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Alanis Morissette Discusses Her Sexuality on the Handsome Podcast
In a guest appearance on the Handsome podcast, Alanis Morissette spoke candidly about her personal life and confirmed that she is pansexual.
November 10, 20263 min read
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Nick Cave Warns AI Song Generators Carry Demonic Potential to Erode Art
Writing on The Red Hand Files, Nick Cave argued that automated music tools like Suno strip meaning from human struggle and reduce creators to disposable waste.
November 10, 20263 min read
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Muse Add Cardiff Outdoor Date to 2027 Tour with Chvrches in Support
Muse will headline Cardiff's Blackweir Fields in June 2027, continuing their touring campaign for The Wow! Signal alongside special guests Chvrches.
November 10, 20262 min read
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Brooke Lena Johnson Talks Joni Mitchell, Figure Skating, and Holiday Film Roles on New Podcast Appearance
Brooke Lena Johnson discusses covering Joni Mitchell, musical theater training, figure skating, and starring in Netflix's A Dog's Perfect Christmas on a recent podcast appearance.
November 9, 20262 min read
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The Strokes Take Aim at Billionaires, Critics and Themselves in Spitting Image Video
Teaming up with Warren Fu and Spitting Image, The Strokes bring foam, latex, and score settling to their satirical clip for 'Lonely in the Future'.
November 9, 20263 min read
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Sarah Julia on Their Witching Season Playlist, Gen Z, and the Quiet Weight of Folk
Amsterdam sisters Sarah and Julia Nauta discuss their debut album, tour reflections on girlhood, and the communal honesty behind their 21-track playlist.
November 9, 20263 min read
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Geese Honor Television Guitarist Richard Lloyd with Live Philadelphia Tribute
During a weekend stop at The Fillmore in Philadelphia, Geese paid their respects to the late Richard Lloyd with a rendition of Television's 'Ain't That Nothin''.
November 9, 20262 min read
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Bob Geldof, Madness, and Peter Hook Join Manchester Benefit Gig for Ukraine
A vast collection of artists, including Chrissie Hynde and The Doobie Brothers, will gather at Manchester's Co-op Live for the Songs Of Freedom charity concert.
November 9, 20263 min read
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Olivia Rodrigo Wins Praise and Defense from Veteran Songwriters Over Holiday Track
Songwriters Christopher Butler and Robbie Williams have pushed back against plagiarism claims surrounding Olivia Rodrigo's festive single.
November 9, 20263 min read
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Mark Hoppus Joins Jimmy Eat World for A Praise Chorus at the Hollywood Bowl
Blink-182 bassist Mark Hoppus made an unannounced appearance at the Hollywood Bowl, joining Jimmy Eat World during their Bleed American anniversary tour.
November 8, 20262 min read
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Nile Rodgers Defends AI Music Video and Calls Critics Hypocritical
Nile Rodgers has pushed back against listeners criticizing his use of artificial intelligence in an upcoming holiday video, arguing that detractors are overlooking how the technology is already part of daily life.
November 7, 20263 min read
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Young Miko Concludes Late Checkout Tour with Sold Out Barclays Center Finale
Young Miko brought her Late Checkout Tour to an end in Brooklyn, selling out Barclays Center with surprise sets from Rauw Alejandro and Tokischa.
November 7, 20262 min read
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Macklemore Says Major US Arenas Refused to Host His Palestine Benefit Tour
Macklemore claims nine major American venues pulled dates for his planned Palestine benefit tour, while Madison Square Garden disputes the claim of political censorship.
November 7, 20263 min read
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Olivia Rodrigo Skips the Sentiment on Debut Festive Single Take Me Home (4 Christmas)
Olivia Rodrigo channels new wave wit on her debut holiday track, teaming up with Cynthia Nixon and Ben Marshall for the video.
November 6, 20263 min read
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Grimes Takes on Her First Film Role in AI Feature Gods Don’t Give Gifts
Grimes has contributed her voice and likeness to Gods Don’t Give Gifts, an AI-generated sci-fi anthology heading to cinemas this December.
November 6, 20262 min read
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Ozzfest Confirms UK Return for 2027 at Milton Keynes Bowl
Sharon Osbourne has confirmed the revival of Ozzfest, heading to the Milton Keynes Bowl in July 2027 alongside dates in the US and Mexico.
November 5, 20263 min read
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Self Esteem Teams Up With David Arnold and Don Black for Mog's Bad Thing Theme
Rebecca Lucy Taylor has recorded a wistful original song for Channel 4's upcoming animated Christmas special, Mog's Bad Thing.
November 5, 20263 min read
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U2 Partner With Guinness on Pearl White Vinyl as 2027 Tour Expands
U2 have unveiled a limited pearl white marble vinyl edition of Carnaval De Luz alongside extra stadium stops on their 2027 tour.
November 5, 20262 min read
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Noel Gallagher Joins Goldie for London Jazz Festival Performance
Noel Gallagher will make his first solo appearance since the Oasis reunion, teaming up with Goldie at the Royal Festival Hall this November.
November 4, 20263 min read
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Dave Grohl Recalls Sobbing After Joining AC/DC on Stage for Tour Finale
Dave Grohl has reflected on his emotional guest appearance with AC/DC, admitting he broke down in tears immediately after leaving the stage.
November 4, 20263 min read
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Vinylphyle Marks First Year of Analog Reissues with Notes from Cutting Engineers
Audiophile imprint Vinylphyle celebrates its first anniversary, reflecting on analog tape transfers and detailing plans for year two.
November 4, 20263 min read
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Netflix Expands KPop Demon Hunters With 78 Minutes of New Music and Lore
Netflix has added nearly eighty minutes of fresh KPop Demon Hunters extras, including dance rehearsals and backstage shorts.
November 4, 20263 min read
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The Cure Target 2027 for Live Return Backed by Fresh Studio Albums
Robert Smith confirms The Cure will head back out on tour in 2027, with setlists drawing heavily from a pair of completed, unreleased records.
November 4, 20262 min read
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Pixies Put Four Archival Rarities on Streaming for the First Time
Four studio outtakes and alternate versions from the Bossanova and Trompe le Monde eras have arrived on digital services, offering a raw glimpse into the band's peak years.
November 3, 20263 min read
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Harry Styles Closes Madison Square Garden Residency with Talking Heads Cover and Pizza Rat Costume
Wrapping up his 30-date run at Madison Square Garden, Harry Styles celebrated Halloween with a nod to New York folklore and a live debut of Psycho Killer.
November 3, 20262 min read
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Josh Homme on Why Queens of the Stone Age Reclaimed Iggy Pop Co-Write Sunday
Josh Homme explains why Queens of the Stone Age remade Sunday for their ninth record, leaning on an old precedent set by David Bowie and Iggy Pop.
November 3, 20263 min read
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Aerosmith Return to the Stage in Los Angeles with Dave Grohl and All-Star Guests
Aerosmith have played their first concerts in three years, headlining two nights at the Hollywood Bowl alongside Dave Grohl, Guns N' Roses, and Johnny Depp.
November 3, 20263 min read
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Olivia Rodrigo Branches Into Seasonal Pop With take me home (4 christmas)
Olivia Rodrigo has unveiled her first holiday release, teaming up with frequent collaborators Dan Nigro and Amy Allen for take me home (4 christmas).
November 3, 20262 min read
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Sam Fender Reworks The Rolling Stones for the 2026 John Lewis Christmas Campaign
Sam Fender has recorded a new version of The Rolling Stones' 'You Can't Always Get What You Want' for the 2026 John Lewis Christmas advert, enlisting his former school choir and the Easington Colliery Band.
November 3, 20263 min read
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Pixies Add Four Archival Recordings to Streaming Services, Including Steve Albini Take of Dig for Fire
Pixies have released four previously unissued tracks from the late 1980s and early 1990s on streaming platforms, featuring a Steve Albini studio recording of Dig for Fire.
November 2, 20262 min read
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Philadelphia Duo @ Map Their Influences Across 'Running Down Calliope' Mix
Following the arrival of Autosmile on 4AD, Victoria Rose and Stone Filipczak assemble a tracklist stretching from Roscoe Holcomb to Wolf Eyes.
November 2, 20262 min read
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Tim Burgess Expands Fee Free Merch Market to London, Manchester and Glasgow for 2027
Tim Burgess has mapped out 2027 dates for his Merch Market, bringing the zero commission event to London, Manchester and Glasgow.
November 2, 20263 min read
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Harry Styles, Lily Allen, and Lizzo Lead Celebrity Halloween 2026 Costumes
From Dolly Parton tributes by Lizzo and Rita Ora to Harry Styles reviving his X Factor audition, musicians embraced self-reference and homage for Halloween 2026.
November 1, 20263 min read
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Moth Club Secures Its Future as Hackney Council Rejects Neighboring Development
Following a two-year campaign and tens of thousands of objections, Hackney Council has thrown out planning applications that threatened the future of Moth Club.
October 31, 20263 min read
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Glen Hansard Cover of Shane MacGowan Song Bottle of Smoke Arrives Posthumously
A previously unreleased recording of Glen Hansard tackling The Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan has emerged as part of an upcoming tribute album.
October 31, 20262 min read
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Macklemore Concludes European Benefit Run at Wembley Arena with Greta Thunberg and Paloma Faith
Macklemore wrapped up his three-date benefit tour at London's OVO Arena Wembley, joined by Greta Thunberg, Paloma Faith, and Nemahsis.
October 31, 20263 min read
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My Chemical Romance Debut Animated Short Film Prelude To The End
My Chemical Romance have released Prelude To The End, an animated short film directed by Lauren Tsai and featuring Billie Eilish and Phoebe Bridgers.
October 30, 20263 min read
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Foo Fighters Unearth 1998 Cover of Gerry Rafferty's Baker Street to End Kimmel Residency
Foo Fighters closed out their week on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Thursday evening by reviving their 1998 cover of Gerry Rafferty's classic Baker Street.
October 30, 20262 min read
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Mining Metal Explores Independent Heavy Releases and the Outer Edges of the Underground
Langdon Hickman and Colin Dempsey survey recent independent releases, unsigned projects, and the unique place of dungeon synth in their monthly column.
October 30, 20262 min read
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Nick Valensi Makes Surprise Paris Appearance With Duran Duran as The Strokes Tour Concludes
Nick Valensi joined Duran Duran on stage in Paris for a rendition of Rio, while The Strokes concluded their European tour in Dublin without him.
October 30, 20263 min read
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Sam Fender Adds Extra Stadium Dates in London, Cardiff and Edinburgh for 2027
High demand and website disruptions have prompted Sam Fender to add three more stadium shows to his 2027 Proper Massive itinerary.
October 30, 20263 min read
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The Cover 2025-2026 Gathers Fifty Emerging Artists in Hardcover
A new 300-page hardcover volume from The Cover archives a year of emerging music, collecting fifty artist features alongside bespoke art and unseen photography.
October 29, 20263 min read
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Kate Siegel on Carrie, Horror Soundtracks, and the Art of Tension
Actor and director Kate Siegel explains how horror scores manipulate safety, why joy must precede tragedy, and what she learned directing for Mike Flanagan.
October 28, 20262 min read
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Chvrches Share New Single Overthinker Following Secret Glasgow Warmup Show
Chvrches have released their contemplative new track Overthinker after premiering eight unreleased songs and welcoming Simon Neil at an intimate Glasgow gig.
October 28, 20263 min read
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Everything But The Girl Announce New Album Blue Reservoir and Share Single Young And Dumb
Tracey Thorn and Ben Watt have announced Blue Reservoir, their twelfth studio album, shaped by their intimate residency at Hackney's Moth Club.
October 28, 20262 min read
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CHVRCHES Look Inward on Overthinker
CHVRCHES follow up their critique of modern Britain with Overthinker, a sweeping second single from upcoming album All The King's Men.
October 27, 20262 min read
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Maná to Stream Red Rocks Concert Film for Free on YouTube
Maná will stream their September 2026 performance at Red Rocks Amphitheatre for free on YouTube this November.
October 27, 20262 min read
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Sophia Stel Maps Out 2027 World Tour Following Debut Album Release
Sophia Stel has announced The Greatest Tour Of All Time, taking her debut album across Europe, the UK, Canada, and the United States in early 2027.
October 27, 20262 min read
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Macklemore Gathers Hozier and Kneecap in Dublin for Free Benefit Show
Following his removal from Ed Sheeran's tour, Macklemore opened a run of free arena shows at Dublin's 3Arena alongside Hozier, Kneecap, and Beoga.
October 27, 20262 min read
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Uche Yara Shares Pre-Show Playlist for Bodyscanner Tour Dates
Uche Yara reveals the music fueling her dressing room routine ahead of her Bodyscanner live dates, featuring tracks from Little Simz, Doechii, and Alewya.
October 26, 20262 min read
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Turnstile Draw 60,000 to the Washington Monument for Free Benefit Show
Turnstile closed their North American tour with an un-ticketed gig at the Washington Monument, raising more than $200,000 for humanitarian relief.
October 26, 20262 min read
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Ali G Crashes Cinema Screening to Roast Noel Gallagher and Oasis Reunion
Sacha Baron Cohen confronted Noel Gallagher during a movie screening, taking jabs at the Oasis comeback while promoting his new film.
October 25, 20263 min read
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Ryan Gosling and Zach Shields Hint at Dead Man's Bones Revival
A social media tease and an enigmatic audio clip point to the first activity from Ryan Gosling and Zach Shields in seventeen years.
October 24, 20263 min read
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Robert Smith and Jordan Rakei Set for Honours at the 2026 Artist and Manager Awards
The Cure's frontman and musician Jordan Rakei will be celebrated in London this November for their vocal advocacy on ticketing fairness and artist survival.
October 24, 20263 min read
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Panchiko Announce Third Album Chimera and Share New Single One Car Hits Another
Nottingham indie outfit Panchiko have detailed their third studio album Chimera, previewing the 12-track project with the glitchy lead single One Car Hits Another featuring Mei Semones.
October 24, 20263 min read
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Noel Gallagher Reflects on Oasis Reunion and Sibling Compromise on Chicken Shop Date
Noel Gallagher sat down with Amelia Dimoldenberg to talk rehearsal breakthroughs, sibling compromise, and keeping grounded after stadium shows.
October 24, 20263 min read
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Macklemore Stands by Palestine Advocacy and Criticizes ICE at Red Rocks
During his first performance since being dismissed from Ed Sheeran's tour, Macklemore renewed his political statements and discussed his sold-out benefit dates.
October 24, 20263 min read
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Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden Veterans Heading to Texas Frightmare Weekend in 2027
Bill Ward, Geezer Butler, Bruce Dickinson, and Nicko are set to appear together at the 2027 Texas Frightmare Weekend horror convention under the Monsters of Metal banner.
October 23, 20262 min read
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Jade Outlines Album Progress and Sets Sights on Festival Headliner Slots
Fresh from the Mercury Prize ceremony in Newcastle, Jade discusses writing her next record with Mike Sabbath and her aspirations for major festival headline stages.
October 23, 20262 min read
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Charli XCX Joins Martin Scorsese's Gothic Drama What Happens At Night
Charli XCX is set for a cameo in Martin Scorsese's What Happens At Night alongside Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence, marking her latest foray into cinema.
October 23, 20262 min read
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Fontaines D.C. Open European Arena Run in Lisbon with Dopamine Chamber Debuts
Fontaines D.C. launched their 2026 arena tour at Lisbon's MEO Arena, playing eight selections from their new album Dopamine Chamber.
October 22, 20263 min read
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Amy Winehouse Band and Original Producers Mark 20 Years of Back To Black at the Roundhouse
Mark Ronson, Salaam Remi, Corinne Bailey Rae and an ensemble of guest vocalists reunited at London's Roundhouse to perform Back To Black in its entirety.
October 22, 20263 min read
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Warpaint Detail Live Record ARTIFACT and Share Two Preview Tracks
Warpaint will release ARTIFACT, a 16-track live album capturing performances from 2022 through 2024, on Rough Trade Records this December.
October 21, 20262 min read
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Stephen Wilson Jr. Discusses Eddie Vedder, Pixies, and Songwriting Roots on New Podcast
Indiana singer-songwriter Stephen Wilson Jr. breaks down his journey through science, boxing, alternative rock, and family memory in a wide-ranging podcast interview.
October 21, 20263 min read
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IAMDDB Condemns Use of Her AI Likeness in Israeli State Video
Manchester rapper IAMDDB has called out the Israeli government after an official social media account posted an AI-generated video cloning her image without consent.
October 21, 20262 min read
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FKA Twigs to Curate Meltdown 2027 as Festival Expands to Grassroots Venues
FKA Twigs will direct the 32nd edition of Meltdown at London's Southbank Centre, joined by a regional venue series organized with the Music Venue Trust.
October 20, 20262 min read
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Saliva’s Bobby Amaru Pays Tribute to Friendship on Rivers
Rivers finds Saliva frontman Bobby Amaru turning personal loss into a reflection on friendship and the ways a person's influence can continue long after they are gone.
October 20, 20262 min read
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K/DA Returns With Firestarter Featuring a New Vocal Lineup
League of Legends virtual group K/DA has released Firestarter after a six year hiatus, welcoming new vocalists Sophie Powers and Mimi Webb.
October 20, 20262 min read
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Mötley Crüe Schedule 2027 Las Vegas Residency at The Colosseum
Mötley Crüe will return to the Las Vegas Strip in 2027 for Carnival of Sins in Sin City, an eight-performance residency at Caesars Palace.
October 19, 20262 min read
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Radio Free Alice Champion Hometown Scene With Melbourne Friends Playlist
Ahead of their debut album What’s In Between, Radio Free Alice showcase their local music community with the curated Melbourne Friends playlist.
October 19, 20262 min read
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Red Hot Chili Peppers Revive Early Hillel Slovak Rarities at Hollywood Benefit
At a 25th anniversary benefit for the Silverlake Conservatory of Music, Red Hot Chili Peppers reached back into their eighties catalog for songs unplayed in decades.
October 19, 20263 min read
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Harry Styles Teams With Director John Wilson for New Tour Documentary
John Wilson is filming Harry Styles' Madison Square Garden residency for an upcoming hybrid concert film heading to cinemas.
October 19, 20263 min read
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Bon Jovi Set to Return to BST Hyde Park as First 2027 Headliner
Fourteen years after opening the very first BST Hyde Park, Bon Jovi will return to London's Great Oak Stage on June 24, 2027.
October 19, 20263 min read
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Stitched Up Heart Turn Heartbreak Into Heavy Defiance on EX-TERMINATION
Mixi delivers a final goodbye to an abusive relationship on a heavy collaboration with Judge & Jury, channelling anger and emotional release into a statement of self-preservation.
October 17, 20262 min read
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Matchbox Twenty Mark Three Decades of Debut With 3AM Performance on Kimmel
Matchbox Twenty visited Jimmy Kimmel Live! to perform 3AM, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their debut album Yourself or Someone Like You.
October 17, 20262 min read
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Tierra Whack Expands WHACK'S MUSEUM With Seven New Tracks
Four months after releasing WHACK'S MUSEUM, Philadelphia artist Tierra Whack has returned with a seven-track deluxe edition featuring LIAR LIAR and BET HER.
October 16, 20261 min read
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City Officials Beat Garbage to the Punch on Free Mexico City Show
Garbage planned a Friday reveal for their free November concert at the Zócalo, but Mexico City officials shared the news a day early.
October 16, 20262 min read
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My Chemical Romance Release Elusive Live Track Ahead of The Black Parade Reissue
My Chemical Romance have officially released the live rarity Someone Out There Loves You as they prepare an expanded 20th anniversary edition of The Black Parade.
October 16, 20263 min read
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Brandon Flowers Brings His Utah Roots and New Order Mashup to the Royal Albert Hall
At London's Royal Albert Hall, Brandon Flowers embraced his country upbringing on the Thrasher tour, blending Johnny Cash grit with classic songwriting.
October 16, 20263 min read
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Josh Brolin Developing Documentary on Teenage Punk Band Cito Vice Squad
Josh Brolin is revisiting his hardcore roots, working on a documentary about his early garage outfit Cito Vice Squad and their evolution into Rich Kids On LSD.
October 16, 20263 min read
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Blondie Announce New Album High Noon Featuring Final Clem Burke Recordings
Blondie will release their 12th studio album High Noon in February, featuring contributions from Johnny Marr and the late Clem Burke.
October 15, 20262 min read
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Janine Warren Documents the Rise and Fall of the 2000s UK Guitar Scene
A former music publicist reconstructs the noisy, pre-smartphone decade that carried The Strokes, The Libertines, and Franz Ferdinand into British clubland.
October 15, 20263 min read
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Grassroots Venue Study Finds Only 21 Percent of Live Music Matches Registered Repertoire
A pilot study from the Music Venue Trust and Audoo reveals that barely a fifth of music played in grassroots spaces matches registered catalogs, challenging long-held royalty assumptions.
October 15, 20263 min read
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Inside Rehearsals for Thom Yorke and the RSC's Hamlet Hail To The Thief
Rehearsal photos offer a look inside preparations for Thom Yorke and the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Hamlet Hail To The Thief ahead of its Barbican run.
October 14, 20263 min read
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Grian Chatten Calls Rosalía Collaboration a Career High for Fontaines D.C.
Fontaines D.C. frontman Grian Chatten has called working with Rosalía on Where Is Gone an absolute high point ahead of the band's fifth album, Dopamine Chamber.
October 14, 20263 min read
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The Beatles Reach Another Streaming Milestone as 'Let It Be' Crosses One Billion Spotify Plays
The Beatles have notched their third entry in Spotify's Billions Club as their 1970 classic 'Let It Be' surpasses one billion streams.
October 13, 20263 min read
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Hans Zimmer Score to Headline Blue Planet 3 UK Arena Tour in 2027
The BBC will bring Blue Planet 3 to UK arenas in May 2027, pairing Hans Zimmer's orchestral score with the City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra and giant screen visuals.
October 13, 20262 min read
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Raye and Her Team Take on Bot Influx Ahead of Royal Albert Hall Orchestral Show
After 1.8 million registrations overwhelmed the 5,000-seat Royal Albert Hall pre-sale, Raye and her crew resorted to hand-vetting applicants to outmaneuver ticket scalpers.
October 13, 20262 min read
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The Wombats Announce 20th Anniversary Tour for Debut Album Across the UK and Europe
The Wombats will celebrate two decades of their debut record with a full-album UK and European tour scheduled for spring 2027.
October 12, 20263 min read
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Fontaines D.C. Join Forces with Rosalía on Atmospheric New Ballad 'Where Is Gone?'
Fontaines D.C. and Spanish vocalist Rosalía unite for 'Where Is Gone?', a string-soaked ballad serving as the final advance track from the band's upcoming album Dopamine Chamber.
October 12, 20261 min read
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Sienna Spiro Schedules North American Run for Fall 2026 My House Tour
Sienna Spiro is taking her debut record on the road this fall, launching her North American My House tour at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.
October 12, 20262 min read
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Geordie Greep Calls Off Five US Concerts After Onstage Response to Misconduct Accusation
Geordie Greep has scrapped five North American tour dates after addressing a sexual misconduct accusation directly from the stage in Vancouver.
October 11, 20263 min read
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Rosalía Brings Ballet and an Indoor Downpour to Saturday Night Live
Rosalía returned to Saturday Night Live with two physical performances from her Lux album, singing en pointe for Reliquia and standing in the rain for Magnolias.
October 11, 20263 min read
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Olivia Rodrigo Spends Over $25,000 on Meg White's Iconic Elephant Cover Dress
Olivia Rodrigo has confirmed she was the auction bidder who paid $25,600 for the vintage Gunne Sax dress worn by Meg White on the cover of Elephant.
October 10, 20262 min read
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Sollos Re-Engineers Pop Catalog Into Audio Wellness Tracks With Olivia Dean, Sam Smith, and Shawn Mendes
Universal Music Group's Sollos launches 151 re-engineered tracks from Olivia Dean, Sam Smith, and Jon Batiste, pairing master recordings with auditory beats.
October 9, 20263 min read
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Morat Hand Release Control to Fans with New Single Me Mata
Colombian pop-rock outfit Morat let their audience pick their latest track, choosing Me Mata over an unreleased rival.
October 9, 20262 min read
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Instagram Apologises After Glitch Floods Stories With Creed's 'Higher'
Instagram has issued an apology after an automated recommendation glitch repeatedly pushed Creed's 1999 rock hit 'Higher' onto users posting Stories.
October 9, 20263 min read
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UK Pushes for Brussels Breakthrough on Post-Brexit Music Touring
Culture minister Ian Murray met with EU officials in Brussels, warning that the survival of the talent pipeline relies on ending post-Brexit touring gridlock.
October 9, 20263 min read
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North Carolina Man Sentenced to 18 Months in Historic Bot Streaming Fraud Case
A federal court has ordered an 18-month prison sentence and an $8.1 million repayment in the first criminal case targeting AI bot streaming fraud.
October 8, 20263 min read
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Estéreo Picnic 2027 Roster Brings Travis Scott, Charli XCX, and Avenged Sevenfold to Bogotá
Colombia's Estéreo Picnic has unveiled its 2027 lineup, bringing a wide range of headliners to Bogotá's Parque Simón Bolívar.
October 8, 20261 min read
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Miley Sets Unwanted Billboard Record as Bass Persuades Tumbles to Number 157
After debuting at the top of the Billboard 200, Miley's tenth studio album Bass Persuades has tumbled 156 positions to number 157.
October 8, 20262 min read
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Paul McCartney Recalls the Slipping Slide That Shaped the Rubber Soul Cover
A cardboard mishap during a photo viewing with Robert Freeman gave The Beatles' 1965 album its stretched, unmistakable look.
October 8, 20262 min read
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Remi Wolf Strips Back the Funk for Her Gritty Third Album Mud
Remi Wolf discusses the emotional weight, campfire songwriting, and classic rock influences behind her third studio album, Mud.
October 7, 20263 min read
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Susie Cave Designs Stage Wardrobe for Phoebe Bridgers on The Lost Tour
Designer Susie Cave has created the custom tour wardrobe for Phoebe Bridgers as the songwriter travels across North America and Europe.
October 6, 20263 min read
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Erol Alkan Reflects on Trash, Electroclash and the Turning Point of 2000s Club Culture
With a new oral history book and a major London anniversary event, Erol Alkan looks back on how club night Trash bridged the gap between indie and electronic music.
October 5, 20263 min read
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Bowie80 Celebration Announced with Global Exhibitions, Orchestral Shows, and Restored Archive Projects
A global series of events titled Bowie80 will commemorate David Bowie's 80th birthday with symphonic concerts, archive exhibitions, and museum tours.
October 5, 20263 min read
New Releases
Laurent Oleff Brings Emotional Depth to Deep Soul Tears
Based in the south of France, Laurent Oleff brings his experience as a songwriter, composer and producer to Deep Soul Tears, an emotionally focused new release.
October 5, 20261 min read
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Pete Doherty Covers Lily Allen During Karaoke Session in South Korea
Carl Barât shared footage of Pete Doherty singing Lily Allen's 2006 single Smile while on tour with The Libertines in South Korea.
October 5, 20262 min read
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Taylor Swift Crashes Dakota Johnson's SNL Monologue as Turnstile Bring Hardcore to Studio 8H
Taylor Swift dropped by Saturday Night Live to roast Dakota Johnson and celebrate her birthday, while Turnstile delivered a rare television set for heavy music.
October 5, 20262 min read
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Glastonbury 2027 General Admission Sells Out in 42 Minutes
General admission tickets for Glastonbury 2027 sold out in 42 minutes on Sunday morning, marking the end of a high-pressure sale featuring a reworked queue system.
October 4, 20262 min read
New Releases
Emme Rain Keeps the Momentum Moving on Up Next
Emme Rain arrives at Up Next with the confidence of an artist who knows exactly where she is heading. The latest release combines a relaxed bounce with a sharper edge, shifting be…
October 3, 20261 min read
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Greta Van Fleet Map Out Massive 2027 World Tour Behind New Album
Greta Van Fleet have revealed plans for an extensive 59-date arena and amphitheater tour across North America, the UK, and Europe throughout 2027.
October 3, 20263 min read
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Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Introduce The Strokes at Massive Queens Homecoming Show
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders surprised fans at Flushing Meadows Corona Park to introduce The Strokes ahead of their UK tour.
October 3, 20263 min read
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Muse Extend The Wow! Signal Campaign With 2027 European Arena Run
Muse will head back across Europe in January 2027 for eight newly confirmed arena concerts in Portugal, France, and Spain.
October 2, 20263 min read
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Radio Free Alice Enlist Rachel Brown for Conversational New Single Big Ideas
Radio Free Alice have shared Big Ideas, a collaborative cut featuring Rachel Brown of Water From Your Eyes, previewing their debut album What’s In Between.
October 2, 20263 min read
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Phil Collins Questions Whether Paul McCartney Cut Him From Beatles Anthology
Speaking at a London retrospective for Face Value, Phil Collins wondered why George Harrison's nod to his Revolver cover disappeared from The Beatles Anthology.
October 2, 20262 min read
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Talking Heads Announce Super Deluxe Edition of Fear of Music with Unreleased Material and Live Video
Rhino will reissue Talking Heads' 1979 album Fear of Music as a super deluxe edition featuring unreleased recordings and archival live footage.
October 1, 20262 min read
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James Blake, Stormzy and Emily Eavis Recognised at Ivors Academy Honours
The Ivors Academy gathered in London to celebrate figures championing songwriters, including James Blake, Stormzy and Emily Eavis.
October 1, 20263 min read
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Enter Shikari Set 2027 Date to Step Away and Fall Dormant
Enter Shikari have confirmed plans to enter an indefinite hiatus at the close of 2027, marking two decades since their debut record before stepping away from touring and the studio.
October 1, 20263 min read
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Talking Heads Reconvene with Este Haim to Open New SiriusXM Channel
Talking Heads have gathered for a rare joint interview with Este Haim, marking over fifty years since their formation and inaugurating a dedicated SiriusXM station.
October 1, 20263 min read
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Macklemore Sells Out European Benefit Run Following Stadium Tour Ouster
Macklemore has sold out his upcoming run of Free Palestine benefit concerts in Dublin, Paris, and London after being dropped from Ed Sheeran's stadium tour.
October 1, 20263 min read
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Roskilde Festival 2027 Lineup Begins with Tame Impala, Caroline Polachek and Patti Smith
Roskilde Festival has announced the first acts for its 2027 edition, with Tame Impala, Caroline Polachek, and the Patti Smith Quartet leading an eclectic opening list of 18 artists.
October 1, 20262 min read
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Mogwai Celebrate 30 Years With New Iggy Pop Collaboration and Career-Spanning Box Set
Mogwai mark three decades with Happy Tears, bringing in Iggy Pop for a brand new song alongside an extensive retrospective and a feature-length audio documentary.
October 1, 20263 min read
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The Bronx School of Hip-Hop Welcomes Its First Freshman Class
A video from the New York City mayor's office highlights the launch of the Bronx School of Hip-Hop, documenting its inaugural class and appearances from artists like Nas.
September 30, 20262 min read
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Oasis Halt Auction of Rare Soundboard Tapes Through Legal Action
A massive archive of soundboard recordings and candid studio audio from Oasis has been pulled from auction following an injunction by the band.
September 30, 20263 min read
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Victoria Beckham Spotted in Recording Studio Working With Son Cruz
Cruz Beckham has shared an image of his mother Victoria back behind a studio microphone, sparking speculation over an upcoming vocal feature.
September 30, 20263 min read
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NME Schedules September and October Print Run with Guitar.com Magazine Pairing
NME prepares to release its September and October 2026 print issue this week, bundled with Guitar.com Magazine and sold exclusively through Dawsons.
September 30, 20262 min read
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Overpass and Nieve Ella Rework 'Fall In Love' Into a Two-Way Conversation
Overpass have invited fellow Midlands artist Nieve Ella onto a fresh version of 'Fall In Love', rewriting the breakup track as a dialogue.
September 29, 20262 min read
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Death From Above 1979 Detail New Record Private Lives and Share North American Dates
Death From Above 1979 will release Private Lives, their first record since 2021, arriving this January alongside a fresh single and tour.
September 29, 20262 min read
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Blossoms, The Streets, and Danny Dyer Join Saturday Night Live UK Lineup
Saturday Night Live UK has revealed its upcoming guest list, featuring live sets from Blossoms, The Streets, and Sasha Keable alongside host Danny Dyer.
September 29, 20263 min read
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Larry Mullen Jr. Rejoins U2 as Rehearsals for New Tour Begin
With drummer Larry Mullen Jr. back behind the kit following surgery, U2 are rehearsing both stadium dates and potential club shows while preparing to release their next album.
September 29, 20263 min read
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Frank Turner to Step Away from Touring Following Final Lost Evenings Festival in 2027
Frank Turner has announced an indefinite hiatus from live touring, confirming that the 2027 edition of his Lost Evenings event at Wembley will be his final shows for the foreseeable future.
September 28, 20263 min read
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Placebo Revive 1996 Instrumental for New Single Helen Keller
Coinciding with the start of their 30th anniversary tour, Placebo have released Helen Keller, a heavy new track reconstructed from a 1996 hidden instrumental.
September 28, 20262 min read
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Slipknot Announce Stadium Dates in Argentina and Chile for 2027
Slipknot have booked their largest headline concerts to date in Argentina and Chile, taking the (Sic)est Stadium Tour to Buenos Aires and Santiago in September 2027.
September 28, 20261 min read
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Westminster Council Considers Next Move for Banksy's Waterloo Place Flag Statue
Five months after Banksy installed his Blinded by the Flag sculpture in central London, Westminster City Council is weighing its long-term future following thousands in security costs.
September 28, 20263 min read
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Jason Newsted Reflects on Cliff Burton Four Decades After the Metallica Bassist's Death
Forty years on from the loss of Cliff Burton, former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted looks back at the awe and intimidation of following in his footsteps.
September 28, 20262 min read
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KATSEYE Take the Studio 8H Stage as a Four-Piece on Saturday Night Live
KATSEYE made their Saturday Night Live debut during the season 52 premiere, performing two tracks from their latest EP as a quartet.
September 27, 20262 min read
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Tom Morello and Kneecap Join Forces on Blistering New Single Unconquered
Tom Morello teams up with Belfast trio Kneecap on Unconquered, an explosive cut from his debut solo rock record, Everyone Gets Everything They Want.
September 27, 20263 min read
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Massive Attack Co-Founder Robert Del Naja Arrested in Liverpool Protest
Massive Attack founding member Robert Del Naja has been arrested outside the Labour Party Conference after demonstrating in support of Palestine Action.
September 27, 20263 min read
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SNL UK Turns Oasis Into Russian Cyber Spies in Andy Burnham Sketch
Saturday Night Live UK opened its latest episode with a bizarre spoof featuring the Gallagher brothers phishing Andy Burnham for state secrets.
September 27, 20263 min read
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Inside Olivia Rodrigo's Seasonally Structured 'Unraveled' Tour Opener in Connecticut
Olivia Rodrigo launched her global 'Unraveled' tour in Hartford, introducing a two-hour concert structured around the changing seasons and dramatic stage production.
September 26, 20262 min read
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Abe Laboriel Jr. Steps Behind the Kit for Pearl Jam at Ohana Festival
Paul McCartney's longtime drummer joined Pearl Jam at Ohana Festival, marking the band's first concert since Matt Cameron's departure.
September 26, 20263 min read
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Noel and Liam Gallagher Stand by Manchester City Amid Landmark Premier League Verdict
Noel and Liam Gallagher have offered contrasting responses after reports emerged that Manchester City were found guilty on 114 Premier League charges.
September 26, 20263 min read
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Chad Smith Breaks Down Black Sabbath's Fairies Wear Boots for Legends of the 70s
Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith unpacks the swing, dynamics, and mechanics of Black Sabbath's Fairies Wear Boots for Drumeo and Musora.
September 25, 20261 min read
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Holding Poison Make Heartbreak Feel Bigger on Knew I Couldn't Have You
London rock five piece Holding Poison return with Knew I Couldn't Have You, a melodic alternative rock track about the kind of relationship that can remain with you long after it…
September 25, 20261 min read
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Madness Confirmed as First Headliners for Rock N Roll Circus London
Madness will headline the inaugural London edition of Rock N Roll Circus at Gunnersbury Park in July 2027, marking their only outdoor capital gig that summer.
September 25, 20263 min read
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Phoebe Bridgers Contributes New Original Song to A24 Film Primetime
Phoebe Bridgers has released "On Video," an original song written and performed for the closing credits of A24's new feature Primetime.
September 25, 20262 min read
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Apocalyptica Collaborate With Kalandra on Control: Resonant Track Upperhand
Apocalyptica have joined forces with Norwegian alternative folk group Kalandra on Upperhand, a vocal piece written for Remedy Entertainment's upcoming Control: Resonant.
September 25, 20262 min read
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Bullet For My Valentine Announce New Album Social Apocalypse and Massive Arena Tour
Bullet For My Valentine will release their eighth studio album Social Apocalypse in March 2027, backed by their largest headline tour of Europe and the UK to date.
September 24, 20262 min read
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Lula Adapts Bad Bunny Protest Anthem for Brazilian Reelection Campaign
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has shared a Portuguese adaptation of Bad Bunny's Puerto Rico protest track on X as part of his reelection campaign.
September 24, 20262 min read
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Bullet for My Valentine Announce New Album Social Apocalypse and Share Title Track
Bullet for My Valentine will release their new record Social Apocalypse this March through Spinefarm, leading the project with its hard hitting title track.
September 24, 20262 min read
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Timmy Trumpet and Alle Farben Team Up for Chase The Feeling Featuring ALEXX
Timmy Trumpet and Alle Farben have joined forces for Chase The Feeling, a new electronic collaboration featuring vocalist ALEXX. Released September 18 through Spinnin’ Records, th…
September 24, 20262 min read
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Freida Parton Denies Family Feud Following Legal Action Against Dolly's Nephew
Dolly Parton's sister Freida has stepped in to dismiss talk of family division after the late icon's estate fired her nephew Bryan Seaver and sought a restraining order.
September 24, 20263 min read
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Cameron Winter Tests Fresh Solo Material During Secret New Orleans Club Set
Geese frontman Cameron Winter turned up unannounced at BJ's Lounge in New Orleans, debuting three unreleased tracks alongside songs from his solo catalogue.
September 24, 20263 min read
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Placebo Bring Early Album Retrospective Tour to Latin America in 2027
Placebo have added a 10-date Latin American run to their 30th anniversary celebrations, focusing on material from their first two albums.
September 24, 20263 min read
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Hayley Williams Reflects on Chad Gilbert's Lasting Impact on Pop-Punk and Hardcore
Hayley Williams has paid tribute to her former husband and New Found Glory guitarist Chad Gilbert, who died at 45 following a five-year battle with cancer.
September 23, 20263 min read
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Alien Ant Farm Turn Up the Heat on Gaslighter
Alien Ant Farm have always had a knack for making heavy rock feel immediate, and Gaslighter finds the band leaning into that instinct with a track that is direct, aggressive and b…
September 23, 20262 min read
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Javier Bardem Backs Petition Calling for Pink's Removal as UNICEF Ambassador
Javier Bardem has shared a petition urging UNICEF to drop Pink as an ambassador following her comments about Macklemore's onstage speech.
September 23, 20263 min read
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Slayyyter Plays Turnstile Cover Birds Live in Atlanta
Slayyyter brought her electronic rework of Turnstile's Birds to the stage for the first time during a tour date at The Eastern in Atlanta.
September 23, 20263 min read
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Apple Music Hall Sets Up a Custom Live Recording Space at Battersea Power Station
A 600-capacity room equipped with a 48-speaker Spatial Audio setup and built-in broadcast studios is coming to London.
September 23, 20262 min read
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Echo & The Bunnymen Announce Winter UK Tour Following New Studio Album
Echo & The Bunnymen have lined up a seven date UK tour for November, supporting their first new studio record in twelve years.
September 23, 20262 min read
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Chvrches Return With Heavy New Single Roses Ahead of Intimate UK Shows
Chvrches break a five year silence with the industrial single Roses, pairing the release with ballot entry charity dates in Glasgow and London.
September 22, 20263 min read
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James Hetfield Crowns Tony Iommi the Riff Lord on SiriusXM
On a recent broadcast of his SiriusXM show, Metallica frontman James Hetfield praised Black Sabbath cofounder Tony Iommi as the true originator of heavy metal rhythm guitar.
September 22, 20261 min read
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Jorge Drexler Defends Reggaetón and Spotlights Bad Bunny as a Great Lyricist
Uruguayan songwriter Jorge Drexler is challenging common prejudices against reggaetón, urging listeners to appreciate its lyrical craft and praising Bad Bunny.
September 22, 20262 min read
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Mike D Stages Beastie Boys Reunion With Money Mark and Mix Master Mike in Los Angeles
At The Belasco in Los Angeles, Mike D welcomed longtime Beastie Boys collaborators Money Mark and Mix Master Mike to close out his solo set.
September 22, 20263 min read
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Gurriers Look to the Movies Ahead of New Album Nobody's Coming To Save You
Dublin punk outfit Gurriers share their Favourite Film Songs playlist while outlining the communal focus and righteous anger behind their upcoming second album.
September 22, 20262 min read
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UMG and Warner Ask Federal Judge to Throw Out AFM Artificial Intelligence Lawsuit
Universal Music Group and Warner are urging a federal court to dismiss an American Federation of Musicians lawsuit regarding session player royalties for AI training.
September 22, 20263 min read
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Beabadoobee Enlists Deftones Frontman Chino Moreno for 'Satellite'
Beabadoobee closes her fourth album Pylon with 'Satellite', a dynamic collaboration featuring backing vocals from Deftones singer Chino Moreno.
September 22, 20263 min read
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Holly Humberstone Calls Off European Tour Following Crew Medical Emergency
Holly Humberstone has cancelled the remainder of her European tour after a crew member suffered a life-threatening medical emergency in Cologne.
September 21, 20262 min read
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Ireland Plans €100 Culture Cards for Teenagers to Boost Live Venues
A proposed government initiative will hand digital vouchers to sixteen-year-olds across Ireland to spend on live music, theatre, and cinema.
September 21, 20263 min read
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Shakira Opens Madrid Residency at Custom Stadium With 165,000 Fans Across First Weekend
Shakira opened her 12-night Madrid run at the purpose-built Estadio Shakira, drawing roughly 165,000 fans across three nights of shifting setlists and guest appearances.
September 21, 20262 min read
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Beabadoobee Teams Up With Chino Moreno for Album Closer Satellite
Beabadoobee wraps her fourth album Pylon with Satellite, an alt-rock duet featuring subtle vocal work from Deftones singer Chino Moreno.
September 21, 20263 min read
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Melissa Barrera Reflects on Macklemore Tour Dropping and the Power of Industry Solidarity
Following Macklemore's removal from Ed Sheeran's stadium tour, Melissa Barrera has questioned why similar peer solidarity was absent during her own firing from Scream 7.
September 21, 20263 min read
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The Weeknd Unveils New Track Tokyo With Yoko Takahashi at Japan Tour Opener
Abel Tesfaye launched the Asian leg of his After Hours Til Dawn stadium run in Saitama, bringing out Yoko Takahashi for a collaborative live debut.
September 20, 20263 min read
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Chad Gilbert, New Found Glory Guitarist and Co-Founder, Dies at 45
New Found Glory lead guitarist and founding songwriter Chad Gilbert has died at 45 following a prolonged battle with cancer.
September 20, 20263 min read
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William Shatner Delivers Heavy Metal Debut in Chicago Ahead of Riot Fest
At 95, William Shatner made his heavy metal debut with The *uckers, covering Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, and Motörhead at Chicago's Park West.
September 20, 20262 min read
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Billy Bragg Rebukes Ed Sheeran Over Tour Controversy and Humanitarian Donation
Billy Bragg has renewed his criticism of Ed Sheeran, questioning the singer's recent donation and handling of Macklemore's removal from the Loop tour.
September 20, 20263 min read
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Gnarls Barkley Map Out First Concert Tour in 18 Years
Danger Mouse and CeeLo Green will return to the stage this November and December for the To Whom It Still Concerns tour, playing their first shows since 2008.
September 20, 20263 min read
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Sylvan Esso End Spotify Boycott Over Financial Pressures
After pulling their music over Daniel Ek's military AI investments, Sylvan Esso have returned to Spotify to keep their team employed.
September 20, 20263 min read
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Ed Sheeran Takes the Stage in Philadelphia After Tour Fallout and Lineup Exits
Following the removal of Macklemore and the departure of his entire supporting roster, Ed Sheeran addressed the crowd in Philadelphia to restart his tour.
September 20, 20262 min read
New Releases
Natalie Beabella Brings Latin and Afro Cuban Influences Together on Madre de amor YEMAYA
Natalie Beabella has released a new single, Madre de amor YEMAYA, featuring Liliana Zavala, Marian Pellegrino and Vivian Pérez. The track brings together Latin American and Afro C…
September 19, 20261 min read
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Angus Young Autographs a Baby at Toronto Pop-Up Following AC/DC Show Cancellation
After venue damage scrapped AC/DC's Rogers Stadium stop, guitarist Angus Young greeted fans at a Toronto pop-up and signed a very young admirer.
September 19, 20263 min read
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Duncan Sheik, Grammy Nominee and Spring Awakening Composer, Dies at 56
Duncan Sheik, the songwriter behind Barely Breathing and the Tony-winning composer of Spring Awakening, has died at 56.
September 19, 20263 min read
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Oasis Detail Travel, Seating, and Ticketing for Knebworth 2027 Shows
Organisers have shared transport, camping, and accessibility arrangements for the four Oasis shows at Knebworth House in September 2027.
September 19, 20262 min read
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Ed Sheeran Left Without Tour Openers as Guitar Center Runs Contest for Mexico City Slot
Guitar Center is still running an open competition to find a support act for Ed Sheeran in Mexico City, even after his backing band and entire tour roster walked away.
September 19, 20263 min read
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Billy Joel Confirmed Alive Following Google Search Glitch
Billy Joel is alive and well, his publicist confirmed after an automated search glitch mistakenly claimed the musician had died.
September 19, 20263 min read
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Garth Jennings Explores Pulp's Chemistry, Loss, and Survival in New Film
Director Garth Jennings discusses What Do You Do For An Encore?, capturing Pulp's sold-out London shows, their tribute to Steve Mackey, and decades of creative resilience.
September 19, 20262 min read
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Iceage Plug In for The Adam Friedland Show
Iceage challenged the acoustic premise of The Adam Friedland Show's Unplugged series by playing a fully amplified set of songs from For Love of Grace & the Hereafter.
September 18, 20262 min read
New Releases
Alex Tranter Brings Funk, Soul and Jazz Together on “Till Tomorrow”
Alex Tranter brings a warm blend of funk, soul and jazz to “Till Tomorrow,” a track built around an easy groove, expressive vocals and a strong live instrumental feel. From the op…
September 18, 20261 min read
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Interpol and Queens of the Stone Age Team Up for Major Mexico City Stadium Date
Interpol and Queens of the Stone Age are joining forces for a massive stadium show in Mexico City, anchoring a three-city Mexican run with The Black Angels.
September 18, 20263 min read
New Releases
Simon Bürki Brings Chopin and Schumann Together on His Upcoming Album
Swiss pianist Simon Bürki is preparing to release a new album that brings together the music of two of the Romantic era’s most celebrated composers: Frédéric Chopin and Robert Sch…
September 18, 20262 min read
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Colin Moulding Steps Forward With Want It Bad
Colin Moulding has released Want It Bad (The Pep Talks And Playing Fields Of Old England), marking only the second solo outing of his multi-decade career.
September 18, 20262 min read
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Les Claypool Returns to the Studio for South America Theme Song
As South Park rebrands to South America for its 29th season, Les Claypool returns to write and record a brand new opening theme.
September 18, 20262 min read
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Johanna Warren Confronts Heartache on New Single Islamorada
Following her May release brave & capable, Johanna Warren returns with Islamorada, turning an open plea into a study of quiet strength.
September 17, 20262 min read
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1tbsp Teams Up with kid on air for Hypnotic New Single Wish You Luck
Australian producer Maxwell Byrne returns under his 1tbsp moniker with Wish You Luck, a hypnotic single featuring Vienna-based artist kid on air.
September 17, 20262 min read
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Grand Theft Auto VI Soundtrack Sets 34 New Songs From Keith Richards, Travis Scott, and Yung Lean
A standalone 34-track compilation for Grand Theft Auto VI will feature fresh recordings from Keith Richards, Travis Scott, and a collaboration between Yung Lean and Future.
September 17, 20261 min read
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Josiah Queen Previews 'Damascus Road' With Contemplative Single 'when I see You'
Josiah Queen has released 'when I see You,' a reflective acoustic track previewing his upcoming 14-song album Damascus Road.
September 17, 20262 min read
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The Heartbreakers Reunite at Americana Awards with Chris Stapleton
The Heartbreakers took the stage together for the first time in nine years at the 2026 Americana Awards, teaming up with Chris Stapleton at the Ryman Auditorium.
September 17, 20263 min read
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Ed Sheeran Faces Tour Collapse and Fan Backlash After Macklemore Removal
Ed Sheeran has lost his backing band, his opening acts, and roughly 200,000 followers after Macklemore was dismissed from the Loop tour over an on-stage speech backing Palestine.
September 17, 20263 min read
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untitled (halo) Join Dirty Hit and Preview Debut Record with Closing Track easy rider
Following their breakout in the Los Angeles underground, untitled (halo) have signed with Dirty Hit and shared easy rider from their upcoming debut album.
September 17, 20263 min read
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Market Hotel Responds After In Tha Fest Accuses Brooklyn Venue of Racism
In Tha Fest leveled racism allegations at Market Hotel after a canceled showcase during New York Fashion Week, prompting a response from the venue.
September 17, 20262 min read
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Helena Deland Returns With New Track How Do You Like Me Now
Helena Deland has released her new track How Do You Like Me Now, following recent collaborative work with Ouri and her Altogether Unaccompanied series.
September 16, 20262 min read
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Hunting for Unreleased Nirvana Songs in the Summer of 1991
Before Nevermind arrived, catching Nirvana live meant carrying unreleased songs in your head with no way to hear them at home.
September 16, 20261 min read
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Charlotte Adigéry and Bolis Pupul Return With Googoo Gaga
Charlotte Adigéry and Bolis Pupul have shared Googoo Gaga, their first joint release since 2022.
September 16, 20261 min read
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AEG Presents Invests in European Promoter Greenhouse Talent
AEG Presents is expanding its presence in European live music through a new investment in Greenhouse Talent, one of the leading independent concert promoters operating across Belg…
September 15, 20264 min read
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Macklemore Removed From Remaining U.S. Dates of Ed Sheeran’s Tour
Macklemore will no longer perform on the remaining U.S. dates of Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour after the rapper’s appearance at MetLife Stadium sparked controversy over his public suppor…
September 14, 20264 min read
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Carly Rae Jepsen Opens Up About a New Chapter Ahead of Day and Night
Carly Rae Jepsen is preparing to release her ninth studio album, a double record that explores intimacy, motherhood and a more personal side of the pop star.
September 14, 20265 min read
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My Chemical Romance Hint at New Album After Final Tour Show
My Chemical Romance have given fans a new reason to expect another chapter from the band. Following the final show of their latest tour, frontman Gerard Way indicated that the gro…
September 13, 20263 min read
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Ocean Way Festival Canceled After Hurricane Marie Damages Santa Monica Beach
The inaugural Ocean Way Festival will not take place in Santa Monica this September after severe beach erosion forced organizers to cancel the two-day event just weeks before its…
September 13, 20263 min read
New Releases
This Is Lorelei Steps Into the Spotlight With The Singer in My Band
For years, Nate Amos has been associated with the restless experimentation of Water From Your Eyes. As This Is Lorelei, however, he has increasingly moved toward something more ex…
September 13, 20263 min read
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Kendrick Lamar Reunites With Jhené Aiko on “So Good”
Jhené Aiko has returned with her first album in six years, and one of the most notable moments on Westside Whimsy is a reunion with Kendrick Lamar. The two artists reconnect on “S…
September 11, 20263 min read
New Releases
Bonobo Releases New Album Distance in Static
Bonobo has released a new album. Distance in Static arrives on September 11, 2026, marking another chapter in the long-running career of British producer and musician Simon Green.…
September 11, 20263 min read
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Jay-Z Celebrates 30 Years of Music With Massive Paris Concert
Thirty years is a long time in music. Genres change. Technology changes. Artists come and go. Entire generations of listeners discover music through platforms that did not exist w…
September 11, 20269 min read
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Harry Styles Announces Two Croke Park Shows for 2027
Harry Styles has added two major Dublin dates to his 2027 Together, Together tour, giving fans in Ireland another chance to see one of pop's biggest modern performers on a huge st…
September 11, 20269 min read
New Releases
Jhené Aiko Returns With New Album Westside Whimsy and Kendrick Lamar Collaboration
Sylvan Esso are back with a new album, and this time the North Carolina duo are leaning into the messier side of being human. Released on September 11, 2026, Ow ∞ is the group’s f…
September 3, 20263 min read
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Susanna Hoffs and Rufus Wainwright Join Forces on “Bad Case of Loneliness”
Susanna Hoffs and Rufus Wainwright have joined forces for “Bad Case of Loneliness,” a new collaboration released September 1, 2026. The pairing brings together two artists whose c…
September 1, 20263 min read
Discover
SubmitFinder Wants to Make Music Promotion Less of a Scavenger Hunt
For an independent artist, making the song is often only the beginning. Once the final mix is ready, another problem appears: who should actually hear it? Finding the right blogs,…
August 9, 20264 min read
Reviews
Erykah Badu and The Alchemist Bring a Strange Kind of Magic to “Witch Doctor”
Erykah Badu and The Alchemist make an unusual combination on paper, but “Witch Doctor” makes the partnership feel almost inevitable. Released in August 2026, the track introduces…
August 6, 20264 min read
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Three Bands, Three New Singles, and the Hella Mega Tour
Green Day, Fall Out Boy, and Weezer have announced the Hella Mega Tour, pairing the stadium announcement with a trio of fresh singles.
September 16, 20211 min read