Features Scott Forshaw: ‘The key to my career has been consistent dedication every single day’ We caught up with Scott Forshaw to explore his journey from Dubai residencies to international recognition
News Peachpuff supports Lebanese talent with new anniversary compilation Mardini, Velvet Velour, T. Jacques, James Andrew, Eli Atala, Farsa and many more unite in Peachpuff’s anniversary release to support Lebanese artists
News Ali Farahani unveils 6 remixes for his memory-filled project ‘Mr. Hekayati’ The remix package for ‘Mr. Hekayati’ features contributions from Acid Pauli, ARKADYAN, Ephlum, Namito, Roderic and Sorä
News Late-night events are declining globally Nightlife in the world’s party capitals is increasingly winding down earlier
News Bedouin remix Róisín Murphy’s 2007 song ‘Dear Miami’ The duo have brought a fresh organic house vibe to the song, enhancing its depth while retaining the emotive power of the original
Features +ONE debuts with a groovy start in Dubai’s underground scene The series began with Honeytrap last Saturday and moves forward with House Party on December 28
Features A memorable sonic journey on the longest night of the year: ‘Solstice Sessions’ Presented by Mixmag MENA and Hence, the event on December 21 showcased DOBé, Gloria, Jayesh, Masry, Saade b2b Mo Ezabyy and Sam Tonic
News Latteo’s ‘Break Skin’ arrives on Toka Musik with remix by Hrag Mikkel With vocals from D'aria, the track explores lush soundscapes and natural textures
News Spotify allegedly filling playlists with “ghost artists” Harper's Magazine has published a striking report alleging that Spotify's reliance on low-cost, pseudonymous tracks in its playlists is devaluing the contributions of real musicians
News Robbie Akbal drops ‘Osenchi’ EP on Suleiman Records The 3-track EP includes ‘Everything Is Energy’ as a solo cut, the collaborative title track with REO MATSUMOTO and Mamazu, and its remix by Dachshund
Features New platform Molodify pioneers access to DAW files from top artists Producers eager to showcase their DAW files and join the platform can submit their applications during the beta launch period
News Deep Dish continue to redefine classics with new takes on ‘Say Hello’ In October, Deep Dish also revisited their 2004 hit ‘Flashdance’, delivering two reinterpretations
News Apple Music launches three new radio stations The live-hosted stations, Apple Music Club, Apple Música Uno and Apple Music Chill, offer exclusive programming from the likes of Jamie xx, FKA twigs, Honey Dijon, Nia Archives, Brian Eno and Becky G
News Mixmag MENA and Hence, present ‘Solstice Sessions’ at Dubai’s Monkey Bar Terrace The December 21 event featuring DOBé, Gloria, Jayesh, Masry, Saade, Mo Ezabyy and Sam & Tonic will unfold on the year’s longest night
News Apple Music rolls out Replay 2024 and showcases the year's biggest hits This year’s Replay offers expanded insights for listeners
News Listen to 16-year-old producer Nasso’s latest single, ‘Uma’ With a focus on tribal-infused grooves, evocative melodies and dynamic rhythms, Nasso’s style shows a considerable promise for connecting with dance floors
News Music On with Marco Carola to take place at Dubai’s Playa Pacha December 13 will see Marco Carola going back-to-back with PAWSA, joined by Ale De Tuglie and FABRICE, for another unforgettable night as part of the Pacha Icons series
News Music industry workers to lose a quarter of income to AI by 2028, study finds The “first ever” global study on the impact of AI on music found that revenues of AI services will spike in the next four years
News Iranian rapper Toomaj Salehi released from prison after 753 days Salehi was sentenced to death for “corruption on Earth” before having the ruling overturned in court in June
News ARKADYAN and MRGOODALF take to the skies for a world-first hot air balloon B2B live set The video was premiered as the third offering in MRGOODALF’s ‘Ascending Rhythms’ series
News New journal highlights role of nightlife and dance music in cultural resistance Forward / Scratch explores how nightlife and dance music fuel cultural resistance and advocate for Palestinian liberation
Features Franc Fala: ‘My goal is to develop a recognisable style over time, regardless of the genre’ Insights into how Franc Fala combines artistic integrity with a growing global presence
News Chartmetric introduces predictive artist discovery tool analysing data from over 10 million artists The platform integrates signals from millions of artists to reshape talent discovery processes
News Tony Kay releases debut EP, ‘Tirra’ Tony Kay’s debut EP follows this year’s solo single ’Thinking’ and the collaborative track ‘Yeah! (Techno Remix)’ with Luca Testa
News More music released in a single day in 2024 than the entirety of 1989, study shows A past report found that 120,000 tracks are currently added to streaming services each day
News Bedouin culture meets drum 'n' bass in DJ Kaboo’s latest release, ‘Yalla Yalla’ 'Yalla Yalla' preserves the rich musical heritage of the Middle East while reimagining it within a modern framework
News Listening to music can help recovery from surgery Music also reduces stress, according to a new scientific report
News Mahmut Orhan and Colyn to play at IN ACT’s launch parties on November 14-15 IN ACT was born from Dish Dash’s desire to create events that resonate deeply with audiences who share a passion for dance music
