Author: Alex Rigotti

Manchester’s Co-Op Live has announced a new opening date after a series of concert cancellations caused by a range of technical issues. The venue, described as the “largest indoor arena” in the UK, has postponed a number of opening gigs featuring Rick Astley, comedian Peter Kay and The Black Keys, with the latter taking place… Continue reading Co-Op Live reveal new opening date and apologise: “It’s not been the smooth start we had planned for”

Musician Thomas Powers, former frontman of The Naked And Famous, has announced the upcoming release of his debut solo album, titled ‘A Tyrant Crying In Private’. The album is set to be released on 21 May and features the sombre new single ‘Empty Voices’. The track features acclaimed musician Julien Baker and explores the subject… Continue reading Thomas Powers and Julien Baker team up for sombre new single ‘Empty Voices’

Bambie Thug, Ireland’s entry for the 2024 Eurovision song contest, has shared their thoughts with NME about this year’s event, along with the origins behind their metal-influenced “ouija-pop” sound and their identity as a queer, non-binary performer. Bambie Thug, whose real name is Bambie Ray Robinson, won Ireland’s Eurosong competition in January with their song… Continue reading Bambie Thug on Eurovision 2024: “I know that my heart is in the right place”

David Gilmour, the former Pink Floyd guitarist, has revealed plans to tour for the first time in eight years. In an interview with Uncut, he spoke about his upcoming album, Luck and Strange, which will be released in September. He also discussed the possibility of touring and said he was more likely to perform songs… Continue reading David Gilmour shares plans to tour for first time in eight years

Musician Sam Fender has spoken out about his upcoming new album during an interview on Sky Arts’ Johnson and Knopfler’s Music Legends. The musician admitted that he had previously rushed with his album Seventeen Going Under and would like to ensure his new album is not rushed, but it takes the time it deserves. He… Continue reading Sam Fender provides new album update and admits he “rushed” to get ‘Seventeen Going Under’ out

Dave Grohl’s work with St. Vincent on her new album, ‘All Born Screaming,’ has impressed the artist who recently spoke to NME In Conversation. Grohl slammed the drums on two songs: ‘Broken Man’ and ‘Flea,’ which St. Vincent describes as “gnarly.” The artist revealed that having Grohl play on her album was like a dream… Continue reading St. Vincent on working with Dave Grohl: “It just lights you up to hear him play”

Frank Turner has made an announcement of what will be his 3000th gig, to be held at Alexandra Palace in London. The gig is scheduled to take place on February 22, 2025, and will have over 10,000 people in attendance. Social media was used by the musician to share this incredible achievement, and he wrote,… Continue reading Frank Turner’s 3000th gig will be a massive show at London’s Alexandra Palace

David Gilmour, Pink Floyd’s guitarist, spoke about his opinion of The Beatles’ documentary, Get Back, in a recent interview with Uncut. Gilmour shared that he regularly watches documentaries about bands from the 60s and 70s, including The Beatles, but found Get Back to be a “hard watch.” He specifically noted the documentary’s portrayal of Paul… Continue reading David Gilmour says he found The Beatles’ ‘Get Back’ documentary “a hard watch” and he’s “surprised Paul McCartney allowed it”

Orlando Weeks has released a new single called ‘Dig’ featuring Rhian Teasdale from Wet Leg, ahead of his upcoming album ‘Loja’ which is set to be released on June 6 via Fiction Records. Dubbed as “an under your breath half-argument, the kind that only ever happens in public,” ‘Dig’ confronts the worn-out promises of yesteryear… Continue reading Listen to Orlando Weeks’ simmering new single ‘Dig’ featuring Wet Leg’s Rhian Teasdale

Blink-182 is set to embark on a 2024 US tour featuring 30 additional dates and “new production elements.” The news was announced via an Instagram story from the pop-punk band, revealing increased seat capacity and the stage’s full 360-degree view for fans attending the show. The band also plans to bring in a slew of… Continue reading Blink-182 announce new 2024 US tour dates “with new production elements”