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Belgian producer and established composer Poltrock has premiered 'Titanus', the first single off his upcoming album 'Machines' set for release on November 16 via Poltrock Music as part of the ongoing album trilogy 'Mutes, Moods and Machines'; culminating a five-year-long process of three full length albums released with a pianesque 88-day interval, all highlighting a different approach to the 88 piano keys. The first in the trilogy, 'Mutes' is a collection of short and intimate piano improvisations released on International Piano Day, March 29th 2018, while the second part of the trilogy, 'Moods', released soon after on June 22nd on is a series of atmospheric and cinematographic soundscapes blending natural and prepared pianos with menacing drones and dense sound textures. Now, Poltrock prepares the third and final installment of the trilogy titled 'Machines'; an instrumental electronic album combining heavily prepared and repetitive piano patterns with hypnotic and organic electronica aspects, encompassing on an arduous yet relentless journey. Currently, David Poltrock is touring with Hooverphonic, De Mens and Bent Van Looy and bringing an experimental music with the deep-drone ensemble Razen.

Grandoozy, Denver's first ever, three-day, multi-format festival from Superfly, taking place at Overland Park this September 14, 15, & 16, announces the weekend performance schedule.

In June Leon Vynehall's released his debut album Nothing Is Still, via Ninja Tune which included singles 'Envelopes (Chapter VI),' 'Movements (Chapter III)' (and stunning accompanying videos directed by Young Replicant here). Following the release, Vynehall presented his debut immersive live show with a three night, sold out run at Hackney Showroom which Clash described as, 'a remarkable, transportive performance.'

Leon Vynehall's debut album Nothing Is Still, is out today via Ninja Tune including 'Envelopes (Chapter VI)' and 'Movements (Chapter III)' as well their stunning accompanying videos (directed by Young Replicant) and novella chapters. 

2018 sees quintessential autumn festival BIME Live return with a bang as it announces a line up including Aphex Twin, MGMT and Editors alongside an eclectic roster of electronic artists in its dedicated venue for electronic acts, Gaua, led by the Russian queen of electronics Nina Kraviz. BIME Live will take place on October 26 and 27 at the BEC in Bilbao. Tickets are already on sale with an offer price of € 60 valid until July 18 included.

2018 sees quintessential autumn festival BIME Live return with a bang as it announces a line up including Aphex Twin, MGMT and Editors alongside an eclectic roster of electronic artists in its dedicated venue for electronic acts, Gaua, led by the Russian queen of electronics Nina Kraviz. BIME Live will take place on October 26 and 27 at the BEC in Bilbao. Tickets are already on sale with an offer price of € 60 valid until July 18 included.

Leon Vynehall's debut album Nothing Is Still, will be released June 15, 2018. Since the album announcement he has shared 'Envelopes (Chapter VI)' and 'Movements (Chapter III)' as well their stunning accompanying videos (directed by Young Replicant) and novella chapters.           

The new production of Puccini's TOSCA will be a reconstruction of the original production from Rome in 1900, conducted by the Israeli Opera's master-conductor - Maestro Daniel Oren, who is also conducting the production of Verdi's UN BALLO IN MASCHERA. Verdi's colourful opera - UN BALLO IN MASCHERA will be directed by world renowned Mical Znaniecki and conducted by Daniel Oren. 

Each year, Dimensions Festival impresses with an immaculately curated line-up that unites the heaviest names from the electronic underground with new gen artists about to break through, and 2018 is no different.

The Joyce Theater Foundation, Inc. (Linda Shelton, Executive Director) is thrilled to present British choreographer and director Wayne McGregor's renowned ensemble of world class dancers, Company Wayne McGregor, in its Joyce debut from February 27 - March 3, with the U.S. premiere of his acclaimed evening length work Autobiography. Tickets, ranging in price from $10-$46, can be purchased at www.Joyce.org, or by calling JoyceCharge at (212) 242-0800.

From Wednesday 29th August 'til Monday 3rd September, world class spinners and breakthrough artists from around the globe return to the Adriatic coast for Dimensions' 7th Edition. Festival goers can indulge in sun soaked holiday vibes - raving all night and beach chilling all day, or can make the most of incredible musical offerings with boat parties, plus workshops and talks at the Knowledge Arena. An unmissable date in the diary for any music lover.

Amsterdam's historic and influential De Marktkantine Club has announced a mouthwatering program of events for this year's ADE. There will be four carefully considered parties in all, starting on the 18th October and running until the 22nd, with heavyweights like Pan Pot, Nick Curly, Nathan Fake, John Talabot, Genius of Time, DJ Harvey and many more all set to play.

Amsterdam's historic and influential De Marktkantine Club has announced a mouthwatering program of events for this year's ADE.

Musical artists from around the world including GRAMMY Award winners Esperanza Spalding, Jesse & Joy and Moby have just joined an acclaimed line-up to perform exclusive and intimate shows on September 20, 2017 as part of the global concert series, Give a Home, presented by Amnesty International and Sofar Sounds.

2017 is shaping up to be a massive year for French DJ and producer Matt Fax as he is gearing up to the launch of his debut artist album 'Contrast' on Enhanced Music sub label Colorize - a feat that many artists set their sights on accomplishing.

Following the release of their chart-topping sophomore album “Truth Is A Beautiful Thing,” British trio London Grammar made a welcomed returned to North American shores this week with a very special SOLD-OUT headlining show at Brooklyn Steel last night.

Following the release of their chart-topping sophomore album “Truth Is A Beautiful Thing,” British trio London Grammar made a welcomed returned to North American shores this week with a very special SOLD-OUT headlining show at Brooklyn Steel last night.

London Grammar has announced TWO headlining shows to take place in Brooklyn, NY and Toronto this summer. Fans can get special advance access to tickets by pre-ordering “Truth Is A Beautiful Thing”

Sadler's Wells' new season features a world first for artistic research

British trio London Grammar has announced the release of a new album track, “Oh Woman Oh Man,” which is available today across all platforms including a special Vinyl LP package. The song is featured on the band's sophomore album Truth Is A Beautiful Thing, which will