Dance music is now the second most popular genre in the UK
Dance music has become the second most popular genre of music in the UK, as it has seen strong gains over the last three years. The findings were revealed by data released through the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), which represents the UK's recorded music industry. The prominence of dance music in the UK charts has been clear and dominate, with the
Some events cancelled in the UK as a ‘mark of respect’ due to passing of Queen Elizabeth II
In the wake of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, events including Proms at the Royal Albert Hall and BBC Radio 2 Live in Leeds have been called off as a mark of respect. “They are under no obligation to do so and this is entirely at the discretion of individual organisations," stated official guidance. Following the death of the Queen of England, many
Vinyl album sales surpass Playstation games in the UK
Vinyl record sales continue to grow around the world and the success of the format just reached a new peak in the UK. A new study from the Entertainers Retailers Association (ERA) has officially revealed the sales of vinyl records hold the number 2 spot in the UK, recently surpassing Playstation games to take hold of the position. The data falls
New UK survey finds 85% of people find music vital to good mental health
In a recent survey, it was discovered that a staggering 85% of people in UK say that listening to music is essential to maintaining good mental health. The transport app FREE NOW conducted the survey in the UK, to learn more about how important music is in our daily lives and in relation to our mental health. Following the poll, it
IMS Business Report 2022: Dance music on the rise again in German and UK markets
The German and UK Dance shares have accelerated over the past year, as detailed by the IMS Business Report that has just been issued. Since 2015, the UK has seen a gradual decline in the number of dance singles sales and streams, with hip-hop and R&B numbers on the rise instead. However, the recent IMS Business Report for the past year
UK live sector at “brink of collapse” due to new Omicron variant, LIVE survey reveals
With COVID-19 continuing to affect everyday life, a recent survey conducted by LIVE has unveiled the latest impact that the new variant Omicron has had on the live entertainment sector in the UK. As the constant increase in cases on the island, combined with the insufficient financial support from the government, the UK is now in a cross-turn as it
DJ who claimed to be saving lives through an illegal rave in London has been fined £12,000
During the pandemic, a popular solution to events and raves stopping in their tracks for over a year was to throw illegal raves. In the UK and Europe especially, they became extremely popular and there is one DJ in particular who - as stated by Mixmag - claimed to be "saving lives" through the power of the dancefloor and the
The best Halloween raves to attend in the UK this year
With Halloween is just around the corner, we've gathered some of the best Halloween ravers to attend in the UK this year! From Hip Hop and RnB to Tech-house, Techno and Drum 'n' Bass. Terminal V Festival When: Saturday 30th- Sunday 31st October Where: Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh Terminal V was affected by delays this year but surely there’s no better time to put
Only 0.4% of musicians in the UK make enough money from streaming revenues to live off
A new 224-page study titled 'Music Creators' Earnings in the Digital Era' has dived straight into how many artists in the UK actually make a living from streaming revenues, and the results are shocking. According to the study, only 0.4% of artists in the UK actually make enough money from digital streaming services to live off comfortably. Published by the UK
Ibiza and UK welcome the return of History of House art exhibition
After its successful run across London, Newcastle and Ibiza in 2019, the History of House art exhibition is set to return to the UK and Ibiza this November. Compiled by artist Davey Brown, the exhibition features portraits of house music heavyweights such as Carl Cox, Frankie Knuckles and Pete Tong. The artwork is accompanied by poems and stories, also written by Brown. The exhibition
Vaccine Passports to be introduced for UK nightclub scene
Plans to introduce vaccine passports as a requirement for entry to UK nightclubs will go ahead, the UK Government has announced. The scheme is to be introduced as of the 1st October, months after the plans were originally unveiled in July. The slight delay had been intentional, as the government intended to wait until the majority of over 18s in the UK
UN Women UK launch initiative for women’s safety in the music industry
The music industry is celebrating a return to normality after so long, with the majority of clubs and festivals opening their doors and gates once again. With this return, a new initiative by the hands of UN Women UK is aiming to keep women in the music industry safe from sexual harassment/assault. Safe Spaces Now is an initiative which is calling for
UK artists now permitted to tour 19 European Union states short term without visa
After a long negotiation between the UK and the EU (European Union), it has been determined that UK artists will be permitted to tour in 19 EU states short term without having to possess a visa. For up to three months at a time on a tour, artists will be allowed to tour in the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Lift of restrictions in the UK sees thousands return to clubs and festivals
With the return of nightlife in full swing, thousands of club-goers in the United Kingdom have taken full advantage of almost all domestic COVID-19 restrictions being officially lifted on 19th July. Eagerly awaited for the better part of 16 months, England has become the first country in the UK to green light dancing and remove the social distancing requirements that were
UK festivals could be cancelled as so-called “Pingdemic” continues
As thousands are being told to isolate daily by the NHS Test & Trace app in the UK, the so-called "Pingdemic" might be putting UK Festivals at risk of cancellation. As over 600,000 people were told to isolate last week, the real concern falls with festival staff, as if too many are forced to isolate there could become a shortage of staff