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Last year’s first edition of the Scottish festival Terminal V created a big buzz among fans and media alike. Now, the famous techno festival is gearing up for its second Croatian edition, returning to its summer home in Tisno . From July 17th to 21st , get ready for five days of techno music at The Garden Resort , featuring a lineup of global artists, four open-air stages, dance floors by the beach, and private relaxation areas right by the sea. This year’s festival will host many stars from the techno scene, including 999999999, Anfisa Letyago, Ben Sims, Ellen Allien, Mall Grab, VTSS , and many more. Derek Martin and Simon McGrath, the founders of Terminal V, shared their excitement: "The first edition of Terminal V Croatia Festival was a fresh start for us. The audience’s reactions were incredibly positive, which gave us extra motivation to organize this second edition. We believe we’ll also see guests from Croatia at our Scottish edition in Edinburgh this April!" Th...

The triumphant return of Deep Dish , the iconic duo comprised of Dubfire and Sharam , goes beyond their world tour and includes fresh remixes of their classic hits. Their latest offering is a techno reinterpretation of their 2005 classic “Say Hello” , almost 20 years after the original release. Following the success of their Afro-tech remix “Goes Deep” in November, the duo has now unveiled the highly anticipated remix “Goes Peak” , released via Armada Music. This new version is part of a series of remixes that mark their grand return to the music scene. A High-Energy Techno Transformation The “Goes Peak” version reimagines the track as a high-energy techno anthem, tailored for peak moments on the dancefloor. While embracing a more intense sound, the remix retains the emotional and melancholic essence of the original. Futuristic elements, including modern synthesizers and sharp percussion, enhance its club-ready appeal, making it a perfect fit for top-tier DJ sets. This remix joins th...

On our portal, Kosovo Clubbing , we strive to stay updated with the latest news from the world of electronic music. Today, we bring you an intriguing glimpse into the history of DJing, inspired by a text from Skilz DJ Academy . Who were the first DJs, and how did they lay the foundations for the culture we adore today? Francis Grasso The Beginnings of DJing DJing began in the 1920s, during the rise of radio popularity. Back then, music enthusiasts experimented with records, creating smooth transitions between songs to offer audiences a completely new experience. Pioneers of DJing Francis Grasso: In the late 1960s, Grasso revolutionized DJing in New York by using two turntables to transition between songs. His "beat-matching" technique became the standard in the DJ world. Kool Herc: This legendary DJ from the Bronx is known as the father of hip-hop. In the 1970s, Herc developed the "breakbeat" technique, which inspired an entire generation of musicians and dance cul...

UNESCO officially recognizes Berlin’s techno culture as part of Germany’s intangible cultural heritage! On October 22, a special ceremony was held in a magnificent baroque palace called Biebrich, located in Wiesbaden, Germany. UNESCO officially recognized Berlin’s techno culture as part of Germany’s intangible cultural heritage! This means that Berlin’s techno music and dance culture is now recognized as an important cultural treasure. The ceremony began at 4 p.m. and was attended by many important personalities. Timon Gremmels from the German Ministry of Culture, Christoph Wulf and Marlen Meißner from UNESCO in Germany were present, along with Antje Reppe, an advisor from the cultural heritage research center. The organization Rave the Planet , known for promoting Berlin’s techno scene, was represented by members such as Dr. Motte, Timm Zeiss and Ellen Dosch-Roeingh, who played a major role in making this recognition possible. Techno Culture in Berlin // Film on the UNESCO Intangible ...

A new study on phone use at parties was conducted ahead of the Amsterdam Dance Event and Barry Can’t Swim, where mobile phones were banned. “Remember when dancing meant moving your feet, not your toes?” – that’s the opening line of the research conducted by Heineken, which has joined the fight for mobile-free dance floors in “action”. According to the research, 60% of Gen Z and millennials who use smartphones in the UK, US and the Netherlands think they would enjoy concerts more if they could disconnect from their devices. More worryingly, 55% of respondents admitted that recording the performance is more important to them than being present in the moment, although only 13% of them said they rarely review the recordings they have made. The new research comes ahead of the Amsterdam Dance Event and the party where Scottish DJ and producer Barry Can’t Swim banned the use of mobile phones. “When you listen to live music, you’re naturally more present on the dance floor and you enjoy the mo...

With the announcement of nominations in 35 categories of Croatia and the region, the voting of the audience and the jury for the best achievements in electronic music in 2024 also started. Awards in 35 categories for top achievements in the electronic music scene of Croatia and the region are awarded for the eighth time in a row by the Klubska Scena portal, and the project is implemented by the Klubska Kultura association.  The "Ambassador" award is already traditionally awarded to authors, performers, clubs, festivals, record labels, radio shows, photographers, art productions, vocal performers, and this year, among the almost 200 nominees, Zone Club from Kosovo is nominated for the best club in the region, Kosovo Philharmonic Orchestra x Derick May , nominated for the best regional event of the year, and Don Dobruna , for the best graphic design of the year for Independence Night.  Voting in the audience awards is open until November 22th , HERE , while over 60 jury member...

The owners of Ushuaïa Ibiza and Hï Ibiza take over the space where Privilege used to be and open their new club. Pogledajte ovu objavu na Instagramu. Objavu dijeli [UNVRS] (@unvrsibiza) The legendary club Privilege in Ibiza , which has been closed for almost five years , returns next summer under a new name - [ UNVRS ] and new owners, the team behind the other two super clubs on the white island - Ushuaïa and Hï. [ UNVRS ] is an acronym for the word " universe " as the club is actually called, and the team reviving Privilege in a new guise announces that [ UNVRS ] will become the first hyperclub in the world.  "Following the example of Ushuaïa and Hï, which attract more than 1.5 million visitors every season, [ UNVRS ] will set new standards for the next generation of nightlife and entertainment in Ibiza," says club owner Yann Pissenem, adding that [ UNVRS ] will have classic elements of a night club with infrastructure, production and prog...

Zone club and his electronic series crew will resent a night with Deborah De Luca!     Regional and local support by: Im I right , Exunoxx and Likatek on 29, JUN 2004         Come join us! Fb event: HERE

On Saturday, June 29, Greenlight Collective , in cooperation with the Rijeka City Library, Croatia, organizes an informal daily gathering in the form of a record fair in the courtyard of the Art-kvart and the premises of the Children's Library, as part of the new event Summer Story from Benčić!   The record fair, of course, has an emphasis on electronic music, and as the collective says, the reason for this is to "bring it a little closer and demystify it to society that may not often go to "underground" events. " There will be opportunities to find other genres, thanks to the exhibitors who will come to the fair. The fair starts at 3 p.m. and lasts until 9 p.m. , and in addition to researching records and pleasant conversation with all present, Greenlight Collective is also preparing a couple of relaxed sets by local DJs who will have the opportunity to present their taste and selection. FB EVENT: Record Fair in Art-kvart!  

 Moments events are organized by Sundance community and their next one is on 28. JUL 2024, in Jale, Albania. With this vision in mind, Guy Mantzur created his signature label and events. The award-winning DJ and producer focused on releasing tracks from selected artists who performed on those occasions and creating a community with identity, sense of aesthetics and integrity. See ya at he beach and let's dance! :) 

 Of the 100 best festivals according to DJ Mag, as many as 11 of them come from our region  Croatia and Serbia. The magazine about the electronic music scene , DJ MAG , published the annual top list of the best festivals as chosen by their readers. The best festival according to DJ Mag in 2024 is Tomorrowland . The Belgian festival thus secured the title of the best for the third year in a row and for the fourth time in history, since DJ Mag has been awarding the best festivals.  The American festival EDC Last Vegas is in second place, and the new mega festival located in Transylvania, Romania's Untold is in third place. At the very top of the festival are the following: Ultra in Miami in fourth place, British Creamfields and Glastonbury in fifth and sixth place, Italy's Kappa Futur festival in seventh place, behind which in eighth place was the highest ranked festival from the region - Novi Sad's EXIT . The top ten list was concluded by the German World Cube Dome a...

After the unforgettable celebration of the 10th anniversary, the award-winning Sonus festival returns to Croatia in its 11th edition in 5 days and nights! Sonus will be held on Zrće beach from August 18 to 22, 2024. Photo by: Antonio Hant Corallo  Before the start of the biggest party week in Europe, an opening party will be held on Saturday, August 17, where Italian techno artist Alignment, raw techno DJ from Portugal - Biia and French DJ and producer Shlømo will perform. As a festival that combines quality music, rest and enjoyment in the Adriatic Sea and the offers of the island of Pag , S onus Festival is proud to present this year's partner - the Croatian Tourist Board. The first schedule by days and clubs for this year's Sonus festival has been published, choose your day below :)  The schedule is not final , because from August 18 to 22 , the already confirmed renowned names of the world music scene, who previously announced some exclusive sets, will be joined ...

Documentary about the shocking story of Dubfire as an immigrant and today a world-famous DJ and producer. Ali Shirazinia, born in Iran, would be a completely unknown person in the world of electronic music today, if he had not decided to grit his teeth and overcome every challenge that came his way to success. From fleeing his homeland of Iran to becoming an American citizen, Dubfire begins with a story from his young days at the age of 7 to growing up in the world of electronic music. As one half of the Grammy-winning duo "Deep Dish" , Iranian-American Ali Shirazinia (aka 'Dubfire') has established himself as one of the world's most successful DJs and producers. But the road to success was not easy.  Featuring honest interviews with family, childhood friends, industry peers, and fellow artists, this documentary offers an intimate glimpse into the dance music world. It's an inspirational story, illustrating the realization of one's passion, pursuit of...

Mark your calendars for November 30th as the seventh edition of the Ambassador of Electronic Music Awards is just around the corner ;) This event celebrates outstanding achievements in electronic music throughout 2023. and in collaboration with the Club Culture Association, the event will be held at the iconic Boogaloo Club in Zagreb, Croatia. All members of the electronic music scene will have the opportunity to submit their projects, following guidelines set to be released on October 2nd. This process will greatly aid our organizers in evaluating the projects vying for nominations.  Simultaneously, the expert jury will begin reviewing project proposals, programs, and performers, kicking off on the same date.  Nominations Revealed on October 24th!  As per tradition, the Ambasador Team closely monitors the progress of the regional scene. This leads to the introduction of new audiences and professional categories, recognizing quality projects, programs, and performers...

Belgrade's beloved electronic music extravaganza, Apgrade Festival, is back in the iconic industrial complex by the Danube, marking the grand finale of the summer clubbing season. Building on last year's success with Solomun and Sven Vath, this year's event on September 15th and 16th promises an unmissable lineup representing the diverse landscape of global techno. Headlining the event are two techno titans: Richie Hawtin, an innovator known for pushing the boundaries of electronic music, and Marcel Dettmann, a Berlin stalwart who has left an indelible mark on the city's club scene. Sama' Abdulhadi, the trailblazing Palestinian techno artist, will bring her intense, full-bodied sound to the stage. Meanwhile, Dr. Rubinstein, with her infectious energy and impeccable music selection, will deliver an electrifying b2b set with Tijana T, a renowned DJ and fixture of the international music scene. The festival doesn't stop there; it dives deeper into the techno spect...

This two-part documentary brings exclusive interviews with key figures from the scene, such as Nile Rodgers, Marshall Jefferson, Honey Dijon, and many others. British television Channel 4 presents a two-part documentary series called "I Was There When House Took Over the World," which chronologically traces the origins and development of house music.  The documentary series follows how the death of disco led to the creation of the iconic sound of electronic and dance music.  The documentary series is divided into two parts - "House Was Born," which focuses on the social and cultural environment, as well as the historical context that influenced the genre's development, and "House Went Global," which tells the story of how house music conquered the charts and dancefloors worldwide. The documentary series features archival footage, visits to iconic locations in Chicago , and interviews with key figures from the scene who were active in the past and to...

 The global myth surrounding EXIT festival was largely built around the extremely careful selection of the electronic music program, thanks to which many epic acts performed at Petrovaradin Fortress. This year’s entire electronic music program has just been presented, with which EXIT has decided to encapsulate the previous two decades and provide visitors with the genre’s most diverse sound, unique live performances, an appreciation of female creativity, premiere performances, as well as a combination of legends, the hottest international artists, and up-and-coming talent. The lineups of the stages dedicated to the highest-quality techno, house, tech-house, drum’n’bass, and trance sound , including Urban Bug, X-bass, IQOS Together X. House, Gaia Trance, and AS FM, have also been revealed. From July 6 to 9, global, regional, and local performers will present the finest of electronic music on these eight stages, led by mts Dance Arena, the unofficial global temple of this sound! A c...

The International Music Summi t recently published its annual report on the electronic music industry in May.  The rise of electronic music on various online platforms, and the industry's record-breaking value exceeding 11 billion dollars.  According to the findings, electronic music represents 39% of festivals, marking a 6% increase in bookings compared to 2021.  However, when examining the Top 100 DJs, female DJs accounted for only 15% of bookings and events, reflecting a 6% decline from 2021.  In terms of total bookings, female DJs experienced a remarkable growth of 199% in terms of the number of guests.  Although this growth is noteworthy, it still falls short when compared to male DJs, who achieved a 344% increase in bookings and hits. IMS acknowledges that securing DJ engagements is a highly competitive business, but these statistics remain concerning despite the observed growth.  IMS reveals that female DJs face pressure to maintain a visually ap...

BLOND:ISH releases the most sustainable vinyl record in the world  The Canadian DJ and producer has released a fully compostable compilation album "Plastic Free Party" made from bacteria.  Developed in collaboration with sustainable collective Evolution Music and vinyl pressing factory Deepgrooves, the compilation uses PHAs, which act as bacterial plastic mimics.  The Canadian non-profit organization Bye Bye Plastics points out that traditional vinyl records are the music medium with the most intense emissions, generating 12 times more greenhouse gases than other music media.  There is no compromise when it comes to sound quality According to the press release, the board will only begin to degrade after prolonged exposure to moisture or if left unprotected in a natural environment. [source]

Ravers in Italia have chosen street parades as a way to protest and express their discontent! FOTO: SMASH Repression, Robi Fog, Niccolò Bussolati, Santano Viperillo After the announcement of the new "anti-rave" law in Italy, which comes into force at the beginning of 2023, Italian partygoers in cities across the country on the Apennine peninsula have decided to express their dissatisfaction. The new article of law 633, which should enter into force early next year, prohibits gatherings in open areas, abandoned buildings and similar locations where illegal raves could be held. Also, people suspected of organizing illegal raves, the new law enables them to be wiretapped. Organized by several French and Italian music collectives, more than 50,000 ravers in Turin, Bologna, Naples, Rome, Palermo and Florence took part in street parades. One of the prominent figures of the "anti-rave" protest is Santano Viperillo from the Naples club "Duel", says: "It is im...