"Great to see Larry behind the kit": U2 release single 'Street of Dreams' ahead of first new album in nine years The track was accompanied by a rousing video shot in Mexico City MusicRadar · Jul 9
R&B star Syd on her new album, the return of the Internet and Odd Future fallouts: ‘We only had three meetings as a group and I called two of them’ She was a member of the influential rap collective, then the alt-R&B hitmakers – but struggled to find her own voice. Now, after realising she ‘didn’t like anybody else’s beats’, she’s finally made a solo album that is truly hers The Guardian - UK · Jul 9
New supergroup featuring members of Green Day, Blink-182 and more form for Ramones tribute night Members of Green Day, Blink-182, Rancid and Ramones are coming together for a Ramones tribute show celebrating the band''s 50th anniversary. BANG Premier · Jul 9
‘I was a self-centred, entitled little horror ... arguably I still am’: cult psych rocker Robyn Hitchcock talks to Stewart Lee Armed with a new album inspired by ‘dead English blokes’, the revered musician discusses writing nasty songs about his neighbours and how he’s finally made it in Nashville aged 73 The Guardian - UK · Jul 9
Watch Mick Jagger and Ronnie Wood play live at a Rolling Stones listening party in London The listening party was held to celebrate the release of the Rolling Stones' latest album Foreign Tongues, which is out this week Louder · Jul 9
KT Tunstall to headline opening ceremony of Commonwealth Games in Glasgow The line-up also includes Nathan Evans & Saint PHNX, Callum Beattie, Nina Nesbitt and Valtos. Evening Standard · Jul 8
Phrase of the Day: ‘Walking on Eggshells’-What does the popular English phrase mean? The everyday expression that perfectly captures stress The idiom 'walking on eggshells' describes extreme caution in conversations. This phrase vividly captures the feeling of navigating tense relationships and situations. It signifies being careful to avoid upsetting or angering someone. This expression is commonly used in various personal and professional contexts. Understanding this idiom highlights the importance of… The Economic Times · Jul 8
What Should Justin Bieber Sing During World Cup Halftime Show? There Is Only One Right Answer If his Coachella set taught us anything, it's that the world yearns for this song. Sports Illustrated · Jul 8
This Hunter Valley concert will make you wanna shoop, shoop ba-doop Three of the biggest names in R&B history are coming to Bimbadgen. Newcastle Herald · Jul 8
“This punchy little amp is a more serious tool than it might seem at first glance”: Orange Outlowd by Ed Sheeran ES60 review Busking-ready acoustic amp with an organic, woody voice and star appeal Guitar World · Jul 8
“The spirit of the Ramones is alive in every backyard punk show, punk club, and festival”: Billie Joe Armstrong teams up with Blink-182 and Rancid members for Ramones-honoring supergroup The band will play a special charity event celebrating 50 years of the Ramones' debut album Guitar World · Jul 8
G.R.L. Singer Lauren Bennett was allegedly ‘failed’ by doctors for five months before her death, father reveals in explosive statement "We have no suspicions regarding the circumstances of her death, only deep disappointment." We Got This Covered · Jul 8
“I got a call from my brother. He said, ‘Ozzy wants to talk to you.’ Ozzy tells me that Randy died, and asks if I’m available’”: The guitarist who was hired to fill in for Randy Rhoads – only to be fired immediately afterward Robert Sarzo – Rudy Sarzo's brother – found himself in the unenviable position of lending his guitar chops to Ozzy Osbourne right after Rhoads' tragic death Guitar World · Jul 8
“I’ve actually performed it with him, and I’m afraid to say that during the soundcheck, I broke down”: The story behind The Beach Boys’ timeless masterpiece God Only Knows, a Brian Wilson co-creation that had a profound emotional impact on Paul McCartney How Brian Wilson hooked up with an LA advertising executive to pen one of the most majestic and moving pop songs ever created MusicRadar · Jul 8
MusicRadar · Jul 8 “One day I was in an elevator with Miles Davis and he said, ‘Hey, do you got a wah wah yet?’ ‘No, I don’t play a wah wah.’ He says, ‘You gotta get a wah wah!’”: Carlos Santana on Miles and McLaughlin, Hendrix and SRV, and his quest for eternal melody “I wanted my guitar to sound like a female – like the voice of my favourite singers”
Guitar World · Jul 8 Epiphone’s Eric Church signature Hummingbird Dark comes with a whiskey made using Gibson tonewood offcuts Church’s signature acoustic has been launched alongside a unique pairing
Guitar World · Jul 8 “There were just ideas pouring out of him… then he got on that helicopter and took off”: The legacy of Stevie Ray Vaughan, and what could have been How SRV followed Texas Flood, wrestled blues guitar from the club to MTV and became the guitar hero everyone wanted to copy – all before passing too soon
MusicRadar · Jul 8 "He's not a great keyboard player, he doesn't write great songs. His engineering and technical abilities are limited too. In fact, he knows very little about an awful lot": The Edge on Brian Eno and how he influenced his own "limited" guitar style Classic interview - U2 guitarist reflects on the making of The Unforgettable Fire in 1985 interview
The Economic Times · Jul 8 Quote of the Day by best-selling Canadian recording artist Celine Dion: 'Don't make your career be your life. Don't let it become your identity...'- Life lessons by 'My Heart Will Go On' singer on work-life balance, and why your value goes far beyond your career Celine Dion's quote emphasizes that career should not define personal identity. She advises letting passion bring pleasure but not become one's sole focus. True self-worth stems from character and relationships, not professional achievements. Maintaining a balanced life outside work prevents burnout and fosters happiness. This timeless message remains relevant in…
MusicRadar · Jul 8 "You can just tell when someone lives and breathes music. There’s just a lot of heart in the way that he plays": Courtney Barnett pays tribute to special artistry of Chili Pepper collaborator The Australian singer opens up about her experiences working with the "incredible" Flea
International Business Times UK · Jul 8 'People They Can't Track Down': Inside the Alleged Death Threats Halting Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Baby Plans Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's potential baby plans are reportedly hindered by security concerns, including past threats and ongoing safety issues, leaving their family future uncertain.
Metal Hammer · Jul 8 “It went pretty well – meltdown aside!” Blaze Bayley remembers the notorious gig where Iron Maiden were pelted with spit The band played Santiago to a famously frosty reception during the X Factour in 1996
Guitar World · Jul 8 “It was supposed to show up at my house. It completely disappeared”: Johnny Marr steps in to help after FedEx loses session player’s vintage guitar The Smiths legend helped save the day when FedEx delivered the guitar to the wrong location
The Independent UK · Jul 8 Spice Girls celebrate 30th anniversary of Wannabe as reunion rumours swirl Spice Girls released their iconic single Wannabe 30 years ago to begin their rise to global superstardom
Louder · Jul 8 "Story after story and it's all true, all life experience." Skunk Anansie's Skin on why Amy Winehouse's Back To Black is one of her favourite albums, but why she can't listen to its biggest hit "I thought it was some old black woman"