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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 .
Andy Stott Returns With First Album in Five Years
The British producer made Late Loop with no basslines, no reverb, and no effects except for a delay unit
Jake Bugg announces “vulnerable” new album ‘Alamo’ with country-leaning single ‘Never Can Tell’ and 2027 UK and Ireland tour
“The last couple of years have been tough for me and I’ve had a lot of struggles… I’m trying to navigate those and figure out where they stem from” The post Jake Bugg announces “vulnerable” new album ‘Alamo’ with country-leaning single ‘Never Can Tell’ and 2027 UK and Ireland tour appeared first on NME .
Bad Bunny Helps Defeat Copyright Claim That Threatened Thousands of Reggaeton Songs
The case centers on the boom-ch-boom-chick beat that became a foundation of reggaeton. Bad Bunny Helps Defeat Copyright Claim That Threatened Thousands of Reggaeton Songs Pedro Camacho
Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters joins Palestinian resistance documentary ‘Freedom Theatre’
The musician is a long-time supporter of Palestine The post Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters joins Palestinian resistance documentary ‘Freedom Theatre’ appeared first on NME .
Fontaines D.C. announce second huge 80,000 capacity gig at Slane Castle due to phenomenal demand
Both dates take place on Glastonbury weekend, but could a Worthy Farm appearance still be on the cards? The post Fontaines D.C. announce second huge 80,000 capacity gig at Slane Castle due to phenomenal demand appeared first on NME .
Alanis Morissette accuses ex-tour manager of extortion scheme over airport drugs in lawsuit
“Morissette will not agree to work with an incompetent blackmailer for the next 15 years or pay her a ransom under the gun,” the singer’s legal team said The post Alanis Morissette accuses ex-tour manager of extortion scheme over airport drugs in lawsuit appeared first on NME .
Fuel for the Fire: Arthur Brown’s Favourite Songs
The God Of Hellfire takes Jeremy Allen through the songs that have soundtracked his life, from Elvis to Laurie Anderson via practising James Brown dance moves in the back of a shoe shop Photo by Harvey Waller The UK has recently endured five vexing summer heatwaves with temperatures reaching higher than 36°C on four separate days for the first time. It seems apt then that The God Of Hellfire is back and is seeking to stage an intervention. Arthur Brown’s new album Nature offsets the spiritual benefits of communing with the environment with the warning that none of it is going to last long if we continue on our course of neoliberal-driven societal collapse. Moments of serenity collide with fist-thumping anger at... The post Fuel for the Fire: Arthur Brown’s Favourite Songs appeared first on The Quietus .
Ariana Grande ends London O2 run with emotional and tearful tribute to fans before stepping away from public life
“It’s been so special and I’ll cherish this experience always” The post Ariana Grande ends London O2 run with emotional and tearful tribute to fans before stepping away from public life appeared first on NME .
Westside Cowboy tell us about spreading joy and hopes for “weirder, poppier” new music at Reading 2026
The Manchester indie upstarts tell us about their whirlwind year, supporting Geese, and how "the mists are clearing" already on album number two The post Westside Cowboy tell us about spreading joy and hopes for “weirder, poppier” new music at Reading 2026 appeared first on NME .
Tyondai Braxton – Splayed Werks
Tyondai Braxton Splayed Werks The American composer (and former member of Battles) mutates familiar sounds into unrecognisable new forms Splayed Werks by Tyondai Braxton Despite the availability of affordable recording technologies, whole careers, movements, and scenes still live and die scarcely documented. Some of it is by choice – music whose authors want it defined by ephemerality and elusiveness. But in most cases, the reasons are practical, ranging from a chronic lack of time in a hyperactive world to stubborn perfectionism. Conscious of this, US composer Tyondai Braxton posits that the artist's essential task is to document one's creative practice and preserve it as a testament of lived experience. For him, the act of capturing ideas as they arise becomes one of the most... The post Tyondai Braxton – Splayed Werks appeared first on The Quietus .
Ontario Project Fear Maintenance Shares Heavy Cover of Joy Division’s “Shadowplay”
Joy Division’s Shadowplay has been covered enough times to qualify as communal property, which means anybody taking another swing at it ought to bring a crowbar. Fear Maintenance does. The… The post Ontario Project Fear Maintenance Shares Heavy Cover of Joy Division’s “Shadowplay” appeared first on Post-Punk.com .
Mentallo & The Fixer Bring Landmark Album “Where Angels Fear To Tread” to Vinyl for the First Time
Texas electro-industrial veterans Mentallo & The Fixer are returning to one of the defining records in their catalog with a newly remastered edition of Where Angels Fear To Tread, due… The post Mentallo & The Fixer Bring Landmark Album “Where Angels Fear To Tread” to Vinyl for the First Time appeared first on Post-Punk.com .
Wheel of Fortune Announcer Jim Thornton Suspended Amid Investigation
Sony is reportedly recasting his position amid an investigation into an incident aboard a commercial flight in May. Wheel of Fortune Announcer Jim Thornton Suspended Amid Investigation Karan Singh
Alanis Morissette Accuses Ex-Tour Manager of Extortion Scheme in Lawsuit
The singer-songwriter claimed the former tour manager is trying to coerce her into signing a 15-year contract. Alanis Morissette Accuses Ex-Tour Manager of Extortion Scheme in Lawsuit Travis Bland
Darkest Hour Announce New Album Suffer Divine, Unleash Title Track: Stream
The melodic death metal act's 11th LP will arrive on October 30th. Darkest Hour Announce New Album Suffer Divine, Unleash Title Track: Stream Spencer Kaufman
Jason Isbell Sues Suno
A group of musicians led by the 400 Unit frontman accuse the company of using their work without permission
Kacey Musgraves Rides Disco Balls, Mourns Dolly Parton, and Remains Unbothered at MSG: Review + Setlist
The country star's "Middle of Nowhere Tour" is warm, weird, and a prime example of what sets Musgraves apart. Kacey Musgraves Rides Disco Balls, Mourns Dolly Parton, and Remains Unbothered at MSG: Review + Setlist Paolo Ragusa
Little Grandad announce anticipated debut album ‘Speak Softly, Son’ with harmonic single ‘Tiny Feet’
The London band also kick off a UK headline tour in Bristol tonight (September 1) The post Little Grandad announce anticipated debut album ‘Speak Softly, Son’ with harmonic single ‘Tiny Feet’ appeared first on NME .
Jason Isbell Sues Suno Alleging AI System Is Using Musicians’ Identities Without Consent
The lawsuit claims Suno intentionally created a system allowing a musician's name to be used as an AI prompt to generate music that lifts from the named musician. Jason Isbell Sues Suno Alleging AI System Is Using Musicians’ Identities Without Consent Travis Bland
Yeah Yeah Yeahs announce ‘Hidden In Pieces Live At The Royal Albert Hall’ album release
“All the shows we performed on this small tour were extraordinarily vulnerable” The post Yeah Yeah Yeahs announce ‘Hidden In Pieces Live At The Royal Albert Hall’ album release appeared first on NME .
Supergroup Fake Names (Refused, Bad Religion) Announce New Album, Unleash “Until It’s Normal”: Stream
Their third album Punk Ruins will be out October 23rd. Supergroup Fake Names (Refused, Bad Religion) Announce New Album, Unleash “Until It’s Normal”: Stream Langdon Hickman
“I Feel Like a Star Again” — Nyx Division Become the Architects of Their Own Destiny in “By Design”
I walk through fire with my head held high Is that really such a crime? Leaving a faith can redraw the borders of reality. Certainties that once governed time, guilt,… The post “I Feel Like a Star Again” — Nyx Division Become the Architects of Their Own Destiny in “By Design” appeared first on Post-Punk.com .
Report: Dua Lipa, Tame Impala, Fred again.. In Talks for Coachella 2027
The fourth headliner remains a mystery, but BTS, SZA, Oasis, and Radiohead are allegedly being chased for the final slot. Report: Dua Lipa, Tame Impala, Fred again.. In Talks for Coachella 2027 Paolo Ragusa