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Feedback MTUK x AFEM Pitch Competition Focuses on Electronic Music
Feedback is Music Technology UK's recurring pitch competition for music tech founders. AFEM is teaming up with MTUK on this one to put electronic music labels and publishers at the centre of the room.
Maria May Discusses Burnout and Boundaries in Electronic Music
Music agent Maria May (CAA) on what three decades in electronic music has taught her about burnout, boundaries, and the gap between how we develop artists and how we look after the people running the
Transmissions NYC Summit Explores Electronic Music Sector
AFEM and Resident Advisor present Transmissions NYC: Plugging In To The Electronic Music Sector, a free half-day summit at Elsewhere Brooklyn on 18 June, programmed as part of New York Music Month. Th
Strandberg x Jamstik Chameleon Guitar Review
Class-leading MIDI tech meets a top-rated ergonomic guitar – the perfect combination?
Brian May on Queen's "Another One Bites the Dust"
“Freddie absolutely adored it – he sang it until he bled!”
Olivia Rodrigo's "You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love" Credits
The usual suspects (Dan Nigro, Amy Allen) appear, but there are a couple surprises too
Ozcillex Artists Show Collective Ascent, Signaling Strong A&R
The recent collective rise of artists on the Ozcillex label suggests a robust A&R strategy at play. With an average follower growth of 15% across its roster, the label appears to be cultivating a notable surge in artist engagement, highlighting effective talent identification.
AFEM Hosts Roundtable on Tinnitus and Hearing Health
On Tuesday 5 May, AFEM hosts a public roundtable on tinnitus and hearing health for the electronic music industry. Two guests bring direct, lived and professional experience to a candid, practical con
AFEM Podcast Explores Transitioning from DJ Sets to Live Shows
Developing a live electronic music show is one of the most complex steps an artist can take. The latest AFEM Industry Insider podcast brings together four practitioners working at the sharp end of liv
Feedback MTUK x AFEM Pitch Competition Focuses on Electronic Labels
Feedback is Music Technology UK's recurring pitch competition for music tech founders. AFEM is teaming up with MTUK on this one to put electronic music labels and publishers at the centre of the room.
Maria May Discusses Burnout and Artist Development in Electronic Music
Music agent Maria May (CAA) on what three decades in electronic music has taught her about burnout, boundaries, and the gap between how we develop artists and how we look after the people running the
Transmissions NYC Summit Tackles Electronic Music Sector Challenges
AFEM and Resident Advisor present Transmissions NYC: Plugging In To The Electronic Music Sector, a free half-day summit at Elsewhere Brooklyn on 18 June, programmed as part of New York Music Month. Th
Ed Sheeran and Orange Launch Grassroots Music Initiative with New Busking Amps
Sheeran and Orange unveil the Outlowd ES series, featuring a trio of busking friendly acoustic amps – and Sheeran's Play It Home campaign aims to support grassroots music across the globe
Strandberg x Jamstik Chameleon Guitar Review: Innovative MIDI Technology Meets Ergonomic Design
Class-leading MIDI tech meets a top-rated ergonomic guitar – the perfect combination?
The Strokes Debut 'Falling Out Of Love' Live, Bring Back 'Killing Lies' at Bonnaroo 2026
Their new album 'Reality Awaits' is due for release on July 24
New Trial Date Set for Michael Jackson Child Abuse Accusers
James Safechuck and Wade Robson, who appeared in the 2019 documentary 'Leaving Neverland' are alleging that Jackson's companies helped to enable and conceal his abuse
Harry Styles Kicks Off Record-Breaking Wembley Run, Pays Tribute to David Hockney
https://www.nme.com/news/music/harry-styles-london-wembley-stadium-shows-doors-stage-times-revealed-3950402
Hard Techno's Ascendant Pulse: DAXTX Registers Significant Engagement Spike
Emerging signals within the Hard Techno genre indicate a notable artist surge, exemplified by DAXTX. The artist has seen a substantial 17% increase in Spotify followers, reaching a current total of 1,845, which may suggest a burgeoning interest in their sound.
Sam Deep's Amapiano Ascent: A Look at Recent Engagement Spike
Sam Deep is currently demonstrating a significant surge in audience engagement within the Amapiano genre, marked by a notable 15% increase in Spotify followers, reaching a current total of 1,187,019. This recent data suggests a growing momentum around the artist.
HARM Recordings' Éadrom Sees Notable Engagement Spike Amidst Shifting Electronic Landscape
New data indicates Éadrom, an artist from Ireland, is experiencing a significant surge in engagement. With a 33% increase in Spotify followers, this rise may signal an emergent pattern of artist growth within the electronic music scene, potentially pointing to shifting listener interests.