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From Lankum to Shovel Dance Collective and the Magic Tuber Stringband, a new breed of folk groups are squeezing fresh juice from the traditional songbook while resisting the convenient compromises of folk-rock. After all, folk can reach places that rock music can’t: you don’t need amplification, or a stage, or a charismatic frontperson. And arguably it’s a superior vessel for telling stories, passing down wisdom and ensuring that the horrors of the past aren’t repeated – a particularly important mission right now. An 11-strong collective who emerged from weekly get-togethers in a Manchester living room, Brown Wimpenny’s challenge was to…
Following appearances at some of the world’s leading electronic music events, including EDC Las Vegas, Marvellous Island Festival, Brunch Electronik Bordeaux, UNVRS Ibiza, and more, Mathame are set to strip things back this summer with a special All Night Long performance at Barcelona’s iconic Nitsa Club on July 24. Designed as a no-phone-policy event, the night invites audiences to disconnect from their screens and fully immerse themselves in the music. By removing distractions, the format places the focus firmly back on the dancefloor and the shared energy between artist and crowd. Known for their emotionally charged performances and cinematic sound,…
On September 25, Warner Music will release Eternal (Live), the first ever official collection of Joy Division live recordings, spanning 14 CDs and two DVDs. The set brings together audio from 16 live performances, meticulously sourced from audience-recorded cassettes, soundboard tapes and broadcast recordings, all mastered at Abbey Road. Listen to a December 1979 version of “Transmission” from Les Bains Douches, Paris, below. Eternal (Live) documents some of the most significant live performances of Joy Division’s career, including two previously unreleased shows – Hope & Anchor and Acklam Hall – and three previously unheard recordings – The Factory, Lyceum and…
This weekend, Pacha New York officially opened its doors with landmark performances from Solomun, Michael Bibi, and Black Coffee, welcoming thousands of guests to Brooklyn for the highly anticipated arrival of one of nightlife’s most iconic global brands. More than five decades after first opening in Ibiza, Pacha’s arrival in New York marks a defining moment for dance music culture. Across three nights, Pacha New York brought together world- class artists, immersive production, elevated hospitality, and a dancefloor-first philosophy that has defined the brand for generations, introducing the spirit of the legendary Ibiza institution to a new home in Brooklyn.…
It’s the June 25, which can only mean one thing: it’s Global Beatles Day! A day that deserves some recognition, even if you’re one of those people for which Global Beatles Day is in fact every day.The formative titans of early rock and studio experimentation are simultaneously globally renowned and criminally underrated, an intriguing paradox that only serves to pull you deeper into the music and the mythos of the band that may or may not have been Bigger Than Jesus.To celebrate Global Beatles Day, I thought it would be a good idea to collect some of the better documentaries…
Vienna based multidisciplinary artist BRINI returns with “The Way I Move”, a vibrant new single that blends amapiano, pop and R&B into an uplifting celebration of movement, confidence and self-expression.As co-founder of Vienna Heels, Austria’s largest heels dance community, BRINI has long championed the connection between music and movement. That philosophy carries through into her latest release, which explores not only dance but also the way we move through life, relationships and personal growth.Written during a self-imposed songwriting challenge in June 2025, The Way I Move emerged naturally as BRINI experimented with new sounds and creative ideas from her home…
Second Sight films bring us a new box-set Blu-Ray release of the three films in theGinger Snapstrilogy. I’ve long been a fan of the first film, called simplyGinger Snaps(2000), as it came along at a time when horror seemed to be retreading a lot of old ground (is that evernotthe case) and presented something new and refreshing. Karen Walton penned the screenplay, and John Fawcett directed this tale of two sisters. The basic idea, as are all the best ideas, is simple: take a girl coming into puberty and starting her periods and so on, and align it with the…
Following the release of OBDN’t Overachiever, Nath Tavares returns with Fooled!, an infectious pop rap anthem that pairs hard hitting production with sharp lyricism. Blending driving beats with her signature percussive delivery, the track explores the pressure to chase society’s definition of success, and the emptiness that can remain once you’ve achieved it.Inspired by her own experiences, Nath reflects on years spent ticking every expected box: earning degrees, building an international career in tech and consulting, and climbing the corporate ladder, only to realise fulfilment wasn’t waiting at the finish line. Fooled! captures that realisation while encouraging listeners to question…
Prem Byrne, based in Forest Knolls, United States, is back with his deeply reflective new song “When the Honeymoon Is Over”. The new soft rock song has lots of world influences and a strong nostalgic vibe to it…. a dreamy, sun-kissed soft rock gem overflowing with warmth, nostalgia, and heartfelt musicianship.As is usual with his music, his vocals lead the way. The first minute offers the listener a sleek acoustic feel, before some dreamy sounds come in just before the half-minute mark. Then, ultimately, some sliding guitars offer the listener a shimmering, sun-kissed sound.I personally loved the guitar solo just…
Brazilian techno artist Joanna Coelho steps into a new phase with Feel The Acid (released via PYRO Records), You Can’t Fake This, Duro, and her upcoming Techno EP, expanding her hard-hitting rave language without losing the pressure that built her name. Known for aggressive rhythms and neorave intensity, Coelho is now pulling more groove, space, acid movement, Latin instinct, and sharper production control into the frame. Duro, released via Rave To The Grave, brings schranz force together with Spanish vocals, Latin energy, and urban-inspired trumpet lines, giving her summer output a hybrid club identity with real bite. That evolution continues…
It’s chart time, folks, and this week sees Michael continue its reign at Number 1 on the Official Film Chart, holding firm at the top for a second week. The Universal Pictures release, which tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life and legacy beyond the music, traces his journey from his early discovery as the lead singer of the Jackson 5 to becoming one of the most influential and ambitious entertainers of all time. It remains ahead of Project Hail Mary, which stays at Number 2 this week. The sci-fi adventure has now spent another week inside the Top 2,…
Rogue Shakespeare® (aka Ryan J-W Smith) is the most prolific sonneteer in world history*. This summer, he will set a new literary milestone with the release of his first 1,000 sonnets in his new book: Rogue Shakespeare’s Sonnets – Truth in Verse – Part I: The Path to Enlightenment in the Brave New World, released Friday July 3rd, 2026. Parts II and III of Rogue Shakespeare’s Sonnets are expected to be released in December 2026 and summer 2027 respectively, taking Smith’s published total to 2,702 sonnets. The trilogy will be followed by a collected edition, Rogue Shakespeare’s Bible (Parts I,…