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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,…

Matt Maltese has shared a new single ‘Pined For You My Whole Life’ and details of an extensive world tour. The new track follows previous singles ‘Anytime, Anyplace, Anyhow’ and ‘Always Some MF’ from forthcoming record ‘Hers’, which will arrive on 16th May via The Orchard. ‘Hers’ marks Maltese’s first fully self-produced effort since his…

Will Smith has announced his Based on a True Story Summer Tour, marking his return to live performances alongside the release of his first full-length album in 20 years, due 28th March. The tour will see Smith perform across Morocco, Europe, and the UK, including appearances at major festivals such as Mawazine in Morocco, POSITIV…

Soft Play have announced an expanded version of their 2024 album ‘Heavy Jelly’, set for release on 18th April. ‘Heavier Jelly’ features six additional tracks recorded during the original album sessions and subsequent studio visits, including new single ‘Slushy’ featuring Kate Nash. The expanded collection showcases different musical directions that didn’t align with the original…

Ezra Furman has shared new single ‘Jump Out’, taken from her upcoming album ‘Goodbye Small Head’. The track arrives as the second preview of Furman’s tenth studio album, following lead single ‘Grand Mal’. The new record is set for release via Bella Union. “‘Jump Out’ is a panicked rocker for that moment when you realize…

Fontaines D.C. have cancelled their upcoming Latin American tour dates due to a herniated disc suffered by vocalist Grian Chatten. The Irish band were set to perform across Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia, including appearances at several South American editions of Lollapalooza. The announcement came as the group were preparing for their show in…

Billie Eilish has performed a stripped-down rendition of ‘Wildflower’ at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards in Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre. The performance, which opened this year’s ceremony, saw Eilish accompanied by her brother Finneas on acoustic guitar. The track appears on her 2024 album ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft’. The awards show, hosted by LL…

Lady Gaga has addressed ageism in the music industry during her acceptance speech at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, declaring she is “just getting warmed up”. The singer made the comments while accepting the Innovator Award at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on 17th March. During her speech, she discussed her career trajectory and…

spill tab has shared new single ‘Assis’, taken from her upcoming debut album ‘ANGIE’. The LA-based French-Korean singer, songwriter, and producer’s latest track features production from John Hill (FKA Twigs, Charli xcx) and Solomonophonic (SZA, Lola Young, Remi Wolf), blending funk grooves with lyrics in both English and French. “The production for Assis feels like…

Wishy have shared new single ‘Over and Over’, taken from their upcoming EP ‘Planet Popstar’, set for release on 25th April via Winspear. “The major themes of this song revolve around desire, ambition, disappointment, acceptance, playing the cards you’re dealt, etc,” singer/guitarist Kevin Krauter explains. “I wrote this song in 2020 before the band existed,…

Snapped Ankles have shared their new single ‘Smart World’, the third track to be taken from their forthcoming album ‘Hard Times Furious Dancing’. The new track explores artificial intelligence in music through an imagined conversation between Brian Eno and the late Conny Plank, with Eno portrayed as pro-AI while Plank takes a more sceptical stance.…

Dirty Nice have released their new single ‘What I Wanna Hear’, taken from their upcoming album ‘Planet Weekend’. The duo’s third full-length record follows 2023’s ‘Surrenderland’ and their 2021 debut ‘Lobster’. The new album sees Charlie Pelling and Mark Thompson expanding their distinctive blend of glitch-pop and psychedelic indie. “Why not take a dip at…

Humour have shared their first new single in two years with the release of ‘Neighbours’ via So Young Records. The Glasgow five-piece’s new track arrives as their first material since their 2023 EP ‘A Small Crowd Gathered To Watch Me’, following their debut EP ‘Pure Misery’ in 2022. Speaking about the new single, vocalist Andreas…

Lucy Dacus has confirmed her relationship with boygenius bandmate Julien Baker in a new interview with The New Yorker. The confirmation comes as Dacus prepares to release her new solo album ‘Forever Is A Feeling’. Speaking to journalist Amanda Petrusich, Dacus discusses how the album’s content largely centres around falling in love with Baker, with…

Chappell Roan has addressed questions about her second album during a recent TikTok Live session. The artist responded to fans asking about the follow-up to ‘The Rise And Fall Of A Midwest Princess’, stating: “New album? Great question. We’re so beyond… so beyond far away from that, I could not even tell you.” chappell roan…

Hozier is set to release a 10th anniversary reissue of his self-titled debut album on 16th May via Island Records. The 2015 album will be available in multiple vinyl variants, including a 2xLP custard vinyl, a limited edition 2xLP baby blue vinyl exclusive to Hozier’s website, a 2xLP olive green pressing exclusive to Amazon US,…

Drake has been met with a strong rebuttal from Universal Music Group in response to his recent defamation lawsuit, with the label claiming the rapper’s legal action stems from “[losing] a rap battle” with Kendrick Lamar. Universal’s attorneys have filed a motion to dismiss Drake’s lawsuit, describing his allegations as “meritless” and suggesting the legal…

Lucy Dacus has reflected on Boygenius’ hiatus, sharing that the group’s success “immediately outpaced our expectations”. The band, comprising Dacus, Phoebe Bridgers and Julien Baker, released their debut album ‘The Record’ and two EPs – their self-titled 2018 release and 2023’s ‘The Rest’. Their achievements include three Grammy Awards for Best Alternative Music Album, Best…

Radiohead have shared a playlist featuring B-sides and remixes from ‘The Bends’ to mark the album’s 30th anniversary. The band’s second album, produced by John Leckie, was their first collaboration with Nigel Godrich, who has since worked on every subsequent Radiohead album. The playlist includes B-sides such as ‘India Rubber’, ‘How Can You Be Sure?’,…

Ariana Grande has revealed six additional tracks for the deluxe edition of her seventh studio album ‘Eternal Sunshine’, titled ‘Eternal Sunshine Deluxe: Brighter Days Ahead’. The expanded tracklist includes ‘Intro (End of the World) Extended’, an extended version of the original album’s opening track, alongside new songs ‘Twilight Zone’, ‘Warm’, ‘Dandelion’, ‘Past Life’, and ‘Hampstead’.…

It looks like Wet Leg are finally on their way back, after sharing a new photo, a mailing list, and a revamped website. Posting on social media, the band wriote “we’re so back”, alongside a link to their website and a photo featuring Rhian and Hester alongside the rest of their band, and a rather…

Beyoncé has added a Las Vegas date to her ‘Cowboy Carter’ US tour, with a performance scheduled at Allegiant Stadium on 25th July. The additional show comes following the announcement of her initial run of concerts across the United States, UK and France in support of her latest album, ‘Cowboy Carter’. The Las Vegas performance…

Yeah Yeah Yeahs have announced their ‘Hidden In Pieces Tour’, a series of intimate theatre performances across the UK, Mexico, and North America to celebrate their 25th anniversary. The band will present reimagined versions of their catalogue, featuring new arrangements accompanied by strings and piano. The shows will include rarely performed tracks alongside fan favourites…

Little Simz has filed a lawsuit against producer Inflo over an alleged £1.7million loan dispute. The UK rapper, whose real name is Simbiatu Ajikawo, initiated legal proceedings against the producer in January, claiming he has withheld loan repayments for more than a year and failed to properly account for Sony-provided recording costs. Inflo, whose real…

Sam Fender has celebrated Newcastle United’s Carabao Cup victory during his live show in Berlin, incorporating several tributes to the club throughout his performance. The singer took to the stage shortly after Newcastle secured their first domestic trophy in 70 years, beating Liverpool 2-1. During the performance, which follows the release of his album ‘People…

FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY In today’s music industry, there’s no time to be polite. With the public’s ever-reducing attention span, you need to make a point, make it quick, and then move on to the next thing. Don’t stick to the middle ground because it’s easy – make yourself heard by splitting opinion. That’s…

The Wombats are set to headline Friday night at Rock N Roll Circus in Sheffield, completing the festival’s 2025 lineup. The Liverpool trio will top a bill that includes Jamie Webster, Circa Waves, Somebody’s Child, The Rosadocs, Freddie Halkon, Bethany Grace, Deco, and Crystal Tides at the event on 29th August. The announcement marks the…

Stevie Wonder is set to headline American Express presents BST Hyde Park on 12th July 2025, performing as part of his LOVE, LIGHT & SONG UK 2025 performances. The legendary American singer, songwriter, musician, and producer returns to the Great Oak Stage, where he has previously performed twice. Wonder’s achievements include 49 Top 40 singles,…

City and Colour are set to perform their debut album ‘Sometimes’ in full at London’s Royal Albert Hall on 18th May 2025, marking the record’s 20th anniversary. The special performance from Dallas Green will be the only European show celebrating the Double Platinum-selling LP. The evening will begin with an intimate acoustic rendition of ‘Sometimes’…

Charli xcx is set to curate and headline her own festival, Party Girl, at Victoria Park, London on 14th June 2025. The event, which forms part of the LIDO Festival series, will feature a personally selected lineup including newly announced acts Gesaffelstein, Jodie Harsh, Magdalena Bay, and Yseult. They join previously confirmed artists 070 Shake,…

BTS’ J-hope has announced a new single, ‘Mona Lisa’, set for release this week (21st March). The track has been described by Big Hit Music as a hip-hop and R&B offering that draws comparisons between its subject and the famous artwork. The label have confirmed J-hope’s involvement as a co-writer on the project. The announcement…

NewJeans/NJZ member Danielle has spoken out about her experiences in the K-pop training system during a recent livestream on the group’s independent Instagram page. The Korean-Australian singer shared details about her time as a trainee under various K-pop music labels during the 15th March broadcast, describing strict monitoring and control measures that were in place.…

Julien Baker has performed with Jasmine.4.t at SXSW 2025, delivering a cover of System Of A Down’s ‘Toxicity’. The performance, which took place on 14th March, saw Baker providing guitar and backing vocals alongside Jasmine.4.t on lead vocals and guitar, accompanied by a violinist. The collaboration continued with a performance of ‘Skin On Skin’. Baker’s…

Bon Iver has released two new singles, ‘If Only I Could Wait (feat. Danielle Haim)’ and ‘Walk Home’, taken from upcoming album ‘SABLE, fABLE’. The new record, their first in six years, will arrive via Jagjaguwar on 11th April. The album was primarily recorded at Justin Vernon’s April Base studio in Wisconsin following a period…

Tom Grennan has unveiled new single ‘Boys Don’t Cry’, the third track from his forthcoming album ‘Everywhere I Went Led Me To Where I Didn’t Want To Be’. The new track features 80s-influenced production with synth melodies accompanying Grennan’s vocals, addressing themes of mental health and emotional expression. The release is accompanied by a video…

OK Go have shared two new tracks, ‘Take Me with You’ and ‘This Is How It Ends’, from their upcoming fifth studio album ‘And the Adjacent Possible’. The tracks arrive following January’s lead single ‘A Stone Only Rolls Downhill’, which was accompanied by a music video featuring 64 videos displayed across 64 phones in a…

Wisp has released new single ‘Sword’, marking the start of a new era for the shoegaze artist. The track arrives alongside a cinematic video directed by Rudy Grazziani and Valeriya Dyatko, which sees Wisp transported to a medieval fantasy setting, moving through castle halls in a white gown before donning knight’s armour. “‘Sword’ represents the…

Cautious Clay has announced his new album ‘The Hours: Morning’, set for release via Concord Records on 16th May. Alongside the announcement, he has shared new single ‘Tokyo Lift (5am)’, following last month’s ‘No Champagne (6am)’. The eight-track album presents songs associated with specific morning hours, from 5am through to noon. “‘Tokyo Lift (5am)’ is…

South London-based British-Nigerian neo-soul artist Azul Kechi has released her debut album ‘Celestial Love’. The album, which includes the previously-released title-track ‘Celestial Love’, showcases Kechi’s distinctive blend of pop, R&B, soul and jazz elements, featuring live instrumentation alongside her characteristic half-sung, half-rapped vocal style. The release follows support across national radio. During the album’s development,…

Jade Bird has returned with new single ‘Who Wants’, marking her first solo release since last year’s ‘Burn The Hard Drive’ EP. The LA-based British artist’s latest track explores themes of divorce and broken relationships, written in response to her parents’ separation when she was 16 years old. “I wrote this about divorce. It’s about…

Lil Nas X has released new single ‘HOTBOX’ through Columbia Records, accompanied by an official video directed by Elias Talbot. The track, produced by Take a Daytrip, Omer Fedi, and Ojivolta, forms part of Nas’ DREAMBOY era, following previous singles ‘DREAMBOY’, ‘BIG DUMMY’, ‘SWISH’ and ‘RIGHT THERE’. The video sees the artist appearing in various…

Selena Gomez and benny blanco have shared new single ‘Sunset Blvd’, taken from their forthcoming collaborative album ‘I Said I Love You First’. The track, inspired by the pair’s first date on Los Angeles’ Sunset Boulevard, arrives alongside a video directed by Petra Collins. It marks the third release from their upcoming album, following previous…

Ellie Dixon has shared a new remix of her single ‘Guts’, featuring piri of piri & tommy. The track, which was mastered at Abbey Road Studios and produced by Dixon herself, has received a high-energy rework. The original version of ‘Guts’, which follows Dixon’s 2024 single ‘Renaissance’, explores themes of anxiety and represents Dixon’s grittiest…

FOLLOW PLAY ON SPOTIFY In a dreamy London hotel, a French musician ascends floor by floor, each level unlocking fragments of her past like save points in an endless game. This isn’t the plot of a new indie film or the latest immersive art installation – it’s the conceptual framework of ‘LEVELS’, the extraordinary debut…

Witch Fever have released their new single ‘Dead To Me’ via Music For Nations. The Manchester four-piece’s latest track marks their first release in two and a half years, following their 2022 debut album ‘Congregation’, and was produced by Chris W Ryan, known for his work with NewDad, Just Mustard, and Enola Gay. Bassist Alex…

Chappell Roan has unveiled her latest single ‘The Giver’ via Amusement/Island Records, marking her first release of 2025. The Grammy Award-winning artist’s new track showcases a departure into country music territory, featuring fiddle-driven instrumentation and western-influenced production. The release follows her 4x platinum 2024 single ‘Good Luck Babe!’. “I have such a special place in…

Really very brilliant new band Florence Road have released their equally very brilliant debut single ‘Heavy’, alongside a live performance video filmed in Ireland (which is… yes, you’ve got it by now – Ed). Ther band features four childhood friends from Wicklow, Ireland: Lily Aron (Vocals), Emma Brandon (Guitar), Ailbhe Barry (Bass), and Hannah Kelly…

JADE has returned with new single ‘FUFN (Fuck You For Now)’, following her recent BRIT Award win for Pop Act. The track, co-written with RAYE and Dave Hamelin and co-produced by Lostboy, was first previewed as part of JADE’s Fendi Mamma Baguette bag campaign. “FUFN is the escalation of an argument we’ve all had, knowing…

“Punk is so necessary in inciting movement; in mobilising people to care about the truth, whether that truth is straight edge, veganism, or anti-fascism. But it has to be honest, and it has to be urgent. But within that, you also have to lead with love while acknowledging that you’re in a fight.” There won’t…

Los Angeles hardcore band Zulu have announced they are putting their project “on pause” following allegations of abuse made against frontman and founder Anaiah Rasheed Muhammad. The announcement comes after musician Simpson shared allegations online regarding Muhammad, describing their relationship as “a violent one” and detailing claims of physical, emotional, and psychological abuse. Muhammad has…

Jacob Alon has announced their debut studio album ‘In Limerence’, alongside sharing new single ‘Don’t Fall Asleep’. The Scottish singer, who emerged in 2024 with debut single ‘Fairy In a Bottle’, followed by ‘Confession’ and ‘Liquid Gold 25’, will release the album on 30th May via Island/EMI. Speaking about the new single, Alon explains, “This…

Bombay Bicycle Club have announced two intimate UK shows ahead of their appearance at All Points East festival this summer. The band will perform at York’s Barbican on 22nd August, followed by Liverpool’s Mountford Hall on 23rd August. Both shows will feature support from Divorce. These dates come before their slot at London’s Victoria Park…

Lizzo has unveiled new single ‘Still Bad’, taken from her upcoming album ‘Love In Real Life’. The track features 80s-influenced keys and percussion, with a guitar solo accompanying the chorus. The lyrics include the refrain “I don’t need him. I need a drink,” followed by the chant “After everything, I’m still surviving and I’m still…

Radiohead have formed a new limited liability partnership, marking their first such business venture since the release of ‘Kid A Mnesia’. The band incorporated RHEUK LLP on 10th March, with all five members of the group participating in the formation. The move mirrors their previous approach to releasing music and touring outside of traditional record…

Lauren Mayberry has shared a new version of ‘Sorry, Etc, Etc’ featuring IDLES’ Joe Talbot, taken from her recently released debut solo album ‘Vicious Creature’. The collaboration, which premiered on BBC Radio 6 Music with Huw Stephens, sees the CHVRCHES frontwoman team up with Talbot following their initial connection during the COVID-19 pandemic. “If you…

Bombay Bicycle Club are set to play two intimate warm-up shows ahead of their appearance at All Points East festival this summer. The London band will perform at York’s Barbican and Liverpool’s Mountford Hall in August, before joining The Maccabees at Victoria Park for their special guest slot at the London festival. The shows follow…

Elton John and Brandi Carlile have released a new music video for their single ‘Swing For The Fences’, directed by Xavier Dolan and choreographed by Damien Jalet. The video follows a young man, played by William Darby, dancing alone at home before being joined by Abdalla Amour. The piece was created as a celebration of…

Dinosaur Pile-Up have returned with new single ‘Bout To Lose It’, marking their first release since signing to Mascot Records. The track arrives following a challenging period for the band, particularly frontman Matt Bigland, who faced a life-threatening battle with ulcerative colitis that led to multiple hospital stays in 2021. The experience has shaped both…

Barry Can’t Swim has announced new album ‘Loner’, set for release on 11th July via Ninja Tune. The Edinburgh-born producer has shared new single ‘Different’. It follows the recent release of album opener ‘The Person You’d Like To Be’, which emerged after a week of cryptic marketing, including a mysterious billboard in Dalston. “If my…

Oasis have announced details of a new film to accompany their Live ’25 tour, made by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight. The film will be directed by Dylan Southern and Will Lovelace, known for their work on LCD Soundsystem’s ‘Shut Up And Play The Hits’ and ‘Meet Me In The Bathroom’.. Magna Studios are set…

Confidence Man have announced a new immersive exhibition in collaboration with The KLF’s Jimmy Cauty, titled ‘Emergency Chill Clinic’. The installation, which will be hosted at 35 Soho Square in London, is designed as a recovery experience for post-rave attendees. Set in a hospital-inspired environment, the exhibition combines film, sound, and sensory elements, featuring a…

Knocked Loose have announced a surprise intimate show at The Underworld in Camden, set to take place tomorrow night (Friday, 14th March). The Louisville outfit will perform at the 500-capacity venue ahead of their scheduled performance at London’s O2 Academy Brixton on Monday, followed by a show at Manchester’s O2 Victoria Warehouse. The Camden show…

Haim have revealed new details about their upcoming album, including an uncleared George Michael sample and Beyoncé-inspired elements. The band shared their latest single ‘Relationships’ on 12th March, and have now offered more insight into their as-yet-untitled album in a new interview with i-D. The opening track, ‘Gone’, is set to feature a sample of…

The Amazons have performed a mash-up of Chappell Roan’s ‘My Kink Is Karma’ and Radiohead’s ‘Creep’ during a Maida Vale session. The Reading band delivered the performance as part of their latest BBC Radio 1 session, ahead of the release of their fourth studio album ’21st Century Fiction’, which arrives on 9th May. The full…

Sugababes have released their new single ‘Jungle’, marking their first new material since reuniting in 2019. The track, released via their own label and distributed by The Orchard, combines elements of 2-step, garage and alt-pop alongside the group’s signature vocal harmonies. The single sees the group working with Grammy-winning producer Jon Shave, alongside songwriters Anya…

renforshort has unveiled her new single ‘pretend to like me’, which has been featured as BBC Radio 1’s Future Bop on their Future Pop Show. The Canadian singer-songwriter’s latest track follows her recent single ‘on my way!’, and offers a preview of new material expected later this year. renforshort recently completed a series of headline…

Sleep Token have announced their fourth album ‘Even In Arcadia’, set for release on 9th May via RCA Records. The record follows 2023’s ‘Take Me Back To Eden’ and marks the band’s first release through their new label home. Alongside the album announcement, they have shared new single ‘Emergence’. The band are set to headline…

ratbag has shared new single ‘juliet & juliet’, following January’s release ‘look what you’re doing to me’. Both tracks are set to feature on a forthcoming new project from the New Zealand artist. Speaking about the track, ratbag says: “‘juliet & juliet’ is about that feeling you get when you’re with your partner in crime.…

The Lemon Twigs have announced a spring and summer tour across multiple continents, including their first-ever performances in Brazil and Argentina. The Long Island band’s upcoming tour includes dates across the United States, Mexico, Spain, Brazil and Argentina. Beginning with an appearance at Salt Lake City’s Kilby Block Party, the brothers Brian and Michael D’Addario…

Ariana Grande has announced a new short film titled ‘Brighter Days Ahead’, set to accompany the deluxe edition of her album ‘Eternal Sunshine’. The singer has shared a teaser trailer on Instagram, which features the return of her character Peaches, previously introduced in the music video for ‘We Can’t Be Friends (Wait For Your Love)’.…

Benson Boone has reflected on opening for Taylor Swift at London’s Wembley Stadium during her Eras Tour, revealing he wasn’t initially familiar with her work (making him one of only twelve people on planet earth able to make such a claim – Ed). In a new interview with Rolling Stone, Boone discusses how he prepared…

NewJeans/NJZ fans have signed a petition requesting the dismissal of ADOR’s injunction against the group in Seoul court. Approximately 30,000 fans, including both domestic and international supporters, have added their names to the petition, which opened on 24th February. The coalition of fans released an accompanying statement addressing their position on the legal proceedings. The…

Mastodon have addressed guitarist Brent Hinds’ recent departure from the band after 25 years together. Speaking to Guitar World, guitarist Bill Kelliher has reflected on the band’s achievements with Hinds, saying: “It’s been a fun, wild fucking ride, that’s for sure. We achieved a lot of things that I never in a million years would…

Chappell Roan has confirmed her new single ‘The Giver’ will arrive on 13th March, marking her first release since 2024’s ‘Good Luck, Babe!’. The track draws inspiration from Roan’s lifelong connection to country music, though she emphasises this doesn’t signal a permanent genre shift. “I have such a special place in my heart for country…

Bon Iver have announced two new singles ahead of their forthcoming fifth album ‘SABLE, fABLE’, with one track featuring Danielle Haim. The band will release ‘If Only I Could Wait’ featuring Danielle and ‘Walk Home’ on 14th March, accompanied by lyric videos. Prior to the official release, both tracks will be previewed via In Such…

Deftones have announced additional North American tour dates, extending their current run into late summer 2025. The new leg begins at Rogers Arena in Vancouver on 22nd August, with the band set to perform across multiple cities including Edmonton, Calgary, Minneapolis, Buffalo, Montreal, Cleveland, Baltimore, before concluding at Kansas City’s T-Mobile Center on 17th September.…

Yungblud has returned to social media with a new look, marking what appears to be the start of a new era for the artist. The singer, real name Dom Harrison, has wiped his Instagram account clean, starting off by sharing just a single image of himself standing shirtless in front of Marshall speakers while holding…

Tamara & the Dreams have returned with new single ‘Successful Bisexual’, marking their first release since 2022. The Melbourne-based indie-pop project’s latest track was written while frontwoman Tamara was backpacking across the Greek Islands. The song explores themes of chasing experience and embracing desire, while addressing anxieties about the passage of time. “I wrote the…

Kae Tempest has announced three intimate underplay shows to coincide with their headline appearance at BBC Radio 6 Music Festival in Manchester. The artist will perform at Bristol’s Thekla, Leeds’ Belgrave Music Hall & Canteen, and London’s Village Underground this March, with their fifth studio album set for release via Island Records later this year.…

Lucy Dacus has shared new single ‘Talk’, taken from their upcoming fourth album ‘Forever Is A Feeling’, set for release on 28th March via Geffen Records/Polydor Label Group. The track follows previous singles ‘Ankles’, ‘Limerence’ and ‘Best Guess’ from the forthcoming record. Dacus recently performed ‘Ankles’ on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. The album’s…

Parcels have shared their first track of 2025, ‘Safeandsound’, via Because Music, alongside a live performance video of the new song. The track was recorded live at Golden Retriever Studios in Sydney, featuring all five members performing together in one room. Guitarist Jules Crommelin explains the inspiration behind the song: “The lyrics were inspired by…

Spiritbox have shared two surprise live tracks as part of a special edition of their latest album ‘Tsunami Sea’. The progressive metal band have released ‘Fata Morgana: Live from Alexandra Palace’, recorded at their recent London headline show, and ‘Perfect Soul: Live from L’Olympia’, captured during their Paris performance. Both tracks are included on ‘Tsunami…

Léa Sen has announced her debut album ‘LEVELS’, set for release via Partisan Records on 30th May. The London-based French singer, songwriter and producer has also shared new single ‘lvl 6 – VIDEO GAMES’, following last month’s ‘lvl 1 – HOME ALONE’. ‘LEVELS’ represents Sen’s artistic journey, conceptualised as a surreal hotel where each room…

The Isle of Wight Festival have announced a new wave of acts for their 2025 edition, completing the Main Stage and Big Top lineup ahead of the event, which runs from 19th-22nd June. Razorlight, Yard Act, English Teacher, Midge Ure, Pale Waves, Twin Atlantic, Alessi Rose, Amble, Nieve Ella, Arthur Hill, Mae Muller, Matilda Mann,…

Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025 have announced the final wave of acts set to perform at this year’s event, with Mumford & Sons confirmed as Sunday 25th May headliners. The festival, taking place at Liverpool’s Sefton Park, will see the multi-Grammy Award winners top the Main Stage bill, while BRIT winner JADE is set to…

HAIM have returned with new single ‘Relationships’, their first new material from an upcoming fourth studio album. The Los Angeles trio’s latest track, produced by Rostam Batmanglij and Danielle Haim, explores themes around the evolution of relationships. The release arrives alongside a video directed by Camille Summers-Valli, featuring the band alongside actor Drew Starkey. The…

The road to Arthur Hill’s debut EP, ‘In The Middle Of Somewhere’, hasn’t exactly been a conventional one. Pivoting from viral TikToks and content creation to the world of music might not be what some people would have expected from Arthur, but with each release, he has proven there is nowhere more natural for him…

CloseUp Festival have announced Ellie Dixon and Home Counties as resident DJs for their tenth-anniversary edition, completing the final wave of acts for the 2025 event. The three-day new music festival, taking place at Colours Hoxton in London from 22nd-24th May, will be headlined by Welsh pop artist CATTY, Dublin’s indie-pop group milk., and Kent…

Live Nation have announced the latest edition of their ‘Ones To Watch UK’ showcase, set to take place at The George Tavern, London on 14th April. The fourth instalment of the UK series will feature performances from emerging artists Fletchr Fletchr, Baby Said and SI EVOL at the iconic East London venue. The showcase follows…

Label: Lower ThirdReleased: 14th March 2025 Courting have never been a band that plays it safe, so why start now? On their masterful third album ‘Lust for Life’ etc., the Liverpudlian quartet unify the electronic-rock of debut ‘Guitar Music’ and pop-punk melodies of ‘New Last Name’ into an ambitious yet assured production that reinforces the band’s…

Label: Crackedankles RecordsReleased: 14th March 2025 YAANG’s debut EP ‘No’ captures that brilliant moment of indecision before a big night out – when you’re caught between the gravitational pull of the mosh pit and the glittering promise of the dancefloor. The Manchester trio have crafted four tracks that exist in this delicious liminal space, where pristine…

Label: VirginReleased: 14th March 2025 Coheed and Cambria continue their expansive world-building with ‘Vaxis Act III: The Father of Make Believe’. While furthering the story of The Amory Wars, the band shifts to a more personal perspective in their songwriting: lead vocalist Claudio Sanchez embodies The Father of Make Believe. Dedicated fans can delve deeper into…

Label: Sub PopReleased: 14th March 2025 clipping.’s ‘Dead Channel Sky’ doesn’t so much blur the lines between cyberpunk and rap as stick them in a digital blender and hit maximum speed. The experimental rap trio’s latest offering is a sprawling, 20-track journey through digital dystopia that manages to be both intellectually challenging and ridiculously entertaining. Drawing…

Mark Pritchard and Thom Yorke have announced their debut collaborative album ‘Tall Tales’, set for release on 9th May via Warp Records. The duo have shared new single ‘This Conversation Is Missing Your Voice’, which follows last month’s ‘Back In The Game’. The track premiered on BBC 6 Music’s Lauren Laverne show and arrives with…

MJ Lenderman has announced a European and UK tour for August 2025, including his largest London headline show to date at the Roundhouse. The tour, which follows the release of his album ‘Manning Fireworks’, begins at OFF Festival in Katowice on 3rd August, taking in appearances at Øya Festival, Way Out West, Syd For Solen…

Mark Hoppus is set to host an exclusive evening at London’s Savoy Theatre, discussing his new memoir Fahrenheit-182 on 5th May. The blink-182 bassist and vocalist’s event will feature a moderated conversation with a special guest. The event includes a copy of the book with each ticket, with tickets going on sale at 10am GMT…

Damiano David has announced his debut solo album ‘Funny Little Fears’, set for release via Sony Music Italy / Arista on 16th May. The 14-track album includes previously released singles ‘Born With A Broken Heart’, ‘Silverlines’, and ‘Next Summer’. The record marks David’s first solo venture following his work as lead vocalist of Måneskin. The…

Here at Dork, we don’t stop. Following a packed February of shows across the country, Dork’s Night Out rolls into the Sebright Arms for an evening that screams ‘exciting’. Three bands pointing towards what comes next and making their mark – tonight’s show would be impossible in a few years’ time, purely because each act…

The National’s Matt Berninger is set to release his second solo album ‘Get Sunk’ through Book/Concord Records. The album was created in collaboration with Grammy Award-winning producer and engineer Sean O’Brien, who also served as co-writer on several tracks. The project features contributions from numerous musicians, including Meg Duffy of Hand Habits, Julia Laws of…

Sunflower Bean have shared their new single ‘Nothing Romantic’, taken from their upcoming fourth album ‘Mortal Primetime’. “‘Nothing Romantic’ is about rejecting the myth of the tortured artist—realizing that the joys of creativity don’t have to come from the lows of misery,” the band explain. “The video mirrors this journey, capturing our lives as touring…

Barry Can’t Swim has returned with new single ‘The Person You’d Like To Be’, marking the first preview of an upcoming project from the Scottish electronic artist. Born Joshua Mainnie, Barry Can’t Swim released his debut album ‘When Will We Land?’ in October 2023, which reached number 12 on the Official U.K. Albums Chart. The…

Poppy has delivered a performance of ‘The Cost Of Giving Up’ on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’. The track appears on her 2023 album ‘Negative Spaces’, which saw the artist working with producer Jordan Fish, formerly of Bring Me The Horizon. The television appearance follows her previous spot on the show, where she performed alongside Knocked Loose…

Youth Music have warned that young people across the UK could lose access to grassroots music projects within the next decade, prompting the launch of a new campaign to prevent their closure. The charity, which supports young people making music in marginalised communities, reports that 41 per cent of grassroots youth music projects are currently…

Chappell Roan has revealed snippets of her new country-influenced single ‘The Giver’, set to arrive on 13th March. The singer has shared multiple preview clips of the track on TikTok, featuring herself and creative director Ramisha Sattar performing choreographed dances. The previews showcase the song’s chorus: “Cause you ain’t got to tell me / It’s…

Mura Masa has released new single ‘JUMP’, sampling the track ‘Hol up Your Foot and Jump’ by Zulu Lightning. The track arrives via his own Pond Recordings label, accompanied by a New York-shot video directed by The Reids featuring Double Dutch dance group Showdem Movement. The producer’s latest offering follows his 2024 album ‘Curve 1′,…

Courting have shared ‘Namcy’, the final single from their upcoming album ‘Lust for Life, Or: How To Thread The Needle And Come Out The Other Side To Tell The Story’, set for release on 14th March via Lower Third. “Namcy is designed to be very hopeful, a stark contrast to the edges of the album.…

Cliffords have shared their new single ‘Bittersweet’, their first release through Soil To The Sun. The Cork band, fronted by Iona Lynch, are following up on their self-released debut EP from last year, marking their first collaboration with producer Richie Kennedy at London’s Battery Studios. “Bittersweet is a more abstract look at nostalgia and our…

BBC Radio 1 have announced a wave of new additions to their Big Weekend 2025 line-up, with Aitch, AJ Tracey, Inhaler, and Wolf Alice set to perform at the Liverpool festival. The artists join previously announced headliner Sam Fender on the Saturday bill at Sefton Park, alongside Blossoms, Myles Smith, and Tom Odell. The festival’s…

Flow Festival Helsinki have announced their second wave of artists for 2025, with FKA twigs, Little Simz, Underworld, and Air among the new additions to the lineup. The Finnish festival, taking place at the Suvilahti power plant area between 8th-10th August, welcomes FKA twigs following the release of her album ‘EUSEXUA’, while Little Simz joins…

Search Results have shared new single ‘Wrinkle’ ahead of their series of UK tour dates, including an appearance at The Great Escape Festival. The Irish band, led by Jack Condon and Fionn Brennan, deliver their latest track in under two minutes, with the release arriving alongside a video that pays homage to office stock photography.…

These New Puritans have announced their fifth album ‘Crooked Wing’, set for release on 23rd May via Domino. The Essex duo have previewed the record with double A-side single ‘Bells’ / ‘Industrial Love Song’, the latter featuring a guest appearance from Caroline Polachek. The tracks are accompanied by a music video for ‘Industrial Love Song’,…

London rapper Chy Cartier has announced her debut mixtape ‘No Bring Ins’, set for release on 4th April. The North London artist has already shared tracks ‘Different Kettle’ and ‘Not The One’ from the upcoming project, and recently performed ‘SN’ for COLORS. Her previous releases include ’04’, ‘BOSSED UP’, ‘Snakes & Ladders Like Magic’, and…

Lucy Dacus has announced details of her fourth solo album ‘Forever Is A Feeling’, set for release via Polydor/Geffen. The 13-track record features previously released singles ‘Ankles’, ‘Limerence’ and ‘Best Guess’, alongside new songs including ‘Calliope Prelude’, ‘Modigliani’, and the title track ‘Forever Is A Feeling’. Hozier appears as a featured artist on the track…

FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY It’s a tale as old as time (or at least as long as pop groups have existed, so somewhere in the mid-1900s, probably): members of a pop group start feeling restricted by the confines of said group and start to forge their own paths. K-pop, one big marketing step ahead…

Haim have announced their new single ‘Relationships’ will arrive on 12th March. The sister trio have been teasing their return to music over recent weeks, initially sharing a snippet of the track on TikTok before previewing it at a fan event in London on 7th March. Alongside the announcement, the band have shared a teaser…

Bedroom pop has rarely reached the whopping capacities of the UK arena circuit without transforming into something weightier – think Billie Eilish’s darker electronic edge, Girl In Red’s recent power balladry or Conan Gray’s gradual pivot to full on 80s pop – but here’s Gracie Abrams, unwavering in her dedication to delicate, heartfelt pop and…

Down With Boring is back for its 150th (!!) episode tonight (10th March) for a new edition of our flagship radio-show-slash-podcast. Bradley Simpson  is our special guest, grabbed live and direct from our rammed Dork 100 show last month. That came straight ahead of the release of his debut solo album, ‘The Panic Years’, as…

“I like to do this thing where I scream… I don’t know if you’ve noticed,” grins Chloe Slater halfway through a rowdy headline gig at London’s Omeara. Last year’s debut EP ‘The Price Of Fun’ was a snarling attack on shitty landlords, inequality and corrupt systems, while recently released follow-up ‘Love Me Please’ was more…

Architects have announced a UK and European arena tour for October 2025, including a show at London’s O2 Arena. The band will be joined by Wage War and House of Protection for the run of dates. The tour announcement follows the release of Architects’ new album ‘The Sky, The Earth and All Between’, which debuted…

Ariana Grande is set to release ‘eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead’ on 28th March via Republic Records. The deluxe edition arrives on the one-year anniversary of Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine’ album, which topped the Billboard 200 upon its release, marking her sixth Number 1 album. The original record has since achieved RIAA Platinum status, featuring…

Griff has shared a new video for her viral single ‘last night’s mascara’, directed by Candice Lo. The track, which was initially teased during her tour with Sabrina Carpenter, has accumulated over 70 million views on TikTok. Griff has already performed the song on The Graham Norton Show and at her sold-out Alexandra Palace show…

“It’s the bit of the A52 where there’s an underpass, it’s a service station in the middle of nowhere, or it’s the fields on the way up through Belgium” lists Divorce’s Felix Mackenzie-Barrow, before co-vocalist Tiger Cohen-Towell jokingly chimes in: “It’s Leicester!” They’re musing over where Goldenhammer is. Only, they don’t know. Not really. Their…

Nova Twins have announced their third album ‘Parasites & Butterflies’, set for release on 29th August via Marshall Records. The duo have also shared new single ‘Soprano’ and revealed details of a UK and European headline tour for autumn 2025. The album was recorded in Vermont, USA, with producer Rich Costey, known for his work…

BBC Radio 1 have announced the first wave of acts for Big Weekend 2025, with Tom Grennan set to headline the opening day of the three-day festival at Liverpool’s Sefton Park. Taking place from 23rd May to 25th May, the event will see performances from Biffy Clyro, Katy B, Nia Archives, The Wombats and more…

The Common Thread Tour is a new multi-venue festival set to take place across Leeds and London this October. The event will feature performances from Hot Water Music, Spanish Love Songs, Comeback Kid, Joyce Manor, Tigers Jaw and loads more at venues including the Roundhouse, Underworld, Dingwalls, Camden Assembly and Black Heart in London, and…

SEULGI has released her second solo EP ‘Accidentally On Purpose’ via SM Entertainment. The Red Velvet member’s new six-track collection features lead single ‘Baby, Not Baby’, produced by GRAMMY-nominated producer Erick Serna, known for his work on Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Guts’ album. The track sees SEULGI addressing themes of independence and self-assertion. The project marks SEULGI’s…

Linkin Park have shared new studio footage showing the band recording fresh material. The clip, which appears in the latest episode of their LPTV FROM ZERO series, features Mike Shinoda and vocalist Emily Armstrong working on a new song at their LA studio. The episode also includes footage from the band’s ongoing world tour. Linkin…

James Blake has called for an end to people criticising Coldplay, stating that it’s “not cool anymore” to express hatred towards the band. Speaking on BBC Sounds podcast Sidetracked with Annie and Nick, Blake shared his frustrations regarding negative comments about the group. “Coldplay bashing has got to stop. It’s not cool anymore! It’s not…

April. How are we on April already? Not that we’re complaining about brighter evenings and loyalty card reductions on massive chocolate eggs. Nor are we complaining about the line-up of absolute icons we’ve got for you in our April 2025 issue, available to order now. First up, Camila Cabello might be a global pop icon,…

Good Neighbours have released a stripped-back version of their single ‘Ripple’, titled ‘Ripple (soft version)’. The new rendition follows their previous acoustic take on debut single ‘Home (soft version)’, which arrived in December. The duo recently secured a nomination for the BRITS Rising Star Award, and were long-listed in the BBC Sound Poll. They are…

Chloe Moriondo has shared a video for new single ‘abyss’, taken from their forthcoming album ‘oyster’. The track sees Moriondo exploring themes of freedom and emotional release. “‘abyss’ is a song about reckless abandon, kissing strangers, hearing the call of the void and answering. I wrote it when I was tired of thinking, of processing…

Label: InterscopeReleased: 7th March 2025 At this stage in her career, Lady Gaga calling an album ‘Mayhem’ almost sounds like a dare – to herself, to pop music, and to anyone expecting her to mellow out. Ever the master of reinvention, Gaga has spent the last few years indulging in jazz standards, country-tinged balladry and Hollywood…

Fiona-Lee’s debut EP ‘Nothing Compares To Nineteen’ is anything but a cautious introduction. Instead of playing it safe with breezy tunes or vague platitudes, the East Yorkshire singer-songwriter immediately confronts the most painful experiences of her youth. Across six tracks, she lays bare a turbulent coming-of-age story marked by depression, anxiety and even tragedy. For…

The Big Feastival have announced additional acts for their 2025 edition, with Mabel, Caity Baser, The Waeve, Daydreamers, and The Kites joining the line-up. Taking place from 22nd-24th August at Alex James’ Cotswolds farm, the festival will be headlined by Nelly Furtado, Faithless, and Alex James’ Britpop Classical. The new additions join previously announced acts…

Pet Shop Boys have shared a remix of Primal Scream’s ‘Innocent Money’, featuring vocals from Neil Tennant. The track forms part of the ‘Come Ahead’ remix project, which sees new versions of songs from Primal Scream’s latest album being released. Pet Shop Boys’ take on ‘Innocent Money’ incorporates Chicago-influenced acid house elements alongside Tennant’s vocals.…

Lady Gaga has discussed the motivations behind her trans rights speech at last month’s Grammy Awards, where she and Bruno Mars collected the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance award for ‘Die With A Smile’. Speaking to Zane Lowe for Apple Music, Gaga explained her position as a trans ally and addressed concerns about anti-trans legislation. “What…

Remember Monday have been announced as the UK’s entry for Eurovision 2025, with their song ‘What The Hell Just Happened?’. The trio, comprising Charlotte, Holly and Lauren, revealed their entry during Scott Mills’ BBC Radio 2 breakfast show. The track was co-written by Remember Monday alongside Billen Ted (Tom Hollings and Sam Brennan), Thomas Stengaard…

BTS’ J-hope has teamed up with Miguel for new single ‘Sweet Dreams’, which arrives following its live debut at the rapper’s recent Seoul concerts. The track, released via Big Hit Music, is described as an R&B pop offering, with the pair delivering lyrics including: “Yeah, sweet dreams come after hours / Nothing else thought out…

The 1975 have released a live recording of their ‘Still … At Their Very Best’ performance from Manchester’s AO Arena last year. The recording, which captures the band’s sold-out show from February 2024, is now available across streaming platforms. A limited edition triple clear vinyl pressing of the performance is also available for pre-order. The…

BLACKPINK’s Jennie has shared a new video for her single ‘Like Jennie’, taken from her debut solo album, ‘Ruby’. The track, co-produced by Diplo and co-written by Jennie alongside Zico, follows their previous collaboration on ‘Spot!’ in 2024. The accompanying visual sees Jennie dressed as an astronaut in ruby red attire. ‘Ruby’ features several collaborations,…

Lady Gaga has released her seventh studio album ‘MAYHEM’, arriving alongside news of upcoming live performances including Coachella and a historic free concert at Copacabana Beach. The 14-track album, executive produced by Gaga, Michael Polansky and Andrew Watt, was recorded at Shangri-La Studios in Malibu. The record features previously released singles ‘Disease’, ‘Abracadabra’, and ‘Die…

DORK MIXTAPE COVER STORY FOLLOW DORK MIXTAPE ON SPOTIFY It’s been four years since HotWax last came up for air. Since signing with Marathon Records, the Sussex trio have released two EPs, supported Brighton rockers Royal Blood around the USA, and played more festivals than they’ve had hot dinners. Oh, and they’re still only 20…

FOLLOW PLAY ON SPOTIFY Whenever SASAMI emerges with new music, there’s a sense that she’s pushing herself into unexplored corners of her creative universe. With her third album, ‘Blood On the Silver Screen’, she’s diving headfirst into bright, unapologetic pop – an embrace of big choruses, modern country drama, and playful references to some of…

“I want lightning to strike twice,” says Courtney LaPlante. Spiritbox’s electrifying breakout single ‘Holy Roller’ was an impulsive 2020 release, shared because the band had grown restless discussing logistics for a debut album still being recorded in their producer Dan Braunstein’s kitchen. With the band working full-time jobs, it was the most finished song they had.…

You know what’s easier than following around your fave pop stars, day in, day out, to see what they’re up to right that minute? Asking them. This month, we nab India Armstrong (bass) from overpass. 6:30am → I woke up to the sound of ‘Don’t Worry, Be Happy’ blasting through the speakers of the ferry…

When you load up Spotify, a great big chunk of the time you can’t think what to play, right? You default back to your old favourites, those albums and songs you played on repeat when you first discovered you could make them yours.  This isn’t about guilty pleasures; it’s about those songs you’ll still be…

Calvin Harris has shared a teaser of a new country-inspired track titled ‘Smoke The Pain Away’. The Scottish DJ and producer posted a clip on Instagram which sees him performing an acoustic guitar melody alongside his own vocals. The preview features Harris singing reflective lyrics: “Eyes sparkle like sun in June / Grow up and…

illuminati hotties have shared new single ‘777’, ahead of their UK and European tour dates supporting PUP this spring. The track, co-produced by Melina Duterte of Jay Som, follows their latest album ‘POWER’, which arrived via Hopeless Records in August 2024. Sarah Tudzin explains of the track: “777 is hanging out the sunroof, speeding, laughing…

Paris Paloma has made her U.S. late night television debut, performing her gold-certified single ‘Labour’ on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The performance, which aired on 6th March, featured backing vocals from The Resistance Revival Chorus and incorporated set design inspired by The Dinner Party feminist art installation. Paloma’s debut album ‘Cacophony’, released in…

Blondshell has released a Simlish version of her recent single ‘What’s Fair’, which features in The Sims 4‘s new Businesses and Hobbies Expansion Pack. The track, which sees Sabrina Teitelbaum‘s project perform the song in the game’s signature fictional language, is available now as part of the latest downloadable content for the long-running life simulation…

Finn Wolfhard has announced his debut solo album ‘Happy Birthday’ for 6th June, alongside sharing new single ‘Choose The Latter’. The Stranger Things actor’s new track arrives with a DIY music video featuring Wolfhard performing against a green-screen roller coaster backdrop. ‘Happy Birthday’ comprises nine tracks, developed from Wolfhard’s personal challenge to write 50 songs…

Julien Baker & TORRES have debuted their new song ‘Bottom of a Bottle’ on The Daily Show, performing the track from their forthcoming album ‘Send A Prayer My Way’. The duo appeared on the show to perform the new track and sat down with host Michael Kosta to discuss their upcoming album, creative process, and…

SKEGSS have shared their new single ‘So Excited’ via Loma Vista Recordings. The track was recorded with Chris Collins, who previously worked with the band on their albums ‘Rehearsal’ and ‘My Own Mess’. It arrives as the band embark on their five-week North American tour. “This song came together real quick in the studio, it…

FOLLOW UPSET ON SPOTIFY The birth of ‘DM:AM’ happened in twenty minutes flat — three musicians, one dimly lit Dublin studio, months of separation dissolving into post-punk alchemy. It’s the rare sort of creative combustion that would feel like a fluke if M(h)aol hadn’t made a habit of such moments. Jamie Hyland busied themselves with…

SEVENTEEN are set to bring their [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR to cinemas globally on 2nd April through a new concert film. The film, titled ‘SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN CINEMAS’, captures the group’s tour kickoff concert in Goyang, South Korea. The 128-minute feature showcases performances from SEVENTEEN’s Hip-hop Unit, Performance Unit, and Vocal Unit,…

Blusher have shared their new single ‘Racer’, marking the start of a fresh chapter for the Australian pop trio. The track follows a significant 2024 for the band, which saw them perform their first sold-out headline shows in London and Australia, appear at BST Hyde Park supporting Kylie Minogue, and complete tours across the US,…

BLACKPINK’s Lisa has discussed the initial uncertainty she faced whilst creating her debut solo album ‘Alter Ego’, revealing her naturally reserved personality. The K-pop idol spoke to The Wall Street Journal Magazine about her decision to pursue an independent solo career. “I’m a shy girl inside,” Lisa explained. “In BLACKPINK, we each have a position.…

Lady Gaga has detailed the sonic direction of her upcoming seventh studio album ‘Mayhem’, explaining how it differs from her previous releases. The album follows 2020’s ‘Chromatica’ and her 2024 ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’ companion record ‘Harlequin’. Three singles have been shared from the record so far: ‘Die With A Smile’ featuring Bruno Mars, ‘Disease’,…

Thom Yorke has released a live version of ‘Back In The Game’, his collaboration with Mark Pritchard, recorded at Sydney Opera House. The track, originally released on WARP Records in January, was performed live during Yorke’s solo tour of Asia, Australia and New Zealand in late 2024. The live version features Pritchard joining Yorke on…

Tei Shi has unveiled her first single of the year, ‘Best Be Leaving’, alongside announcing two headline shows this spring. The Canadian-Colombian artist’s new track was written during a creative retreat in Vancouver Island, Canada, produced alongside Noah Beresin and Tommy English. The single arrives following her self-titled album ‘Valerie’ and a series of jazz…

FLO have postponed their UK and European headline tour after Renée Downer sustained a knee ligament injury during rehearsals. The R&B trio were set to begin their ‘Access All Areas’ tour in Hamburg on 5th March, with shows planned across Europe before heading to the UK for dates in Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham and London. In…

Chloe Moriondo has shared new single ‘abyss’ ahead of their forthcoming album ‘oyster’, set for release on 28th March via Public Consumption / Atlantic Music Group. The track sees Moriondo exploring themes of freedom and emotional release, with the new single following February’s ‘hate it’ and January’s ‘shoreline’, both of which appear on the upcoming…

AJ Tracey has announced his third studio album ‘Don’t Die Before You’re Dead’, set for release on 13th June via Revenge Records. The West London rapper’s new record marks his return following a three-year hiatus from releasing music. The announcement arrives alongside a cinematic album trailer filmed at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, featuring various characters asking,…

Rachel Chinouriri has announced details of her new EP ‘Little House’, set for release on 4th April via Parlophone Records / Atlas Artists. Alongside the announcement, Chinouriri has shared new single ‘Can We Talk About Isaac?’, which premiered as the Hottest Record In The World on BBC Radio 1. The track marks a shift in…

Blair Jollands has released his fourth studio album ‘Little Comet’, out via Glowb Recordings (6th March 2025). The London-based, New Zealand-born singer-songwriter will mark the release with a headline show at London’s Water Rats on the same day. The new album follows Jollands’ recent singles ‘The Breaking’, ‘Don’t Cry’, ‘Make Love Great Again’, and ‘Cruel…

The 1975, Neil Young and Olivia Rodrigo have been announced as the headline acts for Glastonbury 2025. Neil Young’s confirmation as headliner follows his initial withdrawal from the festival earlier this year, while Rod Stewart is set to perform in the Sunday afternoon legends slot. While both The 1975 and Rodrigo have previously performed at…

Just when you thought your spring calendar couldn’t get any more gloriously stuffed with musical excellence, we’ve gone and done it again. Dork’s Night Out continues its relentless mission to bring the most exciting new talent to sticky-floored venues near you. The latest in our Dork 100 series of shows – yes, we’re celebrating our…

Life as a Latin star is a whirlwind. Burgeoning Argentine icon Nathy Peluso has completed the majority of her European tour in celebration of her second album, late 2024’s ‘Grasa’. It’s the day before her brief UK stint – a sold-out London Roundhouse show – and she’s a bit worse for wear. But, when your…

FOLLOW HYPE ON SPOTIFY In Atlanta, Georgia, where she still happily resides, Becca Harvey – better known as girlpuppy – has long been refining a sound that’s equal parts confessional and brimming with cathartic energy. On her new album ‘Sweetness’, the 25-year-old singer-songwriter pulls the curtain back on a more intense side of her artistry.…

Label: Submarine Cat RecordsReleased: 7th March 2025 Housewife’s ‘Girl Of The Hour’ EP captures those peculiar growing pains of early adulthood with refreshing candour, making for a coming-of-age soundtrack that seamlessly blends indie-pop warmth with grunge-tinged edges. Opening track ‘I Lied’ sets the tone with its rich, analog-feeling production that wraps around you like a well-worn…

Label: Gravity / CapitolReleased: 7th March 2025 On their debut album, Divorce craft a richly textured journey through the backroads of British indie, where twangy guitars meet synthesizer swells and chamber pop arrangements bloom unexpectedly from alt-country seeds. ‘Drive to Goldenhammer’ is both carefully constructed and marvellously spontaneous; a trip planned with obsessive detail that still…

Label: Communion RecordsReleased: 7th March 2025 Childhood memories have a particular way of shaping who we become. On ‘Applesauce’, the latest EP from Esme Emerson, the sibling pair turn their family photo album into something that’s both warmly familiar and refreshingly current. The collection blooms from seeds planted in their family’s garden, where an old apple tree…

University have released their new single ‘Massive Twenty One Pilots Tattoo’ via Transgressive, marking their first new material since their 2023 debut EP ‘Title Track’. The track, produced by the band alongside Kwes Darko and Andrea Cozzaglio, takes its name from a game of “what would be the worst tattoo in the world?” The single…

Radio Free Alice have shared new single ‘Empty Words’, ahead of their upcoming SXSW performances and UK summer residency. The track was written and recorded during the band’s downtime between shows in London last year, marking the first release from their forthcoming project scheduled for 2025. “Empty Words came out of a jam like most…

Label: Speedy WundergroundReleased: 7th March 2025 Moreish Idols’ debut album ‘All In The Game’ is delightfully tactile; the London five-piece have crafted a record that prioritises texture and atmosphere over hooks, creating an intricate tapestry that reveals gradually rather than announcing itself with fanfare. Producer Dan Carey’s fingerprints are evident throughout, particularly in the way he…

Ghost are set to release their sixth studio album ‘SKELETÀ’ via Loma Vista Recordings on 25th April. The album introduces frontman Tobias Forge’s latest incarnation, Papa V Perpetua, and arrives alongside new single ‘Satanized’. The track marks the first taste of new material from the band’s upcoming record. ‘SKELETÀ’ features ten tracks in total, with…

Doechii has released her new single ‘Anxiety’, following the track’s recent viral success on TikTok. The song samples Gotye and Kimbra’s ‘Somebody That I Used to Know’, with its origins tracing back to a version Doechii performed on her YouTube channel five years ago. The track follows Doechii’s appearance on Sleepy Hallow’s ‘ANXIETY’, where she…

Label: GlassnoteReleased: 7th March 2025 It’s surprisingly rare that an artist sounds like they’re having the time of their life while pushing themselves to new creative heights. Hamilton Leithauser’s ‘This Side of the Island’ radiates this rare combination of joy and artistic ambition, delivering a collection that feels both accomplished and delightfully unrestrained. The former Walkmen…

Sam Fender has kicked off his European tour with a show at Paris’ Olympia, marking his first headline performance since the release of his third album ‘People Watching’ and his recent BRIT Award win for Best Rock/Alt Act. The North Shields singer-songwriter performed four tracks from ‘People Watching’ live for the first time during the…

Scowl have shared new single ‘Tonight (I’m Afraid)’, the final preview of their upcoming album ‘Are We All Angels’, set for release via Dead Oceans. The track follows previous singles ‘B.A.B.E’, ‘Not Heaven, Not Hell’, and ‘Special’. ‘Are We All Angels’ sees the band working with producer Will Yip, known for his work with Turnstile,…

IDLES have announced the full line-up for their upcoming Block Party shows at Bristol’s Queen Square, set to take place on 1st and 2nd August. The events, which mark Queen Square’s first major live music events in over 20 years, will be IDLES’ only UK headline shows of 2025, serving as a homecoming celebration for…

Cardiff’s Panic Shack have returned with ‘Gok Wan’, their first new material in over two years, released via Brace Yourself Records. The track, which received its first play from Huw Stephens on BBC 6 Music, marks the first preview of the quintet’s upcoming debut album. The band – Sarah Harvey (vocals), Meg Fretwell (guitar/backing vocals),…

Mighty Hoopla have announced the line-up for their inaugural Malta weekender, set to take place from 26th-29th September 2025. The festival, which moves from its previous home at Butlin’s Bognor Regis, will be headlined by Melanie C and Leigh-Anne. The event will also feature performances from Rose Gray, Katy B, Ultra Nate and Malta’s 2025…

Label: Modern SkyReleased: 7th March 2025 The Lathums’ third album finds them caught between comfort zones and creative risks, delivering a collection that’s equal parts ambitious experimentation and familiar indie foundations. ‘Matter Does Not Define’ sees the Wigan quartet pushing into new territory – sometimes successfully, more often less so – while holding onto the storytelling…

Label: Rise RecordsReleased: 7th March 2025 ‘Tsunami Sea’ arrives with the confidence of a band who’ve graduated from promising newcomers to Alexandra Palace headliners and decided that, actually, playing it safe is for cowards. Where ‘Eternal Blue’ announced their arrival with a carefully calibrated blend of crushing riffs and celestial melodies, this follow-up feels like Spiritbox…

Label: Future ClassicReleased: 7th March 2025 Freak Slug’s debut album ‘I Blow Out Big Candles (But With A Cherry On Top)’ feels a bit like the world’s most chaotic birthday bash – there’s cake everywhere, someone’s definitely casting spells in the corner, and the playlist keeps switching between bedroom pop sweetness and delightfully unhinged punk energy.…

Label: Marathon ArtistsReleased: 7th March 2025 If you’re even remotely familiar with HotWax, you’ll know that they don’t come to play. Breakout singles ‘Rip It Out’ and ‘A Thousand Times’ unleashed a trio hellbent on destruction through anarchic shouty vocals, hardcore-adjacent drumming, and guitar lines designed to melt faces and open up the pit.  Well, that…

Label: DominoReleased: 7th March 2025 Sasami has gone through quite the sonic journey. Her self-titled debut was a shoegaze fan’s greatest fantasy with its brooding guitars, melancholy lyrics and synth parts galore, while 2022’s ‘Squeeze’ embraced metal influences. ‘Blood on the Silver Screen’ is a departure from the heaviness found in her earlier work; it’s an…

Label: Big Scary MonstersReleased: 7th March 2025 There’s no better way to face adversity than to stare bravely into the abyss. Atlanta’s Michael Cera Palin know all about adversity, and after existing for nearly a decade – a decade that also includes a brief hiatus – ‘We Could Be Brave’ is a fully-formed, taut and lithe…

Label: Gravity / Capitol RecordsReleased: 7th March 2025 Growing up hurts, and Fiona-Lee’s debut EP ‘Nothing Compares to Nineteen’ captures that specific ache of early adulthood with unflinching honesty and warmth, even as it wrestles with grief, exploitation, and the endless quest for validation in our digitally-mediated world. The title-track sets the emotional stakes early, processing…

Hope Tala’s debut album is her coming-of-age story, even down to ‘Hope Handwritten’’s artwork, which features the scribbled date of her birth and choice lyrics. It’s come together as she’s navigated her twenties, going through the motions of loving and living. As she puts it, she let her gut lead the way. “Everything was chronicling…

Nostalgia is a powerful force, and it goes without saying that music is one of its most potent enforcers. Our favourite songs are bound to be imbued with memories and meaning that stand the test of time, and the songs of a certain period will always be able to transport us right back there. For…

Alanis Morissette has announced a headline show at London’s The O2 on 27th July, marking the final date of the European leg of their 2025 World Tour. The seven-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist will perform across the UK and Ireland this summer, including a landmark show at Live Nation’s new venue, Blackweir in Cardiff, where they…

London’s Sebright Arms has a reputation. A calling card for bands across the globe, it’s often their first port of call when taking those initial steps that define exciting new acts. Those nights packed into the basement venue to witness the ‘next big thing’ before heading upstairs to discuss just how exciting things are getting…

Chloe Qisha has released her new single ‘Sex, Drugs, & Existential Dread’, marking her second release of 2025. The track follows her previous single ’21st Century Cool Girl’ as well as her 2024 self-titled debut EP, and arrives alongside an accompanying music video. “Last year, myself, Rob Milton & Mary Weitz were listening to songs…

Dutch Mustard has released new single ‘Dreaming’ via DM Records, coinciding with upcoming performances at New York’s New Colossus Festival. The project, helmed by Netherlands-born artist Sarah-Jayne Riedel (SJ), continues to evolve her signature blend of ethereal dream-pop and 90s alt-rock. “Dreaming captures that strange grey area at the start of a relationship—when you’re unsure…

The Great Escape have announced English Teacher as the headliners for their first-ever Billboard UK Live Stage, alongside more than 100 new additions to their 2025 line-up. The alternative and indie contingent also features Brighton-based Welly, shoegaze four-piece She’s In Parties, and dance-punk outfit Home Counties, while electronic acts include Nigerian-Canadian musician Debby Friday and…

Slayer have announced a series of headline performances across the US, Canada, and the UK, marking their first shows in the UK and Canada in six years. The metal icons will perform at several major venues, including Cardiff’s Blackweir Fields, London’s Finsbury Park, and Quebec’s Festival d’été de Québec. The band will also join Black…

yeule has announced their new album ‘Evangelic Girl is a Gun’, set for release on 30th May via Ninja Tune. Alongside the announcement, they have shared new single ‘Skullcrusher’, co-produced by yeule, Clams Casino and Fitnesss. The new album represents yeule’s most emotionally direct work to date, exploring themes of self-destructive identity within post-modernity. The…

The 2025 BRIT Awards red carpet transformed the O2 into fashion’s most forgiving battlefield – where sequinned armour met tactical understatement and nobody quite died of embarrassment. It was less ceremonial procession and more high-definition study in the art of being looked at for a living – sometimes while wearing a coat made of teddies.…

Black Country, New Road have shared new single ‘Happy Birthday’, taken from their upcoming album ‘Forever Howlong’, set for release on 4th April via Ninja Tune. The track arrives as the second preview of their third studio album, following lead single ‘Besties’. The new record marks their first studio release since 2022’s ‘Ants From Up…

The Voidz have released a new track titled ‘Blue Demon’, taken from their forthcoming EP due this spring. The new single combines electronic elements with guitar work and vocalist Julian Casablancas‘ falsetto, and follows their recent album ‘Like All Before You’. The band are currently embarking on a series of European performances, including festival appearances…

Queues stream around the block. There’s talk of Colours Hoxton never being this busy so early. Fans ready to flock to the front from the moment the venue doors open. Bradley Simpson is in town and it’s another Dork’s Night Out for the history books. Serving up special moments that could never be repeated, just…

FOLLOW THE AGENDA ON SPOTIFY On Saturday night at the O2 Arena, the Brit Awards delivered its usual spectacle of pop pageantry and pyrotechnics – but it was the winners’ speeches that struck the loudest chord. One after another, artists used their moment on stage not for glib thank-yous or cheeky stunts but to sound…

FORWARDS Festival have announced their 2025 headliners, with Barry Can’t Swim and Ezra Collective set to co-headline the Saturday night, while Doechii, Jorja Smith and The Last Dinner Party will share headlining duties on Sunday. Taking place across the weekend of 23rd and 24th August at Clifton Downs, Bristol, the lineup also features performances from…

Kayla Grace has announced her new EP ‘Cats Can Surf’, set for release on 21st March via Manifest Music, alongside sharing new single ‘a leith ross song’. The seven-track EP follows her 2023 debut ‘Glass Child’ and includes recent single ‘Berlin’. The new collection has been produced by Barns Noble, with the 22-year-old Watford-born songwriter…

The Maccabees have announced their first European headline tour in nine years, following news of their recent reformation. The band will perform across Germany, Belgium, The Netherlands and France this June, marking their first appearances in these territories since early 2016. The shows follow the announcement of their upcoming headline performance at London’s All Points…

Charli xcx has dominated the BRIT Awards 2025 with Mastercard, taking home five awards including Mastercard Album of the Year for ‘BRAT’, Artist of the Year, and Song of the Year with Mastercard for ‘Guess featuring Billie Eilish’. The ceremony, which took place at The O2 arena in London, saw Charli also collect awards for…

As the red carpet unfurls like a bleeding tongue from the O2’s gaping maw, another BRITs ceremony lurches into life – that annual ritual where the UK music industry gathers to pat itself on the back, down free champagne, and occasionally witness genuine moments of pop chaos-slash-magic. The 2025 edition arrives with Charli XCX leading the…

The Driver Era have released a double single featuring new tracks ‘Can’t Believe She Got Away’ and ‘Don’t Take the Night’, ahead of their fourth studio album ‘Obsession’. The alt-pop duo, consisting of brothers Ross and Rocky Lynch, involved their fanbase in the release strategy by allowing them to vote on which single would be…

Two Shell have released their latest single ‘Oops…’, marking their first new material since their self-titled debut album. The London electronic duo’s new track continues their exploration of experimental dance music, combining elements of electroclash and house. The single received its first public airing during London Fashion Week, where Two Shell provided music for Marie…

Paris Texas have released their surprise second EP ‘They Left Me With A Gun’, following last week’s ‘They Left Me With The Sword’. The new six-track collection takes a different sonic direction from its predecessor, embracing harsher and more experimental sounds. Both EPs arrive with accompanying music videos co-written by Louie Pastel, Felix, and Dan…

Damiano David has released new single ‘Next Summer’, accompanied by a music video set in an Italian prison. The track marks the third single from David’s debut solo project, following previous releases ‘Born With A Broken Heart’ and ‘Silverlines’. The video explores themes of internal struggle, depicting David as an inmate. “At first listen, the…

Neil Young And The Chrome Hearts are set to headline American Express presents BST Hyde Park on 11th July, joined by Yusuf / Cat Stevens and Van Morrison. The performance forms part of Young and The Chrome Hearts’ Love Earth World Tour across Europe and North America. The band features Young on guitar and vocals,…

Benson Boone has released his new single ‘Sorry I’m Here For Someone Else’ via Night Street Records/Warner Records. The track marks Boone’s first release of 2025, following his performance of ‘Beautiful Things’ at the 67th Grammy Awards, where he received a nomination for Best New Artist. He is also currently nominated for International Artist Of…

DORK MIXTAPE COVER STORY FOLLOW DORK MIXTAPE ON SPOTIFY Deep Sea Diver’s ‘Billboard Heart’ emerges from an artistic crisis like a phoenix sporting an electric guitar – a testament to creative rebirth through calculated chaos. Jessica Dobson – the Seattle-based musician whose guitar work has seen her grace stages with The Shins, Beck, and Yeah…

FOLLOW UPSET ON SPOTIFY When Patty Walters declared music was no longer at the forefront of his life and put As It Is on the shelf for safekeeping in January 2024 – just as You Me At Six were announcing their farewell tour – it felt like the end of an era. For co-vocalist Patty…

FOLLOW PLAY ON SPOTIFY It’s not easy to make it as a band in today’s world. This, Dear Reader, is not news. Spare a thought, then, for Swedish punk rock losers Viagra Boys, whose name alone is enough to redirect a newsletter to junk or raise a few eyebrows when merch is worn out of…