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.
Home Again: The Temper Trap Triumphantly Return To London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town
Sixteen years on from Conditions, The Temper Trap proved they can still make a London crowd soar. Returning to the O2 Forum Kentish Town after a long absence from UK stages, the Australian four-piece delivered a set that balanced nostalgia with fresh intent — a love letter to the city that helped them break through and a promise of what’s yet to come.
Download Festival XXIII: A New Chapter Of Chaos And Communion With Colossal 2026 Lineup
There are few places on earth where the air vibrates quite like it does at Donington Park in June. For over two decades, Download Festival has been the unshakable heart of heavy music in the UK — a sanctuary for the faithful, a proving ground for the fearless, and a...
Latitude Festival 2026: Line-Up Revealed As 20 Years Of Fearless Creativity To Be Celebrated At Henham Park
When Latitude Festival first appeared on the UK festival calendar back in 2006, it was a curiosity. A Suffolk gathering that dared to put poetry beside pop, philosophy beside punk, and literature beside late-night raves. Two decades later, that experiment in creative collision has become one of Britain’s most beloved cultural institutions.
Sting Brings Masterful Intimacy To London’s Hammersmith Apollo On The 3.0 Tour
The lights dim at the Hammersmith Apollo, and the crowd’s gentle chatter fades to a low hum of anticipation. A bass guitar hums through the PA — deep, resonant, unmistakable. Three silhouettes appear on stage: Sting, his longtime guitarist Dominic Miller, and drummer...
The Beast, The Band, The Moment: Cardinal Black Conquer KOKO With Soul, Fire, And Timeless Class
It’s a rare thing to witness a band that sounds bigger than the room they’re playing — a band whose sound, emotion, and sheer presence seem to stretch beyond four walls. But that’s exactly what Cardinal Black achieved at KOKO in London's Camden. The Welsh rock-soul...
Queens Of The Stone Age Unearth The Catacombs At London’s Royal Albert Hall
An ominous soundscape of chirping crickets and rumbling synths filled the Royal Albert Hall, a bell tolling through the dark as silhouettes began to move through the aisles. From the shadows emerged Queens Of The Stone Age, sharply suited and swaggering, arriving not...
Hot Water Music Heat Up A Cold Evening At London’s Roundhouse
There are punk shows, and then there are Hot Water Music shows where sweat, heart, and community all melt together into something bigger than just a gig. When the Common Thread Tour rolled into London’s Roundhouse, it wasn’t just another date on the calendar; it felt like a celebration of everything punk rock stands for: passion, honesty, and a damn good sing-along.
The Kooks Announce Huge UK Outdoor Shows For Summer 2026
British indie favourites The Kooks have announced a run of major outdoor concerts for summer 2026, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their era-defining debut album Inside In/Inside Out.
The four-date run will see the band take over some of the UK’s most scenic open-air venues, kicking off at Delamere Forest, Northwich on 17th June, before heading to Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Live at The Piece Hall, Halifax and Bristol Sounds at Canons Marsh Amphitheatre.
The Damned Announce Emotional Tribute Album Not Like Everybody Else Honouring Founding Guitarist Brian James
British punk pioneers The Damned have announced details of their new album Not Like Everybody Else, a powerful collection of covers recorded in tribute to the band’s founding guitarist Brian James, who passed away in March 2025. The album is set for release on 23rd January 2026, marking both a poignant farewell and a full-circle moment for one of the most influential bands in punk history.
The Molotovs Deliver Message Of Hope With Sold-Out Electric Ballroom Show
Rising British rock outfit The Molotovs took over Camden’s Electric Ballroom a sold-out show that cemented their reputation as one of the most exciting young live acts in the country. The gig came just days before the release of their new single Rhythm Of Yourself, out 31st October via Marshall Records, as the teenage sibling duo aim for a remarkable third consecutive UK No.1 physical single.
