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
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
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
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,
Belgian court says Covid-19 lockdowns must end
On March 31, a judge in a Brussels, Belgium, court has ruled that all Covid-19 restrictions must end within 30 days. This could be incredibly good news for Tomorrowland, who had recently moved their festival dates to the end of August and start of September due to the current pandemic situation.The judge's basis for undoing all restrictions is that the court
Barcelona runs 5,000 capacity COVID-19 trial show successfully
Barcelona has celebrated a successful non-socially distanced COVID-19 show in front of 5,000 people. After the announcement on early March, and tickets selling out fast within just three days, the event finally took place with great success. The organisers already call this concert an 'historic event'. With this trial concerts, the local organisers Festivals per la Cultura Segura (Festivals for Safe
Sydney sees the lift of dancing and singing restrictions on nightclubs and pubs
In Sydney, Australia, a bright light of hope is shining as the city starts to see its return to normality in the form of pubs and nightclubs. From March 29, partygoers can sing and dance in pubs and nightclubs again. Across NSW (New South Wales), dancing and singing restrictions will be lifted to bring back the lively atmosphere that we all
87% of musicians say their mental health impaired during Covid-19 lockdowns, study finds
According to a new survey conducted by an independent charity, Help Musicians, 87% of surveyed artists and musicians have said that their mental health deteriorated due to COVID-19-related lockdowns. They interviewed about 700 musicians in the beginning of this year to find out how the coronavirus pandemic has affected them. The survey stated that there was a 65% increase in requests for mental health
Danish government announces a €67.2m safety net for major events
The Danish government has unveiled a financial safety net of €67.2m for the organisers of major events, including music festivals, super league matches and markets. With summer and the typical big event season approaching but pandemic numbers still very much fluctuating, it is crucial to provide some reassurance to organisers. This Danish event cancellation fund is one of the latest to
Portuguese Prime Minister confirms large outdoor events from May 3
The Portuguese Government has announced yesterday the measures to ease lockdown in the country. The plan presented will take place between March 15 and May 3. In a process planned to be very gradual, large outdoor events with reduced capacity are expected to take place from May. These measures will be subject to biweekly assessments based on the evolution of
Is the UK headed for a “Third Summer Of Love”?
The news surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic has been one of hope recently, at least in the UK where cases, hospitalisations, and deaths are falling off a cliff. This is partly because the UK is still in a nationwide lockdown, however with nearly half of all adults now vaccinated, with the majority of those most vulnerable jabbed first, it's clear that
Study reveals that 70% of DJs had to retrain during the pandemic
There is no doubt that the pandemic has changed everyone's lives, including DJs and music producers. A study now reveals that 70% of DJs had to retrain during this time. What will be left of the electronic music industry after a year on hold? To find this out, Pirate surveyed 20,000 artists and the results are shocking. Pirate is the current