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Watch the First-Ever “Together For A Better Day” Avicii Tribute Concert With Galantis, Zara Larsson, More
Artists from around the world came together this week to celebrate the life and legacy of Avicii, who has been sorely missed by the global music community since his tragic death in 2018. Hosted at the newly minted Avicii Arena in Stockholm, the inaugural “Together For a Better Day” concert was organized by The Tim Bergling Foundation in order to de-stigmatize mental health and raise awareness of rising rates of suicide in young people. Featured performers included Zara Larsson, Miriam Bryant, and Swedish dance music duo Galantis. Also making an appearance was 15-year-old Ella Tiritiello, who went viral earlier this year for a live rendition of Avicii’s 2015 song, “For A Better Day.” She took the stage alongside Larsson to sing the tra...
EDM Artists Pay Tribute to Virgil Abloh Following Tragic Death: “Your Vision and Creations Changed the World”
Renowned fashion designer, DJ, and entrepreneur Virgil Abloh has passed away at the age of 41 after battling cardiac angiosarcoma, a rare form of cancer. Known for his pioneering work as Louis Vuitton’s first Black artistic director, Abloh’s influence extended far beyond the confines of fashion and deep into the music industry. He was a prolific DJ, performing at many high-profile music festivals and clubs, and frequently collaborating with Kanye West as a creative director for the hip-hop mogul’s creative content company, DONDA. The son of Ghanaian immigrants, Abloh is revered as a trailblazer in the fashion industry, which has been decried by many for its lack of diversity. CNN Style called him “one of fashion’s most powerful Black men.&...
Estate Of MF DOOM Announces Halloween Tribute & Fundraiser Event
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: C Brandon / Getty The loss of MF DOOM sent ripples across the vast Hip-Hop ecosystem and his massive influence on rappers and producers both seasoned and on the rise has been well established. On Halloween of this year, the estate of the late, great lyricist will host a tribute and fundraising event that will benefit the family and legacy of the Supervillain. On October 31, City Station will host the DOOMSDAY event, which is also the anniversary of the artist born Daniel Dumile’s passing. The event will be held in San Francisco’s Mission District neighborhood and will feature over 30 artists sharing their works that were inspired by MF DOOM. There will also be plenty of tunes to enjoy as DJs Abby Imperial, Cutso, Jerry Nice, and King Most will provide the...
Wolfgang Van Halen Marks One Year Since Eddie Van Halen’s Death: “I Miss You So Much It Hurts”
Wolfgang Van Halen has marked today’s one-year anniversary of his father Eddie Van Halen’s passing with a heart-wrenching tribute on social media. In the year since the legendary Van Halen guitarist passed away, Wolfgang’s achievements have been incredible. He scored a No. 1 rock hit with his first single (“Distance”) under his solo moniker Mammoth WVH. His debut album landed at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Rock Albums chart and No. 12 on the overall Billboard 200 tally. And he just completed a tour opening for the mighty Guns N’ Roses, even joining them onstage for “Paradise City” at the last two shows. Sadly, Eddie never had the chance to experience his son’s massive solo success. As Wolfgang points out in his message to his late father, there’s “so many things I wish I could share with you....
Electronic Music Artists Pay Tribute to Cookie Monsta on One-Year Anniversary of Tragic Death
A year ago today, the world said goodbye to one of the foremost thinkers in dubstep. Cookie Monsta‘s label, Circus Records, shocked the dance music community at large with the tragic news that the 31-year-old producer had passed away suddenly. Now, a year later, the scene continues to mourn the renowned bass music producer’s absence, while appreciating the legacy he left behind with his music. Cookie Monsta was nearly in on the ground floor of Circus Records, one of the most impactful imprints which would dramatically shape the trajectory of modern dubstep. The label’s co-founder Doctor P didn’t have to wait long to realize taking a chance on Cookie was one of the best business decisions he could have made. His debut record on the label, Ginger Pubes...
Dutch Techno Pioneer Lady Aïda Dead at 63
Dutch techno music pioneer, writer, and educator Lady Aïda has passed away at 63. The death of the renowned DJ, whose real name was Aïda Spaninks, was confirmed by Eindhovens Dagblad. Spaninks reportedly had battled breast cancer and passed away after a short illness. Spaninks was instrumental in the Netherlands’ techno scene, throwing parties and DJing at festivals in the 1980s and continuing to perform into her 60s. With a staggering collection of over 50,000 vinyl records, she founded Rebelbass, a DJ school in Eindhoven. She also ran the Rebelbass blog on 3voor12 and wrote a monthly column for Eindhovens Dagblad. Her influence on the Dutch techno scene was monumental, helping pave the way for the region’s trance scene to explode on a global level. Lady Aïda wa...
Bruce Springsteen Performs at 9/11 20th Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony: Watch
Bruce Springsteen made a surprise appearance at the September 11th 20th anniversary remembrance ceremony in Lower Manhattan on Saturday. Following a moment of silence for the victims of the terrorist attack, Springsteen took the stage to perform “I’ll See You in My Dreams,” a song from his latest album, Letter to You. Watch footage below. “May god bless our fallen brothers and sisters, their families, their friends and their loved ones,” said Springsteen prior to his performance. Springsteen famously addressed the September 11th attacks on his 2002 album, The Rising, which went on to win Grammy of the Year for Best Rock Album. Advertisement Related Video [embedded content] Share this: You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating shoul...
Rewind: On This Day In 2014, Pierce Fulton Released “Kuaga”
This year the dance music community mourned the loss of Pierce Fulton, a star talent—gone far too soon—whose presence continues to be missed. In 2014 on this day, September 1st, Fulton released his late-summer smash “Kuaga,” according to the song’s Beatport listing. It went on to become one of the most beloved electronic music tracks of the past decade. Like most great works, “Kuaga” was written by Fulton with humble expectations. Derived from Swahili, “Kuaga,” meaning “farewell,” was Fulton’s way of mentally moving on from the current chapter of his professional career. It was the last song of his existing record deal, and he was ready to spread his wings elsewhere. In a 2017 Reddit AMA, he even admitted to thinking of...
The Rolling Stones’ Mick Jagger, Keith Richards Pay Tribute to Charlie Watts
The music world was shaken today when we learned of the death of Charlie Watts, the longtime drummer for The Rolling Stones. There has been an outpouring of reactions to the passing, with celebrities and peers from Paul McCartney to Questlove sharing messages. Now, two of his surviving bandmates have also paid tribute to Watts. In separate Instagram posts, both Mick Jagger and Keith Richards shared images in memory of their longtime bandmate. The former posted an image of a smiling Watts in action, a fitting way to remember the steady stickman known for his constant beaming behind his kit. It’s also nice to know this is how Jagger choose to remember him, rather than the time Watts punched Jagger for calling him “my drummer.” Richards, meanwhile, posted an image of Watts’ drum set with a “C...
Multi-Platinum DJ and Dance Music Producer Ian Carey Dead at 46
Renowned DJ and record producer Ian Carey has died at the age of 46. Beloved for his unique approach to house music production, Carey was a multi-platinum artist who worked with major contemporary music artists such as Taio Cruz, Snoop Dogg, Afrojack, and Timbaland. His breakthrough summertime smash “Keep On Rising,” a track featuring Michelle Shellers and released in 2008, was a highlight in a career of many. Carey’s final release was a remix of “Keep On Rising” by ManyFew and Joe Stone, following a handful of reworks from other electronic music producers. Recommended Articles 2009’s “Get Shaky,” released via Spinnin’ Records under his The Ian Carey Project alias, reached the top ten on the charts in Australia, Bel...
Detroit House and Techno Pioneer K-Hand Dead at 56
Legendary Detroit DJ and electronic music producer K-Hand has died at the age of 56. According to Detroit Metro Times, K-Hand, whose real name was Kelli Hand, is hailed as being “the first woman to release an electronic music record before techno grew into an international fascination.” In summer 2017 Hand was officially dubbed “the First Lady of Detroit” by City Council for her pioneering contributions to techno and house music, as well as her “skills within a male-dominated industry.” She was awarded the city’s Testimonial Resolution, a biographical certificate that lists the accomplishments of a person or organization. The year prior, she was a recipient of the Spirit of Detroit Award along with fellow techno music legends Carl Craig, ...
Slipknot Issue Touching Statement on the Passing of Founding Drummer Joey Jordison, Share Tribute Video
Slipknot have issued a touching statement on the death of founding drummer Joey Jordison, who passed away this week at age 46. The band also shared a tribute video of the late drummer on social media. Jordison was a founding member of Slipknot and played in the band until his departure in December 2013. He later revealed that he suffered from transverse myelitis, a neurological disease that limited his the ability to play the drums. Slipknot released an official statement via Twitter on Friday (July 30th): “Our hearts go out to Joey’s family and loved ones at this time of tremendous loss. Joey Jordison’s art, talent, and spirit could not be contained or be held back. Joey’s impact on Slipknot, on our lives, and on the music that he loved, is incalculable. Without him there would be no us. ...
