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Sex Pistols and Frank Carter have announced their 2025 North American tour set to kick off later this autumn.The 13-night run will commence on September 16 at the Longhorn Ballroom in Dallas, Texas. From there, the legendary punk band with Carter as the new frontman will make stops in major cities such as Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Montreal, Toronto, Denver, San Francisco and more.

John Lydon has hit out at the Sex Pistols’ reunion again, saying he will never rejoin the band.Earlier this year, the former Pistols frontman criticised the reunion with Frank Carter branding it “karaoke” to NME.Now, in a new interview with PA (via The Independent), when asked if he would reunite with the band, Lydon said: “Never, not after what I consider their dirty deeds, let them wallow in Walt Disney woke expectations. They’ve killed the content, or done their best to, and turned the whole thing into a rubbish, childishness, and that’s unacceptable.”He added: “Sorry, I’m not going to give a helping hand to this any longer, as far as I am concerned, I am the Pistols, and they’re not.”The singer-songwriter previously fought a high-profile court battle against guitarist Steve Jones and drummer Paul Cook in a bid to stop their songs being used in a 2022 Disney+ series of their story, Pistol, which was directed by Danny Boyle.

The Sex Pistols announced they’re hitting theaters and ballrooms all over the U.S. and Canada on their fall 2025 tour.As of now, no New York concert has officially been set, although the punk icons shared that they’d be playing in Brooklyn on Sept.

The Who performed ‘This Song Is Over’ live for the first time at the 2025 edition of the Teenage Cancer Trust gig series. Check out footage from the set below.The gig took place last night (March 30) at the Royal Albert Hall in London, as the last of the scheduled gigs planned for this year’s concert series.The event kicked off last week with a show from Sex Pistols and Frank Carter, and was followed up with a night of comedy starring Micky Flanagan, Romesh Ranganathan, Katherine Ryan, a set from James Arthur, a line-up curated by the founder of the East London label Erased Tapes and a show from The Corrs.Roger Daltrey and co.

The Who performed the first of their two shows at the 2025 edition of the Teenage Cancer Trust concert series, and broke out their first performance of ‘Love Ain’t For Keepin” in over two decades. Check out footage below.This year’s edition of the charity gigs kicked off earlier this week and saw the series return to the usual site of Royal Albert Hall.

NME about bringing experimental music to the Royal Albert Hall for the 2025 edition of the Teenager Cancer Trust gigs.The iconic independent music label is set to take over the prestigious venue this weekend (Saturday March 29) as part of this year’s run of the Teenager Cancer Trust live shows.It follows on from an already packed run of gigs across this week – including performances from Sex Pistols and Frank Carter, James Arthur, The Who and The Corrs – and sees profits made from the dates donated to the charity.As previously confirmed, the Saturday edition has been curated by the founder of the East London label, Robert Haths (aka Ghostworker), and includes appearances from Penguin Cafe, Daniel Brandt, Douglas Dare and Hatis Noit.Speaking to NME, Raths explained why these experimental yet very different artists were selected.“We’re punk too,” he said. “I of course love the Sex Pistols and The Who – who doesn’t? – but it’s important to nurture the next generation of players and let them have a chance to offer their music in front of a beautiful new audience.”Raths went on to explain why each individual act stood out to him.

The Molotovs have shared their anthemic debut single ‘More More More’ following their recent Sex Pistols support slot.Produced by Jason Perry (Don Broco, Trash Boat) and mixed/mastered by Blair Crichton of Dead Pony, the energetic track features a bright guitar riff and rolling bass line reminiscent of early 2000s UK indie rock such as The Libertines.“Whoa / All you want is more more more / Yea / Cause I’m quite sure that you don’t really care,” sings frontman and guitarist Mathew Cartlidge during the track’s rowdy chorus. A press release shared that ‘More More More’ is a “rallying cry for the restless, capturing the pursuit of fleeting pleasures while questioning whether doing less might mean more.”Directed by Nico Beyer, the song’s accompanying video sees Cartlidge and his sister and Molotovs’ bassist Issey running down a tube station in suits and performing the song in front of a wall of lights on a stage.Speaking about the song in a press release, Mathew shared: “It’s about existing in a transient relationship that you feel indifferent about.

Sex Pistols with Frank Carter played an explosive set at London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall for Teenage Cancer Trust last night (Monday March 24). Check out photos, footage and the setlist below.The Pistols reunited last year with Carter, of Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes and Gallows, replacing John Lydon as frontman.After playing an intimate and sweaty warm-up show at London’s iconic 100 Club on Friday – nearly 50 years since the band’s legendary residency and this time attended by the likes of Noel Gallagher and Paul Weller – the reformed punk legends took to the stage at Royal Albert Hall for what Carter described as “an amazing cause with amazing people.”Following well-received and high-octane support sets from The Molotovs and Kid Kapichi, the band kicked off with ‘Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s the Sex Pistols’ opener ‘Holidays In The Sun’ to prove why they remain what Carter hailed as “the greatest punk band of all time”.“We’ve got a fantastic mix of old punks and new punks here,” said Carter about the crowd, “and a fantastic opportunity to have a gigantic circle pit at Royal Albert Hall.”He continued: “Open the dance floor up.

Sex Pistols returned to the 100 Club last night (Friday March 21), almost 50 years after their legendary 1976 residency at the venue, for an incendiary secret warm-up show for Monday’s Teenage Cancer Trust show at the Royal Albert Hall. Check out photos, footage and the setlist below.The punk icons reformed last year with Carter, of Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes and Gallows, replacing John Lydon as frontman.

visit here to get tickets.A post shared by Teenage Cancer Trust (@teenage_cancer)Reflecting on the announcement this morning (March 19), Jamie Johnson, Head of Music & Entertainment at Teenage Cancer Trust, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome Erased Tapes to the Saturday slot at the Royal Albert Hall. Their unique sound and artistry will create an unforgettable experience that music fans won’t want to miss.“You only get one chance at being young, and cancer threatens to turn lives upside down.

Razorlight and The Wombats have teamed up for two huge co-headline shows in the UK. Check out the details below.The two indie rock icons will be joining forces for two massive outdoor shows later this summer.

Sex Pistols and Frank Carter have seemingly announced an intimate London show for next week – you can find all the details below.The band reformed last year with Carter, of Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes and Gallows, replacing John Lydon as frontman. They played two small gigs at Bush Hall in the capital before embarking on an autumn UK tour.Now, Sex Pistols are gearing up for a performance at London’s historic Royal Albert Hall on March 24 as part of this year’s Teenage Cancer Trust concert series.

Naman Ramachandran Rock legends Guns N’ Roses will return to India after more than a decade as part of their global tour, with a performance scheduled at Mumbai‘s Mahalaxmi Racecourse, BookMyShow Live has revealed. The concert, produced and promoted by BookMyShow Live in partnership with Live Nation, marks the “Sweet Child O’ Mine” and “November Rain” band’s first appearance in the country since 2012. The Mumbai show is part of a sprawling global tour that kicks off in Incheon, South Korea, before heading to Japan, India, the Middle East, and then an extensive European leg that includes stops in Portugal, Spain, Italy, Germany, the U.K., and multiple eastern European countries.

John Lydon has angrily dismissed any fans who are still hoping for a sequel to the Sex Pistols’ ‘Never Mind The Bollocks’.The seminal punk band’s sole studio album was released in 1977 and is considered one of the most influential records of all time. The group split up only a few months later, with the original line-up dissolving during a US tour in early 1978.Lydon, who went by the name Johnny Rotten in the band, went on to found Public Image Ltd.

Download Festival has confirmed that there will be “multiple secret sets” coming at the 2025 edition.The metal festival will return to Donington Park in Leicestershire, between June 13-15, and this year will mark the 22nd instalment. It will see Green Day, Sleep Token and KoRn perform as headlinersNow, in the latest newsletter, organisers have revealed that there will be some surprises planned for this year, including “multiple” unexpected performances that are already in the works.The update came in the form of a new graphic shared in the update, which saw a man reading a newspaper that had the headline “Multiple secret sets confirmed for Download XXII”.

John Lydon to participate in Sex Pistols‘ reunion shows.The London punk band, who last performed with Lydon in 2008, headed out on a UK comeback tour last autumn, with Frank Carter stepping in as frontman. This followed two intimate gigs at London’s Bush Hall, where they played ‘Never Mind The Bollocks’ in full.They have since announced further live appearances for 2025, including Download Festival and the Teenage Cancer Trust series at London’s Royal Albert Hall. Additionally, guitarist Jones told NME that Sex Pistols would be hitting the road in the US.During a new interview with Rolling Stone AU – ahead of the group’s spring tour dates in New Zealand and Australia – Jones explained that he and his bandmates hadn’t spoken to Lydon in 17 years.Their relationship suffered further after the former frontman lost a court battle over the use of Sex Pistols’ music in Danny Boyle’s 2022 biographical mini-series, Pistol.“We don’t talk,” Jones told RS AU.

John Lydon has told NME that he thinks Taylor Swift is “incredibly dull” and he “doesn’t like Lady Gaga as a human being”.The former Sex Pistols frontman and founder of Public Image Ltd. was speaking as part of this week’s edition of Does Rock N Roll Kill Braincells?!, in which he reflected on his time in the music industry and his most memorable moments.He responded to a question about whether he keeps up with contemporary punk bands like IDLES, Fontaines D.C. or Bob Vylan, to which he said there is “not much point”, adding “I’m not responsible for having to check them all out”.That prompted a further question about his previous championing of Lady Gaga, to which he said: “Lady Gaga was a massively layered and textured presentation – very Bowie era and pop music at its finest.

Download Festival has announced the day splits for its 2025 line-up.

John Lydon has branded the Sex Pistols’ reunion with Frank Carter as “karaoke” during a new interview with NME.The former Sex Pistol’s frontman and Public Image Ltd founder made the comments to. NME during a new interview for this week’s edition of Does Rock N Roll Kill Braincells?! – coming Friday – which saw him look back on his time in the music industry and reflect on some of his most memorable moments.During one part of the discussion, the singer was asked for his opinion of his former bandmates, Glen Matlock, Paul Cook and Steve Jones, and their decision to hit the road with Frank Carter acting as frontman.Responding, Lydon said: “The poor sausage! Does he know what he’s walked into? Good on him, what a great fucking opportunity, but there’s something darker going on behind it.“It’s almost malicious in its intent.

Rise Against, Hatebreed, Kids In Glass Houses and more have been announced as new names on the stacked Download 2025 line-up.The music bash will return to its home of Donington Park, Leicestershire, for its 22nd year and take place from June 13-15. Tickets for the festival are on sale now and you can purchase them here.The likes of Opeth, Myles Kennedy, Shinedown, AWOLNATION, Power Trip, Palaye Royale, Municipal Waste, Crossfaith, Dirty Honey, unpeople, Smash Into Pieces, MOTHICA, Zetra, Bastardane, Elliot Minor, Twin Atlantic, Cattle Decapitation, PRESIDENT and NECKBREAKKER have also been announced as brand new additions to the line-up.They join the previously announced headliners Green Day, Sleep Token and KoRn as well as the likes of Weezer, Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter, Jimmy Eat World, Poppy, Loathe, Jerry Cantrell, McFly Within Temptation, Eagles Of Death Metal, The Darkness, Spiritbox, Meshuggah, Steel Panther, Cradle Of Filth and Alien Ant Farm.A post shared by Download Festival (@downloadfest)Speaking about the new additions in a press release, senior Download booker Kamran Haq said: “We’re really proud of the variety in our line-up this year.” He added: “We truly think there’s something to suit everyone’s tastes, and of course there are still more surprises to come.

Roger Daltrey has announced a huge outdoor show with Ocean Colour Scene and Cast this summer.They will perform at the first Heritage Live Festivals’ 2025 summer outdoor shows at Audley End House & Gardens in Essex on August 1.Tickets will go on pre-sale next Wednesday (February 5) at 9am GMT before tickets go on general sale on Friday (February 7) at 9am. Fans can sign up for pre-sale which closes at 7pm GMT next Tuesday (February 4) here and purchase general tickets here.The show comes as an extension to his already announced tour dates for the UK this year.