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Belle & SebastianAlbert Hall, Manchester11th and 12th April 2026The indie icons celebrate the thirtieth anniversaries of Tigermilk and If You’re Feeling Sinister with two shows in ManchesterJust before Belle & Sebastian take the stage in Manchester for the first of two nights at the Albert Hall, there’s a visit from a ghost of the band’s past. Stuart David, founder and former bassist, narrates a short film on the making of their debut album, Tigermilk, and delivers a verdict on the early recording sessions far more damning than you might expect from somebody so softly spoken; hey were, he says, “genuinely…

Seven years since they last played there, Wacken Open Air have announced Sabaton as the closing headliners for this year’s 35th anniversary edition. The war-mad Swedish metallers join an already stacked bill alongside Def Leppard, Judas Priest, Lamb Of God, In Flames, Emperor, Deafheaven, Employed To Serve and many, many more. “It’s with massive excitement and deep respect that we’re returning to the hallowed grounds of Wacken Open Air in Germany, where we last unleashed our legendary two-stage show in 2019 – an absolutely crazy night!” say the band. “Seven years later, we are back and we can’t wait to…

Today Lisbon trioMAQUINA.announce details of their forthcoming new album‘BODY TRANSMISSION’, set for release onJuly 10th via Fuzz Club. Along with the news they sharetwo singlesand the first batch of extensive touring plans for this year, includingUK dates next month. MAQUINA.embody all the sweaty togetherness and euphoria a collective music experience has to offer. The buzzy Lisbon trio have been getting punks to dance and club kids to pogo –“making the bubbles connect a little bit”– with such fervour they routinely pack out venues and inspire multiple waves of crowdsurfing at any given live show, with over 250 gigs and numerous…

Pope Leo XIV responded forcefully to criticism from Donald Trump on Monday, saying he has “no fear” of the administration and will continue speaking out on global conflicts based on his religious mission. Speaking to reporters while traveling to Algeria as part of a multi-country African visit, the Chicago-born pontiff emphasized that his role is not political but rooted in faith. “I have no fear of the Trump administration, nor speaking out loudly about the message of the Gospel,” he said, adding that his duty is to promote peace and reconciliation. He stressed that his comments are not personal attacks,…

“Does humour belong in music?” a TV reporter once asked Frank Zappa. The musician was sufficiently bemused to use the apocryphal question for an album title. Chances are Stephen Bruner would also answer in the affirmative even if Apostrophe wasn’t one of his favourite records. Bruner’s fifth album released under the name of Thundercat, Distracted is chockablock with deft one-liners, surreal non-sequiturs, wry observations and goofball pop-culture references. In musical terms, he takes just as much delight in stylistic shifts, with Bruner and his trusty bass affably slip-sliding between genres however he sees fit. All the ideas and quips can…

Kiss founders Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley have begun talking up the forthcoming Kiss avatar show, which is set to launch in Las Vegas in 2028.The production, co-created by KISS and Pophouse Entertainment, the Swedish music investment firm co-founded by ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus, was teased at Kiss’ final show at New York’s Madison Square Garden, and will be hosted in a bespoke theatre in ‘Sin City’, with avatars created by the George Lucas-founded visual effects company, Industrial Light & Magic.Simmons, Stanely and long-time Kiss manager Doc McGhee discuss the as-yet-untitled show In a cover story for the May 2026 issue…

Right now, Sprints’ concerns are mostly more earthly. Irish music might be having a massive moment, but they’re contemplating a move to London – Jack and Sam are already there, while Karla and Zac may follow soon. “There’s a lot of opportunity there,” says Karla. “We want to grow as artists, we want to get more connected and work with other people – and that will be easier when there isn’t an ocean between you. Plus, we’re spending fucking thousands on Ryanair flights, it’s just not financially viable!” Indeed, despite the success of All That Is Over, Sprints – like…

Tigers of Tin Pan’s “Doris” is a bold, cinematic art rock statement from Dublin, Ireland. It opens with haunting horns and the repeated chanting of the protagonist’s name, “Doris”. As the track develops, a sludgy guitar tone emerges, weaving through the percussion with an almost unsettling edge at times….haunting, cinematic art-rock cut that lingers like a cult favourite in the making.This is undoubtedly a dark rock track, layered with gloomy textures and an eerie atmosphere throughout. The release also marks their first of the year, following 2025’s single “Under The Moonlight”. It has the feel of a cult favourite from…

sillygirlcarmenaka Carmen Johnson’sSun & Sound Detroit imprintreleases itsfirst ever vinyl, 4-track VA EP ‘Ease’, out April 17thforRecord Store Day.A ‘vinyl conversation’ betweenDetroit & Chicago’s house heritage via deep house, jazz roots, and forward-looking soul, ‘Ease’embodies the spirit of collaboration, community, and cross-generational artistry ably represented byGlenn Underground, Coflo, Jon Dixon, Kevin Reynolds & sillygirlcarmen herself. DJ/producer/vocalist, sillygirlcarmenrepresents thenew wave of Detroit creativity;raw, fearless, and deeply rooted in the city’s house lineage. She blends her emotive vocals, deep grooves and shimmering electronic textures to connect heart, dancefloor and heritage.She co-foundedSun & Sound Detroitlabel asa platform both to showcase her music and…

FUSE has unveiled the full line-ups for its Ibiza series with Brunch Electronikthis summer, returning to 528 across Sunday 2nd, 9th and 16th August 2026. Taking place at one of the island’s most distinctive venues, the series unfolds as a continuous 12-hour day-to-night experience, moving from 528’s open-air garden into its indoor club space. Running from 16:00 through to 04:00, the format is designed without interruption — allowing energy, sound and crowd to evolve naturally from daylight into late-night intensity. The dates form part of Brunch Electronik’s ongoing Ibiza programme and continued collaboration with FUSE, bringing the London-born collective’s distinct…

Face of Hate is a documentary film about human redemption where deep trauma transformed into hate, is retransformed into love and consciousness.Directed by Steffen Hou, this piece presents to us the story of Jason Baker, a man from Michigan, United States, who when still a child was exposed to the white supremacist movement, which he formally joined when young to become a domestic terrorist.Steffen, whose family suffered the consequences of 20th century fascism in Denmark, meets Jason at the height of his hateful approach to life, explicit support for Nazism and white supremacist activities, including shooting practice, and begins to…

“My Love” A Story That Never Broke.Some stories don’t end when people go their separate ways. Sometimes, they evolve.Speaking on the record, Manny say’s “My Love” is one of the most personal records I’ve written. It’s inspired by my parents, who’ve lived in different countries for over 15 years, yet somehow never let distance redefine what they mean to each other. My dad still calls my mum every morning, no matter what. That quiet consistency stuck with me.This track sits as the third chapter in my Journey project, following on from “Holding On.” Where that song explored separation, “My Love”…