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Scotsman
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Sonny Fodera announces UK arena tour
BRIT Award-nominated DJ and producer Sonny Fodera has announced his biggest UK tour to date this year. Returning with a very special live show, he'll perform at Glasgow OVO Hydro on 15th November, Cardiff Utilita Arena on 22nd November and Manchester Co-op Live on 29th November. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Sonny Fodera has had his foot on the pedal since his debut at age 23. Curating a sound that is completely his own, the now globally renowned, London-based DJ-producer, label head and in demand collaborator has become a staple name within the dance music scene. Along with the global success of his music, Sonny has become an international headliner. With sold out headline shows at Alexandra Palace in London, 3Arena in Dublin, Warehouse Project in Manchester, Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, the Brookly Mirage in NYC, not to mention hosting his label Solotoko takeovers at Miami Music Week year on year and a sellout label showcase in Dubai for 2024. Sonny has also just confirmed a new Ibiza residency at Pacha for this season, as well as preparing for his huge festival at London's Silverworks Island in July ahead of his major UK tour dates in November. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad In the latest of Sonny's accolades, he broke new ground with smash hit 'Asking' alongside MK and Clementine Douglas. The release was launched independently on his own label Solotoko and marked the first artist-owned dance label to achieve a Top 10 single in over a decade. Breaking 100 million worldwide streams, earning a total of 500,000 OCC Single Sales in 2023 alone, it has now been awarded with Gold Accreditation. Sonny Fodera Continuing to push his innovative sound Sonny released his summer anthem 'Mind Still' featuring the talents of vocalist Blythe last year. His hit 'Somedays" (with Jazzy & D.O.D.) has taken over dance floors worldwide and was nominated for Song Of The Year at the 2025 BRIT Awards. Continuing to reach substantial new heights, Sonny has once again teamed up with Clementine Douglas for his latest single 'Tell Me' marking another big year for the duo. Having become one of the world's most recognisable and influential artists in recent years, Sonny is proud to add multiple collabs to his endless vault of anthems, working with the likes of Diplo, MK, Sinead Harnett, Becky Hill, Jazzy, Clementine Douglas and D.O.D, to name only a few whilst championing the next wave of emerging talent to turn heads in the industry through his impressive label. Whether it's leading his loyal legion of fans including heavyweight talent and listeners alike or becoming a role model for aspiring DJs and producers as he nurtures those coming through on the scene, Sonny's legacy and popularity will continue to shine bright for many years to come. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Tickets for his new UK tour dates go on general sale at 10am on Friday 30th May and will be available from / UK TOUR DATES 2025 Saturday 15 November Glasgow OVO Hydro Saturday 22 November Cardiff Utilita Arena
Axios
28-03-2025
- Climate
- Axios
Things to do this weekend: Miami Music week, film festivals, pet parade
In true Miami fashion, it's chaos out there! There's countless events this weekend — most notably, Miami Music Week. (Here's our MMW roundup.) But if you're looking for something a little more chill, here's a handful of events happening around town. 🎾 The Miami Open heads into its final weekend of matches, with the women's singles final Saturday and the men's singles final Sunday. The tournament has matches daily. Match times and prices vary. 🌱 Dig in the Dirt, part of Miami Climate Week, invites attendees to connect with the soil. Friday, Patch of Heaven Sanctuary, 10am-1pm. Free. Miami Climate Week also has a handful of activities throughout the weekend to check out, including the Historic Overtown Legacy Trek on Saturday. 🎥 Film Friday at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex is screening "Daughters of the Dust." Friday, 6pm-9pm. Free. 🐶 The inaugural Miami Beach Promenade Pet Parade invites folks to "strut down" Ocean Drive with their pets. Saturday, 10am-2pm, Lummus Park and 14th Place. Register your pet before the parade. 🛍️ Little River Flee features more than 20 vendors, morning yoga, live music and food pop-ups.
CBS News
24-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Miami Music Week brings high-energy beats and artistic performances to the city
This week, electronic dance music lovers from around the world will immerse themselves in the energy of Miami Music Week. From deep house and techno to drum and bass, every genre of EDM finds its place in the city's pulsating nightlife. But the event isn't just about the music—it's a celebration of creativity, bringing together visual artists, dancers and performers who help bring the scene to life. "You have to really have the passion," said performance artist Ricardo Ralph Lopez, who will be lighting up Miami Music Week with his electrifying stage acts. "A very important part is also the interaction, so after performing on stage, we like to see the crowd to create a moment with the guests." Lopez has performed alongside major acts like Paris Hilton and Swedish House Mafia and co-produces events during Art Basel Miami and New York Fashion Week through Nolcha Shows, where he is a co-partner. His performances merge high-energy dance with stunning, custom-designed costumes. Lopez works with seamstresses and designers to create one-of-a-kind performance pieces, sometimes taking months to craft intricate looks. "We exchange ideas and come up with a plan to create a specific costume," he said. Joining him in Miami Music Week's artistic showcase is professional dancer Chloe Kobra, a Miami-based performer originally from Southern France. With training in ballet, contemporary dance, jazz and hip-hop, Kobra has become a well-known figure in the EDM scene for her expressive, high-energy performances. "They see us with glitter, beautiful costumes and dancing, but they don't see everything behind it," Kobra said. "The preparation—you have to be 100 percent in it. You sleep with it, you eat with it, you network with it, you think it. It's everything." For Tyler Newell, director of marketing at Hyde Beach at SLS Hotel, Miami Music Week is a massive undertaking that requires year-round planning. He curates a lineup of 50 artists to perform at SLS Hyde Beach, each bringing their own sound and energy. "This is my favorite part of the year," Newell said. "Miami Music Week is one of the pinnacle cultural events in Miami. We welcome over 5,000 music lovers—it's high-energy, 12-hour-long days filled with music and immersive experiences." Lopez, who also performs internationally at Blue Marlin Ibiza in Spain and Bushido by Buddha-Bar in Bahrain, said Miami Music Week is a unique fusion of industries. "We merge finance, tech, fashion and art and that creates a very special energy," he said. Miami Music Week runs March 25-30, with more than 200 events across multiple venues. While it falls under the Ultra Music Festival banner, all events are independently run, offering a city-wide celebration of music and artistry.
Axios
24-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Where to party for Miami Music Week. Plus traffic tips
Miami Music Week is back for a six-day, event-filled music marathon beginning tomorrow. Why it matters: The annual event takes over the city, bringing together music lovers from around the world to enjoy just about every genre, but mainly EDM, techno and house. The intrigue: The more than 200 events — including Ultra Music Festival at Bayfront Park — range from daytime parties to hotel pool parties to all-night raves. Of note: MMW coincides with the last week of spring break — and the city of Miami Beach's crackdown on party crowds. Traffic on the beach will likely be heavy, with increased police presence, blocked roads, increased parking fees and beach checkpoints. Consider ride-hailing options for getting around. We singled out a few parties to get your planning started. Club Space: Kick off the week with Miami local and global house DJ and producer Hugel at the " Make The Girls Dance Records" party. Tuesday, 11pm. $20+ ZeyZey's daily evening lineup starts Wednesday with acts like A-Trak, Dennis Ferrer and The Sponges. Miami Music Week: Defected at the Sagamore House South Beach is for house music fans. Thursday, 1pm-11pm. Tickets $150+ El Groovecito at Dante's Hi-Fi is a "daytime groovy dance party" featuring coffee from Caracas Bakery and breakfast from Celia's. Friday, 11am-3pm. Free COYO Taco's 10 year anniversary party featuring Major Lazer at the local chain's Wynwood location. Friday, 6pm-close. Free. Pablo Fierro presents "We're Here" at Factory Town, which has daily events beginning Wednesday.
