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Fejká links back up with Kim Van Loo for his Colorize debut, ‘We Were There’

  • Fejká releases debut Colorize original "We Were There" with Kim Van Loo
  • Pair have collaborated since meeting during pandemic lockdowns
  • Release precedes his Colorize North America tour dates

German producer Fejká has released "We Were There," his debut original track for the Colorize label, featuring long-time collaborator Kim Van Loo on vocals. The pair first began writing together during the Covid-19 lockdowns, and the track continues Fejká's signature melodic house sound, which favours atmosphere and mood…

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Brandon Flowers releases new solo single Paradise

  • Brandon Flowers releases "Paradise", second single from solo album Thrasher
  • Country-tinged track recorded in Nashville, references Las Vegas casino family history
  • Framed as reclaiming the title from Phil Collins' 1989 hit; album out 21 August

The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers has released "Paradise", the second advance single from his upcoming solo album Thrasher, his first solo record in 11 years. The song follows lead single "Plans" and continues the country-tinged direction he pursued by recording in Nashville with producers Shawn Everett and Jonathan…

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Born in England 77 Years Ago, the Bassist and Songwriter Who Helped Create Heavy Metal

  • Geezer Butler, Black Sabbath bassist and lyricist, turned 77 this month.
  • He named the band and wrote many of its classic lyrics.
  • Now the last active original member, he's working on a solo album.

Geezer Butler, born Terence Butler in Birmingham on 17 July 1949, is being marked on the anniversary of his birth as the bassist and chief lyricist who helped create Black Sabbath and, with it, heavy metal. He named the band, wrote most of its early lyrics, and co-shaped…

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Unbeatables v untouchables? Spain’s run faces ultimate test in World Cup final

  • Spain reach World Cup final unbeaten in 37 matches, equalling Italy's European record
  • Streak began after March 2024 defeat to Colombia, includes wins over major rivals
  • Argentina, unbeaten in 14, face Spain in the final with history against them

Spain's 2-0 win over France in the World Cup semi-final extended their unbeaten run in normal and extra time to 37 matches, equalling the best such streak by a European nation and setting up a final against Argentina. The achievement is remarkable given Spain's status as reigning champions…

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Netflix Stock Price Targets Tumble, But Wall Street Still Believes in Its Story – for Those With Patience

  • Analysts cut Netflix price targets after Q2 2026 earnings disappointed
  • Netflix shares hit new 52-week lows, trading near $67
  • Most analysts still bullish long-term, but urge investor patience into 2027

Netflix's Q2 2026 earnings prompted a wave of Wall Street analysts to cut their price targets on the streaming giant, reflecting growing uncertainty over engagement momentum even as most retained long-term confidence in the company's outlook. Shares hit new 52-week lows in pre-market trading on Friday, falling to…

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‘Stage Tour’ Looks To Revive Guitar Hero’s Golden Era On Switch 2

  • Stage Tour, a new rhythm game, is confirmed for Switch 2
  • Launches late 2026 with guitar, mic and drum support
  • Faces competition from free rivals like Fortnite Festival

A new rhythm game called Stage Tour, created by veterans of the Guitar Hero and DJ Hero franchises, has been confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2. Due for release towards the end of 2026, it aims to revive the "golden era" of rhythm games for a new generation of…

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The 3 Best Netflix Shows to Binge This Weekend All Have One Thing in Common

  • Collider lists three Netflix shows worth binge-watching this weekend
  • First pick: *The Tick* (2001–2002), a nine-episode superhero comedy
  • Timed to interest in Westerns and the new Spider-Man film's release

This Collider feature recommends three shows for a Netflix binge-watch, timed to the platform's current wave of interest in the Western genre thanks to its new adaptation of *Little House on the Prairie*. The article notes that all three picks share a common thread, offering readers alternative viewing…

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SWFC: Creditors paid, agent claim disputed, Chansiri moved out in Owls admin latest – thestar.co.uk

  • Unsecured creditors are receiving 25p in every pound owed.
  • An agent-related creditor claim remains disputed.
  • Chansiri’s ownership ended after the club’s sale.

Sheffield Wednesday’s administration is continuing to be wound down after the club’s sale, with unsecured creditors being offered payments of 25p for every pound owed. The update matters because it indicates progress towards settling outstanding debts and formally closing a turbulent period that ended Dejphon Chansiri’s ownership. The…

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COLDRAIN Announces New Album ‘Optimize = Optdemise’, Releases ‘Ex-Humanity’ Single

  • COLDRAIN announce eighth album, "Optimize = Optdemise", out 25 September 2026
  • New single "Ex-Humanity" released, sixth track unveiled from the record
  • Band lines up Japan tour and Australian support slot with ELECTRIC CALLBOY

Japanese alt-metal band COLDRAIN have announced their eighth studio album, "Optimize = Optdemise", due for release on 25 September 2026 via Century Media Records. The announcement comes alongside the release of a new single, "Ex-Humanity", the sixth track revealed from the record and the band's first fresh material…

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Kneecap, Sleaford Mods and Kitty Amor kick off an eclectic day of partying at Electric Castle 2026

  • Electric Castle 2026 kicked off its 13th year in Transylvania
  • Sleaford Mods opened with a set spanning new and old material
  • Twenty One Pilots, The Cure and Wet Leg headline this year's festival

Electric Castle 2026 launched its opening day at Bánffy Castle in Transylvania, with Sleaford Mods delivering an energetic early set that set the tone for the 24-hour festival's 13th edition. The Nottingham duo, led by frontman Jason Williamson alongside Andrew Fearn on beats, mixed sharp social commentary with…

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