Goldie Directs New Documentary Exploring the Rise of Rufige Kru
Goldie, alongside Andy Hayes and London Records, has released *The Rufige Files*, a feature‑length documentary charting the rise of his 1990s moniker Rufige Kru. The film, premiered on 5 March, delves into the early jungle, drum‑and‑bass, and hardcore scenes that shaped the alias, using archival tapes and new footage shot in Phuket. Interviews with seminal artists such as Photek, dBridge, Marc Mac and others provide insider perspectives on the era’s sound and ethos. The documentary also touches on Goldie’s graffiti roots and recent wellness pursuits.
BBC to Broadcast Davie Bowie Tribute Concert in Lieu of Glastonbury This Summer
The BBC will air a high‑profile David Bowie tribute concert at London’s O2 Arena, filling the summer programming void left by Glastonbury’s quadrennial break. The event will feature a roster of leading young artists backed by an all‑star band and...
United Airlines Threatens to Ban Customers Who Don’t Use Headphones
United Airlines announced a new rule that passengers must use headphones for any audio or video content on its flights, effective February 27, 2026. Failure to comply can result in removal from the aircraft and a permanent ban, with the...
London’s First-Ever Drug Checking Services to Open in Hackney and Camden
London’s Hackney and Camden boroughs will host the capital’s first drug‑checking services, operated by harm‑reduction charity The Loop. The clinics are fully funded by the councils and backed by the Metropolitan Police, offering free, confidential testing, rapid substance analysis, and...
Storied Edinburgh Nightclub to Be Turned Into Student Flats Following Demolition
Edinburgh’s iconic nightclub, known over the decades as The Cavendish, Lava, Ignite and most recently ATIK, is being demolished to make way for a new student residential complex. The venue, which opened in the 1940s and hosted legends such as...