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“He said, You’re gonna be attacked from every side.” Motorhead legend Lemmy offered brilliant career advice to one of rock’s hottest new bands when they were starting out
Airbourne have recalled receiving career advice from Motörhead frontman Lemmy when the Australian rock band were at an early stage of their career. The encounter took place while Lemmy was appearing in the video for their 2007 single Runnin’ Wild, and O’Keeffe says the musician’s warning that they would be “attacked from every side” offered…
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The Summertime Project That Signaled the Beginning of the End for The Beatles
Paul McCartney and George Harrison’s differing attitudes during the recording of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band reflected growing tensions within The Beatles. McCartney later criticised Harrison’s apparent absences, while Harrison felt alienated by a recording process that he believed reduced the group’s ability to play together as a band. McCartney said in a 1990…
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Lewis Capaldi teases new album at Sziget Festival 2026
Lewis Capaldi told the audience at Sziget Festival in Budapest that he plans to make a third album after completing his remaining six summer shows. The announcement signals his next major project following two successful albums and a period away from performing to address his health. Capaldi, 29, performed before Florence + the Machine on…
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Boston Manor Share Emotional Acoustic Version Of ‘Laika’
Boston Manor have released an acoustic version of ‘Laika’ to mark the tenth anniversary of their debut album, ‘Be Nothing.’. The release highlights the record’s lasting importance to the band, which bassist Dan Cunniff said helped establish them as a touring act and gave them confidence in their future. The ‘Be Nothing. 10 Year Anniversary…
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‘Elden Ring’ inspired a black metal solo album from Svalbard’s Serena Cherry
Former Svalbard vocalist Serena Cherry has announced a second Noctule solo album, ‘Extinguish Thy Flame’, inspired by the video game ‘Elden Ring’. Due for release on 25 September, the black metal record follows her 2020 lockdown-era debut ‘Wretched Abyss’, which drew on ‘Skyrim’, and reflects Cherry’s view that extreme metal suits the game’s unforgiving atmosphere.…
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The five “nothing” bands Kurt Cobain couldn’t stand: “It really offends me”
Cobain was not afraid. The post The five “nothing” bands Kurt Cobain couldn’t stand: “It really offends me” first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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John Summit Coliseum Date as The Amateur Finds Streaming Success
John Summit has added a Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum date to his CTRL ESCAPE tour, with the electronic music DJ scheduled to headline the venue on 12 December 2026. The concert is listed for 7pm and is being promoted as the tour’s closing large-scale date. Ticketing information published with the announcement said presales would precede…
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3 One-Hit Wonders From the 1990s I Remember Listening to on the Couch in the Summer
The article nostalgically highlights three 1990s songs described as one-hit wonders that were widely heard on television and radio during summer holidays. It argues that their memorable dance rhythms, accompanying moves and cultural visibility made them defining pop-culture fixtures of the decade. The selections are 69 Boyz’s 1994 “Tootsee Roll”, praised as both a dance…
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Massive Attack Launch New Bohemian F.C. Strip
Massive Attack and Dublin’s fan-owned Bohemian F.C. have unveiled a new third kit for the club’s 2026 FAI Cup campaign. The collaboration follows previous Bohemians partnerships with Fontaines D.C. and Kneecap, and is intended both to support the club and draw attention to political and humanitarian issues concerning Cuba. The khaki-and-black striped shirt features a…
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Jamie T announces surprise intimate London gig
Jamie T has announced a surprise one-off London show at Scala in King’s Cross on 20 August, his first full concert in two years. The intimate homecoming date is significant because it returns him to the venue where he first performed with a full band in 2006, while promotional material suggests it may mark the…