Jacob Alon named Brits Critics' Choice winner for 2026
Scottish singer Jacob Alon triumphs as the Brits Critics' Choice winner for 2026, securing a place among future stars. Discover their journey and watch the ceremony live on 28 February.
Scottish singer Jacob Alon triumphs as the Brits Critics' Choice winner for 2026, securing a place among future stars. Discover their journey and watch the ceremony live on 28 February.
Justin Bieber and DJ Snake's 2016 hit 'Let Me Love You' storms back into the Spotify Global Top 50. The pop icon is also reportedly in talks for a major UK festival performance, his first here in nine years. Read the full story.
Country music icon Dolly Parton addresses health speculation as she turns 80, insisting she feels energised and has no plans to slow down. Get the full story on her recent statements and the truth behind cancelled appearances.
Folk singer Tucker Zimmerman, whose 1969 debut was adored by David Bowie, has died with his wife Marie-Claire in a fire at their Belgian home. Read the full tribute.
Scottish non-binary singer-songwriter Jacob Alon has been announced as the first winner for The BRITs 2026, securing the prestigious Critics' Choice award. Discover their journey and the ceremony's historic move to Manchester.
Dunfermline-born artist Jacob Alon triumphs as the 2026 Brits Critics' Choice winner. The Scottish singer reflects on his journey and the power of vulnerability in music. Discover his story.
Rapper Nicki Minaj launched a homophobic social media tirade against journalist Don Lemon after he reported on a protest at a Minnesota church linked to ICE. Read the full story and official reactions.
Andrew Clements, the Guardian's esteemed chief classical music critic for over 30 years, has died aged 75. Read about his influential career championing new music.
Poison shelve plans for a 2026 reunion tour after drummer Rikki Rockett claims singer Bret Michaels demanded an unfair share of the profits. Read the full story on the band's financial fallout.
Mikey Shulman, CEO of AI music giant Suno, defends his platform against lawsuits and accusations of creating 'slop'. Can AI be a tool for creativity, or is it the executioner of human artistry? Explore the debate.
Experience the profound minimalism of Morton Feldman's 'For Philip Guston' in a rare, marathon live performance by the GBSR Duo at Kings Place, London. Discover why deep listening rewards patience.
Cruz Beckham, 20, shares intimate rehearsal photos with girlfriend Jackie Apostel, 30, ahead of his one-night-only London show with band The Breakers on March 27th.
BTS announce two London shows for July 2026. Get all the key details on presale access, general sale timings, and where to buy tickets for their long-awaited UK return.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has officially proclaimed January 19, 2026, as Dolly Parton Day, honouring the music legend's 80th birthday and her immense philanthropic legacy. Read the full story.
Music legend Marcella Detroit, of Shakespears Sister fame, was unmasked as Gargoyle on ITV's The Masked Singer. Discover the full story behind the reveal.
Iconic 1960s singer Tucker Zimmerman and his wife of 56 years, Marie-Claire Lambert, have died from asphyxiation in a horrific house fire in Belgium. Read the full story.
Lorraine Kelly makes emotional return to ITV show following the death of her father, John, 84, after a fall on ice. Colleagues and viewers offer support.
Guy Johnston premieres Joseph Phibbs's compelling cello concerto with the BBC Symphony Orchestra under Clemens Schuldt at the Barbican, London. Read our full review.
Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman issues apology after suggesting religious bias affects work in Bollywood. The controversy sparks industry-wide debate on discrimination.
Country legend Dolly Parton turns 80, sharing her grief over husband Carl Dean's death and marking the milestone with a charity single. Read her emotional update.
Netflix releases a no-holds-barred trailer for its three-part Take That documentary, featuring unseen footage and raw interviews. Stream the band's full story from 27th January.
The star-studded lineup for Super Bowl 2026 is set. Bad Bunny will headline the halftime show, with Green Day, Brandi Carlile, Charlie Puth, and Coco Jones also performing. Read the full details.
Jesy Nelson and fiancé Zion Foster have reportedly ended their relationship, focusing on co-parenting their twin daughters diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1. Read the full story.
Country music icon Dolly Parton missed her own 80th birthday concert due to health struggles, after cancelling shows and a Dollywood trip. Read the latest on her wellbeing.
As Dolly Parton celebrates her 80th birthday, we explore her journey from a one-room cabin to global stardom, her iconic songwriting, and why she turned down Elvis Presley. Discover her remarkable story.
The full lineup for Super Bowl LX in California is revealed, featuring Bad Bunny, Green Day, Brandi Carlile, Charlie Puth, and Coco Jones. Get all the details on the performances.
Green Day will perform the Super Bowl 60 opening ceremony, joining halftime act Bad Bunny. Both acts are vocal critics of Donald Trump, sparking backlash from his supporters. Read the full story.
Charli XCX and Kylie Jenner turned heads in skimpy black bikinis to promote their new mockumentary 'The Moment'. The film hits select US cinemas on January 30. Read more.
As country music legend Dolly Parton celebrates her 80th birthday, we revisit her incredible journey from humble Appalachian roots to a $650 million fortune, her recent health scare, and why she insists she's just getting started.
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds deliver a fierce, two-and-a-half hour set in Perth, marking their triumphant Australian return after nine years. Read our full review of the electrifying show.