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In Pakistan's major cities, women are claiming space behind the turntables, transforming the country's underground electronic music scene. Despite conservative social pressures, female DJs in Karachi and Lahore are redefining what's possible in a male-dominated industry.
A South Dakota city's punk scene that started in basements and drew Green Day now celebrates four decades with a reunion that's more family gathering than concert. The weekend event includes a documentary premiere honoring the movement's founding members.
Independent record shops across Europe are preparing for their biggest celebration of the year as Record Store Day returns April 18. Despite challenges, store owners say the passion for physical music keeps them going.