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Hercules launches new portable controller, DJControl Mix Ultra

Created with "casual hobbyists" in mind, users can plug their phone into the controller or connect via Bluetooth.

Only 28% of nominees for the 2025 GRAMMY Awards are women, report finds

The study also found that women received just one in five nods and awards from the prestigious ceremony in the last eight years.

GoFundMe launched to help Chicago house pioneer DJ Lee Collins fight cancer

The campaign aims to raise $75,000 for the Chicago legend, who "urgently needs treatment".

Grimes addresses “toxicity” and “Nazi-ism” within her fanbase

The singer “denounced white supremacy” in light of significant controversy around her ex partner, Elon Musk.

Björk slams Spotify: “It’s the worst thing that has happened to musicians”

In a new interview, the singer speaks about her views on streaming services.

Spotify reportedly donated $150,000 to US President Donald Trump's inauguration

Alongside the contribution, the streaming platform also held a brunch on the eve of the ceremony for political pundits such as Ben Shapiro and Tim Pool.

Ezra Collective, Nia Archives, and Fred again.. nominated for BRIT Awards 2025

Nia Archives makes history as the first jungle artist to receive three BRIT Award nominations.

The Daisychain podcast has come to an end after 7 years

The 360th and final instalment of the women and non-binary mix series was created by founder Alicia Greco, AKA Leesh.

Electronic music market projected to double in worth to $39 billion AUD by 2032

According to a forecast from market research firm Wise Guy Reports, house music is worth an estimated $5.6 billion AUD alone.

Freda's announces its reopening at The Abercrombie Hotel

The much beloved Eora venue finally returns to its home suburb of Chippendale, albeit now under the umbrella of Solotel Group.

DJ Koze shares details on first album in 7 years, 'Music Can Hear Us'

Set for release via his imprint Pampa Records in April, Koze has shared the first single from the record 'Unbelievable' featuring Ada.

Boiler Room bought by company linked to US Defence contractor

Superstruct Entertainment, owned by KKR Investments, has promised that Boiler Room will "retain its identity".

The Nowhere Festival announces postponement of its inaugural event

The festival, set to take place only a few weeks from now on Eora/Sydney's Cockatoo Island, has blamed ticket trends & emergency service availability for the postponement.

Marlon Hoffstadt pauses set at Wildlands Festival to urge fans to “drink water” and “chill a fucking bit”

The artist has since said that people should educate themselves on drug safety after seeing “so many” fans passing out at Aussies festivals.

TikTok confirms that it will shut down in the US by January 19 if ban is upheld

The Supreme Court will hear arguments regarding the ByteDance-owned app's appeal against the ban later today.

South African house singer Winnie Khumalo has died aged 51

The vocalist and actress passed away after a short illness, her family confirmed.

NSW launches ‘Neon Marketplace’, a platform dedicated to nightlife professionals

Spotify CEO Daniel Ek cashed out almost $100m in company stock last month

It comes after complaints that Spotify “deprives” artists of royalties.

Discogs members catalogued a record-breaking 105.7 million pieces of music in 2024

An average of 2 million music items were added each week, with Charli XCX's 'Brat' featuring in over 40,000 collections.

Ibiza to issue £2,500 fines to tourists breaking new alcohol rules in San Antonio

Updated penalties on alcohol sales and consumption will hit the White Isle in 2025

Diplo reaches resolution in stalking and revenge porn lawsuit

Shelly Auguste first filed for a restraining order against the American DJ in November 2020, while the US artist had responded with a separate restraining order in 2021.