Tech AlphaTheta's new CDJ-1500X lets DJs play sets with just their phone Packing flagship CDJ-3000X tech into a smaller frame, it also offers CoBeat; a new crowd-interaction service that puts song requests on screen
Global News Popularity of tracks with explicit lyrics has declined by 61% since 2018, report finds Music requiring a parental advisory tag now makes up just 13% of Spotify's Top 50
Events The Mixmag Lab makes its debut in Mongolia this month In collaboration with Kharkhorum Festival, the event in Ulaanbaatar features Biliguudei, Gonno, CMT & Anu Dol
Asia News Norsicaa launches label rooted in Asia-Pacific sounds, Sama Sama Records The DJ & researcher says the label is "being built for the region and diaspora", debuting with a 1980 Boy Katindig reissue
Events Shanghai: Reactor x Trommel x Fruity Shop x Break the Wall present Connection Friday, July 10, 2026
Features Riz Ahmed: “SOPHIE's 'BIPP' gave me the belief that things could get better” With his semi-autobiographical comedy Bait receiving awards buzz, we caught up with Riz Ahmed to talk about bringing his South Asian diaspora-themed James Bond soundtrack to life for the show
Film & TV Watch the first trailer for HBO's Burning Man documentary series The Man Will Burn promises to offer an "intimate" look at the yearly Black Rock Desert event
Global News 21-year-olds can now go clubbing in Vegas for free, city officials reveal The new initiative will offer those who recently turned 21, and up to four friends, complimentary access to 11 nightclubs in the city
Global News Being a DJ is the number one dream job in New Zealand, study finds It ranks above jobs like acting, writing, or becoming a CEO, according to new research
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