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“Distortion, distortion, gain and more gain were my digs before I joined the Smashing Pumpkins. But they’ve introduced me to a whole new world of pedals”: Kiki Wong on her life-changing audition, and what she's learned from Billy Corgan and James Iha

Wong enjoyed a high-profile on social media and maybe that would have been enough. But when Billy Corgan called an open audition, she beat 9,999 others to live out her grunge dreams as guitar player for the Smashing Pumpkins

Guitar World · May 13, 2025

Who is Yuval Raphael? The singer representing Israel at Eurovision 2025

Israeli contestant was voted through to the final in Basel, Switzerland

The Independent UK · May 13, 2025

"People would come backstage, take a look around and be like, This is f***ing boring." Blink-182's Mark Hoppus on how the pop-punk superstars steered clear of temptations that destroy so many lives in the music industry

Blink-182's Mark Hoppus admits he and his bandmates never aspired to follow Led Zeppelin's rock 'n' roll debauchery playbook

Louder · May 13, 2025

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Jedward tease Eurovision return representing a different country

EXCLUSIVE The Irish twins have represented their homeland twice, but with someone from Norway flying the flag for the Emerald Isle this year, they could be tempted to try their luck elsewhere

Evening Standard · May 13, 2025

“There’s no plan for any new music.” Oasis' manager shoots down fans' hopes of a new album from the reunited Gallagher brothers, says upcoming world tour “is very much the last time” to see the band play live

Don't expect to hear new songs on the upcoming Oasis Live '25 tour, and don't expect further live dates either

Louder · May 13, 2025

Eurovision returns amid protests over Palestine, Pride flags and parody lyrics

With songs about everything from the joy of raving to the morning after the night before, from death and domestic violence to metaphorical milkshakes and poisoned cakes served in revenge, Eurovision is back for its 69th edition – hosted by Switzerland after singer Nemo's victory last year.

Radio France Internationale · May 13, 2025

Singer Adonxs tells of journey from ‘couch-surfing in London’ to Eurovision star

Adonxs, 29, was the frontman of a London-based band called Pace.

Evening Standard · May 13, 2025

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Creative Bloq · May 13, 2025

“I got a call: ‘Can you be on a plane tomorrow to go to New Orleans to play one song with Paul McCartney?’” Brian Ray’s audition to join Paul McCartney’s band was a last-minute live performance – at the Super Bowl

The multi-instrumentalist didn't have long to prepare for one of the most public auditions in the history of rock and roll

Guitar World · May 13, 2025

Nick Cave builds a church out of sorrow

Cave's “Wild God” tour reaffirms his status as an artist whose work offers both catharsis and connection

Salon · May 13, 2025

Who is Claude? Meet the Netherlands’ Eurovision 2025 contestant

Singer reveals his song ‘C’est La Vie’ was inspired by his mother

The Independent UK · May 13, 2025

“No respect for us or our crew”: Trivium allege the Poisoned Ascendancy “world tour” is ending early due to co-headliners Bullet For My Valentine

Trivium allege the Poisoned Ascendancy “world tour” is ending early due to co-headliners Bullet For My Valentine

Metal Hammer · May 13, 2025

“When we did the final Slayer show for 60,000 people, Scott Ian used it as his primary tone”: Gary Holt's favorite budget pedal emulates Eddie Van Halen's iconic “Brown Sound” – and it retails for less than a $100

Holt reveals his new go-to budget-friendly brand – and offers some of his mini-pedal recommendations

Guitar World · May 13, 2025

Who is Lucio Corsi? Meet Italy’s Eurovision 2025 contestant singing Volevo Essere Un Duro

Singer cites influences including Paolo Conte and Bob Dylan

The Independent UK · May 13, 2025

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Evening Standard · May 13, 2025

Glastonbury: How to watch on TV if you didn't secure tickets

The annual event will take place this week but if you’re not there to watch it live, we can help

The Independent UK · May 13, 2025

Eurovision 2025 semi-finals live: Favourites Sweden and Estonia sail through to the grand final

First semi-final was held in Basel, Switzerland, with a number of music skits and a special appearance from Celine Dion

MusicRadar · May 13, 2025

“Making music is like constructing a machine whose function is to dredge up emotions in performer and listener alike”: How becoming more in-tune with our feelings when listening to music made us better creators - with a little thanks to David Byrne

Whether it’s by being exposed to new genres or digging out some of your favourite records - zoning in to how music affects your emotions gives you the best creative blueprint for music-making

Louder · May 13, 2025

“People on their mobiles, getting bombarded with this information –it’s kind of like brainwashing”: Adrian Smith and Richie Kotzen are waging a two-man war on the modern world with Smith/Kotzen

Transatlantic supergroup Smith/Kotzen is the sound of two worlds colliding

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Metal Hammer · May 13, 2025

“I just want to make sure that it’s the best material I’ve ever released”: King Diamond offers update on new solo album, says another single will “definitely” drop this year

King Diamond offers update on new solo album, says another single will “definitely” drop this year

Metal Hammer · May 13, 2025

"It would be ridiculous to try to rock there." Watch the trailer for Queens of the Stone Age's Alive in the Catacombs film, documenting a unique performance underneath Paris "surrounded by several million dead people"

See Josh Homme's Queens of the Stone Age as you've never seen them before, performing in the world-famous Catacombs of Paris

Evening Standard · May 13, 2025

Eurovision lawyers called in after ‘potential hack of rehearsal footage’

Switzerland, where the competition began in Lugano in 1956, will host Tuesday’s first 2025 semi-final.

WhatToWatch · May 13, 2025

Eurovision 2025: release date, host country, finalists, Remember Monday interview and everything we know

Get ready for glitter and catchy tunes becasue Eurovision 2025 is here.

The Independent UK · May 13, 2025

It's showtime: Eurovision competitors battle it out in the pop extravaganza's first semifinal

Competition in the Eurovision Song Contest is kicking off with the first of two semifinals

Guitar World · May 13, 2025

“He gave the CD to George. The next thing I know he calls to ask if we’d play at their Christmas party”: How Robin Nolan went from busking on the streets of Amsterdam to collaborating with George Harrison – and hanging out with Paul McCartney

The gypsy jazz virtuoso would later go on to complete a long-lost Harrison song that had been scribbled on an envelope

Evening Standard · May 13, 2025

New Tube map celebrates London's grassroots music venues and history

Map reimagines Underground lines as different aspects of London’s musical heritage, with stops highlighting venues, nightclubs and record shops

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