio, Grohl also reflected on how the band were initially surprised by their rise to global fame in the early 1990s. READ MORE: Foo Fighters: “Our connection is …

STUDY: Techno “Least Effective” Genre at Reducing Anxiety

Music has gotten us through hard times over the past year — for many of us, even through mental health struggles. But according to a recent study, techno may not be the best option for reducing anxiety. Research conducted by the Vera Clinic observed 1540 individuals between ages 18 – 65, who were played a …

Explore Eliminate’s Unique Sound With His Debut Splice Sample Pack

At long last, one of the brightest sound designers in electronic music has released his debut Splice sample pack. Music producers can now explore over 800 samples produced by Eliminate, the Los Angeles-based beatsmith and Disciple Recordings crown jewel pushing the envelope of trap and dubstep. With tracks like the RL Grime-supported “Mula” and the festival-dominating …

KSHMR to unveil forthcoming album ‘Harmonica Andromeda’ at Insomniac’s Park ‘N Rave – Dancing Astronaut KSHMR to unveil forthcoming album ‘Harmonica Andromeda’ at Insomniac’s Park ‘N Rave

by: Sami Weisband Feb 16, 2021 Insomniac‘s Park ‘N Rave series has been the glue that’s held dance music devotees together over the past year. Offering a COVID-safe space for fans to get down, the series has delivered music from the likes of JOYRYDE, deadmau5, Wax Motif, and now KSHMR as he prepares to debut …

Jack Garratt becomes ambassador for live music charity Stagehand

Jack Garratt has become an ambassador for the live music charity Stagehand and is set to raise awareness for the organisation in the coming months. The charity was founded in 1998 by the Production Services Association and provides financial support to members of the PSA, which encompasses all aspects of live music production. Garratt will …

GEA Releases New Music Video, Adds a Touch of Industrial to Her Usual Ambient Vibe [Video]

Helsinki-based GEA has become known in recent years for the sweet, celestial sound of her voice and marrying traditional Nordic folk music and ambient electronica. It’s been a beautiful marriage of styles in her releases so far, garnering her recognition in a number of genres, including EDM. With her new single “The Truth Between the …

MDLBEAST Launches Record Label, Announces Debut Album

As part of their efforts to spotlight emerging musical talent, renowned lifestyle and entertainment brand MDLBEAST has launched a new flagship record label. In a nod to their momentous 2019 Soundstorm festival, MDLBEAST also announced the debut album from their newly minted MDLBEAST Records banner, a trailblazing collection of music dubbed Soundstorm Volume 1. The album, which is …

Seth Hills cleverly evolves STMPD RCRDS selfhood with Vluarr and Lucas Ariel on ‘Calling Out’ – Dancing Astronaut Seth Hills cleverly evolves STMPD RCRDS selfhood with Vluarr and Lucas Ariel on ‘Calling Out’

by: Ross Goldenberg Feb 16, 2021 Seth Hills has repeatedly solidified a case to be one of house music’s most rose-colored names, and after a five-course release menu in 2020, the STMPD RCRDS standout is masterfully airing out his evolution as he enters the new year. Partnering up beside fellow Dutchman Vluarr as well as …

The Cure auction off signed guitar amp for charity

Charity auction manager Bid For Good has listed a guitar amp signed by The Cure on its eBay page. The Line 6 Spider V 120 amp was used by the band as part of their Sydney Opera House residency during 2019’s Vivid Festival. At the shows, the band celebrated the 30-year anniversary of ‘Disintegration’ by …