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Forged in the slums of Davao City in the Philippines, budots was largely sneered at for its unsubtle, maximalist sonics and associations with gang culture. But recent virality has reframed its image, and with a new genre-showcase album landing on Eastern Margins by The Budots Three – DJ Love, DJ Ericnem and DJ Danz – it’s set to takeover dancefloors around the globe

Around two million people attended the free concert on Copacabana beach

Andrew Weatherall was an extremist who believed trends are to be set, not followed. For Mixmag’s April 1994 cover feature, Andy Pemberton met the British maverick at a pivotal moment in his career — his club night was confusing, his latest album disappointing, and his public image had become ludicrous. In a therapeutic discussion, he revealed his plans for reinvention

Johns Hopkins University’s Bachelor's in hip hop is the first American course of its kind

Unpacking the year's milestones, movements & music that redefined the scene

Whether they were pioneering new sounds, connecting global scenes, doling out bangers, or blurring the lines of reality with their music, these are the producers who defined 2024

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

Among other movements, Rebel Sounds looks at how Ukraine’s underground scene is persevering in the face of Russian invasion