Bringing together aerobics and rapid-fire dance music, Yorkshire's SDS has grown from the "best student house party" to an essential part of Leeds' underground scene

Researcher and DJ Mike Smaczylo explores what the struggles of DIY nightlife and co-operative venues tell us about contemporary club culture, and why these spaces need to be supported

Founded as a response against discrimination, queer and femme collective WAIFU is bridging the gap between music and politics in Japan, pioneering a focus on inclusivity, accessibility and activism in the club scene and beyond

AfroTech is a prominent dance music style in clubs around the world — but in its country of origin the genre's future hangs in the balance. Setumo-Thebe Mohlomi reports on the need to support creativity and spirituality within South Africa's scene