Olivia Rodrigo announces worldwide hunt for limited-edition Lego vinyl records Hundreds of exclusive Lego versions of her album will be hidden in record stores across the world next month. Evening Standard · Jul 28
“I remember one really beautiful Fender Stratocaster – I watched in horror as he destroyed it during the encore”: Jimi Hendrix's roadie explains why the icon smashed his guitars Eric Barrett was Hendrix's guitar tech during his heyday – and witnessed the legend's guitar-smashing antics firsthand Guitar World · Jul 28
“The music is really interesting. But the backlash has already started”: Love them or hate them, Angine de Poitrine draw real crowds – so why is the viral duo so divisive? Naysayers thought they’d be a flash in the pan, but AdP continue to dazzle. And they still split opinions like no other act Guitar World · Jul 28
“They gave me a hard time when I brought it through customs. I thought, ‘Are they going to take it off me?’” Steve Hackett on the guitar that defined his Genesis sound – and how he bought it for a bargain price After his Les Paul Standard was stolen and held for ransom during a North American tour, Hackett acquired the Gibson that became his mainstay in Genesis Guitar World · Jul 28
How to start recording pristine picked acoustic guitar in just three simple steps You can create a great guitar track using just a single microphone and it's simpler than you think… MusicRadar · Jul 28
"One of the most important legacies in electronic music": inMusic donates vast collection of over 4,400 items to Bob Moog Foundation Archives The donation includes vintage synths and prototypes as well as rare letters and schematics MusicRadar · Jul 28
Carly Simon Parkinson's Disease: Singer Reveals Diagnosis Ahead of First Original Album in 18 Years Carly Simon reveals her Parkinson's disease diagnosis ahead of 'Comes in Waves,' her first album of original songs since 2008 International Business Times UK · Jul 28
“The first Slipknot album is all chaos; the Stone Sour album is a baring of the soul”: Corey Taylor reveals the 10 albums that changed his life The Great Big Mouth on his best records, Les Misérables and how great sex made him a Depeche Mode fan Metal Hammer · Jul 28
“It was one of those scary, scary moments. But we pulled it off. And you know, ELP always liked a bit of pressure!”: Carl Palmer sets the record straight about Emerson, Lake & Palmer’s landmark 1977 tour “The rumours said we were broke. That is not true” MusicRadar · Jul 28
“I had a few million views before going on stage. I had this pressure”: Laura Cox on taking her sound from YouTube to the studio and the stage – and the release from playing with “real people” Now a fully fledged touring artist with three albums to her credit, the French blues-rocker talks Les Pauls vs SG, studio pressure and Marshall amps Guitar World · Jul 28
Usher Faces 'Sweaty' and 'Smelled Weird' Claims After Gabrielle Cheyenne Breaks Silence on Viral Stage Moment A fan's awkward moment at Usher's Nashville concert sparked online debate, with Gabrielle Cheyenne clarifying her experience and reigniting discussions about Usher's alleged body odour. International Business Times UK · Jul 28
Miley Cyrus signs with new record label after leaving Columbia Records Singer-songwriter Miley Cyrus has penned a deal with Atlantic Records, after leaving Columbia. BANG Premier · Jul 28
"I almost died several times, proverbially and physically." From a broken back to the Rolling Stones: Meet rock's unstoppable new showman, Des Rocs "I just think it’s all about being, without shame, who you really are" - Des Rocs Louder · Jul 28
BANG Premier · Jul 28 Ariana Grande sues over leaked songs Pop star Ariana Grande is taking legal action again two alleged hackers over claims they leaked her unreleased songs as well as pictures, video and audio after accessing accounts belonging to her collaborators.
Louder · Jul 28 "When the fans changed the meaning of those words, they lifted the curse." How Eddie Vedder plumbed the murkiest of emotional depths to complete a Pearl Jam classic Pearl Jam's debut single was an act of catharsis for Eddie Vedder, but the band's audience took it in an unexpected direction
The Economic Times · Jul 28 Quote of the day by Michael Jackson, 'When I see children, I see the face of God. That's why I love them so much. That's what I see' shows psychology behind children perceived as Almighty's messenger, teaches timeless inspiring heartfelt life lesson on learning from children's innocence Michael Jackson's quote is about recognizing the extraordinary value of human life at its earliest stage. By nurturing children with kindness, patience, and opportunity, we strengthen families, communities, and the future itself. Perhaps that is why these heartfelt words continue to inspire people across generations: they remind us that the…
Evening Standard · Jul 27 Singer Danny Jones reveals McFly are working on new album Formed in 2003, McFly are completed by singer and guitarist Tom Fletcher, bass player Dougie Poynter and drummer Harry Judd.
The Independent UK · Jul 27 Danny Jones reveals McFly are working on new album inspired by Oasis ‘We want to sound like a glorified pub band’
BANG Premier · Jul 27 Miley Cyrus: Love stories are always layered Pop star Miley Cyrus believes it's difficult to "intellectualise" love.
Metal Hammer · Jul 27 "The romantic tale of a man who seduces a young lady at a Bavarian shooting party and makes love with her in a pig barn." 10 Faith No More deep cuts which perfectly capture their subversive, maverick spirit In celebration of their imminent return, here are the 10 best Faith No More curios that may have passed you by
International Business Times UK · Jul 27 'I Wanted Chris': Woman Kicked Off Usher's Stage After Awkward Serenade, Later Says She Came for Chris Brown Gabrielle Cheyenne explains her viral awkward moment with Usher, revealing she attended the concert for Chris Brown, sparking online debate over her reaction during Usher's serenade.
Louder · Jul 27 Why Taylor Swift's favourite emo band sneaked lyrics by Motley Crue, Bad Company and Madness into the album that saved their career "If you’re our age and were interested in music at all, those lyric quotes are there in your mind"
Guitar World · Jul 27 “A holy grail artifact from the peak of their stadium-rock dominance”: Eddie Van Halen’s old guitar tech and a superfan have helped put together ‘the ultimate Van Halen guitar auction’ A collection of studio and stage gear amassed over the years is going under the hammer
The Guardian - UK · Jul 27 Plas Johnson obituary Celebrated saxophonist in demand for session work and film soundtracks who was famous for his stylistic and technical versatility