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Label: Hideous Mink Records / SO RecordingsReleased: 4th April 2025 Y’s self-titled debut EP is delightfully unhinged; it shouldn’t work but absolutely does. Like a fever dream scored by a jazz band having an existential crisis, ‘Y’ careens through four tracks of gloriously weird experimentation that gradually reveals method within its madness. Opening track ‘Why’ initially feels like…

Label: Lucky NumberReleased: 4th April 2025 Brooklyn quartet Momma’s ‘Welcome to My Blue Sky’ doesn’t just nod to the golden age of alternative rock; it gives it a thoroughly modern makeover – like if The Breeders discovered TikTok but somehow made it work. Opening with the warm analogue embrace of ‘Sincerely’, the album sets off like…

Label: AWALReleased: 4th April 2025 Having already established himself as a psych-rock auteur and alt-pop shapeshifter, Djo’s viral moment arrived with impeccable timing. With a sincerely formidable back catalogue, he offered new listeners plenty to explore but was already deep enough into his next project that any attempt to cater to this newfound attention would be…

Label: Dead OceansReleased: 4th April 2025 Scowl aren’t particularly interested in your hardcore rulebook. The Santa Cruz outfit blindsided everyone in 2021 with ‘How Flowers Grow’, a 15-minute blast of frenetic punk that established them as scene heroes. Now on their second album ‘Are We All Angels’ – and with the backing of indie powerhouse Dead…

Label: Headstack RecordsReleased: 20th March 2025 The term ‘country baroque’ might sound like a contradiction, but on ‘Till the Morning’, Brian D’Addario makes it feel as natural as breathing. The elder Lemon Twigs brother has crafted a debut solo album that walks the tightrope between ornate chamber pop arrangements and earthy American folk with remarkable poise.…

Label: Ninja TuneReleased: 4th April 2025 Britain’s most intrepid experimentalists resurface with a third album that doesn’t just fill the void left by their departed frontman – it opens up glorious new dimensions entirely. The departure of Isaac Wood in 2022 could have been a full stop for Black Country, New Road. Swimming in critical praise…

Radiohead’s Thom Yorke has joined forces with directors Steven Hoggett and Christine Jones for a new theatrical adaptation of Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’, featuring music from the band’s album ‘Hail to the Thief’. ‘Hamlet Hail to the Thief’ will premiere at Factory International, Manchester on 27th April, before transferring to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon on…

Static Dress have released their new single ‘face.’, following up their 2024 track ‘crying.’. The Leeds quartet explore relationship trauma through the metaphor of a car crash, with the track accompanied by a video that merges surrealist and hyperrealist elements. The release comes ahead of Static Dress’s first US headline tour, which begins on 17th…

Hard-Fi are set to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their debut album ‘Stars Of CCTV’ with a special edition release featuring previously unheard material. The British four-piece will release a limited edition yellow gatefold 2-LP vinyl and 2-CD package on 4th July, marking two decades since the record that launched their career. The collection includes…

Obongjayar is set to release his new album ‘Paradise Now’ on 30th May via September Recordings, alongside announcing a UK and European tour for November 2025. The 15-track album features collaborations with producers Kwes Darko, Yeti Beats, and Beach Noise, and includes a guest appearance from Little Simz on ‘Talk Olympics’. The record follows his…

The Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final is set to be broadcast live in cinemas across the UK on 17th May. Over 100 venues nationwide will screen the event live from Basel, Switzerland, where the contest is being held following Nemo’s victory with ‘The Code’ at last year’s competition. This marks Switzerland’s third time hosting the…

Djo has shared new single ‘Potion’ ahead of his forthcoming album ‘The Crux’, set for release on 4th April via AWAL. The track showcases a different direction from his recent BBC Radio 1 playlisted single ‘Basic Being Basic’ and Hottest Record In The World ‘Delete Ya’. “‘Potion’ is like your favorite pair of blue jeans,”…

Michael Clifford of 5 Seconds of Summer has released his debut solo single ‘cool’ via Hopeless Records, alongside announcing his forthcoming solo album ‘SIDEQUEST’. The track, co-produced by Clifford alongside JT Daly and Andrew Goldstein, features co-writing contributions from his 5 Seconds of Summer bandmate Calum Hood. The song explores themes of self-doubt and navigating…

AJ Tracey has announced a series of intimate UK shows titled ‘Not Even A Tour’, ahead of his third studio album ‘Don’t Die Before You’re Dead’. The London rapper’s upcoming performances were determined through fan votes, with cities selected based on supporter submissions through a dedicated sign-up page. The shows will take place in grassroots…

2000trees Festival have announced over 35 new additions to their 2025 line-up, including Hot Milk, Twin Atlantic, Press Club, and Frank Turner. Hot Milk are set to return as Wednesday night headliners following their performance last year. “Last year we headlined and it went off, it felt so special. We wanted to come back and…

Little Simz has announced her biggest live shows to date, with two UK arena performances scheduled for October. The Mercury Prize-winning artist will perform at Manchester’s Co-op Live and London’s The O2 in support of her upcoming sixth studio album ‘Lotus’, set for release on 6th June via AWAL Recordings. The new album features recently…

The Beaches have announced their third studio album ‘No Hard Feelings’, set for release on 29th August via AWAL, alongside sharing new single ‘Last Girls at the Party’. The Canadian alt-rock group’s new album spans eleven tracks, including previously released singles and new offerings such as ‘Touch Myself’, ‘Lesbian of the Year’, and ‘Did I…

Irish duo Greywind have released their new single ‘Acid Rain’, marking their first release through FLG. The brother-sister pair, consisting of Steph and Paul O’Sullivan, have crafted what they describe as a cinematic emo anthem. “This song is about being in a toxic situation and feeling like everything is crashing down around you, which we…

The Wombats are set to headline a special outdoor show at Englefield House, Berkshire, joined by Doves, Hard-Fi, and Alfie Templeman on 17th July. The event, part of Heritage Live Festival‘s 2025 summer programme, brings together a collection of names from British indie; The Wombats arrive following the release of their sixth studio album ‘Oh!…

End Of The Road Festival have announced their third wave of acts for 2025, with Squid, For Those I Love, and Rob Auton & JFAbraham among the new additions to the lineup. The latest names join previously announced headliners Caribou, Father John Misty, Self Esteem, and Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory at Larmer…

The Great Escape have announced more than 175 additional artists for their 2025 festival line-up. The festival, taking place in Brighton from 14th – 17th May, will now feature over 450 acts performing across 35 venues. British rock band Skunk Anansie are set to headline The Independent Stage at The Old Market on 16th May,…

girlpuppy has announced a series of UK tour dates this May, including shows at The Lower Third in London and The Great Escape in Brighton. The Atlanta-based musician, also known as Becca Harvey, released her second full-length album ‘Sweetness’ on 28th March via Captured Tracks. The album explores themes of grief, transformation, and growth following…

Wet Leg have announced their second album ‘moisturizer’, set for release on 11th July, alongside sharing new single ‘catch these fists’. The Isle of Wight five-piece, founded by Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers and completed by Ellis Durand, Henry Holmes, and Joshua Mobaraki, recorded the album with producer Dan Carey. The new record marks the…

Skrillex has released a new 34-track album titled ‘F*CK U SKRILLEX YOU THINK UR ANDY WARHOL BUT UR NOT!! <3’ via OWSLA/Atlantic Records. The album marks Skrillex’s final release with the label after a 15-year partnership that saw him establish himself as a prominent figure in electronic music. The release follows his return performance at…

Sum 41 have released their final music video for ‘Radio Silence’ via Rise Records, marking the end of their 29-year career. The release follows the band’s recent induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and their final performance at the 54th Annual JUNO Awards in Vancouver. During the awards ceremony, they delivered a medley…

Gracie Abrams has released a new live version of ‘Death Wish’, recorded during her recent performance at London’s O2 Arena. The GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter captured the previously unreleased track during the European leg of The Secret of Us Tour earlier this month. The release arrives alongside an official lyric video. Abrams is currently in the midst…

Blossoms have shared new single ‘The Honeymoon’, taken from the forthcoming deluxe edition of their latest album ‘Gary’. The track arrives ahead of ‘Gary Deluxe’, which will be released digitally on 9th May. The expanded version of their fifth studio album will include the original record alongside recent single ‘Mariah Carey Through Death Valley’, with…

Roskilde Festival have announced 20 new additions to their 2025 lineup, including Charli xcx, Tyla, and Africa Express. The Danish festival’s latest announcement sees Charli set to perform on the iconic Orange Stage, returning after her appearance on the festival’s second-largest stage last year. “Charli XCX is one of the most vital voices in pop…

London post-punk group Alien Chicks have shared their new single ‘Mr Muscle’, taken from their upcoming EP ‘Forbidden Fruit’. The track serves as the third single to be lifted from the EP, following previous releases ‘Donkeyhead’ and ‘Babe’. The new EP is set to arrive on 9th May via Hideous Mink Records and SO Recordings.…

Y have shared new single ‘Ladies Who’, the third track to be revealed from their upcoming self-titled debut EP ‘Y’. The London-based group, which features members associated with Fat White Family, Meatraffle and Pregoblin, was founded by Adam Brennan and Sophie Coppin. The pair developed their distinctive sound by combining their shared musical interests with…

Edinburgh duo No Windows have unveiled their latest single ‘Easter Island’, taken from their upcoming EP ‘The Great Traitor’, set for release via Fat Possum Records on 9th May. The track marks the first time the band have written a duet to be sung from start to finish, featuring acoustic arrangements with piano, vibraphone and…

King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard have announced a series of European and UK shows combining both orchestral performances and rave sets across October and November. The Australian band are set to bring their 2025 Phantom Island Orchestral Tour to several prestigious venues, including London’s Royal Albert Hall where they will perform with The Covent…

The Beatles’ story is set to be told across four separate films, with Sam Mendes directing the ambitious project slated for release in 2028. Sony Pictures have announced the cast for the upcoming series, with Harris Dickinson taking on the role of John Lennon, Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Barry Keoghan portraying Ringo Starr, and…

TOMORROW X TOGETHER often refer to themselves as the rock stars of K-pop. Tonight at The O2, they spend nearly three hours trying to prove it.  It’s the group’s first ever performance in the UK – which considering how many K-pop groups have made it over here in recent years, and that TXT are signed…

Public Image Ltd have been announced as the first headliner for Rockaway Beach 2026, set to take place at Butlin’s Bognor Regis from 2nd to 4th January. The festival’s first wave of acts also includes Dry Cleaning (pictured) and The Moonlandingz, alongside Baggio, Bruise Control, Ellur, The Members, Spielmann, TV Smith, We Hate You Please…

Wide Awake have announced Fat Dog and BDRMM among the latest additions to their 2025 lineup, set to take place on 23rd May. Also joining are LA electronic duo deBasement, Irish hip-hop artist Curtisy, experimental electronic artist 3L3D3P and London’s RIP Magic. The new names will perform alongside previously announced headliners Kneecap, CMAT and English…

BABYMETAL have announced their new album ‘METAL FORTH’, set for release on 13th June via Capitol Records. The Japanese metal band’s latest work features collaborations with several artists, including Poppy, Spiritbox, Tom Morello, Bloodywood, Polyphia, and Slaughter to Prevail. The album will also include their streaming hit ‘RATATATA’ with Electric Callboy. Their next single, ‘from…

Momma have shared new single ‘Rodeo’ ahead of their album ‘Welcome to My Blue Sky’, set for release via Lucky Number and Polyvinyl this Friday, 4th April. The track arrives with a video directed by Richard Phillip Smith, featuring the band on an ice rink. “This song is written from the perspective of two people…

Refused have announced their final European and UK tour dates, marking the end of their career with a series of farewell shows across multiple countries. The Swedish hardcore punk band, who formed in 1991, will embark on their last run of headline performances throughout Germany, France, Switzerland, the UK, and Ireland. The tour follows their…

Heist or Hit have announced a new charity partnership with Manchester-based educational organisation Music Evermore, focusing on providing free and subsidised music tuition across the city. Music Evermore works throughout Manchester offering children and young people access to free and subsidised music education, including workshops, one-to-one instrument tuition, school music classes, and holiday clubs. The…

Kali Uchis has shared a new single titled ‘Sunshine & Rain’, the first track to be taken from her upcoming fifth studio album ‘Sincerely’. The GRAMMY-winning artist has also released an accompanying video for the track, which arrives following her recent collaborations with JENNIE and Childish Gambino on ‘Damn Right’, and d4vd on ‘Crashing’. Speaking…

Chloe Moriondo has announced a run of UK shows as part of their European tour in support of their latest album ‘oyster’. The six-date run includes performances at venues across the country, following the release of their new record via Public Consumption/Atlantic Records. “Bringing oyster to life live is going to be the most exciting…

Sum 41 have performed their final live show, taking to the stage at Vancouver’s Juno Awards on 30th March. The band delivered a medley of songs spanning their career, including ‘Landmines’ from their latest double album ‘Heaven :x: Hell’, alongside classics ‘Fat Lip’, ‘Still Waiting’, and ‘In Too Deep’. During the ceremony, Sum 41 were…

Deafheaven’s George Clarke pulls no punches. He knows 2021’s ‘Infinite Granite’, which saw the blackgaze trailblazers abandon their black metal forest to swim solely in a pool of shoegaze, split opinion. Roaming around his Los Angeles home, he admits, “the one feeling not present was ‘surprise’.” “I didn’t blame people for being upset with the…

Glasgow’s VLURE have returned with their first new music since 2023’s ‘Heaven Sent’ EP, sharing new single ‘Better Days’. The track, which arrives alongside a video filmed on New Year’s Eve by Emma Ross, explores themes of friendship, community and coming of age in their hometown. The band say: “It’s an ode to friends and…

Noah Kahan has announced the full supporting line-up for his headline show at American Express presents BST Hyde Park this summer. The Grammy-nominated Vermont singer-songwriter will be joined by Gracie Abrams, FINNEAS, Gigi Perez, Paris Paloma, Hazlett, Jo Hill, Sebastian Schub, Sydney Rose, Kevin Atwater, and Lily Fitts at the London event on 4th July.…

“The most exciting art happens when people do new things,” says Camila Cabello. It’s a belief she’s lived by since going solo. Many expected her to follow up the polished, R&B-infused pop of Fifth Harmony with something equally radio-friendly, especially with chart-bothering collabs with Shawn Mendes (‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’) and Machine…

FOLLOW PLAY ON SPOTIFY For South London’s Sam Akpro, his journey from listener to creator unfolded with the same patience that now defines his debut album ‘Evenfall’ – a collection that stands as a testament to the power of letting creativity bloom at its own pace. The initial path led through Kingston University’s biomedical science…

FOLLOW UPSET ON SPOTIFY By now, we’re all familiar with The Darkness. The East Anglian cat-suit-clad glam-rockers have been a part of British music since they broke out with their 2003 debut album ‘Permission To Land’ and its Taylor Swift-doing-karaoke staple, ‘I Believe In A Thing Called Love’. While most of this time has been…

DORK MIXTAPE COVER STORY FOLLOW DORK MIXTAPE ON SPOTIFY Until they released their shimmering comeback single, the bittersweet ‘I Feel Terrible’ last year, it had been a minute since we’d heard from Brighton trio Orchards. “We just wanted to be people for a bit!” exclaims vocalist Lucy Evers.  “Between Orchards and previous bands we’d played…

St. Vincent has released new track ‘DOA’, written and recorded for upcoming A24 film ‘Death of a Unicorn’. The new song, mixed by Cian Riordan, has been created exclusively for the feature film, which stars Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega. The track arrives following a successful start to 2025 for St. Vincent, who recently opened…

Reading’s Are You Listening? Festival has announced the second batch of artists for this year’s event. Joining Sprints, BIG SPECIAL, Benefits, Coach Party, Honeyglaze, Man/Woman/Chainsaw and Alien Chicks will be Master Peace (pictured) and more. The lineup now reads: FridaySPRINTS / MANDRAKE HANDSHAKE / YAANG / TRACKS & GROOVES (DJ) SaturdayBIG SPECIAL  / MASTER PEACE /  ANNA ERHARD / BENEFITS…

Dua Lipa has released a new remix of her double platinum single ‘Physical’ featuring Troye Sivan, celebrating the fifth anniversary of her album ‘Future Nostalgia’. The collaboration emerged after Lipa brought Sivan on stage during one of her Melbourne Rod Laver Arena shows for her Radical Optimism World Tour, where they performed Sivan’s track ‘Rush’.…

Ariana Grande has released ‘eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead’, marking the one-year anniversary of her seventh studio album ‘eternal sunshine’. The release arrives alongside a short film titled ‘brighter days ahead’, which Grande co-wrote and co-directed with Christian Breslauer. The deluxe edition features six additional tracks: ‘twilight zone’, ‘warm’, ‘dandelion’, ‘past life’, and ‘Hampstead’.…

Mahalia has released her new single ‘Different Type Of Love’, featuring dancehall artist Masicka. The track marks another release in her “Luvergirl” era, following recent singles ‘Pressure Points’ featuring Lila Iké and ‘Pick Up The Pace’ featuring Bayka. The new song follows the release of her second album ‘IRL’. “I’ve been waiting for Different Type…

Little Simz have shared new single ‘Free’, the second track to be taken from their upcoming sixth album ‘Lotus’. The new track, which was initially written as a poem, explores themes of love and fear, featuring production from Miles Clinton James. “Love will never judge you because of your pain,” Simz raps over the instrumental.…

Wallows have released their new EP ‘More’, featuring seven tracks produced by John Congleton. The EP arrives alongside a music video for ‘Hide It Away’, directed by Jason Lester, marking their fourth collaboration. A limited-edition evergreen and white vinyl pressing, as well as a CD version, will be available at independent record stores for Record…

The Driver Era have released new single ‘I’d Rather Die’, the final track to arrive ahead of their fourth studio album ‘Obsession’. The alt-pop duo, consisting of brothers Ross and Rocky Lynch, have crafted a minimalist offering featuring layered vocals backed by drums and piano. The track opens with a jazz-influenced harmonic introduction before moving…

Sophie Ellis-Bextor has shared her first new music of 2025 with new single ‘Relentless Love’, released via Decca. The disco-infused funk-pop track was written and produced by Karma Kid and Baz Kaye, with additional writing from Ellis-Bextor and JinJin. The track was mixed by David Wrench. “Relentless love came from my love of fun fairs…

As It Is have shared ‘Cheap Shots & Setbacks X’, a new version of their track featuring guest appearances from Mikey Chapman of Mallory Knox and Alex Costello and Alex Adam of ROAM. The release comes ahead of ‘Never Happy, Ever After X’, a complete re-recording of their debut album featuring guest appearances across all…

Black Honey have returned with new single ‘Psycho’, alongside announcing a series of intimate UK shows for April. The track marks the band’s first new material since taking a year-long break following their 2023 album ‘A Fistful of Peaches’. The single arrives accompanied by a Clockwork Orange-inspired video directed by Harv Frost, which sees frontwoman…

The Horrors have been announced as headliners for A Stone’s Throw Festival 2025’s opening party, set to perform at The Exchange 1856, North Shields on 23rd May. The festival, now in its third year, will take place across multiple venues in North Shields, featuring a three-day programme including a free preview showcase on 24th May…

Linkin Park have released new single ‘Up From The Bottom’, taken from the upcoming deluxe edition of their album ‘From Zero’. The track, recorded during breaks in their ongoing world tour, features piano, distorted guitars, and turntable scratches alongside vocals from Emily Armstrong and Mike Shinoda. The deluxe edition of ‘From Zero’ will arrive on…

Lucy Dacus has released her fourth solo album ‘Forever Is A Feeling’ via Geffen Records / Polydor Label Group, alongside a performance video for new single ‘Bullseye’ featuring Hozier. The collaboration with Hozier, filmed for Other Voices at the National Gallery of Ireland in Dublin, follows their first meeting when he joined boygenius onstage in…

Perfume Genius has released new album ‘Glory’ via Matador Records, alongside announcing a run of UK tour dates for November. The new record sees Mike Hadreas collaborate once again with long-time producer Blake Mills and keyboardist and co-writer Alan Wyffels. The album features contributions from guitarists Meg Duffy and Greg Uhlmann, drummers Tim Carr and…

my bloody valentine are set to perform their first UK headline shows in over a decade, announcing three dates across the country this November. The announcement follows the immediate sell-out of their previously announced Dublin 3Arena concert, with the band now confirming performances in Manchester, London, and Glasgow. The trio of shows will begin at…

TRNSMT have added five new names to their 2025 lineup, including BRIT Award winner JADE and Rising Star recipient Myles Smith. The additions to the Glasgow Green festival, which takes place from 11th-13th July, will see JADE bring her solo material to Sunday’s billing alongside Snow Patrol and Gracie Abrams. She’ll be joined by Myles…

Evanescence have released new track ‘Afterlife’, which will feature in Netflix’s upcoming Devil May Cry animated series. The song, co-written by Amy Lee alongside Mako’s Alex Seaver, sees the band collaborate with producers Nick Raskulinecz and Seaver. An alternate version of the track will appear throughout the animated adaptation of Capcom’s game series. The Netflix…

FKA twigs has shared a new music video for their track ‘Childlike Things’, featuring North West. The Jordan Hemingway-directed visual marks the fourth release from their latest album ‘EUSEXUA’. The track holds particular significance, as twigs revealed they originally wrote the lyrics at age 13. It follows previous videos for ‘Striptease’, ‘Drums of Death’, and…

Mark Ronson is set to release his memoir ‘Night People’ via Century, exploring his formative years as a DJ in 1990s New York. The book documents Ronson’s journey from feeling like an outsider after moving from London to New York as a young child, to finding his place in the city’s vibrant club and hip-hop…

Elton John and Brandi Carlile have celebrated their forthcoming collaborative album ‘Who Believes In Angels?’ with a special performance at The London Palladium. The event, hosted by Dan Levy, saw the pair perform tracks from their new album alongside selections from their respective catalogues. The show featured the live debuts of ‘Swing For The Fences’,…

JAWNY has returned with new single ‘Control’, taken from a forthcoming release due later this year. The track marks his first new material since his debut album ‘It’s Never Fair, Always True’, and follows a series of singles including ‘Boy Scout’, ‘Running’ and ‘MAGIC’ released across 2023-2024. ‘Control’ emerged after he took time away from…

Glastonbury Festival have announced the full line-up for their West Holts stage at this year’s festival, with Maribou State, Doechii and Overmono set to headline. The stage, known for showcasing artists across hip-hop, soul, dance, reggae, afro, psyche and jazz, will welcome a diverse range of acts across the weekend. Maribou State are confirmed to…

Amie Blu has released her new single ‘swimming in pity’ via 0207 Def Jam / Polydor Label Group. The South London singer-songwriter’s latest track follows her 2024 mixtape ‘how we lose’, which featured ‘everything about her’ and was celebrated with a sold-out show at London’s Omeara. The new single combines intimate acoustics and yacht-rock elements,…

aespa have released an English version of their single ‘Whiplash’, alongside a Steve Aoki remix and sped-up version via SM Entertainment / Virgin Records. The K-pop group’s original version of ‘Whiplash’ has accumulated nearly 150 million YouTube views and charted on Billboard’s World Albums and Global 200 charts. The house track features a bass-driven beat…

Girls Aloud are set to release ‘The Girls Aloud Show’, a concert film capturing their 2024 arena tour, on Blu-ray and as a special deluxe box set on 13th June. The release, documenting their performance at London’s O2 Arena last June, will be available in multiple formats via Mercury Studios. The deluxe edition comprises a…

Latitude Festival have announced a new wave of acts across multiple stages, including The Alcove, The Listening Post, and more for their 2025 edition. The festival, taking place from 24th to 27th July at Henham Park in Suffolk, welcomes additions including Somebody’s Child, Silver Gore, and Olive Jones to the Sunrise Arena. The Piano winner…

Employed To Serve are teasing their new album ‘Fallen Star’, set for release on 25th April via Spinefarm, with latest single ‘Breaks Me Down’. Speaking about the new track, vocalist Justine Jones explains: “‘Breaks Me Down’ deals with the uncertainty of death and what it means for us left here on earth when someone you…

Deftones welcomed Paramore’s Hayley Williams for a live performance of ‘Minerva’ during their show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena last night. The collaboration took place during the encore of Deftones’ 20-song set on 26th March, where they are currently touring North America with The Mars Volta. Williams joined the band for their performance of ‘Minerva’, taken…

Rumours have emerged suggesting Megan Thee Stallion could be set to appear in ‘Grand Theft Auto 6’, following speculation around a recent social media post. The rapper shared behind-the-scenes footage from a photoshoot featuring palm tree artwork similar to that used in promotional material for the upcoming game. Adding to the speculation, Rockstar Games currently…

PinkPantheress has announced her return with new music looking set to arrive on 9th May. The Bath-born artist shared the news via social media, posting an image of herself against a white background alongside the date. The announcement marks her first solo material since her return to social media in January, where she wrote: “oh…

bb trickz has shared a new single titled ‘Not a Pretty Girl’, alongside a self-recorded music video. The Spanish rapper’s latest track features Spanglish lyrics over a bedroom pop-influenced beat, marking her first release of 2025. The video was filmed using her laptop camera in a deliberately DIY style. The release follows a breakthrough period…

The Horrors have announced a UK and Ireland tour for November, following the release of their sixth studio album ‘Night Life’ via Fiction Records. The dates mark a new era for the band, who now perform as a revised line-up centred around vocalist Faris Badwan and bassist Rhys Webb, joined by Amelia Kidd on keys…

Black Country, New Road have shared new single ‘For the Cold Country’, taken from their upcoming album ‘Forever Howlong’, set for release on 4th April via Ninja Tune. The track, which features May Kershaw on lead vocals, marks the third single from the album, following previous releases ‘Besties’ and ‘Happy Birthday’. ‘Forever Howlong’ is the…

Julien Baker & TORRES have released new single ‘Dirt’ from their forthcoming collaborative album ‘Send A Prayer My Way’. The track is the latest preview of their debut joint album, which sees the pair exploring their shared appreciation of country music. The release follows previous singles ‘Sylvia’, ‘Tuesday’, and ‘Sugar in the Tank’ – the…

Scissor Sisters have announced two intimate warm-up shows ahead of their upcoming arena tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of their self-titled debut album. The band will perform at Brighton Concorde 2 on 7th May and Bristol SWX on 8th May 2025, marking their first live shows in over 12 years. Tickets for these shows will…

Lady Gaga has announced ‘The MAYHEM Ball’ tour, featuring dates across North America, Europe, and the UK in support of her latest album ‘MAYHEM’. Following their 2025 headlining appearances at Coachella, stadium residencies in Mexico City and Singapore, and a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Gaga will begin the tour on…

FOLLOW HYPE ON SPOTIFY PUNCHBAG arrive like a intimidatingly sharp switchblade wrapped in ribbons and tissue paper – dangerous, unexpected, and utterly unconcerned with fitting in with anyone’s preconceptions. The sibling duo of Clara and Anders Bach slice through the thick fog of modern irony while maintaining the playful spirit of those who know precisely…

House of Protection have shared a new video for their latest single ‘Fire’, taken from their upcoming EP ‘Outrun You All’. The track marks the second release from the EP, which is set to arrive via Red Bull Records on 23rd May. The seven-track EP also includes previously announced songs ‘524å§ł€€|°’, ‘Afterlife’, ‘Godspeed’, ‘I Need…

Winter Gardens have released their new EP ‘Uncomfortable/Unlovable’, out today (Wednesday, 26th March) via Austerity Records. The Brighton quartet’s latest offering was engineered and mixed by Luke Marsden, with mastering from Andy Miles at Star Delta. Their recent live appearances include performances at Rockaway Beach Festival alongside OMD, Self Esteem and Peter Hook & The…

English Teacher have added a second London Roundhouse show on 25th November following the sell-out of their initial 26th November date. The Leeds band are embarking on their biggest UK headline tour to date this November, which includes performances across major cities including Leeds, Manchester, Glasgow, Newcastle and Nottingham. The quartet’s debut album ‘This Could…

HAIM have joined the line-up for Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025 in Liverpool, set to perform at Sefton Park on 25th May. The trio will appear alongside previously announced acts including Sam Fender, Tate McRae, Mumford & Sons, JADE, Tom Grennan, Confidence Man, Lola Young and AJ Tracey across the three-day event, which runs from…

Label: Captured TracksReleased: 28th March 2025 On her second album ‘Sweetness’, girlpuppy (aka Becca Harvey) transforms relationship wreckage into glittering indie-pop that reshapes past heartaches. The Atlanta-based artist has evolved significantly since her folk-tinged debut. Where ‘When I’m Alone’ often found Harvey working in others’ shadows, ‘Sweetness’ sees her fully claiming centre stage.  The transformation is…

Label: MatadorReleased: 28th March 2025 There’s no doubting Perfume Genius’, aka Michael Hadreas, ability to portray emotion. His tentative vocal on the edge of cracking throughout the album, his falsetto on title-track ‘Glory’ speaks to a performer exorcising demons in a softly cathartic manner, turning from heartbreaking introspection to a bright future free of personal trauma…

Label: AtlanticReleased: 28th March 2025 After the bonkers hyperpop-inflected excess of Chloe Moriondo’s second album ‘Sucker Punch’ comes the reflective and lucid songwriting brilliance of ‘Oyster’. ‘Oyster’ captures all the sonic impulses and flights of fancy that make Chloe such a great pop figure; this time, though, it’s more refined and focused. Less of the kitchen…

Label: FrenchkissReleased: 28th March 2025 The well-worn path between confessional songwriter and indie stalwart is littered with good intentions, but Somebody’s Child have managed to find their own comfortable corner on ‘When Youth Fades Away’ – even if they’re not quite ready to redraw the map. Frontman Cian Godfrey’s voice carries these eleven tracks with a…

Label: ANTI-Released: 28th March 2025 South London’s Sam Akpro prowls through musical territories with calculated precision. ‘Evenfall’ is a debut that dances within its meticulous construction, shoegaze’s dreamy wash colliding with post-hardcore’s serrated edge.  ‘Death By Entertainment’ epitomises this collision course, its guitar architecture stacking skyward until the whole thing threatens to topple – but never…

Label: Cooking VinylReleased: 28th March 2025 Twenty years after strutting onto the scene in spandex and falsetto, The Darkness remain steadfastly committed to hell-for-leather maximalism. ‘Dreams On Toast’ arrives as their eighth studio album, and while the musical landscape has shifted dramatically since their breakthrough, the band’s dedication to theatrical, tongue-in-cheek rock remains admirably unwavering. Opening…

Wet Leg are set to release their new single ‘Catch These Fists’, marking their first new material in three years. The Isle of Wight duo have already performed the track at intimate shows in Brighton and London, alongside six other new songs. The band have shared snippets of the upcoming release on social media, confirming…

Miley Cyrus has announced details of a visual film to accompany her ninth studio album ‘Something Beautiful’. The new record, which features 13 original tracks, has been executive produced by Cyrus alongside Shawn Everett, known for his work with Kacey Musgraves and Alabama Shakes. The accompanying visual film, directed by Cyrus, Jacob Bixenman and Brendan…

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) have warned Ticketmaster that they may have breached consumer protection law during last summer’s Oasis ticket sale. The CMA’s investigation has highlighted two key concerns regarding the company’s practices. The authority state that Ticketmaster labelled certain seated tickets as ‘platinum’ and sold them for approximately 2.5 times the price…

Suki Waterhouse has announced a series of UK and European tour dates for summer 2025. The singer-songwriter’s run of shows begins at Austria’s Frequency Festival on 13th August, including appearances at Reading & Leeds Festivals, before concluding with dates at London’s O2 Kentish Town Forum and Belfast’s Ulster Hall. Waterhouse’s most recent release is her…

Outside Lands have announced their 2025 lineup, with Tyler, the Creator, Hozier, and Doja Cat set to headline the festival at San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. The three-day event will welcome a diverse array of acts including Vampire Weekend, Jamie xx, Doechii, Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals, Bleachers, Gracie Abrams, John Summit, Glass Animals,…

PUP have announced their new album ‘Who Will Look After the Dogs?’ and shared new single ‘Get Dumber’, featuring Jeff Rosenstock. The track arrives with a music video written, directed, and edited by band members Nestor Chumak and Zack Mykula. The new album will include previously released singles ‘Paranoid’ and ‘Hallways’, with ‘Who Will Look…

Perfume Genius has unveiled new single ‘Clean Heart’, the third and final preview of forthcoming album ‘Glory’. The track follows previous singles ‘It’s a Mirror’ and ‘No Front Teeth’, the latter featuring a collaboration with Aldous Harding. ‘Glory’ marks Mike Hadreas’ first full-length release since 2022’s ‘Ugly Season’. The new album ‘Glory’ arrives via Matador…

Samia has shared two new tracks, ‘Hole in a Frame’ and ‘Pants’, which arrive alongside visualizers directed by Sarah Ritter. The new releases follow previous singles ‘Bovine Excision’ and ‘Lizard’. The visualizer for ‘Pants’ features actor Fred Hechinger, known for his roles in ‘White Lotus’, ‘Nickel Boys’, and the upcoming ‘Gladiator II’. ‘Hole in a…

CMAT has announced her third album ‘EURO-COUNTRY’, set for release on 29th August via AWAL Recordings. Alongside the announcement, she has shared new single ‘Running/Planning’ and revealed an extensive UK and European tour. The album, recorded in New York and co-produced by Oli Deakin and CMAT, follows 2023’s ‘Crazymad, For Me’. The record explores themes…

Nature TV are teasing their debut album ‘Unlucky for Some’, set for release on 9th May via Heist or Hit, with new single ‘Meds’. “I suppose it’s about drugs. The healing kind and the social ones, mainly the social ones,” the band explain about ‘Meds’. “Because obviously you should take medicine that helps you, but…

South London band Ain’t have shared their new single ‘Pirouette’ via Fear Of Missing Out Records. The track arrives as the quintet continue their UK tour supporting THUS LOVE, and coincides with the announcement of their first headline show at London’s Waiting Room on 12th June. ‘Pirouette’ follows the band’s previous singles ‘Oar’ and ‘Teething’,…

Laura Jane Grace In The Trauma Tropes have announced their new album ‘Adventure Club’, set for release on 18th July via Polyvinyl Record Co. The 12-track collection was created during Grace’s month-long songwriting retreat in Greece, made possible through a Fellowship grant from the Onassis Foundation. The album features collaborations with Grace’s wife Paris Campbell…

Brighton & Hove Pride have announced a new wave of artists joining headliners Mariah Carey and Sugababes for this year’s Pride on the Park event, set to take place on 2nd and 3rd August. Confidence Man, Will Young, Natalie Imbruglia, Ashnikko, Loreen, Slayyter, Sister Sledge featuring Kathy Sledge, Andy Bell, Sonique and Ultra Naté are…

Kneecap have announced their first-ever Cornish performance at this year’s Eden Sessions, with Mike Skinner set to join them for a DJ set. The Irish hip-hop trio, comprising Móglaí Bap, Mo Chara, and DJ Próvaí, will perform at the Eden Project on 4th July. The group’s debut album ‘Fine Art’, produced by Toddla T, features…

Sugababes have announced a headline show at Salt and Tar on Bootle Canalside, Liverpool, joining the venue’s Music Weekender lineup alongside Billy Ocean, The K’s and Ocean Colour Scene. The trio – Siobhan Donaghy, Mutya Buena, and Keisha Buchanan – recently released their first single since reuniting in 2019, ‘Jungle’, which arrived earlier this month…

Model/Actriz have shared new single ‘Doves’, taken from their upcoming full-length ‘Pirouette’. The Brooklyn four-piece’s latest track explores themes of comfort and liberation. The new album is set for release on 2nd May via True Panther in the Americas and Dirty Hit for the rest of the world. “Doves was the first song on Pirouette…

SEVENTEEN have announced their fourth studio album, set to arrive in celebration of their 10th anniversary this May. The K-pop group’s upcoming record will mark their first full-length release since 2022’s ‘Face the Sun’, which featured the title track ‘Hot’. Their label, Pledis Entertainment, have confirmed that all 13 members of SEVENTEEN participated in the…

NewJeans/NJZ have filed a legal objection against ADOR’s recently granted injunction that prevents the K-pop group from pursuing independent activities. The objection was submitted to the Seoul Central District Court on 21st March, the same day the court ruled in favour of ADOR and granted the company an injunction against the group’s independent activities. The…

The Field of Avalon line-up for Glastonbury 2025 has been revealed. The announcement follows the confirmation of this year’s Pyramid Stage headliners, which will see The 1975 perform on Friday, Neil Young and The Chrome Hearts on Saturday, and Olivia Rodrigo closing the festival on Sunday night. The Field of Avalon additions join previously announced…

Self Esteem has released new single ‘If Not Now, It’s Soon’, alongside announcing her biggest UK tour to date. The new track, which debuted as BBC Radio 1’s Hottest Record, draws inspiration from Rebecca Lucy Taylor’s pre-fame experiences. The song features actress Julie Hesmondalgh, who delivers a spoken word segment. “Personally, you have to wait…

FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY It wasn’t all that long ago that music festivals had a clearly defined personality. You went to a rock festival to see rock bands, a jazz festival for jazz, and so on – everyone staying neatly in their genre lanes. In 2025, that idea feels almost quaint: the strict genre…

When Dork’s Night Out rolls into The 100 Club, there’s a palpable sense of history unfolding before your eyes. From the scattered images of past greats lining the walls to the atmosphere of Oxford Street’s premier music hall, every element speaks of landmark moments. It’s the perfect setting for Picture Parlour’s next chapter. Since bursting…

Miley Cyrus has announced her new album ‘Something Beautiful’, set for release via Columbia Records on 30th May. The album, which follows 2023’s ‘Endless Summer Vacation’, features 13 tracks and was co-produced by Cyrus alongside Shawn Everett, known for his engineering work on Kacey Musgraves’ ‘Golden Hour’. The album will include a visual component, with…

The Wombats have announced six additional UK and Ireland tour dates for December 2025, following the release of their sixth studio album ‘Oh! The Ocean’ via AWAL Recordings. The Liverpool trio are currently completing their largest UK arena tour to date, having performed at venues including London’s O2 Arena. They are set to begin their…

Slung have shared new single ‘Thinking About It’, taken from their upcoming debut album ‘In Ways’, set for release on 2nd May via Fat Dracula. The Brighton quartet’s latest offering showcases vocalist Katie Oldham exploring character-driven narratives. “‘Thinking About It’ started with the working title ‘Tasty Girl’, because every time I tried to improvise on…

Down With Boring’s latest episode airs tonight (24th March) on Dork Radio, with a legitimate long-term Friend of the Magazine in tow. Chloe Moriondo is our special guest. With brand new album ‘oyster’ set to drop this coming Friday (28th May), the two time Dork cover star is checking in. Meanwhile, we’re going over Welly‘s…

Wet Leg performed seven new songs during an intimate comeback show at Brighton’s Green Door Store last night (23rd March). The Isle of Wight duo initially announced the performance under the pseudonym Uma Thurman, later confirming their involvement via social media. During the show, the band wore black wigs reminiscent of Thurman’s character in Pulp…

Chloe Qisha has announced details of her new EP ‘Modern Romance’, set for release on 1st May, alongside plans for a UK and European headline tour this autumn. The EP follows January’s ’21st Century Cool Girl’ and recent single ‘Sex, Drugs & Existential Dread’, with the five-track collection serving as the follow-up to her self-titled…

Shakira has unveiled the official video for ‘Última’ during her Mexico City stadium run, coinciding with the one-year anniversary of her album ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran’. The video, directed by Jaume de Laiguana, shows Shakira exploring the winter streets of New York. The track features on her twelfth studio album ‘Las Mujeres Ya No…

Ethel Cain has announced her second album ‘Willoughby Tucker, I Will Always Love You’, set for release in August 2025, alongside details of her largest tour to date. The new record serves as a prequel to Cain’s 2022 debut album ‘Preacher’s Daughter’ and follows her recent experimental project ‘Perverts’, which was released earlier this year.…

Sea.Hear.Now festival have announced their 2025 line-up, with Hozier, LCD Soundsystem, Blink-182 and Lenny Kravitz set to headline the Asbury Park event. The New Jersey festival will welcome an extensive roster of acts across the weekend, including Alabama Shakes, ZZ Top, Remi Wolf, Royel Otis, De La Soul, UB40, Sublime, Public Enemy, TV On The…

NewJeans have announced they are pausing all activities following a recent court ruling, making the announcement during their ComplexCon performance in Hong Kong. The K-pop group, who recently rebranded as NJZ, performed at the festival on 23rd March, marking their first show since their independent rebrand in February. During their set, the group debuted an…

Self Esteem has announced a UK and Ireland headline tour in support of their third album ‘A Complicated Woman’. Rebecca Lucy Taylor will embark on the extensive run of shows beginning at Birmingham’s O2 Academy on 15th September, visiting venues across the UK and Ireland throughout September and October. The tour includes two nights at…

The Darkness have shared new single ‘Hot On My Tail’ ahead of their forthcoming album ‘Dreams On Toast’, set for release via Cooking Vinyl. The new track showcases the band’s diverse sound, featuring country-influenced honky-tonk elements. It arrives as the band continue their sold-out UK headline tour, which includes a performance at London’s OVO Arena…

Little Simz has announced the first wave of artists set to perform at this year’s Meltdown festival at London’s Southbank Centre, running from 12th to 22nd June. The Streets, led by Mike Skinner, will open the festival at the Royal Festival Hall on 12th June. The venue will also host performances from BRIT Award nominee…

Matt Berninger has announced a series of intimate UK performances and Q+A events this April, ahead of his second solo album ‘Get Sunk’. The National frontman will perform three stripped-back shows, accompanied by producer Sean O’Brien and Julia Laws (Ronboy), both of whom feature on the upcoming record. The performances mark the first opportunity for…

Yard Act have announced a one-off intimate warm-up show at Blackpool Tower this May, ahead of their summer festival schedule. The Leeds band will perform at the historic venue before embarking on a series of festival appearances, including Live At Leeds, Isle of Wight Festival, and Green Man. They are also set to headline Queens…

NCT’s TEN has unveiled his second solo EP ‘STUNNER’ via SM Entertainment, featuring seven new tracks including English and Korean versions of the title-track. The Korean version explores developing feelings for an irresistible person, while the English version positions TEN as the titular ‘Stunner’. Swedish producers Jacob Werner and Elias Edman, known for their work…

Wet Leg have seemingly announced a pair of intimate shows under a pseudonym, with the first one taking place tonight. The Isle of Wight band are set to perform at Brighton’s Green Door Store (23rd March) and London’s Moth Club (24th March) under the name ‘Uma Thurman’. Though initially announced without revealing the band’s identity,…

Ed Sheeran has penned an open letter to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and UK government officials, calling for immediate long-term funding for music education in the UK. The letter, which has garnered over 500 signatures from across the music industry including Harry Styles, Central Cee, Coldplay, Stormzy, and Elton John, appeals for £250 million…

Meeting Mia Wray is like stumbling upon a journal you weren’t meant to read — except she’s left it open on purpose, dog-eared pages and all. The Melbourne-based artist’s debut album ‘hi, it’s nice to meet me’ arrives as both confession and celebration, a chronicle of self-discovery. Wray’s approach to unveiling her truth feels refreshingly…

Dua Lipa has brought out Troye Sivan for a surprise performance of ‘Rush’ during her Melbourne show at Rod Laver Arena. The performance took place during Lipa’s fourth show of a five-night run at the venue, where she has been incorporating covers of Australian artists into her setlist. Before introducing ‘Rush’, Lipa addressed the crowd…

Glastonbury have announced the line-up for their Acoustic Stage, adding new names to the 2025 festival bill. The stage, which serves as the festival’s home of blues, folk, contemporary and country music, will see Ani DiFranco headline on Friday 27th June, with The Searchers performing their final show. The day’s line-up also includes performances from…

Bilbao BBK Live have announced new additions to their 2025 line-up, including Måneskin frontman Damiano David, Japanese Breakfast and Sparks. The Spanish festival, which takes place between 10th-12th July in Kobetamendi, Bilbao, previously confirmed headliners Pulp, Kylie Minogue and RAYE in their first wave announcement. The initial line-up also featured Michael Kiwanuka, Nathy Peluso, Bad…

Yungblud has unveiled three new songs during a surprise intimate show at London’s Scala. The Doncaster artist performed a four-song set at the King’s Cross venue, which included his latest single ‘Hello Heaven, Hello’ alongside three previously unheard tracks. The new material marks Yungblud’s first new music since 2024’s ‘Breakdown’. “It’s fucking good to be…

SZA has revealed discussions with Taylor Swift about a potential songwriting collaboration. During an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, the ‘Snooze’ singer spoke about her interactions with Swift at the Grammy Awards. “Every time she walks up to me or approaches me, I’m just like, ‘All right, this is happening, because that’s fully Taylor…

Megan Thee Stallion has expressed interest in collaborating with Doechii for her upcoming album ‘Megan: Act III’. During a recent TikTok live stream, the Houston rapper discussed her plans for potential features on the new record, which is currently in production. “Act III is being made,” Megan told viewers. “I’m really just trying to figure…

Olivia Rodrigo has performed a cover of No Doubt’s ‘Don’t Speak’ during her headline set at Lollapalooza Chile. The performance took place at Parque Bicentenario de Cerrillos in Santiago on 21st March, where Rodrigo told the crowd: “I came here first because I wanted to see you guys so badly.” The No Doubt cover appeared…

Evanescence have teased new content with a cryptic social media post, with Netflix potentially involved in the project. The band shared a clip featuring frontwoman Amy Lee counting numbers with her fingers, displaying three and two before making a horn gesture. The sequence has led to speculation about an announcement on 24th March. View this…

Lucy Dacus has opened up about her growing friendship with Chappell Roan, revealing how their mutual support has helped her navigate challenging moments in her career. In a new interview with People Magazine, the Boygenius member shared that she and her bandmates initially connected with Roan after the latter spoke out about fan behaviour. “When…

The Black Keys have released their new single ‘Babygirl’, taken from their forthcoming album ‘No Rain, No Flowers’. The track, which features a piano-driven groove, was co-written with Grammy Award-winning songwriter Daniel Tashian and Grammy-nominated songwriter and producer Scott Storch. It follows their previous single ‘The Night Before’ and marks the second preview of their…

FKA twigs has shared insights into her collaboration with North West on the track ‘Childlike Things’, which appears on her third studio album ‘EUSEXUA’. The track features West, the 11-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, delivering a verse in Japanese. Speaking in a new video posted to Instagram, twigs explained how the collaboration…

easyclear has announced their debut EP ‘Green’, due 25th April, alongside new single ‘Teammate’. The solo project of London-based artist Luke Deacon, the upcoming EP was produced by Alex O’Donovan at Strongroom Studios, drawing influence from artists including Arthur Russell, Bert Jansch, and Elliott Smith. “Teammate is a song about companionship in its many forms.…

Brighton’s Canned Pineapple have released their new EP ‘Big Break’ today (Friday, 21st March), featuring six new tracks. The EP, produced by Tom Rees (Buzzard Buzzard Buzzard/The Bug Club/Panic Shack), showcases the band’s energetic post-punk infused indie-rock sound. “‘Big Break’ is our tongue in cheek exploration of the idea that a band can ‘make it’…

Miso Extra has shared her new single ‘POP’, the latest track to be taken from her forthcoming debut album ‘Earcandy’. The Japanese-British singer and producer’s new track features production from members of indie-pop collective MICHELLE, blending K-Pop and UK Garage influences with lyrics in both English and Japanese. The single was recorded at Damon Albarn’s…

Polly Money has released her new EP ‘T-Shirt Nothing Else’, alongside a behind-the-scenes video for the track ’30 Minutes’. The five-track EP includes opening number ‘Milk & Honey’, which explores themes of queer romance, followed by ‘I’m not proud’. The collection also features ’30 Minutes’, title track ‘T-Shirt’, and closing number ‘Anything’, which reflects on…

Fontaines D.C. have released a cover version of Bring Me The Horizon’s ‘Can You Feel My Heart’, which incorporates elements of Nirvana’s ‘Heart-Shaped Box’. The performance, recorded for Triple J’s ‘Like A Version’ series, sees the Irish band reimagining the track from Bring Me The Horizon’s 2013 album ‘Sempiternal’, blending it with Nirvana’s song from…

Green Day are set to play a free show at LA’s The Palladium next week, which will be featured in their upcoming movie ‘New Years Rev’. The performance, taking place on 25th March, will be filmed as a New Year’s Eve concert scene. The band will perform several songs multiple times during the shoot, which…

Drake’s legal team have claimed that “millions of people” interpreted Kendrick Lamar’s lyrics as literal accusations of pedophilia, as part of an ongoing legal dispute with Universal Music Group. The Toronto rapper’s Frozen Moments LLC filed a dispute against UMG in New York last November, alleging the publisher had “artificially inflated” streams for Lamar’s track…

Yungblud has revealed that Lewis Capaldi is working on new material, describing the Scottish singer-songwriter’s upcoming music as “great”. Speaking to The Sun whilst promoting his latest single ‘Hello Heaven, Hello’, Yungblud offered an update on his close friend’s progress. “I have heard his new music, and it sounds great. He is getting his mental…

There’s something beautifully defiant about retreating to your childhood bedroom to make pop music. Manchester’s Phoebe Green did exactly that, splitting time between her flat and her parents’ house in Lytham St Annes to craft her new EP ‘The Container’. Written and produced primarily by Green herself, it’s a collection that trades big-budget polish for…

Static Dress have released new track ‘death to the overground’, a 78-second burst of intense energy that marks a heavier direction for the band. The track, which has been a staple of their live performances, arrives as a fully realised studio version. Static Dress have developed the song to showcase a more extreme iteration of…

Mogwai and Lankum have announced a joint outdoor performance at London’s Crystal Palace Park as part of the 2025 South Facing festival. The show, scheduled for 7th August, marks Mogwai’s only UK summer appearance of the year and Lankum’s sole London performance of 2025. The announcement follows Mogwai’s recent release of their eleventh studio album…

Ashnikko have returned with their new single ‘Itty Bitty’, released via Warner Records. The track, co-written by Ashnikko alongside Skyler Stonestreet and Slinger, with Slinger also handling production duties, features a heavy bassline and marks their first new material since 2023’s ‘WEEDKILLER’ album. “There’s nothing more effective for healing a broken heart than an itty…

Marina has shared new single ‘Cupid’s Girl’, following the release of ‘Butterfly’ last month. The new track features a psychedelic chorus and sees the Welsh artist delivering lines including “Cupid, you’re so stupid / trying to resist my kiss” and “But you know I never miss / Baby you just need to relax / Don’t…

Pet Shop Boys are set to bring their ‘Dreamworld: The Greatest Hits Live’ show to The Royal Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, with special guests Scissor Sisters joining them for the performance on 14th August. The concert marks one of four large-scale outdoor music events taking place at the estate from 14th to 17th August, with…

Dot To Dot Festival has announced more than 130 local acts for their 20th anniversary edition, taking place across Bristol and Nottingham during the May Bank Holiday weekend. The festival’s third wave of artists sees My First Time, Grandmas House (pictured), Mother Vulture, The New Cut, Clemencie and Sober Sundays joining the Bristol line-up on…

DORK MIXTAPE COVER STORY FOLLOW DORK MIXTAPE ON SPOTIFY Kayla Grace has an energy about her that seems to buzz with anticipation – fitting for an artist on the cusp of releasing music she describes as the most personal work she’s ever made. At 22, she’s spent the past year crafting a follow-up to her…

The Pill have shared their new single ‘Problem’ via AWAL. The Isle of Wight duo have already established themselves live, having supported Big Special, played Isle of Wight Festival, and sold out London’s Old Blue Last. The band are set to join HotWax and Panic Shack for upcoming tour dates, alongside appearances at The Great…

Witch Post have shared new single ‘The Wolf’, taken from their forthcoming debut EP ‘Beast’, set for release on 16th April. The duo, comprising Alaska Reid and Dylan Fraser, formed after a chance meeting between the two artists, who discovered they originated from namesake towns in Scotland and Montana, respectively. “Last night I left a…

Keo have shared their debut single ‘I Lied, Amber’ via AWAL, following a sold-out performance at London’s Oslo. The track showcases the band’s blend of layered shoegaze guitars and rhythmic elements, drawing influence from artists like Jeff Buckley and Radiohead. “It’s about pretending to trust somebody and lying to yourself that you do. Letting your…

Good Neighbours have released their new single ‘Starry Eyed’, written during their time in Los Angeles this January. The track, which the duo road-tested during their recent North American tour with Foster The People, arrives ahead of their upcoming UK Adolescence Tour in April. “We wrote Starry Eyed very off the cuff while we were…

Sam Ryder has returned with new single ‘White Lies’. The track, co-written by Ryder and Nick Lobel (Beyoncé, Miley Cyrus, Harry Styles), arrives via independent label Artist Theory following a period of reflection for the BRIT-nominated artist. During this time, Ryder spent time in Nashville developing new material and redefining his sound. “I’ve been taking…

Flyte have shared their new single ‘Emily and Me’, marking their second release of 2025 following last month’s ‘I’m Not There’. The British duo, comprising Will Taylor and Nick Hill, recorded the track during an intensive two-month writing period in the West Country with BRIT Award-winning producer Ethan Johns, known for his work with Paul…

FLO have released a remix of ‘Get It Till I’m Gone’ featuring British rapper Chy Cartier, taken from their debut album ‘Access All Areas’, which arrived via Island Records last year. The collaboration follows a surprise joint performance earlier this month. The new version features Cartier’s verses alongside FLO’s original vocals and harmonies. “We’re so…

MØ is teasing her fourth studio album ‘Plæygirl’, due 16th May, with new single ‘Keep Møving’. The Danish artist’s latest track examines the pressures of unrealistic expectations, and features production from Nick Sylvester, with contributions from Elliott Kozel and The Dare. “‘Keep Møving’ is an ironic take on my endless to-do list,” MØ explains. “It’s…

BTS’ j-hope has released a new solo single ‘MONA LISA’, accompanied by a music video. The hip-hop/R&B track, which follows his recent single ‘Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)’ released earlier this month, celebrates individuality and unique beauty. The song’s title draws inspiration from Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic painting. j-hope contributed to the track’s production, working alongside…

RALLY Festival has announced the lineup for its third edition, set to take place in London’s Southwark Park on 23rd August. The one-day music and arts festival, co-curated by NTS, GALA and Bird On The Wire, will feature a headline live performance from Floating Points, who will perform material from their album ‘Cascade’ alongside selections…

Mae Muller has returned with new single ‘Breakaway’, marking her first release as an independent artist following a 15-month hiatus. The track, produced by Herik Michelsen, sees Muller exploring new territory, blending electronic elements with pop sensibilities. The accompanying video, directed by Ben Cole, is out later today (Friday, 21st March). “I wrote Breakaway in…

Calum Bowie has released his debut EP ‘Through The Window’, featuring new single ‘Your Anthem’ via Capitol/Polydor Label Group. The Scottish singer-songwriter’s five-track collection includes previously released singles ‘Dream Of My Own’ and ‘Wherever She Goes’, arriving as he concludes his sold-out UK tour. The EP’s latest single, ‘Your Anthem’, was written when Bowie was…

Bastille have announced a UK arena tour for November 2025, celebrating their first fifteen years as a band. The nine-date run, titled ‘From All Sides – Songs From The First Fifteen Years’, will mark the group’s first UK arena shows in over three years. The tour opens at Plymouth Pavilions on 6th November before concluding…

FOLLOW PLAY ON SPOTIFY In an unassuming garden shed, Erin LeCount is crafting renaissance orchestras from plastic keyboards and computers. It’s a duality captured at the heart of her new EP ‘I Am Digital, I Am Divine’ – a collection that explores what it means to feel simultaneously mechanical and transcendent. The juxtaposition of synthetic…

Damon Albarn has unveiled details of his new electro-opera ‘The Magic Flute II: La Malédiction’, which premieres at the Théâtre du Lido in Paris on 27th March. The opera is based on Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s 1807 work ‘The Magic Flute Part II’, a sequel to Mozart’s original 1791 opera that was never set to…

Tim Burgess has announced a new free event called Merch Market, taking place across multiple Manchester venues, where bands and artists can sell their merchandise without commission. The Charlatans frontman will host his own stall at the event, offering merchandise and rarities from his personal collection, including five exclusive Charlatans ‘Sproston Green’ sports bags ahead…

Björk has announced a limited theatrical release of her concert film ‘Cornucopia’, set to arrive in cinemas globally on 7th May. The film, created in collaboration with Mercury Studios, captures footage from the Cornucopia concert tour, which ran from May 2019 to December 2023. The tour, which comprised 45 shows across North America, Europe, Oceania…

WU LYF have announced their return with a series of live shows, marking their first performances in 13 years. The Manchester band, who released their sole album ‘Go Tell Fire to the Mountain’ in 2011, are set to play three hometown shows alongside festival appearances in France and Belgium. The announcement follows frontperson Ellery James…

Kneecap have criticised Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin following his recent White House meeting with US President Donald Trump. The Belfast rap group took issue with Martin’s comments during the Oval Office meeting, where he praised Trump’s approach to peace initiatives in Gaza. This came despite other Irish political parties, including Sinn Fein, choosing to…

Beyoncé has added a second Las Vegas date to her upcoming ‘Cowboy Carter’ world tour. The additional show at Allegiant Stadium will take place on 26th July, following the previously announced date at the same venue on 25th July. The dates come as part of her extensive world tour in support of her latest album…

L’objectif have shared their new single ‘Burbank’, released via Dance To The Radio. The Leeds alt-rock quartet’s latest track follows January’s ‘Goth Kids’ and arrives ahead of their upcoming UK headline tour this April. The band are also set to appear at Live At Leeds In The Park and Kendal Calling festivals this summer. “‘Burbank’…

St. Vincent is set to release new track ‘DOA’ as part of the soundtrack for A24’s Death of a Unicorn. The track, written, produced and performed by Annie Clark, has been mixed by Cian Riordan and is set for release on 28th March. The film’s score has been composed by Dan Romer and Giosuè Greco.…

FOLLOW HYPE ON SPOTIFY Jensen McRae’s extraordinary memory doesn’t just serve as a songwriting tool: it’s her superpower, with the Los Angeles-based artist possessing an almost supernatural ability to transform fleeting moments into more. “I think I notice things other people don’t always notice,” she says. “Sometimes I startle people with how much I remember…

Sometimes, stepping back helps everything come into focus. Over the past year, Picture Parlour have quietly honed their identity, focussing their lineup on the core duo of Katherine Parlour (vocals and guitar) and Ella Risi (guitar), and finding fresh energy in the possibilities of a more streamlined setup. Now, on the cusp of their headline…

Conan Gray has released a special anniversary edition of debut album ‘Kid Krow’ to mark five years since its original release. The new digital version, titled ‘Kid Krow, Decomposed (5 Year Anniversary)’, features one previously unreleased track, ‘Bed Rest’, alongside two new live recordings of ‘The Cut That Always Bleeds’ and ‘Heather (Lost Verse Version)’,…

green star have announced their debut EP ‘bleeding swirls’, set for release on 2nd May via GSR Records. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared new single ‘four-o-five’. “Four-o-five is flooded with energy revelatory imagery and raucous guitars, and there is a noisy power struggle between facing your wrongdoings and celebrating your emergent freedom,” green…

Bristol’s MOULD have shared new single ‘FRANCES’, the third preview of their upcoming EP ‘Almost Feels Like Purpose’. The track arrives ahead of the EP’s release via 5dB Records, which was recorded at Bristol’s Humm Studios during summer 2024. The new collection follows previous singles ‘CHUNKS’ and ‘SNAILS’. Speaking about the new single, vocalist Joe…

James Marriott has shared new single ‘Toothache’, the latest preview of his upcoming second album ‘Don’t Tell The Dog’. The Brighton artist’s new track follows previous single ‘I Don’t Want To Live Like This’, which topped the Official Singles Downloads Chart, and his recent Dork cover too. “‘Toothache’ is probably the most damning song I’ve…

Witch Fever have announced a one-off London headline show at Blondies Brewery on 10th May. The Manchester four-piece will be joined by Birmingham hardcore punk band FLESH CREEP and London’s queercore trio Shooting Daggers for the performance. Tickets go on sale on 21st March. The announcement follows the release of their new single ‘Dead To…

Japanese Breakfast has debuted a live version of new track ‘Magic Mountain’ during a BBC Radio session, alongside a cover of Donna Lewis’ ‘I Love You Always Forever’. Michelle Zauner performed the unreleased song, taken from her forthcoming album ‘For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women)’, due 21st March, as part of a three-song session. The…

Reading’s Are You Listening? Festival has announced the warm-up show for this year’s event. Performing on Friday 9th May, the day before the festival, will be Sprints (pictured), Mandrake Handshake, and YAANG. The main event meanwhile will host Sprints, BIG SPECIAL, Benefits, Coach Party, Honeyglaze, Man/Woman/Chainsaw, Alien Chicks and loads more. Last year, the festival…

Glasgow punk band SOAPBOX are set to release their new EP ‘LOCK IN’ on 25th April, alongside sharing new single ‘Do As Ur Told’. The band draw influence from acts including The Damned, Soft Play, Amyl and the Sniffers and Viagra Boys. Speaking about their music, they say “we all have a severe praise kink…

YUNGBLUD has announced his first UK show of the year, with a surprise intimate performance at London’s Scala set for 21st March. The Doncaster artist will take to the stage following the release of their new single ‘Hello Heaven, Hello’, which premiered as Jack Saunders’ Hottest Record on BBC Radio 1. The nine-minute track marks…

Aitch has released his new single ‘Bounce’ via NQ Records, marking his first independent release. The Manchester rapper’s latest track follows his recent surprise release ‘Straight Rhymez 2’, a reimagining of his 2018 breakout single, and ‘Raving In The Studio’, a collaboration with Mancunian producer Bou. Beyond his musical endeavours, Aitch has recently completed a…

Charli XCX has begun filming her upcoming A24 film ‘The Moment’ in London, with four new cast members joining the production. Rish Shah, Isaac Cole Powell, Kate Berlant, and Jamie Demetriou have been added to the project, joining previously announced cast members Alexander Skarsgård, Rosanna Arquette, and Trew Mullen. The film, based on Charli XCX’s…

Billie Marten has announced her fifth album ‘Dog Eared’, set for release on 18th July via Fiction Records. The folk artist recorded the new LP at Sugar Mountain studio in New York with producer Phil Weinrobe. The album features collaborations with various musicians, including Sam Evian and Dirty Projectors’ Maia Friedman. The record follows Marten’s…

Låpsley has shared her new single ‘Hurricane’, alongside announcing a run of UK tour dates for October. The track marks her first release as a fully independent artist, following her previous works including debut album ‘Long Way Home’, 2020’s ‘Through Water’, 2023’s ‘Cautionary Tales Of Youth’, and last year’s EP ‘A Guilty Heart Can Never…

Lola Young has addressed speculation about her background and industry connections in a new interview with Capital Buzz. The singer-songwriter has responded to claims regarding her relation to ‘The Gruffalo’ author Julia Donaldson, who is her great aunt. “People are saying I’m a nepo baby because my great aunt wrote The Gruffalo. I mean what…

Shamir has announced ‘Ten’, stated as his final album, set for release this spring via Kill Rock Stars. The record is set to feature a collection of songs written by close collaborators, unused demos, and previously discarded tracks that have been reimagined. The album’s first single, ‘Neverwannago’, written by Portland musician Andrew Harmon, arrives alongside…

Wet Leg are set to play two intimate shows in New York and Los Angeles, marking their first performances of 2025. The Isle of Wight duo have announced the special dates following the release of a 30-second teaser of their first new music in three years. “Hey there neighbor been a while hasn’t it? why…

Nova Twins are teasing their third album ‘Parasites & Butterflies’, set for release on 29th August via Marshall Records, with a new video for their latest single ‘Soprano’. The duo have worked with producer Rich Costey (Foo Fighters, Muse, Deftones, Sam Fender) on the album, which was recorded in Vermont, USA. Speaking about the record,…

Noah Cyrus has returned with new single ‘Don’t Put It All On Me’, featuring Fleet Foxes. The track, released via RECORDS/Columbia Records, marks the first collaboration between the two artists and was written by Noah’s brother, Braison. “I have always been the observer in our family, and Braison wrote about how I tend to carry…

Label: VertexReleased: 21st March 2025 Coming of age in Britain’s endless sprawl of semis and roundabouts isn’t exactly the stuff of rock mythology. Unless, that is, you’re Welly – the five-piece who’ve spent the last year building a reputation on witty indie-pop singles and rowdy live shows that make the everyday feel worthy of examination. ‘Big…

Label: CoolOnlineReleased: 20th March 2025 Polly Money’s debut EP begins with a confession. Not the whispered-in-a-dimly-lit-room kind, but the sort that sparkles and shimmers across five tracks of pristine indie-pop. Fresh from arena tours with The 1975, Money could have easily gone big and bombastic. Instead, ‘T-Shirt Nothing Else’ turns inward, creating something that feels like…

Label:Released: 21st March 2025 Phoebe Green continues to chronicle life’s messiest moments with disarming frankness on ‘The Container’ EP. The Manchester artist’s latest offering builds on the promise of her debut ‘Lucky Me’, trading some of its polished edges for raw bedroom-pop vulnerability that hits even closer to home. ‘Rage Of A Kid’ opens with gauzy…

Label: FictionReleased: 21st March 2025 The Horrors are one of those bands who are always reliably brilliant. They never let you down and are always inventive and mystifying, dark and alluring. Most importantly, they are still here, which few people would have predicted when they emerged with the unhinged scrappy punk chaos of their debut ‘Strange…

Label: Dead OceansReleased: 21st March 2025 Melancholy can come in waves, or it can be a pervasive all-encompassing presence that inflects everything. For Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast, melancholy and channelling that sense of sadness into creative magic is the spirit that informs her stunning fourth album ‘For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad Women)’.  Befitting the first…

Stormzy is set to receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Cambridge, marking his second such accolade to date. The grime artist will be awarded a Doctorate in Law at a special ceremony in the Senate-House on 25th June, recognising his philanthropic work across education, music, sport and literature. The ceremony will be presided…

Billie Marten has announced her fifth album ‘Dog Eared’, set for release on 18th July via Fiction Records. The British folk artist recorded the album in New York during summer 2024 with producer Phil Weinrobe at Sugar Mountain studio. The record features contributions from an array of musicians, including Núria Graham, Josh Crumbly, Mike Haldeman,…

The conversation pit, an interior design feature for spacious living rooms, features sofas arranged in a U shape facing one another rather than facing technology, for the sole purpose of relaxing and chatting. They haven’t been popular since the 1970s. Tonight, Clairo turns London’s Eventim Apollo stage into one.  Her third album, 2024’s ‘Charm’, pulls…

DE’WAYNE has released his new single ‘biological’, available now via Fearless Records. The new track follows last month’s ‘highway robbery’, and explores themes of instinctive love and human connection. “I wrote ‘biological’ because I wanted to capture that feeling of love that’s so deep, it doesn’t feel like a choice—it just is,” DE’WAYNE explains. “I’ve…

Sleigh Bells have shared ‘This Summer’, the third track to be released from their upcoming seventh album ‘Bunky Becky Birthday Boy’. The noise-pop duo, comprising producer/guitarist Derek Miller and vocalist Alexis Krauss, have crafted the new album as a follow-up to 2021’s ‘Texis’. “We joked around about writing our version of a summer song, but…

The Null Club, the new project from Gilla Band’s Alan Duggan-Borges, have shared new single ‘Frameshift’, featuring Brooklyn-based rapper E L U C I D. The track follows their debut single ‘Slip Angle’, which featured Mandy, Indiana’s Valentine Caulfield. The new offering will appear on their self-titled debut EP, set for release on 4th April,…

Basht. have released their new single ‘Vain’, out now via Lab Records. The Irish post-punk outfit, who operate as a studio duo but perform as a four-piece live, have recently supported acts including Wunderhorse, Been Stellar and bdrmm. The single marks the first preview of their upcoming EP ‘Bitter & Twisted’, produced by Richard McNamara…

Teenage Cancer Trust have announced the addition of a special Erased Tapes showcase to their Royal Albert Hall concert series, alongside news that The Cure’s Robert Smith will curate the 2026 edition of the event. The Erased Tapes show, taking place on 29th March, will feature performances from Penguin Cafe, Daniel Brandt, Douglas Dare, and…

Ava Max has released a new music video for her latest single ‘Lost Your Faith’, directed by Claire Arnold and starring Finn Wittrock alongside Max. The release marks Max’s first single of 2025, with the artist hinting at a larger body of work in development. “Lost Your Faith is a message of love and hope,”…

Goddess, a new collaborative project curated and produced by Fay Milton of Savages, have announced their self-titled debut album ‘Goddess’, set for release on 30th May via Bella Union. The project has shared their first single ‘Shadows’, featuring vocals from Elena Tonra (Ex:Re / Daughter), alongside Hinako Omori on piano and Ayse Hassan (Savages) on…

Kae Tempest has released their new single ‘Statue In The Square’ via Island Records. The track, produced by Fraser T Smith, marks Tempest’s first release since 2022’s ‘I Saw Light’, which featured Grian Chatten and appeared on their album ‘The Line Is A Curve’. “There is power in showing up for yourself and showing up…

Artemas has shared two new singles, ‘southbound’ and ‘test drive’, marking one year since the release of his breakthrough track ‘i like the way you kiss me’. The UK-based, BRIT Award-nominated singer, songwriter and producer’s latest releases also follow his ‘yustyna’ mixtape, and two sold-out headline tours in 2024. His upcoming dates in full read:…

Marika Hackman has shared a new version of ‘Skin’ featuring Laura Marling, recorded as part of Abbey Road’s annual collaboration with Pitchfork London. The track, which originally appeared on Hackman’s debut album ‘We Slept At Last’, has been reimagined to mark the record’s 10th anniversary. The new version was recorded between The Gatehouse, Abbey Road…

Lip Filler have released their new single ‘Laugh Track’ ahead of their upcoming UK tour. The London-based band recorded the track directly to tape with St Francis Hotel, known for their work with Little Simz and Greentea Peng. It explores themes of helplessness when watching someone’s self-destructive behaviour. “It’s taken us a while but we’re…

NCT’s Mark has shared new single ‘+82 Pressin”, featuring fellow NCT member Haechan, via SM Entertainment. The track serves as the latest preview of Mark’s debut solo album ‘The Firstfruit’, which will contain 13 tracks split into four sections, each dedicated to cities that have shaped his journey: Toronto, New York City, Vancouver, and Seoul.…

“I was being humble, I bet,” says James Marriott. We’re asking about the first time Dork met him. It was almost two years ago, tucked away in the back of a Brighton café so as not to be seen by the hundreds of fans already queuing up in Jubilee Square for his debut at The…

Lizzo has responded to critics of her music and addressed the broader treatment of Black women in pop music across social media platform X/Twitter. The ‘Truth Hurts’ singer, who recently announced her new album ‘Love In Real Life’ and released singles including the title track and ‘Still Bad’, returned to the platform to address various…

The Dare suffered a fall during a recent crowdsurfing attempt at Bristol’s Marble Factory. During his performance on 16th March, Harrison Patrick Smith attempted to dive into the crowd without warning while performing ‘Girls’. The audience were unprepared for the impromptu arrival, resulting in Smith being dropped. He quickly recovered, continuing his performance from the…

Wet Leg’s return has stepped up another gear, as the band share a snippet of what seems to be their comeback single. The 30 second clip, which sees Rhian Teasdale lip-syncing to the new song, features the lyrics: “Can you catch a medicine ball / can you catch yourself when you fall / you should…

Yungblud has returned with new nine-minute single ‘Hello Heaven, Hello’, marking his first release in a year. The Doncaster artist’s latest track arrives alongside a music video directed by Charlie Sarsfield, which premiered across MTV’s channels and the Paramount Times Square billboards. “Hello Heaven, Hello is the opening statement to my new album,” Yungblud explains.…

Radiohead are set to return to live performance, with their management confirming upcoming tour dates for 2025. As Resident Advisor reports, the band’s management company have seemingly donated four tickets to a “Radiohead concert of your choice” as part of a Los Angeles fire relief auction at Palisades High School. The auction listing indicated that…

Lollapalooza have announced their 2025 lineup, with Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, Tyler, the Creator, Doechii, A$AP Rocky, Gracie Abrams, RÜFÜS DU SOL, Korn, TWICE, and Luke Combs set to play. The four-day festival, now in its 34th year, will return to Chicago’s Grant Park from 31st July to 3rd August. The extensive lineup features Clairo,…