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David Bowie told Cameron Crowe famous interview was “insane ramblings of young man addicted to amphetamines”

Cameron Crowe has recalled David Bowie revisiting a past interview with him decades later, revealing the late star admitted they were the “insane ramblings of a young man addicted to amphetamines”. The Oscar-winning filmmaker began his career as a journalist, with his experiences documented in 2000 film Almost Famous. Among the artists he covered back then were Bowie, the writer spending 18 months on the road with the singer, and […]

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Wu-Tang Clan announce ‘The Final Chamber’ 2026 tour of UK, Europe, Australia and UAE

Wu-Tang Clan have announced details of ‘The Final Chamber’ 2026 tour, with dates in the UK, Europe, Australia and UAE. The new announcement comes on the heels of the iconic hip-hop group heading out for a North American tour earlier this year, breaking out a variety of their biggest hits, along with deep cuts and songs that have never been played live before. Now, they will be bring ‘The Final […]

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

Lana Del Rey fans are convinced the singer has written the theme song for upcoming James Bond video game 007: First Light. READ MORE: Creating the “raucous punk” soundtrack of ‘Borderlands 4’ 007: First Light was announced earlier this year with the new James Bond game created by IO Interactive, the team behind Hitman.  Last month, it was confirmed Dexter: Original Sin’s Patrick Gibson would be taking on the role […]

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Paul Weller, The National’s Matt Berninger, Bastille to play Royal Albert Hall for Streets of London’s ‘Starry Night’ charity gig for homeless

Paul Weller, The National’s Matt Berninger, Bastille and more will play the Royal Albert Hall for ‘Starry Night’ fundraiser in aid of homelessness this year – check out all the information below. READ MORE: Matt Berninger: All that’s left when you’re gone are your ideas The charity ‘Starry Night’ fundraiser will take place on December 10 at the iconic venue with the aim of raising money for “life-changing support for people […]

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Liam Payne’s girlfriend recalls “heartfelt” final moments with singer, defends plans for first anniversary of his death

Liam Payne’s girlfriend Kate Cassidy has shared her final moments with the late singer, and defended her plans to travel on the first anniversary of his death. READ MORE: Liam Payne 1993-2024: One Direction star who helped spark a pop phenomenon The soloist and former One Direction member died on October 16 last year after he fell from a third-floor balcony at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires. The […]

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Rilo Kiley announce first UK show in 19 years

Rilo Kiley have announced their first UK show in 19 years – check out all the information below. READ MORE: Jenny Lewis on touring with Harry Styles, a new album and Rilo Kiley reunion rumours: “I’ve got a lot on my plate!” The band, made up of Jenny Lewis, Blake Sennett, Jason Boesel, and Pierre “Duke” de Reeder – are set to return to the UK stage for the first […]

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Pixies announce huge UK outdoor gig at On The Mount at Wasing

Pixies have announced details of a huge UK outdoor gig, taking place at On The Mount at Wasing in 2026. READ MORE: Pixies tell us about tackling zombies on their new album – and reunion advice for Oasis Announced for the 2026 line-up today (October 20), Pixies are the first headliners to be confirmed for the forthcoming instalment of the UK concert series. Held at the Wasing Estate near Reading, […]

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Charli XCX says her relationship with label Atlantic used to be “turbulent” but is “in a good place” now

Charli XCX has said that her relationship with her record label, Atlantic, has been “turbulent” but is in a “good place” now. READ MORE: Charli XCX – ‘Brat’ review: pop pioneer fully embraces the dancefloor Speaking in a new interview with Vanity Fair, she evaluated her relationship with the label she originally signed with when she was 16 years old. “It used to be quite a turbulent relationship, and now it’s just really not,” […]

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

NME’s latest stars of The Cover, Say Now, have curated an exclusive playlist to accompany the story’s launch – check it out below. READ MORE: Say Now are bringing back the chaotic energy of iconic UK girl groups The breakout UK girl group are on this week’s (October 20) edition of The Cover, a manifestation of NME’s commitment to supporting emerging talent across the globe. Every week, a rising artist […]

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

XO have recently (October 17) shared a fierce new single called ‘Real Friends’ that is co-written by Charli XCX – listen to it below. READ MORE: A ‘Brat Summer’ timeline: how Charli XCX kept fans gagged in 2024 Their latest single, which is described in a statement as a “swaggering and empowered electro-pop anthem that champions those who will always be on your side”, is the follow up to their […]

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