Detroit Scene
How Detroit’s Underground Spaces Forged a Global Rave Sound
A look at the gritty venues that turned Detroit into a birthplace of electronic music culture.
2 Nov 2026
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Dance music, festivals and the Detroit scene. Updated daily.
Detroit Scene
From Belleville to the Beat: Tracing Detroit Techno's Roots and Its Next Wave
A quick guide to the Belleville Three's impact and how their legacy shapes today's techno scene.
14 Oct 2026
Detroit Scene
Detroit Still Beats: Why the Motor City Remains Techno’s Heart
The city’s history, sound, and community keep Detroit at the core of techno culture.
10 Oct 2026
Detroit Scene
How Detroit's Spaces Forged Its Signature Sound
A look at the kinds of venues that have quietly driven Detroit’s dance music evolution.
9 Oct 2026
Detroit Scene
Explore All of Detroit During Movement Weekend - Not Just Hart Plaza
A quick guide to getting the most out of Movement by roaming the city’s best spots, food, and vibes.
26 Sep 2026
Detroit Scene
From the Belleville Three to Today’s Detroit Techno Pulse
A quick guide to how the Belleville Three sparked Detroit techno and how the scene has evolved since then.
20 Sep 2026
Detroit Scene
Why Detroit Remains the Heartbeat of Techno
Detroit's unique blend of history, community, and relentless creativity keeps it the undisputed home of techno.
16 Sep 2026
Detroit Scene
How Detroit’s Hidden Spaces Forged the City’s Signature Sound
A look at the low‑key venues that gave techno its gritty, relentless edge.
15 Sep 2026
Detroit Scene
Explore Movement Weekend Beyond Hart Plaza: A Citywide Rave Guide
Turn Movement weekend into a Detroit-wide adventure with practical tips for navigating the scene beyond Hart Plaza.
2 Sep 2026
Detroit Scene
From Belleville to the World: How the Belleville Three Shaped Detroit Techno and Its Legacy
A quick guide to the Belleville Three’s role in creating Detroit techno and the scene that followed.
27 Aug 2026
Detroit Scene
Detroit Still Beats: Why the Motor City Remains Techno's Heart
Detroit's history, community, and sound keep it the undisputed home of techno.
23 Aug 2026
Detroit Scene
Drum and Bass Makes a Comeback: What You Need to Know
The high-energy genre is experiencing a resurgence in popularity, with new artists and events drawing in crowds
16 Aug 2026
Around the scene
Headlines from the dance music press. These open at the source.
DJ Mag
Juan Atkins, Detroit techno pioneer, has died
The iconic architect of Detroit techno has died, leaving the global rave community in shock
Mixmag
Techno originator Juan Atkins has died aged 64
The techno legend who helped birth Detroit's sound has passed away, leaving the scene in mourning.
Mixmag
Detroit DJ Rick Wade shares health update following heart attack
Detroit legend Rick Wade is heading to Miami to spin just weeks after a heart attack, and his comeback is a must-read for any raver.