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TV On The Radio have announced a collection of new tour dates across Europe and the UK this summer – see the full list of dates below.The Tunde Adebimpe-led band have taken to social media to announce five new shows in Europe and the UK this summer in between their previously announced festival run and side shows.The new dates will see them play shows in Athens, Lausanne, Berlin, Vienna and Manchester – you will be able to get tickets here beginning this Friday (March 28) at 10am local time.The five newly announced shows will take place in June between a slew of festival performances, with their Manchester show being held at the Albert Hall on June 27, before playing Glastonbury on June 28.JUNE05 – Zurich, Switzerland – Unique Moments06 – Barcelona, Spain – Primavera Sound Barcelona08 – Athens, Greece – Lycabettus Hill Theater (NEW)11 – Lausanne, Switzerland – Docks (NEW)13 – Porto, Portugal – Primavera Sound Porto14 – Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands – Best Kept Secret15 – Wicklow, Ireland – Beyond the Pale Festival17 – Berlin, Germany – Astra (NEW)20 – Katowice, Poland – Tauron Nowa Muzyka22 – Lido di Camaiore, Italy – La Prima Estate25 – Vienna, Austria – Gasometer (NEW)27 – Manchester, England – Albert Hall (NEW)28 – Sommerset, England – GlastonburyAUGUST15 – London, England – Gunnersbury Park 17 – Wales, United Kingdom – Green Man FestivalAmong the previously announced gigs they’ll play are a set at Primavera Sound in Barcelona this summer, and a slot supporting Khruangbin at their huge outdoor gig at London’s Gunnersbury Park in August.The tour and announcement of new dates come after a pretty big 2024 for TV On The Radio, who last year made a comeback and went on to re-release their debut album ‘Desperate Youth, Blood

Cast have announced their forthcoming UK and Ireland tour in celebration of the 30th anniversary of their debut LP ‘All Change’.The Britpop veterans are set to embark on a 15-date run across the UK and Ireland with their first show set to take place on October 29 at the 3Olympia in Dublin. From there, John Power and co will make stops in the likes of Belfast, Nottingham, Oxford, Torquay, Birmingham, Leeds, London, Sheffield and more.

David Tennant caused a stir with his hosting skills at the Bafta Awards on Sunday night. One of the highlights for people in the audience at London's Albert Hall and watching from home was the Doctor Who star's rousing rendition of The Proclaimers ’ I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles).

Waxahatchee has released a vibrant new track called ‘Mud’, which is an outtake from her latest album ‘Tigers Blood‘.‘Mud’ maintains Waxahatchee’s (real name Katie Crutchfield) signature style. It’s a vibrant tune fuelled by airy guitars against Americana sonics – pulled together with banjo strings and a steady yet catchy beat.Sharing the song on social media, the musician wrote: “new song “mud” is out now ✨ an outtake from the original tb session !”The musician is set to embark on a 2025 UK tour this summer, which will include her biggest-ever headline date at London’s Eventim Apollo.

Laura Marling has announced a pair of Manchester shows, which will serve as her only live dates in 2025.The singer-songwriter released her eighth studio album ‘Patterns In Repeat’ in October, including the singles ‘Patterns’, ‘No One’s Gonna Love You Like I Can’ and ‘Child Of Mine’.Following the record’s release, Marling played a string of five shows at London’s Hackney Church and then four nights in New York’s Bowery Ballroom.Now, she has announced a one-off pair of shows at Manchester’s Albert Hall, to take place on March 5 and 6. Tickets for the shows go on sale on Tuesday (February 4) and you will be able to get yours here.A post shared by Laura Marling (@lauramarling)“So happy to be announcing these two final shows in support of Patterns in Repeat,” Marling wrote on Instagram to announce the shows.

Starsailor have announced a 2025 UK and European tour in celebration of the band’s 25th anniversary.The post-Britpop band are set to kick off their tour in October with the first date seeing them take over the Trabendo in Paris on October 8. From there, they will make their way across Europe and the UK with stops in Brussels, Cologne, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Leeds, Norwich, Bristol, London and more before wrapping up the tour at Manchester’s, Albert Hall on November 29.A ticket pre-sale will be available on Wednesday (January 29) at 10am local time for those who register here.

Sleeper have announced details of a greatest hits tour, set to head across the UK later this year. Find details below.The Britpop icons have shared the tour dates in celebration of their classic single ‘Inbetweener’ and breakthrough debut album ‘Smart’, which each turn 30 this year.In total, 12 new tour dates have been confirmed, kicked off on September 25 with an opening night at the Tramshed venue in Cardiff.

January can often feel like a tiring month - and if you’re looking for a pick-me-up, we’ve got you covered.

There are many famous buildings all over the country that have their own strange nicknames - but some of the most interesting are in London. You need only think of how Buckingham Palace is known as 'Buck House' or how The Fenchurch Building is better known as 'The Walkie-Talkie' to realise how many there are.

ITV’s Lorraine Kelly has taken a look back over the year and said she’s feeling ‘very very lucky’ as she looks back over 2024 milestones. Alongside a sweet photo of herself and her first grandchild, Billie, Lorraine wrote a very lengthy post about everything she achieved from writing a novel to winning a BAFTA.The star wrote: “Well what a year it has been. Feeling very very lucky [love heart emoji].

Greentea Peng has today (December 2) announced details of her new album, ‘Tell Dem It’s Sunny’, and has shared a new single ‘One Foot’ – check it out below.The new 14-track album will be released on March 21 via AWAL recordings and can be pre-saved here.It was unveiled alongside new single ‘One Foot’, which sees Peng look inward on a track where she explores feeling “exhausted” and “distorted” and wonder “is it too late for me?” She added: “One foot front and back again, the journey of perpetual longing.” The new song’s video was filmed in the heart of London in monochrome and, according to a press statement, reflects the “soulful depth and emotion that has become Greentea Peng’s trademark.” The video is directed by Peng in collaboration with ABOVEGROUND.

Two members of boyband The Wanted will reunite for a special show in Manchester next year.

Cheryl Cole eased tensions between Liam Payne's former One Direction bandmates following the star's funeral, reports have claimed. The ex-Girls Aloud singer was supported by her bandmates Nicola Roberts and Kimberley Walsh at the intimate service on Wednesday (November 20).

Liam Gallagher was reportedly spotted dancing away as his son performed in Manchester last night (November 21), according to stunned gig goers.

Waxahatchee has announced a new UK tour to take place in June 2025, including her biggest ever headline date in the country.The Kansas City-based indie singer-songwriter, real name Katie Crutchfield, will bring her show across the Atlantic, kicking off in Glasgow’s Barrowland on June 8, before heading to Manchester and Bristol. The final show will take place in London’s Eventim Apollo on June 11, her biggest UK headline show so far.Tickets for the shows go on sale at 10am on Friday (November 22) and you will be able to get yours here.Waxahatchee will play:JUNE 20258 – Glasgow, Barrowland9 – Manchester, Albert Hall|10 – Bristol, SWX11 – London, Eventim ApolloWaxahatchee will also be playing at Primavera Sound in Barcelona next year on June 6, followed by Primavera Porto in Portugal on June 13.The sixth Waxahatchee studio album, ‘Tigers Blood’, was released in March.

Supergrass have announced details of a ‘I Should Coco’ anniversary show at Ludlow Castle, taking place in 2025. Find ticket details below.The gig will take place at Ludlow Castle in Shropshire on July 25, and see Gaz Coombes and co.

The Libertines covered The Stone Roses‘ classic hit ‘Waterfall’ during their show in Manchester over the weekend.The band wrapped up their performance at the Albert Hall in the city with the cover on Saturday (November 9).As they kicked off the track, fans could be heard singing the intro before Pete Doherty took up the vocal duties and Carl Barât took up the lead guitar. You can view the performance below.The show was part of their ongoing UK ‘All Quiet On The Eastern Esplanade’ tour, which is set to wrap up later this month.

Orla Gartland has announced a UK and European headline tour for 2025 – you can find all the details below.The Irish singer-songwriter is due to hit the road next year in support of her second album ‘Everybody Needs A Hero’, which was released earlier this month.Marking her biggest UK and European tour to date, the forthcoming run of dates will begin in Copenhagen on March 10. Further shows are scheduled for Stockholm, Oslo, Warsaw, Vienna, Berlin, Amsterdam, Paris and other European cities throughout the month.On March 31, Gartland will take to the stage at the SWG3 TV Studio in Glasgow before performing at Manchester’s Albert Hall (April 1) and London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town (3).

Blossoms have announced their ‘Five Nights In Manchester’ residency which is set to take place later this year.The indie rock quintet – comprised of Tom Ogden, Charlie Salt, Josh Dewhurst, Joe Donovan and Myles Kellock – have announced the details of their five-night residency set to take place in their hometown of Manchester.The gigs will kick off at Manchester Academy on November 19. From there, Blossoms will take over the O2 Ritz, Albert Hall, O2 Victoria Warehouse and O2 Apollo that same week.

Stockport band Blossoms have announced a five-night residency at Manchester later this year where they will play five of the city’s iconic venues in one week.

Autumn has arrived - and you know what that means. It’s time to dig out our woollen jumpers, don our fluffy scarves, and enjoy pumpkin spiced lattes for the ultimate cosy vibes.