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Over half of TikTok’s biggest global tracks of the summer are independently distributedOn Monday (August 19), TikTok revealed its Top 10 Songs of the Summer for the US and globally
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Arizona crypto PAC-backed candidate ekes out narrow victory after recountDemocratic candidate Yassamin Ansari, supported by more than $1 million in crypto super PAC funds, claimed victory in an Arizona congressional primary.

Pulling Hydrogen out of the WaterIn theory, water and electric current will cause electrolysis and produce oxygen and hydrogen as the water breaks apart. In practice, doing it well can be tricky. [Relic] shows an efficient way to produce an electrolysis cell using a few plastic peanut butter jars and some hardware.
The only tricky point is that you need hardware made of steel and not zinc or other materials. Well, that and the fact that the gasses you produce are relatively dangerous.

To that end, [Relic] includes an “I don’t want to explode switch” in the system by routing tubes of gas through a second jar filled with water so that the water will block its return.
Of course, we’ve seen the same setup created with a battery, two coils of wire, and some test tubes, but this can certainly produce more hydrogen faster. Like most of these designs, you can scale them by adding more steel parts. The more surface area, the more gas you’ll produce.
We’ve seen a number of similar generators before, but each one is a little different. If you want to get really fancy, you can turn to automation.

Ibiza’s [UNVRS] hyperclub is promising “high-end luxury” — and dance fans are feeling alienatedOver the past few weeks, Ibiza ravers have been scratching their heads over some curious UFO sightings. A TikTok post on 31 July seemed to hint that ET was ready to crash land and party.
Fortunately, there won’t be any little green men invading the island anytime soon (probably). It’s actually just a publicity stunt for Ibiza’s new hyperclub, [UNVRS], which has been met with some dismay from dance music fans.

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The truth has come to light thanks to Will Smith — yes, actor and Fresh Prince Will Smith. In a new video, Smith honours his Men In Black roots, valiantly embarking on a hunt for the UFO. “I feel obligated to investigate,” Smith insists, as he ‘nervously’ explores a building site and clambers up scaffolding. Of course, the X-Files-like case is quickly solved. At the top of a platform, Smith encounters Night League CEO and founder Yann Pissenem – who immediately welcomes him to [UNVRS].

“This campaign has been truly out of this world,” Pissenem says, who also owns Ibiaz clubs Hï and Ushuaïa. “Now that the truth is out there, we can’t wait to welcome everyone to our new universe in 2025 as we launch the world’s first hyperclub.”
[UNVRS] won’t be opening until 2025, but the venue is promising to raise the bar, offering a “high-end luxury” hyperclub that will reach “the scale and ambition of arena events.”
Keen-eyed ravers will also recognise the site as that of the much-beloved Privilege. The 10,000-capacity nightclub was forced to shut its doors in 2018 following a license suspension due to unlawful structural modifications. [UNVRS] will rise from its ashes, and hopes to offer a revolutionary new clubbing experience.
However, many people aren’t happy about the new hyperclub. Ravers have quickly noted that a “high-end luxury” experience will likely cost a pretty penny. On one Instagram post announcing the news, one user jokes “How much for a bottle of water there? €50?”
Another comment reads: “Another club for rich people where musical culture/quality will not matter and the same old DJs will be hired to raise their DJ fee while in interviews they declare how much they care about the scene.” On another announcement, equal levels of critique can be found. “Seems like an elaborate version of saying ‘another overpriced club for influencers and rich people,’” someone notes.
For most Ibiza ravers, a VIP experience isn’t what they go for. Reddit notes that “high-end service, luxury and attention” are buzzwords that should warn clubbers to “avoid like fuck.”
Even on the official YouTube video, the comments are sour. “The spirit of the hippies of the 70s who arrived in Ibiza were looking to get away from the empire of money, materialism, superficiality,” a user writes. “Yann, you have not understood anything.”
Still, if you’re keen to keep up to date with the club’s development, you can register your interest at the [UNVRS] website.
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Universal Audio unveil ANTI UAFX pedal UA's new ANTI 1992 High Gain Amp pedal captures the sound of a 120W high-gain amplifier used by the likes of Slipknot, In Flames, Machinehead and more.

Hollywood's Hottest

On Wednesday, August 14th, The Bourbon Room in Hollywood was the epicenter of rock 'n' roll as Music Connection Magazine's "Hollywood's Hottest!" made its highly anticipated debut. With the backing of top club promoters Dirty Mondays and Sound of U Live, the night was dedicated to showcasing L.A.'s most talked-about girl rockers-each ready to take over the industry.

Headlining the night was Zelda, the 21-year-old melodic rocker from Amador Country near Lake Tahoe with 11M social media followers, who stunned the crowd of around 200 with her electrifying red hair and dynamic performance. Fresh off her rise to international fame on America's Got Talent, Zelda's Evanescence-inspired sound struck a chord with the audience. Currently working with the guys who brought you Evanescence, Jay Baumgardner and Ben Moody from NRG Studios, Zelda's upcoming single, "Butterflies," is set for release on Friday, September 13th, via Universal Music Group, and promises to be a game-changer in the alternative rock scene.

But the night wasn't just about Zelda. Shelby Carter, a singer-songwriter, opened the show with something truly unique. Armed with a Gibson 335 electric guitar, Shelby captivated the crowd with a set of originals and a few covers that accommodated the entering audience. But that was only the beginning. Shelby returned at the end of the night with her rock band, delivering a completely different, heavier set that showcased her incredible versatility. Her upcoming single "High Speeds" is one to keep an eye on.

Following Shelby's electric opening set, Alexa Villa took the stage for the longest set of the night-45 minutes of sheer energy and powerhouse vocals. Alexa's performance channeled the intensity of Gaga and the raw power of Ann Wilson. Yet, when she wasn't radiating atomic energy, Alexa sat down at the piano to reveal her skills as a disciplined pianist and guitarist. With her Latina roots and bilingual fluency, Alexa can also deliver mesmerizing rock en Español that truly sets her apart.

Just when the crowd thought things might slow down, Devon Thompson stepped onto the stage and blew everyone away. This power trio, led by Devon, brought a raw, explosive sound that felt like a fusion of Hendrix, Nirvana, and Black Sabbath, with a double shot of X chromosomes from Lzzy Hale and Bonnie Raitt. Devon Thompson has the chops to warm up any crowd for a major artist-and might just steal the show.

Look for upcoming Hollywood's Hottest acts brought you by the same crew. The Bourbon Room has plans to evolve Hollywood's Hottest into a "Latin Music Night" and a "Divas of R&B" evening. If you fit the bill, contact us at Music Connection Magazine or The Bourbon Room.The post Hollywood's Hottest first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

Remapping HID for Fun and… Well FunIf you want to remap some mouse or keyboard keys, and you use Linux, it is easy. If you use Windows or another operating system, you can probably do that without too much trouble. But what if you use all of them? Or what if you don’t have access to the computer in question? Thanks to [jfedor2], you can reach for a Raspberry Pi Pico and make this handy key-and-mouse remapping hardware dongle.

But you can do more than just swapping control and caps lock because the software is pretty sophisticated. For instance, you can define layers like you might find in a custom keyboard setup — pressing one key can trigger a layer that redefines the functions of all of the other keys. There are programmable macros and a mechanism to differentiate between a key being tapped or held.
Since it also works with mice, you can trigger macros from mouse buttons, or remap your keyboard arrow keys to the mouse’s scroll wheel. And you can configure all of this from a web browser.
On the hardware side, the code supports several different off-the-shelf and custom boards. There’s also a nice enclosure to make it look like an off-the-shelf product. There are also serial and Bluetooth versions of the device, which map them to a USB HID connection.
This has applications for accessible devices. We can also envision it being useful with turnkey devices that you might want to customize without having to reverse-engineer the existing software. Because of the mouse/keyboard cross-functionality, this might have been just the ticket for resurrecting an old light pen, for instance. If you want to dive into the HID spec that makes this whole thing work, we can help with that. What will you do with it?

Zaytoven (Future, Migos) gives an exclusive tour of his studio
Zaytoven gave us an exclusive tour of his studio, sharing stories behind his favorite records, breaking down his go-to tools, and more.

Rigid Audio’s Synferno now free Synferno, a loop-based Kontakt instrument aimed at electronic music and trailer scoring, is now available as a free download. 

How to grow streams with a cooperative Spotify PlaylistBoost your music’s reach by joining an artist-run cooperative Spotify Playlist. Collaborate with others to grow your audience and increase your streams.
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Understanding Publishing vs. Master Rights: A Guide for MusiciansUnderstanding the differences between publishing vs. master rights can make or break your music career. Learn how to protect your work, maximize revenue, and avoid costly mistakes that could impact your future in the industry.
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DoJ Live Nation antitrust expands as 39 States, DC join lawsuitThe Department of Justice has filed an amended complaint in its anti-trust battle against Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
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Shure reveal SM4 Home Recording Microphone Featuring a dual-diaphragm capsule and a patent-pending RF shielding system, the SM4 promises to help users achieve professional-quality results regardless of their setup, environment or experience level. 

Nichal Sethi promoted to Head of SoundOn EMEA, while Toyin Mustapha steps up to Head of Music Partnerships for UK, Ireland and SSA at TikTokTikTok promotes execs to key roles covering the UK & Ireland, EMEA, and SSA regions
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