Benjamin Boles
Dancing VS the State
How Toronto's Electronic Community Fought the City's Rave Ban and Won
An oral history of the 2000 iDance Rally that brought together DJs, music lovers, and politicians.
Benjamin Boles
3.7.17
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Listen to Ali X and Theus Mago's Psychedelic Techno Meltdown "Vision"
The former Azari & III member and Mexican producer share another one from their upcoming Turbo Recordings EP.
Benjamin Boles
10.21.16
Features
Experimental Pioneer Pauline Oliveros Still Wants You to Listen Closely
Her work in the 60s helped shape American music, but today the composer and accordionist is embracing being a “digital immigrant.”
Benjamin Boles
10.20.16
Features
How Real Estate Trends and Zoning Bylaws Are Threatening Canadian Nightlife
From Vancouver to Halifax, we talk to city planning experts to find out the challenges facing clubs and venues.
Benjamin Boles
9.16.16
Music
DJs Shouldn’t Have to Live with Constant Ringing in Their Ears
Laidback Luke, Roger Sanchez, and more on the dangers of hearing loss and what they do to protect themselves.
Benjamin Boles
8.9.16
Features
DJs Shouldn’t Have to Live With Constant Ringing in Their Ears
Laidback Luke, Roger Sanchez, and more on the dangers of hearing loss and what they do to protect themselves.
Benjamin Boles
8.9.16
Features
A Tech Expert Explains What Apple’s Camera Blocking Patent Means for Concertgoers
We found out how the company's announcement last month will affect live music fans.
Benjamin Boles
7.11.16
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MSTRKRFT’s Foreboding “Priceless” Video Harnesses the Machinery of War
Watch the black and white clip for the Canadian duo’s latest industrial techno assault.
Benjamin Boles
7.6.16
Features
Toronto Nightclubs Have a Problem with Racist Door Policies
Insiders reveal the secret profiling practices used to restrict entry to people of color.
Benjamin Boles
7.6.16
Features
The Oral History of the First Toronto Nightclub That Brought Gays, Straights, and Ravers Together
The people behind Industry tell the story of the celebrated venue which bridged communities and genres.
Benjamin Boles
6.23.16
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Scott Hardware’s 'Mutate Repeat Infinity' Is a Dance-Pop Meditation on Capitalism and Queerness
Stream the Toronto musician’s intimate EP before it comes out June 24 on Banko Gotiti Records.
Benjamin Boles
6.22.16
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Junior Boys' Jeremy Greenspan and Borys Teamed Up for a Perfect Summer Techno 12"
After touring North America together, the duo reunite for a new release on Caribou's label Jiaolong.
Benjamin Boles
6.22.16
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