Wolf Alice announce huge UK tour, including Brixton Academy
Autumn date follows the release of ‘My Love Is Cool’.
27th April 2015
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FFS share new track ‘Collaborations Don’t Work’
The ironically named track comes from Franz Ferdinand and Sparks’ new collaborative project ahead of their debut.
27th April 2015
Sun Kil Moon and Jesu are working on a new collaborative release
Jesu’s Justin K. Broadrick tweeted the news this morning
27th April 2015
The Vaccines share ‘Minimal Affection’
Watch a video for the latest song to be lifted from ‘English Graffiti’.
27th April 2015
Taylor Swift’s music is louder than AC/DC, Motorhead, and Metallica
Swift’s ‘1989’ has a better dynamic range rating than some classic metal albums, according to a new ‘Loudness Wars’ study.
26th April 2015
Killer Mike calls for more minority-owned record labels
The Run the Jewels member also live-blogged his attendance at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner last night.
26th April 2015
Jay Z responds directly to TIDAL criticisms with a series of tweets
“Stream of consciousness” posts saw the rapper defending his new venture.
26th April 2015
Crystal Castles are back in the studio without Alice Glass
“I have no desire to throw any shade,” added Ethan Kath, who is back in the studio with a new vocalist called Edith.
25th April 2015
John Metcalfe and Bat For Lashes share new song ‘Just Let Go’
Natasha Khan appears on the renowned arranger’s forthcoming album ‘The Appearance of Colour’.
25th April 2015
Josh Homme launches charity with members of Paramore and Jimmy Eat World
The Sweet Stuff Foundation will aid musicians with disabilities and serious illnesses.
25th April 2015
Circa Waves announce new UK headline tour
Liverpool-based group will hit the road again this October
25th April 2015
Nils Frahm to play Mary Anne Hobbs BBC Proms show
Frahm will be joined by A Winged Victory For The Sullen at the event later this year.
25th April 2015
Marcus Mumford describes his band’s name as “a ball-ache”
Mumford & Sons leader has said they considered changing their stage name.
25th April 2015
Paul Weller criticises David Cameron for stating he’s a fan of The Jam’s ‘Eton Rifles’
Weller asks Cameron — who was ironically a cadet corp himself — “which bit didn’t you get?”
25th April 2015
Alex James says there was “ill feeling” before Blur’s reunion
The cheesemaking bassist said the band was like a “four-headed monster” prior to the band’s split in 2003.
25th April 2015
Frank Ocean legally changes his name
It’s official, Chris Breaux is no more after Ocean’s name change request was approved in Los Angeles.
24th April 2015
Club Kuru previews new EP with ‘Long Drive’
Dream along to the Bristol via London producer’s latest track.
24th April 2015
HEALTH are back! Watch the ‘New Coke’ video, from the ‘Death Magic’ LP
Group’s new album is out 7th August.
24th April 2015
Diplo doesn’t want to be Diplo anymore
Diplo says he’s planning on retiring his dinosaur moniker to focus on Major Lazer.
24th April 2015
The Chemical Brothers announce new album, share new single ‘Sometimes I Feel So Deserted’
‘Born In The Echoes’ features collaborations with St. Vincent, Beck, and Q‑Tip
24th April 2015
Florence and the Machine and Rihanna set to appear on Saturday Night Live
Florence Welch will perform on May 9th, with Rihanna playing the Louis CK-hosted finale show the following week.
24th April 2015
New issue of DIY out now, feat. Mumford & Sons, Brandon Flowers, Alabama Shakes & more
DIY is free — pick up a copy in our usual UK stockists or read for free online and via Apple Newsstand. Plus read our 2015 Festival Guide online for free!
24th April 2015
Watch Chet Faker perform ‘Gold’ on Jimmy Kimmel
The Australian musician also announced a string of European tour dates this summer.
24th April 2015
BadBadNotGood & Ghostface Killah announce first European tour dates
The handful of shows include dates in London, Paris and Amsterdam
24th April 2015
Featuring Yard Act, Death Cab For Cutie, Graham Coxon, Maisie Peters and more.