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Former Dead Kennedys frontman Jello Biafra hospitalised after suffering a stroke
The punk legend came down with a hemorrhagic stroke caused by high blood pressure over the weekendThe post Former Dead Kennedys frontman Jello Biafra hospitalised after suffering a stroke appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Reverend And The Makers frontman Jon McClure to become Sheffield FC Club Chairman
"We are stepping forward not just to run a football club, but to take charge of a global cultural institution rooted in South Yorkshire"The post Reverend And The Makers frontman Jon McClure to become Sheffield FC Club Chairman appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Muse share dramatic taster of new single ‘Be With You’
It is their first fresh material since last year's ‘Unravelling’The post Muse share dramatic taster of new single ‘Be With You’ appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Boston ‘More Than A Feeling’ singer Tommy DeCarlo dies age 60 after cancer diagnosis
"He fought with incredible strength and courage right up until the very end"The post Boston ‘More Than A Feeling’ singer Tommy DeCarlo dies age 60 after cancer diagnosis appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Baz Luhrmann wants to make a “jazz age” version of Charli XCX’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ soundtrack
“You’d have to ask Charli if that was OK, but I think it’d be cool”The post Baz Luhrmann wants to make a “jazz age” version of Charli XCX’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Live Nation reaches settlement deal with US Department Of Justice for “structural changes” over antitrust lawsuit
It will have to sell some of its amphitheaters, place a cap on the service fees, allow for third-party sellers to list on Ticketmaster directly, and moreThe post Live Nation reaches settlement deal with US Department Of Justice for “structural changes” over antitrust lawsuit appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Harry Styles says ‘American Girls’ is about watching his friends get married
"It’s actually quite a lonely song in a lot of ways"The post Harry Styles says ‘American Girls’ is about watching his friends get married appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Liam Gallagher responds to Oasis currently falling behind in vote for Rock Hall Of Fame 2026
It comes after his previous declaration that the Rock Hall was "full of BUMBACLARTS"The post Liam Gallagher responds to Oasis currently falling behind in vote for Rock Hall Of Fame 2026 appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Here’s what Interpol played as they kicked off their 2026 world tour
The band have been teasing a new album coming this year, but did any new tracks make it onto the setlist?The post Here’s what Interpol played as they kicked off their 2026 world tour appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Wiley leads tributes to grime MC Dot Rotten, who has died at age 37
The rapper's family have now confirmed his death following reports flooding social media this morning (March 9)The post Wiley leads tributes to grime MC Dot Rotten, who has died at age 37 appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
First Aid Kit to play ‘Stay Gold’ in full at one-off London show with Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra
It will be their only UK gig in 2026, and will see them reimagine the tracks with the 65-piece orchestraThe post First Aid Kit to play ‘Stay Gold’ in full at one-off London show with Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Massive Attack’s Robert Del Naja says Girl In The Year Above’s cover of ‘Teardrop’ is “most sublime, beautiful interpretation of that song that anyone has ever done”
The cover, recorded for the new ‘Peaky Blinders’ film also got the seal of approval from Cillian MurphyThe post Massive Attack’s Robert Del Naja says Girl In The Year Above’s cover of ‘Teardrop’ is “most sublime, beautiful interpretation of that song that anyone has ever done” appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
BLACKPINK’s Lisa visits viral monkey Punch in Japan
She brought her own stuffed animal, which matches the one that the baby macaque carries aroundThe post BLACKPINK’s Lisa visits viral monkey Punch in Japan appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
James Ford sheds light on the origins of Arctic Monkeys’ ‘Opening Night’ – and the chances of more new material
“Al had the demo of a song that was written around the time of ‘AM’, actually.The post James Ford sheds light on the origins of Arctic Monkeys’ ‘Opening Night’ – and the chances of more new material appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Machine Gun Kelly fan falls through opening in stage
He was performing at The O2 in London when he invited a handful of fans on stageThe post Machine Gun Kelly fan falls through opening in stage appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Lola Young, Louis Tomlinson, Zara Larsson and more added to Radio One’s Big Weekend 2026 line-up
Other new names on the bill include Nothing But Thieves, Mitski, Ellie Goulding and moreThe post Lola Young, Louis Tomlinson, Zara Larsson and more added to Radio One’s Big Weekend 2026 line-up appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Mandy, Indiana share exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover
The rising four-piece have chosen tracks by Model/Actriz, Lambrini Girls, PVA, Water From Your Eyes and moreThe post Mandy, Indiana share exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Woman arrested after shots fired at Rihanna’s Beverly Hills house
The pop star is said to be unharmed after approximately 10 shots were fired from a vehicle across the street of the propertyThe post Woman arrested after shots fired at Rihanna’s Beverly Hills house appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Boy George admits using AI to write songs, says it has “really helped me as a lyricist”
"I have fantastic conversations with ChatGPT"The post Boy George admits using AI to write songs, says it has “really helped me as a lyricist” appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Twisted Sister reveal Dee Snider replacement singer for salvaged 2026 reunion shows
It comes shortly after the band announced that they'd be cancelling their planned tour with the frontman at the helmThe post Twisted Sister reveal Dee Snider replacement singer for salvaged 2026 reunion shows appeared first on NME.
09/03/2026
Ringo Starr announces new album ‘Long Long Road’ with Billy Strings, Sheryl Crow and St. Vincent
He has also released the new single 'It's Been Too Long', co-written by T Bone BurnettThe post Ringo Starr announces new album ‘Long Long Road’ with Billy Strings, Sheryl Crow and St. Vincent appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Fatal car crashes increase on days of major album releases, study says
A team from Harvard Medical School studied smartphone usage and found an alarming correlationThe post Fatal car crashes increase on days of major album releases, study says appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Country Joe McDonald, singer with Country Joe & The Fish, dies aged 84
They were one of the defining bands of the 1960s counterculture and the San Francisco psychedelic sceneThe post Country Joe McDonald, singer with Country Joe & The Fish, dies aged 84 appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Quentin Tarantino’s first play reported to be launching in London in 2027
The project is expected to be an "old-fashioned British farce"The post Quentin Tarantino’s first play reported to be launching in London in 2027 appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Watch Sleaford Mods perform with Orbital, Gwendoline Christie, Life Without Buildings’ Sue Tompkins and more at London Brixton Academy show
It was the final date of their UK tour in support of new album 'The Demise Of Planet X'The post Watch Sleaford Mods perform with Orbital, Gwendoline Christie, Life Without Buildings’ Sue Tompkins and more at London Brixton Academy show appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Franz Ferdinand attack IDF for using ‘Take Me Out’ in propaganda video: “This makes us both nauseous and furious”
“These warmongering murderers are using our music without our consent"The post Franz Ferdinand attack IDF for using ‘Take Me Out’ in propaganda video: “This makes us both nauseous and furious” appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Watch Gorillaz make ‘SNL’ debut with ‘Clint Eastwood’ and ‘The Moon Cave’
They were joined by Del the Funky Homosapien, Asha Puthli, Black Thought and Anoushka ShankarThe post Watch Gorillaz make ‘SNL’ debut with ‘Clint Eastwood’ and ‘The Moon Cave’ appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Sprints show “the frustration of a generation stuck in ‘wait mode’ while everything burns” on ominous single ‘Trickle Down’
The single follows up the Dublin rockers' cover of Le Tigre's 'Deceptacon' The post Sprints show “the frustration of a generation stuck in ‘wait mode’ while everything burns” on ominous single ‘Trickle Down’ appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Watch R.E.M’s Michael Stipe join Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy for ‘The Great Beyond’ and ‘These Days’
Shannon and Narducy are currently on tour playing R.E.M.'s 'Lifes Rich Pageant' in full for its 40th anniversaryThe post Watch R.E.M’s Michael Stipe join Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy for ‘The Great Beyond’ and ‘These Days’ appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Lola Young announces four summer UK shows as part of return to touring: “Playing live is my happy place”
The singer will play Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and London in JuneThe post Lola Young announces four summer UK shows as part of return to touring: “Playing live is my happy place” appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Jack White says “Taylor Swift way” of “writing about all of their publicly aired break-ups” is something he “doesn’t find interesting at all”
"I think it’s a little bit boring for me to write about myself"The post Jack White says “Taylor Swift way” of “writing about all of their publicly aired break-ups” is something he “doesn’t find interesting at all” appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Lady Gaga calls in to Bruno Mars’ radio takeover with update on upcoming wedding plans
Gaga confirmed she was engaged to tech entrepreneur Michael Polansky in 2024 The post Lady Gaga calls in to Bruno Mars’ radio takeover with update on upcoming wedding plans appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Harry Styles crashes Ryan Gosling’s ‘SNL’ monologue ahead of hosting next week: “It’s been a while”
The former One Direction star released his fourth album, 'Kiss All The Time.Disco, Occasionally' on March 6The post Harry Styles crashes Ryan Gosling’s ‘SNL’ monologue ahead of hosting next week: “It’s been a while” appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Harry Styles gifted 50 free tickets to Manchester show to pupils from his old school
"Even given his incredible rise to fame and his immense talent and success Harry understands what it means to be successful but also to maintain his sense of personal identity, integrity and credibility," said Styles' ex-headteacher Nigel BielbyThe post Harry Styles gifted 50 free tickets to Manchester show to pupils from his old school appeared first on NME.
08/03/2026
Aldous Harding announces new album ‘Train On The Island’ with enigmatic single ‘One Stop’
The New Zealand artist has also added a third show at London's Barbican this summerThe post Aldous Harding announces new album ‘Train On The Island’ with enigmatic single ‘One Stop’ appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show was the most-watched of all time
Roc Nation has said it clocked 4.157billion global views in its first 24 hoursThe post Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show was the most-watched of all time appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
Charlie Puth named chief music officer of AI platform Moises
"AI, when done right, isn’t here to replace musicians.It’s here to help artists learn, explore, and bring their ideas to life"The post Charlie Puth named chief music officer of AI platform Moises appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
Check out the trailer for the new documentary about Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Hillel Slovak
The Netflix film will focus on the band's founding guitarist, who played on their first three albums before passing away in 1988The post Check out the trailer for the new documentary about Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Hillel Slovak appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
The Who to release 2023 Eden Project orchestral show as live album
They played at the Cornwall site with the Heart of England Philharmonic OrchestraThe post The Who to release 2023 Eden Project orchestral show as live album appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
Metallica extend ‘Life Burns Faster’ Las Vegas Sphere residency into 2027
They will now play a total of 24 dates at the state-of-the-art venueThe post Metallica extend ‘Life Burns Faster’ Las Vegas Sphere residency into 2027 appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
Keanu Reeves’ Dogstar announce new album ‘All In Now’ and North American tour
They have also shared the '90s-indebted title track as the lead singleThe post Keanu Reeves’ Dogstar announce new album ‘All In Now’ and North American tour appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
Kanye West reportedly struggled to stay awake while on witness stand in Malibu mansion trial
The rapper was said to have yawned and closed his eyes throughout the subdued court appearanceThe post Kanye West reportedly struggled to stay awake while on witness stand in Malibu mansion trial appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
John Mayer launches Grateful Dead fan listening party in honour of late guitarist Bob Weir
“It’s a way for those who have felt lost to ‘meet up’ and listen to the music together"The post John Mayer launches Grateful Dead fan listening party in honour of late guitarist Bob Weir appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
SZA says she feels like she’s “at war because of AI” and criticises the technology for “disproportionately” impacting Black music
"Why am I hearing AI covers of Olivia Dean, when Olivia Dean just came the fuck out?"The post SZA says she feels like she’s “at war because of AI” and criticises the technology for “disproportionately” impacting Black music appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
Paris’ legendary disco club Le Palace to reopen after over 40 years
The venue was frequented by the likes of Prince, Grace Jones and Mick Jagger in its heyday The post Paris’ legendary disco club Le Palace to reopen after over 40 years appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
Here’s what went down at Harry Styles’ ‘One Night Only’ Manchester show
"You have one simple job, and that is to have as much fun as you possibly can," Styles told the crowd as he returned to the stage to play new album 'Kiss All The Time...'in full and play some hits for the recording of his new Netflix specialThe post Here’s what went down at Harry Styles’ ‘One Night Only’ Manchester show appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
Watch Harry Styles become an action hero in ‘American Girls’ music video
His latest album, ‘Kiss All The Time.Disco, Occasionally’, was released yesterday (March 6)The post Watch Harry Styles become an action hero in ‘American Girls’ music video appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
The Maccabees announce UK “intimate warm-up shows” ahead of 2026 outdoor summer tour
The reunited indie-rockers will hit Edinburgh and Newcastle this summerThe post The Maccabees announce UK “intimate warm-up shows” ahead of 2026 outdoor summer tour appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
Jack White’s first visual art show to open in London this spring
His work is set to be featured at Damien Hirst's Newport Street GalleryThe post Jack White’s first visual art show to open in London this spring appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
SZA says her label warned her ‘SOS’ “wouldn’t beat Taylor Swift” in the charts
“I was laughing by week three"The post SZA says her label warned her ‘SOS’ “wouldn’t beat Taylor Swift” in the charts appeared first on NME.
07/03/2026
KSI buys stake in Dagenham & Redbridge FC in bid to take them to Premier League
"Reaching the Premier League would be a dream.And I believe it is 100% doable," he saidThe post KSI buys stake in Dagenham & Redbridge FC in bid to take them to Premier League appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
United Airlines to permanently ban flyers who don’t use headphones
"Headphone dodgers" have become a more contentious issue in recent times, with some suggesting playing music out loud in public amounts to anti-social behaviour The post United Airlines to permanently ban flyers who don’t use headphones appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Glassjaw announce one-off London headline show
The post-hardcore legends are playing an extra show while they're in the UK for 2000trees this July The post Glassjaw announce one-off London headline show appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
New book to present “a lyrical portrait of Susie Cave” with words by Nick Cave and photos by Dominique Issermann
“This is a book about love, in all its shades”The post New book to present “a lyrical portrait of Susie Cave” with words by Nick Cave and photos by Dominique Issermann appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Check out Anne Hathaway singing Charli XCX-penned track ‘Burial’ from the ‘Mother Mary’ soundtrack
Jack Antonoff and FKA Twigs also helped pen the music for the new A24 filmThe post Check out Anne Hathaway singing Charli XCX-penned track ‘Burial’ from the ‘Mother Mary’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Watch the poignant first trailer for Marianne Faithfull docudrama ‘Broken English’
The film comes to cinemas on March 20The post Watch the poignant first trailer for Marianne Faithfull docudrama ‘Broken English’ appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Apple Music will know let you know if you’re listening to music made with AI
The new feature will come into effect soon and was done to help “maintain a level and fair playing field for all creators and content providers alike”The post Apple Music will know let you know if you’re listening to music made with AI appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Neighbourhood Festival 2026: Keo and Florence Road lead first wave of line-up
Manchester's biggest multi-venue festival returns this autumnThe post Neighbourhood Festival 2026: Keo and Florence Road lead first wave of line-up appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Zara Larsson responds to critics of her abortion joke
"Sorry, that's funny.Sorry if you don't have humour"The post Zara Larsson responds to critics of her abortion joke appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Fatboy Slim and Sonny Fodera to headline BBC Radio One’s Big Weekend 2026
Other names on the bill so far include Clementine Douglas, FISHER and horsegiirLThe post Fatboy Slim and Sonny Fodera to headline BBC Radio One’s Big Weekend 2026 appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Look Mum No Computer unveils UK Eurovision 2026 song ‘Eins, Zwei, Drei’
He said the '80s-inspired synth-pop banger is "a bit of a risk"The post Look Mum No Computer unveils UK Eurovision 2026 song ‘Eins, Zwei, Drei’ appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Lily Allen responds to claims of “smear campaign” against her as she kicks off ‘West End Girl’ tour
“It’s coming from somewhere, but we move”The post Lily Allen responds to claims of “smear campaign” against her as she kicks off ‘West End Girl’ tour appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Check out all the new Fontaines D.C. and Grian Chatten songs on the ‘Help(2)’ and ‘Peaky Blinders’ movie soundtrack – including epic Massive Attack and Sinead O’Connor covers
The frontman works with Damon Albarn and Kae Tempest on the charity album, and also joins forces with Lankum for the film soundtrackThe post Check out all the new Fontaines D.C. and Grian Chatten songs on the ‘Help(2)’ and ‘Peaky Blinders’ movie soundtrack – including epic Massive Attack and Sinead O’Connor covers appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Faith No More icon joins Jehnny Beth for snarling new single ‘Look At Me’ with ‘Taxi Driver’-inspired video
"It's a song about deceivers and the effect they have on those susceptible to the sinister luring of misleading ideology"The post Faith No More icon joins Jehnny Beth for snarling new single ‘Look At Me’ with ‘Taxi Driver’-inspired video appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Arlo Parks announces 2026 ‘Desire’ tour in UK, Europe and North America
"Let's laugh, cry and move our bodies"The post Arlo Parks announces 2026 ‘Desire’ tour in UK, Europe and North America appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Harry Styles shares ‘One Night In Manchester’ trailer and rehearsal photos, announces UK screenings
He'll play 'Kiss All The Time.Disco, Occasionally' in full at a special show tonight (Friday March 6)The post Harry Styles shares ‘One Night In Manchester’ trailer and rehearsal photos, announces UK screenings appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Courtney Love clarifies Hole reunion teaser and talk of tour with Melissa Auf Der Maur
She sparked speculation earlier this week with an online videoThe post Courtney Love clarifies Hole reunion teaser and talk of tour with Melissa Auf Der Maur appeared first on NME.
06/03/2026
Spiritbox announce 2026 ‘Tsunami Sea’ UK arena tour
The Canadian metal band will be joined by Jinjer and Dying Wish on the trekThe post Spiritbox announce 2026 ‘Tsunami Sea’ UK arena tour appeared first on NME.
23/02/2026
‘Final Fantasy 14’ metal band The Primals lead Download Festival 2026 additions
Day splits for the 2026 event have been confirmed with A Day To Remember, Marmozets, Creeper and more also set to performThe post ‘Final Fantasy 14’ metal band The Primals lead Download Festival 2026 additions appeared first on NME.
23/02/2026
Jack Whitehall says Jared Leto once tried to change his BRIT Awards autocue as “he didn’t like his intro”
“He wanted me to introduce him as the biggest rock star on the planet"The post Jack Whitehall says Jared Leto once tried to change his BRIT Awards autocue as “he didn’t like his intro” appeared first on NME.
23/02/2026
Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter announce ‘Anarchy In The UK’ 2026 arena tour celebrating 50 years of punk
The shows will mark the anniversary of punk's most momentous year, which Paul Cook remembered as the beginning of "a new world"The post Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter announce ‘Anarchy In The UK’ 2026 arena tour celebrating 50 years of punk appeared first on NME.
23/02/2026
President sign to Atlantic Records, share emotional new single ‘Angel Wings’
It is the first new music from the mysterious masked metal band in 2026The post President sign to Atlantic Records, share emotional new single ‘Angel Wings’ appeared first on NME.
21/02/2026
Liza Minnelli claims Academy “inexplicably ordered” her to sit in wheelchair at 2022 Oscars appearance
“I was told it was because of my age, and for safety reasons, because I might slip out of the director’s chair, which was bullshit"The post Liza Minnelli claims Academy “inexplicably ordered” her to sit in wheelchair at 2022 Oscars appearance appeared first on NME.
21/02/2026
Two Door Cinema Club announce massive 15th anniversary show at New York’s Madison Square Garden
They will be joined on the bill by Phantogram, STRFKR and Friendly FiresThe post Two Door Cinema Club announce massive 15th anniversary show at New York’s Madison Square Garden appeared first on NME.
20/02/2026
Temples tell us about their “Kylie Minogue meets Daft Punk” return on ‘Jet Stream Heart’ and euphoric new album ‘Bliss’
"This is our most forward-thinking record yet.No one can pigeon-hole us and say we’re a garage rock band or a psych band," frontman James Bagshaw told NME of their new album, inspired by '90s and early '00s dance musicThe post Temples tell us about their “Kylie Minogue meets Daft Punk” return on ‘Jet Stream Heart’ and euphoric new album ‘Bliss’ appeared first on NME.
20/02/2026
Rostam shares original pre-Vampire Weekend version of ‘Campus’
"I never really felt like it was finished"The post Rostam shares original pre-Vampire Weekend version of ‘Campus’ appeared first on NME.
20/02/2026
Sombr confirmed to perform at the BRITS 2026
He is up for International Artist of the Year and International Song of the YearThe post Sombr confirmed to perform at the BRITS 2026 appeared first on NME.
19/02/2026
Kid Rock is listing $5,000 ‘First Class Seats’ for his ‘Freedom 250’ tour
Earlier this year, Kid Rock testified to Congress about soaring ticket prices: "Fans are paying more than ever – and getting blamed for it"The post Kid Rock is listing $5,000 ‘First Class Seats’ for his ‘Freedom 250’ tour appeared first on NME.
19/02/2026
Tame Impala, Geese, Pond, and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard spotted together in the studio
Geese have just wrapped up the Australian leg of their 'Getting Killed' world tourThe post Tame Impala, Geese, Pond, and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard spotted together in the studio appeared first on NME.
19/02/2026
Bristol’s new 20,000 capacity venue to be called Aviva Arena
It is slated to open in late 2028The post Bristol’s new 20,000 capacity venue to be called Aviva Arena appeared first on NME.
19/02/2026
Florida rapper Lil Poppa dead at 25
Lil Poppa's cause of death is currently under investigationThe post Florida rapper Lil Poppa dead at 25 appeared first on NME.
19/02/2026
Watch Jack Osbourne tearfully share Ozzy’s reaction to final concert with Billy Corgan: “He was so happy”
He revealed how his father was prone to feeling insecure over the yearsThe post Watch Jack Osbourne tearfully share Ozzy’s reaction to final concert with Billy Corgan: “He was so happy” appeared first on NME.
19/02/2026
Bad Bunny cast in his first lead acting role in drama ‘Porto Rico’
The movie will be based on the life of a Puerto Rican revolutionaryThe post Bad Bunny cast in his first lead acting role in drama ‘Porto Rico’ appeared first on NME.
19/02/2026
Behemoth cancel India show amidst safety fears and “threats” from “religious Christian groups”
“It is deeply concerning to see what feels like a growing movement toward censorship around the world"The post Behemoth cancel India show amidst safety fears and “threats” from “religious Christian groups” appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
London’s Wide Awake will not be going ahead in 2026
Organisers confirmed that the festival would be "taking a break" in 2026The post London’s Wide Awake will not be going ahead in 2026 appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
Failure announce new album ‘Location Lost’ featuring Hayley Williams with brooding ‘The Air’s On Fire’
"There are sounds and parts that really don’t have any precedence within the Failure world," the band said of the record, while also announcing a North American headline tour The post Failure announce new album ‘Location Lost’ featuring Hayley Williams with brooding ‘The Air’s On Fire’ appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
Thundercat shares funky banger ‘She Knows Too Much’ with the late, great Mac Miller
It is the latest single to be shared from his upcoming record ‘Distracted’The post Thundercat shares funky banger ‘She Knows Too Much’ with the late, great Mac Miller appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ stars call for Korean culture to be mainstream: “Drop the K”
The film's success is part of a larger wave of hits from the countryThe post ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ stars call for Korean culture to be mainstream: “Drop the K” appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
Life celebrate “new adventures and beginnings” on striking single ‘The Dollywagon’ to announce new album ‘Abstract/Natural’
"I like to think it sounds like a pulpy Northern-based western," the band said of the song The post Life celebrate “new adventures and beginnings” on striking single ‘The Dollywagon’ to announce new album ‘Abstract/Natural’ appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
Mercury Prize to return to Newcastle for 2026
It will return to the Utilita Arena on October 22The post Mercury Prize to return to Newcastle for 2026 appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
Ex-Misfits frontman Michale Graves speaks out gigs cancelled across the UK due to right-wing views
“No one should feel unsafe or intimidated for participating in or supporting live music events”The post Ex-Misfits frontman Michale Graves speaks out gigs cancelled across the UK due to right-wing views appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
Twenty One Pilots release cult fan favourite ‘Drag Path’ as a single
The track has been given "a slightly different edit" to the limited physical versionThe post Twenty One Pilots release cult fan favourite ‘Drag Path’ as a single appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
The Maccabees add Maxïmo Park, Everything Everything, Mystery Jets and more to indie-heavy Live at Kirkstall Abbey show line-up
"Welcoming a lot of friends and musical heroes"The post The Maccabees add Maxïmo Park, Everything Everything, Mystery Jets and more to indie-heavy Live at Kirkstall Abbey show line-up appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
Survey finds more Americans believe Bad Bunny “better represents” US than Donald Trump
The majority also approved of the singer performing exclusively in Spanish, and ending the set by listing all the countries in North, South and Central AmericaThe post Survey finds more Americans believe Bad Bunny “better represents” US than Donald Trump appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
Evan Dando’s wife explains his “meltdown”, and how NPR Tiny Desk show won’t be aired as he was “out of his mind”
She claimed that the musician "doesn’t remember what he did" and was "very embarrassed" by his behaviour, after being accused of sending an unsolicited explicit video to a fanThe post Evan Dando’s wife explains his “meltdown”, and how NPR Tiny Desk show won’t be aired as he was “out of his mind” appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
Nick Cave on recruiting Carly Paradis to The Bad Seeds after discovering she wrote the theme of ‘Line Of Duty’
"She walked into The Bad Seeds, this grizzled snake pit of unreconstructed masculinity, and blew everyone away"The post Nick Cave on recruiting Carly Paradis to The Bad Seeds after discovering she wrote the theme of ‘Line Of Duty’ appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
Foo Fighters announce 2026/27 ‘Take Cover’ Australia and New Zealand stadium tour
"WE'RE COMING BACK!!!"The post Foo Fighters announce 2026/27 ‘Take Cover’ Australia and New Zealand stadium tour appeared first on NME.
18/02/2026
“Saddened and let down” Raye offering 65 fans free tickets and signed vinyl after Ticketmaster error keeps them out of Paris gig
"My deepest apologies to those of you affected.The post “Saddened and let down” Raye offering 65 fans free tickets and signed vinyl after Ticketmaster error keeps them out of Paris gig appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
Check out Lana Del Rey’s ghostly new single ‘White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter’ – written with her husband, sister and brother-in-law
Her upcoming album 'Stove' is set to arrive later this yearThe post Check out Lana Del Rey’s ghostly new single ‘White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter’ – written with her husband, sister and brother-in-law appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
Chvrches cover The Postal Service’s ‘Such Great Heights’ and Robert Palmer’s ‘Addicted To Love’ for ‘Tell Me Lies’ soundtrack
“Bookending the insanity and the heartbreak of the season three arc was an honour”The post Chvrches cover The Postal Service’s ‘Such Great Heights’ and Robert Palmer’s ‘Addicted To Love’ for ‘Tell Me Lies’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
Former Black Midi member Cameron Picton launches new band My New Band Believe with thrilling single ‘Numerology’
Their "massive and hallucinatory" debut album is set to arrive in AprilThe post Former Black Midi member Cameron Picton launches new band My New Band Believe with thrilling single ‘Numerology’ appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy shares heartfelt cover of Cameron Winter’s ‘Love Takes Miles’
“It’s a poignant song for such a young person to put out into the world”The post Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy shares heartfelt cover of Cameron Winter’s ‘Love Takes Miles’ appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
Damon Albarn says Blur playing Coachella was “a slight mismatch” and the festival is “the embodiment of social media now”
His Gorillaz co-founder Jamie Hewlett added that it's "the only festival where the phones aren’t pointed at the stage, but at the person holding the phone"The post Damon Albarn says Blur playing Coachella was “a slight mismatch” and the festival is “the embodiment of social media now” appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
Iron Maiden share full details of “once-in-a-lifetime” Knebworth 2026 EddFest weekend
The huge headline gig will features support from The Darkness, The Hu and othersThe post Iron Maiden share full details of “once-in-a-lifetime” Knebworth 2026 EddFest weekend appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
Grace Jones to headline huge London Crystal Palace Park gig with Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Support will also come from Soul II SoulThe post Grace Jones to headline huge London Crystal Palace Park gig with Sophie Ellis-Bextor appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
The Last Dinner Party take us on “the endless carousel of being in a relationship you know you shouldn’t be in” on new ‘Help(2)’ song ‘Let’s Do It Again!’
“It's such an honour to be included on this record for a cause that is so close to our hearts”The post The Last Dinner Party take us on “the endless carousel of being in a relationship you know you shouldn’t be in” on new ‘Help(2)’ song ‘Let’s Do It Again!’ appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
London BST Hyde Park Pitbull show to attempt to break Guinness World Record for most people wearing bald caps
“Every time you put on that bald cap, you know you’re about to have the time of your lives,” Pitbull saidThe post London BST Hyde Park Pitbull show to attempt to break Guinness World Record for most people wearing bald caps appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
The 1975’s Matty Healy goes viral for gifting TV to Uber driver and rescuing motorist with dead battery
"Matty Healy saved the day"The post The 1975’s Matty Healy goes viral for gifting TV to Uber driver and rescuing motorist with dead battery appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
J. Cole announces 2026 ‘The Fall-Off’ arena tour, including six huge UK dates
Shows include two stops at The O2 in London this autumnThe post J. Cole announces 2026 ‘The Fall-Off’ arena tour, including six huge UK dates appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
Right-wing Australian activist accuses Billie Eilish of getting him deported from US for threatening to “occupy” her mansion
He planned the stunt after Eilish declared “No one is illegal on stolen land” at the 2026 GrammysThe post Right-wing Australian activist accuses Billie Eilish of getting him deported from US for threatening to “occupy” her mansion appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
UK Eurovision Song Contest 2026 entry revealed as Look Mum No Computer
The YouTuber and electronic musician has built an online fanbase by creating instruments from unconventional items, including Furbys and Game BoysThe post UK Eurovision Song Contest 2026 entry revealed as Look Mum No Computer appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
Big Sean reflects on his “very deep battle of depression” after death of Nipsey Hussle
"It felt like I hit a wall…and I either had to climb over it, or it was gonna fall on me and crush me"The post Big Sean reflects on his “very deep battle of depression” after death of Nipsey Hussle appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
‘Like a Virgin’, ‘True Colors’ and ‘Eternal Flame’ songwriter Billy Steinberg dies aged 74
Alongside his songwriting partner, Tom Kelly, Steinberg wrote some of the most recognisable hits of the 80s and 90s, including , 'So Emotional' by Whitney Houston, 'I'll Stand by You' by the PretendersThe post ‘Like a Virgin’, ‘True Colors’ and ‘Eternal Flame’ songwriter Billy Steinberg dies aged 74 appeared first on NME.
17/02/2026
BRIT Awards 2026: Alex Warren added to live performers line-up
'Ordinary' is up for International Song of the Year at the ceremony on February 28The post BRIT Awards 2026: Alex Warren added to live performers line-up appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Baz Luhrmann is also working on an Elvis stage musical
“I don't know if I was supposed to announce it but, hey, I just did”The post Baz Luhrmann is also working on an Elvis stage musical appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Crowdfunder launched for permanent tribute mural to Stone Roses’ icon Mani in Manchester
“This mural will be a way for fans to come together, pay tribute and create something very special for the community”The post Crowdfunder launched for permanent tribute mural to Stone Roses’ icon Mani in Manchester appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Bleachers announce new album ‘Everyone For 10 Minutes’ with soaring single ‘You And Forever’
Their fifth studio effort is due out this MayThe post Bleachers announce new album ‘Everyone For 10 Minutes’ with soaring single ‘You And Forever’ appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Gary Numan announces huge summer 2026 show at London’s Crystal Palace Park
He is the latest name announced to headline the brand new ‘Palace Bowl Presents’ summer seriesThe post Gary Numan announces huge summer 2026 show at London’s Crystal Palace Park appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Steven Wilson announces special Royal Albert Hall gigs as only live shows of 2026
He will be performing previously unheard arrangements of tracks from ‘The Overview’, prepared especially for these showsThe post Steven Wilson announces special Royal Albert Hall gigs as only live shows of 2026 appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Youth Music’s misogyny in music report shows high rates of feeling unsafe and unfair pay
“We hope this report gives people the confidence, clarity and practical steps they need to help create safer, fairer working environments for young creatives”The post Youth Music’s misogyny in music report shows high rates of feeling unsafe and unfair pay appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Watch The 1975’s Matty Healy surprise fans with The La’s cover and Lewis Capaldi guest spot at charity acoustic gig
Other performers on the night included Sting, who played ‘Message In A Bottle’The post Watch The 1975’s Matty Healy surprise fans with The La’s cover and Lewis Capaldi guest spot at charity acoustic gig appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Maya Hawke and Christian Lee Hutson marry at surprise intimate Valentine’s Day NYC ceremony with ‘Stranger Things’ cast in attendance
The two musicians have been linked for several yearsThe post Maya Hawke and Christian Lee Hutson marry at surprise intimate Valentine’s Day NYC ceremony with ‘Stranger Things’ cast in attendance appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show sees over 200 per cent spike in travel interest to Puerto Rico
His hometown alone has seen a 1,450 per cent spike in flight searchesThe post Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show sees over 200 per cent spike in travel interest to Puerto Rico appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Matt Sorum says Velvet Revolver “could have been” as big as Guns N’ Roses but “it just didn’t last long enough”
“We really wanted to keep it together.Unfortunately, it fell into bad habits and the wheels came off”The post Matt Sorum says Velvet Revolver “could have been” as big as Guns N’ Roses but “it just didn’t last long enough” appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Madison Beer follows Chappell Roan and asks for her own ‘Fortnite’ skin
The pop star also criticised the game for “changing too much”The post Madison Beer follows Chappell Roan and asks for her own ‘Fortnite’ skin appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Bedding firm backs down on ‘Swift Home’ trademark after Taylor Swift appeal
Last week Swift’s team appealed the move and said that the name and font-style could create a “false association” with the pop starThe post Bedding firm backs down on ‘Swift Home’ trademark after Taylor Swift appeal appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Tool in talks for Sphere residency in 2027: “We’re the perfect band for that”
It comes after much speculation that Metallica might also be playing a run of dates at the state-of-the-art venueThe post Tool in talks for Sphere residency in 2027: “We’re the perfect band for that” appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
It looks like Boy Kill Boy are reuniting for the 20th anniversary of debut album ‘Civilian’: “We’ll be in touch”
“There’s been a bit of talk about whether we’re going to do a 20 year reunion…”The post It looks like Boy Kill Boy are reuniting for the 20th anniversary of debut album ‘Civilian’: “We’ll be in touch” appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Westside Cowboy guide us through ‘Britainicana’ in exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover
The Manchester band have collated a host of tracks that are key to their sound, including work by the likes of The Replacements, Hank Williams, Belle & Sebastian and Teenage Fanclub The post Westside Cowboy guide us through ‘Britainicana’ in exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Harry Styles to curate Meltdown Festival 2026 for London Southbank’s 75th year
“We both share a passionate belief that music is a vital part of life," said Styles, who joins a long list of eminent past curators The post Harry Styles to curate Meltdown Festival 2026 for London Southbank’s 75th year appeared first on NME.
16/02/2026
Listen to a raw 1975 demo of Talking Heads classic hit ‘Psycho Killer’
It is taken from their 'Tentative Decisions: Demos & Live' record The post Listen to a raw 1975 demo of Talking Heads classic hit ‘Psycho Killer’ appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Watch Bruce Springsteen lend ‘Born In The U.S.A.’ to soundtrack new anti-ICE video
It shows several victims arrested by ICE agents in recent months and highlights the death of Renee GoodThe post Watch Bruce Springsteen lend ‘Born In The U.S.A.’ to soundtrack new anti-ICE video appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Dee Snider insists he is not “on my death bed” after cancelled Twisted Sister 50th anniversary tour
“You won’t see me on the stage kicking ass like I used to, because that will mess me up"The post Dee Snider insists he is not “on my death bed” after cancelled Twisted Sister 50th anniversary tour appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Weezer to celebrate 34th anniversary by re-releasing all coloured albums on vinyl with colouring book
"May we present to you, the Weezer Coloring Book Vinyl Box Set"The post Weezer to celebrate 34th anniversary by re-releasing all coloured albums on vinyl with colouring book appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Maynard James Keenan on why attention around Alex Honnold’s Taipei 101 Tool climbing playlist is “actually depressing”
The American rock climber recently scaled one of the tallest skyscrapers while listening to the bandThe post Maynard James Keenan on why attention around Alex Honnold’s Taipei 101 Tool climbing playlist is “actually depressing” appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show was found not to have violated any rules following investigation
It comes after a number of Republicans complained about the Puerto Rican star's performanceThe post Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show was found not to have violated any rules following investigation appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Watch viral video of Chad Kroeger singing Nickelback’s ‘Rockstar’ to demanding fan in casino
"Would you shut the fuck up?"The post Watch viral video of Chad Kroeger singing Nickelback’s ‘Rockstar’ to demanding fan in casino appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
My Chemical Romance wipe Twitter/X account before revealing ‘The Black Parade’ tour so far has been a prequel
The giant tour comes to the UK in JuneThe post My Chemical Romance wipe Twitter/X account before revealing ‘The Black Parade’ tour so far has been a prequel appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Chuck D hits back at Gene Simmons’ “ghetto” comments about hip-hop in Rock Hall Of Fame: “KISS don’t have a lot of roll”
Simmons said he stood by his comments, but acknowledged that “rock ‘n’ roll owes everything to Black music”The post Chuck D hits back at Gene Simmons’ “ghetto” comments about hip-hop in Rock Hall Of Fame: “KISS don’t have a lot of roll” appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Eurovision Song Contest live tour 2026 postponed due to “unforeseen challenges”
Organisers said their "focus remains on delivering an incredible Eurovision Song Contest" later this yearThe post Eurovision Song Contest live tour 2026 postponed due to “unforeseen challenges” appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Damon Albarn has a pop at having to play Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Gorillaz perform on ‘The Graham Norton Show’
The Chelsea F.C. supporter joked he was playing "a large music venue in North London"The post Damon Albarn has a pop at having to play Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Gorillaz perform on ‘The Graham Norton Show’ appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Taylor Swift announces Chris Lake EDM ‘Opalite’ remix inspired by “in-house house guy” Travis Kelce
"The collab yall didn’t even know yall needed!!"The post Taylor Swift announces Chris Lake EDM ‘Opalite’ remix inspired by “in-house house guy” Travis Kelce appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Chvrches are “90 per cent finished” on “fearless” new album: “It’s going to rip some faces off”
The post Chvrches are “90 per cent finished” on “fearless” new album: “It’s going to rip some faces off” appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Harry Styles says he felt “very alone’ after going solo post-One Direction break up
"When you’re in a band with four other people, there’s so much room to hide"The post Harry Styles says he felt “very alone’ after going solo post-One Direction break up appeared first on NME.
15/02/2026
Manchester Orchestra drummer Timothy Very dies aged 42: “We love you Tim, thank you for loving us”
He joined the band in 2011 and played on all of their albums since that year's 'Simple Math'The post Manchester Orchestra drummer Timothy Very dies aged 42: “We love you Tim, thank you for loving us” appeared first on NME.
14/02/2026
Stars of ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ to perform at 2026 BRIT Awards
EJAE, Audrey Nuna and REI AMI, the singing voices behind HUNTR/X, join Rosalía, Olivia Dean, Harry Styles and Wolf Alice as performersThe post Stars of ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ to perform at 2026 BRIT Awards appeared first on NME.
14/02/2026
Rare footage of Led Zeppelin on tour in 1972 has surfaced online
The footage comes from a 10,000-capacity show in the Dutch capital on the eve of the band's 1972 US tourThe post Rare footage of Led Zeppelin on tour in 1972 has surfaced online appeared first on NME.
14/02/2026
Steven Wilson has “nearly finished” his “very strange” new album as he launches online platform for studio-quality immersive sound
The platform, titled Headphone Dust, offers high-definition spatial audio versions of Wilson's previous recordsThe post Steven Wilson has “nearly finished” his “very strange” new album as he launches online platform for studio-quality immersive sound appeared first on NME.
14/02/2026
Watch MJ Lenderman debut new songs at HeAthens Homecoming
He also performed covers of Neil Young, Pink Floyd and Vic ChesnuttThe post Watch MJ Lenderman debut new songs at HeAthens Homecoming appeared first on NME.
14/02/2026
Viral clip of Diplo as one of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl bushes appears to be AI-generated
The clip spawned many "industry plant" jokesThe post Viral clip of Diplo as one of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl bushes appears to be AI-generated appeared first on NME.
14/02/2026
Cardi B jokes government is to blame for onstage fall after war of words over Epstein files
It comes after the rapper traded jabs with the Department of Homeland Security on social mediaThe post Cardi B jokes government is to blame for onstage fall after war of words over Epstein files appeared first on NME.
14/02/2026
BTS want to stay together “into our 60s”, despite RM saying he’s considered disbanding “thousands of times” due to stress
The group are set to return next month with a new album and a global run of dates following a four year hiatusThe post BTS want to stay together “into our 60s”, despite RM saying he’s considered disbanding “thousands of times” due to stress appeared first on NME.
14/02/2026
Casey Wasserman to sell namesake agency after Epstein files fallout
The CEO and founder said he had "become a distraction" from the business The post Casey Wasserman to sell namesake agency after Epstein files fallout appeared first on NME.
14/02/2026
Taylor Swift shares extended cut of ‘Opalite’ music video: “I never want to forget a single detail of this hysterical shoot”
The singer says the new cut is “full of dance lessons, our phenomenal cameos, camcorder footage, gigantic scrunchies & fanny pack angles"The post Taylor Swift shares extended cut of ‘Opalite’ music video: “I never want to forget a single detail of this hysterical shoot” appeared first on NME.
14/02/2026
Daniel Radcliffe says Arctic Monkeys is the best band he’s ever seen live
The actor had seen Arctic Monkeys in a small tent at Reading Festival in 2006 The post Daniel Radcliffe says Arctic Monkeys is the best band he’s ever seen live appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
The Lemonheads’ Evan Dando hospitalised after sending unsolicited explicit video to fan
“Evan Dando has long struggled with mental health issues dating back to his childhood,” his publicist confirmedThe post The Lemonheads’ Evan Dando hospitalised after sending unsolicited explicit video to fan appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Damon Albarn to make ‘SNL’ debut with Gorillaz
Gorillaz will be performing just after the release of their forthcoming album 'The Mountain'The post Damon Albarn to make ‘SNL’ debut with Gorillaz appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Cruz Beckham shares romantic new indie single ‘For Your Love’
"For me, it’s all about love and being fearless in that love, but I hope everyone can interpret it in their own way and find their own meaning to it," Beckham said The post Cruz Beckham shares romantic new indie single ‘For Your Love’ appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Margot Robbie remembers “wild” Charli XCX set at Glastonbury 2025: “I was in no state to do the ‘Apple’ dance”
The pop pioneer has released a 12-track soundtrack album for new film 'Wuthering Heights'The post Margot Robbie remembers “wild” Charli XCX set at Glastonbury 2025: “I was in no state to do the ‘Apple’ dance” appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Massive Attack respond to UK ban on Palestine Action being deemed unlawful by high court
“Under any authoritarian government, bad laws are there to be broken”The post Massive Attack respond to UK ban on Palestine Action being deemed unlawful by high court appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Taylor Swift asks US government to block ‘Swift Home’ trademark
Her team claim that the name and font-style could create a “false association” with the singerThe post Taylor Swift asks US government to block ‘Swift Home’ trademark appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Josh Freese on life after Foo Fighters sacking: “I’m back where I belong. No one should feel sorry for me”
"So the Foo Fighters thing is over.The post Josh Freese on life after Foo Fighters sacking: “I’m back where I belong.No one should feel sorry for me” appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Fans pay tribute on 10th anniversary of Viola Beach death: “Never to be forgotten”
The Warrington band and their manager Craig Tarry died after a car accident while they were on tour in Sweden in 2016The post Fans pay tribute on 10th anniversary of Viola Beach death: “Never to be forgotten” appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Puscifer: “It might seem dark at the moment, but humans at their core are a positive light”
Maynard James Keenan and Carina Round talk to NME about new album ‘Normal Isn’t’, finding hope in dark times, the future of the ‘Sessanta’ tour, and explain why hype around Alex Hannold’s Tool-dominated climbing playlist is “depressing”The post Puscifer: “It might seem dark at the moment, but humans at their core are a positive light” appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
The Itch share new remix and announce Spring 2026 UK headline shows
The track features on their upcoming debut album, ‘It’s The Hope That Kills You’The post The Itch share new remix and announce Spring 2026 UK headline shows appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Foo Fighters share taster of new album with 11 new song snippets: “Consider this an evaluation”
Dave Grohl recently confirmed that they had just completed work on the follow-up to ‘But Here We Are’The post Foo Fighters share taster of new album with 11 new song snippets: “Consider this an evaluation” appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
A Mama Cass biopic starring ‘Baby Reindeer’ actress Jessica Gunning is in the works
It's set to be based on her daughter's 2024 memoirThe post A Mama Cass biopic starring ‘Baby Reindeer’ actress Jessica Gunning is in the works appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Lykke Li captures “revenge heist energy” on single ‘Lucky Again’ to launch “Ram Dass for fuckboys” album ‘The Afterparty’
“I was twirling around in love addiction for all those albums.Now I’m going into my existential era”The post Lykke Li captures “revenge heist energy” on single ‘Lucky Again’ to launch “Ram Dass for fuckboys” album ‘The Afterparty’ appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Fred again.. and Jamie T team up for euphoric collab single ‘Lights Burn Dimmer’
The track was first teased in an Instagram post ahead of Fred again..'s 2024 headline Reading Festival setThe post Fred again.. and Jamie T team up for euphoric collab single ‘Lights Burn Dimmer’ appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Chappell Roan loves the ‘RuneScape’ soundtrack
“It's really medieval synth shit”The post Chappell Roan loves the ‘RuneScape’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Don Broco and Nickelback unite for blistering single ‘Nightmare Tripping’: “A dream come true”
They have also confirmed details of a new album, set for release in March
13/02/2026
Tom Morello mocks clip of Kid Rock performing to sparse audience at ‘All-American Halftime Show’
“America is finally great again"The post Tom Morello mocks clip of Kid Rock performing to sparse audience at ‘All-American Halftime Show’ appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Carl Barât, Jarvis Cocker, Johnny Marr, English Teacher, Marika Hackman and more formed supergroup choir for new Damon Albarn, Grian Chatten, Kae Tempest ‘Help(2)’ song ‘Flags’
Albarn returned the favour too, and is part of the all-star choir that features on Pulp’s song for the charity albumThe post Carl Barât, Jarvis Cocker, Johnny Marr, English Teacher, Marika Hackman and more formed supergroup choir for new Damon Albarn, Grian Chatten, Kae Tempest ‘Help(2)’ song ‘Flags’ appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Watch Lorde perform Te Reo Māori version of ‘Oceanic Feeling’ as she kicks off New Zealand tour
The re-imagined take on the track, sung in the indigenous language of New Zealand, was released in 2021 on a companion EP to 'Solar Power'The post Watch Lorde perform Te Reo Māori version of ‘Oceanic Feeling’ as she kicks off New Zealand tour appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
James Blake shares romantic waltz ‘I Had A Dream She Took My Hand’ and announces 2026 North American tour
The new single marks the second to be shared from upcoming album ‘Trying Times’The post James Blake shares romantic waltz ‘I Had A Dream She Took My Hand’ and announces 2026 North American tour appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Cardi B hits back at Trump’s Department of Homeland Security with jab about Epstein Files
It comes after the rapper criticised ICE during a recent performanceThe post Cardi B hits back at Trump’s Department of Homeland Security with jab about Epstein Files appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Harry Styles announces album listening parties in 40 cities: “We wanna dance with all our friends”
The events for his upcoming fourth studio album begin next weekThe post Harry Styles announces album listening parties in 40 cities: “We wanna dance with all our friends” appeared first on NME.
13/02/2026
Alexisonfire and Billy Talent announce 2026 co-headline arena shows in London and Montreal
The bands will celebrate the 20th anniversaries of 'Crisis' and 'Billy Talent II' with full album performances of bothThe post Alexisonfire and Billy Talent announce 2026 co-headline arena shows in London and Montreal appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Watch The Belair Lip Bombs cover The 1975’s ‘Happiness’: “It’s one of my favourite songs. The 1975 are my favourite band”
Check out the cover in full here The 1975 are my favourite band” appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Watch Mitski debut new songs and air rarities at intimate Nashville show
The "pop-up" gig saw Mitski play some never-before-heard songs and rarities The post Watch Mitski debut new songs and air rarities at intimate Nashville show appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Tame Impala announce 2026 North American arena tour with Djo and Dominic Fike
The US leg of the tour kicks off this summer The post Tame Impala announce 2026 North American arena tour with Djo and Dominic Fike appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
BTS’ ‘ARIRANG’ gigs to be shown live in cinemas globally
The K-pop band's return will be live streamed in cinemas this spring The post BTS’ ‘ARIRANG’ gigs to be shown live in cinemas globally appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
British Winter Olympic snowboarder Mia Brookes listened to “a lot of Pantera” before jump
She had previously thanked Metallica for inspiring her in 2023 when she earned the title as the youngest snowboarding champion in historyThe post British Winter Olympic snowboarder Mia Brookes listened to “a lot of Pantera” before jump appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Lip Critic announce new album ‘Theft World’ with frenetic single ‘Legs In A Snare’
"It’s about eating an absurd world and falling in love with it as you digest"The post Lip Critic announce new album ‘Theft World’ with frenetic single ‘Legs In A Snare’ appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Damon Albarn features on Pulp’s song on ‘Help(2)’ for War Child
The Blur and Gorillaz icon today shared ‘Flags’ for the charity album, which features Kae Tempest and Fontaines D.C.’s Grian ChattenThe post Damon Albarn features on Pulp’s song on ‘Help(2)’ for War Child appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
While She Sleeps share plans to take break from touring due to industry pressures in new mini doc ‘The Paradox Of Progress’
“What falls first, the sanity of the artist or the quality of their work?”The post While She Sleeps share plans to take break from touring due to industry pressures in new mini doc ‘The Paradox Of Progress’ appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Weyes Blood, Orville Peck and Chelsea Cutler among latest names to exit Wasserman agency over Epstein files
Bully and Local Natives have also confirmed their departure from the agencyThe post Weyes Blood, Orville Peck and Chelsea Cutler among latest names to exit Wasserman agency over Epstein files appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Kasabian on teaming up with Calvin Harris for ‘Release The Pressure’: “Banger incoming. Hotel vibes”
Serge Pizzorno talks to NME about writing the huge new single with the dance floor king and Fraser T Smith, and plans to potentially "bring the noise" live with Harris this summerThe post Kasabian on teaming up with Calvin Harris for ‘Release The Pressure’: “Banger incoming.
12/02/2026
Seattle police respond to new report that claims Kurt Cobain may have been murdered
An unofficial private sector team of forensic scientists have disputed the autopsy results concerning the grunge icon’s death in 1994The post Seattle police respond to new report that claims Kurt Cobain may have been murdered appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Mac DeMarco: “When I see Cameron Winter or Mk.gee it’s like, ‘I was there once'”
Ahead of a packed run of UK shows, the slacker icon talks to NME about End Of The Road, new talent, surviving hype, the impact of sobriety, keeping things intimate, and his next moveThe post Mac DeMarco: “When I see Cameron Winter or Mk.gee it’s like, ‘I was there once'” appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Check out Flea’s soulful jazz cover of Frank Ocean’s classic ‘Thinkin Bout You’
It is the latest track to be shared from his upcoming solo album ‘Honora’The post Check out Flea’s soulful jazz cover of Frank Ocean’s classic ‘Thinkin Bout You’ appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
49ers’ Keion White shot following an alleged argument with Lil Baby after Super Bowl afterparty
The incident reportly occured at a nightclub in San Francisco The post 49ers’ Keion White shot following an alleged argument with Lil Baby after Super Bowl afterparty appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Chvrches’ Lauren Mayberry teams up with Lucia & The Best Boys for joyous single ‘Lonely Girl’: “Lucia has such a singular vision”
“I was happy to learn that it was Lucia & The Best Boys, because I love her”The post Chvrches’ Lauren Mayberry teams up with Lucia & The Best Boys for joyous single ‘Lonely Girl’: “Lucia has such a singular vision” appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds announces ‘Last Flag’ video game
An open beta is now liveThe post Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds announces ‘Last Flag’ video game appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Listen to the soulful new Damon Albarn, Grian Chatten and Kae Tempest collab ‘Flags’ from ‘Help(2)’
"It’s a rare occasion that you feel the energy for change in such a tangible way, but that is exactly how it felt in the room that day”The post Listen to the soulful new Damon Albarn, Grian Chatten and Kae Tempest collab ‘Flags’ from ‘Help(2)’ appeared first on NME.
12/02/2026
Alanis Morissette replaces Neil Young as headliner for State Fayre Festival after tour cancellation
The inaugural edition of the festival takes place in JuneThe post Alanis Morissette replaces Neil Young as headliner for State Fayre Festival after tour cancellation appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Bad Bunny’s halftime show ranks fourth biggest in Super Bowl history as star pulls in 128.2million viewers
His performance also earned a further four billion views on social media The post Bad Bunny’s halftime show ranks fourth biggest in Super Bowl history as star pulls in 128.2million viewers appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Listen The Dare’s massive dancefloor remix of Wet Leg’s ‘mangetout’
The duo met the producer when DJing with him in the USThe post Listen The Dare’s massive dancefloor remix of Wet Leg’s ‘mangetout’ appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Smashing Pumpkins to reissue classic debut album ‘Gish’ on vinyl for 35th anniversary
The reissue will arrive this May, almost 35 years to the day the original was released The post Smashing Pumpkins to reissue classic debut album ‘Gish’ on vinyl for 35th anniversary appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Jimmy Eat World talk celebrating 25 years of ‘Bleed American’: “We were kids living in the moment”
Frontman Jim Adkins tells NME about revisiting the rollercoaster of their 2001 breakthrough album, overcoming times of doubt, reaching new generations, the upcoming anniversary tour, and progress on their long-awaited new recordThe post Jimmy Eat World talk celebrating 25 years of ‘Bleed American’: “We were kids living in the moment” appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Morrissey.com website sold at auction by GoDaddy, but Morrissey didn’t enter a bid
The singer said he doesn't "have any affiliation with this domain"The post Morrissey.com website sold at auction by GoDaddy, but Morrissey didn’t enter a bid appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Watch Bring Me The Horizon’s epic trailer for ‘L.I.V.E. In São Paulo’ film as cinema tickets go on sale
The "immersive, multi-angle experience" is heading to cinemas worldwide next month, for two days onlyThe post Watch Bring Me The Horizon’s epic trailer for ‘L.I.V.E.In São Paulo’ film as cinema tickets go on sale appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Tributes paid after death of “drummer, founding member, and heartbeat of The Pogues” Andrew ‘The Clobberer’ Ranken
“Thank you for everything, for your friendship, your wit and your generosity of spirit, and of course for the music,” his bandmates sharedThe post Tributes paid after death of “drummer, founding member, and heartbeat of The Pogues” Andrew ‘The Clobberer’ Ranken appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Charli XCX is at a crossroads in new ‘Erupcja’ trailer
The film is the 'Brat' artist's biggest acting role to dateThe post Charli XCX is at a crossroads in new ‘Erupcja’ trailer appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Swervedriver announce 35th anniversary show for classic debut album ‘Raise’ in London
They will be playing the tracklist in full, as well as other tracks from across their discographyThe post Swervedriver announce 35th anniversary show for classic debut album ‘Raise’ in London appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Jarvis Cocker’s ‘Sunday Service’ returns to BBC Radio 6 Music as Iggy Pop takes break and Beth Ditto joins weekend line-up
"When you’re asked to look after Iggy’s show, are you really going to say no?"The post Jarvis Cocker’s ‘Sunday Service’ returns to BBC Radio 6 Music as Iggy Pop takes break and Beth Ditto joins weekend line-up appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Villanelle face a hangover with “heightened visualizations of post session anxiety” on grunge-inspired new single ‘Placebo’
The Gene Gallagher-led band have also announced that their debut EP ‘Measly Means’ will arrive in MayThe post Villanelle face a hangover with “heightened visualizations of post session anxiety” on grunge-inspired new single ‘Placebo’ appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Check out Bring Me The Horizon’s ravey but heavy new Illenium collab ‘Slave To The Rithim’
Illenium's guest-heavy latest album, ‘Odyssey’, is out now The post Check out Bring Me The Horizon’s ravey but heavy new Illenium collab ‘Slave To The Rithim’ appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Kid Rock says Jay-Z was “a little bit of a DEI hire” for Super Bowl halftime show managing
He also said that he “didn’t understand” any of the lyrics from Bad Bunny’s setThe post Kid Rock says Jay-Z was “a little bit of a DEI hire” for Super Bowl halftime show managing appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Kanye West loves “plot-heavy” games ‘The Last Of Us’ and ‘Mafia’
His wife Bianca Censori also revealed the pair love Robert Eggers horror moviesThe post Kanye West loves “plot-heavy” games ‘The Last Of Us’ and ‘Mafia’ appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Noah Kahan and Netflix announce new documentary, ‘Out Of Body’
"Noah was determined to be honest about everything, especially the messy bits," said director Nick SweeneyThe post Noah Kahan and Netflix announce new documentary, ‘Out Of Body’ appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Robbie Williams to play intimate Manchester show for BRITs Week 2026
Tickets go on sale this week The post Robbie Williams to play intimate Manchester show for BRITs Week 2026 appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
The NME 100 of 2026 is here: Florence Road, After, Hearts2Hearts, Ledbyher and more on NME’s list of essential emerging artists to watch this year
Check out the full list nowThe post The NME 100 of 2026 is here: Florence Road, After, Hearts2Hearts, Ledbyher and more on NME’s list of essential emerging artists to watch this year appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Britney Spears reportedly sells rights to entire music catalogue
The huge deal is said to have gone through late last yearThe post Britney Spears reportedly sells rights to entire music catalogue appeared first on NME.
11/02/2026
Knocked Loose share furious new single ‘Hive Mind’ with Denzel Curry “because he gets it”
"This is something we've talked about doing for a long time"The post Knocked Loose share furious new single ‘Hive Mind’ with Denzel Curry “because he gets it” appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
New David Bowie ‘You’re Not Alone’ “360° multimedia experience” to open in London
Rare concert footage, photography, drawings, lyrics, personal notes and audio recordings are all set to featureThe post New David Bowie ‘You’re Not Alone’ “360° multimedia experience” to open in London appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
Alexis Krauss on the troubles facing artists and why Sleigh Bells can’t afford to boycott Wasserman, Spotify, Live Nation and Ticketmaster
"Our ability to make a living in this industry is dependent on our engagement with these companies"The post Alexis Krauss on the troubles facing artists and why Sleigh Bells can’t afford to boycott Wasserman, Spotify, Live Nation and Ticketmaster appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
Watch Geese perform ‘Cobra’ and other ‘Getting Killed’ cuts at first ‘Tiny Desk’ concert
The band also played 'Husbands' and 'Half Real'The post Watch Geese perform ‘Cobra’ and other ‘Getting Killed’ cuts at first ‘Tiny Desk’ concert appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
MUNA celebrate their best with “powerful and euphoric” comeback single ‘Dancing On The Wall’ and announce new album and intimate shows
The song is the title track of the band's upcoming fourth album, which "reflects a fiercely self-directed creative vision"The post MUNA celebrate their best with “powerful and euphoric” comeback single ‘Dancing On The Wall’ and announce new album and intimate shows appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
How trauma and friendship launched Chvrches side-project The Leaving: “This was always supposed to happen”
"Hybrid nutcase partiers" Martin Doherty and Jonny Scott tell NME about coming together to turn "grief, mental health, isolation, agoraphobia" into rave-rock bangers, and how Chvrches' "fearless" new album is going to "rip some faces off"The post How trauma and friendship launched Chvrches side-project The Leaving: “This was always supposed to happen” appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
Italian metal singer wins skiing medal at 2026 Winter Olympics
He is the frontman of a groove metal band called Rise Of Voltage, and took home the bronze medalThe post Italian metal singer wins skiing medal at 2026 Winter Olympics appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
The Flaming Lips add three dates to summer 2026 UK tour – including another with The Beta Band
They'll hit the road on these shores in JulyThe post The Flaming Lips add three dates to summer 2026 UK tour – including another with The Beta Band appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
Footage shows Donald Trump’s Super Bowl Party watching Bad Bunny’s halftime show over Kid Rock’s
Some have also called Trump “hypocritical” for criticising dancers at the halftime show, as his event also had scantily-dressed performersThe post Footage shows Donald Trump’s Super Bowl Party watching Bad Bunny’s halftime show over Kid Rock’s appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
LCD Soundsystem soundtracked the Super Bowl ad for Elon Musk’s SpaceX
'Oh Baby' appeared in a high-profile promo spot for StarlinkThe post LCD Soundsystem soundtracked the Super Bowl ad for Elon Musk’s SpaceX appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
The Weeknd was invited to play ‘Resident Evil Requiem’ early
He also played ‘Street Fighter’ while visiting Capcom HQ in JapanThe post The Weeknd was invited to play ‘Resident Evil Requiem’ early appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
Liam Gallagher says he’s “been asked” to appear in next series of ‘The Traitors’
"That would be worth the cost of the licence fee alone," one fan saidThe post Liam Gallagher says he’s “been asked” to appear in next series of ‘The Traitors’ appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
BBC 6 Music Festival 2026 line-up for Manchester revealed
Bloc Party, Kelly Lee Owens, Yard Act and Courtney Barnett are among those on the bill The post BBC 6 Music Festival 2026 line-up for Manchester revealed appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
‘The Voice’ contestant Dean Franklin dies, aged 36
The singer and street musician had shared his oesophageal cancer diagnosis in DecemberThe post ‘The Voice’ contestant Dean Franklin dies, aged 36 appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
With “the USA increasingly under attack from fascism”, Young Fathers donate ‘Pals’ Super Bowl ad fee to immigration charity and War Child
“We stand with those who are being kidnapped, murdered and tortured by ICE thugs”The post With “the USA increasingly under attack from fascism”, Young Fathers donate ‘Pals’ Super Bowl ad fee to immigration charity and War Child appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
Kid Rock insists he wasn’t lip-syncing at ‘All-American Halftime Show’, but was just “out of sync”
He said he will be recording another performance in his living room soon to “answer all the haters”The post Kid Rock insists he wasn’t lip-syncing at ‘All-American Halftime Show’, but was just “out of sync” appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
Chappell Roan “no longer represented by Wasserman” talent agency amid Epstein files backlash
"This decision reflects my belief that meaningful change in our industry requires accountability," she wrote, as US band Water From Your Eyes also severed ties with the company The post Chappell Roan “no longer represented by Wasserman” talent agency amid Epstein files backlash appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
Kanye West announces “one night only” Netherlands show as his first European headline gig since 2014
"A rare and unmissable moment for Ye's fans"The post Kanye West announces “one night only” Netherlands show as his first European headline gig since 2014 appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
Noel Gallagher says he’s “in the studio now”
Gallagher says he “better put something out” – but is he working on Oasis material or solo with High Flying Birds?The post Noel Gallagher says he’s “in the studio now” appeared first on NME.
10/02/2026
Limp Bizkit’s Wes Borland says “fuck ICE” and tells Trump supporters to unfollow him: “I just want everyone to be happy”
The guitarist received a backlash for his initial post but has since doubled downThe post Limp Bizkit’s Wes Borland says “fuck ICE” and tells Trump supporters to unfollow him: “I just want everyone to be happy” appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Charli XCX and Milly Alcock to star in new horror film from Takashi Miike
The 'Brat' star has described the project as "literally a dream come true"The post Charli XCX and Milly Alcock to star in new horror film from Takashi Miike appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Noel Gallagher talks BRIT Awards Songwriter Of The Year controversy: “If anybody’s got a problem with it, meet me there. We’ll have it out on the red carpet”
“We sold a million records last year.The post Noel Gallagher talks BRIT Awards Songwriter Of The Year controversy: “If anybody’s got a problem with it, meet me there.We’ll have it out on the red carpet” appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Paul Thomas Anderson and Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood want ‘Phantom Thread’ music removed from ‘Melania’ doc
They claimed that it is a “breach of his composer agreement”The post Paul Thomas Anderson and Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood want ‘Phantom Thread’ music removed from ‘Melania’ doc appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Mad Cool Talent competition winners added to massive 2026 line-up
Six new acts join the bill, which already includes Pulp, Foo Fighters, Florence & The Machine, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, and many moreThe post Mad Cool Talent competition winners added to massive 2026 line-up appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Papa Roach announce 2026 UK and Ireland arena tour
Tickets go on sale later this weekThe post Papa Roach announce 2026 UK and Ireland arena tour appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Maisie Peters teams up with Amelia Dimoldenberg for video for “powerful, tongue in cheek, sexy and funny” single ‘My Regards’
It is taken from her forthcoming new album 'Florescence', which is out later this yearThe post Maisie Peters teams up with Amelia Dimoldenberg for video for “powerful, tongue in cheek, sexy and funny” single ‘My Regards’ appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Jake and Logan Paul clash over Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show
Jake Paul claimed that the Puerto Rican superstar “publicly hates America” and encouraged his followers not to watch the performanceThe post Jake and Logan Paul clash over Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Diplo confirms work on BTS’ “craziest album ever” ‘ARIRANG’: “It’s gonna shock the world”
"They're so hands-on.I can't believe it"The post Diplo confirms work on BTS’ “craziest album ever” ‘ARIRANG’: “It’s gonna shock the world” appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Watch Guy Chambers reunite with Robbie Williams on stage in Liverpool: “A very big, emotional night”
The two of them played ‘Angels’, ‘Killing Me’ and ‘One Of God’s Better People’, for their first time on stage together since a one-off show in 2022The post Watch Guy Chambers reunite with Robbie Williams on stage in Liverpool: “A very big, emotional night” appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Kaytranada announces 2026 UK and European arena tour
Dates include a slot at The O2 in LondonThe post Kaytranada announces 2026 UK and European arena tour appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Watch Charlie Puth sing US National Anthem to kick off 2026 Super Bowl
His performance came ahead of Bad Bunny's halftime showThe post Watch Charlie Puth sing US National Anthem to kick off 2026 Super Bowl appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Fans call for Foo Fighters Super Bowl halftime show after Dave Grohl goes viral for appearing at game
“Ready for his moment, for real”The post Fans call for Foo Fighters Super Bowl halftime show after Dave Grohl goes viral for appearing at game appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Anna Calvi announces ‘Is This All There Is?’ collab EP with Matt Berninger and Laurie Anderson – shares moody ‘God’s Lonely Man’ with Iggy Pop
“The opportunity to be in the same space as people you love is so inspiring”The post Anna Calvi announces ‘Is This All There Is?’ collab EP with Matt Berninger and Laurie Anderson – shares moody ‘God’s Lonely Man’ with Iggy Pop appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Lady Gaga, JISOO and more reveal their favourite Pokémon in 30th anniversary ad
It’s rumoured the video cost more than ‘Pokémon Legends Z-A’The post Lady Gaga, JISOO and more reveal their favourite Pokémon in 30th anniversary ad appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Boy who Bad Bunny gave his Grammy to at Super Bowl halftime show goes viral – but it wasn’t ICE detainee Liam Conejo Ramos
The child who did appear at the event described it as his “truest honour” to take partThe post Boy who Bad Bunny gave his Grammy to at Super Bowl halftime show goes viral – but it wasn’t ICE detainee Liam Conejo Ramos appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
The 1975 are in the studio but Matty Healy wants to play ‘Arc Raiders’ with fans
“I’ve never had a game that’s part of my life like an album”The post The 1975 are in the studio but Matty Healy wants to play ‘Arc Raiders’ with fans appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves mock Kid Rock’s ‘All-American Halftime Show’ with star also accused of miming
Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point organised the show as an alternative to the NFL Super Bowl LX official halftime show headlined by Bad BunnyThe post Zach Bryan and Kacey Musgraves mock Kid Rock’s ‘All-American Halftime Show’ with star also accused of miming appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Watch Charli XCX’s “vibes” Poppi Super Bowl ad with Rachel Sennott
“I think it’s just a vibes thing"The post Watch Charli XCX’s “vibes” Poppi Super Bowl ad with Rachel Sennott appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Waterbaby curates exclusive ‘Wake up, yearn.’ playlist to accompany The Cover
The Swedish alt-R&B star has chosen songs by Todd Rundgren, Björn Isfält, Vashti Bunyan and more for the playlistThe post Waterbaby curates exclusive ‘Wake up, yearn.’ playlist to accompany The Cover appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Rosalia, Doechii, Ricky Martin and many more hail Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show: “Bad Bunny WOW! Fucking, WOW. History”
Puerto Rican superstar delivers poignant love not hate message during spectacular performance The post Rosalia, Doechii, Ricky Martin and many more hail Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show: “Bad Bunny WOW!History” appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Donald Trump slams Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show: “It’s a slap in the face” for America
The Puerto Rican superstar was joined by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin for a dazzling, historic performanceThe post Donald Trump slams Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show: “It’s a slap in the face” for America appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Bad Bunny joined by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin in dazzling, historic Super Bowl halftime show
The energetic, intricate set was a celebration of a variety of Latin music stylesThe post Bad Bunny joined by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin in dazzling, historic Super Bowl halftime show appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Sabrina Carpenter builds a man out of Pringles in surreal Super Bowl advert
“Filming with a man made of Pringles was definitely a first for me"The post Sabrina Carpenter builds a man out of Pringles in surreal Super Bowl advert appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Fans react to Green Day avoiding politics during Super Bowl opening ceremony: “So disappointed”
Despite telling ICE to "quit their shitty ass jobs" earlier this week, Billie Joe Armstrong refrained from any provocative statements on the big stageThe post Fans react to Green Day avoiding politics during Super Bowl opening ceremony: “So disappointed” appeared first on NME.
09/02/2026
Watch Green Day play medley of classic songs at Super Bowl opening ceremony
The band returned to their Bay Area hometown to celebrate the 60th NFL showpieceThe post Watch Green Day play medley of classic songs at Super Bowl opening ceremony appeared first on NME.
08/02/2026
PinkPantheress shows off Lady Gaga and Harry Styles knowledge on ‘The Weakest Link’
The NME Song of the Year performer put in a strong showing on the BBC game showThe post PinkPantheress shows off Lady Gaga and Harry Styles knowledge on ‘The Weakest Link’ appeared first on NME.
08/02/2026
Hear Manic Street Preachers rehearsing The Cure’s ‘Close To Me’ ahead of Robert Smith’s TCT Royal Albert Hall gigs
They have teased the possibility of playing the 1985 single at their March 26 showThe post Hear Manic Street Preachers rehearsing The Cure’s ‘Close To Me’ ahead of Robert Smith’s TCT Royal Albert Hall gigs appeared first on NME.
08/02/2026
California governor Gavin Newsom spotted at Green Day’s pre-Super Bowl show as he haunts Kid Rock over being “banned”
The Democrat has also declared today 'Bad Bunny Day' in California, ahead of the rapper's halftime show performanceThe post California governor Gavin Newsom spotted at Green Day’s pre-Super Bowl show as he haunts Kid Rock over being “banned” appeared first on NME.
08/02/2026
David Ellefson says final Megadeth album “just doesn’t sound like them” and is more like a Dave Mustaine “solo record”
“It says Megadeth, so obviously it gets all the attention, but realistically I hear it, and to me it just doesn’t sound like Megadeth"The post David Ellefson says final Megadeth album “just doesn’t sound like them” and is more like a Dave Mustaine “solo record” appeared first on NME.
08/02/2026
Chance The Rapper becomes spokesperson for AI company
The new partnership has drawn criticism from some fansThe post Chance The Rapper becomes spokesperson for AI company appeared first on NME.
08/02/2026
Greg Brown, founding guitarist of Cake, has died
"The world of alternative rock has lost (yet another) foundational architect"The post Greg Brown, founding guitarist of Cake, has died appeared first on NME.
08/02/2026
Teyana Taylor shares advice from Beyoncé on dealing with “isolating” music industry: “Don’t take it personal, invest in yourself”
The two met back in 2006 when a then-15-year-old Taylor choreographed Beyoncé's 'Ring The Alarm' music videoThe post Teyana Taylor shares advice from Beyoncé on dealing with “isolating” music industry: “Don’t take it personal, invest in yourself” appeared first on NME.
08/02/2026
NFL commissioner responds to critics, says Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance will “unite” and “bring people together”
Tonight's (February 8) halftime show will make him the first artist to perform the slot entirely in Spanish, which has drawn criticism from the MAGA contingent The post NFL commissioner responds to critics, says Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance will “unite” and “bring people together” appeared first on NME.
08/02/2026
California introduces bill to cap ticket re-sale prices
Several other states, including New York, Vermont, Washington and Tennessee, are seeking to implement similar legislationThe post California introduces bill to cap ticket re-sale prices appeared first on NME.
08/02/2026
Lost Ozzy Osbourne rehearsal tape from 1980 unearthed in attic
“As soon as I heard it, I thought, 'Yes, that’s us, that’s Ozzy's voice'"The post Lost Ozzy Osbourne rehearsal tape from 1980 unearthed in attic appeared first on NME.
08/02/2026
Don Henley says 2026 will “probably” be the final year of the Eagles
The band's residency at the Las Vegas Sphere ends at the end of MarchThe post Don Henley says 2026 will “probably” be the final year of the Eagles appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Mark Ruffalo hits out at Kevin O’Leary over Billie Eilish ICE comments: “Why don’t you STFU?”
The 'Avengers' star said it is "astounding the fantasy double standard Kevin O’Leary lives in"The post Mark Ruffalo hits out at Kevin O’Leary over Billie Eilish ICE comments: “Why don’t you STFU?” appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Lana Del Rey announces new single ‘White Feather-Hawk Tail Deer Hunter’, co-written with husband Jeremy Dufrene
She has also hinted that her long-awaited new album 'Stove' is coming "soon"The post Lana Del Rey announces new single ‘White Feather-Hawk Tail Deer Hunter’, co-written with husband Jeremy Dufrene appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Brad Arnold, frontman of 3 Doors Down, dies aged 47
His bandmates have said they will remember "not only his talent, but his warmth, humility, faith, and deep love for his family and friends"The post Brad Arnold, frontman of 3 Doors Down, dies aged 47 appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong tells ICE agents to “quit their shitty ass job” ahead of Super Bowl opening ceremony
ICE are expected to be a presence in the crowd at the Super Bowl on SundayThe post Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong tells ICE agents to “quit their shitty ass job” ahead of Super Bowl opening ceremony appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Kid Rock’s ‘Rock The Country’ South Carolina leg cancelled after Shinedown pull out to avoid “creating further division”
Other artists including Ludacris have also pulled out amid Kid Rock's close association with the MAGA movementThe post Kid Rock’s ‘Rock The Country’ South Carolina leg cancelled after Shinedown pull out to avoid “creating further division” appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Super Bowl 2026: How to watch halftime show and opening ceremony
Bad Bunny is headlining this year's halftime show, while Green Day are playing the opening ceremonyThe post Super Bowl 2026: How to watch halftime show and opening ceremony appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Ex-Turnstile guitarist kicked out of new band after accusing Turnstile of misappropriating funds from a benefit show
"We will not stand by his ridiculous comments and behaviour toward the members of our band and our community"The post Ex-Turnstile guitarist kicked out of new band after accusing Turnstile of misappropriating funds from a benefit show appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
President slam Sleep Token comparisons as “fucking lazy”
"Yes, we have the same management, and we both wear masks.Those are both facts…The post President slam Sleep Token comparisons as “fucking lazy” appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Jack White calls for Donald Trump to be removed for “racist” Obama post, while Sheryl Crow says he should be “imprisoned along with every other person” who knew about Epstein
"Who are we if we do not stand up for children who are knowingly pedalled to rich leaders all over the world"The post Jack White calls for Donald Trump to be removed for “racist” Obama post, while Sheryl Crow says he should be “imprisoned along with every other person” who knew about Epstein appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Lil Jon “extremely heartbroken” after son found dead at 27
"Nathan was the kindest human being you would ever meet.He was immensely caring, thoughtful, polite, passionate, and warmhearted"The post Lil Jon “extremely heartbroken” after son found dead at 27 appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Watch Florence + The Machine debut ‘Everybody Scream’ songs and bring IDLES’ Mark Bowen on stage as she kicks off 2026 UK and Ireland tour
The night also saw the band play a series of tracks - including 'Seven Devils' and 'Which Witch' - for the first time in over a decadeThe post Watch Florence + The Machine debut ‘Everybody Scream’ songs and bring IDLES’ Mark Bowen on stage as she kicks off 2026 UK and Ireland tour appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Tributes paid as Television and original Blondie bassist Fred Smith dies, age 77: “He was a natural – never flashy, always essential”
“If you are a lover of melodic bass lines and counterpoint, you could go to school on what Fred created so effortlessly"The post Tributes paid as Television and original Blondie bassist Fred Smith dies, age 77: “He was a natural – never flashy, always essential” appeared first on NME.
07/02/2026
Watch Mew play their final show at London’s Roundhouse
The Danish alt-rockers have called it quits after 30 years togetherThe post Watch Mew play their final show at London’s Roundhouse appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Watch Nine Inch Nails play a snippet of Depeche Mode’s ‘Stripped’ and air ‘Non-Entity’ for the first time in 17 years
The band kicked off the second North American leg of their 'Peel It Back' tour in New Orleans with some left-field opening tracksThe post Watch Nine Inch Nails play a snippet of Depeche Mode’s ‘Stripped’ and air ‘Non-Entity’ for the first time in 17 years appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Morrissey shares new single ‘Notre-Dame’ after removing controversial terrorism lyric
Morrissey has been performing 'Notre-Dame' live since 2023 but the studio version omits a controversial lyric he had performed live The post Morrissey shares new single ‘Notre-Dame’ after removing controversial terrorism lyric appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Neil Young has “decided” to cancel entire 2026 UK and European tour: “I’m sorry to let you down”
Young had dates scheduled across the UK at the likes of Manchester's Heaton Park, Oxford's Blenheim Palace and the inaugural State Fayre Festival in Chelmsford The post Neil Young has “decided” to cancel entire 2026 UK and European tour: “I’m sorry to let you down” appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Robyn announces 2026 ‘Sexistential’ arena tour for UK, Europe, North America and Australia
Joining her for her biggest ever headline shows are Nourished By Time, Peaches, Lykke Li, horsegiirL, Romy and moreThe post Robyn announces 2026 ‘Sexistential’ arena tour for UK, Europe, North America and Australia appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Watch Josh Homme and Norah Jones cover Frank and Nancy Sinatra’s ‘Somethin’ Stupid’
The two of them put a jazz spin on the classic track for the 'Norah Jones Is Playing Along' podcastThe post Watch Josh Homme and Norah Jones cover Frank and Nancy Sinatra’s ‘Somethin’ Stupid’ appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Taylor Swift shares ‘Opalite’ video starring Graham Norton after being inspired by appearance on his show
"Like a school group project but for adults and it isn’t mandatory"The post Taylor Swift shares ‘Opalite’ video starring Graham Norton after being inspired by appearance on his show appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Tom Morello on Yungblud’s ‘Changes’ cover at ‘Back To The Beginning’: “48 hours before, he wasn’t gonna be the singer of that song”
"It was thousands of hours of preparation and worry and anxiety and changing around stuff"The post Tom Morello on Yungblud’s ‘Changes’ cover at ‘Back To The Beginning’: “48 hours before, he wasn’t gonna be the singer of that song” appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Wasserman CEO issues apology after being mentioned in Epstein emails, as Best Coast’s Bethany Cosentino calls on her agency boss to step down
"We are tired of being asked to treat proximity to something horrific as an unfortunate situation we should simply move past"The post Wasserman CEO issues apology after being mentioned in Epstein emails, as Best Coast’s Bethany Cosentino calls on her agency boss to step down appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Check out Tame Impala’s new remix of ‘Dracula’ with BLACKPINK’s JENNIE
The track appeared on his latest album ‘Deadbeat’The post Check out Tame Impala’s new remix of ‘Dracula’ with BLACKPINK’s JENNIE appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
The Arctic Monkeys tribute act who played ‘Opening Night’ live before the band themselves: “It feels pretty special”
Check out footage of Antarctic Monkeys giving the 'Help(2)' song its live debut, as tribute frontman Dean Reynolds tells us what it means them and to hardcore fansThe post The Arctic Monkeys tribute act who played ‘Opening Night’ live before the band themselves: “It feels pretty special” appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Twisted Sister cancel 50th anniversary tour as Dee Snider resigns due to “health issues”
“I’d rather walk away than be a shadow of my former self”The post Twisted Sister cancel 50th anniversary tour as Dee Snider resigns due to “health issues” appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Lola Young announces live return with intimate London Palladium show for next month
It will be her first show of 2026, and comes after she was forced to cancel a tour last year due to exhaustionThe post Lola Young announces live return with intimate London Palladium show for next month appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
BLACKPINK’s Lisa to star in Netflix romcom inspired by ‘Notting Hill’
The singer made her acting debut in 'The White Lotus' last yearThe post BLACKPINK’s Lisa to star in Netflix romcom inspired by ‘Notting Hill’ appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Pulp’s Jarvis Cocker and Nick Jonas to read for CBeebies Bedtime Stories
They will be reading books called ‘Wally the World's Greatest Piano-playing Wombat’ and ‘The Ballad of Cactus Joe’The post Pulp’s Jarvis Cocker and Nick Jonas to read for CBeebies Bedtime Stories appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Chappell Roan fans are loving “beautiful, anti-AI” ‘Fortnite’ collab video
“It's hard to believe that 'Fortnite' of all things would continue to be a bastion of human created art”The post Chappell Roan fans are loving “beautiful, anti-AI” ‘Fortnite’ collab video appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
2000Trees 2026: Funeral For A Friend announced as exclusive headliner while Marmozets, The Bronx, Militarie Gun and loads more join line-up
They join previously announced acts including Alkaline Trio, Glassjaw and PUPThe post 2000Trees 2026: Funeral For A Friend announced as exclusive headliner while Marmozets, The Bronx, Militarie Gun and loads more join line-up appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Check out EsDeeKid’s gritty new single and video for ‘Omens’ as he plays first US shows
The anonymous rapper is currently on a sold-out eight-date run across North AmericaThe post Check out EsDeeKid’s gritty new single and video for ‘Omens’ as he plays first US shows appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Watch Cruz Beckham play ‘Viva Forever’ with the Spice Girls
“I think I found my openers…you think they have potential?"The post Watch Cruz Beckham play ‘Viva Forever’ with the Spice Girls appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Swim Deep return with new album ‘Hum’, and announce 2026 UK tour
They have shared the first taster of the album in the form of uplifting single ‘Pieces Of You’The post Swim Deep return with new album ‘Hum’, and announce 2026 UK tour appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
BRIT Awards 2026: Rosalía joins line-up of performers
The Spanish singer-songwriter is nominated for International Artist of the YearThe post BRIT Awards 2026: Rosalía joins line-up of performers appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
Aurora and The Chemical Brothers’ Tom Rowlands announce debut album as Tomora and intimate debut shows in Manchester and London
"We made it without obligation or expectation, just a joy in creation," the duo said of the new recordThe post Aurora and The Chemical Brothers’ Tom Rowlands announce debut album as Tomora and intimate debut shows in Manchester and London appeared first on NME.
06/02/2026
LEGO and Netflix team up for ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ collaboration
There are more sets planned for 2027The post LEGO and Netflix team up for ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ collaboration appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Zayn Malik announces huge ‘Konnakol’ 2026 world tour
The singer announced his new album of the same name yesterday (February 4)The post Zayn Malik announces huge ‘Konnakol’ 2026 world tour appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Mary In The Junkyard, Blue Bendy and more lead line-up for London War Child benefit gig for Gaza and Sudan
Aga Ujma, Skydaddy and Ugly are also set to play the EartH showThe post Mary In The Junkyard, Blue Bendy and more lead line-up for London War Child benefit gig for Gaza and Sudan appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Finneas hits back at critics of sister Billie Eilish’s anti-ICE Grammys speech: “We can literally see your names in the Epstein files”
The singer said that “no one is illegal on stolen land” while accepting the award for Song Of The Year last weekendThe post Finneas hits back at critics of sister Billie Eilish’s anti-ICE Grammys speech: “We can literally see your names in the Epstein files” appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Ricky Martin pens emotional open letter to Bad Bunny after Grammys: “You won by staying true to Puerto Rico”
“What you have achieved is not just a historic musical accomplishment, it's a cultural and human victory”The post Ricky Martin pens emotional open letter to Bad Bunny after Grammys: “You won by staying true to Puerto Rico” appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
‘Original Draft’ version of Mark Lanegan’s classic ‘Bubblegum’ to be released for Record Store Day 2026
The original running order and recordings will be available on limited edition white vinyl on April 18The post ‘Original Draft’ version of Mark Lanegan’s classic ‘Bubblegum’ to be released for Record Store Day 2026 appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Late Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers also omitted from Grammys’ televised ‘In Memoriam’ segment
Fans also called out the academy when Mastodon’s Brent Hinds was left out of the segment tooThe post Late Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers also omitted from Grammys’ televised ‘In Memoriam’ segment appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
The Black Keys share cathartic single ‘You Got To Lose’ to announce new album ‘Peaches!’ along with two summer 2026 London shows
The "primal" record was made during Auerbach nursing his late father following a cancer diagnosisThe post The Black Keys share cathartic single ‘You Got To Lose’ to announce new album ‘Peaches!’ along with two summer 2026 London shows appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Djo, Sienna Spiro, Erin LeCount and more added to line-up for Lorde at All Points East 2026
They'll join PinkPantheress, Zara Larsson, 2hollis, Oklou, Audrey Hobert, Rose Gray and more on August 22The post Djo, Sienna Spiro, Erin LeCount and more added to line-up for Lorde at All Points East 2026 appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Chris Brown accused of withholding royalties for two hit songs
The songs in question are ‘Monalisa’ and ‘Sensational’The post Chris Brown accused of withholding royalties for two hit songs appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Watch Queens Of The Stone Age’s Josh Homme cover AC/DC’s ‘Night Prowler’ at Dean Delray’s Bon Scott tribute show
Members of KISS, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tool, Rage Against The Machine and more also performed at the eventThe post Watch Queens Of The Stone Age’s Josh Homme cover AC/DC’s ‘Night Prowler’ at Dean Delray’s Bon Scott tribute show appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
BRITs Critics Choice winner Jacob Alon announces special “in the round” London show and extra UK and Ireland tour dates
New dates come shortly after the Scottish art-folk singer performs in Edinburgh as part of BRITs Week 2026The post BRITs Critics Choice winner Jacob Alon announces special “in the round” London show and extra UK and Ireland tour dates appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Newly-unearthed Weezer album ‘1192’ of early demos and rarities set for release on Record Store Day 2026
Founding bassist Matt Sharp reportedly discovered the record while looking through a series of "lost-album" master tapesThe post Newly-unearthed Weezer album ‘1192’ of early demos and rarities set for release on Record Store Day 2026 appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Turnstile speak out on “heightened state violence” in America after Grammy wins: “We are watching people be pushed out of their homes”
They took home the awards for Best Metal Performance and Best Rock AlbumThe post Turnstile speak out on “heightened state violence” in America after Grammy wins: “We are watching people be pushed out of their homes” appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Alex Honnold shares full Tool-heavy Taipei 101 free-solo climb playlist featuring Linkin Park, The Used and more – as Maynard James Keenan reacts
The Tool frontman joked that “everybody and their mother texted me every three seconds telling me about it”The post Alex Honnold shares full Tool-heavy Taipei 101 free-solo climb playlist featuring Linkin Park, The Used and more – as Maynard James Keenan reacts appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Slipknot’s Radiohead-esque lost album ‘Look Outside Your Window’ is finally arriving for Record Store Day 2026
It was first recorded in 2008, and 2,300 copies of the "experimental" album will be made available The post Slipknot’s Radiohead-esque lost album ‘Look Outside Your Window’ is finally arriving for Record Store Day 2026 appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Soulwax announce first ever ‘After Hours’ rave at London’s Abbey Road
300 fans will get the chance to hear freshly recorded music made the day before by Soulwax in Studio TwoThe post Soulwax announce first ever ‘After Hours’ rave at London’s Abbey Road appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Check out these snippets of new Foo Fighters music: “This is just a test”
Dave Grohl recently teased that the upcoming album would land "before my next birthday" (January 14, 2027)The post Check out these snippets of new Foo Fighters music: “This is just a test” appeared first on NME.
05/02/2026
Harry Styles announces “one night only” performance of new album at Manchester Co-Op Live Arena
Tickets for the gig will cost £20 The post Harry Styles announces “one night only” performance of new album at Manchester Co-Op Live Arena appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Noel Gallagher to attend BRIT Awards to collect Songwriter Of The Year after Oasis reunion success
“His songs span generations and have continued to resonate with audiences around the world like no other"The post Noel Gallagher to attend BRIT Awards to collect Songwriter Of The Year after Oasis reunion success appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Zayn Malik announces new album ‘Konnakol’: “It is a sound that holds the reverberation of a time before words existed”
Zayn's new album will arrive later this spring The post Zayn Malik announces new album ‘Konnakol’: “It is a sound that holds the reverberation of a time before words existed” appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Record Store Day 2026: check out the full list of releases here
Charli XCX, David Bowie, Muse, The Cure, Suede, CMAT, Kpop Demon Hunters, Bring Me The Horizon and Sigrid are all among this year's stacked list of exclusive RSD vinyl releasesThe post Record Store Day 2026: check out the full list of releases here appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Kula Shaker talk “breaking up the Britpop party” in the ’90s as they unveil epic ‘Wormslayer’ video
Frontman Crispian Mills shared how he thought the scene “needed to evolve”The post Kula Shaker talk “breaking up the Britpop party” in the ’90s as they unveil epic ‘Wormslayer’ video appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
The Charlatans’ debut album ‘Some Friendly’ set for expanded vinyl reissue
It features bonus tracks, new liner notes from Tim Burgess, and moreThe post The Charlatans’ debut album ‘Some Friendly’ set for expanded vinyl reissue appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
RAYE and Diana Ross to headline Brighton & Hove Pride 2026 for 35th anniversary
Organisers have promised "an unforgettable weekend that honours the power of love in all its forms"The post RAYE and Diana Ross to headline Brighton & Hove Pride 2026 for 35th anniversary appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Watch Jason Momoa cover Oasis at surprise Manchester gig
He performed the track while wearing a Manchester United jersey, and also broke out covers of Metallica and Red Hot Chili PeppersThe post Watch Jason Momoa cover Oasis at surprise Manchester gig appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Blur’s classic ‘Live At The Budokan’ set for 30th anniversary vinyl re-release on Record Store Day 2026
The recording was captured during the band's 1995 Japanese tourThe post Blur’s classic ‘Live At The Budokan’ set for 30th anniversary vinyl re-release on Record Store Day 2026 appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
The View’s Kyle Falconer announces new solo album ‘Lovely Night Of Terror’ with Pete Doherty pop collab single ‘Midas Touch’
The record also features appearances from members of The Darkness, Lottery Winners, The Zutons and moreThe post The View’s Kyle Falconer announces new solo album ‘Lovely Night Of Terror’ with Pete Doherty pop collab single ‘Midas Touch’ appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Lorde donates over $200,000 from merch sales to Minnesota immigrant funds
The post Lorde donates over $200,000 from merch sales to Minnesota immigrant funds appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
The Grammys omitted Mastodon’s Brent Hinds from ‘In Memoriam’ tribute section
One fan said there was "just no excuse" to leave out the late musician, though the Grammys did include him in its online tribute The post The Grammys omitted Mastodon’s Brent Hinds from ‘In Memoriam’ tribute section appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
‘Wuthering Heights’ first reactions: “Charli XCX’s songs are major”
The romantic novel adaptation starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi is set to land later this monthThe post ‘Wuthering Heights’ first reactions: “Charli XCX’s songs are major” appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Martin Shkreli is suing RZA over multi-million dollar Wu-Tang album ‘Once Upon A Time In Shaolin’ he bought and forfeited
He purchased the album in 2015, but had to forfeit it to prosecutors to help pay a massive restitution sentence after legal troubleThe post Martin Shkreli is suing RZA over multi-million dollar Wu-Tang album ‘Once Upon A Time In Shaolin’ he bought and forfeited appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Chappell Roan finally has her own ‘Fortnite’ character after pleading for one
The ‘Good Luck, Babe!’ singer enters the game tomorrowThe post Chappell Roan finally has her own ‘Fortnite’ character after pleading for one appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Jason Bateman criticised for asking Charli XCX about having children and telling her she “might find somebody” who changes her mind, despite being married
Jason Bateman has faced criticism for asking Charli XCX about having children in a new interview.READ MORE: Charli XCX’s Partygirl live in London: celebrating the community and creators of ‘Brat’ summer The ‘Brat’ pop star appeared on the Ozark actor’s SmartLess podcast – which he co-hosts alongside Sean Hayes and Will Arnett – to […]The post Jason Bateman criticised for asking Charli XCX about having children and telling her she “might find somebody” who changes her mind, despite being married appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Mitski shares powerful new single ‘I’ll Change For You’ along with 2026 tour of “global performances”
Dates include a stop at London’s Royal Albert Hall, and residency shows in New York and Los AngelesThe post Mitski shares powerful new single ‘I’ll Change For You’ along with 2026 tour of “global performances” appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
Liam Gallagher, Ian Brown and Bez lead tributes to “Manchester vibes in the area” music legend Alfonso ‘Fonzo’ Buller
"The cosmic dancer who would take over stages, parties and rooms"The post Liam Gallagher, Ian Brown and Bez lead tributes to “Manchester vibes in the area” music legend Alfonso ‘Fonzo’ Buller appeared first on NME.
04/02/2026
End Of The Road 2026: Super Furry Animals, Kurt Vile, Fat Dog, Lucinda Williams lead 113 names added to huge line-up
The festival returns...
03/02/2026
Charli XCX says she’s “really wanting ‘Brat’ to stop” ahead of ‘The Moment’ premiere
"You wanna totally switch the creative soup that you’re in and go and live in a different bowl for a while"The post Charli XCX says she’s “really wanting ‘Brat’ to stop” ahead of ‘The Moment’ premiere appeared first on NME.
25/01/2026
Yungblud speaks out after backlash to photo with Rammstein’s Till Lindemann: “I had no idea”
An investigation into sexual abuse allegations against Lindemann was dropped in 2023The post Yungblud speaks out after backlash to photo with Rammstein’s Till Lindemann: “I had no idea” appeared first on NME.
25/01/2026
The Cardigans announce first UK show since 2018 with exclusive summer 2026 London gig
The Swedish band last played in the country on the 'Gran Turismo' 20th anniversary tour The post The Cardigans announce first UK show since 2018 with exclusive summer 2026 London gig appeared first on NME.
24/01/2026
Wolf Alice’s Ellie Rowsell credited on Harry Styles’ new single ‘Aperture’
Wolf Alice supported Styles during a European tour in 2022, with Rowsell joining him for a duet of 'No Hard Feelings' on the last nightThe post Wolf Alice’s Ellie Rowsell credited on Harry Styles’ new single ‘Aperture’ appeared first on NME.
24/01/2026
Watch Harry Styles find kindred spirit in his stalker in new video for ‘Aperture’
The new visuals feature hand-to-hand combat, a 'Dirty Dancing' inspired lift, and a mysterious strangerThe post Watch Harry Styles find kindred spirit in his stalker in new video for ‘Aperture’ appeared first on NME.
24/01/2026
Listen to Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong and son Jakob’s faithful new cover of David Bowie’s ‘Heroes’
Jakob Armstrong has been recording his own music for more than 10 years and is also in the band Ultra QThe post Listen to Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong and son Jakob’s faithful new cover of David Bowie’s ‘Heroes’ appeared first on NME.
23/01/2026
Watch the emotional short film for James Welsh’s ‘Filaments’, directed by Kieran Evans and released on Erol Alkan’s Phantasy
Welsh tells NME the album is "a collection born from an intersection of pain and perseverance"The post Watch the emotional short film for James Welsh’s ‘Filaments’, directed by Kieran Evans and released on Erol Alkan’s Phantasy appeared first on NME.
23/01/2026
Jessie Ware invites you to new era of “romance, real love, performance, celebration and pleasure” on new single ‘I Could Get Used To This’
She has not released a new album since 'That!Feels Good!' in 2023The post Jessie Ware invites you to new era of “romance, real love, performance, celebration and pleasure” on new single ‘I Could Get Used To This’ appeared first on NME.
23/01/2026
Watch Franz Ferdinand rip though cover of Amyl & The Sniffers’ ‘You Should Not Be Doing That’: “It’s a banger”
“It’s great when you see a band and everything they put out just seems to be even better than what they did before"The post Watch Franz Ferdinand rip though cover of Amyl & The Sniffers’ ‘You Should Not Be Doing That’: “It’s a banger” appeared first on NME.
23/01/2026
Chilli Jesson and Carlos O’Connell tell us about ‘Dead Dads Club’, fatherhood and losing a parent, and Fontaines D.C.’s 2026 plans
Bandleader Jesson – formerly of Palma Violets – and producer O’Connell tell NME about linking up, why Jesson “could not imagine doing it with anyone else”, and what's next for Fontaines The post Chilli Jesson and Carlos O’Connell tell us about ‘Dead Dads Club’, fatherhood and losing a parent, and Fontaines D.C.’s 2026 plans appeared first on NME.
23/01/2026
Watch RAYE debut new ‘This Music May Contain Hope’ songs as she kicks off 2026 tour in Poland
Nine new songs were played live for the first time, and the set was split into two actsThe post Watch RAYE debut new ‘This Music May Contain Hope’ songs as she kicks off 2026 tour in Poland appeared first on NME.
23/01/2026
Harry Styles says he needed to “fall in love with music all over again” after taking three years off
"I really need a strong why of why I would be making another album"The post Harry Styles says he needed to “fall in love with music all over again” after taking three years off appeared first on NME.
23/01/2026
What we know about the Chappell Roan x ‘Fortnite’ collab
The pop icon is finally heading to the hit gameThe post What we know about the Chappell Roan x ‘Fortnite’ collab appeared first on NME.
23/01/2026
Eagles’ ‘Greatest Hits’ becomes first quadruple diamond-certified album
Released 50 years ago, the record is also the fifth best-selling album globallyThe post Eagles’ ‘Greatest Hits’ becomes first quadruple diamond-certified album appeared first on NME.
23/01/2026
Foals share teaser and explain inspiration to ‘When The War Is Finally Done’ from ‘Help(2)’ album
"The song is sung from the afterlife;a young soldier sent to war and expected to endure the unendurable"The post Foals share teaser and explain inspiration to ‘When The War Is Finally Done’ from ‘Help(2)’ album appeared first on NME.
23/01/2026
James Blake announces new album ‘Trying Times’ and shares striking single ‘Death of Love’
It's the musician's first independent studio albumThe post James Blake announces new album ‘Trying Times’ and shares striking single ‘Death of Love’ appeared first on NME.
23/01/2026
Harry Styles announces seven-city residency tour, ‘Together, Together’, including Wembley Stadium and Madison Square Garden
He will play six nights at Wembley Stadium, 30 dates at Madison Square Garden, and strings of shows in Mexico City, São Paulo, Amsterdam, Melbourne and SydneyThe post Harry Styles announces seven-city residency tour, ‘Together, Together’, including Wembley Stadium and Madison Square Garden appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
The 1975 announce 10th anniversary vinyl reissue of ‘I like it when you sleep, for you are so beautiful yet so unaware of it’
The reissue will arrive February 27 via Dirty HitThe post The 1975 announce 10th anniversary vinyl reissue of ‘I like it when you sleep, for you are so beautiful yet so unaware of it’ appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
BTS fans react to rush for tickets in 2026 world stadium tour pre-sale
The K-pop band are heading out on a huge run of global dates this spring The post BTS fans react to rush for tickets in 2026 world stadium tour pre-sale appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
Flight of the Conchords will reunite for their first gigs in eight years at Netflix Is a Joke Fest
The legendary musical comedy duo will perform two shows at LA's Greek Theatre in MayThe post Flight of the Conchords will reunite for their first gigs in eight years at Netflix Is a Joke Fest appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
Savages celebrate 10 years of ‘Adore Life’ with haunting cover of Black Sabbath’s ‘Paranoid’ and unreleased ‘Prayer’
“We left them exactly as they were – no retakes, no remixing.What you’ll hear is precisely how they were first recorded”The post Savages celebrate 10 years of ‘Adore Life’ with haunting cover of Black Sabbath’s ‘Paranoid’ and unreleased ‘Prayer’ appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
Biffy Clyro add huge Edinburgh Summer Sessions show to 2026 tour plans
“Edinburgh, we’re coming for you…this is going to be huge"The post Biffy Clyro add huge Edinburgh Summer Sessions show to 2026 tour plans appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
Tom Misch on “taking a step back” from music: “The intensity of it all caught up with me and came at a cost to my mental health”
He said he has still been "tinkering away" with new material "behind closed doors"The post Tom Misch on “taking a step back” from music: “The intensity of it all caught up with me and came at a cost to my mental health” appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
Check out Violet Grohl’s David Lynch-inspired single ‘What’s Heaven Without You’
"The impact he left on art is truly magical"The post Check out Violet Grohl’s David Lynch-inspired single ‘What’s Heaven Without You’ appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
Lime Garden announce new album ‘Maybe Not Tonight’ with self-reckoning single ’23’ and 2026 UK tour
They said that their second LP is designed to feel like “a night out, from start to finish”The post Lime Garden announce new album ‘Maybe Not Tonight’ with self-reckoning single ’23’ and 2026 UK tour appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
RAYE speaks out on Amy Winehouse comparisons and the “evil way” the media treated her
“No one can ever do what she did”The post RAYE speaks out on Amy Winehouse comparisons and the “evil way” the media treated her appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
Watch ZAYN debut powerful new single ‘Die For Me’ as he kicks off Las Vegas residency
He performed five unreleased tracks overallThe post Watch ZAYN debut powerful new single ‘Die For Me’ as he kicks off Las Vegas residency appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
Grimes shares support for Kim Petras and hits out at major labels, AI and session culture: “Very little effort is put into taking care of artists. We are expendable”
“Every economic incentive has lined up to actively dissuade new music and especially innovative music”The post Grimes shares support for Kim Petras and hits out at major labels, AI and session culture: “Very little effort is put into taking care of artists.We are expendable” appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
‘The Vince Staples Show’ cancelled by Netflix
The comedy series last just eleven episodes in totalThe post ‘The Vince Staples Show’ cancelled by Netflix appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
Parklife 2026: check out the full line-up for stacked Manchester festival
Calvin Harris, Skepta and many more are set to performThe post Parklife 2026: check out the full line-up for stacked Manchester festival appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
Taylor Swift becomes youngest woman to be inducted into Songwriters Hall Of Fame
The ceremony will take place in New York this summer The post Taylor Swift becomes youngest woman to be inducted into Songwriters Hall Of Fame appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
Kyle Gass explains fall-out with Jack Black after Donald Trump controversy but promises Tenacious D comeback is “gonna be bigger than Oasis”
He recalled the "tsunami of shit" he faced, but said Black "was doing what he felt he had to do"The post Kyle Gass explains fall-out with Jack Black after Donald Trump controversy but promises Tenacious D comeback is “gonna be bigger than Oasis” appeared first on NME.
22/01/2026
The Itch announce debut album ‘It’s The Hope That Kills You’ and share pulsing single ‘Aux Romanticiser’
As well as 'Aux Romanticiser', the album features the previously released singles 'Space In The Cab' and 'Ursula'The post The Itch announce debut album ‘It’s The Hope That Kills You’ and share pulsing single ‘Aux Romanticiser’ appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Geordie Greep pays tribute to Black Midi’s Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin: “We all loved him so much”
"I think it's my duty to not ever shy away from telling the world what a great person you were"The post Geordie Greep pays tribute to Black Midi’s Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin: “We all loved him so much” appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Jack White mocks Donald Trump’s rambling anniversary press conference: “Me do accomplishments!”
Trump spent over an hour and a half at a bizarre press conference rattling off a list of his "achievements"The post Jack White mocks Donald Trump’s rambling anniversary press conference: “Me do accomplishments!” appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
BRIT Awards 2026: here are all the nominees
Lola Young, Olivia Dean and Sam Fender are among those with the most nods this yearThe post BRIT Awards 2026: here are all the nominees appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Witch Fever left “broke” after playing two months in arenas
“It's quite a depressing landscape at the moment”The post Witch Fever left “broke” after playing two months in arenas appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Phil Collins speaks out on “difficult, frustrating few years” as he reveals health update and 24-hour care
"I had everything that could go wrong with me, did go wrong with me”The post Phil Collins speaks out on “difficult, frustrating few years” as he reveals health update and 24-hour care appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Jenny Lewis hits out at Sean Penn in poem: “Why wouldn’t Hollywood men date their daughter’s friends”
The singer-songwriter took a dig at the star for dating 'Emily In Paris' actress Valeria Nicov, who is 35 years youngerThe post Jenny Lewis hits out at Sean Penn in poem: “Why wouldn’t Hollywood men date their daughter’s friends” appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Nightclub apologises for playing Kanye West’s ‘Heil Hitler’ for far-right influencers
Andrew Tate, Tristan Tate, Nick Fuentes and more were seen in the footage shared from the night, and local politicians have called the footage “disturbing”The post Nightclub apologises for playing Kanye West’s ‘Heil Hitler’ for far-right influencers appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Overpass announce long-awaited debut album ‘Elsewhere, Always’ with rollicking single ‘Union Station’
Their debut, which is set to drop later this year, "is born from uncertainty" in a "maelstrom of twenty-something existential confusion"The post Overpass announce long-awaited debut album ‘Elsewhere, Always’ with rollicking single ‘Union Station’ appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Watch Cameron Winter play secret charity show under alias Chet Chomsky
Geese’s guitarist Emily Green also performed at the eventThe post Watch Cameron Winter play secret charity show under alias Chet Chomsky appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Over half of UK grassroots venues made no profit in 2025, with 6,000 jobs lost
"We have reached the absolute limit of what goodwill can possibly absorb"The post Over half of UK grassroots venues made no profit in 2025, with 6,000 jobs lost appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Red Hot Chili Peppers producer claims frontman Anthony Kiedis is “tone-deaf”
Michael Beinhorn worked with the band on their 1987 LP 'The Uplift Mofo Party Plan' and 1989 follow up 'Mother’s Milk'The post Red Hot Chili Peppers producer claims frontman Anthony Kiedis is “tone-deaf” appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Taylor Swift allegedly called Justin Baldoni a “bitch” with a “tiny violin” in text to Blake Lively, court docs reveal
The singer is being cited in an ongoing legal battle between the 'It Ends With Us' starsThe post Taylor Swift allegedly called Justin Baldoni a “bitch” with a “tiny violin” in text to Blake Lively, court docs reveal appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Zak Starkey says Noel and Liam Gallagher “never even argued once” while he was in Oasis
"I played with them for five years, and all we did was laugh"The post Zak Starkey says Noel and Liam Gallagher “never even argued once” while he was in Oasis appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Mary J Blige on why she turned down Rihanna’s ‘Umbrella’
“I'm not afraid to pass on something that's not for me”The post Mary J Blige on why she turned down Rihanna’s ‘Umbrella’ appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Sabrina Carpenter announced as first performer at 2026 Grammys
She is nominated for six awards at the forthcoming event in Los AngelesThe post Sabrina Carpenter announced as first performer at 2026 Grammys appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Snail Mail announces new album ‘Ricochet’ with captivating new single ‘Dead End’
It is set to be the most mature release from Lindsey Jordan yet, and new US tour dates have also been announcedThe post Snail Mail announces new album ‘Ricochet’ with captivating new single ‘Dead End’ appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Kim Petras hits out at record label for “refusing” to release new album, pleads to be dropped: “I’m tired of having no control”
Kesha also backed the German pop star, saying: "I hear you, I’m sorry Kim" The post Kim Petras hits out at record label for “refusing” to release new album, pleads to be dropped: “I’m tired of having no control” appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Harry Styles to drop new single ‘Aperture’ this week
It is the first taster from his forthcoming album ‘Kiss All The Time.The post Harry Styles to drop new single ‘Aperture’ this week appeared first on NME.
21/01/2026
Radiohead share Thom Yorke’s 2025 European arena tour pre-mix playlist
Artists including Leonard Cohen, Aphex Twin, David Byrne and Syd Barrett are included The post Radiohead share Thom Yorke’s 2025 European arena tour pre-mix playlist appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Courtney Barnett announces new album ‘Creature Of Habit’ with reflective single ‘Site Unseen’ featuring Waxahatchee
The LP, Barnett's first studio album since 2021, is set for release on March 27The post Courtney Barnett announces new album ‘Creature Of Habit’ with reflective single ‘Site Unseen’ featuring Waxahatchee appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
A$AP Rocky announces ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ 2026 world tour – with dates in UK, Europe and North America
The presale for UK and European tickets begins tomorrow morning (January 21) at 9amThe post A$AP Rocky announces ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ 2026 world tour – with dates in UK, Europe and North America appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Sex Pistols’ Glen Matlock hits out at “weird” Trump supporting punks, praises Kneecap – band respond
“A lot of punk have got the wrong end of the stick”The post Sex Pistols’ Glen Matlock hits out at “weird” Trump supporting punks, praises Kneecap – band respond appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
A new Arctic Monkeys song is coming this week in aid of War Child
It will be the first new music from the Sheffield giants since 2022The post A new Arctic Monkeys song is coming this week in aid of War Child appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Bring Me The Horizon announce ‘L.I.V.E. in São Paulo (Live Immersive Virtual Experiment)’ concert film to hit cinemas
It captures the band's biggest gig yet with multi-camera footage, drone shots and fan clipsThe post Bring Me The Horizon announce ‘L.I.V.E. in São Paulo (Live Immersive Virtual Experiment)’ concert film to hit cinemas appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Louis Tomlinson reveals why he won’t perform certain One Direction songs
"It's actually not the easiest thing to do"The post Louis Tomlinson reveals why he won’t perform certain One Direction songs appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Nicki Minaj hits out at journalist Don Lemon following coverage of an ICE protest at a Minnesota church
He responded by telling the rapper to “sit the fuck down” and “grow some brains”The post Nicki Minaj hits out at journalist Don Lemon following coverage of an ICE protest at a Minnesota church appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Evan Dando on Courtney Love telling Kurt Cobain they were having an affair: “We could have been friends and it’s a bummer”
“We were doppelgängers in a way,” he said of the late Nirvana star.“People who worked with us both said they couldn’t even tell who was on stage”The post Evan Dando on Courtney Love telling Kurt Cobain they were having an affair: “We could have been friends and it’s a bummer” appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Bring Me The Horizon tease ‘Throne’ remix for ‘Ghost Of Yōtei’ and confirmed on ILLENIUM’s new album ‘Odyssey’
The track with ILLENIUM is called ‘Slave To The Rithm’, and Oli Sykes said that getting involved in ‘Ghost Of Yōtei’ was “something I’ve wanted to do for ages”The post Bring Me The Horizon tease ‘Throne’ remix for ‘Ghost Of Yōtei’ and confirmed on ILLENIUM’s new album ‘Odyssey’ appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Chris De Burgh to make cameo in raunchy TV series ‘Rivals’
The singer will perform his most famous hit on the showThe post Chris De Burgh to make cameo in raunchy TV series ‘Rivals’ appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Robbie Williams on course to top The Beatles record with 16th Number One album ‘BRITPOP’
The singer recently said he wants to clinch the title "more than anything in my career right now"The post Robbie Williams on course to top The Beatles record with 16th Number One album ‘BRITPOP’ appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Lily Allen shares edit of ‘West End Girl’ artwork to mark Brooklyn Beckham’s takedown of his parents
The 26-year-old recently accused his family of “controlling” him and “consistently disrespecting” his wifeThe post Lily Allen shares edit of ‘West End Girl’ artwork to mark Brooklyn Beckham’s takedown of his parents appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Green Day speak up for Minnesota and call out Stephen Miller at California show
“We stand up for our brothers and sisters in Minnesota”The post Green Day speak up for Minnesota and call out Stephen Miller at California show appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Tributes paid as Midnight Oil founder and drummer Rob Hirst dies, aged 70: “An absolute beast behind the kit”
He had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2023The post Tributes paid as Midnight Oil founder and drummer Rob Hirst dies, aged 70: “An absolute beast behind the kit” appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Rose McGowan and Kid Bookie tell us about their freeing new collab: “This song is the embodiment of non-conformity”
See the music video for 'Rose McGowan here first, as the duo talk us through taking inspiration from David Bowie, going against the grain of “normality” and "pure punk" McGowan’s plans to write a solo album full of "lullabies for animals”The post Rose McGowan and Kid Bookie tell us about their freeing new collab: “This song is the embodiment of non-conformity” appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Cyndi Lauper announces charity “closet clean out” to sell stage outfits and more in NYC
“Step inside Cyndi Lauper’s world and shop a treasure trove of designer gems”The post Cyndi Lauper announces charity “closet clean out” to sell stage outfits and more in NYC appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
U2’s Bono sends bagpiper to surprise Dolly Parton on 80th birthday
"Are you calling me an old bag?" said Parton, who was also gifted a pint of GuinnessThe post U2’s Bono sends bagpiper to surprise Dolly Parton on 80th birthday appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Poison’s 2026 tour called off because Bret Michaels “wanted the lion’s share of the money”
"You don’t want to go out and work really hard just to make somebody else a bunch of money," said drummer Rikki RockettThe post Poison’s 2026 tour called off because Bret Michaels “wanted the lion’s share of the money” appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Morrissey cancels fifth live show of 2026
The Florida date has been axed due to "artist illness" The post Morrissey cancels fifth live show of 2026 appeared first on NME.
20/01/2026
Britney Spears: “I admire and look up to Madonna more than anyone”
The two pop superstars go back a long wayThe post Britney Spears: “I admire and look up to Madonna more than anyone” appeared first on NME.
19/01/2026
Lily Allen “run off the road” by HGV while driving her new Porsche
"Happy to be alive"The post Lily Allen “run off the road” by HGV while driving her new Porsche appeared first on NME.
19/01/2026
BRIT Awards announces 2026 Critics’ Choice winner
Previous winners include Adele, Florence and the Machine, Ellie Goulding, Sam Smith and The Last Dinner PartyThe post BRIT Awards announces 2026 Critics’ Choice winner appeared first on NME.
19/01/2026
Listen to Cardinals’ “cathartic” new single ‘I Like You’
The Cork band's latest track provided "a completely grounding moment after feeling slightly lost for months"The post Listen to Cardinals’ “cathartic” new single ‘I Like You’ appeared first on NME.
19/01/2026
Ed Sheeran is asking fans to “text in song recommendations” for 2026 ‘Loop Tour’
"Surprise me," said Sheeran, before dusting off early rarity 'Sofa' and more in New ZealandThe post Ed Sheeran is asking fans to “text in song recommendations” for 2026 ‘Loop Tour’ appeared first on NME.
19/01/2026
Roger Waters says his views on “evil, demented” President Trump could get him killed
"It may be that my residency in the United States may not last for the rest of my life," he said."It may well be that Donald and his cabal will make that decision for me"The post Roger Waters says his views on “evil, demented” President Trump could get him killed appeared first on NME.
19/01/2026
Noel Gallagher reflects on Oasis ‘Live ’25’, reveals he’s “back at work” this week – fuelling rumours of new music
"It went rather well, didn’t it?" he said of the tour, while hailing the "amazing" fans on 'Gallagher Hill' The post Noel Gallagher reflects on Oasis ‘Live ’25’, reveals he’s “back at work” this week – fuelling rumours of new music appeared first on NME.
19/01/2026
Netflix shares trailer for new ‘Take That’ docuseries – capturing “beginning of the end” in ’90s
The '90s boyband veterans can be heard reflecting on the "unbelievable pressure" they felt in their heyday in the new clipThe post Netflix shares trailer for new ‘Take That’ docuseries – capturing “beginning of the end” in ’90s appeared first on NME.
19/01/2026
Listen to Hayley Williams’ heartfelt cover of her grandfather’s ’70s song ‘Friends Or Lovers’
She helped him release his long-lost album last yearThe post Listen to Hayley Williams’ heartfelt cover of her grandfather’s ’70s song ‘Friends Or Lovers’ appeared first on NME.
19/01/2026
A new Sphere venue is set to be built built near Washington D.C
It will be the second in the US, and significantly smaller than the 20,000 capacity design in Las VegasThe post A new Sphere venue is set to be built built near Washington D.C appeared first on NME.