Ten years ago, the World Health Organization declared a sound injury epidemic, warning that 50% of people ages 12–35 were at risk of permanent hearing damage from recreational noise exposure. One of the leading culprits: music — from personal listening habits to the volume of concerts and festivals. This feature explores the scope of what... Read More ▸

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Canada’s coldest festival is back — and bigger than ever. Igloofest has unveiled the full lineup for its flagship Montréal event, alongside the return of its Gatineau and Québec City editions, and the debut of a brand-new stop in Edmonton. Montréal’s 2026 edition will once again transform the city’s historic Old Port into a frozen... Read More ▸

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UNTOLD Festival — Romania’s biggest dance music celebration — pulled out all the stops for its 10th anniversary. More than 450,000 attendees packed out Cluj-Napoca’s Cluj Arena and Central Park across four unforgettable nights from August 7 — 10, with top-tier performances, jaw-dropping visuals, and surprise moments spread across eight stages. The festival’s elaborate stage... Read More ▸

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