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Paul McCartney receives first-ever Mercury Prize nomination as shortlist revealed

Last year's coveted prize was awarded to Geordie singer Sam Fender, who joined an esteemed list of previous winners

The Independent UK · Jul 30

Fighters, legends and beloved indie bands: What to see, do or hear this week in Europe

Marina Abramović marks her upcoming 80th birthday with a new exhibition in Venice, 2000's band Broken Social Scene return, and Mortal Kombat II brings arcade fun to the big screen. Here's what to look out for this week.

Euronews · May 4

Nuits de Fourvière turns 80: The must-see 2026 shows of one of Europe's best festivals

One of Europe's best pluridisciplinary festivals has just announced the roster for its 80th edition. Here are our recommendations for this year's stellar line-up.

Euronews · Mar 10

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Lili Curia: the new London footwear brand beloved by Little Simz and Keira Knightley

Lili Curia combines traditional artisanal shoemaking with a London edge — and it’s already a cool-girl favourite

Evening Standard · Nov 24, 2025

Sault, Cleo Sol and Chronixx open All Points East with mammoth five-hour set

The performance took place on two stages, with the main stage decked out like Star Wars’ Tatooine, and a second platform like a sci-fi pyramid.

Evening Standard · Aug 15, 2025

Jon Batiste on joining Little Simz' Meltdown: 'the system is trying to commodify young artists'

The musical pioneer Jon Batiste, along with the Southbank Centre’s Jane Beese , tells us about the philosophy of Meltdown and why its now more important than ever

Evening Standard · Jun 16, 2025

Little Simz on breakthroughs, betrayal and becoming one of the UK’s best-ever rappers: ‘I don’t want to shy away from how I feel’

Critics’ favourite and curator of this month’s Meltdown festival, the British artist is flying high. But a nasty legal battle with her closest collaborator and a crisis of confidence left her close to calling it quits. Instead, she put it all on the new album

The Guardian - UK · Jun 7, 2025

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Little Simz’s Meltdown 2025: first acts announced, including The Streets and Ghetts

All performances will be between June 12 and 22 at the Royal Festival Hall and Queen Elizabeth Hall, with Meltdown based at the Southbank Centre

Evening Standard · Mar 25, 2025

Brit Awards unveil striking new trophy design for 2025

Gabriel Moses, who has previously worked with the likes of Little Simz and Stormzy, designed the trophy

Evening Standard · Nov 21, 2024

From John Lennon to NWA: 14 of the best protest songs, ranked

From Marvin Gaye to Little Simz, here are 14 songs that illuminate the power of protest music to make change, as ranked by Finn Cliff Hodges

The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2024

Biker style: motocross jackets revving up summer this year

The stylish garment has been sported by Austin Butler in The Bikeriders, by Little Simz on stage and even by bicycle commuters

The Guardian - UK · Jul 6, 2024

Glastonbury 2024 review: the best and worst moments, the celebrity action, and the musical standouts

Catch up on all of the action that unfolded this weekend on Worthy Farm

Evening Standard · Jul 1, 2024

The biggest set clashes for Glastonbury 2024: from Avril Lavigne to Coldplay

The clashes are here, and they’re gnarly

Evening Standard · Jun 25, 2024

Dua Lipa, Coldplay and SZA to headline 2024 Glastonbury festival

Coldplay become act to headline most times with their fifth top slot, while Shania Twain is booked for the Sunday teatime ‘legend’ set as the lineup is announced

The Guardian - UK · Mar 14, 2024

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The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2024

Brit awards 2024: record-breaking Raye lands seven nominations

Singer scores hard-earned success after a difficult decade in the industry, while British rap is well represented with multiple nominations for Central Cee and J Hus

Bristol Post · Feb 11, 2023

Bristol 2023 festival guide including headliners, event dates, locations and ticket prices

Here's all you need to know about the biggest events on the city's cultural calendar

Daily Mirror · Nov 29, 2022

MOBO Awards marks 25 years of celebrating Black music – everything you need to know

The awards, founded by Kanya King in 1996 and celebrating artists who make genres including R&B, grime and soul, will be taking place at London’s OVO Arena Wembley tomorrow night

Wales Online · Oct 19, 2022

Little Simz 'overwhelmed' to win 2022 Mercury Prize

Rapper beat 11 other acts including Harry Styles and Sam Fender for the prestigious award

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Bristol Post · Sep 5, 2022

The seven things I discovered at Bristol's newest festival FORWARDS

It was an excellent first year from festival newcomer, Forwards, over the weekend

The National (Scotland) · Jul 26, 2022

Scottish jazz pianist nominated for prestigious Mercury Prize

AWARD-WINNING Scottish jazz pianist Fergus McCreadie has been nominated for a prestigious annual music prize – and will be going up against…

The Guardian - UK · Jul 26, 2022

Mercury prize: Sam Fender, Harry Styles and Self Esteem lead pack of first-time nominees

Women including Little Simz and Jessie Buckley dominate this year’s cohort for the best British album of the year, which falters on recent diversity gains

The Guardian - UK · Apr 17, 2022

Favourite festival sold out? Here are the best alternatives

After two long years, festivals are back – but tickets are in short supply. Here are some options if you’ve missed out, featuring rave-jazz parties, fairground rides and organic psychedelia

The Independent UK · Apr 9, 2022

The 17 best festivals in the UK and Europe for 2022

After two very quiet years, there’s more than enough to keep music fans happy through summer. Roisin O'Connor, Adam White, Annabel Nugent and Jacob Stolworthy have picked the best of the bunch

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