Idlewild Announce Self-Titled Album & Share Stirring New Single ‘It’s Not The First Time’
Scottish alternative rock stalwarts Idlewild have followed up the announcement of their first album in six years with the release of It’s Not The First Time, the second single from their forthcoming self-titled record, due 3rd October via V2 Records. The new track —...
Ash Announce Ninth Studio Album ‘Ad Astra’ Alongside New Single ‘Give Me Back My World’
Northern Ireland’s enduring power-pop trio Ash have announced their hotly anticipated ninth studio album, Ad Astra, set for release on 3rd Octobervia Fierce Panda Records. Arriving just over two years after 2023’s Race The Night—their highest-charting album in two...
Madi Diaz Announces Haunting New Album ‘Fatal Optimist’, Shares Raw Lead Single ‘Feel Something’
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Madi Diaz has announced her much-anticipated new album, Fatal Optimist, set for release on 10th October via ANTI- Records. The record arrives alongside the gripping lead single Feel Something, and news of a North American headline tour....
For Those I Love Announces Second Album ‘Carving The Stone’, Shares Ferocious New Single ‘Mirror’
Dublin-based poet, producer, and musical agitator David Balfe — better known as For Those I Love — is charging back into the spotlight with the announcement of his much-anticipated second album Carving The Stone, set for release on 8th August via September Recordings.
The Nocturnal Affair Bring Their Brooding Brand Of Dark Rock Back To The UK And Into Europe For The First Time
Las Vegas dark rockers The Nocturnal Affair are set to make their long-awaited return to the UK — and for the first time ever, the band will storm mainland Europe — as part of a scorching 14-date summer run with horror-punk legend Wednesday 13 and alt-metal icons...
Cian Ducrot Shares Uplifting New Single ‘Your Eyes’ & Gears Up For UK Tour Ahead Of Sophomore Album ‘Little Dreaming’
Rising Irish pop sensation Cian Ducrot continues his impressive 2025 with the release of his radiant new single Your Eyes, the latest preview from his hotly anticipated sophomore album Little Dreaming, which lands on 1st August via Polydor Records.
Chet Faker Shares Stirring New Single ‘Far Side Of The Moon’ & Announces Second London Show
Australian music icon Chet Faker returns with a heart-rending new single, Far Side Of The Moon, his first release since 2023’s Something Like This, and it marks a striking new chapter for one of alt-pop’s most celebrated voices. The track arrives with a cinematic new video and the announcement of a second headline London show at HERE At Outernet on 24th October, following a rapid sell-out of the first date.
Chance Peña Marks Columbia Records Debut With Haunting New Single ‘Tongue Tied’
Rising Texas-born singer, songwriter, and producer Chance Peña continues his stellar 2025 streak with the release of his evocative new single Tongue Tied, marking his official debut for Columbia Records. Known for blending folk acoustics, indie rock textures, and intimate lyricism, Peña delivers a soulful, stripped-back anthem that resonates with anyone who’s experienced the slow unraveling of a relationship.
Liang Lawrence Unveils Reflective New Single ‘A Day Off In Margaritaville’ Ahead Of Autumn UK Tour
Rising alt-pop storyteller Liang Lawrence has shared her shimmering new single A Day Off In Margaritaville, a vibrant, emotionally layered track that marks the first offering from her upcoming EP It’s A Funny Thing, due later this year via The Other Songs.
Mae Stephens Returns With Infectious New Single ‘Tiny Voice’
Breakout pop star Mae Stephens is back with a bang as she drops her irresistibly offbeat new single, Tiny Voice — a track as addictive as it is relatable. Following the runaway global success of her hit If We Ever Broke Up, which racked up over 500 million streams, landed her a Top 15 UK single, and earned Gold certifications in both the UK and US, Stephens continues to show why she’s one of the most exciting new voices in pop.
Maya Lane Announces New Single ‘I Don’t Know You Yet’ And Debut London Headline Show Ahead Of New EP
Rising UK pop-country star Maya Lane continues her impressive 2025 trajectory with the release of a stunning new single, I Don’t Know You Yet, out now. The introspective, stripped-back track offers a poignant taste of her forthcoming EP, The Hurt And The Healing, due out on 4th September, and precedes her debut headline show at London’s The Grace on 3rd September.
Perera Elsewhere Returns With Electrifying Double Single Ft. Andy S & Announces New Album
Berlin-based, UK-raised experimental artist Perera Elsewhere (aka Sasha Perera) is back with a high-voltage double single, F*ck Le System / Time Will Tell, out now on Friends Of Friends – both featuring viral Ivorian rapper Andy S. The release serves as a bold statement on feminine strength, social rebellion, and sonic experimentation.
The Long Road Festival 2025 Assembles Its Biggest Line-Up Yet For August Bank Holiday Weekend
Now entering its sixth and most ambitious year to date, The Long Road Festival 2025 is set to deliver its boldest celebration of country, Americana, and roots music yet, taking over the scenic Stanford Hall in Leicestershire from 22nd–24th August. With more than 80 artists across six stages, the weekend promises an immersive blend of genre-spanning music, authentic Americana culture, and inclusive community spirit — and has already become the festival’s fastest-selling edition to date.
A Night In Wonderland: Stevie Wonder And Guests Delight At BST Hyde Park 2025
“Awwwwight!” drawls Stevie Wonder, arms flung wide, grinning like a teenager trying on cockney charm for the first time. “Chillllllll!” he teases, milking the British banter for all it’s worth – and with that, the Hyde Park crowd is his. What follows is jubilant and...
Dance, Shadow And Harvest Under The Full Moon: Van Morrison, Yusuf Islam And Neil Young And The Chrome Hearts At BST Hyde Park 2025
Gone are the sparkled cowgirls and pop princesses of previous BST gigs. It’s the turn of the Baby Boomer generation to make up the core crowd of Hyde Park – a sea of grey hair, straw hats, and sensible shoes. They reapply sun cream religiously, have brought picnic blankets, and can be forgiven for taking their time getting up and down from the ground between acts. This is the generation that invented outdoor rock and folk festivals – and they’re here to show the rest of us how it’s done.
Poptones Play Their Wild Card With New Single ‘Say Something Now’ Ahead of Forthcoming Album ‘Pure’
Danish experimental rock trio Poptones have unveiled their new single Say Something Now, offering a taste of the unpredictability and emotional depth that defines their upcoming sophomore album Pure, out 26th September via Happy Metal Records. Where lead single Skin Of Sea teased a shift toward expansive and instinctive composition, Say Something Now dives headlong into that experimental impulse—guided, intriguingly, by the rules of UNO. Yes, the beloved card game.
Queens Of The Stone Age Announce Intimate European ‘Catacombs’ Tour, Including Special London Show
Queens Of The Stone Age have today unveiled details of their eagerly awaited Catacombs European Tour – a string of uniquely atmospheric shows inspired by their acclaimed 2024 Alive In The Catacombs performance. The tour, set for October 2025, will include a standout UK date at London’s Royal Albert Hall on 29th October, promising a rare and intimate reimagining of the band’s formidable back catalogue.
Alice Merton Brings Sharp Pop Precision To The Rainbow Stage At BST Hyde Park 2025
As the sun began to dip behind the trees in Hyde Park on 11th July, a throng of festival-goers packed into the Rainbow Stage area, drawn by the magnetic presence of German-Canadian artist Alice Merton. The singer-songwriter—best known for her breakout hit No Roots—delivered a punchy, emotionally agile set that brought the stage to a vibrant close, just before Neil Young And The Chrome Hearts took the spotlight over on the festival’s main Great Oak Stage.
