Zine launch Dec issue

THE FADED SCENE

A Digital monthly zine: “By the Community, For the Community”

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December 2025

And just like that, we’re now at the last month of the year and this is our 12th issue! It’s been a whole year of The Faded Scene, can you actually freaking believe it? We’ve created visual magic, told a lot of stories and helped made a difference based on the feedback from you all - from featured artists to readers

The January issue is going to be a stripped back version and all focused on the volunteers and contributors who make up the Faded teams! We’ll be planning a fundraiser event next year to help sustain this project. If you love what we’e done then please do help donate, even if as little as £3!

Thank you so much for being part of this year. I’m wishing you an amazing break to come, whatever you’re doing for the holidays (maybe catching up on past zines!).

Love, Cat aka Faded Society

Everything you see in this zine on the live flip book is hyperlinked to artist profiles, music and more. Let’s keep nightlife culture thriving.

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Dam Swindle - Dutch duo tells their journey from accidental stumbles in events and collborations to conquering House music in the last 15 years. Written by Meow Meow

SelextorHood - There's those who see the problem of gender inequality in music, and those who do something about it. Meet this community creating space for females and non-gendered DJs. Written by Meggie

Watch This Space: TSUNIMAN - Swiss-born London based selector presenting raw trance energy, spacey techno and those unmistakable "ethereal vibrations". Written by TPOT

Where Are They Now: Back2Back DJ Battle - Squwuis speaks to April 2025 finalist Evska about all her achievements since leaving Edinburough and catches up with All-Stars finalist, jetsetter Unkuul on growing his presence in music

Music Spotlight - Leor reviews two EPs this month from Kepler on Contact Label, and Because of Art from Anjundeep

Faded Archives - The community is pumping out some gold music across all genres. Meet Musu x Lim Lam, Jesus Redsoul, Sopp and Zone & Busko in this month's reviews by Tom Shanx from Radiate Recordings

Behind The Lens: Bertrand N Augustin - When forced to have an epiphany from a string of bad luck, he found pure joy in photography exploring expressions and lights. Written by Joe Fenna. Discover his work throughout the zine

Did Someone Say Vinyl - Benebe his attention to another lover of round plastic things, MAÏS. He’ll also be digging out some more labels both old and new for your consideration

DJ Spotlight - Discover the 4 DJs we shine a light on this month from the Faded DJ Database. Meet Gabriella Bongo, Signorina, Solodh and 3KO

Mumbai Exchange - A sonic love letter to chaos, culture and cross-pollination with authentic creations by Lewis Moody and Ziggy Zeitgeist. Written by Afaan

Sam Phonic - He went through so many nerves and thoughts in the lead up to the competition, even his dog ate his headphones to add to the anxieties! Yet everything worked out and he's now the ultimate champion of 2026 Back2Back DJ Battle. Written by Positive Con

Under The Radar: Nina Prica - This fearless Madrid-based DJ navigates music and countries with her make-it-happen attitude. Read her journey in our brand new segment by Yasmin, putting the spotlight on underground artists

The Corsica era - After 25 years in London's nightlife ecosystem, Corsica Studios will close its doors in March 2026. Guy Chew explores their impact and shifting dynamics among underground cultures