Damon Albarn, the frontman of Blur, has divulged that he initially did not want to perform for the band’s second Wembley show last year, despite it going on to become their “best ever” gig. Albarn revealed the near-cancellation during an interview with KROQ while at Coachella, sharing that he was trying to find reasons to… Continue reading Damon Albarn reveals he didn’t want to perform during the second night of Blur’s Wembley shows
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Dua Lipa says she’s been planning for ‘Radical Optimism’ since before her debut album
Dua Lipa has been preparing for her upcoming album ‘Radical Optimism’ since before she released her first album. During an interview with Time Magazine, the singer spoke about her belief in manifestation and revealed that she has been thinking about her new record for a long time. In fact, Lipa has been making notes about… Continue reading Dua Lipa says she’s been planning for ‘Radical Optimism’ since before her debut album
Courtney Love says Taylor Swift is “not important” and “not interesting as an artist”
During an interview with The Standard to promote her new BBC Radio 6 Music and BBC Sounds series called Courtney Love’s Women, Courtney Love shared her thoughts on Taylor Swift, Lana Del Rey and Madonna. Love’s show uplifts and celebrates women in music, however, she criticised Swift, saying, “Taylor is not important. She might be… Continue reading Courtney Love says Taylor Swift is “not important” and “not interesting as an artist”
Hozier responds to Homer Simpson ‘cover’ of ‘Take Me To Church’ – and shares views on use of AI in music
Hozier has given his thoughts on the usage of artificial intelligence (AI) in music during a recent interview. The Irish singer spoke to Dan O’Connell of Radio X, revealing that he is aware of instances where his voice was used by the technology to cover different tracks. One of the examples he gave was a… Continue reading Hozier responds to Homer Simpson ‘cover’ of ‘Take Me To Church’ – and shares views on use of AI in music
Zack Snyder reveals “only movie” he wishes he could change
In a recent interview with Empire, Zack Snyder revealed his desire to make changes to one particular film from his past works. Despite being known for creating extended director’s cuts of his movies, Snyder is still unsatisfied with the finished product of Sucker Punch. “The only movie I would change is Sucker Punch because it… Continue reading Zack Snyder reveals “only movie” he wishes he could change
PennFest 2024 cancelled due to “challenging economic climate”
The organisers of PennFest recently announced that the festival will not take place in 2024 due to a challenging economic climate. The organisers shared on their official website that the increasing cost to deliver the quality of the event that customers expect, coupled with the current difficult trading conditions, made it impossible to continue. The… Continue reading PennFest 2024 cancelled due to “challenging economic climate”
Willow shares whimsical new single ‘Big Feelings’ and announces album ‘Empathogen’
Willow has announced the release of her new album ‘Empathogen’, featuring a second single ‘Big Feelings’ which she describes as a song about “accepting those intense feelings that you have no idea what to do with”. ‘Empathogen’, the American singer’s sixth studio album, is set for release on May 3 and will feature collaborations with… Continue reading Willow shares whimsical new single ‘Big Feelings’ and announces album ‘Empathogen’
Alcopop and Big Scary Monsters record labels join The Great Escape boycott over Barclaycard sponsorship in solidarity with Gaza
Alcopop! and Big Scary Monsters record labels have confirmed they will no longer be associated with The Great Escape festival due to its ties with Barclays bank. The Brighton-based festival is sponsored by the bank, which has come under scrutiny recently due to its financial links to companies supplying arms to Israel during the current… Continue reading Alcopop and Big Scary Monsters record labels join The Great Escape boycott over Barclaycard sponsorship in solidarity with Gaza
‘Rust’ weapons supervisor sentenced to 18 months in prison
Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the armourer on the set of the movie Rust, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison. In October of 2021, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot and director Joel Souza was injured on the set of the film, when a live round was discharged from a revolver being used as a prop… Continue reading ‘Rust’ weapons supervisor sentenced to 18 months in prison
Taylor Swift is sharing a hidden message about ‘Tortured Poets Department’ on Apple Music – here’s how to figure it out
Taylor Swift has set a trail of clues for her fans to solve in order to uncover a secret message on Apple Music, as part of the release week of her latest album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department’. Apple has confirmed that one word will be hidden in Swift’s lyrics on the streaming service each day.… Continue reading Taylor Swift is sharing a hidden message about ‘Tortured Poets Department’ on Apple Music – here’s how to figure it out