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FKA twigs to Curate Meltdown 2027
The UK artist will oversee the programming for next year's edition of the event at London's Southbank Centre Photo by Jordan Hemingway FKA twigs has been confirmed as the curator of next year's Meltdown festival. Returning once again to London's Southbank Centre, the lineup for next year's event will be overseen by the UK artist, who will also play a headline set as part of the 11-day event. The full lineup will be announced in the coming months, but a press release promised that she will bring together an array of musical genre and artists working across various creative disciplines to reflect her influences. In a statement, FKA twigs said: "I am honoured and excited to be curating Meltdown at the Southbank Centre. The... The post FKA twigs to Curate Meltdown 2027 appeared first on The Quietus .
IAMDDB hits back at Israeli government “stealing her identity” by using AI-generated version of her likeness
“I stand for humanity. I stand against the killing and suffering of innocent people. And I stand for every artist's right to decide what their name, face and work are associated with” The post IAMDDB hits back at Israeli government “stealing her identity” by using AI-generated version of her likeness appeared first on NME .
Hayley Williams defends Fontaines D.C.’s ‘Dopamine Chamber’ against “guys on the internet” who can’t accept band are “multi-faceted and stylistically versatile”
“Wish I wrote some of these choruses, wish I wrote any of this poetry” The post Hayley Williams defends Fontaines D.C.’s ‘Dopamine Chamber’ against “guys on the internet” who can’t accept band are “multi-faceted and stylistically versatile” appeared first on NME .
Matt Carmichael on New Album and EFG London Jazz Festival Appearance
Matt Carmichael speaks to Gail Tasker about his lush combination of jazz and folk, Held In The Dark, which will be performed with a full septet at three shows next month including a set for EFG London Jazz Festival Photo by Camille Lemoine Matt Carmichael is an artist whose deep and introspective relationship with music belies his years. Based in Glasgow, he forms part of a cohort of young music graduates who have steadily yet organically been pushing against the boundaries of learned traditions. Carmichael’s latest album, Held In The Dark, is his fourth, and a further iteration of the lush combination of folk and jazz which characterises his music. In some ways, Held In The Dark is familiar territory for Carmichael. It... The post Matt Carmichael on New Album and EFG London Jazz Festival Appearance appeared first on The Quietus .
Sam Fender announces UK and Ireland ‘Proper Massive Stadium Tour’ for summer 2027
Support comes from Wunderhorse, dates include his first European festival headline slot at Rock Werchter, and pre-sale tickets are on offer to those who pre-order his upcoming fourth album The post Sam Fender announces UK and Ireland ‘Proper Massive Stadium Tour’ for summer 2027 appeared first on NME .
Ye Gods – Los
Ye Gods Los Visited by the ghost of gothmas past, Antoni Maiovvi whips out his magic circle for a true grimoire of an album Los by Ye Gods When Killing Joke’s Jaz Coleman tells you to do something, you should probably do it. Even if it’s only in a dream. In the case of British composer Antoni Maiovvi (AKA AD Goodfellow), the post-punk vocalist’s mid-slumber visit guided him back to the ritual magick practice he had let slide. To further atone for this oversight, Coleman suggested the name Ye Gods. Seven years and 12 releases later (by my abacus twiddling) and this “occult devotional electronics project” arrives at the William Blake-referencing Los. Over the years, Maiovvi’s compositional approach has evolved. The electronics are still scrambled,... The post Ye Gods – Los appeared first on The Quietus .
The Electro Quartet – Nature’s World With Studio G
The Electro Quartet Nature’s World With Studio G An album of electronic library music from the early 80s breaths the air of sunnier climes Nature's World With Studio G by Various Artists 1982 was an odd year. Ozzy Osbourne was treated for rabies after biting the head of a bat in the middle of a gig. The first ever computer virus was created by a 15-year old kid in Pittsburgh. Mary Whitehouse sued the National Theatre for obscenity. The Falklands War kicked off in the South Atlantic. Israel invaded Lebanon in a military campaign called Operation Peace. Abba split up. The first compact discs were produced in Germany. The most popular albums in Britain that year included Barbra Streisand’s schmaltzily nostalgic Memories, the soundtrack... The post The Electro Quartet – Nature’s World With Studio G appeared first on The Quietus .
Spotify Yanks More Than 50M AI “Slop and Spam” Tracks a Year Into Crackdown
The streaming service's year-long effort to crack down on AI music comes after an additional 75 million "spammy" tracks being pulled. Spotify Yanks More Than 50M AI “Slop and Spam” Tracks a Year Into Crackdown Travis Bland
Michael Rejected From the Musical/Comedy Golden Globes Category
The film and actors will have to compete in the tougher drama category if Lionsgate doesn't prevail in an appeal. Michael Rejected From the Musical/Comedy Golden Globes Category Travis Bland
Martin Gore, His Daughter Johnnie Lee, and Cliff Damavandi Commune With the Departed on “Cross Whisper”
A bird at the window can become a peculiar kind of correspondent after someone you love has died, its arrival gathering a meaning no sensible explanation can quite dispel. Grief… The post Martin Gore, His Daughter Johnnie Lee, and Cliff Damavandi Commune With the Departed on “Cross Whisper” appeared first on Post-Punk.com .
NYC Post-Punk Outfit London Plane Skewer the Cult of Obedience in Video for “NATION NATION”
The regency is strong Black boots match my skeleton mask And my instincts are all gone Now I’m something to fear The most dangerous idiot in any political movement is the one who… The post NYC Post-Punk Outfit London Plane Skewer the Cult of Obedience in Video for “NATION NATION” appeared first on Post-Punk.com .
Bicep Reveal First Album in Five Years, Drop Three New Songs
Slug features contributions from Lauren Duffus, Eartheater, George Riley, Clark, and Sassy 009
Debbie the Bar Owner Stole the Show on Conan O’Brien’s Episode of SubwayTakes
Conan O'Brien meets his match in a Brooklyn bar owner named Debbie during a hilarious, off-the-cuff exchange on Subway Takes. Debbie the Bar Owner Stole the Show on Conan O’Brien’s Episode of SubwayTakes Alex Young
Eric Andre Announces 2027 “Subtle!” Standup Tour Dates
The 40-date theater run will stop in major cities such as Nashville, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York. Eric Andre Announces 2027 “Subtle!” Standup Tour Dates Eddie Fu
Lil Baby Recruits Future, Young Thug for New Album Fresh
It’s out November 6
Dave Mustaine Insists “I’m Not a Bad Guy” and “I Don’t Walk Around With a Chip on My Shoulder”
The metal legend addressed his relationship with his former band Metallica and his ex-Megadeth bandmates Dave Mustaine Insists “I’m Not a Bad Guy” and “I Don’t Walk Around With a Chip on My Shoulder” Langdon Hickman
JAY-Z at SoFi Stadium: How to Get Last-Minute Tickets
Jay's pair of 30th anniversary shows in Los Angeles go down on October 23rd and 24th. Learn how to get last-minute tickets. JAY-Z at SoFi Stadium: How to Get Last-Minute Tickets Consequence Staff
Own Stanley Kubrick’s Entire Iconic Filmography with The Complete Kubrick in 4K
The director's 13 feature films are being collected for a 30-disc new set, courtesy of Criterion. Own Stanley Kubrick’s Entire Iconic Filmography with The Complete Kubrick in 4K Liz Shannon Miller
Romain Gavras Is Bummed About Those AI Versions of “Storm”
“Part of me wanted to quit filmmaking, move back to Greece, and become an olive farmer”
FKA Twigs announced as Southbank’s Meltdown 2027 curator, with special guests announced for ‘Hometown’ grassroots events across the UK
There is also the first ever Hometown Meltdown on the way too, featuring Jamie Cullum, Kelly Lee Owens and more, and backed by Music Venue Trust The post FKA Twigs announced as Southbank’s Meltdown 2027 curator, with special guests announced for ‘Hometown’ grassroots events across the UK appeared first on NME .
Did Drake Steal “Janice STFU”?
Songwriter Aviel Hirschfield claimed his reference track is a smoking gun. Now you can hear the audio that he says proves it
Cyndi Lauper Announces 10 Dates for 2027 Las Vegas Residency
The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer will return to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in February and September. Cyndi Lauper Announces 10 Dates for 2027 Las Vegas Residency Ben Kaye
Bono Believes Republican Party Has Been “Hijacked” and Wants “To Invite Them Back”
The U2 singer said America has seen "the greatest heist in the history of the world" with the takeover of the GOP. Bono Believes Republican Party Has Been “Hijacked” and Wants “To Invite Them Back” Travis Bland
Brandi Carlile Unveils Girls Just Wanna Weekend 2027 Lineup: Kelly Clarkson, The Beaches, and More
The annual destination festival returns to Mexico’s Barceló Maya Resort from January 14th-18th. Brandi Carlile Unveils Girls Just Wanna Weekend 2027 Lineup: Kelly Clarkson, The Beaches, and More Paolo Ragusa