In a remarkable feat, Frank Turner has broken the world record for the most shows played in 24 hours, entertaining audiences with 15 gigs in 15 different towns. As part of this challenge, Turner played all his shows at independent venues, with tickets sold by independent record shops, in honour of the Music Venue Trust… Continue reading Frank Turner breaks world record for most shows played in 24 hours: “Proud. Tired. Grateful. Long live independent music”
Author: Max Pilley
Band opening for Marilyn Manson respond to backlash before deleting comments
The bassist of The Funeral Portrait, a band scheduled to open for Marilyn Manson at three upcoming concerts, has responded to criticism surrounding the gigs. Manson announced his first live shows since multiple sexual abuse allegations emerged against him, with The Funeral Portrait serving as the opening act. The band became the subject of backlash… Continue reading Band opening for Marilyn Manson respond to backlash before deleting comments
AURORA adds shows in Dublin and Edinburgh to 2024 UK and European tour
Norwegian alt-pop singer AURORA has announced additional shows in Dublin and Edinburgh as part of her upcoming UK and European tour. AURORA is due to release her latest album, ‘What Happened To The Heart?’, in June, before commencing her tour in September. The National Stadium in Dublin will host the tour on June 26, with… Continue reading AURORA adds shows in Dublin and Edinburgh to 2024 UK and European tour
Post Malone and Morgan Wallen announce joint single ‘I Had Some Help’
A new collaborative single from Post Malone and Morgan Wallen called ‘I Had Some Help’ has been announced to be released on May 10. The Country music stars gave the live debut of the song at Stagecoach Festival in California, with Malone joining Wallen on stage as a guest for the performance. Prior to the… Continue reading Post Malone and Morgan Wallen announce joint single ‘I Had Some Help’
Trophy Eyes speak out after “heartbreaking” stagediving accident leaves fan needing spinal surgery
Australian post-hardcore band Trophy Eyes have issued a statement following a stagediving incident involving frontman John Floreani that left a fan, Bird Piché, needing spinal surgery. The incident took place during a show at Mohawk Place in Buffalo, New York on April 30. The band have expressed their heartbreak over the incident and have shared… Continue reading Trophy Eyes speak out after “heartbreaking” stagediving accident leaves fan needing spinal surgery
Paul McCartney replies to fan Adrienne – 60 years after she declared her love for him
An ardent Beatles fan named Adrienne received a reply from none other than Paul McCartney himself, almost six decades after she sent her message of love. In an old CBS interview from 1963, Adrienne expressed her undying love for the Fab Four. “I love The Beatles and I’ll always love them! Even when I’m 105… Continue reading Paul McCartney replies to fan Adrienne – 60 years after she declared her love for him
Co-Op Live staff member “couldn’t stop crying” after venue’s chaotic failed opening
The Co-Op Live Arena in Manchester has had a turbulent two weeks, with a series of events causing the venue to remain closed. The arena, which has a capacity of 23,500 people and is set to be the UK’s largest indoor arena, was scheduled to open with comedian Peter Kay on April 23 and 24,… Continue reading Co-Op Live staff member “couldn’t stop crying” after venue’s chaotic failed opening
“We shall return” – Is Chris Frantz teasing a Talking Heads reunion?
Chris Frantz, the drummer for Talking Heads, took to Instagram with a potentially exciting message for fans, writing “We shall return.” An image shared alongside the message showed a black and white theatrical marquee featuring the band’s name alongside dates in December and an invitation to purchase tickets from Ticketron outlets. Despite fans’ eagerness for… Continue reading “We shall return” – Is Chris Frantz teasing a Talking Heads reunion?
Josh Brolin on his disappointment over new ‘Deadpool’ film: “I so wanted to be in that movie”
Despite his role in the first two films, Josh Brolin has revealed that he will not be appearing in the upcoming third Deadpool film, stating that he “so wanted to be in that movie.” Titled Deadpool & Wolverine, the film will merge the characters made famous by Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, and will feature… Continue reading Josh Brolin on his disappointment over new ‘Deadpool’ film: “I so wanted to be in that movie”
John Cleese will remove racial slurs from stage version of ‘Fawlty Towers’
Fans of Fawlty Towers will be pleased to learn that the upcoming West End stage adaptation of the beloved sitcom will not contain any racial slurs. John Cleese, who co-wrote the original series, confirmed that he and Caroline Jay Ranger, the director of the production, had decided to remove the controversial scenes from the three… Continue reading John Cleese will remove racial slurs from stage version of ‘Fawlty Towers’