Category: Crash News

The Rolling Stones confirm the release of their 1st Lp of new material in 18 yrs. Hackney Diamonds (Polydor/Geffen) released October 20 (likely to be one of the biggest sellers of Q4) The band dropped lead single Angry + video, directed by Francois Rousselet starring Sydney Sweeney. The Stones peaked at No.1 with their last… Continue reading The Rolling Stones: Hackney Diamonds #Angry

Dublin’s SPRINTS, a four-piece post-punk group, have built a reputation on the back of emotive hooks, personal and perceptive lyrics, and an energetic live show. Taking cues from bands like Siouxsie Sioux, LCD Soundsystem, and Pixies, they recently released their debut album, Letter To Self, an intense and raw blend of garage and post-punk on… Continue reading Album of the Month – January 2024

Rough Trade, an independent music retailer, has revealed plans to open a new store in Liverpool. Scheduled to open in Q1 2024, the 6500 square foot store will be the company’s largest location in the UK and will include the company’s largest venue space. The new store will be located on Hanover Street and will… Continue reading Rough Trade is Coming to Liverpool!

Chicago’s Slow Pulp has made a name for themselves with their debut album on ANTI- Records, Yard. The new release incorporates sonics and lyrics that create a unique atmospheric sound. Slow Pulp recently visited Rough Trade NYC where they discussed the influence of music on their compositions. During the interview, group members shared the tracks… Continue reading Shoplifting with Slow Pulp

After receiving a compliment about their shows in Tel Aviv, Massive Attack spoke out about their boycott of gigs in Israel that started in 1999 and continues today. The group responded on their official Twitter account, stating that they have not performed in Israel since the international request was made by Palestinian civic society and… Continue reading Massive Attack speak out on their boycott of gigs in Israel since 1999

Scots band Cocteau Twins’ eighth album ‘Milk & Kisses’ is set to be officially re-released. The album was first released in March 1996 by Fontana Records in the UK. The re-release is now available for purchase and presented in audiophile 140gm vinyl by Proper Records, in partnership with Universal Music Recordings. The labels have paid… Continue reading Cocteau Twins reissue final album ‘Milk & Kisses’ on vinyl

British band Enter Shikari has released a teaser on social media for new material that may feature a collaboration with David Attenborough. The graphic displayed is accompanied by the number “333”. The band’s frontman, Rou Reynolds, posted a clip on Instagram of him singing with a cardboard cutout of the British broadcaster and biologist. Although… Continue reading It looks like Enter Shikari are teasing new material (with David Attenborough?)

Shoegaze is a subgenre of indie-rock that emerged in the early 1980s. It stood out from big arena rock by obscuring vocals under waves of warm distortion, limitless guitar textures and layers of noise. The genre was naturally for the introverted, since shoegazers spent more time looking at their feet and pedals than engaging with… Continue reading Rough Trade Essential: Shoegaze

2024 is set to bring incredible new music releases from some of our favorite artists. From debut albums to long-awaited comebacks, Rough Trade has exclusive vinyl pre-orders available for the best new releases on the market. Here are some of the standout releases ranked by their release dates. Kicking off our list is Kali Uchis’… Continue reading Most Anticipated Albums of 2024

Suicide rates in the UK remain worryingly high, with one person taking their own life every 90 minutes. It’s a fact that highlights just how important it is to openly debate mental health and promote life-saving initiatives. Musicians, artists and entertainers face a higher risk of suicide, so it’s important to offer support where possible.… Continue reading Rough Trade x CALM