DJs Drop Off Amsterdam Dance Event Over Shlømo Booking, ADE Cuts Ties With Promoters
There's something quite heartening about seeing the dance music community put its foot down over booking decisions, even when it costs them professionally. Amsterdam Dance Event dropping ties with promoters over Shlømo's inclusion sends a clear message that festivals and platforms can't just brush past misconduct allegations with a shrug and a booking sheet. Our listeners care about the artists they support and the spaces they dance in, so seeing industry bodies actually take action, rather than burying their heads in the bassline, feels like progress worth noting.
From Stereogum: In February of this year, French DJ Shlømo, whose real name is Shaun Baron-Carvais, was accused of sexual assault and misconduct. He was listed among several hard techno DJs who were accused of misconduct and pulled from partnerships and events, including Verknipt, World Club Dome, and Airbeat On. Baron-Carvais denied the allegations. The post DJs Drop Off Amsterdam Dance Event Over Shlømo Booking…
