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Fontaines D.C. have announced the upcoming release of their new single ‘It’s Amazing To Be Young’.

Blondshell has shared her tender new single ‘Two Times’ from her forthcoming album ‘If You Asked For A Picture’.The stripped-back, acoustic-driven track sees Blondshell – real name Sabrina Teitelbaum – sing: “How bad does it have to hurt to count / Does it have to hurt at all / I’ll come back if you put me down two times,” questioning if a healthy relationship has less value if there’s no conflict within in.Directed by Hannah Bon, ‘Two Times’s accompanying lyric video sees the ‘Salad’ singer singing the track in a studio while posing for photos.Speaking about the song in a press release, Blondshell said: “I feel like I’m always seeing movies and shows where conflict is the only way love is expressed. It’s a lot of stories where someone has to work really hard to get somebody else to love them, and that’s what seems to make the relationship valuable.“This song was basically like, what if it’s just solid? What if it’s just good and the relationship’s healthy? Does that mean it is less valuable? I think that’s a painful question because it’s essentially asking how capable you are of being in a decent relationship.

Perfume Genius has shared a new single featuring Aldous Harding – listen to ‘No Front Teeth’ below.The collaborative song serves as the second preview of the singer-songwriter’s seventh album ‘Glory’, which is due for release on March 28 via Matador (pre-order/pre-save here).Following on from lead single ‘It’s A Mirror’, the latest track from Perfume Genius (real name Mike Hadreas) begins with a stripped-back, acoustic guitar-driven verse, ahead of haunting and ethereal vocals from Harding.“Better days/ Nothing touch me/ Light it breaks on the wings of a dove/ Better days/ Nothing touch me/ Let it take everything that I love,” sings the New Zealand folk artist. ‘No Front Teeth’ then breaks out into a raw and rocky instrumental.“No front teeth/ Where they all used to go/ Sewn in my pocket lining/ Suddenly/ When the cover is blown/ Can I just rest beside it,” Hadreas adds in the single, which is bolstered by time changes throughout.The song is accompanied by an official music video, directed by Cody Critcheloe, who helmed Perfume Genius’ ‘Queen’ video.Per a press release, the surreal ‘No Front Teeth’ visuals represent a “fever dream” that is “unhinged, sexually charged, hilarious and riveting, leaving the viewer questioning what is real and what is an aberration”.The clip stars Hadreas and Harding, alongside Perfume Genius bandmember and co-writer Alan Wyffels. Tune in here:Following on from 2022’s ‘Ugly Season’, the forthcoming ‘Glory’ was produced by Perfume Genius’ longtime collaborator Blake Mills.

the venue’s long-serving owners, The Leadmill Ltd, lost its eviction court battle with Electric Group, leaving its future uncertain – its statement on social media informed patrons that “there is no immediate timeline for what happens next.”Electric Group, the owners of the 900-capacity venue’s building, served an eviction notice on their tenants The Leadmill Ltd in March 2022, which sparked an outcry across the music industry and from gig-goers. The Leadmill Ltd own the trademark for the venue’s name – meaning a new venue in a different building could retain the name and branding of the original.A spokesperson for the Electric Group has now commented on the ruling to NME: “We welcome the court’s consideration and careful decision to award a possession order for the Leadmill; an important ruling following difficult legal proceedings.“The successful legal outcome paves the way for a bright future for this venue, ensuring it will receive the substantial investment it needs to thrive.

Sam Fender and RAYE leading the line-up. Find all the details below.The motor racing event is due to take place at the iconic Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire between July 3-6.Today (February 20), organisers have confirmed who’ll be topping the bill when the F1 hosts “an eclectic mix of British music heavyweights this year”, having attracted record crowds of 480,000 last summer.Fender, who releases his third album ‘People Watching’ tomorrow (February 21), is set to headline Silverstone on Thursday July 3.

James Blake has been announced as a headliner for Solstice At Wasing 2025 – find all the details below.The singer-songwriter and producer is due to top the bill at the three-day event on Saturday June 21. He’ll deliver an “intimate piano show” at The Woodland venue on the Wasing Estate, Berkshire.Andrew Perkins, CEO of Wasing Estate, said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to have James Blake perform at Solstice At Wasing, joining an incredible bill with Anoushka Shankar and many others.“Here at Wasing, we are all about creating a real connection between artists, audiences and the natural world and we’re delighted to work with artists who share our ethos.”A description reads: “For one magical weekend, Wasing invites concertgoers to come together to mark the Summer solstice, which takes place on the same day everywhere on the planet [June 21], connecting everyone in a truly global moment.“Set on Wasing Estate, The Woodland is a stunning enclave right in the heart of the countryside.

The 1975 should not be held personally responsible for the on-stage kiss that led to a festival being shut down.The incident took place at the 2023 edition of the Good Vibes Festival in Malaysia, when frontman Matty Healy and bassist Ross MacDonald used their set to share a kiss while on stage. Homosexuality is a crime in the country and is punishable by up to 20 years in prison.During the set in Kuala Lumpur, the singer also gave a speech calling out the Malaysian government for its hardline stance on gay rights.

Fontaines D.C. have taken to their social media to tease a blissed-out new song titled ‘It’s Amazing To Be Young’.Today (February 19), the Dublin rockers took to their official Instagram account to share a video featuring a new song. The clip opens with a close-up shot of a girl blankly staring at the camera.

served an eviction notice on their tenants The Leadmill Ltd in March 2022, which sparked an outcry across the music industry and from gig-goers. The Leadmill Ltd own the trademark for the venue’s name – meaning a new venue in a different building could retain the name and branding of the original.Since first opening its doors in 1980, the venue has hosted early shows from Arctic Monkeys, Kings Of Leon and The Killers, and remains a popular live music and clubbing spot.Last night (February 19), The Leadmill issued a statement on social media regarding the court’s ruling against the venue in favour of its landlords.

Master Peace joined Franz Ferdinand live on stage in Madrid earlier this week (February 17) to rap a verse over ‘Hooked’ – check out the moment below.The band are currently in the middle of their European tour which is also being supported by Master Peace. The musician joined the band on stage for ‘Hooked’ to rap a verse on the recently released song.

The Lemon Twigs‘ Brian D’Addario has shared his amorous new single ‘Till The Morning’ from his debut solo album of the same name.The romantic track is reminiscent of early Kinks tracks with a blend of The Beatles and Bob Dylan sounds. The song features a prominent bass line, a retro-sounding piano and D’Addario singing: “Your lips they surround me in a halo of dreams / They show me things my eyes never could’ve seen  / Like the tombstone raider who shined on Gallali / Whose candle burnt brightly till the morning,” discussing beautiful moments within a relationship.Directed by his brother and Lemon Twigs bandmate, Michael D’Addario, ‘Till The Morning’s accompanying video sees Brian playing the guitar and singing the song in a park surrounded by foliage.Speaking about the song in a press release, Brian shared: “It’s a love song having to do with those fleeting moments when you grasp something real, amidst all the noise and propaganda.

Pete Doherty has shared a health update, saying that he is at risk of having his toes amputated.The Libertines frontman and soloist revealed last year that he had been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and claimed he “was healthier when he was on heroin”. In late 2023, Doherty described himself as “a very sick man” and said “death’s lurking”.The singer-songwriter is currently out on a European tour with The Libertines in support of their fourth and latest studio album, 2024’s ‘All Quiet On The Eastern Esplanade’.

Liam Gallagher has hit back at reports on how he plans to spend his pay cheque from the Oasis reunion tour.The past few days saw some outlets speculate about how the Britpop icon plans to spend the money he is set to make from his highly anticipated Oasis comeback tour, which will kick off later this summer.According to publications like The Sun and The Standard, the frontman was looking to buy a “country mansion” in the Cotswolds. The reports also claimed that both he and his brother Noel are expected to take home £3million a piece for each of the 33 scheduled live shows – equating to a total taking of £100million each.“[Liam and his fiancée Debbie Gwyther are] looking to buy an additional home as they love the Cotswolds area so much,” an anonymous “insider” told The Sun.

The Wombats have recalled the time they were chased by gangsters in Rio de Janeiro while out on tour.The Liverpool band, who released their sixth album ‘Oh! The Ocean’ last week, spoke about the incident during a recent interview with NME.“We got in trouble with some gang [in Rio De Janeiro] and they chased us back to the hotel,” explained frontman Matthew Murphy.“It was a wild night and I guess someone said something to the wrong person whilst intoxicated, and the next thing we knew we were in a van being chased – not chased, but two Range Rovers followed us back to the hotel.”He added: “Our tour manager got me off and then had to deal with it. But apparently it was pretty freaky.”The group also looked back on the run-in during a new interview with the Daily Star‘s ‘Wired’ column.“We got chased in Rio by a gang.

The Jam have been re-sharing footage of the band’s final live show following the death of Rick Buckler.News broke yesterday (February 18) that the drummer had died at the age of 69, following a brief illness. Among those leading the tributes were bandmates Paul Weller and Bruce Foxton.“I’m shocked and saddened by Rick’s passing,” the frontman wrote on X/Twitter.

Mumford & Sons have shared their latest single ‘Malibu’ from the forthcoming album ‘Rushmere’, explaining that the song “just felt like us”.The soft and delicate track opens with a folksy guitar riff as frontman Marcus Mumford‘s warm vocals take over the chorus of: “You are all I want / You’re all I need / And I’ll find peace beneath the shadow of your wings“.Speaking about the track in a press release, the frontman said: “‘Malibu’ was the first song we wrote when we got back together in Los Angeles in January 2023. The song just felt like us, and the process of recording it with Dave [Cobb] captured it on record in a way that made us feel it had to open RUSHMERE.

Ekkstacy has announced his third studio album, ‘Forever’ – listen to new single ‘Keep My Head Down’ below.The Vancouver artist and former NME Cover star is due to release the record on May 16 via UnitedMasters (pre-order/pre-save here). It’ll follow on from his self-titled second LP, which arrived early last year.He had already previewed the forthcoming ‘Forever’ with the song ‘She Will Be Missed’ back in December.On the tender, acoustic guitar-based ‘Keep My Head Down’, Ekkstacy brings his vocal and songwriting abilities to the forefront as he ushers in the next phase of his career on album three.

The Murder Capital have shared an emotional new single called ‘A Distant Life’. Check it out below.Released today (February 18), the track marks the final preview of the band’s upcoming third album ‘Blindness’.It follows on from the previously released songs ‘Can’t Pretend To Know’, ‘Words Lost Meaning’, ‘Love Of Country’ and ‘The Fall’.With the latest teaser of the LP, the band take on a more carefree, laid-back approach.

Morrissey has extended his upcoming 2025 solo tour, announcing 22 new dates across Europe. Find information and ticket details below.News of the first run of dates was shared earlier this month, when the former Smiths frontman and soloist began teasing fans, saying big news was on the way.

Øya Festival has added more names to its 2025 line-up – you can find all the details below.The 26th edition of the event is due to take place at Tøyenparken in Oslo, Norway between August 5 and 9. Tickets are on sale now – buy yours here.Last November, it was announced that Chappell Roan, Khruangbin and Wet Leg would be performing at the festival.

James Bay has announced an intimate London show as part of BRITs Week 2025. Find all the details below.The singer-songwriter is due to perform at the iconic, 350-capacity 100 Club on Oxford Street on Wednesday March 5.Bay, whose fourth album ‘Changes All The Time’ arrived last October, joins the likes of Kasabian, Soft Play, Nova Twins and Joy Crookes on the line-up for this year’s BRITs Week.Tickets go on general sale at 10am GMT this Friday (February 21) – you’ll be able to buy yours here.