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Javier Bardem Inspired by Linkin Park, Slipknot, and Bad Omens for Cape Fear Role
Javier Bardem on the role metal plays for his acting: "I think I can listen to anything, because I really respect music and musicians. But the thing that makes my heart beat is metal." Javier Bardem Inspired by Linkin Park, Slipknot, and Bad Omens for Cape Fear Role Langdon Hickman
String of European music festivals and gigs left devastated by extreme weather: “‘The unthinkable has happened’
Festival organisers speak to NME about the difficulties in preparing for this weather, as severe heat and storms forced the cancellation and evacuation of events in France, Belgium and The Netherlands this weekend and UK shows baked in record-breaking temperatures The post String of European music festivals and gigs left devastated by extreme weather: “‘The unthinkable has happened’ appeared first on NME .
John Oliver Will Fulfill His Dream and Guest Star on General Hospital
After openly pleading to be cast as a guest star on a soap opera, Oliver has finally achieved his goal and will appear in three upcoming episodes of General Hospital. John Oliver Will Fulfill His Dream and Guest Star on General Hospital Paolo Ragusa
The Strokes tap Walton Goggins for “Going Shopping” video
The Strokes’ new album ‘Reality Awaits’ is out July 24.
Boardmasters vow to “be better neighbours” after ongoing rows with local community
The festival has faced criticism following a crowd surge and traffic issues in 2024, and reports of spiking in 2025 The post Boardmasters vow to “be better neighbours” after ongoing rows with local community appeared first on NME .
Druski Parodies Joe Jackson in Spoof Michael Prequel Trailer: Watch
The viral comedian debuted the sketch online while hosting the BET Awards. Druski Parodies Joe Jackson in Spoof Michael Prequel Trailer: Watch Eddie Fu
Walton Goggins Boogies With Julian Casablancas in New Strokes Video
A bunch of clowns show up too
Metallica Scholars Initiative Expands to 93 Schools with $3.3 Million Pledge
The Metallica Scholars Initiative has aided over 13,000 students in its eight years, with roughly 5,000 expected to be aided this year alone. Metallica Scholars Initiative Expands to 93 Schools with $3.3 Million Pledge Langdon Hickman
Aaron Lewis’ New Album Used as Shredded Packing Material for Taylor Swift Single
The Staind singer has reacted to the bizarre use of his upcoming album. Aaron Lewis’ New Album Used as Shredded Packing Material for Taylor Swift Single Spencer Kaufman
Sadurn announce new LP ‘The Underworld,’ share “whole thing”
It’s the Philadelphia indie rockers’ second album, and it arrives in October via Run for Cover.
LA Priest announces new album co-produced by Boys Noize: hear “Ever No”
Former Late of the Pier frontman Sam Eastgate will release his fourth Late of the Pier album, Into The Sky, on August 28 via Domino
Metallica donate £20,000 to Cardiff foodbank with “empty shelves” after sell-out gig
It came after the foodbank were forced to appeal for donations on social media just weeks before the metal band hit the city for their 'M72' date The post Metallica donate £20,000 to Cardiff foodbank with “empty shelves” after sell-out gig appeared first on NME .
Someone Also Shit Their Pants at a 5 Seconds of Summer Concert
A viral video captured staff cleaning the mess during a concert in Fort Worth, Texas. Someone Also Shit Their Pants at a 5 Seconds of Summer Concert Alex Young
Limp Bizkit’s Wes Borland: “We’re the biggest we’ve ever been right now”
“I don't know whether it's TikTok or nostalgia or what it is, but we've been busy, busy, busy” The post Limp Bizkit’s Wes Borland: “We’re the biggest we’ve ever been right now” appeared first on NME .
Bad Bunny brought out Gorillaz’s Damon Albarn in London for “Tormenta” & “Clint Eastwood”
Bad Bunny played two sold-out stadium shows in London this weekend; his Debí Tirar Más Fotos tour wraps in July
Dave Grohl’s Daughter’s Boyfriend Joins Foo Fighters on Drums for “Rope”
Before Max could take the kit, though, he first had to solve a Rubik's Cube in front of the entire stadium. Dave Grohl’s Daughter’s Boyfriend Joins Foo Fighters on Drums for “Rope” Alex Young
Staind frontman Aaron Lewis responds to his soon-to-be-released MAGA album cover already being used as shredded packaging for Taylor Swift merch
"I certainly wouldn’t be trying to bring her into this or blame her for anything" The post Staind frontman Aaron Lewis responds to his soon-to-be-released MAGA album cover already being used as shredded packaging for Taylor Swift merch appeared first on NME .
Watch local primary school kids perform ‘My Hero’ for Foo Fighters ahead of Liverpool Anfield show
“Thank you for braving the heat and for sharing your talents” The post Watch local primary school kids perform ‘My Hero’ for Foo Fighters ahead of Liverpool Anfield show appeared first on NME .
Werwulf Trailer: Robert Eggers Reveals a Fresh Take on the Wolfman: Watch
Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Lily-Rose Depp, and Willem Dafoe star in the new monster tale, in theaters December 25th, 2026. Werwulf Trailer: Robert Eggers Reveals a Fresh Take on the Wolfman: Watch Liz Shannon Miller
Courteney Cox and Snow Patrol’s Johnny McDaid split after decade together
The couple previously split in 2015 The post Courteney Cox and Snow Patrol’s Johnny McDaid split after decade together appeared first on NME .
Saves The Day announce ‘Stay What You Are’ 25th anniversary UK tour
The New Jersey band will play the 2001 album in full in Liverpool, London, Glasgow and more The post Saves The Day announce ‘Stay What You Are’ 25th anniversary UK tour appeared first on NME .
The Coral announce 2026 UK and Ireland tour with Dave McCabe, The Mary Wallopers and more
Their first new tour dates in nearly three years come following the surprise release of new album ‘388’ earlier this year The post The Coral announce 2026 UK and Ireland tour with Dave McCabe, The Mary Wallopers and more appeared first on NME .
Investigation underway after dead newborn baby found in toilet at Electric Forest festival
Festivalgoers are advised to contact Michigan State Police if they saw anything unusual at the EDM fest on the day of the incident The post Investigation underway after dead newborn baby found in toilet at Electric Forest festival appeared first on NME .
BET Awards 2026: check out the full winners list and see all the performances
Big winners on the night included Teyana Taylor, Clipse, Kendrick Lamar and Kehlani The post BET Awards 2026: check out the full winners list and see all the performances appeared first on NME .