Interviews Who is Maktoop? Loud, soft and always underground queer With humour and depth, the DJ invites us into the messy harmony of Seoul's underground; where no one is alone, and everyone belongs
Galleries “Moving for themselves and the community”: a look into queer Vietnamese revival in Asia & beyond Dive into the photos & conversations from the four-city launch of No One Magazine Issue 02, igniting reconnection & dialogue across diasporic spaces
Interviews Horseboyy on ‘Horsepowah’: “I wanted to slow it down a bit, explore new textures, and switch up the palette” Jacob Mendoza interviews the artist about his four-piece debut house EP as he trots beyond his usual happy hardcore sound
Interviews From within and without: the sound of ffan’s quiet revolution The artist speaks on 16 years shaping Seoul’s dance scene, broken beauty, and why he’s still staring at the same Matisse
Interviews “Ping Pong” & power moves: inside GLOWBALL with founder Sonia Calico Bold collaborations, eclectic curation and an unapologetic art direction are some of the reasons why the festival’s sophomore edition this weekend is one not to miss
Interviews Fred P creates from feeling, not form With 'Neon Futures' on the horizon and a Hong Kong set incoming, the artist speaks on creative purpose, spiritual groove, and staying true to the soul of house
Interviews ‘Lift Off’: Ron Trent’s sonic storybook Mengzy speaks with the artist on his new album and tour, celebrating the past and future
Interviews Meet Jambutek: the long-running face of Sri Lanka’s underground Ahead of it's label showcase at Dots Bay House on March 22, we catch up with founder Asvajit to talk about the collective’s decade-long journey, its impact on Sri Lanka’s scene, and what’s next
Interviews Survival of the Fitz Adam Wright chats with Jane Fitz as she returns to Hong Kong, the city that formed her as a DJ, with her new residency at 宀 kicking off this Saturday
Interviews Sounds, sleep & wakefulness: Michael Diamond on how sonics shape the mind Henry Cooper speaks to the artist/researcher about his work, the correlations between sounds & synapses, his interviews with world-class DJs plus his new dreamlike EP ‘Placid Wakefulness’
Interviews Madam X on "staying true to myself and drowning out the noise" The KAIZEN boss talks ‘Homecoming’, authenticity, and collaborations that "reach maximum screwface capacity" ahead of her Hong Kong return
Interviews The allure of Ali’s tropical-cool psychedelia Farah Azizan talks to the bohemian trio from Jakarta that serves Southeast Asian grooves with a touch of Middle Eastern funk, all dapped up in eclectic style
Interviews Megatronic redefines what it means to blend artistry with activism With initiatives championing inclusivity & amplifying SWANA voices, she’s reshaping the narrative of inclusivity in electronic music
Features Sneak peek: BEAM is back bigger, better and louder From world-class hi-fi sound systems to new culinary concepts, BEAM & 72 Courtyard are reshaping nightlife in Bangkok and reclaiming their status as a session staple
Interviews "It's about creating a playful, inspiring experience for musicians": Frédéric Brun on Arturia’s 25-year legacy Celebrating a quarter-century of innovation, the Arturia co-founder discusses the brand’s journey from TAE® technology to its growing impact on Asia’s electronic music scene with Arun Ramanathan
Features Eight years of Savage; a beacon of the Asian underground Culminating in a weekend to remember, Henry Cooper takes a look at what makes this space so special to the scene
Interviews The Pippi Ciez perspective: “We must continue to evolve into breaking the rules of ‘genre’” With a commitment to pushing sonic boundaries, the Inward Records co-founder shares on his deep connection to organic rhythms, championing emerging talent & fostering creativity
Interviews Get to know GNDHI, Bangalore's multi-instrumentalist producer taking over global stages Ahead of his live set video premiere on Mixmag Asia, we dive into his journey, sound, and what’s next
Interviews Artist Spotlight: Meet Atsuo the Pineapple Donkey, Japan’s rising synth maverick Elle Katayama speaks to the enigmatic artist ahead of his headlining gig at the first-ever ACiD Open Air
Interviews Nico Moreno on shaping the future of industrial techno The Insolent Rave Records founder touches on the evolution of the genre, his creative process, and mission to foster fresh talent
Interviews "I want to be a part of electronic music history": Red Pig Flower looks forward to another 20 years in the scene The artist reflects on her sonic evolution & shares her ambitions for the future before returning to Asia with "a lot to celebrate"