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Gary Glitter pleads not guilty to historical sex offence charges
The disgraced singer will face a three-week trial beginning in November 2027 The post Gary Glitter pleads not guilty to historical sex offence charges appeared first on NME .
Elliot Page Hasn’t Gotten Any Offers Since The Odyssey, but Thinks He Could Do His Best Work Now
Page also revealed that he was "personally really uncomfortable" while working on his first Nolan film, Inception. Elliot Page Hasn’t Gotten Any Offers Since The Odyssey, but Thinks He Could Do His Best Work Now Liz Shannon Miller
Van Halen Drummer Alex Van Halen Knighted in the Netherlands
Alex Van Halens has received the Order of the Netherlands Lion, the highest civilian honor available in his home country. Van Halen Drummer Alex Van Halen Knighted in the Netherlands Langdon Hickman
Tom Cruise Backs Paramount’s Acquisition of Warner Bros.
Cruise applauds David Ellison's promise to release at least 30 movies per year across the two studios. Tom Cruise Backs Paramount’s Acquisition of Warner Bros. Alex Krinsky
Empire of the Sun Bring the Crowd “Alive” at Jones Beach: Photos + Setlist
Frontman Luke Steele and company performed a 19-song set on Long Island, New York. Empire of the Sun Bring the Crowd “Alive” at Jones Beach: Photos + Setlist Spencer Kaufman
Mike D Recalls Telling Ad-Rock He Was Making a Solo Album: “It Was Almost Like a Relationship”
He also revealed why he chose not to ask his former bandmate to appear on the album, despite knowing it would make Beastie Boys fans happy. Mike D Recalls Telling Ad-Rock He Was Making a Solo Album: “It Was Almost Like a Relationship” Karan Singh
Le Guess Who? Completes 2026 Lineup
Okkyung Lee and Horse Lords are among the final additions to the bill for this year's festival Le Guess Who? has shared the full music programme for its 2026 edition. Returning this November, the Utrecht festival will newly take in a performance from cellist and composer Okkyung Lee, who will combine Korean traditional instrumentation and experimental improvisation for a new project called 'gyeol'. Horse Lords, Bitchin Bajas, Tony Njoku, The Shits and Serokolo 7 are among other live additions to the bill. Eris Drew & Octo Octa, DJ K, DJ Plead, and Príncipe's DJ Danifox & DJ Lycox feature among the new DJ confirmations on the lineup for this year's event. They join the previously announced likes of Loraine James, Tortoise, Grouper, Ana Roxanne,... The post Le Guess Who? Completes 2026 Lineup appeared first on The Quietus .
TVAM and Riki Invoke Ancient Magic, Heartbreak, and Timeless Love in Ethereal Goth Dirge “The Sorrow”
A lament begins where ordinary speech reaches its limit. Across Irish and Scottish Gaelic traditions, keening gave bereavement a communal voice, allowing grief to rise through repeated cries, elongated vowels,… The post TVAM and Riki Invoke Ancient Magic, Heartbreak, and Timeless Love in Ethereal Goth Dirge “The Sorrow” appeared first on Post-Punk.com .
Fontaines D.C.’s Grian Chatten on why he wore Cwmbran Celtic FC Mogwai shirt at Reading 2026
“I love Cwmbran and I love initiatives that support independent venues” The post Fontaines D.C.’s Grian Chatten on why he wore Cwmbran Celtic FC Mogwai shirt at Reading 2026 appeared first on NME .
Djrum Has a DJ-Kicks on the Way
Featuring Skee Mask and Clark exclusives, plus four new originals of his own
HBO’s Newest Harry Potter Teaser Sure Looks Like Harry Potter: Watch
The Philosopher's Stone adaptation will premiere on Christmas Day 2026. HBO’s Newest Harry Potter Teaser Sure Looks Like Harry Potter: Watch Liz Shannon Miller
Radio Free Alice tell us about supporting Geese and their “coming of age” debut album
"There is a theme of ‘dispossessed young person’," the Aussie indie upstarts tell NME of 'What's In Between', hoping they sell enough copies to pay the rent in their new London flats The post Radio Free Alice tell us about supporting Geese and their “coming of age” debut album appeared first on NME .
David Byrne Uses Elon Musk’s Own Words for Oscar-Qualifying Song
The song, co-written with Daniel Pemberton, will qualify for Best Original Song consideration at the 2027 Academy Awards. David Byrne Uses Elon Musk’s Own Words for Oscar-Qualifying Song Alex Krinsky
Djrum Enlisted for Next Instalment of DJ-Kicks Mix Series
His 31-track set features music by Venetian Snares, Skee Mask and Idris Ackamoor Photo by Vasso Vu Djrum has been drafted to produce the next instalment of the DJ-Kicks mix series. Recorded on vinyl, the 31-track mix includes four new songs by the artist himself, in addition to exclusive productions by Skee Mask and Clark. The mix also features cuts by Venetian Snares, Idris Ackamoor, upsammy, The Raincoats, Chris Watson and emptyset, among others. Describing his mix and his overall mixing style, Djrum, real name Felix Manuel, said in a statement: "I like things to be a bit bumpy, to have ups and downs and fuck with expectations!" This new instalment in the DJ-Kicks series follows on from the release last month of Djrum's latest... The post Djrum Enlisted for Next Instalment of DJ-Kicks Mix Series appeared first on The Quietus .
Carín León Says “Being More Mexican Than Ever” Is the Country’s Greatest Musical Weapon
The Regional Mexican star is preparing to become the first Latin artist to headline a residency at Las Vegas’ Sphere. Carín León Says “Being More Mexican Than Ever” Is the Country’s Greatest Musical Weapon Pedro Camacho
Couple at Leeds Festival get 80 mile Uber to Creamfields after “house music shut down” by Warehouse closures: “We just need some oonts oonts”
“Probably £300 on this taxi meter… It’s all for a good cause” The post Couple at Leeds Festival get 80 mile Uber to Creamfields after “house music shut down” by Warehouse closures: “We just need some oonts oonts” appeared first on NME .
Amazon Labor Day Sale: AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2 on Sale
Save on Apple’s latest earbuds and headphones, including AirPods Pro 3 at $199.99 and AirPods 4 starting at $99 during Amazon’s Labor Day Sale. Amazon Labor Day Sale: AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2 on Sale Scoop Harrison
Mastodon Pick RUSH, Björk, Barry Manilow Albums on Amoeba Music’s “What’s In My Bag?”: Watch
The band's picks also include everything from Coil to Men at Work to Weezer. Mastodon Pick RUSH, Björk, Barry Manilow Albums on Amoeba Music’s “What’s In My Bag?”: Watch Langdon Hickman
Andy Stott Unveils First Album in Five Years, ‘Late Loop’
The eight-track record features vocals from Alison Skidmore and Elaine Howley Andy Stott has shared details of his first album in five years, titled Late Loop. Spanning eight tracks, it features contributions from vocalists Alison Skidmore and Elaine Howley. Stott gave himself a number of parameters when he set out working on the record, deciding to use no basslines, no reverb and no effects, save for a delay unit. Stott previously worked with Skidmore on past material, including classic 2014 cut 'Faith In Strangers'. This album marks the first time he has collaborated with Howley, on the other hand. Watch a video for lead track 'Something In My Mind', featuring vocals from Howley, below. Modern Love will release Late Loop on 30 October... The post Andy Stott Unveils First Album in Five Years, ‘Late Loop’ appeared first on The Quietus .
Brazil Introduces “Taylor Swift Law” Three Years After Fan Died of Extreme Heat at Singer’s Concert
The new regulations require large events to provide free drinking water and introduce measures targeting ticket scalping. Brazil Introduces “Taylor Swift Law” Three Years After Fan Died of Extreme Heat at Singer’s Concert Pedro Camacho
John Lennon’s First Grandchild Has Been Born
Sean Ono Lennon, the only child of John Lennon and Yoko Ono, and his partner, musician/model Charlotte Kemp Muhl, have announced the birth of their son, Aurelius. John Lennon’s First Grandchild Has Been Born Alex Young
New Music Releases and Upcoming Albums in 2026
A regularly updated guide to the new albums, EPs, mixtapes, and projects getting released in the coming weeks and months
Travis Kelce Opens Up About Taylor Swift Wedding, Adam Sandler’s Role in Ceremony
Kelce offered more details about the night, including that Adam Sandler specifically got ordained to marry the couple, on his New Heights podcast. Travis Kelce Opens Up About Taylor Swift Wedding, Adam Sandler’s Role in Ceremony Alex Young
Sean Ono Lennon welcomes baby boy, Aurelius – John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s first grandchild
“We have created a Human Bean” The post Sean Ono Lennon welcomes baby boy, Aurelius – John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s first grandchild appeared first on NME .