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Metttani unveils collaborative EP ‘Minuit Treize’ with KOPY

The four-track release marks the Tunisian artist’s first standalone project since the 2023 EP ‘Tawātem’

Disco Tunez continues its 2026 summer season with ‘Live the Summer’

Kasbah, Hamdi Ryder, Sidi Funk, Mogli and Sameur Ha will perform at Flō Gammarth on June 27, Saturday

Paul van Dyk introduces new alias Aurien and launches new imprint Château Bonheur Musique

The debut of Aurien is accompanied by inaugural release ‘Empatia’, produced alongside Jab Vix

Artists can now check whether their tracks appear in AI training datasets

Developed by researcher Alex Reisner and unveiled by The Atlantic, the tool allows artists to explore whether their work appears in datasets linked to AI training

New “ad and algorithm-free” social network Corus challenges algorithm-driven status quo in music discovery

Created by Gabe Jacobs, co-founder of the former music discovery app Cymbal, the platform operates without advertising, recommendation algorithms or AI-generated content

Maher Daniel shares first solo release in four years, ‘Splinter Time’

The two-track EP ‘Splinter Time’ marks Maher Daniel’s first solo release since 2022’s ‘Syncussion’, arriving after a period focused on collaborations, remixes and label activity through his imprint, The Other Side

SOLTO builds on the success of ‘Jamaican (Bam Bam)’ with debut solo single ‘En La Mar’

“I want my music to feel like an escape—something that brings people together through rhythm, energy, and emotion,” says Antoine Duthey, the creative force behind SOLTO

Mixmag and Burn Energy take Shanti Celeste to Morocco for The Burn Energy Tour 2026

The 27 June event at Les Jardins d'Issil brings together Shanti Celeste, Malika, MARO and DJ Open winner JAK for the Morocco stop of the tour

Tresor Foundation opens club management training programme to international applicants

Participation is free of charge, with applications open until 29 June

AMAS and Frithjof-Martin Grabner rework Bach on new collaborative album, ‘SRDNG x LPZG’

The 14-track release places Baroque influences within contemporary minimal, dub techno and ambient structures

Leticia van Riel, longtime co-manager of Sama’ Abdulhadi, dies following traffic accident

Sama’ Abdulhadi: “Rest in peace and power, my love. I am going to miss you a lot. You will always live in my heart, and in the music. Thank you for everything and for always being by my side”

Sueños de Esperanza is turning a community-driven vision into a global platform

Bugra Baktir reflects on trust, legacy and why Barcelona marks a major milestone in the evolution of Sueños de Esperanza

DJs from across the region join the programme at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Azerbaijan

Berkcan Demir, Alex Pizzuti, Tina Tonic, Efekan, Sibel Kacan, Kayir, Kriss and Leonidas are among the electronic acts appearing at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Azerbaijan, held at Elektra Events Hall in Baku from 12-14 June

Juno Download announces closure after 20 years in operation

Since launching in 2006, Juno Download has become a key destination for electronic music listeners searching for new releases

Nour launches Aswatna talent agency for Palestinian artists

Alongside artist representation, Aswatna is developing a discovery platform designed to connect artists with curators, festivals and venues

N/A(Z) turns sound technology and performance into tools for perception

Blending experimental electronic music with philosophical inquiry, N/A(Z) creates works that question fixed narratives and invite audiences into alternative modes of thought

Thousand Fingers releases first single of the year, ‘Arise’

Featuring vocals from Magaziine, the track balances hypnotic rhythmic patterns with evolving melodic textures

ZAINAB samples Hamid El-Shaeri classic ‘Ayonha’ on her latest single

ZAINAB’s new single ‘Her Eyes’ continues the artist’s new chapter following her transition away from ZEEMUFFIN

Lizwi and Tommy Veanud deliver spiritually rooted Afro house single, ‘UNqamlezo’

The pair's new collaboration reflects themes of faith, protection and presence, urging listeners not to lose sight of divine power, grace and love during both difficult and hopeful moments

New scientific study links DJs and electronic music to reduced stress levels

The study found guided electronic music sessions triggered an 18.5 percent HRV increase and rapid recovery rates

Claude is now integrated into Ableton Live and Splice through Anthropic’s new connectors

Claude can now assist producers with repetitive workflow and project management tasks