We round up the best Dj related articles of the week. This week it’s interviews with Sama’ Abdulhadi, Honey Dijon and the sad news of the passing of Singapore’s nightlife pioneer, Eileen Chan.
1. Turning the tables with Palestinian DJ Sama’ Abdulhadi
Sama’ Abdulhadi talks about finding a community in Ramallah’s party scene, handling the pressure that comes with international success, and how she’s using techno to share her home with the world and put Palestine on the musical map.
https://www.redbull.com/gb-en/theredbulletin/sama-abdulhadi-palestine-dj-music-interview
2. Honey Dijon interview: ‘Being a DJ these days is like being an athlete’
Includes this quote “I love London and I’m in the process of moving there. Doesn’t everyone? 😜
3. Singaporean DJ and nightlife flagbearer Eileen Chan dies aged 32
Eileen Chan championed local talent in Singapore and in neighbouring South-East Asian countries, regularly booking selectors from neighbouring countries in an effort to strengthen regional ties, and was an inspirational figure for her knowledge on fostering community and building scenes that reflect the uniqueness of the regions they exist in.
https://mixmag.net/read/eileen-chan-cats-on-crack-dies-32-singapore-news