The Belair Lip Bombs: Giving indie music a proper crack
Discover how Australian indie-rock quartet The Belair Lip Bombs are taking the music world by storm with their raw energy and determination to give their musical dreams 'a proper crack'.
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Mariam Doumbia on life after Amadou & Mariam
In an emotional interview, Mariam Doumbia of legendary Malian duo Amadou & Mariam shares her journey through grief and how music continues to connect her to her late husband and musical partner.
UK Pop Music Crisis: Majority Say Quality Has Declined
A startling new survey reveals that the majority of UK music enthusiasts believe British pop music has declined in quality, with many claiming it's become 'too generic' and 'manufactured'.
Bob Vylan slams BBC over Glastonbury coverage
London punk grime artists Bob Vylan accuse BBC of selective coverage after Glastonbury performance, claiming broadcaster highlighted their music while omitting powerful political statements about poverty and inequality.
Brazil approves controversial Amazon oil drilling
Brazil's government has approved controversial oil exploration in the Amazon River mouth, defying scientists and environmentalists who warn of catastrophic ecosystem damage in one of Earth's most biodiverse regions.
Mavis Staples: Submit Your Questions for Music Legend
Gospel and soul icon Mavis Staples, whose career spans seven revolutionary decades, is opening the floor to readers. Submit your questions about her incredible journey from civil rights anthems to rock collaborations.
Pubs open until 1am for England's Euro 2024 final
The UK government announces special licensing extension allowing pubs to remain open until 1am for England's Euro 2024 final clash with Spain, giving fans extra celebration time.
Riot Women to Sunlight: Essential New Album Reviews
From explosive feminist punk to euphoric dance anthems, discover the week's must-hear albums that are setting the music scene alight. Our comprehensive review covers everything from Riot Women's raw energy to Sunlight's uplifting beats.
Hugh Cutting's Lost Album 'Refound' Finally Released
Discover the extraordinary story behind Hugh Cutting's rediscovered album 'Refound' - an idiosyncratic collection that delivers profound musical satisfaction decades after its creation.
Spotify partners with major labels on AI music tools
Spotify announces groundbreaking AI partnerships with Universal Music, Warner Music and Merlin to develop new AI-powered music tools that could reshape the industry landscape.
Police shut down Harry Potter Halloween pub party
A magical Halloween event at a UK pub featuring Harry Potter themes was abruptly closed by police after attracting massive crowds and breaching licensing regulations.
Late-night pub hours failing communities, report warns
A sobering new analysis reveals that relaxed late-night licensing laws are creating more problems than prosperity, with local residents bearing the brunt of noise and disruption while promised economic benefits fail to materialise.
TV Licence Crackdown: 5,486 Homes Face £1,000 Fines
TV Licensing launches major enforcement campaign targeting thousands of households across the UK. Here's what you need to know to avoid substantial fines.
Rebel Women Reshaping UK Music Scenes
Discover how a new generation of female musicians and promoters are breathing life into UK music scenes, creating inclusive spaces and challenging industry norms.
Jordan Patterson: Coffee Shop Charms & This Week's Best Music
Discover why Jordan Patterson's intimate acoustic sound is captivating listeners and explore the must-hear tracks dominating UK playlists this week.
King Princess on Creating 'Girl Violence' and Industry Defiance
Exclusive interview reveals how Mikaela Straus transformed personal turmoil into musical gold while challenging music industry expectations and embracing queer identity.
UK pubs face £1,500 licensing fee crisis
British publicans confront fresh financial pressures as government plans could impose substantial new licensing costs, adding to existing challenges in the hospitality sector.
Labour's Plan to Transform UK Pub Opening Hours
Sir Keir Starmer announces radical overhaul of pub licensing laws, giving landlords power to set flexible opening times and revitalise Britain's struggling hospitality sector.
New Platform Fights to Save UK's Grassroots Music Venues
A groundbreaking new digital platform is set to transform how small music venues secure funding, offering fans direct investment opportunities in their favourite local spaces while combating the venue crisis sweeping Britain.
Starmer's plan to extend pub hours and boost live music
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces radical plans to extend pub opening times and cut red tape for live music venues, promising a new dawn for Britain's struggling hospitality sector.
Pub hours extension proposed for England and Wales
The government is considering permanent extended pub licensing hours to boost the hospitality sector and create a more continental-style nightlife culture across England and Wales.
Gatwick taxi drivers protest Uber's licensing advantage
Hundreds of licensed taxi drivers brought roads around Gatwick Airport to a standstill, protesting what they call Uber's circumvention of local licensing laws that's crippling their livelihoods.
Victoria Beckham's £716k music royalties shock
Former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham continues to rake in massive earnings from her singing career decades later, with new financial documents revealing astonishing royalty figures for 2024.
Don Leisure wins Welsh Music Prize 2025
Cardiff-based producer Don Leisure triumphs at the Welsh Music Prize 2025 with his boundary-pushing album 'Tŷrchu Sain', beating fierce competition from emerging Welsh talent.
France's lost 1968 rock revolution revealed
Uncover the explosive story of France's forgotten 1968 rock underground, where bands played psychiatric hospitals, invented new languages, and created a musical revolution that defied all conventions.
Pubs get extended hours for England World Cup games
UK pubs and bars can apply for extended opening hours during England's World Cup campaign, allowing fans to cheer on the team with later drinks service.
Cannabis Bribery Scandal Rocks California City Officials
Explosive lawsuit reveals Baldwin Park officials allegedly demanded massive bribes from cannabis businesses in exchange for operating permits, exposing corruption in California's legal weed industry.
Labour Civil War: Burnham Attacks Starmer on Hospitality Betrayal
Senior Labour figures, including Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, launch a blistering attack on Keir Starmer's party for siding with the Conservatives on crippling licensing fees for pubs and venues.
Discover the authentic music of New Orleans
An immersive travel guide to the living music scene of New Orleans. Explore the city's legendary jazz haunts, vibrant Cajun dance halls, and the very spots where American music history is made every night.
Garland's Bold Tendencies Show Redefines London Music
An immersive and genre-defying performance by Garland at London's iconic Bold Tendencies venue challenges conventions and captivates audiences with its raw energy and innovative soundscapes.
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