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Indie Basement (6/26): the week in classic indie, alternative and college rock
This week: Beth Orton, The Hobknobs (mems Lewsberg & The Klittens), Brutalismus 3000, DECIUS, The Woodentops, and more.
Primal Scream Unveil ‘The Bunker Trilogy’ Releases
The band will put out expanded editions of the albums Vanishing Point, XTRMNTR and Evil Heat over the remainder of the year Screenshot Primal Scream are releasing expanded editions of their albums Vanishing Point (1997), XTRMNTR (2000) and Evil Heat (2002). Making up The Bunker Trilogy, the series of releases will take in newly remastered editions of all three records, as well as unheard material, B-sides and new liner notes. Each album will be reissued digitally, as well as on vinyl and CD. The series kicks off with Vanishing Point's reissue on 7 August, while XTRMNTR will follow on 4 September. The band will round off the run of releases with Evil Heat on 30 October. Commenting on the reissues, Primal Scream frontman Bobby Gillespie said:... The post Primal Scream Unveil ‘The Bunker Trilogy’ Releases appeared first on The Quietus .
Hear The Killers’ Brandon Flowers go country-western on lead ‘THRASHER’ single “Plans”
THRASHER is out August 21 and Brandon Flowers will be on tour this fall.
Justin Bieber Reveals New Live Album SWAG LIVE FROM COACHELLA (WEEKEND I): Stream
Bieber's new live album features guest appearances from The Kid LAROI, Dijon, Tems, Wizkid, and more. Justin Bieber Reveals New Live Album SWAG LIVE FROM COACHELLA (WEEKEND I): Stream Paolo Ragusa
Heavens to Betsy Reunite for First Tour in 32 Years
Corin Tucker’s pre-Sleater-Kinney band with Tracy Sawyer returned with a surprise show in Portland last night
Noel Gallagher says he “couldn’t believe” England team were singing Oasis’ ‘Wonderwall’ at World Cup and he’s “staggered Jude Bellingham knows the lyrics”
"I thought it was a great moment" The post Noel Gallagher says he “couldn’t believe” England team were singing Oasis’ ‘Wonderwall’ at World Cup and he’s “staggered Jude Bellingham knows the lyrics” appeared first on NME .
Metallica Unleash Super Deluxe ReLoad Box Set: Stream All 222 Tracks
The reissue of the 1997 album features previously unreleased demos, live performances, and more. Metallica Unleash Super Deluxe ReLoad Box Set: Stream All 222 Tracks Spencer Kaufman
Heavens to Betsy reunite for first show in 32 years, announce US tour
They promoted the intimate show at Portland’s Turn Turn Turn mostly with flyers posted around town.
Beck Unveils Duet Version of “Ride Lonesome” with Sierra Ferrell: Stream
The song was originally released in April and now features Ferrell's twangy vocals. Beck Unveils Duet Version of “Ride Lonesome” with Sierra Ferrell: Stream Travis Bland
Charli XCX shares cheeky new single & video, “Wink Wink”
‘Music, Fashion, Film’ is out July 24 and Charli XCX will be on tour this fall.
Records From Tom Verlaine’s Personal Collection Put Up for Sale
Around 4,000 of the late Television frontman’s vinyl records will be available for purchase on Discogs and at New York’s Academy Records A vast record collection left behind by late Television frontman Tom Verlaine is being placed up for sale via Discogs and in-person at New York's Academy Records. Around 4,000 records from the artist's collection are being made available for purchase. An initial batch of records has been put up online on Discogs as of today (26 June), with further sales at Academy’s Brooklyn store set to follow on 10 and 11 July 10. The remainder of the collection will then be made available via Discogs on 31 July. The records up for sale span "jazz, avant-garde, psychedelic rock, garage, experimental recordings,... The post Records From Tom Verlaine’s Personal Collection Put Up for Sale appeared first on The Quietus .
Notable Releases of the Week (6/26)
This week’s Notable Releases include Truck Violence, Downtown Boys, Maxo Kream, and more.
Kneecap open exclusive pop-up merch shop in London ahead of huge Crystal Palace Park show
Fans can get their hands on a limited edition gig print, a new logo cap, hoodies, T-shirts, a signed setlist from their Glastonbury 2025 performance and more The post Kneecap open exclusive pop-up merch shop in London ahead of huge Crystal Palace Park show appeared first on NME .
Carly Rae Jepsen talks going viral on TikTok, the chances of playing The Mighty Hoopla and new double album ‘Day And Night’
Jepsen tells us how these 24 songs show "the full spectrum of my musical tastes: The post Carly Rae Jepsen talks going viral on TikTok, the chances of playing The Mighty Hoopla and new double album ‘Day And Night’ appeared first on NME .
Empress Of Readies New Album Dream House
“Wild Storm” leads the LP, which reckons with the fallout from the Altadena fires that destroyed the artist’s home
Django Django announce new album, share “Cameos”
“After four records where anything goes, we were getting bored” says drummer David Maclean. “So we went back to basics.” ‘Doveland’ is out November 6.
Dua Lipa Opening Physical Library for Banned and Censored Books
The Manifesto Library will be located inside Livraria Lello in Porto. Dua Lipa Opening Physical Library for Banned and Censored Books Alex Young
12 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Beth Orton, Chanel Beads, and More
Stream new releases from Beth Orton, Chanel Beads, and Maxo Kream
La Roux shares anthemic synth driven single ‘Babyline’: “Happier, lighter, braver”
Elly Jackson's new album 'Old Flames' is set to drop later this year The post La Roux shares anthemic synth driven single ‘Babyline’: “Happier, lighter, braver” appeared first on NME .
Melissa Auf der Maur announces book of ‘My ’90s Rock Photographs’
The "intimate" look at the '90s alt-rock scene will be accompanied by an exhibition of the same name The post Melissa Auf der Maur announces book of ‘My ’90s Rock Photographs’ appeared first on NME .
RØDE Wireless GO III Microphones On Sale for Lowest Price Ever for Prime Day 2026
The latest model of the popular portable mic system is now 20% off – making it more affordable than ever. RØDE Wireless GO III Microphones On Sale for Lowest Price Ever for Prime Day 2026 Ben Kaye
Wet Leg team up with HorsegiirL for high-octane remix of ‘CPR’
It will feature on a deluxe version of their 2025 album 'Moisturizer' The post Wet Leg team up with HorsegiirL for high-octane remix of ‘CPR’ appeared first on NME .
Rum Music for June Reviewed by Jennifer Lucy Allan
Delayed, but no less delightful, your latest dispatch from the zone features everything from free-wheeling finger picking to tessellating violins, via dancehall, folksong and more Finn Loxbo Blessed be my editor Paddy for permitting me an extension on this month's Rum Music. I spent the entire month of May in Japan, interviewing members, friends, managers, photographers and other people connected to Les Rallizes Denudes. More on this sooner or later. The month was so overwhelming, so intense, so gobsmacking, I spent almost zero time listening to new music, hence the need for a generous extension. I barely got time to do much record shopping either, regularly flicking frantically through racks in the half hour before closing. Happily, even these quick dives delivered some... The post Rum Music for June Reviewed by Jennifer Lucy Allan appeared first on The Quietus .
Sombr tackles self-worth struggles and insecurities on soaring new anthem ‘My Body Isn’t Ready’
He wants fans who are facing similar issues to know they are "not alone", saying: "You are beautiful, and I love you" The post Sombr tackles self-worth struggles and insecurities on soaring new anthem ‘My Body Isn’t Ready’ appeared first on NME .