Spanish Police Seize Record-Breaking 10 Tons of Cocaine Off Canary Islands
In a massive international law enforcement operation, Spanish authorities have intercepted a merchant vessel carrying nearly 10 tons of cocaine, marking the largest maritime drug s
Survey Shows Almost 70% of Gen Z Admit to Weekly Substance Use
A recent workplace survey has found that a large share of Gen Z workers report using substances on a daily or weekly basis to cope with work-related stress. Nearly 69% of Gen Z res
Three-day experiential program merging Art and Electronic Music to close San Francisco Art Week
Bay Area nonprofit Endzeit announces California: a shifting identity, a landmark three-day program exploring shifting sociocultural landscapes through contemporary art and live ele
All The Essentials On Using Reference Tracks in Music Production (…And A Couple Less Talked About Tricks)
Reference tracks sit at the center of how I finish music consistently, especially when I want a track to translate outside my room without second-guessing every decision I make lat
Calvin Harris Named Chief Wellbeing Officer for Tech Firm
Global dance music icon Calvin Harris is expanding his career beyond the DJ booth with a new executive role in the health-tech space, having been named Chief Wellbeing Officer at w
Dom Dolla Returns to Hï Ibiza for 2026 Residency
Hï Ibiza has officially kicked off the hype for the 2026 summer season, announcing a major shake-up to its weekly programming. The world’s No. 1 club, as voted by DJ Mag reade
Donner Heads Into NAMM 2026 With New Pedals, HUSH Updates, and U.S. Drum Expansion
NAMM is next week, and I have started narrowing down which booths are actually worth carving time out for once the floor opens. Donner keeps landing on that short list. This previe
Why Music Producers Should Play An Instrument (…And Why It Matters In 2026 More Than Ever)
Table of Contents I’ve found that as music production has shifted almost entirely onto laptops and tablets, it’s become easier than ever to finish tracks without ever touching
This Never Happened Turns 10: Lane 8 Reveals Anniversary Shows for 2026
Lane 8 has announced a special run of shows to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of his beloved imprint and event concept, This Never Happened, bringing together artists from acros
Tiesto’s New Era Continues with PRISMATIC Playlist on Spotify
With the ending of Club Life after 978 episodes, brings new beginnings- as the legendary DJ Tiesto announced a new radio show, Prismatic Radio. Prismatic is a deep dive into the so
How To Turn Clicks into Fans: An Interview with the Soundplate Team
More often than not, new artists will think that making good music will equate to being successful. That’s only half of the truth – the other half is marketing. Think of it thi
Damian Lazarus Announces Day Zero Bali Lineup ft. Jamie Jones, Ame, Bonobo + more
Damian Lazarus’ Day Zero takes shape as Day Zero Bali reveals the artists that will guide its next sacred gathering. On April 17, 2026, sound, land, and spirit align in a rare co
Midline Set to Redefine Miami’s Live Music Landscape with State-of-the-Art Venue in Wynwood
Miami’s Wynwood district is preparing to welcome a major new player in the city’s cultural ecosystem. Midline, a 10,000-square-foot live music venue and raw event space located
eBook Release: What Artists Need to Know About U.S. Touring Visas
Touring the United States as an international artist involves far more than securing bookings and confirming travel dates, and many performers only realize this once their plans ar
Groove Cruise 2026: Know Before You Go Guide
It’s officially 2026, which means it’s just weeks away from Groove Cruise 2026. Not only is it one of the first music festivals of the new year each year, but it has become an
Damian Lazarus Reveals Lineup for Day Zero Bali 2026
Damian Lazarus has unveiled the full lineup for Day Zero Bali 2026, marking the iconic event’s international expansion to Indonesia for the very first time. Set for April 17, 202
“Music often speaks before language does” Hayden F interview
Hayden F has built his sound around subtle pressure rather than obvious release. His productions favour repetition, restraint, and small shifts in energy, leaning into mood and tex
Authorities Confirm Homicide Near Solomun Event in Tulum; Investigation Ongoing
Authorities in Quintana Roo, Mexico have confirmed that a fatal shooting occurred near the site of Solomun’s performance at Tehmplo in Tulum on January 8, 2026, prompting an offi
Three Reasons Groove Cruise 2026 Has Me Even More Excited About 2027
It’s finally January, which means it’s Groove Cruise month! The annual pilgrimage to Groove Cruise’s floating utopia is about to begin, but this year is unique in several way
Ring Noord Explore Driving & Falling Energy In New Two-Track Single
Today, Ring Noord kick off 2026 with a two-track release that turns a single vocal idea into two distinctly different tracks. Out now on VISION, “It Never Lasts Long Enough + I