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“As We Dance With Tears in The Rain” — Death Drifts Under the Skin in Traitrs’ Video for “I Was Ill, You Were Wrong”
And I see your sadness Is it just like mine? We spend much of life rehearsing permanence. Calendars extend months ahead, plans multiply, and ordinary chores encourage the soothing fiction… The post “As We Dance With Tears in The Rain” — Death Drifts Under the Skin in Traitrs’ Video for “I Was Ill, You Were Wrong” appeared first on Post-Punk.com .
U2 Release Cover of The Pogues’ “Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah” for Shane MacGowan Tribute Album: Stream
20th Century Paddy – The Songs of Shane MacGowan is scheduled for release November 13th. U2 Release Cover of The Pogues’ “Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah” for Shane MacGowan Tribute Album: Stream Travis Bland
Underscores releases frenetic new song ‘Unlimited Love’ and ‘The Peace’ remix with Frost Children
The cover art also appears to tease a project called 'After-U' The post Underscores releases frenetic new song ‘Unlimited Love’ and ‘The Peace’ remix with Frost Children appeared first on NME .
Jelly Roll: “It Is Never Too Late to Do the Right Thing” in Emotional Monologue on Politics and Faith
Following backlash over his Donald Trump jokes and past comments on politics, the country star addressed his beliefs, faith, and desire to be a "voice for the voiceless" during his final night guest-hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live! Jelly Roll: “It Is Never Too Late to Do the Right Thing” in Emotional Monologue on Politics and Faith Alex Young
Cardi B Says “Ah Ha” Targets Those Who Think She’s Worried About Them: “There’s a Lot of Jealousy Around Me”
The rapper says her latest single addresses people who think she wants their partners or sees them as competition. Cardi B Says “Ah Ha” Targets Those Who Think She’s Worried About Them: “There’s a Lot of Jealousy Around Me” Pedro Camacho
Jamie T kicks off Reading 2026 with surprise main stage set: “Ready for a little dance?”
"How are you Reading Festival? We're here to open the celebrations," offered the indie icon, opening things with 33 minute and 10 second set The post Jamie T kicks off Reading 2026 with surprise main stage set: “Ready for a little dance?” appeared first on NME .
CMAT releases ‘Euro-Country (Live at St Anne’s)’ EP
“It was a dream show and serves to confirm my status as a NATIONAL TREASURE (in Ireland)” The post CMAT releases ‘Euro-Country (Live at St Anne’s)’ EP appeared first on NME .
Dolly Parton cited in judge’s Texas drag ban strike down
The late country icon's sex symbol status was cited to demonstrate how the bill may unfairly "condemn an entire performance” of a "prurient interest in sex" The post Dolly Parton cited in judge’s Texas drag ban strike down appeared first on NME .
Britney Spears Recalls Being Self-Conscious in LA Until She Met Shakira: “I Finally Felt Normal”
“We were honestly twins,” Spears said of meeting Shakira during her “Whenever, Wherever” era. Britney Spears Recalls Being Self-Conscious in LA Until She Met Shakira: “I Finally Felt Normal” Pedro Camacho
SoundCloud to introduce direct-to-fan music sales
The streaming platform will take no commission on any purchases The post SoundCloud to introduce direct-to-fan music sales appeared first on NME .
Jelly Roll “not welcomed” in Florida Panhandle says congressman after calling Trump “full of shit” in roast
The singer called the president a “fat pig” during his time guest hosting ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ The post Jelly Roll “not welcomed” in Florida Panhandle says congressman after calling Trump “full of shit” in roast appeared first on NME .
Julia Roberts has “never forgotten” Dolly Parton advice about complaining on-set
The pair worked together on the 1989 drama 'Steel Magnolias' The post Julia Roberts has “never forgotten” Dolly Parton advice about complaining on-set appeared first on NME .
Turnstile Unveil NEVER ENOUGH: VERSIONS Featuring Elton John, Dying Fetus & Hayley Williams: Stream
The 22-track LP includes reimagined versions of songs from 2025's Grammy-winning NEVER ENOUGH. Turnstile Unveil NEVER ENOUGH: VERSIONS Featuring Elton John, Dying Fetus & Hayley Williams: Stream Spencer Kaufman
Bobby Vylan to face no further action over “death to the IDF” chant as he tells Met Police to “do some real work”
“Great use of resources guys! Maybe now you can stop the harassment” The post Bobby Vylan to face no further action over “death to the IDF” chant as he tells Met Police to “do some real work” appeared first on NME .
Live Album of the Week: Pulp’s Live!
Pulp's post-comeback material was always rooted in live performance, says Claire Biddles, who finds them at their freest, most organic and untethered in a new document of their triumphant London gigs The magic of pop music is catalysed in its melding of twin elements: sound and lyric; intellect and emotion; heart and head. Pulp have been making perfect pop music since the mid-1980s, but their brilliance has always been led by the mind; blooming from the deft observations and exacting words of Jarvis Cocker. But this hierarchy switches when a band plays live, when feelings outrun logic. When post-break up Pulp reunited in 2011, they did so primarily as a live band, only releasing one ‘new’ song (2013 single 'After You', actually... The post Live Album of the Week: Pulp’s Live! appeared first on The Quietus .
KATSEYE drop out of Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain festival due to injury
“We know how much our fans were looking forward to seeing us, and it breaks our hearts to disappoint anyone” The post KATSEYE drop out of Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain festival due to injury appeared first on NME .
Queens Of The Stone Age’s Josh Homme expands on “corporate assholes” setting rules at gigs: “It’s about controlling fun”
The comments follow Homme defying Ford Field Arena's smoking ban by lighting a cigarette on stage The post Queens Of The Stone Age’s Josh Homme expands on “corporate assholes” setting rules at gigs: “It’s about controlling fun” appeared first on NME .
David Byrne’s recent world tour turned into 70mm concert film by Brady Corbet
The film is currently in post-production The post David Byrne’s recent world tour turned into 70mm concert film by Brady Corbet appeared first on NME .
Watch Kasabian play Leeds Festival’s first-ever Thursday headline slot: “This is history!”
"You’ve been so good to us over the years," frontman Serge Pizzorno told the crowd during the hit-filled set, following opening slots from Arkayla and The Lathums The post Watch Kasabian play Leeds Festival’s first-ever Thursday headline slot: “This is history!” appeared first on NME .
Fontaines D.C. announce 2026 UK and European arena tour
The Dublin rockers are touring in support of their upcoming album ‘Dopamine Chamber’ The post Fontaines D.C. announce 2026 UK and European arena tour appeared first on NME .
Music of the Month: The Best Albums and Tracks of August 2026
tQ's staffers select the best albums and tracks of the last four weeks Writing this introduction to the glorious sound of hammering rain, it feels as if this long and brutal summer is finally nearing its end. Here, then, is our roundup of the greatest music that got us over the finish line. Everything featured below, as well as all the other knockout music we’ve covered at tQ this month, will be compiled into an hours-long playlist exclusive to our subscribers. In addition, subscribers can enjoy exclusive music from some of the world’s most forward-thinking artists, regular deep-dive essays, a monthly podcast, specially-curated ‘Organic Intelligence’ guides to under-the-radar international sub-genres, and much more bonus material besides. To sign up for all those... The post Music of the Month: The Best Albums and Tracks of August 2026 appeared first on The Quietus .
Dolly Parton’s streaming numbers soar following icon’s death
The late country legend's streams rose more than 2000 per cent The post Dolly Parton’s streaming numbers soar following icon’s death appeared first on NME .
J. Cole cancels concert following news of touring crew member’s death
The 66-year-old crew member died after his truck veered off the highway and overturned The post J. Cole cancels concert following news of touring crew member’s death appeared first on NME .
Supergrass to “pull out the hits and deep cuts” on 2027 UK tour
It marks their first UK headline shows since their 2025 'I Should Coco' anniversary tour The post Supergrass to “pull out the hits and deep cuts” on 2027 UK tour appeared first on NME .