Written by Jenna Dreisenstock We all have preconceived notions regarding countries around the world and assumptions of their residents; this is something we certainly cannot deny, especially if we have never visited or lived in those countries ourselves. We are only really ‘informed’ via news stations or fiction we see
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Written by Jenna Dreisenstock Image Credit: Unknown (Please, let us know if you recognise the image so we can add in the credit!) Not long ago, I briefly spoke about the importance of critically examining how we all, as music lovers, need to make sure we create inclusive spaces for
Interview by Arnold van der Walt Australian producer Kaz James has just released his latest single ‘Paradise’ alongside frequent collaborator Nick Morgan today via Glasgow Underground. His debut on the prominent British label, Kaz has played with his sound over the last couple of years finding success in each venture. His
Interview by Shannon Lawlor and Arnold van der Walt Sweden-based wave producer, sweeep, recently released a brand new single ‘Realize’ and shared the Loneliness remix exclusively with The Playground. Taken from her upcoming ‘dssspear here’ EP, she has been steadily releasing music from this new record with ‘Realize’ being the
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By Jenna Dreisenstock Back in June, we curated a list of absolutely mesmerising animated music videos that are must-sees for every music lover: focusing on breaking the disconnect between the beautiful, innovative art form that animation VS the misconceptions much of society hold regarding ‘cartoons’ as children’s mindless entertainment. Animation
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Written by Arnold van der Walt “…and to the dogs we go” Germany has proved time and time again that they are one of the staples in the global electronic music industry. It comes as no surprise that another masterful duo finds their origin in this bustling country. Berlin-based duo
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Interview by Maya-Rose Torrão South African duo STAB Virus is a techno project formed by two friends and producers who broke away from the local cultural expectations of Black South African men in order to pursue their passion of producing electronic music. The pair have been going from strength to
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Interview by Arnold van der Walt One of Australia’s hottest exports, Hayden James, recently released a music video for his single ‘Just Friends’ featuring vocals from Boy Matthews via trendsetting label Future Classic and music industry giant Universal. Hayden James has seen widespread success across the world with his singles
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Written by Maya-Rose Torrão German producer TRAILS has garnered a great deal of respect in the electronic music scene for his vibrant remixes, including reworks of SAINT WKND, Flume and Bring Me The Horizon, and has made fans very happy last month by dropping his first ever original single, titled
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Interview by Arnold van der Walt Cape Town-based producer Ryan Murgatroyd has been a part of the music industry for a while and has been part of some of South Africa’s most successful electronic groups like Crazy White Boy and Bantwanas. Even as a solo artist, his music can be
