For the cassette lovers out there (and the ones who pretend they’re too young to ‘properly’ remember them!) International Cassette Store Day will take place in September 2013.

DJs and mobile entertainers can ‘pedal’ bright LED colour washes at their gigs with the new Mega TRI38 Sys from ADJ. An all-in-one portable RGB LED wash system, the Mega TRI38 Sys features a wireless battery-powered foot controller that gives users command over functions like Black Out, Sound Activation, Programs and Colour from distances of up to 60 feet (19 metres) – all with a tap of the toe!

The ‘Longest Marathon Drumming By A Team’ record has been smashed this week, beating the previous record by over four incredible hours!

DJ only music label Mastermix has unveiled the tracks that are to appear on the August instalment of its monthly ‘Pro Disc’ release. Packed with new and forthcoming releases from the biggest names in pop, indie, dance, urban and rock music each track on Pro Disc is the expletive-free radio friendly version perfect for the family parties that are the staple bookings for most mobile DJs.

DJs in London will be going crazy for the new vinyl-only lending library which operates on a not-for-profit basis.

Kam have introduced a versatile new range of DJ effect lighting. There are six professional and affordable LED lights in the series, which is due to hit Kam retailers any time now, each offering a different multi-colour LED lighting effect.

The original members of girl group Sugababes will reunite as Mutya Keisha Siobhan or ‘MKS’ for short, after three line-up changes, to perform a headline gig at London’s Scala.

Prolyte Group has refreshed the brand identity of its LiteConsole product range with the launch of a dedicated website and a new logo. LiteConsole represents a selection of lightweight, innovative performance platforms that are popularly used as mobile DJ booths.

The new Inno Spot LED from ADJ is powered by a mighty 50-watt LED source; this compact intelligent moving head blasts stunningly brilliant gobo/colour effects on walls, ceilings and dance-floors for a truly spectacular lightshow at any nightclub or venue.

Legendary artists The Wailers are set to return to the UK throughout September and October with their internationally popular ‘Legend’ album tour.

At the NADJ’s Annual Conference & AGM earlier this year, the association added an element of fun to the day with the inclusion of a game of Rock and Roll Bingo. Everyone in attendance got involved in the game, which involved prizes for the winners, and also raised money for charity Action on Hearing Loss.

CHAUVET DJ’s BEAMbar and BEAMshot — two powerful fixtures designed to emit razor-sharp beams and create eye-catching aerial effects when combined with haze or fog – are now available from UK retailers.

Boy George is set to return with his first new studio album of original material in almost two decades. The former member of iconic 80s group Culture Club will be releasing ‘This Is What I Do’ later this year, supported by live dates in the UK.

Now DJs and entertainers can set up their lightshow anywhere they wish with no strings attached ... of any kind. ADJ has introduced the ‘fully cordless’ WiFLY Series, consisting of a wireless DMX transceiver and three compatible battery-powered LED fixtures, which, when used together, totally eliminate the need for both DMX cables and electrical power cords.

Pioneer is set to enter the professional audio market with the launch of its flagship club sound system. Drawing on Pioneer’s rich heritage in sound reproduction and a close collaboration with Gary Stewart Audio (GSA) and Powersoft, this exciting arrival promises to make waves in Ibiza this season.

Due to poor ticket sales, this weekend's The Isle of Man Festival has been cancelled despite Wretch 32, Paloma Faith and Primal Scream being lined up to play.

DJs and entertainers looking to beef up their sound system without breaking their bank accounts should check out the new ELX Series of power amplifiers from American Audio.

A BBC documentary on Queen frontman Freddie Mercury has won the renowned 52nd Rose d’Or Award in the Arts category. The award honours the most creative entertainment television programmes from around the world.

Do you fancy a new Challenge? Would you like to work for one of the fastest growing brands in the DJ and Entertainment sector? CHAUVET Europe is looking to expand its team by recruiting a UK Retail Sales Person.

The latest addition in the Mastermix DJ Beats series is out today, packed with 15 classic floor-fillers all with added 8-bar intro and outro to aid DJs in creating smooth beat mixed party sets. The album features tracks from the 60s right through to current essential tracks from artists including Daft Punk, The Weather Girls, Whigfield, Dolly Parton and The Jacksons.

Legendary rock group Iron Maiden will perform one concert at London’s O2 on Saturday the 2nd of August to round off their current world tour.

Having built up a solid customer base online, sound and lighting equipment retailer Soundsavers have opened a store in the Headingley area of Leeds.

The UK’s campest collective is off on the road around the UK at the end of 2013 to celebrate the tenth anniversary of their smash album ‘Permission To Land’.

SEDA (the South East Discotheque Association) are hosting their next SEDABuzz education day this Monday the 24th of June at The Moat Pub in Wrotham, Sevenoakes, Kent. Guest speakers for the event include Pro Mobile regular Mark Walsh and previously profiled DJ Alan Marshall.

Although they’ve been around since the ’60s, ultraviolet lights show no signs of fading away; in fact, they just keep adapting to the times. Now ADJ has created the ultimate ‘black light’ for today’s mobile DJs. The company’s new LED UV GO is an LED-powered ultraviolet bar that can GO just about anywhere, because it runs on its own internal lithium battery.