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Save The Music Foundation: Empowering Youth With The J Dilla Tech Grant

The music world has a plethora of opportunities available when it comes to career opportunities; an industry that can offer both creative and entrepreneurial pursuits not only for working adults, but promising futures for youth interested in working in the industry. Unfortunately, these opportunities are not available for many, as

Interview: Five Minutes with FAIR GAME

Producer FAIR GAME has premiered his latest track ‘Breathe’ with The Playground on Monday, August 26. ‘Breath’ comes off his EP Ode To My Youth, released August 27th, that features four reflective, downtempo offerings. The atmospheric appeal of the release is perhaps a product of his Cape Town roots, a

Interview: Five Minutes with Leanne Tennant

UK born singer-songwriter Leanne Tennant has just released her latest single, ‘Bring It All Back’ via LT Records on the 22nd of August. The track heralds the coming of a new album from Tennant while following in the footsteps of melancholic ‘Cherry Cola’. ‘Bring It All Back’ was premiered via,

Spotify In Hot Water: Eminem’s Publishers Eight Mile Style File Copyright Infringement Lawsuit

Recently, streaming giant Spotify has found itself in the news more often than usual: following an insensitive ad campaign, feature rollbacks that were initially intended to empower artists; and most recently, and in an upsetting move – filing an appeal against a ruling by The Copyright Royalty Board that would

Blanck Mass Explores The Chaos Of Vibrant Existentialism In ‘Animated Violence Mild’

Blanck Mass | Animated Violence Mild | Sacred Bones Records Release Date: 16th August, 2019 Image Credit: Alex De Mora The world we as human beings have sculpted finds itself in a constant state of flux; the uncertainty of destruction, breaking down the shaky foundations which we have created simmers

[PREMIERE & INTERVIEW] EZZYLAND – SPEEDRUN

Sidharth Ezhilan is the multi-disciplinary artist behind the undefinable EZZYLAND project out of Chennai, India. Having played alongside the likes of Om Unit, Kutmah and Compa, ezzyℒand is a name you will want to keep in mind. We are excited to announce the release of ‘SPEEDRUN’ and share with you

[Premiere] Verasect – Catch Your Breath (Dobie Remix)

New York native Verasect presents the spirited remix of ‘Catch Your Breath’ by legendary British producer Dobie, premiering today on The Playground. Dobie’s remix of ‘Catch Your Breath’ is a dynamic reinterpretation opening with impactful organic drums and moody, heart-rending piano chords. The ethereal vocals drift through the rich soundscape

Interview: Five minutes with JBXDR

German drummer and electronic producer, JBXDR is just about to release his latest single, ‘Pocketcall’ via Springstoff. The experimental musician was formally trained in jazz drumming at Berklee College of Music in Massachusetts​ before he went on to begin creating his own original work, showering his fans in unique drum

Hate Speech In The Music Industry: Die Antwoord’s Disturbing Viral Video

In all creative spaces; whether they be focused on art, music, theatre and more – there is and always has been ingrained elements of discrimination and unfair treatment of those participating – whether judged on their gender, sexual orientation or race, it’s unfortunate that this kind of behaviour is still

Music Streaming Giants Reject Royalty Increase: Appeal With 92 Page Document

While having access to a plethora of music at our fingertips is an incredible service to fans throughout the world; this new age of music consumption keeping up with our ever advancing technology – we may see it as a step forward for both ourselves, and the amazing musicians who

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