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Robin S. — Faith, Resilience, Rhythm
Robin Jackson Maynard, known professionally as Robin S., gave us one of the most iconic House tracks of all time: “Show Me Love.” The song peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1993 and remains a staple on the dance floor to this day. Whether you’re dancing in the ...
Inspiring Millions, Defining Music and Fashion — 2024 in Numbers
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Robin S. — Faith, Resilience, Rhythm
Robin Jackson Maynard, known professionally as Robin S., gave us one of the most iconic House tracks of all time: “Show Me Love.” The song peaked at number five on ...
XLN Audio – Redefining Creative Tools for Modern Music Makers
When it comes to music production, what we all really want is the power to seamlessly translate your musical ideas into song. Be it the right drum engine or the ...
Top 10 Back-to-School Technology Must-Haves
Let’s face it, I don’t know anyone who’s used a paper notebook as their primary source of notetaking since middle school. In our ever-evolving world, technology has become a ...
Kiive Audio – Analog Warmth Meets Digital Workflow
If you’re chasing the warm, rich character of analog gear but want the workflow speed, precision, and convenience of the digital realm, then add Kiive Audio to your production arsenal. ...
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Top 10 Men’s Fashion Trends For 2025
You’re home, slouched on the couch and very busy with a much-needed binge-watching session on Netflix. Suddenly, it hits you. Tonight’s the night! You’ve got a date (or a special ...
The Evolution of Hip-Hop Fashion – Part III – 2010s & Beyond
Let’s follow on from our previous pieces, “The Evolution of Hip Hop Fashion Pt. 1” and “Pt. 2”, both exploring the 80s-90s and the 2000s. The 2010s and onward ...
Top 10 Fashion Drag Queens from RuPaul’s Drag Race
Long, long ago, the legendary RuPaul once said, "We’re all born naked, and the rest is drag." And when it comes to turning looks, painting a face and redefining the ...
Love Island Dupes – Steal the Looks, Not the Men
If you're anything like us (or just not living under a rock), then your social media feeds are likely flooded with Peacock’s hit show, Love Island USA. The originally UK-based ...
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Ladies in the Industry – Another Battlefield in the War for Equality
Even in 2025, when the music industry claims to be rewriting its songbook, tired old stereotypes continue to affect female artists directly. Though it’s no secret that the music industry ...
The U.S. vs U.K. Debate – Which Nation has Better Rappers?
A couple of weeks ago, on July 3, Skepta sparked a new debate in the international hip-hop community: who would win in a lineup of UK vs. US rappers? ...
How Japan Engineered House Music – 909s, 808s & King Street Sounds
Technology and music are terms that cannot be separated, with the former providing the underlying foundations for any musical performance. One could even say that music is technology - above ...
Children Turned Pop Stars – Fame and the Price They Paid
Just like child actors, many say that children turned pop stars were forced to grow up in the industry, trading a typical childhood experience for worldwide fame and a predetermined ...
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City Pop by Tadashi Goto – Funktasy Records’ AI Debut Album
For decades, musicians have been wondering whether some day they will be fully replaced by computers. Today, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has delivered an official answer: “Yes, I can.” AI is ...
Children Turned Pop Stars – Fame and the Price They Paid
Just like child actors, many say that children turned pop stars were forced to grow up in the industry, trading a typical childhood experience for worldwide fame and a predetermined ...
Cardi B – The Best Songs To Get You Hyped For Am I The Drama?
Miss B is finally back. After years of waiting, Cardi B has recently announced her long-awaited sophomore album, Am I The Drama?. She dropped the news of her first album ...
Top 10 Songs to Celebrate the 4th of July
Want to celebrate the Fourth of July with a different flavour than the usual patriotic playlist additions? We've got a sweet mix of songs for you to listen to! From ...
Dance, EDM, House →
Robin S. — Faith, Resilience, Rhythm
Robin Jackson Maynard, known professionally as Robin S., gave us one of the most iconic House tracks of all time: “Show Me Love.” The song peaked at number five on ...
How Japan Engineered House Music – 909s, 808s & King Street Sounds
Technology and music are terms that cannot be separated, with the former providing the underlying foundations for any musical performance. One could even say that music is technology - above ...
Top 10 House DJs of 2025
Here at Funktasy, we’ve got a soft spot for music - the kind that gets even the stiffest wallflowers moving. And when it comes to pure, unfiltered rhythm, there’s nothing ...
Who Is David Guetta? – Real Name, Career & Private Life
We know some of you have definitely shouted “I’m bulletproof, nothing to loseeee” at least once in your life and probably without even thinking twice about where it came from. ...
Urban, Hip Hop, R&B →
The U.S. vs U.K. Debate – Which Nation has Better Rappers?
A couple of weeks ago, on July 3, Skepta sparked a new debate in the international hip-hop community: who would win in a lineup of UK vs. US rappers? ...
The Evolution of Hip-Hop Fashion – Part III – 2010s & Beyond
Let’s follow on from our previous pieces, “The Evolution of Hip Hop Fashion Pt. 1” and “Pt. 2”, both exploring the 80s-90s and the 2000s. The 2010s and onward ...
Cardi B – The Best Songs To Get You Hyped For Am I The Drama?
Miss B is finally back. After years of waiting, Cardi B has recently announced her long-awaited sophomore album, Am I The Drama?. She dropped the news of her first album ...
The Evolution of Hip-Hop Fashion – Part II – 2000s
While the 80s and 90s laid the foundation for hip-hop, the 2000s took that foundation and built the equivalent of a $200 million Beverly Hills mansion on top of it, ...
Concerts, Clubs & Festivals →
Best Party Cities in Europe – Your Ultimate Nightlife Travel Guide
You’ve been longing to visit Europe for a lifetime, right? Cobblestone streets, charming cafés, ancient ruins, maybe a croissant. Nah, forget about that! You’re here for the parties, aren’t you? ...
EDC Las Vegas 2025 – Martin Garrix, Kaskade, Tiësto & More
From May 16 to 18, Las Vegas Motor Speedway will once again transform into a neon-drenched playground for all EDM lovers. With over 500,000 attendees expected, EDC Las Vegas 2025 ...
Ibiza 2025 – Clubbing’s Electrifying Next Chapter
Ibiza is a name synonymous with electronic music and partying. Indeed, the renowned White Isle has built itself a reputation as one of the most exclusive and iconic clubbing destinations ...
Glastonbury 2025 – Ones to Watch
As the sunshine falls on Britain once again, it’s a reminder that summer is on the way, bringing us back to the legendary Glastonbury festival! 2025’s lineup has something for ...
Music Business →
Ladies in the Industry – Another Battlefield in the War for Equality
Even in 2025, when the music industry claims to be rewriting its songbook, tired old stereotypes continue to affect female artists directly. Though it’s no secret that the music industry ...
The Future of Radio & Music Publishing
Music publishing has become the method to gain long-term income. Beyond the distribution of music onto popular platforms such as Spotify, tapping into the world of music publishing will help artists ...
City Pop by Tadashi Goto – Funktasy Records’ AI Debut Album
For decades, musicians have been wondering whether some day they will be fully replaced by computers. Today, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has delivered an official answer: “Yes, I can.” AI is ...
How Japan Engineered House Music – 909s, 808s & King Street Sounds
Technology and music are terms that cannot be separated, with the former providing the underlying foundations for any musical performance. One could even say that music is technology - above ...
Music Gear & Tech →
XLN Audio – Redefining Creative Tools for Modern Music Makers
When it comes to music production, what we all really want is the power to seamlessly translate your musical ideas into song. Be it the right drum engine or the ...
Kiive Audio – Analog Warmth Meets Digital Workflow
If you’re chasing the warm, rich character of analog gear but want the workflow speed, precision, and convenience of the digital realm, then add Kiive Audio to your production arsenal. ...
Arturia Keylab 88 mk3 – Review
Back with a new universal MIDI controller, Arturia have brought out the Keylab 88 mk3, branded as a “premium keyboard for modern creators”. There’s a host of new features that ...
MiMu Gloves – The Future of Live Music
“I wanted to be able to have something which … was directly from (the) brain – to quickly be able to manipulate sound just by intuitive gestures.” (Where and when ...
Music Reviews →
MC Mario & Natalia Popovska – IntoXicated (PAYSON Remix)
MC Mario has once again dropped a banger of a song, titled “IntoXicated” with the label Tycoon Music. “IntoXicated” is a classic dance hall track and will quickly become a ...
Hit Me Hard and Soft – Billie Eilish Explores Vulnerability
Hit Me Hard and Soft is the third studio album by Billie Eilish, released on May 17, 2024, and has marked a prominent chapter in her musical odyssey. Collaborating once ...
Atavista – Childish Gambino, Childish No More
Atavista is Donald Glover's new album. Glover, Whose stage name is Childish Gambino, has also announced a new tour to go along with his album. The Grammy, Golden Globe and ...
The Tortured Poets Department (TTPD) – A Return To What Taylor Swift Does Best, Love, Loss, And Revenge
Taylor Swift released her latest album, The Tortured Poets Department (TTPD), to the delight of many Swiftie fans. In The Tortured Poets Department, Swift found immediate success with her ...
