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Key and Peele’s Police Academy Reboot Was Cancelled After Michael Brown’s 2014 Death
The Studio star Ike Barinholtz revealed he was working on the project as a writer on his podcast. Key and Peele’s Police Academy Reboot Was Cancelled After Michael Brown’s 2014 Death Liz Shannon Miller
Velocity Girl announce ‘1989 – 1992’ early recordings comp, share “Forgotten Favorite”
‘1989 – 1992’ collects Velocity Girl’s singles, flexis and other recordings made before signing to Sub Pop and releasing their 1993 debut album.
Sleep Return With Tour, Comic Book, and First New Song in Eight Years
The pioneering doom-metal band now includes Void’s Bubba Dupree on guitar and Melvins’ Dale Crover on drums
Tribute concert for Syd Barrett’s 80th birthday to be held
Kula Shaker and Soft Machine are among the acts on the bill and tickets will go on sale tomorrow (June 19) The post Tribute concert for Syd Barrett’s 80th birthday to be held appeared first on NME .
Quicksand Unleash Classic Hardcore Diss Track Energy with “Cool Guy”: Stream
The post-hardcore band have unveiled the third single from their upcoming album Bring on the Psychics. Quicksand Unleash Classic Hardcore Diss Track Energy with “Cool Guy”: Stream Langdon Hickman
Craig Finn Announces The Man I’ve Always Been Tour
A North American run of full-band shows will cap off a jam-packed 2026 for the Hold Steady frontman
Ariel Pink claims to be the “most banned artist” as he repeats support for Donald Trump
He previously attended Trump’s rally in Washington DC, on January 6, 2021 The post Ariel Pink claims to be the “most banned artist” as he repeats support for Donald Trump appeared first on NME .
Kim Gordon played Fallon in a Jalen Brunson Knicks jersey (watch), adds 2nd Brooklyn show to tour
The Fallon appearance was a callback to when she performed with Sonic Youth in 1994 in a John Starks jersey.
Sleep announce new LP & tour, but Matt Pike no longer in band
The new lineup os Sleep includes bandleader Al Cisneros, Void’s Bubba Dupree on guitar and Melvis/Redd Kross drummer Dale Crover.
Jack Osbourne Defends Attendance at White House UFC Event: “I’m Sorry You Weren’t Invited”
His incendiary response comes in the wake of a wave of criticisms levied at his appearance at the event. Jack Osbourne Defends Attendance at White House UFC Event: “I’m Sorry You Weren’t Invited” Langdon Hickman
Elliott Smith now has an asteroid named after him
“I hope this introduces at least one new person to Elliott’s brilliant discography” The post Elliott Smith now has an asteroid named after him appeared first on NME .
Charli XCX on if ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ is really a “rock” album, and if the dancefloor is really “dead”
Her new LP is set to land on July 24 The post Charli XCX on if ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ is really a “rock” album, and if the dancefloor is really “dead” appeared first on NME .
Role Model Announces 2026 North American Tour
Role Model will bring his new album Chuck Timely & The Hourglass on tour throughout the US and Canada this fall. Role Model Announces 2026 North American Tour Paolo Ragusa
Olivia Rodrigo “Smelled” Fans Wearing Diapers in Front Row
Her nose knows. Olivia Rodrigo “Smelled” Fans Wearing Diapers in Front Row Wren Graves
Watch Kim Gordon Play “Play Me” on The Tonight Show
Ahead of the start of her summer tour
Gracie Abrams reveals tracklist for new album ‘Daughter From Hell’
The singer will release her third studio album on July 17 via Interscope The post Gracie Abrams reveals tracklist for new album ‘Daughter From Hell’ appeared first on NME .
Dan Deacon composed the score Netflix movie ‘Little Brother’ starring Eric André (who plays upright bass on it)
‘Little Brother’ and its soundtrack are both out June 26. Dan Deacon is also on tour.
Sleep Announce 2026 Tour, Unveil First New Music in Eight Years
"Have Spacesuit Will Travel" marks the band's first recording without Matt Pike. Sleep Announce 2026 Tour, Unveil First New Music in Eight Years Chris Coplan
Houghton Reveals 2026 Lineup
Underground Resistance & Saul Williams, Djrum and CCL are among the acts debuting at the event this summer Photo by Jake Davis Houghton has shared the full lineup for its 2026 edition. The festival, which takes place on the grounds of Houghton Hall in Norfolk, will welcome more than 200 acts to play across four days, with more than 50 of those marking debuts at the event. Among those set to perform at the festival for the first time are Underground Resistance & Saul Williams, Djrum, CCL, Mark Ernestus & Tikiman, Decius, Paquita Gordon, and Aurora Halal. Many others who have played at past editions of Houghton will also return to DJ, including Ricardo Villalobos, Ben UFO, Call Super, Shanti Celeste, Helena Hauff,... The post Houghton Reveals 2026 Lineup appeared first on The Quietus .
Stagecoach 2027 Announces Advance Ticket Sale
The California country festival goes down April 23rd-25th at Empire Polo Club in Indio. Stagecoach 2027 Announces Advance Ticket Sale Paolo Ragusa
Jay Leno: “Joe Rogan Is the New Johnny Carson”
"I mean, podcasts really are the new talk shows. Joe Rogan is the new Johnny Carson." Jay Leno: “Joe Rogan Is the New Johnny Carson” Wren Graves
Tom Morello responds to “hypocritical” argument that musicians shouldn’t be political
It comes after the guitarist recently used his set at Download Festival 2026 to send a message to the British far-right activist Tommy Robinson The post Tom Morello responds to “hypocritical” argument that musicians shouldn’t be political appeared first on NME .
Grand Theft Auto 6 Pre-Orders to Launch June 25th
Rockstar Games has also revealed the game's official cover artwork. Grand Theft Auto 6 Pre-Orders to Launch June 25th Alex Young
The Itch, Any Young Mechanic, Heartworms lead massive second wave of artists for Iceland Airwaves 2026 line-up
They join Adult DVD, Dove Ellis and more on the bill The post The Itch, Any Young Mechanic, Heartworms lead massive second wave of artists for Iceland Airwaves 2026 line-up appeared first on NME .