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Soul Glo Share New Single Ppl Worried Featuring Tunde Adebimpe
Philadelphia hardcore band Soul Glo have recruited TV on the Radio singer Tunde Adebimpe for Ppl Worried, the second single from their upcoming LP.
October 20, 20262 min read
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Jez Williams Details Debut Solo Album Life Of Me And You and New Single Hollow Man
Doves guitarist Jez Williams has announced his debut solo album, Life Of Me And You, previewed by the glam psych single Hollow Man.
October 20, 20262 min read
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Lily Allen Turns West End Girl Lyric Into a Real Toy Line
A standout line on Lily Allen's fifth album has sparked a real six-piece collection with Lovehoney, including that pale blue polka dot design.
October 20, 20262 min read
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Jaafar Jackson Reflects on Reshoots, Cut Scenes, and the Future of the Michael Biopic
After Michael crossed the billion dollar mark, lead actor Jaafar Jackson opened up about the legally mandated reshoots, the omitted third act, and plans for the sequel.
October 20, 20263 min read
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Olivia Dean Leads Bookmakers' Odds Ahead of 2026 Mercury Prize Ceremony
William Hill places Olivia Dean as favourite for the 2026 Mercury Prize, with Nia Archives and Raye close behind ahead of Thursday's ceremony in Newcastle.
October 20, 20262 min read
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Sleaford Mods Unveil Expanded Demise of Planet X with Nine Unreleased Songs
Jason Williamson and Andrew Fearn have opened the archive from their thirteenth album, adding nine unreleased session cuts and a video fronted by Sue Tompkins.
October 19, 20263 min read
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Harry Styles and Filmmaker John Wilson Document Madison Square Garden Residency
Filmmaker John Wilson has been filming Harry Styles at Madison Square Garden since August for an upcoming documentary covering the singer's record-setting residency.
October 18, 20261 min read
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Iron Maiden Schedule 2027 North American Tour to Finish 50th Anniversary Trek
Iron Maiden will wrap up their Run For Your Lives tour with 16 final North American shows in spring 2027, revisiting regions skipped on earlier legs.
October 18, 20263 min read
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Michael Stipe Joins The National in Biarritz for Rare Rendition of E-Bow The Letter
Michael Stipe reunited with members of The National in France to perform R.E.M.'s 1996 track during a birthday celebration for Aaron and Bryce Dessner.
October 18, 20263 min read
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Morrissey Assesses His Solo Work and Puts an Unreleased Record First
Morrissey has shared a definitive list of his favourite albums and singles on his website, giving the top spot to the unreleased Bonfire Of Teenagers.
October 17, 20263 min read
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Fontaines D.C. Test New Ground at the Roundhouse for CALM
Hours before releasing Dopamine Chamber, Fontaines D.C. packed London's Roundhouse for a short notice charity date in aid of CALM.
October 17, 20263 min read
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Harry Styles Debuts What Is Enough at Madison Square Garden in Memory of Liam Payne
Harry Styles marked the two year anniversary of Liam Payne's death by introducing an unreleased acoustic song, What Is Enough, during his Madison Square Garden residency.
October 17, 20263 min read
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Liam Gallagher Rules Out Fontaines D.C. for 2027 Oasis Tour
Liam Gallagher has rejected calls for Fontaines D.C. to open for Oasis on their sold out 2027 dates, arguing the Dublin band lack the tunes.
October 17, 20263 min read
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Architects Frontman Sam Carter Opens Up About Vocal Anxiety and the Toll of Online Criticism
Architects singer Sam Carter has shared an honest update detailing how online judgment and performance anxiety took away his joy of singing live.
October 17, 20263 min read
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When American Hi-Fi Chose Friction Over Formula on The Art Of Losing
Following the runaway success of their debut, American Hi-Fi wrote their second album on the road, teaming with Nick Launay to make a record with sharper teeth.
October 16, 20263 min read
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Roger Waters Lashes Out at James Hetfield Over Politics in Live Music
Roger Waters has strongly criticized Metallica frontman James Hetfield, calling him a prick after Hetfield discouraged artists from lecturing audiences on stage.
October 16, 20263 min read
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Adam Duritz Recounts the Rapid Birth of A Long December
Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz details the whirlwind twenty-four hours that produced one of the band's signature songs.
October 15, 20263 min read
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London Event Licensing Faces Scrutiny as New Investigation Uncovers Racial Bias
A two-year investigation reveals how Black and South Asian promoters and venues face disproportionate policing, arbitrary shutdowns, and steep costs across London.
October 15, 20263 min read
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U2 Announce New Single The Greatest Show On Earth and Plot 2027 Stadium Return
With their sixteenth album Carnaval De Luz arriving in November, U2 have unveiled a new Brian Eno collaboration alongside their first stadium shows since 2024.
October 15, 20263 min read
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Fontaines D.C. Film Standalone Later With Jools Holland Special at Alexandra Palace
Fontaines D.C. have recorded a full television special for Later... With Jools Holland, showcasing their fifth album Dopamine Chamber ahead of its release.
October 15, 20263 min read
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Danny Elfman and Filter's Richard Patrick Refuse to Turn Down
Backstage at Louisville's Louder Than Life, Danny Elfman and Filter frontman Richard Patrick spoke with Kyle Meredith about new records, screen composition, and the enduring pull of heavy music.
October 14, 20262 min read
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Revisiting the Controlled Havoc of Fontaines D.C.'s Hurricane Laughter
A look back at Fontaines D.C.'s second single, 2017's Hurricane Laughter, and its descent into frantic disorder.
October 14, 20262 min read
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Madonna's Evita Soundtrack Set for Debut Vinyl Pressing This November
Three decades after the film adaptation arrived in cinemas, Madonna's Evita soundtrack is receiving its first vinyl pressing.
October 14, 20262 min read
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Greta Gerwig Secures Led Zeppelin's Stairway To Heaven for Narnia First Look
A personal pitch to Jimmy Page and Robert Plant cleared the rock classic for the first trailer of The Magician's Nephew.
October 14, 20262 min read
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Paul McCartney Reached Out to Sam Mendes Over Abbey Road Height Discrepancy
A recreate of the Abbey Road zebra crossing for Sam Mendes's Beatles films prompted a blunt text message from Paul McCartney.
October 14, 20262 min read
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Marika Hackman Announces Fifth Album False Dogs and Shares Opening Single 33
Marika Hackman has announced her fifth album False Dogs, set for release on Chrysalis Records alongside a major UK and European tour and the reflective lead track 33.
October 14, 20263 min read
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James Hetfield Rebuffs Preachy Performers During Metallica Show at the Sphere
During a Las Vegas residency gig, Metallica frontman James Hetfield drew a hard line against artists who push political messages from the stage, promising fans that his band offers pure escapism instead.
October 13, 20262 min read
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Lana Del Rey Debuts Stove Track Live at Singapore Grand Prix
Returning to the stage for the first time in nearly a year, Lana Del Rey gave White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter its live debut at the Singapore Grand Prix.
October 13, 20263 min read
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Piss Unpack the Sonic and Personal Weight Behind Debut Album 'You Made Me / Skin On Linen'
Ahead of their Sub Pop debut, Vancouver punk band Piss assemble an uncompromising listening list and reflect on the heavy realities of singing about survival.
October 12, 20263 min read
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Sunflower Bean's Julia Cumming Takes Over Bass for Wolf Alice on Olivia Rodrigo Tour
With Theo Ellis on paternity leave, Sunflower Bean's Julia Cumming has stepped in on bass for Wolf Alice across Olivia Rodrigo's North American arena dates.
October 12, 20262 min read
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Johnny Marr on Noel Gallagher's Studio Phone Call and Honoring Mani on Record
A surprise phone call from Noel Gallagher brought heartbreaking news to Johnny Marr's studio session, reshaping a key track on The Age of Everything.
October 12, 20263 min read
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Frank Carter Halts Sex Pistols Denver Gig to Eject Heckler Over Women-Only Pit
Frank Carter stopped the Sex Pistols set in Denver to remove an audience member who repeatedly objected to clearing floor space for a women-only mosh pit.
October 11, 20263 min read
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The Raconteurs Stage Surprise Reunion at Jack White Nashville Concert
Jack White brought out Brendan Benson, Jack Lawrence and Patrick Keeler in Nashville for the band's first live set in nearly seven years.
October 11, 20263 min read
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Paul Banks Teams Up with Aaron Hemphill and Raife Burchell for New Berlin Project
Interpol singer Paul Banks has spent the last three years in Germany building a new band alongside Liars guitarist Aaron Hemphill and drummer Raife Burchell.
October 10, 20262 min read
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Art Garfunkel Postpones British Tour Following Respiratory Diagnosis
Art Garfunkel has postponed his four upcoming UK concerts after a doctor diagnosed the singer with a respiratory infection during tour rehearsals.
October 10, 20263 min read
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How Michael Stipe Taught Thom Yorke to Step Outside
During Radiohead's 1995 tour supporting R.E.M., Michael Stipe shared a straightforward psychological trick that helped Thom Yorke navigate public attention.
October 10, 20263 min read
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Ed Sheeran Rebuilds Loop Tour Lineup Following Macklemore Fallout
Ed Sheeran has added new opening acts to his US stadium dates after Macklemore was dropped from the tour over his on-stage comments.
October 9, 20263 min read
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Westside Cowboy Make US Television Debut on Fallon with "Pin Up Boys"
English indie rock outfit Westside Cowboy brought "Pin Up Boys" to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon for their first American television appearance.
October 9, 20262 min read
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Grimes Announces PSYOPERA and Shares New Single ACCELERANDO
Grimes has confirmed her upcoming album PSYOPERA, pairing the announcement with the release of new track ACCELERANDO and an AI themed teaser clip.
October 9, 20262 min read
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Girl In Red Returns With Introspective New Single Blue
Marie Ulven shares her first new track in over a year, exploring the fallout of a breakup alongside a hometown video shot in Oslo.
October 9, 20263 min read
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Raye Returns to the Royal Albert Hall for Orchestral Reworking of Her Sophomore Album
Raye will bring her second album to London's Royal Albert Hall this October, backed once again by The Heritage Orchestra and Flames Collective.
October 9, 20263 min read
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Madra Salach Announce Debut Album Gorta and Share Ominous Lead Single Ribbon Factory
Dublin six-piece Madra Salach will release their debut album Gorta this coming January, leading the announcement with their live favorite Ribbon Factory.
October 9, 20263 min read
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Tom DeLonge Joins San Diego Crowd in Ballpark Singalong During Padres Postseason Win
Blink-182 guitarist Tom DeLonge watched thousands of Padres fans sing All The Small Things during a tense Game 3 playoff victory at Petco Park.
October 9, 20263 min read
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Spiritland Brings Custom Sound and Full Album Sessions to the Barbican
Spiritland has taken over the Barbican Lakeside Room, opening an intimate 100-capacity walk-in listening bar with custom Living Voice audio running through July 2027.
October 9, 20262 min read
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Rosalía on Advising Bono Over U2 Song Written in Her Honour
Rosalía shared details of an unexpected text from Bono, who asked for guidance on Spanish lyrics for a new U2 track written about her.
October 9, 20263 min read
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Billy Bragg and Wilco Plan Expanded Box Set for Mermaid Avenue
Billy Bragg and Wilco are revisiting Mermaid Avenue, their acclaimed 1998 collaboration set to unrecorded Woody Guthrie lyrics, with an expanded box set.
October 8, 20261 min read
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Turnstile Announce Free Benefit Concert at the Washington Monument
Turnstile will wrap their North American run with a free concert at the Washington Monument, raising humanitarian aid for Palestine, Sudan, and Lebanon.
October 8, 20263 min read
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Rosalía on Giving Bono Questionable Spanish Advice for an Upcoming U2 Song
Appearing on The Tonight Show, Rosalía admitted that Bono reached out for help with Spanish phrasing on a forthcoming U2 song written about her, though she was not much help.
October 8, 20262 min read
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Daisy Chain Fields Vendor Cites Heavy Losses and Unpaid Revenue in Open Letter to Olivia Rodrigo
Mary Chacon of Ugly Oats Kitchen posted an open letter addressing unpaid sales, chaotic logistics, and thousands in losses at Olivia Rodrigo's Irvine festival.
October 8, 20263 min read
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Paul McCartney Adds Four Unreleased Tracks to The Boys of Dungeon Lane
Paul McCartney has expanded his reflective album The Boys of Dungeon Lane with four new cuts, including an alternate take on his duet with Ringo Starr.
October 8, 20263 min read
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Record Store Day Black Friday 2026 Unveils Full Lineup for Independent Shops
Record Store Day UK has announced its full slate of exclusive releases for Black Friday 2026, landing in independent shops on November 27.
October 7, 20263 min read
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American Football Strip Down The Cure for SiriusXMU Acoustic Debut
American Football reworked The Cure's 1979 staple for SiriusXM, playing their first acoustic performance together as a complete band.
October 7, 20262 min read
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Stockholm Gasometer Sets Opening Run with Jacob Mühlrad and Alexander Wessely
Stockholm's new 2,300-capacity venue Gasometer will open in March with an ambitious collaboration between composer Jacob Mühlrad and visual artist Alexander Wessely.
October 7, 20263 min read
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Turnstile Pause Oklahoma City Show to Demand Removal of Aggressive Security Guard
Brendan Yates halted Turnstile's set at The Criterion after witnessing venue security allegedly take a swing at a fan near the barrier.
October 7, 20262 min read
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Why the Oasis Documentary Skips the Gallagher Brothers' Reconciliation
Filmmakers behind Oasis: Don't Look Back In Anger explain why the documentary bypassed any backstage peace talks ahead of the 2025 reunion.
October 7, 20262 min read
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Enter Shikari Share Surprise Track Higher Ground Amid Hiatus News
Days after revealing plans to step back at the end of 2027, Enter Shikari have returned with an optimistic standalone single titled Higher Ground.
October 7, 20263 min read
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Tom Morello Unites Bruce Springsteen, Foo Fighters, and Jack Black at Inaugural Power to the People Festival
Tom Morello brought Bruce Springsteen, Foo Fighters, Joan Baez, and Jack Black together for an ambitious day of collaborations at Maryland's Merriweather Post Pavilion.
October 6, 20262 min read
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Robbie Williams Named Album Icon for National Album Day 2026 with Vinyl Reissue
Robbie Williams takes the Album Icon mantle for National Album Day 2026, accompanied by a first-ever coloured vinyl release of Sing When You're Winning.
October 6, 20262 min read
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FLO Plot Extensive 2027 Headline Tour Across North America, Europe and the UK
British trio FLO have detailed an expansive 2027 headlining run in support of their second album, Therapy At The Club.
October 6, 20263 min read
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Blink-182 Surface in Coachella Valley for Eight-Song Private Show
Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, and Travis Barker gathered at the Zenyara estate for an unannounced eight-song set, marking only their second live appearance of 2026.
October 5, 20262 min read
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Dua Lipa Joins Shakira on Stage in Madrid for Antología Duet
Dua Lipa joined Shakira on stage during her Madrid residency on Saturday, delivering a live duet of the 1995 track Antología.
October 5, 20262 min read
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Primavera Sound Marks 25 Years With Doechii, Phoebe Bridgers, and Fontaines D.C. in 2027
Primavera Sound has revealed the first wave of artists for its 25th anniversary in Barcelona, featuring Doechii, Phoebe Bridgers, and Fontaines D.C.
October 5, 20262 min read
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Dave Grohl Joins AC/DC on Stage for Highway To Hell at Final Power Up Tour Date
Dave Grohl capped off Foo Fighters' opening slot at MetLife Stadium by teaming up with AC/DC for a run through Highway To Hell.
October 4, 20263 min read
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Kings Of Leon Book London O2 Arena Show for Summer 2027
Kings Of Leon have mapped out a headline date at London's The O2 for July 2027, joining the venue's twentieth anniversary celebrations alongside plans for their tenth studio album.
October 4, 20263 min read
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Dave Grohl Dedicates Foo Fighters Classic My Hero to Jack at Power to the People
During a performance at the Power to the People Festival, Dave Grohl offered up Foo Fighters anthem My Hero to an unspecified new friend named Jack.
October 4, 20262 min read
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Jack Black, Chuck D, and Tom Morello Join DMC for Walk This Way Cover
Tom Morello's Power to the People festival brought together an unexpected lineup of hip hop and rock veterans for a shared cover of Walk This Way.
October 4, 20262 min read
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Roxy Music Unearth Bare 1973 Acoustic Demo of Pyjamarama
Recorded during a solitary Derbyshire writing retreat, an unheard early take of Pyjamarama previews the forthcoming For Your Pleasure box set.
October 3, 20263 min read
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Metallica Opens Life Burns Faster Residency at Las Vegas Sphere
Metallica has launched their 24-date residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, introducing custom visuals and alternating weekend setlists.
October 2, 20262 min read
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CMAT Argues Ed Sheeran Faced Unfair Criticism and Poor Counsel Over Tour Row
Appearing on The Daily Show, CMAT suggested that Ed Sheeran was out of his depth and misled by industry advisers during the fallout over Macklemore.
October 2, 20263 min read
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Bono Recalls Ed Sheeran Keeping His Distance from Politics on U2 Collaboration
Bono and Larry Mullen Jr. reflect on working with Ed Sheeran on 'Yours Eternally' following recent tour fallout over stage speech.
October 1, 20263 min read
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LCD Soundsystem Set 12-Night New York Run Across Queens and Brooklyn
James Murphy and company will play a dozen hometown dates this winter, celebrating their 100th residency show along the way.
October 1, 20263 min read
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Why Fatboy Slim Has Played Glastonbury Over 100 Times Without Taking a Fee
Norman Cook reveals that despite clocking more than a century of sets at Worthy Farm, he has never received a performance fee from the Eavis family.
October 1, 20263 min read
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Florence + The Machine, RAYE, and Pulp to Perform at 2026 Mercury Prize in Newcastle
Ten live sets are lined up for the Mercury Prize ceremony at Newcastle's Utilita Arena, featuring Florence + The Machine, RAYE, Pulp, and local jazz outfit Knats.
September 30, 20262 min read
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Peaches Reimagines Fuck The Pain Away for Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival
Peaches has reworked her signature track for the upcoming Hellraiser video game, bringing in Doug Bradley to reprise his role as Pinhead.
September 30, 20262 min read
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Fontaines D.C. Warp Their Sound on Unsettling New Track Tongue
Ahead of their fifth album Dopamine Chamber, Fontaines D.C. lean into pitch manipulation and tape tricks on their newest single.
September 30, 20263 min read
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Kings Of Leon Map Out New Single Cold Blue Dawn With The Weather Channel
Kings Of Leon have unveiled their bluesy new track Cold Blue Dawn, accompanied by an inventive lyric video assembled from NASA satellite photos in partnership with The Weather Channel.
September 30, 20263 min read
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Jim Root Says New Slipknot Album Will Challenge Fans and Avoid Past Formulas
Jim Root reveals Slipknot are stripping back their studio setup with producer Matt Wallace, tracking analog and live while leaving their early catalog formulas behind.
September 30, 20263 min read
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Slipknot Face Fan Backlash Over Booking Marilyn Manson for 2027 Stadium Dates
Slipknot have announced their massive 2027 stadium tour, but the decision to bring Marilyn Manson along as support has drawn immediate anger from fans.
September 30, 20263 min read
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Moody Melody: Serge Gorbman Brings Cinematic Neo-Soul to a New Release
Serge Gorbman returns with Moody Melody, a collaboration with Ofri Afek that blends neo-soul and alternative R&B with a cinematic approach to production. The track is built ar…
September 30, 20261 min read
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Lime Garden Share New Single Moving Target Ahead of Autumn Tour
Brighton four-piece Lime Garden have released their new standalone single Moving Target ahead of their October UK headline dates.
September 30, 20262 min read
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The Town Defends Marilyn Manson Booking for 2027 São Paulo Lineup
Organizers of Brazil's The Town festival are standing behind their decision to book Marilyn Manson alongside Slipknot for September 2027.
September 29, 20262 min read
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La Roux Maps Out 2027 Headline Tour Across North America, Europe and the UK
Elly Jackson will support her fourth studio album Old Flames with an extensive headlining tour across three continents in early 2027.
September 29, 20263 min read
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Roger and Harry Waters Unveil Legacy Tour Celebrating Pink Floyd
Roger Waters and his son Harry are launching Legacy, an expansive touring production taking Pink Floyd's 1970s material across more than 100 cities.
September 29, 20263 min read
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Foo Fighters Step Up to Support AC/DC Again at Rescheduled MetLife Stadium Date
Dave Grohl and company will reunite with AC/DC in New Jersey this week after severe weather pushed back the East Rutherford stop on the Power Up tour.
September 29, 20262 min read
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Father John Misty Releases The X-panded Universe and Details December Tour
Josh Tillman has shared his third single of the year, The X-panded Universe, while announcing a winter run across the western United States with Damien Jurado.
September 29, 20263 min read
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Margot Perkinson Brings a Classic Country Feel to Something More
At just 16 years old, North Carolina singer and songwriter Margot Perkinson makes a striking introduction with Something More, a heartfelt country song about wanting a relationshi…
September 29, 20261 min read
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Pixies Team Up with Eddie Vedder for Beachside Performance of Wave Of Mutilation
Eddie Vedder joined Pixies onstage at Ohana Festival in California, sharing vocals on Wave Of Mutilation during a sixteen-song beachside set.
September 29, 20262 min read
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After Trace Their Sunkissed Debut to Maximalist Films and Millennium Trip-Pop
Justine Dorsey and Graham Epstein pair a quiet ambient playlist with thoughts on Y2K nostalgia and the visual world behind their debut album.
September 29, 20262 min read
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Amelia Dimoldenberg Takes Aim at Ed Sheeran on SNL UK After Tour Fallout
Amelia Dimoldenberg targeted Ed Sheeran in her SNL UK monologue as satire continues to mount over the singer's troubled Loop stadium tour.
September 29, 20263 min read
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Taylor Swift Unveils Gothic 'Patient Zero' Video and Makes VMA History
Taylor Swift premiered her self-directed video for 'Patient Zero' at the VMAs, starring Colin Farrell and Dakota Johnson, before becoming the ceremony's most decorated artist.
September 29, 20263 min read
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Michelle Branch Launches Sold-Out Retrospective Tour at The Showbox
Michelle Branch opened her Everywhere and Back Again Tour at The Showbox in Seattle, delivering a 21-song set celebrating 25 years of music.
September 29, 20262 min read
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George Michael Honored at the VMAs With All-Star Medley and Archival Film Announcement
A lineup featuring RAYE, Sombr, Teddy Swims, and Adam Lambert gathered at the VMAs to mark ten years since George Michael's passing, previewing restored 1988 concert footage.
September 28, 20262 min read
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Bono Discusses Rosalía Tribute on Upcoming U2 Album Carnaval De Luz
Bono has revealed the long backstory behind The Mirror Maker (Rosalía), an acoustic tribute appearing on U2's sixteenth studio record.
September 28, 20263 min read
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Taylor Swift Dedicates VMA Video of the Year to Dolly Parton and Breaks Ceremony Record
Taylor Swift dedicated her Video of the Year win to the late Dolly Parton at the MTV VMAs, capping a record night where she became the most awarded artist in the history of the show.
September 28, 20263 min read
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Nirvana Video Vanguard Acceptance at the 2026 VMAs Centers on Authenticity
Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic, and Pat Smear reunited at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards to accept the Video Vanguard honor, reflecting on Kurt Cobain and the band's enduring catalog.
September 28, 20262 min read
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Rachel Chinouriri Balances Eras With Two-Song Showcase on Saturday Night Live UK
Rachel Chinouriri took to Saturday Night Live UK to perform her breakthrough track alongside an early look at her upcoming second record.
September 27, 20263 min read
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Jack Rooke Is Writing a Comedy Drama About the Spice Girls
Big Boys creator Jack Rooke has penned a script for a Spice Girls biopic, describing the project as an overdue comedy romp.
September 27, 20263 min read
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Chuck Varga, GWAR Co-Founder and The Sexecutioner, Dies at 68
Chuck Varga, the visual artist and performer who co-founded Slave Pit Studios and portrayed The Sexecutioner in GWAR, has died at 68 following a battle with cancer.
September 27, 20263 min read
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The 1975's New Album Is Almost Done, Matty Healy Confirms
Appearing via video at a charity night in North Shields, Matty Healy offered an update on the progress of The 1975's forthcoming studio material.
September 26, 20263 min read
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Tom Ogden Joins Niall Horan in Manchester for Surprise Performance of Charlemagne
Niall Horan welcomed Blossoms singer Tom Ogden to the Co-op Live stage in Manchester for an unexpected rendition of 'Charlemagne' during his arena tour.
September 26, 20263 min read
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U2 Mark 50 Years Together With Dublin School Return and Grafton Street Pop-Up
U2 celebrated their 50th anniversary with a return to Mount Temple Comprehensive and an impromptu balcony performance on Dublin's Grafton Street.
September 26, 20263 min read
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Jay-Z Accuser Fully Recants Sexual Assault Allegations in Sworn Court Filing
The woman who accused Jay-Z of sexual assault has completely retracted her claims in Manhattan federal court, confirming under oath that she has never met the rapper.
September 26, 20263 min read
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Blink-182 Mark 25 Years of Take Off Your Pants And Jacket With a Retro Pac-Man Browser Game
A playable arcade game, vintage website layout, and expanded b-sides lead Blink-182's celebrations for their 2001 record ahead of next summer's European dates.
September 26, 20262 min read
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Jarvis Cocker on Pulp's New Film, Fresh Beginnings, and 48 Years of Unorthodox Chemistry
Jarvis Cocker reflects on Pulp's concert documentary What Do You Do For An Encore, the release of More, and how working within limitations shaped the band.
September 25, 20263 min read
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Todd Rundgren Calls Taylor Swift the Apotheosis of Mediocrity
Veteran producer Todd Rundgren sparked intense backlash from pop fans after claiming Taylor Swift has ruined music.
September 25, 20262 min read
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Lin-Manuel Miranda Compiles a Decade of Hamilton Across Multi-Disc Box Set
A decade after its Broadway debut, Hamilton receives an archival retrospective across seven vinyl records and five CDs.
September 25, 20262 min read
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Anika Nilles Recovers Instantly After Dropping a Stick on Rush's 'Tom Sawyer'
During a stop on Rush's Fifty Something tour in San Antonio, drummer Anika Nilles lost her stick in the middle of rock's most famous drum fill, recovering before the song could slip.
September 25, 20262 min read
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Madonna and Charli XCX Revisit Their Dance Roots on Danceteria Afterhours
Madonna brings in Charli XCX for Danceteria Afterhours, a layered revision of the Confessions II highlight that links eighties Manhattan to modern club history.
September 25, 20263 min read
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Taylor Swift Expands Her Showgirl Era With Four New Recordings
Taylor Swift has released The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore, adding four brand-new tracks created after the original 2025 album sessions.
September 25, 20262 min read
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U2 Outline Sixteenth Album Carnaval De Luz and Release Lead Single Silencio
Marking fifty years since their formation, U2 have confirmed their first album of fresh material in nine years, featuring Dolly Parton, Brian Eno, and Daniel Lanois.
September 25, 20263 min read
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The Prodigy Mark 30 Years of Breathe With Dedicated 12-Inch Vinyl Reissue
The Prodigy are celebrating three decades of their chart-topping single Breathe with a new four-track 12-inch vinyl pressing through XL Recordings.
September 24, 20262 min read
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Macklemore Books European Arena Tour Following Ed Sheeran Tour Dismissal
Dropped from Ed Sheeran's stadium dates after speaking on stage about Gaza, Macklemore has arranged benefit arena shows in Dublin, Paris, and London.
September 24, 20263 min read
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First Look at Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath Villa Park Farewell Film
A new trailer offers a preview of Back To The Beginning, the concert film documenting Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath's historic final performance in Birmingham.
September 24, 20263 min read
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Jonny Greenwood Reflects on Guitar Technique and Early Radiohead Doubts
Jonny Greenwood has opened up about his evolving relationship with the guitar, revealing how early self-doubt gave way to a daily obsession.
September 24, 20262 min read
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Boys Noize Outlines New Album 7LLVSION and Shares Lead Single 1+1+1
Boys Noize will release 7LLVSION, his first album in five years, on November 6th via Ones and Zeros, previewed by the lead single 1+1+1 featuring ZEP.
September 24, 20262 min read
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Rex Orange County Opens the Studio Doors on Dream Fatigue
Alexander O’Connor moves away from solitary songwriting on his upcoming record Dream Fatigue, bringing in Mustafa, Dev Hynes, and Brendan Yates.
September 24, 20262 min read
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Greta Thunberg Criticizes Ed Sheeran Following Gaza Tour Controversy
Greta Thunberg has spoken out against Ed Sheeran following the singer's recent remarks on Palestine and the removal of Macklemore from his tour.
September 24, 20263 min read
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Festival Attendee Left Paralysed After Falling Man Collapses Tree Limb at Louder Than Life
A concertgoer sustained a severed spinal cord when an individual fell from an overhead tree branch during Knocked Loose's festival set in Louisville.
September 24, 20263 min read
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Ozzfest Confirms US and UK Revival for 2027
Ozzfest will officially return to both the US and the UK in 2027, marking the heavy music festival's first American staging in nearly a decade.
September 24, 20263 min read
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Taylor Swift Teases Next Move With Impending Single Patient Zero
Taylor Swift will release her new single Patient Zero this Friday, prompting debate over whether the track marks an encore to The Life Of A Showgirl or the start of a new chapter.
September 24, 20263 min read
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Taylor Swift Extends The Life Of A Showgirl With Four New Tracks on The Encore
A celebratory trip to Sweden turned into an impromptu studio session, resulting in four new recordings with Max Martin and Shellback.
September 23, 20263 min read
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Michael Kiwanuka Details Stroke Recovery and Announces New Album FUDGE
Following the sudden cancellation of his summer tour dates, Michael Kiwanuka reveals he suffered a stroke and announces his upcoming studio album FUDGE.
September 23, 20262 min read
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Sombr Rebuffs Nepo Baby Speculation Over Family Charity Work
Shane Boose rejects claims that family influence jump-started his career, citing his parents' public health work in HIV and AIDS prevention.
September 23, 20263 min read
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OutKast Take Legal Action Against Silas Wilson Over Ovrkast Moniker
Big Boi and André 3000 claim in a federal filing that the producer and rapper knowingly uses a name that confuses listeners and infringes on their trademark.
September 23, 20262 min read
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Oasis Expand Live 27 Stadium Run With Additional Shows Across Europe and the UK
Following high demand for their 2027 stadium tour, Oasis have added extra nights at Knebworth, Munich, and Rome, while revising ticketing rules to lock prices.
September 23, 20262 min read
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Tomora Announce Celebration EP and Detail Global Tour Dates
Tomora, the collaborative project from Aurora and Tom Rowlands, have detailed their upcoming EP Celebration, shared the title track, and outlined international tour dates.
September 23, 20262 min read
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Man/Woman/Chainsaw Plot May 2027 UK Tour Following Autumn Sellouts
South London art-punk outfit Man/Woman/Chainsaw have mapped out their largest UK headline tour to date for May 2027 after selling out their autumn dates.
September 23, 20262 min read
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Modern English Laugh Off The Strokes Borrowing From I Melt With You
Modern English frontman Robbie Grey and bassist Michael Conroy have pointed out that The Strokes lifted heavily from their 1982 classic for the single Bad Decisions.
September 23, 20262 min read
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Tom Morello Details Solo Rock Record with Kneecap and Serj Tankian
Tom Morello has detailed his upcoming solo rock album Everyone Gets Everything They Want, featuring Kneecap, Serj Tankian, and riffs penned by his teenage son.
September 23, 20263 min read
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Andy Burrows Returns to Solo Work With Map Of The World
Razorlight drummer Andy Burrows has detailed his first solo record in seven years, previewed by the seventies-tinted single Nothing Matters Anyway.
September 22, 20262 min read
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Patrick Wolf Plans Full Orchestral Performance of The Magic Position in London
Patrick Wolf will celebrate twenty years of The Magic Position with a one-off orchestral show at London's O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire on February 26, 2027.
September 22, 20262 min read
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DragonForce Announce Self-Titled Album Featuring Alissa White-Gluz, Share Single Hunger of the Beast
DragonForce will release a self-titled record on March 19th through Napalm Records, introducing co-vocalist Alissa White-Gluz on their lead single, Hunger of the Beast.
September 22, 20262 min read
New Releases
soft siren Preview Debut Album 4AM With Dreamy New Single Feeling Down
Los Angeles dream-pop band soft siren are heading toward the release of their debut album with Feeling Down, a hazy new track that blends ethereal vocals, gritty guitars and a str…
September 22, 20261 min read
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Charlotte Church Criticises Ed Sheeran Over Removal of Macklemore From Tour
During a Cardiff concert, Charlotte Church accused Ed Sheeran of choosing commercial safety over moral conviction after he removed Macklemore from his tour.
September 22, 20263 min read
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Apple Unveils Apple Music Hall, a 600-Capacity Venue at Battersea Power Station
Apple has opened Apple Music Hall, a custom 600-capacity live room and broadcast production hub inside London's Battersea Power Station.
September 22, 20262 min read
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BLACKPINK's Lisa Partners With PlayStation on Limited DualSense Controller
Lisa has collaborated with Sony on a limited edition PS5 controller and merchandise collection ahead of her upcoming solo EP.
September 22, 20263 min read
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Tom Morello Expands Power To The People Lineup With Geezer Butler, Scott Ian, and Mike McCready
Tom Morello has added Geezer Butler, Scott Ian, and Mike McCready to the lineup for his Power To The People benefit festival in Maryland this October.
September 22, 20263 min read
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Steven Wilson Strips Away Digital Polish for Requiem For A Village
Steven Wilson will release his ninth solo record Requiem For A Village this November, turning away from modern studio corrections in favor of analogue grit, rough edges, and guest narration.
September 22, 20263 min read
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Matt Bellamy Explains Why Muse Surrendered Their Social Handles to Meta AI
Following a quiet change to their social media handles, Matt Bellamy explained how a direct conversation with Mark Zuckerberg led to a trademark agreement over the Muse name.
September 22, 20262 min read
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Rise Against Enter the Spotify Billions Club with Savior
Rise Against have earned their first track with over one billion Spotify streams, as 2008 single Savior joins the platform's Billions Club.
September 22, 20263 min read
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Ed Sheeran and Robert Kraft Satirised on SNL UK Over Tour Controversy
Saturday Night Live UK took aim at Ed Sheeran for fence-sitting after Macklemore was fired from his Loop tour over a Free Palestine speech.
September 21, 20263 min read
Reviews
Green & Granstrom Bring Swedish Songwriting to a Wider Audience With Only Summer
Green & Granstrom bring a Scandinavian songwriting connection to an English-language pop-rock audience with Only Summer, a collaboration built around melody, warm vocals and a…
September 21, 20261 min read
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Bob Geldof Defends Ed Sheeran While Praising Macklemore Over Tour Controversy
Bob Geldof has weighed in on the Loop tour row, standing up for Ed Sheeran while praising Macklemore for walking away on principle.
September 21, 20263 min read
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Placebo Schedule 2027 Latin American Tour Marking 30 Years and Early Records
Placebo will mark their 30th anniversary with a 10-date tour across Latin America in early 2027, focusing exclusively on their first two studio albums.
September 21, 20262 min read
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Mariah Carey Schedules British Arena Dates for 2026 Christmastime Tour
Mariah Carey will bring her holiday catalogue back to the UK and Malta in late 2026, confirming arena stops in Birmingham, London, and Manchester alongside a Mediterranean date.
September 21, 20263 min read
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Metallica Add 2027 North American Stadium Shows With Limp Bizkit and Avatar
Metallica will extend their sprawling M72 world tour into 2027, bringing Limp Bizkit and Avatar along for twelve stadium stops across North America.
September 21, 20263 min read
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Ed Sheeran Scraps Stadium B-Stage in Philadelphia Over Audience Safety Concerns
Following a week of cancellations and band walkouts, Ed Sheeran removed his secondary stage in Philadelphia, admitting he feared being targeted in the crowd.
September 20, 20262 min read
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Ed Sheeran Takes the Stage Alone in Philadelphia and Apologizes After Tour Turmoil
Performing without a band or opening acts, Ed Sheeran addressed the fallout from Macklemore being dropped from the Loop tour and admitted he almost quit music.
September 20, 20263 min read
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Nicki Minaj Doubles Down on Support for Donald Trump and Dismisses Critics
Appearing on Fox News, Nicki Minaj praised Donald Trump as grounded and relatable, maintaining that she has nothing to say to those criticizing her political stance.
September 20, 20263 min read
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Papa Roach Cancel Louder Than Life Appearance Following Medical Emergency for Tobin Esperance
Papa Roach have called off their appearance at Louisville's Louder Than Life after bassist Tobin Esperance required sudden medical care.
September 19, 20262 min read
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Jamie T Tackles Self-Doubt and British Pop Icons on New Single Tallahassee
Sampling Leif Vollebekk, Jamie T offers a candid, self-deprecating mirror check on Tallahassee, the latest preview from his upcoming album Ghosts (100 Days Of Morning).
September 19, 20262 min read
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Dolly Parton Honored Posthumously at Americana Honors and Awards
Dolly Parton appeared via pre-recorded video at the Americana Honors and Awards to accept a Lifetime Achievement Award following her recent passing.
September 19, 20262 min read
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Damon Albarn Tells Orlando Crowd to Take a Stand as Gorillaz Launch US Tour
Kicking off Gorillaz's North American dates at the Kia Center, Damon Albarn raised a Palestinian flag and urged the audience to reject neutrality.
September 19, 20263 min read
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Rosalía Closes the LUX Tour in Miami with Ayo Edebiri and a Tearful Farewell
After nearly 60 dates on the road, Rosalía concluded her LUX Tour at Miami's Kaseya, joined by Ayo Edebiri for one final confessional segment.
September 19, 20262 min read
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Hayley Williams Brings Back Airplanes at Forest Hills Stadium with Rico Nasty
Hayley Williams reached back to 2010 during her Forest Hills Stadium show on Wednesday, inviting opener Rico Nasty to the stage for a rare performance of Airplanes.
September 18, 20262 min read
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Brandy Clark Announces New Album the bird, Shares Woody Guthrie-Inspired Single American Roots
Brandy Clark will release her new album the bird in January 2027 on Reprise Records, launched by the lead single American Roots and an upcoming tour.
September 18, 20262 min read
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Justin Bieber Secures Another Spotify Billions Club Entry With Daisies
Justin Bieber has added another milestone to his catalog as Daisies, a standout track from his SWAG era, crosses one billion streams on Spotify.
September 18, 20262 min read
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skuzland Step Into the Open with Debut EP OTW
Jazzelle and Robot MoonJuice unite as skuzland to release their self-written debut EP OTW on Republic Records.
September 18, 20263 min read
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Michel Bussi Novel Code Yesterday Reimagines Beatles Catalogue as Written by a French Woman
In his new thriller Code Yesterday, French author Michel Bussi imagines an alternate pop history where the Beatles catalogue was secretly written by a woman.
September 18, 20262 min read
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Abel Tesfaye Clarifies Future of The Weeknd and Rejects Retirement Talk
Abel Tesfaye has confirmed he has no plans to retire The Weeknd persona, explaining that his recent break is a hibernation rather than a permanent exit.
September 18, 20263 min read
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Beck on the Fluke of His Early Hits, Digging for Songs, and the Lonesome Side of His Craft
Reflecting on four decades of making music, Beck considers why quiet introspection comes more naturally than party anthems, and why he keeps digging in the songwriting mine.
September 18, 20262 min read
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Ruby Gill Previews New Record With Latest Single Jamie
Melbourne songwriter Ruby Gill continues her run of detailed character studies with Jamie, the latest preview of her upcoming project Fishing is not about fishing.
September 18, 20262 min read
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Hayley Williams Backs Ousted Ed Sheeran Openers on Her Tour Playlist
Hayley Williams turned her pre-show music at Forest Hills Stadium into a pointed show of support for the artists who walked away from Ed Sheeran's tour.
September 18, 20263 min read
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Shakira and Maluma Reconnect for Classical Merengue Collaboration AGUA
Shakira and Maluma reunite for the first time in eight years on AGUA, a rhythm-heavy merengue single built on traditional tropical percussion.
September 18, 20262 min read
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PeelingFlesh Announce Self-Titled Album and Share Murderous Intent Featuring Mike Ryan
Oklahoma City slam heavyweights PeelingFlesh have announced their new self-titled album alongside a crushing single featuring Missing Link vocalist Mike Ryan.
September 17, 20262 min read
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Dummy Share Opening Tracks April Limousine and Alluvial Fan Ahead of New LP
Los Angeles electronic rock outfit Dummy preview their upcoming album by releasing its first two tracks, April Limousine and Alluvial Fan.
September 17, 20262 min read
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New Radicals Announce New Album Maybe You've Been Brainwashed TWO
Gregg Alexander has confirmed that New Radicals are following up their 1998 debut with a brand new studio album, Maybe You've Been Brainwashed TWO.
September 17, 20262 min read
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Jimmy Eat World Pause Tour as Jim Adkins Recovers From Eye Surgery
Jimmy Eat World have cancelled upcoming festival slots after frontman Jim Adkins underwent emergency surgery for a detached retina.
September 17, 20263 min read
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Punk Heavyweights Unite for Mike Roche Benefit Show in Southern California
The Offspring, Pennywise, Circle Jerks, and more will perform November 7th in Garden Grove to support T.S.O.L. bassist Mike Roche.
September 17, 20262 min read
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Anxious Share New Single Secret Weapon During Tour
Connecticut emo band Anxious have released Secret Weapon, a gritty and melodic track dropped during their national run alongside Citizen and Hotline TNT.
September 17, 20262 min read
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John Talabot Returns With New Album Music For Empty Stadiums, Shares Nokik Messiah
Catalan producer John Talabot will release Music For Empty Stadiums this fall, previewing his first full solo album in over a decade with Nokik Messiah.
September 17, 20262 min read
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Song People Share The Cone Ahead of New Record Tho I Seem Tame
Philadelphia band Song People have released The Cone, the second preview from their upcoming full-length album Tho I Seem Tame.
September 17, 20262 min read
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Anderson .Paak and Cordae Announce Joint Album 'Heavy Is The Crown' With New Single 'A Good Day'
Anderson .Paak and Cordae reveal their collaborative album Heavy Is The Crown, led by the Bill Withers-sampling single "A Good Day."
September 16, 20262 min read
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Massive Attack, Garbage, and Roger Waters Criticize Ed Sheeran Over Macklemore Tour Exit
Massive Attack, Garbage, and Roger Waters have called out Ed Sheeran after Macklemore was pulled from his tour following pressure from stadium owners.
September 16, 20262 min read
New Releases
Taylor Swift Returns to the Top of Country Radio With “I Knew It, I Knew You”
Taylor Swift has returned to the top of country radio. “I Knew It, I Knew You,” her original song written for Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5, has reached No. 1 on U.S. country rad…
September 15, 20264 min read
New Releases
TIDES Make Their Full-Length Debut With How To Survive A Fall
Jacksonville, Florida's TIDES have officially arrived with their first full-length album. How To Survive A Fall, released September 15 through A.D.D. Records in the United States…
September 15, 20264 min read
New Releases
Buddy Miller Returns With His First Solo Album in 15 Years
Buddy Miller has returned to the center of his own story. On September 11, the Nashville songwriter, guitarist and producer released Buddy Miller, his first solo album in 15 years…
September 14, 20264 min read
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Justin Bieber Marks Eight Years of Marriage to Hailey With a Look Toward the Future
Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber are marking eight years of marriage, with the pop star celebrating the anniversary by looking ahead to what he calls “new beginnings.” Bieber share…
September 14, 20263 min read
Interviews
SOPHIA SIGMA: “I DON’T JUST USE MUSIC TO MAKE PEOPLE DANCE”
Sophia Sigma’s musical journey has taken her through worlds that might seem very different at first: classical opera, metal, symphonic metal, punk, rock, and underground techno. Y…
September 14, 20264 min read
Music News
Celine Dion Returns to the Stage for First Full Concert in Six Years
Celine Dion is back on stage. On September 12, the singer opened her long-awaited Paris residency, performing her first full concert in six years in front of a sold-out audience.…
September 12, 20263 min read
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Quavo Sets October Release for Pharrell-Produced Album Qrömelife
Quavo has finally put a date on his next solo album. Qrömelife will arrive October 2 through Quality Control and Motown, with Pharrell Williams serving as executive producer. The…
September 12, 20263 min read
Discover
Universal Music Group and ElevenLabs Strike Deal to Build a Licensed AI Music Platform
Universal Music Group and ElevenLabs are taking another step toward bringing generative artificial intelligence into the mainstream music business. The two companies announced a m…
September 11, 20264 min read
Reviews
M(h)aol Turn Beauty Standards Into a Sharp “Scam Manifesto”
M(h)aol have never been particularly interested in making music that sits quietly in the background, and “Scam Manifesto” is another example of the Irish band's ability to turn an…
September 11, 20263 min read
Reviews
Zach Stephenson Steps Outside Hockey Dad With “In N Out”
Zach Stephenson is stepping away from the familiar world of Hockey Dad for his first solo release, and “In N Out” immediately makes it clear that this project is going to show a d…
September 11, 20263 min read
Shindig
Suno Launches New V6 AI Music Models With Warner Music and BMG
Artificial intelligence has changed the way people think about making music. Not long ago, creating a finished song generally meant having access to instruments, recording equipme…
September 2, 202610 min read
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Fontaines D.C. Announce Fifth Album Dopamine Chamber
Fontaines D.C. have announced their fifth studio album, Dopamine Chamber, marking the next stage in the Irish band's increasingly ambitious career. The announcement arrived on Aug…
August 18, 20263 min read
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Iron Maiden's Senjutsu Makes a Strong UK Chart Debut
Iron Maiden returned in September 2021 with Senjutsu, their 17th studio album and their first full-length record since 2015's The Book of Souls. The album was released on Septembe…
September 11, 20211 min read
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Mastodon Announce New Album and Share "Pushing the Tides"
Mastodon announced their new album Hushed and Grim in September 2021, with the record scheduled for release on October 29 through Reprise Records. Alongside the announcement, the…
September 11, 20211 min read