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John Cale has announced details of a UK and European tour, set to kick off next year. Find a list of new dates below, as well as the newly-shared music video for his single ‘Davies And Wales’.Announced today (August 19), the news of the tour arrives on the heels of The Velvet Underground founder and Welsh musician sharing his most recent studio album, ‘POPtical Illusion’ in June.

St. Vincent sang the American national anthem at a Los Angeles Sparks game this week, shortly after showing off her own basketball skills.The musician – real name Annie Clark – performed the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ before the WNBA game at the Crypto.com Arena on Thursday (August 15).Before that, she sent out a preview of her performance on social media, seemingly from backstage at the arena, while showing off some solid dribbling skills between her legs – and in high heels. Watch the clip below.A post shared by The Los Angeles Sparks (@la_sparks)St Vincent is set to return to the UK and Europe this autumn as part of the ‘All Born Screaming’ tour, named after the musician’s latest album, which was released in April.She plays a run of five shows in October, including in Manchester’s Albert Hall on October 14, as well as dates in Dublin, Barcelona, Madrid and Milan.

Sixpence None The Richer have shared ‘We Are Love’, marking the first new song with the group’s original line-up in 20 years.The song is the first offering from a new EP from the US alt-rock band, who are best known for their singles ‘Kiss Me’ (1998) and ‘Breathe Your Name’ (2002). Their new EP ‘Rosemary Hill’ is set for release on October 4 via Flatiron. You can pre-order it here.Featuring a twangy acoustic guitar paired with thunderous harmonies and sharp electric guitar riffs, “We Are Love” sees frontwoman Leigh Nash sing: “We are love, we can make itWe’re the chain you can’t break it / The long darkness had arrived / But hate here comes to sight / We are love, we can take it.”A post shared by Leigh Nash (@leighbirdnash)1. ‘Thread The Needle’2. ‘Julia’3. ‘We Are Love’4. ‘Child And Man’5. ‘Homeland’6. ‘Rosemary Hill’Sixpence None The Richer’s sixth and most recent studio album, ‘Lost In Transition’, was released in 2012.

NewDad‘s Julie Dawson has launched her solo side project with new single, ‘Silly Little Song’.Dawson is the lead singer of the Galway-formed band, and while the former NME Cover stars are on hiatus between albums, connected with producer Jack Hamill – also known as Spice Dimension Controller – to realise her songwriting abilities in a different, more otherworldly context.‘Silly Little Song’ is the first single to come out of that effort. On it, Dawson contemplates love and deception, signing: “I take you to my bedroom, I tell you little lies and then I’ll cry, and I take to the ocean, cast you in the tide, but you won’t mind, and I take you to the graveyard, you can have your turn burying me in the earth.”Per a press release, Dawson met producer Hamill through their mutual friend Dan Foat, who was aware both artists wanted to try something new.They began trading WhatsApp messages, with Dawson working from instrumentals Hamill sent, and she was soon clocking in at Roundhouse studios for late-night recording sessions.In a post announcing her debut single on Instagram, Dawson described the collaboration as “beautiful” and “therapeutic”, explaining that she used this song – and “possibly” some others – “as a space to try things I normally wouldn’t when writing”.A post shared by @julie._.dawsonAlthough the two initially joined forces to work solely on a few tracks, both found the process so fluid that they quickly developed a bigger body of work that stepped outside their typical sound.

Nick Cave has opened up about recording with Johnny Cash, recalling him as “a sort of terrifying apparition of a man”.While appearing as a guest on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the ‘Red Right Hand’ singer sat down to discuss his forthcoming album ‘Wild God‘ and opened up about working with Cash on a duet cover of Hank Williams’ ‘I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry’.“Just to be clear – Johnny Cash was my hero. I used to watch him as a child.

Billy Corgan has used artificial intelligence (AI) to create a new video, promoting The Smashing Pumpkins’ new album in eight languages.The update from the alt-rock frontman comes as the band are currently embarking on a huge stadium tour across the US, alongside Green Day. It also comes on the heels of the Pumpkins sharing a brand new album titled ‘Aghori Mhori Mei’ earlier this month.Now, in a bid to promote the LP – which the band shared as a surprise release – Billy Corgan has shared a series of AI-generated videos, which see him communicate with fans in numerous languages.Originally, the video message was recorded by him in English, and thanks to AI filmmaking firm Curious Refuge, it has been re-made seven times – each time making it look like he is delivering the same message in perfectly fluent Spanish, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Italian, Greek, and French.The frontman also makes a tongue-in-cheek quip during the message, stating that he wants to share the message with fans “before AI destroys everything”.

Nilüfer Yanya has shared the transformative new single ‘Mutations’ from her forthcoming album ‘My Method Actor‘.Opening with an energetic bass and drum beat and centred around Yanya’s deep and airy vocal delivery, ‘Mutations’ sees the singer sing: “Old sensation / Don’t let them in / Let go, hold that vision / Hung up, I’m headed for your / Condemnation / Wait up, I’m heading for your / Complications / Your mutations,” describing experiences that have subtly transformed and shaped her.Speaking about the track in a press release, Yanya shared: “‘Mutations’ deals with change brought about by circumstance. This is not the phoenix rising from the ashes but the subtle change that happens constantly as millions of tiny decisions and actions shape your being.“It’s kind of like survival, for me,” she continued.

Jimmy Eat World have announced a ‘Futures’ one-off show in celebration of the album’s 20th anniversary along with special live vinyl LPs.The band took to their official X/Twitter account to share a black-and-white video that sees frontman, Jim Adkins, step into a telephone booth and pick up a ringing phone before the frame changes to clips of the band performing their song ‘Futures’ in what appears to be a live studio.The words “Jimmy Eat World, Celebrating 20 years of ‘Futures’ October 17 at The Van Buren, Phoenix” then appear on the screen as the band continue playing the track. “It’s unbelievable to us that our album Futures is almost 20 years old! Making Futures was one of the most difficult yet rewarding accomplishments in our time as a band,” began the caption of the band’s post.It’s unbelievable to us that our album Futures is almost 20 years old! Making Futures was one of the most difficult yet rewarding accomplishments in our time as a band.

Nick Cave has reflected on the death of his two sons, and explained how the grief he felt allowed him to feel “more connected” to those around him.The Bad Seeds frontman opened up about his experience of grief during a new interview with ABC Australia, which was recorded in May on the anniversary of his son Jethro’s death, and broadcast last night (August 12).The theme of grief has been an underlying motif in Cave’s work and personal life for many years now, and came to a head following the unexpected death of his 15-year-old son Arthur in July 2015. He was one of the twin sons Cave shares with his wife, Susie, and died following a fall from a cliff near Brighton.In 2022, the artist confirmed that his eldest son, Jethro Lazenby, had died at the age of 31.

The Smashing Pumpkins have joined forces with Marc Jacobs for a new fashion capsule collection.Announced on Instagram, the ‘90s alt-rock icons have teamed up with Heaven by Marc Jacobs to drop a new fashion collection.The range is comprised of a number of clothing items inspired by the band’s album artwork throughout the years, and includes a ‘Siamese Dream’-themed baby tee – which is already sold out – a matching shoulder bag (£195), an ‘Infinite Sadness’ tour long sleeve tee (£105), and a ‘Zero’ zip-up hoodie (£225).A skirt, oversized ringer tee and a hoodie are also available.As expected, the entire collection is pretty pricey, with the t-shirts priced at around £100, hoodies at £225, the bag at £195 and the skirt at £250. You can check out the entire range here.A post shared by @heavnThis isn’t the first time that the fashion house has teamed up with some iconic artists from the rock world for a fashion collab.

Nick Cave has opened up about the usage of artificial intelligence (AI) within music, saying that it is “unbelievably disturbing.”In a new interview with The Australian, Cave discussed his fears about AI and its impact on the creative industries, sharing that he believes it will have a “humiliating effect” on them. “Its intent is to completely sidestep the sort of inconvenience of the artistic struggle, going straight to the commodity, which reflects on us, what we are, as human beings, which is just things that consume stuff.

Yungblud’s new festival and saw him perform the biggest show of his career to date.It also saw appearances from the likes of Lil Yachty, Soft Play, Nessa Barrett, The Damned, Lola Young, Jazmin Bean, Noahfinnce, Jesse Jo Stark, Landon Barker (the son of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker), Hannah Grae, Aziya and more.However, some visitors have criticised the organisers of the event, outlining how there were reportedly long queues at the site and people had to wait for several hours in hot weather to be admitted.Speaking to the BBC about the issue, one concertgoer told the outlet that she passed out due to the heat and was unable to make it into the venue. Others told the publication that the extensive queuing led to them missing various performances.“Many people fainted; threw up.

KoRn show, Denzel Curry has promised fans he will “make it up” to them at Reading & Leeds.The alt-rap star was set to perform as the support for nu-metal legends KoRn last night (August 11), as they headed to Gunnersbury Park for what was their biggest UK show to date.Curry was set to take to the stage after earlier performances from Loathe, Wargasm and Spiritbox, though announced at the last minute that he had been forced to pull out of the event as he had lost his voice.According to an update, he debated whether or not to power through with the set in West London, but ultimately decided against it as he didn’t want to “risk further injury” or deliver a lacklustre performance. He also ensured that those disappointed would be accounted for, as he plans to bring the energy at the 2024 edition of Reading & Leeds.“To all my fans in London I apologise but I won’t be able to perform tonight due to losing my voice,” he began his statement on Instagram stories.“I think everyone knows how crazy I go when performing but the back-to-back shows have taken a toll on me, I don’t want to risk further injury to it or give a half-ass show… I’ll make it up to you at Reading & Leeds… that much I do promise.

Huddy caught up with NME backstage at Lollapalooza to chat about the pop-punk revival, working with Travis Barker and his transition from social media personality to musician.The ‘All The Things I Hate About You’ singer – real name Chase Hudson – spoke to us following his performance on the BMI stage on the final day of the annual Chicagoan music bash.His debut performance at Lollapalooza saw Huddy draw in one of the biggest crowds of the weekend. “I couldn’t have asked for anything more,” he told NME.

Nick Cave has shared a podcast recommendation. Check it out belowResponding to a fan question, the Bad Seeds frontman revealed his podcast pick in a new edition of his blog The Red Hand Files.Cave shared that he loves to listen to The Rest is History, a historical podcast hosted by author Tom Holland and historian Dominic Sandbrook.“Anyone who thinks there is a right and a wrong side of history has never listened to Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook’s The Rest is History,” he wrote.

Victoria Canal has responded, after tabloids claimed that she was the new romantic interest of Hollywood icon Tom Cruise.The singer, songwriter and pianist found herself at the centre of rumours recently, after she was seen with the Top Gun star at the 2024 edition of Glastonbury Festival.She was also photographed with the actor as the two of them met Bruce Springsteen at a recent show – adding fuel to the fire and leading to various outlets reporting that the two had begun dating.Now, Canal has taken to social media to shut down the speculation, and clarify that she is not in a relationship with the Mission: Impossible star.“Guys, this is literally bonkers, but apparently the tabloids think I am dating Tom Cruise. I’m deceased,” she wrote in the caption, sharing a selfie, an image of them together and various tabloid headlines.

The Smile have released a surprise 12” vinyl with two new songs, ‘Don’t Get Me Started’ and ‘The Slip’ – listen to the songs below.The band – comprised of Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood alongside Sons Of Kemet drummer Tom Skinner – had not previously announced the new release.The vinyl is currently only available physically in store in an extremely limited edition with a bespoke XL Recordings housebag, with online ordering reported to be available starting August 8 (via Stereogum).Listen to the mesmerising songs here:The band had posted cryptic AI imagery on the social media accounts on Friday (August 2), without confirming what it represented.pic.twitter.com/Xf0sUOaBEF— The Smile (@thesmiletheband) August 2, 2024Last month, the group cancelled their upcoming European tour dates for August while Greenwood recovered from his stay in intensive care.“A few days ago, Jonny became seriously ill from an infection that needed emergency hospital treatment, some of it in intensive care. Mercifully, he is now out of danger and will soon return home,” the band wrote.“We have been instructed by the medical team in charge of Jonny’s care to cancel all engagements until he has had time to make a full recovery.

Hozier gave his unreleased song ‘Nobody’s Soldier’ its live debut at Lollapalooza 2024 and called for a ceasefire in Gaza.Last night (August 1), the Irish singer took over the Bud Light stage as one of the headliners for day one of the annual Chicagoan festival. Before jumping into the second song of his set, Hozier took a moment to acknowledge the 1960s civil rights movement in the US – how it had directly inspired a similar movement for civil rights in Ireland and how he’s been singing the track ‘Nobody’s Soldier’ in solidarity with those who have protested the violence in Rafa and Gaza.“The civil rights movement that took place here in the United States directly inspired the civil rights movement in Northern Ireland, very shortly afterwards in a time and place where not every single person was guaranteed the right to vote,” he began..@Hozier calling for a ceasefire while performing at @lollapalooza tonight before singing ‘Nobody’s Soldier’ pic.twitter.com/zzxYmtCM0j— NME (@NME) August 2, 2024“We’ve been singing this song in solidarity with anybody who has contacted their representatives or put their feet on the street in honest goodwill and human witness of the lived experience of other people on the other side of the world that say ‘We wouldn’t want to see any human be subject to the kind of violence that we have been witnessing on our TV screens in Rafa.

Soccer Mommy has announced her new album ‘Evergreen’ and has shared the lead single ‘M’ – watch the video for the song below.The Nashville singer-songwriter – real name Sophia Allison – has returned after a two-year absence and will release the follow-up to 2022’s ‘Sometimes, Forever’ via Loma Vista Recordings on October 25. You can pre-order it here.‘M’ is a gentle, luscious track that showcases the warmth of Allison’s vocals, and you can watch the Anna Pollack-directed video for the song here:It follows on from her recently released song ‘Lost’, which she shared last month and will be the opening track on the new album.

Jack White has announced the official release of his highly-anticipated solo album ‘No Name’. Check out the artwork and tracklist below.Announced today (July 31), the new project will mark the sixth solo album from the former White Stripes frontman, and is set to arrive on Friday (August 2).The official details of the project come following the singer, songwriter and guitarist teasing the LP by slipping copies of it into the bags of customers at Third Man Records earlier this month.At the time, the record sleeve carried no information about its contents, simply reading ‘No Name’ on the label.

English Teacher, HighSchool and more.Set to arrive on August 30, the new instalment marks the sixth edition of the series, and will spotlight single releases that best summarise the South London-based label’s output across 2022 and 2023.It features eight songs, and all of which are described as a snapshot in time for each of these artists as they were each recorded in a single day – as per the label’s studio rules.Dutch post-punks Lewsberg open the tracklist with their song ‘Six Hills’, and this is followed by a track called ‘Oblique Fantasy’ by Jane Weaver, ‘Your God Owes You Money’ by The Queen’s Head, and ‘Only A Dream’ by Australian goth-poppers HighSchool.The second side of the compilation includes a song from experimental rock pair O. – who released acclaimed debut album ‘WeirdOs’ earlier this year – psych-punks Hot Face, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tummyache, and newly-anointed Mercury Music Prize nominees and NME Cover stars English Teacher.“I’m excited to have this collection ready.