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Principles of IT Leadership 2020 goes Digital
Over the last few years, IT has become an essential part of every businesses journey towards digital transformation. In fact, Gartner reports that globally 90% of organizations are making it a priority. This means that now, more than ever before, companies are on the lookout for innovative solutions to outdated issues. Yet, despite the obvious interest, reports suggest that roughly 50% of business’s IT projects fail. And the question is, why? As technology evolves, there’s little doubt that it can provide modern and forward-thinking tools, however, it’s up to the leaders in IT to ensure that their solutions are fully understood and implemented if they want to succeed. This means that IT directors and managers have an increasingly vital role to play within organisations as they become...
Claude VonStroke, Justin Martin, Loco Dice, More Announced on Lineup for Movement At Home
From the birthplace of techno music to the blue light of our computers and tablets, Detroit music festival Movement has gone virtual. The fabled fest, which has solidified itself as the premier house and techno festival in America over the years, recently announced its new livestream event, Movement At Home. Organizers from Movement have now unveiled the livestream’s lineup, which is nothing short of spectacular. Movement has taken place every Memorial Day Weekend since 2006, but its 2020 iteration was effectively crumpled by the impact of COVID-19. Back on March 19th, organizers announced the heartbreaking news that the festival could no longer go on as planned and announced its rescheduled dates, September 11th to 13th. “We share your heartbreak over this abrupt change, but t...
Do LaB Announces DGTL LIB Virtual Festival Featuring Kaytranada, The Glitch Mob, TOKiMONSTA, and More
Do LaB’s Lightning in a Bottle announced today that it’s returning for Memorial Day Weekend to deliver its notoriously impeccable vibes to its largest audience yet. Albeit in a digital livestream format, the event arrives just in time to breathe life back into the end of May for dance music fans. The popular Southern California gathering was canceled earlier this year as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, leaving many fans to wonder if the festival would return at all. For the Do LaB to drop a doozy of a lineup like this one now gives the many who love this event to hold onto hope for its future. Producers representing the upper echelon of today’s hottest dance music will be showcased May 22nd to May 24th alongside world-class yogis, kundalini instructors, cooking lessons, cultural teachin...
MLB’s Texas Rangers to Host “Concert In Your Car” Series at Stadium Parking Lot
The newly finished Globe Life Field, home of the Texas Rangers, is set to begin hosting socially distanced concerts in the stadium parking lot. The “Concert In Your Car” series starts in June and will host Eli Young Band, Josh Abbott Band & Kevin Fowler, Whiskey Myers, and Pat Green. The framework will allow fans to watch the concerts from the comfort of their vehicles. A stage in the parking lot, video projections, and an FM audio transmission of the music will all be in place to connect attendees with the show. The strategy presents a potential blueprint for concert organizers looking to successfully navigate the challenges associated with the current COVID-19 environment. The Arlington-based stadium was originally scheduled to open on March 23rd, 2020 for spri...
The 8 Best Moments From ‘A Night of Covenant House Stars’
Jon Bon Jovi, Dolly Parton, Meryl Streep and more stars united over livestream on Monday (May 18) for “A Night Of Covenant House Stars,” a concert benefiting the Covenant House charity. Actors like Streep and Diane Keaton read written letters from kids about their experiences with homelessness, while musicians and Broadway talent performed together (remotely). Hosted by Broadway veteran Audra McDonald and 60 Minutes anchor John Dickerson, “A Night Of Covenant House Stars” was part of the initial slate of programming for the new streaming service Broadway On Demand. Covenant House provides “housing, food and healthcare to children and youth facing homelessness and the heroism of front-line staff working around the clock to keep them safe during the COVID-19 crisis.” Below, ...
Wakaan Music Festival Officially Postponed Due to COVID-19
Liquid Stranger has just announced that the 2020 edition of his Wakaan Music Festival will be postponed until next year due to COVID-19. Citing the health and safety of fans, performers, and organizers as the main reason for the postponement, the Swedish bass trailblazer shared the unfortunate news across his social media channels. While many were disappointed by the news, the bass community delivered an outpouring of support for both Liquid Stranger and his signature brand. Wakaan Music Festival will now take place from September 29th to October 2nd, 2021. Liquid Stranger has encouraged fans to stay tuned to the festival’s social media pages as he plans to provide updates later in the year. Wakaan fans feeling nostalgic can check out our review of last year’s sublime Wakaan Mu...
The Final Day of the EDC Las Vegas VIrtual Rave-A-Thon is Now Live
After two superb nights of decadent digital partying, the EDC Las Vegas Virtual Rave-A-Thon is nearing its end. From tonight until the early morning, some of the finest electronic artists across many different genres will close out the monumental virtual celebration of live dance music. For the grand finale, Insomniac is hosting performances from main stage staples David Guetta and Afrojack, sets from multi-genre maestros Seven Lions and TOKiMONSTA, and a trip to the abyss with bass titans SVDDEN DEATH and 12th Planet. Fans of the heavier side of the dance music spectrum are in for a treat as the first of the aforementioned bass artists will be unleashing a rare VOYD-branded exhibition on the masses. The EDC Las Vegas Virtual Rave-A-Thon kicks off tonight at 5PM PST (8P...
[Watch] Day Two of the EDC Virtual Rave-A-Thon is Now Live
After a huge opening day, the EDC Las Vegas Virtual Rave-A-Thon is now live for day two. Riding the hot streak of his recent debut album A World Away, Ekali is conducting the opening honors and sweeping away fans into what should be an entrancing day of performances. Following Ekali will be Whethan, JSTJR, Dombresky, Wax Motif, Malaa, and Benny Benassi, who has new music to show off, like his freshly released single “Just Miss Love.” The lineup’s second half includes Kaskade, Don Diablo, KSHMR, Flosstradamus, Vini Vici, i_o, and global techno icon Nicole Moudaber. Although EDC Las Vegas will be entirely virtual this year, Insomniac Events is pulling out all the stops to make EDC 2020 unforgettable. It was a heyday for bass music yesterday as NGHTMRE B2...
Destructo Is Streaming a Marathon “Sunrise Sermon” Set This Sunday
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Destructo has been doing everything he can to keep spirits high, including an early morning “Breakfast Club” livestream and a virtual edition of his patented Sunrise Sermon sets. The FriendShip founder is now bringing Sunrise Sermon back to the virtual stage this Sunday for a marathon livestream set. The special performance will feature upgraded production and special surprise guests, including several from his All My Friends festival and FriendShip lineups, who will be joining Destructo from the comfort of their own homes. Pour up some OJ, crack open some fresh eggs onto a sizzling skillet, and start your day the right way with some signature Destructo house music. Set your alarm for 8:30AM ET (5:30AM PST) and tune into the...
The EDC Las Vegas Virtual Rave-A-Thon Is Now Live
The EDC Las Vegas Virtual Rave-A-Thon livestream event is officially underway! Kicking things off in typical thrilling Insomniac style is NGHTMRE and Ghastly, who are going B2B for a colossal collaborative set. Today’s livestream will also feature ARMNHMR, K?D, Chris Lorenzo, Claude VonStroke, Tcahmi, Zeds Dead, Oliver Heldens, Valentino Khan, Deorro, Boombox Cartel. Subtronics, Borgore, and ZHU, who probably has some tricks up his sleeve after releasing his first single of 2020 today. You can stream the fest and check out the set times below, and treat this post as your one-stop shop for all things EDC Las Vegas Virtual Rave-A-Thon. The virtual festival will continue through the weekend until its conclusion at Sunday, May 17th at 2AM PST (8PM ET to 5AM ET). EDC Virtua...
Mr. Carmack and NOODLES are Bringing Prom to You for “One Virtual Night Only”
For some, prom is something high schoolers look forward to since beginning their four-year journey. With COVID-19 shutdowns, that capstone opportunity has been taken away. Fear not, because Mr. Carmack is here to save the day by teaming up with NOODLES to throw their own virtual prom as an alternative for all those students missing out, and even those who want to relive their glory years. The 3-hour night to remember will be hosted on NOODLES’ Twitch channel Saturday, May 16th from 6-9 PM PST. “I chose this date because it’s my high school’s real prom date! Shout out James Logan High School + SOTA High School in SF,” wrote NOODLES in her Instagram post. Get ready for an evening of music, dresses, and suits with prom attire heavily encouraged. If you do end up dre...
Marshmello, Alesso, and The Chainsmokers are Joining Chantel Jeffries’ Virtual Dinner Party
Fresh off her new single “Come Back to Me,” a bubbly future pop jam featuring Los Angeles-based songstress Shaylen and released via Universal, Chantel Jeffries is now hosting a star-studded virtual dinner party to celebrate the track. Inviting Marshmello, Alesso, and The Chainsmokers along for her virtual feast, Jeffries teamed up with DoorDash, who is donating meals to families in need through their partnership with Feeding America. You can tune into the livestream event below. DoorDash also partnered with Chili’s to curate an exclusive menu for the virtual dinner party, which viewers can actually order through DoorDash’s mobile app to recreate the experience from home. Along with the aforementioned electronic dance music sup...
