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Is this the end of the Record Label? An industry that’s reclaiming the underground and independence

We live in a hyper-speed world where everything changes so quickly. So much so that it is impossible to even keep up with real-world events, let alone the pace at…

The Beatport Group names Sofia Ilyas to newly created role of Chief Community Officer

Music IndustryApril 11, 2023April 11, 2023

The Beatport Group has announced the appointment of Sofia Ilyas to the position of Chief Community Officer at the company. In this newly created role, Ilyas will oversee the company’s…

Beatport taps Polkadot to launch Web3 Electronic Music Platform

Music IndustryMarch 13, 2023March 13, 2023

Beatport is joining forces with Polkadot, the next-generation blockchain network powering the movement for a better web, to launch Beatport.io, a digital collectible marketplace bringing electronic music culture to Web3….

Beatport acquires majority stake in IMS (International Music Summit)

Music IndustryFebruary 6, 2023February 6, 2023

The Beatport Group has announced that it has acquired a majority stake and formed a partnership with the International Music Summit (IMS) Ibiza. IMS Ibiza is the premiere educational, inspirational and…

Hybrasil’s Elevator Program launch E-learning App

NewsNovember 7, 2022November 17, 2022

Since the inception of the innovative tuition platform Elevator Program 3 years ago, founder Hybrasil (Rekids/Awesome Soundwave/Uncage) has navigated his way through a sea of refined development, evolving the platform…

Victor Ruiz announces Live Stream from Beirut to celebrate his newest EP on Drumcode

NewsJuly 13, 2022July 13, 2022

Brazilian underground mainstay Victor Ruiz is back on Drumcode for the first time in two years with his new Beirut EP. Victor will be celebrating the release of the EP by showcasing his all new…

Beatport launches its new film series “Off The Record”

Featured NewsJuly 1, 2022July 1, 2022

The Beatport Group announced today the launch of their documentary film series, “Off The Record”, which provides unparalleled access into the lives and careers of some of the biggest names…

Beatport announces ReConnect Summit in New York City

Music Industry North America and CanadaJune 16, 2022June 16, 2022

Beatport has announced that they will host the first-ever ReConnect Summit in Brooklyn, NY this September 21st and 22nd. The two-day event centered around electronic music culture will feature intimate…

Beatport acquires LabelRadar

Music IndustryMay 26, 2022May 26, 2022

Beatport has announced the acquisition of LabelRadar, a company that has built its reputation with artists as a valuable platform to introduce them to labels, notifying them immediately when their…

Co-founded with Carl Cox, Pete Tong announces his DJ Academy at the International Music Summit, Ibiza

Music IndustryApril 27, 2022April 27, 2022

Pete Tong has announced the launch of his newly minted – Pete Tong DJ Academy during this year’s IMS 2022. The brand-new project for 2022 is in association with the…

Suara and Beatport release Techno Against War compilation

Music PremieresApril 1, 2022April 4, 2022

Suara & Beatport, in a spirit of partnership, encouraged into one common endeavour to release this March 30th “Techno Against War” compilation including more than 50 relevant artists from the…

Beatport Presents: ReConnect In Solidarity with Ukraine

Featured NewsMarch 9, 2022March 9, 2022

Beatport has announced, ReConnect In Solidarity with Ukraine. The 20+ hour music marathon event begins this Sunday, 13th March at 1am EST / 7am CET, and features performances from world-renowned…

Beatport Acquires ampsuite and Launches a Suite of Professional Products for Suppliers, Artists and Labels

Music IndustryFebruary 24, 2022February 24, 2022

Beatport has announced the acquisition of ampsuite to power a suite of professional products to help creators leverage the unique elements of the Beatport ecosystem to expand revenue and audience…

Carl Craig presents All Black Digital – A celebration of Black History Month in support of Bridges For Music

Featured NewsFebruary 4, 2022February 4, 2022

Carl Craig has built a legacy defined by the discovery, amplification, and showcasing of black excellence. Over the last thirty years his iconic Planet E label has acted as an…

Beatport and gaming platform PIXELYNX partner to create Synth Heads

Featured Tech Tech NewsJanuary 14, 2022January 14, 2022

Beatport, the global leader of music for DJs, producers, and their fans, and PIXELYNX, the new (metaverse) gaming venture from electronic music mavericks Joel Zimmerman aka deadmau5 and Richie Hawtin,…

Beatport launches The Beatport Plan, a new $9.99/Month subscription tier

NewsDecember 15, 2021December 16, 2021

Beatport has unveiled today The Beatport Plan, a new pricing tier for their popular subscription service that gives aspiring and professional DJs access to millions of the best electronic music…

Beatport and Microsoft Surface Launch “Originals²”

Tech Tech NewsNovember 26, 2021November 26, 2021

Beatport announced that it is teaming up with Microsoft Surface To celebrate this partnership, Beatport and Surface are excited to launch Originals², a groundbreaking campaign that includes continent spanning collaborations…

Loopcloud and Planet E announce the Carl Craig Remix competition

Featured NewsNovember 3, 2021November 4, 2021

Honouring thirty years of showcasing Detroit musical innovation, Planet E and its founder Carl Craig have joined forces with Loopcloud, offering users the opportunity to remix his seminal track “From…

Stelios Vassiloudis launches single to raise money for European fires

Featured NewsAugust 23, 2021August 23, 2021

Athens-based musician Stelios Vassiloudis reacts to the current raging wildfires with his charitable single ‘Nothing Will Ever Be The Same’. All proceeds from the release will be donated to the…

International Music Summit announce ‘The Big Questions’ hosted by Pete Tong & Jaguar

Featured Music IndustryJuly 26, 2021July 26, 2021

International Music Summit (IMS), the leading voice for industry, culture and education in electronic music, today announce details of the digital discussion series ‘The Big Questions’, in partnership with Pioneer DJ, Beatport, shesaid.so, and the Association…