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Jack Whitehall: Hosting the Brits is a 'genuine rollercoaster'

The comedian was on The One Show ahead of presenting the Brit Awards in Manchester on Saturday.

The xx add more Mexico comeback gigs due to phenomenal demand

The Mexico City shows are their first together since 2018 The post The xx add more Mexico comeback gigs due to phenomenal demand appeared first on NME.

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The Rolling Stones deny band gave ‘Melania’ producers permission to use ‘Gimme Shelter’ in documentary

A 'Melania' producer said earlier this week that frontman Mick Jagger "gave his blessing" The post The Rolling Stones deny band gave ‘Melania’ producers permission to use ‘Gimme Shelter’ in documenta...

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Robbie Williams takes aim at Noel Gallagher with billboard on Manchester street where he used to live

Robbie is playing at Manchester's Aviva Studios tonight as part of BRITs Week for War Child The post Robbie Williams takes aim at Noel Gallagher with billboard on Manchester street where he used to l...

Support acts announced for Lewis Capaldi’s huge BST Hyde Park and Roundhay Festival 2026 shows

The Scottish singer-songwriter will headline the shows in July The post Support acts announced for Lewis Capaldi’s huge BST Hyde Park and Roundhay Festival 2026 shows appeared first on NME.

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Add to playlist: the cliche-correcting medieval music of Idrîsî Ensemble and the week’s best new tracks

The group reimagines Corsica’s ancient music for modern female voices with fresh spiky arrangements that remain heavy with the pain of the pastFrom London via Corsica/OccitaniaRecommended if you like...

‘Guitar Hero’ spiritual successor confirms 2026 release date

“‘Stage Tour’ is our love letter to rhythm gaming” The post ‘Guitar Hero’ spiritual successor confirms 2026 release date appeared first on NME.

Mad Cool’s 10 most iconic sets from its 10-year history

Looking back at a decade of live music majesty in Madrid The post Mad Cool’s 10 most iconic sets from its 10-year history appeared first on NME.

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A announce ‘Prang’ – their first new album in 20 years – with strutting new single ‘Hello Sunshine’

"This album is gratitude – gratitude for friendship, for still making music, for still being alive" The post A announce ‘Prang’ – their first new album in 20 years – with strutting new single ‘Hello...

‘Stardew Valley’ announces final ‘Symphony Of Seasons’ orchestral gig

The 10th anniversary concert will take place later this year The post ‘Stardew Valley’ announces final ‘Symphony Of Seasons’ orchestral gig appeared first on NME.

‘It’s good music, not a guilty pleasure’: how Bruno Mars embraced cheese to become pop’s most popular star

He gets more streams than Taylor Swift or Bad Bunny, thanks to a shamelessly corny and cannily timeless style. Close collaborators and industry experts explain his secretSixteen years since his sugary...

Wilco announce summer 2026 UK and European tour

The dates include London's Hammersmith Apollo and Glasgow's Royal Concert Hall in August The post Wilco announce summer 2026 UK and European tour appeared first on NME.

User trolls Soulseek by overloading with thousands of Homer Simpson ‘covers’

AI-generated Simpson covers of Underworld's 'Born Slippy' and Hozier's 'Take Me To Church' have gone viral in recent years The post User trolls Soulseek by overloading with thousands of Homer Simpson...

Lala Lala: Heaven 2 review – brooding alt-popper fights the urge to run

(Sub Pop)Lillie West’s fourth album is a hazy, mid-tempo meditation on escape that gets stuck in a numbing mid-tempo mode – though there is a gorgeous moment of releaseOver fidgety, impatient keys, La...

Watch Fred Again.. debut new Harry Styles song ‘Coming Up Roses’ at London show

Styles' fourth solo album ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally’ is set to arrive next week The post Watch Fred Again.. debut new Harry Styles song ‘Coming Up Roses’ at London show appeared first o...

Gorillaz – ‘The Mountain’ review: a world-building ode to death and starting over

Damon Albarn, Jamie Hewlett and their cartoon counterparts get deep on this spiritual tour of sound with guests from this world and the next The post Gorillaz – ‘The Mountain’ review: a world-buildin...

BBC Entertainment & Arts8 months ago

Manchester's links to Brit Awards quiz - test your knowledge

Manchester's impact on the Brits stretches back four decades, but how much do you remember?

‘Everybody wants a bestie like this guy!’ Rush on rock’s most anticipated reunion – and its greatest bromance

After drummer Neil Peart died in 2020, many thought the Canadian prog legends would never reform. As they book a mammoth global tour, Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson explain how their lifelong bond drew th...

Ozzy Osbourne to be honoured with BRITs Lifetime Achievement Award

A musical tribute to Ozzy, fronted by Robbie Williams, will also take place at the ceremony The post Ozzy Osbourne to be honoured with BRITs Lifetime Achievement Award appeared first on NME.

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Watch Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith surprise drum students as substitute teacher

The drummer surprised a group of students for a class they'll never forget The post Watch Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith surprise drum students as substitute teacher appeared first on NME.