Jamie Laing pays tribute to “legend” Jordan North after backlash to news of BBC Radio 1 replacement

Jamie Laing pays tribute to “legend” Jordan North after backlash to news of BBC Radio 1 replacement

Following the announcement that he would be taking over as host of BBC Radio 1’s Drivetime Show, Jamie Laing has paid tribute to his predecessor Jordan North. Last week it was announced that Laing would be joining Vick Hope as the new host of the show, replacing North who had presented at Radio 1 for… Continue reading Jamie Laing pays tribute to “legend” Jordan North after backlash to news of BBC Radio 1 replacement

Noel Gallagher partners with Gibson to create ’78 Les Paul custom guitars

Noel Gallagher partners with Gibson to create ’78 Les Paul custom guitars

Guitar manufacturer Gibson has teamed up with Noel Gallagher to release a limited-edition collection of Gibson ’78 Les Paul Custom guitars. The partnership was forged to celebrate the grand opening of the Gibson Garage in London, and to aid charity. The former Oasis guitarist will donate all profits to the Teenage Cancer Trust. The 20… Continue reading Noel Gallagher partners with Gibson to create ’78 Les Paul custom guitars

Listen to Fever 333’s blistering new single ‘Ready Rock’

Listen to Fever 333’s blistering new single ‘Ready Rock’

Fever 333 have released their latest single ‘Ready Rock’ off their upcoming album set to release later in 2024 via Century Media. In this track, the band pays tribute to the Black artists who pioneered rock n’ roll and highlights the injustices they faced not receiving proper recognition for their contribution to the genre. The… Continue reading Listen to Fever 333’s blistering new single ‘Ready Rock’

First reactions see ‘Dune: Part 2’ labelled as “the definitive sci-fi epic of a generation”

First reactions see ‘Dune: Part 2’ labelled as “the definitive sci-fi epic of a generation”

The highly-anticipated sequel to the 2021 sci-fi film, Dune, premiered last night at London’s Leicester Square. According to early reviews, Dune: Part 2 is being praised as a “definitive sci-fi epic of a generation”. Critics are hailing director Denis Villeneuve’s work as his magnum opus and a masterpiece featuring immersive action sequences, exceptional performances, and… Continue reading First reactions see ‘Dune: Part 2’ labelled as “the definitive sci-fi epic of a generation”

Brian Wilson to be placed under conservatorship following dementia diagnosis

Brian Wilson to be placed under conservatorship following dementia diagnosis

Brian Wilson, best known as a member of The Beach Boys, has been diagnosed with dementia and will be placed under a conservatorship. This will take place in the spring and will see two of Wilson’s long-time representatives, LeeAnn Hard and Jean Sievers, appointed as his co-conservators. Wilson, who is now 81 years old, is… Continue reading Brian Wilson to be placed under conservatorship following dementia diagnosis

Watch Drake and Sexyy Red have a baby in ‘Rich Baby Daddy’ video feat SZA

Watch Drake and Sexyy Red have a baby in ‘Rich Baby Daddy’ video feat SZA

Drake’s latest music video for the track ‘Rich Baby Daddy’ has been released, featuring Sexyy Red going into labour. The song is part of his album ‘For All The Dogs’ which was released in October 2023. The video is styled as a VHS home video, with Drake holding the camera and filming an alternative universe… Continue reading Watch Drake and Sexyy Red have a baby in ‘Rich Baby Daddy’ video feat SZA

Gossip add UK and European shows to summer 2024 tour

Gossip add UK and European shows to summer 2024 tour

American trio Gossip have announced a summer 2024 tour, including shows in the UK and Europe. It comes ahead of the release of their forthcoming album Real Power, which has been produced by Rick Rubin. The LP is due to be released on March 22 and marks the first album from Beth Ditto and co… Continue reading Gossip add UK and European shows to summer 2024 tour

Listen to Lana Del Rey’s enchanting cover of Irving Berlin’s ‘Blue Skies’ from Jack Antonoff’s ‘The New Look’ soundtrack

Listen to Lana Del Rey’s enchanting cover of Irving Berlin’s ‘Blue Skies’ from Jack Antonoff’s ‘The New Look’ soundtrack

Singer Lana Del Rey shared a cover of Irving Berlin’s “Blue Skies” on February 14. The song is included in the Jack Antonoff-produced soundtrack for Apple TV+’s new series, “The New Look,” which revolves around fashion designers during World War II. Del Rey put her own spin on the song, which originally debuted in 1926… Continue reading Listen to Lana Del Rey’s enchanting cover of Irving Berlin’s ‘Blue Skies’ from Jack Antonoff’s ‘The New Look’ soundtrack

Usher reportedly made just $671 from Super Bowl performance

Usher reportedly made just $671 from Super Bowl performance

Usher reportedly earned less than $700 for his performance at this year’s Super Bowl Halftime show. The R&B singer’s set took place on February 11 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, where he was also joined by surprise guests such as Alicia Keys, H.E.R., and will.i.am. Despite being watched by an estimated 30 million households,… Continue reading Usher reportedly made just $671 from Super Bowl performance

31 per cent of UK nightclubs closed last year, as industry demands government action

31 per cent of UK nightclubs closed last year, as industry demands government action

New statistics reveal that around 31% of nightclubs in the UK were forced to shut last year, prompting a push for government action. The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) shared the update on the escalating crisis facing nightclubs and other music venues across the country and made an urgent call for immediate action from the… Continue reading 31 per cent of UK nightclubs closed last year, as industry demands government action