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Nikki Sixx: Vince Neil Has “Taken a Lot of Bricks in the Face” for His Live Vocals

  • Nikki Sixx says Vince Neil worked to prove himself vocally on tour.
  • Neil has had four strokes, Sixx said.
  • Mötley Crüe announced eight Las Vegas residency dates for 2027.

Mötley Crüe bassist Nikki Sixx defended singer Vince Neil against criticism of his live vocals, saying Neil wanted to show fans he was capable of performing. Sixx said Neil came alive on stage during the band’s recent North American tour, despite his health concerns. Sixx said Neil has…

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The Best Record You’ve Never Heard: HMLTD races from Central Asian history to outer space for their avant-garde pick

  • Henry Spychalski chose Scott Walker’s *Bish Bosch*.
  • He admires its unusual use of silence.
  • One song sends a historical character across time and space.

HMLTD frontman Henry Spychalski named Scott Walker’s *Bish Bosch* as his choice for an overlooked record, praising its radical approach and lasting influence on his own work. He describes it as an ambitious, timeless album whose experimental scope stands apart from modern pop. Spychalski singles out its use…

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David Byrne’s Night: Why are Talking Heads bigger than ever in the 2020s?

  • Talking Heads’ sales have more than doubled since their split.
  • Musicians credit the band’s playful, forward-looking sound.
  • David Byrne’s Night pairs tribute performances with Burns poetry.

Talking Heads have sold more than twice as many records since splitting up in 1991 as they did during their active recording years, despite never reaching the top five at their peak. The article argues their growing appeal comes from music that remains playful, adventurous and relevant to…

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Jeshi’s Mixtape ‘Headrush’ Is An Ode To Club Culture

  • Jeshi has released his 12-track mixtape ‘Headrush’.
  • The project draws on his teenage club experiences.
  • It blends rap, dance music and the highs and comedown of nightlife.

London rapper Jeshi has released ‘Headrush’, a 12-track mixtape inspired by the nightlife and clubs where he first encountered dance music. It marks a move towards dance music and brings together the hedonism, excitement and later comedown of a night out. The release includes new single ‘PSYCHO!’ alongside…

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Is ‘The Voice’ New Tonight (October 26, 2026)?

  • *The Voice* has a new episode tonight.
  • The Battle Rounds continue at 8 p.m. ET.
  • Levine used his steal to keep Brandon Diaz.

A new episode of *The Voice* is scheduled to air on Monday, 26 October 2026, as the Battle Rounds continue. Contestants will perform for their coaches in the hope of staying in the competition. Last week, Queen Latifah chose Bryan Jaymes over Brandon Diaz after they performed “As”.…

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The 1966 song that totally baffled Genesis: “Nothing quite like it”

  • Genesis’s Tony Banks admired the song’s unusual construction.
  • Its shifting keys and harmonies challenged him to analyse it.
  • *Pet Sounds* helped shape later experimental rock.

Tony Banks of Genesis says the Beach Boys’ 1966 song “Don’t Talk (Put Your Head On My Shoulder)” stood out for its unusual harmonies and changing keys. Its intricate construction was difficult for him to take apart, and the article presents it as an early influence on the…

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HYBE Americas Launches Latin Pop Label TRU Records With Santos Bravos as First Artist

  • HYBE Americas has launched Latin pop label TRU Records.
  • Santos Bravos is the label’s first artist.
  • TRU plans to pair global resources with Latin American identity.

HYBE Americas has launched TRU Records, a label intended to discover and develop a new generation of Latin pop artists. Its first act, Santos Bravos, is a Latin pop group formed by HYBE Americas, marking the company’s move to apply its established artist-development approach to Latin music. General…

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Christiane Amanpour’s ‘The Ex Files’ Pod Adds Tina Brown As Co-Host For Season 2

  • Tina Brown joins season two of *The Ex Files*.
  • The podcast will cover the US midterms and global politics.
  • Amanpour is due to leave CNN next year.

Journalist Tina Brown will join Christiane Amanpour and Jamie Rubin as a guest co-host for season two of their podcast, *The Ex Files*. The programme examines international affairs, geopolitics and politics, and Brown’s addition comes as Amanpour prepares to leave CNN next year. The new season will cover…

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The Science of Playing Loud: How to Get the Most From Tube Amps

  • Aim amps away from the audience to manage volume.
  • Choose an amp suited to the venue.
  • Adjust tone to the room, especially the highs.

The article explains how guitarists can get the characteristic warmth and overdrive of tube amplifiers while managing their high volume. Its central advice is to match the amp and its direction to the venue, helping musicians reach a pleasing tone without overwhelming audiences or sound crews. Sound is…

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“My hope is that we start thinking of ourselves as global citizens.” Peter Gabriel shares latest single, Who Are We Talking To?

  • Peter Gabriel’s new single calls for collective activism.
  • He says global challenges need international cooperation.
  • His album *o\i* is due on 27 November.

Peter Gabriel has released “Who Are We Talking To?”, the latest single from his forthcoming album *oi*. He says the song is a plea for activism, arguing that people can influence political decisions when they organise and that global problems need people to work together across borders. Gabriel…

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