Anyma’s Coachella Set Cancelled Due to “Strong Wind Conditions”
American‑Italian DJ Anyma’s midnight set on Coachella’s main stage was cancelled after 15 minutes due to strong wind conditions that reached 35 mph. The festival issued an app notification, emphasizing safety as the priority. Organizers have not confirmed whether the performance will be rescheduled before the weekend concludes. The cancellation underscores the vulnerability of large outdoor productions to sudden weather changes.
Watch a Clip From James McAvoy’s Rap Comedy ‘California Schemin” – Exclusively on NME
James McAvoy makes his feature‑directorial debut with the British comedy "California Schemin’," a film that dramatizes the true‑story of Scottish rap duo Silibil N’ Brains. The pair, portrayed by Samuel Bottomley and Séamus McLean Ross, adopt American accents to fool...
Cruz Beckham Shares Feel-Good New Single ‘Waste Your Pain’
Cruz Beckham, son of David and Victoria Beckham, released the upbeat single “Waste Your Pain,” produced by Justin Raisen and Lewis Pesacov. The track, previewed on his UK headline tour, features bright guitar riffs and a feel‑good chorus about self‑acceptance....
‘Crimson Desert’ Is Set to Get Easier with New Update
Pearl Abyss announced a series of updates for the open‑world RPG Crimson Desert that will roll out through June. Players will soon choose from easy, normal or hard difficulty settings, giving newcomers and veterans alike a tailored challenge. The patch...
Lime Garden on Being 23 and Surviving: “I’ve Learned to Appreciate the Beauty in Not Knowing What I’m Doing”
British indie quartet Lime Garden released their sophomore album “Maybe Not Tonight” on April 10, 2026, following the critical success of 2024’s “One More Thing.” Frontwoman Chloe Howard describes the record as a candid chronicle of early‑twenties turmoil, body‑image struggles,...
Anna Calvi, Adam Buxton, Carlos Alomar and More Lead ‘Bowie Night’ Events at London’s Lightroom for ‘You’re Not Alone’
London’s immersive venue Lightroom will host a six‑month "Bowie Nights" program alongside its "David Bowie: You’re Not Alone" exhibition, running from May to September. The series features talks, panels and performances by artists such as graphic designer Jonathan Barnbrook, musicians...
The Itch – ‘It’s The Hope That Kills You’ Review: Decadent, Freewheeling Party Underpinned by Genuine Humanity
British duo The Itch released their debut album ‘It’s The Hope That Kills You’ on April 10, 2026 via Fiction Records and I OH YOU. The record fuses nu‑rave, britpop, electro‑punk and art‑rock across ten tracks that oscillate between club...
Lambrini Girls Reschedule North American Tour and Pull Out of Coachella After Phoebe Lunny Reveals Neck Fracture and “Acute Brain...
Lambrini Girls have withdrawn from Coachella and postponed their North American headline tour after vocalist Phoebe Lunny fractured her neck and suffered an acute brain injury in Australia. Medical orders prohibit her from flying or performing for six weeks, prompting...
The Strokes Officially Release ‘Going Shopping’ and Announce Release Date of New Album ‘Reality Awaits’
The Strokes have officially released their first new song since 2020, "Going Shopping," and announced that their seventh studio album, "Reality Awaits," will arrive on June 26. The single was first sent to fans on cassette before debuting live in...
Kurt Vile Announces New Album ‘Philadelphia’s Been Good To Me’ with Atmospheric ‘Chance To Bleed’ and 2026 UK, European and...
Philadelphia‑born singer‑songwriter Kurt Vile announced his ninth studio album, Philadelphia’s Been Good To Me, due out on May 29, 2026 via Verve Records. The lead single “Chance To Bleed” drops today, showcasing a shoegaze‑driven riff mixed with what Vile calls...
Melvin Benn Says Pepsi Originally Approved and “Signed Off” On Kanye West Headlining Wireless Before Pulling Out as Sponsor
Festival Republic announced Kanye West as headliner for all three nights of Wireless Festival, a decision initially signed off by lead sponsor Pepsi. The announcement sparked backlash over West’s anti‑Semitic history, prompting UK politicians, Jewish groups, and the Home Office...
Rostam Shares Cover of Former Band Vampire Weekend’s ‘Young Lion’
Rostam has unveiled a reimagined version of Vampire Weekend’s 2013 track “Young Lion,” swapping the original piano for guitar and a Persian saz played by Amir Yaghmai. The cover serves as a teaser for his forthcoming solo album “American Stories,”...
‘Marvel’s Spider-Man’ Composer to Score ‘Legend Of Zelda’ Film Alongside Series Icon Koji Kondo
John Paesano, known for Marvel’s Spider‑Man, will compose the score for the upcoming live‑action The Legend of Zelda film, with series legend Koji Kondo acting as a music consultant. The movie, directed by Wes Ball and starring Bo Bragason as...
Will Saros Come to PC?
Sony’s upcoming title Saros will launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 on April 30, 2026, with no confirmed PC release date. While Sony traditionally brings its first‑party games to Windows within six to twelve months, a Bloomberg report cites the company’s retreat from its...
‘Forza Horizon 6’ PS5 Release Date Window, Everything We Know
Forza Horizon 6 will debut on PlayStation 5 in the second half of 2026, trailing its summer 2026 launch on Xbox platforms. Xbox executives attribute the delay to late‑stage strategic adjustments in the game’s multi‑platform rollout. The open‑world title is...
Mel B Says Spice Girls Reunion Tour Is “Not Happening”, Addresses Documentary Rumours
Mel B told Hello magazine that a full Spice Girls reunion tour is "not happening," putting recent speculation to rest as the group approaches its 30th anniversary. She also said a Netflix‑style documentary is still under discussion but not yet...
Every Song on the ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ Season Two Soundtrack
Apple TV’s dark‑comedy crime drama ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ returned for a ten‑episode second season on April 3, concluding on June 5. The show follows hedge‑fund manager Coop (Jon Hamm) as he resorts to illegal schemes to preserve his lavish lifestyle, with...
RAYE Apologises to Fans Who Bought Her New Album on Vinyl as It’s Not the Final Mix
British singer‑songwriter RAYE has issued an apology to fans who purchased the vinyl edition of her sophomore album ‘THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE,’ explaining that the records were pressed before the final mixes were locked in. As a result, the...
Wu Lyf Share “Simple, Sweet Love Song” With ‘The Fool’ – While Trolling Spotify with Homer Simpson Version
Manchester indie band Wu Lyf has released the stripped‑back love single “The Fool,” the lead track from their long‑awaited second album “A Wave That Will Never Break,” due April 10. The band also uploaded a meme‑style AI‑generated Homer Simpson version to...
Tom Misch on Returning and Recovering From Burnout: “If I’m Not Enjoying It Then There’s No Point”
Tom Misch has returned to the spotlight with his first solo album in eight years, "Full Circle," after a self‑imposed hiatus to recover from burnout. The London‑based artist stepped away in 2022, taking jobs as a barista and gardener while...
Radiohead’s Ed O’Brien Announces ‘An Evening With… Blue Morpho’ 2026 UK and European Tour with Dave Okumu and ESKA
Radiohead guitarist Ed O'Brien announced a seven‑date solo tour, “An Evening With… Blue Morpho,” across Europe and the UK from October 4‑16, 2026. The trek supports his second solo album, Blue Morpho, slated for release on May 22, 2026. The live band...
Mani’s Family Say “Misunderstanding” Over Manchester Tribute Gig “Has Now Been Resolved”
Mani’s family announced that the misunderstanding surrounding the “Manichester” tribute concert in Manchester has been resolved. The event, scheduled for May 30 at the 5,000‑capacity Diecast venue, is organized by Damon Minchella with the blessing of Mani’s brother Greg. A star‑studded...
Ed Sheeran Praised for Turning Down ‘Fortnite’ Collaboration
Ed Sheeran disclosed he turned down a Fortnite collaboration because he doesn’t play the game and wants only authentic brand partnerships. He highlighted his genuine connection to products like Orange amps and his recent Pokémon tie‑in, which placed his single...
‘The Last Of Us’ Creator Teases “Road Ahead” With Fans Convinced ‘Part 3’ Is Happening
Neil Druckmann, co‑creator of The Last of Us, revealed during a 2024 making‑of documentary that he finally has a concept for a third mainline game, sparking fan speculation that Part 3 is imminent. He also announced his departure from the HBO...
Paul McCartney Shares His “Must-See Spots in Liverpool”
Paul McCartney announced his first new album in five years, "The Boys Of Dungeon Lane," slated for release on May 29 and billed as his most introspective work, drawing on childhood memories of post‑war Liverpool. To promote the record, he...
On ‘Ambiguous Desire’, Arlo Parks Turns Fleeting Nocturnal Moments Into Lasting Songs
British singer‑songwriter Arlo Parks releases her third album, Ambiguous Desire, on April 3 via Transgressive Records. Drawing on nocturnal New York club experiences, the record shifts toward house, techno and electronic textures while retaining her lyrical intimacy. Produced with Baird...
‘Stranger Things’ Is Getting an Immersive Concert Tour
Netflix’s hit series Stranger Things will extend its cultural footprint with an immersive concert tour featuring the Emmy‑winning score by composers Kyle Dixon and Michael Stein. The live show will trace music from the series’ 2016 opening theme through the...
Watch Weezer Play a Surprise Rooftop Gig for Their ‘The Gathering’ Tour “Initiation Week”
Weezer kicked off the "initiation week" for their upcoming "The Gathering" tour with a surprise rooftop acoustic set in Los Angeles, featuring classics like "Undone – The Sweater Song" and a guest appearance by Best Coast’s Bethany Cosentino. The band announced...
James Blake Requests for Name to Be Taken Off Credits for Kanye West’s ‘Bully’: “It’s Not What I Created”
James Blake has asked to be removed from the producer credits on Kanye West’s newly released album “Bully,” saying the final version no longer reflects his original work. Blake explained that his vocal pitch and track construction were heavily altered,...
Every Song on the ‘Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen’ Soundtrack
Netflix debuted the horror miniseries “Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen” on March 26, 2026, pairing the show with an eclectic soundtrack. The original score was composed by Colin Stetson, while each episode layers vintage and indie tracks—from Johnny...
Watch Mumford & Sons Play Surprise Gig at London’s Battersea Power Station for Apple’s 50th Anniversary
Apple marked its 50th anniversary with a surprise live concert at London’s Battersea Power Station, featuring folk‑rock band Mumford & Sons. The band performed a mix of classic hits and songs from their new album “Prizefighter,” while DJ Nia Archives...
Australia’s Hyped Headsend Surprise Release Debut EP ‘Angel Glands’
Australian grunge trio Headsend surprise‑released their debut EP “Angel Glands” on March 26, 2026, featuring the hard‑hitting tracks “Stove,” “Chugg,” the previously issued anthem “And Angel,” and the new single “Do Do.” The record was captured live in‑studio by veteran...
Jesper Kyd Shares First ‘90s-Inspired Trip-Hop Song From ‘Samson: A Tyndalston Story’ Soundtrack
Jesper Kyd has released the first track, "Samson's City," from the upcoming game Samson: A Tyndalston Story. The song channels 1990s trip‑hop influences, drawing on Massive Attack and Tricky while staying modern. The open‑world action title, developed by Liquid Swords...
Synth Pop Legends Unite as Erasure’s Vince Clarke, Blancmange’s Neil Arthur and Benge Form Doublespeak to Cover Classic and Cult...
Synth‑pop veterans Vince Clarke (Erasure), Neil Arthur (Blancmange) and producer Benge have formed the supergroup Doublespeak. The trio will release a self‑titled debut album on May 29, featuring 11 analog‑electronica reinterpretations of classic and cult tracks ranging from ABBA to...
The Beach Boys Announce 60th Anniversary “Audiophile Pressings” Of ‘Pet Sounds’
Capitol/UMe is issuing a series of premium audiophile pressings of the Beach Boys’ 1966 masterpiece “Pet Sounds” to mark its 60th anniversary on May 15. The lineup includes a Vinylphyle Edition offering both mono and stereo mixes, a Definitive Sound...
Primal Scream’s Bobby Gillespie Teams up with Yttling Jazz on “Magical” New Single ‘Strange’
Bobby Gillespie of Primal Scream has joined forces with Swedish producer‑musician Björn Yttling’s solo project Yttling Jazz for the new single “Strange.” The track debuts on a deluxe three‑CD edition of Yttling Jazz’s 2024 album Illegal Hit, featuring a haunting,...
Mel B on Future Spice Girls Reunion: “In a Perfect World, We’d Already Be on Tour”
Mel B reiterated her desire for a Spice Girls reunion, saying a world‑tour would be ideal but is currently unlikely. She echoed earlier comments from Mel C that a 30th‑anniversary tour won’t happen this year, though optimism remains. The group’s...
Every Song on the ‘Bring Me The Horizon L.I.V.E. In São Paulo’ Soundtrack
Bring Me The Horizon’s São Paulo concert will be screened in select cinemas worldwide on March 25 and March 28, 2026, offering fans a two‑day immersive experience. The film, titled *L.I.V.E. in São Paulo (Live Immersive Virtual Experiment)*, is co‑directed by CiRCUS HEaD and frontman Oliver Sykes...
Paul McCartney on the Time He “Totally Got Blasted” On Weed with Fela Kuti
Paul McCartney recalled a 1973 night in Lagos when he and Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti smoked weed together after Wings began recording the "Band on the Run" album. Initially worried about accusations of copying Kuti’s style, McCartney invited the Nigerian...
Kraftwerk Announce “Vivid” ‘Radio-Activity’ 50th Anniversary Reissues
Kraftwerk will issue a 50th‑anniversary edition of their 1975 electronic landmark Radio‑Activity on May 15, 2026. The release uses the original 16‑track master tapes and features a new Dolby Atmos mix alongside Blu‑ray, 5.1 and stereo versions, plus a limited‑edition picture‑disc...
Don Broco Announce ‘Nightmare Tripping’ 2026 UK and European Tour
Don Broco will release their fifth studio album, Nightmare Tripping, on March 27 2026 and immediately launch an extensive European tour in June followed by a UK leg in September‑October. The tour features 20 dates across Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, and other European markets, plus...
Sofia Coppola Scraps Mysterious Kirsten Dunst Project: “It Felt Too Sad”
Sofia Coppola has officially scrapped a fourth film with Kirsten Dunst, describing the yet‑unnamed project as "too sad" for the current cultural moment. The collaboration would have marked their fourth partnership after The Virgin Suicides, Marie Antoinette and The Beguiled....
Tribute Gig for Stone Roses Icon Mani Announced for Manchester
A tribute concert called “Manichester” will honor Stone Roses bassist Gary “Mani” Mounfield on May 30 at Manchester’s 5,000‑capacity Diecast venue. Organized by Ocean Colour Scene bassist Damon Minchella, the event features Cast, Peter Hook & The Kowloons, Stone Roses...
Genesis Owusu Announces Third Album ‘Redstar Wu & The Worldwide Scourge’
Australian artist Genesis Owusu has unveiled his third studio album, Redstar Wu & The Worldwide Scourge, slated for release on May 15, 2026 via the OURNESS label. The record follows a trio of pre‑release singles—“Pirate Radio,” “Death Cult Zombie,” and “Stampede”—and...
Viral Masked Duo Angine De Poitrine Announce New Album ‘Vol. II’ Ahead of 2026 World Tour
Masked duo Angine de Poitrine announced their sophomore album Vol. II, slated for release on April 3, 2026, featuring six high‑voltage tracks including the microtonal‑driven single “Fabienk.” The record promises bolder structures and deeper experimentation with microtonal guitars. The launch coincides with...
Sonic The Hedgehog ‘Music Experience’ Confirms 2026 Anniversary Tour
Sonic the Hedgehog’s 35th anniversary will feature two live‑music tours, with composer Jun Senoue confirming an official “Sonic Live” concert series for later 2026 and Johnny Gioeli announcing the first full‑scale Crush 40 world tour titled “The Speed Of Sound.” The Sonic Live...
KoRn Announce First UK and Ireland Tour in over a Decade with More 2026 European Dates
Korn has unveiled a 2026 headline tour that brings the nu‑metal pioneers back to the UK and Ireland for the first time in more than a decade. The itinerary kicks off in Stuttgart on October 18 and runs through major...
MNEK Is Ready to Share His First New Music in Eight Years: “This Album Is Going to Be Very Exciting”
British singer‑songwriter‑producer MNEK announced he has finished his long‑awaited sophomore album, set for release later in 2026 – his first solo record since 2018’s Language. He revealed the new work during his performance at the Trans Mission concert at OVO...
Kneecap Are “Mobilising to Cuba” With the Nuestra América Convoy
Irish rap trio Kneecap announced they will travel with the Nuestra América Convoy to deliver humanitarian aid to Cuba, arriving in Havana on March 21. The convoy, originally a flotilla, now employs air, land and sea routes to address Cuba’s...
Snail Mail Announces More 2026 UK and European Tour Dates
Snail Mail has expanded its 2026 tour with additional UK and European dates, including a second night at London’s Electric Ballroom and shows in Amsterdam, Berlin, Antwerp, Paris, Copenhagen, and Manchester. The added stops coincide with the March 27 release...
