Universal Music Group has partnered with AI voice technology company ElevenLabs to develop a platform allowing fans to create music and remixes using licensed tracks from its catalogue.

The Scottish DJ and producer has officially entered the record books after performing to an estimated 1.6 million people during São Paulo's Carnival celebrations earlier this year.

From major DJ-tech launches and AI controversy to festival returns, venue closures and huge artist announcements, here are the music and nightlife stories you may have missed.

From the final weeks of Pacha Ibiza’s biggest residencies to Pacha ICONS, WooMooN and a packed run of closing parties, the world under the cherries is preparing for the final stretch of its 2026 Ibiza season.

The beachfront venue reopened on September 24, before Andrea Oliva, Son of Son and the return of its signature Sunday brunch kick off the first major weekend of the season

Alar heads to CAVO Dubai this September, bringing his signature house sound to the decks for a late-night session at Ramee Dream Hotel.

ARTBAT will be joined by Miss Monique, R3HAB and 7 SKIES as their globally renowned UPPERGROUND concept takes over Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience on November 28

The GRAMMY-winning Afro house pioneer returns to Dubai Harbour on October 24, launching the venue’s third season following two sold-out headline appearances