Luvcat Dazzles At KOKO: Theatrical Noir, Liverpudlian Charm And A Dash Of Red Wine Magic
For an artist whose world seems stitched together from silver-screen glamour, smoky jazz clubs and the afterglow of heartbreak, Luvcat – the stage name of Liverpool-born Sophie Morgan Howarth – is every bit as cinematic live as her debut album Vicious Delicious suggests. At KOKO, Camden on Wednesday night, the rising star turned the storied venue into a dreamscape of old Hollywood, haunted romance and camp theatre – a show that was equal parts cabaret, confession and carnival.
Reef Replenish The O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire On Debut LP’s 25th Anniversary Spectacular
Thirty years after Reef hit the charts, they’re back to celebrate the record that cemented them as Britpop stalwarts. After three decades, Replenish stands up as a strong statement, and the way it emerges onstage at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire is a slow, realised appreciation of how an album can spread it’s roots over time.
ALYA Brings Christmas Cheer With Two New Festive Singles — Including A Duet With Eric Clapton
GRAMMY®-winning singer-songwriter ALYA is getting into the holiday spirit with the release of two new Christmas singles — a stunning rendition of the classic Silent Night, featuring none other than Eric Clapton, and a brand-new festive original, No More Lonely Christmas.
Betty Boo Announces UK & Ireland Tour Celebrating Classic Album Reissues
After a triumphant return to the live circuit earlier this year, Betty Boo has announced another run of UK and Ireland dates for winter 2025, celebrating the reissues of her groundbreaking ‘90s albums Boomania and GRRR! It’s Betty Boo.
Blood Orange To Headline And Curate Main Stage At RALLY Festival 2026
RALLY Festival has announced that Blood Orange, the celebrated musical project of Devonté Hynes, will headline and co-curate its 2026 edition at London’s Southwark Park on Saturday 29 August 2026. The London-born, New York-based artist will not only deliver a landmark live set but also help shape the creative direction of RALLY’s main stage, bringing his distinctive artistic vision to one of London’s most forward-thinking festivals.
Thomas Raggi Announces Star-Studded Solo Debut ‘Masquerade’ Produced By Tom Morello
Thomas Raggi — the acclaimed Italian guitarist best known for his electrifying work with global rock phenomenon Måneskin — has announced details of his long-awaited solo debut Masquerade, due for release on 5th December. The album, produced by Rage Against The Machine and Audioslave icon Tom Morello, marks a bold new era for one of modern rock’s most exciting guitarists.
Hayley Williams Announces At A Bachelorette Party 2026 Tour Including UK Dates
Hayley Williams has revealed full details of her hugely anticipated 2026 European and UK headline tour — titled Hayley Williams At A Bachelorette Party — marking a major next chapter in her solo journey.
Foo Fighters Announce Take Cover Tour 2026 — Two Huge Liverpool Stadium Shows Confirmed
Get ready to take cover — Foo Fighters are heading back to the UK and Europe in 2026 with their brand new Take Cover Tour, bringing their signature high-octane rock energy to stadiums, arenas and festivals across the continent. The run will see Dave Grohl, Nate...
Sananda Maitreya Announces Deluxe Vinyl Retrospective ‘Juvenilia: The Columbia Years’
Visionary artist Sananda Maitreya has announced the release of Juvenilia: The Columbia Years — a deluxe 4-LP vinyl box set celebrating his groundbreaking early albums. Set for release on 6th February 2026 via Sony Music UK and Music On Vinyl in collaboration with TreeHouse Publishing, the collection gathers four of his most influential works: Introducing The Hardline According To Sananda Maitreya (1987), Neither Fish Nor Flesh (1989), Symphony Or Damn (1993), and Vibrator (1995).
GeeJay Celebrate Unconditional Love with Heartfelt New Single ‘My Baby’
Rising UK soul duo GeeJay return with their tender new single My Baby, a soulful, piano-led ballad that celebrates the deep, enduring love between parent and child. Arriving as the pair prepare for their biggest headline show to date at Islington Assembly Hall on November 20th, the release marks another milestone in their ascent through the UK’s thriving independent soul scene.
The Great Emu War Casualties Spread Their Wings with New EP ‘Permanent Resident’
Melbourne’s The Great Emu War Casualties return with their new EP Permanent Resident, a vibrant and unpredictable five-track release that cements their reputation as one of Australia’s most intriguing indie exports. Blending the shimmering hooks of Bloc Party and Two Door Cinema Club with the eccentric edge of Talking Heads and Everything Everything, the band’s latest collection captures both their restless creativity and growing international ambition.
From Storm To Spotlight: The Nocturnal Affair & The SoapGirls Bring Contrast And Chaos To Islington Assembly Hall
London’s Islington Assembly Hall was drenched in both rain and anticipation on a stormy November evening that felt tailor-made for the gothic grandeur and theatrical energy that would unfold inside. Outside, a devoted queue wrapped around the venue in dripping corpse...
JERUB Unveils Soulful New Mixtape ‘The Wonder Years’ And Announces Biggest Headline Tour To Date
UK alt-pop rising star JERUB has released his brand-new mixtape The Wonder Years marking another milestone in what has already been a defining year for the Nottingham-based artist. The mixtape lands hot on the heels of JERUB’s chart-topping single Kumbaya, which...
Roland Gift Shares Festive New Single ‘Everybody Knows It’s Christmas’ And Expands 40th Anniversary Tour
The unmistakable voice behind Fine Young Cannibals, Roland Gift, returns this winter with a brand-new festive single, Everybody Knows It’s Christmas, out now. The release coincides with news that his 40 Years of Songs by Fine Young Cannibals tour has been extended into May 2026 following overwhelming demand.
Infinite Coles Drops Defiant New Single ‘DMs’ Ahead of Debut Album ‘SweetFace Killah’
NYC-born artist, performer, and model Infinite Coles has dropped his explosive new single DMs, the latest taste of his forthcoming debut album SweetFace Killah, set for release on 5th December via Don’t Sleep/PIAS. The track, a fierce and defiant afro-house anthem,...
Afterdrive Unveil Bold New Single ‘Necklace’ Following Ed Sheeran Support Shows
Rising Ipswich quartet Afterdrive continue their rapid ascent through the UK’s alt-pop scene with the release of their striking new single Necklace, out now on all streaming platforms. The track arrives hot on the heels of support slots with Ed Sheeran and The K’s,...
Band Of Skulls Announce ‘Cold Fame’ UK Tour With The Duke Spirit And The Howlers
Following a triumphant North American run supporting Jet — and two explosive California headline shows including a sold-out night at Los Angeles’ legendary Troubadour — Band Of Skulls have announced their return to the UK for the Cold Fame Tour this December 2025, joined by very special guests The Duke Spirit and The Howlers.
Les Négresses Vertes Announce Exclusive London Show At Camden’s Electric Ballroom
Parisian legends Les Négresses Vertes have announced an exclusive London date at Camden’s Electric Ballroom on 25th April 2026, marking their long-awaited return to UK shores as part of their European Zobi Tour.
