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Record-Breaking Fines on Banks for KYC/AML Non-Compliance
Blog Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance have been structured to make financial institutions secure. The rising number of illegal activities in the finance sector is raising concerns for regulatory authorities. This year, the KYC/AML regulations have become more rigid and different countries have also amended their state laws for customer due diligence. Why are all the regulatory authorities imposing more stringent laws in 2021?
"To be quite honest, it’s a little scary!" Gina Brooklyn on the state of America right now
"To be quite honest, it’s a little scary!" Gina Brooklyn on the state of America right now Friday 2nd October 2020 | Grace At just 15 years old, Gina Brooklyn wrote and sang a song that led her to being one of the finalists at The John Lennon song-writing competition in 2017. Three years later, she did it again at the Djooky Music Awards. Apart from this time, she won, beating off competition from 55 different countries with her song No More Hiding.
"I love that about NY. It’s unapologetic" - Sophia Amato on artistry in New York
"I love that about NY. It’s unapologetic" - Sophia Amato on artistry in New York Wednesday 30th September 2020 | Grace Taking influence from the musical greats, Sophia Amato embodies electronic low-fi and gives it a theatrical twist. The artist talks to us about the ever-changing rhythms of her music and what art means to her. Tell us a bit about yourself and your sound? Hey, I’m Sophia and I’ve just released my debut single ‘Glorious Mess’. My sound is always evolving...
"Alt rock is simply phenomenal" - I Am Night talks about her love of the genre
"Alt rock is simply phenomenal" - I Am Night talks about her love of the genre Wednesday 30th September 2020 | Grace Born in Brazil and now based in Baltimore, alternative-rock singer-songwriter I Am Night is making a wave in the underground indie music scene. And with a powerful voice and honest take on life, it’s clear the musician will soon be hitting the big time. We talk to her about everything music, her new EP and getting through depression. Tell us a bit about yourself?
"I would have greedy landlords catapulted" - Sirkut Son on the laws he would make
"I would have greedy landlords catapulted" - Sirkut Son on the laws he would make Wednesday 30th September 2020 | Grace Although primarily an illustrator, Sirkut Son’s creativity has spilled over into the world of music where he creates post-punk, electronic tunes that would give the best in the business a run for their money. We spoke to him about how he combines illustration with music and how he finds his new life in Berlin. As well as, of course, his newly released album Photo Sensitive.
“I don’t like to fuck around” - Regulus Red tells us what makes his music different
“I don’t like to fuck around” – Regulus Red tells us what makes his music different Tuesday 29th September 2020 | Grace Exploding onto the pop scene, Regulus Red is a brilliantly talented musician with both personality and individuality, not to mention his burning flair for making great melodies. The artist has taken inspiration from the like of Robyn, Lady GaGa and Lorde, and with his originality and passion, is having a big impact on the Queer Pop scene.
Trafalgar Square: What’s going on over there?
Trafalgar Square: What’s going on over there? Tuesday 29th September 2020 | Grace Trafalgar square, in the heart of London, is no stranger to a protest. In 1887, the area saw hundreds facing arrest for marching against unemployment. And it was only a few weeks ago that Extinction Rebellion filled the fountains with red dye in solidarity of the way the Brazilian government is handling Covid-19.
"A loving relationship is a two way thing" thisisNAMASTE gives us advice on love
"A loving relationship is a two way thing" thisisNAMASTE gives us advice on love Friday 11th September 2020 | Grace Known for her pop melodies and punchy lyrics, thisisNAMASTE brings us a refreshing form of electro pop to perk us up in these testing times. The artist is well on the way to making a name for herself in the music scene, and with a sharp and captivating voice, it’s easy to see why.
Plastic, killing one sea creature at a time!
Plastic, killing one sea creature at a time! Wednesday 19th April 2017 | Grace From drinking bottles to carrier bags and even cheap cutlery, plastic is everywhere! It has become such a normal part of our daily lives that we probably don’t even notice how much we use it. And why would we? It’s cheap and convenient makes our lives just that bit easier. So, if it’s that good then why did the government insist that we started to pay 5p for a bag when we try and do our shopping?
“Someone broke into our van in Bristol and accidentally locked themselves in” - San Cisco
“Someone broke into our van in Bristol and accidentally locked themselves in” – San Cisco Friday 14th August 2020 | Grace Hailing from Western Australia, San Cisco are an indie-dream pop trio with an upbeat and playful sound. We caught up with Scarlett, the drummer and singer of the band to talk about previous singles, being on the road and what the rest of the year holds for them. Tell us about yourselves and your music. San Cisco is Jordi, Josh and myself.
Barcelona – Travel Review. Grace and Robert Palin travel to Catalonia for a first-time adventure on Las Ramblas and La Sagarada Familia
Travel Review by Grace Barnott and Robert Palin The snow clouds thicken in a minus-6 degrees West Yorkshire as we crunch our way through the rapidly rising snow. We are heading to the airport, soon to be above these clouds on our way to a warmer than cool Barcelona in Catalonia. Not only are we enticed by the comparatively superior fourteen degrees Celsius, but also by the edgy modern shops mixed with the historical Gothic quarter.
Party in paradise with Groovefest!
Party in paradise with Groovefest! House | Monday 30th March 2015 | Christina The party paradise that is Groovefest unfolds at Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic between September 6th and 13th. New York dub house legend and Hot Creations man MK, fellow US legends Dennis Ferrer and DJ Pierre as well as spiritual deep house shamans Osunlade, Green Velvet and Route 94 are all playing.
“[It’s] about real life, no fake shit or pretending” - The Hempolics tell us about their music
“[It’s] about real life, no fake shit or pretending” – The Hempolics tell us about their music Tuesday 14th July 2020 | Grace With their first album, ‘Kiss, Cuddle & Torture’ going down so well, The Hempolics decided it was time to release another album full of Dancehall, Reggae and Hip-Hop tracks for us to ‘bop our head’s’ and get high too. And what a great new album the band have released, with each track being just as wonderful as the last.
“What more could a girl like me want from her corner shop?” Teeah on the best things about East London
“What more could a girl like me want from her corner shop?” Teeah on the best things about East London Monday 13th July 2020 | Grace Teeah made it big in the music industry singing back-up vocals for the likes of Mel B and Amy Winehouse. But it wasn’t until she didn't sing for ten years that she realised she was good enough to do her own thing and be a solo artist. We spoke to her about all this as well as working with Delirious, her new track and what she loves about London.
ROA for Prime Minister
ROA for Prime Minister Tuesday 7th August 2012 | Osh Not really, but there’s no justifiable reason not to have heard of him As far as street art and anonymity are related, very few artists manage to make such a name for themselves or achieve great recognition whilst managing to guard their true identity from the public eye, an obvious example being Banksy; all we really know about him is he wears glasses and came from Bristol.
“I’m from Cambridge, the only knives I’ve seen are butter knives” - Big Heath talk about his life as a rapper
“I’m from Cambridge, the only knives I’ve seen are butter knives” – Big Heath talk about his life as a rapper Friday 10th July 2020 | Grace More and more, music of all genres is starting to reflect on serious topics whilst tackling some of the many issues that we face in the modern age. And rap music is no exception to this. However, with it still being such a male dominated industry, there are still many traits of toxic masculinity that hover in the air when it comes to the rap scene.
Guestlist | Clubs: Eddy Seven
Guestlist | Clubs: Eddy Seven Drum and Bass | Thursday 9th July 2020 | Arren Dubstep head Eddy Seven share a fine selection of clubs. Eddy Seven has been in the bass game for time. He’s the founder of the renowned Uprise Audio, and has himself featured on labels including RAM, Wheel & Deal and Tempa Records. He’s established himself as both a taste maker and curator of the dubstep world, clocking in at some of the best clubs around to unleash his famed sound.
“It’s a bit wtf sometimes and perverted, but that’s why I love it so much” - Ambre on Anime
“It’s a bit wtf sometimes and perverted, but that’s why I love it so much” – Ambre on Anime Thursday 9th July 2020 | Grace Take the enticing voice of Sia, the originality of Lady Gaga and throw in the quirkiness of Japanese Anime and what do you get? The talented, fashionable and fun persona that is Ambre. After graduating from uni with a degree in psychology, Ambre turned her hand to the arts and now, she is a musical success.
Guestlist | Playlist: Mason
Guestlist | Playlist: Mason House | Tuesday 23rd June 2020 | Arren Handpicked disco hits from the musical mind of Mason. Mason, a Dutch DJ/producer who’s been on the scene for years. He first wowed us all with his catchy electro hits such as 'Perfect Exceeder' with Princess Superstar seeing big mainstream success. He has continued on similar vibes since and has a highly successful career.
Whigfield is back, baby!
Whigfield is back, baby! Sunday 21st June 2020 | Grace Most of us will have a strong memory of at some point in our lives strutting our stuff on the dancefloor as Saturday Night bleared out over the speakers. There was nothing better than letting ourselves be free as in unison we twirled our wrists, rolled our arms and jumped four times to turn 90 degrees.
The story of the worst famine in history - 'The Great Chinese Famine'
The story of the worst famine in history - 'The Great Chinese Famine' Monday 25th September 2017 | Grace In the UK, the late 1950’s and early 1960’s were known for a time when the economy was on the rise after the war, rock ‘n’ roll music was breaking boundaries and the first generation of teenagers was being created. On the other side of the world in China, however, things were taking a much darker turn as millions of people faced starvation.
"We had no shortage of ideas, but had very little advice and technical experience." - How Veak has propelled himself centre stage
"We had no shortage of ideas, but had very little advice and technical experience." - How Veak has propelled himself centre stage Drum and Bass | Friday 5th June 2020 | Arren We have a chat with Veak, a sick producer who’s been tearing up our speakers with his sick jungle pumped drum & bass. Hailing from France, Veak is rapidly becoming one artist on everyone’s lips. Over the past few years he’s really put himself into overdrive and has dropped stacks of top notch jungle drum & bass.
Guestlist | Clubs: Maxi Meraki
Guestlist | Clubs: Maxi Meraki House | Wednesday 3rd June 2020 | Arren Rising star Maxi Meraki selects his five favourite venues to party in. The funky minimal tech house artist Maxi Meraki is up next to select our latest club picks. The Belgian DJ/producer who’s known for always smiling began making waves in 2018 with various residencies and sets in Ibiza and Amsterdam.
“I would make Marijuana legal…And [make] litter free communities” - TravThaGod on new laws
“I would make Marijuana legal…And [make] litter free communities” – TravThaGod on new laws Wednesday 3rd June 2020 | Grace In mixing together a plethora of genres, it’s easy to hear that TravThaGod has a real passion for what he does. When talking to us about his links to the UK, how his name came about, and of course, his new track, the American artist shows us his funny, ethical and musical sides.
New label
New label Organized Chaos launches with a cracking debut House | Wednesday 3rd June 2020 | Arren New label Organized Chaos launches with a massive cut from Todd Terry, James Hurr & Adam Griffin. There’a a new imprint on the block and it’s going to champion the post 3am crew.
Heartachers will take you on a beautiful and emotional journey
Heartachers will take you on a beautiful and emotional journey Wednesday 3rd June 2020 | Grace If you’re looking for 5.15 minutes of goose-bump inducing melodies, you need to check out Luca Wilding’s new track ‘Heartachers’. This track will take you to another world and bring you back again in a whirlwind of soft, yet, intense, harmanies. Wilding’s music is like if Alt-J gently ran into The Lumineers and what was left was an amalgamation of melancholic guitar, powerful vocals and unique lyrics.
Body Clock gives psychedelia a modern twist
Body Clock gives psychedelia a modern twist Wednesday 3rd June 2020 | Grace As far as debut singles go, the kaleidoscopic track ‘Body Clock’, by Isle of White indie-psychedelic-pop band As We Leave is a bloody good one. With raw and rhythmic slow guitars and enticing drums, Body Clock carries you to a world of psychedelia and dream pop. Taking aspects of their life from the shores beyond Britain, the band’s general vibe is made up of nostalgia, rural heritage and layers of life experience.
Nick The Lot launches Pick The Lock Records with a savage EP
Nick The Lot launches Pick The Lock Records with a savage EP Drum and Bass | Friday 22nd May 2020 | Arren Nick The Lot launches his own label, Pick The Lock with a killer EP. One of the hottest producers right now, Nick The Lot launches his own imprint today, Pick The Lock. After months of dropping banger after banger on loads imprints including Grid, Subliminal and Jungle Cakes this Brighton-based producer has been steamrolling his way across the scene.
Fresh dance collective CO-ED launch with a massive track
Fresh dance collective CO-ED launch with a massive track House | Friday 22nd May 2020 | Arren Perfect Havoc release debut track from new dance collective, CO-DE. London’s esteemed Perfect Havoc have been endless firing out the bangers, supplying a perfect dosage of slick big room house to soundtrack our lockdown raves. One such release was from a brand new group CO-DE, or co-defendants with their debut release 'Open Your Eyes'.
These 6 BIG news stories of 2016 WILL cheer you up
These 6 BIG news stories of 2016 WILL cheer you up Other | Thursday 8th December 2016 | Tom 2016 has been a notoriously bad year, yet amongst all the celebrity deaths and political screw ups there were a few news stories that will instantly pick up from your mainstream media slump.
Dillinja's Valve Recordings is back
Dillinja's Valve Recordings is back Drum and Bass | Thursday 21st May 2020 | Arren Dillinja’s iconic Valve Recordings returns, kicking off with a huge dubplate everyone’s been waiting for. The iconic Valve Recordings makes its return on May 29th, breaking their silence with one of the biggest dubplates of recent years: Break's remix of 'Hard Noize'. A colossal remix of one of Dillinja’s 22 year old classics, setting the tone for a new run of releases that already has us salivating.
“Don’t become a part of the furniture” - Yr Eira give us some life advice
“Don’t become a part of the furniture” – Yr Eira give us some life advice Wednesday 20th May 2020 | Grace Formed of Lewys Wyn, Trystan Thomas, Guto Howells and Ifan Davies, Yr Eira are a band who are proud to call themselves Welsh. The quirky indie-dream-pop collective has a sound that is a mix of Passion Pit meets Catfish and the Bottlemen, with a little bit of Waves thrown in. Simply put, they are just what you need to perk up your day.
“I think the thought of people partying to my darkest thoughts is amusing.”
“I think the thought of people partying to my darkest thoughts is amusing.” Thursday 14th May 2020 | Grace During these bad times, sometimes all we want is a bit of pop culture that reflects a little more on how we are really feeling. But also has a way of pulling us out of the dark just that bit, too. Well, with her authentic lyricism, punchy beats and catchy melodies, Fanny Anderson is back on the scene and her music is doing just that.
Guestlist | Playlist: Pythius
Guestlist | Playlist: Pythius Drum and Bass | Thursday 14th May 2020 | Arren Pythius drops a savage selection of tunes for our latest playlist! Since his breakout into drum & bass with his 'Abandon' EP on Blackout Music, Pythius and his tunes have shaken the industry to its very core. Since then he’s built on his unique sound, blending his musical loves from trance, techno, and metal into face-melting technical drum & bass - to much acclaim from DJs and fans alike.
"SUPPORT EACH OTHER AND CREATE OUR OWN PLATFORMS" - IN 2020, NÁPOLES WANTS US TO UPLIFT AND ELEVATE
"SUPPORT EACH OTHER AND CREATE OUR OWN PLATFORMS" - IN 2020, NÁPOLES WANTS US TO UPLIFT AND ELEVATE Thursday 14th May 2020 | Grace Having already been played on BBC 1Xtra and Rinse FM, as well as having opened for Beyonce and Jay-Z, Nápoles is a rising R&B and hip-hop star that cannot be missed. The Swedish musician went from singing in choirs to making her own music. So, we spoke to her about what the scene in Stockholm is like and why she doesn’t feel the pressure as a woman in the industry.
"Support each other and create our own platforms" - In 2020, Naploes wants us to uplift and elevate.
"Support each other and create our own platforms" - In 2020, Naploes wants us to uplift and elevate. Thursday 14th May 2020 | Grace Having already been played on BBC 1Xtra and Rinse FM, as well as having opened for Beyonce and Jay-Z, Nápoles is a rising R&B and hip-hop star that cannot be missed. The Swedish musician went from singing in choirs to making her own music. So, we spoke to her about what the scene in Stockholm is like and why she doesn’t feel the pressure as a woman in the industry.
Guestlist | Clubs: DC Breaks
Guestlist | Clubs: DC Breaks Drum and Bass | Tuesday 5th May 2020 | Arren DC Breaks share their 5 of their favourite venues. DC Breaks, an unstoppable duo who’ve been making loads of noise for 15 years now. In this time they’ve undeniably become one of the biggest acts in drum & bass, with a solid sound to call they’re own and their unwavering commitment to heavy bass.
Reflecting on joy, pain and everything in-between, Aspen Martin's new EP is one not to miss
Reflecting on joy, pain and everything in-between, Aspen Martin's new EP is one not to miss Tuesday 5th May 2020 | Grace After taking a year out to “live life and experience new things” Aspen Martin, a rapper and lyricist who has already been compared to the likes of Ty Dolla $ign, Bryson Tiller, PND and Drake, is back on the music scene with his captivating new EP ‘End Of Discussion’.
Paddy Dennehy's newest track explores the innermost truth of human beings
Paddy Dennehy's newest track explores the innermost truth of human beings Monday 4th May 2020 | Grace Truly encapsulating modern folk-pop, Paddy Dennehy reflects on love, religion and life in his newest track ‘Feed The Full’. Anybody who is a fan of music such as Passenger, Ed Sheeran or Mumford and Sons has to check out this Cork-based Irish singer and his powerful song-writing skills.
Alexa: The Latest Addition to Amazon's Gadget Family
Alexa: The Latest Addition to Amazon's Gadget Family Other | Monday 10th November 2014 | Izaradz You may remember the monstrous, all-knowing, multi-functioning computer V.I.K.I from Alex Proyas’ film, I, Robot. Amazon’s latest Echo Speaker is essentially a more compact and manageable reflection of just that, aside from the fact that it probably won’t use the information it develops to recruit an army of robots to take over the world.
Licked Beatz 2nd Birthday Is Here!
Licked Beatz 2nd Birthday Is Here! Thursday 1st March 2012 | Osh Come and celebrate Licked Beatz 2nd Birthday and be in with the chance of winning 4x VIP tickets and a bottle of champagne! The event will take place at London’s hotspot Cable on Friday 30th March 2012 and lasts the whole night. You can start partying at 10 and go all the way until 6! Legends are coming together that shaped Licked Beatz musical tastes, as well as the new artists that are pushing the boundaries of bass music.
'Lockdown' with Rene LaVice & A Plus' charity release
'Lockdown' with Rene LaVice & A Plus' charity release Drum and Bass | Thursday 30th April 2020 | Arren Rene LaVice and A Plus team up for a banging charity release single, 'Lockdown'. Following two massive singles on his new DeVice label, Rene LaVice steps up again with another huge record. This time enlisting the help of A Plus, better known as internet funnyman Arron Crascall, they’ve sorted a killer track and will be sending the profits to the Royal Free Charity’s Covid-19 Fund.
Mark Knight's 'If It's Love' video has all the positivity we need right now
Mark Knight's 'If It's Love' video has all the positivity we need right now House | Thursday 30th April 2020 | Arren Mark Knight’s crowd-sourced video is full of the feel good vibes we all need right now. Mark Knight’s summer hit, 'If It’s Love', featuring Laura Davie and The Melody Men dropped at the tail of last month, and now it has the perfect video to suit the times.
Guestlist | Playlist: Jack Mirror
Guestlist | Playlist: Jack Mirror Drum and Bass | Thursday 30th April 2020 | Arren Jack Mirror supplies the soundtrack for your next quarantine party with a selection of big bassed madness. We’ve bagged another big selection of tunes, this time from Viper’s own Jack Mirror. He recently dropped a hot new single with Hamburg based producer, Champion. Entitled 'Oculus', it’s an uplifting big room banger that’s sure to get you grinning from ear to ear.
CamelPhat & Artbat's collaboration is nothing short of incredible
CamelPhat & Artbat's collaboration is nothing short of incredible House | Friday 24th April 2020 | Arren CamelPhat and Artbat have teamed up and created an absolute anthem. Two titans of the modern dance music scene, CamelPhat (pictured above) and Artbat have collaborated to create the show stopping track, 'For A Feeling'. Featuring the smoothing vocals of Rhodes, the record has been perfectly constructed and showcases both artist's unique styles.
SINE Audio drop huge charity compilation;
SINE Audio drop huge charity compilation; A SINE of Relief Drum and Bass | Tuesday 21st April 2020 | Arren SINE Audio deliver an incredible compilation of slick drum & bass magic, and are giving the proceeds away to help fight the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite starting up as a label earlier this year, SINE Audio have pulled together a massive compilation of tunes, and will be donating the money from the release to help society pull through the current Covid-19 pandemic.
Tramlines add even more acts to the bill
Tramlines add even more acts to the bill Indie | Thursday 19th May 2016 | Christina Tramlines adds over 60 new acts to its 2016 bill. The latest genre-spanning additions range from American alt-rock outfit The Dandy Warhols to Public Service Broadcasting, and from former Long Blondes frontwoman Kate Jackson to Big Narstie, Ragga Twins, Dub Phizix, and DRS, with a bonus DJ set from snooker legend Steve Davis.
Guestlist | Clubs: Forbidden Society
Guestlist | Clubs: Forbidden Society Drum and Bass | Tuesday 14th April 2020 | Arren The Czech Republic’s versatile producer and DJ, Forbidden Society is the next artist picking out his favourite clubs. He’s a well versed member of the drum & bass scene with a platform that extends a lot further than his roots in the Czech Republic.
Guestlist | Clubs: Receptor
Guestlist | Clubs: Receptor Drum and Bass | Tuesday 14th April 2020 | Arren Russian drum & bass head, Receptor is the next artist who selects his favourite clubs. His selections are on point and have been wisely chosen from his wealth of experience, perfect to add on to our hit list for when the COVID-19 restrictions begin to be lifted. As a producer he’s been smashing the game for a years and has recieved fair amounts of praise, he's even been described as Russia's answer to Spor.
Netsky returns to drum & bass, and sounds fresher than ever
Netsky returns to drum & bass, and sounds fresher than ever Drum and Bass | Tuesday 14th April 2020 | Arren The mesmerizing producer Netsky is returning to drum & bass! At his peak he was one of the biggest names in electronic music. Perfectly constructed records from a range of styles and genres were hitting the charts and dancefloors across the world and the Belgian prodigy Netsky was a household name.
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