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
New Releases Baalti announce new EP ‘Mela’ inspired by the riotous soundsystem culture of West Bengal The first single 'Overbit' is out now via Steel City Dance Discs
Events Experience the groovy Dynamite Disco Club at Dots Bay House this Saturday Stalvart John, Hamza Rahimtula & Farhan Rehman take the decks for a night of disco & house on January 25
Events UK underground icon Madam X graces Hong Kong’s Slap 拍 on February 15 Presented by Omni & Mixmag Asia, the night also features Just Bee & Shanda on support duties for the KAIZEN founder
New Releases Alinep's ‘Futura 101’ is a masterclass in hypnotic minimal techno The EP is out now on Dubfire's SCI+TEC Label
Events House maestro Franky Rizardo takes over CÉ LA VI on February 8 Experience the Dutch DJ’s groove-laden beats live at Singapore’s iconic rooftop destination
Asia News The Southbank Centre's South Asian Sounds announces line-up for 2025 Back for its second year, the event will celebrate Indian, Bangladeshi and Pakistani musical traditions and culture
Events Sola Festival debuts in Sri Lanka with Seb Wildblood, Avantika, Kahli & more Experience a day of diverse sounds, cultural exchange & immersive activities at The Doctor’s House on February 1
Music Qilla Records launches new mix series with a sunrise set from Sunju Hargun Fresh from Vaayu Kula's New Year's Gathering in Goa, the live recording sets the bar high for 2025
Asia News Drug-related arrests & 2 deaths cast shadow on EDC Thailand debut Concerns about drug safety at the country's major music festivals have prompted a review of future security measures
News Dekmantel Festival unveils over 150 names for 2025 line-up Jeff Mills, Four Tet, Avalon Emerson and more are amongst the first artists added to the bill
News TikTok restores service in the US after Trump announces pause on ban The streaming platform went dark in the US on Saturday, after the Supreme Court upheld its ban on Chinese-owned internet services
New Releases Parallelle’s ‘Sunshine in My Pocket’ is a dual-sided ode to the day’s golden hours Uplifting grooves, warm chords & soft spoken word elements capture the energy of the day’s first light & final glow