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Mastodon responds after estate of “dear departed friend” Brent Hinds sue the band
The Atlanta metal band described the new suit as "meritless" The post Mastodon responds after estate of “dear departed friend” Brent Hinds sue the band appeared first on NME .
Dressed in a Leotard: How Suede Wrote – and Abandoned – a Ballet
An extract from Rodge Glass' new biography of the second half of Suede's existence reveals how the band recently wrote a score and songs for a ballet, in part inspired by The Fall's work with Michael Clark Band reformations frequently offer thin creative gruel. Even if new material is made, it’s often scattered apologetically at the start of gigs before the price-gouged audience get a dose of nostalgia, a shot in the arm to take them fleetingly back to the heady hormonal years of teenagerhood. Suede were at such a low ebb when they split in 2003 that their return had to be done differently, and done right – avoiding what Brett Anderson describes as “the living death of playing exclusively old songs,... The post Dressed in a Leotard: How Suede Wrote – and Abandoned – a Ballet appeared first on The Quietus .
This Must Be The Place: Do We Have A Right To Housing?
In an exclusive extract from his new book, A Right to Housing, Samuel Stein argues that the struggle for affordable housing is an inseparable element of the class struggle Photo by Jonathan Billinger. Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0. When most people think of a right to housing, they are conceiving of a right to a home – a city, nation, or world where no one is pushed into homelessness, and where no one is evicted because of tenant poverty or landlord avarice. A right to a home means ensuring there is always enough housing for everyone, regardless of market conditions. It is not a right to real estate, or an entitlement to for-profit homeownership – a recipe for the kind of “predatory inclusion”... The post This Must Be The Place: Do We Have A Right To Housing? appeared first on The Quietus .
Céline Dion Makes Triumphant Return to the Stage in Paris for First Concert in Six Years: Setlist + Videos
Dion's first concert since being diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome in 2022 took place at Paris' La Défense Arena on Saturday. Céline Dion Makes Triumphant Return to the Stage in Paris for First Concert in Six Years: Setlist + Videos Paolo Ragusa
Cage The Elephant face “a fresh start or a rebirth of sorts” on psychedelic new single ‘Dying In Reverse’
They are due to hit the road for a UK and European tour in 2027 The post Cage The Elephant face “a fresh start or a rebirth of sorts” on psychedelic new single ‘Dying In Reverse’ appeared first on NME .
Carly Rae Jepsen suggests she named her son after ‘Heated Rivalry’ character
“It was an incredible show" The post Carly Rae Jepsen suggests she named her son after ‘Heated Rivalry’ character appeared first on NME .
Watch Brandon Flowers cover Oasis’ ‘Don’t Look Back In Anger’ with his son at 9/11 anniversary concert
The Killers frontman was joined by his teenage boy on acoustic guitar The post Watch Brandon Flowers cover Oasis’ ‘Don’t Look Back In Anger’ with his son at 9/11 anniversary concert appeared first on NME .
Oasis tease Slane Castle concert ahead of 2027 tour announcement
Confirmation of the tour is expected on Monday (September 14) at 4pm BST The post Oasis tease Slane Castle concert ahead of 2027 tour announcement appeared first on NME .
Brandon Flowers Covers Oasis With His Son at Salt Lake City Concert
The Killers frontman sang "Don't Look Back in Anger" while his son played guitar. Brandon Flowers Covers Oasis With His Son at Salt Lake City Concert Travis Bland
U2 named MusiCares’ 2027 Persons Of The Year: “It’s such an honour”
"We're very excited to be in the front row of our first ever U2 gig" The post U2 named MusiCares’ 2027 Persons Of The Year: “It’s such an honour” appeared first on NME .
Mastodon Reflect on “Wildly Adventurous” Blood Mountain on Album’s 20th Anniversary
Troy Sanders and Brann Dailor look back on Mastodon's third album, Blood Mountain. Mastodon Reflect on “Wildly Adventurous” Blood Mountain on Album’s 20th Anniversary Spencer Kaufman
Grammy Winners Turnstile Earn Even Higher Honor: Five Guys Featured Artist
The Baltimore hardcore band asked the restaurant “When we gettin a veggie burger?” Grammy Winners Turnstile Earn Even Higher Honor: Five Guys Featured Artist Travis Bland
Watch Johnny Marr and Noel Gallagher explore the stories of Marr’s iconic guitars: “I remember looking at one of them on the floor for the cover of ‘Supersonic’, going, ‘that cannot be the fucking Smiths’ guitar'”
Marr is set to auction off 80 of his guitars The post Watch Johnny Marr and Noel Gallagher explore the stories of Marr’s iconic guitars: “I remember looking at one of them on the floor for the cover of ‘Supersonic’, going, ‘that cannot be the fucking Smiths’ guitar'” appeared first on NME .
Bon Iver Sings About Meatloaf Dippers in a Jingle for Minnesota Restaurant: Stream
With just one listen, you'll be singing Justin Vernon's tune about fried meatloaf sticks all day. Bon Iver Sings About Meatloaf Dippers in a Jingle for Minnesota Restaurant: Stream Travis Bland
Beach Damage Forces Ocean Way Festival With Olivia Dean, The Killers, Jack White to Be Canceled
Refunds are being issued and plans for a 2027 Ocean Way Festival are underway, city officials said. Beach Damage Forces Ocean Way Festival With Olivia Dean, The Killers, Jack White to Be Canceled Travis Bland
Drake Reveals Fear of Missing Out Is a “Not So Short Film”
The project is "directed and scored by the family" and set for release on September 15th. Drake Reveals Fear of Missing Out Is a “Not So Short Film” Alex Young
Front Row Diaper-Wearer or Bathroom Line-Waiter? Consequence’s New T-Shirts Fit You Either Way
Whether you're defecating in the front row or being a freakin' adult, we've got the attire for you. Front Row Diaper-Wearer or Bathroom Line-Waiter? Consequence’s New T-Shirts Fit You Either Way Consequence Staff
Charli XCX explains why there are only six dates on upcoming UK and European tour: “Touring is really emotionally and physically hard for me”
"Perhaps one day I will be built for the kind of touring you expect from me but right now I am not" The post Charli XCX explains why there are only six dates on upcoming UK and European tour: “Touring is really emotionally and physically hard for me” appeared first on NME .
Foo Fighters’ Chris Shiflett defends Macklemore’s unrelenting support for Palestine
"Speaking out against genocide trumps etiquette" The post Foo Fighters’ Chris Shiflett defends Macklemore’s unrelenting support for Palestine appeared first on NME .
MUNA say “we weren’t told who any of the guests were gonna be” after appearing on ‘Kimmel’ with Gal Gadot: “Free Palestine”
The trio previously joined the ‘No Music For Genocide’ Israel streaming boycott, and made it clear they didn't share Gadot's views in a recent social media post The post MUNA say “we weren’t told who any of the guests were gonna be” after appearing on ‘Kimmel’ with Gal Gadot: “Free Palestine” appeared first on NME .
Geese’s Cameron Winter confirms work on new solo project, but progress has been “hard”
"I don't think anyone's really liked it" The post Geese’s Cameron Winter confirms work on new solo project, but progress has been “hard” appeared first on NME .
Music With You: 12 Kylie Deep Cuts
To celebrate the imminent publication of his new book Can’t Get You Out Of My Head: In Search of Kylie, Michael Cragg treats us to a rundown of a dozen of the Queen of Pop's lesser-known bops Having spent the last two years thinking non-stop about Kylie Ann Minogue, I feel like I know her discography pretty well. I’m also aware that for some a ‘Kylie deep cut’ is probably a song like 2004’s ‘Chocolate’, which actually reached the top 10, while for the many true obsessives we’re talking ‘Sometime Samurai’, Kylie’s other super odd collaboration with Japanese artist Towa Tei. Basically what I’m saying is you can’t please everyone, so across this list of 12 Kylie deep cuts I’ve focused... The post Music With You: 12 Kylie Deep Cuts appeared first on The Quietus .
Pete Doherty and Josh Pugh tell us about their new Youtube show: “It’s a musical comedy adventure”
The Libertine and the comedian talk to NME about what to expect from 'The Pete Doherty Show' featuring Sleaford Mods' Jason Williamson, Eastenders icon Natalie Cassidy, Ivo Graham and Jamali Maddix, and more The post Pete Doherty and Josh Pugh tell us about their new Youtube show: “It’s a musical comedy adventure” appeared first on NME .
Here’s what Charli XCX played as she invited Underscores on stage to kick off ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ headline tour in Philadelphia
The tour heads to New York City next week The post Here’s what Charli XCX played as she invited Underscores on stage to kick off ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ headline tour in Philadelphia appeared first on NME .