MOULD & L’objectif to play first edition of DIY Neu Nights in London
The intimate show — taking place at Bermondsey Social Club later this month — is brought to you with the support of PRS For Music.
5th June 2026
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5th June 2026
Nia Archives shares new ’90s electronica-inspired cut ‘Vertical’
The track gets lifted from her forthcoming new album, ‘Emotional Junglist’, which is out this summer.
5th June 2026
The Neu Bulletin (bed, Die Twice, Alewya and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
5th June 2026
4th June 2026
Pixies stay true to their no-nonsense roots for special Royal Albert Hall anniversary outing
For all their understated demeanour, they clearly don’t take the last four decades for granted.
4th June 2026
Get To Know… she’s green
Mesmerising modern shoegaze from the Minneapolis underground.
4th June 2026
3rd June 2026
Maisie Peters: Seasons Change
After a series of high profile support slots and live shows around the effervescent pop of last LP ‘The Good Witch’, Maisie Peters found herself ready for a gear change. With her third album ‘Florescence’, she’s dug a little deeper and found contentment in the more intimate moments of life.
3rd June 2026
Swim Deep offer up life-affirming latest single ‘You, Me & Mary’
It’s a poignant ode to frontman Austin Williams’ family, which he’s described as “a real full-circle moment”.
3rd June 2026
Mykki Blanco introduces new album ‘CAFE PARADISO’
He’s described it as both “a record for artsy kids” and a soundtrack for “cosmopolitan aesthetes to sit alone in a café.”
3rd June 2026
Belle & Sebastian launch Scotland’s World Cup with new footie anthem ‘It Only Takes One Lion’
This year’s tournament is the first to welcome the Tartan Army since 1998.
3rd June 2026
2nd June 2026
KuleeAngee: “Being in a rave is one of the top five feelings in life”
Since a post-pandemic outing to Dalston Superstore’s dancefloor, KuleeAngee have been carving out a sound fuelled by rave euphoria, DIY experimentation and a refusal to be boxed in by genre.
2nd June 2026
The Avalanches reunite with Jamie xx for summer staple ‘Every Single Weekend’
They last collaborated back in 2024 for Jamie’s ‘In Waves’ cut ‘All You Children’.
2nd June 2026
Kelela drops latest ‘new avatar’ preview ‘point blank’
She’s also shared details of a headline tour spanning North America, Europe, and the UK.
2nd June 2026
Taylor Swift to release Toy Story 5 song ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’
The original track will arrive this Friday (5th June).
2nd June 2026
1st June 2026
Ariana Grande unveils video for ‘hate that i made you love me’
The single is our first preview of her forthcoming new album ‘petal’.
1st June 2026
Heidi Curtis: “If I can maintain a windswept, untethered feeling, that’s when I know I’m on to something”
Infusing punchy, earnest folk-rock with hard-hitting introspection, Heidi Curtis’ debut EP ‘Hollow Heart’ is the culmination of 20 years of graft, grief, and gratitude.
1st June 2026
Charli xcx confirms new album ‘Music, Fashion, Film’
Here we go again…
1st June 2026
Panda Bear and Sonic Boom team up for second joint album ‘A ? of WHEN’
It won’t be available on streaming services, either: “from here on in we’re getting back to a place of real connectivity”.
1st June 2026
The Magic Gang’s Jack Kaye is back with debut solo single ‘Dora’
It’s been six (!) years since he last released music with his former band.
1st June 2026
Keo launch debut album ‘Put A Smile On For Me’ with snarling lead single ‘That’s Me’
The London quartet’s first full-length lands this Autumn.
1st June 2026
Role Model confirms third album ‘Chuck Timely & The Hourglass’
The LP’s lead single will arrive on Wednesday (3rd June).
1st June 2026
Barry Can’t Swim drops groove-infused summer banger ‘Return To Bhibo’
It’s the former DIY cover star’s first new music of 2026.
1st June 2026
Graham Coxon schedules November 2026 UK tour
The career-spanning headline shows are in support of his forthcoming solo studio album, ‘Castle Park’.
1st June 2026
29th May 2026
Ezra Collective return with details of fourth studio album ‘Here Because Of Hope’
The groundbreaking jazz group have opened their new chapter with the LP’s Pa Salieu-featuring lead single ‘Only Love’.
29th May 2026
Lily Allen recruits JADE for sassy new ‘Beg For Me’ remix
The ‘West End Girl’ star headlines Mighty Hoopla fest this weekend.
29th May 2026
More acts added to LIDO lineup for Maribou State headline day
Kelly Lee Owens, DJ Koze, and Lady Wray will all play the London vent, which has now been moved to August.
29th May 2026
28th May 2026
Marmozets: A Family Affair
Eight years on from the release of their last album, Bingley band Marmozets are finally back for a second round. Ahead of their new LP ‘CO.WAR.DICE’, frontwoman Becca Bottomley reflects on their journey back to the band, this new era, and their next new arrival (which isn’t just the record).
28th May 2026
Little Simz & Joy Crookes get festival season off to a scorching start at Cross The Tracks 2026
Before, though, there’s a whole day’s run-up of jazz, funk and soul perfectly suited to such raised temperatures.
28th May 2026
Jungle soundtrack soaring temperatures with new single ‘The Wave’
It comes accompanied by a one-take choreographic video shot on location in South Africa.
28th May 2026
Gilla Band break release drought with new single ‘Giraffe’
The Dublin band have also announced a full slate of headline tour dates for 2026/2027.
28th May 2026
27th May 2026
Lucia & The Best Boys team up with Abigail Morris for new single ‘Big Romance’
The Last Dinner Party vocalist previously played alongside the Scottish outfit as part of their touring band. Who knew!
27th May 2026
Dua Saleh: Life On Earth
Sudanese-American singer Dua Saleh on their romantic-apocalyptic trilogy, working with Bon Iver, and finding hope in the darkness.
27th May 2026
Kaiser Chiefs to top the bill at Mallorca Live Occident 2026
The British indie troupe will join the likes of The Prodigy, The Libertines and Cypress Hill at the Balearic event next month.
27th May 2026
Pyncher, Holly Head & more help to showcase Manchester’s rich music scene at Fifth Floor Fest
A beautiful convergence of the best up-and-coming Northern talent.
27th May 2026
Kurt Vile — Philadelphia’s been good to me
4 Stars
A love letter to his hometown that both aches with nostalgia and swells with affection.
27th May 2026
26th May 2026
Lola Young returns with James Blake-produced new single ‘From Down Here’
The single doubles as her first new music since the release of last year’s ‘I’m Only Fucking Myself’.
26th May 2026
Opus Kink share title track from forthcoming new album ‘The Sweet Goodbye’
The track gets lifted from their debut LP, which is due out at the end of July.
26th May 2026
Lykke Li: Raw Power
Almost 20 years on from the release of her debut EP, Swedish pop auteur Lykke Li is as bold as ever. With the the release of her sixth full-length ‘The Afterparty’, she’s fuelled by an intense love of songwriting, a carnal desire for creativity, and a dose of insomnia for good measure.
26th May 2026
Reeperbahn Festival adds 70+ new names to 2026 lineup
Shame, Bleech 9:3, Lowertown and more are all heading to Hamburg this September.
26th May 2026
Matilda Mann announces new album ‘Kismet’
Alongside the news of her second album, the singer has also shared her newest single, ‘The Fig Tree’.
26th May 2026
Mitski dances to her own tune for compelling Royal Albert Hall performance
If anything, tonight shows that her newer influx of fans are more than onboard with a little bit of weird.
26th May 2026
Gently Tender announce plans for UK & Ireland headline tour
Fresh from releasing their new EP, the five-piece have shared details of an 11-date run this November.
26th May 2026
The Neu Bulletin (THEATRE, Essence Martins, Chloe Slater and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
26th May 2026
24th May 2026
Genesis Owusu: Community Of Hope
With his boundary-breaking third album ‘REDSTAR WU & THE WORLDWIDE SCOURGE’, Genesis Owusu is calling for solidarity and community in the face of societal collapse.
24th May 2026
22nd May 2026
Gurriers introduce second album ‘Nobody’s Coming To Save You’ with fierce title track
The Dublin noiseniks next full-length will land this Autumn via Play It Again Sam.
22nd May 2026
Olivia Rodrigo checks into heartbreak hospital in ‘the cure’ video
Judging from her latest single, the prognosis for ‘you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love’ is, well, sad.
22nd May 2026
Charli xcx takes intriguing left turn with new single ‘SS26’
If ‘Rock Music’ was the night before, this is the morning after.
22nd May 2026
Sam Fender, CMAT, ROSALÍA and more win at The Ivors 2026
The annual award ceremony honours exceptional achievements in songwriting.
22nd May 2026
Stormzy teams up with Odeal for joint single ’24 Hours’
It’s the rapper’s first official release in over three years — and lands just in time for the bank hol weekend.
22nd May 2026
Bleachers — everyone for ten minutes
4 Stars
A display of the magic that can happen when people come together to write songs.
22nd May 2026
Panic Shack return with blistering new single ‘grin & bear it’
It’s the Cardiff quintet’s first release since the arrival of their self-titled debut LP last summer.
22nd May 2026
21st May 2026
JPEGMAFIA drops uncompromising new album ‘EXPERIMENTAL RAP’
The genre disruptor’s latest LP is a huge 25-track project that he announced just three weeks ago.
21st May 2026
Westside Cowboy reveal plans for debut album ‘It Goes On’
The breakout quartet’s first full-length will arrive this summer.
21st May 2026
20th May 2026
Rostam: Stars and Stripes
Whether as a producer, Vampire Weekend member, or artist in his own right, Rostam has been the man behind some of America’s greatest modern indie successes; now, with third solo album ‘American Stories’, he’s attempting to find his own place in the world.
20th May 2026
The Great Escape 2026: DIY’s best sets
Our rundown of the new music bonanza’s biggest moments and standout acts.
20th May 2026
Getdown Services gear up for new album ‘Massive Champion’
Leading the charge for the duo’s next LP is lead single ‘I Can’t Die Like That’.
20th May 2026
Marmozets — CO.WAR.DICE
4-5 Stars
A ferocious return to the forefront.
20th May 2026
Ecca Vandal — Looking For People To Unfollow
3-5 Stars
A varied collection that exhibits Ecca Vandal as a truly exciting rock act.
20th May 2026
19th May 2026
My New Band Believe: “The best thing, the most exciting thing, is to react to the unexpected”
After coming to life in somewhat of a fever dream, My New Band Believe — the new project from former black midi bassist Cameron Picton — is as intriguing and far-reaching as its name would suggest.
19th May 2026
Chloe Qisha shows vulnerable side in new offering ‘Surprise Surprise’
The popstar-in-waiting’s latest track is a tone-shifting, melancholy ballad.
19th May 2026
mary in the junkyard step into the ring in video for latest single ‘New Muscles’
The trio have also shared plans for a 2026 headline tour around the UK, Europe, and North America.
19th May 2026
18th May 2026
Wolf Alice: Park Life
One of their generation’s greatest indie success stories, with latest album ‘The Clearing’ Wolf Alice have well and truly conquered the big leagues while always staying true to their roots. Returning to North London this summer for the fullest of full-circle moments, the band are rounding out their victory lap the only place possible — with a hometown turn at Finsbury Park playing their biggest ever headline show.
18th May 2026
Tove Lo announces new album ‘ESTRUS’ with pulsing lead single ‘I’m your girl right?’
The Swedish pop sensation’s sixth LP will land in September.
18th May 2026
Blondshell schedules 2026 North America and UK/Europe tour
She’s also dropped “a first taste of her next album” in the form of new track ‘Heart Has To Work So Hard’.
18th May 2026
Jorja Smith drops new garage banger ‘What’s Done Is Done’
It’s a surefire summer playlist addition.
18th May 2026
Mystery Jets confirm details of seventh studio album ‘A Hole To See The Sky Through’
The indie troubadours have also shared the record’s opener and pseudo-title track.
18th May 2026
Jazmin Bean returns with new single ‘Darling’
The soaring track doubles as their first new music in almost two years.
18th May 2026
Baby Queen offers up video for new single ‘Word Vomit’
Her latest track follows on from previous single ‘Feel Something’, which landed earlier this year.
18th May 2026
15th May 2026
South London quintet Y: “We don’t overthink anything too much”
Born out of lockdown mundanity and deep roots in the South London scene, Y’s brand of ‘80s inflected dance-punk is intoxicating and enthralling.
15th May 2026
Chloe Slater shares new anti-consumerist anthem ‘Ugly’
The Manchester-based singer has followed up her 2025 track ‘War Crimes’ with another powerful offering.
15th May 2026
13th May 2026
Wolf Alice are the cover stars of DIY’s May 2026 issue!
Our festival special also features chats with Kasabian, Lykke Li, Genesis Owusu, Marmozets and loads more.
13th May 2026
The Strokes share new ‘Reality Awaits’ preview ‘Falling Out Of Love’
Autotune reigns supreme, it seems.
13th May 2026
Get To Know… Truthpaste
London’s latest entrancing experimentalists.
13th May 2026
Genesis Owusu — REDSTAR WU & THE WORLDWIDE SCOURGE
4-5 Stars
A record that pounds with an undeniable sense of urgency and energy.
13th May 2026
Rostam — American Stories
4 Stars
A record of reflection and connection that ranks among the more beautiful-sounding you might hear this year.
13th May 2026
Dua Saleh — Of Earth & Wires
4-5 Stars
An experimental but somehow ecclesiastical declaration of hope against the odds.
13th May 2026
Kevin Morby — Little Wide Open
4 Stars
The record’s strength lies in Kevin’s knack for turning simplicity into poignancy.
13th May 2026
Towa Bird — Gentleman
2-5 Stars
Almost aggressive in its pursuit of radio friendliness.
13th May 2026
12th May 2026
Show Me The Body confirm details of new album ‘Alone Together’
They’ve officially launched their next chapter with pummelling new single ‘No God’.
12th May 2026
Fat Dog pull no punches with ’80s-tinged track ‘Go Fuck Urself’
The South London chaos merchants have also shared plans for a new UK/EU tour.
12th May 2026
Mystery Jets return with roaring single ‘Black Sage’
It’s the indie outfit’s first new music in four years.
12th May 2026
Bloc Party reveal plans for new album ‘Anatomy Of A Brief Romance’
The indie stalwarts’ seventh LP promises to be their most personal, candid record to date.
12th May 2026
Wasia Project announce debut album ‘Nocturne’
The sibling duo of Will Gao and Olivia Hardy will release their first full-length this September.
12th May 2026
11th May 2026
Rosalía exceeds all expectations with staggering O2 show as part of her ‘LUX’ London stop
Underneath the spectacle, there is something more searching.
11th May 2026
Ebbb, Bricknasty, Max Baby & more join bill for Poland’s BitterSweet Festival
Ten new acts have been added the lineup for this year’s event, which takes place this August.
11th May 2026
Dove Ellis, BB Trickz & more join bill for Tyler The Creator’s All Points East double-header
They’ll join the likes of Turnstile, Vince Staples and Syd at the two-day event this August.
11th May 2026
Paris Paloma details second album ‘The Fatal Flaw’
The breakout feminist auteur has also dropped a new single and confirmed plans for a huge 2026 tour.
11th May 2026
8th May 2026
Yard Act announce third album ‘You’re Gonna Need A Little Music’
The Leeds quartet will follow up their 2024 record ‘Where’s My Utopia?’ this July.
8th May 2026
The Last Dinner Party share storming new single ‘Big Dog’ & poem ‘Come All You Beasts’
The powerful fan favourite comes accompanied by a video filmed during their recent UK headline tour.
8th May 2026
Charli xcx returns with banging new track ‘Rock Music’
The icon’s latest single marks her first new music since 2024’s ‘brat’ and this year’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ soundtrack.
8th May 2026
Lykke Li — The Afterparty
4 Stars
Just like a big night out, or indeed its afters, the record is dizzying but flies by too fast and leaves you wanting just a tiny bit more to savour.
8th May 2026
Basement — WIRED
4 Stars
A record that welcomes innovation and change.
8th May 2026
Aldous Harding — Train On The Island
4 Stars
A beautiful album that offers out tantalising strands begging to be put together.
8th May 2026
Deb Never — Arcade
3-5 Stars
Across 12 tracks drawn from a similar palette, the record occasionally dissolves into a dream-like haze.
8th May 2026
MUNA — Dancing On The Wall
4 Stars
In equal parts as celebratory, uplifting and outright horny as they are aware and angry.
8th May 2026
The Lemon Twigs - Look For Your Mind!
4 Stars
Whatever your view on their schtick, the songs will win you over in the end.
8th May 2026
Cola — Cost Of Living Adjustment
4 Stars
The lushest, most fleshed-out Cola record so far.
8th May 2026
6th May 2026
Reggie: “We’re Dundalk, and we’re making noise”
From pioneering the Irish drill scene to supporting Dave and collaborating with Fred again.., Dundalk’s new favourite son, Reggie, is poised for the big time.
6th May 2026
East London Block Party presents second wave of 2026 lineup
slumber, SILVERWINGKILLER, Dreamwave, and The Horrors’ Faris Badwan are among the new additions.
6th May 2026
Southbank Centre launches prize draw for Harry Styles’ fundraising Meltdown Festival show
The pop superstar is the curator of this year’s special festival programme.
6th May 2026
Antony Szmierek announces details of second album ‘Decoding Birdsong’
It’s due to arrive just 18 months after his space-voyaging debut LP.
6th May 2026