Yet, this magical gathering isn’t just about the mesmerizing melodies and pulsating rhythms—it’s about resonating with the world beyond, about making a tangible, positive difference. When you step into the enchanting realm of this musical odyssey, you’re not merely a spectator, you’re an active participant in the tapestry of change. Each note that reverberates, each ticket that finds a home, becomes a part of something much larger—a chorus of goodwill. Every cent summoned by the sales of this harmonious compilation will be generously passed forward, finding its purpose in the coffers of two extraordinary organizations.

The White Helmets, who tirelessly strive to provide aid and assistance in conflict zones, and Germany’s Welthungerhilfe organization, dedicated to combating hunger and poverty worldwide.

“Now more than ever, the world needs the solidarity and support of its creative communities,” says KEYI Magazine. “The challenges we face are vast and varied, from the harrowing events of the Ukraine war to the devastating impact of the recent earthquake in Turkey and the ongoing crisis in Syria. It is in times like these that artist, musicians, and the wider nightlife community must stand together, utilizing their platforms to promote positive change. Through “Sonic Reflections,” we invite you to not only revel in the cutting-edge sounds of the underground but also to make a tangible impact on the lives of those in need. By joining this sonic movement, you become part of a collective force that transcends borders and genres, leveraging the universal language of music to bring hope, support, and compassion to those who need it most.”

• Amotik: Delve into a sonic odyssey that defies time and space constraints as you immerse yourself in Amotik’s “Aatma.” This ethereal composition pulses with primordial energy, captivating listeners with its mesmerizing tapestry of otherworldly frequencies.
• IORI: IORI’s “Particle” beckons you into a realm where spectral rhythms intertwine, offering a celestial allure that transcends ordinary perception.
• Ancient Methods: Ancient Methods weaves an enigmatic narrative in “AM – 1 B2,” resonating with age-old wisdom and boundless transcendence.
• Alessandro Adriani: Alessandro Adriani’s “Fever Dreams” invites you into a hypnotic realm, where electrifying melodies and ethereal harmonies converge, capturing the very essence of our sonic era.
• Ellen Allien: Ellen Allien’s “Send” unveils hidden dimensions and elevates consciousness to new heights, washing over listeners with waves of enchanting sound.
• Shao: Shao’s audacious sonic architecture in “Almost Waiting” defies conventions, challenging the boundaries of musical perception through intricate patterns and daring compositions.
• Berlin Bunny: Berlin Bunny’s “Cosmic Battle” immerses you in a cosmic clash of pulsating frequencies, epitomizing the eternal struggle between luminosity and obscurity.
• Chloe Lula: Chloe Lula’s “Neu Elektro” celebrates liberation and artistic exploration, fusing elements of techno and electro into an enigmatic sonic fusion that defies categorization.
• Discodrama: Discodrama’s “Flash Of The Night” ignites the imagination with its experimental escapade, offering a glimpse into a world that defies expectations.
• Lee Ann Roberts: Lee Ann Roberts’ “Only Us” intertwines ethereal melodies with introspective musings, forging a deep connection between souls within an intimate realm of sound.
• Maedon: Maedon’s “No Compromises” stands as an anthem of rebellion, embracing unyielding self-expression and the spirit of sonic revolution.
• Melania: Melania’s enchanting “Magic Spells” weaves a mesmerizing web of ethereal harmonies and mystical incantations, opening gateways to hidden realms of sonic enchantment.
• Nitefleit: Nitefleit’s “Here My Dear” creates a dreamlike reverie, where pulsating rhythms and ethereal atmospheres coalesce, evoking a sense of melancholic yearning.
• Projekt Gestalten: Projekt Gestalten’s “She Worked Above You” blurs the boundaries between reality and illusion, inviting listeners on a journey of sonic revelation.
• Que Sakamoto & NT: Que Sakamoto & NT’s “Murasaki” harmonizes Eastern and Western influences in a symphony of transcendence, forging connections through the universal language of music.
• Randstad: Randstad’s “Forest Of Thought” provokes profound contemplation as organic elements meld with pulsating beats, offering an invitation to introspection.
• Stefan: Stefan’s “92MDL” unfurls as a nostalgic time capsule, enveloping listeners in a warm embrace of sonic memories, evoking a yearning for a bygone era.
• Tomasz Guiddo Ft Louie Austen: Tomasz Guiddo Ft Louie Austen’s “Help Me Find Love” resonates with timeless melodies, offering solace and companionship through its soul-stirring soundscape.
• Trin1ty: Trin1ty’s “Non Binary Cuz Quantum” defies societal norms, revolutionizing sonic identity and embracing the liberating power of self-expression.
• Arnaud Rebotini: Arnaud Rebotini’s “Haze’s Dances” captivates with enigmatic allure, leading listeners through a labyrinth of hypnotic rhythms and seductive melodies.
• Poly Chain: Poly Chain’s “Powder Room Gossip” reveals whispered secrets within experimental soundscapes, where intricate textures and curious sonic elements entwine.
• The Underground Youth: The Underground Youth’s “Foreign Land” becomes a sanctuary for wanderers, guiding them through uncharted sonic territories with ethereal melodies and introspective lyrics.
• Olympe4000: Olympe4000’s “Pourquoi valoriser les savoirs plus que les sagesses” challenges conventional wisdom, embarking on avant-garde sonic explorations that delve into existential questions.

Pre-order the album here:

For the live performance on 29 June, Peter Kirn steps onto the stage, his hands bearing the gifts of new, uncharted instruments. His appearance promises the thrill of the unexpected, a tantalizing allure for the audience.

On the same stage, we will witness the dynamic duo of Guiddo & Piro, driven by the energy of their intense electro and distorted grooves. The pair’s performance is sure to resonate through the crowd, electrifying the night with their audacious beats.

Then, there’s Skelesys, scaling sonic heights with guitar tones that are relentless and powerful. As they riff and roar, they create landscapes made of sound that engross the listeners, inviting them to lose themselves in the echoing valleys and towering peaks of their musical topography.

You can check out an interview with Skelesys discussing the compilation and event organized by Jeremy Schwartz of The Brvtalist via the video below:

As the night deepens, KEYI’s Berlin Bunny will take to the stage for the closing set. The unique rhythms and pulsating energy will reach a crescendo, offering a memorable climax to a night of unforgettable performances. But don’t let the late-night revelry keep you from arriving early. The first chords of the festival will be strummed by Eyes Dice, the other half of KEYI. The dawn will break to their tunes, a melodic promise of the epic musical journey that lies ahead.

Tickets are available here.

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The swift tempo and frenetic, driving beats fuse together messages of social justice and personal anguish. At once an anthem of revolution and a killer dance track, Shut It Down sets out to spark more than just heels on the dance floor…it’s here to spark marching in the streets.

In celebration of Black History Month, all digital purchases of Shut It Down will be donated to iGrow Chicago through March 1st. Help a good cause and let’s get to it.

SHUT IT DOWN!

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This time, filmed in black and white at his home studio, Smith performs three songs from The Cure’s 1981 album Faith, which he notes is about to celebrate its 40th anniversary.

The somber set begins with a beautiful rendition of “The Holy Hour”, followed by a rare display of the Cure frontman on keys for “The Funeral Party”, and finishing with the sorrowful song “The Drowning Man”.

Given that Smith years past signed the accords with St. Nick allowing Goths to celebrate Christmas, this benefit performance for Letters to Santa of three of The Cure’s saddest songs is a lovely, if not “FESTIVE” present to fans worldwide.

You can donate to 24 Hour Improv benefit for Letters to Santa here, and watch the performance below:

Previously, when announcing his 11:45 pm Central timeslot for the non “FESTIVE VIBE” performance, Smith, referring to his noted vampiric circadian rhythm, wryly remarks in his standard all-caps: “LIKE I AM EVER NOT ON CHICAGO TIME.”

LIKE I AM EVER NOT ON CHICAGO TIME…. https://t.co/rWWofqOEAz

— ROBERT SMITH (@RobertSmith) December 23, 2020

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“In 1999 Adrian Borland, frontman for The Sound, tragically ended his life impacting many in the alternative music scene. Sadly, suicide is not uncommon and something most of us have experienced directly. Having been influenced by the work of Adrian and The Sound, we joined together to reimagine and re-record The Sound’s “Winning” and “Kinetic” to help raise awareness for suicide prevention.

All profits will be donated to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to help provide light for those that need it in dark times.”

Listen to the covers, and see all 6 dates below:

TOUR DATES:

• Jan 10 Phoenix, AZ – Crescent Ballroom
• Jan 11 Las Vegas, NV = Bunkhouse
• Jan 12 San Francisco, CA – Knockout
• Jan 13 Portland, OR – High Water
• Jan 14 Seattle, WA – Chop Suey
• Jan 16 Los Angeles, CA – Zebulon

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The autographed long-sleeved button-down black shirt is set to go at auction at Bonhams in London next month and is expected to sell somewhere between £600-£800.

The long-sleeved black shirt signed and dated by Smith himself in a metallic pen on the left cuff.

The shirt was worn by him during The Cure’s ‘Prayer Tour’ in 1989, and The Cure’s 30th anniversary of Disintegration shows in which they played on five consecutive nights at the Sydney Opera House, Australia in May 2019.

I DUG THEM OUT, HAD THE TAILS SHORTENED BY A COUPLE OF INCHES(!) AND WORE THEM AGAIN FOR THE SOH VIVID FESTIVAL DISINTEGRATION SHOWS EARLIER THIS YEAR… I SIGNED THE CUFF OF THIS ONE FOR THE BONHAMS OXFAM AUCTION ON 17TH DECEMBER” ROBERT NOVEMBER 2019https://t.co/Y3ieXoYQwH pic.twitter.com/3465M3XJzV

— The Cure (@thecure) November 19, 2019

“I had five of these shirts made in 1989 for the Cure Prayer tour, and wore them at every show,” Smith remarked via Tweet about the auction.

“I dug them out, had the tails shortened by a couple of inches and wore them again for the Disintegration shows earlier this year.”

This charitable endeavor follows Smith submitting an artistic postcard to auction for the anonymous heART project last month.

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Now, in an effort to raise awareness for an AIDS research foundation called amfAR, Scarlett Johansson and her new band, Sugar for Sugar, have performed a cover of New Order’s Bizarre Love Triangle to The Time Is Now—a charity album full of ’80s pop songs.

Other covers on the record:

Pride (In the Name of Love) (U2), Performer: LP
Lovesong (The Cure), Performer: Yuna
Under The Milky Way (The Church), Performer: Metric
and more…!

For more info:

www.amfar.org/The-Time-Is-Now/

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