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DJ Ash Lauryn’s dance music essentialsInterviews

DJ Ash Lauryn’s dance music essentials

From the start of her house music journey in Detroit to the festivals, DJs and films that inspire her, Ash Lauryn explores her relationship to the genre’s Black roots

Pride, protest and purposeInterviews

Pride, protest and purpose

From their most meaningful Pride moments to their hopes for the future, drag artists from around the world share their stories with DICE

The festival footprintInterviews

The festival footprint

How music festivals are working to minimise their environmental impact and create a more sustainable future

Pics or it didn’t happen: how photographers are capturing nightlifeInterviews

Pics or it didn’t happen: how photographers are capturing nightlife

We caught up with three photographers in London, Barcelona and New York to talk about the importance of documenting and preserving the essence of nightlife

“I feel like I’m living rather than existing”: how accessibility changes can enhance live eventsInterviews

“I feel like I’m living rather than existing”: how accessibility changes can enhance live events

Two leading disability rights activists share advice for venues on how to create an equitable and inclusive culture for disabled fans 

Designing for difference: how live events are adapting for neurodiverse fansInterviews

Designing for difference: how live events are adapting for neurodiverse fans

With up to 15% of the UK’s population thought to be neurodiverse, it’s vital that promoters and venues find ways to make going out more accessible – we caught up with those in the community leading the charge

Sea change: welcome to Margate’s queer sceneInterviews

Sea change: welcome to Margate’s queer scene

From venues to community initiatives, the coastal town is fast becoming an LGBTQIA+ hotspot – we caught up with the faces and spaces breathing new life into the area

Get in the groove: women in amapianoInterviews

Get in the groove: women in amapiano

We caught up with some of the major players in the scene to learn more about how women are pushing the genre forwards

Levelling the paying fieldInterviews

Levelling the paying field

As fans feel the squeeze of the cost of living crisis, grassroots promoters and venues are finding ways to make sure everyone can keep accessing live music

A new door opens: the queer security shake-upInterviews

A new door opens: the queer security shake-up

There’s a long-overdue revolution happening in the world of queer event security. We caught up with those leading the charge to find out how they’re making nightlife safer for everyone

How The Pickle Factory became east London's favourite neighbourhood clubInterviews

How The Pickle Factory became east London's favourite neighbourhood club

Two of the team members behind The Pickle Factory talk east London, dance music trends and what sets the venue apart

Escape your comfort zone with DJ MarcelleInterviews

Escape your comfort zone with DJ Marcelle

Ahead of her set at DICE’s SónarPark stage, the Dutch DJ sheds light on her punk roots and uncompromising approach to mixing.

Thinking queerly: talking safe spaces with KremwerkInterviews

Thinking queerly: talking safe spaces with Kremwerk

The booking team behind Seattle’s queer mecca Kremwerk talk safe spaces and what you can do to create inclusivity.

Long live the dancefloorInterviews

Long live the dancefloor

When the pandemic forced the closure of clubs, many wondered if the dancefloor would ever recover. Here, London and Brooklyn promoters share their stories of the snapback.

On the record with Joe RaineyInterviews

On the record with Joe Rainey

Powwow field recordings, experimental electronic production, abstract synths and singing – learn how this unexpected combination from the Red Lake Ojibwe artist is helping to bring recognition to Native music

Sid the Cat: how LA’s best indie music promoter stays consistent Interviews

Sid the Cat: how LA’s best indie music promoter stays consistent

We caught up with Brandon, Sean, and Kyle from Sid the Cat to talk about what makes a great show, community spirit and why consistency is key.

Live In Dallas are the music management duo that treat their artists like familyInterviews

Live In Dallas are the music management duo that treat their artists like family

Based in Barcelona, Miguel Robres and Fernando Yáñez have built a gifted roster, and helped keep the Spanish indie scene alive during lockdown.

Venue boss Jake Farey talks passion, survival and what makes a perfect spaceInterviews

Venue boss Jake Farey talks passion, survival and what makes a perfect space

With over a decade of industry experience, the man behind Peckham Audio, Bermondsey Social and Desertfest tells his story.

An interview with Antoine Bisou, the man behind France’s most unique partiesInterviews

An interview with Antoine Bisou, the man behind France’s most unique parties

The boss of microqlima records tells us about his move to live streaming, and why he'll always stay independent.