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Tom Waits shares new spoken-word song, ‘The Fly’: “This type of song will never go out of style”
Tom Waits has released a new spoken-word song titled ‘The Fly’. The release is notable because it returns Waits to a style closely associated with his distinctive storytelling voice, while he suggests that this form of song remains enduring. The available article text gives no further details about the track’s release date, length, collaborators or…
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Remembering When The Beach Boys Pushed the Envelope a Bit Too Far With a Greatest Hits Package in 1974
In 1974, Capitol Records released The Beach Boys’ compilation Endless Summer, reviving the band’s commercial fortunes at a time when they were widely regarded as out of step with contemporary rock. Its success demonstrated the growing market for nostalgia-driven music, but the article argues that it also encouraged the group to prioritise familiar early hits…
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For The First Time, Doom And Its Composer Will Melt Faces In Real Life
Composer Mick Gordon performed music from the 2016 reboot of Doom live at The Game Awards, bringing the game’s aggressive industrial-metal soundtrack to a concert-stage setting. The performance mattered because the soundtrack had become a defining and widely praised part of Doom’s successful return. Gordon played “Rip & Tear” with drummer Matt Halpern of Periphery…
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North West and Molly Santana cancel joint ‘Kimokawaii Tour’
North West and Molly Santana have cancelled their joint ‘Kimokawaii Tour’, a planned 14-date North American run due to begin in August. The cancellation ends what would have been North West’s first headline tour, though both artists told fans they hoped to return with future plans. Several dates, including Dallas, Toronto and Los Angeles, were…
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Charli XCX Charges to No. 1 on ARIA Chart With ‘Music, Fashion, Film’
Charli XCX has debuted at No. 1 on Australia’s ARIA Albums Chart with Music, Fashion, Film, marking another major chart success for the British singer and producer. The result prevents Australian artist Amy Shark from securing a fourth consecutive No. 1 album, while reinforcing Charli XCX’s strong run following previous chart-toppers Crash and the BRAT…
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Wolf Alice share cover of The Roches’ ‘Hammond Song’ featuring Sunflower Bean’s Julia Cumming and Bria Salmena
Wolf Alice have released a cover of The Roches’ ‘Hammond Song’ with Julia Cumming of Sunflower Bean and singer-songwriter Bria Salmena. The collaboration was recorded during sessions for the band’s latest album, ‘The Clearing’, and reflects the three-part vocal dynamic associated with The Roches’ original version. The track is the second release from Wolf Alice’s…
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Davido – Oriadé
Davido’s Oriadé is presented as a reflective Afropop album marking 15 years in music, combining the Nigerian-American singer’s established melodic style with a global, diasporic set of collaborators. The review argues that it reinforces his enduring appeal by returning to core themes of love, faith, gratitude and ambition, while acknowledging his role in bringing Nigerian…
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Sheffield-born music icon Paul Carrack to be honoured with plaque unveiling in city centre
Sheffield-born musician Paul Carrack is set to be recognised with a commemorative plaque in the city centre. The honour reflects his longstanding contribution to British music and highlights Sheffield’s connection to an internationally respected performer. The available article text does not provide the unveiling date, precise location, organisers or further details of the ceremony. Carrack…
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Massive Attack investigated after reports of pro-Palestinian display in Singapore show
Singaporean authorities are investigating Massive Attack after reports that members displayed a Palestinian flag and called for a free Palestine during the British band’s concert in Singapore on Wednesday. The case highlights Singapore’s strict limits on political expression and public demonstrations, particularly around the Israel-Gaza war, which officials say are intended to protect social and…
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Boy George pulls out of Jesus Christ Superstar after releasing pro-Israel song
Boy George has withdrawn from a forthcoming London Palladium production of Jesus Christ Superstar after releasing a song supporting Israel’s military action in Palestine, which prompted widespread criticism and planned protests. His manager said the decision was intended to allow the production to remain the focus while respecting those involved. The song, We Will Dance…