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Burning Man introduced "scaled" ticketing for 2025 following financial woes

Tickets for this year's event range from $550 to $3,000, with the first in line being given the opportunity to snap up cheaper passes.

"DJ" among professions included in UK's skilled worker visa list

The inclusion of DJs as "middle-skilled workers" was reportedly introduced following the UK's departure from the EU in 2021.

R. Kelly’s appeal against 30-year prison sentence has been denied

He was found guilty on federal racketeering and sex trafficking charges in 2021.

Spotify could introduce "new paid subscription tiers" following deal with Warner Music

The streaming platform claims the new agreement will "shape the future of audio-visual streaming".

Justice, Kendrick Lamar, and Charli xcx amongst 2025 GRAMMY Awards winners

The 67th annual awards ceremony took place over the weekend.

India’s first global music conference & showcase festival kicks off in Goa

From February 4-6, India International Music Week presents a powerhouse line-up of artists plus a conference featuring 30 sessions.

Watch the new trailer for Flying Lotus-directed sci-fi horror 'Ash'

The US DJ and producer has also created the score for the film, which is set to star Eliza González and Aaron Paul.

10,000 AI-generated tracks reportedly uploaded to Deezer every day

Discovered using its AI-detection tool, the streaming service claims that AI music makes up 10% of all uploads to the platform.

Gen Z music fans are fuelling vinyl resurgence, new research suggests

76% of vinyl fans between the ages of 13-28 reported buying vinyl at least once a month, with 80% owning a record player.

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.

Splendour In The Grass announces it will not return in 2025

The festival has taken to social media today to announce that it will not be going ahead for the second year running.

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.