Laura Ann Singh's Spiky Jazz: This Week's Essential Tracks
Discover the electrifying free jazz of Laura Ann Singh and other must-hear tracks in this week's Guardian music roundup, featuring bold new sounds reshaping the UK jazz scene.
Discover the electrifying free jazz of Laura Ann Singh and other must-hear tracks in this week's Guardian music roundup, featuring bold new sounds reshaping the UK jazz scene.
The BBC announces the premiere date for 'Girlbands Forever,' a captivating documentary exploring the legacy of iconic girl groups from the 90s and 00s, featuring exclusive interviews and never-before-seen footage.
An ambitious new initiative backed by The Guardian seeks to transform the UK's live music scene by spreading performances beyond traditional urban hubs to communities nationwide.
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'.
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.
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'.
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.
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.
An extraordinary exhibition at The Morgan Library unveils Pierre-Auguste Renoir's intimate drawings, offering unprecedented insight into the Impressionist master's creative process beyond his famous paintings.
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.
Discover the extraordinary story behind Hugh Cutting's rediscovered album 'Refound' - an idiosyncratic collection that delivers profound musical satisfaction decades after its creation.
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.
A groundbreaking exhibition at Westminster's Church House, 'The Unsilenced', brings to light the hidden histories and contributions of Black Britons through compelling photography and personal narratives.
Discover how a new generation of female musicians and promoters are breathing life into UK music scenes, creating inclusive spaces and challenging industry norms.
Discover why Jordan Patterson's intimate acoustic sound is captivating listeners and explore the must-hear tracks dominating UK playlists this week.
Exclusive interview reveals how Mikaela Straus transformed personal turmoil into musical gold while challenging music industry expectations and embracing queer identity.
Discover how Peter Doig's groundbreaking exhibition at London's Serpentine Gallery merges visual art with musical composition in an immersive sensory experience that redefines contemporary painting.
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.
Step inside a stunning new exhibition showcasing legendary photographic portraits of cultural icons including Marilyn Monroe, Brigitte Bardot, and a surprisingly mischievous elephant captured by master photographers.
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.
Discover the ultimate Barbie experience coming to a British city, featuring rare dolls, fashion archives, and interactive installations that trace her remarkable 65-year evolution from toy to cultural phenomenon.
A groundbreaking London exhibition reveals how gallery owner Betty Parsons launched Rothko, Pollock and other abstract expressionist legends while maintaining her own scintillating artistic practice.
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.
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.
Taylor Swift's transformative journey from country sweetheart to global pop phenomenon takes centre stage in 'Showgirl: The Look of Taylor Swift', a groundbreaking exhibition opening in 2025 that promises unprecedented insight into the superstar's iconic
Tate Britain's major Lee Miller retrospective finally gives the pioneering photographer her rightful place in art history, moving beyond her famous modelling career to celebrate her extraordinary work as a war correspondent and surrealist artist.
A major new exhibition at London's Barbican Centre, 'Dirty Looks', challenges fashion's obsession with perfection, celebrating the beauty of decay, wear, and the eroticism of used clothing.
A new exhibition showcases the iconic photographer's intimate access to Oasis, from early rehearsals to global stardom, revealing the raw energy that defined Britpop.
The Victoria and Albert Museum unveils a stunning new exhibition, 'Style & Splendour: The Fashion of Marie Antoinette', exploring the enduring influence of the iconic queen's revolutionary wardrobe on modern design.
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.