The NONE: “To pander to anyone is just pointless”
Boasting a line-up of “lightly seasoned” but recognisable faces, meet the quartet who are very much playing by their own rules.
18th February 2025
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18th February 2025
Ezra Collective drop joyous Latin American-influenced track, ‘Body Language’
The Mercury Prize-winning jazz group have teamed up with British-Colombian artist Sasha Keable for their latest effort.
18th February 2025
The Murder Capital unveil final ‘Blindness’ preview ‘A Distant Life’
It’s their third album’s most melodic offering yet.
18th February 2025
Massive Attack confirmed as final LIDO 2025 headliner
In line with the band’s mission to decarbonise live music events, their performance will be 100% battery powered.
18th February 2025
17th February 2025
Sam Fender pays tribute to late grandparents with moving video for ‘Remember My Name’
The visual stars Dave Johns, a fellow Geordie and star of I, Daniel Blake.
17th February 2025
The Murder Capital: Blind Faith
On third album ‘Blindness’, The Murder Capital grapple with flawed patriotism and innate human error, all while frontman James McGovern is determined to confront – and even embrace – his own blind spots.
17th February 2025
The Neu Bulletin (Luvcat, Night Tapes, Most Things and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
17th February 2025
14th February 2025
Bon Iver drops video for latest single ‘Everything Is Peaceful Love’
The quietly uplifting track is our first taste of Justin Vernon’s new album, ‘SABLE, fABLE’.
14th February 2025
Ezra Furman announces new album ‘Goodbye Small Head’
It’ll be her tenth studio LP, and her first since 2022.
14th February 2025
The WAEVE mark Valentine’s Day with announcement of upcoming EP ‘Eternal’
The new project has been introduced via its seasonal lead single ‘Love Is All Pain’.
14th February 2025
Get To Know… Sam Akpro
Arresting, atmospheric guitars that go straight for the gut.
14th February 2025
Pulp announce 2025 UK and Ireland tour dates
The new shows are in addition to their homecoming headline performance at Tramlines Festival.
14th February 2025
Self Esteem shares raunchy new single ‘69’, from forthcoming album ‘A Complicated Woman’
Rebecca Lucy Taylor has follows up her recent offering ‘Focus Is Power’ with a delicious, lip sync-ready new banger.
14th February 2025
End Of The Road reveals new additions to 2025 lineup
The likes of Viagra Boys, Matt Berninger, and DIIV will be heading to Larmer Tree Gardens this August.
14th February 2025
Sabrina Carpenter and Dolly Parton hit the road in new ‘Please Please Please’ video
The ‘Short N’ Sweet’ singer has upgraded from her co-star in the track’s original video…
14th February 2025
13th February 2025
Japanese Breakfast shares lush new album preview ‘Mega Circuit’
She’s also added more dates to her upcoming ‘For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women)’ tour.
13th February 2025
Thom Yorke and Mark Pritchard are ‘Back In The Game’ on new collaborative single
It’s the second time the pair have teamed up on record, following the 2016 track ‘Beautiful People’.
13th February 2025
Squid: Fiendish Fancies
While the stories told on ‘Cowards’ may dwell in the murkier corners of morality, with their third album Squid are instead focusing on cracks of light within the darkness.
13th February 2025
Dry Cleaning, Lime Garden, DEADLETTER & more to play Brighten The Corners 2025
This year’s edition of the Ipswich multi-venue event will take place on 13th and 14th June.
13th February 2025
12th February 2025
Big Special, Sprints, Panic Shack & loads more names added to 2025 edition of 2000trees Festival
Future of the Left, Witch Fever and The Dangerous Summer have also joined the bill of this year’s event.
12th February 2025
Canadian indie rock outfit PUP announce fifth album ‘Who Will Look After The Dogs?’
The announcement comes alongside despondent new single ‘Hallways’.
12th February 2025
Heartworms: Cradle To Grave
She may have gained an early reputation for steely stares and military outerwear, but Heartworms’ Jojo Orme is far more than meets the eye. On debut album ‘Glutton For Punishment’, she drops the guard and digs into the person behind the uniform.
12th February 2025
Katie Gregson-MacLeod unveils tender new offering ‘Teenage Love’
It’s her first release on Matt Maltese’s label, Last Recordings On Earth.
12th February 2025
Olivia Dean shares Bridget Jones soundtrack cut ‘It Isn’t Perfect But It Might Be’
The soul-pop sensation wrote and recorded it exclusively for the beloved film character’s next chapter.
12th February 2025
Manic Street Preachers — Critical Thinking
3-5 Stars
When introduced with the kind of fanfare it is, it feels safe.
12th February 2025
Horsegirl — Phonetics On And On
4 Stars
A joyful second outing on which the band clearly aren’t shying away from new sonic personas.
12th February 2025
John Glacier — Like A Ribbon
4 Stars
A masterclass in an emotional build and release.
12th February 2025
Alessia Cara — Love & Hyperbole
4 Stars
A lesson in timings, accepting the past, and embracing an unwritten future.
12th February 2025
Mallrat — Light hit my face like a straight right
3-5 Stars
A collection of dance-inflected singer-songwriter fare with an elusive tension at its core.
12th February 2025
11th February 2025
Lucy Dacus unveils star-studded video for new single ‘Best Guess’
The self-directed visualiser features Naomi McPherson, Cara Delevigne, Towa Bird, and more “hot mascs”.
11th February 2025
10th February 2025
Divorce offer up latest ‘Drive To Goldenhammer’ preview ‘Hangman’
The Notts quartet’s debut album lands next month.
10th February 2025
The Many Faces Of Self Esteem
Nearly 20 years after first starting out in the industry, Rebecca Lucy Taylor is finally an objectively successful pop star. Is it better? Is it worse? Is she happy? Does any of it even matter? On third Self Esteem album ‘A Complicated Woman’, we find an artist addressing the grey areas, and turning them technicolour.
10th February 2025
Jessica Winter shares ’00s influenced comeback cut ‘L.O.V.E’
It’s her first new solo music in two years, and comes accompanied by news of a London headline show.
10th February 2025
Dora Jar celebrates Gracie Abrams support dates with tender new track ‘Lucky’
It proves exactly why she’s a great fit to join Gracie on tour (despite some bizarre backlash from fans).
10th February 2025
Caity Baser returns with bold new big-band single, ‘Watch That Girl (She’s Gonna Say It)’
It’s her first new music since her 2024 debut mixtape ‘Still Learning’.
10th February 2025
The Smashing Pumpkins announce open-air show at London’s Gunnersbury Park
The August gig will be one of four UK shows for the band this Summer.
10th February 2025
7th February 2025
Beatmaker Don Leisure talks diving into the Sain Records back catalogue and Dydd Miwsig Cymru
The Welsh beatmaker tells us more about his latest release ‘Tyrchu Sain’, which saw him dive into the back catalogue of Wales’ oldest independent record label
7th February 2025
The Neu Bulletin (Nxdia, Chloe Slater, Jacob Alon and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
7th February 2025
Nao shares new ‘Jupiter’ cut, ‘Light Years’
Her fourth album is released later this month.
7th February 2025
Record Store Day 2025 UK list released
It includes this year’s ambassador Sam Fender’s ‘Me and the Dog’ EP.
7th February 2025
Wallows reveal details of forthcoming EP, ‘More’
The release features recently-shared track ‘Your New Favourite Song’.
7th February 2025
Joy Crookes shares Kano-featuring new track, ‘Mathematics’
It follows ‘Pass The Salt’ with Vince Staples last month.
7th February 2025
Rachel Chinouriri releases new version of ‘All I Ever Asked’ with Sombr
The LA act joins in on the ‘What A Devastating Turn Of Events’ cut.
7th February 2025
Get To Know… HONESTY
The genreless Leeds group entirely in their own lane.
7th February 2025
Welsh manager and promoter Elan Evans talks Beacons Cymru & Merched yn Gwneud Miwsig initiatives
Elan, who currently manages Mellt, is also a Project Manager for Beacons Cymru and an ambassador for Merched yn Gwneud Miwsig.
7th February 2025
Huw Stephens reflects on Dydd Miwsig Cymru: “If we can shine a light on a scene, and the language, and the culture, then it’s a good thing”
The BBC Radio presenter and broadcaster tells us a little more about why celebrating the Welsh language within music is so important.
7th February 2025
Clairo recruits Ayo Edibiri to direct ‘Terrapin’ video starring Weird Al Yankovic
Yes, that’s a mouthful, but yes that’s the case for the promo for the ‘Charm’ track.
7th February 2025
6th February 2025
Adwaith chat Dydd Miwsig Cymru and new album ‘Solas’: “It’s such an honour to be singing in Welsh”
Ahead of the release of their new double album, the band’s drummer Heledd Owen tells us a little more about making it.
6th February 2025
Colours Of Ostrava add FINNEAS to 2025 lineup
Iggy Pop, Justice, Sting and more will also be performing at the famed Czechia fest this Summer.
6th February 2025
Alien Chicks, Really Good Time, PUNCHBAG & more to play DIY’s stage at Soho Calling
We’ll be taking over The Lower Third for the event which will play host to a series of buzzy new music showcases in Soho this month.
6th February 2025
Self Esteem is the cover star of DIY’s February 2025 issue!
Our latest mag also features Manic Street Preachers, Nao, Antony Szmierek, Black Country, New Road and loads more.
6th February 2025
5th February 2025
Class Of 2025: Matilda Mann
West London singer-songwriter Matilda Mann is a true romantic, and on her gorgeous debut album ‘Roxwell’, she finds herself exploring every personal corner of it.
5th February 2025
Låpsley returns with news of fourth album ‘I’M A HURRICANE I’M A WOMAN IN LOVE’
It’ll be her first move as a fully independent artist, to be released via her own label.
5th February 2025
Big Thief release ‘Passional Relations’ EP in aid of LA fire relief efforts
All proceeds from the project will go towards providing help for those impacted by the recent Californian wildfires.
5th February 2025
Heartworms - Glutton For Punishment
5 Stars
An extraordinary debut that proves Heartworms is a force to be reckoned with.
5th February 2025
Squid — Cowards
4-5 Stars
Their most complete manifestation yet.
5th February 2025
Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory — Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory
5 Stars
Songs which are anthemic in feel and universal in their lyricism.
5th February 2025
Biig Piig - 11:11
4-5 Stars
A perfect whirlwind played out across a single night.
5th February 2025
Olly Alexander — Polari
4 Stars
Unsurprisingly, another queer tour-de-force.
5th February 2025
4th February 2025
Open’er Festival confirms Doechii and Lola Young for 2025 lineup
Gracie Abrams, Linkin Park, JPEGMAFIA, RAYE and more will also perform in Poland this Summer.
4th February 2025
Waxahatchee shares spirited ‘Tigers Blood’ outtake ‘Mud’
Katie Crutchfield will also be back in the UK this Summer for a limited run of live shows.
4th February 2025
The Great Escape announces Pete Doherty and Warmduscher for 2025 Spotlight Show
The Brighton showcase festival has also added over 100 new names to this year’s lineup.
4th February 2025
Wide Awake adds Luvcat, Peaches, Sega Bodega and more to 2025 lineup
KNEECAP, CMAT, and English Teacher top the bill for the Brockwell Park festival’s next instalment.
4th February 2025
3rd February 2025
Class Of 2025: Nieve Ella
Over three early EPs, Shropshire-born Nieve Ella has steadily come into her own as an infinitely relatable, Gen Z indie icon in the making. From Fender fandom to personal style, now she’s learning to lean into herself more than ever.
3rd February 2025
Beyoncé confirms details for ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour
Her groundbreaking eighth LP was named Album of the Year at the 2025 GRAMMY Awards.
3rd February 2025
Leon Bridges schedules Summer 2025 UK/EU live dates
The Texan artist has announced five headline shows, as well as a number of festival performances.
3rd February 2025
Cat Burns celebrates women with playfully sapphic new single ‘GIRLS!’
Try not to nod along, we dare you.
3rd February 2025
Voting for the 2025 BRIT Awards is now open
The winners of the five genre awards will be decided by public vote via WhatsApp.
3rd February 2025
The Big Moon and Kae Tempest join Wunderhorse as headliners of Deer Shed Festival 2025
This Summer’s knees-up will be the North Yorkshire fest’s 15th anniversary edition.
3rd February 2025
Doechii marks GRAMMYs victory with new track ‘Nosebleeds’
The celebratory cut landed just after she won Best Rap Album at last night’s ceremony.
3rd February 2025
Lady Gaga debuts video for club-ready banger ‘Abracadabra’
The new track — and its accompanying visualiser — were first aired during a commercial break at last night’s GRAMMYs.
3rd February 2025
31st January 2025
Momma confirm new album ‘Welcome To My Blue Sky’
The Brooklyn upstarts have celebrated the news by sharing a storming new single, too.
31st January 2025
MØ officially launches fourth album ‘Plæygirl’ with Biig Piig collab ‘Sweet’
The Scandi-pop stalwart is back, and more self-assured than ever.
31st January 2025
Sunflower Bean unveil plans for new album ‘Mortal Primetime’
They’re toasting the news by releasing its lead single, ‘Champagne Taste’.
31st January 2025
30th January 2025
Manic Street Preachers: Reflections On A Splintered World
The Welsh indie icons may know they are closer to the end than the beginning on their 15th studio album, but in amongst personal reflections on time passed, they remain as politically sharp as ever.
30th January 2025
Get To Know… Chloe Slater
Whip-smart and witty, this is earworm indie for the modern age.
30th January 2025
Julien Baker & TORRES confirm plans for debut collaborative album ‘Send A Prayer My Way’
The duo have also followed up their first joint single ‘Sugar In The Tank’ with new cut ‘Sylvia’.
30th January 2025
Black Country, New Road announce third album ‘Forever Howlong’
It’s their first studio album since the departure of former vocalist Isaac Wood.
30th January 2025
Live at Leeds In The Park unveil full 2025 lineup
Manic Street Preachers, Bloc Party, Yard Act and many more will hit Leeds’ Temple Newsam Park this May.
30th January 2025
Andrew Scott stars in moving video for Sam Fender’s ‘People Watching’
Be warned — it’s heart-wrenching.
30th January 2025
Everyone Says Hi - Everyone Says Hi
3-5 Stars
Impeccably constructed and quietly lush — just don’t expect a riot.
30th January 2025
L.S. Dunes — Violet
4 Stars
A fresh, vital take on what post-hardcore can sound like in 2025.
30th January 2025
Circa Waves - Death & Love Pt. 1
2-5 Stars
A frustratingly safe exercise in walking well-trodden paths.
30th January 2025
28th January 2025
In The Studio: Tunde Adebimpe
As frontman of TV On The Radio, Tunde Adebimpe spent the first section of the century at the forefront of New York indie cool. With his solo debut, however, he’s aiming to satiate a different kind of need.
28th January 2025
TV On The Radio’s Tunde Adebimpe announces debut solo album ‘Thee Black Boltz’
He’s also shared his latest single, ‘Drop’.
28th January 2025
Parklife Festival confirms full 2025 lineup
Charli xcx, 50 Cent, Jorja Smith and many more will be heading to Manchester’s Heaton Park this June.
28th January 2025
Sziget Festival adds A$AP Rocky, Shawn Mendes, Caribou and more to 2025 lineup
The big Budapest knees-up has already confirmed the likes of Charli xcx, Chappell Roan, and Blossoms.
28th January 2025
Self Esteem announces run of London theatre live performances
She’ll be taking to the stage for five performances in support of her new album ‘A Complicated Woman’.
28th January 2025
New festival LIDO unveils London Grammar as next headliner
Over two weekends in Victoria Park, LIDO will also welcome the likes of Jamie xx, Charli xcx, and Turnstile to its main stage.
28th January 2025
27th January 2025
Lady Gaga causes ‘Mayhem’ with LG7 announcement
Her next album’s new single will be debuted on Sunday, during an ad break at the 2025 GRAMMY Awards.
27th January 2025
Class Of 2025: Lana Lubany
The Palestinian-American singer has already changed the game for Arabic-speaking artists in the West. Heading into 2025, she wants to invite the whole world in.
27th January 2025
Tate McRae offers up sultry new single ‘Sports Car’
Tickets for her huge 2025 Miss Possessive tour are on sale now.
27th January 2025
Good Neighbours share nostalgic video for new track ‘Ripple’
It’s the pair’s first release of 2025, following their whirlwind last twelve months.
27th January 2025
Tamino teams up with songwriting idol Mitski for new single ‘Sanctuary’
The chorus-less cut is apparently “a bit of an outlier” on his forthcoming album.
27th January 2025
Nine Inch Nails to co-headline 2025’s NOS Alive with Kings Of Leon
The Portuguese festival has also just confirmed French electronic icons Justice for this Summer.
27th January 2025
24th January 2025
The Neu Bulletin (Esme Emerson, YAANG, Rosie Alena and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
24th January 2025
Djo announces new album ‘The Crux’
The musician and actor has also confirmed details of his first ever world tour.
24th January 2025
Class Of 2025: Good Neighbours
Viral smash ‘Home’ announced their arrival to the world, now Oli Fox and Scott Verill are ready to show what else they’ve got up their sleeves.
24th January 2025
The Murder Capital get apocalyptic on latest ‘Blindness’ single ‘The Fall’
It’s the Dublin-formed quintet’s first new music of 2025.
24th January 2025
Sam Fender unveils next ‘People Watching’ teaser ‘Arm’s Length’
The North Shields favourite has also just been nominated in two categories for the 2025 BRIT Awards.
24th January 2025