Meet DARA, Bulgaria’s first ever Eurovision Song Contest champion Pop singer triumphed with her energetic dance track ‘Bangaranga’, beating Israel in the song contest held in Vienna, Austria The Independent UK · May 14
"I learned this note-for-note because it really touched me emotionally; it was so vulnerable." The eight songs that fuelled Steve Stevens' teenage rock'n'roll dreams Billy Idol guitarist Steve Stevens recalls the songs that rocked his world during his formative years Louder · May 14
How Australian pop star Delta Goodrem went from Neighbours to cancer ordeal to Eurovision darling Singer and actor is already a household name thanks to her 2003 debut album ‘Innocent Eyes’ The Independent UK · May 14
KATSEYE 'Wildworld' Tour 2026: UK, US & Europe Dates, Tickets—And Is Manon Joining the Lineup? KATSEYE announces their 'Wildworld' 2026 tour, marking a major milestone, while fans wonder about Manon Bannerman's participation amidst ongoing speculation about her status in the group. International Business Times UK · May 14
Chris Brown Melts Down Over Brutal Album Reviews, Tells Haters to 'Go Listen to Zara Larsson' Chris Brown addresses criticism of his album 'Brown' via social media, sparking debate over his response and the role of artists in confronting reviews. International Business Times UK · May 14
Lizzo declares social media algorithms are 'destroying the music industry' Lizzo has spoken out on the impact social media algorithms are having on the music industry. BANG Premier · May 14
"The most surreal moment at that day was running into Ronnie Wood in the bathroom." Zakk Wylde's wild stories of Ozzy Osbourne, Lemmy, Dimebag Darrell, Dave Grohl, Elton John and more Zakk Wylde spent years playing guitar for Ozzy, fronts Black Label Society, has taken the place of Dimebag Darrell in the current Pantera… and these are some of his stories Metal Hammer · May 14
UK Eurovision entry Look Mum No Computer is unfazed by British pessimism: ‘I’m used to being the underdog’ ‘People need to bloomin’ smile once in a while,’ says UK entrant Sam Battle, ahead of the campest night in music – which isn’t without controversy this year The Independent UK · May 14
Vienna coffeehouse becomes microcosm in tensions around Israel’s Eurovision inclusion Israeli singer said he has practiced performing while being booed The Independent UK · May 14
Tayler Holder Tour Cancellation: Urgent Health Update as Singer Steps Back From Packed Touring Schedule Country musician Tayler Holder has cancelled his 'When No One's Around' tour, citing mental health struggles. The decision, announced on Instagram, highlights his need to prioritise wellbeing. International Business Times UK · May 14
Look Mum No Computer to perform in second Eurovision semi-final Among the other acts to perform on Thursday night are former Neighbours actress-turned-pop star Delta Goodrem who is representing Australia. Evening Standard · May 14
"I held these pieces of paper in the palms of my hands like I was holding a newborn child." The story of the platinum-selling, two-minute blast of Celtic punk inspired by historic musical documents Dropkick Murphys' I’m Shipping Up To Boston was a collision of legless pirates and beyond-the-grave lyrics from American folk hero Woody Guthrie Louder · May 14
Pink Floyd rainbow prism effect coins launched by The Royal Mint Pink Floyd join David Bowie, George Michael, Dame Shirley Bassey, Sir Paul McCartney and Freddie Mercury in The Royal Mint’s ‘music legends’ series. Evening Standard · May 13
Handcuffed Indiana woman goes full Jackie Chan at Morgan Wallen concert: ‘Main character syndrome’ "Hi-yah!" We Got This Covered · May 13
Guitar World · May 13 “They’ve been stuck in London customs for a month”: Paul McCartney's guitars allegedly held up in England ahead of major Rock & Roll Hall of Fame exhibition The seven guitars, which are part of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's “Paul McCartney and Wings” exhibition, are central to the showcase, which opens in two days
Louder · May 13 "I didn't choke! No furballs!" Watch Foo Fighters' five-song Tiny Desk Concert Dave Grohl returns home to Washington DC to play intimate NPR Music show
MusicRadar · May 13 Gretsch reinvents a cult classic loved by Jack Antonoff and Rory Gallagher as it expands mid-priced Electromatic range with a pair of sweet baritones The CVT and Jet Baritones take That Great Gretsch Sound into lower registers, and at a nice price too... But one question remains. Has Gretsch just made a metal guitar?
Louder · May 13 "The whole truck just disappeared, all our gear, gone!" How a $40,000 robbery in New Orleans in 1970 forced Pink Floyd's David Gilmour to purchase what has become the highest-priced guitar in history "The police hadn't helped us much, but the FBI got to work"
The Independent UK · May 13 Michael Jackson’s estate will see more than $600k returned in huge victory for daughter Paris ‘Paris has always been focused on what's best for her family and this ruling is a massive win for them,’ the actor’s representatives said in a statement
Bored Panda · May 13 Katy Perry’s Snarky Comment On Ex Josh Groban’s Engagement Starts Frenzy: “The Queen Of Being Relatable” “He was the one that got away?” a netizen asked.
MusicRadar · May 13 “I didn't think I needed a drum machine, so I gave mine to one of the road crew”: Phil Collins reveals that he gave his brand-new Roland CR-78 to a roadie, then got it back and created "the record that people think of when they think of me” “It was very basic. It was really a cocktail drum machine, you know, for people that play piano in bars”
The Independent UK · May 13 Chris Brown responds to expletive-led viral review of new album The Pitchfork review described the singer’s new album ‘Brown’ as a ‘piece of s***’
Guitar World · May 13 “He had a flat full of headless basses. He’d figured out a way he could nick them”: The crazy method a thief used to steal 50 bass guitars – including one belonging to Guy Pratt The session ace lost his beloved during a spree of thefts, and he’s still looking for it today
The Independent UK · May 13 Bring Me the Horizon frontman suffers concussion after being struck by phone mid-show Rocker said he ‘should be fine’ to perform Wednesday’s concert
Guitar World · May 13 “You could scrape that guitar, smoke the residue and get strung out”: Walter Trout’s life in three guitars The Strat-addicted bluesman describes the three guitars he couldn’t, can’t or won’t live without