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Dubstep Icon Kompany Faces Health Battle

DJ and producer Kompany, also known as Kyle Hagberg, recently shared a personal and challenging health update with fans. Diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, he revealed that the condition has significantly impacted both his physical and mental health. While he’s still active in music—having released six singles and performed at major events like Red Rocks Amphitheatre and the Amsterdam Dance EventKompany acknowledges he may need to ease up on touring to focus on his health.

Dubstep Icon Kompany Faces Health Battle

In his heartfelt statement, Kompany urged fans to prioritize their well-being, emphasizing the importance of regular check-ups and paying attention to early warning signs. He expressed gratitude for finally understanding the cause of his symptoms, which allows him to better manage the disease. His message is a powerful reminder to take health seriously, even amid a busy life and career.

Our Deep Waves Music family and community wishes him a speedy recovery! ❤️‍🩹

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From “One Kiss” to One League Title—Calvin Harris Joins Reds on the Bus

5 days ago

Calvin Harris returned to the top deck of the Liverpool FC victory parade bus—this time to celebrate the club’s 2024-25 Premier League title win.

Harris, a longtime Reds supporter, DJed live for the team and fans, turning the streets of Liverpool into a championship rave. This marks his second time on the victory bus, the first being in 2022.

The connection began with Liverpool defender Andy Robertson and grew from there, especially after Harris’ hit One Kiss became the club’s unofficial anthem. From stadium chants to Premier League glory, this DJ-football bromance just keeps getting better.

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40,000 People, 1,000 Lasers, One Night You’ll Never Forget

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Verknipt is about to make history. The iconic Amsterdam-based hard techno brand is planning a Guinness World Records™️ attempt for the world’s largest laser show at Verknipt ArenA 2025.

40,000 People, 1,000 Lasers, One Night You’ll Never Forget - Verknipt

With over 1,000 lasers set to light up the Johan Cruijff ArenA, this electrifying visual spectacle will dwarf the current record of 824 lasers. At exactly 23:50, during a peak moment of their high-energy experience show, a thousand synchronized lasers will blaze through the sky—an unmissable sight for 40,000 ravers. This isn’t just another rave; it’s a record-breaking moment in music history. Be there or regret it forever.

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Festival Horror: Man Left Blind After Brutal Attack Over Chips

5 days ago

A night of music turned into a nightmare at Scotland’s Rewind Festival when a senseless, alcohol-fueled assault left a university lecturer permanently blind in one eye. Antonio Grant, 53, was attending the event with his family when he was violently attacked by Patrick Kerr and Simon Tierney—strangers he had briefly spoken with earlier that day.

The brutal incident was triggered after Grant declined an offer of food. Both men pled guilty and received a combined 10 years in prison. The court condemned their cowardly actions, underscoring the devastating, lasting impact on an innocent man simply trying to enjoy a festival.

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EDM’s Top Music School Just Shut Down—Here’s Why It’s Shocking Everyone

5 days ago

After two transformative decades, ICON Collective—the iconic music production school that shaped countless careers in electronic music—has officially shut its doors.

The closure, announced by co-founder David Alexander Valencia, cites overwhelming financial challenges, including a crippling drop in international student enrollment due to halted visa interviews. Despite filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2024 to stay afloat, the beloved Los Angeles institution ultimately made the difficult decision to cease operations on May 29, 2025.

EDM’s Top Music School Just Shut Down—Here’s Why It’s Shocking Everyone

Students, artists, and alumni have expressed shock and sorrow, marking the end of an era for one of EDM’s most influential creative breeding grounds.

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