KUE shares a unique and powerful 170bpm re-imagining.. Drum and Bass might be the strongest it’s ever been in 2026.. A genre that, was built from the basements and underground squat raves in the U.K, now has a truly global influence.. As a result, U.S producers and artists are regularly dipping into the UK talent-pool[…]
All images sourced from company websites. Whether we like it or not, AI is coming. I completely understand the hesitation from most of the music industry on AI. Yes, it’s scary. At many points, it can steal from artists’ work without their consent. Let me make this clear: I do not condone usage of unethical[…]
As modern televisions continue to prioritize slim profiles, built-in speakers often struggle to deliver clarity and impact, especially at lower volumes. newsroom.sennheiser.com/rs-275-wireless-tv-headphones-auracast were designed to address that limitation directly, offering a dedicated wireless listening system that restores intelligibility and control without disturbing others in the room. The RS 275 bundle pairs the lightweight HDR 275[…]
With NAMM 2026 now underway, one of the pedal launches I have been most curious about finally has a name and a shape. Donner Music is officially rolling out the MIYAVI Signature Double Swords series, a two-pedal release that feels like a clear statement about where the company wants to go next. This is Donner’s[…]
InteliDey: A musician who walks the line between the tech world.. and the creative world. Very few artists, labels or music industry professionals – are actually qualified to speak about A.I Technology. They also, naturally bring with them an element of bias. There’s a new technology out there, able to create in a few seconds,[…]
Roland and DJ Jazzy Jeff are bringing the PLAYLIST Retreat experience to The NAMM Show for the first time, translating a long-running, invitation-only creative incubator into a live, public-facing program on the show floor. Known for its emphasis on trust, collaboration, and sustained creative relationships, PLAYLIST Retreat has quietly influenced careers across music and production[…]
Neumann has announced the return of one of its most historically important microphones with the release of the M 50 V, a meticulously crafted reissue of the original M 50 tube microphone. First introduced in 1951, the M 50 became foundational to orchestral recording practices and played a defining role in the development of the[…]
Over the past decade, I have watched electronic music move further into a system shaped by playlists, algorithms, and short-form consumption, and that shift sits at the center of this conversation with Vellichor. Based in the United States and working internationally, Vellichor approaches house and electronic music as a way to process memory, influence, and[…]
Walking the floor at NAMM 2026 always turns into a reminder of how much is happening all at once, and this year already feels packed with gear, software, and ideas worth spending real time with. I put this list together as a running snapshot of the booths, products, and demos that caught my attention during[…]
Amnesia, Ibiza’s home of underground clubbing for 50 years, marks five decades of music, movement, and shared experience with a year of anniversary events, guest line ups, and cultural collaborations throughout 2026. A landmark year for a true Ibiza institution, 2026 sees the club mark 50 years at the forefront of electronic music, beginning with[…]
With the release of GU48 Guy J – Córdoba, Guy J adds another defining chapter to the Global Underground city series. Recorded in Argentina and shaped by a lifelong relationship with the Córdoba scene, the mix reflects an artist whose approach to selection has been refined over decades of listening, touring, and building trust with[…]
Tommy Phillips has entered the current club landscape during a period of rapid change, where technology, access, and audience behavior continue to reshape how DJs connect with dancefloors. As his profile grows through releases, touring, and club performances, he has gained a clear view of how these shifts affect energy, pacing, and expectation inside the[…]
Armin van Buuren and Lilly Palmer have officially joined forces for the first time, releasing a new double-single titled ‘Ayi Giri / Dopamine Machine’. Moreover, the two-track package follows months of anticipation after they first teased the collaboration during a surprise B2B at Amsterdam Dance Event last year. Instead of playing it safe, Armin van[…]
David Cloyd’s return to the wider indie music conversation has unfolded with unusual clarity and momentum. It’s clear that his hiatus only fueled him further. After more than a decade away from the album format, “Red Sky Warning” marked a decisive reintroduction, earning prominent editorial support on Apple Music alongside artists such as St. Vincent, U2, The[…]
With NAMM opening next week, I have been paying closer attention to instruments aimed at real home use rather than stage-first designs scaled down for living rooms. That is where Donner Music seems to be focusing a lot of its energy this year. Alongside its guitars and pedals, Donner is heading into NAMM 2026 with[…]
It’s a groove-rich journey from the Australian powerhouse producer Australian producer JUJO might just be one of the best-kept secrets in electronic music, but his new Currents EP might be the touchpaper to a world of international acclaim.. Released via French label Sidekick Music, This five-track suite is a seriously polished piece of work that blends[…]
Cover image courtesy of ALLEYCVT. The new year is in full swing, so let’s see just who’s poised to make it theirs. We’re already a few weeks into 2026, but it’s been a quiet start to January (as usual) and now feels like a good of a time as any to share our list of[…]
I’ve spent a lot of time inside FabFilter compressors over the years, and Pro-C has always been reliable, but with Pro-C 3, it finally feels like they leaned into character without sacrificing control, which is exactly where modern compression needs to live. I’m not opening this to fix mistakes, I’m opening it to shape energy,[…]
Melbourne Instruments has rolled out advanced Logic Pro integration for its ROTO-CONTROL motorised MIDI controller, answering one of the most consistent requests from users since the hardware launched. Already well regarded for its tight integration with Ableton Live and Bitwig Studio, ROTO-CONTROL now brings the same level of tactile, motorised control to Apple’s flagship DAW[…]
In the past, merchandise usually meant solely physical items. Vinyl, CDs, cassettes, clothing, posters, other creative branded things (skateboards, fidget spinners, action figures, et cetera). However, as music as a whole continues to shift into the digital realm, so must its merchandise. At first, you may not think that musicians selling masterclasses, sample packs, and[…]
Recently, we spoke about digital merchandise. Now, let’s talk physical. You may not think it, but physical merch is still one of the easiest ways to get your artist brand out there. Have you ever gone to a show and bought a shirt (two years ago I went to a PRAANA show and got a[…]
