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Self Esteem lands first major film role in 1980s Welsh drama ‘Mountain’
Rebecca Lucy Taylor has been increasingly pivoting from music to acting in recent years The post Self Esteem lands first major film role in 1980s Welsh drama ‘Mountain’ appeared first on NME .
Blossoms on the “playfulness” of album six as they reflect on 10 years of their debut: “Resting on our laurels was never on the agenda”
As the indie heroes returned to Manchester’s Deaf Institute to celebrate 10 years of their debut album, frontman Tom Ogden told NME about the “pure joy” of revisiting their early days, getting in the hot tub to write new music with Declan McKenna, and why arenas “feel like where we should be” for sixth album ‘Songs From The Wedding Cake’ The post Blossoms on the “playfulness” of album six as they reflect on 10 years of their debut: “Resting on our laurels was never on the agenda” appeared first on NME .
Watch Fontaines D.C. debut new songs ‘Marianne’ and ‘Six Shot Morning’ in first full headline show of 2026
It comes after guitarist Carlos O’Connell confirmed to NME earlier this year that the band were working on new material The post Watch Fontaines D.C. debut new songs ‘Marianne’ and ‘Six Shot Morning’ in first full headline show of 2026 appeared first on NME .
Tyga admits he used AI on new album ‘$tarface’: “I don’t care”
"It's no different than when Auto-Tune came out. Some people were opposed to it, but real artists took it and used it" The post Tyga admits he used AI on new album ‘$tarface’: “I don’t care” appeared first on NME .
Billy Strings performs in protective headgear after being hit by object on stage
"Maybe I shouldn’t have come back" The post Billy Strings performs in protective headgear after being hit by object on stage appeared first on NME .
Watch Charli XCX join The Strokes for ‘Take It Or Leave It’ at Outside Lands 2026
Julian Casablancas introduced her as "the queen of album sales", after the two artists released their new records on the same day last month The post Watch Charli XCX join The Strokes for ‘Take It Or Leave It’ at Outside Lands 2026 appeared first on NME .
My Chemical Romance’s 2026 “The Black Parade Tour”: How to Get Last-Minute Tickets
The 16-date tour on the 20th anniversary of the band's seminal album hits New York, Washington D.C., Minneapolis, Phoenix, Los Angeles, and more. My Chemical Romance’s 2026 “The Black Parade Tour”: How to Get Last-Minute Tickets Travis Bland
Daft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter says writing the score for ‘Tron: Legacy’ was “depressing” and “limiting”
The 2010 Disney sci-fi film contained the duo's first ever movie soundtrack The post Daft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter says writing the score for ‘Tron: Legacy’ was “depressing” and “limiting” appeared first on NME .
Joe Jonas says he sought therapy for his low album sales
"I started having panic attacks and started having physical pain" The post Joe Jonas says he sought therapy for his low album sales appeared first on NME .
The Guest List tear apart “the monotony of the every day” on anthemic new single ‘Mundane’
The Manchester indie band's debut album 'Something Real' is out later this month The post The Guest List tear apart “the monotony of the every day” on anthemic new single ‘Mundane’ appeared first on NME .
Riot Fest 2026 reveal stage times – with Morrissey opening for Tool
The festival returns to Douglass Park in Chicago from September 18 to 20 The post Riot Fest 2026 reveal stage times – with Morrissey opening for Tool appeared first on NME .
Billy Strings Wears a Helmet at Concert After Getting Hit With a Thrown Object
During a three-night stand at an Indiana venue, the bluegrass picker decided he needed some extra protection following the incident from night one. Billy Strings Wears a Helmet at Concert After Getting Hit With a Thrown Object Travis Bland
Henry Rollins announces coming-of-age memoir, ‘Bait Dog Boy’
It will explore the former Black Flag frontman's challenging childhood and discovery of punk rock The post Henry Rollins announces coming-of-age memoir, ‘Bait Dog Boy’ appeared first on NME .
Madonna pays emotional tribute to William Orbit: “Your music gave me a magic carpet to fly on”
The late producer won three Grammys for his work with Madonna, including for the classic 1998 album 'Ray Of Light' The post Madonna pays emotional tribute to William Orbit: “Your music gave me a magic carpet to fly on” appeared first on NME .
Bart Simpson Actress Believes The Simpsons Will End Soon
Nancy Cartwright, voice of Bart Simpson, speculated on the Inside of You podcast that the long-running animated series will come to a close after its current renewal ends. Bart Simpson Actress Believes The Simpsons Will End Soon Travis Bland
Madonna Remembers Producer William Orbit as “Singular” in Heartfelt Tribute
The two worked together on her Grammy-winning 1998 album Ray of Light. Madonna Remembers Producer William Orbit as “Singular” in Heartfelt Tribute Travis Bland
Phoebe Bridgers to make acting debut in A24 drama ‘Primetime’
The upcoming film, starring Robert Pattinson, follows the rise of Dateline show 'To Catch a Predator' The post Phoebe Bridgers to make acting debut in A24 drama ‘Primetime’ appeared first on NME .
Taylor Swift’s ‘August’ removed from Donald Trump TikTok post that joked she would be “super excited” about its use
Two more of the singer's tracks have also become unavailable on posts from the President's team The post Taylor Swift’s ‘August’ removed from Donald Trump TikTok post that joked she would be “super excited” about its use appeared first on NME .
Watch Olivia Rodrigo play intimate Brooklyn show as she launches Bandcamp page
The page includes a new 'Happy Version' of her recent song 'Purple' The post Watch Olivia Rodrigo play intimate Brooklyn show as she launches Bandcamp page appeared first on NME .
Lindsey Buckingham teases new project with Stevie Nicks for 2027
"I think quite a few things will reveal themselves" The post Lindsey Buckingham teases new project with Stevie Nicks for 2027 appeared first on NME .
Foo Fighters release Bandcamp live EP ‘Are Playing Where??? Vol. II’
The six-track surprise release is made up of performances from intimate shows in New York and New Jersey earlier this year The post Foo Fighters release Bandcamp live EP ‘Are Playing Where??? Vol. II’ appeared first on NME .
Brandi Carlile postpones UK and European tour over “personal circumstances”
The singer told fans she had been "so profoundly anxious about this decision" The post Brandi Carlile postpones UK and European tour over “personal circumstances” appeared first on NME .
Chappell Roan announces two-night Los Angeles fundraiser for trans youth and LGBTQ+ communities
The 'Super Graphic Spectacular' will feature "drag, dance, guests, surprises and funnnn" The post Chappell Roan announces two-night Los Angeles fundraiser for trans youth and LGBTQ+ communities appeared first on NME .
Morrissey cancels Las Vegas residency due to “unforeseen logistical challenges” a week before the first show
The singer has built a reputation for axing gigs The post Morrissey cancels Las Vegas residency due to “unforeseen logistical challenges” a week before the first show appeared first on NME .