Graham Coxon to Share Previously Unreleased Solo Album ‘Castle Park’
British musician Graham Coxon will issue a previously unreleased solo album titled “Castle Park” on 19 June 2026 via Transgressive. Recorded in 2011 during the sessions for his 2012 LP “A+E,” the 10‑track collection was shelved as Coxon focused on Blur and other projects. The release coincides with a full re‑issue of his solo catalogue, including the 1998 debut “The Sky Is Too High” and 2000’s “The Golden D.” Coxon also announced a headline full‑band show at London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town on 28 November, his first such performance in more than a decade.
Lucia & The Best Boys Shares News of Second Album ‘Picking Petals’
Glasgow‑based indie act Lucia & The Best Boys announced her second album, Picking Petals, slated for release on July 31, 2026 through Communion Records. The launch is accompanied by the lead single “You Look Like Somebody In Love,” a jangly, Smiths‑esque track. The album...
Wesley Joseph: No Shortcuts
British singer‑rapper Wesley Joseph is releasing his debut album *Forever Ends Someday* in April 2026 after a three‑year, self‑imposed hiatus. He stepped away from touring and industry pressure in 2023 to write without compromise, resulting in a genre‑defying record that blends...
Eaves Wilder — Little Miss Sunshine
Eaves Wilder’s debut full‑length *Little Miss Sunshine* arrived on April 17, 2026 via Secretly Canadian, earning a 4‑star review. The album fuses late‑1990s alternative rock with a modern indie edge, drawing comparisons to riot‑grrrl and alt‑pop acts of that era....
Sean Solomon — The World Is Not Good Enough
Sean Solomon’s debut album *The World Is Not Good Enough* arrives on ANTI‑ on April 17, 2026, pairing breezy guitars and ’70s‑style warmth with a vocal delivery that feels both sweet and pained. The record’s whimsical, children‑book‑inspired cover masks a...
Alabama Shakes Tease Third Album with Loaded New Track ‘American Dream’
Alabama Shakes have dropped the new single “American Dream,” signaling the arrival of their third studio album, their first full‑length release since the 2015 Grammy‑winning Sound & Colour. The track, a psychedelic‑soul commentary on contemporary social strain, will lead into...
Alt-J’s Joe Newman Announces Debut Solo Album as JJerome87, ‘The Canyon’
Joe Newman, alt‑J’s frontman, has unveiled his solo project JJerome87 and announced the debut album “The Canyon,” due June 26, 2026 via Mushroom Music and Virgin Music Group. The 11‑track LP was recorded in Los Angeles with producer Carlos de la Garza and...
Get To Know… Blossom Caldarone
Blossom Caldarone, the classically trained cellist known for her work with English Teacher, has released her solo EP "Might Smash A Window." The six‑track record showcases diaristic, witty lyrics paired with bright keyboards and cinematic strings, delivering modern‑city love stories...
Lucia & The Best Boys, Factory Floor & More Join Lineup for Sheffield’s Get Together Festival
Sheffield’s Get Together festival has released its full lineup for the sixth edition, scheduled for Saturday 16 May 2026 on Kelham Island and Neepsend. Co‑headliners The Horrors and Fat Dog are joined by new acts including Lucia & The Best Boys,...
ELLiS‑D, Congratulations, Bottle Rockets & More Confirmed to Play Twisterella 2026
Twisterella’s 2026 edition returns to Middlesbrough on Saturday, October 3, featuring experimentalist ELLiS‑D, party‑rock outfit congratulations and Glasgow quartet Bottle Rockets as headliners. The festival will span multiple venues, including Teesside University Students’ Union and the Town Hall Crypt, and adds...
Jonique: “I’m Trying to Be Less Afraid and More Open”
Joni Samuels, performing under the name Jonique, is postponing a formal music release to focus on live shows at Washington, D.C. venues such as Moth Club and The Windmill. She uses each performance as a testing ground, letting songs evolve...
SLAG: “A Lot of Our Decision-Making Is Fueled by What We Think Would Be the Most Fun”
London‑based indie collective SLAG is releasing their debut EP “Losing” this month on the independent label Big Scary Monsters. The five‑track record follows three singles—“Ripped,” “Heaven,” and “Legs”—and showcases a kaleidoscopic blend of each member’s distinct musical influences. Beyond the...
Alt-J’s Joe Newman Shares Epic Video for JJerome87 Single ‘Brush Me Like A Horse’
Alt‑J guitarist Joe Newman has launched his solo project JJerome87 with the single “Brush Me Like A Horse,” accompanied by a cinematic music video. The video, directed by Alex Takács—who has worked with The xx, Lorde and alt‑J—visualizes an "acid...
Bristol’s Getdown Services Offer up New Single ‘The Radiator’
Bristol duo Getdown Services released their new single “The Radiator” on April 1, 2026, following a high‑energy stint supporting the Viagra Boys. The track, inspired by a stubborn heater and a PlayStation 1 tantrum, is accompanied by a madcap video starring Daisy Kennedy...
Silver Gore Share New Single ‘Black Cherry Liqueur’
London indie duo Silver Gore has released their new single “Black Cherry Liqueur.” The track, described as skidding beats with sugary melodies, follows their 2025 EP “Dogs In Heaven.” Ava Gore says the song reflects risk‑taking, absurdity, and building from...
Waterbaby: “To Feel Seen Is Such a Crazy Thing — It’s Very Beautiful, and Very Jarring”
Stockholm‑born singer‑songwriter waterbaby released her debut album “Memory Be a Blade” on Sub Pop, shifting from the sharper EP “Foam” to a softer, hazy blend of bedroom pop and R&B. The record was crafted between Los Angeles and Sweden, using...
Empress Of Finds Resilience in Ethereal New Single ‘Dream House’
Empress Of released the ethereal single “Dream House,” a song born from the loss of her family home in the 2025 California wildfires and written on a Norwegian fjord. The track blends delicate piano with airy vocals, signaling a thematic...
Gently Tender Return with News of ‘This Was Once Fields’ EP
London‑based indie outfit Gently Tender announced a new EP, “This Was Once Fields,” slated for release on 22 May 2026 via TODO Records. The five‑track collection follows their 2022 debut album and includes the freshly released single “A Mound A Field,”...
Nia Archives Returns with Flirty New Number ‘Danger’
British jungle producer Nia Archives has dropped her first solo single since the 2024 debut album Silence Is Loud, unveiling the provocative track “Danger.” The song, which she describes as an X‑rated anthem, delves into sexuality and self‑expression, signaling a bold...
Man/Woman/Chainsaw, Wesley Joseph and Mandy, Indiana to Play MOMO Festival 2026
MOMO Festival, also known as Motel Mozaïque, returns to Rotterdam from April 16‑18, 2026, featuring a diverse lineup of emerging European talent. Highlights include London experimental act Man/Woman/Chainsaw, West Midlands singer‑songwriter Wesley Joseph, and the French‑English duo Mandy, Indiana. Dutch‑Indonesian group Nusantara Bea...
Paul McCartney Announces Reflective New Album ‘The Boys Of Dungeon Lane’
Paul McCartney announced his first solo album in over five years, titled “The Boys Of Dungeon Lane,” slated for release on May 29, 2026 through MPL/Capitol Records. The lead single, “Days We Left Behind,” offers a nostalgic look at his Liverpool upbringing and recent love reflections. Recorded with Andrew Watt...
Get To Know… Ain’t
South London indie outfit Ain’t, formed in 2024, is gaining momentum on the UK live circuit with a sound that fuses lo‑fi grunge, Midwest emo and dream‑pop. The five‑piece—Hanna Baker Darch, George Ellerby, Ed Randall, Joe Lockstone and Isaac Griffiths—draws...
East London Block Party to Return to Shoreditch This Summer
The East London Block Party returns for its fourth edition on July 25, 2026, taking over four Shoreditch venues—Colours, The Old Blue Last, Strongroom, and Dream Bags Jaguar Shoes. The day‑long festival will showcase a roster of buzz‑worthy acts such...
Mary in the Junkyard Unveil Details of Debut Album ‘Role Model Hermit’
London experimental art‑rock trio mary in the junkyard announced their debut album Role Model Hermit, slated for release on July 3, 2026 via AMF Records. The band unveiled the lead single “Crash Landing,” accompanied by a video directed by Maisy Banks and...
Lily Allen Proves ‘West End Girl’ Won’t Ever Get Old with Immersive London Palladium Show
Lily Allen staged an immersive, front‑to‑back performance of her "West End Girl" album at the London Palladium on March 20, 2026. The show blended full‑album live renditions with theatrical staging, including props and narrative visuals that mirrored the record’s raw,...
Robyn — Sexistential
Swedish pop icon Robyn released her ninth studio album, *Sexistential*, on March 27, 2026 via Young Records. The record intertwines her experiences of motherhood with overt sexuality, revisiting early‑2000s material like “Blow My Mind” while adding fresh demos. Musically, it...
The Orielles: In Contrast
British indie trio The Orielles have released their fourth album, Only You Left, a project split between a Hamburg industrial warehouse and the Greek island of Hydra. The contrasting environments shape the record’s tight, mechanistic grooves and its languid, reverberant...
Get To Know… Pyncher
Manchester indie‑rock trio Pyncher is set to headline the Fifth Floor Fest on May 8, following a sold‑out show in Bristol earlier this year. The band credits the city’s vibrant student‑driven venues—such as FUEL, Gullivers, and The Castle Hotel—and the artist‑led...
Witch Post — Butterfly
Witch Post released their second EP, “Butterfly,” on March 20 2026 via Partisan. The Scottish‑American duo blends animated folk‑rock with alt‑Americana, expanding the rustic sound of their 2025 debut “Beast.” Songs like “Witching Hour” and “Country Sour” explore memory, regret, and a liminal...
Book Of Churches: The Whole World In His Hands
British indie musician Felix Mackenzie‑Barrow, known from the band Divorce, has launched his solo project Book Of Churches with a self‑titled debut album. The record was recorded on the road using a simple guitar, microphone and GarageBand, drawing lyrical inspiration from bird‑watching...
MUNA Yearn for Real Connection on New Track ‘So What’
MUNA released the defiant single “So What,” the second preview from their forthcoming album Dancing On The Wall, slated for May 8 on Saddest Factory Records and Secretly Group. The track juxtaposes a glossy party backdrop with a quietly desperate plea...
Get To Know… Nia Smith
Nia Smith’s breakout single “Give Up The Fear” quickly amassed a massive, emotionally resonant fanbase, prompting an unexpected creative pause in Jamaica. During that retreat she reflected on the importance of patience in artistry, coining the mantra that “you can’t...
James Blake — Trying Times
James Blake’s seventh studio album, *Trying Times*, arrives on March 13, 2026 as his first solo release in three years, issued on his Good Boy imprint. The record pares down his usual sonic density, spotlighting a curated mix of electronic, soul,...
Jorja Smith and Tems to Co-Headline Final Day of All Points East 2026
Jorja Smith and Nigerian star Tems will co‑headline the final day of All Points East 2026 on 21 August in Victoria Park, East London. The pairing marks Smith’s ten‑year milestone since her breakout "Blue Lights" and highlights Tems’ recent Grammy wins and...
Francis Of Delirium Shares Details of New Album ‘Run, Run Pure Beauty’
Luxembourg‑based indie artist Francis Of Delirium announced her second album “Run, Run Pure Beauty,” arriving on 29 May 2026 via Dalliance Recordings. The record follows her 2024 debut “Lighthouse” and is anchored by the lead single “It’s A Beautiful Life,” which comes...
Sam Akpro Teams up with TYSON for New Collab Single ‘Wayside’
London multi‑hyphenate Sam Akpro has returned with “Wayside,” a dreamy neo‑soul single featuring fellow London artist TYSON. The track, released through the ANTI‑ label, follows Akpro’s critically praised debut album Evenfall, which arrived last year. Both artists trade vocals over...
Let’s Eat Grandma’s Rosa Walton Launches Solo Project
British pop duo Let’s Eat Grandma’s vocalist Rosa Walton announced her debut solo album, “Tell Me It’s A Dream,” slated for release on June 5, 2026 via Transgressive. The record’s lead single, “Sorry Anyway,” showcases an 80s‑inspired alt‑pop sound and explores themes...
MØ Opens New Chapter with Double Single ‘Hunnybån’ / ‘Fine Curls’
Danish pop star MØ has launched a double single, “Hunnybån” and “Fine Curls,” recorded after her May 2025 album Plæygirl. The upbeat “Hunnybån” channels the fury of a friend’s betrayal, while the moody “Fine Curls” captures a tender longing for a...
Wesley Joseph Shares Atmospheric New Offering ‘Pluto Baby’
Wesley Joseph has released the atmospheric single “Pluto Baby,” the third track lifted from his forthcoming debut album Forever Ends Someday, slated for an April 10 release on Secretly Canadian. The song, recorded during a thunderstorm in Hastings, blends hazy textures with...
Gretel Drops Latest ‘Squish’ Preview ‘Fire Blooming Trees’
British indie‑rocker Gretel Hanlyn released the new single “Fire Blooming Trees,” the latest teaser from her debut album Squish, slated for 10 April on Breadcrumb Records/AWAL. The track, recorded live, draws its title from the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires and tackles themes of...