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  • Avicii Birthday Tribute to air on SiriusXM

    Avicii Birthday Tribute to air on SiriusXM

    EDM producer Avicii would have been twenty-nine on Sept. 8, 2020.  To honor the late producer and DJ, SiriusXM will be paying tribute to the Swedish artist by airing a week-long broadcast to raise mental health awareness, host a series of commentators, and showcase rare footage of his music.  The broadcast will air live each day until Sept. 23 at 12 pm ET.  To tune into BPM Presents: Avicii Birthday Tribute for Mental Health Awareness Week, please visit the following link at SiriusXM.

    The programming will include an unreleased Avicii set from Japan in 2016 in addition to interviews from last year’s tribute concert in Stockholm.  There will also be contributions from the likes of Armin van Buuren, Bonn, David Guetta, Joe Janiak, Laidback Luke, Martin Garrix, Nile Rodgers, Rita Ora, Zak Abel, and more.

    “Anki and I want to thank Geronimo and SiriusXM for their continued support of Tim’s music and for taking this time to put a spotlight on the global issue of mental health.  We want to encourage Tim’s fans and all young people to know that they are not alone. It’s important to talk to someone, a friend or family member, or a workmate. There is help for any emotional struggle they or their friends may have.”

    – Klas Bergling (Avicii’s Father), Founder of The Tim Bergling Foundation

    The tribute coincides with Suicide Prevention Week and The Tim Bergling Foundation.  The Tim Bergling Foundation advocates for the recognition of suicide as a global health emergency and supports science-based organizations engaged in preventative action against mental illness.

    Tim Bergling, better known by his stage name Avicii, was an internationally recognized DJ and producer who is most commonly remembered for the hit track, “Levels.”  In May, “Levels” was considered to be “The Biggest Track in Tomorrowland history” while his recent album, “TIM” won Best Album at the International Dance Music Awards.  The artist was found dead on April 20, 2018, from an apparent suicide and the dance music industry has been mourning the loss ever since.

    This news was originally covered by DJMag.

  • Watch Burning Man 2020 Multiverse Free Tonight

    Watch Burning Man 2020 Multiverse Free Tonight

    On Sept. 5, Burning Man 2020 announced that fans from around the world would be able to watch the man burn, free of charge for tonight only by downloading the Apple App here or the Android App here. 

    With over 70 stages broadcasting live, real-time workshops, and the 200 honorarium of art, Black Rock City will be simulated for an interactive, immersive reality like none other.

    Burning Man 2020 – Multiverse Schedule

    A virtual world of epic proportions has been built for Burning Man 2020 Multiverse which will be filled with eclectic sound camps, art installations, and kinetic energy that burners have come to expect.  The Multiverse is set to run in tandem with what would have been in person during its set dates this year.

    Thanks to the pioneering California company, Clipo Labs, CEO Faryar Ghazanfari said that he created the Multiverse when he learned that Burning Man was canceled.

    “We simulated a full-scale, virtual interactive Black Rock City including the deep Playa. Theme camps are designing their virtual communities and sound stages and will broadcast live events workshops and music. Artists are translating their incredible art into a 3D form that to be experienced in the playa. Burners will appear as 3D avatars communicating via live voice, in one unified experience, whether on a mobile phone or VR headset. Although we lose the ability to touch the playa dust, we gain the ability to reach out to the corners of our planet, inviting everyone to learn what is meant by Radical Inclusion and about our culture and values.”

    – Clipo Labs

    This will certainly become a history making experience and a way to bring the world together like never before.  The man will burn tonight and is scheduled to run into Sept. 6.  For additional information, please visit the official webpage at DustyMultiVerse here.

  • Brighton Music Conference 2020 goes digital with Beatport

    Brighton Music Conference 2020 goes digital with Beatport

    On Sept. 3, Brighton Music Conference 2020 announced that it would be partnering with Beatport to provide a new virtual pass that would open its doors to live and on-demand programming on Oct. 1 and Oct. 2 of this year.

    Scheduled to take place at the prestigious British Airways i360 venue on Brighton’s beachfront for its seventh edition, the digital event will consist of panel discussions, Q&As, workshops, tutorials, and DJ sets in three theaters.

    Marking the first virtual music conference of 2020, all artists and speakers confirmed for the event will include, (listed alphabetically):  Albie Saliba, Alon Shulman, Anna Russell, Aryana Neo, Archie Hamilton, Ben Rush, Carl Cox (via video link), Carl Loben, Carly Wilford, Charlotte Ambrose, Charlotte Spillerova, Chris Goss, Christopher Davies-Smith, Claire Rose, Clara Suess, Damion Pell, Darius Syrossian, Dean Marsh, DJ Kitty, DJ Paulette, DJ Rae, DJ Rap, Ellie Talebian, Faithless, Fleur Shore, Freddy Masters, Georgia Roberts, Gordon Mac, Grahame Farmer, Greg Marshall, Habs Akram, Harold Heath, Harriet Jaxxon, Heiko Hoffmann, Irvine Welsh, Jack Collins, Jaguar, Jake Shillingford, Jasmine Kent-Smith, Jay Forster, Jay Hill, Jeff Gray, John Gold, Josh Butler, Joshua, Judy Griffith, Jules O’Riordan AKA Judge Jules, Jumpin Jack Frost, Just Her, Krafty Kuts, Lee Morrison, Leftwing:Kody, Lutz Leichsenring, Mark Knight, Mark Radford, Markus Saarländer, Martha Cleary, Matt King, Michael Kill, Mike Seddon, Mitch Davis, Neil Evans, Nick Lawrence, Nicole Moudaber, Nikki McNeill, Niks Delanacy, Nolan, Nomine aka Outrage, Norman Cook aka Fatboy Slim, Nurve, Orbital, Patrick Cloherty, Paul Ridney, Pete Jordan, Prok & Fitch, Phutek, Raj Ramanandi, Reju Sharma, Rich NxT, Robbie Murch, Robert Luis, Rowetta, Sacha Lord, Sacha Wall, Sam Taylor, Samantha Warren, Sara Al Hamad, Seb Zito, Serge Santiago, Shino Parker, Silvia Montello, Simon Birkumshaw, Simon Hills, Ski Oakenfull, Sophie Bloggs, Stanton Warriors, Steph, Steve Mac, Steve Nickolls, Steven Braines, SUAT, Suddi Raval, Susan Gloy-Kruse, Tammy Tinawi, Tracey Fox, Tristan Hunt, Yousef, Wax Worx, Waze & Odyssey.

    “After some serious graft to turn the program around for the conference to go ahead on October 1st & 2nd, we will today be announcing BMC going digital for the first time ever and we are really excited about the possibilities of reaching people around the world with a virtual pass to access the conference online in realtime & on-demand.’’

    – BMC Team

    The award-winning Brighton Music Conference (BMC) is the UK’s foremost electronic music conference and networking event, focusing on innovation, education, and the key issues facing the electronic dance music sector.  BMC also supports the charities Help Musicians UK and Last Night A DJ Saved My Life.

  • Claude VonStroke launches Dirtybird Live TV

    Claude VonStroke launches Dirtybird Live TV

    On Aug. 22, Claude VonStroke announced the launch of Dirtybird Live TV, which is scheduled to run 7 days a week with the programming of 10 new shows per week on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitch.

    Dirtybird Live TV is scheduled to feature a range of content including talk shows, DJ sets, skits, and even interviews. Just some of the shows included in the weekly lineup will include Claude VonStroke’s Stroke Stream, Justin Jay’s Fantastic Voyage Mystery Box, the Dirtybird Showcase, and Worthy Wednesdays.

    Claude VonStroke Dirtybird Live TV Schedule

    “I wasn’t having that much fun during the pandemic but as soon as I started working on this project with our team something changed. I finally see the opportunity to go wild online and now I’m dedicated to bringing the most insane, fun, and immersive experience for our fans. If we can’t have Dirtybird Campout we can still try to bring that amazing vibe to our people online.”

    Claude VonStroke

    Dirtybird will be accepting fan-submitted ideas for future programming.  To submit an idea or view Dirtybird Live TV, fans can do so at the following link.

  • Life Stream by Exit Festival announces its lineup

    Life Stream by Exit Festival announces its lineup

    On Aug. 21, Exit Festival announced its lineup for Life Stream event, which is scheduled to take place from Sept. 3 – 6, at the famous mts Dance Arena. 

    Performances will include (listed alphabetically): Ben Klock, Carl Cox, Charlotte De Witte, Marcel Dettman, Nina Kraviz, Ofenbach, Paul van Dyk, Burak Yeter, Coeus, DJ Tennis, Ece Ekren, Ilija Djokovic,  Kristian Monar b2b After Affair, Lag, Marko Nastic, Mahmut Orhan, Satori Live, Space Motion, and more to come.

    Exit Festival Life Stream lineup

    Exit will be working in collaboration with The United Nations World Food Organization.  The event will be able to be watched by millions in an online broadcast via their official website at the following link and Facebook page.

  • Florian Picasso performs Livestream to honor his great-grandfather

    Florian Picasso performs Livestream to honor his great-grandfather

    On Aug. 11, Florian Picasso performed a Livestream event to honor his late great-grandfather, Pablo Picasso, at the Villa Californie in Cannes.  Fans can still experience the event by visiting Florian’s Facebook page at the following link.

    The performance, which featured stunning visuals, architectural projections, and a light show, exceeded all expectations as millions watched the performance broadcast live.  The Villa Californie is where Pablo Picasso created a number of his artistic masterpieces and is also where Florian Picasso produces much of his music.

    The performance saw the premiere of a number of new tracks.  In response to the event, Picasso stated,

    “I’m very happy we were able to do something this special here in Cannes. Turning the entire house into a moving piece of art felt like the right way to pay tribute to what this place represents and the history it has. My team and I put a lot of work into this show and the response has been absolutely amazing so far, I can’t wait to let you all know what’s coming next!“

    – Florian Picasso

    The Livestream was a 4-month-in-the-making undertaking and took a team of over twenty-five people and fifteen tonnes of gear to pull-off.

    Florian Picasso is the great-grandson of the artist Pablo Picasso who adopted him from Vietnam after he was born.  He has become a powerhouse in the dance music community and has recently released a number of tracks including:  “Like You Do” ft Gashi & Ally Brooke, “Restart Your Heart” with GRX, and “Armageddon” with Timmy Trumpet.

  • Beatport Reconnect announces ‘Together For Beirut’

    Beatport Reconnect announces ‘Together For Beirut’

    On Aug. 13, Beatport Reconnect announced a fundraising partnership between Nicole Moudaber, WILD Tulum, and Factory People to present a 2-part DJ marathon titled, ‘Together For Beirut’ on Saturday, Aug. 22 and Saturday, Sept. 23, 2020.

    The 2-day event will feature 24 DJs within a 24-hour timeframe.  Featuring performances by (listed alphabetically): Anane, Anna, Behrouz, Carl Cox, Chris Liebing, Damian Lazarus, Dubfire, John Digweed, Juliet Fox, Kaz James, Louie Vega, Luigi Madonna, Nic Fanciulli, Nicole Moudaber, Paco Osuna, Pan-Pot, Sama’ Abdulhadi, Victor Calderone, Victor Ruiz, Wehbba, Yousef and many more still yet to be announced.

    Beatport Reconnect announces Together For Beirut
    Beatport Reconnect announces ‘Together For Beirut’

    With COVID-19 wreaking havoc across the world, Lebanon was faced with another disaster as an explosion devastated Beirut last week and affected hundreds of thousands of people.  ‘Together For Beirut’ will be a fundraising online event, which will help those in need during these difficult times.

    Presented by Beatport, who has been at forefront of live streaming since the pandemic hit, the music platform will aim to raise over $250,000 in disaster relief funds for those in dire need.

    “These fundraising events will provide much-needed relief and support to the people of Beirut and the many affected by the recent tragedy. Officials estimate the explosion caused up to $15 billion (£11.5bn) of damage. International financial aid and support have been overwhelming, but it’s not enough. We must support in any way we can to help, and in addition, our efforts will also be helping the music and arts industry of Lebanon which has been wiped out.”

    – Nicole Moudaber

    To be a part of the monumental live stream, tune into Beatport’s Twitch Channel at the following link on Aug. 22 from 6 pm BST. and on Sept. 13 from 4 pm BST.  All donations will go to Impact Lebanon to support local essential NGOs such as the Lebanese Red Cross,  Arcenciel, and music and arts-related charities in Beirut.

  • Groove Cruise announces details for ‘Virtual Sail Aways’ Live

    Groove Cruise announces details for ‘Virtual Sail Aways’ Live

    On Aug. 13, Groove Cruise announced details for an end-of-summer, Livestream event, ‘Virtual Sail Aways Live,’ which is scheduled to take place from Aug. 21-23, 2020 on their Twitch channel.

    The live stream, which is scheduled to feature performances by over 30 electronic music and live performance artists will feature headlining performances by Markus Schulz, Morgan Page, Nifra, Emma Hewitt, and many more.  For a complete lineup, please see the below flyer.

    Groove Cruise – Virtual Sail Aways Live – Aug. 21-23, 2020

    The event will also include a Night Swim After Hours event, which is reputed to stream for over 24 hours with live music.  Also featured amidst the stream will be Whet Travel’s interactive WhetZoom video chat room for viewers to watch, dance, and donate together, simulating an in-person Groove Cruise sailing.

    Whet Travel, the pioneers behind the first floating music festival, revealed that there will also be donation incentives including free Groove Cruise merchandise, Artist Activities, and backstage experiences aboard their upcoming Miami sailing on Jan 7-11, 2021.

    All proceeds will go to Whet Travel’s 501c3 nonprofit that focuses on giving back to those facing hardships and creates exciting experiences for underprivileged children in South Florida, the Caribbean, and Mexico.   Groove Cruise’s previous virtual extravaganza saw over 100,000 viewers across all platforms. 

    The Groove Cruise Twitch will be the main hub and where donations will be collected. It will also go live on Groove Cruise Facebook, Youtube, Zoom, and Instagram pages, and we will also go live on artist, media, and partner pages, such as EVR Worldwide, to generate more exposure and donations. Each day is expected to feature over 11 hours of live entertainment and music.

  • Disclosure announce live stream ahead of album release

    Disclosure announce live stream ahead of album release

    On Aug. 13, Grammy-nominated UK duo, Disclosure announced a live stream event in partnership with Amazon Music, which is scheduled to take place on Aug. 17 from The Plitvice Lakes in Croatia at 1 pm ET (10 am PT.)  The virtual event will take place just two weeks before their album, Energy, will be released on all platforms on Aug. 28 via Capitol Records. Pre-order Energy here.

    The duo has already released three tracks, which are set to debut on their forthcoming album including, “ENERGY,” “My High” featuring Aminé and slowthai, and the uplifting “Douha (Mali Mali)” featuring Fatoumata Diawara.  All songs showcase the duo’s versatility in style and production ability.

    Produced and broadcast by Cercle, a French media company, in partnership Amazon Music, the live stream will see the brothers performing a DJ set in the unique and magnificent setting of The Plitvice Lakes.  The performance will be aired via Cercle’s Facebook page and will be followed by a live Q & A after the set. Fans can expect some exclusive firsts from never-before-heard music.

    Disclosure consists of 5-time Grammy-nominated brothers Guy & Howard Lawrence. This year will mark the 10-year anniversary since they released their debut single “Offline Dexterity.”  Within a decade, they have released two number 1 albums (Settle in 2013 & Caracal in 2015) and clocked up 5.1 billion streams and 4.8 million album sales.  For additional information on the duo, please visit their official social channels.

    Track Listing – ENERGY:

    1.     Watch Your Step (Kelis)

    2.     Lavender (Channel Tres)

    3.     My High (Aminé & slowthai)

    4.     Who Knew? (Mick Jenkins)

    5.     (Douha) Mali Mali (Fatoumata Diawara)

    6.     Fractal (Interlude)

    7.     Ce n’est pas (Blick Bassy)

    8.     ENERGY (Eric Thomas)

    9.     Thinking ‘Bout You (Interlude)

    10. Birthday (Kehlani & Syd)

    11. Reverie (Common)

  • Florian Picasso announces livestream to honor his grandfather

    Florian Picasso announces livestream to honor his grandfather

    On Aug. 7, Florian Picasso announced that he would be paying tribute to his grandfather, Pablo Picasso, in an exclusive livestream performance from the Picasso Villa Californie in Cannes on Aug. 11 at 9:30 CEST.  Fans can tune-in on Facebook to watch the livestream here.

    Previously inhabited by the great Pablo Picasso himself, the magnificent villa is where some of the artist’s great masterpieces were created including “The Bay of Cannes” in 1958.  The villa has become an ‘unparalleled place of inspiration’ to Forian Picasso who based his recording studio in the same place his grandfather used to work on his art.  

    To honor his artistic heritage, Florian Picasso decided to broadcast a special livestream event during the sunset along the French Riviera. The set will close with an exclusive 10 minute soundtrack exclusively produced for the performance.  With villa as its backdrop, spectators will take-in breathtaking architectural projections, lighting, and pyrotechnic displays.  The set will premiere new records from Florian and will end with a very special announcement that will pay tribute the historical heritage of his family.

    Florian Picasso is an electronic music producer and DJ who is the grandson of the great artist, Pablo Picasso.  Adopted by the Picasso family after being born in Vietnam, he has collaborated with the likes of Martin Garrix, Nicky Romero, and more.

  • Outside Lands announces virtual event, Inside Lands

    Outside Lands announces virtual event, Inside Lands

    On Aug. 7, Outside Lands, the annual California festival, announced that it would be hosting a free virtual event titled, Inside Lands, which is scheduled to take place on Aug. 28-29, 2020 at 4 pm PT exclusively on Twitch.

    Inside Lands will be featuring two days of never-before-seen footage to celebrate the twelve years of the event which takes place within the Bay Area each year.   Fans can tun-in as the event will include a number of its  iconic archival sets, exclusive live performances, interviews with artists plus features with festival curators and small businesses. 

    “As we arrive at the festival weekend that should have been, we are missing the magic of artists and fans together in the park now more than ever. In the spirit of our annual shared experience, Outside Lands is proud to present Inside Lands, a free virtual festival streaming exclusively on Twitch.”

    – Outside Lands

    Tickets for Outside Lands 2021 are currently on sale now.  The festival is anticipating to return to Golden Gate Park in San Francisco from Aug. 6-8, 2021.   Next year’s event is scheduled to feature performances by Tame Impala, Lizzo, The Strokes, Tyler, The Creator, Vampire Weekend, J Balvin, Kehlani and many more.  3-Day GA, VIP, and Golden Gate Club passes can be purchased at the following link.

  • Pete Tong reschedules his Ibiza Classics Tour

    Pete Tong reschedules his Ibiza Classics Tour

    On Aug. 5, Pete Tong announced that his Ibiza Classics Tour, which was scheduled to take place in Dec. 2020 would be rescheduled to Nov. and Dec. of 2021.

    The tour, which was set to feature performances by Pete Tong, Jules Buckley, and the Heritage Orchestra, released a statement saying that safety was heir top priority.  

    They are currently in the studio making new music for fans.  For those that are needing their “Ibiza Classics” fix, they can watch the  2015 Ibiza Prom from the Royal Albert Hall on iPlayer or check-out a special unplugged session for Radio 1’s Dance Weekend on Instagram here.

    2020 tickets will be honored at the 2021 dates. There will be an added date in Nottingham for the 2021 rescheduling.   For those who don’t have tickets, they can be purchased at the following link.

    Ibiza Classics Tour:

    Friday, Nov. 26, 2021: Nottingham Motorpoint Arena

    Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021: Manchester Arena

    Wednesday Dec. 1, 2021: Brighton Centre

    Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021:  Birmingham Utilita Arena

    Friday, Dec. 3, 2021: London The Oz

    Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021: London The Oz

  • Yellow Claw will perform their only live summer show at ‘Arena Now’

    Yellow Claw will perform their only live summer show at ‘Arena Now’

    On July 23, Yellow Claw announced that they will be performing their only show of the summer at the German venue “Arena Now” on July 25 in front of a crowd of 2,000.

    Known for such hits as “In My Room,” “DJ Turn It Up,” and “Till It Hurts,” the electronic music duo comprised of Jim Aasgier and Nils Rondhuis had to cancel all performances this summer due to Corona virus restrictions.

    “We can do what we love again this Saturday so we couldn’t be more excited to start partying again with our people around the world. Let’s go!”

    – Yellow Claw

    The organizations behind Boothhaus and Lanxess Arena have joined forces to host the weekly venue “Arena Now.” It is the only concert venue in Germany using sophisticated measures to accommodate COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines.  In previous weeks the venue has sold-out performances within minutes and included performances from artists: Felix Joehn, Don Diablo, and W&W.

    New names are added to the “Arena Now” line-up every week. The following DJ’s are confirmed for the coming weeks: Sefa (July 24), Brennan Heart (August 1) and Jan Blomqvist (August 30), with more names to follow.

  • Groove Cruise announces Virtual Sail Aways Live

    Groove Cruise announces Virtual Sail Aways Live

    On July 10, Groove Cruise announced a benefit live stream event titled, Virtual Sail Aways Live which is scheduled to be held on July 17-19 at 5:00 pm ET each day on The Groove Cruise twitch channel.  All proceeds will benefit the Whet Foundation’s COVID-19 Relief Fund.

    Marking their fifth charity-focused live stream event, Virtual Sail Aways Live will host 30+ DJs and artists with headlining talent from Christina Novelli, Nurko, Halogen, Mesto, Futuristic Polar Bears and more. Artists will be performing from locations around the world such as the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Italy, Canada, New Jersey, and Miami plus there will be live visuals added to simulate a real in-person show.  

    Groove Cruise Virtual Sail Always Live
    Groove Cruise Virtual Sail Aways

    Adding to the event will also be an after hours called Night Swim where viewers can stay up all night together to watch DJs perform 10+ hour sets.  Further, #GCFAM WhetZoom parties will be hosted and can fill up to 500 people.

    The Whet Foundation COVID-19 Relief Fund has eased the financial burdens of artists, health workers, former employees and partner companies that have laid off employees.  The Groove Cruise website is where anyone facing hardships from COVID-19 (including viewers) can still apply for a relief grant or donate to this cause.

    Whet Travel is the leader in independent music cruise experience Groove Cruise, which takes place twice a year departing from Miami and California.  Their relief charity events have been taking place since April with their last event raising nearly $40,000 and welcoming nearly 100,000 live viewers.

  • NOISE FOR NOW X Seeding Sovereignty announce mask campaign

    NOISE FOR NOW X Seeding Sovereignty announce mask campaign

    On July 9, NOISE FOR NOW in partnership with Seeding Sovereignty announce a mask campaign in support of the severe impacts to the Indigenous communities amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. 

    Spreading awareness for this campaign will be artists: Arthur Moon, A-Trak, Broken Baby, Cat Power, Christian Lee Hutson, David Pajo, Deerhoof, Dirty Projectors, Doe Paoro, Fiona Apple, Fleet Foxes, GABBY’S WORLD, Gemma, Grizzly Bear, Half Waif, Harrison Whitford, Holly Miranda, Kim Gordon, Lucy Dacus, Mark Ruffalo, Milk Carton Kids, mmeadows, morgxn, Mynabirds, Noel Wells, Palehound, Real Estate, TV On The Radio, with additional artists participating daily.

    For every mask or bandana sold through the campaign, one mask will be donated to the Indigenous Impact Community Care Initiative.  Further, cash donations will be made to Seeding Sovereignty’s aid work serving Indigenous and undocumented people including Tewa Women United and Mariposa Fund. To show support, please buy or mask or bandana here.

    “The number of reasons to support Indigenous efforts is the same as the number of souls who inhabit the world. White gluttony tried to kill off the very people who understood the language of the land. We chose to be owners instead of guardians, and we became a cancer. If we want to survive, we must support Indigenous efforts.”

    – Fiona Apple

    The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the disproportionate inequality that exists in the United States among people with low incomes, people of color, and those living in remote and extremely rural communities.

    NOISE FOR NOW is a national initiative that enables performers to connect and financially support grassroots organizations that are dedicated to empowering women and protecting women’s health and abortion rights.