Punk: Last News

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.

My Chemical Romance, Blink-182 and Deftones will headline the 2025 edition of Shaky Knees Festival in Atlanta.The event is returning for its 12th year and will run from September 19 to 21 in its new home on Piedmont Park in downtown Atlanta, with a pre-sale for tickets taking place at 10am local time on Thursday (February 27) – sign up to receive the SMS access code for the pre-sale here.In addition to the three headliners, Shaky Knees will also play host to performances from Vampire Weekend, Cage The Elephant, Alabama Shakes, The Black Keys, ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic, The Marias and Public Enemy.Also on the bill are IDLES, Pixies, TV On The Radio, Lucy Dacus, Devo, The All-American Rejects, Sublime, Lenny Kravitz, Wet Leg, Franz Ferdinand, Spoon, Inhaler, Lambrini Girls, Johnny Marr, Mannequin Pussy, CMAT, English Teacher and Stereophonics.Welcome to a new era

When We Were Young Festival just announced they added a second date after initially only booking the Las Vegas Festival Grounds for Saturday, Oct. 18.Now, the ’00s core extravaganza will also take place Sunday, Oct.

Sam Fender has continued to tease another new album, saying that he is “desperate” to lean into more of a punk-inspired sound going forward.The comments from the Geordie singer-songwriter come as he shared his highly-anticipated third album, ‘People Watching’ last Friday (February 21) – which contained four of his previously released singles: ‘Remember My Name‘, ‘Arm’s Length’, ‘Wild Long Lie’ and the album’s title track.While in a new interview with The Sunday Times, Fender opened up about the inspirations that came into the songwriting process, and how his upbringing has shaped his view of the world around him.One of the most intriguing parts of the discussion, however, came when he revealed that he has already got much more unreleased material, and is already setting his sights on a new release.According to the article, Fender showed the interviewer that he had “dozens” of currently unheard demos on his phone and was eager to show them. “Do you want to hear some? It’s what gives me life,” he said.The piece goes on to state that one of the tracks that he played and sang along to during the interview was titled ‘Drugs’, while another was called ‘Hornsby’ because it was inspired by American singer-songwriter Bruce Hornsby.“I’m buzzing! I’m just singing at you!” he added, also going on to say that he was “desperate” to make a full-blown punk record soon.

Stray Cats, has revealed he has been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that has left him unable to play guitar.The singer and guitarist, also known for his time fronting the big band revivalists The Brian Setzer Orchestra, shared the news in a post on Instagram earlier this month.“I just wanted to check in with you all,” he wrote on February 13. “Towards the end of the last Stray Cats tour I noticed that my hands were cramping up. I’ve since discovered that I have an auto-immune disease.

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.

‘Hard Times Furious Dancing’, which is due for release on March 28 via The Leaf Label (pre-save/pre-order here).According to the band’s Ankle Austin, the relentless electro tune finds Snapped Ankles “dancing at the misery of the situation” people in the arts are facing due to the cost of living crisis.“Tune down the gas!” the group repeatedly warn the listener at one point in the furious single, before asking: “How are we gonna pay the rent?”Per a press release, Snapped Ankles are “aiming their ire at the architects of Brexit, which has compounded issues, and made life as a touring band almost impossible to sustain“.The London band have taken things a step further by announcing the launch of a GoFundTrees campaign – set to go live at 10am GMT tomorrow (February 21). You can sign up here.The initiative allows fans and the general public to understand the true cost of touring in 2025, as well as give opportunities for them to donate funds to Snapped Ankles ahead of their upcoming tour.

Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 has announced details of a US tour for his new memoir Fahrenheit-182. Find the details below.It comes after he dropped news of the upcoming book back last September, and explained that it was set to explore his time with Blink-182 – including their formation and break-up – as well as his struggles with anxiety, suicide ideation, and his cancer diagnosis.

Jam member Steve Brookes has paid tribute to his former bandmate Rick Buckler, who died earlier this week.Buckler passed away on Monday (February 17) following a brief illness. He was 69 years old.

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.

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.

BBC. His loved ones were by his side.Describing him as a “loving husband, father, and grandfather,” the family added that Buckler was “devoted to many” and would be “greatly missed.”Rick is survived by his wife, Lesley, and their two children, Jason and Holly.Buckler’s bandmates confirmed the news on Tuesday.

The Jam, has died at the age of 69, following a short illness.The passing of the legendary musician was confirmed by his bandmates Paul Weller and Bruce Foxton, who each shared separate statements on his death. The news of Buckler’s passing comes weeks after he was forced to cancel his spoken word tour due to “ongoing health issues”.“I’m shocked and saddened by Rick’s passing.

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.

Billy Idol has announced a huge show in London, marking his only UK headline performance of 2025. Find all the details below.The singer-songwriter will take to the stage at the OVO Wembley Arena on Tuesday June 24, following an appearance at the Forever Now Festival at The National Bowl in Milton Keynes two days prior (22).“Every time we play Wembley we have an absolute blast and this summer will be no exception!” Idol said in a statement.

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.

New York Dolls frontman David Johansen has thanked fans for their fundraising support after he revealed his stage 4 cancer diagnosis.On Monday (February 10), the punk icon’s daughter Leah Hennessey launched the appeal to help pay for his treatment and care, disclosing that her father had been receiving cancer treatment for “most of the last decade”.The page, hosted by the Sweet Relief Musicians’ Fund, indicates that Johansen was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2020, and explains that his condition was further complicated in November when he fell down the stairs and broke his back in two places. Visit the fundraiser here.Now, the musician and his wife Mara have posted a video updating fans on his condition and thanking them for their generosity in contributing to the fundraiser.Lying in a hospital bed, Johansen says in the video: “Hello everybody.

PUP have announced a new album, ‘Who Will Look After The Dogs?’ and released a new single, ‘Hallways’.The band’s new single follows their recent single ‘Paranoid’ and finds frontman Stefan Babcock mourning a break-up – “The first night without you/I collapsed on the living room floor/What the hell am I gonna do if I can never see you anymore?”Babcock also references the album’s title in the second verse – “I’m losing the will to keep dragging on/But I can’t die yеt ’cause who will look after the dog?”The album, PUP’s fifth LP, will be released on May 2 via Little Dipper/Rise. It is the follow-up to 2022’s ‘The Unraveling of PUPTheBand’.“Within days of announcing our last album, coincidentally titled ‘The Unraveling of PUPTHEBAND’, my life unexpectedly imploded. I wrote the lyrics for ‘Hallways’ while all that was going on.

Green Day‘s early days is in the works.According to reports from Variety, Live Nation Productions is working on a roadtrip comedy titled New Years Rev, with all three members of Green Day producing. The film is currently in production in Oklahoma.New Years Rev – which was inspired by Green Day’s early days living and touring in a van – will tell the story of three friends as they travel across the United States after mistakenly thinking they’ll be opening for a Green Day New Years concert in Los Angeles.Mason Thames, Kylr Coffman and Ryan Foust star as the young group of friends who embark on a life-changing journey.

Scowl, NME’s latest stars of The Cover, have compiled an exclusive playlist to accompany the story’s launch – check it out below.The Santa Cruz hardcore band are on this week’s (February 10) edition of The Cover, a weekly manifestation of NME’s commitment to supporting emerging talent across the globe on a weekly basis. Every week, a rising artist will feature on The Cover – you can read the profile of Scowl here, written by Mia Hughes and featuring photography by Malcolm Squire.Scowl have curated an exclusive playlist for NME to accompany The Cover, titled ‘New Direction’.