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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Idris Elba's call to action | Actor shares new single 'Knives Down' in bid to end violence
Idris Elba steps into the music scene with a cause, sharing 'Knives Down', a song that calls for an end to brutal youth violence.
Oxford's sibling duo Bad Sounds drop sprightly new single 'On The Ropes'
Ewen and Callum Merrett, known as Bad Sounds, kick off an exciting new year with their latest single 'On The Ropes', offering a spring-like vibe.
Summer 2024's UK Music Festivals | A Complete Guide from Country 2 Country to Glastonbury
Get ready for summer 2024 with our comprehensive guide to the UK's festival scene, featuring the latest on line-ups and ticket details.
Liam Gallagher & John Squire drop their mammoth new single 'Just Another Rainbow'
A match made in rock heaven, Liam Gallagher and John Squire debut their first collaborative single 'Just Another Rainbow'.
The Last Dinner Party share new single 'Caesar On A TV Screen'
The Last Dinner Party, fresh off their BRIT Awards win, release ‘Caesar On A TV Screen’, a theatrical pop anthem with a Shakespearean twist.
Tatyana unveils debut album 'It's Over' with electrifying new single 'Down Bad'
Tatyana is gearing up to drop her debut album, It’s Over, on 22nd March. Known for her rule-bending approach, Tatyana's avant-pop style mixes club v...
From Shoegaze to Zoomer Gaze: the evolution of a Gen Z musical phenomenon
As Gen Z reshapes music consumption, Zoomer Gaze emerges, reflecting their diverse musical tastes and digital upbringing.
Official Singles Chart | Women lead the way in 2023, music's record-breaking year
2023 will be remembered as a landmark year in the music industry, particularly for women artists who dominated the charts like never before. In a...
What is NPC music? And is it necessarily a bad thing?
We take a look into the world of NPC music, a term increasingly used to describe the soulless, ubiquitous tunes of our digital era.
Lime Garden: 'We were 17-year-old girls playing to five old men in a pub, but we’d still say, ‘That was sick!''
"One weekend we’ll be in Switzerland playing for 2000 people, and then on Monday you’ll wake up and you’ve got a 10-hour shift.”
Vinyl Fever: UK record sales hit a high note in 2023
UK vinyl sales soared in 2023, marking an 11.7% increase as music giants like Taylor Swift fuelled the format's modern renaissance.
Why did The Police break up? Inside their acrimonious split
In 1983, off the back of their fifth studio album Synchronicity, The Police achieved their status of ‘the world’s biggest rock band’, scoring a number one album on both sides of the Atlantic. Then they broke up.
The Led Zeppelin song Robert Plant admitted was a 'windup' for Tolkien fans
Despite Led Zeppelin’s musical magnificence, singer Robert Plant hasn’t been able to shake the consistent association with Tolkien’s literature.
The Heroes & Villains of 2023
As the year draws to a close, what better time to reflect on who’s absolutely crushed it over the past twelve months, and who’s suffered their annus horribilis.
Joy (Anonymous) revive Sugababes hit with fresh garage spin
Joy (Anonymous) turns up the heat with their latest release, a garage-inspired rework of Sugababes' hit, ahead of their sold-out UK/EU tour.
The Libertines honour Shane MacGowan with heartfelt 'Fairy Tale Of New York' cover
The Libertines, led by Pete Doherty and Carl Barât, have delivered a touching homage to The Pogues' late frontman Shane MacGowan with their rendition...
Fontaines D.C., Massive Attack, and Young Fathers release single for Gaza relief
"We stand in solidarity with the people of Palestine."
Liam Gallagher and John Squire announce long-awaited single 'Just Another Rainbow'
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher and The Stone Roses' guitar maestro John Squire are joining forces to gift us with 'Just Another Rainbow'....
The Rolling Stones enlist Nicholas Hoult for 'Mess It Up' video
The soon-to-be Lex Luthor stars in The Rolling Stones’ thrilling new music video for ‘Mess It Up’, showcasing their blues-rock essence.
Florence Rose: 'We all share the desire to run to the woods naked, start a fire and chant'
Florence Rose on Goldfrapp, borrowing from Ingmar Bergman, and the primordial urge in all women to run into forests unclothed.
Boygenius cover Shania Twain’s ‘You’re Still The One’
Indie music's powerhouse trio, Boygenius, have given fans a new reason to cherish Shania Twain's timeless hit ‘You’re Still The One’. The group, known...
Liam Gallagher hints at blockbuster collab album with John Squire
"John Squire without a doubt the best guitarist of his generation and in the world in my opinion”.
Vevo showcases Olivia Rodrigo and her raw energy in new performance series
Vevo's latest offering features Rodrigo’s 'All-American Bitch' and 'Get Him Back!', showcasing her undeniable talent and energy.
Keith Richards’ five greatest guitar riffs
On the day The Rolling Stones’ legendary guitarist Keith Richards celebrates his 80th birthday, we’re celebrating his greatest guitar riffs.
The 50 Best Albums of 2023
From the Rolling Stones' groundbreaking comeback to Lil Yachty's astonishing transformation, this year in music offers an eclectic mix of the familiar and the revolutionary.
Courting drop new single ‘Emily G’
Liverpool four-piece Courting have shared new single ‘Emily G’, which is the latest cut from their forthcoming album New Last Name.
Automotion are playing this intimate London gig
Rising rock band Automotion are one of a handful of acts playing at this intimate London gig. Here’s all the details you need to catch them live.
MOBO Awards 2024 | Full list of nominations
The 26th MOBO Awards, the UK's largest celebration of black music, announce nominees for the upcoming Sheffield event.
The Manatees announce headline UK tour for April 2024
Get ready for The Manatees' biggest UK tour yet, supporting their latest EP, 'Different State of Mind', in April 2024.
