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Joseph Byrd, leader of psych rock trailblazers The United States Of America, dies aged 87

The band were credited for incorporating electronics, musique concrète and avant-garde composition into rock The post Joseph Byrd, leader of psych rock trailblazers The United States Of America, dies aged 87 appeared first on NME.

3 hours ago

Alabama Shakes announce US headline tour for 2026

The band released 'Another Life', their first new music in 10 years, this summerThe post Alabama Shakes announce US headline tour for 2026 appeared first on NME.

6 hours ago

Yungblud describes Grammy nominations as “an honour, but also tragic”

One of his nods is for Best Rock Performance for his rendition of 'Changes' at the final Black Sabbath concertThe post Yungblud describes Grammy nominations as “an honour, but also tragic” appeared first on NME.

7 hours ago

Every song on ‘Taylor Swift: The End Of An Era’ soundtrack

The first two episodes of the behind-the-scenes docuseries are streaming nowThe post Every song on ‘Taylor Swift: The End Of An Era’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.

16 hours ago

Gene Simmons walks back remarks on Ace Frehley’s death: “I was wrong”

Simmons had recently suggested that “bad decisions” played a part in Frehley's death following a fall in October The post Gene Simmons walks back remarks on Ace Frehley’s death: “I was wrong” appeared first on NME.

12/12/2025

New documentary shows moment Taylor Swift broke down in tears over Southport stabbing attack

Swift met some of the survivors and families of the victims of the Southport attack, which took place in July 2024, at one of the Wembley Stadium 'Eras' shows The post New documentary shows moment Taylor Swift broke down in tears over Southport stabbing attack appeared first on NME.

12/12/2025

Courteeners surprise release ‘Live In Manchester’ album

The band will return to their hometown next summer for a massive outdoor gig The post Courteeners surprise release ‘Live In Manchester’ album appeared first on NME.

12/12/2025

Together For Palestine release Christmas Number One bid ‘Lullaby’

It features Brian Eno, Celeste, Bastille‘s Dan Smith and more, and will see all proceeds donated to three Palestinian-led charitiesThe post Together For Palestine release Christmas Number One bid ‘Lullaby’ appeared first on NME.

12/12/2025

Labrinth shares funky remix of ‘Sonic The Hedgehog’ iconic track

Evanescence has also teamed up with Gunship for a dark version of ‘Afterlife’The post Labrinth shares funky remix of ‘Sonic The Hedgehog’ iconic track appeared first on NME.

12/12/2025

Gorillaz share spirited new single ‘Damascus’ with Omar Souleyman and Yasiin Bey

They previewed the song at their ‘House Of Kong’ gig in London, as well as at Brian Eno’s Together For Palestine charity showThe post Gorillaz share spirited new single ‘Damascus’ with Omar Souleyman and Yasiin Bey appeared first on NME.

12/12/2025

Check out Sassy 009’s enchanting new Single ‘Mirrors’, featuring yunè pinku

It is Sunniva Lindgård’s last new music of 2025, and the latest preview of debut album ‘Dream+’The post Check out Sassy 009’s enchanting new Single ‘Mirrors’, featuring yunè pinku appeared first on NME.

12/12/2025

Bilbao BBK 2026: Lily Allen, Robbie Williams, David Byrne, IDLES, Interpol, CMAT lead stacked line-up

Alabama Shakes, Soulwax, Belle and Sebastian, horsegiirL and many more will also join the Kobetamendi festival next yearThe post Bilbao BBK 2026: Lily Allen, Robbie Williams, David Byrne, IDLES, Interpol, CMAT lead stacked line-up appeared first on NME.

11/12/2025

Fatboy Slim tells us about finally getting The Rolling Stones’ approval for mash-up ‘Satisfaction Skank’ after 25 years

Check out the dancefloor favourite as Norman Cook tells us about his long battle to release it, Mick Jagger being a huge fan, his hopes for Christmas Number One, the state of the dance scene and if he's still "lost his passion" for making new musicThe post Fatboy Slim tells us about finally getting The Rolling Stones’ approval for mash-up ‘Satisfaction Skank’ after 25 years appeared first on NME.

11/12/2025

Fans slam Gwen Stefani for promoting “anti-abortion” religious app

“Lots of your fans are from the LGBTQ+ community and this feels like a deep betrayal,” one person commentedThe post Fans slam Gwen Stefani for promoting “anti-abortion” religious app appeared first on NME.

11/12/2025

Charlie Puth pleads Elon Musk to stop launching rockets at 3am

The singer-songwriter said the rockets "frightened" his pregnant wife and "violently shook our whole house"The post Charlie Puth pleads Elon Musk to stop launching rockets at 3am appeared first on NME.

11/12/2025

Coordinated online misinformation attack accused Taylor Swift of Nazi connections, and fans may have helped spread it

More than 18,000 accounts made over 24,000 posts in just two weeks, accusing the pop star of making dogwhistle references in her new albumThe post Coordinated online misinformation attack accused Taylor Swift of Nazi connections, and fans may have helped spread it appeared first on NME.

11/12/2025

Lily Allen’s ‘West End Girl’ could be turned into a play

Allen has previously starred in West End plays '2:22 A Ghost Story' and 'The Pillowman'The post Lily Allen’s ‘West End Girl’ could be turned into a play appeared first on NME.

11/12/2025

Portugal’s Eurovision entry at risk as 11 entrants from Festival da Canção refuse to represent country

"We do not accept complicity with the violation of Human Rights," the artists said in a joint statement, referencing Israel's actions in Gaza which an independent United Nations inquiry found to be a genocideThe post Portugal’s Eurovision entry at risk as 11 entrants from Festival da Canção refuse to represent country appeared first on NME.

10/12/2025

Iceland becomes fifth country to boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel involvement

They join Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia in dropping out of Eurovision, which will take place in Austria in May The post Iceland becomes fifth country to boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel involvement appeared first on NME.

10/12/2025

Deftones sponsor their local youth football team – check out the beautiful new shirt and kit

"Soccer and music are both about connection and expression, and having a strong community that nourishes this during developmental years is so important"The post Deftones sponsor their local youth football team – check out the beautiful new shirt and kit appeared first on NME.

10/12/2025

Sharon Osbourne shares Ozzy’s final words

“If only I’d have told him I loved him more.If only I’d have held him tighter,” she said, looking back at the momentThe post Sharon Osbourne shares Ozzy’s final words appeared first on NME.

10/12/2025

Questions over ticket prices and future of UK’s biggest arenas after huge business rates surge as valuations soar up to 300 per cent

Venues including The O2 face increases of up to £1.85million in annual bills, leading to concerns about if the financial strain will be passed onto artists and fansThe post Questions over ticket prices and future of UK’s biggest arenas after huge business rates surge as valuations soar up to 300 per cent appeared first on NME.

10/12/2025

Watch Foxing play final show before an indefinite hiatus

They announced in September that they would be taking a break as “relationship with music, each other, and our sense of self without the band has eroded”The post Watch Foxing play final show before an indefinite hiatus appeared first on NME.

10/12/2025

Ariana Grande’s red carpet crasher kicked out of Lady Gaga show

He was sentenced to nine days in jail last month, but recently headed to the 'Mayhem Ball' tourThe post Ariana Grande’s red carpet crasher kicked out of Lady Gaga show appeared first on NME.

10/12/2025

The Darkness on being part of Christmas and “one of the last proper rock ’n’ roll bands”

Fresh from their festive London pop-up show, guitarist Dan Hawkins told NME about their biggest tour in 20 years, their love of – and cover of – Radiohead, and reaching a new generation of fansThe post The Darkness on being part of Christmas and “one of the last proper rock ’n’ roll bands” appeared first on NME.

10/12/2025

ABBA Voyage contributes £2.06billion to UK economy

The spectacle premiered in 2022, and is currently set to run until next summerThe post ABBA Voyage contributes £2.06billion to UK economy appeared first on NME.

10/12/2025

Tributes paid after The Mavericks’ singer Raul Malo dies, aged 60: “A performer and craftsman of the highest order”

"No one embodied life and love, joy and passion, family, friends, music and adventure the way our beloved Raul did"The post Tributes paid after The Mavericks’ singer Raul Malo dies, aged 60: “A performer and craftsman of the highest order” appeared first on NME.

09/12/2025

Watch Sigrid’s new DHL FAST-TRACK documentary

The Norwegian pop star played two acoustic gigs in Bergen and Osaka before hanging out with fans in natureThe post Watch Sigrid’s new DHL FAST-TRACK documentary appeared first on NME.

09/12/2025

Metallica fans given lifetime ban for scaling stadium speaker tower

The two of them climbed up to 50 metres in the venue while the metal giants performed in Perth last monthThe post Metallica fans given lifetime ban for scaling stadium speaker tower appeared first on NME.

09/12/2025

Watch Primal Scream celebrate 25 years of the classic ‘XTRMNTR’ at London’s Roundhouse

The band played their 2000 record in full performing the likes of 'Kill All Hippies', 'Swastika Eyes' and 'Shoot Speed/Kill Light'The post Watch Primal Scream celebrate 25 years of the classic ‘XTRMNTR’ at London’s Roundhouse appeared first on NME.

09/12/2025

The O2 in London to donate to Music Venue Trust each time a new artist headlines

“Our challenge to every other arena in the UK is simple: The O2 has taken a lead, now it's your chance to follow”The post The O2 in London to donate to Music Venue Trust each time a new artist headlines appeared first on NME.

09/12/2025

Leonardo DiCaprio says even ‘brilliant’ AI music ‘dissipates into the ether of other internet junk’

“I think anything that is going to be authentically thought of as art has to come from the human being”The post Leonardo DiCaprio says even ‘brilliant’ AI music ‘dissipates into the ether of other internet junk’ appeared first on NME.

09/12/2025

BRIT Awards 2026: Jack Whitehall to return to host for sixth time

“The city I started my comedy career in, it feels like a real full circle moment returning to host this historic night at the Co-op Live”The post BRIT Awards 2026: Jack Whitehall to return to host for sixth time appeared first on NME.

09/12/2025

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on 20 years of ‘Howl’: “When someone tries to put us in a box, we try to sabotage our careers by doing the opposite”

Robert Levon Been tells NME about giving the album its flowers two decades on, the "Mad Max wasteland" of music existing between "extremes of hyper wealth and hyper poverty" today, and taking on the US governmentThe post Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on 20 years of ‘Howl’: “When someone tries to put us in a box, we try to sabotage our careers by doing the opposite” appeared first on NME.

09/12/2025

David Byrne adds more European shows to summer 2026 world tour

The former Talking Heads frontman has announced new shows in Czechia, Hungary, Italy and CroatiaThe post David Byrne adds more European shows to summer 2026 world tour appeared first on NME.

08/12/2025

David Byrne shares playlist for “people who hate Christmas music”

He said the collection of songs were "not about the solstice", nor did they have "some Pagan agenda"The post David Byrne shares playlist for “people who hate Christmas music” appeared first on NME.

08/12/2025

Sleep Token fans demand cinematic Game Award trailer soundtrack gets a proper release

‘Rain’ has been given an orchestral reworking for the annual ‘Hype’ trailerThe post Sleep Token fans demand cinematic Game Award trailer soundtrack gets a proper release appeared first on NME.

08/12/2025

UK government tightens criteria for touring funding after Kneecap legal battle

Artists applying for the grant now will have to undergo verification checks and have their social media platforms reviewedThe post UK government tightens criteria for touring funding after Kneecap legal battle appeared first on NME.

08/12/2025

Sleep Token release ‘Even In Arcadia’ colouring book

“Summon your creative powers and colour your way through deeply mesmerising images”The post Sleep Token release ‘Even In Arcadia’ colouring book appeared first on NME.

08/12/2025

Fred Again..: “Don’t listen to any criticism, listen to the criticism that resonates”

He also opened up about reaching out to Four Tet for a collaboration, long before the two finally joined forcesThe post Fred Again..: “Don’t listen to any criticism, listen to the criticism that resonates” appeared first on NME.

08/12/2025

Rose Gray shines a light on ‘UK Gems’ in exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover

British pop’s rising star has chosen tracks by acts including Texas, Underworld, Opus III, Imogen Heap and moreThe post Rose Gray shines a light on ‘UK Gems’ in exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover appeared first on NME.

08/12/2025

Robert Smith reveals epic Teenage Cancer Trust line-up with Garbage, Wolf Alice, My Bloody Valentine, Placebo and more

Manic Street Preachers, Mogwai, Chvrches and comedy greats are also among the huge names set for the stacked bill at London's Royal Albert Hall shows curated by The Cure iconThe post Robert Smith reveals epic Teenage Cancer Trust line-up with Garbage, Wolf Alice, My Bloody Valentine, Placebo and more appeared first on NME.

08/12/2025

Watch Dijon perform ‘Baby!’ medley on ‘SNL’

During his debut performance on the show he performed three tracks from his acclaimed latest albumThe post Watch Dijon perform ‘Baby!’ medley on ‘SNL’ appeared first on NME.

07/12/2025

Listen to Violet Grohl’s punchy debut solo single ‘THUM’

"I made these tracks with the most badass group of musicians, so happy they’re finally yours"The post Listen to Violet Grohl’s punchy debut solo single ‘THUM’ appeared first on NME.

07/12/2025

Watch Dua Lipa pay tribute to Selena with ‘Amor Prohibido’ cover during Mexico City concert

“I chose this song because I feel a very special connection with this artist and with her feeling of belonging to two places at the same time"The post Watch Dua Lipa pay tribute to Selena with ‘Amor Prohibido’ cover during Mexico City concert appeared first on NME.

07/12/2025

White House use clip of Sabrina Carpenter on ‘SNL’ for new ICE deportation video

It comes days after she called the Trump administration "evil and disgusting” for using her song 'Juno' to promote U.S. Immigration and Customs EnforcementThe post White House use clip of Sabrina Carpenter on ‘SNL’ for new ICE deportation video appeared first on NME.

07/12/2025

Judge denies Cardi B accuser new trial after the rapper tossed a pen outside of court

Security guard Emani Ellis argued that Cardi had “intimidated” jurors by throwing a pen at a reporter at a media scrumThe post Judge denies Cardi B accuser new trial after the rapper tossed a pen outside of court appeared first on NME.

06/12/2025

Divorce share wistful new single ‘Antarctica’ featuring Marcus Mumford

Mumford previously told us that he discovered the band through their NME The Cover interview: "I’d never heard of them but now we’re fucking obsessed with them"The post Divorce share wistful new single ‘Antarctica’ featuring Marcus Mumford appeared first on NME.

06/12/2025

MGK brings out Halsey for ‘Bad Things’, praises her resolve after “a very tough couple of years”

"This girl is still going through chemotherapy and fighting every day, and she’s out here crushing it"The post MGK brings out Halsey for ‘Bad Things’, praises her resolve after “a very tough couple of years” appeared first on NME.

06/12/2025

White House deletes ICE video using Sabrina Carpenter’s song after she called it “evil and disgusting”

The singer called out Trump's administration earlier this week, saying: “Do not ever involve me or my music to benefit your inhumane agenda”The post White House deletes ICE video using Sabrina Carpenter’s song after she called it “evil and disgusting” appeared first on NME.

06/12/2025

Listen to Yungblud’ and Aerosmith’s country-inspired new version of ‘Wild Woman’ with Lainey Wilson

“With this record, we really needed a female vocalist who could carry it with the level of authenticity that Lainey embodies”The post Listen to Yungblud’ and Aerosmith’s country-inspired new version of ‘Wild Woman’ with Lainey Wilson appeared first on NME.

05/12/2025

Biffy Clyro on the biggest gig of their lives, their Scotland World Cup anthem and wild new material to come: “There’s life in the old dog yet”

After announcing Finsbury Park, the Scottish rock trio invite NME over to their AirBnB to tell us why it'll be "the show that defines the summer" and open up about the battle to stay relevant – and if it really mattersThe post Biffy Clyro on the biggest gig of their lives, their Scotland World Cup anthem and wild new material to come: “There’s life in the old dog yet” appeared first on NME.

28/11/2025

DEVO and The B-52s announce huge co-headline UK shows for summer 2026

The two joined forces on ‘Saturday Night Live’ earlier this year, and the dates will mark The B-52’s first UK shows since 2019The post DEVO and The B-52s announce huge co-headline UK shows for summer 2026 appeared first on NME.

28/11/2025

Wolf Alice, Beth Ditto, Adam Lambert, Sugababes and more for huge ‘Trans Mission’ charity Wembley gig

The concert is "a statement that trans people are loved, valued, and celebrated, and that the entertainment industry stands proudly with them"The post Wolf Alice, Beth Ditto, Adam Lambert, Sugababes and more for huge ‘Trans Mission’ charity Wembley gig appeared first on NME.

28/11/2025

Wakefield’s inaugural ‘Live At Tileyard North’ series confirms The Vaccines as first headliners

They're due to perform their 2011 debut album 'What Did You Expect From the Vaccines?' in full as part of their 15th anniversary celebrationsThe post Wakefield’s inaugural ‘Live At Tileyard North’ series confirms The Vaccines as first headliners appeared first on NME.

28/11/2025

Watch Twenty One Pilots’ Josh Dun share drum cover of Turnstile’s ‘T.L.C.’

"Daniel Fang is a drummer worth watching to get inspired, and this song is rad," Dun wroteThe post Watch Twenty One Pilots’ Josh Dun share drum cover of Turnstile’s ‘T.L.C.’ appeared first on NME.

28/11/2025

More ‘Wicked’ sequels could be on the way

“Because of Wicked’s success but also the fanship, we have almost a responsibility to figure out how we can continue in this universe"The post More ‘Wicked’ sequels could be on the way appeared first on NME.

27/11/2025

Loyle Carner and Ezra Collective to headline Love Supreme 2026

"Love Supreme’s been on my list of festivals to play for ages," said Carner of the forthcoming debut appearance at the eventThe post Loyle Carner and Ezra Collective to headline Love Supreme 2026 appeared first on NME.

18/11/2025

The story of LCD Soundsystem’s iconic ‘Losing My Edge’: “It’s so unbelievably meta”

An excerpt from the new 'Disco Pogo Tribute' book to the New Yorkers looks back on their "weird" debut singleThe post The story of LCD Soundsystem’s iconic ‘Losing My Edge’: “It’s so unbelievably meta” appeared first on NME.

18/11/2025

Touts and re-selling tickets for profit to be made illegal by UK government

It comes after artists such as Radiohead, Sam Fender, Dua Lipa and Coldplay put pressure on the government to uphold their election pledgeThe post Touts and re-selling tickets for profit to be made illegal by UK government appeared first on NME.

18/11/2025

Scooter Braun reportedly tried to buy OnlyFans

There is debate about whether the company reached out to the music mogul, or if he sought the deal himselfThe post Scooter Braun reportedly tried to buy OnlyFans appeared first on NME.

18/11/2025

Gary Numan says “the last two days have been the hardest of my life” after death of brother – dedicating tour to his memory

"I have no idea what to do, other than to continue doing the only thing I know how to do, the thing John was always so proud of"The post Gary Numan says “the last two days have been the hardest of my life” after death of brother – dedicating tour to his memory appeared first on NME.

17/11/2025

Jack White, Post Malone to headline 2025 NFL Thanksgiving halftime shows

“It’s a real honor to be part of the Red Kettle Kickoff with The Salvation Army and the Dallas Cowboys and help bring hope to so many people," Postie said in a statementThe post Jack White, Post Malone to headline 2025 NFL Thanksgiving halftime shows appeared first on NME.

17/11/2025

Florence Road announce biggest UK tour yet for Spring 2026

The new shows will take place after the band open for The Last Dinner Party on their North American tourThe post Florence Road announce biggest UK tour yet for Spring 2026 appeared first on NME.

17/11/2025

Jae Stephens shows love to pop legends on her ‘She’s Sooo Sellout’ playlist to accompany The Cover

The rising pop triple-threat has spotlighted tracks by Beyoncé, Janet Jackson, Kylie Minogue, PinkPantheress and moreThe post Jae Stephens shows love to pop legends on her ‘She’s Sooo Sellout’ playlist to accompany The Cover appeared first on NME.

17/11/2025

Lorde announced to headline All Points East 2026 with PinkPantheress, Zara Larsson and more

Rounding out the line-up are 2hollis, Oklou, Audrey Hobert and Rose Gray, with more names set to be announcedThe post Lorde announced to headline All Points East 2026 with PinkPantheress, Zara Larsson and more appeared first on NME.

17/11/2025

Taeyeon announces new album, ‘Panorama’

The 24-track album will celebrate her decade-long solo careerThe post Taeyeon announces new album, ‘Panorama’ appeared first on NME.

17/11/2025

Dave Mustaine wants Megadeth’s last show to be in space

"I saw they sent a bunch of celebrities into space and I thought 'Well, if them, why not me?!'"The post Dave Mustaine wants Megadeth’s last show to be in space appeared first on NME.

17/11/2025

Connie Constance returns with empowering new single ‘The Offering’

The singer-songwriter wrote the track alongside London Grammar's Dan Rothman, SOHN and Theo HutchinsonThe post Connie Constance returns with empowering new single ‘The Offering’ appeared first on NME.

16/11/2025

Check out Laufey’s festive cover of ‘Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town’

It is the latest addition to the singer's ongoing 'A Very Laufey Holiday' projectThe post Check out Laufey’s festive cover of ‘Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town’ appeared first on NME.

16/11/2025

Styx’s Dennis DeYoung says artists have to be “incapacitated or dead” before they’re honoured at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

"The Hall’s initial mission statement about who qualifies was always a ruse and a joke concocted to protect their own personal choices"The post Styx’s Dennis DeYoung says artists have to be “incapacitated or dead” before they’re honoured at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame appeared first on NME.

16/11/2025

AI-generated country track ‘Walk My Walk’ tops US Billboard chart

The song, by the "artist" Breaking Rust, has garnered three million streams on Spotify in less than a monthThe post AI-generated country track ‘Walk My Walk’ tops US Billboard chart appeared first on NME.

16/11/2025

Pete Townshend on if we’ve really seen the final tour from The Who – and plans to finish music with AI

He clarified that their final farewell was "genuine" and said he was was now looking to revisit old material in his vaultThe post Pete Townshend on if we’ve really seen the final tour from The Who – and plans to finish music with AI appeared first on NME.

16/11/2025

Watch 50 Cent soundtrack Chris Eubank Jr’s ring walk at Conor Benn fight

"At this point," wrote one fan after the hotly-anticipated fight, "50 Cent is bad luck for boxers"The post Watch 50 Cent soundtrack Chris Eubank Jr’s ring walk at Conor Benn fight appeared first on NME.

16/11/2025

Watch Sam Fender’s full ‘Live At London Stadium’ concert film

It captures the Mercury Prize-winning artist playing his biggest gig to date at the 82,500-capacity venueThe post Watch Sam Fender’s full ‘Live At London Stadium’ concert film appeared first on NME.

16/11/2025

Todd Snider, influential alt-country singer-songwriter, dies aged 59

His classic 2004 album 'East Nashville Skyline' helped to define the modern Nashville soundThe post Todd Snider, influential alt-country singer-songwriter, dies aged 59 appeared first on NME.

15/11/2025

Man who rushed at Ariana Grande at ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere charged in Singapore

Australian social media prankster Johnson Wen jumped the barricade on Thursday and ambushed the singer The post Man who rushed at Ariana Grande at ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere charged in Singapore appeared first on NME.

15/11/2025

Jimmy Kimmel honours late bandleader Cleto Escobedo III with launch of two fundraisers

"Cleto was always kind and eager to help others," wrote Kimmel, who created the fundraisers "to celebrate his life and give back"The post Jimmy Kimmel honours late bandleader Cleto Escobedo III with launch of two fundraisers appeared first on NME.

15/11/2025

Limp Bizkit concert in Estonia cancelled due to Fred Durst’s past pro-Russian comments

In 2015, after Russia’s annexation of Crimea, Durst spoke about his desire to obtain a Russian passportThe post Limp Bizkit concert in Estonia cancelled due to Fred Durst’s past pro-Russian comments appeared first on NME.

15/11/2025

Half-speed reissue of Talk Talk’s classic ‘Spirit Of Eden’ announced

The 1988 record was a major departure for the band and is credited as a landmark release in post-rockThe post Half-speed reissue of Talk Talk’s classic ‘Spirit Of Eden’ announced appeared first on NME.

14/11/2025

Heavy metal nun band Dogma implode with accusations of “manipulation” and “mistreatment”

The allegations began with a joint statement from three former members, who also accused the band of "lying to fans"The post Heavy metal nun band Dogma implode with accusations of “manipulation” and “mistreatment” appeared first on NME.

14/11/2025

Listen to Charli XCX’s gothic new song ‘Chains Of Love’ from ‘Wuthering Heights’

It is the second song to be shared by her for the upcoming film, following on from ‘House’ featuring John CaleThe post Listen to Charli XCX’s gothic new song ‘Chains Of Love’ from ‘Wuthering Heights’ appeared first on NME.

14/11/2025

Mani announces intimate ‘The Stone Roses, Primal Scream And Me’ intimate UK conversation tour

"He’ll remember Fools Gold, Wembley Stadium, Ally Pally, court cases, bucket hats, Adidas, Screamadelica, and the Second Coming"The post Mani announces intimate ‘The Stone Roses, Primal Scream And Me’ intimate UK conversation tour appeared first on NME.

14/11/2025

Ellie Goulding talks tackling heartbreak with empowering single ‘Destiny’: “I don’t have any urge to be mysterious at the moment”

Check out her personal new single, as the singer-songwriter tells NME about why 'Higher Than Heaven "felt like me doing an AI album", as well as the resurgence of her older songs through TV soundtracks, plans for a classical album, and admiration for Lily AllenThe post Ellie Goulding talks tackling heartbreak with empowering single ‘Destiny’: “I don’t have any urge to be mysterious at the moment” appeared first on NME.

14/11/2025

Posthumous D’Angelo album reportedly on the way

The record has been described as "the sound of yesterday but for the future"The post Posthumous D’Angelo album reportedly on the way appeared first on NME.

14/11/2025

New study finds 97 per cent of people “can’t tell the difference” between real and AI music

Only 19 per cent of those surveyed by French streaming platform Deezer said they felt that they could trust AIThe post New study finds 97 per cent of people “can’t tell the difference” between real and AI music appeared first on NME.

14/11/2025

Lewis Capaldi releases vulnerable new single ‘The Day That I Die’

The emotional track comes from his new EP 'Survive', released today (November 14)The post Lewis Capaldi releases vulnerable new single ‘The Day That I Die’ appeared first on NME.

14/11/2025

Watch Cynthia Erivo rush to protect Ariana Grande at ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere as fan charges at singer

The fan was identified as a serial stage invader, who has had similar incidents with Katy Perry, The Weeknd and moreThe post Watch Cynthia Erivo rush to protect Ariana Grande at ‘Wicked: For Good’ premiere as fan charges at singer appeared first on NME.

14/11/2025

Watch the trailer for Taylor Swift’s ‘The End Of An Era’ docuseries

The six-episode behind-the-scenes 'Eras Tour' doc launches on Disney+ on December 12The post Watch the trailer for Taylor Swift’s ‘The End Of An Era’ docuseries appeared first on NME.

13/11/2025

Spotify Wrapped 2025: When does it launch?

Arctic Monkeys and Oasis were among the UK’s top indie bands on Spotify Wrapped last yearThe post Spotify Wrapped 2025: When does it launch? appeared first on NME.

13/11/2025

Mighty Hoopla add “gay icon” Jane McDonald to 2026 line-up

"Big band, big vocals, in fact it's gonna be bloody lovely.Come on you know you want to come"The post Mighty Hoopla add “gay icon” Jane McDonald to 2026 line-up appeared first on NME.

13/11/2025

Inmate pleads not guilty to murdering Lostprophets’ Ian Watkins in prison

Samuel Dodsworth also denied possessing a makeshift knife at the prison on the same day Watkins was killedThe post Inmate pleads not guilty to murdering Lostprophets’ Ian Watkins in prison appeared first on NME.

13/11/2025

The Rolling Stones’ pianist teases 2026 European tour

“They don’t want to hang up the rock ’n’ roll shoes yet.There’s no doubt in my mind."The post The Rolling Stones’ pianist teases 2026 European tour appeared first on NME.

13/11/2025

Watch Pulp play stripped-back ‘Tiny Desk’ concert

They broke out classic tracks like ‘This Is Hardcore’ and newer hits like ‘A Sunset’The post Watch Pulp play stripped-back ‘Tiny Desk’ concert appeared first on NME.

13/11/2025

Liam Gallagher teases more Oasis reunion shows: “I know things you don’t know”

The frontman also cast doubt on the tour being in 2026 and responded to claims that band were just in it for the moneyThe post Liam Gallagher teases more Oasis reunion shows: “I know things you don’t know” appeared first on NME.

13/11/2025

Death metal singer Ignacia Fernández wins Miss World Chile pageant with epic performance

“It was a great experience to break down barriers, and show that you don’t have to fear the prejudices of others”The post Death metal singer Ignacia Fernández wins Miss World Chile pageant with epic performance appeared first on NME.

13/11/2025

Here’s how long Megadeth’s farewell tour will last, according to Dave Mustaine

“I’m not caught up in longevity and being one of those guys who can play until he’s in his 80s"The post Here’s how long Megadeth’s farewell tour will last, according to Dave Mustaine appeared first on NME.

13/11/2025

Watch AC/DC perform ‘Jailbreak’ for the first time in 34 years

The return of the Bon Scott-era classic came at the band's first Australian show in a decadeThe post Watch AC/DC perform ‘Jailbreak’ for the first time in 34 years appeared first on NME.

13/11/2025

Robyn makes euphoric return with ‘Dopamine’: “An emotion that is super real, super strong, intense, enjoyable or painful”

Check out the Swedish pop icon's first new music in seven years – capturing the rush of the chemical sensation of falling in love and calling for more connection in the modern ageThe post Robyn makes euphoric return with ‘Dopamine’: “An emotion that is super real, super strong, intense, enjoyable or painful” appeared first on NME.

12/11/2025

Watch Manic Street Preachers reflect on Richey Edwards’ disappearance and contemplate their end in exclusive ‘Escape From History’ clip

Hear a demo of 'Small Black Flowers That Grow In The Sky' as the band discuss the making of 'Everything Must Go' ahead of a special London screeningThe post Watch Manic Street Preachers reflect on Richey Edwards’ disappearance and contemplate their end in exclusive ‘Escape From History’ clip appeared first on NME.

12/11/2025

Fans think Hilary Duff’s new single ‘Mature’ takes swipe at Leonardo DiCaprio age gap relationships

“Did not have ‘Hilary Duff dropping a Leonardo DiCaprio diss track’ on my 2025 bingo card but here we are”The post Fans think Hilary Duff’s new single ‘Mature’ takes swipe at Leonardo DiCaprio age gap relationships appeared first on NME.

12/11/2025

Five people arrested outside of Bob Vylan’s London Kentish Town Forum gig – one for “death to the IDF” chants

Advocacy group Stop The Hate gathered to protest the performance, while counter-protestors from the Palestine Coalition showed up in support of the duoThe post Five people arrested outside of Bob Vylan’s London Kentish Town Forum gig – one for “death to the IDF” chants appeared first on NME.

12/11/2025

NewJeans’ Hyein and Haerin will return to HYBE’s ADOR record label after legal battle

"The two members have made the decision to respect the court's ruling and comply with the exclusive contract"The post NewJeans’ Hyein and Haerin will return to HYBE’s ADOR record label after legal battle appeared first on NME.

12/11/2025

70 per cent of music fans would rather go to a gig than have sex

"Live music isn’t just growing, it’s shaping economies, influencing brands, and defining culture in real time" The post 70 per cent of music fans would rather go to a gig than have sex appeared first on NME.

12/11/2025

UK music breaks records in contributing billions to economy and employment – but action is needed on AI and post-Brexit touring

A new report cited huge tours by Taylor Swift and Liam Gallagher, while calling on the government to take "urgent action" against ongoing issues in the industry The post UK music breaks records in contributing billions to economy and employment – but action is needed on AI and post-Brexit touring appeared first on NME.

12/11/2025

Gene Gallagher’s Villanelle tackle hangovers on Smashing Pumpkins-inspired new single ‘Measly Means’

It is the second song to be shared from their upcoming debut EP, and “one of the first riffs” they ever wroteThe post Gene Gallagher’s Villanelle tackle hangovers on Smashing Pumpkins-inspired new single ‘Measly Means’ appeared first on NME.

12/11/2025

Refused members announce debut album as Backengrillen with menacing single ‘A Hate Inferior’

"What you’re hearing is raw, stupid, gut instinct music played by seasoned purveyors of hardcore punk, metal, free jazz, noise et cetera"The post Refused members announce debut album as Backengrillen with menacing single ‘A Hate Inferior’ appeared first on NME.

12/11/2025

Listen to Death legend Chuck Schuldiner’s newly unearthed cover of a Madonna classic

"I’m not sure how many people outside of the family and a few friends have heard this but it’s all yours"The post Listen to Death legend Chuck Schuldiner’s newly unearthed cover of a Madonna classic appeared first on NME.

12/11/2025

Sabrina Carpenter to star in upcoming ‘Alice In Wonderland’ movie

She will also produce the film, which has been described as her "passion project"The post Sabrina Carpenter to star in upcoming ‘Alice In Wonderland’ movie appeared first on NME.

12/11/2025

Johnny Marr teams up with Fender to release new limited edition Jaguar Special guitar

"The Jaguar has been an incredible asset in helping me expand my sound, no matter the genre or the occasion"The post Johnny Marr teams up with Fender to release new limited edition Jaguar Special guitar appeared first on NME.

11/11/2025

Alex James on covering Oasis and going ‘classical’: “Britpop? It’s anything I fucking say it is!”

The bassist turned cheese and wine maestro tells us about his huge 'Britpop Classical' tour, the lingering love for the '90s, and the future of BlurThe post Alex James on covering Oasis and going ‘classical’: “Britpop?It’s anything I fucking say it is!” appeared first on NME.

11/11/2025

SoundCloud now allows artists to keep 100 per cent of distribution royalties

The CEO described the move as “distribution without detours, community without barriers, and monetisation without compromise”The post SoundCloud now allows artists to keep 100 per cent of distribution royalties appeared first on NME.

11/11/2025

John Lydon compares Nigel Farage to fairground worker and calls Donald Trump “the Sex Pistols of politics”: “I met him once and did not like him”

The former Sex Pistols frontman has had a hot and cold approach to the US president over recent yearsThe post John Lydon compares Nigel Farage to fairground worker and calls Donald Trump “the Sex Pistols of politics”: “I met him once and did not like him” appeared first on NME.

11/11/2025

Deftones to headline All Points East x Outbreak 2026 with IDLES, Amyl & The Sniffers and loads more

"A line-up comprised of bona fide legends within their fields as well as leaders of the new school of experimentation"The post Deftones to headline All Points East x Outbreak 2026 with IDLES, Amyl & The Sniffers and loads more appeared first on NME.

11/11/2025

Wet Leg reveal third album is already “done”

Their Grammy-nominated second LP, 'Moisurizer', arrived this summerThe post Wet Leg reveal third album is already “done” appeared first on NME.

11/11/2025

Tim and Neil Finn’s Split Enz to reunite for first tour in 18 years

They last performed together for a benefit concert in 2009, following a brief tour in 2008The post Tim and Neil Finn’s Split Enz to reunite for first tour in 18 years appeared first on NME.

11/11/2025

Sam Fender announces ‘Live At London Stadium’ concert film with ‘People Watching’ video

The new concert film from the North Shields singer is set for global release on Saturday (November 15)The post Sam Fender announces ‘Live At London Stadium’ concert film with ‘People Watching’ video appeared first on NME.

10/11/2025

Pet Shop Boys announce run of intimate 2026 London shows playing only “obscure” songs

“We are very excited at the prospect of going deeper into our song catalogue and giving album tracks, B-sides and fan favourites a chance to be heard live”The post Pet Shop Boys announce run of intimate 2026 London shows playing only “obscure” songs appeared first on NME.

10/11/2025

‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ fans upset with “mind-boggling” Grammys snub

‘Indiana Jones And The Great Circle’ and ‘Helldivers 2’ were both nominatedThe post ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ fans upset with “mind-boggling” Grammys snub appeared first on NME.

10/11/2025

Lily Allen and Scissor Sisters to headline huge Might Hoopla 2026 line-up

Jessie J, Five, JLS, Alexandra Burke, Heather Small, Tulisa, The Wanted 2.0, Liberty X and many more are also on the billThe post Lily Allen and Scissor Sisters to headline huge Might Hoopla 2026 line-up appeared first on NME.

10/11/2025

Alemeda shares the ‘Songs That Helped Me Heal’ on exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover

The 19-song selection includes tracks from the likes of Paramore, Dominic Fike, Arctic Monkeys, RAYE and moreThe post Alemeda shares the ‘Songs That Helped Me Heal’ on exclusive playlist to accompany The Cover appeared first on NME.

10/11/2025

Foo Fighters announce huge 2026 ‘Take Cover’ European stadium tour with UK dates at Liverpool’s Anfield

Support will come from Royel Otis, Inhaler, IDLES, Otoboke Beaver, Fat Dog and Die Spitz on various dates across the trekThe post Foo Fighters announce huge 2026 ‘Take Cover’ European stadium tour with UK dates at Liverpool’s Anfield appeared first on NME.

10/11/2025

NYC underground rapper Max B released from prison after 16 years

He was originally sentenced to 75 years behind bars for charges related to a 2006 burglary gone wrongThe post NYC underground rapper Max B released from prison after 16 years appeared first on NME.

09/11/2025

Are Foo Fighters about to announce a UK stadium tour in 2026?

It comes after a potential show at Liverpool FC's Anfield Stadium was teased The post Are Foo Fighters about to announce a UK stadium tour in 2026? appeared first on NME.

09/11/2025

Cyndi Lauper honoured by Chappell Roan, Raye, Avril Lavigne, and Salt-N-Pepa during Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction

“The little kid in me still believes that rock and roll can save the world," Lauper told the crowd during her acceptance speechThe post Cyndi Lauper honoured by Chappell Roan, Raye, Avril Lavigne, and Salt-N-Pepa during Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction appeared first on NME.

09/11/2025

Jack White honours “sister” Meg as Olivia Rodrigo, Feist and Twenty One Pilots cover The White Stripes at Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction

"She’s very grateful to all the folks who supported her through all the years," he said of his former bandmate, who wasn't in attendance at the ceremonyThe post Jack White honours “sister” Meg as Olivia Rodrigo, Feist and Twenty One Pilots cover The White Stripes at Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction appeared first on NME.

09/11/2025

Leon Bridges and Norah Jones share new festive single ‘This Christmas I’m Coming Home’

It comes ahead of 'A Merry Black Christmas', another Christmas single from Bridges, due next weekThe post Leon Bridges and Norah Jones share new festive single ‘This Christmas I’m Coming Home’ appeared first on NME.

09/11/2025

Twisted Sister announce plans for first UK show in a decade in 2026

They will headline the Steelhouse Festival in Wales alongside Reef and Alien Ant FarmThe post Twisted Sister announce plans for first UK show in a decade in 2026 appeared first on NME.

08/11/2025

Yungblud soundtracks new ‘Trans Is Human’ exhibition at London’s Outernet

The singer said he was "buzzing to play even a small part in telling these powerful stories"The post Yungblud soundtracks new ‘Trans Is Human’ exhibition at London’s Outernet appeared first on NME.

08/11/2025

Hayley Williams “leaks” 2026 solo tour dates and teases more are coming

The dates, in support of her now Grammy-nominated solo album, 'Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party', will see her hit North America, the UK and Europe next yearThe post Hayley Williams “leaks” 2026 solo tour dates and teases more are coming appeared first on NME.

08/11/2025

Watch Radiohead play ‘Just’ for the first time in 16 years

The third show of their comeback tour saw them draw heavily from ‘OK Computer’ and ‘Hail To The Thief’The post Watch Radiohead play ‘Just’ for the first time in 16 years appeared first on NME.

08/11/2025

Screamo project ‘Taylor Swift’ by Ogbert The Nerd’s Madison James returns to Bandcamp

The band first secured the Bandcamp domain for the pop megastar last year and now they have it back againThe post Screamo project ‘Taylor Swift’ by Ogbert The Nerd’s Madison James returns to Bandcamp appeared first on NME.

07/11/2025

Grammys 2026: Check out the full list of nominations

Kendrick Lamar leads the way with nine nominations, ahead of Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny and Sabrina CarpenterThe post Grammys 2026: Check out the full list of nominations appeared first on NME.

07/11/2025

Daft Punk’s Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo co-wrote a song on Rosalía’s ‘LUX’

Other co-writers on the epic new record include Caroline Shaw, David Rodriguez, Dylan Wiggins, Noah Goldstein and Ryan TedderThe post Daft Punk’s Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo co-wrote a song on Rosalía’s ‘LUX’ appeared first on NME.

07/11/2025

Creator of controversial Billboard-charting AI artist Xania Monet speaks out: “I look at her as a real person”

"Any time something new comes about and it challenges the norm and challenges what we’re used to, you’re going to get strong reactions behind it"The post Creator of controversial Billboard-charting AI artist Xania Monet speaks out: “I look at her as a real person” appeared first on NME.

07/11/2025

Rag’n’Bone Man fulfils his “dream” on new Danger Mouse collab ‘Time To Love’

“Having the opportunity to work with him has allowed me to explore a different side of my sound,” the singer saidThe post Rag’n’Bone Man fulfils his “dream” on new Danger Mouse collab ‘Time To Love’ appeared first on NME.

07/11/2025

Iron Maiden team up with West Ham United for new double anniversary football shirt

The shirt commemorates 50 years since the Hammers’ 1975 FA Cup win, as well as the formation of the iconic bandThe post Iron Maiden team up with West Ham United for new double anniversary football shirt appeared first on NME.

07/11/2025

Pulp’s Jarvis Cocker teases “we might write some more songs”

“I had been looking forward to retirement, but it looks like I've had to delay that a bit,” joked drummer Nick BanksThe post Pulp’s Jarvis Cocker teases “we might write some more songs” appeared first on NME.

07/11/2025

Maroon 5 announced for BST Hyde Park 2026 with OneRepublic

They join Pitbull, Lewis Capaldi and Garth Brooks as next year's headlinersThe post Maroon 5 announced for BST Hyde Park 2026 with OneRepublic appeared first on NME.

07/11/2025

Watch Kanye West apologise to rabbi and “take accountability” for past anti-Semitic remarks

“A person is not defined by his mistakes, but by the way he chooses to correct them,” said rabbi Yoshiyahu Yosef PintoThe post Watch Kanye West apologise to rabbi and “take accountability” for past anti-Semitic remarks appeared first on NME.

07/11/2025

Tim Burgess unveils vintage souvenir ticket generator ahead of 2026 London Merch Market

"We asked the question: 'Would it be possible to recreate any ticket from any show ever, even ones that haven’t happened yet?'"The post Tim Burgess unveils vintage souvenir ticket generator ahead of 2026 London Merch Market appeared first on NME.

07/11/2025

Journey announce first leg of extensive 2026-2027 farewell tour

“This tour is our heartfelt thank you to the fans who’ve been with us every step of the way”The post Journey announce first leg of extensive 2026-2027 farewell tour appeared first on NME.

07/11/2025

Spotify respond to “payola” lawsuit over ‘Discovery Mode’

The streamer has said the suit is "riddled with misunderstandings and inaccuracies"The post Spotify respond to “payola” lawsuit over ‘Discovery Mode’ appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Manic Street Preachers’ ‘Everything Must Go’ doc ‘Escape From History’ for London screening and Q&A

The film tells the story of the making of the 1996 album, recorded in the aftermath of the disappearance of Richey EdwardsThe post Manic Street Preachers’ ‘Everything Must Go’ doc ‘Escape From History’ for London screening and Q&A appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Disturbed’s David Draiman explains hiatus: “Taking a break because we’re TIRED, PERIOD”

This comes after Draiman recently hit out at Pro-Palestine protestors outside their Glasgow showThe post Disturbed’s David Draiman explains hiatus: “Taking a break because we’re TIRED, PERIOD” appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

The Style Council to share unreleased tracks on new special edition of ‘Café Bleu’

Early demos, alternate takes, and a huge collection of live recordings will also be available on the special editionThe post The Style Council to share unreleased tracks on new special edition of ‘Café Bleu’ appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Death Grips confirm work on long-awaited new album

The band's last full-length album was 2018's 'The Year of the Snitch'The post Death Grips confirm work on long-awaited new album appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Here’s what Babyshambles played at their first show in 11 years

It included the first performance of ‘My Darling Clementine’ since 2005 and ‘Merry Go Round’ since 2006The post Here’s what Babyshambles played at their first show in 11 years appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Watch Robbie Williams travel back in time to perform on ‘The Word’ for new ‘Pretty Face’ video

“This is my “DeLorean Moment” back to 1995... 'The Word' was the late-night gateway to so many - Nirvana, Oasis, Happy Mondays”The post Watch Robbie Williams travel back in time to perform on ‘The Word’ for new ‘Pretty Face’ video appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Charli XCX says she is “exploring a lot of stuff with strings” for her next album

"Whatever I do next will just inherently be different to 'Brat' because that’s what feels natural"The post Charli XCX says she is “exploring a lot of stuff with strings” for her next album appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Radiohead European comeback tour 2025: see every setlist so far

The band will take a "busking approach", picking from "about 70 songs" of their extensive catalogue for their first shows in over seven yearsThe post Radiohead European comeback tour 2025: see every setlist so far appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Radiohead European comeback tour 2025: see every setlist so far

The band will take a "busking approach" – picking from "about 70 songs" of their extensive catalogue for their first shows in over seven yearsThe post Radiohead European comeback tour 2025: see every setlist so far appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

BTS’ Jungkook and Jimin announce ‘Are You Sure?!’ season two

The eight-part travel series will stream on Disney+ this December The post BTS’ Jungkook and Jimin announce ‘Are You Sure?!’ season two appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Ariana Grande suggests split from manager Scooter Braun has “healed” her relationship with music

“Until quite recently, it was really hard for me to navigate and I think it stripped a lot of joy out of this for me”The post Ariana Grande suggests split from manager Scooter Braun has “healed” her relationship with music appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

‘KPop Demon Hunters 2’ confirmed – here’s when it’ll come out

The animation swiftly became Netflix's most-watched film ever just days after its release in AugustThe post ‘KPop Demon Hunters 2’ confirmed – here’s when it’ll come out appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Morrissey has quietly cancelled this month’s South American tour

It comes shortly after he cancelled two shows in Mexico over "extreme exhaustion"The post Morrissey has quietly cancelled this month’s South American tour appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Radiohead lean into ‘In Rainbows’ and ‘The Bends’ as comeback tour rolls on in Madrid

Highlights included the band performing 'Jigsaw Falling Into Place' and 'Nice Dream' for the first time since 2009The post Radiohead lean into ‘In Rainbows’ and ‘The Bends’ as comeback tour rolls on in Madrid appeared first on NME.

06/11/2025

Bob Dylan receives honorary doctorate from Berklee College Of Music: “What a pleasant surprise”

The institute has recognised the artist's "extraordinary influence on modern music", and is hosting a tribute concert to celebrateThe post Bob Dylan receives honorary doctorate from Berklee College Of Music: “What a pleasant surprise” appeared first on NME.

05/11/2025

Here’s what Radiohead played as they kicked off their 2025 European comeback tour

Highlights included opening with 'Let Down' after its viral success and 'Sit Down.Stand Up' for the first time in 21 years – see the full setlist, footage and more hereThe post Here’s what Radiohead played as they kicked off their 2025 European comeback tour appeared first on NME.

04/11/2025

Spotify increases UK premium subscription prices

It is the third price hike in as many years from the streaming giantThe post Spotify increases UK premium subscription prices appeared first on NME.

24/10/2025

Cruz Beckham launches music career with trippy debut singles ‘Optics’ and ‘Lick The Toad’

“Take a thousand selfies in your bed, while I trip in mine – I love me some mushrooms and good head and the erotic 69”The post Cruz Beckham launches music career with trippy debut singles ‘Optics’ and ‘Lick The Toad’ appeared first on NME.

24/10/2025

Watch Tony Iommi give surprise performance at ‘Black Sabbath Ballet’ in London

"The true Father of Heavy Metal making that beautiful axe sing like a bird tonight", Queen's Brian May said of Iommi's performance The post Watch Tony Iommi give surprise performance at ‘Black Sabbath Ballet’ in London appeared first on NME.

24/10/2025

Celeste says her record label “have shown very little support towards the album that I have made”

“It is no coincidence that over so many years too many artists endure long slow painful lives in a depressive state, this will not be me”The post Celeste says her record label “have shown very little support towards the album that I have made” appeared first on NME.

24/10/2025

Dave Ball completed work on Soft Cell’s final album ‘Danceteria’ just days before his death

"He was focused and so happy with the new album that we literally completed only a few days ago," bandmate Marc Almond wrote in a statement The post Dave Ball completed work on Soft Cell’s final album ‘Danceteria’ just days before his death appeared first on NME.

24/10/2025

The Enemy announce ‘Social Disguises’ – their first new album in 10 years

The Coventry band will share the first taster from the record, 'Not Going Your Way' next Friday (October 31)The post The Enemy announce ‘Social Disguises’ – their first new album in 10 years appeared first on NME.

24/10/2025

Ghetts charged after fatal hit-and-run

He is due to appear at Barkingside Magistrates' Court in London on Monday (October 27)The post Ghetts charged after fatal hit-and-run appeared first on NME.

24/10/2025

Sports Team share wistful single ‘Medium Machine’ and announce deluxe edition of ‘Boys These Days’

"I don’t think we really had it in us for a full album of electroclash, but this is the vestigial appendix of that"The post Sports Team share wistful single ‘Medium Machine’ and announce deluxe edition of ‘Boys These Days’ appeared first on NME.

23/10/2025

Soft Cell and The Grid electronic pioneer David Ball has died, aged 66: “A wonderfully brilliant musical genius”

"He was focused and so happy with the new album that we literally completed only a few days ago," wrote frontman Marc AlmondThe post Soft Cell and The Grid electronic pioneer David Ball has died, aged 66: “A wonderfully brilliant musical genius” appeared first on NME.

23/10/2025

Grimes reveals “innovative” new face tattoo – says “literally no one noticed”

She said that even though she “spent like 10 years emotionally working up to” it, not even her parents noticedThe post Grimes reveals “innovative” new face tattoo – says “literally no one noticed” appeared first on NME.

23/10/2025

Standon Calling is no more as festival goes into liquidation

"With huge regret, additional investment has not been secured and we are left with no other option"The post Standon Calling is no more as festival goes into liquidation appeared first on NME.

23/10/2025

Guns N’ Roses issue statement on Axl Rose’s recent on-stage meltdown in Buenos Aires and new drummer Isaac Carpenter

The band clarified Rose’s frustration “had nothing to do with Isaac Carpenter’s playing" The post Guns N’ Roses issue statement on Axl Rose’s recent on-stage meltdown in Buenos Aires and new drummer Isaac Carpenter appeared first on NME.

23/10/2025

Lorde hints at new music: “I’m definitely feeling very active”

"It's not going to be four years [again]," the pop star said, while also discussing how her slot at Glastonbury 2025 informed the 'Ultrasound' tour The post Lorde hints at new music: “I’m definitely feeling very active” appeared first on NME.

23/10/2025

Death of KISS’ Ace Frehley under investigation

The guitarist died last week, and had previously cancelled all tour dates after suffering a fallThe post Death of KISS’ Ace Frehley under investigation appeared first on NME.

23/10/2025

Laufey announces ‘Mei Mei The Bunny’, a children’s book inspired by her mascot

"I hope that anyone at any age can find something in Mei Mei’s story that inspires them and connects them to the people in their lives”The post Laufey announces ‘Mei Mei The Bunny’, a children’s book inspired by her mascot appeared first on NME.

21/10/2025

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs to appeal conviction and four year prison sentence

He was convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution earlier this monthThe post Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs to appeal conviction and four year prison sentence appeared first on NME.

21/10/2025

Listen to Cardinals’ menacing new single ‘The Burning Of Cork’

The song is taken from the Cork five-piece’s debut album ‘Masquerade’, which is due to drop in February 2026 The post Listen to Cardinals’ menacing new single ‘The Burning Of Cork’ appeared first on NME.

21/10/2025

Rosalía announces new album ‘LUX’

The Catalan singer will release the follow-up to 2022's 'Motomami' next monthThe post Rosalía announces new album ‘LUX’ appeared first on NME.

21/10/2025

Biggest rock albums of the 21st Century revealed

The top 10 includes classic albums from Green Day, Linkin Park, Muse and moreThe post Biggest rock albums of the 21st Century revealed appeared first on NME.

20/10/2025

James Bond fans are convinced Lana Del Rey is behind theme for ‘007: First Light’ game

She previously wrote a song for ‘Spectre’ but it was turned downThe post James Bond fans are convinced Lana Del Rey is behind theme for ‘007: First Light’ game appeared first on NME.

20/10/2025

XO share fierce new single ‘Real Friends’, co-written by Charli XCX

The band's second single is described as a “swaggering and empowered electro-pop anthem"The post XO share fierce new single ‘Real Friends’, co-written by Charli XCX appeared first on NME.

20/10/2025

Lily Allen announces “vulnerable” new album ‘West End Girl’

“It’s an album about the complexities of relationships and how we all navigate them”The post Lily Allen announces “vulnerable” new album ‘West End Girl’ appeared first on NME.

20/10/2025

Say Now soundtrack the ‘Ultimate Crash Out’ on new playlist to accompany The Cover

The breakout UK girl group have handpicked tracks by Doechii, Little Mix, RAYE, Rihanna and moreThe post Say Now soundtrack the ‘Ultimate Crash Out’ on new playlist to accompany The Cover appeared first on NME.

20/10/2025

Brandy says “dehydration” caused her to leave concert with Monica abruptly

The duo are currently on their co-headline 'The Boy Is Mine Tour' after reuniting on an Ariana Grande remix last yearThe post Brandy says “dehydration” caused her to leave concert with Monica abruptly appeared first on NME.

20/10/2025

David Gilmour says there is “no possible way” he would work with Roger Waters again

He has previously criticised his former Pink Floyd bandmate of supporting "genocidal and autocratic dictators like Putin"The post David Gilmour says there is “no possible way” he would work with Roger Waters again appeared first on NME.

19/10/2025

Lorde brings out Charli XCX for a performance of ‘Girl, so confusing’ in Los Angeles

"Lorde and Charli sharing a stage feels like an apology letter from the universe for everything pop’s been missing lately," wrote one fanThe post Lorde brings out Charli XCX for a performance of ‘Girl, so confusing’ in Los Angeles appeared first on NME.

19/10/2025

Kelly Osbourne thanks fans in Birmingham after accepting award on behalf of Ozzy Osbourne

"I know that my dad was shining down on us from heaven with pride," she wrote, saying that "being a Brummy meant more to him than anything"The post Kelly Osbourne thanks fans in Birmingham after accepting award on behalf of Ozzy Osbourne appeared first on NME.

19/10/2025

Watch Sabrina Carpenter perform ‘Manchild’ and ‘Nobody’s Son’ on ‘SNL’

The latter song has reportedly caused controversy after she sung the words “fucked up” twice, uncensoredThe post Watch Sabrina Carpenter perform ‘Manchild’ and ‘Nobody’s Son’ on ‘SNL’ appeared first on NME.

19/10/2025

Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers dies aged 48

His bandmates have described him as not "just our bass player" but "the soul in the sound"The post Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers dies aged 48 appeared first on NME.

19/10/2025

Watch Jeff Goldblum join Charlie Puth for cover of Cyndi Lauper’s ‘Time After Time’

“I love to give a new up-and-coming singer a chance,” Puth said as he introduced the actorThe post Watch Jeff Goldblum join Charlie Puth for cover of Cyndi Lauper’s ‘Time After Time’ appeared first on NME.

18/10/2025

Neil Young announces 50th anniversary reissue for ‘Tonight’s The Night’

It will include unreleased alternate versions of songs from the era and a collaboration with Joni MitchellThe post Neil Young announces 50th anniversary reissue for ‘Tonight’s The Night’ appeared first on NME.

18/10/2025

Olivia Dean, Brandi Carlile and Sombr announced as ‘SNL’ musical guests

Actors Miles Teller and Glen Powell and comedian Nikki Glaser will be on hosting dutiesThe post Olivia Dean, Brandi Carlile and Sombr announced as ‘SNL’ musical guests appeared first on NME.

18/10/2025

Slipknot sue ‘slipknot.com’ cyber-squatter to reclaim site after 24 years

They claim an anonymous individual has been using the domain to sell counterfeit merchandiseThe post Slipknot sue ‘slipknot.com’ cyber-squatter to reclaim site after 24 years appeared first on NME.

18/10/2025

Lily Allen set to make comeback with first new album in seven years

She's said the record was informed by feelings of "confusion, sorrow, and grief" amid the breakdown of her marriageThe post Lily Allen set to make comeback with first new album in seven years appeared first on NME.

18/10/2025

Watch Dua Lipa cover Death Cab for Cutie’s ‘I Will Follow You Into The Dark’ with “indie legend” Ben Gibbard

"I love this song for so many reasons.I feel like it just really defines what love is in such a pure form of wanting to follow somebody until the very end"The post Watch Dua Lipa cover Death Cab for Cutie’s ‘I Will Follow You Into The Dark’ with “indie legend” Ben Gibbard appeared first on NME.

18/10/2025

SZA says Reneé Rapp is a “huge inspiration” after she covers ‘Good Days’

Rapp previously told NME she drew from SZA's "lyricism" and sound when writing her own musicThe post SZA says Reneé Rapp is a “huge inspiration” after she covers ‘Good Days’ appeared first on NME.

18/10/2025

Kevin Federline is now claiming Britney Spears abused cocaine while breastfeeding

He has made the allegations in his new memoir, with Britney claiming he is trying to "profit off my pain"The post Kevin Federline is now claiming Britney Spears abused cocaine while breastfeeding appeared first on NME.

17/10/2025

CMAT says rescheduled ‘Euro-Country’ tour will feature “the best music of all time played by the best-looking people of all time”

The artist was forced to postpone the UK and Ireland run until November after suffering a tooth infectionThe post CMAT says rescheduled ‘Euro-Country’ tour will feature “the best music of all time played by the best-looking people of all time” appeared first on NME.

17/10/2025

English Teacher talk “concrete validation” of Mercury Prize win, tease new music: “We want what we’re writing next to be better”

English Teacher have told NME about the “concrete validation” they received with their Mercury Prize win and have teased their new music will be “better”.READ MORE: English Teacher – ‘This Could Be Texas’ review: a band who dare to dream The Leeds band won last year’s prize with their debut album ‘This Could Be […]The post English Teacher talk “concrete validation” of Mercury Prize win, tease new music: “We want what we’re writing next to be better” appeared first on NME.

17/10/2025

Pulp “not itching” to make another new album – despite Mercury Prize nomination for ‘More’

The Sheffield band were nominated for their comeback album, after having won the prize in 1996 for 'Different Class' The post Pulp “not itching” to make another new album – despite Mercury Prize nomination for ‘More’ appeared first on NME.

17/10/2025

Wolf Alice on being the first act to be nominated for the Mercury Prize four times: “We’re very grateful”

The band have been shortlisted for each of their records so far and won the prize in 2018 for their second album ‘Visions Of A Life’ The post Wolf Alice on being the first act to be nominated for the Mercury Prize four times: “We’re very grateful” appeared first on NME.

17/10/2025