Snail Mail returns with details of third album ‘Ricochet’
It’ll be Lindsey Jordan’s first LP in five years.
20th January 2026
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20th January 2026
Jacob Alon wins the 2026 BRITs Critics’ Choice Award
The Scottish singer was nominated for the award alongside Rose Gray and Sienna Spiro.
20th January 2026
19th January 2026
Class of 2026: Chloe Qisha
Creating a masterful and meticulous world of sparkling yet amusingly cynical pop excellence, Chloe Qisha is taking her vision to the big leagues.
19th January 2026
Jorja Smith marks 10 years of ‘Blue Lights’ with ‘Demo Dump ‘16’
The three-track project has been left exactly as it was in 2016, when it was first uploaded to SoundCloud.
19th January 2026
Daughter celebrate 10th anniversary of ‘Not To Disappear’ with 2016 throwback ‘Not Enough’
The track was originally written a decade ago, but recorded late last year.
19th January 2026
Jon Hopkins drops new album ‘Wilding (Original Soundtrack)’
The LP — written with Icelandic composer Biggi Hilmars for a 2024 documentary — will be released physically on 3rd April.
19th January 2026
BRIT Awards 2026 to host first ever BRITs Fringe programme in Manchester
Curated by local music development company Brighter Sound, the programme will celebrate the city’s rich musical history under the banner of ‘Manchester Seen and Heard’.
19th January 2026
Master Peace and Declan McKenna are joyfully nihilistic on new joint single ‘Fuck It Up’
“We’re all fuck-ups in one way or another,” according to Peace.
19th January 2026
16th January 2026
Mitski officially unveils details of new album ‘Nothing’s About To Happen To Me’
The LP — which has been cryptically teased all week — will arrive on 27th February.
16th January 2026
PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson play dress up in new ‘Stateside’ video
The instantly-iconic visualiser sees them playfully swap between ‘Fancy That”s tartan chic and ‘Midnight Sun”s beachy aesthetic.
16th January 2026
Gorillaz pay tribute to Tony Allen on moving new double single ‘The Hardest Thing / Orange County’
The former track features the voice of Allen himself, while the latter is a collab with poet Kara Jackson, sitar-player Anoushka Shankar, and producer Bizarrap.
16th January 2026
The Neu Bulletin (Modern Woman, Chalk, waterbaby and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
16th January 2026
Robbie Williams — BRITPOP
4 Stars
Via taking a look back, ‘BRITPOP’ might just have shown Robbie a few glances forward.
16th January 2026
15th January 2026
Class of 2026: Chalk
From the world of their ‘Conditions’ EP trilogy to their imminent debut album, the Belfast duo have carved out their own sonic lane of electronic-meets-industrial punk. Now, they’re determined to push it as far as they can.
15th January 2026
hemlocke springs previews debut LP with new single ‘w‑w-w-w‑w’
Her upcoming album ‘the apple tree under the sea’ is out next month.
15th January 2026
Chalk announce debut album ‘Crystalpunk’ with rave-ready cut ‘I.D.C’
The electropunk duo’s first full-length will arrive in March.
15th January 2026
Get To Know… Ellur
Infectious indie from Halifax’s newest North Star.
15th January 2026
Lucy Rose returns with open-hearted collab single ‘Scared Of Loving Wild Again’
“A group of kind and hugely talented musicians kicked my arse into gear and gave me the reinforcement I needed,” she has said of its origins.
15th January 2026
Little Simz, Olivia Dean, and Jim Legxacy among nominees for 2026 MOBO Awards
The ceremony is set to take place in Manchester on 26th March.
15th January 2026
Demob Happy & Hot Face to play launch party for DIY’s February 2026 issue
Our headliners will be playing the show as part of celebrations to mark the release of their new album ‘The Grown-Ups Are Talking’.
15th January 2026
Mitski continues hinting at new music with cryptic teaser videos
Armchair detectives, assemble!
15th January 2026
14th January 2026
She’s In Parties, ELLiS‑D, Tears At The Table and Ninush raise the bar for Night 2 of Hello 2026
From orchestral-tinged pop offerings to cinematic synths, the second night of our January gig series offers a whole host of delights from across the alternative spectrum.
14th January 2026
Kim Gordon to drop third solo album ‘PLAY ME’ this Spring
She’s described her new record as “more focused, and maybe more confident.”
14th January 2026
Brigitte Calls Me Baby unveil plans for sophomore LP ‘Irreversible’
The Chicago outfit have also announced that they’ll be supporting The Vaccines on their Spring 2026 UK tour.
14th January 2026
Arlo Parks confirms details of new album ‘Ambiguous Desire’
She’s introduced us to the heady world of her third outing with its lead single, ‘2SIDED’.
14th January 2026
Fcukers announce debut album ‘Ö’ with new single ‘L.U.C.K.Y.’
The cult duo have also confirmed a North America headline tour and will play NYC’s Gov Ball in June.
14th January 2026
Westside Cowboy — So Much Country ‘Till We Get There
4 Stars
A confirmation that just two EPs in, they’re already confident about where they’re heading.
14th January 2026
Sleaford Mods - The Demise Of Planet X
2-5 Stars
Much like the state of the country they wax lyrical about, Sleaford Mods are stuck in a rut.
14th January 2026
13th January 2026
Class of 2026: Nell Mescal
Three years on from releasing her devastating debut single ‘Graduating’, Nell Mescal’s already ticked off lots of her bucket list. Fresh from a massive year that saw her support HAIM, sign to Atlantic and release a second EP, she’s growing ever-closer to becoming the fearless artist she really hopes to be.
13th January 2026
Paris’ Supersonic Club to celebrate 10th anniversary with Super Strike! 2026 mini-festival
Welly, Whitelands, Femme Fugazi and more will all play the iconic venue across a packed four day programme this February.
13th January 2026
DIY & Q Acoustics team up for new event The Listening Room
We’re inviting you to join us next month for an intimate night dedicated to the art of listening and community.
13th January 2026
Peaches presents sex-positive video for album title track ‘No Lube So Rude’
“When the world is friction, lube isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity,” the cultural disruptor has explained.
13th January 2026
DEADLETTER share latest ‘Existence Is Bliss’ preview ‘It Comes Creeping’
“The message in this track is not about what which comes creeping, but the way in which it does so.”
13th January 2026
A$AP Rocky channels PS2 nostalgia in action-packed new ‘HELICOPTER$’ video
His highly-anticipated fourth album, ‘DON’T BE DUMB’, drops this Friday.
13th January 2026
12th January 2026
Class of 2026: Nxdia
Having spent most of their life struggling to find their place in the world, it’s through their bold, self-affirming mixtape ‘I Promise No One’s Watching’ that Nxdia has finally discovered their voice; now, they’re determined to use it.
12th January 2026
Wesley Joseph drops Danny Brown collab ‘Peace Of Mind’
It’s lifted from his just-announced debut album ‘Forever Ends Someday’.
12th January 2026
The Orielles preview fourth album ‘Only You Left’ with new double single
‘You Are Eating A Part Of Yourself’ and ‘To Undo The World Itself’ are the experimental latest offerings from the Manchester trio.
12th January 2026
Sarah Kinsley unveils plans for new EP ‘Fleeting’ with lead single ‘Lonely Touch’
The project — which will feature a collab with Paris Paloma — is due out next month.
12th January 2026
Dave and Tems team up for romantic ‘Raindance’ video
Filmed on location in Lagos, Nigeria, it’s an open-hearted ode to finding the one.
12th January 2026
9th January 2026
The Neu Bulletin (Alice Costelloe, Flip Top Head, KuleeAngee and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
9th January 2026
Father John Misty drops live set favourite ‘The Old Law’
The standalone single was previously dubbed ‘God’s Trash’.
9th January 2026
Cate Le Bon collabs with St Vincent on dreamy new single ‘Always The Same’
It’s the second time the pair have teamed up, after Le Bon produced and featured on Annie Clark’s latest LP ‘All Born Screaming’.
9th January 2026
David Byrne covers ‘drivers license’ as Olivia Rodrigo celebrates five years of ‘SOUR’
It’s the first in a series of reimagined versions from some of Olivia’s “favourite artists ever”.
9th January 2026
Skye Newman named winner of BBC Radio 1’s Sound of 2026
She recently supported Lewis Capaldi on his 2025 UK/Ireland tour.
9th January 2026
8th January 2026
The Cribs: Vibe Check
In the five years since ‘Night Network’, The Cribs went through a period of self-reckoning and reflection that could have broken a lot of bands. But on ‘Selling A Vibe’, the Jarmans return replenished and still ready to fight the good fight.
8th January 2026
7th January 2026
Pop icon Robyn announces details of ninth album ‘Sexistential’
Having shared its first single ‘Dopamine’ late last year, the Swedish star has now shared another two new tracks.
7th January 2026
Buck Meek shares details of poignant new album ‘The Mirror’
It features a range of collaborators, including his brother and Big Thief bandmates.
7th January 2026
Divorce’s Felix Mackenzie-Barrow launches solo project Book of Churches
He’s introduced his new venture with an intimate debut single entitled ‘Song By A Stranger’.
7th January 2026
BIG SPECIAL share ode to slowing down, ‘SLUGLIFE’
The pair have described the new single as a song “about working through the self hate that can come through hard times.”
7th January 2026
The Cribs — Selling A Vibe
4-5 Stars
They remain one of the most irrepressibly vital bands in Britain.
7th January 2026
Jenny On Holiday — Quicksand Heart
3-5 Stars
A revitalising break that underscores the small joys of living and points to blue skies ahead.
7th January 2026
Dry Cleaning — Secret Love
4 Stars
It’s not a record likely to shift anyone’s needle, but for those on the fonder side, it’s a whole new set of treats to explore.
7th January 2026
6th January 2026
Class of 2026: Westside Cowboy
After their gripping live show secured them a Glastonbury slot and the attention of Island Records imprint Adventure, Westside Cowboy have hardly stopped for a breather. But amid the buzz, the close-knit Manchester quartet remain affable and grounded as they prepare to unveil their second EP.
6th January 2026
A$AP Rocky unveils star-studded video for new single ‘Punk Rocky’
Winona Ryder, Danny Elfman, and Thundercat all feature in this visual introduction to his imminent new album, ‘DON’T BE DUMB’.
6th January 2026
The Cribs share sun-soaked video for final album preview ‘Never The Same’
They originally wrote the track for One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson, before deciding to keep it for themselves instead!
6th January 2026
Dry Cleaning strive for optimism on ‘Secret Love’ closer ‘Joy’
The London outfit’s third album lands this Friday.
6th January 2026
Doechii drops SZA-featuring affirmation ‘girl, get up.’
She’s clapping back at any naysayers with confidence, charisma, and class.
6th January 2026
Mad Cool 2026 reveals full set times for 10th anniversary edition
This year’s edition of the event will play host to 70 huge names including Florence + The Machine, Foo Fighters, Wolf Alice, Lorde and many more.
6th January 2026
18th December 2025
The Great 2025 Debate
What’s In and Out for 2026? The esteemed artists of DIY have their say.
18th December 2025
DIY & Musosoup’s Stand Out Tracks: Vagabonds, JW Paris, ELMA & more
We’ve teamed up with music promotion platform Musosoup to highlight some of their best recent releases.
18th December 2025
17th December 2025
DIY’s 2025 Tracks of the Year
Your definitive guide to the best releases from the past 12 months, as voted for by DIY writers.
17th December 2025
Jerkcurb: “It takes a cataclysmic event to realise how much of life is made out of distractions”
An unflinching portrait of love and loss, Jacob Read’s long-awaited second full-length is a moving testament to finding light amidst the darkness.
17th December 2025
16th December 2025
DIY’s 2025 Albums of the Year
Your definitive guide to the best releases from the past 12 months, as voted for by DIY writers.
16th December 2025
For One Night Only!: Edward from Jedward curates his dream gig
One half of everyone’s favourite twins gives us an insight into his ideal night out.
16th December 2025
15th December 2025
Silver Gore, She’s In Parties, Dog Race & Tough Cookie to headline DIY’s Hello 2026 live series
We’re returning to The Old Blue Last every Tuesday in January for four nights of ace new music.
15th December 2025
Creeper announce details of intimate 2026 ‘SANGUI-TOUR’
The band will play 19 shows next spring to celebrate their albums ‘SANGUIVORE’ and ‘SANGUIVORE II: MISTRESS OF DEATH’.
15th December 2025
Together For Palestine aim for Christmas #1 with charity single ‘Lullaby’
The track — out now — has seen a range of British and Palestinian artists unite to support Choose Love’s Together For Palestine Fund.
15th December 2025
Gorillaz make stop in ‘Damascus’ en route to ‘The Mountain’
The digital outfit’s latest single is a collab with Yasiin Bey and Syrian singer Omar Souleyman.
15th December 2025
12th December 2025
PinkPantheress, Addison Rae & more join the bill for Open’er 2026
Other acts announced for the Polish festival today include The Afghan Whigs and horsegiirL.
12th December 2025
Class of 2026: Florence Road
Back in January, Wicklow four-piece Florence Road were yet to play a gig outside of Ireland. Fast forward 12 months to now, and the band have travelled the world, released their debut mixtape ‘Fall Back’, and played alongside the likes of Wolf Alice, Wallows and Olivia Rodrigo; all while firmly staking their claim as the fast-rising new band to get behind.
12th December 2025
11th December 2025
The Last Dinner Party come full circle with joyous Brixton Academy outing
Having gone from playing Brixton’s Windmill to its largest venue in just four years, tonight is a triumphant celebration on a stage this music was made for.
11th December 2025
Gorillaz, The xx, Little Simz & Hayley Williams to play We Love Green 2026
Other acts announced for next year’s edition of the fest include Addison Rae, Mac DeMarco, Ethel Cain and more.
11th December 2025
Rock Werchter confirms David Byrne, JADE, FKA twigs and more for 2026 edition
The Belgian festival giant has just added 21 new names to its already stacked lineup — call it an early Christmas present.
11th December 2025
Rosalía expands 2026 ‘LUX’ world tour with second London show
The Spanish icon has confirmed plans to play 43 shows across 17 countries next year.
11th December 2025
10th December 2025
Florence Road are on the cover of DIY’s Class of 2026 issue!
Our bumper December/January double issue — which is out now! — also features Chloe Qisha, Nell Mescal, Westside Cowboy, Chloe Slater, Nxdia and more!
10th December 2025
Dry Cleaning share new single ‘Let Me Grow and You’ll See The Fruit’
It’s the band’s third cut to be lifted from their forthcoming third album ‘Secret Love’.
10th December 2025
HEALTH — Conflict DLC
4 Stars
Not a reinvention — more a purification of the brutal beauty of the HEALTH live show.
10th December 2025
9th December 2025
Florence + The Machine, Biffy Clyro, Ashnikko & more among first names for Sziget 2026
Lewis Capaldi, twenty one pilots and SOMBR are also set to play next year’s edition of the Budapest event.
9th December 2025
Poppy shares new track ‘Guardian’
The track gets lifted from of her seventh album ‘Empty Hands’, which is set for release in January 2026.
9th December 2025
Gretel offers up new single ‘Darkness Be My Friend’
Her latest track follows on from her recent releases ‘Maybelline’ and ‘Unbloom’.
9th December 2025
Lambrini Girls, NewDad, Fcukers & more to play Dot To Dot 2026
Silver Gore, The Itch, Blossom Caldarone and many more names have also been announced for next year’s double-header.
9th December 2025
8th December 2025
Wolf Alice stake their claim to greatness at London’s O2 Arena
Rarely has a band made the step up to arenas look so easy.
8th December 2025
Hohnen Ford: “If I can be more secure in myself, I’m a better artist”
Fresh from the release of her third project ‘Incurable Optimist’ — not to mention a special Christmas EP — Hohnen Ford is in demand and learning to stand her ground.
8th December 2025
Robert Smith to guest curate 2026 Royal Albert Hall gig series for Teenage Cancer Trust
He’s personally selected Elbow, Mogwai, Manic Street Preachers, my bloody valentine, Garbage and Wolf Alice to perform at the iconic venue.
8th December 2025
The Neu Bulletin (TTSSFU, Dove Ellis, Gladboy and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
8th December 2025
5th December 2025
FKA twigs schedules The Body High world tour for 2026
5th December 2025
Alanis Morissette schedules huge summer 2026 show in Crystal Palace Park
The ’90s icon will also be joined by special guests Skunk Anansie.
5th December 2025
Florence Road to headline DIY’s Class of 2026 launch party at Hoxton’s Colours!
Silver Gore and Megan Wyn will also play the show, to help celebrate our brand new double issue next week.
5th December 2025
Dead Dads Club offer up raw new album preview ‘Volatile Child’
The debut LP from Chilli Jesson’s new project will land in January.
5th December 2025
Divorce collaborate with Marcus Mumford on ‘Antartica’ reworking
5th December 2025
JADE reveals ominous new video for ‘THAT’S SHOWBIZ BABY! THE ENCORE’ cut ‘Church’
The track gets lifted from the deluxe edition of her massive solo debut album, which is out today.
5th December 2025
Melody’s Echo Chamber — Unclouded
4 Stars
A further incantation of psych-pop goodness.
5th December 2025
Lemondaze — subtext
3-5 Stars
A therapeutic return.
5th December 2025
Dove Ellis — Blizzard
4 Stars
The drive is crystal clear, and the sound is entirely his.
5th December 2025
4th December 2025
Melin Melyn confirm details of ‘Mill On The Hill: After Dark’ reworked album
The Welsh six-piece have introduced the project with a “re-milling” of LP track ‘Dail’ by Gruff Rhys.
4th December 2025
Jacob Alon, Rose Gray, and Sienna Spiro shortlisted for 2026 BRITs Critics’ Choice Award
Previous winners include The Last Dinner Party, Jorja Smith, Adele and more.
4th December 2025
Wet Leg share new video for ‘pokemon’
The new clip — as directed by Faux Real’s Elliott Arndt — lands as the band complete their touring run for 2025.
4th December 2025
3rd December 2025
In The Studio: Dead Dads Club
After a period spent in the musical hinterland, and a chance invite to join Fontaines DC on the road, Chilli Jesson found himself reinvigorated and ready to tackle his biggest challenge yet; processing the grief of losing his father via his new project Dead Dads Club.
3rd December 2025
Sleaford Mods, Everything Everything, Say She She & more announced for Deer Shed 2026
Other acts confirmed to play the North Yorkshire event include Fat Dog, Sorry, Jasmine.4.t, The New Eves and many more.
3rd December 2025
Alabama Shakes announce two new UK headline shows
The Athens, Alabama band recently announced plans for their first show on our shores in a decade.
3rd December 2025