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The Nighttime Foundation launches as a non-profit for global nightlife communities
The Nighttime Foundation has launched as a global non-profit dedicated to empowering nightlife communities worldwide.
The Nighttime Foundation has now launched as a global non-profit born out of the advocacy work of nightlife research and consultancy, VibeLab, and spearheaded by a board that brings the multi-faceted expertise needed to champion nightlife. By building on connections between enthusiasts, creators, industry networks, and governments worldwide, the Foundation aims to amplify the vibrant ecosystems that contribute to thriving nightlife globally, ensuring that the people who create nightlife have the power to shape its future.
The Nighttime Foundation positions itself as a global thought leader, facilitating knowledge-sharing, fostering collaboration across various stakeholders, and championing best practices. One of the key outcomes of this approach is empowering local pilot programmes that enrich the global knowledge base, inspiring innovation in urban policy and elevating nightlife as a driver of social and economic sustainability.
The Foundation emerges at a critical moment when metropolitan environments are undergoing fundamental transformation after dark. Climate change accelerates this shift as rising temperatures push more activities to cooler evening hours, demanding sophisticated nighttime governance that urban planning has yet to embrace. As traditional retail and office properties face declining relevance, the 6pm-6am economy has become essential for keeping inner cities alive through flexible gastronomy, experiences, and culturally-rooted concepts. Beyond economic vitality, nightlife spaces serve as essential environments for social contact, joy, and self-expression, fostering community bonds that help cities respond to widespread isolation across all age groups. In our increasingly divided political landscape, these spaces offer genuine connection and community building—a vision now championed by a global movement of Night Mayors and Commissions across over 100 cities.
The Foundation’s board brings together a wealth of experience across nightlife, culture, and policy sectors. Chair Dr. Anna-Marazuela Kim brings expertise as an activist, advocate, and international advisor for culture in cities, working across academia, architecture, and non-profits. A cultural thinker and civic visionary, she champions nightlife as culture and a catalyst for bold, connected, and inclusive urban life. Treasurer Georgia McDonnell-Adams brings over two decades of experience as a culture and brand strategist, with proven expertise in transforming vision into human-first strategic outcomes for iconic brands like Boiler Room and Absolut Vodka. Secretary Kae Burke, co-founder of House of Yes nightclub in New York City, brings passion for fostering inclusive, arts-forward night culture communities that are both vibrant and impactful.
“From fire circles to dancefloors, nightlife has always been where humanity gathers to connect, create, and belong,” shares Kae Burke, Secretary.
Advocacy is at the root of the Nighttime Foundation mandate, inspired by the work of industry pioneers Mirik Milan (Amsterdam’s former Night Mayor) and Lutz Leichsenring (Board Member and former Spokesperson of Berlin’s Clubcommission), co-founders of VibeLab.
“We’re living in times of conservative policies, and nightlife remains one of the last social bastions for cultural expression; it needs constant support and strengthening. The Foundation helps communities innovate locally in ways that benefit the global nightlife collective,” says Mirik Milan.
A survey conducted by the Foundation gathered perspectives from over 100 nightlife advocates, professionals, and academics across the globe, revealing a sector ready to champion positive change. When asked what fuels nightlife success in their cities, respondents cited community engagement (63%) and progressive policies (61%) as the leading factors, indicating that when communities and governments work together, culture flourishes.
Respondents also had the opportunity to express their priorities for the Foundation’s work: nearly three-quarters (73%) called for best-practice toolkits, with notable demand for policy advocacy (68%) and professional networking (68%). These results provide a roadmap for action, one that the Nighttime Foundation is positioning itself to deliver on.
“The Nighttime Foundation has never been more vital. Creating a platform to share and learn from global best practices while celebrating those doing extraordinary work will help shift perceptions, strengthen a city’s economy, and showcase the power of life after dark in shaping its cultural and community landscape,” shares Georgia McDonnell-Adams, Treasurer.
“Nightlife is a powerful lens on the kind of cities we want to build—bold, connected, and alive. With the Nighttime Foundation, we have a chance to put nightlife where it belongs: at the heart of urban life, recognised as culture in its own right and essential to thriving communities,” shares Dr. Anna-Marazuela Kim, Chair.
The Foundation actively shapes the future of nightlife through three interconnected pillars that deliver real impact:
Innovation drives bold ideas in sustainability, safety, and technology. The Foundation is working on its annual NTEReport to spotlight entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors at the intersection of technology, culture, and economics, as they shape the future of nightlife.
Education builds knowledge and leadership through mentorships, reports, and peer-to-peer learning. The Foundation is undertaking a Nightlife Ethics Toolkit that consolidates case studies and practical templates to guide the community towards implementing ethical practices, globally.
Community brings together nightlife lovers and decision-makers through immersive events, global summits, and creative campaigns. Through Nighttime Labs, the Foundation hosts a dialogue series for a safer, inclusive, and sustainable nightlife at major international gatherings.
Join the movement. The Nighttime Foundation invites supporters worldwide to defend the night by contributing to its mission through a donation or by completing the global survey to actively inform the Foundation’s work. The Nighttime Foundation is proud to have the support of Weeztix as they kickstart this exciting journey. Whether you’re an industry leader, creator, policymaker, or nightlife enthusiast, every voice matters.
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After years of silence, both halves of Daft Punk are finally making noise again.
Just weeks after Thomas Bangalter surprised fans with his first DJ set in 16 years alongside Fred again.. in Paris, reports have surfaced that Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo is working on his first solo album. French music executive Emmanuel de Buretel, founder of Because Music, revealed in a recent interview that “Guy-Man fait son album” — “Guy-Man is making his album.”
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From Robots to Reinvention
When Daft Punk announced their official split in 2021, it closed one of the most influential chapters in electronic music history. Since then, Bangalter has re-emerged through art-driven solo projects like Mythologies and CHIROPTERA — and now, a long-awaited return to live DJing.
Meanwhile, Guy-Manuel has stayed largely off the radar. The recent comments from de Buretel mark the first credible sign that the quieter half of Daft Punk may finally be stepping into the spotlight. If true, this would be his first major solo release since the duo’s breakup.
What We Know (and What We Don’t)
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Confirmed source: The quote originates from de Buretel’s appearance on France Inter, reported by We Rave You on November 2, 2025.
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No official details: There’s still no word on collaborators, tracklist, or release timeline.
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Bangalter’s momentum: His recent Paris DJ set, captured at the Centre Pompidou, confirms that both members are creatively active again.
In short: both robots are moving, just not in sync this time.
Why This Matters
Guy-Manuel’s production style helped define Daft Punk’s signature French-touch sound — from the raw funk of Homework to the glossy euphoria of Discovery and the analog warmth of Random Access Memories. A solo record could finally show what his sound looks like when it stands completely on its own.
Will it be disco-driven and nostalgic, or something darker and more experimental? Either way, fans have waited over a decade to find out.
The Next Chapter
Between Thomas Bangalter’s surprise DJ comeback and Guy-Manuel’s rumored solo project, 2025 might finally be the year Daft Punk’s legacy continues moving forward.
One behind the decks. One in the studio.
Both back in motion — just not together… yet.
Gipetto returns to OVAVA Music with ‘Call From Saturn,’ a cinematic blend of hypnotic house and Afro-Arabic rhythms featuring an emotional, guiding vocal.
Gipetto returns to OVAVA Music with his second solo release, ‘Call From Saturn’. Layered with atmospheric details and featuring a striking vocal that guides the music with prominence and emotion, the track combines hypnotic rhythm and cinematic textures, ideal for both the dancefloor and focused listening.
With over fifteen years of experience, Gipetto has developed a sound that bridges continents and cultures. Originally from Belgium and now based in Dubai, he draws inspiration from the rhythmic pulse of Afro and Arabic music alongside the melodic soundscapes of Europe. His career has taken him from clubs in Tulum and Belgium to stages in Dubai and Shanghai, each performance reflecting his focus on rhythm and melody.
‘Call From Saturn’ follows Gipetto’s debut release on OVAVA Music and represents a continuation of his evolving style. The track demonstrates his approach to production, combining emotive vocals with layered textures and rhythmic structures that appeal to a wide range of electronic music audiences.
Since its inception, OVAVA Music, the UK and Ibiza-based imprint led by Ollie Mundy, has built a strong reputation for standout releases and authentic talent. Celebrating both emerging and established artists, OVAVA has created a distinct identity in the electronic music scene, drawing inspiration from Burning Man and Ollie’s global travels.
Known for quality club-focused releases, the label has received consistent support from industry heavyweights including Black Coffee, Damian Lazarus, Themba, Claptone, Marco Carola, Paco Osuna, Joris Voorn, Paul van Dyk, Ruben Mandolini, Steve Lawler, Shiba San, TSHA, and more.
OVAVA’s highlights include a No.1 on Beatport’s Afro House chart, multiple Traxsource Top 10 positions, and Ollie’s Burning Man-inspired mixes surpassing 5.2 million views. Rooted in emotion, Ollie’s journey as curator and artist shapes the label’s immersive output, designed to inspire introspection, connection, and euphoria. Extending this ethos, OVAVA Music Radio streams 24/7 with seamless, ad-free mixes showcasing the depth and diversity of the roster. In less than a year, OVAVA has amassed nearly 200,000 streams with a playlist reach of 2.4 million, recently featuring at Café del Mar and Back to Mine at Pikes Ibiza.
‘Call From Saturn’ marks the next step in OVAVA Music’s journey, highlighting Gipetto’s unique sound and delivering a release designed to reach listeners on dancefloors across the globe.
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Teksupport celebrates its 10-year anniversary with a massive New Year’s Week series ft. Bonobo, Loco Dice b2b Seth Troxler, Âme, and more at Brooklyn Storehouse and 99 Scott.
Today, New York City’s leading underground event collective, Teksupport, announces the finale of its 10-year anniversary celebration with a four-show series during New Year’s week. Closing out a decade of groundbreaking events, Teksupport will wrap its “Teksupport X” programming across Brooklyn Storehouse and 99 Scott, featuring an all-star lineup of world-class house and techno artists that will bring the collective’s anniversary year to a powerful close.
The series begins with a New Year’s Day marathon at Brooklyn Storehouse on January 1 showcasing a forward-thinking lineup of back-to-back sets — including Afriqua b2b Mink, Aly Meza b2b The Fellas, Ben Sterling b2b Hot Since 82, Brunello b2b Rafael, Clüb de Combat b2b Salomé Le Chat, Loco Dice b2b Seth Troxler, and Riordan b2b Obskür.
The momentum carries into January 2 at Brooklyn Storehouse with top-tier billing featuring genre-bending icon Bonobo (DJ Set), Innervisions co-founder Âme (DJ Set) b2b Swiss maestro Jimi Jules, Life and Death founder DJ Tennis, live-electronic visionary Jan Blomqvist, and rising star LuSiD. Teksupport X will wrap at 99 Scott on January 2nd and 3rd, with an unmissable lineup of to be announced talent.
Fueled by forward-thinking taste, a deep passion for dance music, and a distinctly New York sense of hustle, Teksupport has been a driving force at the intersection of club culture, high fashion, and technology for the past decade.
Founded by Rob Toma, a born-and-raised New Yorker who began throwing parties as a teenager, Teksupport has continually redefined the city’s nightlife landscape—transforming abandoned factories, navy yards, subterranean ballrooms, passenger ships, and even Grand Central Station into transcendent event spaces.
Throughout its evolution, Teksupport has also served as a bridge between global and American dance culture, introducing landmark European institutions such as Ibiza’s CircoLoco and Germany’s Time Warp to U.S. audiences for the first time, and providing a platform for world-class DJs and immersive experiences previously found only overseas.
Sign up for tickets here: Teksupport New Year’s Week
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Teksupport New Year’s Week Calendar
1/1:
Afriqua b2b Mink
Aly Meza b2b The Fellas
Ben Sterling b2b Hot Since 82
Brunello b2b Rafael
Clüb de Combat b2b Salomé Le Chat
Loco Dice b2b Seth Troxler
Riordan b2b Obskür
at Brooklyn Storehouse
1/2:
Âme (DJ) b2b Jimi Jules
Bonobo (DJ Set) b2b DJ Tennis
Jan Blomqvist (Live)
LuSiD
at Brooklyn Storehouse
1/2:
Lineup TBA
at 99 Scott
1/3:
Lineup TBA
at 99 Scott
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