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Young Fathers have announced that they have scored 28 Years Later. Read More: Everything we know about 28 Years Later and its proposed sequels The post-apocalyptic horror film, written and directed by Danny Boyle, is due for release in cinemas on June 20. Following on from 28 Days Later (2002) and 28 Weeks Later (2007), the forthcoming sequel stars Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Ralph Fiennes. Taking to social media this […]

The original Bloc Party bassist Gordon Moakes and drummer Matt Tong reunited at last night’s Ivor Novello awards (May 22). READ MORE: THE NONE talk tackling “growing up skint” on new single ‘At Hope’ and life after Bloc Party Moakes, who announced his departure from Bloc Party in 2015, and Tong, who left in 2013, were honoured with the Outstanding Song Collection gong at the Ivors 2025, alongside former bandmates Kele Okereke […]

Saint Etienne have announced details of their 13th and final album ‘International’, with the high-octane single ‘Glad’. Check it out below. READ MORE: Does Rock ‘N’ Roll Kill Braincells?! – Saint Etienne Co-produced with Tim Powell (formerly of Xenomania), the record will be released via Heavenly Recordings on September 5 (pre-order/pre-save here). The uplifting, pop-imbued ‘Glad’, which was co-written and produced with Tom Rowlands of The Chemical Brothers, was released today […]

Bloc Party have revealed that they’re working with the legendary Trevor Horn on a new album of “disco heartbreak”, as well as speaking to NME about finally being “at peace” with their seminal debut ‘Silent Alarm’. Watch our video interview with the band above. The UK indie icons were in London to accept the Outstanding Song Collection Award at the Ivors 2025, where the likes of U2, Brandon Flowers, Robbie […]

Robbie Williams has spoken to NME about working with Black Sabbath‘s Tony Iommi, his new album ‘BRITPOP’, his bromance with Soft Play, and the chances of making an appearance at Glastonbury. Watch our video interview with Williams above. Fresh from announcing his new record ‘BRITPOP’ with the huge single ‘Rocket’ featuring metal legend Iommi, Williams was in London yesterday (Thursday May 22) where he received the Icon Award at the […]

Wide Awake festival have announced a last-minute reduced ticket scheme ahead of the festival kicking off in Brockwell Park today (May 23). READ MORE: Kneecap on the cover – giving peace, protest and partying a chance The lead-up to this year’s edition of the festival has been bumpy, after local resident Rebekah Shaman, a member of the Protect Brockwell Park group, took legal action against Lambeth Council, arguing that organisers Brockwell […]

Biffy Clyro debuted two new songs during a secret, intimate show in Glasgow this week. Watch fan-shot footage and find the setlist below. The Scottish trio made their live return with a special homecoming gig at the city’s SWG3 Warehouse on Wednesday (May 21), marking their first performance together since last October. READ MORE: Biffy Clyro: “We’re doing our version of ‘American Idiot’ – it’s called ‘Scottish knob!’ Simon Neil and […]

Kneecap‘s Mo Chara appeared at the band’s surprise intimate show at London’s 100 Club last night (May 22) with tape over his mouth after being charged with a terror offence. READ MORE: Kneecap on the cover – giving peace, protest and partying a chance The Belfast hip-hop trio took to the stage at the 350-capacity 100 Club on Oxford Street last night, after announcing the gig earlier in the day. It […]

Tom Odell has announced his seventh album ‘A Wonderful Life’, and shared details of a 2025 UK and European tour. Find all the details below. READ MORE: Tom Odell – ‘Monsters’ album review: a clumsy curveball The singer-songwriter is due to release the 10-track record on September 5, following on from last year’s ‘Black Friday’. Pre-order/pre-save here. Having already previewed the project with opener ‘Don’t Let Me Go’, Odell has today […]

The Fratellis have announced a UK tour to mark the 20th anniversary of their debut album, ‘Costello Music’. Find all the details below. READ MORE: Does Rock ‘N’ Roll Kill Braincells?! – The Fratellis Released in 2006, the Scottish indie band’s first record features the UK top five single ‘Chelsea Dagger’ and the top 10 hit ‘Whistle For The Choir’. The LP peaked at Number Two, and earned an 8/10 review […]