UK live music industry set to lose 170,000 jobs by Christmas
The UK live music industry is set to lose up to 170,000 jobs by Christmas, with many jobs already gone, accounting for up to two-thirds of those working in the sector. Since the Covid-19 pandemic began early this year, the live music industry has been decimated, with an 80% drop in revenues. The research, conducted by music industry group Live, concludes
We Rave You Reacts: Virtual ADE Conference 2020
As one of the key highlights within the electronic dance music calendar, Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is one of the cornerstones of the entire industry. Usually offering live events alongside a series of seminars and other activities, the conference truly offers something for everyone. As well as attracting fans from all over the world, ADE is also a monumental event
Pendulum cancel string of shows in Australia
Right now, Pendulum are on fire. They're back with new music (the first in ten years) and have just performed a killer livestream set which you can watch here. It all seems to be working out perfectly for the legendary trio, but they've just put out sad but expected news in relation to upcoming shows. Due to perform at Northern Bass this upcoming New Years
Study finds over half of professional musicians earning no money due to Covid-19
In a study conducted by charity, Help Musicians UK, 55% of professional musicians are earning no money as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The study included a whopping 1,300 musicians and the results provide serious warning signs of a looming music industry crisis. 96% of those studied have lost the majority of their income, and 76% of the same group
UK Arts Council grants a further £76 million in funding
The UK government, via Arts Council England, have allocated a further £76 million in grants to companies and organisations across the country, in addition to the £257 million granted last week. As part of an ongoing effort to shore-up the industry during the Covid-19 pandemic, the funding takes the form of grants, not loans, and aims to keep the industry
The Netherlands will not open clubs until COVID-19 vaccine is available
The Netherlands' prime minister, Mark Rutte, has announced that the Netherlands will not reopen nightclubs until there is a vaccine for COVID-19. Nightclubs were expected to reopen with safety measures on September 1st, but it has been indefinitely moved due to coronavirus cases surging. This news came in a press conference on October 13th, paired with new restrictions for the country. The
UK Arts industry to receive £257 million of government funding
1385 UK arts and culture companies are set to receive a £257 million funding package, as part of a wider £1.57 billion funding package from the British Government's Culture Recovery Fund. Originally announced in July, the fund came under criticism for focussing mainly on "high brow" arts organisations and venues such as the National Theatre, however the latest round of
Ibiza with Rapid Testing System to secure next summer
COVID-19 completely annihilated the summer of Ibiza and many other cities and countries. With the closure of tourist corridors and the blacklists that have prevented us from moving freely between countries, the tourism sector has become seriously ill. It is still hard to believe that the summer has happened, and the White Isle has been completely closed to nightlife and free
Camelphat perform at an empty Printworks in solidarity with clubs
Renowned DJ and producer duo Camelphat have returned to the stage once again, but this time to an empty Printworks. The Liverpool-natives took upon the well-known London club to deliver a legendary BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix in solidarity with all the night-life industry that is being affected by COVID-19 restrictions. Through this mix, Camelphat showcase a once packed club where
Berlin impose curfew on all bars across the German capital due to COVID-19
Due to a rise in COVID-19 cases, Berlin has imposed a curfew on all bars and restaurants across the city, the first in 70 years. They must now remain closed between the hours of 11PM and 6AM, with petrol stations also prohibited from selling alcohol between the same time period. The mayor of Berlin, Michael Mueller, made the decision following similar restrictions that
First Covid-19 test-on-entry event to take place in Barcelona
Barcelona will be the first city to put together an event with rapid COVID-19 test-on-entry. Lluís Torrents, the president of the Association of Concert Halls of Catalonia, confirmed that the event will hold a capacity of 1,000 people and will take place later in October at the Apolo. The logistics, as reported by Europa Press, will be that attendees will be given rapid
Carl Cox calls out UK government for lack of care towards the dance music scene
Right now, it's no secret that the UK government is not doing all it can to help protect the dance music scene going on over there. With a lack of funding and overall care, it seems that dance music and DJs are being left in the dust. The likes of Fatboy Slim and Calvin Harris have had some strong words to say about the
Top 10: DJs who smashed 2020 despite Coronavirus
With 2020 completely devoid of major festivals and club nights, the pandemic has hit the electronic music industry harder than most, with live events facing continuous cancellations and postponements throughout the course of the COVID-plagued year. However, in the only way it knows, the dance community has hit back strongly, finding new ways to rave safely from the comfort of
Pubs in England face £1000 fine for playing music above 85 decibels or allowing dancing
With the COVID-19 virus still as active as ever in England, the rules of what UK residents can and can't do in regards to social activities are always changing, and it can be very confusing. When pubs re-opened, it wasn't long until some of them were closing again and now a new law has come into effect which directly affects
Major Lazer announces new album and drive-in tour
Major Lazer have officially announced their fourth album, 'Music Is The Weapon', dropping on October 23rd. The release will be the first full album by the trio since 2015's 'Peace Is The Mission'. Moreover, it is the first album with new member Ape Drums, who joined Diplo and Walshy Fire after Jillionaire left the group in 2019. Undoubtedly, this album will