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Gracie Abrams “feels lucky to be generally inspired” by Paul Mescal for songwriting, and their romance “held a mirror” up to her past relationships

• Gracie Abrams says Paul Mescal positively inspires her songwriting
• She clarified comments about feeling her career was "threatened"
• Mescal contributed to "Imaginary Friend" on her album "Daughter From Hell"

Gracie Abrams has discussed how her relationship with actor Paul Mescal has shaped her songwriting, clarifying earlier comments that had been widely misread. Speaking to Rolling Stone, the singer pushed back on suggestions that she felt her career was "threatened" by the romance, insisting instead that Mescal has…

Dove Ellis unveils UK and Ireland tour dates after Mercury nod

• Dove Ellis announces UK/Ireland tour for November-December 2026
• Follows Mercury Prize shortlisting for debut album 'Blizzard'
• Tickets go on general sale 10am BST, Friday 7 August

Dove Ellis, the Irish, Manchester-based indie folk artist, has announced a UK and Ireland headline tour for November and December 2026, in support of his acclaimed debut album 'Blizzard', released last December. The tour follows the record's shortlisting for the Mercury Prize, alongside albums by Paul McCartney, JADE,…

The 1975 album that rescued rock music for Paul Weller: “The first guitar hero of the 1970s”

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Phish confirm new 2026 tour dates

• Phish confirm new US tour dates for 2026
• Specific venues and dates not yet detailed
• Fans should check official sources for full schedule

American rock band Phish have confirmed a fresh batch of tour dates for 2026, giving fans early notice to plan for the group's next run of live shows. The announcement continues Phish's long-standing tradition of extensive touring, which has built one of the most dedicated fanbases in American…

Charli XCX records intimate performance and interview from Maida Vale, says ‘2007’ is “about making TikToks”

• Charli XCX recorded a live session and interview at BBC Maida Vale
• Available on iPlayer from midday BST, Wednesday 5 August
• She explained meanings behind '2007', 'Wink Wink' and 'Rock Music'

Charli XCX has recorded an intimate acoustic session and interview at BBC's Maida Vale studios, offering fans a stripped-back look at songs from her new album 'Music, Fashion, Film'. The recording, made for BBC Music's 'Live At The BBC' series, sees her perform four tracks and discuss the…

Spotify overtakes Melon to become South Korea’s second-biggest music streaming service, report finds

• Spotify reportedly overtook Melon as South Korea's second-biggest music streaming app
• YouTube Music still leads; a rival data tracker disputes the ranking
• South Korea is the world's seventh-largest recorded music market

Spotify has overtaken Melon to become South Korea's second-largest music streaming service by monthly active users, according to data from research firm WiseApp Retail, pushing the long-dominant domestic platform into third place. It marks the first time overseas services have taken both the top two spots in the…

Barry Manilow cancels Kentucky concert hours before showtime

• Manilow cancelled Lexington show hours before it began
• Cited "unforeseen circumstances"; tickets honoured for rescheduled date
• Follows lung cancer battle and recent vocal cord concerns

Barry Manilow postponed his concert in Lexington, Kentucky, just hours before he was due to take the stage, citing "unforeseen circumstances." The announcement, made via social media, means fans face another delay from the veteran singer, who has repeatedly rescheduled shows this year amid ongoing health issues. The…

Las Vegas Sphere drove Sphere Entertainment’s Q2 revenues up 11% to $314M; operating loss ballooned 22%

• Sphere Entertainment's Q2 revenue rose 11% to $313.6 million, led by Las Vegas Sphere
• Company swung to a $38.8 million net loss versus prior-year profit
• MSG Networks' shrinking subscriber base offset Sphere's strong growth

Sphere Entertainment Co. reported an 11% year-on-year rise in revenue to $313.6 million (£248 million) for the second quarter of 2026, driven by strong performance at its Las Vegas Sphere venue, though the company's overall losses widened significantly. The growth highlights the Sphere's continued success as a live…

Beyoncé Drops ‘Morning Dew (Donk)’ Remix Pack Featuring JAŸ-Z

• Beyoncé released a "Morning Dew (Donk)" Remix Pack with Jay-Z features
• Jay-Z, billed as JAŸ-Z, adds a new verse and acoustic vocals
• Original track already hit top 10 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart

Beyoncé has surprise-released a "Morning Dew (Donk)" Remix Pack, a four-track EP featuring two new cuts with her husband, Jay-Z, credited as JAŸ-Z. The release, shared in the early hours of Wednesday 5 August via Parkwood Entertainment, builds on the original "Morning Dew (Donk)" track that came out…