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Half a century after igniting the fuse of the British punk explosion,The Damnedannounce a celebratory UK tour.Following a triumphant50th Anniversaryshow at theOVO Arena Wembleyin April and a forthcoming global run that will include the Sydney Opera House and a massive North American return, they step back on British soil inNovember and December 2026for‘Final Damnation 50’. The first UK punk band to ever release a single, an album and tour the US, it is also a chance to catch the legendary line-up ofDave Vanian, Captain Sensible, Rat Scabies, Paul Gray, and Monty Oxymoron. Rat Scabies– “Half a century on and who’d…
Citizenhave returned! Today the Toledo, OH-based rock powerhouse have announced their new album,Halcyon Blues, due out August 7th via Run For Cover Records. Citizenhave always been determined to follow their own path, taking creative risksand challenging expectations at every turn. It’s all led toHalcyon Blues, adynamic, confident release that draws on nearly two decades of musical and personal growth to emphatically declare what their dedicated fans already know:Citizenare one of ourgreat modern rock bands–and they’re at the absolute top of their game. To celebrate the album’s announce,Citizenhave sharedHalcyon Blues‘ massive lead single, “Highs and Lows.” It’s a bold cut of…
Single CoverESORE ALLE – Mum, I Did Drugs!OUT NOW via Bandcamp and other streaming platformsMum, I Did Drugs! is the exuberant result of one all night recording session, it’s a tongue-in-cheek reflection of casual drug use and societies many feelings on it. With wailing falsetto, 90’s reminiscent backing track and unhinged introspective lyrics, Esore asks the question “Can you truly be sad if you’re dancing?” The answer is yes, of course.Four conversational mates and one TV Channel are not a good mix. Too many voices jibbering naff all. I wasn’t sure how long I’d been there. There was a fruit…
Static Dress have just unveiled another new single and video, …hospice. Taken from their forthcoming second album injury episode – which is due out on May 29 via Sumerian – the massive, My Chem-esque track follows human props and recent Underoath collab Nostalgia Kills, and as Olli Appleyard told Kerrang! earlier this month, it’s about the fear and worry of losing his grandma one day: “She was the first ever friend I ever had in my whole life,” he explained. “I just know that when that time comes, it’s going to absolutely suck.” The frontman also shared his hopes for…
Following their recent triumphant 50th Anniversary show at Wembley Arena, The Damned will continue the celebrations with the Final Damnation 50 tour in November and December. The line-up of Dave Vanian, Captain Sensible, Rat Scabies, Paul Gray and Monty Oxymoron will play seven dates around the country, kicking off at the Brighton Dome on November 25. See the poster below for the full list of dates: Says Rat Scabies: “Half a century on and who’d have thought we would still be upright and breathing? We never thought we’d make it this far and neither did you! But here we are,…
Sagia opens her record box to reveal 10 tracks that reflect the sound, mood, and influences shaping her current musical direction. Rooted in melodic Techno and emotive club music, these selections move between driving energy and deeper, atmospheric moments, mirroring the sonic world of her latest EP, ‘Storyteller’ on Desert Hearts Black. From hypnotic rhythms to powerful late-night cuts, each track plays a role in how Sagia approaches the dancefloor, blending tension, release, and storytelling through sound. Whether in the studio or behind the decks, these are records that continue to inform her musical identity and connection with the crowd.…
HorstFestival today unveils its 2026 talks programme, completing the full picture of this year’s edition: a cultural platform where music, art, architecture and discourse converge as one continuous experience. Returning to Asiat Park from May 14–16, 2026, Horst continues to evolve beyond the format of a traditional festival. Across three days, its programme unfolds as a living organism, shaped by collaboration, experimentation and shared presence,where dancefloors, spatial interventions and conversations operate in dialogue. A talks programme embedded in the festival itself This year, the talks programme brings together multiple voices and perspectives already circulating across dancefloors, studios and communities, opening…
She says the song came from realising someone was not “the one”, just the last one standing at the time. That honesty runs throughout the release, balancing humour, vulnerability and empowerment.last man standing also offers a glimpse into a wider upcoming project centred around being a “lover girl in the fuckboy era”, while highlighting Erica-Cody’s gift for infectious hooks and sharp lyricism.Alongside her music, Erica-Cody continues to champion women led creativity through Rally GRL, building a presence far beyond music.With more new material on the horizon, last man standing marks the start of an exciting new chapter. View Original Article…
Continuous Breath: Diz Undone Returns with “Don’t Stop” A Sharp, Surreal Strike at Power.Continuous Breath unveils the second single from the upcoming Love & Rage album, as Diz Undone drops Don’t Stop on April 28, 2026.Produced by Tom Caruana, known for his work with Wu Tang Clan and Masta Ace, the track follows last month’s Normal, which featured Bristol’s rising voice Grove. This time, Diz leans fully into a grimy boom bap sound, delivering a track that’s as playful as it is politically charged.At its core, Don’t Stop is an absurdist takedown of billionaire influence in modern life. Diz frames…
Ariana Grande introduces petal. A contrast-led project built around growth, pressure, and release.Set via Republic Records, the album is executive produced and co-written with ILY A, keeping the system tight and artist-led. Grande describes it as… Something that is full of life and growing through the cracks of something cold and hard and challenging.Ariana Grande by @katiatemkinThe rollout runs across LP, CD, cassette, and a D2C-exclusive vinyl—direct-to-fan aligned, no wasted motion. Following Eternal Sunshine and a film crossover phase with Wicked, petal extends a high-control cycle where music, narrative, and product move as one.arianagrande.lnk.to/petalshop.arianagrande.com View Original Article Here
Photo: Max WagnerThe Milk Carton Kids will return to the UK and Ireland for a run of headline dates in January 2027, including London’s Barbican Centre, Bristol Beacon, Manchester’s Albert Hall, Glasgow’s Pavilion Theatre and Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre.The band has released their new album, Lost Cause Lover Fool, via Far Cry Records in partnership with Thirty Tigers. Produced by Pattengale, Lost Cause Lover Fool is the duo’s seventh studio album, expanding on their signature minimalist sound while staying grounded in the intimate songwriting and understated arrangements that define their work.“This album is, at its core, a collection of songs about…
Based in Brighton, FATECRIMES deliver a soaring emotional impact with “Metamorphosis”. It is emotional from the get-go, opening with a smooth, mellow guitar line that is sure to draw out plenty of feeling….raw, soulful indie track that builds emotional depth into a powerful, genre-blending crescendo.It is very jazzy and carries a strong groove, even though the track leans into a darker tone. There is also a soulful underpinning, mixed with indie rock sensibilities often associated with many Brighton bands in recent years.It is simplistic in arrangement, with not many layers, keeping everything raw and upfront. The chorus in particular showcases…