We sat down with emerging transnational talent Daada to chat about her most recent release, ‘Moonlight’, music, and more. Daada’s music bridges continents and cultures. The German-Colombian-born, Tanzanian-raised artist makes multilingual pop music that blurs the borders between Pop, Afropop and Latin, weaving stories in English, Spanish, Swahili and German. The word ‘daada’ is derived from Swahili for ‘sister’; paying homage to the multicultural universe that holds Daada’s music and to sister- and womanhood: cornerstones of her message. Daada recently went viral on TikTok and Instagram in Ken ..read more

We sat down with Mirik Milan, the founder of VibeLab and cofounder of NightSchool. VibeLab is an organisation committed to research, consulting, and advocacy aimed at bolstering and safeguarding night-time culture. With a decade-long track record, VibeLab collaborates with local authorities and institutions to adeptly engage and champion the dynamic influences of nightlife. Through data-driven sustainable strategies, VibeLab spearheads transformative initiatives to enhance cities’ nighttime vitality. NightSchool is an EU-wide training programme designed to support night culture producers early ..read more

Elaine Walker is an extraordinary figure in electronic music, renowned for her retro-futuristic sound and pioneering work in microtonal music. A multi-talented individual, she’s a physicist, philosopher, inventor, martial artist, and NASA researcher. Her band ZIA promoted space exploration and showcased the beauty of microtonal music. Now, with the release of her album No Terrestrial Road, Elaine delves into themes of space, humanity, and extraterrestrial life. Drawing from her mathematical musings, the album explores imaginary spaces and the speculative future of humanity. Musically, it break ..read more

We sat down with Jesse Kendal, a versatile musician and producer who dropped his latest single ‘Little Bloom/ Northern Light’ on March 20th via [BIOS]. Praised by CLASH Magazine and BBC Radio 6, the track blends electronic and acoustic elements, evoking comparisons to artists like Tourist, Bonobo, and Tycho. Previously known as Kendal since 2017, his work has amassed over 16 million streams across different platforms. From his home studio in Melbourne, Australia, Kendal aspires to create an emotional resonance within his music that fosters a sense of connection and healing. Influenced by the l ..read more

With foundations in house and techno, Polish duo Catz & Dogz have been creating spaces and sounds of magic for the past two decades, mixing bright disco and deep house elements, sexy vocals and bold, spoken phrases. This stylish aesthetic has landed them in lineups in the best spots worldwide, from Miami to Ibiza to Berlin. They’ve caught the ears of top artists in the industry, remixing and working with names like Shakira, Rufus Du Sol, and Roisin Murphy. The two gifted men behind the name Catz ‘n Dogz, Grzegorz and Wojciech (AKA Greg and Voitek), both have an insatiable appetite for new ..read more

We sat down with Bali-based Russian producer and DJ Chertkovski has unveiled his latest track, ‘Miracle’, on March 15th, 2024 via Reverse Universe. En route to becoming one of Russia’s most unique electronic music exports, Chertkovski is constantly in the spotlight and has been touring the world for years, with his music racking up over 2 million listens across platforms. He has received strong support from artists (Nora En Pure, NTO, and Vintage Culture, among others) and popular publications and radio stations such as DJ Mag, Mixmag, and Tomorrowland One World Radio amongst others. He has pe ..read more

Sydney-based artist ANT ENOCH has released his second single and accompanying video, ‘Tunnel Road’, featuring fellow aussie artist Moreton, on March 15, 2024. Lifted from his upcoming debut EP Big Talk Big Party (out 17 May) via Berlin label Embassy of Music, the track has already received praise from Atwood Magazine, Rolling Stone Australia, Clash Magazine UK, and Abbie McCarthy of BBC Introducing. ENOCH has spent the past 10 years singing on stage and touring internationally with his band Caravãna Sun, His solo project emerged from playful studio sessions, initially solo during lockdown and ..read more

Rising Ohio-based alt-rocker Shawn Price returned to the music scene on February 29, 2024 after a decade-long hiatus with a heartfelt single, ‘Lay Our Burdens Down’. Shawn Price is a folk rock singer-songwriter known for his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. Shawn got his start playing as the lead singer and songwriter of the band The Olde Souls and The Makeshift Band, his recent return marking the beginning of his solo career. Shawn’s music combines folk, rock, and pop, reminiscent of the soulful 70s akin to Joe Cocker and Ray Lamontagne. His honest, relatable lyrics and energetic performan ..read more

Rapper and MC Küf Knotz and harpist/vocalist Christine Elise have unveiled a boom bap-influenced fresh fusion of hip hop and neo soul called ‘Rotation’. Released on March 13, 2024, the track is the second single from their forthcoming album Hypnagogia. The duo has opened for Wyclef Jean, Yellowman, Rising Appalachia, Slick Rick, Say She She, Afroman, Wax Tailor (US Tour Support), Liniker, G-Love, Talib Kweli, Ozomatli, Raging Fya, Eubanks & Evans Experience, and Digable Planets. They have also been featured on NPR Music and WHYY.   Küf Knotz, named Philadelphia Magazine’s Best Rapper ..read more

Get ready for an inside look into the dynamic world of electronic music as we sit down for an exclusive interview with the German DJ duo, Monkey Safari. Brothers Lars and Sven Väth are set to cast their sonic spell at the upcoming Timeless Festival in Cape Town. Join us as we delve into their musical journey, creative process, and what fans can expect from their electrifying performance on the festival stage.   Purchase tickets to Timeless Festival HERE or find out more about the event HERE.   Set the tone for us. Why the arts? Performing and expressing our creativity through music i ..read more