Music
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Motor mouths
As the music industry evolves with digitalisation, one radio station stands out. Monocle meets Germany’s pioneering Motor FM, which provides an outlet for underground music in a precarious media landscape.
Mountain high
Music festivals are big business in Japan, but the one that started the boom is still the best: Fuji Rock. We head to the countryside to meet the world’s best-behaved music freaks.
Culture
Offbeat literary recommendations; Monocle music for September; rocking' in Iran and T-shirt devotees get their own glossy title.
Make some noise
In 2000 Hector Mijangos founded a clothing range for DJs, which led to his branded parties and Noiselab Records. By signing local and international bands, his label has changed Mexico’s music scene.
Culture
Trim tomes for your travels, Sónar sounds and our pick of Monocle music for the summer.
