Carl Cox Honoured with Mural in Cardiff Ahead of The Prodigy Tour Leg
Legendary DJ Carl Cox was honored with a large‑scale mural on Cardiff’s boardwalk ahead of his Utilita Arena performance on April 19, where he opened for The Prodigy. Welsh street artist Steve Jenkins painted Cox’s likeness, the band’s logo and his signature “Oh yes, oh yes!” tagline. Cox shared photos and praised the tribute, while Jenkins expressed pride despite missing a personal meeting. The artwork underscores Cardiff’s embrace of electronic‑music culture and its synergy with public art.
The Cover Mix: NOTION
British DJ and producer Notion lands the cover of Mixmag and will debut a exclusive Mixmag Lab set in London on April 22. The set is designed to spotlight fresh tracks from Notion and his favorite producers, deliberately steering clear...
London's "First" Spatial Audio Listening Room to Launch in Soho
Polygon Productions is launching Polygon Portal, London’s first spatial‑audio listening room, in Soho next month. The venue features a 360° L‑Acoustics sound system that delivers immersive, multi‑dimensional audio experiences. Labels such as Sony, Ninja Tune, Partisan and Ghostly International will host showcases,...
Women Aged Between 40-65 Say Clubbing Benefits Their Mental Health, Study Finds
A University of Leeds study published in April 2025 surveyed 136 women aged 40‑65 who regularly attend electronic‑music events. Over 92% reported that clubbing lifts their mental health, while 81.6% have been part of the scene for more than two...
New Music on Our Radar This Week: Oppidan, DJ Seinfeld, TOMORA
This week’s Mixmag roundup spotlights several high‑profile releases in electronic music. Tom Rowlands of The Chemical Brothers and Norwegian singer‑songwriter AURORA debut as TOMORA with the 12‑track album “Come Closer” on Capitol Records, while Nine In Noize pairs Nine Inch Nails with Boys Noize for...
Massive Attack Share New Music for the First Time in over a Decade
Massive Attack has broken a ten‑year silence with the new track “Boots on the Ground,” a collaboration with legendary singer‑songwriter Tom Waits and his son Casey. The song, released through Play It Again Sam, is deliberately omitted from Spotify as...
Music Venue Trust Announces Grassroots Funding Scheme for Equipment and Soundsystems
The Music Venue Trust (MVT) has unveiled “Raise The Standard,” a grassroots funding programme that will upgrade sound systems, lighting, backline and other stage equipment at independent UK venues. The initiative is backed by LIVE Trust, major manufacturers and the...
Moby to Donate Profits From Coachella Performance to Animal Rights Organisations
Moby will donate 100% of the profits from his two Coachella performances to four animal‑rights organisations. The electronic‑music pioneer takes the stage on April 17 for the festival’s second weekend, following a debut set on the Mojave stage. His pledge...
Ibiza Residents Call for Cap on Balearic Tourist Numbers in New Survey
A new survey commissioned by the Ara Més alliance shows 69.1% of Balearic residents favor a cap on tourist arrivals. The poll, covering Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera, also reveals strong support for limiting short‑term rentals, with 80.5% calling for fewer...
Legendary Bollywood Singer and Gorillaz Collaborator Asha Bhosle Has Died, Aged 92
Legendary Indian playback singer Asha Bhosle died at 92 from multiple organ failure after a chest infection hospitalization, confirmed by her son Anand Bhosle in Mumbai with a funeral on March 13. Bhosle, a Padma Vibhushan awardee and two‑time Grammy nominee,...
Norwich Music Venue Installs Artist Accommodation to Tackle High Touring Costs
Norwich’s Voodoo Daddy’s venue is installing on‑site artist accommodation, funded by the UK’s arena ticket levy that allocates £1 (≈$1.25) per ticket to grassroots venues. The renovation, part of a Music Venue Trust scheme, adds bunk‑beds, showers, a kitchen and...
New Music on Our Radar This Week: Flying Lotus, Peach, M.I.A.
Mixmag’s weekly round‑up highlights a diverse slate of new releases spanning electronic, hip‑hop, and world‑influenced music. The centerpiece is Flying Lotus’s deluxe yellow‑vinyl reissue of his debut album ‘1983’ for Record Store Day, alongside M.I.A.’s seventh album ‘M.I.7’ recorded in...
Freddie Gibbs Rumoured to Feature in GTA VI Mission
Freddie Gibbs is rumored to appear as a character in Rockstar's upcoming Grand Theft Auto VI, based on an exclusive tip from presenter HipHopGamer to PC Gamer. The speculation follows Gibbs' past contribution of the track “Still Livin’” to GTA V’s Radio...
Pacha New York Offers Coupons to Disgruntled Brooklyn Mirage Ticketholders
Pacha New York, the rebranded former Brooklyn Mirage, announced it will issue 100% ticket‑value coupons to patrons who never received refunds for canceled events before the venue’s bankruptcy. The coupons can be used for shows, food, drinks, and merchandise when...
Accra's Oroko Radio Announces Indefinite Hiatus
Accra‑based online radio Oroko Radio announced an indefinite hiatus, citing unsustainable finances and staff burnout. The nonprofit, launched in 2022 to spotlight Ghanaian and diaspora talent, has relied mainly on grants, collaborations, and volunteer work. Its last major event was...