Music · 31 December 2024
Tony McGuinness recently released ‘Crying’, the final single from his debut solo rock album, ‘Salt’. The album was written and recorded between 1995-1996 and has been in the vault for nearly 30 years. Inspirations include the ‘Twin Peaks’ soundtrack, Cocteau Twins, Beach Boys and Steely Dan.
Lifestyle · 30 December 2024
DJ and Toolroom Records founder Mark Knight recently sat down with former England rugby player turned DJ, James Haskell, for an in-depth video interview. The conversation delved into pressing issues within the electronic music industry, the journey that brought them together, and the parallels between their careers.
Music · 29 December 2024
Next up on Zatar Music is Fairplay with the ‘Sandi EP’, featuring the original title track and a remix by Niconé. The Jordanian DJ and producer duo and Zatar residents, have possibly gained recognition for their organic approach to electronic music, often infused with Middle Eastern and Arabic influences.
Clubbing · 28 December 2024
Forum is apparently ‘one of Birmingham's most iconic and influential music spaces’, and in 2025, it celebrates 60 years of history with a new programme of events. Mixing up the sounds of the past, present and future with new concepts, special shows will be hosted by brands, DJs and parties such as Fac 51 - The Hacienda, HE.SHE.THEY, DNB Allstars, LWE, Live Nation & Sonny Fodera. Over 20 parties will take place across 16 weeks commencing in Jan 2025.
Music · 27 December 2024
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of ‘Feedback’ by Steve Aoki, Autoerotique, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, artists Chime, HIGHSOCIETY, Honey & Badger, 3 Are Legend, and Stephen Hurtley put their own spin on the track by delivering their own remixes.
Music · 26 December 2024
Mark Williams’ ‘Come Back’ EP for Hardgroove sees the British producer deliver five cuts that encapsulate the heavyweight side of the label’s sound. Hooks dominate ‘Come Back’, whether it be the looped and filtered vocals of ‘Your Eyes’ or ‘Take My Love’ or the unctuous acid of ‘On The Floor’, stabs of ‘Oh Boy (Dub)’ and keys of ‘Magic Flute (Dub)’.
Music · 25 December 2024
Purple Disco Machine pays an ode to his dancefloor roots, finishing the year with the release of his double album ‘Club Paradise’. The producer aimed to possibly establish his position as one of dance music's key figures earlier this year with the release of his third studio album, which features collaborations with Metronomy, Chromeo, Roosevelt, Kungs, Jake Shears of the Scissor Sisters, Nile Rodgers, Dabeull, Duke Dumont, Nothing but Thieves and the Magician.
Music · 24 December 2024
Max Styler & Clüb De Combat team up for possibly one of 2024’s most highly-anticipated IDs, ‘On Repeat,’ closing out a year of big releases for John Summit’s label.
Music · 23 December 2024
Offering a further glimpse into her forthcoming album, ‘We Are Always Under The Same Sky,’ set for release on 17 January via Anjunadeep, Austin-based Japanese producer Qrion (Momiji Tsukada) released her latest single, ‘Lean Into Light’, featuring the vocals of pinkpirate.
Music · 22 December 2024
Bringing the year to a close, Swiss-South African artist Nora En Pure has just released her final track of 2024, ‘Polar Lights’, via Enormous Tunes. Returning to her sound, her latest offering features chords that evoke her blend of nostalgia and tranquillity.