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Suge Knight claims that Tupac Shakur’s friends and family smoked his ashes
"I was probably the only one who didn't hit him" The post Suge Knight claims that Tupac Shakur’s friends and family smoked his ashes appeared first on NME .
New “Letterboxd for clubbing” app lets you rate DJs after a night out
Seen Live also allows users to log gigs, upload photos and discover artists through other people's reviews The post New “Letterboxd for clubbing” app lets you rate DJs after a night out appeared first on NME .
BBC Introducing announce ‘LIVE’ events across the UK for young artists after being axed from Reading & Leeds
The programme will span 10 locations with performances, workshops, open mics and panels The post BBC Introducing announce ‘LIVE’ events across the UK for young artists after being axed from Reading & Leeds appeared first on NME .
Bret Michaels Cancels All Scheduled Tour Dates As He Recovers from Recent Surgeries
The 63-year-old Poison singer underwent surgery to remove a kidney stone and have a ureteral stent placed. Bret Michaels Cancels All Scheduled Tour Dates As He Recovers from Recent Surgeries Alex Young
Dr. Dre says he is “embracing” AI in music: “It’s a new tool for creativity”
The hip-hop legend compared opposition to the technology with the early reaction to drum machines and synthesisers The post Dr. Dre says he is “embracing” AI in music: “It’s a new tool for creativity” appeared first on NME .
Hundreds of Pounds of Drugs Seized, Three More Arrested at Gathering of the Juggalos, Police Say
Marijuana, mushrooms, ketamine, fentanyl, and MDMA were all seized as part of the stakeout. Hundreds of Pounds of Drugs Seized, Three More Arrested at Gathering of the Juggalos, Police Say Travis Bland
Big Thief Play Setlist Made Entirely of Upcoming Triple Album, Horsepower
The 29-song set featured guest spots by Americana luminaries such as Gillian Welch, Lucinda Williams, and Iris DeMent. Big Thief Play Setlist Made Entirely of Upcoming Triple Album, Horsepower Travis Bland
Watch Foo Fighters play rarities with LA Philharmonic Orchestra at Hollywood Bowl
The one-off set was part of a celebration for the orchestra's outgoing music director Gustavo Dudamel The post Watch Foo Fighters play rarities with LA Philharmonic Orchestra at Hollywood Bowl appeared first on NME .
Dr. Dre Embraces AI to Create Music, Criticizes Those Who Don’t
The iconic hip-hop artist likened the technology to past innovations in music production. Dr. Dre Embraces AI to Create Music, Criticizes Those Who Don’t Travis Bland
Watch Don Toliver bring out Justin Timberlake for ‘Rock Your Body’ and ‘Body’ in Miami
It was Timberlake's first performance since a tribute to Pharrell Williams in January The post Watch Don Toliver bring out Justin Timberlake for ‘Rock Your Body’ and ‘Body’ in Miami appeared first on NME .
Zara Larsson and PinkPantheress Finally Perform “Stateside” Live
“You guys are watching herstory being made,” Larsson told the crowd at All Points East in London
Watch Cruz Beckham join The Kooks for ‘Jackie Big Tits’ at Rock N Roll Circus Norwich
Beckham had performed with his band The Breakers earlier in the day The post Watch Cruz Beckham join The Kooks for ‘Jackie Big Tits’ at Rock N Roll Circus Norwich appeared first on NME .
The Daily Mail Followed and Photographed the Wrong Woman While Trying to Find Meg White
The woman reportedly told the Daily Mail reporter they had the wrong person before the tabloid published the photos anyway. The Daily Mail Followed and Photographed the Wrong Woman While Trying to Find Meg White Alex Krinsky
Big Thief Debut New Triple Album, Horsepower, Live in Nashville
The 29-song album was performed in full at the Ryman Auditorium alongside special guests Lucinda Williams, Gillian Welch, Iris DeMent, and more
Dolly Parton Avatar Performances in Development
The country music icon said her avatar performances are in the early stages of development. Dolly Parton Avatar Performances in Development Travis Bland
Foo Fighters Play Rarities with Gustavo Dudamel and LA Philharmonic at One-Off Hollywood Bowl Show
The blowout concert celebrated departing composer Gustavo Dudamel. Foo Fighters Play Rarities with Gustavo Dudamel and LA Philharmonic at One-Off Hollywood Bowl Show Alex Young
Dolly Parton says she’s exploring “avatar performances”
The country icon revealed she is looking into new ways to give fans music experiences after facing a series of health issues The post Dolly Parton says she’s exploring “avatar performances” appeared first on NME .
Bonnaroo to take “much-needed” year off in 2027 to recover from extreme weather
After being plagued by extreme weather and cancellations, organisers said the break "will only make Bonnaroo better" The post Bonnaroo to take “much-needed” year off in 2027 to recover from extreme weather appeared first on NME .
Watch King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard bring out Max Weinberg at Queens show
Hi son, former Slipknot drummer Jay Weinberg, has previously appeared on stage with the band The post Watch King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard bring out Max Weinberg at Queens show appeared first on NME .
Lorde hails All Points East line-up “the best I’ve ever been part of” during huge headline slot
"I was really struck by what this group of artists are doing. I felt so honoured to be a part of it" The post Lorde hails All Points East line-up “the best I’ve ever been part of” during huge headline slot appeared first on NME .
BigXthaPlug arrested on drug and gun charges in Texas
The arrest caused the country rapper to miss a scheduled performance at a music festival The post BigXthaPlug arrested on drug and gun charges in Texas appeared first on NME .
Watch Zara Larsson and PinkPantheress perform ‘Stateside’ together for first time at All Points East
The surprise appearance marked one of the biggest pop crossover moments of the London festival The post Watch Zara Larsson and PinkPantheress perform ‘Stateside’ together for first time at All Points East appeared first on NME .
Black Weirdos Unite: An Extract from We Were Here by Stephanie Phillips
Following our interview with Stephanie Phillips yesterday, the Quietus proudly publishes an exclusive extract from her new book We Were Here: A History of Black People and Alternative Music Stephanie Phillips live with Big Joanie. Photo by Leen Van Laethem There’s a phrase I love to use to describe myself and other Black people with the same inclination as me. It’s one that encapsulates both how we feel as outsiders and also how the world looks at us. That phrase is Black weirdo. Us Black weirdos know you think we’re strange, but we don’t really want to conform. Questions about our existence and our right to be here can come from white music fans, the Black community and sometimes within ourselves. Why... The post Black Weirdos Unite: An Extract from We Were Here by Stephanie Phillips appeared first on The Quietus .
Watch Rosalía sing Bad Bunny’s ‘Safaera’ with tequila shot in Monterrey
It took the place of the white wine she usually drinks before 'Sauvignon Blanc' The post Watch Rosalía sing Bad Bunny’s ‘Safaera’ with tequila shot in Monterrey appeared first on NME .