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We've just confirmed Laidback Luke to play an exclusive preparty for Mixmag and DSI guests on Thursday September 2 at Futura as a part of our Mixmag holiday in Ibiza! The set will be followed by a meet and greet with the man himself before jetting off to Cream at Amnesia to see him play alongside Deadmau5 and Eric Prydz.

This is in addition to the rest of the great parties we've managed to pack into 4 days of insanity on the White Isle, such as Annie Mac and Major Lazer at Reclaim The Dancefloor on the Wednesday and a whole bunch of exclusive parties at the Ibiza Rocks Hotel, just for you guys! Did we mention that all these parties are FREE after the initial booking fee?

Don't miss out on the fun! Book your place here

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Submitted by Rebecca B-G on 29 July 2010 - 03:32 This is a Mixmag Story.

One of the UK's most seminal club venues – Sankeys – is taking Manchester to Manhattan and opening Sankeys New York.

A brand new club in the heart of Manhattan's Hell's Kitchen district, the venue aims to bring a touch of the irresistible northern soul that's put Manchester on the world clubbing map to the Big Apple.

With a 1100 capacity, a revolutionary Advanced Audio Technology soundsystem and innovative production techniques, including hydraulic LED video lighting, the former garage space is set to become one the city's most exciting clubs, and promises to maintain the same cutting-edge musical programming that's kept Sankeys, Manchester at the top for so long. DJ A-LUV has already been confirmed as the first of the venue's residents.

Owner Dave Vincent says this is the first step in Sankeys global mission: “Since announcing we had a vision to open other clubs around the world we have been inundated with offers, however, New York was always going to be the first location for Sankeys home from home. Out of all the cities that have made Sankeys what it is, New York has, without a doubt, had the biggest influence on our music, design and technology (such as our Phazon Soundsystem).

We built Sankeys in Manchester with all the great New York DJ’s’ in mind, and most importantly, to make sure that they always feel welcome. Good lessons were learnt at great NYC parties such as Be Yourself at Vinyl from the greatest entertainer of them all, Danny Tenaglia. Sankeys has been organically built around the great traditions of New York... this is now our way of giving New York back what it gave Sankeys, with my own futuristic twisted twist of course…”

To celebrate, this Saturday July 31, the crew at the Manchester club are throwing one massive party Sankeys style. 'I Love NY' sees The Martinez Brothers take up their Manchester residency, while label of the moment Wolf + Lamb will be bringing funk brothers Soul Clap and Zev Eisenberg to inject some classic NY cool.

For all the info on that party, and the new venue, head to sankeys.info

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Submitted by mike monypenny on 29 July 2010 - 03:24 This is a Mixmag Story.

So what if we haven’t sold loads of records, played massive gigs or been paid a bucket load for one night’s work? That doesn’t mean we can’t dress well, for a fraction of the cost. A bit of shameless copy-catting can go a long way.

This is a Mixmag Fashion story. To see the full story click here.

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Submitted by Rebecca B-G on 29 July 2010 - 01:01 This is a Mixmag Story.

Not content to taking over dancefloors worldwide, Swedish House Mafiosi Axwell, Steve Angello and Sebastian Ingrosso's debut single 'One (Your Name)' is storming the charts this week, and the boys have put together this mind-boggling video to go with the release. Directed by fellow Swede Christian Larson, it's actually rather good – and if you want to see a whole lot more of it, you can buy the track online here: itunes.com

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Submitted by mike monypenny on 29 July 2010 - 11:52 This is a Mixmag Story.

Venerable weatherman Michael Fish once again provides his weather predictions for the weekend's upcoming festivities at Marston Airfield in Stratford Upon Avon, as well as throwing a few shapes!

Want to see how the set up is going? Check out some images from the festival site here and a live webcam (which you'll also be able to watch all weekend!) here.

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Submitted by Rebecca B-G on 28 July 2010 - 04:52 This is a Mixmag Story.

Eric Prydz makes a rare UK appearance this Saturday July 31 as his PRYDA label descends on London's Ewer Street Car Park for a massive warehouse rave.

Packing the 3 ROOM complex with a massive soundsystem Prydz is bringing along a collection of house and techno's rising stars, including Gui Boratto and Popof, while other guests include Par Grindvik, Lost Souls and Rossko.

It's the biggest underground party in the capital this weekend, and you and your mates could be there.

We're giving one lucky winner 6 VIP tickets to this huge event, including fast track entry and a £50 bar tab. The winner will also bag themselves a copy of Kompakt 4 and Gui Boratto's new album –
pretty special we're sure you'll agree...

To enter, simply answer this question:

Which of these songs is a famous Eric Prydz track:

- Call On Me
- Call On Wee
- Call On Lee

Send your answer, including full name, phone number, email and DOB, plus the names of the 5 friends you're taking, to mike@mixmag.net with the subject PRYDA WAREHOUSE COMP

Your details will not be used for any other purpose.

To buy tickets for the event, head over to: ticketweb.co.uk

You can find Ewer Steet Car Park here: streetmap.co.uk

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Submitted by mike monypenny on 28 July 2010 - 04:02 This is a Mixmag Story.

The death toll from the last weekend's tragic Love Parade in Duisburg, Germany has risen to 21 after a German woman died in hospital.

Reports now suggest that over 500 party-goers were injured during the stampede at the event, caused when organisers shut the exit to the only entrance tunnel, causing mass panic amid the revellers inside.

Eye-witnesses have been critical of the organisers of the event, which saw minimal police or security presence, and only one site entrance, despite over 1million people reportedly turning up, although no blame has officially been attributed.

For those affected by this event, or who wish to show their support, a memorial service is being organised, and a book of condolence has already been opened.

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Submitted by mike monypenny on 28 July 2010 - 03:00 This is a Mixmag Story.

We Love…TV speaks to Carl Craig and Francesco Tristano about the virtues of technology and it’s place within music, Claude VonStroke runs through the potential pitfalls of laptop DJing, and Ben Gomori & Grahame Farmer emphasise the joys of turntables.

To see more videos from We Love, visit vimeo.com

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Submitted by Rebecca B-G on 28 July 2010 - 12:27 This is a Mixmag Story.

The hottest Japanese restaurant this side of Tokyo – YO! Sushi – has teamed up with Jaguar Skills for FREE street party of small but perfectly formed proportions (It is Japanese after all).

Hitting Central London at 6pm on Thursday July 29 (Tomorrow) the A-team van, a Funktion 1 sound system and the ‘Japarazzi’ will be out in force at the new YO! Sushi on Market Place, Fitzrovia, spreading the summer love with free sushi and free beats courtesy of Jaguar Skills.

What better way to kickstart your weekend a day early? To get involved, head to YO! Sushi, (East) Portland House, 4 Great Portland Street, London, W1W 8QJ between 6-8pm tomorrow.

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Submitted by mike monypenny on 28 July 2010 - 10:50 This is a Mixmag Story.

How to enter:

> Leave a caption in the comments below or on the DSI facebook wall
> The 2 funniest captions will each get a Sony bloggie MHS-CM5 video camera.
> Comp ends Friday 6th August!

We used the new Sony bloggie at SGP and it was rather spiffing, full HD and fits in your pocket!

You can read the full DSI review and watch the video if you - click here
For more info on the Sony bloggie - click here

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Submitted by John Brophy on 28 July 2010 - 07:58 This is a Mixmag Story.

Well, we’ve emerged from the rabbit hole that was Secret Garden Party 2010 battered, bruised, and somewhat tattered around the edges. And all the better for it! My knee is swollen like a grapefruit from an unusual injury, and I lost some cash in a dreamy haze, but, frankly, I’d have it no other way.

To win a Sony bloggie MHS-CM5 in our caption contest - click here.
To read the FULL secret Garden Party review - click here.

 

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Submitted by Rosie Cowling on 28 July 2010 - 12:00 This is a Mixmag Story.

Following the tragic deaths of 19 people at Love Parade in Duisburg, Germany this weekend, Privilege has decided to cancel its Love Parade party out of consideration for those affected.

The full statement reads as follows:

"After tragic events which took place last weekend during the celebration of the mythical Love Parade German festival, the management of Privilege Ibiza have decided to cancel one of the most important parties of their summer schedule: "The Love Parade Party".

The Love Parade Party, that has taken place over the last seasons at Privilege Ibiza, recreated the ambience that the forerunners of the festival tried to imprint on the event from the beginning: a party where freedom, love and the best electronic music take priority over anything else.

Privilege Ibiza´s management team have decided, in an act of responsibility and respect to the victims at Duisburg and their families and friends, to cancel the event that has been scheduled on forthcoming August 14th."

For more info head to privilegeibiza.com

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Submitted by mike monypenny on 27 July 2010 - 05:22 This is a Mixmag Story.

With a fantastic summer of parties already well under way, Ibiza and Mallorca Rocks have announced that drum and bass maestro extraordinaire Sub Focus be playing parties on both islands this September. Hitting the Mallorca Rocks closing Party on September 6 and Ibiza Rocks on September 7, Sub Focus will be joining Pendulum for two massive nights of drum and bass mayhem.

For tickets and more info, visit ibizarocks.com

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Submitted by Rebecca B-G on 27 July 2010 - 11:34 This is a Mixmag Story.

If you haven’t already, we strongly recommend you check out Fenchurch’s online music section.

With new exclusive mixes from Crazy P and the recent Boys Noize signing, Djedjotronic, it’s the place to go to refresh your wardrobe and iPod.

This story is from Mixmag Fashion, to see the article in full, read the hottest fashion news and keep track of the latest trends from the dancefloor, head to mixmagfashion.com

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Submitted by mike monypenny on 27 July 2010 - 10:51 This is a Mixmag Story.

Don’T Stay In Mix Of The Week Volume 045 - Marc Poppcke (Tech House) by Don't Stay In on Mixcloud

Itunes link: itpc://dontstayin.podbean.com/feed

Download this episode (right click and save)

Marc Poppcke caught our eye after posting this excellent mix on soundcloud. Marc has put together this tech house mix especially for the ears of you DSI'ers.

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Submitted by John Brophy on 27 July 2010 - 09:38 This is a Mixmag Story.

19 people were crushed to death and over 340 revelers were injured at the Love Parade festival in Duisburg, Germany this past weekend. At a press conference yesterday, city officials said that of the 19 victims aged between 20 and 40 years old, 16 had been identified. German prosecutors have now launched an investigation into the matter amid accusations that organizers failed to heed repeated warnings by safety experts.

After news of the deaths began to spread, both David Guetta and Boys Noize cancelled their appearances at the festival. Mark Knight said the organisers of the Love Parade were 'quite adamant' his set should begin, even as people were dying in a mass crush only a few hundred yards away. In a statement about the tragedy, Love Parade organiser Rainer Schaller said: "The Love Parade has always been a peaceful party, but it will for ever be overshadowed by the accident, so out of respect for the victims the Love Parade will never take place again."

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Submitted by Rebecca B-G on 26 July 2010 - 02:30 This is a Mixmag Story.

Tracklistings Presented and mixed by Digby

The latest Mixmag podcast is here! Border Community’s James Holden informs Digby how he likes to produce in his underpants. Jimmy Edgar tells us what records he would take with him if he was Marooned on Mars in a rather personal way. News editor Nick has the latest on the rift between P. Diddy and Dom Jolly over Vodka and Editor at large Ralph brings us the upcoming Kanye West record. Three rooms of top new dance music.

To download the podcast, simply click on the link above. Enjoy!

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Submitted by Rebecca B-G on 26 July 2010 - 11:27 This is a Mixmag Story.

Every weekend Mixmag Fashion's tireless photographers scour the country to hunt out the finest outfits on the dancefloor…

This story is from Mixmag Fashion, to see all the pics from the latest Like My Look in full, read the hottest fashion news and keep track of the latest trends from the dancefloor, head to mixmagfashion.com

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Submitted by mike monypenny on 23 July 2010 - 04:21 This is a Mixmag Story.

This August Bank Holiday the crew behind Creamfields descend on Victoria Park, London to bring the city a brand new live music event – L.E.D Festival. With a line-up that includes performances from David Guetta, Tiga, Soulwax, Axwell, Goldfrapp, Aphex Twin and the live London return of Leftfield, it's set to be one of the highlights of the summer.

Now you could be joining those illustrious names, as L.E.D have hooked up with Juno and Let's Mix to give one aspiring DJ the chance to play at the festival on Saturday August 28.

To enter, simplk record a 25-40minute mix of your chosen style and upload it to the website at letsmix.com where L.E.D's team of experts will then listen to it, dance to it, make love to it, and maybe even declare it the WINNER.

For all the rules about the competition, and to find out more info about L.E.D, simply head to letsmix.com and ledfestival.net

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Submitted by mike monypenny on 23 July 2010 - 03:08 This is a Mixmag Story.

A brand new autumn electronic events series – Bristol In Motion – launches this October with a mammoth line-up set to rival the pioneering Warehouse Project for dance music supremacy.

Running from October 1 – December 11, Bristol In Motion will feature a series of weekly events curated by a host of national and international dance music heavyweights. The guys behind BLOC weekend, London's eletro-tech pioneers BuggedOut!, dubstep colussus Pinch's Subloaded brand and dnb titans Hospitality are among the swathe of club brands who'll be bringing everything from dubstep, through dnb, electro, house and techno to the first city of bass, Bristol, each week.

Setting up home at the city's infamous Motion Skate Park – a BMX and skateboard park by day – ravers will be spoilt for choice with beats across four arenas, from a spectacular outdoor terrace, through an tunnel, cave, to the epic ramp room itself.

Also joining the party are Mixmag club favourites Just Jack and Shit The Bed. "Bristol in Motion aims to showcase serious music in a not so serious manner, throwing carnival style events that will attract music lovers from the far corners of the country and beyond," says curator Rag Satguru.

For all the line-up info, as it happens, head to bristolinmotion.com

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Submitted by mike monypenny on 23 July 2010 - 10:55 This is a Mixmag Story.