Is there a reason why the summer festivals of 2021 have been connected to conflict and violence?  
 
<h3>Show me more, show me less </h3>
 
When summer comes around, so does the UK festival season. 
Whether you have attended a festival this year or not, your social media accounts would have been plastered with endless videos and pictures making you feel like you had.  
However, a re-occurring theme appeared that made skipping out on bigger events such as Creamfields and Reading and Leeds a lot easier this year.
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<h3>No dancing, just fighting </h3>
 
Violence and conflict were prominent within the grounds of festivals such as Parklife and Wireless this year. Both festivals are favourites in the scene. But there was a concern when bad behaviours dominated the atmosphere of the events. 
With the easing of lockdowns and restrictions, could it be that we <a href="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/were-we-really-ready-for-festival-season/">weren’t quite ready</a> to be social on such a large scale?  
Tensions among us have been brewed over the last year and a half. Higher bouts of anger and frustration have occurred due to countless lockdowns and restrictions. There have been higher cases of bad mental health too.
Some have let these loose through the form of aggression towards each other, causing problems for others.
 
<h3>Un-security at Wireless festival</h3>
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<a href="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/saturday-wireless-2021-highlights/">Wireless Festival</a> was hosted between the 10 and 12 of September at Crystal Palace Park this year. Big-name acts such as Future, Skepta and Migos headlining. The Hip-Hop and Grime event took a turn when a fight broke out between fans. 
Security guards took it into their own to strike back onto a girl who was being aggressive towards them, instead of being broken up successfully.
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🚨 | NEW: Another angle of the fight at Wireless Festival <a href="https://t.co/BXmdSdETMG">pic.twitter.com/BXmdSdETMG</a>
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<h3>Get out of the way, Parklife </h3>
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A large-scale fight broke out at Parklife festival hosted at Heaton Park in Manchester on the weekend of the 11 and 12 of September this year. 
The fight happened at the Kuluki stage, putting a dampener on the event’s mood.  
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Imagine being at the Kaluki stage in parklife and all of a sudden a fight breaks out and someone pulls out a knife ?? Why are these people at festivals
— Casey Hurry (@caseyrianne_) <a href="https://twitter.com/caseyrianne_/status/1437166631583731715?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 12, 2021</a></blockquote>
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The fight was seen to happen in a mosh pit, which quickly dispersed after dancers were interrupted by the aggression and fists of others.  
A young 22-year-old boy was stabbed in the leg in another conflict. An investigation into this attack is still live according to the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/breaking-parklife-stabbing-man-22-24970064">Mirror</a>.  
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This happened at Parklife in manchester <a href="https://t.co/Zy3PsJD5pN">pic.twitter.com/Zy3PsJD5pN</a>
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<h3>Where do we go from here for UK festivals? </h3>
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With aggression and violence not being new to the festival scene, it definitely has been more defiant in recent years. Conflict can be seen from more angles and in more capacities with social media in the hand of almost every event attendee. 
Fortunately, violence is just a small portion of what is to come with festivals, events and clubbing. A lot of this is due to the intoxications of drink and drugs. 
But, when in the midst of a crowded field, club or room, please remember to be safe and to leave your Covid frustrations at home.  
<a href="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/open-for-business-what-is-next-for-the-new-clubbing-scene/">The party is back</a>. So, let’s make sure we are enjoying the freedom, and not putting ourselves back into a cage. 
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Words by Drew-Alexandra O&#8217;Keeffe

UK festivals: The summer of … violence?

<h3>What went down on the second day at the Wireless festival 2021?</h3>
Ladies and gentlemen, autumn has officially arrived. Summer 2021 is officially over.
But, the month of September has been eventful, to say the least.
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Last weekend, the Wireless music festival returned after a one-year absence due to the pandemic.
It was only right I went down to Crystal Palace Park to see the return of one of the biggest music festivals in the UK.
Upon my arrival, the sun was out and you just knew that it would be a good day.
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Crystal Palace Park was full of young, vibrant, energetic and enthusiastic people who were all just looking to have a great time!
First to the main stage is none other than West London&#8217;s very own Central Cee, who performed his hit songs &#8216;Day in a life&#8217;, &#8216;Loading&#8217; and &#8216;Obsessed with you&#8217;.
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Central Cee was then followed up by another West London giant, Fredo, who got the crowd jumpy, to say the least with his hit song &#8221;They Ain&#8217;t 100&#8242;.
If having these stars from West London was not enough, along came to the eminent AJ Tracey live and direct!
The hip hop giants kept arriving, and this time from across the globe, with the likes of Swae Lee and Meek Mill &#8211; who performed for the first time in London. 
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Last but not least, headlining Saturday&#8217;s edition of Wireless 2021, Grime pioneer and UK hip hop legend, Skepta, who had the best performance and production of the day with crazy special effects.
Check out the YouTube video below to view all the highlights from Wireless 2021.
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Featured Image Credit: <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/Qnlp3FCO2vc">Tijs van Leur</a>
Written by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-magli-7858a31a9/">Dominic Magli</a>

Saturday Wireless 2021 Highlights

There was an overwhelming buzz when UK festivals opened their gates to dance hungry music fans this summer.  
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Sold out shows include Creamfields, The Lost Village and Reading and Leeds Festival. 
The festival season had us prepared for a weekend of sweat, smiles and a lot of strange behaviour. 
But for some, the idea of being in a crowded space caused feelings of anxiety and regret when buying tickets. 
A lot of fans decided to miss out on the festival season this year due to the anxiety of catching and spreading the Covid-19 virus.
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bare people at festivals this weekend and normally i’d be jealous but my covid anxiety said ✨no✨
— cerys (@cerysallen_) <a href="https://twitter.com/cerysallen_/status/1431240589396348928?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 27, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<h4>Re-sell, re-sell&#8230; no-sell?</h4>
Helping out the music and entertainment industry after a hard-hitting effect from the Covid-19 pandemic has been massively encouraged. 
Fans who impulse bought festival tickets caused an influx of re-selling just days before events went live.  
Re-selling event tickets isn&#8217;t an unusual process. 
Although, the amount of those re-selling this year due to illness and restriction related situations was a lot higher than usual.
 Those selling are finding it harder than usual to make a successful sale. 
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Yo why has it been so hard for people to sell their festival tickets lately? Is it because of the policy change with vaccination?
— That Bitch (@AriRodriguez_) <a href="https://twitter.com/AriRodriguez_/status/1431136411021811721?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 27, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Recently Scotland announced they are <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2021/aug/27/scotland-records-highest-number-of-daily-covid-cases">&#8216;proposing vaccine certificates for entry to nightclubs and large-scale indoor and outdoor events in an attempt to curb escalating Covid infections&#8217; </a>for late September this year. 
This has come shortly after the opening of nightclubs and has proved a <a href="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/open-for-business-what-is-next-for-the-new-clubbing-scene/">false hope for freedom in the future.</a> 
This affects those trying to buy event tickets. 
The idea of new restrictions being put in place in the UK will put off those who usually buy event tickets in advance.  
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damn I did NOT think it’d be this hard to sell some festival tickets
— ev (@Adimem_) <a href="https://twitter.com/Adimem_/status/1432760052864143366?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<h4>No time to dance</h4>
Elrow Town London was cancelled this year <a href="https://new.enfield.gov.uk/news-and-events/a-statement-on-elrow-town-trent-park/">&#8216;due to significant damage to the grounds at Trent Park during a third party event on Saturday 7 / Sunday 8&#8217;. </a>
After being cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic, the event was meant to take place on the 21st of August this year.
Many fans were upset and angry at the cancellation being so close to the event date.
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This then adds to the worry of purchasing tickets for events in the future.
The subject of cancellation being so prominent in recent years has made people reluctant to book not just festivals and events, but holidays too.
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<h4>A few too many cases</h4>
The BBC reported that the music festival Broadmasters &#8216;<a class="ssrcss-9nsdc6-InlineLink e1no5rhv0" href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-58309660">is thought to have created 4,700 coronavirus cases.&#8217;</a>
The event took place between the 11th and 15th of August this year and was held in Newquay, Cornwall.
Broadmasters was one of the first events to take place during the August festival rush.
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Despite the fears of festivals causing cases to rise, other events have taken strict precautions to stop this from happening.
Reading and Leeds Festival took many <a href="https://www.itv.com/news/meridian/2021-08-26/how-covid-safe-is-reading-festival">Covid secure actions</a> to avoid cases from rising.
This included showing proof of full vaccinations and of an NHS approved negative test.
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<h4>Were we ready?</h4>
With all things considered, were we really ready for festival season?
As it seems, it is all down to personal preference.
Whether we are comfortable or not getting back into the world with fewer restrictions and precautions is up to our individual selves.
If the right actions are taken to avoid anxieties to creep in, such as pre-planning, being sensible and keeping safe, then we should be on the right track to a more prepared festival season next year.
If there is one thing to consider, it is to make sure you are making the most of what you have before the world potentially, if ever, stops again.
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Words by Drew-Alexandra O&#8217;Keeffe
Feature image sourced via Creamfields.com

Were we really ready for festival season?

<h3>The Canadian superstar releases his long-awaited sixth studio album</h3>
After the release of 2018&#8217;s &#8216;Scorpion&#8217;, many anticipated what else they can expect from Drake. 
Three years on, the Canadian rapper teased the great music he had in the stash.
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Firstly, he dropped the &#8216;Dark Lane Demo Tapes&#8217; mixtape in May 2020 &#8211; which showcased his delivery, versatile flows and catchy hooks. 
His next move was releasing the &#8216;Scary Hours 2&#8217; EP in March 2021, conveying his lyrical ability whilst having two features &#8211; Lil Baby and Rick Ross.
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These projects built suspense for Drake&#8217;s sixth studio album, Certified Lover Boy, which had been first announced back in April 2019.
On October 24 2020, Drake&#8217;s 34th birthday, it was announced that the album would be released sometime in January 2021.
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However, Drake suffered a knee injury in January 2021 that led to the album being delayed for nine months.
On 30 August, Drake officially announced that the album will release on September 3 2021.
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Leading up to the album&#8217;s release, Drake announced the features through billboards.
The billboards appeared in the hometowns of the featured artists.
Some of the most notable features include Jay Z, Lil Baby, Future, Young Thug, Lil Durk, Giveon, Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, 21 Savage, Ty Dolla $ign, Travis Scott and Tems.
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Feature Image Credit: <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/WQQEe7qEY4s">Joshua Chua</a>
Written by Dominic Magli

Drake’s ‘Certified Lover Boy’ Releases

<h3>Rapper and producer Kanye West releases his tenth studio album &#8216;Donda&#8217; after multiple delays</h3>
Kanye West is one of the most influential entertainers of his generation.
The 44-year-old has had an impressive music career stemming back to 2004 with his critically acclaimed first album The College Dropout.
Ever since, West has been in the hip-hop spotlight, best known for his lyrical talent and production.
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He is one of the world&#8217;s best selling artists of all time, selling over 160 million internationally. 
Outside of music, West is known for his outspoken views shared in public settings and on social media. 
With all this in mind, many were excited when the rapper announced his tenth studio album &#8216;Donda&#8217; in July 2020.
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The name &#8216;Donda&#8217; is the name of West&#8217;s late mother, Donda West, who died in November 2007.
In July 2021, West began recording in a studio at the Mercedes-Benz stadium.
That same month, he announced that there will be listening party events for the album.
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There were three listening events for the album in total.
Donda was finally released on streaming services on August 29.
On the album, West continues his religious theme from his ninth studio album Jesus is King.
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The album is a lengthy one hour and forty nine minutes with 27 tracks.
Guest features on Donda include Jay Z, DaBaby, Lil Baby, The Weeknd, Chris Brown, Pusha T, Pop Smoke and West&#8217;s late mother Donda.  
Feature Image Credit: <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/XUdIi04ohps">Axel Antas-Bergkvist</a>
By Dominic Magli

Kanye West’s ‘DONDA’ release

For the second time, Notting Hill Carnival will not go ahead this bank holiday weekend due to the COVID-19 pandemic
London&#8217;s bank holiday weekend will yet again be missing its spark this year.
This is primarily due to the unfortunate absence of the Notting Hill Carnival.
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The Notting Hill Carnival board released a statement in June confirming that the event will not be happening this year. 
It states &#8211; &#8220;the board of Notting Hill Carnival Ltd, the organising body of Notting Hill Carnival, has decided that this year&#8217;s Carnival will not be on the streets due to the ongoing uncertainty and risk COVID-19 poses&#8221;. 
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Notting Hill Carnival is a yearly event that traditionally takes place every August bank holiday weekend.
It is a two-day street parade that takes place in Kensington, West London, which aims to celebrate Caribbean culture. 
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Its first event dates back to 1959, taking place in the St Pancras Hall as an indoor event to combat controversial race relations.
The organiser of the first event was Trinidadian journalist Claudia Jones. She promoted the event further with The West Indian Gazzette &#8211; an influential black newspaper of which Jones was the editor.
Another pioneer for the event, Rhaune Laslett, contributed to the parade by moving it to the streets of Notting Hill in August 1966.
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Ever since, Notting Hill Carnival has been a staple in London&#8217;s culture, garnering over one million attendees every year!
Although it is a disappointment that carnival will not happen this year, there is excitement to know that the board are &#8220;working with Carnivalists toward the greatest ever Notting Hill Carnival for 2022&#8221;.
Feature Image Credit: <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/61JnBKtUNCU">Glodi Miessi</a>
By <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-magli-7858a31a9/">Dominic Magli</a>

Carnival Cancelled

Fancy a disco fuelled night on top of the best city in the world? Fortunately, here are some of the best rooftop bars located on the South-East side. 
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When visiting the vibrant City of London, rooftop bars are a must when exploring what&#8217;s on offer. Despite the slightly unpredictable weather that comes with a visit to the UK, finding a spot for panoramic views of London, flowing cocktails and great music is any city-goers dream.  
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But what about those rooftop bars that groove a little longer than the average? I am talking about the non-stop disco-infused rooftops that offer a night of dancing alongside talented DJs and party lovers.  
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<h3>Night Tales – Hackney, Bohemia Place </h3>
<a href="https://www.nighttales.co.uk/">https://www.nighttales.co.uk/</a> 
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In the depths of Hackney above the railway tracks, you will find a place Time Out Magazine has described as “bar-meets-club&#8221;.
Here, a double whammy experience for those looking for a chilled start to the night that can certainly turn into something more is accessible. 
With food vendors, cocktails and special guest DJs such as Ben Pearce, Bondax and MistaJam, it is no surprise as to why this venue is so popular with locals of the area.  
Alongside accommodating the East London party animals, Night Tales have recently opened a sister venue called Willows which is located on the rooftop of Oxford Streets John Lewis. 
The two venues go hand in hand for a long weekend bar experience. Creating a more relaxing outdoor space to sip on classic cocktails and munch on fabulous food.
 
<h3> Golden Bee – Shoreditch, Singer St. Old Street </h3>
<a href="https://goldenbee.co.uk/#home">https://goldenbee.co.uk/#home</a> 
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Head down to Old Street, Shoreditch for a rooftop experience that is guaranteed not to be ruined by the British weather. 
Golden Bee has the equipment to keep the night going at whatever time of year. It has a canopy in place to keep out any unwanted bad weather spells.
Open to those 21 and over, the East London rooftop bar holds a happy hour every Wednesday to Thursday (5pm-6pm) and every Sunday (2pm-3pm). 
Resident DJs including BBC Radio 1Xtra’s Marcel Lawson help keep the energetic atmosphere flowing and the drinks pouring.  
 
<h3>12th Knot – Southbank, Southwark  </h3>
<a href="https://www.seacontainerslondon.com/eat-drink/12th-knot/">https://www.seacontainerslondon.com/eat-drink/12th-knot/</a> 
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Located along the beloved Southbank comes a luxurious rooftop space above the Sea Containers Hotel, London.  
DJs create the mood from Thursday to Sunday at 12th Knot. Therefore, it is a more relaxing yet bustling spot. Ideal for those who want both the sound of great music and a view of the city from its very heart. 
Enjoy the vast menu of Maldon Rock Oysters, Ceviche Tacos and Lobster Toast as you enjoy the sounds of the ‘<a href="https://www.seacontainerslondon.com/eat-drink/12th-knot/12th-knot-sunset-sessions/">Sunset Session’. </a>
A perfect date venue for the couples who love to mix romance with a few drinks and few dances and few breath-taking views. 
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<h3>London Bridge Rooftop – London Bridge, The City </h3>
<a href="https://www.londonbridgerooftop.com/">https://www.londonbridgerooftop.com/</a>  
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<h3>“Here for a good time, not a long time”. </h3>
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DJs, ‘Ginger Pig’ burgers and a variety of beers, wines and cocktails are available all day long. What more could you ask for when the sun is shining on top of one of London Bridges most vibrant rooftops?
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London Bridge Rooftop offers a weekend brunch deal. This includes entry, 1x burger and 1x drink for £15pp.  
A summer vibe you don’t want to miss out on. So, get your glitter, mimosas and delicious burgers at the ready for this unique London rooftop experience. 
 
<h3>Dalston Roof Park – Dalston, Hackney, Bootstrap Charity </h3>
<a href="https://www.bootstrapcharity.com/dalston-roof-park">https://www.bootstrapcharity.com/dalston-roof-park</a> 
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A rooftop for a good cause. This venue is one of the only ones that give all profits to empowering young people and supporting their businesses.
 Run by the charity Bootstrap, the Dalston Roof Park is home to volunteer gardeners in the day and disco lovers in the nighttime.  
There are pop up live music events, including DJ Crazy P, cocktail bars and film events.  
View the South-East skyline a little differently at this rooftop, with a sense of good filtering through the eclectic atmosphere.  
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So, which one are you visiting first?
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Feature images sourced via Pexels, user &#8216;Caio&#8217;
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Words by Drew-Alexandra O&#8217;Keeffe 
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5 best South-East London rooftops for dance lovers

<h3>Wireless Festival 2021 is definitely something to look forward to,</h3>
<h3>here is why.</h3>
Although summer 2021 is quickly coming to an end, there are still many more exciting and energetic events to attend this year!
One of the most prominent upcoming events in London is the annual Wireless Festival, scheduling to take place this September. For those of you who have been living under a rock for the past sixteen years, the Wireless Festival is a music festival that takes place once a year and revolves around musicians in the hip-hop genre. 
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The announcement for its seventeenth edition came in March 2021.
Wireless previously took place in Finsbury Park from 2014 to 2019, but will now be taking place in Crystal Palace Park.
Along with a new location came the announcement date of the festival &#8211; scheduling to take place from 10 &#8211; 12 September.
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And the good news does not end there.
The music festival also shared the musicians who will be performing on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Friday&#8217;s lineup includes a mixture of US and UK hip hop artists such as Future, Gunna, Lil Uzi Vert, D-Block Europe and Digga D. Saturday&#8217;s lineup comes just as strong with the likes of Skepta, Meek Mill, AJ Tracey and Central Cee.
Finally, Sunday&#8217;s lineup finishes off with artists such as The Migos, Rick Ross, Meg Thee Stallion, Headie One and more.
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You can find out more by clicking here &#8211; <a href="https://wirelessfestival.co.uk/">Wireless 2021</a>
Feature Image Credit: <a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/people-having-a-concert-1190297/">Wendy Wei</a>
Written by Dominic Magli

Wireless Festival 2021

After nearly 18 months the UK has been savouring to swap their under-crowded kitchens for overflowing dance floors since the club scene came to a halt, in March 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
 
Now that venues are reopening, the risks of contracting and spreading COVID-19 remains. So how will this affect those who enjoy a dose of escapism inside the club?
 
The clubbing scene is a place of unity, peace, and happiness. But with restrictions and expectations being put into place to attempt to create a wedge between the dance floor and its dancers, it is no surprise that by &#8216;Freedom Day’, July 19 2021, UK music lovers have struggled to grab back their mojo and get into the groove.
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Encouragement from well-known DJs and artists to take lateral flow tests before entering venues, such as in a Tweet from The ShapeShifters, has been a great support to those who wish to experience clubbing once more. 
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Ready for tonight, see you later Brixton! 🤟🏻 <a href="https://t.co/nLu89PkhD3">pic.twitter.com/nLu89PkhD3</a>
— The Shapeshifters (@UKShapeshifters) <a href="https://twitter.com/UKShapeshifters/status/1418475681311297536?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 23, 2021</a>
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The latest for Ibiza’s infamous O Beach Club, formally Ocean Beach, owner Wayne Lineker has announced venue packages that include PCR testing. Anyone who is not double vaccinated can purchase one with a starting fee of €45.
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Find out more about the packages and pricing, including PCR testing, here:
 <a href="https://www.obeachibiza.com/covid-19-testing/">https://www.obeachibiza.com/covid-19-testing/</a>
 
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Festivals and events have kept some restrictions. The selling of limited tickets resulting in smaller crowds to allow social distancing measures is one of them. This has occurred at events such as the CentreForce festival Party in the Park &#8211; Part Zoo.
 
<div id="attachment_213" style="width: 419px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-213" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-213" src="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/pexels-photo-219095-300x200.jpeg" alt="" width="409" height="272" srcset="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/pexels-photo-219095-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/pexels-photo-219095-1024x681.jpeg 1024w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/pexels-photo-219095-768x511.jpeg 768w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/pexels-photo-219095-1536x1022.jpeg 1536w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/pexels-photo-219095.jpeg 1880w" sizes="(max-width: 409px) 100vw, 409px" />Sourced from Mali Maeder</div>
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<h3>Can we come in?</h3>
The entertainment industry, especially nightlife, has been one of those hit the hardest from the Covid-19 pandemic. With demands for doors to close and events to be cancelled and rescheduled, many club and event owners have been forced to attend a limbo of whether to let the bar fall or to keep going, even if it breaks their backs while doing so.
 
The unexpected announcement of clubbers having to show proof of double vaccinations by September 2021 to attend events could cause even more trouble for the industry as it starts to get back on its feet. 
 
Despite the constant setbacks, the industry and its leaders are making clear compromises to keep the faith of the clubs alive.
 
<h3>&#8220;Everyone is so scared of dying, that no one is living&#8221;</h3>
Radio One Mallorca and all-rounder DJ Sean Scanlan thinks the double vaccination announcement, “is another blow to the nightclub industry. There will not be any left if this carries on. The double jab is to encourage the 18–21-year-olds to get theirs like they did with the holidays and then no holidays were allowed. By the end of September, they could put us into another lockdown and clubs could close again.
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“If people are willing to go to clubs and events they know the risks, it’s their choice.
“There is also the cost to the clubs for extra staff to check test results/passes. Again, making it harder for them to run and stay open.
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“It’s great to see them open again as we need to start living with this. As I have said to many people, everyone is so scared of dying, that no one is living.”
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<h3>Keeping the Faith</h3>
How long will it be until we can reunite on the dance floors without being chastised and forced to show off our medical history?
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Music is the answer, and without it, the world will never fully heal. That is why we should keep supporting our venues, adapt to new clubbing habits, and rise against anything that might keep us from expressing ourselves on the dance floor.
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Words by Drew-Alexandra O&#8217;Keeffe
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Open for business – what’s next for the ‘new’ clubbing scene?

Now that all major restrictions in the UK being lifted, Go Lyv is ready to launch, sharing both its perks and purpose
The year 2021 has been a disastrous period for many people. This is primarily because we have had a third national lockdown in the UK. Unfortunately, this has led us to be inside for the majority of the year yet again.
National lockdowns have been a frequent occurrence ever since the COVID-19 pandemic struck the UK back in March 2020.
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<div id="attachment_201" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-201" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-201" src="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Tim-Mossholder-150x150.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="450" srcset="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Tim-Mossholder-200x300.jpeg 200w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Tim-Mossholder.jpeg 668w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />Face masks have been predominantly mandatory throughout the pandemic. Image Credit: <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/WoJjpJBG4wM">Tim Mossholder</a></div>
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With these lockdowns came restrictions, which caused people to suffer financially and socially.
It has been a difficult year and a half. But it seems positivity is on the horizon.
Clubs are reopening and live events are scheduled to go ahead after 16 months of COVID restrictions!
Finally, Go Lyv is now able to launch in full effect!
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<div id="attachment_203" style="width: 698px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-203" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-203" src="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/sam-mar-OQOKSsj8QME-unsplash-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="688" height="516" srcset="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/sam-mar-OQOKSsj8QME-unsplash-300x225.jpg 300w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/sam-mar-OQOKSsj8QME-unsplash-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/sam-mar-OQOKSsj8QME-unsplash-768x576.jpg 768w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/sam-mar-OQOKSsj8QME-unsplash-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/sam-mar-OQOKSsj8QME-unsplash-2048x1536.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 688px) 100vw, 688px" />Nightclubs have reopened in the UK for the first time since March 2020. Image Credit:<a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/OQOKSsj8QME"> Sam Mar</a></div>
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Our group ticketing platform is designed to enhance the partying experience for event lovers who are keen to have fun.
We aim to achieve our mission through uniting people together through live events, whether it be in a nightclub, pub or concert.
Users can search for specific events and venues, whilst being able to view the event organisers.
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<div id="attachment_204" style="width: 708px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-204" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-204" src="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/marcela-laskoski-YrtFlrLo2DQ-unsplash-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="698" height="465" srcset="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/marcela-laskoski-YrtFlrLo2DQ-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/marcela-laskoski-YrtFlrLo2DQ-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/marcela-laskoski-YrtFlrLo2DQ-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/marcela-laskoski-YrtFlrLo2DQ-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/marcela-laskoski-YrtFlrLo2DQ-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 698px) 100vw, 698px" />DJs are eager to get back into events and venues! Image Credit: <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/YrtFlrLo2DQ">Marcela Laskoski</a></div>
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The tickets for events can be purchased through our website or mobile application &#8211; which both have easy navigation.
Go Lyv&#8217;s most distinct feature is the sound verification system, a contactless technology that validates tickets and perks by simply being nearby the venue you are attending.
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<div id="attachment_205" style="width: 726px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-205" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-205" src="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Screenshot-2021-07-23-at-00.56.34-300x273.png" alt="" width="716" height="651" srcset="https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Screenshot-2021-07-23-at-00.56.34-300x273.png 300w, https://blogadmin.golyv.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Screenshot-2021-07-23-at-00.56.34.png 440w" sizes="(max-width: 716px) 100vw, 716px" />Introducing our sound verification system</div>
Sound verification eliminates the tedious experience of standing in long lines. Instead, it enables users to enter quickly and easily.
Be sure to keep an eye on our blog for the latest updates on events and news.
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Written by Dominic Magli

Go Lyv goes live!

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Networking

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Go Lyv or go home

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Saturday Wireless 2021 Highlights
Sep 13 -
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Were we really ready for festival season?
Sep 04 -
5 minutes

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Offer the fastest ticket validation with contactless sound verification, build brand loyalty, sell more tickets and increase revenue.

GO OUT, REDISCOVER EVENTS

Preferences

Brunch

Clubbing

Cocktails

Day Experiences

Live Music

Networking

Online

Shisha

Venues

Bars

Night Clubs

Outdoor

Pubs

Rooftops

Shisha Lounges

Go Lyv or go home

Download the Go Lyv app now to access the best events with contactless sound verification, party with perks, split the bill and discover more.

Don't miss a beat!

UK festivals: The summer of … violence?Sep 17 -4 minutes

Saturday Wireless 2021 HighlightsSep 13 -3 minutes

Were we really ready for festival season?Sep 04 -5 minutes

Sell events like no other

Offer the fastest ticket validation with contactless sound verification, build brand loyalty, sell more tickets and increase revenue.

UK festivals: The summer of … violence?
Sep 17 -
4 minutes

Saturday Wireless 2021 Highlights
Sep 13 -
3 minutes

Were we really ready for festival season?
Sep 04 -
5 minutes