Diplo hit with massive six-figure fine following illegal Ibiza raveDespite urging fans not to “believe everything you read in the news” as it emerged he was being investigated for hosting an illegal rave in Ibiza last year, Diplo has been handed a €300,000 fine for the offence.
As reported by Mixmag [via Diario de Ibiza], the DJ hosted an event at Ibiza’s Cala d’Hort viewpoint overlooking the Es Vedrà island, described as a “protected area by the European Union”.
The event – for which Diplo, real name Thomas Wesley Pentz, failed to obtain the necessary permit or licence – was reportedly attended by “hundreds”.

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Subsequently, local police and the Sant Josep City Council in south-west Ibiza launched an investigation, which has now been resolved with, according to Diario de Ibiza, Diplo being fined the six-figure sum by the Department of Activities.
When the investigation was launched last year, the Sant Josep City Council said it “strongly condemned” the event, which was hosted in a “natural area of special interest, among other figures of environmental protection”.
“[It is] a vulnerable area in which this type of illegal activities promote the risk of fires, noise problems, waste, etc and, of course, endanger the integrity of the people attending,” the council said.
Per The Olive Press, Diplo made numerous social media posts inviting islanders to head to the Cala d’Hort for a surprise party on 24 June, 2024.
According to Diario de Ibiza, the fine against Diplo is one of the largest issued by the island for an illegal event to date.
At the time of writing, Diplo has not commented on the fine. MusicTech has reached out to the Sant Josep City Council for comment.
Diplo is set to perform at Pacha Ibiza tonight (2 July), and will play a series of shows in North America over the rest of the year.
For a full list of dates, head to his official website.
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“We don’t want our music killing people”: Rock band quits Spotify over CEO Daniel Ek’s military investmentsLast month, Spotify CEO Daniel Ek led a €600 million round of investment in Helsing, a company which develops AI software to enhance military weapons and other equipment. Ek is also Helsing’s chairman.
In response, San Francisco art-rock band Deerhoof have announced plans to remove their music from the streaming platform, and issued a lengthy statement explaining their reasoning.

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“We don’t want our music killing people,” the band writes in a new Instagram post. “We don’t want our success being tied to AI battle tech.”
Noting that the decision to remove their music from the platform was “pretty easy” as “Spotify only pays a pittance anyway”, the band adds that they “don’t judge those who can’t make the same move in the short term” if a larger chunk of their income comes from Spotify.
“AI battle tech is clearly emerging as the hot new big ticket item for the super-rich,” they go on.
“It’s increasingly clear that the military and police exist primarily as the security detail for the billionaire class. The more of the killing you can get computers to do, the better your bottom line.
“Computerised targeting, computerised extermination, computerised destabilisation for profit, successfully tested on the people of Gaza, also finally solves the perennial inconvenience to war-makers – It takes human compassion and morality out of the equation.”
Continuing to harshly criticise Spotify itself, Deerhoof accuse the company of “flushing itself down the toilet”.
“Eventually artists will want to leave this already widely-hated data-mining scam masquerading as a ‘music company’,” they say.
“It’s creepy for users and crappy for artists. Music-making lasts forever but this or that digital get-rich-quick scheme is sure to become obsolete.”
While Spotify enables users from anywhere in the world to discover any artist who uploads to the platform, Deerhoof say “if the price of ‘discoverability’ is letting oligarchs fill the globe with computerised weaponry, we’re going to pass on the supposed benefits”.
“The big picture is this: Our politico-economic system increasingly presents humanity with a hideous fait accompli: Buy from me, vote for me, consume my media, use my service,” the statement continues. 
“Yes, it means mass deportation, mass detainment, and mass extermination of those deemed unprofitable by a handful of rich white people living in enclaves protected by AI weaponry. But if you don’t, you cannot have a job. We think this dilemma is coming to a head soon, and we predict that most people aren’t going to take the billionaires’ side.”
Deerhoof’s music remains on Spotify at the time of writing, but say removal will happen “as soon as possible”.
“We want to thank our various labels for their support on this tricky decision. The grunt work of pulling content off of Spotify is something they’re now tasked with, and they are sharing the financial hit. We know we are asking them to make a sacrifice, and it means a lot to us.”

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BandLab Licensing now lets creators opt in to training AI modelsEditor’s note: BandLab Technologies and MusicTech are both a part of the Caldecott Music Group.
BandLab has announced a major expansion of its licensing platform, BandLab Licensing, allowing artists and right holders to express interest in licensing their music to train AI models.
This landmark move creates a clear, legal pathway for AI companies to license music from rights holders, enabling AI and music to evolve together in a way that prioritises creators and while driving potential new revenue streams.

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Currently, users of BandLab Licensing can submit music for licensing in TV, film, games, and apps. With the new update, artists, labels, and publishers using the platform can now mark songs as “Open to AI licensing.” This selection registers them to a dedicated database, making it easier for AI companies to discover music that can be legally licensed for training purposes.
That said, every AI training opportunity presented through BandLab Licensing still requires explicit approval from the rights holder before any use. As the platform clarifies on its website, “marking a song as ‘Open to AI licensing’ only signals interest. It does not authorise use.”
“This ensures that artists from BandLab’s global community of over 100 million creators, and any other rights holders, have control and transparency over what AI training licensing deals they choose to participate in,” says BandLab, a longstanding advocate for artist-first AI.
As more and more artists face unauthorised scraping, exploitative loopholes, and vague blanket agreements, this expansion offers a scalable and structured solution that puts creators back in control over how their music is used.
It also levels the playing field, giving independent and emerging artists the same access to AI training licensing opportunities as major rights holders – while reinforcing copyright protections for all.
Developed in consultation with key industry stakeholders, this initiative aims to support ongoing industry efforts to drive innovation, while ensuring that AI companies follow responsible licensing practices that protect, rather than destroy the value of human creativity.
“At BandLab, we believe the future of music must be built on artist-first innovation that respects both legacy and the next generation of creators,” says Meng Ru Kuok, CEO & Co-Founder of BandLab. “At a time when AI exploitation is rampant, we need to aggressively and proactively take action to protect artist rights. Creating pathways and marketplaces for permissible AI training is essential to ensure that AI and music can collaborate in a way that empowers artists, safeguards creativity, and drives real economic value for rights holders.”
Learn more about BandLab Licensing at licensing.bandlab.com.
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Michael Seyer is All Vibes Running a DIY Music CareerThis week, Ari is joined by indie artist Michael Seyer to talk DIY success, his new album Boylife, and launching his own label, Seyerland.

“Investing in local music is more than good sense”: Music tourism pumped £10 billion to the UK economy in 2024, per new reportLive music isn’t just booming – it’s big business. Music tourism generated a staggering £10 billion for the UK economy in 2024, according to UK Music’s Hometown Glory report published today (1 July).
That figure marks a 26% increase from 2023’s £8 billion and comes off the back of blockbuster tours from artists like Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen, Charli XCX, Dua Lipa, and Sam Fender.

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In total, a record-breaking 23.5 million ‘music tourists’ flocked to concerts and festivals across the UK, up 23% from 2023’s 19.2 million. Of those, 21.9 million were domestic visitors, while 1.6 million came from overseas – a sharp 62% increase on the previous year’s numbers.
And it’s not just artists and promoters who benefitted. The report estimates that music tourism supported 72,000 full-time equivalent jobs in the live music sector, up from 62,000 in 2023.
Of the £10 billion generated in 2024, £5.1 billion went directly to ticket sales, travel, food, accommodation, and on-site purchases. The remaining £4.9 billion came from indirect or secondary spending; think additional staffing, security, transport, and supply chains like bars and restaurants.
Notably, the Hometown Glory report also highlights strong public support for live music infrastructure. Half of surveyed adults say they’d attend more concerts if public transport aligned better with gig times, and 69% agree that builders – not venues – should bear the responsibility ‘to make sure noise isn’t a problem’ when building new homes near music venues.
In a statement, UK Music chief executive Tom Kiehl says that “while music generates huge benefits for our local areas, there remain a number of challenges facing our sector such as the rising cost of touring for artists and the threat of closure looming over venues, studios and other music spaces.”
“At a time when government is seeking growth, it is crucial to empower local leaders to make this happen to help boost our artists, creators, venues, studios and music businesses. The Local Music Action Charter, launched in this report, will embolden local actors, particularly in the face of change and disruption, to support sustained growth, and enable those that form part of our local music industries to truly fulfil their potential.”
Councillor Liz Green, Chair of the Local Government Association’s Culture, Tourism and Sport Board, adds that the latest figures “show just how important live music is – not just for our local economies, but for the happiness of our communities.”
“UK Music’s Hometown Glory report is a timely reminder that investing in local music isn’t just good sense – it’s a way to boost pride in place and breathe new life into our high streets. We’re committed to working with local partners to make sure music continues to thrive in every corner of the UK.”
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Figma moves closer to a blockbuster IPO that could raise $1.5BThe financials are impressive and founder CEO Dylan Field already cashed out $20 million worth of shares last year.

US regulator considers simplified path to market for crypto ETFsThe United States Securities and Exchange Commission is reportedly considering simplifying the listing process for certain crypto ETFs.

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There Are Better Lego-Compatible Universal Joints Out ThereLego’s Technic line features all kinds of mechanical devices, from cogs to gears to chains and even pneumatic components. However, the vast majority of these components are made out of plastic and are only capable of toy-like levels of performance. In the competitive world of Lego YouTube, builders often push these parts to their limits, breaking them more often than you might think. To that end, [Brick Experiment Channel] has been investigating stouter Lego-compatible universal joints from a variety of third-party manufacturers.
The video starts with a simple demonstration, showing that a Lego universal joint pops apart at just 0.4 Nm of torque. It’s no surprise, given it relies on tiny plastic pins in snap-fit joints. However, this means that it’s not that hard to build a stronger universal joint to outperform the stock parts.
The video steps through a range of other options available on the market. For example, CaDA builds a universal joint using aluminium sleeves, a copper center, and steel pins to join everything together. It’s so strong that the plastic Lego axles fail long before the joint does. Tested with third-party aluminum axles, it eventually fails at 2.3 Nm of torque when the aluminum sleeve snaps. An all-steel joint from MTP goes even harder, eventually stripping out its axle mount at 4 Nm. The rest of the video goes on to explore angular performance, size, and other design features.
It’s fair to say that if you’re swapping out universal joints and axles for aluminum steel parts, you’re not really playing with Lego anymore. At the same time, it’s neat that there exists a sort of defacto standard kit for mechanical experimentation that is now being expanded upon with stronger components. Video after the break.

Brian Wilson Tribute Set for July 3 at The Canyon Club: A Personal and Powerful CelebrationOn July 3, The Canyon Club will host a heartfelt tribute to one of its most beloved musical icons: Brian Wilson, the visionary behind The Beach Boys’ unmistakable sound. The event promises to be a moving and memorable evening—one that blends timeless music with personal reflection.The Canyon Club has long served as a hub for live music in Southern California, welcoming legendary performers and rising stars alike. Known for its intimate atmosphere and professional production, it’s an ideal setting for a tribute of this scale and sentiment.

According to a statement from the event team, “This will be a truly incredible and uniquely L.A. event."“During rehearsals, Carnie Wilson and her family have been very candid in sharing their journey in their recent loss of her dad, Brian Wilson,” the statement continues. While the show was originally conceived as a musical celebration, it has naturally grown into something more poignant—a moment of both remembrance and recognition.

The production includes a full orchestra and will bring together family, friends, and fans in honor of a man whose songs not only helped define the California sound but also touched countless lives across generations.For those planning to attend, it won’t just be a concert—it’ll be a tribute from the people who knew Brian best, through the music that made him a legend.The post Brian Wilson Tribute Set for July 3 at The Canyon Club: A Personal and Powerful Celebration first appeared on Music Connection Magazine.

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AIR Music Tech has released Channel Strip as a standalone plugin for the first time (previously available as part of a bundle), and it’s free throughout July 2025. If you want a streamlined, mixing-oriented channel strip with all the essentials in one place, this freebie is well worth grabbing. Previously bundled with other AIR products, [...]
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Deerhoof leaves Spotify, but not over royalties: Full StatementTrailblazing indie band Deerhoof leaves Spotify, pulling all of their music off the streamer. Their music will still be available on Apple Music, Amazon Music and other streaming platforms.
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