Conducta Selects 10 Jungle Tracks that Inspire His Productions
UK garage stalwart Conducta debuts his first full‑length jungle EP, “Soundboy Johnny,” on the Up Ya Archives imprint. The record opens with “Low Can U Go,” featuring Jamaican dancehall vocalist Blvk H3ro, and showcases bright, breakbeat‑driven production. To promote the release, Conducta shared a personal list of ten jungle tracks that shape his studio workflow, ranging from classic cuts by DJ Zinc to modern reinterpretations by Tim Reaper. The EP marks a deliberate shift from his garage roots toward the faster‑paced, break‑heavy jungle soundscape.
New Music on Our Radar This Week: Barry Can't Swim, AQUTIE, Josh Caffé
Mixmag’s weekly roundup spotlights a wave of new electronic releases, from Eskimo Recordings’ 25‑year, 50‑track anniversary compilation to DJ Koze’s double‑A‑side single on Pampa Records. Emerging platforms also make headlines, with AQUTIE debuting the PELE PELE label and Skrillex joining forces with...
Big Freedia to Release SOPHIE-Produced Record This Summer
US rapper and singer Big Freedia announced a new EP entirely produced by the late avant‑pop pioneer SOPHIE. The three‑track record, recorded in 2016, will be released on June 19, with the lead single “Blaze That Ass” arriving May 22. The posthumous...
German House Mainstay Philipp Jung, Co-Founder of M.A.N.D.Y. and Get Physical, Has Died
Philipp Jung, co‑founder of the house duo M.A.N.D.Y. and the seminal label Get Physical Music, died at age 55. He helped shape Germany’s house and tech‑house scene from the 1990s onward, launching influential releases such as the 2005 "Body Language"...
Faster Horses in The Mixmag Lab
Mixmag’s live‑event series, the Mixmag Lab, hosted Liverpool‑born DJ Faster Horses on April 12 at The Cause in London. The rising star performed a 60‑minute set blending house, garage, and euphoric dance tracks, positioning himself as a key act for Mixmag’s...
Nour to Launch Aswatna Talent Agency for Palestinian Artists
DJ Nour Alsholi, known as Nour, announced the launch of Aswatna, a Palestinian‑owned talent agency debuting on May 30. The agency, whose name means “Our Voices,” will represent musicians, visual artists, and performers, offering dedicated management, booking, and branding services. Aswatna...
UK DJ Emba Dropped From Hybrid Minds Show Following Sexual Assault Allegation
UK drum‑and‑bass DJ Emba, real name Dave Wilson, was removed from the upcoming Hybrid Minds: Atmosphere show after vocalist Brodie accused him of sexual harassment on a tour bus and an on‑stage assault. The allegations, posted on Instagram on May 7,...
UK Music Industry Urges Government to Crack Down on Ticket Touts
The UK music industry, led by UK Music CEO Tom Kiehl, has written to Prime Minister Keir Starmer urging him to fulfil Labour’s manifesto pledge to cap secondary‑ticket prices and remove EU touring barriers. The letter highlights the sector’s £8 billion contribution and...
DJ and Label Founder Chris Stoker Has Died Following Cancer Battle
London‑based DJ and Not An Animal co‑founder Chris Stoker died on May 7 after a three‑year battle with cancer. He had been treated for stage‑three kidney cancer and later developed type‑one diabetes from the therapy. A community fundraiser raised over £50,000...
48% of UK Venues Launched in 2025 Have Already Closed, New Report Claims
A TicketSource report shows that 48% of UK live‑music venues opened in 2025 have already closed. Analysis of Companies House data reveals an average lifespan of just 2.1 years, with 73% shuttering before three years and 89% before nine. Although...
Disco Pogo Announce Andrew Weatherall Tribute Book
Disco Pogo will publish a 300‑page tribute book to late DJ and producer Andrew Weatherall, titled A Disco Pogo Tribute to Andrew Weatherall, slated for a July 15 release. The volume merges 100 pages of material from the 2020 Jockey Slut tribute...
The Mix 105: Olof Dreijer
Swedish producer Olof Dreijer, half of the seminal duo The Knife, has released his first solo full‑length album, *Loud Bloom*, on the dh2 imprint. After a ten‑year hiatus during which he ran a music school for refugees in Berlin and engaged...
New Music on Our Radar This Week: Miss Bashful, Brutalismus 3000, Nia Archives
Mixmag’s weekly round‑up spotlights a wave of new electronic releases, from Saidah’s debut EP “takeme2” (28 May) to Brutalismus 3000’s genre‑bending album “Harmony” (26 June). The list also includes Baauer’s third album “U”, Nia Archives’ sophomore effort “Emotional Junglist”, and SPFDJ’s global compilation “Nailbiters Volume 1”. Several...
Building Bridges with Bass: Low End Therapy Is Starting a Dubstep Revolution in Mumbai
Low End Therapy, a dubstep‑focused club night founded by the Swadesi collective, is reshaping Mumbai’s nightlife by targeting lower‑caste audiences. Tickets are priced at 140 rupees (about $1.68), making the events accessible while educating newcomers about bass‑heavy music. The party exclusively...
Burn Energy and Mixmag Announce the Burn Energy Tour 2026
Burn Energy and Mixmag have launched the third edition of their high‑energy international party series, the Burn Energy Tour 2026. The tour will visit seven cities across Europe and Morocco from June to December, featuring headliners such as Shanti Celeste, Dr Banana,...