Tributes paid as rapper Chino XL dies, age 50: “One of the greatest to ever touch a mic”

Tributes paid as rapper Chino XL dies, age 50: “One of the greatest to ever touch a mic”

50-year-old Chino XL, a rapper from New York, has passed away in his home on the morning of 28 July. The family has declined to provide further details regarding his cause of death. The statement shared by his daughters on social media emphasized how their father, who was known as the “King of Punchlines” and… Continue reading Tributes paid as rapper Chino XL dies, age 50: “One of the greatest to ever touch a mic”

Adele is selling €35 ‘Lucky Dip’ tickets to her Munich residency

Adele is selling €35 ‘Lucky Dip’ tickets to her Munich residency

Starting from August 2, Adele will commence her residency at Munich Messe Arena – an 80,000-capacity open-air venue created specially for her performances in Munich. It’s going to mark her first mainland gigs in Europe after 2016, which will succeed her recently extended Weekend with Adele residency in Las Vegas. However, in an unexpected twist,… Continue reading Adele is selling €35 ‘Lucky Dip’ tickets to her Munich residency

BBC legend John Bennett dies, aged 82

BBC legend John Bennett dies, aged 82

BBC Northern Ireland broadcaster John Bennett has died aged 82. The veteran broadcaster had a career spanning almost 60 years, presenting music, entertainment, sports, and current affairs programmes for the BBC since 1965. He was most celebrated for his work on The Sunday Club, which he presented for over 44 years. In addition to his… Continue reading BBC legend John Bennett dies, aged 82

Watch MUNA’s Katie Gavin debut new Mitski collab ‘As Good As It Gets’ at Newport Folk Festival

Watch MUNA’s Katie Gavin debut new Mitski collab ‘As Good As It Gets’ at Newport Folk Festival

During her first solo set at the Newport Folk Festival, Katie Gavin of MUNA unveiled six tracks from her upcoming debut solo album, ‘What A Relief’. Among these was her new single ‘Aftertaste’ as well as ‘As Good As It Gets’, a collaboration with Mitski that Gavin revealed would feature on the album’s tracklist. A… Continue reading Watch MUNA’s Katie Gavin debut new Mitski collab ‘As Good As It Gets’ at Newport Folk Festival

Watch Beck cover Bob Dylan’s ‘Maggie’s Farm’ at surprise Newport Folk Festival set

Watch Beck cover Bob Dylan’s ‘Maggie’s Farm’ at surprise Newport Folk Festival set

Beck surprised fans at Newport Folk Festival by performing a set of covers and originals. The show included a cover of Bob Dylan’s ‘Maggie’s Farm’. In a nod to the event’s roots, which began as a celebration of folk music, Beck performed classic songs from the genre, such as Fred Neil’s ‘The Other Side of… Continue reading Watch Beck cover Bob Dylan’s ‘Maggie’s Farm’ at surprise Newport Folk Festival set

George Michael’s ‘Careless Whisper’ set for 40th anniversary EP re-release: “A heartfelt ‘thank you’”

George Michael’s ‘Careless Whisper’ set for 40th anniversary EP re-release: “A heartfelt ‘thank you’”

George Michael’s estate has announced the re-release of the iconic song ‘Careless Whisper’ to commemorate its 40th anniversary. Upon its release in 1984, the hit song topped the charts in 25 countries and has sold over 1.5 million copies in the United Kingdom alone. The song is now certified seven times Platinum in the United… Continue reading George Michael’s ‘Careless Whisper’ set for 40th anniversary EP re-release: “A heartfelt ‘thank you’”

Tate McRae denies having beef with Olivia Rodrigo: “We’re just friends who like to sing”

Tate McRae denies having beef with Olivia Rodrigo: “We’re just friends who like to sing”

Tate McRae, the pop singer, has refuted rumours suggesting trouble between her and Olivia Rodrigo. Speaking to Us Weekly, the young star explained that she and Rodrigo are just friends who like to sing and that people often read too much into things. Tate also stated that she loves all her girlfriends and they support… Continue reading Tate McRae denies having beef with Olivia Rodrigo: “We’re just friends who like to sing”

Katy Perry announced as the headline performer at 2024 AFL Grand Final

Katy Perry announced as the headline performer at 2024 AFL Grand Final

Katy Perry is set to be the headline performer at the 2024 Australian Football League (AFL) Grand Final, which will take place at Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 28. The infamous singer, who has faced criticism over her recent music collaboration, will entertain a crowd of 100,000 people during the pre-game entertainment. In a statement… Continue reading Katy Perry announced as the headline performer at 2024 AFL Grand Final

Duke Fakir, the last surviving The Four Tops singer, has died aged 88

Duke Fakir, the last surviving The Four Tops singer, has died aged 88

At the age of 88, Duke Fakir, the last surviving member of The Four Tops, has died from heart failure at his residence in Detroit, according to family. Fakir was considered an icon and musical legend, and his music career spanning 70 years touched the hearts of many people. He continued touring until the end… Continue reading Duke Fakir, the last surviving The Four Tops singer, has died aged 88

Los Campesinos! share deluxe edition of new album ‘All Hell’ – available only for a few days

Los Campesinos! share deluxe edition of new album ‘All Hell’ – available only for a few days

Welsh indie-pop group, Los Campesinos! have released a deluxe edition of their seventh studio album ‘All Hell’. The new version, dubbed ‘More Hell’, offers a stripped-back take on the original tracks with five reworked versions of new songs, a cover of ‘Wait’ by Secret Stars and the full album. Guitarist Tom Bromley said in an… Continue reading Los Campesinos! share deluxe edition of new album ‘All Hell’ – available only for a few days