After a controversial clause raised AI concerns, SoundCloud promises it won’t use artist content to train AI—reaffirming its commitment to creator control and transparency.
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Burning Man Faces Backlash After Official Ticket Reseller Accidentally Double-Taxes Buyers
Burning Man’s official ticket resale system, STEP, mistakenly charged buyers the Live Entertainment Tax twice due to a backend error. While refunds are being issued, the incident has reignited community calls for transparency and trust in the event’s ticketing process.
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Event Organizer of the Month: Habitas (May 2025 edition)
Event Organizer of the Month: Habitas (May 2025 edition)
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Music Manager of the Month: David Hohme (May 2025 edition)
Music Manager of the Month: David Hohme (May 2025 edition)
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Track of the Month: “Speed Of Sound” by El Mundo & Zazou – (May 2025 edition)
Track of the Month: “Speed Of Sound” by El Mundo & Zazou – (May 2025 edition)
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Record Label of the Month: Shanti Mansion (May 2025 edition)
Record Label of the Month: Shanti Mansion (May 2025 edition)
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Artist of the Month: Kora (May 2025 edition)
Artist of the Month: Kora (May 2025 edition)
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Airbnb Partners With Lollapalooza for First Global Live Music Experience Program
Airbnb has partnered with Lollapalooza to launch artist-led fan experiences across festivals in Berlin, Mumbai, São Paulo, and Chicago—redefining global music tourism and fan engagement.
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Drug-Checking Barriers at EDM Festivals: New Study Reveals Systemic Challenges Amid Overdose Crisis
A groundbreaking study at Sonic Bloom Festival reveals key obstacles—cost, legality, and festival policies—that prevent EDM attendees from using drug-checking tools, highlighting a need for broader harm reduction efforts.
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East Meets West: RANIUM’s Journey Through Rhythm, Identity, and Tradition
East Meets West: RANIUM’s Journey Through Rhythm, Identity, and Tradition
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