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Lola Young shares new single ‘One Thing’ with video by Dave Meyers
Lola Young releases ‘One Thing’, a playful and layered new single with a Dave Meyers-directed video.

Wolf Alice return with ‘Bloom Baby Bloom’ and announce fourth album The Clearing
Wolf Alice return with new single ‘Bloom Baby Bloom’ and confirm fourth album The Clearing.

Florentenes release punchy new EP Homegrown
Manchester indie band Florentenes share HOMEGROWN, a four-track EP shaped by live energy and studio ambition.

Billie Marten shares new single ‘Swing’ ahead of fifth album Dog Eared
Billie Marten releases ‘Swing’, a buoyant new track from upcoming album Dog Eared, out 18th July.
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When Jim Morrison was arrested on stage for inciting a riot
In 1967, Jim Morrison’s arrest during a live performance marked a pivotal moment in rock history, challenging authority and cultural norms.

Inside David Bowie’s other life as a neo-expressionist painter
On the eighth anniversary of the chameleonic musician’s death, we’ve delved into his other life as a celebrated neo-expressionist painter.

Disorder! | When a Joy Division gig became a riot
The 1980 Joy Division concert in Derby Hall spiralled into chaos, marking a pivotal yet tragic moment in punk history, overshadowed by Ian Curtis’s personal crisis.
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Record Store Day 2025: The vinyl releases you can’t miss, from Liam Gallagher to The Rolling Stones
From Sam Fender’s exclusive EP to Liam Gallagher’s acoustic classics, here’s your essential guide to the best Record Store Day 2025 vinyl releases.

How long should a gig really be?
As concerts grow longer and ticket prices soar, is value for money distorting what live performance should be?

R.E.M., The Smiths, Nirvana – who might reunite next?
If Oasis is possible, is anyone off the table? Here are the reunions we’d love to see next.

Why, 20 years later, Dig! is still the ultimate music doc
As Dig! returns to cinemas, we revisit the chaos, creativity and collapse at the heart of a cult classic.

Overwhelmed? A guide to music’s most daunting discographies
Some bands release albums faster than you can listen to them. Here’s how to navigate the most overwhelming discographies in music history.

Why Spotify’s AI DJ will NEVER replace real DJs
AI is creeping into the DJ booth, but does Spotify’s AI DJ offer anything new? Or is it just another form of playlist curation in disguise?

Courting’s Ultimate Touring Survival Guide
Courting reveal their five essential survival tips for life on tour, plus their ultimate packing list.

Heroes and Villains of 2024: Music’s Dizzying Highs and Tragic Lows
From Charli XCX setting trends to Dave Grohl shocking fans, 2024 proved unforgettable. Here’s a look at who reigned and who fell short in the music world.