Disc Jockeys

Across the continent, crowds are flocking to events organized on social media and messaging apps, despite risks and a backlash. Source

The D.J.’s interviews on Apple’s Beats 1 have gone from promotional stops to opportunities for deep thoughts, anchored by an impulse to share his own story. Source

The pandemic halted in-person gatherings, but a new type of party was born on social media, with rap stars leading the charge. Source

The widely beloved D.J., producer and booster championed the sounds of his hometown and served as a trusted tastemaker, in Michigan and around the globe. Source

Local stations have cut down on D.J.s coming to the studio, but playlists and personalities are holding strong as small stations get a chance to build bigger audiences. Source

As many are quarantining or socially distancing themselves to curb the spread of the coronavirus, the party has moved to social media. Source

Nazira is one of the hottest bookings in Europe’s club scene. She’s bringing the carefree spirit of the Continent’s dance floors home with her. Source

On Valentine’s Day in 1970, David Mancuso hosted a private party that turned his downtown loft into a crucial part of dance-music history. Source

Sweden is one of Europe’s least religious countries. Pastors there are using pop and rock music at Masses to try to attract a younger crowd. Source


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