Sweden joins list of countries with proposed event cancellation fund
Sweden is the latest country to propose an event cancellation fund that will provide event organisers with a financial safety net during the ongoing pandemic affecting the music industry around the globe. The Swedish Government has proposed a budget of SEK 3 billion (equivalent to €294,906,000 or $352,335,900) to help cover the costs of cancelled events during the second half of the
Amsterdam Dance Event announces brand new livestream series ‘ADE In Conversation’
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is one of the most esteemed and influential club-based festivals and conferences in the world of electronic music. Recently the festival has announced a brand new livestream series titled 'ADE In Conversation' featuring guest appearances from highly regarded people in the industry. Evermore extending the Amsterdam Dance Events Foundations continual support to the music industry in current
Singapore to begin holding shows without social distancing measures
Singapore will begin holding non-distanced shows as soon as April 24, 2021. Singaporeans can rejoice as the return of mass live music is in the very near future. The Singaporean government will begin allowing up to 750 attendees inside a closed space or arena under the condition that they must provide proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. Each
Hong Kong nightclub gets revamped by former Daft Punk creative director
Former Daft Punk creative director Cédric Hervet is responsible for the exquisite transformation of Hong Kong restaurant and nightclub Cassio. Unfortunately for fans and the entire electronic community, legendary French duo Daft Punk have announced their split. However, at the moment, Cédric is focused on fresh starts and the new life his redesign will give to the nightclub, as it marks
69% of night time businesses say Covid-19 passports would be damaging
With nightclubs and other night time businesses closed in the United Kingdom for over a year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, how and when these businesses can open safely has been the forefront of discussion as of late. One of the proposed ideas is a Covid passport containing proof a person has received the vaccine. Locations such as Ibiza have
California looks to fully reopen state by June 15
With different parts of America unveiling plans to fully open again soon, California is the latest to announce their plans to open again. The date is not set in stone yet, but the state is aiming for June 15 to be their opening date for the economy. If it goes ahead, this will be the first time in well over a
Bassnectar sued for alleged sex trafficking, child pornography and sexual abuse
Various sources are reporting that a lawsuit against electronic dance music producer Bassnectar and his management has been filed alleging sexual abuse of minors and human trafficking. According to a press release shared with EDM.com by Laffey, Bucci & Kent, the Philadelphia law firm that filed the suit along with Nashville’s Miller Law Offices, the lawsuit alleges that two plaintiffs were
Sydney clubbing gradually returns to normal
Not long ago, we reported that dancing and singing restrictions had been lifted in Sydney, Australia in clubs. Being one step closer to the normality we all crave and the real party experience, it seems as though things are getting back into full swing at Mytilenian Brotherhood of Sydney & NSW. On April 10, British trance act Binary Finary are set to host a
California allows indoor concerts to take place from April 15
There is some light at the end of tunnel for the Golden State of California, where indoor concerts, theatre performances and other private gatherings are going to happen from April 15. From mid-April, the state will also allow sporting events and conferences to be held again in eligible areas. As of April 2, 18 million people have been vaccinated in the
The governor of Florida states that vaccine passports will be banned
Ron DeSantis, the governor of Florida, has stated that he plans on banning the use of vaccine passports in the state, thus abolishing the need for any requirements that were deemed necessary by others. This announcement occurred on Monday 29 March during a press conference in which the governor in question said the following: “We are not supporting doing any vaccine passports in
New York launches digital COVID-19 pass to help venues reopen
People living in New York can consider themselves lucky as they will be the first Americans to test a new digital pass called the Excelsior Pass, which will show their vaccination status and COVID-19 test results. Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the launch of the pass on March 26, so that large venues like Madison Square Garden and other smaller business such as
90% of festival-goers feel confident to attend live events this year, shows Festicket survey
Following the UK roadmap which has shone a ray of hope onto the country, and with vaccines progressing at a fast rate, the UK is looking towards a summer full of fun. More importantly, it shines hope onto the live music industry, allowing many people to hopefully get their jobs back. It's no doubt been a stressful period for many,
International Music Summit Ibiza announces 2022 return
International Music Summit (IMS), the leading platform for industry, culture and education in electronic music, has postponed IMS Ibiza 2021 and announced the summit will return in 2022 for its 13th edition. The event will reunite thousands of global electronic music industry professionals after a two year hiatus, curating a programme of diverse discussions that are set to help us
Ministry of Sound club announces details of London reopening parties
The legendary Ministry of Sound club in London has announced details of a full six weeks of reopening parties for ravers in England's capital. Situated in Elephant & Castle, Ministry of Sound has become widely regarded as THE place for electronic music in the United Kingdom, developing an iconic reputation since first opening their doors more than 20 years ago.
Staying connected during the pandemic
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, people from all walks of life have struggled with the isolation caused by social distancing. The virus has changed the way we all live our lives on a day to day basis, forcing us to limit ourselves to the bare minimum of human contact and social interaction. This has impacted all sectors in a variety of