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The World Eyes Reopening of Nightlife with Mixed Emotions

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It’s been over a year since the world seemed to come to a screeching halt. The global infiltration of the novel coronavirus set off a deadly pandemic society was ill-prepared for. The world went dark, and communities everywhere have endured a year of uncertainty. For those working in the music industry, the shutdowns were devastating. The sudden loss of touring meant artists, promoters, venue staff, and many others lost their main source of income. Given these devastating losses, many in the electronic dance music industry have asked the question: when can nightlife return? As COVID-19 cases are on a downswing, the world eyes reopening of nightlife with mixed emotions within the dance music community.

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Bicep weigh in on plague raves

Bicep: “DJs Playing ‘Plague Raves’ Paints the Whole Industry in a Bad Light”

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Speak to The Independent, Belfast-born duo Bicep made their thoughts clear when it comes to DJs playing plague raves during the current COVID-19 pandemic.

The duo stated that DJs playing the parties that are colloquially referred to as ‘plague raves’ are “absolutely disgusting” and doubled down when it comes to the ramifications their decisions have on the electronic music world, stating that their actions “paints the whole industry in a bad light.”

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Space Yacht Founders Talk Brand Growth & The Importance of the Local Scene

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In the last six years, Space Yacht has grown beyond an event series into a brand. Space Yacht founders Rami Perlman and Henry Lu saw their platform as a way to share their love of house music within their community while also giving rising local talent an opportunity to showcase their art. As COVID-19 forced many music industry members to pivot, Rami and Henry both found themselves with time on their hands, something they had been struggling to have more of prior to the pandemic. Creating opportunity out of adversity, Rami and Henry sunk their teeth into new projects. They talk about how building consistent habits have helped them grow into a brand and their commitment to remaining authentic in every endeavor, especially on social media. The founders also discuss why talent comes first over social following when it comes to music.

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Will The House + Techno Scene Ever Come Out Of This Pandemic?

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Uncertainty permeates the United States, politically and financially. The COVID-19 pandemic is still here. Parties and festivals are still suspended until who knows when. Travel has come to a halt.

But what if, years down the line, we come out of all of this living in a better world?

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Carl Cox Speaks Up: “Partying During a Pandemic is Irresponsible”

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In a recent interview with Mixmag, the mighty Carl Cox opened up about redimensioned life under lockdown while also sending a clear message that partying during a pandemic is irresponsible.

A superstar DJ in his own right, Cox has been missing the DJ booth and connection with partygoers world over. This, he says, doesn’t make it morally right to party when lives are at risk during a pandemic such as the one the world is living through right now.

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Sama Abdulhadi released

Sama Abdulhadi Released on Bail, Awaiting Final Results of Case

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Sama Abdulhadi has been released on bail by Palestinian Authorities following an eight-day detention in a Jericho jail. The 30-year old Palestinian electronic musician and DJ was released on bail by PA court order on the basis of a cash bond of 500 Jordanian Dinar bail and 2000 Jordanian Dinars bail bond and a restriction of travel order outside of Palestine. Read more

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Authorities Shut Down Illegal Parties Over NYE Weekend

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Authorities shut down illegal parties during the New Year’s Eve (NYE) holiday. Despite government warnings against gatherings, people around the world still proceeded to celebrate as if COVID-19 weren’t happening. Cities and small towns alike had residents hosting illegal parties during NYE. Read more

2020 Taught Music Industry

Goodbye 2020: 9 Things 2020 Taught the Music Industry

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2020, the year that was shaping up to be everyone’s year. Not only was it a leap year, giving people 366 days instead of 365, but most of the major holidays fell on “perfect” days. 4th of July and Halloween fell on a Saturday. There was also Valentine’s Day and Christmas taking place on a Friday. 2020, however, had other plans and gave the world a harsh wake-up call. Despite being one of the worst-hit industries from the pandemic, 2020 taught the music industry a lot of important lessons.

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Tara Brooks 6AM Feature

Catching Life as It Comes, Tara Brooks Rides Its Waves

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2020 has been anything but easy. For many, music has been an outlet to cope with the strains of an unprecedented year. While music has been a release for some, the music industry has been one of the hardest-hit economic sectors due to COVID-19. Many artists producing music fans’ favorite tracks have had to find ways to keep going. SoCal native DJ and producer Tara Brooks has tapped into nature to find a renewed approach to life and music.

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Save Our Stages Funding Bill

Congress Passed $15 Billion Save Our Stages COVID Relief Funding for Live Music Venues

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If passed by the House and Senate, the COVID-19 relief legislation will allocate $15 billion in funding to “venues, independent movie theaters, and cultural institutions” in the form of the Save Our Stages act, which is part of the larger bill being proposed.

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