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The limited run from off-kilter vinyl creators Bad World puts the "C" in PVC... Continue reading...

The star had previously teased snippets of the single on TikTok, which will be featured on forthcoming album 'BRAT' Continue reading...

A billboard appeared to unveil the deluxe album, reading: ‘brat and it’s the same but there’s three more songs so it’s not’ Continue reading...

The takeover will see the likes of 070 Shake, A. G. Cook, Bladee, Kelly Lee Owens and The Dare joining the 'Brat' star's headline slot Continue reading...

Shedding her bubblegum pop skin, Charli XCX is hitting the accelerator on a joyride through clubland after landing a coveted headlining DJ set in Ibiza. The chart-topping singer-songwriter has been actively reinventing herself as a DJ after February's explosive Boiler Room debut at a Brooklyn warehouse, where she unveiled her "PARTYGIRL" concept. That show, which broke Boiler Room records and went viral after receiving 40,000 RSVPs, was a full-blown serotonin rush. Charli has now reunited with t

Brats from all over the world are preparing to flock to the cinema when Charli xcx hits the silver screen in The Moment, a new film scored by her frequent collaborator A. G. Cook. The minds behind last year's most explosive album, Brat, is starring in the upcoming movie with help from her new production company, Studio365. The film's plot is unknown at this time, but it was reportedly co-written by Charli xcx herself. While her lyrics were integral to the "Brat summer" movement, the album wouldn

While the plot and other details of the The Moment are being kept under wraps, report suggest the 'Brat' sensation will also star in the film Continue reading...

Charlie Powell has come to represent upbeat rhythms and limitless excitement as the voice of Capital Dance’s main breakfast show, which wakes thousands of listeners all throughout the UK every day. But this is the story of a DJ whose path from teenage bedroom mixers to commanding festival stages has resulted in her much-awaited first LP, Act A Fool, not just another narrative about a radio personality. Act A Fool, which was released on Toolroom Records, one of the most esteemed labels in electr

London based artist, Charlie Sparks is back with a fresh release on his own label, ELEKTRA Records. ‘Jungle Run’ is Sparks’ latest display of his unique blend of vibrant sound textures and energetic beats that have fascinated techno fans all over the world. The song is an exciting fusion of soaring synths, tribal drums, and wild rhythms, as the artist looks to bring the wilderness of the jungle into every listener’s sound system. The creative production sets ‘Jungle Run’ apart, with pulsing life

Just as Techno Divas Charlotte de Witte and Amelie Lens wowed us with a series of B2Bs for early 2025, the Belgium natives give us a taste of their work this month for Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE). The DJs and producers will make an appeareance at ADE PRO to discuss their upcoming collaboration. Charlotte de Witte x Amelie Lens While being label bossladies for their respective labels KNTXT and EXHALE, they have established their own brands that resonate with Techno fans all over the w

Exciting news for techno music fans, Charlotte de Witte and Amelie Lens have revealed their upcoming joint performance at Flanders Expo in Ghent, Belgium. The anticipation has been building for weeks with teasers on social media and hidden messages during their shows, but now the secret is out. We thought it was a single, but now we know it’s much more! This special event is set to be an unparalleled highlight in the techno world. Flanders Expo will be transformed into the biggest techno t

Charlotte de Witte and Amelie Lens two of the most prominent female techno DJs in the industry, sat down together at ADE 2024 to discuss their music careers. The conversation dove into the ups and downs they have faced. They also reflected on insights into the challenges of being women in a male-dominated industry and how they navigated through it. Charlotte and Amelie have both faced comparisons and criticisms throughout their careers. Despite the challenges, they persevered and found succe

Contemporary Belgian techno powerhouses Charlotte de Witte and Amelie Lens come together on a groundbreaking new “One Mind” EP. It arrives on 6th February, in between their back-to-back sets, which take place at Flanders Expo in Ghent on 31st January, 1st February, and 8th February 2025, for which they sold 69,000 tickets. Between them, this pair have very much refined the sound of techno over the last few years. Both hail from Belgium, and both came up through the clubbing scene with their ow

Charlotte de Witte is running it back in New York City after announcing a free pop-up rave. The Belgian techno superstar took over the streets of Manhattan in 2023, throwing down at a surprise block party. Days before a headlining gig in Brooklyn, she's now set to return in partnership with the clothing store Extra Butter, with whom she's shutting down Orchard Street for a free show on Thursday. Beatport has announced they'll be streaming the performance the following day so fans will be able to

Belgian techno powerhouse Charlotte de Witte is set to dominate New York City with an extended series of shows from May 21 to May 24. Known for her hard-hitting techno sets and commanding stage presence, Charlotte will perform at multiple iconic venues across Brooklyn, making this one of her most anticipated US runs yet. The announcement follows a landmark year for Charlotte de Witte, who earlier sold over 70,000 tickets across three nights at Belgium’s Flanders Expo and hosted a spontaneous

Belgian powerhouse Charlotte de Witte will deliver an exclusive performance at [UNVRS] in Ibiza on September 22. This will be her only show on the renowned party Spanish island, Ibiza. Known for her raw, high-impact sound and fiercely minimalist style, Charlotte captivates her audience with an immersive experience that is both unfiltered and powerful. This is a rare occasion to witness her in her purest form, fully dedicated to the music.   Opening of [UNVRS] [UNVRS] Ibiza ma

As the anticipation builds for Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2024, one name is lighting up the Techno scene: Charlotte de Witte. Known globally as a powerhouse in the genre, Charlotte is set to return to Amsterdam with her highly acclaimed KNTXT Turbo Club, a 72-hour marathon that promises an unparalleled experience for fans and Dance music enthusiasts alike. A 72-Hour Techno Marathon KNTXT Turbo Club is not just an event; it’s an experience that encapsulates the essence of Techno cultu

Belgian Techno goddess returns with a haunting and gorgeous EP. Charlotte de Witte showcases the three-track ‘Sanctum‘ EP on her very own label KnTxT. This release, which features producer and vocalist Marion Napoli, follows an outstanding closing performance from de Witte at the main stage of Tomorrowland Brazil. Moreover, Charlotte had an amazing week at Amsterdam Dance Event. KNTXT Turbo Club returned with a 3-day pop-up club at Theater Amsterdam, hosting 4 different parties, featuring 11 art

Ahead of her hotly anticipated return to the iconic Coachella, techno superstar Charlotte de Witte has released a new single, "Roar." Just as a lion's roar can be heard for miles, the track is a uncompromising anthem that commands respect. Far from a timid meow, the track is a signature de Witte banger and an impressive display of her production prowess. Out now via her own KNTXT imprint, "Roar" is a primal scream for the dancefloor, a techno juggernaut that tramples any notion of subtlety. Driv

Last year, Charlotte de Witte put the world on notice when she took over New York City for a very special weekend of festivities. On top of 2 sold-out shows at the iconic Brooklyn Mirage, she also shut down the streets last year with a pop-up block party in the Lower East Side. It seems like this might become an annual tradition as she is set to make her return to New York for another incredible weekend of festivities. To one-up last year’s success, Charlotte de Witte is set to perform this

A suffocating haze of toxic smog in New Delhi will prevent Charlotte de Witte from performing as the city cracks down to halt further environmental damage. The techno superstar's Sunburn Arena performance, which was scheduled for this weekend, has officially been cancelled as the city grapples with the toxic air conditions. "The show in Delhi on Saturday sadly can’t take place. Due to a severe case of air pollution, the government is not allowing any big events to happen," de Witte wrote on Inst

Techno titan Charlotte de Witte has once again taken New York City by storm with a weekend-long takeover that fuses music, fashion, and art. Surprise Street Performance Shuts Down Orchard Street In a repeat of last year’s viral moment, Charlotte de Witte kicked off her NYC takeover with a guerrilla-style pop-up DJ set on Orchard Street. On Thursday evening, hundreds of New Yorkers flocked to the Lower East Side as de Witte performed an hour-long set from a booth positioned in the middle of th

Charlotte de Witte is a pro at captivating audiences around the globe and soon enough she’ll debut her latest concept — KNTXT Turbo Club, an epic 3-day pop-up series during Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2023. The techno powerhouse, DJ/producer, label owner and tastemaker known for her “dark and stripped-back” productions will indeed make her mark on Amsterdam this year — as de Witte’s brainchild KNTXT intends to add to the culture with three unique lineups over October 19 – 21. Details of

Charlotte de Witte’s unrelenting single “No Division” featuring XSALT drops digitally on May 29th while she plays six NYC shows in four days – with different DJ sets across venues from small and intimate to big and uncompromising. The vinyl version (including the Original Mix and Instrumental Mix as a B-side) gets an early release and will be on sale at the shows. “No Division” is the second single from Charlotte’s eponymous long-awaited debut album (out November 7th on her own imprint KNTXT

We are all feeling a bit need for speedy right now. Belgian Techno Mogul Charlotte de Witte just released her forthcoming single ‘Roar‘. After a fantastic 2023, the DJ brings out this massive track that feels like the mutation of ‘Doppler’, ‘Rave on Time‘, ‘Overdrive‘, and ‘High Street’ all together. Long-story short, it’s a fun and massive genre-bending track that makes you feel like you’re at the Formula 1 Grand Prix. Pretty Loud ‘Roar’ ‘ROAR’ is a sonic revolution – a turbo-charged