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BBC decision to axe LGBTQ+ dating show is two steps back, says contestant

Former contestants of I Kissed A Boy and I Kissed A Girl speak out as show axed due to "funding challenges".

Kanye West ordered to pay $140K following Malibu mansion trial

Handyman Tony Saxon claimed that he was owed $1million in unpaid wages and loss of earnings The post Kanye West ordered to pay $140K following Malibu mansion trial appeared first on NME.

Kim Gordon – ‘Play Me’ review: the godmother of alt-rock fearlessly turns to beats

Life begins at 72 as the Sonic Youth icon deconstructs these doom-scrolling times via a trip-hop driven nightmare The post Kim Gordon – ‘Play Me’ review: the godmother of alt-rock fearlessly turns to...

The Pussycat Dolls confirm reunion: 'We're celebrating where we're at as women'

Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour.

Jack Osbourne welcomes baby girl named after his father Ozzy

“Introducing Ozzy Matilda Osbourne” The post Jack Osbourne welcomes baby girl named after his father Ozzy appeared first on NME.

The Guardian Music8 months ago

‘Uncool rules’: the lo-fi pop pranksters reviving the Dutch answer to dada

Cheeky and rebellious, the Netherlands’ own brand of ‘ludiek’ zaniness thrived in the 1960s protest era. Now, the New Dutch Naivety movement is bringing it back with songs about chocolate, good transp...

Glastonbury artist to hold exhibition in year off

Joe Rush has taken sculptures to Glastonbury Festival for decades and is now exhibiting in London.

The Guardian - UK News8 months ago

Bruce Springsteen, Kate Moss and Johnny Depp to appear on all-star Shane MacGowan tribute album

Irish artists, British indie legends and US stars such as Tom Waits also contribute, with Springsteen writing essay about the ‘bottomless humanity’ of the late Pogues frontmanBruce Springsteen has wri...

The Guardian Music8 months ago

The unbelievable life of Leo Sayer! The songs, the sex, being swindled – and a spooky phone call from Elvis

He lit up the 1970s with a string of hits, before falling out of the public eye. But was any man ever more connected? He discusses extraordinary encounters with Muhammad Ali and Keith Moon – and why h...

Kanye West ordered to pay $140K in Malibu mansion renovation lawsuit

A handyman had sought $1.7m (£1.267m) from the rapper over claims of unpaid work, medical expenses and being unfairly fired.

Billie Eilish in talks for film acting debut in Sarah Polley’s adaptation of ‘The Bell Jar’

Writer-director Polley won the Oscar for best adapted screenplay for 'Women Talking' The post Billie Eilish in talks for film acting debut in Sarah Polley’s adaptation of ‘The Bell Jar’ appeared fir...

Netflix’s latest splashy miniseries ‘Vladimir’ is struggling for viewers

The limited series is based on the book by Julia May Jones, following a professor's affair with her younger colleague The post Netflix’s latest splashy miniseries ‘Vladimir’ is struggling for viewer...

Sombr calls Brixton Academy “the most poorly managed venue I’ve ever played at in my life”

During the third show of a three-night run at Brixton Academy, Sombr was seen calling out security after a crowd incident The post Sombr calls Brixton Academy “the most poorly managed venue I’ve eve...

Kneecap’s Mo Chara will not face terrorism trial after high court rejects CPS appeal

"Kneecap: 3. Brit Govt: 0," the band said in response The post Kneecap’s Mo Chara will not face terrorism trial after high court rejects CPS appeal appeared first on NME.

‘Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere’ review: one of the greatest documentaries of his career

A meta masterpiece that tackles toxic masculinity, conspiracy theories and so much more The post ‘Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere’ review: one of the greatest documentaries of his career appeare...

Lip Critic share chaotic new single ‘Jackpot’ and announce NYC ‘Theft Saga’ residency

"'Jackpot' is a song about risking it all, and winning it all, betting the house, and ending up with two houses, then waking up with nothing at all” The post Lip Critic share chaotic new single ‘Jack...

UK government loses appeal over quashed Kneecap terror charge

Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, known as Mo Chara, had been accused of showing support for proscribed organisation Hezbollah following a gig in London in 2024.

Lighting rig collapses on fans during Max Dean DJ set, injuring 15 people

The DJ said he was left “saddened” by the incident, and that “safety of fans, crew, and everyone involved is always the top priority” The post Lighting rig collapses on fans during Max Dean DJ set, i...

Fears for future of church organs amid neglect

More than 400 church pipe organs are being junked or falling silent every year, a charity says.

Violet Grohl announces debut album ‘Be Sweet To Me’ with rollicking single ‘595’

Her first LP is set to drop in May The post Violet Grohl announces debut album ‘Be Sweet To Me’ with rollicking single ‘595’ appeared first on NME.