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David Byrne has announced his brand new album ‘This Is The Sky’ featuring Hayley Williams, St. Vincent, and more – listen to the first single ‘Everybody Laughs’ below. READ MORE: David Byrne: “I have a little bit of hope. Not every day, but some days” The Talking Heads frontman will release his latest solo album on September 5 via Matador Records. It will be his first new solo music since […]

BTS members RM and V have been discharged from the South Korean military after completing their mandatory service. The pair began their military enlistment process in late 2023, along with their bandmates Jimin and Jungkook. In a statement at the time, Big Hit Music wrote: “The artists are preparing to fulfil their military service duties. We will inform you of further updates in due course.” RM and V later bid […]

Doechii has spoken out against the Trump immigration raids in Los Angeles at the 2025 BET Awards. READ MORE: Doechii – ‘Alligator Bites Never Heal’ review: a candid sonic diary of struggle and resilience The Swamp Princess accepted the award for Best Female Hip Hop Artist at the Peacock Theatre last night (June 9) – you can see a full list of winners here. During her speech, Doechii said that […]

Katy Perry‘s show in Sydney was interrupted by a fan who stormed the stage. READ MORE: Katy Perry: every single ranked in order of greatness The pop star recently performed a huge show at the Qudos Bank Arena, where Perry is in the midst of her ‘Lifetimes’ 2025 world tour. Whilst performing her 2008 smash hit ‘Hot N Cold’, however, Perry was ambushed on stage by a fan, who proceeded […]

Damon Albarn recently joined the London Arab Orchestra to perform Blur‘s ‘Out Of Time’ at the Barbican. Watch the footage below. The show took place last Saturday (June 7), with the performance showcasing “the diversity of Arabic musical heritage”. Conducted by Basel Saleh, the event had previously promised a “special guest”. Now, footage has emerged of Albarn introducing a special live rendition of Blur’s 2003 single ‘Out Of Time’ – which appeared […]

Questlove, Chaka Khan, Clairo and more have lead tributes to the late Sly Stone of Sly and the Family Stone. The funk pioneer died yesterday (June 9) aged 82 following “a prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues”. His family added that Stone “passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his closest friend, and his extended family.” Now, tributes from artists have poured in to honour Stone’s […]

Sharon Osbourne has axed a band from Black Sabbath‘s final gig lineup, claiming their manager was “making up bullshit lies”. READ MORE: Sharon Osbourne and Tony Iommi tell us about Black Sabbath’s finale: “Usually this thing is done when you’re dead” The legendary metal band will soon be reuniting for the first time in two decades – and for their last ever performance. For their huge ‘Back to the Beginning’ show on […]

Kendrick Lamar, Doechii, SZA and more have won big at the BET Awards 2025 – see the full list of winners and nominees below. READ MORE: Kendrick Lamar – ‘GNX’ review: turning hatred into a teachable moment The BET Awards took place late Monday night (June 9) at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, California, celebrating its 25th anniversary. Kendrick Lamar entered the night leading the pack with 10 nominations […]

A biopic based on Snoop Dogg‘s life and career is picking up steam at Universal Pictures – find out more below. READ MORE: Snoop Dogg – ‘Missionary’ review: an underwhelming sequel to a hip-hop classic A Snoop-focused biopic was first announced in 2022, with Black Panther co-writer Joe Robert Cole penning the script. At the time, Allen Hughes (Menace II Society, The Defiant Ones) was attached to direct. Little news […]

Jonathan Mayers, co-founder of events company Superfly Entertainment and co-creator of festivals such as Bonnaroo and Outside Lands has died. His death was first reported by Billboard – a cause of death has yet to be announced, and the late executive’s age is publicly unknown. Mayers’ death comes just days ahead of Bonnaroo 2025 in Manchester, Tennessee between June 12 and 15. The festival will feature headliners Tyler, The Creator, Olivia […]