Boomtown 2026 announces new HYDRO XL stage and line-up

29th Apr 2026 4:02pm

The festival pushes festival production forward with it's latest stage HYDRO XL, featuring immersive design and a line-up of global talents spanning house, techno, bass and beyond.

Freight Island expands nationwide with major new venues in Brixton, Leeds and Newcastle

7th Apr 2026 3:13pm

Freight Island expands beyond Manchester with new venues in Brixton, Newcastle, and Leeds, with the former two opening in spring/summer 2026!

The 15 best Easter bank holiday weekend events in London

2nd Apr 2026 1:39pm

Find the Easter bank holiday events in London, including the best Easter raves and Easter family events in the capital, below!

Makina and the North East: From Import to Institution

19th Feb 2026 10:30am

We chat with DJ Scott, Schak, and Lee Davidson as they trace Makina’s journey from Spanish import to North East institution, built in clubs, on tapes, and in the community.

Pitchfork launches new subscription service, introducing reader scores and commenting

20th Jan 2026 3:49pm

Pitchfork introduces a $5 monthly subscription, unlocking reader scores, moderated comments and full access to its 30,000-strong review archive, with non-subscribers reduced to four free reviews a month

Last-minute New Year’s Eve events in London 2025

31st Dec 2025 10:26am

Tons of cracking New Year's Eve events in London still have tickets up for grabs. For those in panic mode, have a scroll and take your pick!

From Oasis to Lana Del Rey - Here's why Cardiff's music scene is thriving

19th Dec 2025 4:30pm

Oasis, the grassroots, and a gig calendar to brag about. We take a look at the Music City initiative, which has helped Cardiff’s music scene go from strength to strength, with comments from council member Ruth Cayford and DEPOT founder Nicholas Saunders.

The best New Year's Eve events in Manchester 2025

19th Dec 2025 9:41am

Manchester - NYE is calling. From warehouse raves and country-themed rodeos to masquerade balls and family-friendly spectaculars. See out 2025 and welcome 2026 in style with Skiddle!

We Out Here announces first names on multi-genre 2026 lineup

26th Nov 2025 12:50pm

We Out Here drops the first list of names that'll be heading to Dorset next August.

The best halloween events in Belfast

16th Oct 2025 11:48am

Discover the best Halloween events in Belfast — from eerie ghost walks and drag shows to club nights, live music and family fun. The city’s got thrills for every fright fan.

The Best Techno Festivals in Europe

28th Jan 2026 1:29pm

From massive Dutch raves to desert marathons and Malta boat parties, discover the best techno festivals in Europe for 2026. Lineups, locations and vibes included for every techno fan.

The best DJs of all time

21st Apr 2026 4:16pm

From Daft Punk to DJ EZ, we explore some of the best DJs of all time, celebrating pioneers, innovators and modern icons who have shaped dance music and club culture across the globe.

The Best Clubs in London

2nd Jan 2026 12:44pm

From legendary institutions to intimate underground spaces, this guide rounds up the best nightclubs in London. Expect huge sound systems, diverse line-ups, day parties, queer nights and dancefloors that keep the city moving all weekend.

The Best Music Festivals in Belgium

3rd Mar 2026 11:30am

Whether you want to get lightly beaten up in a mosh or shuffle for three days straight, there’s a festival in Belgium that can make your dreams a reality. Check out the best festivals in Belgium here…

The Best Punk, Rock and Metal Festivals

28th May 2026 4:05pm

Stick on your battle jacket, raise your horns to the sky, and open up the pit at these incredible rock, metal, and punk festivals in 2026.