Global News Live Nation directors brag about “robbing fans blind” in unearthed DMs Two directors of the entertainment giant joked that their buyers are “stupid” in a 2022 Slack exchange
Interviews Inside MŌCANA:Teddy Maithai’s cross-cultural world of art, film, fashion & dancefloors "We’re not an event that throws parties and has cool art in it. We’re a multi-disciplinary pop-up exhibition that connects all types of creatives from various backgrounds."
Film & TV Goldie directs new documentary exploring the rise of Rufige Kru The 45-minute film, titled The Rufige Files, features interviews with Submotive, dBridge and more
Global News United Airlines threatens to ban customers who don’t use headphones Flyers listening to music out loud could face a permanent ban or removal from their aircrafts
Mengzy, Just Bee & Subez churn out a bass-heavy set for The Mixmag Lab Hong Kong No-nonsense energy from the local trio that locked the Pier 1929 crowd in from the jump
Features The Pigeons & Planes Stage is where Asia’s next sound takes flight in Hong Kong Get to know the platform rooted in music discovery as it brings a curated line-up of emerging voices and cross-border creativity to ComplexCon Hong Kong on March 21-22, featuring Yeti Out, THE JAYNE, DJ Tommy and more
Global News London’s first-ever drug checking services to open in Hackney and Camden The Loop promises to provide health advice, “rapid” substance analysis and information on local drug market trends
Asia News Former rapper Balen Shah set to become Nepal’s youngest Prime Minister The 35-year-old rapper-turned-politician gained traction with young voters during last year’s Gen Z protests, when his song became an unofficial anthem
Tech NOTHING’s Headphone (a) comes with customisable tactile controls & 5-day battery life Built for long listening sessions, the over-ear headphones arrive in black, white, pink & a limited-edition yellow colourway
Features South Korea’s university DJ dongari: the hidden incubator of Seoul's dance music scene From campus practice rooms to venue DJ booths, these student-run organisations are quietly becoming one of the most important entry points into the country’s club circuit
Global News Andy C forced to cancel string of shows after being stranded in the UAE The RAM Records co-founder postponed shows in London, Riga and Northampton as travel continues to be affected by conflict in the Middle East
Global News Sama’ Abdulhadi says Australian visa was not approved ahead of performances Sama’ was unable to appear at WOMADelaide, who stood by the Palestinian DJ after a pro-Israel campaign group previously called for her removal from the line-up
Global News Apple Music to inform listeners if music on platform is AI-generated The new metadata information will only be available if labels declare use of the tech
Features Excursions: Temple Meltdown is bringing Taiwan’s underground into sacred spaces “People have told me they feel safer than going to a rave in an abandoned setting; they think the Gods are protecting them”
Asia News New booking agency Zagareet launches to spotlight distinctive artists across Asia Founders Shereen Jolly & Nikola Skočajić share the mission behind the Hong Kong-based agency: “The main thing is getting them into the right rooms with the right crowd.”
Asia News Devon Turnbull & Karimoku Furniture create listening room installation in Tokyo Presented at the Karimoku Research Center, Sound House combines handcrafted speakers, furniture & architectural acoustics that revolve around the Japanese concept of “ma”
Events Sri Lanka: The Doctor’s House presents Soul Therapy Music feat. Ruby Savage Saturday, March 28, 2026
Global News Crowdfunder launched for book documenting Belgian nightlife Out Soon: 1992-2008 will comprise 300 pages of archival material from former club culture magazine, Out Soon
Global News The Prodigy pay tribute to Keith Flint with memorial bench in Essex The bench was placed at St Mary's Church on the seventh anniversary of his death
Galleries In pictures: DJ Krush honours Nujabes at a packed tribute in Seoul From chilled warm-ups to a powerful headlining set, the city gathered to celebrate the timeless influence of the late Japanese producer
Global News Charlotte de Witte cancels Australia shows citing Middle East travel concerns The Belgian DJ and producer said there is "no possible risk-free route" to travel to her shows this weekend
Events Experience the Mixmag Asia Creative Hub at ComplexCon Hong Kong Together with NOTHING and Jägermeister, the Creative Hub is a curated sound & lifestyle space for the event’s 30,000 visitors
Tech Bela introduces touch-based control for Eurorack systems, Trails Designed as a four-channel polyphonic touch recorder, it uses finger movement to shape notes, modulation & rhythm
Asia News Wu-Tang Clan announce Japan as final stop of farewell tour The hip hop pioneers bring Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber to Yokohama on May 24, ending a 36-date global run
