MUSE To Headline BST Hyde Park 2027 With Nothing But Thieves And CHVRCHES
MUSE are the latest major act announced for American Express presents BST Hyde Park 2027, taking to the Great Oak Stage in London on Saturday 26th June. The two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning rock trio will be joined by special guests Nothing But Thieves and CHVRCHES, bringing together three of the UK’s most successful and distinctive alternative acts for one of next summer’s biggest outdoor shows.
The Samurai Seven Return With New Single ‘¡Dios Mío!’ As UK Tour With The Boo Radleys Gets Underway
The Samurai Seven continue their unexpected comeback with the release of new single ¡Dios Mío!, their second new recording in more than 20 years, following September’s Make It Real EP. The track arrives as the Oxford indie favourites begin a run of UK dates supporting The Boo Radleys, with the tour opening in Manchester.
The Great Emu War Casualties Unveil New EP ‘Mal du Siècle’ And Share ‘Groovy’
Australian alt-rock outfit The Great Emu War Casualties have released their new EP, Mal du Siècle, alongside its infectious focus track Groovy. The five-track collection finds the Melbourne-based band pushing their sound into fresh territory, swapping some of the introspection of their debut album for a more outward-looking, energetic and playfully unpredictable approach.
Skerryvore Celebrate New Album ‘Beautiful Mistakes’ With Focus Track ‘Second Chance’
Skerryvore have released their ambitious new album, Beautiful Mistakes, marking another milestone in a career that has seen the Scottish band grow from their roots in the Hebrides into one of the country’s most celebrated live acts. The record arrives following the success of 2023’s Tempus, their first album to reach the UK Top 40 and a chart-topper on both the Folk Albums and Scottish Albums charts.
These Wicked Rivers Release Acoustic Version Of ‘Rise’ Ahead Of UK Headline Tour
These Wicked Rivers have released an acoustic version of their latest single, Rise, offering a fresh take on one of the key tracks from their recently released third album, Fire And Folklore. The Derbyshire rockers, who topped the UK Rock Album Chart with the record, are preparing to hit the road for an extensive run of UK headline dates, beginning in Newcastle on 19th November.
Ryan Adams Announces New Album ‘Animal’ And Shares Lead Single ‘Amethyst’
Ryan Adams has announced the release of his new album, Animal, a ten-track collection arriving on 12th February 2027 through his own PAX-AM label. The announcement, made on his 52nd birthday, comes alongside the release of lead single Amethyst, offering the first taste of a record that finds the acclaimed singer-songwriter embracing a largely solo creative approach.
Harun Tekin Reimagines The Beatles, Kate Bush And Elton John On Debut Solo EP ‘A Dictionary Of Night’
Harun Tekin, lead vocalist of Turkey’s biggest alternative rock band mor ve ötesi, has released his debut solo EP, A Dictionary Of Night. The six-track collection sees the singer step into a more intimate musical space, reinterpreting songs by The Beatles, Kate Bush and Elton John, alongside three selections from the Turkish musical canon.
Royal Blood Unveil Final Preview Of New Album ‘Dead Company’ With ‘Mother Never Told You’
Royal Blood have released Mother Never Told You, the fourth and final single to be unveiled ahead of their highly anticipated new album, Dead Company, which arrives this Friday via Warner Records.
Bif Naked Swaps Punk Rock For Peak-Time Electro House On New Single ‘Hey Little Frankie’
Canadian rock icon Bif Naked is stepping onto the dancefloor with Hey Little Frankie, a bold new single that sees her trade punk-rock guitars for high-voltage electro house. Produced by Jason Darr, the track marks a striking change of direction, driven by a pounding 130 BPM bassline and aggressive synths designed for peak-time club sets.
Twenty Flight Rockers Make A Triumphant Return To London After 39 Years At The 100 Club
It has been 39 years since Twenty Flight Rockers last played in London, but the wait is finally over. Persuaded that the time is right for a reunion, the band have returned for a short run of shows celebrating the release of Live ’85, the live album originally intended to be their debut release. For those of us who remember seeing them in their heyday, this is a chance to revisit a band whose rockabilly-fuelled energy has clearly lost none of its appeal. I can hardly believe it has been almost four decades since I last saw them perform.
RAYE Brings Her Mercury Prize Winning ‘THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE’ To BST Hyde Park 2027
RAYE is set to make her BST Hyde Park debut next summer, joining the 2027 line-up as its second headliner. The South London-born singer-songwriter will take to the Great Oak Stage on Saturday 10th July, with rising star Sienna Spiro confirmed as a very special guest. Further artists are still to be announced.
Mutations Festival 2026 – Friday: From Harp Strings To Bedlam And Everything In Between
Ever since first attending Mutations in 2022, I have described it as a more manageable, densely packed version of The Great Escape. Since the festival condensed into two days, that description has become even more apt. Spanning multiple genres and a good selection of the city’s venues, it is a no-brainer for local live music fans looking to broaden their horizons and discover their next favourite band.
Arabella Lucia Strips Back The Rock And Roll At Yungblud’s B.R.A.T Cave
Beneath London’s Denmark Street, in the intimate, sweat-soaked surroundings of Yungblud’s B.R.A.T Cave, Arabella Lucia trades the full-band electricity of her usual performances for an acoustic set that puts her voice, songwriting and personality firmly in the spotlight. For the self-proclaimed Rockstar Princess, this is an opportunity to reveal the vulnerability beneath the punk-rock attitude, and to show just how much she is developing as an artist.
Desperate Measures Celebrate 45 Years With A Raucous Punk Birthday Party At The Hope And Anchor
Forty-five years on, Desperate Measures remain as combustible as ever. Presented by Vive Le Rock Magazine, this anniversary party at The Hope & Anchor on Saturday 24th October 2026 brings the New Zealand punk veterans together with two energetic support acts for a night of fast guitars, furious vocals and unapologetic attitude. Having reformed in London around a decade ago, the band are now preparing for a homecoming tour of New Zealand next May. First, though, there is unfinished business to attend to on home turf.
Serra Marinheiro Casts A Spell With New Single ‘spells in my living room’
Singer-songwriter Serra Marinheiro continues her creative rebirth with spells in my living room, a captivating new single that further establishes the sound and identity of an artist embracing a newfound confidence and freedom of expression following her departure from her former musical project, POESY.
The Wellermen Announce Debut Original Album ‘Homeward Bound’ And Unveil New Single ‘Samhain’
Transatlantic folk collective The Wellermen are set to take a major step forward with the announcement of their new album, Homeward Bound, arriving on 12th March. Marking the group’s first full-length collection of original, self-written material, the 13-track record sees the five-piece draw on their diverse musical backgrounds to create a collection rooted in traditional folk storytelling, rich harmonies and contemporary songwriting.
SoJo Turns Heartbreak Into A New Beginning With ‘Arena For Love’ Ahead Of Debut Album ‘Feeling Free’
Singer-songwriter SoJo transforms personal heartbreak into an uplifting declaration of independence with her new single Arena For Love, released ahead of her debut album, Feeling Free, arriving on 4th December.
Yee Loi Unleash ‘Miraclist’ As Fourth Single Ahead Of Debut Album ‘Flicks, Licks, Party Tricks’
Teenage punk firebrands Yee Loi return with Miraclist, their electrifying fourth single and latest preview of their forthcoming debut album, Flicks, licks, party tricks, due for release on 15th January 2027 via Modern Sky UK.
