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Rave & Hip-Hop: How Brooklyn DJ Justin Schumacher Found Techno

Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY by way of The Bronx, Justin Schumacher is a product of 90s hip-hop and rave culture. After over a decade of hard work and dedication, he has emerged as one of NYC’s most promising talents. His production work continues to gain notoriety in the global techno community with releases and remixes on labels such as Unknown Territory, Ohn-Cet, Italo Business, Dystopian Rhythm, Illegal Alien, and many many more.

Justin Schumacher’s production work remains thought-provoking and intelligent, employing complex fills and slick programming with exceptional sonic construction while still remaining floor-focused and energetic. He applies this same passion and attention to detail in his DJ sets which can span many different moods and grooves depending on the dancefloor he is working on. His love for the music clearly shows when he performs, creating an instant connection with the crowd on the most primal and perennial level.

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FNGRS CRSSD Announces NGHT.MVS in the Park 2022

FNGRS CRSSD has announced the lineup for this year’s edition of NGHT.MVS, returning to downtown San Diego on September 2nd. Taking place at the iconic urban oasis of Gallagher Square, located adjacent to Petco Park, NGHT.MVS will showcase some of house and techno’s biggest names. As usual, Gallagher Square remains one of Southern California‘s most idyllic venues, offering electronic music fans unobstructed views of Downtown San Diego and grassy, spacious lawns in the heart of the city.

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GA and VIP ticket sales will begin on Friday, July 8th at 11am PT.

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RADI MIRA I LUBVI Releases 10 track Compilation

RADI MIRA I LUBVI is an organic house and downtempo label that recently put out a ten-track compilation titled Summer Compilation. It’s a well-crafted release featuring exquisite tracks by a selection of emerging talent and we are told that some of the DJs supporting the music include the likes of Bebetta, Nick Warren, Gorje Hewek, and Be Svendsen.

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Splash House Announces Artist Lineups for August 2022 Weekends

The iconic summer festival series Splash House has announced the artist lineups for the second and third editions of its newly expanded triple weekend season in 2022. Celebrating its ninth year and fresh off of a successful first June edition since 2019, Splash House continues to cement itself as a perennial favorite in the summer festival calendar by fusing forward-thinking electronic music, poolside partying, and resort amenities with the desert landscapes of Palm Springs.

All currently available pass types and hotel package options can be viewed at splashhouse.com. GA passes for the August edition start at $189. The remaining GA passes go on sale Thursday, June 30 at 12PM PST.

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The 10 Best Classic House Music Songs

Thanks to folks in Chi-City and globally renowned DJs like Honey Dijon and Black Coffee, we’ve all come to know and love the vibrant and innovative genre of house music. For better or worse, house music has also invaded the mainstream. That began awhile ago. During the early nineties, pop stars such as Madonna and Janet Jackson were integrating house music elements into their sound. Nowadays Drake is even releasing house music. His new album just broke Apple Music’s first-day streaming record. While it’s an exciting time for the genre, it’s also important to remember perspective. We wouldn’t have house music if not for its roots. Here is our non-exhaustive list of the 10 best classic house music songs from the genre’s founding artists. 

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Printworks & Drumsheds Behind New London Club

The team behind Printworks, Depot Mayfield, and Tobacco Docks — Broadwick Live & LWE have joined forces for a new space: The Beams, a new clubbing experience that will open doors in October.

Situated in a warehouse that was once part of the Tate & Lyle factory complex, The Beams will span across 55,000 sq feet of space, both indoors and outdoors. The club will be located in East London, close to London City Airport, providing an industrial space for revelers to enjoy music.

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TyCo London’s Pull Towards House and Techno

TyCo London‘s passion for house music and techno began very early on when he discovered his love of music in the London clubbing and raving seen in the late 80’s early 90’s where he dedicated his time as a DJ and clubber. He would spend hours in record shops in Soho, sifting through vinyls, listening to hundreds of records, and discovering artists which led him to have such a large collection of music. Playing professionally for the last 30 years and producing as a hobby for the last 10 years he is now focused and committed to producing the music he loves. Read more

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Beyoncé’s ‘BREAK MY SOUL’ Is an Ode to House Legend Robin S.

BeyoncĂ© has just dropped her latest track sampling house music legend Robin S.’s 1990-released track “Show Me Love”. In a pop-meets-UK Funky crossover, “BREAK MY SOUL” is Beyoncé’s latest delve into dance music, also including a sample from Big Freedia’s 2014-released ‘Explode’.

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CRSSD Festival Announces 2022 Fall Edition Lineup

CRSSD Festival has announced the initial artist lineup for its Fall 2022 edition taking place on September 24 and 25. Located at the scenic Waterfront Park in downtown San Diego, the two-day city-center festival will showcase the best and brightest in electronic music with a focus on house, techno, and eclectic live acts. CRSSD will also host After Dark programming across the city in San Diego venues with more names to be announced.

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Did Rapper Drake Just Release A House Music Album?

Canadian rapper, singer and actor Drake, surprised released his newest album Honestly, Nevermind at midnight on June 17th 2022. Fan of the star or not, one can’t help but notice a good chunk of the tracks either are, or have a deep house/house music influence.

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