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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.

Self Esteem has shared a new single called ‘If Not Now, It’s Soon’, which explores themes of “hope, perseverance and patience”. Check it out below.The new track was shared today (March 25) and marks the third single to be taken from Self Esteem’s upcoming album ‘A Complicated Woman’.

Mumford & Sons and JADE. Find out the details below.This year’s edition of the festival is set to be held at Sefton Park in Liverpool between Friday May 23 to Sunday May 25.

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.

Self Esteem has shared a sexually charged new single, ’69’ – check it out below.To usher in Valentine’s Day, Self Esteem has dropped the hyper-sexual and political house-influenced track as the second preview from her highly anticipated upcoming album ‘A Complicated Woman’.’69’ sees Self Esteem – real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor – rate sexual positions, championing the necessity of communication during sex, and take a jab at the inequality that women face when it comes to satisfying men.The newly released track also features drag icon Meatball, who has spoken about the same themes in their podcast.Self Esteem sings during the song’s opening verse and chorus: “Doggy style feels alright, missionary 40 calories burnt for me / Scissoring, I find that interesting / Spooning is always soothing / The one thing I hate, ‘cos I can’t concentrate / no I just can’t abide, yeah I’ve never the time, to 69.”A music video for ’69’ – directed by Piers Dennis – is due to release in a few hours, and sees Taylor speaking at an addicts anonymous session, slowly breaking out into dance choreography and turning the session into an intense dance party, complete with red strobe lights.Self Esteem said of ’69’ in a press statement: “I always wanted to write a song that lists sex positions and rates them. A lot of my music is saying the things I struggle to say in real life.

Self Esteem has announced a live “theatrical presentation” of her upcoming third album ‘A Complicated Woman’ – find all the details below.The singer-songwriter – aka Rebecca Lucy Taylor – is due to release the 12-track record on April 25 via Polydor. She’s already previewed the follow-up to 2021’s Mercury and BRIT-nominated ‘Prioritise Pleasure’ with the single ‘Focus Is Power’, released last week.Today (January 28), it has been confirmed that a brand-new intimate show from Taylor – titled ‘A Complicated Woman Live’ – will be coming to the Duke Of York’s Theatre in London this spring.Created by Taylor and Tony award-winning designer Tom Scutt, the “unique” performance is described as “an ambitious quasi-theatrical experience that harnesses the power and energy of a gig but presents it through a theatrical format”.Scutt ​​​also directed ‘A Complicated Woman Live’, which features choreography by Stuart Rogers, and musical direction by Mike Park.A limited run of five shows has been scheduled for April 16, 17, 18 and 19 – with the latter date featuring two performances.A post shared by SELF ESTEEM (@selfesteemselfesteem)Tickets for all shows go on general sale at 10am GMT on Wednesday February 5 – you’ll be able to buy yours here.

Self Esteem has announced a new album called ‘A Complicated Woman’, and today shares the first track ‘Focus Is Power’.The singer – real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor – has announced ‘A Complicated Woman’ on social media today, which is set for release on April 25 via Polydor.With news of the album she has shared her new track ‘Focus Is Power’, a goosebump-inducing ballad, featuring a choir of mainly female voices, about self-confidence and determination.“You see, it wasn’t up to me but now it could be / But now I see it clear with every passing of each year / I deserve to be here…” the lyrics go. Listen to ‘Focus Is Power’ below.According to a press release, ‘A Complicated Woman’ is about taking back control of your own life – all while exposing the excess and additional labour that women are expected to undertake.Self Esteem’s new album will feature appearances by Moonchild Sanelly, Nadine Shah, and Life Without Buildings‘ Sue Tompkins.A post shared by SELF ESTEEM (@selfesteemselfesteem)1. ‘I Do And I Don’t Care’2. ‘Focus Is Power’3. ‘Mother’4. ‘The Curse’5. ‘Logic, Bitch! (ft. Sue Tompkins)’6. ‘Cheers To Me’7. ‘If Not Now, It’s Soon’8. ‘In Plain Sight ft Moonchild Sanelly’9. ‘Lies (ft. Nadine Shah)’10. ’69’11. ‘What Now’12. ‘The Deep Blue Okay’The singer appeared to be teasing new music last week when she wiped clean her official Instagram account and shared a singular post of a black title with the sentence “And now, I know you’re feeling ready for your bow,” written in the centre of it.She shared that same post on her official X/Twitter as well as on her Instagram stories.

Self Esteem may be teasing her return to music after wiping her social media and sharing a new post.Today (January 16) the singer – real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor – completely wiped clean her official Instagram account and shared a singular post of a black title with the sentence “And now, I know you’re feeling ready for your bow,” written in the centre of it.She shared that same post on her official X/Twitter as well as on her Instagram stories. A sign-up link was also featured on her stories which directs those who click to her website and encourages all to sign up to her mailing list.A post shared by SELF ESTEEM (@selfesteemselfesteem)and now, i know you're feeling ready for your bow pic.twitter.com/K4pPZwBmiS— Self Esteem (@SELFESTEEM___) January 16, 2025The post has left many thinking that the singer is now entering her new ear for her upcoming third album.

Self Esteem have joined forces for the sentimental new single ‘Rescue Me’. Check it out below.The track comes from Rasmussen’s new album ‘Live Wire’ (listen here) and sees the two artists explore the complexities of friendship in the modern world.It comes alongside a Vic Lentaigne-directed video, where scenes from Rasmussen and Self Esteem’s relationship are played out from a bedroom. From there, they ruminate on their love lives, give each other brutally honest fashion opinions, and argue over Buffy the Vampire Slayer plot lines.In a press release, Rasmussen shared that the track is about “friendships changing”.

Self Esteem has shared a reflective new track called ‘Love Second Music First’. Check it out below.Shared today (September 13), the new song by Rebecca Lucy Taylor arrives as a B-Side to her current single ‘Big Man’.It is available to buy and stream digitally ahead of a physical release of ‘Big Man’ on 7-inch picture disc vinyl on October 18 – visit here to pre-order.“This is a song I wrote about my long-term lover,” the Sheffield singer explained about the inspiration behind the B-side in a new statement.

Self Esteem, has revealed that she is about “70 per cent” into making her “honest” third album.The Sheffield singer-songwriter opened up about her time working on new material during a recent interview with Nick Grimshaw as part of his Sidetracked podcast with Annie Macmanus.As well as covering topics like the long-awaited Oasis reunion and Sexyy Red’s unconventional lipgloss range, the artist confirmed that she is well underway with the follow-up to her BRIT and Mercury Prize-nominated 2021 album, ‘Prioritise Pleasure’, but has taken a new direction to what fans may expect.“I think I’m 70 per cent through making the difficult third album,” she began, adding that she feels some pressure to keep up the momentum from her last studio release. “No one has ever been that interested in what I’m about to do.

Self Esteem and Moonchild Sanelly have teamed up for a collaborative new single, ‘Big Man’. Check it out below.The song marks the first release from the former – aka Rebecca Lucy Taylor – since her BRIT and Mercury Prize-nominated 2021 album, ‘Prioritise Pleasure’, and “explores the nuances of modern masculinity and gender roles”.“I’m a big man/ Yeah, I’m a fucking big man/ What are you?” the pair sing over an electronic beat.Speaking about working with South African musician and dancer Sanelly, Taylor explained: “Me and Moon wrote a song from the perspective of a good boyfriend.

Placebo have announced details of a second feature-length documentary, This Search For Meaning. Check out the trailer below.The project is an intimate and enlightening portrait of the band, which explores both the meaning and subject matter behind their songs, while also diving into their evolution as a group and as human beings.Created by Scottish award-winning filmmaker Oscar Sansom, the documentary won’t simply present a narrative about the origins of the band, it’ll instead take a deep dive into the legacy they created through their themes of surveillance, culture, scrutiny, sexuality, gender identity, addiction, trauma and more.It’ll also include informal conversations with both vocalist-guitarist Brian Molko and bassist–guitarist Stefan Olsdal, as well as contributions from artists who either admire or have been inspired by Placebo.

Self Esteem has revealed that she is close to completing the “finishing touches” on her new album.The singer-songwriter, who recently teamed up with Becky Hill for new single ‘True Colours’, gave an update on her third album to podcaster Adam Buxton.Speaking at the Crossed Wires Podcast Festival, Rebecca Lucy Taylor was asked how close the record was to being completed, to which she responded: “I’ve sort of got it, sitting with it, thinking about it and then in September/October we are going to go back and finish it.”She also went on to confirm that, “there will be something by the end of the year” in terms of the release of new material.In addition, Taylor said she already plans to make another solo album.She added: “I’m always psychologically an album ahead, the next album I want to do a bit more orchestral and stand still a bit more. I want to sing more, I want to be Chris Martin.”Taylor also said that at some point she wants to a do a record with Richard Hawley.

Becky Hill and Self Esteem have teamed up for a powerful new single called ‘True Colours’ – you can listen to it below.The collaborative track will serve as the opener of Hill’s second studio album ‘Believe Me Now?’, which is due for release this Friday (May 31). Pre-order/pre-save here.Hill approached Self Esteem (aka Rebecca Lucy Taylor) to work on ‘True Colours’ because the two artists “share similar beliefs and agendas, and are fans of each other’s work”, per a press release.The personal song’s lyrics explore a first-hand experience of a sexual assault by somebody you trust and your friends not believing you.

This Town – featuring Self Esteem, Olivia Dean and various original songs – has been released.Including classic covers and brand new, original compositions from the hit Steven Knight drama, ‘This Town (Music From The Original BBC Series)’ is out now via Polydor Records. You can stream the LP on all streaming platforms and purchase the vinyl pressing here.The soundtrack for the series brings together the show’s genre-wide mix of timeless anthems, original songs, and iconic hits set in the world of ska and two-tone in the early ’80s.‘This Town (Music From The Original BBC Series)’ features Self Esteem’s reimagining of Jimmy Cliff’s 1970’s track ‘You Can Get It If You Really Want’ as well as Ray Laurél’s cover of ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’.It also includes Olivia Dean’s rework of the reggae classic ‘The Harder They Come’ and Celeste’s cover of ‘Blue Moon’.The tracks performed by Fuck The Factory – the band at the heart of This Town – were created by producer Dan Carey (Fontaines D.C, Wet Leg, Been Stellar and founder of the seminal Speedy Wunderground label). Carey also collaborated with singer-songwriter ESKA and musician, novelist and poet Kae Tempest in work that adds another chapter to this vital story.1. Self Esteem: ‘You Can Get It If You Really Want’2. Ray Laurél: ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’3. Fuck The Factory: ‘Estella’4. Olivia Dean: ‘The Harder They Come’5. Fuck The Factory: ‘Birdsong’6. Fuck The Factory: ‘Pelicans’7. Celeste: ‘Blue Moon’8. Fuck The Factory: ‘Farewell To Matty And Her Flowers’9. Gregory Porter: ‘The World’s Going Up In Flames’10. Fuck The Factory: ‘This Town’11. Sekou: ‘Wonderful World, Beautiful People’“It has been a privilege to be working with Paul Whittington, Steven Knight and the entire

Mae Muller headlined the most recent edition of Club NME with Ladbrokes LIVE this weekend at London’s Scala (April 12).In what was her first headline show of the year, Muller debuted tracks from her 2023 album ‘Sorry I’m Late’ for the first time returning to the stage in style. Performing to a hometown crowd who knew every lyric, the set spanned from fan favourite ‘Work Like That’ through to her enormous single ‘I Wrote A Song’, which was the UK’s Eurovision entry for 2023.The crowd were also treated to DJ sets from pop royalty Self Esteem and drag icon Raven Mandella, the latter of whom kicked things off with a colourful, energetic set.

Mae Muller has spoken to NME about leaving her record label to become an independent artist, feeling “at peace” with Eurovision and headlining this week’s Club NME event.The 26-year-old singer-songwriter will take to the stage at London’s Scala on Friday (April 12) for a live headline set. She’ll be joined on the night by Self Esteem and special guest Raven Mandella – both of whom will be hitting the decks to DJ into the early hours.The legendary Club NME series returned last September with Courteeners playing in London before Blossoms delivered a special show in Manchester earlier this year.

Mae Muller and Self Esteem are set to perform as part of this week’s Club NME event. Grab free tickets here and find all the details below.The legendary Club NME series returned last September with Courteeners playing in London before Blossoms delivered a special show in Manchester earlier this year.On Friday (April 12) Club NME will take over London’s Scala in King’s Cross, with Muller due to deliver a live headline set at the venue.

Becky Hill has revealed that her forthcoming new album ‘Believe Me Now?’ features a collaboration with Self Esteem.The dance artist dropped the tracklist for her second album (out May 31) on social media this weekend, revealing that the opening track is a song called ‘True Colours’ with Self Esteem.The album comprises 15 songs, including additional collaborations with Sonny Fodera, Lewis Thompson, RILEASA and Chase & Status.A post shared by Becky Hill (@beckyhill)1.⁠ ⁠‘True Colours (With Self Esteem)’2.⁠ ‘Darkest Hour’3.⁠ ‘Outside Of Love’ 4.⁠ ‘Never Be Alone (With Sonny Fodera)’ 5.⁠ ⁠‘Multiply’6.⁠ ⁠‘Swim’7.⁠ ⁠‘Man Of My Dreams’8.⁠ ⁠‘Linger’9.⁠ ⁠‘Lonely Again’10.⁠ ⁠‘Side Effects (With Lewis Thompson)’11.⁠ ⁠‘Back Around’12.⁠ ⁠‘Keep Holding On’13.⁠ ⁠‘One Track Mind (With RILEASA)’14.⁠ ‘Disconnect (With Chase & Status)’ 15.⁠ ⁠‘Right Here’Self Esteem (real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor) has made it no secret that she’s a big fan of Hill. In 2022, the singer delivered a stripped-down cover of ‘Remember’ by Hill and David Guetta while performing for the BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge.It came after Taylor spoke to NME on the BRITs red carpet about her “love” for Hill, even choosing the ‘Lose Control’ artist as her dream collab.

Self Esteem has dropped the sonic new cover of Jimmy Cliff’s ‘You Can Get It If You Really Want’, shared as part of the This Town soundtrack. Check it out below.The song was shared by the Sheffield singer as part of the new BBC series which aired over the Easter weekend, and takes place in the ’80s UK, amid the two-tone ska revival.Originally released back in 1995, the song was first shared by Jimmy Cliff as part of his album ‘Many Rivers To Cross’.“Persecution you must fear/ Win or lose you got to get your share/ You’ve got your mind set on a dream/ You can get it though hard it may seem now,” Self Esteem, real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor sings in the verse, putting a modern, dance spin on the original track.Check out both the original and the new Self Esteem cover below.The first two episodes of This Town aired over Easter weekend, with Self Esteem’s reimagining of ‘You Can Get It If You Really Want’ being played from the soundtrack, as well as Ray Laurél’s new version of ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’.The series “celebrates a thrilling evolution of sound, spirit and UK culture” and is set against the melting-pot scene of the Midlands in the 1980s.