Alex Jukes

Kobosil’s R Label Group Teases Mysterious New Campaign with Cryptic Numbers and Countdown

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Techno enthusiasts and fans of R Label Group are abuzz with excitement as the renowned techno label gears up for a mysterious new campaign in celebration of its 10 year anniversary. The campaign, shrouded in secrecy, has left fans intrigued and speculating about what’s in store.
 
In a cryptic press release, R Label Group shared a series of enigmatic numbers, leaving fans deciphering the clues and eagerly anticipating the big reveal. Alongside the numbers, the press release included a link to a website featuring a mysterious countdown, heightening the anticipation to a fever pitch.
 
While details about the campaign remain tightly under wraps, insiders hint at something truly monumental on the horizon. Speculations range from exclusive releases, special collaborations, and innovative events, all reflecting the pioneering spirit of R Label Group.
 
With a decade of pushing the boundaries of techno music, R Label Group has established itself as a trailblazer in the industry. The anticipation and curiosity surrounding this mysterious campaign have only served to amplify the excitement among techno enthusiasts and fans alike.
 
As the countdown continues to tick away, all eyes are on R Label Group, eagerly waiting to witness the big announcement that promises to leave a lasting impact on the techno scene.
 
For the latest updates on R Label Group’s mysterious campaign, visit the website at www.r10years.de.
 
R Label Group is a renowned techno label founded by Berlin DJ & Producer Kobosil. It’s known for its cutting-edge music and innovative approach to the genre. With a decade of experience, R Label Group has been a driving force in the techno scene, showcasing top talent and pushing the boundaries of electronic music. Stay tuned for more updates on their 10 year anniversary campaign

Rolling Loud deliver Hugely Successful Debut in Thailand with Cardi B, Travis Scott & Chris Brown 

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Rolling Loud is known for energising crowds across the globe with show-stopping performances and plentiful surprises. It boasts next level production, explosive pyrotechnics and mesmerising live shows for its packed out crowds. They were out in full force at Rolling Loud Thailand as they buzzed with excitement about seeing American rap stars and international A-Listers in their own backyard.
Located at Legend Siam in the beachside city of Pattaya, Rolling Loud Thailand brought the blend of cultures that makes this festival unique. Superstars included the one and only Travis Scott shutting down the whole festival in memorable fashion with explosive production on the final night on the OKX Stage.
Elsewhere the Bronx’s own Cardi B closed out the first day with a series of hits, inspiring fans to shout along. Uzi Vert and Rae Sremmurd brought out-of-this-world energy, and Ferg, Blueface, and Tana showed out for the crowd on a first date that was a star-studded showcase for Asia’s prodigious rap talent, led by South Korean multi-talent Bibi and Malaysian veteran Joe Flizzow, while homegrown Thai talents like rap pioneer F.Hero and indie rap icon UrboyTJ lit it up on the Levi’s Stage.
On day two, headliner Chris Brown and veterans like Rick Ross and Fat Joe dropped huge sets and rising artists and kings of the underground–many of them performing in Asia for the first time also joined in such as Ken Carson, Tyla Yahweh, and Rubi Rose with plenty of artists from Asia, highlighted by K-Pop diva Jessi, who brought out Jay Park, and Thai stars YOUNGOHM and Twopee Southside.
On the final day, British breakout Central Cee, South Korean icon Jay Park, popular Japanese rap group Teriyaki Boyz, and many more played with the home country’s pioneering rap crew Thaitanium leading a Thai contingent that also included FIIXD and 1Mill.
Rolling Loud proved that hip hop is a truly global language. Stay tuned for much more from Rolling Loud, including festivals in Germany, The Netherlands, and Portugal, before the big one, the eighth annual Rolling Loud Miami, which returns in July.

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Do Not Sleep Unveil 5 Unmissable Ibiza Parties At Amnesia and Cova Santa

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Innovative house and techno talents line up for another serious season of dance floor antics 
Ibiza’s famously hedonistic Do Not Sleep, the party that will keep you awake all night is back to shake things up once again in summer 2023 with five unmissable parties at Amnesia and three at Cova Santa. Providing soundtracks across the venues from May until September will be the likes of Prunk, Seb Zito b2b Sosa, Eats Everything, Jackmaster, Marco Faraone, Solardo, Special Request b2b Ewan Mcvicar b2b Kettama and more. Get your tickets for the freshest parties on the White Isle at amnesia.es
Do Not Sleep started as a small, close knit event for proper party heads and has now made its mark on the world stage. It is famous for its all killer no filler line-ups around the world and keen crowds who make each dance intense and unforgettable. Now the countdown is on for the much anticipated return to its spiritual home in the Balearics.
The first part of this summer season is at Amnesia, the world renowned venue with its vast dance floor and next level light and sound. To be lost in the heart of the strobe lit action, makes for one of the most unreal experiences in all of dance music. It all kicks off on Thursday 18th May with Prunk, Richy Ahmed and Seb Zito b2b Sosa then on the 25th, Eats Everything, Marco Faraone and Syreeta play, 1st June is Ammara, Ben Hemsley and Solardo, 7th June is Jackmaster and Sidney Charles b2b Yaya and Manchester´s favourite trio Mason Collective, then on to 14th June for the first time ever we welcome a special back to back between Special Request, Ewan Mcvicar and Kettama.
The party then moves up into the hills of Ibiza and to the famously cool Cova Santa, a more intimate club nestled away in a cave with an immersive light and sound system and a famous outdoor Terraza. It’s an essential and authentic experience, dancing in the open air hills. For each event, Do Not Sleep will take care of the outside, with Sidney Charles’s Heavy House Society and Richy Ahmed’s FourThirtyTwo bringing their best talents to the Club.
There is no more authentic underground party than Do Not Sleep, make DNS part of your story this summer.
DO NOT SLEEP, AMNESIA IBIZA 2023
THURSDAY 18 MAY 
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PRUNK
RICHY AHMED
SEB ZITO B2B
SOSA
SUPPORT ELDON
THURSDAY 25 MAY
A-Z
EATS EVERYTHING
MARCO FARAONE
SYREETA
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THURSDAY 01 JUNE
SOLARDO
BEN HEMSLEY
AMMARA
SUPPORT GRETA LEVSKA
WEDNESDAY 07 JUNE
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JACKMASTER
MANDA MOOR
SIDNEY CHARLES
YAYA
SUPPORT JOSH NEWSHAM
WEDNESDAY 14 JUNE
SPECIAL REQUEST B2B
EWAN MCVICAR B2B
KETTAMA
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Pyramid Unveils Boldest and Most Ambitious Season to Date For Amnesia Return

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Tickets: https://www.amnesia.es/en/promotor/pyramid

Amnesia’s cutting edge Pyramid party is ready and waiting to set all new levels in summer 2023. From June 11th to October 8th, the music-centric underground gathering has planned its most ambitious and eclectic season to date with vast line-ups packed deep with world class talents that broaden Pyramid’s musical horizons like never before. Every shade of electronic music will be covered by the best in the game, with Ibiza exclusives, mind blowing live shows and mouth watering bookings all set to make it the biggest year yet for this already iconic party.

The unreal list of exclusives for this scintillating summer include Minus label head and techno titan Richie Hawtin, a back to back from everybody’s favourite minimal maestros Ricardo Villalobos and Luciano, Romanian minimal pioneers [A:RPIA:R], plus Reinier Zonneveld (Live), the Dutch powerhouse bringing hard edge acid and techno back to the fore.

Pyramid showcases its dedication to offer its most diverse sounds yet with a special live set from synth wizard Caribou and a DJ set from the world music magician Bonobo. Next to those cultured sounds come the hard edge techno of 999999999 and I Hate Models, the pure house joy of Kerri Chandler, the dark assaults of Hector Oaks, meticulously crafted space techno from Maceo Plex, all out rave, acid and jungle from Special Request, emotive bangers from DJ Boring, cultured deepness from Chaos in the CBD, timeless electro from Jennifer Cardini and Belgium’s new school techno queen Charlotte De Witte amongst so much more.

GRAMMY nominee Honey Dijon brings her Chicago-informed house and disco to Pyramid for the very first time and heads up a vast array of female talent that includes Nina Kraviz, Avalon Emerson, Amelie Lens, Deborah De Luca, Stella Bossi, Juliet Fox, Sama´ Abdulhadi, Sonja Moonear and plenty more.

On top of all this unmissable action, Pyramid has got plenty more surprises up its sleeve including one-off events with game changing festivals Junction 2 and Sunwaves and plenty more including the Pyramid Special warm up party on April 28th which offers a taster of what is to come in summer.

Pyramid was busy in winter hosting its signature parties around the world from Argentina to Zurich, Barcelona to London, Mallorca to Naples. But now it is time to return to its spiritual home, to make new musical memories and offer its most comprehensive and essential season to date. Secure your place on the legendary dance floor with tickets at https://www.amnesia.es/en/promotor/pyramid

About Pyramid
Amnesia’s in-house night Pyramid has become one of Ibiza’s most respected house and techno parties. It features vast line-ups that bring not just one headliner but many different top-level talents to the world famous club. The party has also hosted its own float at the Zurich Street Parade, is well known for its legendary opening and closing events and regular sets from international DJ stars like Four Tet, Ricardo Villalobos, Denis Sulta b2b Skream, Deborah De Luca, Marco Faraone, Raresh b2b Praslea, Adam Beyer, Sven Väth, Marcel Dettmann b2b DJ Stingray 313, Maceo Plex, Sonja Moonear, Luciano, Ben Klock, Avalon Emerson, Floating Points, Bicep Live, Nina Kraviz, Len Faki and tens more. Because of this, Pyramid has recaptured the essence of early Ibiza parties with its focus on standout headliners, all night long dances and cutting edge technology all heightening the unique experience.

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Andrea Oliva & Arodes Join Forces to Deliver New Single ‘Future Call’ on All I Need

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Andrea Oliva’s first release of 2023 on his All I Need label, ‘Future Call’ is a thrilling team-up with Spanish producer Arodes. Cranking up the club night vibe with its distinct synth pattern and the hypnotic vocal stutters, this track will be supercharging dance floors for years to come.

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Artist(s): Andrea Oliva, Arodes

Title: Future Call

Record Label: All I Need

Cat.Number: AIN009

Release Date: 31st March 2023

Tracklist : 

1) Future Call (Extended Mix)

Filth On Acid Welcomes Spektre with a Massive New EP ‘Badlands’

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Spektre’s latest EP, “Badlands,” released on Filth on Acid, is a dark and twisted journey through the filthiest corners of techno.

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Spektre started as an experimental side-project by Paul Maddox and Rich Wakley, but over a decade later, they have become an established and respected Techno production outfit, who perform all over the world at some of the biggest festivals and events.

The EP features three tracks, each with its own unique flavor.

The title track, “Badlands,” sets the tone with its sinister vibes, while “Bodysnatcher” delivers spine-tingling energy.

“Concentrate” rounds out the EP with hypnotic rhythms that will keep you moving. If you’re ready for a sonic assault on your senses, join us in the Badlands and let Spektre show you the way.

This is Filth on Acid, and this is techno at its filthiest.

This is Filth on Acid NOW!

Artist(s): Spektre

Title: Badlands

Record Label: Filth On Acid

Cat.Number: FOA129

Release Date: 31st March 2023 [Beatport (2 weeks)],

14th April 2023 (all other download stores)

Tracklist : 

1) Concentrate

2) Badlands

3) Bodysnatcher

Hacienda Returns to Leeds this Bank Holiday – April 30th

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Tickets: https://ticket247.co.uk/Event/FAC51-The-Hacienda-Open-Air-at-Canvas-Yard-Leeds-120641

FAC51 The Hacienda is to return to Leeds at central open air location, City One “Hacienda Open Air” on Sunday 30th April of the first May Bank Holiday Weekend in 2023 with one of the strongest line ups seen in Leeds for some time. Renewing its relationship with Soak, a stellar roster of DJ talent has been assembled for the event which sees internationally recognised DJ legends come to play including American legends, Roger Sanchez, Todd Terry and Derrick Carter alongside the widely celebrated Dimitri From Paris We are joined at CityOne by Hacienda resident Graeme Park, the UK pioneer Greg Wilson and the effervescent, much in demand DJ Paulette.

Meanwhile the Leeds scene is represented by our long-term guests, Ralph Lawson and Marshall. With CityOne just a ten minute walk from Leeds train station, “Hacienda Open Air” is one in a series of party’s to be announced for the venue. FAC 51 The Hacienda remains the club that inspired generations, defined the scene and put dance music firmly on the map in the UK. The Haçienda laid the foundations for clubbing culture as we know it. The Haçienda currently continues to be widely recognised for shaping the face of UK club culture and through its combination of legendary nights, DJ’s and unique history, it went on to have the biggest cultural impact of any nightclub as it changed clubbing, the country and the world at large. With The Hacienda and Soak’s last event in Leeds coming in 2020, the CityOne all day party carries on the relationship and special bond between the two cities’ clubbing communities.

This dates not only from the days of The Music Factory and The Corn Exchange but with our multiple recent parties at Church Leeds and April’s exceptional line up, shows no sign of abating anytime soon. In partnership with Soak the event is also being promoted by New Citizens who have a decade of experience producing venues such as Canal Mills and events The Garden Party and Chow Down in Leeds who have been designated to take charge of the new CityOne venue. With The Hacienda’s recent events fresh in the mind, demand for tickets has been high and this event is expected to sell out well in advance.

All New Music & Wellness Festival ‘Wellnergy’ Announce Line-up and Speaker Programme For Their Debut 2023 Event

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Music, mindfulness, meditation, talks, workshops and more
Wellnergy Festival is an all-new life, soul and mind enriching experience set to debut on 17th June 2023 at Barn Elms in London. The one day getaway brings together music, mindfulness, fitness, laughter and nutrition with music stages soundtracked by the likes of Parallelle [hybrid], Magit Cacoon and Patrice Bäumel – KOMPAKT / Afterlife as well as guest health and wellness experts Dr Alex George, Grace Beverly, Maude Hirst, Alice Liveing and Dilly Carter. Tickets start at just £65 so get yours now at https://www.wellnergy.co.uk
With the day split into two halves, Wellnergy offers the best of both musical and wellness worlds. The first half of the day focuses on fitness, mindfulness, talks and positive development, with the second half focus being more music led with upbeat, loving and vibey energy. The location for this is Barn Elms in South London, just a short walk from Putney station and a place to explore a variety of stalls, workshops and chatting to experts about all your wellness needs from sound healing to yoga to meditation. 
The Music Stage is curated by Gardens Of Babylon and brings together the best in melodic techno, house and tech with the serene soundscapes of magical fusion of electronic sounds from Parallelle [hybrid], fresh techno from Magit Cacoon and a closing set from Patrice Bäumel to finish the day. There will also be a Wellness Stage, Mindfulness Tent and more to be announced such as comedy, exhibitors, traders, pop up food and well curated bars.
There are five pillars that make up Wellnergy and why it exists; mindfulness, fitness, laughter, music and nutrition. Each of these stand alone to promote wellness, but combine the five ingredients and you create Wellnergy. The festival was born in the pandemic times of June 2020, when surrounded by closed shops and empty streets, Nick Steiert, the CEO of Invasion, and Dotun Omo, the owner of Nauv Haus Wellness Retreats, sat on a bench outside of Kings Cross station and sketched out a vision to create a free flowing, open minded festival that focused on what wellness really means and how it should be encouraged. 
Their mission was to not only help those dealing negatively with COVID, but to also make wellness and fitness inclusive, accessible and fun to everyone, whilst allowing and encouraging guests to try new experiences without feeling overwhelmed.
Wellnergy isn’t just a festival, it is an experience that restores and heals you on a deeper level.

KISS NUKA OFFERS FANS SHARES IN HER NEW RELEASE “FIGHT” WITH PART PROCEEDS GOING TO LEBANON-BASED NGO THE GREAT OVEN

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Multi-disciplinary artist and activist, Kiss Nuka from Mumbai, India releases her latest single “Fight” in collaboration with Lebanon-based humanitarian organisation The Great Oven and UK-based music tech platform SongBits.
Fight is an emotive singer-songwriter piece written by Kiss Nuka over a decade ago to help her cope with the repercussions of her growing awareness of the injustices she observed in the world. The song she primarily wrote to herself to help find her own voice hopes to inspire the listener to find their own, and to fight for their beliefs.
Keeping the focus on her voice and lyrics, Kiss Nuka produces and composes a track that features keys by her long-time friend, musician and producer Utkarsh Dhotekar, a sparse bassline by Abhinav Bora, and has been mixed and mastered by her brother Shikhar Yuvraj Manchanda at his studios ‘The Beast India Company’.
In the past, Kiss Nuka has experimented with new music-based technology by collaborating with media giant Dolby. Continuing in that direction, Kiss Nuka is offering fans and collectors the opportunity to buy ‘bits’ of Fight, via SongBits, a music platform launched by Dave Stewart (Eurythmics, SONGLAND, Hospital Club) and Russell and Justin Sheffield (of Trident Studios heritage). Fans receive a share of Fight’s streaming revenues every time it is streamed. The royalties earned will be shared between the fans who purchase the Bits, Kiss Nuka, and The Great Oven. Kiss Nuka also was part of the SongBits delegation at SXSW in Austin, Texas earlier this month for the promotion of Fight. The waiting list is open, sign up to find out more and get involved.
The Great Oven is an international organization that builds giant, beautifully decorated ovens and sends them to places in need – from refugee camps and war-torn communities to countries in crisis. Currently based in Lebanon and expanding to Colombia in 2023, they believe in the power of food, art and music to nourish, inspire and transform lives.
Kiss Nuka met James Thompson, the founder of The Great Oven when she was invited to showcase her works at their fundraising festival called The Banquet in August last year, at The Konvent de Cal Rosal (a late 19th-century nun’s convent and textile colony that was converted into a contemporary art centre) in the Catalonia mountains, outside of Barcelona. This was also where she met Russel Sheffield and learned about SongBits.
Moved by the work of the NGO, she offered Fight to raise awareness and funds for The Great Oven. Collaborating with the artists in residence at The Konvent, she created a visual piece to promote the cause. Directed and shot by London-based Cinematographer Pep Bosch, the project was planned and shot within a week.
The cover image for the artwork has been shot by French photographer Aruallanon the set of Fight. Aruallan (Laura) was one of the artists showcasing her work at The Banquet.
James Thompson / The Great Oven adds, “In a world filled with strife a beacon of hope often emerges just in the nick of time. Kiss Nuka’s anthemic, call to arms ‘Fight’ has inspired the women of our organisation. Trafficked women, refugees, indigenous matriarchs, and rescued migrant workers. Roused by the song and knowing that our work will be supported by the profits… completes this harmonious circle of art, food and music. This gift of solidarity from India gives us the strength we need to continue our work.
Dave Stewart (Eurythmics) / SongBits says “Once in a while, an artist grabs my attention and usually, it’s because they are unique as is Kiss Nuka. Her visceral approach to music and storytelling pulls you away from the humdrum of cookie-cutter songwriting and paints an interesting picture inviting you in to be a color in her ethereal landscape.”
Speaking on the new single and the association with SongBits and The Great Oven, Kiss Nuka says, “I understand now why I never found the right time to release Fight in all these years. It was meant for this moment. I am inspired by the work of The Great Oven, and SongBits has helped me contribute towards the cause by ensuring I have full control of my song and am able to share and connect with my listeners in a way that I never have before.”
About Kiss Nuka
Raw, eclectic and phantasmic, Kiss Nuka (real name Anushka Manchanda) is a global award-winning music producer from Mumbai, India who fearlessly bends genres and creates uncensored and immersive audio-visual experiences. Manchanda’s first foray into music and film started by recording playback music for Bollywood movies. She later gravitated to the more technical side of filmmaking by first editing film projects and then quickly learning directing and production.  
Manchanda’s experiences in technical filmmaking would later inform her to switch to music production and visual art. Her work for music videos “Don’t Be Afraid”and “Ayo Burn” was recognised at The Indian Independent Music Awards, Berlin Music Video Awards, London Music Video Awards, and was on display at The World of Music Video exhibition at Völkinger Hütte UNESCO World Heritage Site alongside work from iconic artists including Björk, Daft Punk, MassiveAttack, Pussy Riot and Young Fathers. Her free-spirited love for nature and activism translates into thought-provoking pieces of mid to hard electronic bass blended with ambient layers, electro-pop melodies, distorted vocals, and an occasional hint of roots. 
As a live performer, Kiss Nuka has brought her hypnotic, seamless and dynamically-rich live set to stages such as Mixmag LAB, Magnetic Fields Festival, Basscamp and Far Out Festival. She wrapped up her first year soundtracking the dancefloor by being featured among Mixmag’s Top 15 Live Acts of 2022.

Together Festival Turns 10 as Eric Prydz Makes Thailand Debut 

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Together Festival celebrates its magnificent 10th edition with a bumper line up on May 4th and 5th 2023 at Bitec Convention Centre. World renowned headliners including Alesso, Eric Prydz making his Thailand Debut, Boys Noize, Jonas Blue, Adventure Club, Slander, Nghtmr, Galantis, Imanbek, Trivectaand many more all line up. Get your tickets now at www.togetherfestival.net. 
This wondrous celebration of electronic music is the most cutting edge and vast in all the region. Together Festival has led the way for the last decade now with its out of this world production and cutting edge line ups offering something that can’t be found anywhere else. It all goes down at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre, a massive space that is transformed into a musical wonderland with two epic stages. 
The sensory stimulating light shows, epic sound systems and mini blowing production are on a vast scale at Tighter Festival and that is what has helped to stand it apart over the last decade. In the past the likes of Snoop Dogg,  Axwell ^ Ingrosso, Armin van Buurin and Hardwell have all played and this year Thailand’s premier festival goes better than ever.
Pryda label head Eric Prydz makes his long awaited Thailand debut and brings his emotive mix of house and techno while Swedish superstar Alesso also plays as does chart topping UK sensation Jonas Blue plus  Slander and Nghtmre to make for a real cross-section of EDM sounds next to Boys Noize, Adventure Club, Galantis, Imanbek and Trivecta who also play. The Second Stage is hosted by Monster Cat making these two unmissable days of action.
The countdown is on to the sure to be historic 10th edition of Together Festival. Get your tickets now before they sell out at www.togetherfestival.net.