Armin van Buuren Revisits ‘Sonic Samba’ with Rising Star Remix
Armin van Buuren breathes new life into his emotive track ‘Sonic Samba’ with a powerful, trance-infused remix under his iconic Rising Star alias.
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Tino Kamal Erupts with “Yagga Yo,” a Mantra of Creative Rebellion
London’s own shape-shifting disruptor Tino Kamal returns with “Yagga Yo”, a record that feels less like a single and more like an awakening. Out now on all major platforms, the track captures everything that makes Kamal such a rare force in UK music — raw energy, visionary chaos, and a sense of control that feels[…]
Nova Wolf Releases Soul-Stirring New Single “Undone” from Forthcoming EP
Genre-blending artist and global music explorer Nova Wolf returns with a powerful new track, “Undone.” Drawn from his upcoming cross-continental EP, the cut continues Nova Wolf’s mission to connect cultures through emotionally resonant sound. Written and recorded during his recent travels across Africa, “Undone” channels raw vulnerability through a rich tapestry of sonic elements. Built[…]
Beyoncé enlists help of Honey Dijon, Green Velvet and Skrillex on new album ‘Renaissance’
Beyoncé‘s ‘Renaissance’ is dropping next week, and the list of credits and features on the ne record have just been dropped. It looks like Beyoncé has enlisted help from some of the most notable figures in modern music to help out in her latest album — including some of dance music’s most prolific pioneers. This[…]
New music on our radar this week: Barry Can’t Swim, gyrofield, rRoxymore
Welcome to Mixmag’s round-up of upcoming music releases that you should take note of Cromby’s ‘House Flava’ gets rework treatment from Peach and CARISTA Cromby has enlisted Peach and CARISTA to take on remix duties of his 2024-released single ‘House Flava’, which landed on Sally C’s legendary Big Saldo’s Chunkers label. “The record came out[…]
Government warns of fines of up to £600 for vape users ahead of next week’s ban
The government has warned of soaring fines for people who improperly throw away their used e-cigarettes ahead of the UK ban on disposable vapes, which will come into force next week (June 1). According to the UK Government’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) guidance, households will now be fined $£600 if they “breach their[…]
Festival line-ups you might have missed: Le Guess Who, LOST, CRSSD Fall
South Facing Festival reveals support acts for Basement Jaxx headline show Basement Jaxx have curated their supporting line-up for this year’s South Facing Festival, where they’re due to headline two nights at Crystal Palace Bowl this summer. Franc Moody, Gilles Peterson, Kitty Amor, and Tayo x Frank Tope have all been announced as supporting acts,[…]
SoundCloud updates AI policy following backlash: “AI should support artists, not replace them”
SoundCloud CEO Eliah Seton has issued a statement after the company received criticism over its Terms of Use, which reportedly included a policy that allows artificial intelligence training on user-uploaded music. Earlier this month, tech publication Futurism reported that SoundCloud “quietly” updated its terms and conditions in February 2024 to allow AI training on content[…]
Skream, DJ Flight, Myd and more announced for Glastonbury’s Greenpeace
Glastonbury’s Greenpeace area has revealed its full line-up for 2025, featuring more than 50 names across the festival’s five days. This year, Greenpeace will welcome DJs, live bands, speakers, artists, and activists on its main stage, as well as the dance music-centric Rave Tree. “Head to their field for sets from a hugely diverse range[…]
Gorillaz celebrate 25th anniversary with new London exhibition, House of Kong
Gorillaz are celebrating 25 years since their formation with a new exhibition, House of Kong, set to land in London this summer. The exhibition will take place at the Copper Box, a venue located in London’s Olympic Park, and is set to run from August 8 to September 3, open daily from 10:30AM – 10PM.[…]
Kneecap accuse Met of “political policing” following Mo Chara terrorism charge
Kneecap have issued a statement criticising the Metropolitan Police, after the force charged one of the group’s members with a terror offence yesterday (May 21). Mo Chara, real name Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, was charged under the UK Terrorism Act for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during a performance at the O2 Forum in Kentish[…]
Kneecap member to face terror charge in court next month
Kneecap rapper Mo Chara has been charged with a terror offence and is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court next month on Wednesday, June 18. The charge relates to the rapper, real name Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, allegedly displaying a flag supporting Lebanese political party and paramilitary group Hezbollah at a concert at the[…]
Calvin Harris denies copying Chicane’s 1996 track ‘Offshore’ on new single
Calvin Harris has responded to a claim that his latest single rips off Chicane’s 1996 hit ‘Offshore’. In April, Harris shared a clip of his latest single ‘Blessings’ on Instagram, telling fans: “Welcome to my new song”. Nick Bracegirdle, better known as Chicane, commented on the post shortly after, writing: “I would like to thank[…]
Sónar issues statement on ownership: “We distance ourselves from any action taken by KKR”
Barcelona’s Sónar Festival has issued a statement after more than 70 artists spoke out against the festival’s ties to KKR, a private equity firm which has recently come under fire for having stakes in weapons manufacturing companies, the Coastal GasLink pipeline, and a number of Israeli corporations that operate in occupied Palestinian territories, and the[…]
Glastonbury reveals new site map for 2025, expanding dance music areas
Glastonbury has unveiled a brand new site map for 2025, revealing a revamp of dance music areas including Silver Hayes, Shangri-La, Arcadia, and The Glade. The new map was unveiled to the public for the first time on Saturday (May 17), showing a number of changes to its music fields, campsites, and surrounding facilities. This[…]
The Mixmag Lab to host rooftop party with SG Lewis and Denis Sulta in London this month
On Saturday, May 31, we’re giving SG Lewis’ Forever Days imprint the Mixmag Lab summer treatment it deserves by throwing a huge day party on the incredible Wagtail Rooftop in central London. We’ve got a super tasty line-up in tow – with Denis Sulta, X & Ivy, and more joining the bill. It’s shaping up[…]
New music on our radar this week: ARCA, Nick León, yeule
Welcome to Mixmag’s round-up of upcoming music releases that you should take note of ABSOLUTE. and Dot Major link up on new single as NIGHT manoeuvres ABSOLUTE. and London Grammar’s Dot Major have teamed up on a new collaborative project, named NIGHT manoeuvres. The debut single from the new duo is due to land on[…]
Festival line-ups you might have missed: Recessland, Making Time, Strichka
Welcome to Mixmag’s round-up of festival line-ups you might have missed this week Manchester’s Green Island annonces full line-up for 2025 Manchester grassroots festival Green Island is back at Hulme Community Garden Centre for its fifth edition, with events on June 7, August 2 and September 6. The 1,500-capacity event is spread across five stages,[…]
Burn Energy and Mixmag announce the Burn Energy Tour 2025
This year, The Burn Energy Tour kicked off in April at Ibiza’s International Music Summit (IMS), with a club showcase and a panel discussion as part of the IMS programme. On April 24, we lifted the curtain in style at Akasha, with White Isle legend tINI on hand to dish out her signature blend of[…]
More than 70 artists call on Sónar to distance itself from KKR’s “complicit investments”
More than 70 artists who have previously performed at Sónar, or got booked to appear at its 2025 edition, have called on the Barcelona-based festival to distance itself from KKR’s “complicit investments”. Sónar Festival is owned by Superstruct, whose parent company KKR has recently come under fire for having stakes in weapons manufacturing companies, the[…]
Legendary Detroit group 3 Chairs to perform “last ever” show this month
Legendary Detroit supergroup 3 Chairs – made up of Moodymann, Theo Parrish, Rick Wilhite, and Marcellus Pittman – are set to perform their “last ever” show this month. The group will perform together for one final time on Sunday, May 25, hosting an all-day party at Newlab Detroit in North Corktown. The 10-hour event, which[…]