Asia News New Taipei record store Slipped Disk opens this week The Da’an Park vinyl spot pairs curated crates with beer, listening stations & a nod to old-school pain relief culture
In pictures: behind the scenes & centre stage at The Mixmag Lab Dhaka Step into the crowd with photos that capture the spirit of the iconic livestream series' debut in Bangladesh
New Releases Kiss Nuka channels mystical rhythm & flow on ‘Taabiir’ Part of Siamese Twins’ ‘Ragom’ VA, the track explores the rhythmic depths of South Indian Carnatic music, tribal atmospheres & layered vocal chants
Global News Bandcamp Friday returns after previous edition raised US$3.2 million for independent artists The platform has confirmed there will be three more Bandcamp Fridays in 2025
Global News PinkPantheress: “People are less willing to listen to electronic music made by a Black woman” The artist opens up in a new interview about the hurdles she’s had to jump through during her career so far
Global News Spotify threatens to ban users who don't pass new ID checks Following the introduction of the Online Safety Act, users in the UK are now required to provide proof of their age via facial recognition or photo ID to access certain content
New Releases Closet Yi channels the spirit of her China tour on ‘Cloudborne 888’ The new EP explores movement and memory through hazy synths and immersive percussion
Global News Brian Eno announces Together For Palestine fundraiser at Wembley Arena The legendary musician has called on fellow artists to join him for the benefit on September 17
Music Call Super releases ‘A Rhythm Protects One’ mix CD via Dekmantel Records The one-off project arrives with a new Ondo Fudd single & a print zine featuring voices from across the global club scene
Mixes Mixmag Asia Radio: Honouring the timeless artistry of Susumu Yokota A decade after his passing, the Japanese visionary’s Skintone catalogue is being reissued, and we speak to Lo Recordings about preserving his levitating legacy through a new tribute mix.
Asia News Newly-opened Middle Room brings high-fidelity listening culture to Bangalore A sound-first listening bar inspired by Japanese jazz kissas, vinyl culture, and the city’s old-school charm
Asia News Universal Music Japan CEO shares insights on country’s music market in interview Naoshi Fujikura breaks down how Japan’s superfan culture, physical retail & AI are reshaping its music industry
Tech The Commodore 64 returns with new specs & original SID sound A modern take on the ’80s top-selling home computer, shipping October 2025
New Releases Daytimers’ first full-length release, ‘Alterations’, is out now The collective’s debut album reworks classic Indian tracks from the Sony Music India catalogue with a global club perspective
Features Bali beyond the usual: insider picks for your island getaway Skip the clichés. This summer guide goes straight to the source; people who live here, love it here, and aren’t afraid to tell you to get out of Canggu.