デュオ「M.A.N.D.Y.」やレーベル「Get Physical」での活動で知られるドイツのDJ兼プロデューサー、フィリップ・ユング氏が55歳で死去した。この訃報は5月20日、イギリスのDJダミアン・ラザラスによって伝えられた。
ユング氏は1990年代にA&Rとして活動した後、幼馴染のパトリック・ボドマーと共に2000年代初頭にM.A.N.D.Y.を結成し、Get Physicalを立ち上げた。DJ T.、Booka Shadeのアルノ・カンマーマイヤーとヴァルター・メルツィガーらと共同設立した同レーベルは、楽曲重視のダンスミュージックに焦点を当て、2005年にはDJ Mag誌のレーベル・オブ・ザ・イヤーに選出された。代表的なリリースには、ローリー・アンダーソンの「O Superman」やサミムの「Heater」のリミックスなどがある。
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Afrika Bambaataa, a foundational hip-hop DJ, producer and founder of the Universal Zulu Nation, has died at age 67 from complications related to cancer. TMZ first reported the news. Kurtis Blow, executive director of the Hip Hop Alliance, described him as a 'key architect' of the genre's global identity.
West Coast house producer DJ Dan, whose real name was Daniel Wherrett, has died at the age of 57, his representatives confirmed. The announcement came in a statement shared with Billboard on March 29. No cause of death was disclosed.
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Eric Prydz joined Swedish House Mafia's Steve Angello, Sebastian Ingrosso and Axwell for a 17-minute set at Ultra Music Festival 2026 in Miami, marking the original lineup's first performance together in 20 years. The surprise reunion capped a 'festival within a festival' on the mainstage Saturday night. Prydz, who opted out of the group in 2008, thrilled crowds with mashups of classics.
James K has launched a remix album based on his previous release Friend, featuring contributions from Objekt, Jasss, and others. Two tracks, including Objekt's remix of 'Play,' were released today. The full album arrives on April 24 via AD 93.
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Manchester's queer collective Bent Hedonism has unveiled its new imprint, Bent Hedonism Records, with the debut EP from Juan Ramos. Titled Free Elevation, the release will be available on limited vinyl and digital download starting February 27, 2026. The label aims to highlight emerging talent in the North West's queer-led underground scene.
Eartheater has announced a new album titled Heavenly Body: If I’m the Bottle You’re the Message. The record is scheduled for release on July 14 via Chemical X. A new single called Paradise Rains is now available.
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Anyma delivered the world premiere of his new audiovisual production ÆDEN during Coachella 2026's weekend two mainstage set, following the cancellation of his weekend one performance due to strong winds. The late-night show on Friday featured striking visuals blending ancient art and modern technology, along with appearances by LISA, Joji, and others. Special guest LISA joined for the live debut of their collaborative track 'Bad Angel.'