Christine and the Queens Releases Two Versions of New Single Ahead of 2027 Album
Christine and the Queens has returned with two new tracks, releasing “Rendez-vous avec toi” alongside its English-language counterpart, “Rendez-vous in your arms”.
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The Cure’s Robert Smith teases more live shows and new songs for 2027
Robert Smith has confirmed that The Cure will return to the stage next year, with the frontman hinting that their next run of concerts will feature plenty of new material.
Interpol announce intimate London show following Olympia cancellations
Interpol have confirmed a new London headline show for 4 December, giving fans a chance to catch the band in the capital after their previously scheduled Olympia Grand Hall performances were cancelled.
Pixies Release Four Rare Recordings, Including Steve Albini’s Early Version of ‘Dig for Fire’
Four archival tracks offer a closer look at the band’s recording sessions between 1987 and 1991, including songs that took very different routes before finding their way to listeners.
Robert Plant & Saving Grace Announce Five-Date UK and Ireland Tour for Summer 2027
Robert Plant is heading back out on the road with Saving Grace, announcing a five-date UK and Ireland run for June 2027 under the title Root & Branch.
Metallica Wanted Turnstile on Tour. Turnstile Said No.
Sometimes the biggest opportunity isn't necessarily the one a band needs to take.
AI Is Learning From Musicians. Who Gets to Profit?
Generative AI is changing how music is made, but the recordings, compositions and performances behind these systems belong to real artists. As AI-generated music enters the industry, musicians are questioning who gave permission, who gets paid and who controls what happens next.
Billie Eilish and Phoebe Bridgers Join My Chemical Romance for Animated Short Film
My Chemical Romance and Lauren Tsai unveil Prelude to The End, an animated short featuring Billie Eilish, Phoebe Bridgers and Hideo Kojima.
Christine and the Queens Announces New Music and Intimate December Shows
Christine and the Queens announces new single Rendez-Vous Avec Toi and four intimate December shows, including London’s Scala on 7 December.
My Chemical Romance Finally Take The Black Parade to Number 1, 20 Years After Its Release
My Chemical Romance have secured their first-ever UK Number 1 album, with The Black Parade reaching the top of the Official Albums Chart two decades after its original release.
Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath’s Final Show Gets Official Film and Soundtrack Release
‘Back to the Beginning’ captures Ozzy’s final performances, a historic Black Sabbath reunion and a gathering of rock and metal royalty.
Kings of Leon Announce Exclusive London Show for November
Kings of Leon are heading back to London for a one-off show at British Airways ARC on 10 November, billed as their UK and European exclusive performance.
Bruce Dickinson Announces PsychoGod Tour ’27, With Six UK Dates
Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson will bring his PsychoGod Tour ’27 to the UK next winter, with Swedish progressive metal band Evergrey joining him as special guests for the November and December dates.
The Flaming Lips announce first album in six years, with two London shows planned for 2027
The Flaming Lips will release their 17th studio album, The Teardrop Throbs, on 22 January 2027, marking their first collection of new material since 2020’s American Head.
Phoebe Bridgers to Headline All Points East 2027 Alongside Caroline Polachek and Kelsey Lu
Phoebe Bridgers has been announced as the first headliner for All Points East 2027, with Caroline Polachek, Kelsey Lu, Danielle Ponder and jasmine.4.t also confirmed for the London festival.
Santana Announces 2027 European Tour, With One UK Show at The O2
Santana will bring the Planet of Free Will Global Tour 2027 to Europe next summer, with a single UK date at London’s The O2 Arena on 30 June.
Sam Fender Challenges Stadium Ticket Prices and Scraps Premium Standing for 2027 Tour
Sam Fender has intervened over the pricing of his 2027 stadium tour, scrapping premium front-standing tickets after saying the proposed prices had been inflated beyond what he had intended.
Robbie Williams, Kings of Leon and Fatboy Slim lead Isle of Wight Festival 2027 line-up
The festival returns to Seaclose Park from 17 to 20 June, with Bastille, Courteeners, Inhaler and Kaiser Chiefs also among the first acts confirmed.
2hollis Announces Biggest Headline Tour To Date
2hollis will bring his upcoming Pirouette album to the UK next April, with shows at OVO Arena Wembley and Manchester’s Aviva Studios.
Sonic Temple 2027 announces full lineup featuring Iron Maiden, Blink-182, Korn and Faith No More
The four-day Ohio festival will also feature Falling In Reverse, Alice In Chains, The Prodigy, PRESIDENT, The Warning and nearly 150 artists across its 2027 bill.
The Offspring’s Noodles Steps Away From Live Shows Due to Serious Health Issue
The guitarist has announced an indefinite break from performing, while his bandmates have pledged to continue playing in his absence.
CHVRCHES Announce First Album in Six Years, ‘All The King’s Men’, and 2027 UK Tour
The Scottish trio will release their fifth studio album in January, followed by UK and Ireland dates next spring.
Who Gets Heard in an Industry Ruled by Algorithms? When the Algorithm Stops Listening
Social media can make a band impossible to ignore. But who gets heard, what does virality really mean, and what happens to the artists the algorithm leaves behind?
CHALK Release ‘Heaven/Hell’ Featuring Phantogram’s Sarah Barthel
The Belfast duo share a two-part music video and interactive online experience as they begin their European arena tour with Fontaines D.C.
The Rolling Stones Release ‘Who You Callin’ Crazy’ Featuring Courtney Pine
The new single previews Foreign Tongues, Loose Lips, an expanded edition of the band’s latest album, due out on 27 November.
Martin Gore Shares ‘Cross Whisper’, A New Collaboration Inspired by Loss
The Depeche Mode songwriter joins artist and lyricist Cliff Damavandi on a new electronic track featuring vocals from his daughter, Johnnie Lee.
Sleep Token distance themselves from outside musical projects claiming an association with the band
The masked metal band issued a rare statement after a new project reportedly promoted itself using a connection to Sleep Token’s origins.
The Cribs announce hometown show celebrating 20 years of Men’s Needs, Women’s Needs, Whatever
The Wakefield band will play their 2007 album in full at Tileyard North next August, joined by Yorkshire art-rockers !Forward, Russia!
Architects’ Sam Carter says online scrutiny has taken the joy out of performing
The vocalist’s admission follows years of public discussion about his screams, raising questions about the scrutiny placed on singers in heavy music.
The Smashing Pumpkins reunite with Butch Vig for new single ‘Black Stars’
The band’s first collaboration with the producer since 1993’s Siamese Dream features on the soundtrack to The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.
Iron Maiden Announce 16 More North American Shows for Final ‘Run For Your Lives’ Tour Leg
Iron Maiden have announced 16 additional North American shows for spring 2027, extending their Run For Your Lives tour after previously planning to take a break from live performances next year.
My Chemical Romance Share Rare Live Recording of ‘Someone Out There Loves You’ for ‘The Black Parade’ Anniversary
My Chemical Romance are set to release a previously unreleased live recording of ‘Someone Out There Loves You’ as part of the 20th-anniversary edition of The Black Parade, arriving on 23 October.
Damien Rice Announces 25-City World Tour Celebrating 25 Years Of ‘O’
Damien Rice has announced a 25-city world tour marking the 25th anniversary of his debut album, ‘O’, with dates across Australia, Asia, Europe, the UK, South America and North America.
Mouth Ulcers Announce Debut Album ‘You’re Not In Heaven’ and Share New Single ‘Lady Rust’
London post-punk four-piece Mouth Ulcers have announced their debut album, You’re Not In Heaven, set for release on 23 April via LAB Records. The announcement arrives alongside new single ‘Lady Rust’, released today, 15 October.
The Rolling Stones Announce Five-Track ‘Loose Lips’ Edition of ‘Foreign Tongues’
The Rolling Stones will release Foreign Tongues, Loose Lips on 27 November, adding five tracks to their latest studio album, Foreign Tongues, which arrived in July. The expanded edition will be available digitally, as a two-CD set and as a standalone vinyl release.
Blondie Announce First Album in Nearly a Decade With Johnny Marr Collaboration
Blondie will release High Noon on 26 February 2027, marking their first studio album since 2017’s Pollinator. The announcement arrives alongside ‘Spectral Eyes’, a new single written and performed with former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr.
Marilyn Manson Announces 30th Anniversary Edition of ‘Antichrist Superstar’
Marilyn Manson is marking the 30th anniversary of Antichrist Superstar with a remastered vinyl edition featuring previously unreleased photographs, handwritten lyrics and sketches from his personal notebooks.
A Perfect Circle Share Live Video for ‘Starless’, Filmed at London Show
A Perfect Circle have released an official video for ‘Starless’, capturing the first live performance of the track at their sold-out O2 Academy Brixton show in London on 3 June.
Alien Ant Farm Turn the Language of Deception Into New Single ‘Gaslighter’
Alien Ant Farm have returned with ‘Gaslighter’, a new single that takes aim at manipulation and the people who distort the truth, arriving ahead of the band’s upcoming UK dates.
Kate Nash releases “Freedom of Me” from forthcoming album Cailín
Kate Nash has released “Freedom of Me”, a track from her forthcoming sixth album, Cailín, due 22 January 2027 via Kill Rock Stars.
cleopatrick return with new single ‘WHAAT’ and announce 2027 UK tour
The Canadian duo have unveiled the first taste of their forthcoming third album, with a run of UK dates confirmed for March.
The Wombats Announce 20th Anniversary Tour for Debut Album
The Wombats will celebrate the 20th anniversary of their debut album, A Guide to Love, Loss & Desperation, with a UK and European tour in April 2027. The band will perform the 2007 record in full before playing a second set of hits and fan favourites.
Greta Van Fleet Release Fourth Album Palace For The People
Greta Van Fleet have released their fourth studio album, Palace For The People, today, 9 October, marking the next chapter for a band whose relationship with classic rock has brought them commercial success and persistent debate about their influences.
Enter Shikari Release “Higher Ground” As Their Final Chapter Takes Shape
Enter Shikari have released a new song, “Higher Ground”, quietly adding another track to the band's catalogue at a particularly interesting point in their story.
Royal Blood Release “Dead Company”
Royal Blood have released “Dead Company”, the title track from their upcoming fifth studio album.
Aerosmith Tease Hollywood Bowl Return
Aerosmith are teasing their return to the stage with two dates at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Bowl later this month.
Staind Extend ‘Break The Cycle’ Anniversary Tour Into 2027
Staind aren’t finished looking back at Break The Cycle just yet.
Bowie80 Will Turn David Bowie’s 80th Birthday Into A Year Of Reinvention
David Bowie would have turned 80 on 8 January 2027. Instead of marking the occasion with a single anniversary event, his estate is turning the milestone into an entire year of projects spanning music, photography, fashion, theatre and immersive experiences.
Hollywood Undead Are Coming Back To The UK
Hollywood Undead are heading back to the UK in February 2027 for their first major headline run here in years.
Dexter and The Moonrocks Release New Video With Avery Anna
Dexter and The Moonrocks have released the official video for ‘Why Don’t You Say So’, their collaboration with country artist Avery Anna.
KEO Announce 2027 UK, European And North American Tour
KEO have announced a major 2027 headline tour that will take the London four-piece across the UK, Ireland, Europe and North America in support of their debut album, Put A Smile On For Me.
Primavera Sound Announces 2027 Line-Up With Phoebe Bridgers, Fontaines D.C., Turnstile And More
Primavera Sound has announced the line-up for its 25th edition, with Phoebe Bridgers, Doechii, Fontaines D.C., Massive Attack, Turnstile and Hayley Williams among the biggest names heading to Barcelona next summer.
The Lathums Announce Five Manchester Shows To Celebrate ‘How Beautiful Life Can Be’
The Lathums will return to five Manchester venues next April to celebrate five years of their debut album, How Beautiful Life Can Be, performing the record in full alongside other fan favourites.
Dave Grohl Joins AC/DC For ‘Highway To Hell’ At Power Up Tour Finale
Dave Grohl joined AC/DC onstage for ‘Highway To Hell’ as the band brought their Power Up tour to a close at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Friday night.
The Smashing Pumpkins Bring Back The Aeroplane Flies High for Its 30th Anniversary
Thirty years after The Smashing Pumpkins turned the songs surrounding Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness into something much bigger, The Aeroplane Flies High is heading back to vinyl.
Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators Announce New Album And 2027 UK Tour
Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators have announced their fifth studio album, Flying Blind, alongside the release of the title track and details of an extensive 2027 world tour.
Slash, Greta Van Fleet And Kings Of Leon Among Acts Announcing 2027 UK Shows
A number of major rock and alternative acts announced UK dates for 2027 yesterday, with Slash featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators, Greta Van Fleet, Kings Of Leon, Palaye Royale and Bleech 9:3 all revealing new shows.
Kodaline Release Final Album We Were Only Young
Kodaline have released their fifth and final studio album, We Were Only Young, today, bringing their time together as a band to a close.
Palaye Royale Have A Very Busy Day Planned In London
Palaye Royale have a lot going on in London today.
Johnny Marr Has Plenty To Say
Johnny Marr’s new album isn’t short on subject matter.
HMLTD Share ‘Umami’ And Announce 2027 UK Tour
HMLTD have shared their new single ‘Umami’, the latest preview of their forthcoming third album FANGS, alongside details of a UK tour for 2027.
Faith No More And blink-182 Lead Rock For People 2027 Line-Up
Rock For People has announced the first wave of acts for its 2027 edition, with Faith No More joining previously announced headliners blink-182 at Park 360 in Hradec Králové, Czechia, from 2–5 June 2027.
Dead Poet Society To Support Muse On UK And European Tour
Dead Poet Society have been announced as the special guests for Muse’s upcoming The Wow! Signal Europa Tour, putting the Boston rock band in arenas across the UK and Europe this November and December.
Mogwai Bring Iggy Pop Into Their World On New Track ‘Underground’
Nearly three decades after Mogwai used Iggy Pop’s voice on one of their best-known early records, the two have finally made a song together.
Fontaines D.C. Share New Single ‘Tongue’ Ahead Of Dopamine Chamber
Fontaines D.C. have released ‘Tongue’, the second single from their forthcoming fifth album, Dopamine Chamber.
Slam Dunk Festival Announces First Wave Of 2027 Lineup
Slam Dunk Festival has announced the first wave of artists for its 2027 edition, with Bowling For Soup, Simple Plan and Killswitch Engage among the biggest names revealed.
Echo & The Bunnymen Add Extra Date To November UK Tour
Echo & The Bunnymen have added an extra date to their November 2026 UK tour, with the band set to play New Brighton Floral Pavilion on Monday 16 November.
A Perfect Circle Follow ‘Starless’ With New Single ‘To Whom It May Concern’
A Perfect Circle have released their second new song of 2026, with ‘To Whom It May Concern’ arriving alongside the announcement of an extensive North American tour for spring 2027.
Death From Above 1979 Mark 25 Years With New Album Private Lives
Death From Above 1979 are marking 25 years as a band with a new album that looks at the increasingly blurred line between private life and public exposure.
Dead Poet Society Set To Release New Album Monarch Ahead Of UK Tour
Dead Poet Society will release their third studio album, Monarch, this Friday, 2 October via Spinefarm Records, before returning to the UK for a run of headline shows in early 2027.
Creeper Turn the Camera on Their Fans in New ‘Parasite’ Video Ahead of UK Tour
Creeper have shared a new video for “Parasite”, putting the fans at the centre of their Sanguivore era as the band prepare for their October UK headline shows.
Placebo Release New Single ‘Helen Keller’ Ahead Of 30th Anniversary UK And European Tour
Placebo have released a new single, ‘Helen Keller’, as they begin their 30th anniversary celebrations.
Frank Turner To Step Away From Live Shows After Final Lost Evenings
Frank Turner has announced that he will step away from live performance following the final edition of his Lost Evenings festival in London next year.
Slipknot Announce 2027 Stadium Tour With Wembley Show
Slipknot have announced their first-ever stadium tour, the (sic)est Stadium Tour, opening with a headline show at London’s Wembley Stadium on 3 July 2027. The date is currently the band’s only announced UK and European show.
Nirvana Receive Video Vanguard Award at 2026 MTV VMAs
Nirvana were honoured with the Video Vanguard Award at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night, with Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic and longtime touring guitarist Pat Smear accepting the award on the band’s behalf.
Keo Release Debut Album Put A Smile On For Me
London four-piece Keo have released their debut album, Put A Smile On For Me, via Island Records.
Bullet For My Valentine announce new album Social Apocalypse
Bullet For My Valentine have returned with “Social Apocalypse”, their first new song in four years, and announced their eighth studio album of the same name.
Boys Noize announces new album 7LLVSION with “1+1+1”
Boys Noize has announced 7LLVSION, his first solo album in five years, alongside a new track, “1+1+1” featuring Rotterdam artist ZEP.
The Prodigy announce 30th-anniversary edition of ‘Breathe’
The Prodigy will mark 30 years of “Breathe” with a new 12-inch edition of the track, due out 13 November via XL Recordings.
Queens Of The Stone Age release new single ‘Where The Goth Girls At?’
Queens Of The Stone Age have released ‘Where The Goth Girls At?’, the third single from their forthcoming ninth album, Perfecth.
WARGASM share new single ‘Swallow’ ahead of North American tour
WARGASM have released their new single ‘Swallow’, arriving today alongside an official music video via Hopeless Records.
Oasis Add Four More Dates to Live ’27 Tour
Oasis have added four more dates to their 2027 Live ’27 tour, with two additional nights at Knebworth alongside new shows in Rome and Munich.
The Jesus And Mary Chain and The Psychedelic Furs Announce UK Co-Headline Tour
The Jesus And Mary Chain and The Psychedelic Furs are bringing their co-headline bill to the UK for the first time, with eight dates announced across England and Scotland in January 2027.
CHVRCHES Return With “Roses” and Something Sharper
Five years after Screen Violence, CHVRCHES return with a darker, more guitar-led sound and a song that turns its attention towards contemporary Britain.
TOMORA Announce New EP CELEBRATION
TOMORA are set to return with a new five-track EP, CELEBRATION, bringing together AURORA and The Chemical Brothers’ Tom Rowlands once again.
The Warning bring Everything’s Falling to the UK in 2027
The Warning are bringing their Everything’s Falling world tour to the UK next spring, with four dates across Birmingham, Glasgow, Manchester and London.
Greta Van Fleet reveal full tracklist for Palace for the People
Greta Van Fleet have shared another piece of their next record, releasing new single “Tear It Down” alongside the full tracklist for Palace for the People.
Royal Blood Are Back on the Road…and They Sound Like They Mean It
After two years away from the live circuit, Mike Kerr and Ben Thatcher have spent the summer reminding people exactly why the Brighton-formed duo are so good at making two people sound like something considerably larger.
New Found Glory Guitarist Chad Gilbert Dies Aged 45
Chad Gilbert, founding guitarist and backing vocalist of New Found Glory, has died aged 45.
Lambrini Girls Announce Second Album, No Refunds
Lambrini Girls will release their second album, No Refunds, on January 15 through City Slang.
Joy Division’s Live History Collected in New Eternal Box Set
Joy Division’s live history is being brought together in one place this week with the release of Eternal (Live), a huge new collection arriving through Warner on September 25.
HMLTD Have Built Their Own Version of Goth
With FANGS, the London band swap rock opera for rave electronics, black-metal screams and a world populated by vampires, clubs and late-capitalist decay.