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Is Hip-Hop being watered down
Thu, 16th May
One of Hip-Hop's prominent figures has been the subject of much controversy recently regarding a lyric which many have referred to as an act of sexual violence but why was the lyric met with such negativity and what could it possibly mean for hip-hop in the future. The Future of Hip-Hop Lyrics ‘Put molly all in her champagne, she aint even know it, I took her home and I enjoyed that, she aint even know it’- Rick Ross (U.O.E.O.NO) ft Rocko, Future What may come to many as your typical hip-hop lyric has caused a stir in the music community and raised issues such as rape, moral basis and responsibility. Anyone who is a more than an average listener of hip-hop can name some of the common themes amongst hip hop music such but not limited to money, cars, women, Read More
Guestlist Recommends: Is Paris Burning
Thu, 16th May
Kansas City's Is Paris Burning introduce themselves with the phrase 'Nous faisons la musique qui déplace le corps, l'esprit et l'âme.' For those of us unfortunate enough to have no grasp of the french language, this translates to we make music that moves the Read More
Summer Stunner! LTJ Bukem - 'In Session'
Wed, 15th May
If you’re a fan of soulful and summery liquid drum and bass, the news that LTJ Bukem and Good Lookin’ Records have combined to bring another instalment in the legendary ‘Bukem in Session’ series will have filled you with joy. A refresher course in Read More
Event Preview: Entail presents Okie Dokie Warehouse Party with Speedy J – 18/05/2013
Wed, 15th May
On Saturday 18th May 2013 Okie Dokie meets Speedy J at London Bridge for a pure techno night presented by Entail Records. The Okie Dokie warehouse parties have been gaining a reputation, playing host to the likes of Marc Houle, Matador, Perc, Dominik Eulberg, Sascha Dive, Tobi Neumann, Robert Babicz and Read More
Food: Itadaki Zen
Wed, 15th May
Whatever your position on Itadaki Zen, it certainly has one thing no other restaurant in Europe can boast: the title of Europe’s only vegan, all-organic, Japanese restaurant. A diminutive but welcoming space, Itadaki Zen is nestled in the heart of King's Cross. With a façade Read More
TEMPERATURES ARE RISING - Hospitality Summer Drum & Bass 2013
Wed, 15th May
As summer (if grey skies and drizzle count) descends upon us, it’s time for a dose of sunshine courtesy of the latest compilation from Hospital Records. Released on 3rd June and packed full of anthemic festival sounds; the 29 tracks include a number of previously unreleased exclusives and Read More
An interview with Maxi Jazz - Faithless
Wed, 15th May
We had the pleasure to catch up with Maxi Jazz, one half of the legendary dance group Faithless. Playing on 31st May at The Electric Brixton it will see the pair’s first UK show since 2011. With not being afraid to take risks and challenges with his music along Read More
Criminal Minds Revamp Genre Classic ‘Baptised by Dub’
Wed, 15th May
Tribe Steppaz have cooked up a re-edited and remixed version of Criminal Minds’ rave classic 'Baptised by Bub', downloadable and streamable on Soundcloud. Hurling ‘Baptised by Dub’ into the 21st century, the release features 2 new remixes and remastered versions of the original & the original remix. The Read More
Ritual @ Under the Bridge 27/04/2013
Wed, 15th May
As the third Ritual event to grace the dancefloor of state-of-the-art West London venue Under the Bridge, this party upped its game once again to bring together a lineup of some of the hottest names in UK electronic music, featuring X-Press 2, Hot Since 82, Prins Thomas, Lumi and Balu & JDP. Read More
Kew the Music 13'
Wed, 15th May
Kew the Music 2013 // 9 -14 July We are delighted to announce that Soul II Soul, whose music remains timeless and their soulful club grooves keep on moving, are joining Leona Lewis at Kew on Saturday 13 July. The sun is starting to shine and spring has finally arrived. Make Read More
BUGGED OUT! BOYS NOIZE DJ SET + MORE TBA
Tue, 14th May
Everyone likes a bit of noise, and when that noise is spelt with a 'Z' and channeled through the huge XOYO soundsystem by German tech-electro upstart Alex 'Boys Noize' Ridha, then so much the better. That's right guys!!! Bugged Out return for yet another stonker…Boys Noize! Read More
Interview with Oscar Brown
Tue, 14th May
Having looked after the Low Slung brand for over two years and hosting the increasingly popular party ‘Strictly NO Techno’ at The London Fields Pub in Hackney, founder Oscar Brown has stepped out of the shadows to show the world that he is the driving force behind Read More
BESTIVAL Tickets
Tue, 14th May
BESTIVAL // 5 - 8 September 13' Pick up Bestival tickets and head to the Isle of Wight for four days of new music, unparalleled fun and the ultimate fancy dress contest! Bestival tickets bring you multiple stages of music and entertainment across 8 rolling green fields. With headline performances from the likes Read More
Moonwalk for breast cancer at London Battersea Station
Tue, 14th May
Thousands of people have walked the streets of London in aid of breast cancer causes as part of the annual Moonwalk! >> The MoonWalk attracts 15,000 participants and raises money for Walk the Walk, a breast cancer charity that makes grants available to support medical research but one Read More
Sideways Recordings @ Lockside Lounge with special guest Tim Sheridan 17th May
Tue, 14th May
Sideways Recordings return for the third time this year to The Lockside Lounge in Camden and they are very pleased to announce that they have a 3 HOUR SET from headliner, Tim Sheridan. Originally a classical performer in the British Military, Tim Sheridan found a love of Washington Go Go Read More
Getting fired up for...Son of Kick's 'Shoot People' EP
Tue, 14th May
2013 sees the continued development of the incredibly multi-faceted Son of Kick, aka Mika Abadie. His forthcoming EP ‘Shoot People’ drops on 17 June on his own label Way Way Records and features high caliber collaborations with Marger and French rapper Grems in typically groundbreaking style. & Read More
