Virtual Self, Diplo b2b Dillon Francis, Kerri Chandler, more locked for HARD Summer 2018
More than 80 artists have been confirmed for the 2018 instalment of American electronic and hip-hop festival HARD Summer, which takes place between 4th and 5th August at The Speedway in Fontana in Southern California.
Printworks locks Kerri Chandler, John Talabot, more for opening party
Printworks has revealed the line-up for the opening party of its third season, which is set to take place on Saturday 3rd March.
Kerri Chandler, John Talabot and Job Jobse are all set to spin at The Hydra event, whilst Tiger & Woods and Lindstrøm will both perform live sets. Red Axes, Prins Thomas, Julio Vistoria, Taraval and Dolan Bergin are also on the bill.
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House icon Kerri Chandler will mix the next DJ-Kicks album
Kerri Chandler has been announced as the latest selector to helm the next edition of the always essential DJ-Kicks mix album series, which will be released on 20th October.
The god father of deep house will support the album's release with an extended tour across the UK, Europe and America.
Chandler's mix album will feature tracks and remixes from himself, Roy Ayers, T La Rock, LeRoy Hutson, Innerzone Orchestra, Fantasy Three, and many more.
“It’s like me taking you for a walk in New York,” said Chandler on the mixes' concept.
DJ Mag announces Best of North America Awards tour
DJ Mag USA has spread its wings to cover our friends in the north (this means you, Canada) and in its place, DJ Mag North America takes flight. With it, comes the sister awards to our wildly successful Best of British Awards, aptly titled the Best of North America Awards.
Here at DJ Mag we know how polarising the Top 100 DJs poll can be, however, it’s publicly voted and therefore out of our control. Best of North America, however, allows us to highlight the hard-working acts that have helped the underground thrive in 2017.
Southport Weekender hits London with Kerri Chandler, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Roger Sanchez, more
Southport Weekender is set to take over London’s Finsbury Park on Saturday 10th June 2017 with Kerri Chandler, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Roger Sanchez, Jazzie B (OBE) and more.
After ending the long-lasting festival series back in 2015, the team behind Southport Weekender has announced its return with a one-day ode to the fest, based in London.
Caprices Festival 2017 adds Craig Richards, Mathew Jonson, Kerri Chandler, more
Caprices Festival has added Craig Richards, Mathew Jonson and Kerri Chandler to its line-up, being held 6th-9th April 2017 amid the scenic Crans-Montana at Cry d’Er-Club d’Altitude in Switzerland.
For its 14th edition, the festival will host over 30 striking electronic artists over the course of four days. Additions to the roster also includes Sonja Moonear, Franky Greiner, Cassy, Adriatique, Dorian Paic and many more.
ICELAND’S SECRET SOLSTICE 2017 REVEALS THE PRODIGY, KERRI CHANDLER, MORE
Iceland’s Secret Solstice 2017 has revealed its initial line-up, which includes The Prodigy, Kerri Chandler, Dubfire, Dusky and other electronic artists amid an eclectic multi-genre roster. The festival will take place during summer solstice in the capital city of Reykjavik from Thursday 16th to Sunday 18th June 2017.
DAVID MANCUSO, NEW YORK DANCE MUSIC PIONEER, DIES AGE 72
David Mancuso, founder of legendary New York party space The Loft and a pioneer of dance culture, has died. He was 72 years old.
Mancuso started his first invite only party in 1970, called Love Saves The Day, as an invite only event space that offered an alternative to New York’s commercial club scene. It would later be named The Loft, was known for welcoming marginalised audiences and hosted a number of nights by DJs that would go on to become icons, including Larry Levan and Frankie Knuckles.