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As it enters the new year, London music venue 77 has announced its 2026 opening schedule, continuing its focus on music-led events within a purpose-built space designed around sound, lighting and a deep connection between artist and crowd.

After a hugely successful inaugural Autumn/Winter season, the new programme continues 77’s commitment to bringing together a community of dedicated music fans, showcasing house and techno from internationally respected artists in a space crafted for an immersive music experience.

Alongside its in-house programme, 77 will also be partnering with Zamna and Lone Collective, marking the beginning of a new series of collaborative event nights that bring globally recognised brands and distinctive curatorial identities into the space.

Successful event ACASO have also chosen 77 as their preferred destination, adding further depth and profile to the line-up and cementing the venue’s reputation as a trusted home for electronic music.

January is led by a standout collaboration on Saturday 24 January with Lone Collective and the globally recognised Zamna brand which hosts immerse showcases across the globe.

February sees house and techno royalty step into the booth, including US pioneer Dennis Ferrer on Friday 6 February as he brings his timeless, soul-driven sound to Marylebone. Later in the month, Magdalena and Yvonne Simone land on Friday 20 February with a refined blend of melodic depth and groove-led energy. The cult Zamna brand then returns on Friday 27 February.

March continues the momentum with line-ups including CIZA, Julya Karma, Nowa, Trikk and Novak, with Julya Karma, Nowa and Trikk all part of the Innervisions label family, reinforcing 77’s commitment to genre-spanning programming.

More artists and events will be announced across the coming weeks, with the opening setting the tone for what promises to be a defining year ahead.

77 A-Z Lineup 2026

ACASO
Amirita
AYA
CIZA
Culoe De Song
Dennis Ferrer
Indigenous
Julya Karma
Kasango
Le Blanc
Lone Collective
Magdalena
Novak
Nowa
Temple Tales Presents
Trikk
Vidojean
Yvonne Simone
Zamna

After a sold old debut, the second edition raises the bar with Josh Baker, Prospa, Gene On Earth, Oden & Fatzo (Live), Eliza Rose, Fleur Shore, Girls Don’t Sync, Kolter, Lee Foss, Sidney Charles and more set to play in 2026

29 April – 4 May

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Following a standout debut in 2025, Higher Love Festival returns to the sun-soaked shores of Malta for its second edition with a heavyweight Phase 1 lineup for 2026. Running from 29 April to 4 May, the festival once again takes over multiple stunning locations across the island and mixes up world-class electronic music with sunrise-to-starlight dancing, glistening coastlines, next level food and a like-minded crowd.

Curated by Sammy Porter alongside the team behind leading promoters LoveJuice, Higher Love is an all-encompassing European festival experience – think pool parties under blazing sun, open-air shows by the sea, boat parties with beats rolling across the water and secret afterparties that stretch long into the night.

Phase 1 lineup highlights include fresh tech house from new school tastemakers such as Josh Baker, Prospa, Eliza Rose, Fleur Shore, Girls Don’t Sync, Kolter, Lee Foss, Sidney Charles, Riordan, Wheats, Julian Fijma, Paige Tomlinson, Obskür and a special live show from Oden & Fatzo with five headliners still to be revealed in Phase 2.

The week closes in style with an unmissable Closing Party at Boat Club, Café Del Mar, featuring G Chase, Harty, Mazos, Mike Younger, O’Neil McDowall and Sonny Kane.

Higher Love also brings a stacked schedule of stage takeovers from cutting-edge brands including 23 Degrees, After Caposile, Appetite, Binary, Boat Club, Creche, Club Roto, Groovin, Indigenous, INLV, Lab 54, LoveJuice, Modern Funktion, Secret Sessions and WYLD who will all bring their own flavours and add to a diverse, forward-thinking soundtrack across the island.

This weekend escape is a perfect way to kick off the 2026 festival season in a gorgeous setting with an already essential line up, and more is to come soon.

Sign up now at wearehigherlove.com, with tickets on sale on Tuesday, 13th January.

Quarters Brighton, the newest venue from Amaad Venues, is proud to announce a pioneering partnership with AudioActive, the South East’s leading non-profit music organisation dedicated to empowering young people and emerging artists through music. This collaboration brings together Quarters’ commitment to world-class live music experiences with AudioActive’s expertise in youth development, mentoring, and creative opportunity.

Together, Quarters and AudioActive will curate events led by AudioActive members, with both talent and crew coming from the organisation and supported by Quarters, giving young people hands-on experience in planning, staffing, and delivering live music showcases. The partnership will provide paid internships offering real-world experience across all aspects of running and managing a professional venue, while creative opportunities, including rehearsal and recording spaces, content creation for personal platforms, and guest list access, ensure music remains accessible to those who need it most.

This partnership will create concrete, actionable opportunities that give young people genuine ownership of the Quarters space and the chance to shape its cultural impact. From the outset, Quarters has aimed to be more than just a club, actively contributing to its local community and providing a platform where the South Coast music scene can flourish.

AMAAD Co-Founder, Paul Jack said, “When we started building Quarters, the aim was never just to open another club. We wanted a space that really belongs to the community. AudioActive’s mission and the young people they support align perfectly with what we’re trying to create in Brighton. Together, we’re building real opportunities, real pathways, and a place where new talent can grow, perform, and genuinely shape the city’s music culture.”

Michelle Hunter, Director of Programmes, Communications and Marketing at AudioActive said, “Quarters share our belief that young people deserve genuine access to the spaces shaping our music culture. This partnership creates real, paid opportunities across performance, production and venue operations  not just for artists, but for the next wave of industry talent. It’s the kind of collaboration that strengthens a city’s cultural ecosystem and makes the South Coast a place where young creatives can grow and be seen.”

Every guest list allocation at Quarters will include a £5 donation to AudioActive, with all contributions tracked and shared to highlight the partnership’s tangible impact. Industry mentoring and classes will see AMAAD staff and music professionals hosting sessions and talks, connecting young members directly with artists and leaders shaping the future of electronic and live music.

Since opening in September 2025, Quarters has already made its mark with an innovative programme of live and electronic events, featuring artists such as Shy FX, Laurent Garnier, Swimming Pool, Everything Everything, The Sherlocks and The Callous Daoboys.

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In 2026, Ministry of Sound will take its sound to the world with an unprecedented year-long, 35-city world tour. Spanning six continents and some of the planet’s most famed venues, the tour marks the first time Ministry has hit the road on this scale, a milestone celebration of 35 years at the forefront of electronic music and club culture.

Kicking off January 31st, the tour launches in Dubai with an open-air, festival-style event beneath Ain Dubai, the world’s tallest observation wheel. Heading up the bill are New York house master Dennis Ferrer and his fellow US compatriot Armand Van Helden. DJ Tennis is set to bring his eclectic selections to the mix, while HoneyLuv brings her signature groove-driven sets. South African selectors Caiiro, Da Cap and Enoo Napa unite for a B3B experience, complemented by Brazilian talent Aline Rocha, Dubai-based deep house duo Arcade 82, and more. From there, the tour travels across Europe, North America, Latin America, Africa, Asia and Australia, carrying this energy around the globe throughout the year.

Born in a disused South London bus depot in 1991, Ministry of Sound helped redefine nightlife with an uncompromising focus on sound quality and innovation. Over the past 35 years, it has grown into one of the most recognisable names in global youth culture, selling over 70 million albums, welcoming more than half a million visitors annually, generating billions of streams worldwide, and becoming synonymous with the most recognisable club brand on the planet.

Says Jared McCulloch, Head of Live at Ministry of Sound. “This tour is about taking Ministry of Sound back out into the world. For 35 years, we’ve been a benchmark for club culture, and now feels like the right moment to show that spirit on a global stage again. Each stop gives us a chance to remind people what Ministry of Sound really stands for, the energy, the sound, the full experience, wherever they are in the world.”

This landmark tour serves as a living exhibition of dance culture that connects generations of clubbers and showcases how the Ministry ethos continues to inspire new communities around the world.

For the latest information on Ministry of Sound’s 35 City World Tour, head to the website: https://www.ministryofsound.com/

January 31st

Ain Dubai
Dennis Ferrer
Armand Van Helden
DJ Tennis
HoneyLuv
Caiiro b3b Da Capo b3b Enoo Napa (B3B Experience
Aline Rocha
Arcade 82
Hodges

TOUR COUNTRIES

Argentina
Australia
Bahrain
Brazil
Canada
Czech Republic
Egypt
Finland
Greece
Indonesia
Ireland
Jordan
Lebanon
Malta
Mexico
Oman
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
Scotland
Serbia
Singapore
Spain
Switzerland
Thailand
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom
United States

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After a record-breaking year, the scene-leading Reggae Land returns to the Milton Keynes National Bowl on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August 2026 for its sixth and biggest edition yet. The UK’s largest Reggae and Caribbean culture festival will once again welcome 100,000 fans across the weekend and unite an unrivalled curation of world-class talent, island flavours and community spirit for two days of unforgettable music and culture. Tickets are on sale now at www.reggaeland.co.uk 

Reggae Land is by far the biggest reggae festival in the UK and one of the largest in Europe, and 2026 will mark its most ambitious year yet. The full artist line-up will be announced in January and promises to be the largest yet, expanding from 90 artists in 2025 to 120+ artists in 2026, all spread across seven stages with increased production, sound, facilities and immersive decor. 

In the meantime, the first announcement for 2026 focuses on major expansions across the site including brand-new stages and the festival’s largest programme to date. This year, Reggae Land introduces the Dancehall Stage, a brand-new open-air, dedicated dancehall arena with a 7,000 capacity, delivering a huge new space for high-energy performances and culture. Then comes Bob’s Bar Stage, a new indoor stage paying tribute to the roots of reggae, giving roots reggae and lovers rock their own dedicated home at Reggae Land.

The full 2026 programme will once again showcase the entire spectrum of Caribbean sound and culture from roots and rocksteady to dancehall, dub, jungle and beyond with world-renowned names appearing alongside rising stars and genre innovators.

Since its move to The National Bowl in 2023, Reggae Land has transformed the historic open-air venue into a Caribbean wonderland. The Bowl’s natural amphitheatre provides unmatched acoustics and panoramic views, while its central location offers easy access for festival goers from across the UK and beyond. Beyond the music, the site comes alive with a Caribbean food village, rum bars and cocktail shacks, a reggae flea market, a reggae museum and a VIP zone creating a full sensory journey through Caribbean culture, rhythm and flavour.

Say JBM Music, the festival’s organisers: “Every year we push ourselves to make Reggae Land bigger, better, and more vibrant for everyone who joins us. As the festival grows, we’re determined to give even more back to the amazing community that powers this event. By expanding the line-up and adding new stages, we’re bringing more music, more culture, and more energy than ever before.””

With its unique blend of live performances, cultural showcases and community spirit, Reggae Land 2026 is set to be the most complete and immersive deep dive into rhythm, roots and the unity that shapes the music.

Tickets are expected to sell out fast so secure your place at www.reggaeland.co.uk 

Martin Garrix, Nico Moreno, Mosimann, Marshmallow, Amelie lens, PLK, Vladimir Cauchemar,

Pardon My French by DJ Snake and more to come

Cannes, France – 7, 8, 9 August 2026

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Les Plages Électroniques is France’s most iconic beach festival and now it unveils the first wave of artists set to perform at its landmark 20th anniversary edition next August in Cannes. Returning to the sands of the Côte d’Azur, the festival continues its legacy of blending world-class electronic talent with a uniquely Mediterranean atmosphere.

7 August 2026 will see Martin Garrix headline. He is one of the world’s most influential EDM superstars, known for global chart-topping hits and headline performances at the biggest festivals worldwide and will be joined by Nico Moreno,  a leading force in the new wave of industrial techno, recognised for his fast, hard-hitting sets that dominate underground stages across Europe. Mosimann is next and is the Swiss DJ, producer and vocalist celebrated for his hybrid live sets and genre-blending approach, merging house, pop and electronic performance.

8 August 2026 welcomes Multi-platinum producer and global dance icon Marshmello whose crossover hits have earned billions of streams and collaborations with the world’s biggest artists. Then comes Belgium’s Amelie Lens, one of techno’s most powerful modern figures, known for her hypnotic, high-energy sets and commanding presence on the world’s largest stages. Chart-topping French rapper PLK also brings his signature melodic flow and sharp lyricism to the Riviera while Vladimir Cauchemar is a producer and performer known for his flute-driven trap sound and visually striking aesthetic.

9 August 2026 sees DJ Snake present Pardon My French as the global superstar returns to the Croisette with his famed PMF collective, bringing high-energy bass, trap and dance music to close the festival.

This summer marks two decades since Les Plages Électroniques began as a small local gathering in 2006. Today, the festival welcomes more than 60,000 attendees from around the world and presents over 90 artists annually across six stages spanning the beach, rooftops, the Palais des Festivals and the open sea.

Set between the Bay of Cannes and the Croisette, the festival has become a defining symbol of summer in the South of France with an immersive experience from beach sunsets to late-night afterparties inside the Palais.

The 20th anniversary edition will celebrate the festival’s heritage while pushing forward with enhanced production, new stage concepts, special collaborations and commemorative moments honouring two decades of creativity and connection.

In August 2026, the Croisette will once again transform into one of Europe’s biggest dancefloors as the countdown begins for the festival’s most anticipated edition yet.

Booka Shade (Live), James Zabiela, Solardo, Dense & Pika, Fat Tony, Emerald, Matt Jam Lamont, Heartless Crew, The Ragga Twins and more all play on New Years Eve

Space Ibiza will return to London on 31 December for a one-night New Year’s Eve event at Eutopia Warehouse, the new 4,000-capacity indoor-outdoor cultural complex in Barking. The event marks Space’s first London appearance in nearly three years and features one of the city’s largest NYE lineups with a truly authentic mix of artists bringing the famous Space Ibiza sound to life in high definition. Tickets are on-sale now at https://ra.co/events/2267045.

This exclusive show will take place across three transformed warehouse arenas and an outdoor courtyard with a multi-genre programme inspired by Space Ibiza’s historic opening and closing fiestas. The lineup brings together long-standing Space favourites with key figures from London’s electronic music communities and spans techno, house, UKG, jungle and drum & bass.

Headline acts include Space OGs such as Booka Shade (Live) and James Zabiela, new school tech house titans Solardo, pounding techno from Dense & Pika, plus influential UK artists such as Fat Tony, Blumitsu, Comacattz, Matt Jam Lamont, DJ Brockie & MC Det, Heartless Crew, The Ragga Twins, Emerald, MC Creed, MC CKP, MC DT and Pied Piper across a full jungle, d&b and UKG spectrum. The night will also feature sets from Space and Sun City residents including Andrew Kay, Bowditch, DJ Wigman, Fro, Gerrardo, Petchy and Spidey G.

Speaking about the return to the UK, Space Ibiza’s Juan said: “In the early days of Ibiza the British were so important in laying the foundations for the dance music scene on the Island. Throughout the years at Space, they always brought such a special energy to our dance floor and so we love to come back to the UK whenever we can and especially London with its musical history. We are so happy that we will be there on NYE with some old favourites like Booka Shade and James Zabiela as well as lots of London legends like Brockie, Det and Matt Jam Lamont… it’s going to be a great party!”

The event will run from 4pm to 5am, with music across all arenas from 6pm. The covered courtyard will operate until 10pm, and an official afterparty will be announced. VIP tickets include a champagne reception, fast-track entry, backstage mezzanine access and a Space Ibiza merchandise package.

Eutopia Warehouse, which opened this year following a £1.5 million redevelopment, spans three interlinked industrial spaces equipped with d&b Audiotechnik sound, modular stage design and large-scale lighting and visual installations.

It is the perfect place for Space Ibiza’s NYE homecoming and an unmissable one-off night of White Isle-infused hedonism.

For upcoming event listings and information, visit eutopiawhs.com or follow at instagram.com/eutopiawhs

Eutopia Warehouse

42 River Road, Barking, London, IG11 0DW

Ministry of Sound unveils the first wave of artists set to soundtrack its historic 35th Anniversary Programme, marking the beginning of a year-long celebration for one of electronic music’s most influential club institutions. The opening announcements preview a milestone moment for the London powerhouse as it prepares for its most transformative year yet. After 35 years at the forefront of global club culture, Ministry of Sound is readying a new chapter that will reshape the clubbing experience, with major plans to reinvent the look and feel of the club from January 2026.

Heading up the bill are heavyweight artists whose sounds have defined generations and shaped the rhythm of London nightlife. From house legends Ron Trent, Joe Claussell and Tony Humphries to global powerhouses Pete Tong, Kölsch, Darius Syrossian, Eats Everything and more, reflecting the club’s enduring influence on the city’s musical identity and sonic legacy, which continues to be the blueprint for club culture across the globe.

Alongside the headline acts, Ministry of Sound continue to put a spotlight on London’s most vital and exciting new talent. Lauren Lo Sung brings the genre-blurring house sets that have made her a fixture on the capital’s floors, Fiorella pushes deep house and minimal sounds into fresh territory, Riva Starr and Matrefakt inject tech and house flavours, and Konstantin Sibold’s melodic techno has won him acclaim across Europe.

Landing in the new year, Blink takes over Fridays at Ministry, championing the best in melodic and afro-house. Launched with Louder, it kicks off on Friday 30th January with a headline set from afro-house artist &Friends. Building on the club’s cross-genre ethos, Blink forms part of a 2026 programme that shines a light on emerging talent and brings the world’s standout artists to London’s floors.

“Everyone at Ministry of Sound is incredibly proud of what we’ve built over the last 35 years, the nights, the artists, the energy that has defined London’s sound. But we’re also thinking ahead, about what the club could become over the next 30 years. Next year marks the start of that chapter.” – Matt Long, Club Director.

The anniversary kicks off in January with Carnival of Sound on Friday 9, followed by celebrating 23 Years of Select Radio on Saturday 10. Mas Que Nada brings house and disco-infused energy on Saturday 17, while Sound of Garage revisits UKG classics on Friday 23. The month closes with two standout headline nights: &friends on Saturday 30 January, and a landmark back-to-back set from Pete Tong and Kölsch on Saturday 31, supported by Lauren Lo Sung and Jansons.

February continues the momentum with Hard Times hosting a rare daytime session on Saturday 7, featuring house pioneers Ron Trent, Joe Claussell and Tony Humphries. Later on in the month, URGE, Siesta, La Discothèque (celebrating 10 years), Smoove and Room Service bring a mix of underground and genre-spanning sounds, while Konstantin Sibold takes to the decks on Friday 20 February.

March rounds out the opening season with the Latin energy of BRESH on Saturday 7, global big-room star KSHMR on Friday 13, and the technicolour rhythms of Zamna Soundsystem on Friday 20. The month closes with Mak10 + Friends on Saturday 28, a showcase of grime, UKG, and UK funky celebrating the club’s underground spirit.

The 2026 programme honours the venue’s rich history while pushing forward into new creative territory, blending heritage with innovation, legends with rising talents and London roots with worldwide reach.

Visit the website to secure your tickets here: https://www.ministryofsound.com/tickets/

Ministry of Sound 35th Anniversary – Opening Season

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&friends, Alcemist, Andy FunkFusion, Angel Lee, Anthony Godfather, Artful Dodger, Basso, Billie Jean, Bresh, Chanel Carmichael, Chapter & Verse, Charlotte Devaney, Daniella Font, Danny Decibel, Darius Syrossian, Eats Everything, Ellzy B, Fiorella, Higgo, Hotsteppa, James Alexander, James Carter, Jansons, Jesse Calosso, Joëlla Jackson, Joezi, Joe Claussell, Josh Parkinson, Joshua Roberts, Kismet, Kölsch, Konstantin Sibold, KSHMR, La Discotheque (Celebrating 10 years), Lauren Lo Sung, DJ Majesty, Mak 10, Marcus Nasty, Mark Love, Mas Que Nada Brothers, Matrefakt, Moeaike, Murdock, Nick Christoforou, Omari, P.O.U, Padre Guilherme, Pete Tong, Philip George, Pioneer, Remixia, Rennie Peters, Riva Starr, Ron Trent, Rooby, Royal-T, RUZE, Ryan Nicholls, Sam Supplier, Sandra Omari, Sassy B, Supa D, Tebra, Tom Enzy, Tom Short, Tony Humphries, Vibe Chemistry, Vini Vici, Zamna Soundsystem, Zed Bias, Zofia.

Taking place across Thursday–Friday, 5th–6th and 12th–13th February 2026, Freaks of Nature returns with its seventh episode, titled Freakyard. Across three stages, it will welcome 120 DJs to Riyadh and attract more than 30,000 visitors per day, further establishing the boutique electronic music and arts event as Saudi Arabia’s most dynamic, immersive and memorable festival experience.

Since its inception, Freaks of Nature has consistently hosted a wide array of leading international and local artists, including Lost Frequencies, Nic Fanciulli, Morten, Agents of Time and many more. The upcoming episode will unfold on the same grounds as MDLBEAST’s Soundstorm Festival, transforming the site into an industrial yet visually striking and fully immersive new universe for attendees to explore.

Freakyard invites festival-goers to embrace a sense of freedom, leaving behind work, stress and the pressures of daily life. It celebrates the “Freak”, an unapologetically authentic, fun-seeking individual, encouraging attendees to reconnect, lose themselves in the music and atmosphere and create unforgettable memories that endure long after the night ends.

As part of the 2026 programming, which will be revealed over the coming weeks, Freakyard will also introduce a new merchandise range, a DJ competition, and several other experiential activities for local and international guests to enjoy throughout the duration of the festival.

Freakyard will feature meticulously designed stages, each with its own distinctive concept and visual identity, brought to life by immersive art installations and characters that roam the grounds, creating a truly interactive and unforgettable experience like no other.

Yazeed Al-Hashim, Chief Freak, comments:

“As a team, we’ve spent the last two years building an experience that treats every person with the care, intention, and creativity they deserve. Freakyard 2026 isn’t just our return; it’s a homecoming for everyone who believed in us. This festival was designed to make people feel seen, connected, and free to be themselves. That’s what Freaks of Nature has always stood for, and this year we’re bringing that feeling back to life in the biggest way yet.”

Freaks of Nature is an internationally recognised series of boutique electronic music and arts festivals born in Saudi Arabia and loved globally. It provides a vibrant platform for international headliners, emerging artists and local talent to showcase a diverse electronic soundscape focused firmly on the dance floor and encouraging freedom of expression for attendees. Each event is a multi-sensory experience, featuring electrifying dance, stunning visuals, immersive special effects, and flamboyant costumes. Freaks of Nature actively transcends barriers, celebrates music, and continues to captivate audiences with its unforgettable, transformative atmosphere. As Saudi Arabia’s first globally exportable entertainment brand, Freaks of Nature fosters cultural exchange and positions the Kingdom as a hub for world-class festivals, elevating its presence at the forefront of the international scene.

Set to take place on 5th–6th and 12th–13th February 2026 in Riyadh, Freakyard promises diverse musical programming, immersive art designs and a visually stunning festival experience, with the first wave of artists to be announced in the coming weeks.

Be the first to enter the Freakyard and sign up now to get early access to Episode 7.

Register Here https://freaksofnature.me/

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