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The Big Story
Deezer Ships a Free AI-Music Detector
Deezer says nearly half of users importing playlists from rival platforms already have AI-generated tracks in their libraries. The company's new detection tool is free to use, and if you're building sets with any claim to authenticity, it just became essential homework.
via MusicTech
Gear
Digital DJ Tips publishes a full Rane System One video manual
If you've been eyeing the System One but want to see it worked through in detail before committing, this is the most thorough walkthrough available so far.
via YouTube: Digital DJ Tips · Jun 9
Elektron drops a new OS for the Analog Four line
MKI, MKII, and Analog Keys all get sequencing upgrades. If you use any of these for live sets or studio prep, worth updating now.
via MusicTech · Jun 11
Software
Traktor Pro 4 users report audible sound coloring
A DJTT forum thread flags consistent tonal smoothing in Traktor playback and recordings — less contrast in bass and highs versus original files. One to watch if NI addresses it.
via DJTT Forum · Jun 13
The Feed
The state of electronic music through 2026
New industry report covers streaming revenue, touring economics, and emerging markets. Useful benchmarking data if you're trying to figure out where the money is actually going.
via Attack Magazine · Jun 15
Carl Cox gets an OBE
The king of techno has been awarded an Order of the British Empire. Whether or not you've ever played one of his tracks, this is the kind of institutional recognition that raises the whole profession.
via MusicTech
Laidback Luke - This was the GOLDEN ERA Of Music
Live from EDC, YouTube short.
via YouTube: Laidback Luke · Jun 10