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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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