Get To Know… Blossom Caldarone
Confessional yet cheeky musings on love, life, and modern girlhood.
9th April 2026
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9th April 2026
Lucia & The Best Boys, Factory Floor & more join lineup for Sheffield’s Get Together Festival
They join previously announced co-headliners Fat Dog and The Horrors, as well as Gwenno, DEADLETTER and more.
9th April 2026
The Itch offer up new single ‘No More Sprechgesang’
The track gets taken from the band’s debut album ‘It’s The Hope That Kills You’, which lands this week.
9th April 2026
American Football share new track ‘No Feeling’, featuring Turnstile’s Brendan Yates
The track gets lifted from their forthcoming album, ‘American Football (LP4)’, which lands next month.
9th April 2026
Holly Humberstone — Cruel World
4 Stars
Her trademark understated pop, yet with added flourishes.
9th April 2026
Lime Garden — Maybe Not Tonight
4-5 Stars
A new indie disco essential.
9th April 2026
Wesley Joseph — Forever Ends Someday
4 Stars
Under layers of sound and left field production choices, there’s a keen pop songwriting nous.
9th April 2026
My New Band Believe — My New Band Believe
4-5 Stars
A postmodern kaleidoscope.
9th April 2026
Gretel — Squish
4 Stars
A sharper, more self-assured sound.
9th April 2026
PUNCHBAG - I Am Obsessed
4 Stars
PUNCHBAG have here made something excitable, and therefore exciting.
9th April 2026
Blossom Caldarone - Might Smash A Window
4 Stars
A collection which subtly refines and polishes her sound, all while holding onto her distinct, confessional style.
9th April 2026
The Itch — It’s The Hope That Kills You
4 Stars
A debut of delightful dynamism.
9th April 2026
8th April 2026
Courtney Barnett announces UK & European touring plans
Fresh from the release of her latest album ‘Creature of Habit’, Courtney has confirmed plans for an October live tour.
8th April 2026
ELLiS‑D, congratulations, Bottle Rockets & more confirmed to play Twisterella 2026
The Middlesborough event will return to the city on Saturday 3rd October.
8th April 2026
The Strokes confirm plans to release seventh album ‘Reality Awaits’
The long-awaited follow-up to their 2020 release ‘The New Abnormal’ is due this June.
8th April 2026
Warpaint, Devonté Hynes, Nilüfer Yanya & more to play Harry Styles’ edition of Meltdown Festival
Orlando Weeks, bar italia, Getdown Services, and Shabaka Hutchings are also among the acts slated to appear across the Southbank event’s programme.
8th April 2026
Florence + The Machine, Jehnny Beth, (Joy Anonymous) & more join Open’er 2026 line-up
The bill for this year’s edition of the Polish festival just keeps on getting bigger.
8th April 2026
7th April 2026
Iceage confirm new album ‘For Love of Grace & the Hereafter’
They’ve marked the occasion by sharing its strutting opener ‘Ember’.
7th April 2026
2nd April 2026
Olivia Rodrigo unveils release date for third album ‘you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love’
OlRod summer, here we come…
2nd April 2026
Jonique: “I’m trying to be less afraid and more open”
After setting out her stall as a brilliant newcomer via scuzzy duo Fräulein, Joni Samuels is returning with a new, more introspective solo project.
2nd April 2026
Arlo Parks — Ambiguous Desire
4-5 Stars
Her most vividly realised and affecting body of work to date.
2nd April 2026
Earl Sweatshirt, MIKE, SURF GANG — POMPEII // UTILITY
4 Stars
Much greater than the sum of its parts, it’s a meeting of minds that definitely feels worth the wait.
2nd April 2026
1st April 2026
SLAG: “A lot of our decision-making is fueled by what we think would be the most fun”
Meet the Brighton quintet putting flamboyance and fun firmly back on the menu.
1st April 2026
Opus Kink announce details of debut album ‘The Sweet Goodbye’
Alongside the news of their long-awaited first LP, they’ve shared its lead single ‘Come Over, Do Me Wrong’.
1st April 2026
alt‑J’s Joe Newman shares epic video for JJerome87 single ‘Brush Me Like A Horse’
The clip for his debut solo single comes directed by alex takács.
1st April 2026
Bristol’s Getdown Services offer up new single ‘The Radiator’
The band have shared their latest single ahead of their hefty schedule of upcoming live shows.
1st April 2026
Silver Gore share new single ‘Black Cherry Liqueur’
The duo have shared their first new music since the release of last year’s EP ‘Dogs In Heaven’.
1st April 2026
31st March 2026
waterbaby: “To feel seen is such a crazy thing — it’s very beautiful, and very jarring”
On debut album ‘Memory Be a Blade’, Stockholm’s waterbaby is reckoning with contradiction and coming to terms with her past.
31st March 2026
RAYE, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, PinkPantheress and more to play 2026’s Montreux Jazz Festival
Zara Larsson, Conan Gray and Loyle Carner will also be performing at the Lake Geneva residency this summer.
31st March 2026
Lambrini Girls offer up explosive new single ‘Cult of Celebrity’
Their scathing new offering lands ahead of a busy festival season for the duo.
31st March 2026
Do Nothing, Bimini, The Orchestra (For Now) & more join The Great Escape 2026 bill
Other names confirmed for the Brighton event include Nectar Woode, SASSY 009 and Tom Rasmussen.
31st March 2026
30th March 2026
Snail Mail: What Comes Next?
Returning with her first album in five years, Snail Mail is armed with a renewed self-awareness as she tackles the small matter of life, death, and what comes after.
30th March 2026
Empress Of finds resilience in ethereal new single ‘Dream House’
The alt-pop favourite will be officially announcing a new album soon…
30th March 2026
Tkay Maidza drops fiery new single ‘Must Be’
She’s back, and she means business.
30th March 2026
Gently Tender return with news of ‘This Was Once Fields’ EP
New track ‘A Mound A Field’ is the London outfit’s first release since 2023.
30th March 2026
Westside Cowboy schedule biggest UK/EU tour to date
The Manchester upstarts are fresh from supporting Geese on the New Yorkers’ much-anticipated recent live stint.
30th March 2026
Nia Archives returns with flirty new number ‘Danger’
It’s the jungle trailblazer’s first new music proper since her 2024 LP ‘Silence Is Loud’.
30th March 2026
27th March 2026
Man/Woman/Chainsaw, Wesley Joseph and Mandy, Indiana to play MOMO Festival 2026
The eclectic multi-venue fest will return to Rotterdam from 16th to 18th April.
27th March 2026
Reading & Leeds unveil 60+ new names for 2026 lineup
Declan McKenna, Maisie Peters, Holly Humberstone and more are all joining the fun this August.
27th March 2026
Olivia Dean continues awards season sweep at 2026 MOBOs
Jim Legxacy, RAYE, Central Cee, and Nova Twins were also among those to win big at the Manchester ceremony.
27th March 2026
The Neu Bulletin (Tia Gordon, Ain’t, samxemma and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
27th March 2026
26th March 2026
Paul McCartney announces reflective new album ‘The Boys Of Dungeon Lane’
Its title comes from a lyric in poignant lead single ‘Days We Left Behind’, which sees him delve into his memories of Liverpool.
26th March 2026
Get To Know… Ain’t
Sweaty-ceilinged, scuzzy alt-rock that begs to be heard live.
26th March 2026
Lauren Auder — Whole World As Vigil
4 Stars
A resplendent wonder that’s also a showcase of excellent songwriting.
26th March 2026
Elmiene — sounds for someone
4 Stars
An extremely accomplished and deliciously addictive debut.
26th March 2026
25th March 2026
Holly Humberstone: Once Upon A Time…
After rising to prominence in the midst of the pandemic, Holly Humberstone spent half a decade on the move. Having finally taken a break to reconnect with normal life, she’s returned with ‘Cruel World’ — a richly woven third album imbued with love and nostalgia.
25th March 2026
East London Block Party to return to Shoreditch this summer
The day fest’s fourth iteration will feature sets from Blue Bendy, Alphabet, Truthpaste and more.
25th March 2026
Jungle share news of new album ‘Sunshine’ with lead single ‘Carry On’
They’ve also announced details of a headline tour spanning arenas in the UK, Europe, North America, and Australia.
25th March 2026
Full lineup revealed for Twenty One Pilots’ headline day at All Points East 2026
Among the new additions are Gang of Youths, Jessie Murph, Half Alive, Noahfinnce, and more.
25th March 2026
Tigers Jaw - Lost On You
4 Stars
As the latest emo revival continues apace, some of its stalwarts continue to go from strength to strength.
25th March 2026
Courtney Barnett — Creature Of Habit
3-5 Stars
Full of incisive and introspective lyrics combined with a laidback attitude and sound.
25th March 2026
Fcukers — Ö
4 Stars
A swift album that’ll prove difficult to grow tired of.
25th March 2026
Ivor Novello Awards announce 2026 nominations
CMAT, Olivia Dean, Lily Allen, Wolf Alice, and Jim Legxacy have all received nods in the coveted Best Album category.
25th March 2026
24th March 2026
mary in the junkyard unveil details of debut album ‘Role Model Hermit’
The London trio’s first full-length is due out this summer.
24th March 2026
Courtney Barnett: Old Habits Die Hard
You can take the girl out of her comfort zone — just don’t expect her to enjoy it. Returning with her first studio album in five years, Courtney Barnett has stopped sweating the small stuff and learned that, sometimes, unfamiliar paths are the only way forward.
24th March 2026
Future Islands detail plans for 20th anniversary double LP ‘From A Hole In The Floor To A Fountain Of Youth’
Their new collection will feature alternate hits, rarities, and fan favourites — some of which have never appeared on streaming services.
24th March 2026
Yard Act announce live return with November 2026 UK shows
The Yorkshire lads will be back in action in Leeds, Manchester, and London later this year.
24th March 2026
Nieve Ella shifts up a gear in new single ‘Drive’
It’s the indie-pop riser’s first release of 2026.
24th March 2026
Lily Allen proves ‘West End Girl’ won’t ever get old with immersive London Palladium show
With the audience playing a supporting role, the leading lady lays it all bare.
24th March 2026
23rd March 2026
In The Studio: The Xcerts
We head to Brighton to get the exclusive lowdown on album number six from the pop-rock stalwarts, finding out why it’s driven by desperation, urgency and an acceptance of the uncomfortable.
23rd March 2026
4 Non Blondes to return to the UK after 30 years for special London show
The beloved San Fran outfit will play Shepherd’s Bush Empire on 24th June.
23rd March 2026
Muse launch tenth album ‘The Wow! Signal’ from space
The premiere of its lead single, ‘Be With You’, was quite literally out of this world.
23rd March 2026
Foo Fighters drop latest scorcher ‘Caught In The Echo’
It’s the third single to be lifted from their incoming 12th LP, ‘Your Favorite Toy’.
23rd March 2026
FLO play the industry game in ‘Leak It’ video
It sees them check in to a celebrity retreat to learn all the unspoken tricks of the trade…
23rd March 2026
RAYE – THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE.
5 Stars
It’s huge, expansive, bonkers and brilliant. It’s RAYE at her very core, and it’s fantastic.
23rd March 2026
Robyn — Sexistential
4 Stars
The essence of what has driven Robyn’s 30-plus year career.
23rd March 2026
20th March 2026
RAYE unveils epic Hans Zimmer collab ‘Click Clack Symphony.’
It’s an ode to the unmistakable sound of high heels, obvs.
20th March 2026
19th March 2026
The Orielles: In Contrast
Four albums and almost ten years in, The Orielles’ new LP ‘Only You Left’ is a tale of two halves that sees them continue their evolution as one of Britain’s most intriguing outfits.
19th March 2026
Lime Garden drop raucous new cut ‘Downtown Lover’
Their second LP hits shelves in three weeks’ time.
19th March 2026
Genesis Owusu confirms details of third album ‘REDSTAR WU & THE WORLDWIDE SCOURGE’
“I was writing this almost for necessity, because there were so many people not saying what needed to be said,” he has shared.
19th March 2026
Swim Deep get nostalgic on romantic new track ‘I Keep Her Photograph With Me’
The Birmingham lads’ fifth studio album is due out in June.
19th March 2026
18th March 2026
Get To Know… Pyncher
Meet the Manchester band set to headline DIY & Fifth Floor’s epic May event.
18th March 2026
Erin LeCount: “Labels and artists sometimes really underestimate people’s tastes”
Fresh from a hectic 2025 that saw her sell out KOKO and release her debut EP, the Essex-based star is embracing the ambition her music deserves.
18th March 2026
Snail Mail - Ricochet
4 Stars
A record that lives in the fact that, no matter what, everything changes.
18th March 2026
Anna Calvi — Is This All There Is?
3-5 Stars
A short-and-sweet curio.
18th March 2026
Witch Post - Butterfly
3-5 Stars
Animated, folky indie-rock that crafts engaging lore — and arrives at an exciting road ahead.
18th March 2026
17th March 2026
Book Of Churches: The Whole World In His Hands
Fresh from a hectic 18 months in the wake of their debut’s release, Divorce’s Felix Mackenzie-Barrow is already back under his new Book Of Churches moniker, with a new album that connects with simplicity, nature, and the need to keep his feet on the ground.
17th March 2026
MUNA yearn for real connection on new track ‘So What’
It’s our second taste of the trio’s forthcoming album ‘Dancing On The Wall’.
17th March 2026
My New Band Believe drop intimate new offering ‘Love Story’
The debut album from Cameron Picton’s solo project is due to arrive on 10th April.
17th March 2026
Bombay Bicycle Club honour their roots and celebrate 20th anniversary at sentimental Camden Assembly homecoming
The indie heroes treat fans to a one-of-a-kind throwback setlist on their return to the legendary North London venue.
17th March 2026
Marmozets schedule 2026 UK headline tour
The seven date run is in support of the quartet’s anticipated incoming album, ‘CO.WAR.DICE’.
17th March 2026
16th March 2026
Kim Gordon: Play Time
Both musical icon and purveyor of originality, Kim Gordon’s newest solo album ‘PLAY ME’ sees her take aim at the state of the world, all in a way that couldn’t be anyone but her.
16th March 2026
Baby Queen embarks on whirlwind romance with new single ‘Feel Something’
“Because everything starts with the inception of a feeling…”
16th March 2026
Holly Humberstone offers up new album’s title track ‘Cruel World’
The breakout pop sensation has described it as “my favourite song I’ve ever written”.
16th March 2026
13th March 2026
The Neu Bulletin (Fiona-Lee, she’s green, Y and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
13th March 2026
12th March 2026
beabadoobee returns with striking The Marías collab ‘All I Did Was Dream Of You’
It’s her first new music since the arrival of third album ‘This Is How Tomorrow Moves’ in 2024.
12th March 2026
The Lemon Twigs share plans for next LP ‘Look For Your Mind!’
They’ve launched their sixth full-length with a characteristically ’60s new single, ‘I Just Can’t Get Over Losing You’.
12th March 2026
Snail Mail schedules 2026 UK and Europe tour
The new run of shows includes an additional night at London’s Electric Ballroom in June.
12th March 2026
Wet Leg, Joy Crookes, Little Simz and more for FORWARDS Festival
Tems, Amyl & The Sniffers and Jim Legxacy are also due to play the Bristol event in August.
12th March 2026
CMAT confirms truce with Jamie Oliver in new video for ‘The Jamie Oliver Petrol Station’
It’s the crossover we’ve all been waiting for…
12th March 2026
Robyn releases new track ‘Blow My Mind’
Her new album, ‘Sexistential’, will follow on 27th March.
12th March 2026
Violet Grohl to release debut album, ‘Be Sweet To Me’
The May release comes previewed with new song titled ‘595’.
12th March 2026
Rostam announces new album ‘American Stories’
The producer’s third solo full-length is due for release in May.
12th March 2026
Get To Know… Nia Smith
Silky smooth R&B from one of South London’s most striking new voices.
12th March 2026
11th March 2026
Arlo Parks: Rhythm Of The Night
After some time out of the spotlight spent dancing, enjoying film, and quietly tinkering away on her new album, Arlo Parks has returned with ‘Ambiguous Desire’ — a full-hearted love letter to city nightlife.
11th March 2026
Antony Szmierek returns with debut 2026 release ‘The Heron’
It’s his first new music since the arrival of ‘The Service Station At The End Of The Universe’ last year.
11th March 2026
Arlo Parks surrenders to the dance floor in video for new track ‘Get Go’
She’s said her latest album preview “perfectly encapsulates the sense of melancholy euphoria at the centre of the record.”
11th March 2026
Thundercat teams up with WILLOW for dreamy new cut ‘ThunderWave’
It’s one of six collabs to appear on his forthcoming new album.
11th March 2026
Bleachers share second album preview ‘dirty wedding dress’
Jack Antonoff and co. have also announced details of a 2026 North American tour.
11th March 2026
The Sophs - GOLDSTAR
4 Stars
The type of first impression that may well leave one slightly lost, but damn happy.
11th March 2026