Global News Artists to keep 100% of distribution royalties as part of new SoundCloud subscription The platform's new all-in-one artist subscription also offers features such as an on-demand vinyl service, artist storefronts and merch
Global News Zohran Mamdani campaigns in nightlife spaces across Brooklyn ahead of election day After visiting six venues, including queer party Papi Juice, he went on to win the mayor’s race by a landslide victory
Global News AlphaTheta halts rollout of CDJ-3000 firmware update following reports of "deleted" playlists Several artists have complained of "disastrous" issues as a result of the recent CDJ-3000 firmware update, which was originally landed on October 21
Interviews Slowmouth is sending honest signals through his Morsecode label From Cheonan to Berlin, the producer reflects on humble beginnings, a growing imprint & Asia’s rising frequency; all after an anniversary event that was one for the books
Asia News Malaysia strengthens AI push with new Nvidia data centre in Johor The large-scale facility marks a US$2.36 billion collaboration aimed at supporting public AI services & sovereign AI development
Asia News Iconic Mumbai venue Blue Frog set to reopen in early 2026 Founder Mahesh Mathai says the return reflects India’s growing appetite for live music performances & commitment to discovering new talent
Interviews “The different DJ”: an unfiltered look inside the mind & sound of Hiroko Yamamura The Chicago sound flagbearer talks about identity, the significance of her Japan tour, her intuitive club philosophy, plus the fact that she has “no idea” why she ended up being a DJ
Film & TV New documentary to explore “final chapter” of David Bowie’s life and work Channel 4’s The Final Act features interviews with Bowie’s close collaborators
Global News AlphaTheta announces new 7-part Equal Beats podcast series hosted by Kikelomo Created to uplift dance music's female/non-binary changemakers, the first episode of Equal Beats features an interview with Indira Pagnotto
Global News Study finds that listening to music can lower dementia risk by up to 39% The research also suggests that music engagement was linked to a 17% lower incidence of cognitive impairment, improving day-to-day memory performances
Global News There won’t be raves held at Rome’s Colosseum, says director Newly appointed director Simone Quilici has dispelled speculation about the ancient landmark hosting DJs
Asia News Clockenflap 2025 adds new mobile theatre experience, Minimax: The Planets Created by festival Co-Founder Jay Hofmann-Forster, the work uses mobile structures, musicians, dancers & audience interaction